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Missouri budget director Dan Haug said Tuesday that a calculation error is why the state general revenue balance was originally projected to be $4.7 million in fiscal 2027. He is shown speaking during the 2024 legislative session to the House Budget Committee
Missouri discovers $250M budget mistake, but officials warn spending squeeze remains
Missouri’s budget picture brightened slightly this week with the discovery of a $250 million error in state projections, though lawmakers were warned Tuesday the change isn’t enough to take tight … more
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Christine McDonald, right, testifies before the Missouri House Committee on Children and Families in Jefferson City on Jan. 16, 2026
Missouri lawmakers signal bipartisan support for bills to curb child sexual abuse
Missouri lawmakers are considering a package of bills they hope will curb child sex trafficking, train first responders to recognize signs of sex trafficking and shift punishment away from survivors. … more
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State Sen. Brad Hudson, pictured speaking during special session Sept. 12, 2025, is proposing an expansion to the MOScholars program that would “significantly increase the amount of funding needed for the program," according to the bill's fiscal note. His bill is the first to be heard at the committee level proposing changes to MOScholars.
Proposals to expand Missouri private school voucher program meet tight budget
Missouri lawmakers are considering expanding the state’s private school voucher program with proposals to open eligibility and remove demands on private schools who accept voucher funds. But … more
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Tony Albertina stepped into his role as the new assistant director of Warrensburg Parks and Recreation back in December. Since then, he’s immersed himself in the community, aiming to soak up everything Warrensburg has to offer.
New assistant director of parks and recreation makes his mark in Warrensburg
WARRENSBURG – When asked what his favorite hobbies are, Tony Albertina is quick to tell people that he enjoys most anything outdoors.  Scuba diving off the coast of Honduras, catching a … more
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Silver dollars like these at Family Pawn are increasing in price daily as precious metal prices rise. Gold and silver are often used to hedge investments.
Gold, silver flying off pawn shop shelves as prices hit record levels
SEDALIA — Gold has doubled in price in less than two years and already surged 8% since the beginning of this year, according to the Financial Times.  The article suggested investors … more
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Warrensburg area police reports for Jan. 20
Kyle J. Henderson, 26, was arrested Dec. 22, for forgery in the 700 block of North Maguire Street after officers were dispatched in reference to fraudulent activity. A business reported that a known … more
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Warrensburg area crash reports for Jan. 20
Kansas man hurt in Johnson County accident A Lenexa, Kansas man, 43, suffered minor injuries at 9:55 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 18, in a Johnson County accident. According to a Missouri State … more
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Community Calendar for Jan. 20 through Jan. 26
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
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MDC reports final deer harvest for season
Missouri's 2025-2026 deer-hunting season ended Jan. 15 with the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reporting a preliminary total deer harvest for the season of 301,954. Of the deer harvested, … more
Ron Elling from Concordia presents a $5,000 check to Dr. Aaron Rupp for the Western Missouri Medical Center Foundation to be used toward the major purchase of updated medical equipment. Rupp has been Elling’s doctor for two knee replacements and one shoulder replacement. Elling’s wife, Judy, has also donated in the past to the Foundation.
PHOTO: Elling makes donation to WMMC Foundation
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UCM to honor Dr. King’s legacy with Freedom Scholarship Banquet, volunteer opportunities
Numerous activities are planned in January to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as part of the University of Central Missouri’s (UCM) 2026 MLK Celebration, with the theme “From Dream … more
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Scout early and often for corn leafhopper in 2026
University of Missouri Extension in-field research in 2025 cornfields showed less damage from corn leafhopper than in 2024. MU Extension state crops and forage entomologist Ivair Valmorbida is … more
Mid-Missouri Artists 2026 officers were installed in December. From left are Angie Lankford, secretary; Allena Yates, first vice president; Sandra Carlson, second vice president; Janie Lankford, president; and Bill Wayne, treasurer.
Mid-Missouri Artists begins 2026 activities
Officers for Mid-Missouri Artists for 2026 were installed at the December Christmas party:  President, Janie Lankford; First Vice President, Allena Yates; Second Vice President, Sandra Carlson, … more
The Planned Parenthood Great Plains office in Overland Park, Kansas, is pictured in June 2024.
Abortion safety takes center stage as Missouri trial enters second week
KANSAS CITY — Roughly 1% of the more than 53,000 Missourians who received abortions over the last 10 years in Illinois and Kansas experienced complications, ranging from infection to incomplete … more
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One of Gwendolyn's costumes worn by Rae Weber (left), and one of Algernon's costumes worn by Cal Klaus. Both will be featured in ACTF's costume parade.
University of Central Missouri professor’s designs selected for regional college theater festival costume parade
WARRENSBURG – A University of Central Missouri theatre professor will have five designs showcased at this month’s Region V Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival Costume Parade.  … more
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Man accused of stealing firearm from Warrensburg business
A Warrensburg man faces a felony stealing charge after he allegedly stole a handgun from a Warrensburg business on Thursday, Jan. 15. According to court documents , officers were dispatched to … more
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VIDEO: Who, What, When, Warrensburg for Jan. 16
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State Rep. Darin Chappell of Rogersville speaks in March 2024 during Missouri House debate
Republicans push to put Medicaid work requirements into Missouri constitution
A plan to add Medicaid work requirements to the state Constitution was debated by a Missouri House committee this week, with Republican lawmakers hoping to put the issue before voters later this … more
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State Rep. Brenda Shields, pictured presenting her child care tax credit legislation in a January 2024 House hearing, is hoping to expand gifted education in a bill heard by the House Education committee Thursday. Shields, a Republican from St. Joseph, estimates that 20,000 gifted students in Missouri are not receiving specialized classes to meet their needs .
Missouri lawmakers seek to improve gifted education in public schools
More Missouri public school students could receive gifted education under two proposals debated by the House Education Committee Thursday. State Rep. Brenda Shields, a Republican from St. … more
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Andrew Mullins, executive director of the Missouri Cannabis Trade Association, speaks with industry members during the association’s annual lobby day on March 11 at the state Capito
Missouri cannabis advocates celebrate clarification on medical patients’ rights
Missouri cannabis regulators have changed their guidance on whether or not medical marijuana patients can purchase from licensed dispensaries as a regular consumer, following complaints over the last … more
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