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Rita, West Virginia
Rita, West Virginia is located in West Virginia
Rita, West Virginia
Rita, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Rita, West Virginia is located in the United States
Rita, West Virginia
Rita, West Virginia
Location in the United States
Country United States
State West Virginia
County Logan
Elevation
722 ft (220 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
GNIS ID 1558383

Rita is a small place in West Virginia, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community and a coal town. This means it's a settlement that doesn't have its own local government. Its history is closely tied to the mining of coal. Rita is located in Logan County.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a group of homes and businesses that is not part of an official city or town. It does not have its own local government, like a mayor or city council. Instead, it is usually managed by the larger county government. Many small places in the United States are unincorporated communities.

Rita's Connection to Coal

Rita is also called a coal town. This means that coal mining was a very important part of its history and economy. For many years, the lives of the people in Rita revolved around the coal mines. Mining provided jobs and helped the community grow.

The Importance of Coal Mining

Coal mining has been a big industry in West Virginia for a long time. It helped power homes and factories across the country. Coal towns like Rita were built near the mines. They provided homes and services for the miners and their families.

Where is Rita Located?

Rita is found in Logan County, West Virginia. West Virginia is a state in the eastern part of the United States. It is famous for its mountains and beautiful natural areas. Logan County is in the southwestern part of the state. Rita is also located near the Guyandotte River. Rivers were often important for transporting coal and other goods in the past.

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