Tribble, West Virginia facts for kids
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Tribble
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 Tribble
Location in West Virginia
Tribble
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Mason |
| Elevation | 620 ft (190 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1555823 |
Tribble is a small place located in Mason County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own local government, unlike a city or town.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a group of homes and businesses that are not officially part of a city or town. People living in Tribble receive services, like road maintenance and police protection, from Mason County. This is different from a city, which has its own mayor and city council to manage local affairs.
A Bit of History
Tribble once had its own post office. A post office is a place where people can send and receive mail. However, the post office in Tribble closed its doors in 1941.
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