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Calloway County, Kentucky

Announcements

If you would like to make a financial contribution to the new Murray-Calloway County Animal Shelter fund, please visit this link.

Tobacco Barn Registration

Have a tobacco barn in Calloway County?  Please register your barn with the Calloway County Sheriff’s Office.  

Register for Your 911 Address

Calloway County requires everyone with new construction relocation of mobile homes obtain an Address Notification Form.

County Gov Job Openings

Interested in working for the county?  Job openings are now available.  Information on available positions can be found here.

Report Illegal Dumping

Illegal dumping is the intentional dumping of solid waste on public or private property without owner consent.  Details.

Alert & Storm Shelter Info

Racer Arena is a designated storm shelter when severe weather is forecast. You can also sign up for Hyper-Reach. Read more.

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COUNTY RESOURCES

Magistrate Ricky Stewart, Magistrate Larry Crutcher, Judge-Executive Kenny Imes, Magistrate Don Cherry, Magistrate Paul Rister.

About Calloway Co.

Calloway County is home to Murray State University, the City of Murray, and Kentucky Lake.  Our community features award-winning school systems, excellent health care, a diverse economic profile, and southern hospitality.

That down-home hospitality has given Calloway County national recognition. Rand McNally and USA Today named Murray as the “Friendliest Small Town” in 2012.

 Quick Facts

  • Established in 1822
  • 2024 Population: 38,975
  • 386 Square Miles
  • Incorporated Cities:  Murray (seat) & Hazel