News Releases

The City of Sedalia is pleased to announce that QuikTrip (QT), a nationally recognized leader in convenience retail, fresh food, and high-quality fuel, is officially coming to Sedalia. The new QuikTrip location will be constructed at the northwest corner of U.S. Highway 65 and U.S. Highway 50, one of the most visible and highly traveled…

After a competitive interview process, the City of Sedalia is pleased to announce the promotion of Dimitrius Maduros to Chief Building Official. While Dimitrius has served the City for nearly two years as a Building Inspector, this promotion reflects not only his technical expertise, but also his people-first, solutions-oriented approach to public service. Most recently,…

At the December 1, 2025 City Council meeting, representatives from The Embassy, a local recovery and transitional housing program serving men in Pettis County, delivered a comprehensive presentation outlining the organization’s mission, program structure, personal impact stories, and facility improvement needs supported by opioid settlement funding. Embassy leadership and board members shared information about the…

It’s almost time to renew your pet’s license for the new year. Current tags expire on December 31, 2025, and licenses should be renewed by January 31, 2026 to avoid a penalty. Annual license fees: To renew, stop by the City of Sedalia Finance Department inside the Municipal Building and bring: Have questions or need…

Sedalia once again came aglow as residents lit up the city with creativity, joy, and holiday spirit. Thank you to everyone who participated in the 45th Annual Christmas Lights Contest. Your displays made judging both fun and wonderfully difficult! We are proud to announce this year’s winners: 1st Place — $100Katie Sanchez — 3309 South…

Thank you for joining us at today’s Push-In Ceremony for the Sedalia Fire Department’s new aerial truck. This morning, our community helped welcome this new apparatus into service with a tradition that dates back to the 1800s. Before fire engines had motors, firefighters had to push their horse-drawn equipment back into the station by hand.…

This season, the greatest gift you can give might have four paws and a hopeful heart. Now through the end of December, every dog at the Sedalia Animal Shelter is dreaming of the same thing. . . a warm home, a soft place to land, and a family to love. To help make those wishes…