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FHS Pink Out earns more than $6k

Fayette High School brought in more than $6,000 at its annual Pink Out night on Monday, which will benefit recently-retired Spanish teacher Glenda Beardmore, who is battling breast cancer. Art … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 1/21/26 12:53 PM

Glasgow alderman Jeff Parks charged with two felonies in Morgan Co.

A Glasgow city councilman and Fayette liquor store owner is facing two felonies in Morgan County after authorities say he interfered with a traffic stop and later injured two detention officers … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 1/21/26 12:51 PM

Former Fayette alderwoman Stephanie Ford announces run for treasurer

Former Fayette city council alderwoman Stephanie Ford announced she will seek election to the office of Howard County Treasurer. She will be a candidate on the Republican ticket in the August Primary … more

1/21/26 12:50 PM

Syferd announces re-election bid

Howard County Circuit Clerk and Recorder of Deeds Teresa Syferd announced that she will seek a second term. She will run on the Republican ticket in the August primary and the November General … more

1/21/26 12:49 PM

Howell to seek third term as County Clerk

Howard County Clerk Shelly Howell announced she will seek a third term. She will be on the Republican ticket for the Primary Election in August and the General Election in November. Howell won a … more

1/21/26 12:48 PM

Riekhof to file for new term as prosecutor

Howard County Prosecuting Attorney Deborah Riekhof announced she will seek re-election. Riekhof was elected prosecutor in 2010, 2018, and 2023. She also served a two-year term by appointment in … more

1/21/26 12:47 PM

Glasgow High School hosts CAC Honor Band

Glasgow High School hosted the Central Activities Conference Honor Band on Wednesday, Jan. 14. The band was under the direction of Central Methodist University Director of Bands Chuck Moore, along … more

1/21/26 12:45 PM

City honors longtime Housing Authority chair

The City of Fayette last week presented a Memorial Citizen Appreciation Certificate to the family of Jessie Williams, who for many served as the chair of the Fayette Housing Authority. Mr. Williams … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 1/21/26 12:44 PM

Fayette Together honors local law enforcement on National Appreciation Day

Fayette Together Board Director Lue Lockridge-Lane, accompanied by volunteer Mike Jackman, delivered donuts and treats to the Fayette Police Department, the Howard County Sheriff’s Department, City … more

1/21/26 12:29 PM

Vandalism reported at Fayette High School

Someone broke into the press box and concession stand at the Fayette High School football field shortly before 1 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 21, causing thousands in damage. The school district announced … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 1/13/26 11:38 AM

Keyton will not seek re-election as county treasurer

Longtime Howard County treasurer Susan Keyton announced Monday she will not seek a new term. She was first elected in 2006 and won re-election in 2010, 2014, 2018, and 2022. “After thoughtful … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 1/13/26 11:37 AM

Common Fund awards more than $42k

The Fayette Area Common Fund awarded $42,400 to local agencies supporting education, food security, family services, animal welfare, and senior care at a grant reception celebrating the impact of … more

1/13/26 11:34 AM

Pink Out Monday

Fayette High School will host its annual Pink Out night on Monday. The evening’s proceeds will be presented to recently retired Fayette teacher Glenda Beardmore, who was diagnosed with breast … more

1/13/26 11:31 AM

Franklin, Glasgow farms among soybean yield contest winners

The Missouri Soybean Association (MSA) proudly announces the winners of the 2025 Yield Contest, celebrating the exceptional achievements of the state’s soybean farmers. This year’s competition … more

1/13/26 11:30 AM

Ambulance District to host town hall in Glasgow

Howard County residents are invited to learn more about health and safety services in Howard County during a town hall meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 21. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. at the … more

1/13/26 11:30 AM

Linn Memorial donates hats and gloves

Linn Memorial United Methodist Church members Nan Young (left) and Sarah Morrow (right) present 40 hats and 40 gloves to Daly Elementary School nurse Angie Race. The new hats and gloves were … more

1/13/26 11:28 AM

Releif as Falcons pick up first win, advance to consolation final

The fifth-seeded Fayette boys turned a 19-4 run over the second quarter against eighth-seeded Community into their first win of the season, 51-39, in the consolation semifinal game of the New … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 1/9/26 10:45 AM

Annual Christmas Dinner

The annual Community Christmas Dinner hosted by the First Christian Church in Fayette served more than 100 people on Christmas Day. The home-cooked holiday meal included roasted and smoked turkey, … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 1/6/26 11:19 AM

New Franklin man charged with armed carjacking, breaking into home

A 34-year-old New Franklin man was arrested in Howard County on Saturday evening, Dec. 27, and faces a slew of felony charges, accused of shooting at the driver of a car in which he was the passenger … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 1/6/26 11:18 AM

Judge Gebhardt announces re-election bid

1/6/26 11:18 AM