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Schley
Schley is located in North Carolina
Schley
Schley
Location in North Carolina
Country United States
State North Carolina
County Orange
Elevation
584 ft (178 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
GNIS feature ID 994411

Schley (pronounced Shly) is a small, unincorporated community located in Orange County, North Carolina, in the United States. An unincorporated community is a place that doesn't have its own local government, like a town or city. Instead, it's usually managed by the county.

Schley is found southwest of Caldwell and northeast of Hillsborough. It sits at an elevation of 584 feet (about 178 meters) above sea level.

Exploring Schley's Landmarks

One important building in Schley is the Schley Grange Hall. You can find it where Highway 57 and Schley Road meet. Grange Halls are often places where local farmers and community members meet. They discuss farming, education, and social activities.

Schley Grange Hall
Schley Grange Hall on the 4th of July.

Farming in Schley

Schley is known for its active farming community. Many people in the area work in agriculture. They grow crops or raise animals. This makes farming a big part of life and the economy in Schley.

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