Pettis County, City of Sedalia proclaim October Domestic Violence Awareness Month

CASA staff and Pettis County Commissioners gathered at the courthouse Thursday to recognize October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Pettis County and the City of Sedalia have proclaimed October 2026 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, recognizing the work of local organizations and encouraging residents to support those …

Smith-Cotton volleyball holds off Camdenton on Pink Out Night

Smith-Cotton senior Tessa Martin (6) spikes the ball during a match against Camdenton on Thursday, Oct. 1, at Smith-Cotton High School.

A sweep felt certain for Smith-Cotton volleyball against Camdenton. The Lady Tigers were two points away from clinching the third set, but a seven-point surge by the Lakers flipped …

PHOTO: Herron receives trip to Orlando from Dream Factory

Fifteen-year-old Alexander Herron of Windsor traveled to Orlando, Florida with his parents, Loren & Lori Herron, his sisters Elizabeth, Olivia, Victoria and brother Rhonin courtesy of the Sedalia Area Dream Factory. Alexander and his family spent 6 days and nights at Give Kids the World Village while visiting all the Disney Parks and area attractions. Alexander has Addison's Disease. The Dream Factory is a non-profit organization that fulfills the Dreams of critically and chronically-ill children ages 3 through 18. The Sedalia Chapter covers the counties of Pettis, Henry, Benton, Morgan, Cooper, Lafayette, Johnson and Saline. For more information, contact P. O. Box 972 Sedalia MO 65302-0972 or call 660-827-1561

Economic Development Sedalia-Pettis County headquarters celebrated with ribbon-cutting

The ribbon-cutting brought together local business leaders, elected officials and community partners, along with U.S. Rep. Mark Alford, R-Missouri, who made an unplanned appearance after hearing about the event.

Community leaders gathered Wednesday, Sept. 30, to celebrate the opening of a new home for Economic Development Sedalia-Pettis County, marking another chapter in the community’s decades-long effort …

SFCC cross country programs earn spots in NJCAA DII rankings

State Fair Community College sophomore Hayden Krentz leads the cross country team through a warm-up jog during practice on Tuesday, Sept. 29. Krentz and the Roadrunners ranked No. 7 in the first NJCAA Division II National Poll released Sept. 23.

Stepping into the national spotlight always brings added pressure. State Fair Community College cross country head coach Kellin Loch is learning to navigate those new expectations after …

Sedalia area police reports for Oct. 2

Sedalia Police Department Arrests Sept 27 12:50 a.m.: Tavi Kevin Malike Johnson, 27, was arrested after being observed driving failing through stop on North Engineer onto westbound …

REMAX of Sedalia recently donated $950 to Meals on Wheels through its Heart of Sedalia Foundation. Each month, the agents donate a portion of earnings from their transactions to help support various local charities. Pictured from left: Samantha Bean, Kelly Heimbach, Angie Yeager, Kai Wiedeman, Jill Haney, Ryan Wiedeman, Joy Wenner, Dena Stocksill, and Dave Wiedeman. To learn more about Meals on Wheels, visit their Facebook page, Sedalia MO Meals on Wheels.

PHOTO: REMAX of Sedalia donates to Meals on Wheels

Crawford joins BTC Bank Board of Directors

BTC Bank announces that Sandy Crawford has joined the BTC Bank Board of Directors following the completion of her term and retirement from the Missouri Senate. Her appointment to the board aligns …

Fall sales underway at CHS Bloom Beyond Greenhouse

Center for Human Services (CHS) invites the community to celebrate the season at Bloom Beyond during its Fall Sales, happening now through Oct. 31 at the greenhouse located at 1500 ½ …

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SFCC Roadrunner Report: Cross country teams earn national rankings

In this episode of the State Fair Community College Roadrunner Report, cross country head coach Kellin Loch joins host Jack Denebeim to discuss the men’s team’s No. 7 ranking and the women’s …

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Missouri adds new paperwork requirements to food assistance as federal penalties loom

Since receiving a letter from the Missouri Department of Social Services Sept. 1 containing “an important notice” about his federal food assistance, Andrew Dallas has struggled to ease his …

The Churchill Museum in Fulton is on track to become a National Historic Landmark. The museum has a collection of material about former U.K Prime Minister Winston Churchill, including pages from his famous 1946 “Iron Curtain” speech.

Congress passes bill to make Fulton’s Churchill Museum a National Historic Landmark

The U.S. Senate passed legislation Tuesday to make America’s National Churchill Museum a National Historic Landmark, sending the bill to President Donald Trump for his signature. The U.S. …

SFCC to host seven Kaysinger Conference events in ‘26-27

State Fair Community College will host seven Kaysinger Conference championship events on its Sedalia campus during the 2026-27 academic year, expanding a partnership between the college and area …

Motorcyclist killed in Pettis County accident

A 40-year-old male motorcyclist from Sweet Springs died in an accident Tuesday, Sept. 29, in Pettis County. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash happened at 3:30 …

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Sedalia area police report for Oct. 1

Sedalia Police Reports Arrests Sept 30 2:18 a.m.: Sarah D. McAteer, 36, was arrested after officers were dispatched to three dogs chasing a person near East 11th Street and South …

Missouri was among the first states to use the database after President Donald Trump signed an executive order in March 2025 directing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to establish systems allowing state and local authorities to verify the citizenship status of registered voters

Missouri can keep using disputed federal database to review voter eligibility

Missouri can continue using a federal database to review voter eligibility after the U.S. Supreme Court temporarily cleared the way for states to use an expanded version of the system to check the …

Former Department of Justice special counsel Jack Smith testifies before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday.

Eric Schmitt bungles accusation against former special counsel Jack Smith in heated hearing

WASHINGTON — Former special counsel Jack Smith on Tuesday defended before a U.S. Senate panel his past investigations of President Donald Trump’s possession of classified documents and alleged …

Emilee Limanskiy, who owns Lux Coffee on South Limit, brings here own coffee on vacations because she loves it best. Many Sedalian coffee-lovers agree.

National Coffee Day celebrates Sedalia's growing coffee culture

For many people, coffee is more than a morning pick-me-up. It is a ritual, a social gathering, and, for an increasing number of Sedalians, something worth taking seriously. National Coffee Day, …

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Cole Camp’s Sabala takes Kaysinger Girls Golf crown; Stover wins fourth straight

Cole Camp sophomore Ashlyn Sabala hits her ball toward the green during the Kaysinger Conference Girls Golf Tri on Wednesday, Sept. 30, at Sedalia Country Club. Sabala was the individual champion with a 54.

Cole Camp sophomore Ashlyn Sabala finished as the individual champion of the Kaysinger Conference Girls Golf Tri on Wednesday, Sept. 30, at Sedalia Country Club. Sabala posted a 54 in the …

Area Sports Calendar for Oct. 2-5

Friday, Oct. 2 HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL 7 p.m. - Smith-Cotton at Battle 7 p.m. - Crest Ridge with Chilhowee at Cole Camp 7 p.m. - Harrisburg at Tipton 7 p.m. - Lone Jack with …

Smith-Cotton softball tops Clinton behind multi-hit performances

Smith-Cotton softball defeated Clinton 5-2 on Wednesday, Sept. 30, at the Jennie Jaynes Activities Complex. S-C (6-17) established a 2-0 lead in the bottom of the first through an RBI …

Sacred Heart boys soccer beats Smithton to win third straight

Sacred Heart boys soccer defeated Smithton 1-0 on Tuesday, Sept. 29, at Clover Dell Park. Junior Carson Bentch scored the lone goal off an assist from senior Wyatt Damlo in the second …

Smith-Cotton senior Cirilo Romero (17) dribbles the ball during a game against Rock Bridge on Tuesday, Sept. 29, at Susie Ditzfeld Memorial Soccer Field.

Smith-Cotton boys soccer suffers first CMAC loss against Rock Bridge

Smith-Cotton boys soccer entered its matchup with Rock Bridge knowing an upset would come down to capitalizing on rare opportunities. The Tigers battled, but couldn’t unlock the answer …

Plays of the Week for Sept. 20-26

Max Smith, Addison Poe and Kodi Dieckman break down their highlights in the Sedalia Democrat's Plays of the Week for Sept. 20-26! Have a play you want to see featured? Email clips and game …

The Tipton defensive line gets set during a game against Pierce City on Sept. 4. The Cardinals recorded their first shutout of the season on Friday, Sept. 25.

Football Scoreboard: Tipton rolls past South Callaway

After recording five shutout victories in 2025, Tipton football recorded its first of 2026, defeating South Callaway 54-0 on Friday, Sept. 25, at Tipton High School. Senior Reid Broyles …

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PHOTO: Cox earns Legion of Valor Bronze Cross

UCM receives VA grant to memorialize veterans In Higginsville, Fort Scott cemeteries

The Department of Veterans Affairs announced the University of Central Missouri (UCM) has received a $255,451 grant to memorialize veterans interred in VA and VA grant-funded cemeteries as part of …

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Sedalia Democrat earns top awards from Missouri Press Association

The Sedalia Democrat captured two awards in the 2026 Better Newspaper Contest. From left: Missouri Press Association president Bryan Chester and Sedalia Democrat sports editor Jack Denebeim.

The Sedalia Democrat received two awards in the Missouri Press Association's 2026 Better Newspaper Contest for work published in 2025. The recognitions were presented during the Missouri …

New Chick-fil-A owner Caitlin Seagren and husband Christian greet a throng of hungry customers early Thursday morning.

Chick-fil-A mooves into Sedalia after months of anticipation

After months of anticipation, Chick-fil-A officially opened its doors Thursday, Sept. 24, in Sedalia, drawing customers to its new restaurant at 3200 W. Broadway Blvd. Kaitlin Seagren, owner of …

Brown joins Dull Law, LLC as attorney

The law offices of Dull Law, LLC has announced an addition to the law firm. Attorney Derek Brown started with its offices on Sep. 1 Brown grew up at the Lake of the Ozarks and …

REMAX of Sedalia recently donated $775 to the Alzheimer's Association through its Heart of Sedalia Foundation. Each month, the agents donate a portion of earnings from their transactions to help support various local charities. Pictured from left: Angie Yeager, Misty Inlow, Ryan Wiedeman, Kelly Heimbach, Joy Wenner, Dena Stockstill, Kai Wiedeman, Billie Barnes, Nicci Ragsdale, Dave Wiedeman, and Kyscha Martin. To learn more about the Alzheimer's Association, please visit their website at alz.org/greatermissouri.

PHOTO: REMAX of Sedalia donates to Alzheimer's Association

Chick-fil-A, 3200 West Broadway Blvd., will open its doors to the community at 6:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 24.

Chick-fil-A announces opening date for Sedalia location

An opening date for Sedalia’s newest food option has been solidified. Chick-fil-A, 3200 West Broadway Blvd., will open its doors to the community at 6:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 24. As part …

Art Room pottery studio owner India McCullough made an impassioned social media post last week asking for visitors to her struggling business at 304 West Main Street. She was quite surprised by the community response Saturday, Sept. 5.

Community rallies around downtown Sedalia art studio after owner asks for support

A Facebook post asking Sedalia residents to support a downtown small business turned into a busy day at The Art Room, 304 West Main Street, on Saturday, Sept. 5. “The Art Room needs your …

The Venue announces transition in ownership

The Venue, one of Sedalia’s premier event and wedding venues, is excited to announce new ownership under local couple and entrepreneurs Hannah Yonce and Donavan Brickey. Yonce and Brickey will …

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