Paula Tredway is a reporter for the California Democrat.
Calling all alumni: CMS is looking for track records
The hunt for any records related to California Middle School’s track team is on, as the team tries to establish a formal record book and board at CMS.
Apr. 14 2021 @ 12:05am
New owners hit 'Reset' on California gym
A California fitness destination is now sporting a new name and ownership.
Apr. 7 2021 @ 12:05am
School board discusses construction, 2021-22 district calendar
Superintendent Dwight Sanders shared an update on the construction project at the elementary and middle school.
Mar. 24 2021 @ 12:05am
Tipton student among finalist for Missouri's Bicentennial Poster Contest
A Moniteau County student was among four finalists in Missouri's Bicentennial Poster Contest.Ingrid Keene, a ninth-grade home-schooled student from Tipton, was one of the four students across the state selected after judging.
Mar. 24 2021 @ 12:05am
New pizza parlor coming to California this year
A California pair plan on bringing something new to the town, taking the place of a business stalwart of nearly the past 15 years.
Mar. 10 2021 @ 12:05am
California Middle School food pantry goes online for families
Once on the CMS Food Pantry page, parents will fill out a form with their name, family size, and a day and time for pick up, and then select from a list of food items available.
Mar. 3 2021 @ 12:05am
Volunteer, Citizen, Business of the Year recipients reflect on honor
On Feb. 11, the California Area Chamber of Commerce presented its annual Volunteer, Citizen and Business of the Year awards to this year's winners — Volunteers of the Year Dan and Carol Mesey with Moniteau County Toys for Tots, Citizen of the Year Allen Smith, and Business of the Year Leeper Auto Repair.
Feb. 24 2021 @ 12:05am
Remaining bond issue construction affected by weather
The Moniteau County R-1 School District Board of Education met Feb. 18 to discuss resignations, new contracts and bond issue updates.
Feb. 24 2021 @ 12:05am
School Board approves resignations, new hires
The Moniteau County R-1 School District Board of Education met Jan. 20 to discuss resignations, new hires and school board filing.
Feb. 3 2021 @ 12:05am
Salon owner: 'Hopefully, I'll be here 'til I retire'
Artistic Image Salon has moved over to the Village Green Shopping Center where the Beauty Bar once called home.
Jan. 27 2021 @ 12:05am
Beards and Shears Barbershop moving to Oak Street
Beards and Shears Barbershop is set to move from its current location to a new spot on the Oak Street strip.
Jan. 27 2021 @ 12:05am
California Middle School welcomes new reading teachers
The Moniteau County R-1 School District hired two new reading teachers at California Middle School, Linda Stoaks for sixth grade and Danielle Wood for seventh grade, for the new semester to help with combating the coronavirus pandemic.
Jan. 20 2021 @ 12:05am
Oak Street Business District prepares for new year
After a busy 2020, members of the Oak Street Business District have their sights set on another productive year.
Jan. 13 2021 @ 12:05am
CES raises more than $2,000 through Circle of Sharing
California Elementary School recently wrapped up another successful iteration of its annual Circle of Sharing, raising more than $2,000.
Jan. 6 2021 @ 12:05am
Local businesses thrive during holiday season
The holiday season went well for some California businesses, despite all the uncertainty of the coronavirus pandemic.
Jan. 6 2021 @ 12:05am
Gentle Ben's Socks for the Homeless collects more than 4,500 pairs of socks for donation
Despite the challenges 2020 has brought for many, Gentle Ben's Socks for the Homeless managed to make it another successful one for donations to help the Mid-Missouri community.
Dec. 30 2020 @ 12:05am
School board approves resignations and new hires for 2021
The Moniteau County R-1 School District Board of Education met Dec. 16, discussing resignations, new hires and the coronavirus.
Dec. 23 2020 @ 12:05am
Sally Vogel retires from Beauty Bar after 50 years
A long career is coming to an end for a stalwart of the California salon scene.After 50 years, Sally Vogel has decided to retire from the Beauty Bar to move on to the next chapter of her life.
Dec. 16 2020 @ 12:05am
Modern Edge Boutique moves to new location
Modern Edge Boutique has found a new home in California.The store opened Oct. 31 at its new location at 207 W Buchanan Street Suite C.
Dec. 9 2020 @ 12:05am
Russellville set to celebrate with Christmas parades this weekend
Two parades are set to take place in the community Saturday — the Russellville Lions Club's parade in the morning and a lighted tractor parade that evening.
Dec. 9 2020 @ 12:05am