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At least seven marijuana cultivation facilities in Missouri have been fined over the last year for breaking what’s known in the industry as the “immaculate conception rule.”
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By Rebecca Rivas
Missouri Independent
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1/26/26
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The latest version of a proposal meant to implement the governor’s income tax cut could also trigger a first for Missouri: sales taxes on gasoline and diesel, a result the bill’s …
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By Rudi Keller
Missouri Independent
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1/26/26
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A trailer park bordering Whiteman Air Force Base is facing state cancellation after its owners failed to meet Missouri’s basic business requirements.
Missouri Secretary of State Denny …
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By Star-Journal Staff
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1/25/26
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The Warrensburg R-VI School District has named Sarah Hanrahan as the next Assistant Principal of Ridge View Elementary for the 2026–2027 school year.
Ridge View holds a special place in Mrs. …
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1/24/26
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The University of Central Missouri commemorated the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s enduring legacy by showcasing art and awarding scholarships at the annual MLK Freedom Scholarship Banquet on Tuesday, …
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1/24/26
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WARRENSBURG – As Warrensburg braces for the first winter storm warning of the year, local businesses are working hard to ensure their customers and employees are prepared.
From frigid …
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By Hasina Shah
hasina.shah@warrensburgstarjournal.com
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1/23/26
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WARRENSBURG – The University of Central Missouri kicked off its annual Days of Service Events as part of its Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on Thursday, Jan. 22.
With this year’s …
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By Hasina Shah hasina.shah@warrensburgstarjournal.com
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1/23/26
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WARRENSBURG– The Warrensburg Fire Department and Warrensburg Police Department is hosting its annual blood drive on Friday, Jan. 30.
From 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., community members can stop by …
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By Star-Journal Staff
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1/22/26
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WARRENSBURG – By definition, Vernon Elsberry is an environmentalist – a “person who is focused on the preservation, restoration and improvement of the natural environment,” according to …
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By Hasina Shah hasina.shah@warrensburgstarjournal.com
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1/22/26
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WARRENSBURG – With the first intense bout of winter weather forecasted to hit the county this weekend, the Johnson County Emergency Management Agency is making its preparations to ensure the …
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By Hasina Shah hasina.shah@warrensburgstarjournal.com
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1/22/26
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Changes to the organization that oversees high school athletics in Missouri are a top priority of state lawmakers this year, following allegations of discrimination under investigation by Attorney …
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By Annelise Hanshaw
Missouri Independent
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1/22/26
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Baby bottles, baby wipes and breast pump supplies would be exempt from state and local sales taxes under a bill discussed by a Missouri Senate committee Wednesday.
The bill , sponsored by …
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By Steph Quinn
Missouri Independent
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1/22/26
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The push to allow Waymo driverless taxis to operate in Missouri cleared its first hurdle Tuesday evening.
The House Emerging Issues committee voted 7-4 Tuesday, along partisan lines, to …
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By Rebecca Rivas
Missouri Independent
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1/22/26
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Warrensburg Area Amateur Radio Club will be participating in Winter Field Day 2026 from 10 a.m. Jan. 24 through 4 p.m. Jan. 25.
This is an opportunity for newcomers to ham radio and experienced …
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1/22/26
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This week's Backward Glance begins with a 1910 fantasy about the future of personal hovercrafts, moves on to an update about ongoing road construction around the area in the 1920s, outlays how the …
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1/22/26
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LA MONTE – The La Monte R-IV Board of Education announced the hiring of its new superintendent of schools on Wednesday, Jan. 21.
According to a Facebook post by the district, Secondary …
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By Star-Journal Staff
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1/21/26
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The first round of significant winter weather of 2026 is expected to hit the area this weekend.
The National Weather Service in Pleasant Hill has issued a Winter Storm Watch for Johnson …
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By Star-Journal Staff
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1/21/26
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WARRENSBURG – The Warrensburg R-VI Board of Education reviewed its quarterly Comprehensive School Improvement Plan at its Tuesday, Jan. 20 meeting.
Presented by Superintendent Steve …
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By Hasina Shah hasina.shah@warrensburgstarjournal.com
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1/21/26
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WARRENSBURG – The University of Central Missouri announced several staff changes within departments under the Office of General Counsel.
According to a university statement, Petko Yankov has …
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By Star-Journal Staff
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1/21/26
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