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Johnson County Assessor Mark Reynolds, center, shakes the hand of Missouri District 54 Representative Brandon Phelps. Phelps presented a proclomation to Reynolds alongside Missouri District 57 Representative Rodger Reedy on Thursday, Aug. 28.
Reynolds retires as Johnson County Assessor
WARRENSBURG — Family, friends and colleagues celebrated the retirement of longtime Johnson County Assessor Mark Reynolds during a reception on Thursday, Aug. 28, at the Johnson County Courthouse South Annex. more
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Warrensburg Police Department enhancements included in proposed budget
WARRENSBURG — Warrensburg Police Chief Andy Munsterman discussed the benefits of a proposed ticket-writing software during the Monday, Aug. 25, City Council meeting.  more
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Blue Springs R-IV School District educators in the most recent education specialist cohort pose for a group photo before the University of Central Missouri Spring 2025 Commencement ceremony in the Hughes Athletics Center.
UCM, Blue Springs School District partner on education specialist program
As another school year begins, 51 Blue Springs R-IV School District educators are returning with new knowledge and training – and a degree from the University of Central Missouri (UCM). more
Twanda Moore's photo of the Blind Boone statue at Blind Boone Park was the winner of the 2026 Budget Photo Contest. Moore was one of two contest participants. Ten entries were received. 
Warrensburg City Council hears first reading of FY 2026 budget
WARRENSBURG — Warrensburg City Manager Mike Schrage presented the Warrensburg City Council with the latest version of its Fiscal Year 2026 Budget on Monday, Aug. 25. more
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Community Calendar for Aug. 26 through Sept. 1
To have your event or meeting listed or changed, send details to news@warrensburgstarjournal.com or call 660-747-8123. more
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Chilhowee prepares for its annual fair
CHILHOWEE – For 78 years, the Chilhowee fair has been an exciting event for many families in the local area. more
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Thomas King (back right) and his daughter Laura King (back left) are surrounded by friends as they wait to slice into his chocolate birthday cake Aug. 13. King turned 100 on Aug. 25. 
Warrensburg's King celebrates 100th birthday
WARRENSBURG – Thomas King celebrated his 100th birthday on Monday, Aug. 25. more
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Local Briefs for Aug. 26
Entries sought for Eat Your Art Out more
The Johnson County Fire Protection District responded to a plane crash north of Centerview on Tuesday, Aug. 19. The plane was relocated 200 yards to the east of NW 501 RD near the Blackwater River.
Plane makes emergency landing north of Centerview
A flight instructor and student pilot suffered minor injuries after making an emergency landing in a cornfield north of Centerview on Tuesday, Aug. 19.  more
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Vehicles lined South Holden Street in between East Market Street and East Culton Street on Wednesday, Aug. 13.
Citizens address Downtown Warrensburg homeless presence
WARRENSBURG — Local business owners expressed public safety concerns correlated with the homeless population in Downtown Warrensburg during the Warrensburg City Council meeting Monday, Aug. 11. more
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Before the Missouri State Fair Governor’s Ham Breakfast on Thursday, Aug. 14, Gov. Mike Kehoe and First Lady Claudia Kehoe visit with Izzi Uccello, of Springfield. Uccello was planning to participate in the No Limits Pig Show to be held later in the day. Photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney | Democrat
Kehoe emphasizes youth at Governor’s Ham Breakfast
SEDALIA — The Missouri State Fair hosted its annual Governor’s Ham Breakfast on Thursday, Aug. 14, in the Nucor Pavilion with Gov. Mike Kehoe as the keynote speaker. more
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Smith named UCM's Faculty Athletics Representative
Scott Smith, Ph.D., professor of Marketing, has been named the University of Central Missouri’s (UCM) Faculty Athletics Representative. more
Missouri Farm Bureau President Garrett Hawkins and U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt pose for a photo Wednesday, Aug. 13, at the Missouri State Fair. Schmitt received the Friend of the Farm Bureau Award from MFB during his visit to the Fairgrounds.
Eric Schmitt visits Missouri State Fair, Whiteman Air Force Base
SEDALIA — The American Farm Bureau Federation awarded the Friend of the Farm Bureau Award to Missouri U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt on Wednesday, Aug. 13.  more
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Fiscal Year 2026 budget draft presented to Warrensburg City Council
WARRENSBURG — Warrensburg City Manager Mike Schrage presented the City Council with a draft of the Fiscal Year 2026 budget during the Monday, Aug. 11, meeting.  more
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Skaters gather at Grover Skate Park on Thursday, July 18, during a Skate and Worship meeting. The monthly gathering offers music, prayer, pizza and skateboarding while promoting faith-based outreach.
Wilbanks brings worship to Warrensburg skatepark
WARRENSBURG — On the search for more structure and peace in a world where he feels children have little, Trenton Wilbanks turns to his relationship with God.  more
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Space Drifters by Richard Monson. Left, Martha; right, Ted. Ted received one of the four juror awards. 
Mid-Missouri Artists receive awards at State Fair
The 2025 Missouri State Fair is under way in Sedalia.Prior to the opening of the Fair artists submitted entries in the MO50 juried competition. more
U.S. Airmen from the 509th Maintenance Group and cadets from various college ROTC programs work on a project during an internship program at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, July 17, 2025. Cadets got hands-on experience to further their education in an operational environment to help develop skills for their future careers.
ROTC cadets support B-2 mission with 509th Maintenance Group
Air Force ROTC cadets from various universities continued their studies in STEM during an internship with the 509th Maintenance Group’s research and engineering shop this summer at Whiteman Air Force Base. more
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The butter cow inside the Gerken Dairy Center at the Missouri State Fair was created this year by St. Louis artist Ander Weis. Photo courtesy of Gerken Dairy Center
Gerken Dairy hosts butter cow, new treat at Missouri State Fair
SEDALIA — A Missouri State Fair tradition and cool treat for fair visitors, the Gerken Dairy Center, hosts a 600-pound butter cow, 18 varieties of ice cream and an assortment of cheesy lunch dishes. more
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Jupiter takes a much needed nap after his first surgery since being rescued by Warrensburg Cat Advocates.. He comfortably waits for his reconstructive surgery at the Mizzou Medical Center.
Warrensburg Cat Advocates leads Johnson County TNR, rescue efforts
WARRENSBURG – Since 2019, the Warrensburg Cat Advocates have been saving the lives of countless cats and helping create a healthy community. more
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Warrensburg's two rotary clubs joined forces for the unveiling a plaque for the Rotary Club of Central Missouri on Tuesday, Aug 5. In the middle, Jerry W. Franklin points and celebrates the unveiling. Taylor was Chair for the original Rotary Fountain project, which was complete in 2005. 
Plaque added to Rotary Fountain, restoration talks underway
WARRENSBURG — A plaque honoring the Rotary Club of Central Missouri was added to the Rotary Fountain in front of the Warrensburg Community Center on Tuesday, Aug. 5. more
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