Westfield, West Virginia facts for kids

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Westfield is a small place in West Virginia, USA. It's not a city or a town with its own government. Instead, it's called an "unincorporated community."

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An "unincorporated community" like Westfield is a group of homes and businesses. It does not have its own official local government. This means it's usually managed by the larger county government. For Westfield, that is Lewis County. People living there still have services like roads and schools. However, they do not have a mayor or a city council just for their community.

Where is Westfield Located?

Westfield is found in Lewis County. This county is in the state of West Virginia. West Virginia is a state in the eastern part of the United States. Lewis County is known for its beautiful nature and friendly communities.

The History of Westfield

Westfield has been around for a long time! It was first started in the year 1817. This means the community is over 200 years old. Over the years, many families have lived and worked in Westfield.

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