The long-rumored development of a QuikTrip at the northwest corner of West Broadway Boulevard and South Limit Avenue has been confirmed. more

Anchor Point Advisory Group, a leading Missouri CPA and advisory firm, is pleased to announce its acquisition of the long-established and highly respected Gillum & Gillum CPAs in Warrensburg. more

KNOB NOSTER — Diana Kearney is the owner of the Always Something New Thrift Shop of Knob Noster, 1118 NE 75th Road. more

Marvin Smoot, Vice President of Clinic Operations, gave an in depth look into Bothwell Regional Health Center's survivability in the ever changing healthcare environment during the Friday, Dec. 19, Pettis County Pachyderm Club meeting. more

Bethany Bankshares, Inc., the holding company of BTC Bank, and Latham Bancshares, Inc., the holding company of The Tipton Latham Bank, N.A., have jointly announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement pursuant to which Bethany Bankshares, Inc. will acquire Latham Bancshares, Inc. through a series of mergers, with Bethany Bankshares, Inc. continuing as the surviving corporation. more

For families looking for activities to keep the children busy during the Christmas break, from school, Sedalia has several events and places to consider, including Power Up! Arcade. more

Dining local during the holiday season helps one explore restaurants owned by Sedalia residents who offer a Christmas and New Year’s experience. more

Sedalia’s newest McDonald’s is set to open this week. more

Finding that special gift at Christmas can be challenging, but Bodyworks Day Spa & Boutique has many one-of-a-kind gift ideas. more

Brick Front Grill, 3007 West Broadway Boulevard, is a thriving Mediterranean restaurant open for 20 years. more

AnJanae Moore, who owns OohWee Wings & Moore food truck, passed out more than 150 free meals at the Sedalia Housing Authority on Saturday, Nov. 29. more

KNOB NOSTER — Right off of North State Street in downtown Knob Noster sits a humble brewery and taproom, just a four-minute drive from Whiteman Air Force Base. more

DRESDEN — Two local companies, which began five years ago with only five team members, have expanded to over 100 employees and a $22 million operation, showcasing their significant community impact. more

After being part of American currency for over 230 years, the US Treasury has announced the end of the US penny in 2026. more

Five Sedalia banks have partnered to create the Battle of the Banks Food Drive to help with food insecurity in the local area. more

WireCo WorldGroup, 24150 Oak Grove Lane, has seen an increase in its wire rope production since making significant investments in the Sedalia facility and others across the state. more

Kim Shrader, a Sedalia shop owner who has owned Shabby 2 Chic Boutiques for eight years, recently moved to a new location at 3200 W. 16th St. Her shop offers fashionable clothing and Kendra Scott jewelry for middle-aged women. Shrader is also planning holiday events for shoppers. more

Carol Sawyer was chosen as the 2025-26 Sedalia Business Woman of the Year during the Sedalia Business Women’s annual Public Relations Dinner on Thursday, Nov. 6, at the Sedalia Shrine Club. more

Shopping local during the holidays helps small business owners but also creates a network of benefits that trickle down through the whole community. more