June 6, 2026
February 2026
Care Connection requests public comment on FY27 Area Plan
Care Connection for Aging Services is soliciting public comment on its Area Plan for July 2026 – June 2027. The plan includes detailed data, specific goals, and actionable strategies designed to expand and sustain the agency’s services, ensuring the agency meets the needs of the growing older adult population. The plan also ensures compliance with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) guidelines and the Older Americans Act, while prioritizing those with the greatest social and economic needs.
Apply online for MDC spring managed turkey hunts starting Feb. 1
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds hunters that Missouri youth, archery, and firearms turkey hunters can apply online for 2026 spring turkey managed hunts during February at mdc.mo.gov/ springturkeyhunts.
SF girls nab consolation side victory at Slater Wildcat Classic
After the Brunswick loss to open the Wildcat Classic, the Lady Chiefs took on Pilot Grove on the left side of the bracket. Santa Fe would prove too much for the Lady Tigers in this one, rolling to a 45-29 decision. The opening quarter netted 9 points for Santa Fe and 5 for Pilot Grove. Freshman Tynlee Koch hit a three and added a bucket, and Elise Michael, and Abbi Mueller also produced scores in the frame.
WCE RoundUp Foundation awards grants to help fund local projects
The first quarter 2026 RoundUp grants were recently presented to area groups and organizations. The following organizations and projects received funds: Helen’s House of Odessa received $3,500 to restock supplies and necessities.
SWCD announces poster contest
The Lafayette County Soil and Water Conservation District would like to invite 4th grade students in Lafayette County to participate in their annual Conservation poster contest. The theme for this year’s contest is “Soil. Where It All Begins.” Soil grows our food, filters our water, supports wildlife habitats, and provides the foundation for our communities. Without soil, there would be no farms, forests, or places for humans and animals to thrive. Soil is such an important part of our ecosystem!
Learn to sell at farmers markets
If you have always wanted to sell produce and other goods at the local farmers market, but you didn’t know where to begin, University of Missouri Extension can help, says MU Extension horticulture specialist Matthew Huchteman.
Shepherd’s Food Pantry 2025 update
The staff at Shepherd’s Food Pantry would like to give an update on the 2025 outreach.
Hazel Hill Club to meet Feb. 12
Hazel Hill Community Club met on Thursday, Jan. 8 at Thomas Hall at 1 p.m. Cathy Rogge and Lois Graf were the hostesses. Other members present were: Audrey Campbell, Anna Mae Closterman, Mary Ellen Kitchen, Pat Maycock, Shirley Maycock, Diane Schmidt, Lois Schmidt and Lolly Schmidt.
One more thing
Last week, Main Street Media sold the remaining newspapers of our Missouri division.