Willis, Floyd County, Virginia facts for kids
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Willis, Floyd County, Virginia
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 Willis, Floyd County, Virginia
Location in Virginia
Willis, Floyd County, Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Floyd |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
24380
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Willis is a small, unincorporated community located in the southwestern part of Floyd County, Virginia, in the United States. It is not a city or town with its own local government. Instead, it is a collection of homes and businesses that share a common area.
Willis is situated along U.S. Route 221, a main road that connects different areas. It lies southwest of the town of Floyd, which is the main administrative center for Floyd County. The community is quite high up, with an elevation of about 2,723 feet (830 meters) above sea level. Even though it's not a formal town, Willis has its own post office and a specific ZIP code, which is 24380.
History and Landmarks
One important historical site in Willis is the Willis Presbyterian Church and Cemetery. This church and its nearby cemetery are very old and have a lot of history. Because of their importance, they were added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2007. This means they are recognized as special places that should be preserved for future generations to learn from and enjoy.
