Spears, Kentucky facts for kids
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Spears, Kentucky
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 Spears, Kentucky
Location in Kentucky
Spears, Kentucky
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Jessamine |
| Elevation | 991 ft (302 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CST) |
| GNIS feature ID | 509104 |
Spears is a small, quiet place located in Jessamine County, Kentucky, in the United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government, like a mayor or city council. Instead, the county government takes care of services for Spears.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it's not officially a city or town. It doesn't have its own separate local government. This is different from a city, which has its own rules and leaders.
How Unincorporated Areas Work
- People living in unincorporated areas still get services.
- These services, like roads and police, are usually provided by the county government.
- Spears used to have its own Post Office, but it's not open anymore. This often happens in very small communities.
Where is Spears Located?
Spears is found in the beautiful state of Kentucky. It's part of Jessamine County, which is in the central part of the state.
About Jessamine County
Jessamine County is known for its lovely countryside. It's also famous for its horse farms and rich history. The county seat, which is like its main town, is Nicholasville.
