The city of Warrensburg, Missouri is the county seat of Johnson County. The area became part of the United States as a result of the Louisiana Purchase, a contractual agreement between President Thomas Jefferson and the nation of France, and further treaties with the Osage Indians opened the area up for settlement by European Americans. The first was a man named Pleasant Rice, who built a home in the area that was to become Warrensburg in 1818, who subsisted largely through hunting and trapping. The Osage Trail followed a path that is now known as Highway 13, bringing additional settlers to the area. Another route followed what is now Highway 50. Johnson County was created in 1834, with Warrensburg officially created to be the county seat in 1836, and named for Martin Warren, an early settler and blacksmith, who sold his land to be used to create the city. Originally, the town was known as Warren's Corner, then Warren's Burg, before settling on the current name. On March 26, 1862, the Battle of Warrensburg began when Colonel William Quantrill and a group of more than two hundred Confederate raiders engaged a Union outpost that was headquartered in the Warrensburg courthouse building. Although the Union forces were outnumbered by 200 to 60, the Confederates failed to overtake the Union position after a two-day battle, and finally retreated. Today, the University of Central Missouri is located in Warrensburg. Nearby communities include Centerview, Columbus, Cornelia, Fayetteville, Knob Nost, Montserrat, and Valley City.
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Troop 400 is a part of the Pony Express Council of the Boy Scouts of America youth organization, serving Warrensburg, Missouri boys from age eleven through eighteen, or from the fifth through the twelfth grades. General information about scouting and its camping and outdoors programs, leadership training, and fundraising programs are featured.
http://www.ponyexpressbsa.org/307-Troop-400-Warrensburg-MO/
The official municipal web site offers a profile and history of the city, its ordinances, meeting agendas and minutes, and administrative and departmental contacts, as well as a guide to local facilities and services, area medical facilities, churches, schools, and businesses. Sewer billing may be paid online.
http://www.warrensburg-mo.com/
Comfort Inn Warrensburg Station
Make reservations, check rates, view a photo gallery and learn about amenities and services at this Warrensburg hotel.
http://www.comfortinn.com/hotel-warrensburg-missouri-MO177
Established in 2006, the guest lodging facility offers four themed accommodations, a pool, hot tub, two patios, and a large gathering room. Its rooms are described and shown in pictures, rates, and an overview of its services and features are put forward, along with online reservations and contact data.
http://www.gelbachmanor.com/
Sponsored by Boy Scout Troop 400 in Warrensburg and the University of Central Missouri's Aviation Department, the three-day, two-night scouting experience offers university-level instruction on a variety of merit badge topics. Event locations and details are offered, along with photographs, sponsors, and access to various forms and documents.
http://www.warrensburgmbu.com/
University of Central Missouri
Situated in Warrensburg, UCM was formerly known as Central Missouri State University. The four-year institution offers several programs of study, including professional programs, teacher certification, and graduate programs. Its academic, athletic and student life programs are highlighted, along with its admissions policies, costs, and application process.
https://www.ucmo.edu/
Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce
The not-for-profit organization is made up of business owners and others in the Warrensburg, Missouri region. Its purpose and membership benefits are defined, along with meeting schedules, a calendar of events, and contacts. Military and senior discounts, gift certificates, and other offers are highlighted.
http://www.warrensburg.org/
Warrensburg Convention and Visitors Bureau
Set up to promote the Warrensburg, Missouri area as a destination for tourism and conventions, the organization's location and hours are posted, and a guide to area attractions and events are featured, with suggestions and resources for meeting and reunion planners.
http://www.visitwarrensburg.com/
Warrensburg Cub Scouts Pack 399
Affiliated with the Boy Scouts of America, Pack 399 is made up of boys from eight to eleven or from the first through the fifth grades. A calendar of events, parent and leadership training information, and information about advancement is put forth.
http://www.warrensburgcubpack399.com/
The K-12 public school district operates several campuses, including Maple Grove Elementary School, Ridge View Elementary School, Martin Warren Elementary School, Sterling Elementary School, Warrensburg Middle School, Warrensburg High School, and the Reese Education Center and the Warrensburg Area Career Center, each of which are highlighted here, along with a district calendar.
http://www.warrensburgr6.org/