June 5, 2026
Santa Fe Times
Marriage licenses
Area marriage licenses issued in Lafayette County: January Aaron Lee DinWiddie of Concordia to Charlee Kay Burton of Concordia.
Missourians urged to ignore fraudulent ‘Final Enforcement Notice’ text messages
The Missouri Department of Revenue (DOR) is continuing to warn Missourians about ongoing scam text messages falsely claiming to be from the Missouri Department of Revenue or “Missouri DMV.” These fraudulent messages often state that the recipient has received a “Final Enforcement Notice” regarding overdue traffic tickets and threaten penalties if payment is not made immediately. The scam messages may reference a Missouri Administrative Code and claim that penalties will soon begin if the issue is not resolved. In many cases, the messages threaten suspension of vehicle registration, suspension of driving privileges, prosecution, and even damage to the recipient’s credit score.
Santa Fe R-X Board discusses MO Legislation, future of rural public education
Mrs. Martha Schreiman and members of her FFA officer team were present at the March 10, 2026 school board meeting to provide a meal, show gratitude and share highlights of their year. Following the meal, district administration shared their appreciation as well during the opening of the formal meeting. Present school board members for the Santa Fe R-X school district are: Russell Limback- President, Jennifer Hostetter- Vice President, Darren Wodrich-Secretary, Justin Schuster- Treasurer, Darrin Lilleman- Member, Tim Dierking- Member and Clay Michael- Member. “This district has been blessed with exemplary board operations and genuinely great people during my entire tenure, and prior to that and the Santa Fe school community is in debt for your selfless service to the kids, school and greater community,” shared Mr. Lark.
More than $12.7 million in prizes of $1,000 or more won in February
During the month of February, Missouri Lottery offices paid out more than $12.7 million in prizes of $1,000 or more.
School Menu
Santa Fe R-X and Trinity Lutheran School lunch menus for the week of March 23-27.
Reforming the juvenile justice system
As we reach the halfway point of the legislative session, we are proud of the progress made so far this year. Several bills have moved through committee, been debated on the Senate floor, and are now advancing to the Missouri House of Representatives.
Coffee with Commissioners
Over the past month, Lafayette County Commissioners have been travelling around the county to visit with residents in a series of meetings called “Coffee with the Commission.” On Tuesday, March 3, they visited The Gas Spot in Alma and met with approximately 30 guests. On Saturday, March 14, they visited Bridge Inn and chatted with about 15 guests. Here, commissioners gather before the Waverly meeting. From left: Northern Commissioner Monica Ritter, Presiding Commissioner Harold Hoflander, Southern Commissioner Michael Brown. ( Santa Fe Times photo by Klarissa Olvera)
Tieman-Blackburn auxiliary selects Girls State candidates, discusses upcoming events
The Tieman-Blackburn American Legion Auxiliary met Monday, March 9, 2026, at 7 p.m. at the Legion Hall in Blackburn.