Cole Camp golf sets school records

Cole Camp senior Tyler Howard celebrates the team’s victory and his second place finish at the Stover Invitational with the first place plaque and his second place medal. Howard set a school record with a score of 71.

Photo courtesy of Marilyn Howard

The Cole Camp boys golf team set two school records during their victory Thursday at the Stover Invitational.

Hook Solutions lures new customers and employees

David Aery is the owner of Hook Solutions, 23964 U.S. Highway 65 in Warsaw. Arey has been manufacturing lures on the property since 1987 and sells the across the country, but mostly on the east coast.

Photo by Chris Howell | Democrat

WARSAW – A few miles south of Lincoln, across from the bowling alley in a nondescript white building, a team of workers manufactures 40,000 fishing lures a week.

Former Whittier student returns to share his story

On Thursday, April 25, while in the Whittier High School office of Director Jennie Guerrini, William Kitarogers, sitting with his wife Lindsay, talks about his experiences in the state and federal Department of Corrections. Kitarogers, a former Whittier student, left prison 17 months ago and turned his life around. He presented his story to the students on Thursday.

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Former Whittier High School student William Kitarogers, 34, returned to the school on Thursday, April 25, to speak to students about the dangers of drugs and choosing the wrong friends and lifestyle. He noted that everyone needs to learn to control their own destiny.

Contreras signs with SFCC cross country

Smith-Cotton senior Jorge Contreras, sitting, center, celebrates signing his letter of intent to join the State Fair Community College cross country team with members of the Smith-Cotton cross country team Friday.

Photo by Jack Denebeim | Democrat

First impressions are important for Smith-Cotton senior Jorge Contreras.

UCM Concert Choir takes to the Baltic States

The University of Central Missouri Concert Choir poses for a photo after its second performance of the tour in St. John's Church in Riga, Latvia. Dr. Jackson Thomas said working with the University of Latvia choir during the performance was the most enriching experience he and his students had.

WARRENSBURG — Earlier this year, the University of Central Missouri Concert Choir had the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to travel to Europe to perform in the Baltic States of Estonia, Lithuania, and Latvia.

Wade Norton, second from right, principal of Smith-Cotton High School, has been named the Missouri Association of Secondary Schools Principals (MOASSP) Central Region 2023-24 High School Principal of the Year. Area high school principals, from left, Patrick Treece (Smithton), Rodney Edington (Green Ridge) and Jonathan Petersen (Cole Camp) surprised Norton with the honor Thursday, April 25, at Smith-Cotton.

Among the criteria for the award are demonstrating a positive impact on education and advocacy for students; demonstrating creativity and imagination in bringing about positive change; and working collaboratively with staff to improve the educational program and student achievement. Regional Principal of the Year winners are recognized at the MOASSP Fall Conference, where a state winner is chosen and entered in the NASSP Principal of the Year Program.

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Photo: S-C's Norton named Central Region Principal of the Year

Local Briefs April 27

Upcoming local blood drives

A large silver maple tree fell during storms on Thursday, April 25 and into the early morning hours of Friday, April 26 in Sedalia. The tree barely missed a home in the 1100 block of State Fair Boulevard. More storms are predicted for Saturday, April 27 and Sunday, April 28.

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Trees and limbs down across Sedalia; more storms expected this weekend

After the thunderstorms that hit Sedalia on Thursday, April 25 and in the early morning hours of Friday, April 26, Sedalians woke up to many trees and limbs down across the city.

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Police Reports April 27

This list is a sampling of crime in Sedalia and the surrounding area. Information is taken from official police reports, which do not necessarily contain statements from all parties involved in each case.

Church News April 26

Mayor's Prayer Breakfast slated for May 4

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SFCC welding students gain experience at Ames Municipal Power Plant

Bill providing tax relief for seniors requires work, commissioners say

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With time running short, Missouri Senate set to debate $50 billion state budget next week

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Smith-Cotton check in: Tigers golf places fifth at CMAC Championship

Smith-Cotton senior Dayne Hart tees off at the Smith-Cotton Classic golf tournament on April 8 at Sedalia Country Club. Hart shot a 98 at the CMAC Championship Wednesday.

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The Smith-Cotton boys golf team placed fifth at the Central Missouri Activities Conference Golf Championship Wednesday.

The Smithton boys track and field team celebrates placing first at the Kaysinger Conference Track and Field Meet Wednesday in Smithton. The team put up 181 points to claim the title.

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Smithton boys place first, Cole Camp girls repeat as Kaysinger champs

After being the runner-ups last season, the Smithton boys track and field team captured the Kaysinger Conference title Wednesday.

Burlingame to play soccer at Central Methodist University

Hailey Burlingame’s lifelong soccer career will continue at the next level.
Lady Roadrunners eyeing second-ever winning season

The State Fair Community College softball team has a chance to have a winning season for just the second …
Strong pitching leads Gremlins, Cardinals to championship game

Sacred Heart and Tipton will square off for the right to be crowned Kaysinger Conference champions …

Central Missouri dedicates Harbert Collegiate Golf Center

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Tournament Update: Cole Camp upsets Windsor, Tipton advances

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Tigers tennis hosts S-C Invitational, places seventh

The Smith-Cotton boys tennis team placed seventh at the Smith-Cotton Invitational Tournament Friday …

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S-C senior Lancaster qualifies for 3 national competitions

Smith-Cotton High DECA Advisor Kassie Nickel calls senior Jacelyn Lancaster “an academic weapon.” Lancaster also could be called a “triple threat.”

SFCC students work long hours to perfect Percy Jackson musical

State Fair Community College Theatre is presenting "The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical" this week.

Applewood Christian School to present 'Alice @ Wonderland'

Applewood Christian School is presenting its annual theatrical production after a two-year hiatus. “Alice @ Wonderland” is a modern and fresh adaptation of the traditional story of “Alice in Wonderland.”

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New sports editor joins Democrat staff

The Sedalia Democrat has welcomed a new sports editor in the newsroom.

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Angel Hughes has been working at Steak 'n Shake for six months and said the job has given her better skills in communication, problem solving and customer interaction. A paycheck and new friends come with the job as well.

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Seeking a summer job? Employers offer sound advice

As schools prepare to let students out for summer vacation, many are preparing to look for jobs.

Smith-Cotton students gather around the Housing table on Thursday, April 18, during a financial program, Reality Check, hosted by Central Bank of Sedalia. The program began five years ago and helps area high school students learn how to balance their bills with their salaries. The Housing table volunteers were all Sedalia real estate agents.

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Central Bank hosts Reality Check for S-C students

For the fifth year, Central Bank of Sedalia hosted a special program, Reality Check, for Smith-Cotton High School students.

Auto Glass Express employees gather for a photo on Monday, April 15, as they prepare to celebrate 25 years of business. From left are Adam Gabel, glass technician; Derrick Goodman, owner; Otto, the bloodhound; Yelena Butenko, assistant office manager; Brandon Goodman, owner; and Amber Staten, office manager. Not shown are glass technicians Patrick McGuire and Darell Crain.

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Auto Glass Express celebrates 25 years

Auto Glass Express, a family-owned business, is looking forward to celebrating 25 years in business. It credits the community for its longevity.

Sedalia Democrat announces change in publication days

Starting later this month, the Sedalia Democrat will transition to a twice-weekly print publication.

Ear, nose and throat specialist joins Bothwell medical team

Dr. Peter Gochee, a board-certified otolaryngologist, has joined Bothwell Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT).

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Summers of my past

The sun was shining through my window, and I could feel its warmth through the windowpane; outside, the grass was past mowing size and looked like a big green bedspread covering my yard.

When the eagle landed

No, this piece isn’t about Neil Armstrong’s famous words to NASA when he and Buzz Aldrin landed on the moon nearly 55 years ago. Instead, it refers to what happened during breakfast several weeks ago when Gary and I glanced out into our backyard to see a bald eagle on the ground alongside our small lake. He was devouring a squirrel and appearing to enjoy every bite.

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Recent letter needed more context

November marks Adoption Awareness Month

Recent landfill news report was concerning

New law will help protect children in foster care

Disagree with columnist's take on GOP debate

Immigration discussions should happen more

City should support alternative transportation options

Citizen's Police Academy was positive experience

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