Earlier this month, the University of Central Missouri introduced two new exhibitions taking place at the UCM Art Center Gallery. “Empowered by Design,” an exhibition produced by Kansas State University Assistant Professor of Interior Architecture & Industrial Design Scott Barton, and “Second Nature,” which highlights the artistic processes of a Missouri sculptor, Gary Staab, both opened for viewing on Jan. 8 and are available until Feb. 1. more

WARRENSBURG – As the freezing temperatures continue to affect the city of Warrensburg, some students and staff from the University of Central Missouri will seek refuge in Des Moines, Iowa. Although the temperatures more than 200 miles north will remain similar to those on the UCM campus, UCM Theatre and Dance is happy to make the trip as it prepares to perform at the 2024 Region V Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF) in Des Moines. more

WARRENSBURG - The Warrensburg Convention and Visitors Bureau met for its first quarterly board meeting of 2024 on Thursday, Jan. 12. more

Back in the 2024 Missouri legislative session, Rep. Rodger Reedy pushes bill to depreciate vehicles and save constituents on personal property taxes.

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WARRENSBURG – Jamie DeBacker stepped into the role of Executive Director of Warrensburg Main Street on Jan. 2. more

The Sedalia Spay and Neuter Clinic is on a mission to reduce pet overpopulation through it's low cost pet altering services.

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The first snowfall of 2024 will be quickly followed by a second, with snow in the forecast again this week. more

WARRENSBURG – The Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce hosted the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at the American Legion, 733 E. Young Ave. more

JOHNSON COUNTY – With the first few snowfalls of the season, the Johnson County Emergency Management Agency staff shared information on how to prepare for this winter. more

JOHNSON COUNTY — Bringing in the new year, Johnson County Presiding Commissioner Troy Matthews celebrated his one-year anniversary since he stepped into the role. Taking over the vacant seat left by former commissioner Densil Allen Jr., Matthews officially got into office on Jan. 1, 2023. A year later, Matthews talked with the Star-Journal about getting used to the position, helping the county, and what he hopes to accomplish in his remaining three years. more

JOHNSON COUNTY – The new Missouri legislative session began Wednesday, Jan. 3, and state Rep. Dan Houx, R-Warrensburg, said many bills were pre-filed. more

Johnson County is under a Winter Weather Advisory until 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 9, as issued by the National Weather Service, and another winter storm could possibly be just around the corner. more

WARRENSBURG — Mystic Mountain Indoor Playground opened its doors on Dec. 16. more

The City of Warrensburg and Johnson County have been jointly designated as American World War II Heritage Cities. more

WARRENSBURG – The Warrensburg Board of Education is considering relocating the Reese Education Center’s programs in an attempt to return to a balanced budget. more

WARRENSBURG – The Johnson County Emergency Management Agency has had recent staff changes with the appointment of a new director, deputy director and chief deputy director. more

A fifth-generation Warrensburg farmer is writing books to educate children on the life of the American farmer. more