June 6, 2026
Santa Fe Times News
Shepherd’s Food Pantry February update
For the month of February, the Shepherd’s Food Pantry served 350 families from the Tri-County region of Lafayette, Carroll and Saline Counties. This was 1,169 precious people: 527 adults, 362 children, 279 seniors.
MoDOT advises public to report toll fee scam texts
If you’re getting texts posing as MoDOT or the Missouri Department of Revenue threatening legal action if you don’t pay for “delinquent toll violations,” it’s a scam! Do not click any links. Report these texts online at https://reportfraud. ftc.gov and then delete them.
Marriage licenses
Area marriage licenses issued in Lafayette County: January Aaron Lee DinWiddie of Concordia to Charlee Kay Burton of Concordia.
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.
Accident on I-70 at Marshall Junction
On Sunday, March 15, a Lexington juvenile was injured in a one-vehicle accident in Saline County. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol crash report, the accident occurred at 10:54…
Commissioners meet with Special Road Districts
Monica Ritter, Lafayette County Northern Commissioner, made the following statement on her Facebook page last Wednesday regarding recent meetings with Special Road Districts to discuss the local use tax ballot issue.
Application period open for FCS Financial ‘Tractor Dash’
FCS Financial is gearing up to deliver appreciation directly to the cab as part of its 2026 Tractor Dash. Starting March 15, FCS Financial member-owners can register for the chance to have a hot meal delivered straight to their fields during the height of the busy season.
DELAYED: Striping to begin on U.S. Route 65 in Carroll and Livingston counties March 18
Capital Paving and Construction, LLC, working with the Missouri Department of Transportation, began a resurfacing project on U.S. Route 65 in Carroll and Livingston counties in April 2025. To complete…
Waverly Swim Club Piccadilly
On Saturday, March 7, the Waverly Swim Club held their 8th annual piccadilly fundraiser. This year the event was held at the Waverly Community Building with approximately 200 guests in attendance. The event included a meal catered by Holly Jenkins, 50/50 raffle, two liquor wagon raffles, and concluded with the piccadilly auction. This yearly event is the sole fundraiser that helps with overall expenses of the Waverly pool. Here, Willie Harlow announces winner numbers during the piccadilly with help from lifeguard Samantha Mueller. For more from this event, see page 4. (Santa Fe Times photo by Klarissa Olvera)
Alma 4-H Club Easter fun
On Thursday night, March 5, members of the Alma 4-H Club met at the Alma Communication building to create an Easter craft. Younger kids made Easter buntings and older members made mini wreaths. In front, working on a bunting: Charlie Schreiman. Seated on the couch, from left: Conner Stephens, Riley Schreiman, Colstyn Bergman receiving assistance from 4-H Leader Tiffany Bergman, Logan Lovercamp, Owen Ford. See more from this event on page 5. (Santa Fe Times photo by Klarissa Olvera)