Palestine, Wirt County, West Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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Buildings on County Route 24
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 Palestine
Location in West Virginia
Palestine
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Wirt |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
26160
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Palestine is a small community located in Wirt County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is an "unincorporated community." This means it is a group of homes and businesses that are part of the larger county. Palestine is nestled where two waterways meet: the Little Kanawha River and Reedy Creek. Its name comes from the historic region of Palestine.
About Palestine, West Virginia
Palestine is found in the state of West Virginia, which is part of the USA. It sits specifically within Wirt County. The community is located where the Little Kanawha River and Reedy Creek join together. This spot is about 682 feet (208 meters) above sea level. Palestine also has a special code for mail, called a ZIP code, which is 26160.
How Palestine Got Its Name
The community was named after the historic region of Palestine. Before the year 1905, the post office in Palestine had a different name. It was called Reedy Ripple. This was done to avoid confusion with another community named "Palatine" in Marion County. The name "Reedy Ripple" came from a pile of gravel in the Little Kanawha River. This gravel was located right at the mouth of Reedy Creek.
Interesting Facts About Palestine
Palestine gained some attention in 2003. This was because it is the hometown of Jessica Lynch. She is a former United States Army soldier.
Near Palestine, there is a building called the Buffalo Church. This church was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1990. Being on this list means it is an important historical place.
