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Warrensburg Area Amateur Radio Club participates in Field Day

Warrensburg Area Amateur Radio Club (WAARCI) participated June 28-29 during Amateur Radio Relay League (ARRL) Summer Field Day. more

6/30/25

Warrensburg Parks and Rec invited runners of all ages to this year's Freedom Fest 5k on Saturday, June 28. Children under 5 raced for free but required an adult to run alongside. The race began and ended outside of Warrensburg's historic Train Depot.

Warrensburg Parks and Rec hosts 25th annual Freedom Fest 5k

WARRENSBURG – Fourth of July festivities kicked off with Warrensburg Parks and Recreation’s annual Freedom Fest 5k on Saturday, June 28. more

By Darby Mostaffa news@warrensburgstarjournal.com | 6/30/25

Members of the Johnson County 4-H Youth, FFA, MU Extension and community pose for a photo during the ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, June 27, at the Johnson County Fairgrounds.

Johnson County 4-H cuts ribbon on new announcer’s stand

WARRENSBURG - A new announcer’s stand was unveiled on Friday, June 27, at the Johnson County Fairgrounds with the help of a ribbon cutting sponsored by the Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce. more

By Zach Bott zach.bott@warrensburgstarjournal.com | 6/28/25

Warrensburg Westlake Ace Hardware Assistant Manager Theodore Mudd and Salvation Army Service Unit Board Chair Sherri Arnett pose for a photo while loading the fans on Thursday, Jan. 26, at the Warrensburg Westlake Ace Hardware.

Photos: Westlake Ace Hardware donates 31 fans to Salvation Army

By Zach Bott zach.bott@warrensburgstarjournal.com | 6/27/25

Forty-one regional tennis athletes competed in the Warrensburg Open between Friday, June 20 and Sunday, June 22, at the Warrensburg Activities Complex.

Warrensburg Open carries on rich history

WARRENSBURG — The variations have changed over time, but one common theme stays attached to the Warrensburg Open. The latest iteration of the tennis tournament ran Friday, June 20 through … more

By Joe Andrews, joe.andrews@warrensburgstarjournal.com | 6/23/25

Community Calendar for June 24 through June 30

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

6/23/25

Signs close off a street for Warrensburg Main Street’s June Movie on the Lawn event on Friday, June 20, at the corner of Washington and Marshall Street in Warrensburg. The event was relocated to the grassy area due to ongoing renovations at the Johnson County Courthouse.

PHOTOS: June Movie on the Lawn shows 'Jumanji'

6/23/25

Holden Girl Scout Troop 2237 present their adoption bags at their contribution commemoration on Friday, June 20, at Old Drum Animal Shelter. The girls bought and assembled the adoption bags, making them customized to each animal's personality and size. Back, from left: Christy Smith, Annslie Mosser, Billie Mosser, Lisa Richter, Kasi Shephard, Bryna Shephard, Colleen Hogan, Licia Hogan. Front: Molly Falke.

Holden Girl Scouts sponsor Old Drum Animal Shelter adoptions

WARRENSBURG — Holden Girl Scout Troop 2237 represents growth, integrity and a dedication to serving its community. Within this troop are three members who have been working towards a … more

By Darby Mostaffa news@warrensburgstarjournal.com | 6/21/25

Madison Alexander stands next to her piece titled “On the Fly” at her booth at Main Street Events Third Wednesday Art Walk on June 18, 2025. This piece is Alexander's favorite because of the large amount of dedication she put into it.

Alexander blends humor, life’s challenges into art

WARRENSBURG— The third “Third Wednesday Art Walk” of the season took place along Holden Street this past Wednesday, June 18. Among the artists able to come was a first-time … more

By Darby Mostaffa news@warrensburgstarjournal.com | 6/19/25

Christa Collins and Barb Hill assist Mike Collins in presenting family history.

Collins family history presented to DAR

The Warrensburg chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution met Friday, June 13, at Heroes Restaurant. June historic events recognized included D-Day, … more

6/16/25

Community Calendar for June 17 through June 23

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

6/16/25

The Warrensburg Community Band performed on the Johnson County Courthouse lawn Saturday, June 14.

PHOTOS: Warrensburg Community Band performs on courthouse lawn

6/15/25

Warrensburg Community Band announces summer schedule

The Warrensburg Community Band has announced its schedule for the Summer 2025 season. The season will kick off with a performance of “Tribute” at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 14 at … more

6/12/25

Good Neighbors 4-H, Mt. Moriah Hustlers receive grant from FCS Financial

A record number 113 Missouri 4-H clubs and FFA chapters received $500 Shaping Rural Missouri Grants from FCS Financial for community improvement projects this summer. Projects include landscaping … more

6/12/25

The historic Johnson County Courthouse on the Old Town Square at 302 N Main St. is further restored by the return of the original courthouse table. The table photographed was used during the case of Burden vs. Hornsby in 1869 by the council that decided upon the justice of the Old Drum court case.

Old Drum Day set for this weekend

WARRENSBURG – In a town rich with artifacts, like Warrensburg, historical evidence is around every corner. On Saturday, June 14, the Johnson County Historical Society is … more

By Darby Mostaffa news@warrensburgstarjournal.com | 6/9/25

Community Calendar for June 10 through June 16

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

6/9/25

ECHO has been awarded a Youth Impact Grant from the Johnson County United Way. This grant will help ECHO purchase food for its weekend meal program for preschoolers, ensuring no child in our community goes hungry while away from school. Pictured from left: ECHO Executive Director Dawn Moore and Johnson County United Way Executive Director, Samantha Crouch.

PHOTO: ECHO receives grant from Johnson County United Way

6/9/25

Sterling Elementary School families and staff spread themselves on blankets and lawn chairs on Friday, May 16, on the Johnson County Courthouse lawn.

Summer Movie Night Series moves to new location June 20

Warrensburg Main Street’s Summer Movie Night Series’ next upcoming movie night is planned for June 20. This month’s movie night comes with an exciting change: a brand-new … more

6/5/25

: 2025 Knob Noster Fair attendees walk up and down State Street as they look for food, entertainment and more for on Saturday, May 31, in Knob Noster.

PHOTOS: Community turns out for Knob Noster Fair

6/2/25

Community Calendar for June 3 through June 9

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

6/2/25

Johnson County Christmas Cheer launches fourth year of holiday assistance

Rural Kingsville domestic disturbance leads to drug recovery

Missouri can keep using disputed federal database to review voter eligibility

Eric Schmitt bungles accusation against former special counsel Jack Smith in heated hearing