June 5, 2026
Santa Fe Times
Easter Coloring Contest now open
The 12th annual Santa Fe Times Easter coloring contest is now open to area kids age 12 & under!
Missing child incident in Waverly
On March 31, 2026, at approximately 8:48 p.m., the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a missing 6-year-old boy in Waverly. According to a release from the…
Man convicted of statutory rape sentenced
Lafayette County Prosecuting Attorney Kristen Hillbrener announces that Martin Constante, Jr, 38, of Lexington, Missouri was convicted on February 5 of two counts of statutory rape and one count of possession of child pornography, along with two other felonies.
County Commissioners discuss use tax ballot issue
A question regarding reallocation of the county’s use tax that will appear on the April 7 ballot was a topic of discussion at last week’s Lexington City Council meeting, a public hearing last Wednesday at the county courthouse, and a meeting of county mayors and County Commissioners last Thursday night at City Hall.
HCC to host area-wide Easter egg hunt
This Easter weekend, HCC Network is holding a “Hop Around the Block” Easter event for the communities they serve. Residents of Buckner, Carrollton, Concordia, Lexington and Waverly are invited to…
Santa Fe R-X to hold second Town Hall meeting regarding preservation of rural schools
The Santa Fe R-X school district will hold a second town hall meeting on Wednesday, April 1, with the topic of preserving rural schools and communities. Educational attorney Duane Martin…
Hazel Hill Community Club turns 75
Club HistorianHazel Hill was a busy, happy place for school children in our community until the year 1950, after the state’s decision to send our country children to school in town. Our school house stood lonely and empty.
Auditor issues compilation of law enforcement federal forfeiture reports
On March 17, Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick released his office’s compilation of 2025 federal forfeiture reports. Law enforcement agencies that participate in the federal asset forfeiture system must file information regarding federal seizures and proceeds with the State Auditor’s Office.
Hall named HHC Team Member of the Month
Kim Hall, of Concordia
Use IRS Free File to file your return at no cost
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