Morgan County at a glance…

Welcome to the mountains, and to the friendly community of West Liberty, Kentucky. West Liberty is located in the central west foothills of the historic Appalachian Mountains. The community offers the appeal of small-town living, but is easily accessible to urban areas. We are 90 miles east of Lexington, Kentucky, 30 miles south of Morehead, Kentucky and 69 miles southwest of Ashland, Kentucky.

Population

West Liberty has 3,200 residents. Morgan County has approximately 13,000 residents.

Industry

Due to its location between the bluegrass and the mountains, farming is the significant employer in the area. Other significant employers include Eastern Kentucky Correctional Complex, Mountain Telephone, Licking Valley Rural Electric Cooperative, Morgan County Public School System, Lion Apparel, Inc., and CMS Inc.

Education

Morgan County has five elementary schools, a middle school, a high school, two vocational-technical schools, and an extension campus facility of Morehead State University. Morehead State University, located in neighboring Rowan County, provides courses for an associate, bachelor, and graduate degrees. Also nearby is Lees Junior College, which offers opportunities for associate degrees in selected areas, as well as preparatory classes for bachelor’s degrees at other institutions.

Recreation

Four nearby state parks are favorite spots for hiking, camping, and having picnics. Beneath Carter Caves State Resort Park in Olive Hill, Kentucky, are more than 20 twisting caverns. The park also features Tygart’s Creek and a nine-hole golf course. Cave Run Lake, located just 10 minutes from West Liberty in the heart of the Daniel Boone National Forest, is known by locals as "Kentucky’s best-kept secret." Hunting, fishing, hiking, boating, and camping are available. There are also four golf course located in Rowan and Morgan counties.

Health Services

Morgan County ARH Hospital, a Critical Access Hospital, is the main provider of healthcare in the county. Medical facilities in neighboring counties include Mary Chiles Hospital, St. Claire Medical Center, and the Middle Kentucky River Medical Center.

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