February 2026

Lorene Clara Reyna
Lorene Clara (Fischer) Reyna went home to our dear Lord, on Monday, Jan. 26, 2026.

Ethel Lorraine Beatie
Ethel Lorraine Beatie, age 88, of Warsaw, passed away Friday, Jan. 30, 2026, at her home.
Roger Donald Riley
Roger Donald Riley (Don to his friends and Boompa to his grandchildren, greatgrandchildren and their friends), was born Aug. 29, 1926, and peacefully passed away on Jan. 18, 2026 at the age of 99.
Elsie Elaine Tieman
Elsie Elaine (Klussman) Tieman, age 90 of Higginsville, formerly of Corder, died on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026, at the Meyer Care Center in Higginsville.
Robert Allen Hemme
Robert “Robbie” Allen Hemme, 55, of Concordia, died Monday, Feb. 2, 2026, at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, surrounded by his family.
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 eatin 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.
Feb. 9-13 Santa Fe Menus
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
DESE accepting nominations for Missouri Teacher of the Year
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) is now accepting nominations for Regional Teacher of the Year. This is the first step for an educator to become the 2027 Missouri Teacher of the Year.
The Beat: The more you know, the more you grow
Chief of Police, Waverly PD

Santa Fe takes on the classic, matches up with the Mules
After a short winter weather delay, the 45th annual Slater Wildcat Classic fired up last week on Tuesday night for girl’s action, and Wednesday night for the boys. Santa Fe was in the house to take on the Carrollton Trojans of the MRVCE, for the late game on 1-28-26. Originally slated for a 9 p.m. start, the game began early. The two teams had met previously back in December with CHS notching a 75-51 win at home.
