July 12, 2026
Santa Fe Times News
Northwest announces spring graduates
On June 4, the Office of the Registrar and the Graduate School at Northwest Missouri State University have released the names of students who completed requirements for degrees at the conclusion of the 2026 spring semester. Undergraduate students graduating with honors are designated with asterisks as follows: *** Summa Cum Laude (cumulative GPA of 3.95 to 4.0 on a 4.0 scale) ** Magna Cum Laude (cumulative GPA of 3.75 to 3.94) * Cum Laude (cumulative GPA of 3.50 to 3.74) Local students named on the list are as follows.
Hazel Hill Community Club plans trip to Lyceum Theatre
The Hazel Hill Community Club met at 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 14, at Thomas Hall. Diane Schmidt and Cathy Rogge were hostesses. Other members in attendance were: Audrey Campbell, Anna Mae Closterman, Mary Ellen Kitchen, Shirley Maycock, Mary Salyer, Lois Schmidt and Lolly Schmidt.
Miss Corder Pageant seeking entrants
The 2026 Miss Corder Pageant will be held on Friday, June 19, beginning at 6 p.m.
Juneteenth agenda announced
The Lafayette County Juneteenth Foundation Board proudly announces its agenda for the 2026 Juneteenth Celebration. The 2026 celebration will be held Friday, June 26, 2026 thru Sunday, June 28, 2026. Activities will be held in Higginsville and Lexington. The theme is “Freedom: Yesterday’s Legacy, Today’s Promise, and Tomorrow’s Hope!” Alcohol is not permitted. Everyone is welcome. Children under the age of 14 need to be accompanied by an adult.
Tieman-Blackburn auxiliary meets
Tieman-Blackburn American Legion Auxiliary met May 11, 2026, at 7 p.m. at the Legion Hall in Blackburn.
Missouri Hot Weather Law took effect June 1
The Missouri Public Service Commission reminds consumers that Missouri’s Hot Weather Law will be in effect from June 1 through September 30.
MFA Oil raises $100,000 to help fight hunger across Missouri
MFA Oil Company has raised $100,000 for Feeding Missouri, helping support hunger-relief efforts for families across the state.
Alma 4-H Club places poppies on graves
As part of their annual Memorial Day tradition, Alma 4-H Club members placed poppies on local graves.