October 16, 2026
Santa Fe Times
Auditor releases September report on municipalities, special district financial information
On Sept. 25, Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick issued monthly reports detailing the compliance of municipalities and other political subdivisions with financial reporting laws.
MoDOT KC planning 11-month closure of I-70 in 2027
The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) will host a public information session to share more about the upcoming full closure of I-70 from downtown to the stadiums between Van Brunt Boulevard and Prospect Avenue. The information session will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 6 from 5-7 p.m. at Gregg/Klice Community Center (1600 John “Buck” O’Neil Way, Kansas City, MO 64108) This significant project will require an approximately 11-month closure of I-70 eastbound and westbound, scheduled to begin on Jan. 11, 2027, weather permitting. Whether you commute through the area, operate a business, work nearby, or live in the surrounding community, this meeting will help you prepare for the changes ahead.
Election update: Legal matter concerning district boundaries
Absentee voting for the Nov. 3 General Election began Sept. 22. Lafayette County voters should be aware of an ongoing legal matter concerning Missouri’s congressional district boundaries.
LCHD announces upcoming flu/COVID-19 vaccine clinics
Lafayette County Health Department will hold flu/COVID-19 vaccine clinics in the County as follows:
Lilleman honored with MRTA Unit 5 Distinguished Retiree Award
It is with great pride that Lafayette County Retired School Personnel (LCRSP) announces that member and Treasurer, Gail D. Lilleman, has been awarded the Missouri Retired Teacher and Education Employees Association (MRTA) Unit 5 Distinguished Retiree Award. Gail was recognized at MRTA’s Annual Meeting on Sept. 16, 2026 in St. Louis.
Sept. 30 Update: Improve I-70: Blue Springs to Odessa traffic impacts
Sept. 30, 2026 – 2:24 p.m. JACKSON & LAFAYETTE COUNTIES – The Missouri Department of Transportation is conducting the following traffic impacts along Interstate 70… Login to continue reading Login…
Sept. 25 Update: Improve I-70: Blue Springs to Odessa traffic impacts
Sept. 25, 2026 – 1:48 p.m. JACKSON & LAFAYETTE COUNTIES – The Missouri Department of Transportation is conducting the following traffic impacts along Interstate 70… Login to continue reading Login…
Overnight lane and ramp closures on I-70 EB in Lafayette County for pavement work, TONIGHT
The Missouri Department of Transportation will conduct intermittent overnight single lane closures on I-70 EB between mm 50 and 56 before and after MO 13… Login to continue reading Login…