Star City, WV

About Star City

• • Musician Ann Magnuson, known for performance art, grew up in Star City.
• • The now-iconic cheeseburger was reportedly crafted near Star City, WV, in 1927.
• • Proximity to Morgantown and WVU fueled its growth as a residential area.
• • A quirky local legend says a spectral dog haunts the Monongahela River banks.
• • The devastating 1985 flood significantly impacted Star City's infrastructure.
• • Named for its potential, it was incorporated in 1907 as "The Star of the West."
• • Home to around 2,000 residents, it's smaller than its neighbor, Morgantown.
• • Resting at 846 feet, the air feels crisp near the Monongahela River.
• • Many residents commute to Morgantown for jobs in education and healthcare.
• • There's a quiet, friendly atmosphere, a respite from the bustle of the city.
• • Pittsburgh Steelers games resonate deeply in the area, a short drive away.
• • WVU Mountaineers basketball's 'Press Virginia' era created intense local pride.

Songs About Star City