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SUMMARY:Fairfax Farmers Market to begin in May
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE THE MONTH CHANGE: \nThe first Fairfax Farmer’s Market of 2026 will be held in May\, from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon on Main Street. Vendors are welcome to stay until 1:00 p.m. to catch the lunch crowd. There is no fee to set up a stand\, but you must supply your own canopy\, tables\, and chairs. There will be weekly regular vendors as well as other featured sellers who will make an occasional appearance. \nThe Atchison County Library will also have two carts overflowing with books (25¢ each)\, audiobooks (25¢ each)\, movies ($1)\, and magazines  (free) available from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Whether you’re a reader who loves romance\, western\, nonfiction\, mystery\, or more – the library has you covered! There will be table books and antique books for decorating or crafts\, magazines with recipes or great pictures for projects. \nStay tuned for more information once we get closer to May.
URL:https://farmerpublishing.com/event/fairfax-farmers-market-to-begin-this-friday/
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SUMMARY:Burkeys to reopen farmers market in Tarkio
DESCRIPTION: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 the curve as you head south out of Tarkio at 20564 U.S. Hwy. 59 (use the north driveway). They will be open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. \nThe Burkeys have purchased a refrigerated truck\, which will keep the food that needs to stay cool fresh. As the fruit and vegetable seasons progress\, the Burkeys will be selling watermelons\, cantaloupes\, cabbages\, tomatoes\, and peaches. They also have average to large sized\, farm fresh eggs gathered daily. Besides eggs\, fruits and vegetables\, the Burkeys also plan to have fishing equipment and antiques for sale on the property. For more information\, call or text 660-528-3011 or 660-528-2481.
URL:https://farmerpublishing.com/event/burkeys-to-reopen-farmers-market-in-tarkio/
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SUMMARY:“Stay Strong\, Stay Healthy” classes to begin May 4
DESCRIPTION: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 energized and connected as you increase your overall fitness\, flexibility\, and balance. Build muscle and increase bone density to reduce frailty\, osteoporosis and the risk of falls. Classes include warm-up exercises\, strengthening exercises using hand and ankle weights\, and cool-down stretches. Weight equipment will be provided \nThe group will meet from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the United Methodist Church in Rock Port. The first week\, classes will be Monday\, May 4\, and Wednesday\, May 6. Classes will continue on Tuesdays and Thursdays\, with the exception of the final week\, which will be Monday\, June 22\, and Friday\, June 26. \nThe classes are free. The $60 class fee has been covered by grant funding from Young at Heart Resources for those age 60 and older. \nPre-registration is required. To register\, scan the QR code or call the Nodaway County Extension Office at 660-582-8101. \n \n 
URL:https://farmerpublishing.com/event/stay-strong-stay-healthy-classes-to-begin-may-4/
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SUMMARY:Fairfax hosting 106th annual Alumni Banquet May 15
DESCRIPTION:The 106th annual Fairfax High School Alumni Banquet will be held Saturday\, May 15\, 2026\, at 7:00 p.m. in the high school gym (pictures of honored classes will be taken at 6:30 p.m.). Reservations can be made by contacting Aleesha Lemar\, 660-920-9040. Reservation payments of $15 per person can be mailed to Aleesha Lemar at 17825 390th Street\, Graham\, MO 64455. Reservations may also be made at KG Buds in Fairfax. Please provide your name\, the number of people attending (to include you)\, and graduating class years.
URL:https://farmerpublishing.com/event/fairfax-hosting-106th-annual-alumni-banquet-may-15/
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SUMMARY:The Gas Spot hosting fundraiser for CH-F
DESCRIPTION:The Gas Spot is hosting a fundraiser for Community Hospital-Fairfax’s hospital bed replacement campaign. On Saturday\, May 16\, $1 from every transaction at The Gas Spot location at 401 U.S. Hwy. 59 in Fairfax\, Missouri\, will be donated to Community Hospital-Fairfax. \nInitiated by Carol Mears\, store manager\, the single-day fundraiser is planned for the final day of National Hospital Week. Any purchase made on May 16\, including fuel\, lottery\, and 21+ products\, will count toward InConvenience\, Inc.’s $1 per transaction donation. \n“Fairfax has supported us from the moment we opened our doors\, and we believe communities should support the people and places that take care of them\,” said Tiffany Fraley\, CEO of InConvenience\, Inc. “Community Hospital-Fairfax is more than a hospital\, it’s peace of mind for this town. If everyone just stops in for gas\, snacks\, pizza\, or their everyday errands\, those $1 donations can stack up fast and make a real impact.” \n“The May 16 fundraiser is a creative way for the community to show support while doing their ordinary Saturday errands\,” says Lindsay Griffith\, Marketing and Community Engagement Manager for InConvenience\, Inc. “We hope folks come in that Saturday to top off their fuel\, pick up snacks for the week\, or take a pizza home. They’ll be doing good just by stopping in\, whether it’s for a special treat or just something on their shopping list.” \nCommunity Hospital-Fairfax is a rural critical access hospital with a 24-hour emergency room. “This hospital is the lynchpin of medical care for this community\,” says Kris Umbarger\, Director of Marketing and Community Healthcare Foundation for Community Hospital-Fairfax. “It’s the only hospital in two counties.” Currently using beds from before their 2010 move into their current space\, Umbarger explained that patient comfort is a priority this year. With digital hospital beds costing around $8\,900\, and labor and delivery beds costing $23\,000\, Umbarger says this initiative may take 5-10 years to complete. \nCarol Mears has been the store manager of the Fairfax location since its re-opening in 2024\, which averages 267 transactions per day. The Fairfax Gas Spot location serves Wingman pizza\, chicken\, sandwiches\, and sides\, in addition to standard convenience store offerings. Under Mears’ leadership\, the Fairfax Gas Spot frequently leads prepared food sales in all 20 Gas Spot locations. \nFor further information about this fundraiser and other community engagement endeavors\, email lindsay@inconvenienceinc.com. \nInConvenience\, Inc. is a women-led company operating 20 C-stores\, focusing on providing convenience to customers\, opportunities for employees\, and support to communities through grassroots approaches and unwavering convictions\, all while maintaining a sense of humor and humility. The company’s mission is to be a reliable partner in their customers’ daily lives with a commitment to value\, innovation and ethical operations in a clean and safe environment.
URL:https://farmerpublishing.com/event/the-gas-spot-hosting-fundraiser-for-ch-f/
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SUMMARY:Bike rodeo to be held May 16
DESCRIPTION:The Rock Port Police Department and the Atchison County Health Department will sponsor a bike rodeo Saturday\, May 16\, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. The event will be held at 500 South Main Street in Rock Port. Cyclists will learn skills building. There will also be snacks and giveaways\, including a 14” bike with training wheels\, and a 20” bike. Kids will have fun\, learn some new skills\, and have a chance to win a new bike!
URL:https://farmerpublishing.com/event/bike-rodeo-to-be-held-may-16/
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SUMMARY:Westboro Wildcats Alumni 2026
DESCRIPTION:The alumni of Westboro High school or those who attended the school are invited to the 128th meeting Saturday\, May 16\, at 12:00 noon at the Westboro Fire Station (at the west end of Main Street). Dinner will be catered and the cost is $12.00 per person. \nHonored classes are: 1946\, 1956\, and 1966. The gathering is open to those who attended Westboro School. Spouses and guests are also welcome. Call for reservations (please call as an accurate count is needed for the caterer): Carol Kirkpatrick\, 660-984-5416 or cell 816-341-1176; or Bev Clinkingbeard\, 660-623-9110.
URL:https://farmerpublishing.com/event/westboro-wildcats-alumni-2026/
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SUMMARY:Ride Your Bike to School Day
DESCRIPTION:The Rock Port Police Department will hold Ride Your Bike to School Day Tuesday\, May 19. Students will meet at Blue Jay Stadium with their bikes at 7:15 a.m. and the bike ride will start at 7:30 a.m. The Rock Port Police Department will lead the ride and assist with traffic control. \nFamilies are encouraged to ride along. Riders may join at any point along the route\, which will take Cass Street\, Water Street\, and West Calhoun Street. Stride\, pedal\, glide or roll along! \nFor more information\, contact City Hall at 660-744-2636.
URL:https://farmerpublishing.com/event/ride-your-bike-to-school-day/
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SUMMARY:Free Kids’ Summer Meals
DESCRIPTION: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. The program begins May 20. \nThis year they are taking the program a step further by introducing a brand‑new delivery option through the Fairfax Library. \nThanks to a collaboration with the library\, families can now pre‑order a meal each Tuesday\, Wednesday\, and Thursday and pick it up at the library from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. \nTo secure a spot\, call 660-736-5725 during the ordering window. Meals are reserved on a first‑come\, first‑served basis\, so be sure to call in advance. \nThe Tarkio Nutrition Center is looking forward to seeing smiling faces enjoying hearty\, balanced meals that keep kids energized for their summer adventures!
URL:https://farmerpublishing.com/event/free-kids-summer-meals-to-include-fairfax-library-delivery-this-year/
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SUMMARY:THS Alumni Banquet May 23
DESCRIPTION:The Tarkio High School Alumni Banquet will be held Saturday\, May 23\, 2026. Social hour will be from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. (Photos of honored classes will be taken at 5:30 p.m.) A business meeting will start at 6:00 p.m.\, followed by a dinner\, catered by Horseshoe Cafe and Catering. The menu will include roast beef or chicken breasts with mashed potatoes and veggies. \nTickets to attend the banquet are $25 each and may be purchased at the Flower Mill and Farmers State Bank in Tarkio or on Venmo @Tarkio Alum. Please provide your name\, those attending\, and class years.
URL:https://farmerpublishing.com/event/ths-alumni-banquet-may-23/
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SUMMARY:High Creek Cemetery Memorial Day Tea
DESCRIPTION:The annual Memorial Day Tea will be held Sunday\, May 24\, 2026\, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the High Creek Church (15824 State Hwy. B\, Watson\, Missouri). This event is held inside the church\, so should there be sunshine or rain\, you will be free from the elements. You can expect the usual wide variety of cookies along with tea\, coffee\, and water. \nEveryone is welcome to come in and sit a spell and visit with whomever is there. Take a minute to catch up on the news or share a memory or two\, rest those tired feet\, and refresh the body with goodies before continuing on your day. If you wish\, bring your lawn chair and sit under the shade trees. \nAs a reminder\, all flowers not in permanently mounted vases\, flags\, decorations\, solar lights\, and mementoes must be removed by Monday\, June 8\, 2026. \nMembers of the High Creek Cemetery Association hope to see you Sunday\, May 24\, at the church on the cemetery grounds. Everyone is welcome.
URL:https://farmerpublishing.com/event/high-creek-cemetery-memorial-day-tea/
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SUMMARY:RPHS Alumni Banquet
DESCRIPTION:The Rock Port High School Alumni Banquet will be held Saturday\, May 30\, 2026\, at 2:00 p.m. in the high school gym. Honor class pictures will be taken at 1:45 p.m. (oldest to youngest). Light refreshments and bottled water will be served. Free-will donations will be taken at the door. No reservations are required. \nThis year’s honor classes are: 70 year – Class of 1956\, 60 year – Class of 1966\, 50 year – Class of 1976\, 40 year – Class of 1986\, 30 year – Class of 1996\, 25 year – Class of 2001\, 20 year – Class of 2006\, 10 year – Class of 2016\, Graduates – Class of 2026. All RPHS alumni and guests are welcome and encouraged to attend. \nMembers of the Alumni Banquet Committee are: Lynn (Bailey) Hunter\, Marlene (Walter) Demott\, Malisa (Groff) Linthicum\, Jennifer (Umbarger) Vogler\, and Eric Chamberlain. They look forward to seeing you at this year’s banquet!
URL:https://farmerpublishing.com/event/rphs-alumni-banquet-2/
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SUMMARY:Atchison County Traveling Day Camp
DESCRIPTION: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 Camps as they bring a Christ-centered day camp experience to our communities. \nThis year’s camp will be the week of June 15-19. (Note: the wrong dates were listed in the February 26 issue.) Students who will have completed K-6 for the 2025-2026 school year are encouraged to register. There is no fee to attend this camp. Camp hours are daily from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Registration is open now\, and space is limited to 84 campers. Go online to heartlandcamps.org/atchison-county and then just click on the “register here” button. You can also scan the QR code at the end of this article. For more information\, call The Good News Church at 660-736-4602 or email twchurch@tarkio.net. \nThis camp is brought to you by the partnership of Fairfax Methodist Church\, Good News Church of Tarkio\, Rock Port United Methodist Church\, and Westboro Methodist Church.
URL:https://farmerpublishing.com/event/atchison-county-traveling-day-camp/
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