Howard County is located in the central part of Missouri and is part of the Columbia, Missouri metropolitan area. The county seat is Fayette. The County was organized on January 29, 1816.

The county is governed by a three-member county commission, elected from single-member districts. The county also has a sheriff, prosecuting attorney, assessor, collector, and other county officials.

The county is served by the Fayette R-III School District, which includes Fayette High School.

The economy of Howard County is largely based on agriculture, with corn, soybeans, and wheat being the primary crops. The county also has a strong manufacturing sector, with several factories located in the area.

The county is home to several state parks, including the Finger Lakes State Park, which offers camping, fishing, and other outdoor activities.

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