The Sedalia Democrat

06/18/2026

Candidates in the 5th Congressional District for the August primary spoke in a forum.

WARRENSBURG – The Johnson County Republican Women hosted a candidate forum featuring seven Republicans running for the 5th Congressional District on Monday, June 15. Key issues like …

06/18/2026

A Pettis County Sheriff’s deputy escaped serious injury Monday, July 16, after a motorist struck a marked patrol vehicle at highway speed.

A Pettis County Sheriff’s deputy escaped serious injury Monday, July 16, after a motorist struck a marked patrol vehicle at highway speed while emergency personnel were working a vehicle fire on …

06/17/2026

Just a gentle reminder that when you nominate your favorite people, places and businesses for the Sedalia Democrat’s Best of Sedalia contest, we need the name of the business, not just a first or last name.

The nominations have really taken off this year and I try to check each nomination to make sure business names and professional titles are correct.

Thank you to everyone who has nominated so far! Folks really know what they like!

06/17/2026

The Washington Avenue Bridge was a topic of discussion as a change order added time for testing of 28 metal pins holding the structure together.

With all eight members of the Sedalia City Council present Monday evening, Mayor Traves Williams first established a quorum, then welcomed Jason McClain, Executive Director for the Embassy for an …

06/17/2026

Reports of a black bear sighting in the Cole Camp area have prompted a reminder from conservation officials that such encounters, while uncommon, are not unusual in west-central Missouri.

Reports of a black bear sighting in the Cole Camp area have prompted a reminder from conservation officials that such encounters, while uncommon, are not unusual in west-central Missouri. David …

06/16/2026

Parish Director of Evangelization Kevin Morales said the Multicultural Festival was created as a way to celebrate the many cultures present in Sedalia as well as a work of Christian evangelization.

In the biblical book of Revelation, John writes of his vision of heaven:   “I looked, and there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, …

06/16/2026

250 volunteers gathered to participate in the 2026 Day of Action on Saturday.

06/15/2026

It’s time to celebrate the Best of Sedalia!

Show your support for your favorite local businesses by nominating them for the 2026 Best of Sedalia.

Nominate your favorite businesses now through July 10 at 11:59 p.m. Voting begins July 13 and continues through August 7. Be sure to vote daily for your favorites.

Winners will be announced in the 2026 Best of Sedalia special section on September 25.

Submit your nominations today: SedaliaDemocrat.com/bestofsedalia

06/15/2026

Growing up in rural Kansas helped shape Dr. Joseph Stegman's vision for his future long before he entered medical school.

Growing up in rural Kansas helped shape Dr. Joseph Stegman's vision for his future long before he entered medical school. Now, after years of education and training, Stegman is preparing to make …

06/13/2026

The City of Sedalia opened its doors Friday, June 12, for a citywide hiring event, offering on-the-spot interviews and the possibility of immediate job offers for applicants seeking employment.

The City of Sedalia opened its doors Friday, June 12, for a citywide hiring event, offering on-the-spot interviews and the possibility of immediate job offers for applicants seeking employment in a …