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PLANS ADVANCE FOR BATTLE OF PERRYVILLES 150TH ANNIVERSARY
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ore than 12,000 people are expected to turn out daily for the commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Perryville. The Civil War re-enactment is set to occur Oct. 6-7, 2012, at the Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site, and on top of the thousands of spectators organizers estimate will be coming to watch the events unfold there will be 3,000-4,000 re-enactors. A study conducted a few years ago shows that every visitor to
Perryville Battlefield spends about $75 in the community during their stay, and that number will go up quite a bit during the 150th anniversary event, said Joni House, who is preservation and program coordinator at Perryville Battlefield. Perryville is a rural community where heritage tourism really counts for much of Boyle Countys bottom line for overall tourism. With maybe 12,000 people attending each day, the re-enactment is going to be exciting in many ways.
Largest and Bloodiest The re-enactment will showcase the Oct. 8, 1862 Battle of Perryville that historians regard as the largest and bloodiest Civil War battle that took place in Kentucky. There were nearly 40,000 men directly involved in the fighting, with casualties exceeding 7,500. House says Perryville was considered a strategic Union victory since the battle ended with the outnumbered Confederacy eventually withdrawing all the way to Tennessee, resulting in the
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More than 3,000 re-enactors will take part in the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Perryville.
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Welcome to Danville
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n Penns store in gravel switch is Americas oldest country store, run by the same family since 1850. take a quick video tour at imagesdanville.com. n elizabeth taylor stayed in danville for six weeks in 1956 to film the civil War epic Raintree County. n danville has been praised in such publications as Money Magazine, Where to Retire magazine and Time magazine, which named it one of Americas most successful small towns. n its Better here is danville and Boyle countys official slogan.
danville at a glance
population (2010 us census) Danville: 16,218 Boyle County: 28,432 location Boyle County is near the geographic center of Kentucky, about 35 miles south of lexington. Danville is the county seat of Boyle County. Beginnings Danville was officially established in 1787 and served as the capital of the Kentucky district. for more information Danville-Boyle County Chamber of Commerce 100 E. Main Street Ste. 1 Danville, Ky 40422 Phone: (859) 236-2361 Fax: (859) 236-3197 www.danvilleboylechamber.com
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ore than 12,000 people are expected to turn out daily for the commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Perryville. The Civil War re-enactment is set to occur Oct. 6-7, 2012, at the Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site, and on top of the thousands of spectators organizers estimate will be coming to watch the events unfold there will be 3,000-4,000 re-enactors. A study conducted a few years ago shows that every visitor to
Perryville Battlefield spends about $75 in the community during their stay, and that number will go up quite a bit during the 150th anniversary event, said Joni House, who is preservation and program coordinator at Perryville Battlefield. Perryville is a rural community where heritage tourism really counts for much of Boyle Countys bottom line for overall tourism. With maybe 12,000 people attending each day, the re-enactment is going to be exciting in many ways.
largest and Bloodiest The re-enactment will showcase the Oct. 8, 1862 Battle of Perryville that historians regard as the largest and bloodiest Civil War battle that took place in Kentucky. There were nearly 40,000 men directly involved in the fighting, with casualties exceeding 7,500. House says Perryville was considered a strategic Union victory since the battle ended with the outnumbered Confederacy eventually withdrawing all the way to Tennessee, resulting in the
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more than 3,000 re-enactors will take part in the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Perryville.
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Union retaining control of the critical border state of Kentucky for the remainder of the war. One of the attractions at todays battlefield park is Loomiss Heights, where visitors can walk to the highest ground and look left and right to get a good concept of how the battle flowed, she says. Another interesting attraction is a Confederate Monument in our cemetery where Confederate casualties were buried in two large mass graves. Bloody, now Beautiful Also on the grounds is The Museum at Perryville Battlefield that was recently renovated and is considered to be one of the finest Civil War museums in the country. The grounds are also home to the H.P. Bottom House, which served as a hospital as long as six months after the battle. Bottom House today is privately owned and the interior is not open to the public, but the owners allow people to roam the front yard and take pictures
of the exterior, House says. As for other attractions, the 150th anniversary will feature a speaker symposium and there are 12 miles of hiking trails open to the public. The battlefield resulted in some of the bloodiest fields in Kentuckys history, but today the landscape is some of the most beautiful. ancestors still live here House says most residents of Perryville recognize how the battlefield has impacted the community over the years, and they appreciate the tourism it generates. We are lucky that many of the families who were present in 1862 are still present in Perryville today in one form or another, she says. One last point about preparing for the 150th anniversary we have been planning it since mid-2010. Our goal is to make sure that all re-enactors have a unique and comfortable experience so they put on a dazzling show that will be memorable for all who attend this interesting event.
cannons and hay bales are scattered around the fields where the Battle of Perryville took place. 2012 marks the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Perryville.
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A case full of artifacts including a canon ball, pistol and saber at the museum of the Battle of Perryville.
A union officers uniform and sword on display at the museum of the Battle of Perryville.
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a law change Brings new Business anD activity to Danville
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isitors to Danville will find tons of dinner and entertainment options awaiting them. The community has seen a big business surge recently as new restaurants, micro-breweries and package stores have started popping up. The catalyst for the new activity came on March 2, 2010 with a referendum to a law regarding alcohol sales. Previously, the law allowed alcohol sales by the drink only in restaurants with a minimum of 100 seats. Now, the city has gone fully wet. Also, in June 2009, the Danville-Boyle County Economic Development Partnership successfully advocated to extend weekend alcohol sales in Danville. Now, with the ability to serve alcohol seven days a week, the community profits for a full
weekend from events, festivals, tourists and business visitors. Expanded alcohol sales have put Danville on the radar screen for many national restaurant chains that had not considered our location due to alcohol sales restrictions, says Jody Lassiter, president and CEO of the Danville-Boyle County EDP. The EDPs primary objective in expanding alcohol sales was to increase options for downtown dining, retail and entertainment. As a result, the downtown business district alone has had an infusion of capital investment and job creation from three new restaurants, a microbrewery pub, a boutique spirit shop, and a soon-to-open fourth mediterranean style restaurant. These investments are spurring other retail shops to locate downtown.
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lore Brewing Lore Brewing is one of the companies to benefit from the law change. It was perfect timing for Lee and Ashley Rossman, who moved to Kentucky from Florida right around the time of the referendum. Lee owns the company and wife Ashley is the general manager. We are a microbrewery and homebrew supply shop. We have all the equipment and ingredients you need to make beer, wine and soda. We will have three flagship ales, seasonals and limited beers made in small batches only available at our brewery. Our beer will be available on tap at many local restaurants, in six packs at shops, and you can get growler fills at the brewery for a great price, Ashley says. She says she loves how Danville is becoming a trendy hotspot and will continue to become great by doing new things and supporting local business. Bluegrass pizza & pub Opened on June 7, 2010, Bluegrass Pizza and Pub features the only brick-oven pizza in Danville, dough thats made fresh every day as well as the freshest ingredients and, whenever possible, locallysourced produce. Owners Colin and Melissa Masters take great pride in not only offering more than 50 menu items and drinks, but a fun and homey atmosphere. The walls are lined with rock, blues and bluegrass memorabilia as well as Melissas own photography. Bluegrass Pizza & Pub is open Monday from 5 p.m.
to 9 p.m., Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Wednesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. the Beer engine Located off Third Street in Danville, The Beer Engine serves up a dozen different brews including Belgian Heavy Horse, Virtue Porter and Freedom Ranger Pale. The Beer Engine is open Thursday from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 4 p.m. to midnight and Sunday from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Other businesses that have been helped by the referendum include: V-The Market, The Hub, The Bottle Shoppe, Liquor Barn, Chills Wine and Spirits, 303 W, Danville Bowlarama and LiquorMart.
left: A Pizza with the works from Bluegrass Pizza & Pub; right: A glass of beer with grains and hops from lore Brewing.
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top: the packed dinning room of Bluegrass Pizza & Pub; Bottom: the exterior of Bluegrass Pizza & Pub
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grandmother, but definitely your funky aunt. I have customers who have lived in California or New York and say this store reminds them of places they used to shop in the much bigger cities, Craig says. I have some of the exact same items youd think you could only find in a big city. Kathy Wilson owns Saffrons Funky Finds and says the name of her store pretty much sums it up. She also carries one-of-a-kind artisan pieces, as well as Mexican abstract folk art, bohemian-style clothes and colorful blown glass vases. She says in addition to her selections, another key attribute to her store is being a bit off the beaten path and not actually in the downtown district. People say this shop reminds them of the little shops in the Highlands area in Louisville, she says. I think its kind of a surprise how fun this little shop is out in the middle of nowhere. Debbie Revell, owner of Yesterdays Potions, started
ust a casual stroll down Main Street in downtown Danville will prove that residents and neighbors of this quaint town dont have to travel the world to shop like they did. Need a cardboard animal head? How about a collage featuring Bob Dylan in flowered tights playing a large wooden guitar? One-of-a-kind hand-painted chair? Or how about baskets imported from Africa? Homemade lotion. Ugly Dolls. Vera Bradley laundry hampers. Reversible purses. Its all available right here in Boyle County at shops like Myrtles Market on Main, Saffrons Funky Finds, Lee Stephens, A&L Accessories and Yesterdays Potions. unique spaces and places Alison Craig, owner of Myrtles Market on Main, says what makes her store unique is that she has unusual items including hand-made and recycled things that might not appeal to your conservative
Alison craig, owner of myrtles market, is surrounded by unique products at her store.
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making her own lotions out of her home in 2008 and has grown the business to include an expanded product line of homemade items such as body rubs and candles. theyre still standing Its no secret that the recent economic conditions have forced hard times on even the biggest of retailers. Many of the smaller ones in Boyle County feel theyve adapted a bit and have weathered the worst of the storm, which shows that people do still like to shop small and shop local. Ann Clay Harris, owner of A&L Accessories, says people are catching on that there are some great shops and restaurants in downtown Danville. We are on a good track of improvement in our downtown, she says. The goal is to remind people to shop locally and we are headed in the right direction. Kathy Wilson says aside from great retailers, theres a whole other reason to stay in town and shop. With gas prices the way theyve been, our sales havent dropped dramatically with the economy and
I think thats partly because people are staying local to shop, she says. In addition to great products and even better customer service, Craig says the local store owners have a good community and open lines of communication, which benefits everyone. Two doors down there is a store that is a little more traditional than mine, so if I see someone struggling to find what they want here, I wont hesitate to send them down there and she does the same for me, she says. small packages to Big Boxes Boyle Countys shopping selection, however, isnt just limited to artsy boutiques. If a case of soda, power tools or jeans for back to school are what you need, the county is also home to big retailers such as Walmart, Lowes, JC Penney, and Goodys. I dont have to go out of town too much for stuff I need, Craig says. I make an effort to support local businesses and find what I need here. I understand I might pay a little bit extra, but if Im not having to drive out of town it still saves me money.
the goal is to remind people to shop locally and we are headed in the right direction.
A handpainted dresser and fairtrade baskets made from recycled wire at saffrons Funky Finds.
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Businesses Both lArge And smAll thAt helP deFine dAnville-Boyle countys economic climAte
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Business at a glance
$430 million
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Source: 2007 U.S. Census
selfrefinD Biz: Addiction Treatment Center Buzz: SelfRefind is a treatment center dedicated to helping addicts overcome their addictions. Made up of a network of centers throughout Appalachia, the Danville SelfRefind center specializes in assisting patients overcome dependencies to a range of substances. SelfRefinds method is unique because it uses the suboxone, an approved opioid medication, as part of its treatment plan. www.selfrefind.com 20
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CALDWELL STONE Biz: Stone Manufacturer Buzz: Family owned and operated, Caldwell Stone produces and delivers crushed stone for a variety of uses, including construction and residential purposes. For over 70 years, the business has operated out of the same plant just a few miles southeast of Danville. The crushing plant is energy efficient, and over a dozen sizes of crushed stone are produced there. www.caldwellstone.net MORLEYS WHEEL SERVICE Biz: Auto Repair Buzz: Morleys Wheel Service is a family owned and operated auto repair shop that specializes in front-end suspension, wheel alignment, shocks, brakes and tire repair. Opened more than 74 years ago, Morleys has the distinction of being the oldest alignment shop in Danville, and remains one of the only locally owned shops of its kind in the area. V.I.P. REALTY NINA KIRKLAND Biz: Real Estate Buzz: Danville residents real estate needs are well taken care of by Nina Kirkland. Kirkland began V.I.P Realty in 1980, two years after receiving her brokers license, and in 1985 became the Coldwell Banker affiliate broker in Kentucky. Over the years, Kirkland has served as president of the board of Realtors and earned an array of awards including Realtor of the Year and Businesswoman of the Year. www.viprealtyinc.com MAPLE TREE GALLERY Biz: Local Art Store Buzz: Selling a range of products and offering an array of services, Maple Tree Gallery works hard to make sure every customer finds what theyre looking for. Along with selling unique gifts, arts and crafts, the gallery provides customized framing, lamp making/ repair, personalized invitations, art consultation, and has earned a reputation for great customer service and satisfaction. www.mymapletreegallery.com
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t used to be called Fast Track and now is called Jump Start, but the idea behind the two-year program remains the same. The Danville-Boyle County Chamber of Commerce is the coordinator for Jump Start, a program intended to help startup businesses and expanding companies learn about local laws
and regulations all in one convenient, sit-down setting. When a business contacts the chamber about plans to open or expand, I first meet with the owner to make sure they have their business plan and financing together, says Paula Fowler, executive director of the DanvilleBoyle County Chamber of
Commerce. If everything is okay, then the second step will occur the Jump Start step.
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Opening a business after the meeting usually goes much faster than it does for companies working without the chamber. The chamber moves everything as quickly as possible because we know that the company owners are anxious to open or expand, she says. This chamber is all about workforce development, government advocacy, leadership programs and other service initiatives. Kevin Litwin
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Business climate
While manufacturing, distribution, health care and education provide a major portion of jobs in Danville-Boyle County, the areas rich soil allows agriculture to remain a vital part of the economy.
economic resources
heart of Danville main street program 134 South 2nd St. Danville, Ky 40422 (859) 236-1909 www.downtown danville.com Danville-Boyle county chamber of commerce 100 E. Main St., Ste. 1 Danville, Ky 40422 (859) 236-2361 www.danvilleboyle chamber.com Danville-Boyle county convention & visitors Bureau 105 E. Walnut St. Danville, Ky 40422 (859) 236-7794 www.danville kentucky.com Danville/Boyle county economic Development partnership (eDp) 100 E. Main St.,Ste. 1 Danville, Ky 40422 (859) 236-2805 www.betterindanville.com
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Denyo Manufacturing Corporation Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems Corporation Hobart Corporation Panasonic Home Appliances Company of America FKI logistex, Inc. Ephraim McDowell Health/ regional Medical Center Centre College Berry Plastics Corp. Caterpillar, Inc. red Wing Shoe Company, Inc. r.r. Donnelley & Sons Company Dana Holding Corporation The Timberland Company American Greetings Corporation
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Per Capita Income $48,176 Average Total Household Expenditure
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he doctors will see you now at several top medical facilities throughout Danville-Boyle County. One of the strongest, most highly regarded hospitals in this region and all of Kentucky is Ephraim McDowell regional Medical Center, which offers services ranging from outpatient rehabilitation to digital mammography. The 222-bed, not-for-profit medical center employs more than 100 physicians in 37 specialties and subspecialties, and the hospital serves all of Boyle County as well as surrounding counties. The hospital has been making news recently with two cardiologists joining Ephraim McDowell Cardiology in the fall of 2011, plus that particular department will also undergo a large expansion in 2012. This includes the addition of a new cardiac catherization lab, which offers the most advanced technology in the state.
emergency, as is the case with strains, sprains, minor cuts and contusions. This highly trained clinic is staffed by professionals, and conveniently offers weekend and late-weekday hours and no appointments are needed.
golden years
Boyle County is home to three of the top senior living centers in the region - Baptist Homes Inc., Charleston Health Care Center, and Danville Center for Health & rehabilitation. Each of these locations provides a high level of patient care administered by skilled nurses who are long-tenured in the medical field. Braxton Shoop
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dAnville-Boyle countys diverse culturAl scene engAges the community
reative minds thrive in Danville-Boyle County, as the area is home to various cultural opportunities. History buffs can get their fix, artists can find their inspiration and festival fanatics can stay occupied all in Danville.
historic sites
Constitution Square is a historic park that plays an integral part in Kentuckys statehood. The courthouse at the Square was the location for the 10 statehood conventions and the state constitutional convention that framed Kentuckys constitution. The park includes early meeting houses, a school house and a post office. The Danville national
Cemetery is a half-acre site first established in 1862 for Civil War soldiers. Perryville Battlefield holds its place in history as the site of the most devastating Civil War battle in Kentucky. The battlefield now includes a museum and a war reenactment is performed each October. The Confederate Monument in McDowell Park commemorates the Confederate States of America and is on the national register of Historic Places.
art Facilities
By providing art education and exhibits, the Community Arts Center has become an epicenter for Danvilles art community. located in the citys downtown area, the center is a non-profit
facility that offers classes in dance, music and visual arts. In addition, workshops are available, focusing on everything from fabric patterns to painting to belly dancing. Those who visit the Community Arts Center can also enjoy exhibits, performances and various events. The Jones Visual Arts Center, located on the Centre College campus, is home to the studio and gallery of glass artist Stephen rolfe Powell. The 85,000-squarefoot norton Center for the Arts hosts an array of performances and events for Centre College and Danville-Boyle County. Pioneer Playhouse, Kentuckys oldest outdoor theater, offers entertainment with dinner and a
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live show every Tuesday through Saturday. named after its founder, the West T. Hill Community Theatre has been performing plays and musicals in Danville for 30 years.
museums
The Ephraim McDowell House Museum is the former home of Dr. Ephraim McDowell, who performed the first ovarian tumor removal. The house, a national Historic landmark, is an example of Georgian architecture and tours are given daily. With an entire village of masterfully crafted and displayed miniatures, the Great American Dollhouse Museum is a unique attraction. The museum also includes a playroom, classroom and gift shop.
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anville restaurants know the meaning of fresh food. With homemade products and lots of interesting menu options, its hard to not love what you eat. Heres a small sampling of some popular Danville dining favorites:
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among customers. Carbo loading is definitely encouraged with signature items such as the saltrising bread, Persian rolls and butterflake rolls. Customers are always encouraged to snatch a batch of Burkes gingerbread cookies or apple sauce cake before heading out. Order fun and surprising cakes or cupcakes at The Twisted Sifter Cake Shoppe. Fresh ingredients and homemade frostings are used to create a custom cake for your special occasion. Pick your sweets for a pre-wedding party, wedding, birthday or any other occasion you can think up. The shop serves the Danville, louisville, lexington and nicholasville areas.
organic coffees can be sipped while customers make use of free wireless Internet service. On Friday and Saturday nights. Meltons Deli opened in 1999 and has been a Danville favorite ever since. located downtown, the deli serves lunch menu items, with ingredients prepared fresh every morning including the fresh brewed tea. In 2009, the deli won the Pulse Award from the Heart of Danville for its active downtown presence.
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eautiful Boyle County is home to parks, fishing and enough recreation opportunities to keep the outdoor-oriented occupied.
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Country Club is the countys oldest and finest private golf club. The course opened in 1924, and in 1998 added The Clubhouse, which holds a restaurant, a card room, and full locker and shower facilities for members. The beautifully maintained 18-hole course shares the spotlight with the clubs tennis courts and Olympicsized pool.
left: herrington lake, the deepest lake in kentucky, offers anglers worldclass bass, catfish and more. right: A Zumba class led by Jennifer osbourne at the William Bunny davis recreation center in danville, kentucky.
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The Boyle County School District, a top 20 school district in Kentucky, includes Junction City, Perryville and Woodlawn elementary schools, as well as Boyle County Middle and High School. Boyle County Schools offer a wide variety
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of opportunities for all students, including dual college credit, state championship extra-curricular activities, intervention and accelerated programs. The Danville School District boasts more than an 80 percent acceptance rate for graduates to college. Additionally, the Kentucky School for the Deaf has been offering education to hearing impaired children in all grade levels since it was established in 1823.
an after-school program. At Danville Christian Academy, the nondenominational school is dedicated to providing a Christian environment for student learning and growth.
Private eyes
Danville-Boyle County is also home to outstanding private offerings, including Danville Montessori School that was founded in 1975 and offers pre-primary classes, a day care, an elementary program and
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ACT Composite for 2010-11 Juniors 20.3 ranking DHS 21st among all Kentucky high schools 85% of high school graduates accepted to college Nationally recognized forensics, academic and athletic programs World languages K-12 64% of Advanced Placement exams scored three or higher Well over $1 million in scholarships awarded to 104 graduating seniors 10 Advanced Placement courses Wide range of special opportunities in the arts and technology Project-based approach to learning Nationally recognized innovation site Extended learning opportunities through DKU and Experience Danville State recognized marching band
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nestled in the heart of the Bluegrass region, Danville and Boyle County are known for natural beauty. Danville, the county seat, is a regional hub for health care, higher education and culture.
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total Population
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median household income
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median resident Age
$120,600
median home Price
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total households
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estimated gross rent for two-Bedroom Apartment
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January high temperature
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transportation
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July low temperature
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A&L Accessories 236-7411 Aarons Sales & Lease 238-7565 The Academic Success Center of Kentucky 613-2290 ADA Heating and Air 548-8501 Adoption Assistance, Inc. 236-2761 Advocate Messenger 236-2551 Air Evac LifeTeam 854-0081 Alan Clark 236-4812 The Allen Co. 236-2310 Alternative Energies Kentucky, LLC 236-7385 American Cellular Incorporated/ Verizon Wireless 236-7236 American Greetings 236-7200 Animal Medical Center 238-2201 Anitas Attic 209-4247 Anodia Systems (866) 246-2548 The Arts Commission of Danville/Boyle County 238-0063 ASAP Towing 236-2727 The Ashley Inn at Meadow Lake Equestrian Center 548-4922 AT&T (502) 875-3508 AT&T Mobility 236-9071 Atmos Energy 236-2300 Atoka, LLC 236-4591
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C.A.R. Express 236-2002 Caldwell & Cook Hearing Services 236-3865 Caldwell Body Shop 238-7051 Caldwell Stone 236-6829 Candy Bouquet 236-5605 Caregivers by Linda 238-7611 Caretenders of the Bluegrass 236-8956 Carols Bridal & Gift 236-3825 CASA at Woodlawn 936-3510 Caterpillar Track Components 936-2220 Central Kentucky Career Center 269-8021 Central Kentucky Federal Savings Bank 236-4181 Central KY Association of Realtors 236-3497 Central KY Interpreter Referral, Inc. 236-9888 Central Ky Surgeons, PSC 236-2222 Centre College 238-5200 Centre College Career Services 238-5286 Charleston Health Care Center 236-9292 Chase 238-4702 A Childrens Place 236-7176 Chills Quick Stop 236-0444 Chills Wine and Spirits 236-6406 Church of God of America 236-2194 City Art Signs 236-8219 City of Danville 238-1200 Cliffview Retreat and Conference Center 792-3333 Coldwell Banker VIP Realty, Inc. 236-5450 Comfort Suites 936-9300 Commonwealth Cancer Center 236-2203 Communications by Design 329-7336 Community Arts Center 236-4054 Community Greeting Service 583-3694 Community Trust Bank 239-9200 Convention & Visitors Bureau 236-7794 The Cottage Bed & Breakfast 236-9642 Cottage Interiors 239-0990 Country Hearth Inn 236-8601 Cumberland Foot & Ankle Center 236-3208 Custom Air, Inc. 236-5417
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Eastern Kentucky University Danville Campus 236-6866 Eddie Montgomerys Steakhouse 734-3400 Edward Jones Investments Bill Griffin 936-9600 Edward Jones Investments Joe Bunch 238-7420 Elmwood Inn Fine Teas & Benjamin Press 332-2400 Energy Sports and Fitness 734-0590 Enlow & Shahzad Associates in Medicine, PSC 236-4216 Ephraim McDowell Health 239-1000 Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center 239-1000 Ephraim McDowell Vascular 239-4840 ERA Team Realtors 236-3064 Eye Associates of Danville, PSC/ Eye Associates Optical 236-6055
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Dana Corporation 236-3960 Danville Ace Hardware & Appliances, Inc. 236-5774 Danville Bike & Footwear 238-7669 Danville Bottled Water 238-4134 Danville Bowlarama Lanes, Inc. 236-6452 Danville Boyle Co. Senior Citizens 236-2070
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Family Medicine Clinic of Danville 236-1250 Family Tire & Service Center 236-7078 Farm Bureau Insurance 236-4081 Farmers Bank & Capital Trust Co. 238-2602 Farmers National Bank 236-2926
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Nash, Cleveland & Godfrey 236-5062 National College of Business & Technology 236-6991 National Office Furniture 236-2604 Nesco Resource 238-0058 New York Life Insurance Co. 238-7232 Northwestern Mutual 236-7468 The Nutrition Center 936-2124
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Garrard County Chamber of Commerce 792-2282 Gash Fitzpatrick Insurance Agency 236-5192 Gentle Dental Care 236-6181 Giovannis Pizza & Italian Buffet 236-1455 Go Fetch Marketing & Design (606) 425-0527 The Golden Lion Bed & Breakfast 583-1895 Good Neighbor Pharmacy 936-1222 Goode Locksmith 332-7123 Goodys 238-7583 The Great American Brass Band Festival 319-8426 The Great American Dollhouse Museum 236-1883 Greenleaf Plant Food, Inc. 236-2861 Greenline Implement, Inc. 236-8500 Gregs Shoe Repair 792-3064 Growing Pains Lawn Service 332-4231
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OCharleys #413 936-8040 Off Centre Laundry & Tanning 236-0999 Office Depot 936-1610 Old Bridge Golf Club 236-1234 One Vision Motorsports, LLC 936-RIDE Orange Cat Productions 755-4115
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L.E. Pope Building Co., Inc. (336) 996-5000 LaFiesta Grande 238-0544 A Lasting Impression 236-7118 Lees Famous Recipe 236-8777 Lexington Legends Professional Baseball Club 252-4487 Lexington Road Laser Wash 265-1635 LFE Institute 516-1802 Liberty Mining Consultants, Inc. 936-5588 Lifes Custom Woodworking 536-4755 Lily Manor Day Spa 236-1700 Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce (606) 365-4118 Liquor Barn Danville 259-1136 Liquor Mart 239-9488 Little Caesars Pizza 236-1122 Little Oil Dist. 236-6463 Little Sign Shop 238-7391 Lochdale Development, Inc. 619-5600 The Lock Box 236-2611 Long Run Community Apartments 236-9530 Lore Brewing Co. 209-4288 Lowes Home Improvement Warehouse 238-9925 Lyons Greenleaf BP 236-7775
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Packs Nursery 854-3901 Panasonic Appliances Co. of America 238-3426 Papa Johns 236-9999 Party Hopn 583-3621 Patrick Cooper Painting Contractor, Inc. 332-4934 Patriot Income Tax Service, LLC 238-0066 PBK Bank 238-2265 Perryville Market, LLC 583-2094 Personal Finance Co., LLC 236-0013 Pioneer Playhouse of Danville 236-2747 Pioneer Vocational 236-8413 Pizza Hut of Danville, Inc. 236-2622 Pliant Corporation 236-6633 PNC Bank 238-1034 Premier Villages of Kentucky, LLC Preston Pruitt Funeral Home 236-4343
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Hampton Inn 236-6200 Hancocks Stop and Go, LLC 209-4198 Kenneth Harmon 236-2443 Harrodsburg Herald 734-2726 Harrodsburg Mercer County Chamber 734-2365 Health First Chiropractic 236-5129 Heart of Danville 236-1909 Heart of Kentucky United Way 238-6986 Heartland Veterinary Hospital 238-7500 Helton, Erwin & Associates 236-4520 Heritage Hospice 236-2425 Herrington Lake Marina 548-2282 Chris Herron, Attorney 236-3777 Hilliard Lyons 236-3636 Hobart Corporation 236-7023 Hometown Clinic 236-8268 Hometown Radio Network 236-2711 The Hub Coffee House & Cafe 936-0001 Hudson & Hudson, PLLC 236-2854
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Rainbow Cleaners 236-4274 Renos Roadhouse 936-1385 Rexel-Danville 236-0880 Robinson, Hughes & Christopher, PSC 236-6628 Royal Liquors 236-5000 RR Donnelley 238-2401
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M&M Sanitation 552-2735 Maeder Painting (217) 721-3332 Mallards 936-8103 Maple Tree Gallery 236-0909 Mark L. Morgan & Associates 936-1234 The Martin Agency, Inc. 236-6782 McAfee Mowing & Landscaping 236-6969 McAnly Commercial Properties 236-6363 McClure & McClure Attorneys 236-4214 McDaniel Wealth Management, PLLC 236-0595 McDowell Home Health Agency 236-8946 McDowell House Museum 236-2804 McDowell Place of Danville 239-4663 McDowell Wellness Center 936-9355 The Medicine Shoppe 238-0002 Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems KY 936-4600 Meltons Deli 236-9874 Merrill Lynch, Thomas D. Hobbs (502) 329-5045 Meticulous Bookkeeping Services, LLC 433-1712 Minuteman Press 236-4655 Mollys Flowers and things, inc. 236-4438 Morleys Wheel Service 236-4454 Morning Glory Manor & Cottage B&B 236-1888 Myrtles Market on Main 236-0644
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The Idea Farm 236-3376 Impressions the salon & spa, llc 236-6819 Infintech (812) 568-6397 Anna Ingram Insight Media Advertising 263-1800 Inter County Energy 236-4561
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Salon on 4th 236-4516 Salvation Army Thrift Store 236-0457 Dave Scheurich 236-5934 Scott Scutchfield 236-0641 SDK Apparel & Promotional Products (888) 448-9424 Selfrefind (866) 755-4258 Servpro of Versailles, Nicholasville & Danville 887-1123 Sheehan, Barnett, Dean, Pennington, Little & Dexter, PSC 236-2641, Ext. 120 Kay Sheldon Shelter Insurance 238-2163 Shoe Sensation, Inc. 236-4287 Simply Delish by David & Tish 583-0012 Simply Silver 236-1707 Sleep Outfitters 238-7299 Salli S. Slone MD 236-0916 Smart Lube International, Inc. 236-3215 SOCAYR, Inc. (502) 634-9830 Sodexo 236-2744
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Jacobs Hall Museum 239-7017 Jameson Evans Resources 238-7800 JC Penney 236-7709 Jeffrey Baird Associates 236-3048 Joanns Corner Cuts 236-7854 Joedy Sharpe Construction Co. 236-1479 John Kalk 936-3112 Johnson & Pohlmann 236-5922 Journal Communications (800) 333-8842 Junction City 854-3900
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Karamel Kreations Gourmet Caramel & Gifts 227-3927 KCs Gymnastics 236-7175 Kentucky Blood Center 276-2534
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TCI Logistics 236-6001 Tele Data Communications 332-4222 The 10th Planet, LLC 236-4488 TheatrEXpands 516-1802 Thoroughbred Threads, LLC 236-0224 303 West 236-2159 The Timberland Co., Inc. 236-1351 Time Warner Cable 626-4840 Timothy Bidwell, Inc. 339-0445 Tinder Krauss Tinder 238-9494 Travel Leaders 236-0000 Trinity Episcopal Church 236-3374 Triple O Electric 238-7628 The Twisted Sifter 238-9393 Tye Financial Group 236-8793
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United Warehousing Co., LLC 236-0773 US Bank 236-5418 USA Signs, LLC 236-6811
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V the Market 236-9774 Vantage Engineering 734-0560 Vend Fresh Food Service 236-6765 Ventures in Veterinary Acquisitions 238-7682 VIP Auction Co. 236-1852 VIP Property Management 236-5450
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Wal-Mart 236-9572 Robert Webster, DMD 236-1912 Weldquip 239-9353 West Care Kentucky 238-1127 West T. Hill Community Theatre 236-8607 Wilderness Trace Family YMCA 236-0359 Wiley Electrical Contractor, LLC 854-0167 Woodrum Plaza 324-0303
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