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Martin Warren Elementary to celebrate 100 years with assembly, open house

WARRENSBURG – It’s not very often that a school celebrates a century in one location. But on Thursday afternoon, May 2, Martin Warren Elementary School will celebrate hitting the century mark with an assembly and open house for the community.
From right, Dr. Amy Kiger, Kourtney Dutton, Dr. Crissy Hall (UCM), City Manager Danielle Dulin, Fire Chief Ken Jennings, Capt. Dan Othic (UCM), and City Clerk Jodi Schneider pose for a picture sporting Naloxone kits.  Photo courtesy of the Warrensburg Fire Department

City of Warrensburg and UCM partner to provide Naloxone on campus

WARRENSBURG – With opioid overdoses becoming more common in today’s world, the City of Warrensburg and the University of Central Missouri have decided to take action, partnering together to provide Naloxone across the school’s campus.

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Old Drum to host open mic
From left, SFCC President Brent Bates, Elaina Wirths from Pilot Grove High School and Dean for Technical Education and Workforce Innovation Michael Leonard. Photo courtesy of State Fair Community College

SFCC students receive national scholarship

State Fair Community College took part in the NC3 National Letter of Intent Signing on April 17. This national event sponsored by the National Coalition of Certification Centers mirrors the NCAA’s National Signing Day for athletes who commit to play sports in college. It is designed to honor students who are entering a technical field and to celebrate the dignity of work.

Weekly Report: Pettis County Commission approves building purchase, discusses construction projects

 During daily meetings April 22-26, the Pettis County Commission completed the following:
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Windsor HS wins Distracted Driving Pledge contest

Six Missouri high schools were recognized during an April 16 ceremony at the Missouri State Capitol for winning top spots and $15,500 in donations during the AAA Buckle Up Phone Down High School Showdown 2023.

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Crash Reports April 30

One killed, one injured in Benton County rollover

UCM earns 2024 Tree Campus Higher Education distinction

The University of Central Missouri was honored with the 2024 Tree Campus Higher Education recognition by the Arbor Day Foundation for its commitment to effective urban forest management.

Police Reports April 30

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.

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Roadrunners baseball riding roller coaster season into playoffs

Sophomore Logan Miller hits the ball during the State Fair Community College baseball team’s game against Moberly Area Community College on April 23 at Liberty Park Stadium. Miller is fifth on the team with a .308 batting average, but leads the team with 28 stolen bases this season. Photo by Jack Denebeim | Democrat
The State Fair Community College baseball team has been on quite the roller coaster ride this season.
State Fair Community College sophomore Sami Picha celebrates her solo home run with her teammates as she crosses home plate during the second game of the sub-regional tournament Saturday against Missouri State University - West Plains at Centennial Park. Picha had three hits and three RBIs in the team’s 9-5 win. Photo by Jack Denebeim | Democrat

Lady Roadrunners sweep sub-regional games, advance to final four

The State Fair Community College softball team won their sub-regional games Saturday to advance to the final four of the regional tournament.

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The University of Central Missouri Concert Choir poses for a photo after its second performance of the tour in St. John's Church in Riga, Latvia. Dr. Jackson Thomas said working with the University of Latvia choir during the performance was the most enriching experience he and his students had.
WARRENSBURG — Earlier this year, the University of Central Missouri Concert Choir had the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to travel to Europe to perform in the Baltic States of Estonia, Lithuania, and Latvia.
Welding students from State Fair Community College work at the Ames Municipal Power Plant. Photo courtesy of State Fair Community College
Four State Fair Community College Technology Welding students were recently offered a hands-on learning opportunity.
Smithton FBLA members attended the State Leadership Conference April 14-16 in Springfield. Photo courtesy of Smithton FBLA
Missouri Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) welcomed more than 5,000 attendees from nearly 400 chapters to the record-breaking State Leadership Conference April 14-16 in Springfield to celebrate the 65th year as an organization.

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New sports editor joins Democrat staff

The Sedalia Democrat has welcomed a new sports editor in the newsroom.
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Angel Hughes has been working at Steak 'n Shake for six months and said the job has given her better skills in communication, problem solving and customer interaction. A paycheck and new friends come with the job as well. Photo by Chris Howell | Democrat
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.
Smith-Cotton students gather around the Housing table on Thursday, April 18, during a financial program, Reality Check, hosted by Central Bank of Sedalia. The program began five years ago and helps area high school students learn how to balance their bills with their salaries. The Housing table volunteers were all Sedalia real estate agents. Photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney | Democrat
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.
Auto Glass Express employees gather for a photo on Monday, April 15, as they prepare to celebrate 25 years of business. From left are Adam Gabel, glass technician; Derrick Goodman, owner; Otto, the bloodhound; Yelena Butenko, assistant office manager; Brandon Goodman, owner; and Amber Staten, office manager. Not shown are glass technicians Patrick McGuire and Darell Crain. Photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney | Democrat
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.
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Ear, nose and throat specialist joins Bothwell medical team
Dr. Peter Gochee, a board-certified otolaryngologist, has joined Bothwell Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT).

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Mandatory minimum sentences are an old idea, but not a good one

It should be common sense: Criminal justice laws ought to make us safer.

Writer puts a name to a fuzzy face

Those yellow-bellied dusty devils are at it again. They've launched their annual full-scale attack, and no amount of antihistamines can stop them.

Dr. W.J. Ferguson honored by lodge members

In the mid-to-late 19th century, before Worker’s Compensation, Social Security, and the practice of employers providing life or hospitalization insurance to their employees had been established, an injury or death of a worker could plunge the family into abject poverty.

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