Zora, Missouri facts for kids
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Zora, Missouri
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 Zora, Missouri
Location in Missouri
Zora, Missouri
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Benton |
| Elevation | 666 ft (203 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 660 |
| GNIS feature ID | 729834 |
Zora, also known as Old Zora, is a small, unincorporated community in the state of Missouri, United States. An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Zora is found in the eastern part of Benton County. It is located on the Big Buffalo Creek, which is a part of the famous Lake of the Ozarks. Zora is about 15.8 miles (25.4 kilometers) east-northeast of the town of Warsaw.
History of Zora
Zora has a bit of history, even though it's a small place. One important part of its past is its post office.
Zora's Post Office
A post office was opened in Zora in the year 1887. This means people living there could send and receive mail right in their community. The post office served the area for many years. However, it eventually closed down in 1931.
What's in a Name?
The exact reason why this community was named Zora is not known for sure. The word "etymology" means the study of where words come from. For Zora, the etymology of its name is still a mystery!
