Southeast Kentucky facts for kids

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Southeast Kentucky is a special part of eastern Kentucky in the United States. This area is known for its beautiful mountains and rich history. It includes many counties like Lawrence, Johnson, Martin, Magoffin, Floyd, Pike, Letcher, Harlan, Bell, Breathitt, Leslie, Perry, Knott, Wolfe, and Powell.

Major Towns in Southeast Kentucky

Southeast Kentucky has several important towns. These towns are home to many people and offer different services. Here are some of the largest ones:

Middlesboro is the biggest town with about 9,933 people.
Pikeville has a population of around 6,903.
Hazard is home to about 5,432 residents.
Paintsville has roughly 4,283 people living there.
Prestonsburg is a town with about 3,255 residents.

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