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| The road approaching Morehead from I-64 |
This page will be devoted to the city of Morehead,
one of the most progressive small towns in Eastern Kentucky.
O.K., I admit that as a long-time resident I am naturally a bit fond of
our community. However, in moving from a larger city I found that Morehead, although it was a small town, had a
few special things going in its favor: first, Morehead State University, with a faculty and employees committed
to the community. Second was an excellent hospital, St. Claire, which serves not only Morehead citizens but the
region as well. And third, a network of local organizations and individual citizens interested in making things
happen. As a result, the city has been growing, with new businesses and new cultural opportunities. I am really
curious to find out what will happen next, so if you have any good gossip about a new restaurant or a new music group or civic
endeavor. . . let me know.
| Morehead Mountain Strings Dulcimer Club |
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Morehead Mountain Strings Dulcimer Club, formed in
the summer of 2001 under the leadership of Betty Sharp, is for those interested in playing the mountain dulcimer. The group,
which includes players from six counties, meets bi-monthly at the Rowan County Public Library for a jam session. Classes for
beginners are offered periodically, and performances take place several times a year at special events.
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| Fresh produce at an open air market |
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One of the local stores features an open air market; there is also a farmer's market where
fresh produce from the region can be purchased. Morehead is in an area noted for wood industries and much of the county is
rural.
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This new Lowe's is one of several new businesses preparing
to open in Morehead.
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Morehead has a beautiful City Park in its downtown area which features a scenic stream, picnic
tables, basketball goals, ballparks, and shelters. There is a playground for children and a swimming pool for the summer season.
| Don Greenhill City Park |
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