A week after filing opened, four Sedalia City Council incumbents still have no challengers to their positions.
Ward 1 Councilwoman Jo Lynn Turley, Ward 2 Councilwoman Becca La Strada, Ward 3 Councilman Bob Cross and Ward 4 Councilman Ken Norton will vie to retain their seats during the April 2 municipal election. According to City Clerk Arlene Silvey, even if there are no contested races, by law, the city must still hold an election.
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