USDA Geographic Eligibility Statistics for Kentucky Postal Zip Code 40935

Interested in some fun facts and history about Flat Lick, KY?
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Flat Lick is a small unincorporated community located in Knox County, Kentucky. Here are some interesting facts about the village:

1. Flat Lick was originally called Turkey Creek and was settled in the late 1700s.

2. The village got its name from a lick, which is a natural salt deposit where animals would gather to lick the salt. The lick in Flat Lick was flat and extended for several miles.

3. The Flat Lick Baptist Church, which was founded in 1799, is one of the oldest churches in Kentucky.

4. The Civil War Battle of Flat Lick was fought on August 17, 1863, near the village. Confederate forces led a raid against Union troops, destroying three bridges and capturing several horses and mules.

5. Flat Lick is home to several historical sites, including the Flat Lick Memorial Cemetery, which is the final resting place of many Civil War soldiers and their families.

6. The village has a rich musical heritage, with many musicians and singers hailing from the area. Notable musicians from Flat Lick include the late bluegrass artist Red Allen and the singer and fiddler Clyde Davenport.

7. Today, Flat Lick remains a small community with a population of around 1,000 people. Despite its small size, the village has a strong community spirit and is home to several family-owned businesses and community events, including the Flat Lick Festival, which takes place each summer.