April 1, 2026
Santa Fe Times
Landowner Fairness Act: Standing firm for private property rights
At a time when largescale infrastructure projects and renewable energy development continue to reshape Missouri’s rural landscape, state policy must reflect fairness, transparency, and respect for landowners.
Harm reduction vending machine now available at Waverly clinic
HCC Network now has a harm reduction vending machine outside the Waverly clinic.
The next generation
This session has nearly reached the halfway point and I continue to present and fight for the interests of the 21st district. However, one of my favorite things to do – and one of the most important – is talk with the members of my district. And no one is more important than the upcoming generation.
Register beginning March 16 for Callery Pear buyback
Have invasive Callery (Bradford) pear trees? Cut them down and get a free native tree! The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is partnering with the Missouri Invasive Plant Council (MoIP), the Missouri Community Forestry Council, Magnificent Missouri, Forrest Keeling Nursery, Forest ReLeaf of Missouri, and the Missouri Prairie Foundation to host the 2026 Callery Pear Buyback Program in locations around the state.
St. Patrick’s Day plant tips
With St. Patrick’s Day approaching, many people are tempted to purchase the attractive “shamrock plant,” or may receive one as a gift. What is sold as a shamrock is actually a plant from the genus Oxalis, part of the wood sorrel family. Oxalis regnelli, often sold in March, resembles clover with its three triangular-shaped leaflets and delicate white blooms. A purpleleaf plant in the same family, Oxalis triangular, bearing pale pink to white flowers, is also widely available during this season.
Auditor releases monthly reports on municipalities, special district financial information
On March 6, Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick issued monthly reports detailing the compliance of municipalities and other political subdivisions with financial reporting laws.
MDC hunting booklets now available
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has new booklets for hunters, trappers, anglers, and others on spring turkey hunting, hunting and trapping, and fishing. The free booklets are available at MDC regional offices, MDC nature centers, and other places where permits are sold. The handy booklets have information on related permits, seasons, species, regulations, limits, conservation areas, sunrise and sunset tables, and more.
Negro League Baseball Museum: A gem of Kansas City
The Negro League Baseball Museum in Kansas City is a walk through American history. Not only the story of the black man rising from slavery to opportunity and success, it’s the story of our society and how attitudes, people and the nation changed.
Santa Fe FFA celebrates National FFA Week
Photos submitted by Advisor Martha Schreiman
Local singers headed to Carnegie Hall
If you linger long enough around 57th Street and Seventh Avenue in New York City, some tourist is bound to walk up to you and ask, “How do you get to Carnegie Hall?” Without missing a beat your reply should be “Practice”.