Fayette Schools are starting classes this week.  While students may be reluctant for their summer break to end, almost a dozen shining new faces are excited about the new year. Educators from all three Fayette Schools shared a little about themselves as they prepared for the first day of school. Please help welcome the following…

Emergency Services Management agency and Directors Bryan Kunze and Bill John have information to share with Howard County residents regarding the Total Solar Eclipse on Monday. Some area residents are skeptical of the predicted influx of visitors for the celestial event. Despite this, the Katy Roundhouse Campground in New Franklin is booked full, even adding…

An annual fall rite of return for Central Methodist University students is being planned. The gathering, Fair on the Square, is an opportunity for students to meet and get to know people both on the campus and in the community. Area residents are invited to attend the annual Fair on the Square to greet returning…

Under cloudy skies and the threat of rain The Howard County Courthouse square was  overrun with people until the rain came in the afternoon Saturday during the Fayette Festival of the Arts. Live music, art shows, the quilt show, good food and cool temperatures in the mid-70’s were enjoyed by a big crowd.  It is…

Fayette City Council further discussed the items voiced by guests at their July 18 meeting. Mowing continues to be a big topic of the council meetings. The search for a boom mower has been a difficult one. Very few seem to be available unless brand new and very expensive. The council has mulled over foregoing…

Coyote Hill Christian Children’s Home, a professional, yet traditional home environment for abused and neglected children, is partnering with the community to build a new 5,500 square foot home. Building another home for abused and neglected children has been a community effort. On Saturday, Aug. 26th Coyote Hill will be joined by men and women…