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Emma Stone, RN in Bothwell Hospital’s Critical Care Unit, received the prestigious DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses in May.
Stone receives DAISY award
Bothwell Regional Health Center recently presented its latest DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses to Emma Stone. The DAISY Award is for patients and their families to nominate nurses who give … more
Trial held for Pettis County landfill battle
The legal battle over a Pettis County ordinance restricting the construction of a new landfill had its day in court Wednesday, June 12 in Camden County. Western Commissioner Mark Edwards was … more
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Entertainment Briefs for June 13
Juneteenth Celebrations to be hosted Saturday, June 14 The 26th annual Juneteenth Celebration will be hosted at noon on Saturday, June 14 at Hubbard Park. The opening ceremony will be from noon … more
On Wednesday, June 11, First Christian Church Pastor Dr. Chad McMullin, on the right, and his son, Associate Pastor Chance McMullin, stand beside the construction site of a new expansion project at the church.
Expansion project underway at First Christian Church
First Christian Church is well on its way to creating a new welcome center for first-time visitors with a building project and expansion on the north side of the current building.  The … more
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Painters with Viking Industrial Painting, seen Tuesday, have finished repairs of the peeling Sedalia logo on the east water tower at no cost to the city. Viking recommended using an updated primer and improved application process to ensure long-term durability and reduce the risk of future issues.
PHOTO: Downtown water tower logo repairs completed
The Pettis County Commission’s new executive assistant, Morgan Koetting, started June 2, and is looking forward to working with commissioners Bill Taylor, Israel Baeza and Mark Edwards.
Pettis County Commission hires new executive assistant
Morgan Koetting was recently hired as Pettis County Commission’s new executive assistant. “I started Monday, June 2,” Koetting told the Democrat. “‘Everybody knows … more
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Man faces 12 felony charges after road rage incident
A road rage incident in Windsor left four people in the ditch and the intoxicated aggressor charged with 12 felonies and two misdemeanors on Friday, June 6.  Jeremy James Shacklett was … more
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Richard Renno
Benton County treasurer charged with attempting to entice child
Benton County Treasurer Richard Renno was arrested  Monday, June 9, by the Missouri State Highway Patrol.  Renno, 62, of Lincoln, faces charges of attempting to entice a child and … more
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Sue Foster with Heart of America Redistribution, Ruth Hain with Katy Trail Community Health, Harlan Zimmerman with Christian Aid Ministry, homeowner James Hoffman and Mazda of Columbia representatives Owen Orskog and T.J. Hessel on Friday, June 6, as volunteers repair Hoffman’s fire-damaged home.
Local man finds help after fire damages home
James Hoffman’s life was difficult enough. With no legs and living in a wheelchair it was hard to get anything accomplished. Then a fire in his East 10th Street home made life almost … more
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K9 handler Deputy Jimmy Moore finishes helping K9 Cav put on his protective vest. Once on, Cav is ready for action.
Cav’s Sole Pursuit Car Show set for Saturday
The Second Annual Cavs Sole Pursuit Car Show will be held Saturday, June 14, in Downtown Sedalia. “This is the second year,” Pettis County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Jimmy Moore … more
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Weekly Report: The Commission receives bridge proposals, hears road concerns
During daily meetings June 2 through June 6, the Pettis County Commission completed the following: Monday, June 2: The 911 call census was 1,815; the jail census was 250. The Commission … more
Community engagement director Jessica Hoffman interviews the three city administrator prospects, Jon Holmes, Matthew Wirt and Steve Rasmussen on Thursday, June 6, during a special work session of the Sedalia City Council.
Sedalia City Administrator candidates present to City Council
Three prospects for the City of Sedalia City Administrator position gave presentations to Mayor Andrew Dawson, members of the Sedalia City Council, city department heads and members of the public in … more
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Director of street operations and maintenance Justin Bray explains his department to city attorney Todd Smith, Mayor Andrew Dawson, City Administrator Candidate Jon Holmes, City Administrator Candidate Steve Rasmussen, Sedalia HR director Shannon Ramey-Trull, Sedalia community engagement director Jessica Hoffman and interim city administrator Matt Wirt on Wednesday, June 4.
City Administrator prospects tour Sedalia
Three finalists for the Sedalia City Administrator position met at the Municipal Building  Wednesday, June 4, for a bus tour of Sedalia. Kevin Knutson, Senior Vice President with Strategic … more
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The building at 207 West Main St. has been deteriorating over the past several months, but suffered additional damage from the recent storms. The sidewalk has been closed as well as eastbound traffic.
Main Street building's condition leads to sidewalk closure
The City of Sedalia has closed the sidewalk and eastbound traffic in the 200 block of West Main Street to protect public safety due to growing structural concerns about the vacant building located at … more
Police Chief David Woolery receives his 30-year service award from Interim City Administrator Matthew Wirt during the Monday, June 2, Sedalia City Council meeting.
Sedalia City Council presents Police Chief David Woolery with 30-year service award
Interim City Administrator  Matthew Wirt presented a 30-year service award to Sedalia Police Chief David Woolery during the Monday, June 2 Sedalia City Council Meeting.  “We … more
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Pettis deputies Mike DeHaven and Jake Brown were shot in the line of duty May 2 during a no-knock warrant service. A benefit concert for their families will be held from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, June 6.
Benefit concert to be held for injured Pettis County deputies
A benefit concert will be held Friday, June 6, at the Sedalia Moose Lodge 1494, 119 Winchester Dr, to support injured two Pettis County deputies shot in the line of duty last month.  Mike … 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
First responders were called to the scene of a derailment near Dresden at 4:19 p.m. Sunday, June 1. Pettis County Sheriff Brad Anders reports approximately five train cars derailed. There is no hazmat concern.
Train derails near Dresden
A train derailed Sunday, June 1 near Dresden.  According to Pettis County Sheriff Brad Anders, first responders were called to the scene at 4:19 p.m  Approximately five cars … more
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