2 days ago I was very fortunate to help represent Sedalia at Whiteman AFB for Sedalia Day. We had over 60 Sedalians representing the town, from the mayor and city council and other city heads.
2 days ago When I signed my name on the dotted line for the United State Air Force, it confirmed that for the next six years, Uncle Sam owned me. At the time, I had no idea I would eventually have my own radio show. I also never thought the two worlds would merge. If you haven't heard by now, I will be deploying soon with the U.S. Air Force. My last day behind the mic will be March 7.
3 days ago The Warrensburg Police Department and University of Central Missouri Police Department are asking for the public's assistance with the investigation surrounding the body of an infant that was found Tuesday, March 4 in a cave at Pertle Springs, a public recreation area located south of the UCM campus.
4 days ago We're holding the Better Country, KIX 105 St. Jude Country Cares Radiothon from now through Friday, March 7. This is your opportunity to help ensure the doors remain open and that the care continues for children and families in need of the health care provided by St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
4 days ago Sedalia School District 200 is looking into a delay that affected a text alert that was sent out last weekend informing parents and students school was cancelled last Monday (March 3).
You don't have to find the end of a rainbow to find St. Patrick's Day treasure this year. All you have to do is keep your eyes peeled around town for our 'Lucky Leprechaun' pots of gold for your chance to win some great prizes!
5 days ago University of Central Missouri Police have launched an investigation after the body of an infant was found near the UCM campus in Warrensburg on Tuesday afternoon (March 4).
While the main issue at Monday night’s City Council work session (March 3) was a final review of the 2015 fiscal budget, the item on the agenda that garnered the most attention was amending the smoking ordinance for the City of Sedalia.
2 weeks ago So we have some more bad weather headed our way, and I've noticed this video floating around online. A man who identifies himself as Frankie MacDonald loudly and repetitively informs us of an impending winter storm in the state of Missouri, giving the details on how the storm is being caused, and warns us to be prepared. A lot of people are wondering what's the deal with this guy and why he cares so much about a storm in Missouri. So I did some research and found out a little more about Mr. MacDonald.
UPDATE, March 2, 2014: The winter weather continues to roll through West Central Missouri. The National Weather Service has now changed the storm forecast and claims the Winter Storm Warning will go until midnight tonight. The light snow and sleet will taper off through the day. However, another round of light snow is expected to develop, according to the National Weather Service and Sedalia/Pettis County Emergency Management Director David Clippert.
Like most of us, I expected to see a few inches of snow on the ground,” said David Clippert. “Instead, we had freezing drizzle which made it very slick and then sleet, which means it's still slick. We still have a ways to go . Now they are calling for a possible 2 inches. Very cold tomorrow morning. This is a good day to stay home. If you don't need to be out then please stay home and let the road crews safely do their jobs.”
The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDot) has issued a no travel advisory and most of the state is considered to be in a covered state with either snow, ice or sleet this morning (Mar. 2).
Governor Jay Nixon announced he has activated the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) and delayed his scheduled departure to Canada for a trade mission. The Governor and state emergency officials continue to track the weather system and are in close contact with the National Weather Service and local emergency management agencies to monitor conditions.
“State emergency management officials are working to ensure we are fully prepared for what is forecast to be a severe winter storm,” Governor Nixon said. “Snow and freezing rain, combined with high winds, will bring hazardous conditions and potential power outages to parts of the state. As we brace for another round of severe winter weather, I urge Missourians to use caution, check on friends and neighbors, and avoid unnecessary travel so that MoDOT and local road crews can do their important work to keep Missourians safe.”
The National Weather Service is expecting dangerous wind chills to continue through Tuesday.
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UPDATE: The National Weather Service in Kansas City/Pleasant Hill has issued a winter storm warning for periods of heavy sleet and snow, which is in effect from 6 p.m. this evening to 6 a.m. Monday for all of central and West Central Missouri, including Pettis County. The winter storm watch is no longer in effect.
