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Sean Bailey, who portrays Buford T. Justice and Jason Bobbitt as Junior Justice pose with their vintage LeMans patrol car in front of Galaxy Cinemas in Sedalia Sunday.
Sheriff Justice series to be filmed in Sedalia
SEDALIA — Fans of the 1977 classic Smokey and the Bandit got a surprise Sunday, Feb. 15, when tribute performers portraying Buford T. Justice and his son Junior rolled into Sedalia for a special … more
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Warrensburg Convention and Visitors Bureau’s office on Thursday, Jan. 8.
Warrensburg Convention and Visitors Bureau board hears first presentation of Visitor Profile Study
WARRENSBURG – The Warrensburg Convention and Visitors Bureau board heard the first presentation of its Visitor Profile Study during a Thursday, Feb. 12 meeting.  Overseen by McDaniels … more
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Phil Adlich was hired as the new public works director for the City of Warrensburg last week after serving as the interim director for nearly two years. Though his title is new, Adlich said the work he’s doing is not.
Adlich brings same energy to new role as Warrensburg public works director
WARRENSBURG – Phil Adlich is a project guy. He always has been.  Growing up, Adlich and his three siblings would often spend their free time helping their mom and dad renovate the house, … more
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Public Works Director Phil Adlich discusses the SS4A Safety Action Plan with a community member during Tuesday’s SS4A open house.
Warrensburg holds Open House for Safe Streets for All’s Safety Action Plan
WARRENSBURG – The City of Warrensburg hosted a Safe Streets for All (SS4A) community open house on Tuesday, Feb. 10, to gather feedback and share information about the city’s Safety Action Plan … more
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Community Development Director Barbara Carroll presents in front of the city council during its Monday, Feb. 9 meeting.
Warrensburg City Council approves amendment to city ordinance, rezoning of city properties
WARRENSBURG – The Warrensburg City Council approved a change to chapter 27 of the code of city ordinances regarding mixed multi-family developments and duplexes at its Monday, Feb. 9 meeting.  … more
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Suzanne Brown, breast cancer survivor, receives a standing ovation as she takes the stage to personally thank attendees at the WMMC Foundation’s annual Fire & Ice Gala on Friday, Jan. 23.
WMMC Foundation’s Fire & Ice Gala raises $112,000
WARRENSBURG– The Western Missouri Medical Center Foundation raised $112,000 at its eighth annual Fire & Ice fundraising gala on Friday, Jan. 23.  This year’s theme, “Midnight in … more
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Cars wait at a four-way intersection along Maguire Street.
City of Warrensburg to host public meeting for proposed Maguire Street Corridor overlay district
WARRENSBURG – The City of Warrensburg is hosting a public meeting for community members to learn more about the proposed Maguire Street Corridor overlay district and to share feedback on potential … more
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Warrensburg area crash reports for Feb. 10
Independence woman hurt in Johnson County collision An Independence woman, 44, suffered minor injuries at 5:18 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6, in a Johnson County accident. According to a Missouri … more
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Grain Valley man charged with child enticement in Johnson County
A Grain Valley man is facing a felony charge after he allegedly allegedly exchanged sexually explicit images with a minor under the age of 12. Aaron David Gwinn, 48, faces a felony charge of enticement or attempted … more
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Jan Jones, Warrensburg City Council member, and Mike Schrage, Warrensburg City Manager competed in the Johnson County United Way Chili Cook-Off for the first time this year. Their booth features similar qualities to last year's Chili Cook-Off winners, Bruce Uhler and Lynn Alkire, as they share the same recipe and inspiration.
Johnson County United Way hosts annual Shirley Stanke Memorial Chili Cook-Off
WARRENSBURG —  Johnson County locals filled their stomachs and opened their checkbooks to support a good cause on Tuesday, Feb. 3. Johnson County United Way hosted its annual  … more
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W.A. Jackson Firearms, 682 NW 11th Road, was destroyed in a fire in the early morning hours of Feb. 5
Johnson County gun shop destroyed in fire
A Johnson County business was destroyed in a fire early Thursday, Feb. 6.  The Johnson County Fire Protection District responded to W.A. Jackson Firearms at 682 NW 11th Road, located north … more
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Burg Resist leader Steve Ciafullo, Warrensburg, spoke and served as emcee for the Stand Up Sunday Rally on Feb. 1.
Citizens protest immigration issues, provide meals to Food Center
An estimated crowd of approximately 200 individuals participated in a protest Sunday, Feb. 1 in Warrensburg to demand justice and accountability by federal immigration officers.  While … more
The Love What’s Local Committee dines together at The Club at the Sandstone Country Club. on Wednesday, Feb. 4. From left, Kailoni Jeffries, Barbara Carroll, Jamie DeBacker, Chloe Pohlman, Megan Woods, Suzanne Taylor and Monica Mitcheltree.
Warrensburg's Love What’s Local Committee hosts annual Foodie February
WARRENSBURG – The Love What’s Local Committee is back with its annual Foodie February – a month dedicated to Johnson County restaurants, bakeries, coffee shops and snack stops.  All … more
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Phil Adlich
Adlich promoted to Warrensburg Public Works Director
Phil Adlich is shedding interim from his title, becoming the City of Warrensburg Public Works Director.  Adlich took on the interim role when former director Enrico Villegas departed to … more
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Layne Fischer has been spreading positivity as a school resource officer for Warrensburg since 2020. He recently stepped into a coaching position at RedHorse Fitness Gym where he continues to spread his positive energy to his fellow gym members.
Warrensburg Police Department's Fischer spreads positivity through SRO, coaching roles
WARRENSBURG –  One look at Layne Fischer and it’s easy to see why some would be afraid to approach him. Standing at 6 feet 5 inches tall and weighing in around 400 pounds, Fischer is … more
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Warrensburg Main Street Evening of Excellence Award recipients pose for a photo during the Evening of Excellence Award Ceremony on Thursday, Jan. 29, at the MKi Pavilion.
Warrensburg Main Street honors partners at annual Evening of Excellence Award Ceremony
WARRENSBURG – Warrensburg Main Street hosted its annual Evening of Excellence Award Ceremony on Thursday, Jan. 29.  Main Street volunteers, staff, City of Warrensburg officials and … more
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FACMA Creations’ handmade ear warmers and purse scrunchies on Thursday, Jan. 29.
Warrensburg woman to host Valentine’s Day vendor event
WARRENSBURG – This time last year, Melissa Perkins did not consider herself a creative person.  She was not the type to pick up a paint brush or knitting needle in order to craft some big … more
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Western Missouri Medical Center will begin February with a transition in CFO. From left: Dean Ohmart, outgoing CFO, and Lacey Bredehoeft-Fiene, incoming CFO.
Western Missouri Medical Center announces Chief Financial Officer transition
WARRENSBURG — Western Missouri Medical Center (WMMC) announced the retirement of Dean Ohmart, Vice President of Financial Services/Chief Financial Officer, effective Jan. 30, 2026. Ohmart has been … more
This cow in rural Pettis county is worth a considerable amount more after beef prices skyrocketed in 2025. Crop producers had mixed reports, however.
Rainfall patterns depress crops, record beef prices lift ranchers
Progress for 2025 in Missouri agriculture was difficult for many farmers, while ranchers enjoyed a bit of a windfall. University of Missouri field specialist Gene Schmitz with the MU Extension … more
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Holly Wilcoxin, Warrensburg resident who is currently unsheltered, shares her concerns with the Parks and Recreation Board about the new fee structure for the Warrensburg Community Center on Wednesday, Jan. 28.
Warrensburg Parks and Recreation Board hears comments about community center fees
WARRENSBURG – The Warrensburg Parks and Recreation Board heard public comments from the community regarding the Warrensburg Community Center’s new fee structure at its Wednesday, Jan. 28 meeting.  more
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