News Releases
Lane Closure — Paving Operations — W. 10th Street from S. Mitchell Road to Winchester Drive — Monday, November 16, 2026 through Thursday, November 19, 2026
Beginning on Monday, November 16, 2026, and continuing through Thursday, November 19, 2026, the City of Sedalia’s Public Works Operations Division will begin paving operations on W. 10th Street from S. Mitchell Road to Winchester Drive. During this period, road construction will result in the roadway being restricted to one lane of traffic. Paving work…
Read More2026 Christmas Light Contest
Is your home ready to shine this holiday season? The City of Sedalia is now accepting entries for the 2026 Christmas Light Contest. Applications are due by noon on Monday, December 7, 2026. Judging will take place on Tuesday, December 8, starting at 6:30 p.m. Please make sure your lights are on by that time.…
Read MoreUtilities Department to Conduct Smoke Testing — McVey Road to E. 37th Street and Woods Drive to S. New York Avenue — Thursday, October 29, 2026 and Friday, October 30, 2026
On Thursday, October 29, 2026, and Friday, October 30, 2026, the City of Sedalia’s Utilities Department will be conducting smoke tests of the sewer system from McVey Road to E. 37th Street and Woods Drive to S. New York Avenue, weather permitting. Smoke testing involves blowing air and smoke into the sewer system through manholes.…
Read MoreUtilities Department to Conduct Smoke Testing — Covered Bridge Estates: E. 32nd Street to Bluegrass Drive and Cannon Drive to Ashland Lane — Wednesday, October 21, 2026 and Thursday, October 22, 2026
On Wednesday, October 21, 2026, and Thursday, October 22, 2026, the City of Sedalia’s Utilities Department will be conducting smoke tests of the sewer system in Covered Bridge Estates from E. 32nd Street to Bluegrass Drive and Cannon Drive to Ashland Lane, weather permitting. Smoke testing involves blowing air and smoke into the sewer system…
Read MoreIntersection Closure — S. Sneed Avenue at W. 14th Street — Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Beginning at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, and continuing until 5:00 p.m. the intersection of S. Sneed Avenue at W. 14th Street will be closed to through traffic. Heavy equipment and workers will be in the area working on a stormwater improvement project. Travelers in the area are advised to find an alternate…
Read MorePaul Bruhn Revitalization Grant — Sedalia Historic Preservation Commission Announces Project Authorized to Begin
A new project will begin work utilizing the Paul Bruhn Historic Revitalization Grant. 606 South Ohio Street received approval from the National Park Service to begin their scope of work. 606 South Ohio will see the installation of replacement windows on the second floor, restorative tuckpointing and restoration of the historic storefront. The project is…
Read MorePaul Bruhn Revitalization Grant — Sedalia Historic Preservation Commission Announces Project Authorized to Begin
A new project will begin work utilizing the Paul Bruhn Historic Revitalization Project Grant. 308 West Main Street received approval from the National Park Service to begin their scope of work. 308 West Main will see the installation of replacement windows on the second floor, a new roof, restorative tuckpointing and restoration of the historic…
Read MoreUtilities Department to Conduct Smoke Testing — Covered Bridge Estates: Travis Drive and Flat Creek Drive — Friday, September 18, 2026
On Friday, September 18, 2026, the City of Sedalia’s Utilities Department will be conducting smoke tests of the sewer system in Covered Bridge Estates on Travis Drive and Flat Creek Drive, weather permitting. Smoke testing involves blowing air and smoke into the sewer system through manholes. Smoke testing is one technique used to identify structural…
Read MoreSpringfork Lake Temporarily Closes — September 23, 2026 through September 25, 2026 — Missouri Department of Conservation Spraying Lotus Plant Via Airplane
Springfork Lake will be temporarily closed to the public beginning at 6:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 23, 2026, through 6:00 a.m. Friday, September 25, 2026. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will be conducting an aerial treatment of the lotus plant at Springfork Lake on Wednesday, September 23, and Thursday, September 24. The closure is necessary…
Read MoreWater Service Interruption for Water Line Relocation — S. Grand Ave. from W. Broadway Blvd. to W. 10th St. and W. 9th St. from S. Grand Ave. to S. Stewart Ave. — Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Beginning at 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, and continuing until 5:00 p.m. water service will be interrupted along S. Grand Ave. from W. Broadway Blvd. to W. 10th St. and W. 9th St. from S. Grand Ave. to S. Stewart Ave. Heavy equipment and workers will be present on the roadway during this…
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