Tag: Pikeville
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The Hatfields and McCoys: Remembering the 1888 New Year’s Day Massacre
The Hatfields and McCoys are one of the most famous feuding families in American history. This infamous feud began in the late nineteenth century in the rugged mountains of eastern Kentucky, along the border of southern West Virginia. These two infamous families engaged each other in a bitter struggle of betrayal, jealousy, and revenge. The…
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Devil Anse Hatfield Descendant Speaks at the McCoy Well – What Did He Have to Say?
Each September, Pike County Tourism CVB, along with the Pike County government and various community leaders host Hatfield McCoy Heritage Days, a multi-day event that involves many descendants of Hatfields and the McCoys. Descendants of these famous feuding families come to Pikeville and the surrounding area to engage in storytelling, meet and greets, and special…
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The Hatfields & McCoys: The Story You’ve Been Told
In the late nineteenth century and early twentieth century, the Hatfield and McCoy families’ feud drew national attention and prompted authorities to take control of this chaotic situation, which garnered the attention of the U.S. Supreme Court (1888). Randolph McCoy, who made his home in Pike County Kentucky (Hardy/Blackberry area), and William Anderson “Devil Anse”…
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Revo Rally & Dreamcars Daily Meet & Greet
Everyone is invited to come to the Revo Rally & Dreamcars Daily Meet & Greet event, which will be held Saturday, July 31st at Pike Central High School from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Attendees are invited to mingle with the car owners, and may even get the opportunity to sit in one of these…
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Return to Your Roots in Pikeville-Pike County, KY
As difficult as the year has been so far, having some time away from the hustle and bustle has reminded us there are more precious things to this life than long hours at the office. Families have become acquainted with what is truly important; experiencing life together with those we love. Now that things are…
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Pikeville-Pike County Visitors Guide
Download | Request By Mail Pikeville-Pike County, Kentucky is one of Kentucky’s most beautiful and interesting destinations. Home to the feuding Hatfields and McCoys, visitors can explore the historic feud sites from this storied past, while taking in breathtaking views and tasting some of our region’s unique flavors. The Pikeville-Pike County Kentucky Visitors Guide includes details on…