April 1, 2026
Santa Fe Times News
News Briefs
Waverly Masonic Lodge #61 A.F. & A.M. will hold their annual Soup & Chili Dinner on Sunday, Feb. 15, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. The event will be held at the Waverly Christian Church Fellowship Hall for a free-will offering.
LRHC receives 2026 Women’s Choice Award
Lafayette Regional Health Center has been recognized as one of America’s Best Hospitals for Emergency Care by the Women’s Choice Award.
Sherman College of Chiropractic President’s List
Sadie Limback of Alma, has been named to Sherman College of Chiropractic’s President’s List for the fall 2025 quarter. President’s List students have achieved a grade point average of 4.0 for the quarter.
Multiple closures scheduled on I-70, I-670
The Missouri Department of Transportation will close eastbound and westbound Interstate 70 between Routes AA/ BB (Exit 24 in Grain Valley) and Routes F/H (Exit 28 in Oak Grove) on Saturday, Feb. 14 at approximately 9 p.m., for the demolition of the Lefholz Rd. bridge over I-70 at mile marker 26. Access to the bridge will also close on Saturday, Feb. 14 at approximately 9 p.m.
Ag Stewardship Conference
On Thursday, Feb. 5, the Santa Fe Agri-Leaders held their annual Ag Stewardship conference in Concordia. During the event, Santa Fe and Concordia FFA members helped with various tasks such as introducing speakers, setting up and clearing away snack tables, and preparing for the meal. Here, from left: Santa Fe FFA members Julie Wieland, Karlea Bolser and Plow Boys owner Randy Hinck get ready to serve lunch at the event. ( Santa Fe Times photo by Klarissa Olvera)
State Bank of Missouri presents donation to Trinity Lutheran School
State Bank of Missouri presented a donation to Trinity Lutheran School
Blackburn Council discusses mowing, maintenance, budget, ballot measure
The Feb. 9 regular meeting of the Board of Aldermen of the City of Blackburn was called to order at 7:08 p.m. by Mayor Bobby Steffens.
Apply online for MDC spring managed turkey hunts starting Feb. 1
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds hunters that Missouri youth, archery, and firearms turkey hunters can apply online for 2026 spring turkey managed hunts during February at mdc.mo.gov/ springturkeyhunts.
Care Connection requests public comment on FY27 Area Plan
Care Connection for Aging Services is soliciting public comment on its Area Plan for July 2026 – June 2027. The plan includes detailed data, specific goals, and actionable strategies designed to expand and sustain the agency’s services, ensuring the agency meets the needs of the growing older adult population. The plan also ensures compliance with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) guidelines and the Older Americans Act, while prioritizing those with the greatest social and economic needs.
The Beat: The more you know, the more you grow
Chief of Police, Waverly PD