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Hakim will deliver annual Sunoo Lecture Feb. 1

The latest iteration of the Dr. Harold W. Sunoo World Peace Lecture Series will occur on Thursday, Feb. 1 at Central Methodist University, with Samara Hakim, JD, slated to give this year’s … more

1/16/24 03:30 PM

New building named ‘Eagle Plaza’

Downtown Fayette’s newest building now has a name. Central Methodist University announced on its Facebook page last week that the three-story structure will forever be known as “Eagle … more

9/5/23 11:12 AM

Route 5 Bridge in Glasgow scheduled for replacement

A public open house to discuss a planned bridge replacement on Missouri Route 5 over Bear Creek in Glasgow has been rescheduled for Jan. 30. It was originally slated for Jan. 9, but was postponed due … more

1/16/24 03:45 PM

Peacemakers raise $1K for Buddy Pack

The Peacemakers Quilters group in Fayette made a donation last week in the amount of $1,000 to the Fayette Ministerial Alliance Buddy Pack program. The funds came from donations made during the … more

9/5/23 11:13 AM

County using ARPA funds on infrastructure

The Howard County Commission recently approved the expenditure of roughly $582,000 of the county’s $1.2 million remaining ARPA funds for infrastructure improvements to the courthouse, the jail, … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 4/17/24 08:42 AM

Drop by 3 Best Friends Farm for fall family fun

It may still be scorching Missouri summer weather, but one new attraction is ready to celebrate autumn. 3 Best Friends Farm opened Friday evening along Highway 240. The project of property owner … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/5/23 11:14 AM

Lifeguards needed for City Pool

The City of Fayette is currently hiring lifeguards for the City Pool. So far only four of around 16 position have been filled. Lifeguards require certification from the American Red Cross, which … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 4/17/24 08:43 AM

Parisi installed as Missouri Valley’s 14th President

Missouri Valley College celebrated the installation of Dr. Joseph A. Parisi as its 14th president on Thursday with an outdoor installation ceremony at Gregg-Mitchell Field in Marshall. … more

9/5/23 11:16 AM

Santa Claus Cleared to Spread Christmas Cheer

Director of Agriculture Chris Chinn and Missouri State Veterinarian Dr. Steve Strubberg have approved livestock movement papers for nine reindeer. Mr. Santa Claus from The North Pole applied for the … more

12/19/23 03:15 PM

Friebe, Shrum sworn-in to Fayette Board of Education

The Fayette Board of Education welcomed two new members and bid farewell to members Matt Hudson and John Stroupe during its annual reorganization meeting Monday evening. Sworn in are newcomers Lisa … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 4/17/24 08:46 AM

New mayor, council faced light agenda

The City of Fayette swore in a new mayor and returning alderwomen last week. Greg Stidham took the oath of office for the city’s top job at the most recent meeting of the Board of Aldermen on … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 4/17/24 08:48 AM

New laundromat opens downtown

A new laundromat is now open in Fayette. Gene Gerlt and Li Lee officially opened the Fayette Laundromat on Friday, August 18, on the ground floor of the Chenoweth Building on the southwest corner of … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/5/23 11:17 AM

Street patching underway from gas pipeline project

Fayette’s streets and sidewalks will soon be patched where they were torn out for the installation of new gas pipelines over the last three years. Moon Construction, of Tipton, Mo., … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 4/9/24 11:49 AM

County opts out of new property tax freeze for seniors

A new state law that aims to freeze property taxes on primary residences for many senior citizens will not be in effect in Howard and many other counties. That’s because SB 190, which was … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/5/23 11:18 AM

Injured in crash during police pursuit

Two Moberly men and a teenager were injured in a one-vehicle accident near Armstrong on Saturday during a pursuit with Randolph County sheriff’s deputies that started in Moberly. According … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 11/14/23 04:12 PM

Two Fayette band students sign with UCM

Two Fayette High School band members have inked their commitments to further their musical endeavors at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg next fall. Senior horn player Patricia Blake … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 4/9/24 11:49 AM

Award-winning organist to perform silent movie theater music

California theater organist Walt Strony will perform a silent film accompaniment and other theater organ favorites at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 14, at the Fayette First Christian Church. The organ … more

4/9/24 11:53 AM

Rotary Trivia Night Nov. 11

The Fayette Rotary Club will host its annual Trivia Night on Saturday, November 11. The popular event will take place at St. Joseph Catholic Church Hall in Fayette and includes a free soup and chili … more

11/7/23 04:42 PM

Bee’s Knees owner joins board of Mo. Craft Brewers Guild’s

The Missouri Craft Brewers Guild has confirmed that Chris Byars, Owner and Brewer of Bee’s Knees Brewing Company in Versailles and The Taproom at the Nest in Fayette, will join the Board of … more

11/14/23 04:19 PM

Owings to receive Quilt of Valor at Veterans Day Ceremony Friday

Specialist E4 Kavin Owings will receive the Quilt of Valor at this year’s Veterans Day ceremony that will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday at the high school. Each year members of the … more

11/7/23 04:43 PM