Missouri

Pike County blends rolling hills with flat farmland. It borders Illinois to the east, with the Mississippi River marking the line. Bowling Green serves as the county seat.

Polk County is located in southwestern Missouri in the heart of the Ozarks, just a short drive from Springfield. Bolivar, the county’s largest city, serves as the region’s educational and commercial center and is home to Southwest Baptist University.

Pettis County is located in central Missouri and is best known for Sedalia, its largest city and county seat. Sedalia hosts the Missouri State Fair each August, attracting visitors from across the state and making it one of Missouri’s most recognized communities.

Phelps County is located in central Missouri and is part of the Ozarks region. Rolla serves as the county seat and sits roughly halfway between St. Louis and Springfield along Interstate 44.

Perry County lies in southeast Missouri, about an hour south of St. Louis. The Mississippi River marks its eastern border, and Perryville, the county seat, features a charming town square with a gazebo.

Pemiscot County sits in Missouri’s Bootheel, known for its flat landscape and lush green fields in summer. Cotton farms stretch as far as the eye can see.

Osage County is located in central Missouri, where history and natural beauty come together. Jefferson City, the state capital, lies just across the river to the west.

Ozark County lies in south-central Missouri along the Arkansas border. Gainesville serves as the county seat, and the region showcases the rugged beauty of the Ozarks.

Newton County lies in southwest Missouri, where the Ozarks begin to rise from the surrounding prairies. The landscape blends rolling hills with open farmland, making for scenic drives across the county.

Nodaway County sits in northwestern Missouri along the Iowa border. Maryville is the largest city and home to Northwest Missouri State University, where the Bearcats proudly compete.