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Missouri State Fairgoers were treated to one of the world’s oldest sporting events on Wednesday, Aug. 19, and Thursday, Aug. 20.
Returning to the fair for the first time in over 10 years, the …
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By Jack Denebeim, jack.denebeim@sedaliademocrat.com
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8/20/26
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The Knights of Valour hosted full-contact jousting shows on Wednesday, Aug. 19, and Thursday, Aug. 20, at the Missouri State Fair. Here are some of the many highlights from Wednesday's show.
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By Jack Denebeim, jack.denebeim@sedaliademocrat.com
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8/20/26
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Friday, Aug. 21
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL
6 p.m. - Osage, Harrisonville at Smith-Cotton Jamboree
6 p.m. - Cole Camp, Clinton at Versailles Jamboree
6 p.m. - Tipton, Southern Boone at …
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8/20/26
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For “PAZ the Sports Guy,” bats, balls and athletic gear serve a purpose far beyond the field — they form the foundation of his juggling and balancing acts.
The traveling performer is …
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By Jack Denebeim, jack.denebeim@sedaliademocrat.com
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8/19/26
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Following their championship run in the inaugural Diamond Baseball League season, the Sedalia Steamers claimed nine postseason honors, including two organizational awards, the Pitcher of the Year and …
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By Jack Denebeim, jack.denebeim@sedaliademocrat.com
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8/18/26
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The Pro Pulling League hosted its Missouri State Fair Truck and Tractor Pull Shootout on Monday, Aug. 17. Here are some of the many sights and sounds.
CAUTION: LOUD AUDIO.
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By Jack Denebeim, jack.denebeim@sedaliademocrat.com
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8/17/26
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The Indianapolis Colts got their first live look at their kicking competition, as Sedalia native Blake Grupe and third-year pro Spencer Shrader split duties against the New England Patriots in the …
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By Jack Denebeim, jack.denebeim@sedaliademocrat.com
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8/17/26
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Here are some of the many highlights from a Wooten Rodeo Company showcase at the Missouri State Fair on Thursday, Aug. 13.
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By Jack Denebeim, jack.denebeim@sedaliademocrat.com
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8/14/26
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Wooten Rodeo Company helped usher in the new Governor Michael L. Parson Arena, hosting the first major evening event at the facility during the Missouri State Fair’s opening day Thursday, …
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By Jack Denebeim, jack.denebeim@sedaliademocrat.com
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8/14/26
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Sedalia native Gauge Young has found a new opponent for his upcoming UFC fight.
After Kody Steele withdrew from the match, Young will now face Stan Dorsainvil in a lightweight bout on …
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By Democrat Staff
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8/13/26
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When Carter and Connor Rice set out on their collegiate baseball careers, they weren’t sure if continuing to play together would be a possibility.
Following two seasons at State Fair Community …
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By Jack Denebeim, jack.denebeim@sedaliademocrat.com
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8/12/26
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The trophy is in hand, but for the Sedalia Steamers, the end of an inaugural championship season marks the start of an offseason spent refining what happens off the field.
As Steamers …
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By Jack Denebeim, jack.denebeim@sedaliademocrat.com
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8/11/26
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WARRENSBURG — The scenery of American Legion Baseball is nothing new for Josh Hagle.
The 2024 graduate of Knob Noster spent his summers playing ball in the Sedalia Post 642 system. Two …
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By Joe Andrews, joe.andrews@warrensburgstarjournal.com
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8/10/26
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Sedalia native Boone Kroenke finished in a three-way tie for third place during the Phil Cotton Invitational held Saturday, Aug. 8, and Sunday, Aug. 9, at Columbia Country Club.
Kroenke …
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By Democrat Staff
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8/10/26
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There is not a lot of time to develop a championship-level bond during the summer baseball season.
For the Sedalia Steamers, the chemistry came naturally, culminating in the team winning …
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By Jack Denebeim, jack.denebeim@sedaliademocrat.com
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8/6/26
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The UFC lightweight bout between Sedalia native Gauge Young and Port Angeles, Washington, native Kody Steele was canceled Wednesday, Aug. 5.
Steele withdrew from the fight Wednesday …
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By Democrat Staff
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8/6/26
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No matter how many seasons or champions follow in a new league, the history books only leave room for one inaugural winner.
The Sedalia Steamers claimed page one for themselves, capturing the …
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By Jack Denebeim, jack.denebeim@sedaliademocrat.com
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8/6/26
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The Sedalia Steamers won the inaugural Diamond Baseball League championship with a 14-2 win over the Grand Island Fightin' Cranes on Wednesday, Aug. 5, at Liberty Park Stadium. Here are some of the …
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By Jack Denebeim, jack.denebeim@sedaliademocrat.com
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8/6/26
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A single hit is rarely enough to secure a championship trophy.
The Sedalia Steamers learned as much in a 2-1 loss to the Grand Island Fightin’ Cranes in Game 2 of the Diamond Baseball …
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By Jack Denebeim, jack.denebeim@sedaliademocrat.com
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8/4/26
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