Welcome to Morehead, KY

Morehead is located in Eastern Kentucky, nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. It was founded in 1854 by Colonel John Hargis and named after James T Morehead, a politician who served as governor of Kentucky from 1834 to 1836

With a population of nearly 7,000, Morehead is home to Morehead State University, one of the Top 25 Universities in the South, Cave Run Lake, an amazing recreational attraction and Eastern Kentucky's largest lake and Rowan County Senior High School, a Top 100 High School in Kentucky.

We are also home to St. Claire Regional Medical Center, which opened its doors on July 1, 1963. Today St. Claire is an integrated health care system known as St. Claire Healthcare, one of the largest employers in the region with 1,200 staff members including more than 100 medical providers and representing 32 medical specialties.

Recent Posts

Mayor Laura White-Brown Appointed to Governor’s “Pre-K for All” Advisory Committee June 6, 2025 Morehead Mayor Laura White-Brown has been appointed by Governor Andy Beshear to serve on the newly established Team Kentucky Pre-K for All Advisory Committee, a 28-member board tasked with helping guide the Commonwealth’s push toward universal pre-kindergarten access for every 4-year-old in the state. The “Pre-K for All” initiative aims… Read More
Senior Games- Tuesday, June 17 May 28, 2025 The Morehead Parks and Recreation Department is hosting its Annual Senior Games on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, starting at 9:00 a.m. This event is designed for adults aged 50 and older, offering a variety of activities to promote health, wellness, and community engagement. For more information or to inquire… Read More
Memorial Day Closings May 22, 2025 City Hall & Non-Essential Offices will be closed Monday, May 26 in observance for the holiday. Monday & Tuesday garbage routes will be picked up on Tuesday, May 27… Read More