Fallsburg, Kentucky facts for kids
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Fallsburg, Kentucky
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 Fallsburg, Kentucky
Location in Kentucky
Fallsburg, Kentucky
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Lawrence |
| Elevation | 574 ft (175 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 491966 |
Fallsburg is a small, unincorporated community located in Lawrence County, Kentucky, in the United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town does. Instead, it's part of the larger county government.
A Look Back at Fallsburg's History
Fallsburg has a bit of history! Long ago, it was a busy spot because it had a mill. A mill is a building where grain is ground into flour, or other materials are processed. This would have been an important place for the local farmers and residents.
Famous People from Fallsburg
Even small communities can be home to important people! Fallsburg is known for one notable person:
- Paul E. Patton was a very important person from Fallsburg. He served as the governor of Kentucky. A governor is the leader of a state, similar to how a president leads a country. They help make decisions and manage the state's affairs.
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