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Regina, Missouri facts for kids

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Regina is a small place in Jefferson County, Missouri. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and people living together, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town does. Instead, it's usually managed by the county government.

Discovering Regina

Regina is found in the central part of the U.S. state of Missouri. Missouri is a state in the middle of the United States, known for its rivers and forests. Jefferson County, where Regina is located, is just south of the city of St. Louis.

The Story Behind the Name

The name Regina has a special origin! A post office was opened in Regina way back in 1881. It stayed open for many years, until 1905. The community was named Regina after a woman who lived in the area. It's a nice way to remember someone important to the community's early days.

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