Range, Ohio facts for kids
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Range, Ohio
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 Range, Ohio
Location in Ohio
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| Counties | Madison |
| Elevation | 1,014 ft (309 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
43140
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| Area code(s) | 740 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1070908 |
Range is a small, quiet place in Ohio, United States. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that aren't officially a town or city. Instead, it's part of a larger area called Range Township in Madison County. Range is located between two other small places, Chenoweth and Midway.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live that doesn't have its own local government. It's not a city or a village with its own mayor or town council. Instead, it's usually governed by the county or township it's in.
How Unincorporated Communities Work
- People living in an unincorporated community still get services. These services, like roads and police, are managed by the larger county or township.
- Sometimes, these communities grow big enough to become an official town or city. This process is called incorporation.
- Many small communities across the United States are unincorporated. They often keep their unique local feel.
History of Range's Post Office
Even though Range is a small community, it once had its own post office. This was a very important place for people to send and receive mail.
When the Post Office Operated
- The Range Post Office first opened its doors on September 2, 1872.
- It served the community for many years.
- However, on December 14, 1905, the post office was closed down.
Mail Service Today
After the Range Post Office closed, people in the area still needed to get their mail. Now, mail service for Range is handled by the post office in the nearby town of London. This means that mail for Range residents is sorted and delivered from London.
