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Sedalia Public Library new books for April 13

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4/12/24

Meals on Wheels is a nonprofit organization that delivers meals to seniors, the homebound and handicapped citizens of Sedalia. The food is prepared by Superior Vendall and is delivered by Broadway Presbyterian Church. Meals cost $4. For more information on receiving meals or becoming a volunteer, call 660-826-5039. more

4/12/24

April is National Gardening Month. One of the many benefits of gardening is time spent strengthening bonds between people and sharing joy, said David Trinklein, University of Missouri Extension horticulturist. Photo courtesy of MU Extension horticulturist Donna Aufdenberg

Gardening: Good for the body and soul

April is National Gardening Month and a good time to plant a garden, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein. Whether strictly for food production or beautifying the home landscape, gardening is one of the most popular activities among households in the United States. For those who have lacked the motivation to garden, consider the following benefits this popular pastime offers. more

4/12/24

Ringen Brushy 4-H Club members brought in birthday supplies for the Feeding Missouri Birthday Cake Bag project. Photo courtesy of Ringen Brushy 4-H

Club Notes April 13

Helen G. Steele Music Club more

4/12/24

On Friday, April 5, Dan Lowe with the Sedalia Chapter of the Missouri Right to Life holds a sign discouraging petition signers at Bazoo Books. Lowe and several other Right to Life members were on hand for the controversial reproductive freedom petition drive. File photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney | Democrat

Part 2: The pros and cons of the reproductive freedom initiative

On Tuesday, April 9, Susan Klein, the executive director of Missouri Right to Life, spoke to the Democrat about the controversial "Right to Reproductive Freedom Initiative" petition. more

By Faith Bemiss-McKinney faithb@sedaliademocrat.com | 4/12/24

Earl, center wearing a brown jacket, and Susan, center left behind Earl, pose with their staff for a photo in Dirt-Modified Magazine in 2015. The Wallses bought Central Missouri Speedway in 1994, and have worked tirelessly to make it the track it is today 30 years later.  Photo by Zach Bott | Warrensburg Star-Journal

Central Missouri Speedway owners celebrate 30th year of operations

WARRENSBURG — Owners Earl and Susan Walls are set to begin their 30th year of owning and operating the Central Missouri Speedway with their first races of the season on April 20. more

By Zach Bott zachb@warrensburgstarjournal.com | 4/12/24

From left, State Fair Community College Board of Trustees member Richard Parker swears in Jeff Page and Patty Wood during the board meeting Thursday, April 11. Page is a new member of the board, while Wood has served since 2012.

SFCC board members Page, Wood sworn in

Two board members were sworn in during the State Fair Community College Board of Trustees meeting Thursday, April 11. more

By Democrat Staff | 4/12/24

Suspect arrested in North Prospect shooting

By Chris Howell | Sedalia Democrat more

4/11/24

Smith-Cotton High School students, from left, Kiana Benfield-Boik, Aiden Rohr, and Samantha Hagedorn perform the "Romeo and Juliet" prologue Thursday, April 11, during a dress rehearsal for "The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)." Students will present the play at 7 p.m. Friday, April 12, and Saturday, April 13. Photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney | Democrat

Smith-Cotton to present Shakespeare this weekend

Smith-Cotton High School theatre students will present "The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)" this weekend with much improvisation and humor. more

By Faith Bemiss-McKinney faithb@sedaliademocrat.com | 4/11/24

Local Briefs April 12

City announces Clean Sweep area for April 15-19 more

4/11/24

Marshall native and U.S. Navy Band clarinetist Third Class Brandon Pace will perform with the Marshall Philharmonic Orchestra on Sunday, April 14.  Photo courtesy of the Marshall Philharmonic Orchestra

Entertainment Briefs April 12

Marshall Philharmonic to host Navy clarinetist more

4/11/24

Warrensburg man arrested for alleged assault during Jan. 6 Capitol riot

A Warrensburg man has been arrested on felony and misdemeanor charges, including for allegedly assaulting law enforcement during the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. more

By Warrensburg Star-Journal Staff | 4/11/24

Police Reports April 12

This list is a sampling of crime in Sedalia and the surrounding area. Information is taken from official police reports, which do not necessarily contain statements from all parties involved in each case. more

4/11/24

Jay and Lynn Hurt, formerly of Sedalia, hold their son Harrison Dean Hurt, born Dec. 11, 2023. Harrison was born with several health issues. A benefit for the family is slated for Saturday, April 13, at the Pork House. Photo courtesy of Jay and Lynn Hurt

Benefit for Hurt family slated for April 13

A benefit dinner and auction for the Jay and Lynn Hurt family is slated for Saturday, April 13, at the Pork House on the Missouri State Fairgrounds. more

By Faith Bemiss-McKinney faithb@sedaliademocrat.com | 4/10/24

Local Briefs April 11

VAL to host Day of Honor and Remembrance more

4/10/24

On Wednesday, April 10, the Pettis County Commission presented a proclamation to Boonslick Regional Library proclaiming the week of April 7-13, 2024, as National Library Week in Pettis County. The Commission encourages all citizens to visit their libraries, explore the resources and services they offer, and celebrate the contributions of libraries and librarians to local communities. Pictured are Pettis County Commissioners Bill Taylor, Jim Marcum and Israel Baeza, Boonslick Regional Library Director Linda Allcorn, Boonslick Board President Betty Albrecht, Boonslick Sedalia Branch Supervisor Jo Boger, Technology Coordinator Gordon Adair, Promotions Coordinator Shelby Murry, Children’s Librarian Joni Spalding, and Library Assistant James Bowlin. Photo courtesy of the Pettis County Commission

Photo: Pettis County Commission proclaims April 7-13 as National Library Week

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Terry Roesner, of Versailles, is 100% disabled and claims his late father's exposure to Agent Orange while serving as a Marine in Vietnam caused his problems. Roesner has been writing letters to congressmen to get recognition from the VA. Photo by Chris Howell | Democrat

Veteran's son seeking VA recognition of Agent Orange issues

Terry Roesner, of Versailles, is an imposing man, but he speaks with difficulty and words don’t seem to come easily to him. more

By Chris Howell chrish@sedaliademocrat.com | 4/10/24

The Smith-Cotton High School Constitutional Law team, from left, Eleanor Holiway, Chris Boehm and Lauren Homan, placed fourth in the Show Me the Constitution competition. Photo courtesy of Sedalia School District 200

S-C team takes 4th in Constitutional Law contest

The Smith-Cotton High School Constitutional Law team traveled to Columbia on Monday, April 8, to compete in the Show Me the Constitution competition, sponsored by the Missouri Bar. The team of Eleanor Holiway, Chris Boehm and Lauren Homan placed fourth. more

4/10/24

Gov. Mike Parson signs the first of many copies of his new biography “No Turnin’ Back - G57” on Monday, April 8, at the Elliot Student Union at the University of Central Missouri.

Gov. Parson visits UCM, signs new biography

WARRENSBURG – Gov. Mike Parson began his week-long trip around the state on Monday, April 8, first stopping in Warrensburg to tour the University of Central Missouri and sign copies of his book “No Turnin’ Back - G57.” more

By Zach Bott zachb@warrensburgstarjournal.com | 4/10/24

Police Reports April 11

This list is a sampling of crime in Sedalia and the surrounding area. Information is taken from official police reports, which do not necessarily contain statements from all parties involved in each case. more

4/10/24