Lawrence County, County administrative division in Missouri, United States.
Lawrence County spans 613 square miles across the southwest portion of Missouri, featuring Mount Vernon as its governmental and administrative center.
Established in February 1845, the county received its name from James Lawrence, a naval officer who served in the War of 1812.
Multiple public school districts, including Aurora, Marionville, Miller, and Mount Vernon, provide education services to the county's 38,001 residents.
The Lawrence County Courthouse in Mount Vernon manages administrative functions and remains accessible to residents during regular weekday business hours.
The Ozark Cavefish National Wildlife Refuge within Lawrence County protects specialized aquatic species in underground water systems.
Location: Missouri
Inception: 1845
Capital city: Mount Vernon
Shares border with: Dade County, Barry County, Greene County, Stone County, Christian County, Jasper County, Newton County
Website: https://lawrencecountymo.org
GPS coordinates: 37.11000,-93.83000
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:10
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