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Warrensburg senior Carter Johnson lines a bunt against Oak Grove on Tuesday, April 29, at the Warrensburg Activities Complex.
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Ninth inning pushes Warrensburg baseball over Oak Grove

Warrensburg City Council approves fire department mutual aid ordinance

WARRENSBURG — The Warrensburg City Council approved four ordinances at its meeting on Monday, April 28, including a mutual aid agreement with the Higginsville Fire Protection District and a …
Jett Jewell, left, and his grandmother Roberta “Bobbe” Anson, right, pose for a photo in front of their model train set depicting the town of Colleville-sur-Mer, France, on Thursday, April 24, in Anson’s garage in Warrensburg.

Warrensburg grandma, grandson construct model train set

WARRENSBURG - June 6, 1944, better known as D-Day, was the day when Allied forces invaded Normandy, France, and is seen as one of the first of many turning points in World War II.  Over …
Moonlight Market shoppers walk up and down West Market Street on Saturday, April 24, in downtown Warrensburg. The Moonlight Market served as a precursor to the annual farmer’s market, which begins at 8 a.m. on Saturday, May 3.

Photos: Warrensburg Farmers' Market season kicks off with annual Moonlight Market

Police Reports for April 29

Dylan R. Thibeault, 29, was arrested on March 24 for private peace disturbance, resisting and drug paraphernalia. Officers were dispatched to the Western Missouri Medical Center for an assault …

Crash Reports for April 29

Driver hurt in single-vehicle accident A 66-year-old female from Centerview suffered minor injuries in a single-vehicle accident at 10:22 p.m. Friday, April 25, in Johnson County.  …

Local Briefs for April 29

FFA Students participate in FFA Convention FFA students from around the region participated in the Missouri FFA Convention between Wednesday, April 23, and Friday, April 25, in Columbia.  …

Community Calendar for April 29 through May 5

To have your event or meeting listed or changed, send details to news@warrensburgstarjournal.com or call 660-747-8123. Alcoholics Anonymous meetings hosted five days a week at 300 W. Second St. …
From left, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Tim Crowley, Byler Award recipient Dr. Yuankun Yao and President Roger Best.

Byler Faculty Award recognizes Yao’s commitment to education

WARRENSBURG — Recognized for his dedication as a leader, collaborator and educator, Yuankun Yao, Ph.D., is the recipient of the 2025 Byler Distinguished Faculty Award at the University of …

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Muleskinner collects Missouri College Media Association honors

The Spring 2025 Missouri College Media Convention took place on Saturday, April 12, 2025 , at the University of Central Missouri (UCM) in Warrensburg. This event included an awards ceremony hosted by …
Warrensburg Mayor Pro-Tem Eddie Osborne, left, reads a city proclamation declaring the day as Arbor Day in front of members of Warrensburg’s Parks and Recreation on Friday, April 25, at the Warrensburg Community Center

City of Warrensburg celebrates Arbor Day

WARRENSBURG - The City of Warrensburg took time on Friday, April 25, to honor and celebrate Arbor Day and its impact on the community.  Warrensburg Mayor Pro-Tem Eddie Osborne read and …

Man arrested in Warrensburg for promotion, possession of child pornography

Joseph E. Collins, 21, of Blue Springs, was arrested in Warrensburg on Wednesday, April 23, for possession of child pornography and promoting child pornography.  The case began in March …

Douglas Fiore named Dean of UCM College of Education

The University of Central Missouri (UCM) has announced the appointment of Douglas Fiore as dean of the  College of Education . He will assume the role effective July 1, 2025. Fiore, who …

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Derritt receives invitation to New York Giants Rookie Minicamp

A Warrensburg native has earned a shot to showcase himself to an NFL organization.  The University of Kansas announced defensive tackle Javier Derritt has received an invitation to the New …
Warrensburg boys tennis went undefeated in the MRVC Tournament on Tuesday, April 29, in Odessa. The tournament title goes along with their regular season MRVC West title.

Warrensburg boys tennis wins MRVC Tournament

Warrensburg boys tennis won the MRVC Tournament, claiming first-place finishes in all four brackets on Tuesday, April 29, at Odessa High School.  Top-seeded junior Noah Blum won the No. 1 …

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Moonlit Petrichor celebrates new location and 5th anniversary of business

Warrensburg community members huddle together and pose for a photo during the ribbon cutting ceremony for Moonlit Petrichor's fifth anniversary and new location on Tuesday, April 1, at 114 W. Gay Street in Warrensburg.
WARRENSBURG —  Moonlit Petrichor is getting comfortable with its new digs at 114 W. Gay Street, as the business moved into its new home to sell its soaps, candles and more.

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Representatives of B&B Theatres and Warrensburg Chamber members gather for the ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, March 27, at the B&B Theatres in Warrensburg.

B&B Theatres opens its doors, welcomes Warrensburg movie enthusiasts

WARRENSBURG — Local moviegoers don’t have to fret about missing the latest hit flicks anymore after B&B Theatres opened its doors with a ribbon-cutting ceremony sponsored by the Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, March 27. 
The PCMR storefront was formerly at 107 E Culton St. and closed on Friday, January 31. It opened in 2022 and would have celebrated its third anniversary in April.  

PCMR transitioning to IT business service

WARRENSBURG - After over two and a half years in downtown Warrensburg, PCMR announced the closure of its downtown office at 107 E. Culton Street, as the company shifts towards 100 percent remote operations and focuses on business IT services.
Birdies & Brews owner Brandon McQuillen poses for a photo behind a bar on Tuesday, Feb. 4, at 1125 N Simpson Dr. Suite I in Warrensburg. McQuillen first took interest in golf simulators last year and decided to open his own. 

Birdies & Brews helps Warrensburg golfers avoid weather and improve their game

WARRENSBURG - Golf in West Central Missouri is a hobby for some and a way of life for others.
Tractor Supply Co. celebrated the grand opening of its Warrensburg location Saturday, Jan. 4. Construction began for the store in June.

Warrensburg Tractor Supply to host pet tasting event

Tractor Supply Company is hosting a pet treat tasting event here in Warrensburg. Planned for Feb. 7, 2025, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m., this event will give pets the chance to sample a variety of pet treats available at Tractor Supply Company.
PLAYERS Restaurant and Lounge owner Leo Kostas holds a whiskey bottle that congrats him on 40 years of business on Sunday, Feb. 2, at the restaurant's 40th anniversary party. 

PLAYERS Restaurant and Lounge celebrates its 40th anniversary

WARRENSBURG - A month after its official 40th anniversary in Warrensburg, PLAYERS Restaurant and Lounge finally had the opportunity to celebrate the occasion with family, friends, former employees and community members on Sunday, Feb. 2, in the restaurant’s banquet hall.
Police & Crash Reports
Two suffer minor injuries in collision  A 41-year-old male from Lee’s Summit and a 68-year-old woman from WIlliamsburg, Kansas, were injured in a Johnson County accident at 3:05 p.m. …
One hurt in three-car accident A 16-year-old male suffered minor injuries in a three-car accident at 5:13 p.m. Tuesday, April 15 in Johnson County.  According to the Missouri State …
Reilly L. Young, 18, was arrested on March 17 for domestic assault. Officers were dispatched to the 200 block of South Mitchell Street. A male subject reported that Young had headbutted him. Young was arrested and transported to the Warrensburg Police Department, where he was processed and released.
Cole Camp man injured in Johnson County rollover

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From left, Warrensburg High School student council students Maddie Meldrem, Mattie Derritt and Marissa Kennish pose for a photo with Survival House Executive Director Alisa White after presenting her with the $3,785 check raised by the student council.

Warrensburg High School student council donates $3,785 to Survival House

WARRENSBURG - As part of its 2025 “Rivals for a Reason” school fundraiser, the Warrensburg High School student council donated $3,785 to the Survival House domestic abuse center.  …

Recycled fashion show, community cleanups to highlight earth week activities at UCM

Spring is finally here, and the University of Central Missouri (UCM) has a number of events planned to celebrate Earth Week.  The week will kick off with the opportunity to enter the …
Alyssa Robertson, left, and Marie Hall are the 2025 Charno Award recipients.

UCM Seniors Hall, Robertson honored with 2025 Charno Award

Recognized for their academic excellence and strong community involvement, University of Central Missouri (UCM) seniors Marie Hall and Alyssa Robertson are the recipients of the 2025 Charno Award, …

West Central Electric Cooperative awards scholarships to area seniors

West Central Electric Cooperative has announced the 23 area high school seniors who have been named recipients of a West Central Electric Cooperative Scholarship. Winners of a $1,000 scholarship …

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Angela Palmer

Building connections for Earth Week

UCM’s Earth Week is wrapping up, and CEA is honored to have participated.  We decided to take a more action-oriented approach this year and planned several interactive events for our …
Gwen Rockwood

How to stop an anxiety spiral

A windsock shaped like a hot air balloon with a spiral tail is suspended above our backyard deck. When the wind blows, the balloon spins, and the spiral twirls below it, catching my eye when I walk …
Bennet Bodenstein

Diving into the Rosé variety

Among the first signs of the approaching warm weather seasons are the appearance of the rosé wines on dealers' shelves.  Let us begin by exploring any misconceptions concerning the …

A study of Resurrection

The Western Christian church just celebrated Easter Sunday which is the highest Sunday of the year.  On that day we tell the story of Jesus’ death and resurrection, and we look forward to …
Gwen Rockwood

Checking on the class of 2025

In 1995, I got my first job after college from a "help wanted" ad posted in a newspaper's classified ads. (Remember those?) The headline on the ad said they were looking for an "aspiring journalist" …

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LETTER: SAVE Act a cause for concern

Dear Editor,  The House of Representative recently passed the SAVE Act. In essence, the bill (H.R. 22 – SAVE Act) will disenfranchise millions of people, such as women, trans people, …

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