May 1, 2026
Santa Fe Times News
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.
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.
Waverly PD holds First Impact
On Thursday evening, March 5, the Waverly Police Department hosted their second First Impact program at Waverly City Hall. Speakers for the evening included Waverly Police Chief Stephen Phillips and Allyn Workman, a University of Missouri First Impact Educator. Here, Chief Phillips teaches guests about the Graduated Driver License law. (Santa Fe Times photo by Klarissa Olvera)
Don’t forget to apply for Century Farm recognition
If your farm has been in your family since Dec. 31, 1926, you can apply to have it recognized as a Missouri Century Farm.
Learn about shed hunting with MDC
As flowers bloom and grasses grow, deer are shedding their antlers. Discover shed hunting tips with the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) in an upcoming workshop in Ash Grove, with in-person and virtual options.
Lt. Governor opens nominations for Missouri Senior Service Awards
On March 3, Lt. Governor David Wasinger announced nominations are now open for the 2026 Missouri Senior Service Awards, honoring Missouri seniors who helped build their communities and continue serving them through volunteerism, civic leadership, and selfless commitment to others.
Hazel Hill Community Club meets
Hazel Hill Community Hill met on Feb.12 at 12 p.m. at Thomas Hall. Hostesses were Cathy Rogge and Diane Schmidt. Other members attending are: Anna Mae Closterman, Lois Graf, Mary Ellen Kitchen, Pat Maycock, Shirley Maycock, Mary Salyer, Lois Schmidt, and Lolly Schmidt.
Long term closure on I-70 planned near KC
Crews will be conducting lane closures on Interstate 70 eastbound and westbound between 25th St. and the U.S. Highway 40 and 31st St. interchange from Saturday, Feb. 28 until May 2026. The initial lane closures will be for the installation of barrier wall for the long-term closure. The long-term closure will be in place for bridge construction at Cleveland Ave., 27th St., Lister Ave., and Oakley Ave. as well as for other work relating to the Improve I-70 KC project.
Auditor releases compilation of Criminal Activity Forfeiture Act seizure reports for 2025
On Friday, Feb. 27, Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick released a compilation of property seizures made under Missouri’s Criminal Activity Forfeiture Act (CAFA) during calendar year 2025. The report shows law enforcement officials seized just over $3.4 million worth of property in 237 seizures. In 2024, law enforcement officials seized approximately $2.7 million worth of property in 230 seizures.