Lone Jack, in Jackson County, Missouri, was laid out in 1841, and named for the single black jack tree that served as a local landmark. The area was first settled in shortly after the Osage were removed from the lands in 1825. David Butterfield built a cabin in the area between Lone Jack and Greenwood in 1827, while Isaac Dunaway took a claim just southeast of the current location of Lone Jack in 1829, but the first home built in Lone Jack itself was constructed by James Bridges in 1832. A post office was established in 1839. In August 15 and 16, 1862, the Battle of Lone Jack began when Union Major Emory S. Foster led a 740 man force from Lexington to Lone Jack, while other Union forces were sent from Kansas under General James G. Blunt, and from Missouri under General Fitz Henry Warren, in order to put down a recruitment campaign by the Confederate regulars and the pro-Confederate Missouri State Guard, who were in Lone Jack when Foster’s troops arrived. Foster was able to disperse 800 or so Southern troops in Lone Jack, but his firing of cannon during the skirmish alerted Colonel Vard Cockrell and other Confederate commands in the area. Cockrell consulted with Colonel Upton Hays, Lt. Colonel Sidney D. Jackman, and Colonel DeWitt C. Hunter The following morning, as Foster’s Union troops were resting in Lone Jack, coordinating an assault upon Union troops in Lone Jack from all sides at sunrise. Although Foster’s troops were alerted to the attack, ruining the planned surprise, the battle was an easy Confederate victory. Today, Lone Jack is accessed primarily through US Highway 50. Cockrell is east of Lone Jack, Elm is to the west, and Pleasant Hill is to the southwest. The Blue and Gray Park Reserve and the Lone Jack Wildlife Area are to the northwest.
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Meeting at their facilities on North Bynum, the Lone Jack, Missouri congregation is a non-denominational church. A calendar of events, Sunday and Wednesday service schedules, photographs, contacts, and office hours are posted to the site.
http://www.cocatlonejack.org/
An overview of the community and municipal government is presented by the official city web site. Council agendas and minutes, code of ordinances, solicitor information, and the policies for the use of the Civic Center are put forward, along with administrative and departmental contacts and an introduction to the city’s elected officials, boards and committees.
http://www.lonejackmo.org/
Located on Hendricks Road, in Lone Jack, Missouri, the store’s hours of operation, holiday hours, contacts, and an overview of its products are featured.
http://www.lonejackrusticdecor.com/
Serving Methodists in Lone Jack, Missouri, the UMC congregation meets at its facilities on Hunter Lane. A schedule of Sunday services, Bible studies, classes and events are put forward, and a pastor’s page, weekly newsletter, and office hours are included.
http://www.hope4lonejack.org/
Lone Jack Athletic Association
LJAA is an independent, non-profit youth organization managed by volunteer adults, with membership open to all residents of the Lone Jack, Missouri community, administrating youth sports programs that include baseball, basketball, cheerleading, football, softball, t-ball, volleyball, and wrestling. Registration policies, game and practice schedules, registration data, and contacts are discussed.
http://www.ljathletic.com/
A map and directions to the church on South Bynum Road in Lone Jack, Missouri are offered, and information about what to expect from the church, its doctrinal beliefs, ministry opportunities, and programs of the church are included, with schedules, a calendar of events, and pastoral contacts.
http://www.lonejackbaptist.org/
The public school district in Lone Jack, Missouri offers a PK-12th grade curriculum through a pre-school, elementary school, and high school, each of which are highlighted here, along with the school board, superintendent, and departmental contacts. A district calendar, school schedules, menus, and a parent portal are included.
http://www.lonejackc6.net/
Affiliated with the Disciples of Christ, the church is located on Lee’s Summit Road in West Lone Jack, Missouri. Sunday schedules, a calendar of events, office hours and contacts are given, along with an overview of its mission and goals, ministries, and activities.
http://www.lonejackchristianchurch.com/
Lone Jack Fire Protection District
Headquartered in Lone Jack, Missouri, the organization was first established as a volunteer fire department in 1954, becoming a tax-supported fire district in 1975. Its mission, organizational structure, personnel, training programs, apparatus, and employment opportunities are presented.
http://www.lonejackfire.org/
LJHS is a not-for-profit organization that operates the Lone Jack Civil War Museum, hosts educational programs, and takes part in other projects, such as the restoration of the Cave Hotel. Its site offers an account of the Battle of Lone Jack, a history of the community, and other programs, which are highlighted here.
http://www.historiclonejack.org/
Family owned and operated, the Lone Jack, Missouri facility offers an indoor and outdoor arena, which may be available for rental, as well as horse boarding services. Its basic package, available add-on options, wedding policies, and a calendar of events are featured.
http://ransomedheartranch.com/
