Reagan, Henderson County, Tennessee facts for kids
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Reagan, Henderson County,
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 Reagan, Henderson County, Tennessee
Location in Tennessee
Reagan, Henderson County, Tennessee
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Henderson |
| Elevation | 591 ft (180 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
38368
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| Area code(s) | 731 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1299015 |
Reagan is a small, quiet place in Henderson County, Tennessee, in the United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community," which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of the larger county. People who live here use the ZIP code 38368 for their mail.
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Discovering Reagan, Tennessee
Reagan is a charming community located in the western part of Tennessee. It's a great example of a small, close-knit place where people live and work. Even though it's not a big city, it has its own unique history and character.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
Reagan is an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that aren't officially a city or town. They don't have their own mayor or city council. Instead, the local government for Reagan is run by Henderson County. This is common for many smaller places across the United States.
A Little Bit of History
Reagan has an interesting past! It wasn't always called Reagan. When it was first founded in 1881, it had a different name: "Barren Springs." Imagine what that might have looked like!
Just a few years later, in 1884, a post office was opened in the community. This was a big deal because it made it easier for people to send and receive letters and packages. When the post office opened, the name of the community officially changed to Reagan. This new name has stuck ever since!
Where is Reagan Located?
Reagan is found in Henderson County, which is in the western part of Tennessee. The community is located at coordinates 35°31′18″N 88°20′33″W / 35.52167°N 88.34250°W. This means it's in the Central Time Zone, just like many other places in the middle of the United States. During part of the year, they observe Central Daylight Time (CDT). The elevation of Reagan is about 591 feet above sea level.
