Shirley, Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Shirley, Wisconsin
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 Shirley, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Shirley, Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Brown |
| Town | Glenmore |
| Elevation | 287 m (942 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 920 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1574057 |
Shirley is a small, unincorporated community located in the town of Glenmore. It's part of Brown County in the state of Wisconsin, United States. You can find Shirley right along Wisconsin Highway 96. Being "unincorporated" means it doesn't have its own city government. Instead, it's governed by the larger town of Glenmore.
History of Shirley
How Shirley Got Its Name
The community of Shirley has an interesting story behind its name. People believe it was named after a popular brand of paint. This paint was sold at Zellner's General Store, which was a local shop right there in Shirley. So, a everyday product helped give this place its unique name!
Economy and Energy
Shirley Wind Farm
Even though Shirley is a small community, it plays a part in producing clean energy. The Shirley Wind farm is located here. A wind farm is a group of wind turbines that use the power of the wind to create electricity. These tall turbines help generate renewable energy, which is good for the environment.
