Pluto, West Virginia

From West Virginia (WV) Cyclopedia

"Welcome to Pluto"
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"Welcome to Pluto"
Pluto is an unincorporated rural community, or hamlet, in eastern Raleigh County, located 21 miles east of Beckley, WV. Formerly also a post office, Pluto is located south of Interstate 64 (I-64) on White Oak Mountain. The hamlet is located in the upper waters of Pinch Creek, a tributary of Glade Creek. The origin of the community's name is uncertain. William Richmond, whose descendants populate the region, is buried at Pluto.


External Link: Pluto Photos (http://www.newriverwv.com/gallery/album47)

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