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Scottsville, the county seat, is located 20 miles from Bowling Green, Kentucky, 120 miles from Louisville, Kentucky and only 60 miles from Nashville, Tennessee.

 

 

Ballard County is located in extreme western Kentucky at the confluence of the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers.  Ballard County is part of the region known as the Jackson Purchase.

Beauty is everywhere you turn, in the people, the farms, hills, cliffs, lake, trails and sightseeing is evident.  Bath County has much to offer in outdoor recreation and businesses with the Daniel Boone National Forest and the 8,270 acre Cave Run Lake Recreation Areas.

 

Located in the largest bend of the Ohio River, a few miles downstream from Cincinnati, Boone County is the northernmost county in Kentucky.

Breckinridge County is on the Ohio River which provides a major artery of transportation for potential industries located here.

Butler County was formed on January 18, 1810, from portions of Logan and Ohio counties.  It was named for Gen. Richard Butler, a Revolutionary War soldier.

Campbell County is the easternmost of the three Northern Kentucky counties.

Carroll County is a prime location, where the Ohio River and Kentucky River meet. Carroll County is ideally located off Interstate 71 between Louisville and Cincinnati. This is an advantage for those who prefer to live in a rural area and still be close enough to commute to the bigger cities.

 

Casey County was established in 1809 and is named for Colonel William Casey, an early Kentucky pioneer and great-grandfather of Samuel L. Clemens, better known as 'Mark Twain.' Like many counties in Kentucky, Casey County grew from a wilderness outpost of settlers hoping to make a living off the land.

Fun and interesting facts of Hazard Kentucky.

Clinton County is in south central Kentucky along the Tennessee line.  It lies between Lake Cumberland and Dale Hollow Lake.  Clinton has an area of 196 square miles.

Daviess County Fiscal Court is the governmental body for Daviess County Kentucky.   The court serves a population of approximately 93,000 people.

Tucked away in the hills, Elliott County is at the top of the watershed ensuring pure pristine streams that fill Grayson Lake ten miles north of Sandy Hook.  Six other state parks are within an hour’s drive.

In 1798, Fleming became an official Kentucky County formed out of Mason, and named in honor of John Fleming.

 

 

Fulton County was established in 1845 and is located in the Jackson Purchase region of the state.  Being the westernmost county in Kentucky, it is located on the Mississippi River.

Garrard County, the twenty-fifth in order of formation, is located in the Outer Bluegrass region of central Kentucky.  It has an area of 232 square miles. The county was created by the legislature on December 17, 1796 from Madison, Lincoln and Mercer Counties, and named for Gov.

In Graves County you’ll find the kind of western Kentucky charm indicative of the entire region.  It is here you can take a trip into the past.  Journey through a canopy of tree-lined country lanes, over one-laned bridges, past wandering creeks and lush pastures in Graves County’s countryside.

Green County is a rich heritage that anyone would easily appreciate.  Our land varies from flat and gently rolling, to a steep and rocky terrain.  Green River runs directly through our county, providing an ideal source for fishing and canoe rides.  Green County is just minutes from Green River Lake, which allows easy access to great fishing, camping, and boating.

 

Where history, industry, and country living come together

Harlan county, Kentucky is named after Silas Harlan.  It is located in the southeastern portion of the state on the border of Virginia.

Hart County contains miles of scenic country ranging from sultry river bottoms to gently rolling hillsides to steep knobs and hidden hollows.

The official web site of the Henry County Government.

Hopkins County is unique in that it is a community that offers the security and friendliness of a small town while at the same time it has abundant outdoor recreation opportunities and an outstanding performing and visual arts center.

Named for King Louis XVI of France in appreciation for his assistance during the Revolutionary War, Louisville was founded by George Rogers Clark in 1778.

The nucleus of a vital, growing region... important to the Commonwealth of Kentucky and a key partner in the Greater Cincinnati Metropolitan Area.

Lawrence County was formed in 1822 and it is located in the Eastern Coal Field region of the state.

Learn about the Legislative Branch of Kentucky government.

Letcher County is located in southeastern Kentucky on the Virginia border.  Known for our majestic mountains and other natural beauties such as Bad Branch Falls, Little Shepherd Trail, and Fish Pond Lake, Letcher County has more to offer than just what meets the eye.

Formed in 1780, Lincoln County is one of Kentucky's three original territories.

Visit Logan County and experience the rich history and deep rooted traditions.

Madison County is one of the fastest growing areas in Kentucky. It is rich in heritage and history. This site provides information on county government and tourism.

This map outlines Kentucky's seven appellate districts.

Located in Kentucky's Bluegrass Region, Marion County is equidistant from Louisville, Lexington, and Frankfort.

Martin County citizens are continuing our legacy of preserving all that makes small town America great.

McCreary County covers a land area of 428 miles in the Eastern Coal Fields Region of Kentucky.

Menifee became the Commonwealth's 113th county in 1869 when it was formed from the adjoining counties of Bath, Montgomery, Morgan, Powell, and Wolfe counties.

This is the Web Site for newcomers, residents, and those considering a move to the county.

In 1796, Montgomery became the 22nd county created by the Kentucky Legislature. It was named for General Richard Montgomery, an Irishman who was killed in the first volley of the attack on Quebec in 1775.

Nestled among the hills and valleys of western Kentucky’s coal field region lies Muhlenberg County.

Nicholas County is located on the northeastern edge of the Inner Bluegrass region of Kentucky.

This site includes information on local government, schools, churches, organizations, parks and recreation, businesses.

Owen County was formed by the Commonwealth of Kentucky by Acts of 1818-1819 and approved February 6, 1819.

Pendleton County, the 'Land of Meandering Rivers and Rolling Hills' lies snuggled among the lush green hillsides of Northern Kentucky, halfway between Cincinnati, Ohio and Lexington, Kentucky.

Located at the foothills of the Eastern Appalachian Mountains, Powell County Kentucky is home to such scenic natural wonders as Red River Gorge, Natural Bridge and a host of other great outdoor adventures.

Rockcastle County, located in South Central Kentucky, is rich in tradition and history.

Here you will find news and information about what is happening in Scott County Kentucky.

Simpson County is a progressive community where good things are happening. Our booming little city is just the right place to work and raise a family without sacrificing the values of the small town environment. Job growth has continued over the last decade and our agricultural economy remains strong, upholding our rural heritage.

A county-by-county map of appellate districts

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Trigg County is located in southwestern part of the state in the Pennyrile region.  It borders Lyon, Caldwell, Calloway, Marshall and Christian Counties, as well as Tennessee.  It is located next to beautiful Lake Barkley and is home to the Trigg County Ham Festival.

UNION COUNTY, with its gently undulating land, embraces 346 square miles with a population of 15,637 on the western edge of the Western Coal Field.  Along its northern and western borders, for a distance of approximately thirty-six miles, the Ohio River flows in majestic curves.

The forty-third county in order of formation, Wayne County, Kentucky is located in the south-central section of Kentucky along the state border with Tennessee.

Ashland is located on US 23 - the Country Music Highway.

Beaver Dam incorporated 124 years ago and in 1873 grew from a small but zealous congregation of Baptists who had their organizational beginning in the section near the dam on Beaver Creek near the present church edifice.

Bellevue is situated in extreme northern Campbell County.

Bowling Green, Kentucky is located 60 miles north of Nashville, Tennessee and 110 miles south of Louisville.

 

Welcome to the new site of the City of Carrollton.

Find information about Columbia, Kentucky.

Covington Kentucky, the largest city in Northern Kentucky, is known for the re-development of its riverfront and skyline, as well as its strong economy.

This website provides access to an array of information and services provided by the City of Danville.

Elizabethtown, the seat of Hardin county, was founded in 1795 and named for the wife of Colonel Andrew Hynes.

 

Eminence, incorporated in 1851, was named due to the fact that it is the highest point between Louisville and Lexington.

Originally an Indian fur-trading post know variously as Polecat and Pow-Wow, the community was settled in 1813.

Simpson County is one of the smallest counties in Kentucky, having a little more than 300 square miles.  Franklin, the county seat, was named for Benjamin Franklin.

Located in Kentucky's Western Waterlands, Grand Rivers is the only community that fronts on Both Kentucky & Barkley Lakes.

The website of Guthrie Kentucky.

Hazard, the seat of Perry county, is located on the North Fork of the Kentucky River.

 

The City of Independence is one of the largest land mass cities in the State of Kentucky and one of the fastest growing population centers in Northern Kentucky.

 

 

On May 3rd 1797, the Jefferson County Court officially established the Town of Jefferson, now Jeffersontown.

This website provides access to an array of information and services provided by the City of Leitchfield.

Your complete guide to the merchants, activities & services of London, Kentucky.

Mayfield is the a small town  where you'll find the kind of Western Kentucky charm indicative of the entire region.

The city of Mortons Gap is located in Hopkins County, south of Madisonville.  We are located just two miles north of the Western Kentucky Parkway and two miles west of the Pennyrile Parkway.  We are minutes away from shopping centers, restaurants, hotels, theaters, and the Fine Arts Center.  The City has a new walking trail and a city park.  The city is a clean, safe place to raise a family or spend your retirement years.  We welcome you to the city of Mortons Gap.

 

 

The official web site of the City of New Castle.

Newport is located on the Licking and Ohio rivers and is

 named after Christopher Newport, commander of the first English ships to settle Jamestown, VA.

 

Owensboro is Kentucky’s third largest city  and is the industrial, cultural, retail and healthcare center of western Kentucky.

The City of Prospect is located in the rolling hills of far eastern Jefferson and far western Oldham counties.

Richmond was founded in 1798 by Colonel John Miller, a Revolutionary War soldier.

Locate information on various city resources such as the police department, fire department and schools.

Somerset, the seat of Pulaski county, was founded in 1801 and named by settlers from Somerset county, New Jersey.

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West Liberty is located in Morgan County (The Bluegrass County of the Mountains).