Hazel Green, Kentucky facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hazel Green
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Trimble's Store
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 Hazel Green
Location in Kentucky
Hazel Green
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Wolfe |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.08 sq mi (2.79 km2) |
| • Land | 1.08 sq mi (2.79 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 922 ft (281 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 173 |
| • Density | 160.78/sq mi (62.10/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
41332
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| FIPS code | 21-35398 |
| GNIS feature ID | 493953 |
Hazel Green (also called Trimbles Store) is a small community in Wolfe County, Kentucky, United States. It is known as a census-designated place and an unincorporated community. This means it's a recognized area for counting people, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town.
Hazel Green is located along Routes 191 and 205. It is northeast of Campton, which is the main town and county seat of Wolfe County. Hazel Green sits about 922 feet (281 meters) above sea level. It even has its own post office with the ZIP code 41332.
History of Hazel Green
The post office in Hazel Green first opened in 1829. Back then, its name was spelled "Hazle Green." It got its name because there were many hazel shrubs growing in the area. In 1889, the spelling of the post office's name was officially changed to "Hazel Green." This is how it's spelled today.
Who Lives in Hazel Green?
The word "demographics" means information about the people who live in a place. It helps us understand how many people live there and other facts about them.
According to the 2020 United States Census, 173 people lived in Hazel Green.
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| 2020 | 173 | — | |
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Famous People from Hazel Green
Some notable people, meaning famous or important individuals, have come from Hazel Green:
- Joseph L. Bristow was born in Hazel Green. He later became a U.S. senator for the state of Kansas.
- Pete Center was a professional baseball player.
- South Trimble served in the U.S. House of Representatives. He was also the longest-serving Clerk of the House of Representatives.
- John A. Huff, MD was a doctor known for his work as a "Hospitalist."
See also
In Spanish: Hazel Green (Kentucky) para niños
