Wayne County, Administrative county in southeastern Missouri, United States.
Wayne County is an administrative county in southeastern Missouri with Greenville serving as its county seat. The region includes several communities and features a mix of rural areas and small urban centers.
The Missouri Territorial Legislature created Wayne County in 1818 and named it after General Anthony Wayne from the American Revolution. The county's establishment followed the territorial administrative patterns of early Missouri.
The county maintains strong agricultural traditions through regular farming activities, community gatherings, and local business operations across its rural landscape.
Visitors can access government services and information in Greenville, where the main county offices are located. The area is rural with communities spread across the region, so planning ahead helps when visiting.
Since August 2023, Wayne County and the city of Piedmont hold the official title of UFO Capital of Missouri. This unusual designation draws the interest of those curious about such phenomena.
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