If anyone were to ask Warrenton senior Autumn Heard – in a word – what she’s all about, her answer would be simple. Community is the singular word she hopes will describe what’s most … more

The Warren County R-III School Board has aligned with the Missouri School Boards Association (MSBA) on updating nearly all district policies. At its December meeting, the board summarily approved by unanimous vote 18 of the 19 MSBA recommendations governing topics such as release of information, artificial intelligence use, reductions in professional staff workforce, special education, admissions, enrollment eligibility, dress code, weapons at school, discipline, discipline reporting and records, behavioral threat assessment and suicide awareness. more

Former assessor reaches agreement with state for restitution By William Carroll The probation revocation hearing for former Warren County assessor Wendy Nordwald Kozma was continued … more

Visitors to the Warren County Museum have had a treat for the last several years in the form of a fully mapped out Christmas village diorama as they enter the facilityeach holiday season. The village is a labor of love that began in the early 1980s. more

The Warrenton Planning and Zoning Commission will consider the site plan and the issuance of a conditional use permit for the proposed data center within city limits at its Jan. 8 meeting. In order for more members from the public to attend the meeting, it will be held at the Warrenton High School Commons, 803 Pinckney Road, at 6 p.m. more

The following students were named WOW winners at Warrior Ridge Elementary for the week ending Dec. 19for being safe, respectful and responsible. Pictured are Elijah, Emery, Jasper, Molly, Kylan, Ava, … more

The following students were named WOW winners at Warrior Ridge Elementary for the week ending Dec. 12 for being safe, respectful and responsible. Pictured are Sawyer, Kambree, Manny, Heaven, Will, … more

The Warren County R-III School District has brought itself into compliance with state statutes governing the payment of substitute teachers, which will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2026. Missouri House Bill 567, signed by Governor Mike Kehoe into law on July 10, repealed statewide earned paid sick time and modified the state's minimum wage law. The current rate of $13.75 will rise to $15.00. more

As a freshman, Jack Morris received some sage words from Warrenton football coach Jason Koper. “Coach said (back then) that these four years were going to go by so fast,” Morris said. “I didn’t really believe it until I lived it.” more

The Warrenton Board of Aldermen unanimously approved the fiscal year 2026 budget during their meeting Dec. 16. According to documentation provided during the meeting, the 2026 budget includes total projected revenues of $16,583,955. The revenues include water and sewer revenues of $5,839,334, which includes a four percent increase in utility rates, which was also approved at the Dec. 16 meeting. Sales tax revenues are projected at $6,043,088, which is a decrease from fiscal year 2025 due to the sunset of the half cent capital improvements sales tax. Real estate and personal property tax revenues are projected to be $738,004, which is an increase of 10 percent over projected FY 2025. Real estate and personal property tax revenues are allocated $468,815 to the general fund, while $269,189 is allocated to parks in the special revenue fund. more

The Warrenton Board of Aldermen unanimously approved an ordinance which amended the city’s code relating to information technology and data processing facilities during their Dec. 16 meeting after making adjustments for setbacks and decibel level requirements. The proposed ordinance came before the aldermen after passing a Planning and Zoning Commission review, where the commission approved the measure 10-0. more

With a pair of tough games coming up after Christmas, senior guard Deadrick Forrest and the Warrenton boys basketball team knew they couldn’t afford to get caught up in the throes of a rivalry game … more

The following students were named WOW winners at Warrior Ridge Elementary for the week ending Dec. 5 for being safe, respectful and responsible. Pictured are Piper, Simon, Declan, Jacob, Alley, Ayla, Francis, Louis, Liam, Charlotte, Zofia, Jaxxon, Ryan and Tanner. Emma was named Bus Rider of the Week.  more

The following students were chosen as Leaders of the Week at Daniel Boone Elementary for the week of Dec. 3. A faculty member nominated each child for modeling leadership qualities. Pictured, top row from left,Carmen Stout and Beau Smith. Second row from top, Jaxson Ellyson and Finan Murdock. Third row from top, Jada McPike, Maliyah Gee, Holly Kelly and Wyatt Mordt. Bottom row, Bentley Schutte-Heffner, Gavin Wolgamott, Willow Murray and Sophia Riegel. more

Backed by the heroic return of junior Alexis Ruff, the Warrenton girls wrestling team made history Friday at the ‘War in Wentzville’ tournament, hosted by Liberty. Ruff, wrestling in her first tournament this season after recuperating from a torn labrum suffered in August, was named the wrestler of the tournament, as voted on by the event’s respective coaches amongst each wrestler at the event. more

Savannah Miller’s versatility and steady play have earned her Athlete of the Month honors after a strong start to her senior season. more

A high school student’s senior year is full of fun and memories that they can carry with them for a lifetime, especially when you include memories on the sports fields. The 2025-26 school year is an extra-special year for Warrenton senior Billy Speiser, though, as he gets the chance to finish his time before college by coming home. more

The results of the Warren County R-III School District's annual audit have been released. At the December meeting of the R-III School Board, Superintendent Dr. Gregg Klinginsmith presented the findings of the district’s yearly independent audit. more

There were plenty of reasons for the Warrenton girls' basketball team to be amped up on Monday. It was the home opener for the Warriors. The game came against a very good Hermann team. Warrenton … more

 A comeback effort fell just short for Warrenton on Thursday as the Warriors dropped the 41-40 decision on the road. more

The following students were chosen as Leaders of the Week at Daniel Boone Elementary for the week of Nov. 18. A faculty member nominated each child for modeling leadership qualities. Pictured, top row from left, Cerenity McHenry, Journey Jordan, Mila Fowler, Isabella Tracy and Audree Collins. Middle row from top, Naomi Pavia, Alexanne Garland, Collin Rich, Lizzie Buchanan and Mailey Hayes. Bottom row from top, Silas Colley, Owen Wesley, Dawson Sullivan, Eli Sanders and Stormi Shrum. more

Due to lack of a quorum, the Warrenton Board of Aldermen meeting Dec. 2 was opened and closed without any action taken. Only three of the required four aldermen were present during the meeting. … more

While cellphone insubordination isn’t a surprising discipline issue the Warren County R-III School District is facing, given the new state law that went into effect at the start of the school year, there are some other eyebrow-raising concerns. more

Makayala Witthaus has waited patiently for her chance. After months away from the competitive landscape due to a broken hand during softball, Witthaus announced her presence with authority for the Warrenton girls' basketball team on Nov. 24. more

The Warrenton Planning and Zoning Commission approved several amendments to Chapter 405, Amendments to Appendix A, specifically regarding proposed data centers. more