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Heavy rains cause local flooding

Nearly five inches of rain fell in the overnight hours of July 3, causing flash flooding and power interruptions, and damaging county roads. Another inch and a half fell the following night. … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 7/9/24 11:01 AM

More power outages Monday

City crews worked to restore power to portions of Fayette early Monday in the latest of a series of power outages as thunderstorms continued to saturate this section. The first outage came … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 7/9/24 11:00 AM

70th Wedding Anniversary

Louis and Gladys Walker recently celebrated their 70 th wedding anniversary on June 8 at the Mt. Pleasant Church near Higbee. Louis Carl Walker and Gladys Moyer were married on June 3, 1954, … more

7/9/24 10:57 AM

July 4 Party in the Park hopes to avoid hot afternoon weather

Fayette’s annual Independence Day festivities in the City Park will kick off earlier in an effort to spare attendees from the normally sweltering heat. Organizer Tristan Head is still seeking a … more

7/2/24 11:01 AM

Fayette Police Chief asks for officer raises

Fayette City Marshal David Ford asked the city council to approve pay raises for officers just as the Board of Aldermen was finalizing the budget for the next fiscal year, and his department is amid … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 7/2/24 11:00 AM

US 40 wreck sends 5 to hospital

A three-car crash on Tuesday, June 25, sent five people to the hospital, including a New Franklin teenager, and one was transported by emergency helicopter. The crash occurred on US 40 in … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 7/2/24 10:59 AM

Fireworks allowed in City Park

Fayette police remind the public that an ordinance forbids shooting off fireworks anytime, anywhere in the city limits. The exception is the supervised public display in the city park on Independence … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 7/2/24 10:58 AM

Fayette, HoCo Vet to host Rabies Clinic July 17 at City Hall

The Howard County Veterinary Service will hold a rabies clinic from 6 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17, at Fayette City Hall on South Main Street. The annual clinic offers reduced prices for … more

7/2/24 10:58 AM

County Dems turn out for candidate speakings

Around 70 people attended a meet-and-greet event for Democratic candidates held at Tricky Fish Community Hall in Fayette on Friday. The Howard County Democrat Committee, along with the Howard County … more

7/2/24 10:56 AM

Thunderstorms brought wind, hail to Fayette

The Fayette area received between two and three inches of rainfall, depending on where you were standing, Tuesday into Wednesday. The first round caused a city-wide interruption in … more

7/2/24 10:55 AM

Glasgow senior earns trip to national FFA conference

Glasgow senior Caroline Stallman was chosen to attend the Next Gen Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah this coming fall. The conference will focus on environmental service and natural resources. … more

7/2/24 10:55 AM

City offering swimming lessons

The City of Fayette will offer swimming lessons at the city pool in July. the cost is $45 per swimmer. Lessons will take place Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from July 8 through July 29. … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 7/2/24 10:54 AM

Rep. Gregory speaks at Farm Bureau Strawberry Festival

Missouri House Rep. Kurtis Gregory- R, Marshall, speaks to about two dozen attendees to the Howard County Farm Bureau Strawberry Festival held at the Fayette City Park on Tuesday, June 25. The … more

7/2/24 10:52 AM

Youth basketball players hone skills at CMU camp

SIXTY YOUNG BASKETBALL PLAYERS hit the hardwood last week for the annual Central Methodist University basketball camp. Players ranged in age from Kindergartners through eighth-graders. Players … more

7/2/24 10:51 AM

Lembke named next President of the Fayette Rotary Club

The Fayette Rotary Club will have a new President starting this week. During the club’s regular meeting on Wednesday, June 26, former President Greg Stidham turned the gavel over to Linda … more

7/2/24 10:50 AM

Fayette Masons bury time capsule

Burying a time capsule in a clandestine place on June 23 are members of the Fayette-Howard Masonic Lodge # 4, AF&AM, along with some distinguished guests. A time capsule burial ceremony was held … more

7/2/24 10:49 AM

Arrow Rock’s J. Huston Tavern to reopen

After the historic J. Huston Tavern at Arrow Rock State Historic Site was unexpectedly closed in March, Missouri State Parks last week announced plans to reopen the tavern later this year. The … more

7/2/24 10:48 AM

Council agrees to new 3-year trash contract with RTS

The Fayette city council last week agreed to a new three-year contract with RTS Waste Services, the rural Slater-based company that picks up trash in Fayette. The unanimous decision was made during … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 7/2/24 08:43 AM

Howard County Royalty

KatiJo Schaefer was crowned Queen of the Howard County Fair on Wednesday night last week, and Gracie Innes was crowned Teen Queen. Schaefer is the daughter of Jessica and Greg Schaefer of … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 6/25/24 11:12 AM

Howard County welcomes new EMA directors

Two new members are taking over for retiring veterans in the Howard County Emergency Management Agency. Casey Roberts and Kyle “Bubba” Conrow were hired by the county commission to take … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 6/25/24 11:11 AM