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Welcome to Axtell

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 "Living in a rural setting exposes you to so many marvelous things - the natural world and the particular texture of small-town life, and the exhilarating experience of open space".

-Susan Orlean  

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Axtell Community Physicians Clinic

Now Open!

502 Elm Axtell, KS 66403

(785) 736-2460

The Clinic is located on the south end of the new Axtell Community Fitness Center.

Office open to schedule appointments as follows:

Tuesdays: 8AM-12PM

Wednesdays: 8AM-12PM

Thursdays: 12PM-4PM

Fridays: 8AM-12PM


Walk in appointments are welcome as schedule allows.

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Axtell Economic Development

Vision Statement

To improve the stability of our community by providing employment opportunities which enhance the economic, social and physical attributes of our community while maintaining the quality of life inherent to rural Kansas towns.

Axtell Economic Development Corporation was established in 1999.

Welcome!

Walk the town with us as you browse through this web site. Experience the atmosphere of a small vibrant town located in Marshall County, Kansas. The economy is agricultural related. Farming is a REAL part of our life-style. Farmers are a resilient group of individuals - able to rebound from difficulties, yet full of hope and dreams for the future. Our people are like that; not afraid to reach for the future. The population of Axtell is about 445.

Visit Axtell

Axtell is located approximately 10 miles south of the Nebraska State Line and 89 miles west of St. Joseph, MO. It is located in the eastern part of Marshall County about 1/2 mile from the Nemaha County line. We are two miles north of U.S. Highway 36 on KS 110. Seneca is 10 miles east of the Axtell Junction (US 36 & KS 110) and Marysville is 20 miles west of the Axtell Junction.

Axtell Cash

Axtell Cash is a gift certificate program brought to you by Axtell Economic Development Corporation. Axtell Cash ensures that money is spent locally, ensuring the Shop Small initiative lasts year-round. This benefit is a plus for both our local businesses and the recipients. The recipient can redeem the certificate at participating Axtell businesses. Recipient can choose from a variety of businesses. Spend your Axtell Cash on meals, hair styling, car services and parts, gasoline or home improvements. Axtell Cash is a popular gift for family, friends, teachers or employees. 


  • Axtell Cash must be purchased at the State Bank of Bern - Axtell Branch
  • Axtell Cash is good for 6 months from the date issued
  • Axtell Cash is only available for redemption at participating Axtell businesses listed below
  • Axtell Cash is available in any amount, $10 or more
  • Axtell Cash is not redeemable for cash. If any remaining balance is left after use, any amount not used in full will be turned into a gift certificate to that particular business 

       The original door from Axtell Community Grocery Store is on display in our new building.

Participating axtell businesses

Ace's Bar & Grill

Ag Partners COOP

Axtell Community Grocery Store

Axtell Liquor Store

Axtell Lumber

Eagle HVAC & Plumbing 

Farrell Brother's Gun & Ammo

Little Joe's Service

Mark's Farm & Auto Supply

Moonlight Restoration

Susan's Snip & Style

"There is immense power when a group of people with similar interests gets together to work toward the same goals.” – Idowu Koyenikan

We take pride in what we do

Current Projects

  • Daycare Incentive Program – Established 2015
  • Tear Down Build Up Housing Project – Established 2015
  • Community Business Support - for existing and new Businesses
  • Develop & Maintain the Axtell Website
  • Axtell Cash - certificates that can be used at participating Axtell businesses.
  • Axtell Community Grocery Store
  • Micro Loan Program-provides funding for local Axtell businesses to purchase, enhance, improve or assist with startup costs.

Micro Loan Progam Information

Past Projects

  • Build a Restaurant / Bar  - Currently known as Ace’s Bar & Grill
  • Donated funds to the Concession Stand at the Axtell City Park
  • Purchased the Alfers Electric Building and transferred ownership to the Axtell American Legion for demolition.
  • Donated funds to the Axtell Community Track
  • $2,500 to Axtell Pride for startup of their group
  • Donated funds to the Electronic Sign next to Legion
  • Scholarship fund -  to an AHS graduating senior
  • Provided funds to Axtell Pride for a matching grant for the Playground Project
  • Purchased the stock from AWG for J&J Food Mart
  • Axtell Billboard along Hwy 36 – to promote Axtell and what our town has to offer 

Current Board Members

Kent Buessing President - Bill Buessing Vice President -

Sarah Shaughnessy, Joni Koch, Joe Werner, Kyle Winchell -

James Kroeger, Sherry Ronnebaum, Renee Gibson

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