June 26, 2026
Santa Fe Times
Softball handles business against Midway
Santa Fe got back into the swing of things in a big way after rough weather, playing against Midway, on 4-20-26. On the road the Chiefs sprang for 3 runs in frame one, and held that advantage through 3 innings. Fast forward to inning 6, Midway finally got on the scoreboard plating 4 runs, but the damage was done as the Chiefs were up 11-4 at that point. A nine run 7th inning explosion by the visiting Red and Black smothered any comeback hopes to be held by Midway in a 20-4 romp, and win by SFHS.
Battle of Lexington State Historic Site to hold Park Day event
Got a case of spring fever? Stop by the Battle of Lexington State Historic Site this Saturday, April 25, from 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. for Park Day! Park Day…
MoDOT: ‘Work with Us’ through historic construction season
National Work Zone Awareness Week is April 20-24 On any given day during construction season, Missouri will have as many as 1,000 active work zones in place. Within these work…
Fitzgibbon Hospital, The Living Center announce Chapter 11 filing, private sale
On April 21, Fitzgibbon Hospital in Marshall, Mo. announced that it has voluntarily filed for protection under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and has secured a partner for sale of the facility.
Brigade Command Sergeant Major (Ret.), Kerrick Lilleman speaks to retired educators
Lafayette County Retired School Personnel (LCRSP) met on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at the FCS Financial Office in Higginsville, MO. A general meeting was held, followed by guest speaker Brigade Command Sergeant Major (Ret.), Don Kerrick Lilleman.
Veterans cemetery seeking volunteers for cleanup
The Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville is seeking help to wash headstones and perform minor landscaping tasks during the week of April 20 - 24. The cemetery is preparing for their major National inspection and wants to put the best face on the facility and grounds. Volunteers may contact the cemetery Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. at 660-362-6111. If any group organizations wish to perform a weekend cleanup, that can be arranged. Additionally, the cemetery will happily sign off for any local students for community service hours.
CCMH announces next Chief Executive Officer
Carroll County Memorial Hospital Board of Directors is excited to announce Blake Riley has accepted the position as CCMH’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective June 22, 2026.
Alma Lions Club holds meeting
The Alma Lions Club met on April 8 at The Palace in Concordia. Ron Bredehoeft was inducted as a new member. The ballot for May was distributed with no additions at this time. Planning continues for the independence celebration June 25, 26, 27. The club noted that Gash Plumbing, Jeff Buford, Russell Limback and Justus Hostetter facilitated the opening of the Alma ball field!
Missouri State Fair now accepting nominations for Veterans/Active Duty Honoree of the Day
The Missouri State Fair is continuing the tradition of honoring the men and women who have served or are serving our amazing country with the Veteran/Active Military Honorees of the Day. The nomination period is open now through May 25, 2026.