The Fayette Advertiser

Bicentennial Quilt Exhibition to Continue

The State Historical Society of Missouri is extending the exhibition of the Missouri Bicentennial Quilt through the fall of 2022. The quilt, featuring blocks from all 114 Missouri counties and the … more

11/23/21 11:08 AM

Local blood drives to aid in blood and platelet shortage

As many prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving and look ahead at a busy holiday season, the American Red Cross encourages eligible donors across the country to harness their humanity by giving blood or … more

11/23/21 11:07 AM

Donates to food pantry

The Lincoln Public School Committee in Fayette on Saturday donated more than 100 food items to the Fayette Food Pantry. Items were collected by members of the committee. Accepting the donation was … more

11/23/21 11:06 AM

DISTRICT CHAMPS

The Fayette High School football team defeated Sweet Springs 46-6 to win the Class 1 District 5 championship at home on Friday. Fayette now moves on to face L&C Conference rival Marceline in the … more

11/16/21 11:09 AM

Council votes to authorize demolition permit for downtown redevelopment

The Fayette City Council passed a resolution to authorize a demolition permit for nearly a block of buildings on the west side of the downtown square. The action came during its regular meeting on … more

11/16/21 11:09 AM

Changes to ordinance aimed to curb parking issues

One possible solution to downtown parking woes is now on the books. At its regular meeting on Tuesday, November 9, the Fayette Board of Aldermen gave unanimous passage to an amendment to parking … more

11/16/21 11:09 AM

City council adopts trashcan ordinance

Twenty-two weeks after voting to create a new ordinance that limits times when trash receptacles may be placed in front of homes, the Fayette city council passed the new law. Effective immediately, … more

11/16/21 11:09 AM

Christmas parade Dec. 4

The annual Christmas parade in downtown Fayette is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 4. Presented by Fayette Main Street, Inc., the Lighted Christmas Parade invites entries from … more

11/16/21 11:08 AM

Main St. to host Turkey Trot 5k on Nov. 27

Those of us who overeat on Thanksgiving will have a chance to burn off those extra calories. Fayette Main Street will host a Turkey Trot 5k downtown Fayette on the morning of Saturday, November 27. … more

11/16/21 11:08 AM

Veterans Day assembly at Fayette High School

11/16/21 11:07 AM

Library Lines

The holidays are rapidly approaching and most people are very busy this time of year with shopping, baking and re-uniting with friends and family, especially this year as we are emerging from the … more

11/16/21 11:07 AM

CMU Chorale Tour takes off November 18

For the first time under the direction of Dr. Patrick Dill, the Central Methodist University Chorale singers will soon set off for a tour of Missouri churches and high schools. The Chorale will set … more

11/16/21 11:06 AM

OATS under federal face covering law

OATS Transit is open for regular transportation service. OATS Transit follows Federal Transit Administration requirements, which means face masks must be worn on public transit due to COVID-19 … more

11/16/21 11:06 AM

Higbee Lions Club spaghetti fundraiser November 27

The Higbee Lions Club will hold a fundraiser on Saturday, November 27, at Cooper’s Oak Winery/ Skullsplitter Spirits Distillery in Higbee. A dinner will be served starting at 4:30 p.m. … more

11/16/21 11:03 AM

Annual OJO community Thanksgiving dinner Nov. 20

The Ordinary Jane Organization will host its annual community Thanksgiving dinner on Saturday, November 20 at Schnell Hall in Fayette. Members of the community are invited to dine in … more

11/16/21 11:03 AM

National Guard veteran to receive Quilt of Valor

A National Guard member who served in Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan will receive the Quilt of Valor, presented by the Peacemakers Quilters in Fayette. The presentation will take place at … more

11/9/21 12:13 PM

Howard Electric CEO announces retirement

Howard Electric Cooperative in Fayette will soon have a new CEO/General Manager. Richard Fowler announced his retirement effective in February after 31 years at the head of the cooperative. Howard … more

11/9/21 12:12 PM

Candidate filing for April municipal elections opens Dec. 7

Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft wants Missourians to be aware of changes to opening and closing dates for candidate filing for the April 2022, General Municipal Election. Candidate filing … more

11/9/21 12:10 PM

Falcons hang on against Harrisburg in District semis

11/9/21 12:09 PM

DAR Good Citizen award to Spielbauer

Sydney Spielbauer, daughter of Brian and Jennifer Spielbauer, is the recipient of the Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizens Award this year at Fayette High School. Her application has … more

11/9/21 12:08 PM