Independence, Preston County, West Virginia

Independence is an unincorporated community in Preston County, West Virginia, United States, adjacent to the town of Newburg.

Independence
Independence
Location within the state of West Virginia
Independence
Independence (the United States)
Coordinates: 39°23′35″N 79°52′18″W
CountryUnited States
StateWest Virginia
CountyPreston
Time zoneUTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
  Summer (DST)UTC-4 (EDT)

Independence has a proud citizenry, and was home to a public primary school. During the 1950s and 1960s the community hosted the popular “Watermelon Days,” which provided amusement and entertainment for much of Preston and Taylor counties.


Watermelon Day was highlighted by the arrival and departure of various B&O trains. Popular among the residents was nearby swimming at Fortney’s Mill. Today the children of Independence attend Preston County Public Schools.

The community's name commemorates Independence Day.[1]

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