Looking for things to do and see in Marshall County? Visit the Marshall County Tourism Web site.
About Marshall County
Home to just under 10,500 residents in north east Kansas, Marshall County offers urban opportunities to those who want to live a rural lifestyle. A diverse economic base, which includes agriculture, industrial and service industries provides opportunities for all individuals. The rich history and cultural experiences allow for the opportunity to live life to the fullest.
Marysville is the county seat with nine incorporated and seven unincorporated communities. Residents enjoy low crime rates, while not giving up a lively, diverse atmosphere. Our location puts us with urban access in a few short hours. Marysville is 135 miles from the MCI airport at Kansas City, Missouri, 60 miles from Kansas State University in Manhattan and 70 miles from University of Nebraska in Lincoln.
The educational opportunities to our residents and near by communities is top notch. Four successful school districts give our youth a great advantage no matter what stage of learning they are at. Professional and personal development courses are also available.
Marshall is a progressive county, with a strong county and local government, ensuring an affordable quality of life through numerous avenues. The tried and true mid west work ethic is obvious here, with strong community ties and a very evident pride.
The Marshall County Economic Development Council (MCEDC) is here to help existing businesses grow and expand, assist new businesses in start up, work with businesses prospects, work on community development, promote tourism in the area and do marketing for the county. MCEDC is here to help you, contact us to address your future today!
MCEDC Goals
- Economic Development is to develop community cohesiveness through involvement and acceptance of change, to develop leadership among citizens and to initiate formal planning to promote community growth and expansion.
- Economic Development is to create new business opportunities by making available resources pertaining to business development and management and also encouraging recruitment of outside firms, while retaining businesses currently providing service in Marshall County.
- To improve and create housing and infrastructure.
- The strategic plan will focus to provide a safe and wholesome environment for all of its citizens, with emphasis on educational, economic and recreational opportunities.