April 1, 2026
Santa Fe Times News
Candidates needed for Silver Haired Legislature
Care Connection for Aging Services is seeking several older community members to represent and advocate for their peers about legislative issues that affect senior Missourians.
Stewardship conference
On Thursday, Feb. 5, the Santa Fe Agri-Leaders held their annual Ag Stewardship conference at the Concordia Community Center. The event featured three speakers and had a crowd of approximately 100 guests. Santa Fe and Concordia FFA members helped serve the meal, which was catered by Plow Boys BBQ. Here, speaker Jim Gerrish talks about grazing and livestock production. ( Santa Fe Times photo by Klarissa Olvera)
Apply now for Lafayette County Veterans Memorial brick
The Friends of the Lafayette County Veterans Memorial are proud to announce the launch of the Veterans Memorial Brick Program, an initiative designed to honor local veterans who have served our nation.
Auditor releases monthly reports on municipalities, special district financial information
On Feb. 4, Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick recently issued monthly reports detailing the compliance of municipalities and other political subdivisions with financial reporting laws.
MSHP: Beware of common cryptocurrency fraud tactics
The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control is warning the public about a growing number of cryptocurrency fraud cases reported across the state. Investigators have seen a considerable increase in scams often targeting older adults and other members of the public, resulting in significant financial losses.
PAT Valentine’s Dance
On Saturday, Feb. 7, the Santa Fe Parents as Teachers held a Valentine’s Family Dance at Santa Fe Elementary school. The event included snacks, music, dancing, coloring pages, books for storytime and various games and activities. Here, Hadley Boland dances with her mom, Brittany Boland while other guests gather around the refreshment table. ( Santa Fe Times photo by Klarissa Olvera)
News Briefs
Waverly Masonic Lodge #61 A.F. & A.M. will hold their annual Soup & Chili Dinner on Sunday, Feb. 15, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. The event will be held at the Waverly Christian Church Fellowship Hall for a free-will offering.
LRHC receives 2026 Women’s Choice Award
Lafayette Regional Health Center has been recognized as one of America’s Best Hospitals for Emergency Care by the Women’s Choice Award.
Sherman College of Chiropractic President’s List
Sadie Limback of Alma, has been named to Sherman College of Chiropractic’s President’s List for the fall 2025 quarter. President’s List students have achieved a grade point average of 4.0 for the quarter.
Multiple closures scheduled on I-70, I-670
The Missouri Department of Transportation will close eastbound and westbound Interstate 70 between Routes AA/ BB (Exit 24 in Grain Valley) and Routes F/H (Exit 28 in Oak Grove) on Saturday, Feb. 14 at approximately 9 p.m., for the demolition of the Lefholz Rd. bridge over I-70 at mile marker 26. Access to the bridge will also close on Saturday, Feb. 14 at approximately 9 p.m.