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David Aery is the owner of Hook Solutions, 23964 U.S. Highway 65 in Warsaw. Arey has been manufacturing lures on the property since 1987 and sells the across the country, but mostly on the east coast. Photo by Chris Howell | Democrat
Hook Solutions lures new customers and employees
WARSAW – A few miles south of Lincoln, across from the bowling alley in a nondescript white building, a team of workers manufactures 40,000 fishing lures a week. more
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On Thursday, April 25, while in the Whittier High School office of Director Jennie Guerrini, William Kitarogers, sitting with his wife Lindsay, talks about his experiences in the state and federal Department of Corrections. Kitarogers, a former Whittier student, left prison 17 months ago and turned his life around. He presented his story to the students on Thursday. Photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney | Democrat
Former Whittier student returns to share his story
Former Whittier High School student William Kitarogers, 34, returned to the school on Thursday, April 25, to speak to students about the dangers of drugs and choosing the wrong friends and lifestyle. He noted that everyone needs to learn to control their own destiny. more
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The University of Central Missouri Concert Choir poses for a photo after its second performance of the tour in St. John's Church in Riga, Latvia. Dr. Jackson Thomas said working with the University of Latvia choir during the performance was the most enriching experience he and his students had.
UCM Concert Choir takes to the Baltic States
WARRENSBURG — Earlier this year, the University of Central Missouri Concert Choir had the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to travel to Europe to perform in the Baltic States of Estonia, Lithuania, and Latvia. more
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Bill providing tax relief for seniors requires work, commissioners say
As the Missouri legislature considers updates to a bill providing tax relief for seniors, Pettis County Commissioners took time this week to consider the bill's local ramifications. more
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Senate Appropriations Committee Chairman Lincoln Hough, center, takes notes as members vote on budget bills Wednesday after two days spent amending the spending plan. Hough is flanked by Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer, left, vice-chairman, and Sen. Lauren Arthur, right, a Kansas City Democrat. Photo by Rudi Keller | Missouri Independent
With time running short, Missouri Senate set to debate $50 billion state budget next week
The Missouri Senate’s budget plan approved in a committee Wednesday has more money for workers who help people with developmental disabilities, more to help low-income families afford child care and more for counties to defray the cost of holding people convicted of felonies. more
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Karl Kramer, the recipient of the 2024 Boys and Girls Clubs of West Central Missouri Legacy Award, stands with Executive Director Brooke Wilkens, left, and Assistant Director of Development Gabby White on Thursday, April 25. The awards were presented during a breakfast event at the Sedalia Country Club. Photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney | Democrat
Boys & Girls Club presents Legacy Awards
During the 2024 Boys and Girls Clubs of West Central Missouri Legacy Awards ceremony on Thursday, April 25, Karl Kramer, of Overland Park, Kansas, and Ditzfeld Container and Trash Services of Sedalia were honored. more
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Pettis County Clerk Nick La Strada has dropped a lawsuit against Pettis County for surveillance equipment recording audio and video at the Pettis County Election Office in the Annex. La Strada agreed to drop the case due to reassurances audio recording had been disabled. Photo by Chris Howell | Democrat
Pettis County Clerk drops lawsuit over County-operated surveillance cameras
When Pettis County Clerk Nick La Strada agreed to drop a lawsuit against Pettis County involving the County’s surveillance cameras in the election office, the County Commissioners told the Sedalia Democrat they were ready to move on. more
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Bill ending Medicaid reimbursements to Planned Parenthood heads to Missouri governor
A bill that would make Missouri the fourth state to ban Medicaid reimbursements to Planned Parenthood is on its way to the governor. more
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State Fair Community College theatre students perform Tuesday, April 23, during a dress rehearsal for the upcoming "The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical." The show opened Wednesday night and will continue through Sunday, April 28. Photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney | Democrat
SFCC students work long hours to perfect Percy Jackson musical
State Fair Community College Theatre is presenting "The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical" this week. more
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Sedalia Police continuing to investigate South Sneed shooting
According to Sedalia Police Chief David Woolery, a male gunshot victim is still clinging to life in a regional hospital as of noon Tuesday, April 23. more
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On Monday, April 22, during rehearsal for "Godspell" at the Hayden Liberty Center, the disciples meet and begin interacting with Jesus during the song "Save the People." Front row from left, Anna Smith, Alise Sampson, Matt Dillon as Jesus, Jessica Jones and Michelle Gilger. Second row, Megan Drianis and Megan Simon. Back row, Savannah Simon, Kary Patron and Lillibeth Sokolowski. Photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney | Democrat
LCAA to present the musical, 'Godspell'
Liberty Center Association for the Arts actors will bring the musical "Godspell" to life this weekend and next in an emotional production about building up the community. more
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Team SCREAM members senior Ziek Barth-Fagan, junior Jaimeson Severa, junior Jordan Hoover, junior Morgan Withers, senior Parker Ellison and junior Jackson Sparks celebrate their victory at the 2024 FIRST Robotics World Championships in Houston with a welcome-home celebration Sunday evening, April 21 at Smith-Cotton High School. Photo by Chris Howell | Democrat
World Champs: Smith-Cotton wins it all at FIRST Robotics Championships in Houston
After competing at the FIRST Robotics World Championships in Houston, Texas, an enthusiastic crowd eagerly awaited Team SCREAM’s return to Smith-Cotton High School on Sunday evening, April 21. more
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Police report one shot, one arrested in South Sneed shooting Sunday
A Sedalia man has been charged as an accessory to second-degree murder after a shooting over the weekend. more
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Bishop Paul Jones, pastor of Burns Freewill Baptist Church, sings "Swing Low Sweet Chariot" on Saturday, April 20, during the 2024 Sedalia/Pettis County NAACP Freedom Fund Banquet. Jones was the guest speaker for the event. Photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney | Democrat
Sedalia/Pettis NAACP hosts Freedom Fund Banquet
A large crowd attended the Sedalia/Pettis County NAACP Freedom Fund Banquet on Saturday, April 20. This year's theme was "We have not arrived yet," which was the topic of guest speaker Bishop Paul Jones’ remarks. more
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Teresa Pearce points to the entrance of the labyrinth on Thursday, April 11, at the Warrensburg Church of the Brethren. The path to the center is unobstructed, allowing the journey to be spiritual as you walk inside the labyrinth.  Photo by Zach Bott | Warrensburg Star-Journal
Warrensburg Church of the Brethren introduces community labyrinth
WARRENSBURG – The Warrensburg Church of the Brethren is set to complete a community labyrinth aimed at giving a meditative and peaceful experience. more
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Angel Hughes has been working at Steak 'n Shake for six months and said the job has given her better skills in communication, problem solving and customer interaction. A paycheck and new friends come with the job as well. Photo by Chris Howell | Democrat
Seeking a summer job? Employers offer sound advice
As schools prepare to let students out for summer vacation, many are preparing to look for jobs. more
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The band Madd Hoss Jackson plays June 16, 2023, on The Lot at the Hayden Liberty Center. Trevon Dawson and Cedar Creek will perform on Saturday, April 20. The cost is $10 per person. File photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney | Democrat
Liberty Center planning for year full of concerts
The Liberty Center Association Concert Committee is planning a stellar year with several concerts and entertainment offerings on the horizon. more
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On Thursday, April 18, from left, Open Door Development Director Michelle O'Donnell, warehouse lead Allison McIntyre and supervisor Victoria Powell stand in the food pantry warehouse by a huge box of cereal recently donated by First Christian Church of Sedalia and local Menards employees. Photo by Chris Howell | Democrat
Open Door Food Pantry seeks help during low donations, expanding needs
Victoria Powell, supervisor of the Open Door Food Pantry, told the Democrat on Thursday, April 18 that the need for food is rapidly outstripping the diminished supply. more
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Sen. Andrew Koenig, R-Manchester, answers questions about his bill that would expand MOScholars during a press conference early in the 2024 legislative session. Photo by Annelise Hanshaw | Missouri Independent
Missouri House narrowly sends private-school tax credit, charter expansion to governor’s desk
A massive education bill that expands a private school scholarship program and opens up Boone County to charter schools squeaked out of the Missouri House and to the governor’s desk on Thursday, winning the bare minimum number of votes needed for passage. more
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Smith-Cotton students gather around the Housing table on Thursday, April 18, during a financial program, Reality Check, hosted by Central Bank of Sedalia. The program began five years ago and helps area high school students learn how to balance their bills with their salaries. The Housing table volunteers were all Sedalia real estate agents. Photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney | Democrat
Central Bank hosts Reality Check for S-C students
For the fifth year, Central Bank of Sedalia hosted a special program, Reality Check, for Smith-Cotton High School students. more
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