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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

Pumpkin Fest, Trunk or Treat, observatory viewing, haunted park festival highlight area Halloween activities

The spooky time is upon us, and there is no shortage of fun planned for Halloween this year. Things kick off this Friday and Saturday as the New Franklin Park Board hosts the Haunted Harvest … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 10/22/24 11:59 AM

Grain Belt Express clears another legal hurdle in Chariton County with Missouri appeals court ruling

Chariton County cannot block construction of the Grain Belt Express electric transmission line by refusing permission to cross county roads, the Missouri Western District Court of Appeals ruled last … more

By: RUDI KELLER Missouri Independent | 10/22/24 11:55 AM

Annual Rotary Club Trivia Night Nov. 9

The Fayette Rotary Club is seeking teams to participate in its annual Trivia Night on Saturday, November 9, at the St. Joseph Catholic Church Fellowship Hall on Hwy. 5 in Fayette. The cost is $125 … more

10/22/24 11:55 AM

Sign up for 23rd annual Christmas Holiday House

The 2024 Christmas Holiday House gift distribution will be held on Saturday, December 14, at the First Baptist Church Education Building in Fayette. The Christmas Holiday House project … more

10/22/24 11:54 AM

Mae’B Boutique opens downtown

The Fayette Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for Mae’B Boutique, a new women’s clothing store on the south side of the square. Left to right: Li Lee (Chamber Treasurer), Emily … more

10/22/24 11:51 AM

Rocheport couple accused of child sex crimes now faces federal indictment for child pornography

A Rocheport couple already facing a slew of state charges for child sex crimes was indicted by a federal grand jury last week for victimizing three children to produce child pornography. … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 10/15/24 12:33 PM

St. Paul UMC to celebrate 168 years

St. Paul United Methodist Church in Fayette will celebrate its 168th church anniversary on Sunday, October 27, during the regular worship hour at 11 a.m. This momentous occasion marks nearly two … more

10/15/24 12:30 PM

Fayette Pride Band wins Sweepstakes at CMU Band Day

The Fayette High School Falcon Pride Band added to its healthy trophy collection with a slew of awards including the coveted Sweepstakes Award at the Central Methodist University Band Day on … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 10/15/24 12:30 PM

Alumna returning for annual CMU Gaddis Lecture

The 2024 Gaddis Memorial Lecture on the campus of Central Methodist University is scheduled for Tuesday, October 22, and will feature 2010 Central graduate Hannah Kiddoo Frevert speaking on … more

10/15/24 12:29 PM

Mayor swears-in new City Clerk

Mayor Greg Stidham officially swore-in Mati Rogers as the new City Clerk on Thursday. Mrs. Rogers has served as Assistant City Clerk the last couple of years. She succeeds Judy Thompson, who … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 10/15/24 12:27 PM

Comet photographed over DC Rogers

This photo of the comet C/2023A3 Tsuchinshan-ATLAS, was captured by 11-year-old Alex Addison at 7:36 p.m. on Monday night over D.C. Rogers Lake. The comet was visible with the naked eye thanks to the … more

10/15/24 12:24 PM

Homecoming Royalty

Seniors Camden Kindle and Cayle John were crowned the 2024 Fayette High School Homecoming King and Queen at halftime of the football game on Friday night. Cayle is the daughter of Marissa Vogt … more

10/9/24 11:46 AM