Kingsville senior Laci Collens signed her letter of intent to play basketball at Calvary University on Thursday, April 25, at Kingsville High School.

Collens signs with Calvary University women’s basketball

KINGSVILLE — Laci Collens was first approached by Calvary University women’s basketball head coach Robby Bollinger during the William D. Gordon Holiday Classic her sophomore year.

From right, Dr. Amy Kiger, Kourtney Dutton, Dr. Crissy Hall (UCM), City Manager Danielle Dulin, Fire Chief Ken Jennings, Capt. Dan Othic (UCM), and City Clerk Jodi Schneider pose for a picture sporting Naloxone kits.

City of Warrensburg and UCM partner to provide Naloxone on campus

WARRENSBURG – With opioid overdoses becoming more common in today’s world, the City of Warrensburg and the University of Central Missouri have decided to take action, partnering together to provide Naloxone across the school’s campus.

Shelby, portrayed by Arianna Wood, gets her hair done by salon owner Truvy, played by Gavin Clifton, as they chat with Clairee, played by Addi Carr, in the background during rehearsal Monday night, April 22 for the Warrensburg High School production of “Steel Magnolias.”

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Warrensburg High School to present 'Steel Magnolias'

WARRENSBURG — Warrensburg High School students will be bringing a classic 1980s film to the theatre stage this week with their production of “Steel Magnolias.”

Front row from left: Suri Hunt, Daniel Steingsesser, Reece Sanders, Kurtis Voegeli, Nathan Michaels, Erin Macauley, Kaitlyn Phillips and Harper Griffiths. Second row: Lucy Ridenhour, Allis Snell, Reba Cornelius, Angela Meschkat, Grace Binder, Callie Miranda and Halle Delaney. Third row: Matthew Brunner, Carsten McCormick, Ayden Long, Kasen Carey, Angelina Chen, team sponsor Jessica Crowder and team sponsor Lori Bell. Back row: Travis King, Ryan Wong, Ryleigh Landes, Joely Lillard, Alayna Bruner and team sponsor Stephanie Othic. Not pictured: Gunner Courtois, Addison Parker, Luke Quick and Tori Schmidt.

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Warrensburg Middle School Math Team participates in Central District contest

The Warrensburg Middle School Math Team participated in the Central District Math Association math contest on Saturday, April 6 at WMS.

The University of Central Missouri Concert Choir poses for a photo after its second performance of the tour in St. John's Church in Riga, Latvia. Dr. Jackson Thomas said working with the University of Latvia choir during the performance was the most enriching experience he and his students had.

UCM Concert Choir takes to the Baltic States

WARRENSBURG — Earlier this year, the University of Central Missouri Concert Choir had the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to travel to Europe to perform in the Baltic States of Estonia, Lithuania, and Latvia.

From left, Johnson County Central Dispatch Network and Systems Administrator Stephen Ewing, TUSA Consulting Services Radio Consultant Alan Talkington, and JCCD Executive Director Kimberly Jennings pose for a photo at the tower site on Tuesday, April 16.

Johnson County Central Dispatch breaks ground on Warrensburg Tower

WARRENSBURG – Last week, the Johnson County Central Dispatch took its first steps in the overhaul of its older radio system with a groundbreaking ceremony for the Warrensburg Tower on Tuesday, April 16.

Local Briefs April 26

Kindergarten registration open for Ridge View, Maple Grove

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Muleskinner honored with Best in State award by Missouri College Media Association

The University of Central Missouri student news outlet, The Muleskinner, received the Best In State Cup award during the Missouri College Media Association (MCMA) and Missouri Broadcast Educators Association’s (MBEA) Convention on April 6 at Kansas City’s Crown Center.

Liberty Center planning for year full of concerts

SEDALIA — The Liberty Center Association Concert Committee is planning a stellar year with several concerts and entertainment offerings on the horizon.

Warrensburg Farmers' Market preparing for 2024 season

A true sign that summer is on its way, the Warrensburg Farmers’ Market will host its annual Moonlight Market on Saturday, April 27, followed by the first Saturday of the regular season on Saturday, May 4.

Held back by a leash, a miniature Schnauzer looks toward the front of the festival for other furry friends on Saturday, April 20, at Old Drum Animal Shelter.

Old Drum Animal Shelter hosts Barks & Beats festival

WARRENSBURG – Warrensburg dog lovers all gathered Saturday, April 20 at the Old Drum Animal Shelter to celebrate its Barks and Beats festival that sought to raise awareness and funds for future endeavors at the shelter.

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Sold out Beer, Wine, & Spirit Stroll takes over Downtown Warrensburg

Missouri’s senior property tax freeze still dogged by unanswered questions

Ridge View students visit Johnson County Historical Society

Local Briefs April 23

Community Calendar For April 23 through April 29

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Leeton adding volleyball, will co-op in football with Knob Noster

Leeton will add high school volleyball and football to its available sports beginning in fall 2024.

Warrensburg girls soccer beats Belton

Warrensburg girls soccer beat Belton 1-0 on Wednesday, April 24, at Belton High School. The Tigers (6-9) scored off a goal from sophomore Brenn Jones, who put the ball into the net off a …

No. 12 Jennies golf repeats as MIAA Tournament champions

No. 12 ranked Central Missouri women’s golf secured its second-consecutive MIAA Tournament championship …
Crest Ridge baseball beats Concordia in I-70 third-place game

CONCORDIA — A pattern developed for Crest Ridge baseball over the course of the I-70 Conference …
Warrensburg boys tennis finishes unbeaten regular season

Warrensburg boys tennis topped a perfect regular season duals schedule with a 7-2 win against Marshall on …

Holden baseball loses to St. Michael the Archangel

Holden baseball surrendered 11 runs in the top of the seventh inning. With two outs and two …
Crest Ridge softball shut out by Concordia in I-70 Tournament championship

Crest Ridge softball lost to Concordia 10-0 after six innings in the I-70 Tournament championship …
Davis signs with inaugural William Woods football team

WARRENSBURG — Tatum Davis will be a part of William Woods University history next fall as a …

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Business

Volunteers Monica Mitcheltree, left, and Max Ridenhour talk with students who stop by the charity table during a Reality Check event hosted by Central Bank on Thursday, April 11 at Crest Ridge High School.

Central Bank hosts Reality Check at Crest Ridge

During the 2023-24 school year, Central Bank visited multiple schools in the Warrensburg area. Most recently, the bank hosted a Reality Check at Crest Ridge High School.

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Warrensburg’s DayStar Filters gives a glimpse of the eclipse

WARRENSBURG – As the moon passed over the sun on Monday, April 8, it offered millions of American viewers the opportunity to see a total solar eclipse for the first time since 2017. From Mexico, to Missouri, to Cleveland and New York, eyes turned toward the skies as the path of totality peaked all across North America.

West Central Electric Cooperative’s delegates to Washington, D.C., are congratulated by WCE Board President Densil Allen Jr. and WCE General Manager Michael Newland. From left, Allen, Saul Logan and Jonathan Henry of Warrensburg High School, Kayley Marten of Crest Ridge High School and Newland.

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WCE names 2024 Youth Tour and CYCLE delegates

West Central Electric Cooperative announced that three area high school students are preparing to pack their bags for a week in Washington, D.C., following the 2024 Rural Electric Youth Tour finals hosted April 3.

A car pulls in to park at the storefront of Swisher's on Friday, March 29 in Warrensburg. First opened in 1965 by Ray Swisher and his business partner Louis “Louie” Feldman, the store was then called Louie’s Farm & Home.

Swisher’s hardware sold, set to change ownership April 8

WARRENSBURG – After close to 60 years since it first opened its doors, Swisher’s hardware store is being sold, with its storefront changing ownership on April 8.

Thursday, March 28, competitive eater JWebby (James Webb), of Sydney, Australia, hams it up before polishing off a seven-layer

JWebby, a competitive eater, visits Ni-Kuni restaurant

SEDALIA — From zero to 1.5 million followers, JWebby, a competitive eater from Sydney, Australia, has excelled in social media since beginning his competition circuit in 2021.

Western Missouri Medical Center President and CEO Darinda Dick, center, smiles toward the camera and prepares to cut the ceremonial ribbon on Monday, March 25, at Heart Care of Warrensburg.

WMMC opens Heart Care of Warrensburg, its new cardiology home

WARRENSBURG – The Heart Care of Warrensburg celebrated its opening on Monday, March 27, with a ribbon cutting ceremony put on by the Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce.

Police & Crash Reports

Police Reports - April 22, 2024

Frederick B. Waitzmann, 65, was arrested on March 25 for trespassing and resisting an officer during an arrest. He was taken to Western Missouri Medical Center at his request and was released to medical staff with two city citations.

Crash Reports - April 19, 2024

Holden man arrested for DWI after accident

Police Reports - April 15, 2024

Arandon E. McConnell, 20, was arrested on March 19 for shoplifting from a business in the 300 block of East Cooper Boulevard. Asset Protection reported that a known male subject stole $298 worth of merchandise. He was arrested and transported to the Warrensburg Police Department, processed and released.

Crash Reports - April 12, 2024

Driver arrested for DWI after crash

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Community

- Central Missouri dedicates Harbert Collegiate Golf Center
  
  WARRENSBURG — A project built on relationships, the University of Central Missouri held a ceremony celebrating the completion of the Harbert …
- Community Calendar For April 16 through April 22
  
  To have your event or meeting listed or changed, send details to hollyb@warrensburgstarjournal.com or call 660-747-8123.
- Community Calendar for April 9 through April 15
  
  To have your event or meeting listed or changed, send details to hollyb@warrensburgstarjournal.com or call 660-747-8123.
- ABC Club recognizes Women’s History Month
  
  In celebration of Women’s History Month in March, the ABC Club of Warrensburg presented a program to members, honoring the women who provided …
- Community Calendar for April 2 through April 8
  
  To have your event or meeting listed or changed, send details to hollyb@warrensburgstarjournal.com or call 660-747-8123.

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Education

UCM champions sustainability during Earth Week

As Earth Week draws global focus to sustainable living, the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg will showcase a lineup of events from April 22-27 designed to promote environmental awareness and demonstrate the university’s commitment to sustainability practices.

Boys & Girls Club receives Hero For Youth award

Boys & Girls Clubs of West Central Missouri recently received the Hero for Youth award from Boys & Girls Clubs of America for its advocacy on behalf of local children.

Warrensburg Middle School Honor Roll

Warrensburg Middle School announced the following students were named to the honor roll for the third quarter of the 2023-24 school year.

University of Central Missouri begins cannabis certificate program

WARRENSBURG — The University of Central Missouri has launched a new online cannabis certificate training program after partnering with educator Green Flower.

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Columnists

Flower for a day, blooms for weeks

The irises are blooming in April, which has never happened at my place in more than 20 years. Everything is a couple of weeks early this year which means gardeners need to be very observant. If you trim back your spring-blooming shrubs, such as lilac and wiegela, those tasks will happen sooner than in years past. Other late spring and early summer tasks will also need to be adjusted.

Organically-grown wines from Chile

From Chile comes the southern hemisphere's version of the oenological mighty handful: a cabernet sauvignon, a pinot noir, a sauvignon blanc and, for added color, a rosé, all of which have been organically grown and are also vegan.

The value of making mistakes

Chocolate chip cookies, the Slinky, Play-Doh, Post-It notes, and potato chips. The one thing they all have in common is this: They’re losers.

A few wine suggestions for your Passover meal

The Jewish holiday of Passover begins at sundown on Monday, April 22 and ends at nightfall on Tuesday, April 30. It is a holiday that celebrates a time when, at the last of the 10 plagues that struck Egypt in Biblical times, the Angel of Death passed over the homes of the Israelites.

Finding imperfect ways to reduce food waste

I worked outside this past weekend, clearing last year’s plant debris from my native beds, and as I raked, I found myself dreaming of summer foods.

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Letters

Letter: American Red Cross has responded to a year of crises

Dear Editor: 2022 has been a year of crisis — both seen and unseen — for families and communities. The big crises the American Red Cross has responded to include …

Letter: No need to go ‘off the rails’ over railway union

Letter: Animals should be a city priority

Letter: Thank you for County-wide Clean Up

Letter: Secretary of State’s library proposal unneeded

Letter: 4-H offers many opportunities to youth

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KINGSVILLE — Laci Collens was first approached by Calvary University women’s basketball head coach Robby Bollinger during the William D. Gordon Holiday Classic her sophomore year.

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