August 26, 2026
Santa Fe Times News
Carrollton man charged for murder of his grandmother
At the request of the Carrollton, MO Police Department, the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control is investigating a homicide which occurred on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
Supper Out
Community Ministries of Waverly hosts Supper Out the last Tuesday of the month, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at various locations. Everyone is invited for eat-in or carry-out of a home-cooked meal. Come as you are and enjoy the fellowship. Donations are accepted, but NOT required. Schedule is subject to change.
Lafayette County Democrats hold meeting
The Lafayette County Democratic Central Committee and Club had a large turnout for the April 12 meeting in Higginsville.
Register now for Waverly VBS
Registration is now open for the Waverly Community VBS!
Lafayette County waste collection event planned in Odessa
On Saturday, May 9, Lafayette County residents are invited to participate in a Community Cleanup Recycling/Waste Collection event, with items accepted at the Odessa Community Building (601 W. Main St., Odessa) from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Blackburn resident in accident
On Saturday, April 25, a Blackburn resident was involved in an accident in Lafayette County.
WCE RoundUp Foundation awards grants to help fund local projects
The second quarter 2026 RoundUp grants were recently presented to area groups and organizations. The following organizations and projects received funds:
Join MDC May 16 for virtual program on invasive plants
Spring brings new growth in greenery all around us. Unfortunately, not all greenery is good for Missouri. Non-native plants don’t belong here and they’re causing serious damage to local habitats from backyards to fields and forests.
SF graduates complete EMT training course
Two Santa Fe graduates recently completed an EMT training course through the Pettis County Ambulance District.
SF FFA members attend State Convention
The 98th Missouri FFA Convention was held Wednesday, April 15, to Friday, April 17, at Mizzou Arena in Columbia. Twenty-four Santa Fe FFA members and their Advisor Martha Schreiman attended the event.