New Sedalia Pettis County Emergency Management Agency Director Dave Clippert had his unofficial debut Wednesday at EMA’s storm spotter training session.
“You know, I am really surprised at how many people we have,” Clippert said, adding he was “very pleased” with the turnout.
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