Strong pitching leads Gremlins, Cardinals to championship game

Sacred Heart senior Gavin Caldwell pitches the ball in the Kaysinger Conference Baseball Tournament semifinal game against Northwest Monday night in Lincoln. Caldwell pitched seven innings and struck out 12.

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Sacred Heart and Tipton will square off for the right to be crowned Kaysinger Conference champions Thursday night.

World Champs: Smith-Cotton wins it all at FIRST Robotics Championships in Houston

Team SCREAM members senior Ziek Barth-Fagan, junior Jaimeson Severa, junior Jordan Hoover, junior Morgan Withers, senior Parker Ellison and junior Jackson Sparks celebrate their victory at the 2024 FIRST Robotics World Championships in Houston with a welcome-home celebration Sunday evening, April 21 at Smith-Cotton High School.

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After competing at the FIRST Robotics World Championships in Houston, Texas, an enthusiastic crowd eagerly awaited Team SCREAM’s return to Smith-Cotton High School on Sunday evening, April 21.

Police report one shot, one arrested in South Sneed shooting Sunday

A Sedalia man has been charged as an accessory to second-degree murder after a shooting over the weekend.

Central Missouri dedicates Harbert Collegiate Golf Center

Matt Howdeshell, Tim Poe, Rand Harbert, Kelly Harbert, Courtney Goddard, Roger Best and Chris Port cut a ribbon celebrating the grand opening of the Harbert Collegiate Golf Center on Saturday, April 20, at Mules National Golf Club.

WARRENSBURG — A project built on relationships, the University of Central Missouri held a ceremony celebrating the completion of the Harbert Collegiate Golf Center on Saturday, April 20.

Sedalia/Pettis NAACP hosts Freedom Fund Banquet

Bishop Paul Jones, pastor of Burns Freewill Baptist Church, sings

A large crowd attended the Sedalia/Pettis County NAACP Freedom Fund Banquet on Saturday, April 20. This year's theme was "We have not arrived yet," which was the topic of guest speaker Bishop Paul Jones’ remarks.

Senate battle over taxes that fund Missouri Medicaid leaves state budget in limbo

On Jan. 18, the ninth day of the 2024 legislative session, a bill essential to balancing the state budget was placed first in line on the Senate’s calendar for debate.

Weekly Report: Pettis County Commission meets with community partners

During daily meetings April 15-19, the Pettis County Commission completed the following:

Police Reports April 23

This list is a sampling of crime in Sedalia and the surrounding area. Information is taken from official police reports, which do not necessarily contain statements from all parties involved in each case.

Crash Reports April 23

Three injured in Benton County four-wheeler rollover

UCM champions sustainability during Earth Week

As Earth Week draws global focus to sustainable living, the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg will showcase a lineup of events from April 22-27 designed to promote environmental awareness and demonstrate the university’s commitment to sustainability practices.

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New sports editor joins Democrat staff

The Sedalia Democrat has welcomed a new sports editor in the newsroom.

Real Estate Transactions April 23

April 8

In front of the church, the new community labyrinth sits, awaiting to open in the near future on Thursday, April 11, at the Warrensburg Church of the Brethren.

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Warrensburg Church of the Brethren introduces community labyrinth

WARRENSBURG – The Warrensburg Church of the Brethren is set to complete a community labyrinth aimed at giving a meditative and peaceful experience.

College student Savannah Tracy works as a lifeguard for Sedalia Parks and Recreation. Tracy says lifeguarding is the perfect summer job.

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Seeking a summer job? Employers offer sound advice

As schools prepare to let students out for summer vacation, many are preparing to look for jobs.

Missouri House gives initial OK to bill protecting pesticide-makers

The Missouri House gave initial approval this week to a bill that could protect pesticide manufacturers from some cancer lawsuits.

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Photo: S-C's Homan earns MARE scholarship

Crash Reports April 20

Police Reports April 29

Boonslick Regional Library popular books for April 20

Boonslick Regional Library outreach schedule for April 22-26

Club Notes April 20

Sedalia Senior Center menu for April 22-26

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Tournament Update: Cole Camp upsets Windsor, Tipton advances

Cole Camp senior Grady Strathman connects with the baseball during the Kaysinger Conference Baseball Tournament game between Cole Camp and Windsor. Strathman went one for three with an RBI against the Greyhounds.

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Colton Dieckman found himself in a dicey situation Saturday.

Senior Devin Myers serves the ball during a doubles match at the Smith-Cotton Invitational Tennis Tournament Friday. Myers and his partner, senior Jordan Baldwin, placed fourth in their doubles bracket.

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Tigers tennis hosts S-C Invitational, places seventh

The Smith-Cotton boys tennis team placed seventh at the Smith-Cotton Invitational Tournament Friday at Liberty Park.

Kaysinger baseball tournament begins Saturday

The Northwest baseball team is looking to three-peat as Kaysinger Conference champions.
Sedalia’s Own: Gauge Young fighting his way to the UFC

When he took up kickboxing in high school, Sedalia-raised Gauge Young didn’t think it would lead him to …
Area Roundup: Northwest softball, Windsor baseball continue dominance

In a rematch of the Kaysinger Conference Softball Tournament championship game, Northwest senior Valerie …

Smith-Cotton makes pair of coaching moves

The Smith-Cotton boys basketball team and girls wrestling team will have new head coaches next …
Former Roadrunner to continue basketball career at Valparaiso University

Devon Ellis has been away from home for too long.
Northwest claims back-to-back conference titles

The Northwest softball team’s revenge tour made a stop at the Kaysinger Conference Softball …

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Education

Boys & Girls Club members compete at state Youth of the Year

Boys & Girls Clubs of West Central Missouri was well represented during the 2024 Missouri State Youth of the Year competition, hosted April 2-3 in Jefferson City. Dottie Donatti, 19, and Samaya Butler, 11, enjoyed two days of fun activities, meeting with local legislators and an awards luncheon.

Missouri House narrowly sends private-school tax credit, charter expansion to governor’s desk

A massive education bill that expands a private school scholarship program and opens up Boone County to charter schools squeaked out of the Missouri House and to the governor’s desk on Thursday, winning the bare minimum number of votes needed for passage.

Central Bank hosts Reality Check for S-C students

For the fifth year, Central Bank of Sedalia hosted a special program, Reality Check, for Smith-Cotton High School students.

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Business

Auto Glass Express celebrates 25 years

Auto Glass Express, a family-owned business, is looking forward to celebrating 25 years in business. It credits the community for its longevity.

Sedalia Democrat announces change in publication days

Starting later this month, the Sedalia Democrat will transition to a twice-weekly print publication.

Ear, nose and throat specialist joins Bothwell medical team

Dr. Peter Gochee, a board-certified otolaryngologist, has joined Bothwell Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT).

Bothwell Medical Equipment to host open house at new location

Bothwell Medical Equipment will host a public open house and ribbon cutting at 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 24 at its new location.

Johnson joins Sumner Insurance Services

Sumner Insurance Services announced the addition of Laramey Johnson to its staff of insurance agents.

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April 1

Earl, center wearing a brown jacket, and Susan, center left behind Earl, pose with their staff for a photo in Dirt-Modified Magazine in 2015. The Wallses bought Central Missouri Speedway in 1994, and have worked tirelessly to make it the track it is today 30 years later.

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Central Missouri Speedway owners celebrate 30th year of operations

WARRENSBURG — Owners Earl and Susan Walls are set to begin their 30th year of owning and operating the Central Missouri Speedway with their first races of the season on April 20.

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