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Trump’s PBS funding cuts could impact KMOS
WARRENSBURG - The University of Central Missouri’s Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) member television station KMOS could face federal funding cuts due to an executive order signed by President … more
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The Sedalia City Council accepted a bid Monday from Canada’s Terradyne Armored Vehicle Inc. for a Special Response Vehicle for the SPD Special Response Team. The $307,930 truck will take 36 weeks to complete.
Sedalia Police Department orders Special Response Vehicle
The Sedalia City Council authorized the acceptance of a bid for the purchase of a Special Response Vehicle (SRV) for the Sedalia Police Department on Monday, May 5.  The Canadian … more
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Sedalia Community Helping Hands communications coordinator Robin Balke helped the organization get a landfill waiver Monday, May 5, to help their mission to repair some homeowner’s issues.
Sedalia City Council approves armored vehicle purchase, jake braking prohibition
The Monday, May 5, Sedalia City Council meeting took less than 25 minutes as Mayor Andrew Dawson and the seven councilors worked through a smaller than normal list of agenda items. After Byron … more
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Gabby White has been hired as the new Executive Director of the Sedalia Chamber of Commerce, and said she is excited to expand her impact on her hometown.
Gabby White in as new executive director at Sedalia Chamber of Commerce
Gabby White has taken the reins as executive director of the Sedalia Chamber of Commerce.  White told the Democrat she was excited for the new position from her office at the historic Katy … more
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Deputy. Mike DeHaven, seated left, receives a hug from Deputy Larry Parham on Sunday, May 4. DeHaven and Deputy Jacob Brown returned to a hero's welcome after being shot Friday, May 2.
Deputies injured in shooting return home as heroes
Two injured Pettis County sheriff's deputies returned to a hero's welcome after being shot Friday, May 2, serving a narcotics search warrant near Longwood. Deputies Mike DeHaven and Jacob Brown … more
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Local Briefs for May 6
Central Financial Services of Missouri celebrates 20th Anniversary  Central Financial Services of Missouri, Inc. celebrated its 20th year of operations on May 5, 2025. Lee and Linda … more
Judi Moriarty Ebers with the Sedalia Kiwanis Club awarded 11 Human and Spiritual Value Awards on Saturday, May 3, at the annual Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast. Diego de Leon accepted his award with his parents Osmaro and Aracely de Leon, Kiwanis Club’s president Vaughn Loomis and Mayor Andrew Dawson at the First United Methodist Celebration Center.
PHOTO: Sedalia Kiwanis host Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast
Sedalia is finalizing the process to fill the First Ward vacancy on the Sedalia County Council. The position became open after Tom Oldham resigned after “deeply alarming” allegations on Friday, April 25.
Sedalia opens process for First Ward City Council appointment
With Sedalia First Ward Councilman Tom Oldham’s resignation three days after being sworn in, the vacant seat on the council will have to be filled. Revised State of Missouri 77450 allows … more
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Ground has broken for a 65,000-square foot Amazon Facility at the Thompson Meadow Industrial Park.
Amazon facility announced for Sedalia
The rumors of an Amazon building in Sedalia have been confirmed.  Sedalia — Pettis County Economic Development announced Amazon is building a 65,000-square foot last mile facility at … more
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This phishing text, received Tuesday, April 29, is typical with an unrecognized sender, a threat that demands immediate action and an embedded link which, if activated, could install malware, steal passwords and personal information.
Missouri DOR warns of SMS phishing scams
The Missouri Department of Revenue has issued a warning regarding nationwide text message (SMS) phishing scams. “The department has received a large increase in calls reporting these phishing … more
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Joe Eddy with Edward Jones Investment is ready to plant a tree as Daniel Brigman with Missouri State Parks finishes digging the hole Saturday, April 26, at the Katy Depot.
Katy Trail celebrates Founders Day with tree plantings and cleanup
Dozens of Edward Jones Investments employees and Missouri State Parks representatives gathered at the Sedalia Depot on Saturday, April 26, to celebrate the Katy Trail and the efforts of Edward … more
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The Rev. Evelyn Elmore, the speaker at the Sedalia/Pettis County NAACP Freedom Fund Banquet, entertained guests with comedy surrounded by a spiritual message. Also known as Sister Liedell for her comedy routine, she wore many hats during her message.
Sedalia/Pettis County NAACP hosts annual Freedom Banquet
The Sedalia/Pettis County Chapter of the NAACP hosted its annual Freedom Fund Banquet on Saturday, April 25, at Best Western State Fair Inn. This year's theme was "Don't worry, God's Got Your Back." … more
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City of Sedalia First Ward Councilperson Tom Oldham resigned from his position late Thursday, April 26. He was sworn in for a third term on Monday, April 21.
Oldham resigns from Sedalia City Council after allegations
City of Sedalia First Ward Councilman Tom Oldham has submitted his resignation, the City announced in a press release on Friday, April 25.  The resignation was made after allegations were … more
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Local briefs for April 25
NAACP Freedom Banquet slated for Saturday, April 26 The Sedalia/Pettis County Chapter of the NAACP will host its annual fundraising Banquet at 4 p.m. Saturday, April 26, at Best Western State … more
Sedalia Area Farmers’ Market to open next week
Amazing local produce, fresh baked goods, sustainably raised meat, fresh cut flowers, handmade artisanal products, delicious ready-to-eat food and many other locally made products will be available … more
Forester David Mann, Missouri Department of Conservation District Supervisor Jake Willard and Forestry Assistant Mary Lass inventory the trees of Spring Fork Lake’s surrounding forest for thinning and management.
Spring Fork forest inventoried by Missouri Department of Conservation
Forester David Mann, Forestry Assistant Mary Lass and Missouri Department of Conservation District Supervisor Jake Willard have been walking through the woods surrounding Spring Fork Lake this week … more
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Sedalia Fire chief Matt Irwin named Battalion Chief Barry White the Sedalia Fire Department’s Firefighter of the Year on Monday, April 21.
Firefighter of the year recognized at Sedalia City Council meeting
The Monday, April 21, Sedalia City Council meeting began with the recognition of Sedalia Fire Department Battalion Chief Barry White as Firefighter of the Year. The honor was presented to White … more
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Mercy Services United staff pose for a photo on Thursday, April 17. From back row left are Carol Turner, volunteer, Debbie Feels, with the Pettis County Health Center, Bill Turner, with the Mercy Rest Stop Coalition, and Courtney Staus and Leslie Harris, both with Bothwell Regional Health Center; front row from left are Rachelle Simon, United Way of Pettis County, and Linda Grandfield, volunteer.
Mercy Services United, a collaboration of agencies serving those in need
Mercy Services United, 501 E. 17th St.,  opened April 14 and is receiving clients at the walk-in hub who need support for social services; it is the connection for individuals and families in … more
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On Saturday, April 19, Northwest District MOSSARR Color Guard members present the Colors during the Liberty Tree Planting Ceremony at Hopewell Baptist Church. Initially slated for Hopewell Cemetery, SAR brought the ceremony inside the church due to inclement weather.
Martin Warren Chapter SAR hosts Liberty Tree Planting Celebration
Honoring the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington and Concord, the Sons of the American Revolution hosted a Liberty Tree Ceremony on Saturday, April 19, at Hopewell Baptist Church in northern … more
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A 100th anniversary celebration is planned for May 10, 2025 at the Pettis County Courthouse. Tours of the historic building, music, special guests and family fun will commemorate the day.
Pettis County Courthouse centennial celebration planned for May 10
On Saturday, May 10, there will be a celebration of 100 years of the Pettis County Courthouse. Pettis County Commission  members said they have been planning the centennial celebration for … more
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