May 19, 2026
Santa Fe Times Community
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.
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.
Celebrating 40 years of service
The Lafayette County Health Department is proud to recognize Carol Wells for an extraordinary milestone 40 years of dedicated service to the health and wellbeing of the Lafayette County community.
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.
SF & TL School Calendar: April 17 – May 1
April 20-30 TL Spring Testing Monday, April 20
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.
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.
SF FFA students attend points trip
The Top 15 Santa Fe FFA members, based on the FFA participation points for the year, earned a free points trip on April 9. Members enjoyed a day at the Silver…