Wells, Manitowoc County, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Wells, Wisconsin
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 Wells, Manitowoc County, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Wells, Manitowoc County, Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| Counties | Calumet, Manitowoc |
| Town | Rantoul, Rockland |
| Founded | 1880s |
| Elevation | 260 m (840 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 920 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1577874 |
Wells is a small place in Wisconsin, United States. It's called an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of larger areas. Wells is located across two different counties: Calumet County and Manitowoc County. It's also split between two towns, Rantoul and Rockland.
Exploring Wells: What is This Community?
Wells is a quiet community where people live and work. It's not a big city, but it's a place with its own history and local feel. Being "unincorporated" means that services like roads and police are managed by the surrounding county or town governments.
The Story of Wells: When Was it Founded?
Wells began its story in the 1880s. This was a time when many small communities were starting up across Wisconsin. The first general store in Wells was opened by a person named Claus Meinke. He also became the first postmaster for the community's post office in 1894. This meant he was in charge of all the mail for Wells!
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