Ewing, Kentucky facts for kids
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Ewing
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Location of Ewing in Fleming County, Kentucky.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Fleming |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.25 sq mi (0.65 km2) |
| • Land | 0.25 sq mi (0.65 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 929 ft (283 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 228 |
| • Density | 912.00/sq mi (351.45/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
41039
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| Area code(s) | 606 |
| FIPS code | 21-25786 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2403585 |
Ewing is a small city located in Fleming County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is known as a "home rule-class city," which means it has the power to manage its own local affairs. In 2020, about 228 people lived there.
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Where is Ewing Located?
Ewing is found in the western part of Fleming County. A road called Kentucky Route 165 goes right through the city. This road connects Ewing to Elizaville, which is about 2 miles (3.2 km) to the east. It also leads northwest to U.S. Route 68. The county seat, Flemingsburg, is about 7.5 miles (12.1 km) east.
The city of Ewing covers a total area of about 0.25 square miles (0.65 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
A Brief History of Ewing
Ewing got its start in 1871. A local resident named Robert Ewing gave land to help bring the Maysville and Lexington Railroad to the area. This was a big deal for the community.
In 1873, a post office was opened in the town. Robert Ewing became the first postmaster, and the town was named after him. Ewing officially became a city in 1979, when the state assembly formally recognized it.
How Many People Live in Ewing?
The number of people living in Ewing has changed over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 144 | — | |
| 1990 | 268 | 86.1% | |
| 2000 | 278 | 3.7% | |
| 2010 | 264 | −5.0% | |
| 2020 | 228 | −13.6% | |
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According to the census from 2000, there were 278 people living in Ewing. There were 107 households, which are groups of people living together in one home. Most of the people living in Ewing were White.
The average household in Ewing had about 2.6 people. The median age of residents was 35 years old. This means half the people were younger than 35, and half were older.
Famous People from Ewing
Ewing has been home to some interesting people:
- Hobart Freeman: He was an author and a well-known preacher.
- Woodie Fryman: He was a professional baseball player who pitched in Major League Baseball. He is also a member of the Kentucky Sports Hall of Fame.
See also
In Spanish: Ewing (Kentucky) para niños
