Kearney, Missouri is located in Clay County about 15 minutes north of Kansas City and has a population of 8,381. Each September, the city hosts an annual festival celebrating its distinction as the birthplace of outlaw Jesse James. The James farm with the original house and Jesse James’s burial site are a popular tourist attraction. The Kearney School District serves about 3,500 families in Kearney and northern Clay County.
Be sure and come out to the Kearney Crossroads Community Church this Saturday, April 16th, at 1:00 p.m., for the Easter Egg-Stravaganza. There will be outdoor fun for all ages, including egg hunts, face painting, snacks, and loads of family fun. The church is located at 2855 Edgar Petty Road in Kearney.