The Fayette Advertiser

Wells, Lawson crowned Fayette Homecoming King and Queen

Fayette High School seniors Ben Wells and Madi Lawson were crowned Homecoming King and Queen Friday. The coronation took place during halftime of the football game. Wells is the son of Dakota … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 10/4/22 04:03 PM

Addison, Waggoner among six alumni to be honored Sunday

One of the most highly-anticipated events of this year’s Hometown Homecoming weekend is the Alumni Awards Brunch, where Central Methodist University’s Distinguished and Young Alumni Award … more

10/4/22 04:03 PM

Central Methodist presents ‘Hometown Homecoming’ this weekend

The staff, students, and alumni of Central Methodist University are preparing to celebrate the 2022 homecoming festivities on this weekend, October 7-9. This year’s theme of “Hometown … more

10/4/22 04:01 PM

Pegue to give Gaddis Lecture

Central Methodist University alumna Shamika Renee Pegue will soon have the honor of giving the 2022 Merrill E. Gaddis Lecture at her alma mater. Held for the first time since 2019, the event will … more

10/4/22 03:58 PM

Fayette High School celebrates 2022 Homecoming week

Fayette High School will celebrate its annual Homecoming this week, culminating with the crowning of a new Queen and King at halftime of the football game Friday night. This year’s theme is … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/28/22 03:57 PM

OPEN FOR BUSINESS

Fayette’s newest business opened its doors over the weekend. Remedy IV & Nutrition held a grand opening on Saturday, complete with a ribbon cutting by the soon-to-be newly re-commissioned … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/28/22 03:57 PM

Riekhof’s campaign for prosecutor kicks into high gear

Howard County Prosecuting Attorney Deborah Riekhof is ramping up her campaign for re-election. Currently nearing the end of her second-consecutive term, she has served 10 years in the … more

9/28/22 03:56 PM

CMU Band Day Saturday

The 57th annual Central Methodist University Band Day will be held on Saturday, October 1, with more than 30 schools from around the state set to compete. Schools from all classes are included … more

9/28/22 03:55 PM

Fayette BOE approves schedule changes, additional SPED teacher

Enrollment at the Fayette school district is up slightly from that of a year ago. Current tallies were revealed at Wednesday’s regular monthly meeting of Fayette’s Board of Education. … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 9/28/22 03:54 PM

Central alum appointed judge

On Friday, Missouri Governor Mike Parson appointed Central Methodist University alumnus James O. Kjar as Associate Circuit Judge for Benton County in the 27th Judicial Circuit. He will fill the … more

9/28/22 03:53 PM

Paisley receives Fayette Main St. grant

9/28/22 03:53 PM

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 … 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 … 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