July 12, 2026
Santa Fe Times News
Lafayette County answers questions about Senior Real Estate Tax Credit
Missouri Commissioners passed an ordinance authorizing a property tax credit pursuant to Senate Bill 190 and Senate Bill 756 and § 137.1050, RSMo. to provide property tax relief on senior citizens’ primary residence on April 2nd, 2025, as Ordinance #25-01. The County has compiled answers to frequently asked questions regarding the status of the Senior Real Estate Tax Credit, its implementation requirements, and the potential effects on taxpayers and local districts.
Waverly Police Department receives grant from MFA Oil Foundation
The Waverly Police Department is proud to announce it has been awarded a $1,200 grant from the MFA Oil Foundation to support the development of a local emergency disaster and mass casualty response trailer. The funding will be used to purchase critical supplies that will be housed within the trailer and deployed during large-scale emergencies.
SF students visit Blind Pony Hatchery
On March 30, the Santa Fe students in the 8th grade Exploratory Ag class visited Blind Pony Hatchery in Sweet Springs.
Apply now for LRHC Auxiliary scholarship
The Lafayette Regional Health Center Auxiliary is offering $1,000 scholarships to eligible students.
Marshall Philharmonic Orchestra to present season finale
The Marshall Philharmonic Orchestra will present its season finale on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. in the Harold L. Lickey Auditorium at Bueker Middle School, under the direction of Kevin L. Lines, conductor; Jordan Summers, Associate Conductor; and Steve Litwiller, Assistant Conductor.
Lafayette County Democratic Central Committee meeting
The Lafayette County Democratic Central Committee and Club will convene on Sunday, April 12 at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Fairground Park Administration Building (801 West 29th Street, Higginsville).
April 7 Municipal Election results
On Tuesday, April 7, Lafayette County held a Municipal election with polling locations open from 6 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Santa Fe Community Planner
Upcoming events for the Santa Fe area.
Missouri Green Sales Tax Holiday will be April 19-25
The Show Me Green Sales Tax Holiday returns this spring giving Missourian’s the opportunity to save money on select purchases while stimulating economic activity in the state.