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Sedalia, Marshall residents sentenced for conspiracy to distribute meth
Two Sedalia residents and two Marshall residents were sentenced in federal court Tuesday, Dec. 19 for their roles in a conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine. more
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Ron Wineinger
Ron Wineinger remembered as an inspiration to many in Sedalia
Ronald W. Wineinger, 78, of Sedalia, died Friday, Dec. 15. Wineinger was a passionate educator with a 25-year tenure at State Fair Community College. His vision for the performing arts helped form the foundation for today's theater program. more
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On Tuesday, Dec. 19, two deer sparkle in the afternoon sun in a yard in the 5000 block of Locust Lane in Sedalia. As Christmas nears, Sedalians are going all out with holiday yard decorations. Photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney | Democrat
Photos: From Santa to pumpkins, Sedalia decorates for Christmas
Hon. Robert L. Koffmann was appointed as the 18th Circuit Court judge in 2005 and is retiring at the end of the year. He is planning on still taking several Supreme Court cases per year. Photo by Chris Howell | Democrat
Judge Koffman to retire from 18th Circuit Court
The Hon. Robert L. Koffman is stepping down as presiding judge of the 18th Circuit Court and took time as he packed his office in the Pettis Courthouse to reminisce on his career as a judge. more
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The risk of home fires increases during the holiday season and live Christmas trees can add to that risk. Sedalia Fire Chief Matt Irwin said live trees should be  watered adequately, because a dry tree can quickly become a fire hazard. Photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney | Democrat
December is the top month for U.S. home fires
Although the holiday is supposed to be festive with gift-giving, family, food, and decorations, one must be aware that there is an increase in fire hazards to keep in mind. According to the National Fire Protection Association, Christmas Day and Christmas Eve are among the leading days of the year for home fires. more
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Local Briefs Dec. 15
Quisenberry Road to close for road repairs more
Pettis County receives Safe Streets for All grant
On Wednesday, Dec. 13, Pettis County announced it had been awarded $266,120 through a Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant by the Department of Transportation. This award will be used by the County to develop a comprehensive safety action plan. more
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A bare tree is colorful again for the winter season as it is covered in twinkle lights amid dozens of holiday light displays on Wednesday evening, Dec. 13 at Light Up Liberty in Liberty Park. Photo by Nicole Cooke | Democrat
Light Up Liberty adds 24 new displays
Light Up Liberty grows brighter each Christmas as new light displays are added yearly. This year, Sedalia Parks and Recreation has added 24 new scenes that make the holiday all the more festive for Sedalians. more
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Pettis County Collector Marsha Boeschen has made a list and is checking it twice hoping taxpayers will update their information and be sure to pay taxes by Dec. 31 to avoid penalties. Photo by Chris Howell | Democrat
Pettis County Collector busy with tax due date looming
Pettis County Collector Marsha Boeschen is busy this time of year making sure everyone gets their tax bills paid by Dec. 31. more
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The Two-Bit Barber Company is raising money to help in the rehabilitation of one of their barbers, Zachary Monath, who was injured in a Nov. 4 motorcycle wreck. Photo by Chris Howell | Democrat
Friends rally to help local barber injured in motorcycle wreck
According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol report, at 4:50 p.m. Nov. 4, Zachary K. Monath, 39, of Sedalia, was riding a 1994 Harley-Davidson Softail east on U.S. Highway 50 when he struck a patch of standing water in the roadway, skidded off the right side of the roadway, and was ejected. more
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Weekly Report: Pettis County Commission discusses FEMA Shelter, 2024 budget
During daily meetings Dec. 4-8, the Pettis County Commission completed the following: more
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On Saturday, Dec. 9, Helping Hands nonprofit group members, from left, Wayne Rhoads, Tom Beatty, Board President Traves Williams, Steven Hession, Sharyn Fante-Hession, and Jethro Christopherson stand by a home on North Moniteau Avenue that they have helped to get up to city code. Photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney | Democrat
Helping Hands is making life brighter for Sedalia citizens
EDITOR'S NOTE: This story has been updated to reflect the correct contact phone number for Helping Hands.  more
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Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 6, Joni Spalding, the new children's librarian at Boonslick Regional Library, holds a poster for a Saturday, Dec. 9 event featuring National Christmas Card Day. Spalding, originally from Sedalia and a retired educator, took the position in October. Photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney | Democrat
New Children's Librarian at Boonslick happy to return to Sedalia
Boonslick Regional Library's new Children's Librarian, Joni Spalding, is happy to return to Sedalia and end her career on a high note. She began her new position in October. more
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Care Connection & Sedalia Senior Center fight hunger one meal at a time
Sedalia Senior Center Coordinator Leslee Howard has only had her job for a month but she said she enjoys meeting the many seniors coming to the Heckart Community Center for the healthy and inexpensive lunch. more
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Filing open for April Municipal Election in Pettis County
Filing for the April 2, 2024, Municipal Election in Pettis County opened Tuesday, Dec. 5, and there were a handful of incumbents and contenders ready to battle for important seats at the table. more
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Matt Wirt
Police Chief Wirt takes new Sedalia assistant city administrator job
At Monday evening’s Sedalia City Council meeting, big changes were made to the City’s organizational chart with the hiring of Matthew Wirt as Assistant City Administrator. more
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In 2021, volunteers at the Sedalia Warming Shelter box up meals for guests. The shelter is seeking additional volunteers this season as winter approaches.  Fle photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney | Democrat
Sedalia Warming Shelter seeking volunteers
As the Sedalia Warming Shelter enters its winter season, it seeks volunteers from churches and local organizations. more
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Santa Claus waves to the crowd from high atop a Sedalia fire truck at the end of the Christmas Parade on Saturday evening, Dec. 2. A drizzling rain let up just in time for the annual parade through downtown Sedalia. Photo by Chris Howell | Democrat
Photos: Christmas Parade brings good cheer on a rainy night
Thousands of Sedalians brave the chill to see the sights downtown during the Sedalia Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual Christmas Parade on Saturday evening, Dec. 3, 2022. This year’s parade will be hosted at 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2. File photo by Chris Howell | Democrat
2023 Area Holiday Events Calendar
There is no shortage of festive holiday events happening this Christmas season in West Central Missouri. To have your event added to our online list, email news@sedaliademocrat.com or news@warrensburgstarjournal.com. more
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Thousands of Sedalians brave the chill to see the sights downtown during the Sedalia Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual Christmas Parade on Saturday evening, Dec. 3, 2022. This year’s parade will be hosted at 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2. File photo by Chris Howell | Democrat
Sedalia Chamber to host annual Christmas Parade
Downtown Sedalia will be in the Christmas spirit this weekend as the Sedalia Area Chamber of Commerce hosts the annual Christmas Parade. more
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