Laquisha D. Miller, 46, was arrested on June 10 for indecent exposure, obstruction by failure to identify, and assaulting officers. Officers responded to a business in the 300 block of East Cooper Boulevard where an unknown female was seen with her top off. Officers located and approached the female subject, who became verbally upset, refused to identify herself and assaulted the officers. She was transported to the Warrensburg Police Department, booked and released. more

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has nearly completed work on a backlog of requests for records submitted to his office by the public last year. more

JOHNSON COUNTY — The 2024 edition of the Johnson County Fair begins its festivities on Tuesday, July 9, at the Johnson County Fairgrounds in Warrensburg. more

Man from Whiteman Air Force Base injured in Johnson County crash more

Warrensburg High School students ranked in the top 15% of their classes were recognized at the 36th Annual Academic Excellence Awards Banquet on Thursday, June 27, at the University of Central Missouri. more

To have your event or meeting listed or changed, send details to news@warrensburgstarjournal.com or call 660-747-8123. more

WARRENSBURG — Ice cream trucks are not a new thing in America. more

The contest event portion of the Johnson County Youth Fair took place on Saturday, June 22, at the JC Cowboy Church. more

SFCC Spring 2024 Academic Honors more

Three Republican candidates are running for state Senate District 31, a four-year term, in the Aug. 6 primary election. more

KNOB NOSTER — In its first air show since the COVID pandemic, Whiteman Air Force Base will host Wings Over Whiteman on Saturday, July 13, and Sunday, July 14. more

SEDALIA — With fireworks stands open for Fourth of July sales, operators are urging folks to exercise some caution while having a blast with pyrotechnics. more

HOLDEN — The Holden Police Department announced via a press release that a male was struck by lightning in the parking area at the Holden Chamber of Commerce Rodeo and later died to his injuries. more

KNOB NOSTER — Retired Master Sgt. Thomas Nevins and Major Jackie Beach were each presented with their own quilt of valor on Thursday, June 27, at the Knob Noster United Methodist Church, thanking them for their service. more

The University of Central Missouri announced its new partnership with the General Education Mobile program. more

WARRENSBURG — Three Warrensburg properties were awarded over $140,000 by the Missouri Main Street Connection and its Paul Bruhn Historic Revitalization Subgrant program. more

Col. Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, reminds Missouri’s travelers to make smart choices for a safe Fourth of July holiday. more

Kahlill D. Smith, 28, was arrested on June 3 for resisting arrest, stealing a motor vehicle, fourth-degree assault, driving while suspended and receiving stolen property. Officers attempted to stop a vehicle at East Young Street and U.S. Highway 50. The vehicle failed to yield and the driver fled on foot on Russell Avenue near Burkarth Road. He was processed at the Warrensburg Police Department then transported to the Johnson County Jail on a 24 hour hold. Smith was also arrested for trespass of a motor vehicle and stealing after stolen property was located in his possession in the 700 block of East Gay Street. He was processed at the Warrensburg Police Department then transported to the Johnson County Jail. more

Warrensburg man drowns in Henry County mowing mishap more