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Ideas meet the outdoors.

Calloway County brings university energy, an active arts community, and the pull of Kentucky Lake into one lively place.

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County feature

Learning belongs in the community

Connect with the people turning knowledge, creativity, and outdoor life into opportunities that travel across the region.

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Places and local discovery

Get to know Calloway County.

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Scenic art drive · Countywide

Follow the Calloway County Quilt Trail

More than sixty barn quilts turn a county drive into an open-air gallery, with patterns tied to the families and land around them. Pick up the current route guide before heading out.

Made here · Murray

Browse the Murray Art Guild market

The guild pairs changing exhibitions and education with an Art Market where visitors can buy paintings, pottery, fiber work, sculpture, and other pieces made by area artists.

Garden walk · Doran Arboretum

Slow down at the Doran Arboretum

Murray Tourism includes the Doran Arboretum on its outdoor guide and Kentucky Garden Trail. Make its living collection the quiet center of a Murray day, then continue toward campus or downtown at your own pace.

Map and discovery

Explore inside the county.

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The eight counties of Kentucky West Choose Ballard, Carlisle, Fulton, Hickman, McCracken, Graves, Marshall, or Calloway County. Ballard McCracken Marshall Carlisle Graves Hickman Fulton Calloway

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Business discovery

Meet Calloway County businesses.

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Sponsored listings.

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Independent local source

Murray–Calloway County Membership Directory

Search chamber members across business, professional, retail, dining, health, and community categories.

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County services and institutions

Useful Calloway County resources.

Schools, public offices, churches, financial institutions, public resources, and Health & Wellness all live at the county level.

Schools

Calloway County PreschoolCalloway County Schools · early childhoodEast Calloway Elementary SchoolCalloway County Schools · elementaryNorth Calloway Elementary SchoolCalloway County Schools · elementarySouthwest Calloway Elementary SchoolCalloway County Schools · elementaryCalloway County Middle SchoolCalloway County Schools · middleCalloway County High SchoolCalloway County Schools · highCalloway County Alternative Instructional FacilityCalloway County Schools · alternative educationMurray Elementary SchoolMurray Independent · grades K–3Murray Middle SchoolMurray Independent · grades 4–8Murray High SchoolMurray Independent · grades 9–12Murray Head StartMurray Independent · early childhoodMurray–Calloway County Area Technology CenterRegional career and technical education

Government

Calloway County Offices and OfficialsCounty clerk, PVA, sheriff, courts, magistrates, and resident contactsCalloway County DepartmentsOfficial directory of county service officesCity of Murray Department ContactsDirect contacts for permits, utilities, public works, police, and fireMurray Police Department AdministrationPolice leadership, records, reports, and department contactsCity of Murray Planning and EngineeringPermits, maps, code enforcement, subdivisions, and infrastructureCity of Murray Boards and CommissionsCitizen boards, commissions, contacts, and appointment process

Christian churches

Banks & credit unions

The Murray Bank — Main OfficeCommunity-bank branch · 405 South 12th Street, MurrayThe Murray Bank — North OfficeCommunity-bank branch · 700 North 12th Street, MurrayThe Murray Bank — Hazel OfficeCommunity-bank branch · 405 Main Street, HazelCFSB — Calloway North Banking CenterCommunity-bank branch · 1721 North 12th Street, MurrayCFSB — Calloway Sycamore Banking CenterCommunity-bank branch · 414 South 12th Street, MurrayFNB Bank — Murray NorthCommunity-bank branch · 1445 Lowes Drive, MurrayFNB Bank — Murray SouthCommunity-bank branch · 611 South 12th Street, Murray

Public resources

Calloway County Public Library — ChildrenEarly-learning databases, homework help, and children's resourcesCalloway County Public Library — TeensTeen programs, tutoring, leadership, and learning resourcesCalloway County Extension OfficeLocal agriculture, 4-H, and family-science contacts

Health & Wellness

Murray-Calloway County HospitalHospital, emergency, and specialty care · MurrayMurray Medical Associates — Primary CareFamily medicine, internal medicine, and walk-in primary care · MurrayMurray-Calloway County Hospital LocationsMedical offices and care facilities by specialty · MurrayMurray-Calloway County Hospital ServicesHospital, rehabilitation, pediatrics, women's health, and wellness servicesRegional Cancer CenterOncology, radiation therapy, navigation, and support · MurrayMurray-Calloway County Hospital Community ProgramsCommunity wellness, health education, and outreachTaylor Family DentalFamily, preventive, and restorative dental care · MurrayCalloway County Health DepartmentPublic health, healthcare services, and wellness resources · Murray

Resident guide

Living in Calloway County.

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Kentucky State Resources for County Residents

Official Kentucky programs and services that residents can use.

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Motor Vehicles

Official driver's-license, county clerk title and registration, and Kentucky motor-vehicle resources.

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Travel & Tourism

Official and locally maintained travel information.

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Chambers & City Resources

Chambers, city governments, and other official local gateways.

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Unwritten Rules

Sourced local context that helps people participate respectfully, without stereotypes or guesses.

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What You'll Find Here

A source-backed introduction to the places and community life found in the county.

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History

County history tied to identified archives, museums, or public records.

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Who's Who

Past and present people documented by identified public sources.

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Education

School boards, districts, colleges, libraries, and official learning resources.

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Employment & Job Boards

Official job-search tools, workforce help, and local public-employer openings.

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College, University & Scholarships

Regional colleges, university programs, financial aid, and scholarship gateways.

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Organizations & Nonprofits

Verified regional and local organizations that help residents participate, volunteer, give, or receive support.

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Media & Communications

Regional broadcast outlets and address-level internet, telephone, and cable availability tools.

WKMS public radio ↗

Murray State University's public-radio service for western Kentucky, with regional news, programs, and listening options relevant to Calloway County.

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WPSD Local 6 ↗

Paducah-based regional television news, weather, and programming serving the Jackson Purchase, including Calloway County.

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Public Utilities by Availability

Official service-area and provider lookups for electric, gas, water, sewer, and telecommunications utilities.

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Community Sports

Public and nonprofit leagues, facilities, and participation information.

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Kids Zone

Verified activities and public resources intended for children and families.

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Child Care

Official child-care search, licensing, assistance, and provider resources.

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Elder Care

Official aging, caregiving, transportation, and support resources.

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Golf Courses

Verified public information for golf courses serving the county.

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Attractions

Verified museums, parks, landmarks, and other visitor destinations.

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Arts & Entertainment

Verified cultural venues, arts organizations, and permanent entertainment resources.

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Events

Official event-calendar gateways for time-sensitive community listings.

Government representation

Who serves Calloway County.

Names come from official county, city, and Kentucky government sources. Verified August 30, 2026.

County offices

County Judge/Executive
Kenneth C. Imes
County Clerk
Antonia Faulkner
County Sheriff
Nicky J. Knight
Property Valuation Administrator
Nikki McMillen-Crouch
County Jailer
Kenneth Claud
County Attorney
K. Bryan Ernstberger

Fiscal Court

Northeast
Ricky Stewart
Southwest
Don Cherry
Southeast
Larry Crutcher
Northwest
Paul Rister

Murray

Mayor
Bob Rogers
Police Chief
Sam Bierds

Official sources

Calloway County office directoryKentucky DLG — Calloway CountyKentucky DLG — City of Murray

Prototype marketplace

Calloway County classifieds.

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For sale · Demo

Garden tools and outdoor supplies

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Weekend yard help

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Local history photographs

Demonstration request for community material that could support a county history project.

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Garage sales in Calloway County.

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Projects and contribution

Join useful work from Calloway County.

The founding projects serve the connected Kentucky West region. Start with the work, or use Talent DNA to find one small contribution.

Repair a landmark

The ReCenter

A 1935 school in Barlow is becoming a 45,000-square-foot home for learning, growing, making, and gathering.

Explore project →Relaunch a local story

Cecil Wise

A hummingbird learning to fly is ready for his next chapter—and a new generation of Kentucky West artists.

Explore project →Preserve the built story

The Church House Tour

A video journey through the historic church buildings of the Jackson Purchase.

Explore project →Give good things a next life

The Picker Center

A quiet broker service that matches meaningful objects with people who will value their stories.

Explore project →Carry the memory

Confluence Culture Council

A circle of proven contributors who mentor neighbors and protect the platform's generous culture.

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Deals, coupons, and offers

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