Sheriff’s Office to Break Ground on New Resource Center

The Clay County Sheriff’s Office is set to break ground on its first major construction project in 25 years—the Clay County Law Enforcement Resource Center. This state-of-the-art facility will enhance training opportunities for law enforcement personnel, featuring an indoor shooting range, a 60-person classroom, and dedicated spaces for defensive tactics and decision-making training. The center will also incorporate cutting-edge virtual and augmented reality training technology.

Designed to meet the evolving training needs of the Sheriff’s Office, the new facility will ensure deputies are well-equipped to serve the growing Clay County community. The project is funded through federal grants, with Piper-Wind Architects, Inc. leading the design and Straub Construction serving as the general contractor.

Groundbreaking Ceremony Details:
📅 When: 2 p.m., Friday, March 7, 2025
📍 Where: 16414 N.E. 116th St., Kearney, Mo.

Media and community members are invited to attend.

KPGZ News - Brian Watts contributed to this story.