Warrensburg Parks and Recreation is hosting a Duck Derby at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, at Nassif Aquatic Center. There will be face painting, games, food and prizes for the winners. The races will start at 11 a.m. Ducks are available for purchase at the Warrensburg Community Center. You must bring your duck the day of the race for a chance to... Read more »

The 113th Missouri State Fair, themed “Show Offs Welcome!” takes place Aug. 13-23 in Sedalia. For more information about concerts, events and other Fair activities, visit mostatefair.com, follow the Fair on Facebook and Twitter, or call 1-800-422-FAIR (3247).

The Warrensburg Parks and Recreation annual Doggie Dive is set for 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 13, at the Nassif Aquatic Center. This program takes place before the pool is drained. All dogs must be up to date on all vaccinations. The fee is $4 per dog. For more information, contact Jayme Gee, recreation supervisor, at jayme.gee@warrensburg-mo.com, visit... Read more »

University of Central Missouri Athletics will host its 15th annual Celebrating Central Missouri Athletics auction and dinner presented by Husch Blackwell at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14. The auction raises funds in support of Central Missouri's 17 intercollegiate athletic programs. Participants can enjoy hors d'oeuvres and beverages and bid on silent auction items from 5:30-7:30 p.m. A... Read more »