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Centerfield is a small, friendly community located in Oldham County, Kentucky, in the United States. It's called an "unincorporated community" because it doesn't have its own separate city government, but it's still a recognized place where people live and work. You can find Centerfield about 4 miles northeast of Crestwood and around 6.5 miles southwest of La Grange, right along KY Highway 22.

Exploring Centerfield's Location

Centerfield is nestled in a lovely part of Kentucky. It's easy to find on a map using its coordinates: 38°21′2.35″N 85°24′26.56″W / 38.3506528°N 85.4073778°W / 38.3506528; -85.4073778.

Learning and Growing in Centerfield

For students living in Centerfield, there are several great schools nearby. Younger kids attend Centerfield Elementary or Locust Grove Elementary.

Middle schoolers go to East Oldham Middle School. When it's time for high school, students can choose between Oldham County High School in Buckner or South Oldham High School in Crestwood.

Community Support and Services

Residents of Centerfield receive important services that help their daily lives run smoothly. For example, Louisville Gas & Electric provides power, and the Oldham County Water Company supplies fresh water.

Spectrum Cable offers internet and television services. The community is kept safe by the South Oldham Volunteer Fire Department, the Ballardsville Fire Department, and the Oldham County Police Department.

Local Spots and History

Even though Centerfield is a small community, it has a few local businesses. You can find a gas station for your car, a place to grab some food, and a store that sells beverages.

Centerfield also has a connection to history! The famous filmmaker D. W. Griffith, known for his early contributions to cinema, is buried in the cemetery at Mount Tabor Methodist Church right here in Centerfield.

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