October 16, 2026
Santa Fe Times News
Fitzgibbon Hospital to change name
In a statement made on social media on Tuesday, Sept. 22, the American Medical Administrators, Inc. (AMA) announced that Fitzgibbon Hospital will become Missouri Valley Regional Medical Center, introducing a new identity that reflects the hospital’s next chapter and its continued commitment to providing highquality healthcare to Marshall and communities throughout the region.
State Board of Education meets in Jefferson City to review A-F Grade Card framework
The Missouri State Board of Education (State Board) met Sept. 15 to approve the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s (DESE) proposed A–F Grade Card Framework, consider the department’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2028 budget request, receive an update from St. Louis Public Schools (SLPS), and discuss additional matters.
Dining with Diabetes program
University of Missouri Extension is offering a free virtual Dining with Diabetes program for adults with diabetes or prediabetes who want to learn practical strategies for managing their health.
Blackburn Council reviews financials, discusses city cleanup
The regular meeting of the Blackburn Board of Aldermen was called to order at 7:04 p.m. at Blackburn City Hall.
No charges to be filed against deputy in fatal shooting of teen
The Lafayette County Sheriff’s Deputy who shot and killed an unarmed Lee’s Summit teen near Pittsville in May will not face criminal charges, according to numerous reports.
Sidewalk project near courthouse to start soon
Lafayette County Commissioners met recently with MoDOT approved contractor Green Haven Developments, LLC, and Howe Engineering to sign the acceptance documents for the county’s Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) grant project.
Waverly City Council approves updated handbook, receives clean audit report
Mayor Richard Dodson called the Sept. 8, 2026, meeting of the Waverly City Council to order at 6:30 p.m.
Corder sign recovered
After a brief jaunt into unknown territories, the 8’x3’ sign that was once attached to the “Welcome to Corder” display on the south side of Corder has been recovered.
Two area veterans selected as Grand Marshals of 2026 Jubilee parade
Article courtesy of the Waverly Jaycees