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Glasgow Police Chief Polson resigns

Glasgow Chief of Police Tyler Polson resigned his post early last month. A public notice from Glasgow Mayor Joseph Gibbs stated that Polson voluntary resigned on December 6. The city has … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 1/7/25 11:45 AM

Winter storm sweeps across US

FAYETTE WAS TRANSFORMED INTO A WINTER WONDERLAND on Sunday as a massive winter storm swept across the US from the Rocky Mountains to the east coast. Fayette received around seven inches of snow, … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 1/7/25 11:45 AM

Sheriff’s Dept. investigate shots-fired calls in Armstrong

Howard County Sheriff’s deputies responded to shots-fired calls in Armstrong the day after Christmas, but were unable to locate the source of the shots. Calls came in shortly after 7 p.m. … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 1/7/25 11:43 AM

Community luncheon, services planned honoring the Martin Luther King Jr.

On Sunday, January 19, the Fayette community will come together to honor the life and legacy of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a series of uplifting and impactful events. This … more

1/7/25 11:41 AM

First Christian Church serves annual Christmas meal

THE FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH in Fayette once again served its annual community Christmas dinner on December 25. Approximately 50 people dined at the church, while another 44 meals were delivered. This … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 1/7/25 11:39 AM

Advertiser will not print next week

There will be no Fayette Advertiser delivered next week. The publication date would have been January 1, 2025. Many former publishers would always combine editions for the end of the year to … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 12/23/24 04:04 PM

Holiday displays light up city park

Once again, the Fayette City Park dazzles onlookers for the holiday season. The Friends of Historic Fayette Memorial Pool began the Sparkle in the Park in 2018 as a way to draw interest to the park. … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 12/23/24 04:03 PM

New MSHP trooper assigned to Howard, Cooper counties

A new graduate of the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Law Enforcement Academy will soon be on patrol in Howard County. Trooper Brittney S. Romano, a native of Patton, Mo., was assigned to the … more

12/23/24 04:02 PM

Trust awards $14k to Boonesboro Church

Earl Boggs, Advisory Trustee for the Cale and Opal Parrish Trust Fund, presents a check for $14,250 to Gary Crowley, Board Chair of the Boonesboro Christian Church. The money will be used … more

12/23/24 04:01 PM

Santa Claus Cleared to Spread Christmas Cheer

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Director of Agriculture Chris Chinn and Missouri State Veterinarian Dr. Steve Strubberg have approved livestock movement papers for nine reindeer. Mr. Santa Claus from The … more

12/23/24 03:57 PM

Local patriots lay wreaths on service members' headstones

Scores of area patriots braved cold, wet conditions to participate in National Wreaths Across America Day at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery near New Franklin on Saturday. The cemetery was one of more than … more

12/17/24 11:53 AM

Higbee signs Supt. Burton to three-year contract

The Higbee Board of Education has offered Superintendent Tanner Burton a three-year contract after only six months on the job. Burton was named Superintendent in December 2023 when Tyler Walker … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 12/17/24 11:52 AM

Area churches to hold Christmas Services

With the holiday season in full swing, many local parishioners are wondering where they may attend Christmas worship services this season. The following is a list of churches that have announced … more

12/17/24 11:50 AM

Filing robust for Fayette city council

Within the first hour of the first day to file for the April 2025 municipal and school board elections, three people turned in their candidacies for open seats on the Fayette Board of Alderman. Pat … more

Justin Addison, Editor/Publisher | 12/17/24 11:50 AM

Howard Co. high schoolers can be paid for EMT training

High school students in Howard County now have the opportunity to launch a career in emergency medical services, thanks to a partnership between the Central Workforce Development Region, the Missouri … more

12/17/24 11:47 AM

Local students awarded degrees during CMU winter commencement

Central Methodist University celebrated its Winter 2024 commencement in Puckett Fieldhouse on the Fayette campus on Saturday. Former board of trustees member James Kimbell delivered the commencement … more

12/17/24 11:47 AM

Donates beef to Fayette schools

Photo Submitted Students in the Fayette school district will be eating high-quality Howard County beef thanks to the MO Beef Kids program. Farmers Steve and Joyce Diehls and the Howard County … more

12/17/24 11:42 AM

Church to serve annual Christmas meal

The First Christian Church in Fayette will serve its annual Fayette Area Community Christmas Dinner from 4 until 6 p.m. on December 25. This will be the 15th year the meal will be held. The team … more

12/12/24 11:40 AM

New restaurant to anchor Eagle Plaza

In its continued effort to invest in the Fayette community, Central Methodist University has announced plans for filling the remaining spaces in the newly opened Eagle Plaza on the downtown square. A … more

By EMILY KESEL Central Methodist University | 12/12/24 11:37 AM

Mt. Pleasant Cemetery to honor fallen servicemen in national ceremony Saturday

Mount Pleasant Cemetery, just north of New Franklin, will be one of more than 4,225 locations across the United States to participate in National Wreaths Across America Day. A public wreath-laying … more

12/12/24 11:10 AM