Cricket is a small town in Avery County, North Carolina, located in the Appalachian Mountains at an elevation of 2,300 feet. The town experiences warm summers and cold winters, with average temperatures ranging from 35°F in January to 75°F in July. Cricket was founded in 1888 as a logging community and has a rich history of logging, mining, and farming. The town's heritage is evident in its historic buildings and landmarks, including the Cricket Methodist Church, built in 1890, and the Cricket Schoolhouse, built in 1912.
Famous Persons from Cricket, North Carolina, United States
- James Hodgson - Born on March 28, 1972 - Cricketer, and Todd Trainer
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