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Otterville FFA among 17 groups to receive state grant
Director of Agriculture Chris Chinn announced that 17 youth groups from across Missouri were awarded grants from the Missouri Department of Agriculture’s 2026 Building Our American Communities … more
2026 Scott Joplin Ragtime artist-in-residence Ethan Leinwand, of St. Louis, begins his performance with Joplin’s “Maple Leaf Rag” while performing Monday, Feb. 3, the Sylvia G. Thompson Residence Center.
Scott Joplin Ragtime 2026 Artist-In-Residence Ethan Leinwand in Sedalia this week
Scott Joplin Ragtime 2026 Artist-In-Residence Ethan Leinwand, of St. Louis, kicked off his five-day visit on Monday, Feb. 3, with a performance at the Sylvia G. Thompson Residence Center.   … more
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Vernice Jordan stands with her husband, Isaac Jordan, on the right, minister the Rev. John Williams, and family members after receiving the Church Women United Valiant Woman Award.
Vernice Jordan receives the Valiant Woman Award
Sedalia’s Church Women United presented Vernice Jordan, 86, with its Valiant Woman Award in November, recognizing her for her extensive work in the community. Jordan, who has been married to … more
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Boys & Girls Club names Youths of the Year
It was a night of inspiring stories during the annual Boys & Girls Clubs of West Central Missouri’s Youth of the Year event, presented by Central Bank of Sedalia. The competition, held January … more
Sedalia Public Library director Jamie Sparks was with Sedalia 200 for 20 years before taking the job at the library on Third Street.
Sedalia Public Library’s Sparks ushers historic building into 125th Year
Jamie Sparks, Director of the Sedalia Public Library, was born and raised in Sedalia and attended Smith-Cotton High School. “I went to State Fair for a couple of years, and transferred to UCM … more
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Immanuel United Church of Christ recently donated $495 to Open Door. The money was raised from Immanuel's Christmas Offering. Pictured are Rayvin Welch, Open Door Service Center Case Manager, Julie Bales, Immanuel Vice-President and Autumn Benedict, Open Door Pantry Case Manager.
PHOTO: Immanuel United Church of Christ donates to Open Door
A stream of MoDot plows clears Highway 50 on Saturday, Jan. 24, as snow begins to cover the roadway.
PHOTOS: Snow, cold blanket Sedalia over the weekend
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Community Calendar for Jan. 25-31 
To have your event or meeting listed, send details to news@sedaliademocrat.com or call 660-826-1000. SUNDAY Noon and 7 p.m.: Alcoholic Anonymous 12x12 Non-smoking group, Sunday through … more
Tate Garrett, volunteers at Open Door Food Pantry during the fall semester. He is one of three senior students involved with the Center for Human Services High School Pre-Employment Prep Program.
Center for Human Services offers high school pre-employment program
In a new program tailored for high school students, the Center for Human Services is finding success. The pilot program, High School Pre-Employment Prep, is a collaboration between CHS and … more
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Robert Andrews, Pro Energy's Chief Technology Officer, presented to the Sedalia Sedalia Lions Club on Wednesday, Jan. 21. He gave a presentation on the history of Pro Energy, what is produced right here in Sedalia and future growth plans. From left: Robert Andrews and Sedalia Lions Club President Steve Krahenbuhl.
PHOTO: Pro Energy's Chief Technology Officer speaks with Sedalia Lions Club
Det. Nick Camirand wanted to be an officer so badly he sponsored himself through the police academy. Camirand was named 2023 Officer of the Year and works with the latest drone policing technology.
Every day is different for Sedalia Police Department Detective Nick Camirand
Nick Camirand is the Community Policing Detective with the Sedalia Police Department’s Crime Resolution Unit. Camirand grew up in Blue Springs, and when his parents moved back to Sedalia, he … more
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A Methodist Mission Team deployed to Falmouth, Jamaica for one week on Jan. 11 to repair a dormitory used by medical teams during their stays. The building was damaged by Hurricane Melissa in October 2025. Front, from left: Chris Patillo, Kathleen Boswell and Scott Reed. Second row: Dan Gaffney and Clem Skrypzak. Third row: Greg Boswell and John Ezell. Back row: Jeff Johnson and Johnny Willis.
PHOTO: Sedalia mission team deploys to Jamaica
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MDC reports final deer harvest for season
Missouri's 2025-2026 deer-hunting season ended Jan. 15 with the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reporting a preliminary total deer harvest for the season of 301,954. Of the deer harvested, … more
Alice Kemp plays “Walk my Way, Lord” during service for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, Jan. 19, at Burns Chapel Free Will Baptist Church. Second Ward City Council member Tina Boggess and members of the Sedalia NAACP sang along on the National holiday.
Martin Luther King Jr. remembered at Burns Chapel Free Will Baptist Church.
A remembrance service was held for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, Jan. 19, at Burns Chapel Free Will Baptist Church. The service is held annually to remember King’s legacy. “Dr. … more
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Terri Ballard, of Sedalia, practices calligraphy with a dip pen during the Gilded Age Writing Workshop on Saturday, Jan. 17, at the Sedalia Public Library
Sedalia Public Library kicks off year with Gilded Age Workshop
The Sedalia Public Library will celebrate its 125th anniversary in July, and it kicked off its anniversary year with a free Gilded Age Writing Workshop on Saturday, Jan. 17.  Built with … more
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One of Gwendolyn's costumes worn by Rae Weber (left), and one of Algernon's costumes worn by Cal Klaus. Both will be featured in ACTF's costume parade.
UCM theatre professor’s designs selected for regional recognition
WARRENSBURG – A University of Central Missouri theatre professor will have five designs showcased at this month’s Region V Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival Costume Parade.  … more
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Community Calendar for Jan. 18-24
To have your event or meeting listed, send details to news@sedaliademocrat.com or call 660-826-1000. more
The Sedalia Area Dream Factory recently granted a Disney World Dream to 6‑year‑old Hendrix Sibley. Hendrix is the daughter of Carmeron & Molly Sibley of Warrensburg. Hendrix, her twin sister Harper, and their parents spent 6 days and nights at Give Kids the World Village in Orlando, Florida while visiting the area theme parks and attractions.
The Dream Factory grants area children experiences
The Dream Factory is a non‑profit organization that grants Dreams to seriously and chronically ill children ages 3 through 18. The Sedalia Chapter covers the counties of Pettis, Benton, Henry, Morgan, Cooper, Saline, Johnson & Lafayette. more
From left, Rayleigh Birdwell, Maggie Reed, Elyse Cooley and Elliott Cooley.
Pettis County 4-H'ers travel to Western National for contests
Six Missouri 4-H youths recently competed against top teams and individuals from across the country at the Western National 4-H Roundup. The 4-H’ers traveled west to Denver, Colo., to represent Missouri 4-H in both livestock judging and public speaking events. more
On Dec. 15, the Smith-Cotton Junior High School JROTC conducted its first Cadet of The Month Board for the school year. The participants were, CDT Issac Porter, CDT Brooklynn Cowgill and CDT Kenzie Prelle. These cadets had to show their knowledge of drill movements as well as history, leadership skills, and general knowledge. The winner of the December Cadet of The Month Board was CDT Issac Porter.
PHOTO: Porter named Smith-Cotton Junior High JROTC Cadet of the Month
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