People & Living

Ace Gene Barnhart Jayden and James Barnhart of Rock Port, Missouri, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Ace Gene Barnhart. Ace was born February 5, 2026, at  Continue Reading »

The farmers market operated by Richard and Helen Burkey in Tarkio will open for the 2026 season starting in April. The market is located at the Burkey residence, right before  Continue Reading »

The Fairfax Easter Egg Hunt will be held Saturday, March 28, at 1:00 p.m. in the city park. If you would like to donate treats, an Easter account has been  Continue Reading »

Submitted by Maria Reed, Administrator Only three more weeks until Spring! February was full of fun and love. Join us in thanking our February Meal Champions! Women on a Mission,  Continue Reading »

A Court of Honor ceremony held last week recognized Tarkio Boy Scouts Bo Peregrine and Isaac Vette as having attained the rank of Eagle Scout. Becoming an Eagle Scout takes  Continue Reading »

Atchison County Traveling Day Camp will be back again this summer! The Good News Church in Tarkio, Missouri, will be the host for this year’s Traveling Day Camp through Heartland  Continue Reading »

By Cindy Walker Burton It was a sultry summer evening in Destin, Florida, in the year 2013. Back then, I was a perpetually tan beach fan and longtime resident of  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: apple juice (64 oz.), saltine crackers, cake mixes (chocolate or white), soups (cream of mushroom, chicken  Continue Reading »

Submitted by Pastor David Shadinger, Rock Port and Watson United Methodist Churches What makes a good, fulfilling, happy life? According to the longest-running scientific study of happiness – an 80-year  Continue Reading »

Following a winter break, Joy Seekers grief support group will reconvene Thursday, April 9, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Rock Port United Methodist Church. The group meets the  Continue Reading »

Congratulations to Ryder Herron on winning his second consecutive state championship at the State Wrestling Tournament! We’re proud of all our athletes! WCF SOF The Rock Port High School girls’  Continue Reading »