Warrensburg Star-Journal

Warrensburg Star-Journal The Warrensburg Star-Journal is a twice-weekly newspaper serving print and online readers in Warrensburg and Johnson County. Coe.

The Star-Journal traces its history to the Warrensburg Journal, which began publishing April 17, 1865, by James Douglas Eads, seven days after the end of the American Civil War and two days after the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. Warrensburg, population of 1,000 at the time, did not have a newspaper. Prior to the war, Eads, a church pastor, had published the Warrensburg Signal. In addition to

his pastor and newspaper interests, he was also a physician and ran a hotel. On Oct. 6, 1876, it became the Journal-Democrat after merging with the Warrensburg Democrat, which had started in 1871. In 1907, Wallace Crossley became the publisher. On Feb. 6, 1913, it became the Star-Journal after merging with the Johnson County Star, founded in 1883 by J.M. William and Avis Tucker bought the paper in 1947. At one point it owned radio station KOKO (1450AM). William Tucker died in 1966 and Avis owned the paper until 2007 when it was sold to NPG. In October 2020, the Sedalia Democrat, a Phillips Media Group newspaper, took over ownership of the Star-Journal. The name was changed from Daily Star-Journal to Star-Journal to reflect the weekly publication.

The community gathered at the Historic Johnson County Courthouse for Old Drum Day on Saturday.
06/17/2026

The community gathered at the Historic Johnson County Courthouse for Old Drum Day on Saturday.

Community members kicked off the Summer of Soccer on Friday.
06/16/2026

Community members kicked off the Summer of Soccer on Friday.

The importance of honoring the flag and those who served was emphasized during the dedication of the Warrensburg Veteran...
06/15/2026

The importance of honoring the flag and those who served was emphasized during the dedication of the Warrensburg Veterans Park on Sunday, June 14.

The importance of honoring the flag and those who served was emphasized during the dedication of the Warrensburg Veterans Park on Sunday, June 14.

Whenever Mule Club Post 131 Junior Legion experiences a setback, there is a good chance it is going to find an answer.
06/15/2026

Whenever Mule Club Post 131 Junior Legion experiences a setback, there is a good chance it is going to find an answer.

WARRENSBURG — Whenever Mule Club Post 131 Junior Legion experiences a setback, there is a good chance it is going to find an answer.  After surrendering three runs to Raymore Wheelhouse …

This daylong event hosted at Trails Regional Library offers members a chance to work alongside more experienced, feature...
06/13/2026

This daylong event hosted at Trails Regional Library offers members a chance to work alongside more experienced, featured writers in special workshops, ask them questions about their writing processes, share their own work and more.

WARRENSBURG – Goldie Edwards has always been a writer– someone who loves telling stories. Suspense stories, tales laced with romance, small-town mysteries– Edwards has written them all.  …

Rin Lee is in the midst of an on-foot journey from Daytona Beach, Florida to Seaside, Oregon. She is raising money for ...
06/12/2026

Rin Lee is in the midst of an on-foot journey from Daytona Beach, Florida to Seaside, Oregon. She is raising money for the nonprofit Back on My Feet.

K**B NOSTER — Imagine going on a trip with a list of destinations, but no concrete plan on a route to get there or a specific timeline to follow - all while doing so on foot. Rin Lee, 24, …

06/12/2026

Your weekly recap is here courtesy of our reporter, Hasina Shah.

Find these headlines at the link in our bio.

The Summer of Soccer is here, and local soccer athletes are ready to enjoy the fun of fandom.
06/12/2026

The Summer of Soccer is here, and local soccer athletes are ready to enjoy the fun of fandom.

WARRENSBURG — The Summer of Soccer is here, and local soccer athletes are ready to enjoy the fun of fandom. The slate of 72 FIFA World Cup group stage matches began Thursday, June 11, with …

The Summer of Soccer is in full swing and Warrensburg businesses are getting in on the action with Visit Warrensburg’s L...
06/11/2026

The Summer of Soccer is in full swing and Warrensburg businesses are getting in on the action with Visit Warrensburg’s Local Passport.

WARRENSBURG – The Summer of Soccer is in full swing and Warrensburg businesses are getting in on the action with Visit Warrensburg’s Local Passport. From now through July 19, local …

Address

101 E. Market Street Suite D
Warrensburg, MO
64093

Opening Hours

Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+16607478123

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