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City renews membership with county economic development

The Fayette Board of Aldermen last week voted to renew the city’s $15,000 annual commitment to the Howard County Economic Development Council (HCEDC). The city council tabled the matter … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 3/5/24 04:10 PM

Music Boosters Dessert Auction rakes in $26,500

BAND AND CHOIR ENTHUSIASTS once again turned out for the annual Fayette Music Boosters Dessert Auction Saturday night at the high school. The event brought in $26,500 for Fayette school district … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 3/5/24 04:11 PM

Soul Food Dinner serves up smiles

SERVING UP DELICIOUS SOUL FOOD. The annual Soul Food Dinner took place on Saturday to the delight of dozens of hungry customers. Troy and Shelia Chapman of Swanny’s Kitchen served up a generous … more

3/19/24 02:59 PM

Fayette Area Community Trust now accepting grant applications

Applications are now being accepting for grants to be awarded by the Fayette Area Community Trust Advisory Board. Any tax-exempt, not-for-profit organization in the Fayette area may apply. … more

3/19/24 03:00 PM

Felten, Wiseman crowned King and Queen of 2024 New Franklin Homecoming

CROWNED KING AND QUEEN for the 2024 New Franklin Homecoming were Sawyer Felten and Natalie Wiseman. The coronation took place at the conclusion of the boys’ basketball game Friday night. … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 2/6/24 03:29 PM

Threat involving school deemed not credible

What is now considered an unsubstantiated threat involving the Fayette school district was investigated by the Fayette Police Department and the Howard County Sheriff’s Department Wednesday … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 2/6/24 03:30 PM

Korean War veteran throws first pitch at Legion game

The Rev. Jerry Moon, a veteran of the Korean War, threw out the first pitch at the American Legion baseball game Monday night between Fayette and Atlanta. The game was played at Central Methodist … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 7/5/23 10:43 AM

Judge Hayes to seek fourth term as Circuit Judge

Presiding Circuit 14 Judge Scott Hayes announced that he will seek re-election as Circuit Judge. The 14th Judicial Circuit includes Howard and Randolph counties. Hayes was elected Circuit Judge … more

2/6/24 03:31 PM

Faith Family honors veterans, police as Hometown Heroes

Faith Family Church in Fayette hosted its first-ever Hometown Heroes celebration on July 1 at the church, celebrating local veterans and law enforcement personnel. Hometown Heroes was attended … more

Gracie Doolin | 7/5/23 10:48 AM

Vroman receives MVMA Academy Distinguished Service Award

Beloved Howard County veterinarian Dr. Kenneth Vroman, DVM, was honored with the MVMA Academy Distinguished Service Award. The award was presented to Dr. Vroman by Dr. Mac Wilt at the Missouri … more

2/6/24 03:32 PM

Fayette R-III announces administration changes

Fayette Superintendent Brent Doolin has announced administration changes at Daly Elementary School starting in the fall. Longtime principal Cheri Huster will transition to the district’s … more

7/5/23 10:56 AM

Fayette High School Class of 2020 Senior Sendoff

5/15/20 05:50 PM

No street improvements in city’s new budget

Last week, the Fayette Board of Aldermen passed the city’s budget for the 2023-24 fiscal year, which began July 1. The new budget includes increased funding for city employees but once again … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 7/5/23 11:06 AM

Commercial Trust celebrates 120 years in business

Cutting the ribbon during the 120 th anniversary of Commercial Trust Company in Fayette are members of the bank, the bank’s board, and the Fayette Chamber of Commerce. The bank celebrated 120 … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 7/5/23 11:07 AM

CID Board to fund parking studies

Since the Historic Downtown Fayette Commercial Community Improvement District (CID) started collecting a 1-percent sales tax beginning January 1, 2021, it has built a coffer with about $275,000. Now … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 7/5/23 11:09 AM

Council takes no action for now on Church St. parking

No action was taken last week by the Fayette city council with regard to a proposed ordinance to ban college parking along North Church Street in front of the Central Methodist University campus. … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 7/5/23 11:11 AM

CMU Conservatory Singers to host fall concert Sunday

The Central Methodist University Conservatory Singers will host their first concert of the year on Sunday. The 2023 Fall Concert Program, titled “With a Voice of Singing,” will begin at … more

9/27/23 09:43 AM

MoDOT announces project to realign Route 3

Three years after closing U.S. Route 3 between Roanoke and Highway 24 in Randolph County, the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is preparing for a road realignment project. A section of … more

7/18/23 11:01 AM

Falcons sweep Carrollton Band Day

The Fayette High School marching band secured high marks again this year at Carrollton Band Day on Saturday. The event traditionally kicks off the marching band competition season. Fayette took … more

9/27/23 09:44 AM

The Elisha Witt Tavern

According to the 1883 History of Howard and Cooper Counties, “This house was erected in the fall of 1824 by Elisha Witt with assistance from General Ignatius P. Owen on the ground where Howard … more

7/18/23 11:04 AM