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Anton, Kentucky
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 Anton, Kentucky
Location in Kentucky
Anton, Kentucky
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Hopkins |
| Elevation | 407 ft (124 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CST) |
| GNIS feature ID | 507405 |
Anton is a small place located in Hopkins County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community."
About Anton, Kentucky
Anton is not an official city or town. Instead, it is a community where people live, but it does not have its own local government. This means that the county government, which is for all of Hopkins County, takes care of services like roads and public safety for Anton.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is like a neighborhood that isn't part of a city. It doesn't have its own mayor or city council. Instead, the larger county government manages things for the people living there. This is different from a city, which has its own rules and leaders.
Where is Anton Located?
Anton is found in Hopkins County, which is in the western part of the state of Kentucky. Kentucky is a state in the southeastern United States. The area around Anton is mostly rural, meaning it has lots of open land and natural spaces.
