Healthy donors with all blood types are needed, especially those with types AB, O, B negative and A negative. To make an appointment to donate blood, download the free Red Cross Blood Donor App from app stores, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Donors can now use the Blood Donor App to access their... Read more »

Warrensburg Parks and Recreation is hosting programs during the winter break. The Winter Break Out-of-School Days will be held on Monday, Dec. 21; Tuesday, Dec. 22; Wednesday, Dec. 23; Monday, Dec. 28; Tuesday, Dec. 29; and Wednesday, Dec. 30. Drop off and pick up must be between the hours of 6:45 a.m. and 6 p.m. The program is open to children in grades K-5th.... Read more »

The deadline to register for Community Emergency Response Team training is Jan. 5. Classes are scheduled to begin Jan. 14. When emergencies happen, CERT members are trained to provide support and assistance to victims and to organize spontaneous volunteers at a disaster site. CERT members can also help with nonemergency projects that help improve the safety of... Read more »

Old Drum Open Mic is set for 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 7, at Tranquility Shop, 128 N. Holden St. in downtown Warrensburg. Area writers, songwriters, composers and other presenters are welcomed. Walk-ins can usually be accommodated. Performance slots are limited to 15 minutes but may be extended after all others have been accommodated. Pre-scheduled presenters are: Julia... Read more »