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SFCC Foundation adds Guffey, Loges to Board of Directors

The State Fair Community College Foundation has recognized Chris Guffey and Wendy Loges as members of its Board of Directors. The board now has 21 members.

Smithton senior receives WILS scholarship

West-Central Independent Living Solutions (WILS) announced that Chance Brown, a senior at Smithton High School, has been awarded the WILS Empowerment Scholarship. This $500 scholarship is awarded annually to a high school senior in Johnson, Lafayette, Henry, Benton, Pettis, or Saline counties with a disability who plans to continue their education at a four-year college, associates program, community college, or vocational technology program.

Centennial Pool to close after this season

Although the water in Centennial Pool is clear and refreshing, the future of the pool is somewhat cloudier.

Brazilian couple visits Scott Joplin International Ragtime Festival

With love for ragtime, two Brazilian doctors arrived on Tuesday to attend the Scott Joplin International Ragtime Festival in Sedalia.

Police Reports June 1

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.

PCAD to celebrate 10th anniversary

The Pettis County Ambulance District will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a community event Saturday, June 10 at State Fair Community College.

Forever 10 celebrates a decade of business

A local business is celebrating 10 years of providing a welcoming environment to those looking for a place to play card and board games.

Highway Patrol reports 10 traffic fatalities over Memorial Day weekend

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports 10 people died in traffic crashes over the 2023 Memorial Day weekend counting period of 6 p.m. Friday, May 26, through 11:59 p.m. Monday, May 29.

Police Reports May 31

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.

Crash Reports May 31

Two seriously injured in Morgan motorcycle crash

Spring Fork Lake sale rides on citizen involvement

When Spring Fork Lake went up for sale last year to an out-of-state bidder, many in Sedalia were shocked to find the city property might be sold.

Ozark Music documentary moving forward

A revised and updated version of the Ozark Music Festival documentary created by independent filmmaker Jeff Lujin with Dustbin Film LLC will be shown July 14-17 at the Hayden Liberty Center.

Bothwell Wound Healing Center recognized for clinical excellence

In March, Bothwell Wound Healing Center was named a recipient of the 2022 Center of Distinction award by Healogics, the nation’s largest provider of advanced wound care services. The center exceeded key performance indicators for 12 consecutive months, including a patient satisfaction rate of 96% and a successful wound healing rate of 86%. The Wound Center has been open for 10 years and has been recognized by Healogics with the Center of Distinction or Center of Excellence award seven times.

Nurse practitioner joins Bothwell Eldenburg Family Practice

Jennifer Buckingham, a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner, has joined Bothwell Eldenburg Family Practice and will care for patients of all ages.

HR Management Association receives EXCEL Award

The Society for Human Resource Management recently awarded the Human Resource Management Association of West Central Missouri its EXCEL Bronze Award for HRMA’s accomplishments in 2022.

Scott Joplin International Ragtime Festival opens on Wednesday

New ideas, new venues, and new musicians are the focus of this year's Scott Joplin International Ragtime Festival, slated for Wednesday, May 31 through Saturday, June 3 in downtown Sedalia.

Photos: Sedalia honors, remembers soldiers' sacrifice on Memorial Day

Drury Day School Spring Dean's List

Drury University has announced the students named to the dean's list for the day school in the Spring 2023 semester.

Weekly Report: Pettis County Commission approves ordinances, meets with mayors

During daily meetings May 22-26, the Pettis County Commission completed the following:

Photo: RE/MAX of Sedalia donates to DeFeet

Crash Reports May 30

Warrensburg man hurt in Johnson crash

Police Reports May 30

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.

Safe Streets grant process brings Pettis County communities together

On Friday, May 26, mayors and city clerks from Green Ridge, Windsor, La Monte and Hughesville met with Pettis County Commissioners to pool resources in search of safer streets and sidewalks.

Healthy eggs, beef and lamb at the farmers market

People generally attend farmer’s markets to get the freshest produce available, and one vendor from Marshall is providing beef, lamb and eggs directly from his family farm.

Khalil named publisher of Democrat, Star-Journal

Jamila Khalil has been named publisher of the Sedalia Democrat and the Warrensburg Star-Journal, as announced this month by Phillips Media Group, the Democrat’s parent company.

Sedalia Public Library new books for May 27

Sedalia Public Library

Boonslick Regional Library popular books for May 27

Boonslick Regional Library

Meals on Wheels menu for May 27

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 volunteers. Meals cost $4. For more information on receiving meals or becoming a volunteer, call 660-826-5039. 

State Tech Spring Dean’s List

State Technical College of Missouri announced the students who were named to the dean’s list during the 2023 spring semester.

Police Reports May 27

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.

Cos4Hope: A new take on mental wellness and suicide prevention

WARRENSBURG — While working to break the stigma of suicide, April Roller-Morris and her friend Erica Williams found a unique way to become a local pillar in mental wellness as well as suicide prevention and advocacy.

Designer's Touch Boutique opens on Main Street

A new boutique in Sedalia offers a little something for everyone.

Divorces for May 27

These people were recently granted divorces in Pettis County Circuit Court:

Marriage Licenses for May 27

Pettis County Recorder of Deeds Barbara Clevenger recently issued marriage licenses to:

Club Notes for May 27

Martin Warren Chapter MOSSAR

Community Calendar for May 29 through June 3

To have your event or meeting listed or changed, send details to fbemiss@sedaliademocrat.com or call 660-826-1000 ext. 1481.

Daum Museum in black, white, and color

The Daum Museum of Contemporary Art on the State Fair Community College campus, 3201 W. 16th St. in Sedalia, has three shows running in its galleries this summer.

Crash Reports May 26

Two ejected in Pettis County wreck

Missouri Veterans Home to host third annual Day of Honor and Remembrance Luminary Drive

WARRENSBURG — The Missouri Veterans Home in Warrensburg will host the third annual Day of Honor and Remembrance Luminary Drive on Memorial Day, Monday, May 29. Starting at 10 a.m., the public is invited to walk or drive through the fire lane of the Missouri Veterans Home to view the display of lights and signs.

Police Reports May 26

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.

Divine Canine finds a home at Bark House

A new dog groomer is busy seeing clients in her newly established business, Divine Canine Dog Grooming LLC, based inside Bark House Bed & Biscuit in Sedalia.

Highway Patrol encourages safe Memorial Day weekend

During the summer, Missouri has a lot to offer with its state parks, lakes, sporting events, and attractions. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reminds everyone to include safety when they plan their holiday weekend.

Missouri Valley College 2023 Graduates

Missouri Valley College in Marshall conferred 218 degrees to students at its commencement ceremony Saturday, May 6 at Gregg-Mitchell Field.

Time capsule at Sedalia Middle School opened after 50 years

On Wednesday, May 24, Sedalia Middle School opened a locker that has been kept sealed as a time capsule for 50 years.

Photo: Grupe receives PEO International Star Scholarship

Crash Reports May 25

Intoxicated Bunceton driver hurt in Morgan accident

Central Missouri Repertory to present children’s touring production of ‘Robin Hood’

WARRENSBURG – Families across the area will have the chance to watch Robin Hood go on adventures as the University of Central Missouri Repertory Theatre takes its production on tour at numerous locations throughout West Central Missouri in late May and early June.

PCAD board discusses 10th anniversary, approves modems purchase

During Tuesday's Pettis County Ambulance District Board of Directors meeting, the Board discussed EMS week, PCAD's upcoming 10th anniversary, and approved nine Stryker Ambulance Modem Gateways.

Missouri Valley Spring 2023 Dean's List

Missouri Valley College in Marshall has released its Spring 2023 dean's list. The vice president for academics, Elizabeth Bellamy, JD, said there were 472 students on this semester's list, including numerous area students.

Benton County man charged with murder in death of girlfriend

At 9:04 p.m. Thursday, May 18, Benton County Dispatch received a call for service in the 11000 block of Del Vista Drive in rural Warsaw.

Olde Town South opens in Knob Noster

KNOB NOSTER — A new restaurant, Olde Town South, has opened in downtown Knob Noster.
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