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Stella is a small, quiet place in Jackson Township, Vinton County, Ohio, in the United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it doesn't have its own local government, like a mayor or city council. Instead, it's part of the larger county or township that provides services.

Old Fout's Store-Stella, Vinton County, Ohio
The old store building at the junctions of Siverly Creek and Locust Grove roads in Vinton County

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a group of homes or buildings that aren't officially a city or town. They don't have their own local government. This means services like roads, police, and fire protection come from the county or a larger township. People living in these areas still have neighbors and a sense of community.

Stella's Early Days

Stella had a post office that opened in 1880. This was an important place for people to send and receive letters and packages. Having a post office showed that Stella was an active community. It helped people connect with others far away. The post office served the community for many years. It closed down in 1907. This might have happened as mail services changed or as the community's needs shifted.

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