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Children enjoy a carnival ride at the Missouri State Fair in 2023. This year, the MSF will run from Aug. 7-17, and the theme will be "Step on In." Democrat File Photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney
Preparations underway for Missouri State Fair
This year, Missouri State Fair visitors can "Step on In" to experience new and returning shows and entertainers from Aug. 7-17. more
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Kelly Chapin-Hagen, of Sedalia, will open her exhibit, "Spiraling Toward Existence," with an artist reception from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 10, at the Hayden Liberty Center. It is free and open to the public. Photo courtesy of Kelly Chapin-Hagen
Chapin-Hagen to open exhibit at Hayden Liberty Center
Sedalia artist Kelly Chapin-Hagen will open her newest exhibit on Thursday, July 10, with an artist reception at the Hayden Liberty Center. more
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Leo Dick, a great fan of the Missouri State Fair, has collected many historical items from the Fair and met many famous people who entertained there, including feather dancer Sally Rand. Rand's son wrote a book about her that Dick keeps in his living room. Photo by Faith Bemiss_McKinney | Democrat
Sedalia’s Leo Dick keeps MSF history alive
Sedalia's Leo Dick recently turned 86, and after decades of collecting Missouri State Fair and other historical memorabilia, he's planning to display it for others to enjoy. more
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LCAA presents "Once Upon a Mattress"’
LCAA presents "Once Upon a Mattress"
A cheeky take on a Hans Christian Andersen classic will be presented by LCAA Junior Theatre this weekend.  “The Princess and the Pea” its source material, “Once Upon a … more
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Lillian Seymour (Suzanne Peterson) and Kate Bixley (Jessica Jones) help mystery author Crane Hammond (Amber Harshner) to her feet following a big stampede through her house during a dress rehearsal for "Exit the Body" in September 2024, at the Hayden Liberty Center.
LCAA offers well-rounded theatre programs
Theatre productions at the Liberty Center Association for the Arts continue to grow year-round and provide artistic outlets for adults and area youth. Carl Hutcherson, chair of the LCAA Theatre … more
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On Thursday, June 12, members of the Sedalia Concert Band practice at Convention Hall for the 2025 summer season. The band's first concert is at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 19, at Liberty Park.
Sedalia Concert Band begins summer season June 19
Sedalia Concert Band will begin its summer season this Thursday, June 19, at Liberty Park with a variety of numbers.  The band, which has been playing for 128 years, will once again delight … more
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“George Graham Vest: The Life and Times of Dog's Best Friend looks into the life of George Graham Vest.
New biography unveils life of George Graham Vest
A new book will hit the shelves on Friday, June 13, in Pettis County  as Author Stephen M. Vest, editor and publisher of Kentucky Monthly, comes to town to unveil a book on his ancestor titled, … more
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Senior Center Gala honoree, Marguerite Pabst.
Senior Center Gala will rock to the sock-hopping 50s
Those attending this year's third annual Sedalia Senior Center Gala will be rockin' to the music of the '50s while listening to dueling pianos. This year's theme is "Hear Our Stories: Let's Go … more
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On Saturday, June 7, Chris Jones plays his accordion during the third annual Warsaw ArtFest Open Mic Event hosted at The Locker Room. The event is organized by poet and author Debbie Noland of Warsaw. Jones is a self-taught accordionist and has played professionally for 25 years in Chicago, Las Vegas, Denver and Atlanta.
PHOTOS: Warsaw ArtFest Open Mic sees third year of presentations
In 2023, Vicki Weaver, the education curator at the Daum Museum of Contemporary Art, talks to students about Visual Thinking Strategies when viewing art. Weaver, who helped begin the program, will retire on June 30.
The Daum Museum's Weaver to retire
Vicki Weaver, the education curator at the Daum Museum of Contemporary Art, will retire on June 30 after a 26-year career.  Weaver, a Sedalia artist, began her career as an adjunct … more
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On Friday, May 30, renowned pianist Joshua Rifkin, left, receives the 2025 Scott Joplin International Ragtime Festival Outstanding Achievement Award from Festival Artistic Director Bryan Wright, center, and Ragtime Kid Program Director William McNally.
Renown pianist Joshua Rifkin plays at Scott Joplin Festival
Renowned pianist, conductor and musicologist Joshua Rifkin graced this year's Scott Joplin International Ragtime Festival with a performance at the Hayden Liberty Center on Friday, May … more
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The Lovestruck Balladeers play a tune on Saturday, May 31, inside the Stark Tent during the Scott Joplin International Ragtime Festival.
Lovestruck Balladeers play traditional, modern music
Creating a new vibe, The Lovestruck Balladeers played various tunes during this year's Scott Joplin International Ragtime Festival in downtown Sedalia.  The group is composed of Jake … more
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On Saturday, May 31, from left, ragtime entertainers Paul Orsi, Tadao Tomokiyo, and Stephanie Trick carry a banner during the Scott Joplin International Ragtime Festival Parade.
PHOTOS: Ragtime Festival hosts parade, fashion show
Frederick Hodges played his ragtime chops at the Fox Theater Friday, May 30, as people came in for a free dance lesson.
Ragtime music causes spontaneous dancing
The Scott Joplin Ragtime Festival was in full swing Friday, May 30, as pianist Paul Orsi played to a large audience under the Stark tent on Fifth Street. Jeanette Watts, dressed in vintage garb, … more
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Scott Joplin Festival Books Team: Larry C. Melton, Becky Imhauser, on left, and Deb Biermann. The Books Team produced the current book, "Now I've Played Sedalia" and “Scott Joplin Ragtime Festival Memories,” released for the 50th Anniversary Festival in 2024.
New Ragtime book, 'Now I've Played Sedalia' available
Released right in time for this year's Scott Joplin International Ragtime Festival, the book "Now I've Played Sedalia: The Story of America’s Music Emerging from Sedalia, MO 1860 — … more
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: During the 2024 Scott Joplin International Ragtime Festival, Royce Martin smiles after performing the "Temptation Rag." This year, the Festival will begin on Wednesday, May 28, and conclude on Saturday, May 31.
Scott Joplin Festival returns Wednesday
It's festival time again. The Scott Joplin International Ragtime Festival returns with a full lineup of live music, beginning Wednesday, May 28, with celebrations at the Pavilion in downtown … more
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On Wednesday, May 21, Linda Hoover, right, and friend Linda Rhoads-North pose for a photo with two paintings of each other that are included in their exhibit, "Out and About Sedalia," showing at the Hayden Liberty Center.
The 'Two Lindas' open an art show at LCAA
"Out and About Sedalia," an art show by the "Two Lindas," opened at the Hayden Liberty Center on May 8. Former Sedalia Visual Art Association President Linda Hoover, of Houstonia, and member … more
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Lisa Payne’s acrylic on canvas ‘The Weight of All I Am’ evokes the fracturing effect of constant pressure on women as they try to remain creative, the theme of the Nevertheless, She Persisted exhibit at the Daum Museum of Modern Art.
'‘Nevertheless, She Persisted’ set to open at Daum Museum
The Daum Museum of Contemporary Art, 3201 West 16 th St, is hosting a unique look at female creativity with “Nevertheless, She Persisted,” running May 31 through Sept. 7.  Garry … more
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Scott Stephens, of Sedalia, recently published a political thriller, "Black Monday." Stephens, who lived in Germany for a time, resided in Stover for almost 10 years before moving to Sedalia.
Local man writes political thriller, ‘Black Monday’
Scott Stephens' political thriller "Black Monday" paints a scenario of "espionage, corporate secrets and geopolitical warfare" in the oil industry. Stephens, of Sedalia, was a student at … more
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S-C Senior Glaster receives Hagan Scholarship
Smith-Cotton High School senior Jeffthan Glaster, who graduated Saturday, May 17, has received a $60,000 scholarship as a Hangan Scholar. Glaster , the son of Ruth Martinez, plans to attend the … more
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