The Fayette Advertiser

Focusing on trees

Fayette Mayor Jeremy Dawson signed a proclamation last week signifying that the City of Fayette will recognize Arbor Day on Thursday, September 22. The proclamation is symbolic of a larger effort … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/20/22 11:50 AM

New Franklin UMC celebrates 200 years of service

The New Franklin United Methodist Church will celebrate 200 years of service on Sunday, September 25. A special program and lunch will follow the regular 10:30 a.m. service on Sunday. Anyone who … more

9/20/22 11:49 AM

CMU’s Morrison Observatory welcomes public for Thursday viewings

Central Missouri residents are invited to view the universe at any of several guided sessions on Thursday evenings at the historic Morrison Observatory operated by Central Methodist University in … more

9/20/22 11:48 AM

Santa Fe Trail Days

Hundreds of visitors crowded downtown New Franklin over the weekend for Santa Fe Trail Days. The annual two-day event started Friday evening, and kicked into high gear on Saturday. Highlights … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/20/22 11:46 AM

Theatre season begins next month at Central Methodist

The 2022-23 season at Central Methodist University’s The Little Theatre begins next month with the first of five shows for the academic year. Dr. Mark Kelty, professor of theatre, along with … more

9/20/22 11:46 AM

Howard Electric donates to St. Mary’s School

9/20/22 11:45 AM

Library Lines

Greetings from your Howard County Library! Even though the temperatures may not reflect the season, autumn has arrived and it is an exciting time here at the library! We are making some big … more

9/20/22 11:44 AM

Rotary District Governor honored several with Paul Harris Fellows

Rotary District Governor John Horton named Fayette Rotarians Jackie Byland, Glenn Ludtke, and Chuck Thompson as Paul Harris Fellows at the club’s regular meeting on Wednesday, September 14 in … more

9/20/22 11:42 AM

CMU athletic trainers save life of soccer official during game

Quick action by members of the Central Methodist University athletic training staff saved the life of a soccer referee Thursday afternoon. During the men’s soccer game at the … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/14/22 11:42 AM

County addresses emerald ash borer at courthouse

The county is managing trees on the courthouse lawn. The Howard County Commission recently hired Dakota Wells to treat one tree infected with the emerald ash borer and formulate a management plan for … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/14/22 11:41 AM

Santa Fe Trail Days this weekend

Santa Fe Trail Days returns to downtown New Franklin this weekend. The two-day event opens Friday evening, culminating with live music in the beer garden Saturday night. Vendor booths and … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/14/22 11:40 AM

DAR celebrates Constitution Week

Constitution Week is the commemoration of America’s most important document. It is celebrated annually during the week of September 19-23. The United States Constitution stands as a … more

9/14/22 11:36 AM

Health department, local banks to hold diaper drive

The Howard County Public Health Department (HCPHD), along with First Chance for Children, is sponsoring a Diaper Drive as an outreach of the WIC Program to help close the gap for diaper need in … more

9/14/22 11:36 AM

Coyote Hill approved for nearly $500k in Neighborhood Assistance Program

Coyote Hill, a foster care organization working to end child abuse and neglect in this generation, has been approved to receive tax credits through the Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) in the … more

9/14/22 11:35 AM

HEC’s Wiswall received Director Gold Credential certificate

Howard Electric Cooperative’s board secretary, Debbie Wiswall, recently received the Director Gold Credential certificate from the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA). An … more

9/14/22 11:35 AM

Fayette man jailed, charged after allegedly breaking into house with gun

A Fayette man is in jail after he allegedly broke into a rural Howard County home while brandishing a handgun and injuring a woman inside late Wednesday night. Johnathon P. Allphin, 32, faces charges … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/14/22 11:34 AM

Cub Scouts to hold recruiting event at City Park

All kids in grades Kindergarten through fourth are invited to check out Cub Scouts at Fayette City Park on Monday, September 12, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Archery, BB guns, and other games will be available … more

9/9/22 04:28 PM

County-wide edition scheduled for October 19

The Fayette Advertiser will print a special county-wide edition of the newspaper that will be distributed for free to every residence in Howard County, along with those in Higbee and … more

9/9/22 04:27 PM

C&R Market chain to be sold to Nebraska company

The chain of C&R Markets, including grocery stores in Fayette and Boonville, have reportedly been sold to B&R Stores, Inc. of Lincoln, Nebraska. C&R co-owner Mark Thomas told NEMOnews … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/7/22 12:11 PM

Council OKs zoning changes for apartments

The owners of Eagle Landing Apartments on the corner of East Davis and Louisiana Ct. in Fayette were cleared to build a new complex by the Fayette city council during its most recent meeting on … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/7/22 12:10 PM