Fairdealing, Kentucky facts for kids
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Fairdealing, Kentucky
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 Fairdealing, Kentucky
Location in Kentucky
Fairdealing, Kentucky
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Marshall |
| Elevation | 459 ft (140 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 270 |
| GNIS feature ID | 507968 |
Fairdealing is a small place in Kentucky, United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town does. Instead, it's part of the larger Marshall County.
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What's in a Name? The Story of Fairdealing
How Fairdealing Got Its Name
Fairdealing got its interesting name a long time ago. Back in 1838, a post office was opened here. People say the community was named after a store owner who lived there. This store owner was known for being very honest and fair in all his business deals. So, the name "Fairdealing" stuck!
The Old Post Office
The post office in Fairdealing was an important place for people to send and receive mail. It served the community for many years. However, it eventually closed down in 1908.
Where is Fairdealing Located?
Fairdealing is found in Marshall County, in the state of Kentucky. It's easy to find because it's right on U.S. Route 68, which is a main road. If you travel about 6.2 miles (or 10 kilometers) east from the town of Benton, you'll reach Fairdealing.
