West Central Electric Cooperative is proud to announce Ryan Munsterman and Jaelyn McDonald as the winners of the 2025 John & Kathryn English Memorial Scholarship. The $1,000 award is a four-year renewable scholarship.
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4/7/25
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WARRENSBURG - Cookie cutters take many shapes and forms.
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By Zach Bott
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4/7/25
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Donald R. Hager, 51, was arrested on March 10 for possession of drug paraphernalia and an active warrant. Officers were dispatched to the 600 block of North College Street regarding a wanted person. Dispatch received an email from a male subject who stated that a known male subject with a full U.S. extradition warrant was staying in a shed in the area. Officers contacted the male subject walking back to the shed. The male identified himself and his warrant was confirmed. He was arrested and placed in the Johnson County Jail with no bond.
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4/7/25
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Trucker blown off road in high winds suffers moderate injuries
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4/7/25
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Coss4Hope invites fans, families, and mental health advocates to join the movement at HopeCon+Walk 2025, happening Saturday, April 12, on the UCM Quad.
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4/4/25
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A new statewide survey reveals that Missourians overwhelmingly trust and support their local public health agencies (LPHAs)—and they want to see them thrive. The Missouri Public Health Trust Poll, conducted in early 2025, highlights both the strengths and opportunities in public health outreach across the state.
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4/4/25
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JOHNSON COUNTY - The Johnson County Community Health Services has come a long way since its inception on April 1, 1975.
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By Zach Bott
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4/3/25
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WARRENSBURG - Resident Sherry Swope, along with other citizens in Johnson County, met with the Johnson County Commission on Tuesday, April 1, to share their concerns on pedestrian and bike safety on S Business Highway 13, which will have improvements made in the fall.
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By Zach Bott
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4/3/25
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The Warrensburg School District proudly recognizes the recipients of its annual Teacher and Staff Awards, honoring outstanding dedication and service to students and the school community.
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4/2/25
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Norman Powers celebrated his 100th birthday on March 30 with a reception at the Missouri Veterans Home in Warrensburg. The Veterans home provided a birthday cake and punch for the friends, family, and residents. The family provided special cupcakes and memorabilia of Normans life.
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4/2/25
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WARRENSBURG — Moonlit Petrichor is getting comfortable with its new digs at 114 W. Gay Street, as the business moved into its new home to sell its soaps, candles and more.
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By Zach Bott
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4/2/25
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HOLDEN - Voters in the Holden R-III School District will go to the polls for the April 8 General Election and have another opportunity to vote on Proposition K.I.T.S., short for either Keep Improving Teacher Support or Keep It The Same, which involves increasing the current operating tax levy while maintaining the overall tax levy.
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By Zach Bott
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4/1/25
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Melissa A. Meineke, 44, was arrested on March 5 for driving while suspended and leaving the scene of an accident. An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of North Maguire Street in regard to a private property accident involving two vehicles. Meineke left the scene prior to officers arriving. She was located and arrested. She was also charged with failing to maintain financial responsibility. She was transported to the Warrensburg Police Department, where she was booked and released.
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3/31/25
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While most students were relaxing and enjoying some time off from classes, nine students and two employees from the University of Central Missouri (UCM) spent their spring break in service of others.
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3/31/25
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The University of Central Missouri (UCM) will continue its efforts to support rural schools with a new network of resources and opportunities as a member of the Rural Schools Collaborative (RSC).
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3/31/25
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3/31/25
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WARRENSBURG - The streets of downtown Warrensburg were filled with chants of “Organize, Resist” and “We the People United” as hundreds gathered and marched in opposition to the current administration and its actions on Saturday, March 29.
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By Zach Bott
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3/31/25
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Warrensburg teen injured in Johnson County accident
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3/31/25
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WARRENSBURG — Local moviegoers don’t have to fret about missing the latest hit flicks anymore after B&B Theatres opened its doors with a ribbon-cutting ceremony sponsored by the Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, March 27.
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By Zach Bott
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3/28/25
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