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The Warrensburg R-VI School District Food Service Department received a $3,015 donation from the Secunda Club. This contribution will help reduce outstanding student meal balances and pay off meal debt for several graduating seniors. “Their generosity will make a meaningful difference for our students and families while helping seniors begin their next chapter without an unpaid meal balance,” the District said in a statement. “We are incredibly grateful to the Secunda Club for their kindness, generosity, and continued support of our students. Thank you for making such a positive impact on Warrensburg students and families.”
PHOTO: Secunda Club donates to help pay off student meal debt
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Registration open for Master Gardener course in Warrensburg
Registration is open for the University of Missouri Extension Master Gardener Fall 2026 course in Warrensburg.  The class runs from Aug. 25 to Nov. 17. The core training course is designed … more
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Warrensburg area crash reports for Aug. 6
Odessa man hurt in Johnson County accident An Odessa man, 20, suffered minor injuries at 11:50 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, in a Johnson County accident. According to a Missouri State Highway … more
Backward Glance for Aug. 6
This week’s Backward Glance begins with an entertaining story of a local man’s endeavor to make it home after a night of drinking in the 1870s, then moves on to a story about an increase in … more
Volunteers with Respect Missouri Voters collect signatures during the No Kings demonstration at the Missouri State Capitol in Jefferson City, Missouri, Oct. 18, 2025. Respect Missouri Voters is the intiative petition campaign for a constitutional amendment that would make it harder for the General Assembly to overturn citizen-led ballot measures.
Lawsuit seeks Missouri ballot spot for amendment limiting changes to voter-approved initiatives
A campaign seeking to make it harder for lawmakers to alter voter-approved initiatives sued Secretary of State Denny Hoskins on Thursday, asking a judge to overturn his decision blocking the proposed … more
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The Christian Women’s Fellowship from Warrensburg’s First Christian Church will host its annual Rummage Sale from Aug. 6-8 and Aug. 14-15.
Christian Women’s Fellowship to host annual Rummage Sale
WARRENSBURG – The Christian Women’s Fellowship from Warrensburg’s First Christian Church will host its annual Rummage Sale from Aug. 6-8 and Aug. 14-15.  Starting at 7 a.m. on … more
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Matthew Rey Obenza
Warrensburg man charged with child sex offense
A Warrensburg man is charged with statutory rape of a victim less than 12 years old.  Matthew Rey Obenza, 39, appeared in court for the first time Wednesday, Aug. 5, on charges that … more
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Western Missouri Medical Center has transitioned its Rehabilitation Services Department back to an in-house department, effective July 31.
WMMC transitions rehabilitation services back in-house
Western Missouri Medical Center (WMMC) is pleased to announce that its Rehabilitation Services Department has transitioned back to an in-house WMMC department effective July 31, 2026. As part of this … more
From 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, folks across Johnson County were given the opportunity to cast their ballots at various polling locations for the August Primary Election.
Johnson County poll workers bring community together during Primary
KINGSVILLE – For Jesse Maddux, Tuesday, Aug. 4 was just like any other election day.  The poll judge supervisor woke before dawn and headed to the Elm Spring Baptist Church where he and … more
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Brandon Phelps
Phelps wins District 54 Republican Primary
WARRENSBURG – Incumbent Brandon Phelps won the Republican primary for District 54 of the Missouri House of Representatives on Tuesday, Aug. 4, where he captured 83.56% of the vote. According … more
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Rick Brattin
Brattin picked for 5th Congressional District GOP nomination
Rick Brattin, who represents Johnson County and the Missouri State Senate’s 31st District, earned the Republican nomination for the Missouri 5th Congressional District in the Tuesday, Aug. 4, … more
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Scott Charton, spokesman for Missourians for Fair Taxation and Missourians for Fair Governance, says voter rejection "buried" Amendments 4 and 5 on Tuesday during an election night celebration in Jefferson City.
Missouri voters reject income tax phaseout, initiative petition changes
Missouri voters resoundingly rejected major Republican priorities on Tuesday as proposals to eliminate the income tax and change the way initiative petition majorities are counted lost by large … more
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Missouri Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick speaks to reporters about a critical report of the Secretary of State’s office on Jan. 23, 2024.
State Auditor Fitzpatrick cruises to nomination for second term in low-key primary
Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick easily won renomination Tuesday as the Republican candidate for a second term, taking more than 80% of the vote against Jerry Wistrand of Oak Grove. The … more
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Live Results: 2026 Johnson County Primary Election
Polls close at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4. Below are the results of contested races in the Aug. 4 Primary Election, according to unofficial results from the Johnson County Clerk’s Office.  … more
Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins on Tuesday said two measures proposed by petition, to force a referendum on a congressional map and to hold a vote on changes to the initiative process, are unconstitutional and will not be on the November ballot.
Missouri redistricting referendum blocked by secretary of state, drawing lawsuit
Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins blocked a public vote on the state’s new congressional map Tuesday, declaring a referendum petition unconstitutional a few hours before polls closed in the … more
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Warrensburg area crash reports for Aug. 5
Smithton teen seriously injured in Pettis County crash A Smithton man, 16, suffered serious injuries at 2:10 p.m. Monday, Aug. 3,  in a Pettis County accident. According to a Missouri … more
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CMCCU launches “CU” Back to School Campaign with prizes for local teachers
 CMCCU has announced the launch of its annual back-to-school community initiative, titled “CU” Back to School . The educator appreciation campaign invites community members to nominate … more
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Reminders for the August 4 Primary Election  
Precinct Hours: 6 a.m. - 7 p.m. Where do I vote? Warrensburg SE-1/Montserrat – Elks Lodge # 673 - 822 E. Young Ave. Warrensburg SE-2/Warrensburg NE - Grover Park Baptist Church … more
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Next Warrensburg Fire, Police Blood Drive scheduled
The next Warrensburg Fire and Police Blood Drive will be held Friday, Aug. 7. The blood drive comes in the midst of a blood emergency. According to the Community Blood Center, the blood … more
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RoundUp board members present Warrensburg Parks and Recreation representatives with a grant for a sensory garden trail. (L-r) RoundUp board member Patty Raker, WPR Recreation Superintendent Carrie Battles, RoundUp board member Melissa Luebbert, WPR Assistant Director Tony Albertina and RoundUp President Amy Hoover.
West Central Electric RoundUp Foundation awards third-quarter grants
 The third-quarter 2026 RoundUp grants were recently presented to area groups and organizations to help fund important projects. The following awards were presented:  The Crest Ridge … more
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