Stoddard County is located in the southeastern corner of Missouri and is part of the Bootheel region. The county seat is Bloomfield.

Stoddard County is governed by a three-member County Commission, which is elected in staggered four-year terms. The County Commission is responsible for setting the budget, levying taxes, and overseeing county departments.

The county is served by the Stoddard County Sheriff's Office, which is responsible for law enforcement and the operation of the county jail. The Stoddard County Prosecuting Attorney is responsible for prosecuting criminal cases.

The county is also served by the Stoddard County Health Department, which is responsible for public health and safety. The Stoddard County Assessor's Office is responsible for assessing property values for taxation purposes.

Stoddard County is home to several parks and recreational facilities including St. Joe State Park, Grassy One Park and Lake Wappapello.

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