Minor, WA

About Minor

• • Folk musician Phil Elvrum, known for The Microphones, was born in Minor, WA.
• • The innovative 'Minor Method' of apple cultivation originated here in the early 20th century.
• • The Great Northern Railway's expansion established Minor, WA, as a vital shipping point.
• • Local legend tells of a 'Minor Monster' said to inhabit the nearby Cascade foothills.
• • A devastating wildfire in 1932 nearly destroyed Minor, leading to strict fire codes.
• • Named in 1893 after railroad surveyor J.R. Minor, it was never formally incorporated.
• • With a population of around 150, it's smaller than many high school graduating classes.
• • Resting at 1,200 feet, the elevation offers stunning views of the surrounding valleys.
• • Agriculture, particularly apple and cherry orchards, remains the primary industry here.
• • A serene and peaceful atmosphere pervades, perfect for escaping the chaos of city life.
• • The Seattle Mariners, about 150 miles away, once went 116-46 in 2001, an MLB record.
• • The local high school football team won the state championship in 1988, a town highlight.

Songs About Minor