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Sedalia Concert Band to Perform at First Thursdays!
Looking for the perfect way to spend a summer evening in Sedalia? Join us for First Thursdays this Thursday in Downtown Sedalia, and experience one of the season’s most anticipated musical performances! We’re thrilled to feature the Sedalia Concert Band, a beloved local tradition that embodies the spirit of community, talent, and summer fun. This…
Read MoreThe Historic Bichsel Jewelry Street Clock is Installed in Downtown!
A treasured Sedalia landmark is once again marking time for downtown visitors. The historic Bichsel Jewelry street clock — first erected in 1882 — has been successfully installed on South Ohio Avenue, returning to its rightful place as a beloved symbol of the city’s enduring heritage. The restoration and relocation of the clock were made…
Read MoreDowntown Sedalia’s First Thursday — Celebrate July 3 with Live Music, Family Fun, and Community Spirit
The City of Sedalia and Sedalia Downtown Main Street invite the entire community to celebrate Independence Week in the heart of Downtown Sedalia at the First Thursday event on Thursday, July 3, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This special holiday edition promises an evening packed with family-friendly activities, great local food, shopping, and an…
Read MoreProgress Update on Historic Bichsel Clock Installation in Downtown Sedalia
The City of Sedalia is pleased to share an update on the long-anticipated return of the historic Bichsel Clock to Downtown Sedalia. Electrical contractors began work this week on conduit installation along South Ohio Avenue between 2nd and 3rd Streets. By Thursday evening (June 26), the clock base is expected to be set and in…
Read MoreClean Sweep Area for the Week of June 30, 2025
The City of Sedalia will have its “Clean Sweep” Program next week, June 30 – July 3, 2025 in the following area: North Boundary — W. Broadway Blvd.West Boundary — City LimitsSouth Boundary — City LimitsEast Boundary — S. Limit Ave. Please leave all materials at the curb or between the sidewalk and street in…
Read MorePreparation Begins Along S. Ohio Avenue Between 2nd Street and 3rd Street for Bichsel Clock Placement
All Pro Electric will begin electrical work on Thursday, June 26, with the project expected to continue through Tuesday, July 1, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily. Work will primarily take place in the sidewalk areas along S. Ohio Avenue between 2nd and 3rd Streets, with trucks and equipment parked in…
Read MoreSedalia Transitions Yard Waste Pickup Program to On-Demand Scheduling Starting July 1
The City of Sedalia is making an update to its Bi-Monthly Yard Waste Disposal & Pickup Program. Beginning July 1, 2025, participating residents will transition to an on-demand scheduling model designed to improve flexibility, expand service capacity, and streamline City operations. Previously, yard waste pickups were automatically scheduled based on trash routes. Under the new…
Read MoreSedalia Road Closure Notice — Milling & Paving — East 16th Street
Milling operations are underway, and East 16th Street is currently closed from South Ingram Avenue to South Engineer Avenue. This section will remain closed through Thursday, June 26. Starting Monday, June 30, crews will begin milling and paving the section of East 16th Street from South Ohio Avenue to South Engineer Avenue. That portion of…
Read MoreCity of Sedalia and Public Works Team Support United Way’s Day of Action
On Saturday, June 21, more than 270 volunteers came together for the United Way of Pettis County’s Day of Action, a countywide initiative that mobilizes volunteers from all walks of life — businesses, industries, faith groups, civic organizations, and individuals — to meet pressing community needs through hands-on service. This year’s Day of Action focused…
Read MoreQuarter Pound of Meth Found in Hidden Car Compartment During Sedalia Drug Bust
A major drug bust unfolded in Sedalia on June 18, 2025, as detectives with the Sedalia Police Department and the Mid-Missouri Drug Task Force executed search warrants at a home on the city’s east side, uncovering a significant stash of methamphetamine hidden in a secret vehicle compartment. Officers served the warrants at 1701 East 4th…
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