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Optimist Club launches scholarship in honor of Don Hilgedick

The Fayette Optimist Club announced a new scholarship in honor of longtime member Don Hilgedick. The founder of Hilgedick Electric Service, Hilgedick was an “everyday Optimist.” He passed … more

12/23/25 09:27 AM

FHS alum connects with students in powerful presentation on forgiveness and growing up without a father

Fayette High School alumnus Quincy Moore ‘92 delivered a passionate program on growing up fatherless and the power of forgiveness on Thursday, Dec. 11, in the high school gym. Moore marked his … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 12/16/25 03:48 PM

City fires building inspector

The City of Fayette fired its building inspector last week after nearly four months on the job. Tracy Read was hired on Aug. 27, contracted to work 20 hours a week. Mr. Read told this newspaper … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 12/16/25 03:46 PM

Fayette Mayor, Alderwoman file for re-election

Fayette Mayor Greg Stidham and Northwest Ward Alderwoman Michelle Ishmael filed for re-election on Dec. 9, the first day of the filing period for the April 7 municipal and school board elections. … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 12/16/25 03:45 PM

1st Christian annual Free Christmas Dinner Dec. 25

The First Christian Church in Fayette will host its annual Community Christmas Dinner from 4 to 6 p.m. on Christmas Day, Thursday, Dec. 25, at the church, 307 N. Church Street. The public is … more

12/16/25 03:44 PM

Fairgrounds committee hopes to open new building in time for fair

The new building at the fairgrounds has made some progress in recent weeks. Framing is nearly complete in the bathroom and kitchen areas inside, and members of the Fairground Development Fundraising … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 12/16/25 03:44 PM

Christmas worship services announced

Several area churches have announced Christmas services. If your church would like to be mentioned in next week’s Dec. 24 Fayette Advertiser, email information to news@fayettenews.com. … more

12/16/25 03:43 PM

Dec. 24 is last newspaper for 2025

Next week’s Fayette Advertiser will be published on schedule and delivered to our local subscribers on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24. It will be the final newspaper for 2025. This newspaper is … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 12/16/25 03:42 PM

FHS National Honor Society helps out with Christmas Holiday House

MEMBERS OF THE FAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL NATIONAL HONORS SOCIETY lended their hands to the Christmas Holiday House. The project distributes toys, games, art supplies, books, hats, and gloves to provide … more

12/16/25 03:42 PM

CMU nursing program awarded $200k grant

Central Methodist University’s nursing program will receive $200,000 as part of $3.1 million in grant funding by the Missouri State Board of Nursing. The board announced that 21 Missouri colleges … more

12/16/25 03:41 PM

Two local groups donate to food pantry

Two local groups last week contributed donations to the Fayette Ministerial Alliance Food Pantry, which operates out of the Keller Building. The Peacemakers Quilting Group presented a check for … more

12/16/25 03:31 PM

Fitzgibbon to close Fayette clinic as part of a cost-cutting plan

The Fitzgibbon Hospital Board of Trustees last week announced that the Marshall-based hospital will close the Fitzgibbon Family Health Clinic in Fayette at the end of this year as part of a … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 12/9/25 02:12 PM

Fayette PD raises $2,800 for Holiday House

The Fayette Police Department donated $2,805 toward the Fayette Holiday House. The money was drawn from the proceeds of the department’s annual Pork Steak Dinner, held on Nov. 2. This … more

12/9/25 02:11 PM

Ambulance district eyes expansion with land purchase, will ask voters for 1% sales tax

The Howard County Ambulance District finalized the purchase of three lots at 205 South Williams Street in Fayette, about a block from the current base at the Keller Building, with plans to expand. … more

12/9/25 02:10 PM

Hilgedick Electric Service to close after 65 years

Hilgedick Electric Service announced last week that after 65 years in the electrical and HVAC business, the company will close its doors. Dec. 31 will be the final day the company accepts new service … more

12/9/25 02:10 PM

Supt. Doolin certified Fayette R-III School Safety Specialist

Fayette Superintendent Brent Doolin has received certification as a School Safety Specialist. He attended the School Safety Academy, organized by the Missouri School Boards’ Association’s … more

12/9/25 02:09 PM

Christmas lighting contest dazzles

A Christmas Lighting contest was judged over the weekend. It was sponsored by the Friends of Historic Fayette Memorial Pool. There were four entries into the Best Decoration Category, and one … more

12/9/25 02:08 PM

MFA donates to Fayette Senior Center

The MFA Oil Foundation has awarded a grant in the amount of $1,000 to the Fayette Senior Center to help purchase supports and new pressure-treated framing materials for the center’s porch. … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 12/9/25 02:00 PM

Fitzgibbon to close Fayette clinic as part of a cost-cutting plan

The Fitzgibbon Hospital Board of Trustees has announced that the hospital will close its clinic in Fayette at the end of this year as part of a cost-cutting plan aimed at saving more than $2 … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 12/2/25 12:56 PM

City employees named Grand Marshals in Saturday's Christmas Parade

Fayette city employees will be honored as Grand Marshals of the Downtown Fayette Christmas Parade on Saturday. This year’s theme is Hometown Lights and Storybook Nights. The parade starts at … more

12/2/25 11:07 AM