April 1, 2026
Santa Fe Times
Stewardship conference
On Thursday, Feb. 5, the Santa Fe Agri-Leaders held their annual Ag Stewardship conference at the Concordia Community Center. The event featured three speakers and had a crowd of approximately 100 guests. Santa Fe and Concordia FFA members helped serve the meal, which was catered by Plow Boys BBQ. Here, speaker Jim Gerrish talks about grazing and livestock production. ( Santa Fe Times photo by Klarissa Olvera)
LRHC receives 2026 Women’s Choice Award
Lafayette Regional Health Center has been recognized as one of America’s Best Hospitals for Emergency Care by the Women’s Choice Award.
Apply now for Lafayette County Veterans Memorial brick
The Friends of the Lafayette County Veterans Memorial are proud to announce the launch of the Veterans Memorial Brick Program, an initiative designed to honor local veterans who have served our nation.
Sherman College of Chiropractic President’s List
Sadie Limback of Alma, has been named to Sherman College of Chiropractic’s President’s List for the fall 2025 quarter. President’s List students have achieved a grade point average of 4.0 for the quarter.
Auditor releases monthly reports on municipalities, special district financial information
On Feb. 4, Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick recently issued monthly reports detailing the compliance of municipalities and other political subdivisions with financial reporting laws.
Multiple closures scheduled on I-70, I-670
The Missouri Department of Transportation will close eastbound and westbound Interstate 70 between Routes AA/ BB (Exit 24 in Grain Valley) and Routes F/H (Exit 28 in Oak Grove) on Saturday, Feb. 14 at approximately 9 p.m., for the demolition of the Lefholz Rd. bridge over I-70 at mile marker 26. Access to the bridge will also close on Saturday, Feb. 14 at approximately 9 p.m.
MSHP: Beware of common cryptocurrency fraud tactics
The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control is warning the public about a growing number of cryptocurrency fraud cases reported across the state. Investigators have seen a considerable increase in scams often targeting older adults and other members of the public, resulting in significant financial losses.
Ag Stewardship Conference
On Thursday, Feb. 5, the Santa Fe Agri-Leaders held their annual Ag Stewardship conference in Concordia. During the event, Santa Fe and Concordia FFA members helped with various tasks such as introducing speakers, setting up and clearing away snack tables, and preparing for the meal. Here, from left: Santa Fe FFA members Julie Wieland, Karlea Bolser and Plow Boys owner Randy Hinck get ready to serve lunch at the event. ( Santa Fe Times photo by Klarissa Olvera)
PAT Valentine’s Dance
On Saturday, Feb. 7, the Santa Fe Parents as Teachers held a Valentine’s Family Dance at Santa Fe Elementary school. The event included snacks, music, dancing, coloring pages, books for storytime and various games and activities. Here, Hadley Boland dances with her mom, Brittany Boland while other guests gather around the refreshment table. ( Santa Fe Times photo by Klarissa Olvera)
SF boys battle Cougars, Tigers in conference action
The Santa Fe boys played in Cougar country on the 6th of February at Crest Ridge on Court Warming night. The Cougars are 18 and 6 and fresh off of a big win over Higginsville the game prior. The ball was tipped and in 23 seconds Ethan Finkeldei let one fly from the corner, splashing it home for a 3-0 Chiefs lead. The Cougars answered back soon and with the full court press they ran the score to a 12-3 advantage. Finkeldei hit down low for 12-5, CRHS added a free throw, and then freshman Brayden Livingston hit a corner three making it 13-8 at 3:30. Another three was delivered by Finkeldei at 1:22 however the Cougars stretched their lead to 26-11 after one. Finkeldei would pace the Chiefs with 11 in the contest, getting 8 in the 1st quarter.