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Retired TSgt Kyle Hookey, left, and retired PFC James Jenkins, middle right, pose for a photo with Jeannie Braswell, middle left, and Joyce Sullivan, right, of the Sedalia Quilts of Valor Foundation on Friday, Nov. 15, at Camp Valor Outdoors in Kingsville. Hookey and Jenkins were each given a quilt to honor their service in the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Army, respectively. 
Two retired veterans honored with quilts at Camp Valor Outdoors
KINGSVILLE - The Sedalia Quilts of Valor Foundation headed out to Kingsville on Friday, Nov. 15, to present retired U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Kyle Hookey and retired U.S. Army Pfc. James Jenkins with quilts to thank them for their service and give them the comfort and recognition they deserve. more
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UCM Orchestral Director Dr. John Rutland, bottom center, waives a baton on beat for his students as they rehearse songs on Friday, Nov. 15, at the Highlander Theatre. 
UCM Theatre and Dance wraps up fall semester with opera production “Amahl and the Night Visitors”
WARRENSBURG — The University of Central Missouri Theatre and Dance and UCM Music will present its rendition of the “Amahl and the Night Visitors” opera beginning at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 20-23 and at 2 p.m. Nov. 23 in the Highlander Theatre.  more
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Johnson County voters deny Proposition J in 2024 General Election
JOHNSON COUNTY — In a close draw, the voters of Johnson County denied Proposition J at the 2024 Nov. 2 General Election, which sought to extend and impose a one-fourth of one percent countywide sales tax to fund the acquisition, construction, improvement, operation and maintenance of the county jail and sheriff's office. more
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Warrensburg City Council approves two new murals in Downtown Warrensburg
WARRENSBURG - The Warrensburg City Council approved a pair of of resolutions that will allow Warrensburg Main Street to place two new murals on a city owned structure in Downtown Warrensburg.  more
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Linda Sehrt, MSSDAR State Chaplain gives a first-person accounting of the life Ellen Hardin Walworth, a DAR founder. Photo courtesy of Daughters of the American Revolution 
DAR observes national days of observance and events
The Warrensburg Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) met at Heroes Restaurant Friday, November 8, with 18 members and guests present. more
Wilbert Ethmer Erisman sits at his dining room table and poses for a photo holding a notepad with a picture of himself on his farm as book cover on Friday, Nov. 8, at Erisman's home in Warrensburg. The former pastor celebrated his 100th birthday on Sunday, Nov. 10, at the Warrensburg Church of the Brethren with family, friends and other members of the congregation. 
Retired Warrensburg Pastor Ethmer Erisman turns 100
WARRENSBURG - You cross the paths of many people over time if you live to become a centenarian. more
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Eric Michael Hernandez, a Native American hoop dancer, will perform on Wednesday, Nov. 13 at the University of Central Missouri.
Native American hoop dancer to celebrate cultural diversity with performance at UCM
Speaker, Native American hoop dancer and cultural ambassador Eric Michael Hernandez will offer a performance at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13 in the Elliott Student Union Ballroom at the University of Central Missouri. more
Local briefs for Nov. 12
Brockhaus becomes junior member of American Angus Association more
Spirit Trail Coalition Chairman David Peerbolte cuts the ribbon on the Knob Noster State Park section of the Missouri Spirit Trail alongside Missouri elected officials, Missouri State Park officials and airmen from Whiteman Air Force Base on Thursday, Nov. 7 at Knob Noster State Park. 
Spirit Trail’s newest addition finally connects Warrensburg to Whiteman Air Force Base
KNOB NOSTER - Thursday, Nov. 7, was a day that many Knob Noster, Warrensburg and central Missouri residents have waited over 30 years for. more
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Retired Air Force Major Alan Miller asks students in attendance of the assembly to raise their hands, signifying they have family who served in the armed forces on Monday, Nov. 11, at Warrensburg Middle School. "The next time you see a veteran, thank them for their service because they have sacrificed for us so that we can live this life of freedom in this country," Miller said.
Photos: Warrensburg Middle School assembly honors Veteran's Day
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Republican candidate Brandon Phelps, center, speaks with Johnson County voters after winning the Missouri State Representative District 54 seat on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at Old Barney's in Warrensburg. “I'm appreciative of the people of Johnson County and the people of the 54th district to have faith in me,” Phelps said following the results. 
Phelps wins MO State Representative District 54 seat, Brattin retains State Senate District 31 seat
The unofficial results are in for the Tuesday, Nov. 5, General Election in Johnson County. more
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U.S. Representative for Missouri's 4th congressional district candidate Mark Alford, left, speaks to his fellow elected officials on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at Fitter’s Pub in Warrensburg. “I look forward to another two years representing you. It is not something I take lightly,” Alford said Tuesday. 
U.S. Representative candidate Alford, other local candidates visit Fitter’s ahead of election night
WARRENSBURG - As part of his election day travels, incumbent candidate for U.S. Representative for Missouri's 4th congressional district Mark Alford made a quick stop at Fitter’s Pub in Warrensburg on Tuesday, Nov. 5, to speak with other local candidates more
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Missouri Secretary of State candidate Denny Hoskins and his wife Michelle speak to voters as they prepare to cast their ballot on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at the First United Methodist Church. As he waits for the election results on Tuesday, Hoskins will host a watch party at 7 p.m. at Player's Restaurant and Lounge in Warrensburg. 
Photos: Missouri Secretary of State candidate Denny Hoskins and Warrensburg voters hit the polls
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Marmee's owner Connie Simmons stands in front of a register at her new store located at the Glasscock Plaza at 321 E Young Street, Suite E, on Friday, Nov. 1 in Warrensburg. The new storefront was necessary, said Simmons, as she dealt with space constraints at her last shop. 
Marmee’s boutique moves, while Borgman’s Dairy Farm expands
WARRENSBURG — Less than a year after opening its doors at 105 S. Holden St., Marmee’s has moved and opened its newest storefront on Friday, Nov. 1, at the Glasscock Plaza at 321 E Young Street, Suite E. more
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Local briefs for Nov. 5
License Offices to be affected by software upgrade more
Arts and crafts consumers line the halls of the 48th annual Mid-Missouri Artists Arts and Crafts Sale on Saturday, Nov. 2 at the Warrensburg Community Center gymnasium. Local vendors sold feature items made from barnwood, stained glass, soaps, repurposed furniture, jewelry, fabric, a variety of art media, photography and items made from silverware. 
Photos: Mid-Missouri Artists holds 48th Annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Sale
Voters exit and enter the Johnson County Courthouse for no-excuse absentee voting in the 2024 election on Thursday, Oct. 31. The deadline for absentee voting in the County Clerk’s Office is 5:00 PM on the day before the election.
Over 3,000 Johnson County absentee ballots cast so far
Editor's note: This story has been updated to reflect no excuse needed for absentee voting, and the correct link for the Johnson County Courthouse. The Star-Journal apologizes for the error.  more
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UCM names Tim Crowley new provost and vice president for Academic Affairs
WARRENSBURG — The University of Central Missouri announced on Thursday, Oct. 31, that Tim Crowley, DMA, will become the school’s new provost and vice president for Academic Affairs beginning on Nov. 1. more
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RoundUp Board members present Care Connections with a grant for the Higginsville, Lexington, Warrensburg and Holden senior centers. (L-r) Care Connection Executive Director; Wendy Martin, RoundUp Board member Melissa Luebbert, Regional Services Director Stacey Gilkeson, Head Cook Bettina Christie, RoundUp board members Dennis Knipmeyer and Patty Raker.
West Central Electric RoundUp Foundation awards final grants for 2024
The final grants of the 2024 award year were presented to area groups and organizations in October. The following organizations and projects shared $16,500 in funding: more
Local Briefs for Friday, Nov. 1
American Legion, VFW announce Veterans Day activities more
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