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Volunteers ensure 4-H youths are 'Beyond Ready'

Missouri 4-H recognizes the dedication of more than 5,700 volunteers who invest their time and energy to mentor and guide young people. “Missouri 4-H volunteers are the heart of our … more

4/24/25

MDC says it’s best to leave wildlife wild

Spring brings a variety of newborn animals that may look to be abandoned, but Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Protection Regional Supervisor Russell Duckworth says that’s … more

4/24/25

Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Suzanne Taylor, third from left, and Chamber Board Chairman Max Ridenhour, right of Taylor, pose for a photo alongside the update breakfast speakers following the event on Wednesday, April 23, at the Matthews-Crawford American Legion Post 131.

Warrensburg leaders speak at Community Update Breakfast

WARRENSBURG - The Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce held its annual Community Update Breakfast on Wednesday, April 23, at the Matthews-Crawford American Legion Post 131. The Chamber invited … more

By Zach Bott, zachb@warrensburgstarjournal.com | 4/24/25

A Missouri-issued REAL ID-compliant driver license or ID card will have a star in the upper right-hand corner.

Real ID deadline approaching

The federal REAL ID enforcement deadline of May 7, 2025, is less than two weeks away. The Missouri Department of Revenue encourages Missouri residents to verify their driver license or identification … more

4/23/25

The Warrensburg Community Chorus rehearses selections for its spring concert, “Let Music Live,” on Tuesday, April 22, at the Community of Christ Church in Warrensburg. The concert will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 27, at the church.

Warrensburg Community Chorus to present ‘Let Music Live’

WARRENSBURG - The Warrensburg Community Chorus is excited to present its spring concert, “Let Music Live,” at 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 27, at the Community of Christ Church at 700 S … more

By Zach Bott, zachb@warrensburgstarjournal.com | 4/23/25

The Warrensburg Crossroads Seventh-day Adventist Church community garden sits in the sunlight on Tuesday, April 15. The garden was built last year and is now open for communal use.

Warrensburg Crossroads Seventh-day Adventist Church welcomes all to its community garden

CENTERVIEW — The Warrensburg Crossroads Seventh-day Adventist Church, 101 NW 501st Road, is opening up its gardening space this spring for community members looking to grow crops. … more

By Zach Bott, zachb@warrensburgstarjournal.com | 4/21/25

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. … more

By Zach Bott, zachb@warrensburgstarjournal.com | 4/21/25

On Saturday, April 19, Northwest District MOSSARR Color Guard members present the Colors during the Liberty Tree Planting Ceremony at Hopewell Baptist Church. Initially slated for Hopewell Cemetery, SAR brought the ceremony inside the church due to inclement weather.

Martin Warren Chapter SAR hosts Liberty Tree Planting Celebration

SEDALIA — Honoring the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington and Concord, the Sons of the American Revolution hosted a Liberty Tree Ceremony on Saturday, April 19, at Hopewell Baptist … more

By Faith Bemiss-McKinney faithb@sedaliademocrat.com | 4/21/25

Crash Reports for April 22

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. … more

4/21/25

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 … more

4/21/25

Community Calendar for April 22 through April 28

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. … more

4/21/25

Ben Franklin, Knob Noster, has been selected as the Featured Artist for the 2025 Mid-Missouri Artists Fine Arts Show.

Ben Franklin named featured artist for MMA Fine Arts Show

Mid-Missouri Artists announces the Featured Artist for the 2025 Fine Arts Show May 3-4 held in the Warrensburg Community Center, 445 E. Gay. As the Featured Artist Ben Franklin will … more

4/21/25

Taylor honored with Missouri 4-H Volunteer Leadership Award

Celebrating National Volunteer Week, the Missouri 4-H Foundation presents Michelle Taylor with the 2025 Naomi Crouch 4-H Volunteer Leadership Award. Taylor is recognized for more than 19 years of … more

4/21/25

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, … more

4/21/25

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 … more

4/21/25

UCM graduate student Kruthiik Majeti, far right, his fellow young quality professional panelists and the panel moderator are seen at the Collaboration on Quality in the Space and Defense Industries (CQSDI) Forum.

UCM student shares insights as Young Quality Professional at National Aerospace Forum

Attendees at the 32nd annual Collaboration on Quality in the Space and Defense Industries (CQSDI) Forum heard from a University of Central Missouri (UCM) graduate student who spoke about his … more

4/21/25

KMOS commemorates end of Vietnam War with new documentary

“Manchu: A Brotherhood of Sacrifice,” premieres on KMOS-PBS channel 6.1 April 29 at 7 p.m. and on the PBS App. This film by Matt Wilcox recounts the story of the Manchus (U.S. Army 4th … more

4/21/25

Warrensburg High School students practice their interviewing skills with local industry professionals as part of the Warrensburg Area Career Center’s annual Interview Day on Thursday, April 17, at the Matthews-Crawford American Legion Post 131. Students were tasked with dressing up, creating a resume, applying for a fake job and conducting themselves in a professional manner.

PHOTOS: Warrensburg High School students participate in Interview Day

4/18/25

Crash Reports for April 18

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 … more

4/18/25

Following years of feedback, planning and persistence, UCM has received approval from the U.S. Department of Education to officially expand THRIVE into a four-year comprehensive transition and postsecondary (CTP) program.

UCM’s THRIVE program expands to four years

Since 2010, the THRIVE program at the University of Central Missouri (UCM) has offered students with intellectual and developmental disabilities a unique and supportive college experience—one … more

4/17/25

UCM Gallery of Art & Design to present ‘Protruding Pigments’

Missouri adds new paperwork requirements to food assistance as federal penalties loom

Backward Glance for Oct. 2

Johnson County Christmas Cheer launches fourth year of holiday assistance