Ragland, West Virginia facts for kids
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Location in West Virginia
Ragland
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Mingo |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
25690
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| GNIS feature ID | 1545381 |
Ragland is a small, unincorporated community located in Mingo County, West Virginia. It is found just outside the town of Delbarton. Being "unincorporated" means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town.
What You'll Find in Ragland
Ragland is known for a couple of important places. It is home to the Coal Mac mining complex. This is a large industrial area where coal is mined from the ground. The community also has the Ragland Church of Christ, a local place of worship.
How Ragland Got Its Name
The name "Ragland" likely comes from a family who lived in the area a long time ago. Many communities in West Virginia were named after the first families who settled there.
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