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5/1/07 - Slots Still Available At Warrensburg Farmers' Market

4/6/07 - Warrensburg Farmers' Market Opens April 14

2/21/07 - Main Street Piccadilly Auction is This Saturday

2/8/07 - Tickets On Sale For Main Street Auction

11/7/06 - Main Street Conducts 3rd Annual Trivia Event

10/26/06 - Main Street Announces Window Contest Winners

10/18/06 - Main Street Announces Annual Downtown Trick-Or-Treat

10/11/06 - Main Street Announces Small Business Conference

9/29/06 - Main Street To Hold Open House

9/28/06 - Warrensburg Not Selected For D.R.E.A.M. Initiative

9/5/06 - Warrensburg Main Street Hires Executive Director

8/1/06 - Warrensburg’s D.R.E.A.M. Initiative Application Submitted

7/24/06 - Downtown Parking Forum To Be Held

7/17/06 - Hot Dogs and Cool Cars This Saturday

6/23/06 - Main Street To Hold Open House

6/22/06 - Main Street Plans Summer Event

6/13/06 - Main Street Hires New Executive Director

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For Immediate Release
Tuesday, May 1, 2007

For more information, contact:
Jessica Thomas, (660) 429-3988

Slots Still Available At Warrensburg Farmers' Market

Warrensburg, MO - Warrensburg Main Street, Inc., downtown Warrensburg's revitalizaiton organization announces that slots are still available for vendors wishing to participate in this season's Farmers' Market.

The market operates from 7 a.m. until sellout every Saturday, and from 7 a.m. to sellout on Wednesday mornings, beginning May 9.

The fees for vendors wishing to sell items at the Farmers’ Market are $30 for the season. Persons wanting to sell for only one day pay $10 for that day.

On Saturday, May 12, the market will also be open to craft vendors for a one-day-only event.

Prospective vendors wanting more information about the Farmers' Market or who want to register for may visit or call the Main Street office, or see market manager Jan Evans during market hours.

Warrensburg Main Street, Inc. is a non-profit, all-volunteer organization focused on the development and revitalization of the downtown Warrensburg community. More information is available by calling the Main Street office at (660) 429-3988, or by visiting the website, www.warrensburg.net.

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For Immediate Release
Friday, April 6, 2007

For more information, contact:
Jessica Thomas, (660) 429-3988

Warrensburg Farmers' Market Opens April 14

Warrensburg, MO - Warrensburg's Farmers' Market will open for another season beginning Saturday, April 14.

The market will operate from 7 a.m. until sellout every Saturday, and from 7 a.m. to noon on Wednesday mornings, beginning May 9.

Products that vendors plan on offering this season include locally grown fresh produce, farm fresh eggs, home-baked cookies, pies and breads, flowers, plants and herbs, jams, jellies and honey.

The fees for vendors wishing to sell items at the Farmers’ Market are $30 for the season. Persons wanting to sell for only one day will pay $10 for that day. Jan Evans will again serve as volunteer market manager. Vendors are encouraged to provide advance information about what produce they plan to bring so the information could be listed on Warrensburg Main Street’s website.

Prospective vendors wanting more information about the Farmers' Market or who want to register for the season should visit or call the Main Street office.

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For Immediate Release,
Wednesday, February 21, 2007

For more information, contact:
Jessica Thomas, (660) 429-3988

Main Street Piccadilly Auction is This Saturday

Warrensburg, MO - Close to $6,000 in donated goods and services is expected to be up-for-bid at the 5th Annual Piccadilly Auction this Saturday morning at the First Christian Church auditorium, 101 E. Gay St.. The event benefits the downtown revitalization efforts of Warrensburg Main Street, Inc..

Doors will open at 9 a.m. Saturday, with brunch catered by Heroe's Restaurant beginning at 9:30 a.m., along with a silent auction.

The Piccadilly Auction follows, featuring items donated by area businesses, organizations and individuals. A complete listing of items for bid can be found on the Main Street website, www.warrensburg.net.

Sponsored tables are still available for this year's auction. Business or groups may sponsor a table of up to 8 people at $400, $300, or $200 sponsorships, which includes signage at the table, seating at the front of the room, and recognition in the Picadilly Auction program.

Advance tickets are available for purchase at the Warrensburg Main Street office, 109 N. Holden, next-door to UMB Bank.

A complete and current listing of items that will be auctioned at the event can be found on the Main Street web site, www.warrensburg.net. This listing will be updated regularly, and everyone is encouraged to re-visit the web site often for the latest updates.

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For Immediate Release,
Thursday, February 8, 2007

For more information, contact:
Jessica Thomas, (660) 429-3988

Tickets On Sale For Main Street Auction

Warrensburg, MO - Warrensburg Main Street, Inc., downtown Warrensburg's revitalization organization is currently selling tickets for the 5th Annual Piccadilly Auction. This year's auction will be held on Saturday, February 24th from 9 a.m. to noon, at the First Christian Church auditorium, 101 E. Gay St..

The event includes a buffet-style brunch catered by Heroes Restaurant beginning at 9:30 a.m., along with a silent auction. The Piccadilly Auction will follow, featuring items donated by area businesses, organizations and individuals.

Groups and businesses will once again have the opportunity to sponsor a table, along with extra "perks" during the event. Tables with seating of up to 8 people are available at sponsorship levels of $400, $300 and $200, which include signage at the table, seating at the front of the room, and recognition in the Piccadilly Auction program.

"This is a wonderful opportunity for businesses, organizations, families, or anyone to get involved in our community," said Jessica Thomas, executive director of Warrensburg Main Street. "not to mention the wonderful gifts they could take home from the auction.”

Advance tickets to the Piccadilly Auction are also on sale, or may be purchased at the door the day of the event. Individual tickets are $20 each, or $160 for a table of 8, which includes admission to the auction, along with brunch. Tickets are available for purchase by visiting the Main Street office at 109 N. Holden St., next-door to UMB Bank, or by calling (660) 429-3988.

Warrensburg Main Street is currently seeking donations of merchandise and services to this year's auction. Donors will receive recognition during the event, both in the printed program and while their item is being auctioned, and on the Main Street web site. Those wishing to donate an item to the auction may call the Main Street office.

More information on the Piccadilly Auction is available via the Main Street web site, www.warrensburg.net. The web site will soon provide a detailed listing of items available for bidding. This listing will be updated regularly, and everyone is encouraged to re-visit the web site for the latest information.

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For Immediate Release
Tuesday, November 7, 2006

For more information, contact:
Jessica Thomas, 429-3988

Main Street Conducts 3rd Annual Trivia Event

Warrensburg, MO - Warrensburg's downtown revitalization program, Warrensburg Main Street, Inc. will conduct its 3rd Annual "Wreaths and Wits" holiday auction and trivia event on Saturday, November 18, at the White Rose Pavilion in downtown Warrensburg.

The evening gets underway at 6 p.m. with a social hour, complete with holiday music, hors d' oeuvres, drinks, and a silent auction featuring the wreaths from the wreath decorating contest.

Following the "wreaths" portion of the evening, the "wits" portion gets underway, hosted again this year by TV and Radio personality Jerry Adams. Tables of 8 people compete against other tables of trivia buffs for the title of "the most questionably intellectual team in Warrensburg," and a prize stocking for each member at the table.

"We are once again looking forward to hosting an outstanding pool of trivial talent in the Warrensburg community," said Jessica Thomas, executive director. "And to have Jerry return again as host is an added treat to the fun and excitement everyone has come to expect from this annual competition."

Businesses or groups may sponsor a table at various donation levels ranging from $25 per person to a table of 8 for $500, which includes signage at the donor's table, priority seating, recognition in the holiday program, and 16 complementary drink tickets. All proceeds from the evening benefit the downtown revitalization activities of Warrensburg Main Street.

Jerry Adams is the host of "Jerry Adams Outdoors," seen on several area television stations, and "The Jerry Adams Show," which airs on several area radio stations.

Groups, businesses, or individuals are invited to decorate and donate a wreath for the wreath contest. Attendees at the event will become the judges of first, second and third place wreath winners via their auction bids. All entries will become a donation to Main Street. Those wishing to enter a wreath in the competition must deliver their entries to the Main Street office, 109 N. Holden, next to UMB Bank, no later than Thursday, November 16.

Main Street is also seeking prize and food donors to the event. "Stocking Stuffer" donors should donate 8 identical items that will go into holiday stockings awarded to members of the winning table, and will receive recognition in the event program. Restaurants may also donate food to the social portion of the evening, and will also receive recognition in the event program. Those wishing to donate items may call the Main Street office at (660) 429-3988.

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For Immediate Release
Thursday, October 26, 2006

For more information, contact:
Jessica Thomas, 429-3988

Main Street Announces Window Contest Winners

Warrensburg, MO - Warrensburg's downtown revitalization program, Warrensburg Main Street, Inc. announces the winners of the downtown Halloween window decorating contest.

Edit Express, 201 N. Holden St., won first place in the competition. Ye Olde Flower Shop, 106 E. Market St., and Heroe's Restaurant, 107 W. Pine St., won second and third places, respectively.

Judges from Central Missouri State University had a difficult task making their choices in the competition, according to Jessica Thomas, Main Street Executive Director.

"The judges had a wonderful collection of designs to decide on," she said. "It's obvious that there is a lot of visual merchandising talent right here in our downtown community. All of the contributions will go a long way in making next Tuesday's event a truly festive occasion." she added.

The Halloween window decorating contest kicks off the annual downtown Trick-or-Treat event to be held next Tuesday from 4 to 6 p.m. Downtown Warrensburg streets will be closed during that time, as children of all ages visit merchants for treats, and perhaps a few tricks.

There will be some new events added to this year's festivities. Volunteers with Trails Regional Library will offer face painting for kids of all ages during the event, A-Plus Photography will be set up on the courthouse lawn to take pictures of your child in costume for a $5 fee, and local storyteller Robert Schneider will offer up ghost stores to kids every 10 minutes from 5-6 p.m. at the courthouse.

The third-annual Halloween parade and contest begins at 6 p.m. around the courthouse square. Greg Hassler and James Sales from KOKO/Mike-FM will be on-hand to emcee the event. There is no entry fee to participate in the contest.

Downtown Warrensburg streets will be closed during the event. Holden Street from Madison to Gay, West Pine Street from Washington to Holden, and the streets surrounding the courthouse will all be closed.

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For Immediate Release
Wednesday, October 18, 2006

For more information, contact:
Jessica Thomas, 429-3988

Main Street Announces Annual Downtown Trick-Or-Treat

Warrensburg, MO - Warrensburg's downtown revitalization program, Warrensburg Main Street, Inc. announces the annual Downtown Trick-or-Treat event, to be held on Tuesday, Oct. 31.

Downtown area merchants invite children of all ages to visit them between 4 and 6 p.m., as they distribute treats, and perhaps a few tricks to participants. Downtown city streets will be closed during that time.

The third-annual Halloween parade and contest begins at 6 p.m. around the courthouse square. Greg Hassler and James sales from KOKO/Mike-FM will be on-hand to emcee the event. There is no entry fee to participate in the contest.

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For Immediate Release,
Wednesday, October 11, 2006

For more information, contact:
Jessica Thomas, (660) 429-3988

Main Street Announces Small Business Conference

Warrensburg, MO - Warrensburg Main Street, Inc., now has registration forms available for a Small Business Development Conference that will be held Wednesday, October, 25 in Ozark, Mo.

The morning session of the conference will be spent learning how to step outside the business and rethink strategies. Julie Short, Missouri Small Business Development Center in Springfield, will be the morning speaker and will discuss how to “Take Your Business to the Next Level.” She has extensive experience in marketing and advertising, market research, strategic planning, and training.

Barbara Long with E-savvy Communications in Jefferson City will lead the afternoon session with a presentation titled “Make Your Cash Registers Zing with E-Commerce.” Her firm specializes in planning, developing, implementing and evaluating dynamic web sites based on sound public relations and marketing practices.

Registration for the conference is $50 per person. Registration forms may be picked up at the Warrensburg Main Street Office at 109 N. Holden, next-door to U.M.B. Bank.

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For Immediate Release,
Friday, September 29, 2006

For more information, contact:
Jessica Thomas, (660) 429-3988

Main Street To Hold Open House

Warrensburg, MO - Warrensburg Main Street, Inc., downtown Warrensburg's revitalization organization will hold an open house to welcome its new Executive Director Jessica Thomas on Wednesday, October 4 from 4 to 6 p.m..

Thomas is originally from Slater, Mo. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Missouri Valley College in Marshall. She lived and worked in Warrensburg for a short time before entering the field of counseling and mental health. She recently moved back to Warrensburg to make this her home.

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For Immediate Release,
Thursday, September 28, 2006

For more information, contact:
Jessica Thomas, (660) 429-3988

Warrensburg Not Selected For D.R.E.A.M. Initiative

Warrensburg, MO - The Board of Directors of Warrensburg Main Street, Inc. received word this week that the City of Warrensburg was not among the group of designees for the Downtown Revitalization Economic Assistance program announced earlier this year.

Joyce Michael, Board President, said she was disappointed that Warrensburg's application was not selected as one of the ten winners in the program, however the community had a lot to gain from going through the application process.

"Main Street and the City worked closely together to gather material, ideas were formulated into plans to improve the Central Business District, the need for affordable and renovated housing was addressed, and ideas came forth for links between current downtown and historic downtown." She said.

"We have the opportunity to apply again next year, but we should not just sit and wait," she added. "The State is offering workshops and guidance, which we should take advantage of. Main Street will pursue funding for Phase 3 of the downtown streetscape program and continue working closely with the City to accomplish the goals and dreams that surfaced during the D.R.E.A.M. application process."

Warrensburg Main Street, Inc. is a non-profit, all-volunteer organization focused on the development and revitalization of the downtown Warrensburg community. More information is available by calling the Main Street office at (660) 429-3988, or by visiting the website, www.warrensburg.net.

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For Immediate Release
Tuesday, September 5, 2006

For more information, contact:
Joyce Michael, (660) 429-2234

Warrensburg Main Street Hires Executive Director

Warrensburg, MO - The Board of Directors of Warrensburg Main Street, Inc., announce the hiring of Jessica D. Thomas as its new executive director.

Thomas is originally from Slater, Mo. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Missouri Valley College in Marshall. She lived and worked in Warrensburg for a short time before entering the field of counseling and mental health. She recently moved back to Warrensburg to make this her home.

Warrensburg Main Street board president Joyce Michael, stated she is excited to have Thomas join the Main Street program. “Jessica is energetic, organized, capable, and very personable." she said. "She is very enthusiastic about the changes in downtown Warrensburg and anxious to be a part of the Main Street organization. She has chosen to return to live in Warrensburg and we are happy we were able to offer her this job.”

Because this is a career change for Thomas, she will spend time initially in training and becoming familiar with the National Trust’s Main Street structure and goals. She is expected to assume her duties as executive director by the end of September.

Thomas replaces Scott Roland as Executive Director, who tendered his resignation last month. Roland cited difficulties with his relocation efforts from the Atlanta, Ga. area as his reason for leaving the position.

Warrensburg Main Street, Inc. is a non-profit, all-volunteer organization focused on the development and revitalization of the downtown Warrensburg community. More information is available by calling the Main Street office at (660) 429-3988, or by visiting the website, www.warrensburg.net.

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For Immediate Release
Tuesday, August 1, 2006

For more information, contact:
Scott Roland, (660) 429-3988

Warrensburg’s D.R.E.A.M. Initiative Application Submitted

Warrensburg, MO - Warrensburg Main Street, Inc., downtown Warrensburg's revitalization organization, has completed and submitted its application for Missouri’s D.R.E.A.M. Initiative.

With the assistance of staff from the City of Warrensburg, Dr. Scott Roland, Executive Director of Warrensburg Main Street, Inc., delivered the final report to the Missouri Department of Economic Development in Jefferson City yesterday.

The D.R.E.A.M initiative is a comprehensive, streamlined approach to downtown revitalization that provides a one-stop shop of technical and financial assistance for select communities in Missouri to more efficiently and effectively engage in the downtown revitalization process. The Downtown Revitalization Economic Assistance for Missouri allows these communities access to the technical and financial assistance necessary to accomplish their downtown revitalization plans.

This unique new tool reduces the complexity involved in financing downtown revitalization plans through a coordinated approach. It centralizes several major state incentives, offers direct access to financial technical assistance at the preliminary proposal stage, is supported by a team of professionals specifically dedicated to helping a community rebuild its central business district, and substantially shortens the redevelopment timeline.

More information on this initiative is available online at www.dream.mo.gov.

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For Immediate Release,
Monday, July 24 2006

For more information, contact:
Scott Roland, (660) 429-3988

Downtown Parking Forum To Be Held

Warrensburg, MO - Warrensburg Main Street, Inc., downtown Warrensburg's revitalization organization, invites all business owners and others interested in downtown parking issues to attend a public forum to discuss downtown parking and possible improvements. The meeting will be held July 27 at 5 p.m. at Heroes Restaurant, 107 West Pine St.

The City of Warrensburg hired Bucher, Willis & Ratliff Corporation of Kansas City, to study Warrensburg’s downtown parking. After reviewing their findings, the City of Warrensburg’s Staff have made recommendations to the City Council. The recommendations address parking lot improvements, near-term parking improvement opportunities, future parking improvement opportunities, near-term land use opportunities, and long-term land use opportunities. The full report can be viewed at www.warrensburg-mo.com.

The City is taking public comments regarding the report until 5 p.m., Friday, August 4. Citizens unable to attend the public forum are encouraged to e-mail their comments to parking_Study@warrensburg-mo.com.

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For Immediate Release
Monday, July 17, 2006

For more information, contact:
Scott Roland, (660) 429-3988

Hot Dogs and Cool Cars This Saturday

Warrensburg, MO - Warrensburg Main Street, Inc., downtown Warrensburg's revitalization organization invites everyone to the annual summertime downtown festival, "Hot Dogs and Cool Cars," to be held this Saturday on the courthouse lawn.

Events include the annual "Hot Dog" dog show, where your favorite canine can compete in fun categories ranging from best-dressed, to best dog/owner look-alike, along with other fun categories of competition.

The Warrensburg Wheels Car Club will once again grace the event with their collection of classic cars, parked around the courthouse square. Visitors will have an opportunity to vote on who they think is the best overall "cool car" during the event.

The "Hot Dogs and Cool Cars" downtown festival will also feature a number of 50s-style contests, including a hula-hoop contest, a bubble gum blowing contest, and best 50s costume.

The event gets underway at 9 a.m. with registration for the various categories of the dog show and contests, along with musical entertainment and dog demonstrations. The dog show begins at 10 a.m., with the 50s-style contests occurring in between the categories of dog show competition. The event is expected to conclude around noon.

Food and refreshment will also be available throughout the morning's events, and volunteers are needed help with the event. Those wishing to volunteer should show up at the courthouse by 8:30 a.m..

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For Immediate Release,
Friday, June 23, 2006

For more information, contact:
Joyce Michael, (660) 429-2234

Main Street To Hold Open House

Warrensburg, MO - Warrensburg Main Street, Inc., downtown Warrensburg's revitalization organization will hold an open house to welcome its new Executive Director Scott Roland on Wednesday, June 28 from 4 to 6 p.m..

A native of the Warrensburg community, Roland received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Chemistry from Central Missouri State University in 1969. He went on to earn a Master of Business Administration from Xavier University in Cincinnati, OH and a Doctorate of Business Administration from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

In his professional Career, Roland served as a visiting professor at Mercer University in Atlanta & Macon, GA, and as a business and entrepreneurial consultant for LeapFrog International, Inc. a strategic consulting firm that he founded.

Roland assumes his duties as Executive Director of Warrensburg Main Street this Monday, June 26.

Warrensburg Main Street, Inc. is a non-profit, all-volunteer organization focused on the development and revitalization of the downtown Warrensburg community. More information is available by calling the Main Street office at (660) 429-3988, or by visiting the website, www.warrensburg.net.

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For Immediate Release,
Thursday, June 22, 2006

For more information, contact:
Joyce Michael, (660) 429-2234

Main Street Plans Summer Event

Warrensburg, MO - The Promotions Committee of Warrensburg Main Street, Inc. will hold its next regular meeting this Monday, June 26. They will be planning the details of the 2nd annual "Hot Dogs and Cool Cars" summertime event, to be held this year on Saturday morning, July 22.

This year's event will again include the popular dog show. Participants will be judged in categories ranging from best costume and best dog/owner look alike, to the overall best overall "hot" dog of the show.

Entertainment, and a display of classic cars courtesy of the Warrensburg Wheels Car Club will also highlight this year's event.

The Warrensburg Main Street Promotions Committee will meet this Monday morning, June 26 from 11:30 to 12:30 at the Main Street office, next door to UMB Bank.

Warrensburg Main Street, Inc. is a non-profit, all-volunteer organization focused on the development and revitalization of the downtown Warrensburg community. More information is available by calling the Main Street office at (660) 429-3988, or by visiting the website, www.warrensburg.net.

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For Immediate Release,
Tuesday, June 13, 2006

For more information, contact:
Joyce Michael, (660) 429-2234

Main Street Hires New Executive Director

Warrensburg, MO - The Warrensburg Main Street, Inc. Board of Directors announces the appointment of Dr. Scott Roland as its new executive director. He will assume the position on Monday, June 26.

A native of the Warrensburg community, Roland received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Chemistry from Central Missouri State University in 1969. He went on to earn a Master of Business Administration from Xavier University in Cincinnati, OH and a Doctorate of Business Administration from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

In his professional Career, Roland served as a visiting professor at Mercer University in Atlanta & Macon, GA, and as a business and entrepreneurial consultant for LeapFrog International, Inc. a strategic consulting firm that he founded.

Roland has been married for 36 years to the former Judy Johnson, also from the Warrensburg area. They currently reside in Norcross, Georgia.

Roland said he is looking forward to returning to Warrensburg, and the community he still considers "home." "I have had several opportunities to return to Warrensburg over the years," he said. "I have been quite impressed with the recent growth there, especially in the downtown community." "Obviously, a vibrant and thriving downtown district is important to this community," he added. "Judy & I look forward to returning to our home town."

Joyce Michael, president of the Board of Directors of Warrensburg Main Street said she looks forward to working with Dr. Roland. "Scott's experience as a successful business person will be a valuable asset to Warrensburg Main Street and the community," she said. "He shares our vision of a vibrant downtown, and we look forward to working with him to that end."

Warrensburg Main Street, Inc. is a non-profit, all-volunteer organization focused on the development and revitalization of the downtown Warrensburg community. More information is available by calling the Main Street office at (660) 429-3988, or by visiting the website, www.warrensburg.net.

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