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Twin Oaks Event Center owners and Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce members pose for a photo before the ribbon cutting on Wednesday, July 9, at the Twin Oaks Event Center.
Twin Oaks Event Center welcomes new management
WARRENSBURG — The Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting on Wednesday, July 9, to celebrate new management at the Twin Oaks Event Center. more
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2025 Johnson County Queen Elizabeth Morgan receives her tiara and sash from 2024 Johnson County Queen Taylor on Tuesday, July 8, at the Johnson County Fairgrounds. Morgan was the only queen candidate to enter the pageant. 
PHOTOS: Johnson County Pageant opens fair week
Warrensburg children and their families head north on Holden Street during Warrensburg Main Street's annual Children's Patriotic Bike Parade on Saturday, July 5, in downtown Warrensburg. 
Photos: 2025 Children's Patriotic Bike Parade celebrates Independence Day
The White House hosts a picnic for the 4th of July, Friday, July 4, 2025, on the South Lawn. 
Trump salutes Whiteman AFB, signs big beautiful bill
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump signed into law Friday evening his massive spending cut and tax break package to fulfill his domestic policy agenda on immigration and defense and overhaul American energy production. more
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Members of the American Legion Post 131 Honor Guard present the nation’s colors during the playing of the “Star Spangled Banner” on Thursday, July 3, at the Missouri Veterans Home in Warrensburg. Veterans were asked to stand if they were able to during the national anthem.
Warrensburg Community Band performs “Sounds of America” to veterans
WARRENSBURG - The Warrensburg Community Band celebrated Independence Day a day early on Thursday, July 3, by performing a patriotic collection of songs in front of veterans at the Missouri Veterans Home in Warrensburg. more
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Knob Noster Public School officials, along with stakeholders and representatives from the school, community and Department of Defense, break ground on the new Knob Noster High School on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024 in Knob Noster. Knob Noster voters can vote to increase the district's operating tax levy at the 2025 Special Election on August 5, with funds generated from the increase going towards construction of components at the new school. 
Knob Noster voters to decide on Proposition KNP in August
KNOB NOSTER — Knob Noster R-VIII School District Superintendent Jerrod Wheeler hosted his third town hall meeting on Monday, June 30, at the Knob Noster High School cafeteria to discuss Proposition KNP with interested voters. more
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Newly crowned Johnson County Queen Taylor smiles for photos on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at the Johnson County Fairgrounds.
Johnson County Fair to focus on 4-H, FFA in 2025
JOHNSON COUNTY — It’s that time of year again as the Johnson County Fair Association partners with the Johnson County Missouri 4-H and FFA Youth to bring the 2025 Johnson County Fair. more
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A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit is recovered after supporting Operation MIDNIGHT HAMMER at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, June 2025.
Whiteman AFB B-2 pilots invited to White House
The Whiteman Air Force Base pilots who flew multiple B-2 Spirits during Operation Midnight Hammer are set to visit the White House’s Fourth of July celebration.  more
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Hale Fireworks’ new location at 3 SE 125 Road replaces its tent with a permanent building in Warrensburg. 
Hale Fireworks gets ready for business boom
WARRENSBURG — With the Fourth of July around the corner, Hale Fireworks is getting ready for its busiest time of the year. more
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Just outside of Warrensburg city limits, Hale Fireworks offers a selection of offerings for Independence Day celebrations. Beginning this year, the use of fireworks is legal in Warrensburg with certain restrictions. 
Warrensburg Fire Department offers July 4th firework safety tips
WARRENSBURG — As the country prepares to celebrate its independence on the Fourth of July, the skies will be set ablaze by bursts of color and light. more
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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
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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
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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
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A B-2 Spirit emerges from the hangar during Wings Over Whiteman on July 13, 2024, at Whiteman Air Force Base.
Knob Noster, Kehoe address current events
The City of Knob Noster issued a statement following ‘Operation Midnight Hammer.’  The statement, published Tuesday, June 24, was made after regional news outlets and community … more
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Man charged with DWI, manslaughter in September crash
A Mission Hills, Kansas, man is facing charges that include involuntary manslaughter and DWI death of another passenger for a Johnson County crash that killed another driver in September 2024.  … more
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City council adopts 2025 Sidewalk Improvement Program contract
WARRENSBURG — The Warrensburg City Council met on Monday, June 23, to consider three city ordinances, two resolutions and to hear bids for the Fiscal Year 2026 budget from city commissions and … more
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Author Stan Smith discusses AI tools for writing and art. He shows his AI-generated illustration Saturday at the Writers of Warrensburg Workshop at Trails Regional Library.
Writers, editors attend local writing workshop
WARRENSBURG—The Second Annual Writers of Warrensburg Workshop drew around thirty writers and editors Saturday to Trails Regional Library. WOW Co-Administrator Goldie Edwards said attendees … more
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A B-2 Spirit flies over Wings Over Whiteman on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at Whiteman Air Force Base.
Missouri officials react to US airstrikes on Iran
President Donald Trump announced the United States bombed three nuclear sites in Iran on Saturday, June 21.  The admission targeted Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. "Our objective was the … more
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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
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Warrensburg woman accused of stealing nearly $160,000
Joshtine J. Falen, 55, of Warrensburg, was accused of stealing forged checks from her employer in September 2023.  According to a probable cause statement filed by the Warrensburg Police … more
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