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Muhlenberg County

Central City, Greenville, Bremen, Drakesboro, Powderly, South Carrollton

Muhlenberg County, created in 1798, is the 34th of Kentucky's 120 counties. Greenville, the county seat, was the first town settled in1799. Being the oldest city in Muhlenberg County, the community strives to preserve its heritage and places a high value upon education and their appreciation of family and friends.

In 2010, the citizens of Greenville banded together and completed a renovation of their downtown area, which has improved the appearance as well as created new opportunities for business. Through the establishment of the Greenville Tourism Commission, the city is "alive" on weekends with its concert series "Saturday's on the Square" and "Sky-Fest," a June celebration of all things aerial at the airport. In addition, "Squash & Gobble," a fall arts and crafts festival began last year that draws visitors from across the region. There's family fun and great entertainment for Muhlenberg County's locals and visitors to enjoy.

Central City, one of the larger towns in the county, was established in 1826. Because of its growth, Central City rapidly became a fourth class city, where it remains today. At present, the citizens of Central City have become a part of the "Central City United" project, whose aim is to revitalize the downtown area by restoring buildings, adding murals, and new landscape.

On Friday nights, locals chat with visitors/guests while both enjoy the entertainment that only "Date Night" provides. From concerts to karaoke, there's something for everyone. And of course, the four-day Labor Day Weekend events, sponsored by the Central City Tourism Commission, have become a "main-stay" in the community since the events' inception in 2002. Over the four-day period, Central City folks will welcome thousands of first-time visitors or "returnees" for the cruise in, car show, gospel fest and concerts. The newest event held in Central City is the Dulcimers on the Green Festival. The local dulcimer group already has a SAVE THE DATE for next year's event. Dulcimer players from several states participated last year, and the community is looking forward to another successful event that will take place in April 2011.

Muhlenberg County has a lot to offer guests both regionally and abroad. The door of hospitality is always open for those who want to spend quality time in a community whose motto could be "we are family."