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Morris County, KS
County in Northeast KSMorris County was originally organized as Wise County in 1855 and named for Henry A. Wise who was Governor of Virginia during John Brown's seizure of Harper’s Ferry. The county name was changed to Morris in February 1859, in honor of Thomas Morris, a United States Senator in 1832 from Ohio who was an opponent of slavery and died in 1844. Known for being the last place to stop and purchase supplies before heading west on the Santa Fe Trail, Morris County is rich in history. The ruts from the numerous wagon trains are still visible out across the scenic Flint Hills. Agricultural interests; dominated the early development of Morris County, and is still the prominent industry today.
- County: Morris County, KS
- Region: Northeast KS
Destination Morris County, KS
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Sponsors of Morris County, KS
Towns of Morris County, KS
The small towns of the Midwest are rich in history and a great way of life! Below you can visit and learn about the small towns we call home! Towns that have their name highlighted have become FEATURED TOWNS. Businesses/organizations from these towns have stepped forward as SPONSORS enabling us to include (or will include as acquired) stories and website links to ALL their community organizations (chambers, groups and departments, etc.), stories and website links to ALL their points of interest, annual festivals/events and stories done about their citizens, veterans and faith community. To learn how to become a featured town CLICK HERE!
Businesses of Morris County, KS
The businesses of our towns are truly the lifeblood of each community, click on any businesses below to learn about them, to learn how to add your business to your town and county page CLICK HERE!