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.

When Brandon Phelps thinks back to the evening of Nov. 5, 2024, he remembers being at Old Barney’s surrounded by friends...
12/26/2025

When Brandon Phelps thinks back to the evening of Nov. 5, 2024, he remembers being at Old Barney’s surrounded by friends, family and people who supported him during his campaign to be the Missouri State Representative for District 54.

WARRENSBURG – When Brandon Phelps thinks back to the evening of Nov. 5, 2024, he remembers being at Old Barney’s here in Warrensburg, surrounded by friends, family and people who supported him during his campaign to be the Missouri State Representative for District 54.

Still need a reason to get in the Christmas mood? Catch some of the dazzling light displays around Warrensburg.
12/24/2025

Still need a reason to get in the Christmas mood? Catch some of the dazzling light displays around Warrensburg.

Need last minute holiday gift ideas? The Star-Journal has you covered.
12/23/2025

Need last minute holiday gift ideas? The Star-Journal has you covered.

WARRENSBURG – For many, the biggest holiday of the year is finally here. All the decor is hung. The dinners are planned. The cookies are baked. The lists have been checked twice and the presents have all been wrapped.

Central Missouri men's basketball sank a program record 22 threes in a 110-63 win over Maryville on Sunday.
12/22/2025

Central Missouri men's basketball sank a program record 22 threes in a 110-63 win over Maryville on Sunday.

WARRENSBURG — Typical of its identity, Central Missouri men’s basketball made sure to share the ball against Maryville.

Central Missouri women's basketball closed out the 2025 portion of its season with a 40-point win over William Jewell on...
12/21/2025

Central Missouri women's basketball closed out the 2025 portion of its season with a 40-point win over William Jewell on Saturday.

WARRENSBURG — Central Missouri women’s basketball knew the type of matchup it was getting into with William Jewell.

The City of Warrensburg celebrated the completion of Rethink Maguire’s first phases with a Warrensburg Chamber of Commer...
12/20/2025

The City of Warrensburg celebrated the completion of Rethink Maguire’s first phases with a Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting ceremony Friday, Dec. 19.

WARRENSBURG – The City of Warrensburg celebrated the completion of Rethink Maguire’s first phases with a Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting ceremony Friday, Dec. 19.

Warrensburg girls basketball lost to California on Friday.
12/20/2025

Warrensburg girls basketball lost to California on Friday.

WARRENSBURG — A cold snap in the second quarter put Warrensburg girls basketball in a hole that it could not dig out of against California.

This year’s Holiday Scavenger Hunt will start at 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 19, and run until Sunday, Dec. 21.
12/19/2025

This year’s Holiday Scavenger Hunt will start at 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 19, and run until Sunday, Dec. 21.

WARRENSBURG – As the hustle and bustle of the holiday season hits its peak for many people this week, so, too, does the pressure for folks to ensure they’re making the most of each moment.

Address

101 E. Market Street Suite D
Warrensburg, MO
64093

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+16607478123

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