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CMU Band Day Saturday

More than 25 Missouri schools will compete in the 61st annual Central Methodist University Band Day on Saturday around the Fayette square and Davis Field. The Sound of Central will begin the day … more

9/29/26 08:46 AM

Firemen’s Hog Roast Sunday

The annual Fayette Area Firemen’s Hog Roast is this Sunday at the Fayette Fire Station at 301 West Morrison Street. Meals will be served from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Meals often sell out quickly, … more

9/29/26 08:45 AM

Judge denies bond change in man charged with harassing school personnel

A judge again denied a bond reduction for a man charged with two counts of felony harassment of Fayette public school officials. Cordell Robert Trimble, 64, is charged with two counts of … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/29/26 08:43 AM

Police budget highlights fiery council meeting

A discussion regarding adding more officer positions to the Fayette Police Department became contentious and heated during the most recent regular meeting of the Fayette city council on Tuesday, … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/29/26 08:41 AM

Midterm election will use 2022 map

Voters in Howard County will cast ballots based on the 2022 congressional map following a ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court on Friday. While Howard County was included in an expanded District 5 … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/29/26 08:40 AM

New bookstore opens in downtown Fayette

A new retail bookstore is open on the south side of the Fayette square. The Reading Nook officially opened with a ribbon cutting on September 5 at 122 East Morrison Street. Owners Devon and … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/29/26 08:36 AM

Common Fund seeks donations

The Fayette Area Common Fund, a nonprofit fund dedicated to providing financial resources to local organizations that benefit the community, is seeking donations for its latest campaign. Pledge cards … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/29/26 08:35 AM

New judge assigns May trial dates for Glasgow alderman accused of felony assault

A new judge has been selected along with new trial dates in the case of Glasgow alderman Jeffrey Thomas Parks, now 41, who faces charges of third-degree felony assault, fourth-degree misdemeanor … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/29/26 08:34 AM

FHS Class of 1976 Reunites

Twenty-six members out of 70 graduates from the Fayette High School Class of 1976 gathered over the weekend for their 50th class reunion. Classmates met at Mac’s on Friday night and enjoyed music … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/29/26 08:20 AM

County clerk asks for patience amid congressional map wrangling

Howard County Clerk Shelly Howell is asking all absentee voters to be patient while courts decide which map will be on the November ballot. Absentee voting for the November 3 General Election … more

9/22/26 04:15 PM

FHS Homecoming Royalty

2026 Fayette High School Homecoming King Colten Cross and Queen Paige Vroman were crowned during a ceremony at halftime of Friday night’s football game. Vroman is the daughter of Nathan and … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/22/26 09:58 AM

St. Paul UMC to celebrate 170th anniversary

St. Paul United Methodist Church will celebrate its 170th Church Anniversary on October 17, marking nearly two centuries of faith, perseverance, worship, and service in the Fayette community. … more

9/22/26 09:55 AM

Fayette Supt. Doolin to retire Oct. 1, 2028

The Fayette Board of Education adopted a resolution last month to establish a leadership succession plan for the district’s superintendent. Current Superintendent Brent Doolin provided verbal … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/22/26 09:52 AM

Health Dept. to begin administering flu vaccine

Regular-dose and high-dose flu vaccines for the 2026 season are now available at the Howard County Health Department, 600 W. Davis Street in Fayette. The regular-dose vaccine costs $30. The … more

9/22/26 09:51 AM

Central Methodist hosts Family Day this Saturday

Central Methodist University once again invites students’ loved ones to campus next weekend for the annual Family Day celebration on Saturday, September 26. Family Day offers an opportunity … more

9/22/26 09:48 AM

Rotary hosts FHS Students of the Month

Four Fayette High School students were recognized for their accomplishments and involvement when the Fayette Rotary Club honored its August Students of the Month at the club’s regular weekly … more

9/22/26 09:47 AM

Rotary donates car seats to health dept.

The Fayette Rotary Club is helping local families travel a little more safely by supporting the Howard County Public Health Department’s Car Seat Program. The program provides safe car seats … more

9/22/26 09:46 AM

Little Theatre Announces 2026-27 Shows

The 2026-27 season at The Little Theatre, on the campus of Central Methodist University, begins in early October with the first of six featured events for the academic year. Curtain times for … more

9/22/26 09:43 AM

HS Rodeo returns to HoCo Fairgrounds

The Howard County Fairground Development Association once again welcomes the Missouri High School and Junior High Rodeo Association to town for the 9th consecutive year on October 3 and 4. The rodeo … more

9/22/26 09:32 AM

It’s Homecoming Week at FHS

The Fayette High School Homecoming Court was announced last week. Queen candidates are seniors Paige Vroman, Emma Hilgedick, and Kennady Vroman. King candidates are seniors Ledgyr Conrow, Colten … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/15/26 09:47 AM