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I think the answer is West Virginia. Am I right?
chaleston and Shiloh
If it is the book by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor, then the town is Friendly, West Virginia.
The town
The old Shiloh school house used in the Shiloh series is located in rural West Virginia, near the town of Harpers Ferry. It serves as a filming location for the movie adaptations of the popular children's book series.
In the book Shiloh, the name of the dog came from where Marty found him: Shiloh, West Virginia. The name Shiloh is from a battle field church.
they live in friendly west virginia
Shiloh is a significant location in the Bible that was an ancient city in Canaan. It was a major religious center for the Israelites before the construction of the First Temple in Jerusalem. Shiloh is mentioned in the Book of Joshua and the Book of Judges in the Old Testament.
Shiloh, West Virginia, is approximately 55 miles southwest of Wheeling, West Virginia. The drive typically takes about an hour and a half, depending on traffic and road conditions. The route mainly follows U.S. Route 50 and local roads.
"Shiloh" is set in rural West Virginia, primarily in the hills and countryside surrounding a small town. The setting includes forests, fields, creeks, and the homes of the local families. The story takes place during a time when hunting and the traditions of rural life play a significant role in the characters' lives.
I believe some parts were fimed in shiloh, wv. Thats the scene with the red iron bridge!
Battle of Shiloh—Tennessee