Cherokee County

Cherokee County is an administrative county in southeastern Kansas that borders Missouri and Oklahoma. The area encompasses several small towns and rural communities spread across its jurisdiction.

The county was officially established on August 30, 1855, during Kansas's territorial period before statehood. This marked a time of significant change as the region experienced westward settlement and development.

The County Commissioners maintain regular public meetings in Columbus, fostering community participation in local governance and decision-making processes.

Visitors and residents can access basic services at the County Clerk's office, including voter registration and hunting license applications. The town of Columbus serves as the administrative center.

The Emergency Management Department coordinates responses across three state boundaries, creating specialized protocols for multi-jurisdictional incidents.

Location: Kansas

Inception: August 30, 1855

Capital city: Columbus

Shares border with: Crawford County, Ottawa County, Labette County, Craig County, Newton County, Jasper County

Website: http://CherokeeCountyKS.com

GPS coordinates: 37.16670,-94.85000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:25