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World War II, James Shipley

Despite various forms of discrimination in the United States, African-Americans still wanted to do their part to help their country during times of war. This is one of the stories.

Latisha Koetting

James Shipley, of Tipton, volunteered for the service at 19, because he couldn’t find a job. His mother had to sign for him. When he was sent to Fort Leavenworth, Kan., he was told to bring clothes for three days. He ended up staying in the... Full story

Vietnam and Cold War, James Montgomery

Despite various forms of discrimination in the United States, African-Americans still wanted to do their part to help their country during times of war. This is one of the stories.

Latisha Koetting

James Montgomery, of Sedalia, always knew he wanted to join the Navy. He enlisted in 1960 after he graduated from high school. His father, a Navy veteran, was his inspiration. The only thing he didn’t like was the job the Navy selected for... Full story

From City Hospital No. 2 to the City Council, Lauretta Emerson has spent her life focusing on 'doing something positive'

Dennis Rich

In honor of Black History Month, each Sunday in February we will profile local African Americans who have made significant contributions to our community. This is the second of four profiles.   Helping others seems to come naturally to... Full story

Those who know Steve Boggs say he’s a hard-nosed, fair-minded advocate for civil rights

Dennis Rich

Ed. note: In honor of Black History Month, each Sunday in February we will profile local African Americans who have made significant contributions to our community.    This is the first of four profiles. Steve Boggs is a humble man, not... Full story

A Walmart greeter becomes Facebook sensation after teen creates page for him

Latisha Koetting

Mackenzie Westphal knew just what to do when a friend challenged her to a contest to see who could generate more fans on Facebook. She never dreamed of how her efforts would turn out. Mackenzie, a seventh-grader at Sacred Heart School, decided to... Full story

Boy Scouts camp out in a cardboard city to raise funds for the Community Cafe

Tonya Fennell

Boy Scout Troop 54 raised more than $300 and collected a trailer full of canned goods and paper products during its third annual Cardboard Campout. Star Scout Alex Eppenauer, 13, began the fundraiser, which benefits the Community Cafe, three years... Full story

Friendship, equality, community service focus of events planned to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Friendship, equality and community service will be the focus of events meant to honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. during official observance of his birthday on Monday. Events Saturday and today in Sedalia focused on youth, at the annual... Full story

Slow cookers can make almost any kind of meal

Faith Bemiss

Food made in a slow cooker, when the snow is blowing and the wind chill is minus-20, brings warm comfort to the kitchen and smiles to faces of contented, homebound family members. Simplicity is the rule. Recipes are easily found online and many... Full story

Missouri has its share of odd-sounding town names

Courtney Hudson and Tonya Fennell

Missouri is home to many towns, cities and villages with odd or interesting names. Places such as Not, Only and Enough are commonly used words, while others such as Frogtown, Goodnight and Conception are more Peculiar — the name of another... Full story

Readers' top 10 stories of 2009

Democrat staff

The Sedalia Democrat asked readers what their choices would be for the top 10 stories of 2009. Readers were asked to fill out a ballot and here are the final results of the voting:1. Jobless rate at a 15-year high in Pettis County2. Mayor Bob Wasson... Full story

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