Jackson, KY
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About Jackson
- • Country singer Dwight Yoakam, known for his honky-tonk style, was born in Jackson.
- • The outlaw and folk hero, 'Little' Abner Martin, originated from the area near Jackson.
- • Breathitt County's strategic location on the Kentucky River established Jackson as a trade hub.
- • Local legend says a haunted house still stands near the outskirts of town.
- • The Great Flood of 1939 devastated Jackson, reshaping its landscape and economy.
- • Named for President Andrew Jackson, it was established in 1839.
- • With under 2,000 residents, its population is smaller than many Kentucky high schools.
- • At 735 feet, its elevation offers views of the Appalachian foothills.
- • Healthcare and social assistance are the leading industries in Jackson.
- • A place where time seems to slow down, offering simple, comforting rhythms.
- • The Cincinnati Reds, 150 miles away, won the 1990 World Series against the Oakland A's.
- • Breathitt High School's football team has a rich history of district championships.