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Locust, Kentucky
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 Locust, Kentucky
Location in Kentucky
Locust, Kentucky
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Carroll |
| Elevation | 466 ft (142 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 508485 |
Locust is a small, historic community located in Carroll County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Even though its post office is now closed, Locust has a rich past.
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Exploring Locust's Location and History
Locust is found in a scenic part of Kentucky. It lies to the west of the Little Kentucky River. You can also find it southeast of an area called Hunter's Bottom.
Early Community Buildings
Locust grew around important community spots.
- The Hopewell Methodist Church was built in 1842. Henry Wise donated the land for this church.
- The Locust Baptist Church was constructed in 1866. It stands along Locust Creek.
Locust as a Community Hub
From about 1880 to 1940, Locust was a very important place. It served as the main center for business, religion, and education. This was true for the whole northwest part of Carroll County.
The Locust General Store's Journey
The Locust General Store was a key business.
- It first stood near where Locust Creek split.
- Because of its location, the store often flooded.
- When its owner, James Mosgrove, passed away in 1882, John and W. Harvey Conway bought the store.
- They made the store bigger and sold more farming supplies.
- In 1902, the store was moved to higher ground. This helped avoid floods.
- A creamery (for dairy products) and an icehouse were also added.
Education in Locust
Education was important in Locust.
- The Locust School was built in 1895.
- The community also had a high school.
- However, this high school closed its doors in 1938.
Facing Hard Times: The Great Depression
During the Great Depression, many people faced tough economic times. Farmers in Locust were hit hard. They struggled financially because the market for tobacco, their main crop, failed. This period was difficult for many families in the area.
Locust's Small Population
Locust has always been a small community. At its busiest, it had about 60 people living there. This shows it was a close-knit place.
