Yep, there’s not going to be a shortage of Democratic events and candidate visits to Warrensburg and Johnson County this election cycle. It’s just one of those places that always seems to be in the center of the action during an election cycle.

The Johnson County Democratic Central Committee and the Johnson County Democratic Club hosted a “grand opening” open house at their campaign headquarters in downtown Warrensburg today. You mix statewide candidates, local candidates, and free food (pot luck!) and you’re going to get a crowd of Democrats. Approximately 100 people attended the day’s event inside and outside the headquarters building.

The new local field organizer for the Obama campaign in Johnson County introduces himself to attendees.

Jim Jackson, the Democratic candidate in the 121st Legislative District, with a young Democrat.

Missouri State Senator Chris Koster, the Democratic candidate for Attorney General, speaks with a constituent. The 31st Senate District, represented by Koster, includes Bates, Cass, Johnson, and Vernon Counties.

Georganne Nixon greets a supporter as her spouse and Missouri Attorney General Jay Nixon (and the Democratic candidate for Governor) looks on.

Jay Nixon addresses the crowd outside (and inside – via the sound system) the Warrensburg headquarters.

Chris Koster is interviewed by a reporter from the Warrensburg Daily Star Journal.

Jay Nixon spent a considerable amount of time talking to people who attended the event.