Monongalia County, County administrative division in Morgantown, West Virginia, United States
Monongalia County is an administrative division in northern West Virginia centered on Morgantown as its principal city. The territory spans mountainous terrain and valleys, encompassing several smaller towns and rural communities throughout the region.
The county was established on October 7, 1776, originally within Virginia before becoming part of West Virginia following the state's separation in 1863. This boundary change shaped the present-day administrative structure and regional identity.
West Virginia University, established in 1867, transformed the county into an educational center and influences local development through research and academic programs.
County offices provide services for property tax inquiries, parcel searches, and access to real estate records through the Assessor's website. Visitors can obtain local information at these offices located in Morgantown or through online resources.
The county maintains three distinct administrative districts - Central, Eastern, and Western - following a 1970s reorganization of seven historical magisterial areas.
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