The City of Sedalia is closing a street to allow for an auction of merchandise and buildings located at 104-114 West Main Street.

A news release says the city is scheduled to close West Main Street from South Osage Avenue to its intersection with South Ohio Avenue from 12:00 a.m. Friday, July 22 to 11:30 p.m. Sunday, July 24.

Truck traffic will need to detour and use North Missouri Avenue during this three day period. Other travelers not attending the auction will want to avoid the area as congested streets and crowds are expected during the event.