Barton County, MO lies near southeast corner off Kansas & Oklahoma border with Lamar as main city within bounds featuring over 10K residents across 625 square miles (1Kkm²). This low-key but populous community features diversity among landscapes ranging from flat terrain towards river valleys along Spring River providing picturesque beauty amidst 4 state parks accessible within boundaries. Median households make nearly $40k/yr + small businesses driving local economies generate dynamism not easy feat considering remote location & gain support from numerous organizations dedicated towards improving quality life here.