People & Living

Rehearsals are in full swing at the Liberty Theatre for Disney’s “Descendants: The Musical.” Area actors, actresses, and musicians will showcase their talent in the musical, based on the popular  Continue Reading »

Tarkio and Fairfax Free summer meals for all kids and teens are available weekdays through the Kids’ Summer Meals program. The Tarkio Nutrition Center, located at 412 Main Street in  Continue Reading »

The month of June has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look at some that helped to shape the world in June 1926. • The  Continue Reading »

The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in Atchison County for the week of June 8-14. There may  Continue Reading »

The Tarkio Rotary Club held its annual golf tournament Tuesday morning, June 2, 2026, at the Tarkio Golf Course. It was a gorgeous day for a round of 18 holes.  Continue Reading »

Gage McAdams and Emma Derr will be married Saturday, July 11, 2026, at White Iron Ridge in Smithville, Missouri. Emma is the daughter of Abby and Chad Derr and Gage  Continue Reading »

Watkins graduates from TSU Truman State University held spring commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 9. Aubrey Watkins, Rock Port, graduated Magna Cum Laude (with a grade point average between 3.75-3.89). Truman  Continue Reading »

Flag Day is commemorated each year in the United States on June 14. Though Flag Day is not an official federal holiday, the day remains significant nonetheless, as it traces  Continue Reading »

OATS Transit is currently offering regular transportation services to the rural general public of any age. To schedule a ride or to inquire about services available in your area, please  Continue Reading »

Linden Christian Church in northern Atchison County had a wonderful turnout for its annual Cowboy Church Sunday, June 7, 2026. Some even rode their horses in. Everyone enjoyed a great  Continue Reading »

Youth at St. John’s Lutheran Church near Westboro, Missouri, had an Alaskan adventure at this summer’s Vacation Bible School True North: Trusting Jesus in a Wild World. Around 60 kids  Continue Reading »

Rock Port Food Pantry The Rock Port Ministerial Alliance Food Pantry is low on the following items: saltine crackers, peas, carrots, spinach, mixed vegetables, mashed potatoes, Minute Rice, chili, pancake  Continue Reading »