Meeting Planners Guide
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Meeting Planners Guide
Warrensburg, MO Meeting Planners Guide Welcome to Warrensburg! QUICK FACTS In Warrensburg, you’ll find a unique blend of small-town friendliness and big-city culture. Population: Warrensburg: 18,629 (2007 estimate) Johnson County: 52,016 (2008 estimate) Sales tax: 7.85% Coldest month: Being just 45 minutes from suburban Kansas City, Warrensburg benefits from the convenience of being close to all the amenities of a big city while maintaining the quality of life that a smaller community provides. January Average high: 38° F Average low: 16° F Warmest month: July Average high: 89° F Average low: 67° F Yearly precipitation: Rain: 40.9 inches Snow: 17.8 inches Opportunities for outdoor recreation abound in and around Warrensburg. Numerous city parks provide places to walk, picnic, golf, fish or ride bikes, including Blind Boone Park, a lovingly restored area just west of downtown that’s perfect for outdoor meetings or quiet contemplation. The nearly 4,000-acre Knob Noster State Park is just down the road and features trails for walking, biking or riding horses, and is notable for its savannas, unique wetlands and several WPA-era structures onsite that are still in use. Warrensburg is home to the historic Johnson County Courthouse and Museum, famous for the "Old Drum" Trial of 1870; the closing argument from this trial was the origin of the phrase “a dog is a man’s best friend.” INSIDE Lodging We're "made fresh daily" thanks to the replenishing spring of new people and ideas coming into our community through the University of Central Missouri and Whiteman Air Force Base. When you’re in Warrensburg, you never know who you might meet! 2 Meeting Venues 7 Catering 11 Sports Venues 12 Services & Area Information 16 Miles to Warrensburg Back Contact Information Back The downtown area is full of beautiful architecture – including the 1890s train depot – as well as unique shops and wonderful eateries. While downtown, visit the Old Drum statue to read the Tribute to a Dog and stroll by the murals depicting the history of downtown Warrensburg and the famed Pertle Springs Resort. As for indoor activities, Warrensburg has everything from small, intimate boutiques and major discount stores, to history museums and fine art. The Warrensburg Community Center offers a wide variety of classes and programs for every age, and during outdoor pool season the new Nassif Aquatic Center is a blast! Nearly 50 restaurants provide a variety of dining styles, and there are several hotels and beautiful bed & breakfast inns to choose from. The Warrensburg community hosts a variety of events, including the Annual Spring Fine Arts Show, the Johnson County Fair and Johnson County Rodeo, a Freedom Festival, the UCM Homecoming Parade, Scottish Highland Games, Wings Over Whiteman air show, an Earth Day festival, racing events and car shows, the UCM Performing Arts Series, a holiday arts & crafts show, Boys State and Girls State, and the nationally-attended Children’s Literature Festival. For more information about our community, check out VisitWarrensburg.org, stop by the Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center office in the historic train depot at 100 S. Holden St., or call 877-653-3786. 2 Lodging The greater Warrensburg area features a wide variety of places to hang your hat while you're here, whether it’s for business or pleasure. Hotels & Motels Don’t tell him University Inn 10 Pets Allowed tell him ’pop.’ Fitness Room music you play, Super 8 Swimming Pool you what kind of Free Internet Holiday Inn Express Banquet Facilities “If anyone asks Meeting Facilities Days Inn Free Breakfast Comfort Inn Restaurant/ Lounge Belmont Motel Number of Rooms fee 78 38 82 40 80 indoor fee indoor fee outdoor fee ’rock-n-roll’ or they won’t even Notes let you into __________________________________________________________________ the hotel.” __________________________________________________________________ ~ Buddy Holly __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ VISITWARRENSBURG.ORG 3 Belmont Motel 629 E. Business 50 Hwy, Warrensburg (660) 747-8634 The Belmont Motel is a small, family-owned motel with 10 rooms. Daily, weekly and monthly rates are available; close to Highway 50, the business district and many restaurants. Comfort Inn – Warrensburg Station 609 E. Russell Avenue, Warrensburg (660) 429-4848 or 800-228-5150 choicehotels.com Warrensburg's newest hotel. All rooms have high speed internet and cable TV, as well as coffeemakers, iron and ironing boards, refrigerators and microwaves; some rooms handicap accessible. Complimentary deluxe continental breakfast, indoor pool, whirlpool, fitness room, elevator, meeting room, guest laundry, some connecting rooms. Discounts available. Days Inn 204 Cleveland Avenue, Warrensburg (660) 429-2400 or 800-329-7466 daysinn.com Days Inn has 38 rooms available for guests, and each room has free cable, microwaves and refrigerators. Complimentary continental breakfast provided, and several discounts are offered. Children under 13 stay free with a parent. Close to Highway 50, Wal-Mart and many dining choices. Notes ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ WE’D LOVE TO SEE YOU IN WARRENSBURG! 4 Holiday Inn Express 626 E. Russell Avenue, Warrensburg (660) 747-3000 or 800-HOLIDAY (465-4329) hiexpress.com All rooms have cable TV, wireless and hardwire high speed internet, refrigerator and microwave as well as two phones, two phone lines, voicemail and a business desk. Fitness center, guest laundry, indoor pool, business center, elevator, and video games for the kids. Continental breakfast features the largest item selection in Warrensburg. Discounts available. Super 8 Motel 439 E. Russell Avenue, Warrensburg (660) 429-2183 or 800-800-8000 super8.com Free cable, smoking and non-smoking rooms available, refrigerators and microwaves are available in some rooms. Free continental breakfast, and free high speed internet, both wired and wireless. Discounts available. University Inn Hwy. 13 & Hwy. 50, Warrensburg (660) 747-5125 or 877-99-MULES (68537) magnusonhotels.com Data ports in all rooms, mini suites, guest laundry, free local phone calls and free cable. This facility also offers an outdoor pool, complimentary full breakfast, banquet and meeting rooms, a full-service restaurant, and a lounge with live entertainment. Discounts available. Notes _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ VISITWARRENSBURG.ORG 5 Bed & Breakfast Inns 3 4 3 2 3 Pets Allowed 4 Swimming Pool 1903 Breakfast Included Good House 1889 Meeting Space Gelbach Manor Bathrooms Camel Crossing 1906 Sleeping Rooms Circa “What is there more kindly than the feeling between host and guest?” outdoor ~ Aeschylus Camel Crossing 210 E. Gay Street, Warrensburg (660) 429-2973 camelcrossingbb.com Three-story 1906 mansion located in the heart of Warrensburg, four guestrooms including a suite that will accommodate five to six people, and a romantic suite. Some rooms have private baths. Full breakfast. Decorated with an eclectic array of furniture from around the world. Gelbach Manor 300 S. Holden Street, Warrensburg (660) 747-5085 gelbachmanor.com An elegant turn-of-the-century home with all of the modern day comforts. Beautifully landscaped grounds, porch, deck, pergola and patio. Enjoy the heated pool and hot tub in the fountainfilled gardens. Full breakfast served along with fresh fruit and pastries. Living room features a native stone fireplace, beautiful woodwork, stained glass windows, and warm atmosphere. The formal dining room and cozy kitchen are also available to guests. WE’D LOVE TO SEE YOU IN WARRENSBURG! 6 Good House 707 N. Holden Street, Warrensburg (660) 747-9563 This elegant 1903 home with its beautiful golden oak staircase is located close to downtown Warrensburg with off-street parking. This home has sitting porches and a brick patio surrounded by beautiful gardens. Three lovely bedrooms with queen size beds and private bathrooms. Children are welcome with advance notice. Full country breakfast and complimentary coffee, tea, and soft drinks are available. Camping Knob Noster State Park 660-653-2463 Just 7 miles east of Warrensburg, Knob Noster State Park has over 72 campsites available throughout the year. There is a dump station for RVs, as well as showers, laundry facilities and an amphitheater for various park programs. The Visitor Center is at the intersection of SE 10 Rd. and 871 Rd. (873 SE 10), accessible from 23 Highway or DD Highway; call for more information. 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University of Central Missouri The Meeting and Conference Services staff at the University of Central Missouri is committed to excellence in scheduling and organizing your meeting, conference, wedding, banquet, and more. Whether you’re planning a meeting for five people or a conference for five hundred, you'll find their world-class service, technology, and amenities provide the perfect surroundings for a successful event. From recital halls and lecture halls to an art gallery and a chapel, there’s a space at UCM to meet your needs. For more information, check out the enclosed brochures, visit ucmo.edu/ meetings/, or call (660) 543-4342. Lodging Bed & Breakfast Inns Each of the three inns listed on previous pages can accommodate small meetings onsite, usually in a living room or dining room. Outdoor gatherings are also possible at each; call for more details. “Coming together is a beginning, keeping Hotels & Motels together is Comfort Inn Converted guest room on third floor seats up to 35 people, free Wi-Fi, A/V available. Can provide catered breakfast. Meeting space may be complimentary with group room reservations; contact hotel for details. progress, and working together is success.” ~ Henry Ford Holiday Inn Express Meeting room on first floor, free Wi-Fi, A/V, seats 30-35 with tables, 45-55 without. Can provide catered breakfast; food may be catered in. Meeting space may be complimentary with group room reservations; contact hotel for details. WE’D LOVE TO SEE YOU IN WARRENSBURG! 8 University Inn Meeting/banquet room on first floor, seats 108; coffee shop area seats 60. Lunch or dinner available for catering from attached restaurant; groups may have breakfast catered. Meeting space may be complimentary with group room reservations; contact hotel for details. Restaurants Heroes Restaurant & Pub 104 West Pine Street (660) 747-3162 Banquet/meeting room can be closed off from the rest of the restaurant, seats up to 50; can reserve additional tables. Players Restaurant & Lounge 627 E. Russell (660) 747-2115 Banquet area on the lower floor seats up to 200; A/V available. Notes _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ VISITWARRENSBURG.ORG 9 Unique Venues American Legion Hall, Matthews-Crawford Post 131 733 East Young Street (660) 747-5957 Conveniently located on Business 50, the American Legion Hall is a great place to have a cost-effective event while supporting an important organization. Seating for 340 without tables, 250-300 with tables, smaller events can also be hosted. Also a small meeting room that seats up to 40 with tables, 55 without tables. Blind Boone Park 402 W. Pine Street (660) 747-7178 This beautifully appointed park includes a 20’ gazebo with electricity, walking trail, picnic benches, reflexology walkway, scent garden and more. Perfect for outdoor meetings, weddings or family reunions, the park is maintained through a partnership of the Blind Boone Park Renovation Group (blindboonepark.org) and Warrensburg Parks & Recreation, which manages reservations for the park and gazebo. Bristle Ridge Vineyards 98 NE 641 Rd., Montserrat (660)422-5646 Bristle Ridge Winery is just a few miles east of Warrensburg and just south of 50 Highway. Wine tasting and gift shop. The porch and grounds both offer a panoramic view of the country side. Sausage and varieties of cheese and crackers available for a light lunch. Jack Moore Community Room 100 South Holden Street (660) 747-3168 At the west end of the historic (and current) train depot, this large room seats 12-14 at the board table and at least 20 more around the perimeter of the room. Kitchen area with refrigerator/freezer, oven/ stove, microwave, sink, dishes and some utensils. Johnson County Historical Society 302 N. Main St. (660) 747-6480 The buildings on Warrensburg’s historic town square offer a wonderful variety of meeting spaces, from intimate to spacious, while offering a chance to be surrounded by the stories of characters from Johnson County’s past. Old Courthouse, One Room Schoolhouse, Culp Building, Heritage Library & Museum. WE’D LOVE TO SEE YOU IN WARRENSBURG! 10 Johnson County Fairgrounds 386 NW 145 (4 miles west of Warrensburg on Hwy. 50, north side) (660) 747-1811 Spacious facilities and grounds, featuring a large exhibition hall, dining and meeting rooms, kitchen and restroom facilities, on 66 acres of rolling grassland. Small lake, walking path, mud volleyball pit, mud run pit, truck and tractor pull track. Warrensburg School District 438 E. Market St. (660) 747-7823 Several spaces in the local schools are available on a limited basis, subject to school schedules and usage needs. The Warrensburg High School’s lecture hall seats 550 and has a stage. Various libraries, classrooms and gymnasiums also available. Warrensburg Parks & Recreation 445 East Gay Street (660) 747-7178 Meetings of all sizes and kinds happen at several Parks & Recreation locations. Choose from the Warrensburg Community Center (with several meeting rooms, pool, kitchen facilities and gym), the smaller ABC Building (with kitchen), shelters at Grover Memorial Park and Cave Hollow Park, the gazebo at Blind Boone Park, and the Nassif Aquatic Center. White Rose Pavilion 107 Ming Street (660) 429-1653 Managed by the owners of Heroes Restaurant & Pub downtown, this is Warrensburg’s newest venue. With seating for up to 175, the capacity is 200 without tables. The large windows offer lots of light and great views of town, and the landscaping makes a lovely backdrop for photos. After Hours Looking for a place to unwind after a hard day’s work? Try one of these local favorites: Fitter’s Pub, 131 W. Pine St. (660) 429-3500 Lots of space, patio and deck open seasonally. Heroes Restaurant and Pub, 107 W. Pine St. (660) 747-3162 Be sure to try the “The Unknown Hero.” Johnny’s Pour House, 115 N. Holden St. (660) 422-8574 Great deck out back is open seasonally. Lunch at La Sous Terre, 101 W. Pine St. (660) 429-3600 Wine bar on Wednesday evenings. Players Restaurant, 627 E. Russell Ave. (660) 747-2115 Large lounge often features live music. Monetti’s Pizzeria Ristorante, 214 E. Culton St. (660) 747-8888 Great list of wines, Italian beer. Nathan’s Grill, 609 E. Young St., Suite C-6 (660) 429-4029 Big menu, with something for everyone. South Side Grill, 717 S. Maguire (660) 747-7433 Great blend of old favorites and unique options. VISITWARRENSBURG.ORG 11 Catering With the number of businesses in Warrensburg offering catering, your meal is sure to be a success, no matter what your requirements. “One of the Alewel’s Country Meats Butcher 911 Simpson (660) 747-8261 Parker’s Supermarket Grocery store 1047 South Maguire (660) 747-6159 Artistry Sweets Bakery 610 Christopher St. (660) 747-2780 Players Restaurant & Lounge Restaurant: American & Greek 627 E. Russell (660) 747-2115 Bi-Lo Country Mart Grocery store 410 East Young (660) 429-1188 Sodexo Food Service/Caterer UCM Elliot Union 120 660-543-4346 Domino’s Pizza Carry-out or delivery 623 South Maguire 660-429-2171 Taste of Experience Catering Caterer Warrensburg Senior Center 660-747-2624 Heroes Restaurant & Pub Restaurant: American 107 West Pine Street 660-747-3162 Wal-Mart Discount store 301 East Cooper 660-747-1505 very nicest things about life is the way we must regularly stop whatever it is we are doing and devote our attention to eating.” ~ Luciano Pavarotti Monetti's Pizzeria & Ristorante Restaurant: Italian 214 East Culton (660) 747-8888 Notes __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ WE’D LOVE TO SEE YOU IN WARRENSBURG! 12 Sports Venues If you love sports, you’ll be right at home in Warrensburg! From basketball to bowling, football to kickball, we’ve got you covered. Warrensburg Parks & Recreation Warrensburg Community Center, 445 E. Gay St (660) 747-7178 Baseball/Softball Fields Lions Lake Park, 518 SW Boulevard 1 field, restrooms, concessions Cave Hollow Park, 1001 W. Gay St. 2 fields, restrooms, concessions West Park, 35 SW 101 3 fields, restrooms, concessions Grover Memorial Park, 445 E. Gay St. 1 field, restrooms, concessions Swimming Pools “Baseball is Community Center (indoor), 445 E. Gay St. 1 lap pool, 25 yards, 6 lanes, timing system, restrooms Nassif Aquatic Center (outdoor), 445 E. Gay St. 1 lap pool, 25 yards, 6 lanes, timing system, restrooms, concessions ninety percent mental and the other half is physical.” ~ Yogi Berra Other Facilities Warrensburg Community Center Gymnasium One full size/two half basketball/volleyball courts, wood; seating available. Soccer Fields At West Park, 4 grass fields (1 regular, 1 mid-size, 2 small), bring chairs. Tennis Courts At Grover Memorial Park, 8 total, 4 lighted, seating available. Skate Park At Grover Memorial Park, 8,200 square feet, lighted. VISITWARRENSBURG.ORG 13 University of Central Missouri Athletic Department, Multipurpose Building, Suite 203 500 S. Washington (660) 543-4250 Baseball/Softball Fields Tompkins Field at Crane Stadium, King St. & Main St. 1 field, lighted, restrooms, concessions South Recreation Complex, SE corner Hale Lake Rd. & Marr Dr. 4 fields, lighted, restrooms, concessions Tracks Multipurpose Building, 500 S. Washington 1 rubber track, 6 lanes, lighted, restrooms, concessions Kennedy Field, at Walton Stadium 1 track, 8 lanes, lighted, restrooms, concessions Football Field Kennedy Field at Walton Stadium 1 field, lighted, restrooms, concessions Golf Keth Memorial Golf Course Full-service, public 18-hole course in beautiful Pertle Springs. Renovated in 20092010 with new snack bar, pro shop, driving range, putting green and short game area. Other Facilities Basketball Facilities for basketball, bowling, cross country, golf, swimming, tennis, volleyball and wrestling are also available at UCM. Contact the UCM Athletic Facility Coordinator at 660-543-4011 for details. Notes __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ WE’D LOVE TO SEE YOU IN WARRENSBURG! 14 Warrensburg R-VI School District District Offices 438 E. Market St. (660) 747-7823 Basketball Martin Warren Elementary School, 105 S. Maguire 1 court, restrooms Ridge View Elementary School, 215 S. Ridgeview Dr. 1 court, restrooms Sterling Elementary School, 522 E. Gay St. 1 court, restrooms Warrensburg Middle School, 640 E. Gay St. 1 court, restrooms Warrensburg High School, 1411 S. Ridgeview Dr. 1 court, restrooms Other Facilities Facilities for cross country, football, soccer, track, volleyball and wresting are also available. Contact the school district offices at 660-747-7823 for more information. 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Royal Oaks Golf Course Building 3076 Hwy. 23 Whiteman AFB (660) 687-5527 Eighteen holes, clubhouse with grill. Center Stage Academy of the Performing Arts 349 SE DD Hwy. (660) 747-6133 Instruction for all ages. Warrior Jujitsu 121 E. Pine St. (660) 747-2546 Martial arts, personal training, fitness classes. 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Young (660) 747-9159 “Community cannot long feed on itself, it can only flourish with the coming of others from beyond: their unknown and undiscovered sisters and brothers.” ~ Howard Thurman Warrensburg Rental Event supply rentals 400 W. Business 50, Suite B (660) 747-2208 Important Numbers Police, Sheriff, Fire and Ambulance Emergencies 911 City of Warrensburg (660) 747-9131 Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center (660) 747-3168 Johnson County Courthouse (660) 747-6161 Police Department (non-emergency) (660) 747-9133 Post Office (660) 747-5211 Road Conditions (Missouri): 800-222-6400 Time and Temperature (660) 747-2251 Trails Regional Library (660) 747-9177 Medical Services Western Missouri Medical Center (660) 747-2500, 403 Burkarth Rd. mediQuick (660) 747-1111, 510 E. Gay St. (after hours/weekend routine care) Medical Offices: Central Family Medicine (660) 747-5114, 407 E. Russell, Bldg. C Community Health Partners (660) 747-1111, 510 E. Gay St. Family Practice Associates (660) 747-7751, 513 Burkarth Rd. Johnson County Community Health Services (660) 747-6121, 429 Burkarth Rd. VISITWARRENSBURG.ORG 17 Transportation Highways Warrensburg is at the intersection of U.S. Highway 50 and Missouri Highway 13, and 17 miles south of Interstate 70 on Missouri Highway 13. Air The closest airport to Warrensburg is the University of Central Missouri’s Max B. Swisher Skyhaven Airport, four miles west of town; call (660) 543-4921 or visit ucmo.edu/skyhaven/ for information. Kansas City International Airport is not quite 90 miles from Warrensburg, and St. Louis-Lambert Field is just over 200 miles away. Amtrak Amtrak trains pass through Warrensburg four times every day, twice from Kansas City and twice from St. Louis; amtrak.com. Bus Jefferson Bus Lines serves Warrensburg and connects with Greyhound, making Warrensburg accessible by bus from anywhere in the contiguous United States and Canada. Call (888) 864-2832 or visit jeffersonlines.com for information. Old Drum Transportation, a service of OATS and managed by the City of Warrensburg, is an easy and inexpensive way to get around Warrensburg. Call (660) 747-9131 or visit the City’s website (warrensburg-mo.com) for more information. Taxi Central Cab Transportation (660) 429-5523 Based in Warrensburg; travels throughout the county and to the international airports in Kansas City and St. Louis. 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January July Fun and Free Night, Warrensburg Community Center Freedom Festival MLK Scholarship Dinner and Awards Johnson County Fair Central Missouri Bridal Expo February Military Appreciation Day, UCM Basketball March July Fourth Weekend Races August Warrensburg Wheels Car Show Get The Red Out Holden Fair September Children’s Literature Festival Labor Day Weekend Races KOKO Spring Expo Chilhowee Fair April Wings Over Whiteman Air Show Youth/Teen/Adult Egg Hunts Johnson County Rodeo Earth Day UCM Family Weekend Highlands in the Burg October Farmers Market opens Paint the ‘Burg Opening Night Races UCM Homecoming Parade and Game Spring Fine Arts Show Festival of Champions May Cemetery Walk Montserrat Vineyards Poetry Festival Downtown Trick or Treat Mid-Missouri Artists Summer Exhibition Boofest Memorial Day Weekend Races June Demolition Derby Knob Noster Fair November Christmas Arts & Crafts Show Chili Cook-Off December Leeton Fair Holiday Homes Tour Master Gardeners Tour Fun with Santa, Warrensburg Community Center VISITWARRENSBURG.ORG 19 Fun Facts The people (and animals…) of Warrensburg are famous for all kinds of great accomplishments. Here are a few of the most famous: Of course, our beloved Old Drum. Drum was a hunting dog, shot to death in 1869 by the young ward of his owner’s neighbor, Leonidas Hornsby, who had seen one too many dogs on his property after many of his sheep had been killed. Guilty or not, Drum bore the brunt of Hornsby’s anger, and his owner, Charles Burden, took the case to trial. Burden’s attorney, George Graham Vest, decided that rather than try and convince the jury what a fine piece of property Burden had lost, he’d appeal to the emotions of the jury, and describe the love and faithfulness that our canine companions show us. According to legend, the eloquent speech left nary a dry eye in the courtroom that day, and Vest won his case. It is from that speech the phrase “a dog is a man’s best friend” originated. John William “Blind” Boone was born just outside Warrensburg, the son of a former slave and a Union bugler. He was surgically blinded, due to a brain fever, but his blindness didn’t prevent him from accomplishing great things. A brilliant composer and pianist, Boone travelled around the United States and Europe to great acclaim. He had a true gift for appealing to black and white audiences alike, and believed in the possibility of peace and equality between races. His concerts featured ragtime and blues, but also gospel and classical pieces. The phrase for which he is best known - “Merit, not sympathy, wins” - is a tribute to who he was. A few famous graduates from the University of Central Missouri: Dale Carnegie, author of How to Win Friends and Influence People Carrie Nation, famed axe-wielding prohibitionist David Cook, 2008 American Idol winner James Evans, inventor of Cheerios cereal Notes _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ WE’D LOVE TO SEE YOU IN WARRENSBURG! Miles To Warrensburg Branson: 161 Cape Girardeau: 321 Columbia: 95 Jefferson City: 90 Hermann: 158 Kansas City: 64 Lake of the Ozarks: 65 Lawrence: 90 Omaha: 251 Overland Park: 60 Sedalia: 29 Springfield: 120 St. Joseph: 122 St. Louis: 218 Topeka: 123 Attractions & Activities When you visit Warrensburg, you'll find everything from historic sites, parks and trails to sculptures, murals and fine art. For a listing of fun things to do and see in Warrensburg and Johnson County, please refer to our Visitors Guide. We’ll be happy to help you plan an itinerary to fit your group’s needs - just give us a call! 100 South Holden St. Warrensburg, MO 64093 Phone: (660)-747-3168 Toll-free: (877)-653-3786 Fax: (660)-429-5490 [email protected] VisitWarrensburg.org We’d love to see you in Warrensburg!