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During the 2018 Juneteenth celebration at Hubbard Park, several young people play a game of basketball. This year’s celebration will begin at 3 p.m. Saturday at Hubbard Park.
Juneteenth celebration slated for Saturday
Hubbard Park will see a flurry of activity this Saturday as Juneteenth celebrations begin. Canceled last year, like so many activities due to COVID, the event is back and will feature food, music, … more
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City seeks photos for new branding initiative 
With the recent launch of Sedalia’s new branding initiative, “Let’s Cross Paths,” the City is requesting pictures from everyone within the Sedalia-Pettis County area who would … more
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Broadway/Ninth Street alley to close for work 
Evergy has notified the City of Sedalia that from midnight to 5 a.m. Thursday, June 17, the alley between East Broadway Boulevard and East Ninth Street will be closed from South Ingram Avenue to … more
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The 20-foot piece of streetcar rail that was discovered on Third Street is seen in comparison to Dr. Doug Kiburz’s hat. It is now located at W&M Welding until it can be restored.
Third Street dig uncovers buried streetcar rail
While digging for the new sewer and water lines recently along Third Street, Jacob Munson hit a piece of Sedalia’s history with his excavator.  “I dug up a piece of metal and it … more
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People gather at the Missouri State Fairgrounds for the Midwest Stud Ram Show and Sale being hosted this week. According to Sedalia Convention and Visitors Bureau Executive Director Carolyn Crooker, the Stud Ram Show has had a $2 million economic impact on Sedalia, excluding animals sold but including hotels, restaurants, gas, and shopping.
Tourism looks to increase in Sedalia as COVID-19 wanes
Tourism was brought to a halt in Sedalia over the last year, like countless other industries, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, as COVID restrictions are fading in Pettis County, there are plans … more
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Coworker Bob Rumsey, left, Maddie Rath and Kyler Rath, among others, release balloons Sunday at LeMaire’s Seafood Restaurant on the one-year anniversary of Hannah Fizer’s shooting death.
Hannah Fizer’s co-workers remember her
This past Sunday marked one year since Hannah Fizer was shot and killed during a traffic stop by a Pettis County Sheriff’s Office deputy next to LaMaire’s Seafood Restaurant. Without a … more
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Washington Ave. bridge closed for roadway repair
Washington Avenue at East Main Street including the Washington Avenue bridge will be closed from 7 a.m. Wednesday, June 16 until 8 a.m. Thursday, June 17 to allow for a roadway repair needed after a … more
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The Liberty Park bridge, seen Thursday, is safe but in need of plaster repair. A bid for $240,000 was rejected by the board at Thursday’s meeting.
Sedalia Park Board works through policies, rejects bid for bridge repair
At Thursday's Sedalia Parks and Recreation Department board meeting, a bid to work on the crumbling plaster on the Liberty Park Bridge was rejected as it was far more expensive than Parks staff had … more
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A “now hiring” sign at the Brick Front Grill, 3007 W. Broadway Blvd., is one of many seen throughout Sedalia Wednesday. Employers say they are having difficulties bringing in applicants due to the stiff local competition.
Help wanted signs show strength of local job market
For those seeking employment in Sedalia, the job market is very strong. Signs on local businesses encourage job seekers to “apply within” and online job boards like Indeed.com and … more
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Children’s Librarian Amy Elvers helps Shawna Davidson and her daughter, Aiyana Davidson, check-in books on Tuesday that Aiyana read for the summer reading program.
Sedalia libraries kick-off summer reading programs
The Sedalia Public Library and Boonslick Regional Library have started their summer reading programs this week with the hope to keep kids, preschool through 12th grade, reading year-round. Every … more
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Firefighter of the Year Colby Snap is given a plaque recognizing his dedication at Monday’s Sedalia City Council meeting by Fire Chief Greg Harrell.
Sedalia City Council expands Sedalia with annexation of Sedalia Tabernacle
At Monday evening’s Sedalia City Council meeting, the Council voted to expand its current boundaries with the annexation of two parcels of land both owned by the Sedalia Tabernacle.  A … more
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Fan Drive raises money for families in need
With the hot summer just beginning, households are probably glad to have a fan, but not every household has one. In response to this, Westlake Ace Hardware and the Sedalia Salvation Army are … more
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Lily Ann Christensen, 20 months, walks toward an unidentified woman at the Liberty Park Pool Monday afternoon. Lily was at the pool with her mother, Megan Christensen, of Sedalia, who said the pair also went to the pool on Friday. Liberty Park and Centennial Park pools opened Thursday.
Sedalia pools now open
With sunny skies and warmer temperatures, Sedalia’s pools are now off to a swimmingly good start featuring a wide variety of activities this summer. Although rain and cool temps prevented … more
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Kyle Edwards, of VFW Post 2591, and his fiance, Gracie Bruha, honor the wreath for Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom during the Memorial Day ceremony hosted Monday morning at Crown Hill Cemetery.
The next generation steps up: Young veterans helping VFW Post 2591
A group of young veterans in their 20s and 30s is trying to breathe new life into VFW Post 2591. Army veteran Tony Karr, 31, has been a member of the VFW since 2012, but his schedule and the … more
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A monarch butterfly visits the monarch way-station at Vermont Park Thursday. A celebration of the royal butterflies is planned for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 5.
Sedalia Parks to host celebration for monarch butterflies
Monarch butterflies are currently passing through Missouri on their annual migration up from Mexico. Missouri has the necessary nectar-producing plants the monarchs need and one plant essential for … more
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Thursday morning, Dr. Rebecca Imhauser stands beside American Red Cross documents while at the Pettis County Museum. The Pettis County Historical Society will host an Open House at the museum from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday.
Pettis County Historical Society to host Open House
History will be on display Saturday during the Pettis County Museum’s Open House, including a scrapbook containing the events of local Honor Flight veterans. The Open House is sponsored by … more
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A young boy receives a helping hand after coming down a slide at Centennial Pool Tuesday, June 23, 2020. Summer sunshine and pleasant temperatures brought many people to the pool to enjoy a summer day. Centennial Park Pool, 1400 E. 16th St., is open from 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and from 1 to 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
Pool parties & more planned for summer, courtesy of Sedalia Parks and Rec
The Dino Dig on June 2 is the latest example of fun activities the Sedalia Parks and Recreation Department has planned for the summer.  Special Events and Marketing Manager Savannah Lynde … more
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As of June 17, Galaxy 10 Cinemas will be managed by B&B Theatres based in Liberty. The Wagenknecht family will still retain ownership of the Sedalia movie theatre.
B&B Theatres to take over management of Galaxy Cinemas
On Wednesday B&B Theatres announced a management deal with the owner of Galaxy 10 Cinemas in Sedalia.The Galaxy 10 is still owned by the Wagenknecht family which has been in the movie theater … more
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A concession stand is a mess after multiple break-ins occurred in Centennial Park concession stands over a two-day period last week. Three juveniles have been identified as the people who stole food items and caused damage.
Juveniles identified as concession stand break-in suspects
While Memorial Day weekend was fun for some people in Sedalia, the Sedalia Parks and Recreation Department was cleaning up a mess.  Parks and Rec Director Amy Epple said there were three … more
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SPD warns about potential new phone scam
Central Missouri Credit Union in Warrensburg notified the Sedalia Police Department on May 28, that its area has been experiencing scammers posing as local bankers or credit intuitions and have … more
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