June 26, 2026
Santa Fe Times
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.
Governor signs three bills into law
Pregnant women now able to file for divorce
Trinity Lutheran Confirmation
On Sunday, March 29, two local youth made their profession of faith during a confirmation ceremony held at Trinity Lutheran Church in Alma.
Shepherd’s Food Pantry March update
For the month of March, the Shepherd’s Food Pantry the privilege to serve 317 families from the Tri-County region of Lafayette, Carroll and Saline counties here in Missouri. This included 473 adults, 301 children and 281 seniors.