People & Living

Speaker Karen Gettert Shoemaker will present a program, “Behind the Meaning of Names” Thursday, May 7, 2026. The event will begin at 7:00 p.m. at Morton-James Public Library Kimmel Gallery,  Continue Reading »

If you are interested in unlocking the joy of strength training, join the “Stay Strong, Stay Healthy” Level 1 group sessions in a fun and supportive environment. Feel stronger, more  Continue Reading »

OATS Transit offers regular transportation services to rural residents of any age. Call 816-279-3131 or 800-831-9219 to schedule a ride or find out about services in your area. You can  Continue Reading »

Tarkio/Westboro/Fairfax Food Pantry The Tarkio/Westboro/Fairfax Food Pantry is currently low on the following items: grape juice (64 oz.), saltine crackers, cereal, brownie mix, soups (cream of mushroom, chicken noodle, tomato,  Continue Reading »

Submitted by Pastor Brad Dush, Fairfax Methodist Church Another parable that Jesus told, found in Matthew 13:33 and Luke 13:20-21, is the story of the Leaven. If you have not  Continue Reading »

Join the Community Blood Center and Tarkio Technology Institute in saving a life with a blood donation Thursday, May 7. From 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., donate blood in the  Continue Reading »

Tarkio Rotarian Johnnie Davis gave fellow Rotarians an update on good things happening at Tarkio Tech during the Rotary meeting April 14, 2026. The roof on Rankin Hall is scheduled  Continue Reading »

An open house for the re-created Edna O’Dell paintings, the World War II newspapers, and the David Rankin/Tarkio Museum will be held Tuesday, May 16 at 5:00 p.m. in Thompson  Continue Reading »

The Tarkio Nutrition Center has announced that the Kids’ Summer Meals program is returning for another season of nutritious, hot lunches – completely free for every child in the community.  Continue Reading »

Play Mahjong every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. at the Tarkio Nutrition Center, located at 421 Main Street. Everyone is welcome to learn and play the game or just enjoy the  Continue Reading »

By Cindy Walker Burton During the 2020 Covid pandemic, a subtle yet surging clothing trend emerged. It was christened Cozy Core (aka Comfy Core): a cultural aesthetic movement prioritizing comfort  Continue Reading »

April 26, 1951 • City officials belive that someone is deliberately draining mains into the sewers. For weeks, water pressure has been getting away mysteriously. It is estimated that some  Continue Reading »