Clay County
200 Years In The Making
Clay County was formed on December 23, 1824, and was named after Henry Clay. Clay County was originally formed out of portions of Wayne, Crawford, and Fayette Counties.
This year, Clay County celebrates our 200 year anniversary while looking back on our history and future.
“Government is a trust, and the officers of the government are trustees. And both the trust and the trustees are created for the benefit of the people.”
– Henry Clay, Statesman
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Clay County provides a wide range of online services to help you quickly find the resources you need.
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Recent News & Updates
Keep updated on recent news and announcements from your local government partners.
Understanding Permanent Vote by Mail
Understanding Permanent Vote by Mail and the Option to Opt Out —————————— As election processes continue to evolve, vote by mail remains an important and convenient
Animal Control Seeking Bids for Repairs
The County of Clay is seeking bids to repair, remodel and add-on to the Dog Kennel portion of the Animal Shelter building. The rear portion