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Harrisburg upsets Westran to advance to district championship

The Harrisburg Bulldogs traveled to their old Lewis and Clark Conference rival Westran on Friday evening, upsetting the hometown Hornets in a dramatic, come-from-behind victory, 14-10. Westran … more

Brian Spielbauer | 11/19/24 11:15 AM

New Franklin ace signs with DI Georgia State

New Franklin senior Brynn Belstle said signing to play at NCAA Division I Georgia State next season is a dream come true. The Lady Bulldogs’ ace committed to play for the Panthers in Atlanta, … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 11/19/24 11:13 AM

Optimist Club receives MFA Oil grant for new youth football helmets

The Fayette Optimist Club was awarded a $1,000 grant from the MFA Oil Foundation to assist with the purchase of new youth football helmets. The club sponsors the Fayette Youth Football program … more

11/19/24 11:12 AM

Howard County votes overwhelmingly for Trump

The November 5 presidential election, along with a number of statewide races and ballot amendments, drew the second-largest voter turnout in recent history to the Howard County polls. A total of … more

11/12/24 10:51 AM

WWII Merchant Marine laid to rest near Armstrong

The remains of a Merchant Marine who was killed during World War II were laid to rest alongside his parents at Wesley Chapel Cemetery east of Armstrong on Saturday. Elvis Nelson Spotts received a … more

11/12/24 10:50 AM

CMU’s Little Theatre presents Charlotte’s Web this weekend

Central Methodist University and the Little Theatre will present a classic children’s story on the stage this week, with public performances of Charlotte’s Web on Saturday and Sunday. The … more

11/12/24 10:49 AM

CMU Chorale to perform at Linn UMC service Sun.

The Central Methodist University Chorale invites the Fayette community to worship at Linn Memorial United Methodist Church on Sunday morning as they present “An Evening in December.” … more

11/12/24 10:47 AM

Gold Apple Boutique celebrates 5 years in business

Gold Apple Boutique on the south side of the downtown Fayette square celebrated five years in business with a ribbon cutting on Friday. Proprietor Cana Conrow opened the retail business in November … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 11/12/24 10:46 AM

Master Sergeant Gary A. Dann receives Quilt of Valor

Master Sergeant Gary A. Dann received a Quilt of Valor during the annual Veterans Day ceremony held by the Fayette chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution on Friday. Master Sergeant … more

11/12/24 10:45 AM

Polls bustling with voters on morning of Election Day

ELECTION DAY 2024 : Voting booths were at near capacity all morning in the Howard County Courthouse on Tuesday as voters flocked to the polls. Lines had formed outside of both doors prior to the … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 11/5/24 12:20 PM

DAR hosts Veterans Day ceremony at high school Friday

The Howard County Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Post 273, will host the annual Veterans Day ceremony on Friday morning at Fayette High School. Veterans Day falls on … more

11/5/24 12:19 PM

Body of WWII Merchant Marine will be buried near Armstrong Saturday

A World War II Merchant Marine born in Randolph County will be laid to rest on Saturday during a ceremony at Wesley Chapel Cemetery east of Armstrong on Saturday. Elvis Nelson Spotts was killed when … more

11/5/24 12:15 PM

Fayette PD welcomes new officer

The Fayette Police Department swore in a new officer on Monday. Sergeant Daquan Boyce officially begins duty today. Sgt. Boyce joins the department here after serving as an officer for seven … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 11/5/24 12:14 PM

Higbee photographer wins top prize

A Higbee woman won first place in the Missouri Department of Natural Resources 2024 Photo Contest. Pam Stewart took the top prize in the Natural Resources Category with her photograph, … more

11/5/24 12:13 PM

Leak in Rickett’s Lake dam repaired

The dam at Rickett’s Lake has been repaired and is no longer leaking. Fayette Mayor Greg Stidham reported to the city council last week that the project took three days to complete, but … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 10/29/24 11:56 AM

City seeking new SW Ward Alderman

The Fayette Board of Aldermen is looking for a new Southwest Ward representative. Former Alderwoman Leanna Shiflett resigned from her seat, citing she did not have the time to dedicate to the … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 10/29/24 11:55 AM

Trunk or Treat draws hundreds

Approximately 800 trick-or-treaters descended upon downtown Fayette for the annual Trunk-or-Treat, hosted by Downtown Fayette. Forty-five trunks handed out candy and treats, and held games and … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 10/29/24 11:54 AM

2024 Property tax statements in the mail

Tax collections are up slightly from last year. Howard County Collector Jinger Felten said her office is tasked with collected $11,976,402.02, more than $67,000 more than last year’s total of … more

10/29/24 11:52 AM

Clerk predicts more than 80% turnout on Election Day

Howard County Clerk Shelly Howell predicts an enormous turnout, predicting between 80 and 85% of registered voters will cast ballots during this year’s General Election. Already, 395 early … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 10/29/24 11:52 AM

Higbee track program needs your vote

The Higbee track & field program has the chance to win up to $50,000 and needs the public’s help. Coach Adam McCauley submitted a video entry, which was chosen as one of 10 national … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 10/29/24 11:45 AM