Hindman, KY
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About Hindman
- • Mike Breeding, an MLB pitcher, hails from Hindman, Kentucky.
- • Hindman Settlement School, focusing on Appalachian education, was founded here.
- • Becoming the county seat established Hindman as a regional hub.
- • A legendary moonshiner, 'Uncle' Abner Hays, allegedly buried his treasure nearby.
- • The devastating 1957 flood significantly impacted Hindman's infrastructure.
- • Named for US Representative Thomas Hindman, it was incorporated in 1884.
- • With around 650 residents, it's smaller than many Kentucky high schools.
- • Sitting at 1,300 feet, Hindman offers stunning Appalachian views.
- • Healthcare and education are vital sectors within the community.
- • A quiet, contemplative atmosphere permeates the town, fostering neighborly bonds.
- • The Cincinnati Reds, a few hours away, won the 1990 World Series.
- • Knott County Central and Hazard High have a heated basketball rivalry.
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