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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

MPUA funding supports Fayette electric meter project

The City of Fayette received a grant from the Missouri Public Utility Alliance to support upgrades to the city’s electric system during the regular Board of Aldermen meeting on Tuesday, August … more

8/29/23 10:44 AM

Parking issues highlight council meeting

The main topic of discussion for the Fayette Board of Aldermen at its latest meeting on Tuesday, August 22, once again was parking. Parking has been a near-constant topic around Fayette … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 8/29/23 10:43 AM

City sells Humvee, delays splash park payment, approves property tax increase

Aside from parking issues discussed at their Tuesday, August 22 meeting ( see story this page ), members of the city council approved a bid for the police department’s Humvee, delayed a final … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 8/29/23 10:42 AM

Council approves tree trimming letter

The city council approved a letter that will go to property owners whose trees will be trimmed or cut around power lines. Southwest Ward Alderwoman Bekki Galloway, who also is a member of … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 8/29/23 10:42 AM

New Franklin junior attends Missouri Scholars Academy

Bacchus Lemberger of Rocheport, is among Missouri’s brightest high school students who attended the Missouri Scholars Academy (MSA) in June at the University of Missouri.    … more

8/29/23 10:40 AM

Benner photos highlight new show

Opening on Sunday, August 27, the latest exhibit at the Ashby-Hodge Gallery of American art will feature a show of photography by one of Central Methodist University’s own, 1966 graduate Jerry … more

8/29/23 10:38 AM

Enrollment continues to rise at Fayette R-III

Enrollment is rising at the Fayette school district heading into the new year, and Superintendent Brent Doolin reported a higher-than-expected fund balance and said that campus improvements are … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 8/22/23 04:01 PM

Harrisburg school district to start one week late

The Harrisburg school district will begin the new school year a week later than planned. Students were scheduled to begin the fall semester on Tuesday, August 22, but will now go back on the … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 8/22/23 04:00 PM

Celebrating one year in business

A ribbon cutting was held Friday afternoon to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the transition of G.G. Smith & Son’s to the ownership of Wes Moxley. He purchased the real estate title … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 8/22/23 03:59 PM

Bridge replaced in time for school

The bridge on Spring Street next to Daly Elementary School was completed just in time for the start of school, after being closed for more than a year. The bridge opened to traffic on Friday, ahead … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 8/22/23 03:58 PM

Fayette Reads Together

The community is invited to join Fayette Together board directors Rev. Susan McCollegan and Rev. Lue Lockridge-Lane for the next meeting of Fayette Reads Together at noon on Saturday, August 26, at … more

8/22/23 03:57 PM

All Charges Dropped

All charges have been dropped against the former Central Methodist University football player who shot to death teammate Torrance Evans in August of last year at an off-campus residence on Linn … more

8/15/23 11:53 AM

Former students among new CMU faculty

Central Methodist University has welcomed several new members of the faculty ahead of the start of classes on August 21, all eager to get started connecting with students. Multiple new professors are … more

8/15/23 11:52 AM

City council discusses parking issues

Parking was the main topic of discussion for the Fayette Board of Aldermen Tuesday night. Council members voted to ban parking on a portion of Oaklawn Avenue, discussed current restrictions on Spring … more

8/15/23 11:51 AM

Auditions for FACT musical ‘Oakwood’ Aug. 25-27

The Fayette Area Community Theater (FACT) is holding auditions for the upcoming musical production of “Oakwood” on August 25-27 at Tricky Fish Community Room in downtown Fayette. … more

Gracie Doolin | 8/15/23 11:50 AM

2023 Festival of the Arts Youth Art Show Winners

Judge’s Best of Show and People’s Choice - “Asa” by Leah Lembke Elementary School Awards Acrylic Painting 1 st Place - "House" by Raylan Mae Stone Acrylic … more

8/15/23 11:49 AM

New Franklin schools begin classes August 22, 2023

School officials at New Franklin R-1 Schools are preparing for the opening of the 2023-2024 school year. The first day of classes for all students will be Tuesday, August 22, 2023, with elementary … more

8/15/23 11:45 AM

The Joseph Shepard/Joseph Davis House

The Joseph Shepard/Joseph Davis House is located at 208 South Main Street and is reputed to be the oldest brick residence in Fayette, having been built in approximately 1828. The Elisha Witt Tavern … more

8/15/23 11:38 AM

Fayette photographer wins ‘Best in Show’ at Mo. State Fair

8/15/23 11:25 AM