Portland, Kentucky
Portland is an unincorporated community in Adair County, Kentucky, United States. Its elevation is 722 feet (220 m).[1]
Portland | |
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| Nickname(s): Booneville also Cottontown is accepted | |
| Motto(s): “Whatever you need we have it at the Ish Mall” | |
  Portland Location within the state of Kentucky  Portland Portland (the United States) | |
| Coordinates: 37°7′14″N 85°26′46″W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Adair |
| Elevation | 722 ft (220 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 270 |
| GNIS feature ID | 508859 |
Native Language customary to speak Cottonese but with a slight hint of the Northern "Big Creek" drawl. Recently Boonish has predominately been spoken on the Northwest end of Portland Rd.
Past Times include and are not limited to singing on the front porch, tunes like; "Little Drummer Boy" and many other Christmas classics.
Historic Landmarks are widespread in the community. Some being noted for still being in operation. Theses would include; The Ish Mall, Zipper Mart, and Ham's Biscuit Shop.
References
Municipalities and communities of Adair County, Kentucky, United States | ||
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| City |  Location of Adair County, Kentucky | |
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| Footnotes | ‡This populated place also has portions in an adjacent county or counties. | |
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