Crider, Kentucky facts for kids
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Location in Kentucky
Crider
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Caldwell |
| Elevation | 469 ft (143 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CST) |
| GNIS feature ID | 490341 |
Crider is a small place located in Caldwell County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is what's called an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county, which handles services like roads and law enforcement.
A Look Back at Crider's History
How Crider Got Its Name
The community of Crider was named a long time ago, in the 1830s. It got its name from the Crider family, who were some of the very first settlers to arrive in this area. These early settlers originally came from the state of Virginia.
Recent Events in Crider
On May 26, 2024, a large tornado directly hit the community of Crider.
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