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Kiwanis Club makes donations to Fairfax R-3 School

Written on September 2, 2025

  Fairfax R-3 School Superintendent Dr. Jason McDowell, left, accepts a check for $700 from Bob Alldredge, treasurer of Fairfax Kiwanis Club, right. The donation is for equipment needs for  Continue Reading »

CH-F welcomes nerve/spine doctor

Written on September 2, 2025

Community Hospital-Fairfax in Fairfax, Missouri, has announced a partnership with Dr. John McClellan to bring an orthopedic nerve and spine specialty clinic to our community. Dr. John McClellan is a  Continue Reading »

Fundraiser to benefit Union Cemetery

Written on September 2, 2025

Union Cemetery, an old family cemetery, is located in the very northwest corner of Atchison County, Missouri. Care and upkeep is done on a volunteer basis by Greg and Leslie  Continue Reading »

T.M. Wharton Blue Jay Classic

Written on September 2, 2025

Dr. Aron Burke shows Aidan the way as he tees off on number 9 in a downpour and manages to hang on to his club.   Mark McMahon rolls up  Continue Reading »

Irvine retires with 40 years of service

Written on September 2, 2025

Sheriff Andrew Riley presents Steve Irvine with a plaque and a decanter set. They also retired his weapon.   As well wishers stopped by and visited with Steve Irvine they  Continue Reading »

Atchison County Library to host Teen Movie in the Park

Written on August 26, 2025

The Atchison County Library will host a Teen Movie in the Park at Fairfax Friday, August 29, at 6:00 p.m. The movie will be “When the Game Stands Tall.”

2025 T.M. Wharton Blue Jay Classic Aug. 31

Written on August 26, 2025

The 2025 T.M. Wharton Blue Jay Classic will be held Sunday, August 31, at the Rock Port Golf & Country Club. The Blue Jay Classic Golf tournament began in 2010.  Continue Reading »

Fun events at KG Buds Designs By Jay

Written on August 26, 2025

KG Buds Designs By Jay and the Atchison County Library are joining forces to present a fun-filled flower arranging class at the Fairfax flower shop. Come learn a new skill  Continue Reading »

ACDC annual meeting Wednesday, Sept. 10

Written on August 26, 2025

The Atchison County Development Corporation (ACDC) invites you to attend the 2025 annual meeting on Wednesday, September 10, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Velma Houts Building in Rock  Continue Reading »

Tarkio Parks & Rec raising funds for tennis and pickleball court resurfacing

Written on August 26, 2025

Tarkio Parks and Rec is in a pickle! The tennis and pickleball courts at Hwy. 59 and Maple Street are in need of some serious love and the local organization  Continue Reading »

Subscription sale for new subscriptions to the Atchison County Mail

Written on August 26, 2025

Now is the time for you to buy a subscription to the Atchison County Mail. A subscription sale for new subscribers only is taking place now through September 15. All  Continue Reading »

Pocket sports schedules

Written on August 26, 2025

East Atchison and Rock Port junior high and high school sports schedules are available at local businesses in Atchison County. The schedules will include girls’ golf matches, volleyball games, football  Continue Reading »

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