Hopkins County, County administrative division in Western Kentucky, United States
Description
Hopkins County is an administrative division in Western Kentucky that combines flat areas near river valleys with rolling hills in the southern regions. Madisonville serves as the main center for government and commerce in this area.
History
The area was established in 1806 and named after General Samuel Hopkins, a Revolutionary War officer who later served as a state legislator. This founding marked the start of organized settlement in the region.
Culture
The region has developed as an agricultural center over generations, where farmers grow corn, soybeans, and other crops across the land. These farming traditions continue to shape how the landscape looks and how people in smaller communities organize their lives.
Practical
Visitors find services and shops in Madisonville, which functions as a transportation hub and administrative center. The varied terrain means that travel routes and times differ between flat and hilly areas.
Did you know?
The area was once a major coal mining region that contributed significantly to the state's energy supply by the late 1900s. This industrial phase permanently changed the landscape and local infrastructure.
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