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Atchison County Battle of the Books
2026-03-25 15:30 - 18:00 UTC
Teams of fourth through sixth graders from all three school districts in Atchison County will vie for title of champion and the most knowledgeable of the 12 Mark Twain Award books they are quizzed about at Battle of the Books, Wednesday, March 25, at 4 p.m. at The Curnutt Center on the Tarkio Tech campus. Snacks and prizes will be handed out to the participants.

Fairfax Methodist Church Fish & Chicken Fry
2026-03-21 17:00 - 19:00
The Fairfax Methodist Church will have a fish and chicken fry Saturday, March 21, 2026, at the Fairfax Community Room in the fire station. Serving will be 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. (or until they run out of food). The menu will include fish, chicken, fries, baked beans, coleslaw, and homemade desserts. Takeout will be available. Free-will donations will be accepted.
All proceeds will support the church’s partnership with Growing Hope Globally and the agricultural project they are sponsoring in Honduras.

Fairfax R-3 to hold Parent/Teacher Conferences March 19
2026-03-19 12:30 - 15:00
Fairfax R-3 School District will hold parent/teacher conferences Thursday, March 19. Walk-in conferences will be held from 12:30 to 3:00 p.m. in the teachers’ classrooms and those who have appointments will meet with teachers from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. If you wish to make an appointment, please call ahead of time at 660-686-2421 as teachers will only be in the building after 3:00 p.m. if they have a conference scheduled.
School will dismiss early on Thursday, March 19, and there will not be school on Friday, March 20 (it will be a teacher work day).

Spring sports to begin in Atchison County
2026-03-18 16:30 - 2026-03-30 16:00
Spring sports are starting up this week. Rock Port will participate in a baseball jamboree, hosted by East Atchison, Wednesday, March 18, at the Tarkio baseball field. The first game begins at 4:30 p.m. Both boys’ golf teams will compete at Mound City at 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 25. The EA Wolves’ first track meet will be Thursday, March 26, at Worth County at 3:30 p.m. and the Blue Jays’ first track meet will be Monday, March 30, at 4 p.m. at Mound City. Have a great season!

St. Patrick’s Day special to raise funds for Activities Fund
2026-03-17 11:00 - 13:30
Pleasant View Nursing Home will have a special event to raise funds for the Activities Fund. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Tuesday, March 17, with a Reuben, chips, and pickle spear for $12. Orders can be picked up at Pleasant View Nursing Home, 470 Rainbow Drive, Rock Port, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. RSVP to 660-744-6252 (and ask for Amy or Connie) to have an order ready to go when you arrive.

MU Extension to offer free, virtual class Dining With Diabetes
2026-03-16 10:00 - 2026-04-06 12:00
University of Missouri (MU) Extension is offering a healthy cooking class for individuals with diabetes. This free, virtual class called Dining with Diabetes will show participants how to make meals that are healthy, easy to prepare, and tasty. Recipes will be demonstrated.
Participants will also learn up-to-date information on nutrition, meal planning, and exercise and how to understand common diabetes-related medical tests. Recipes and a workbook will be provided for each participant.
The Dining with Diabetes course meets four consecutive weeks on Mondays, March 16, March 23, March 30, and April 6, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. The classes will be held virtually, with a Zoom link provided upon registration. The program is free, thanks to the Department of Health and Senior Services. To register, call Rachel Livesay at 816-324-3147, email rachellivesay@missouri.edu, or register online at https://pears.io/events/mu/4223/. Space is limited so register soon.

Audition for Liberty Theatre’s production of “Descendants: The Musical”
2026-03-15 15:00 - 2026-03-16 20:00
Liberty Theatre in Rock Port, Missouri, invites everyone ages sixth grade and up to come to the theatre on Sunday, March 15, and Monday, March 16, to audition for Disney’s “Descendants: The Musical.” Audition times are from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Sunday and 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday.
Audition materials will be provided. Not all roles require singing, but if you audition for a role that does, you must be prepared to sing at the audition. Young actors ages sixth grade and up, as well as adults, are needed to put on this “modern fantasy that explores the lives of troubled teens, whose parents just so happen to be well-known Disney villains.”
The production will be held Fridays and Saturdays, June 19, 20, 26, and 27, at 7:00 p.m. and Sundays, June 21 and 28, at 2:30 p.m. at the Liberty Theatre, located inside the Atchison County Memorial Building at 417 S. Main Street in Rock Port, Missouri.

Household hazardous waste collection site open March 14
2026-03-14 08:00 - 12:00
The Nodaway County Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection site will be open Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. The HHW collection site is located at the Nodaway County Maintenance Barn, 1516 East Halsey Street, Maryville, Missouri.
Brochures are available online at www.nwmorcog.org. Residents of Atchison, Gentry, Holt, Nodaway, and Worth counties are welcome to participate (ID required). There is no fee to drop off. It is free for residents only. No commercial or business waste can be accepted.
Examples of HHW include: household chemicals (bleach, ammonia, and cleaners) fertilizers, pesticides, brake fluid, transmission fluid, household waxes, Ni-cad, lithium, and lead acid batteries, compact fluorescent light bulbs, fluorescent tubes, antifreeze, oil base paint, and varnish. No latex paint accepted. Latex paint can be dried and put into the trash. Directions provided upon request.
Keep materials in the original container. Do not mix household hazardous wastes together.
For further information, contact Kirk Kopper at 660-582-5121 ext. 4 or email: solid@nwmorcog.org.

Mobile food pantry
2026-03-09 10:00 - 11:00
The next Second Harvest mobile food pantry in Atchison County will be Monday, March 9, 2026, at Rock Port High School, 600 S. Nebraska Street in Rock Port, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Vehicles should drive east on Calhoun Street along the north side of the school. Supplies are limited, but the food is free to the public. There are no income guidelines.

Tarkio Elementary Scholastic Book Fair
2026-03-09 07:00 - 2026-03-13 08:00
Tarkio Elementary School will host the Scholastic Spring Book Fair Monday, March 9, through Friday, March 13, 2026. The fair is open to Tarkio and the surrounding community.
The book fair helps the school promote learning while raising money to purchase new books and materials for the library. The library can also purchase books at half the retail cost and earn product vouchers for use in the Scholastic catalog as a reward for participation in book fair promotions and meeting sales goals.
The book fair will offer popular books and educational products for all ages. All are offered at reasonable prices, so that students can choose books that appeal to their personal interests and parents can add to home libraries. The fair is open Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and will close Friday, March 13, at 8:00 a.m.
Scholastic now offers an online shopping option. Every purchase earns rewards for your school. Go to the online fair at: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/tarkioelementaryschool1 click “Shop Now.” The online fair can also be accessed through the Tarkio R-I webpage. The online fair opens March 9 and runs through March 22. Books purchased online will be mailed directly to your address.
Book Fair eWallet is the easy way for students to shop the fair cash-free. It’s also easy for families to set up from your school’s book fair homepage. Family members can add funds with a credit card.
If you are interested in volunteering at the book fair, contact Tarkio Elementary at 660-736-4177.

CH-F Auxiliary to host chili/soup supper March 5
2026-03-05 16:30 - 19:00
Community Hospital-Fairfax Auxiliary members invite everyone to their annual chili/soup supper Thursday, March 5, 2026, in the Fairfax R-3 School Cafeteria in Fairfax, Missouri. From 4:30 to 7:00 p.m., dine on chili, soup, homemade cinnamon rolls, relishes, and drinks. Self carry-outs are available. Admission is: adults – $7; students – $5; and children under 4 – $3. Additional bowls of soup and cinnamon rolls are $3 each. All proceeds will help purchase hospital beds at Community Hospital-Fairfax.

Second annual Prom Project
2026-03-04 16:00 - 2026-03-07 16:00
Boundless Grace in Tarkio, Missouri, is gearing up to host the second annual Prom Project. This project provides an opportunity for students to shop for prom attire without the financial burden.
The shopping event will be held Wednesday through Friday, March 4, 5, and 6, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, March 7, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Boundless Grace, 402 Main Street. Prom dresses, men’s suits, dress pants, dress shirts, dress shoes, and accessories will be available on a first come, first served basis.
Boundless Grace is currently seeking donations of formal wear to expand their current selection and variety. These items may be dropped off at the Atchison County Library branch locations in Tarkio and Rock Port or with Mrs. Dara Spears at Tarkio High School. Another drop site option is with Melissa White at White Tee’s on Main Street in Tarkio. White Tee’s is open Monday and Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. You can also call Jami at 660-623-0161 to arrange drop-off or pick-up.
Boundless Grace is a not-for-profit created exclusively for charitable purposes, specifically to provide aid and support to the community.

ACDC to host community lunches
2026-03-04 12:00 - 2026-03-18 13:00
Atchison County Development Corporation (ACDC) is planning the annual community lunches. These complimentary lunches will provide you with updates on local projects, as well as ACDC’s current activities.
You are welcome at any of the following locations:
• Tarkio Nutrition Center, Wednesday, March 4, 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.
• River Rock Lanes in Rock Port, Wednesday, March 11, 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.
• Fairfax Fire Station Community Room, Wednesday, March 18, 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.
Please RSVP to ACDC at 660-744-6562 or acdc@atchisoncounty.org if you plan to attend.

Statewide tornado drill Wednesday at 11 a.m.
2026-03-04 10:30 - 12:00
Missouri Severe Weather Preparedness Week
Missouri’s 2026 statewide tornado drill will be held on Wednesday, March 4. This is an opportunity for Missourians to practice their sheltering plans and ensure readiness in case of a severe weather emergency while at home, work or school.
Sirens will be sounded at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 4, and notifications will be sent out through Everbridge.

Atchison County Fair Board Fish Fry March 1
2026-03-01 11:00 - 13:00
Make plans to attend the Atchison County Fair Board’s annual all-you-can-eat fish fry Sunday, March 1, at the Velma Houts Fair Building on the fairgrounds in Rock Port. Serving will be 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The menu will include catfish filets, chicken, cole slaw, baked beans, roll, and bottled water. To-go orders will be available as well as the normal eat in option. Adults are $12, ages 5-12 are $6, and kids 4 and under are free. There will also be a variety of silent auction items to bid on from generous donors in the county and surrounding area. Proceeds donated by the event help support the Atchison County Fair and its youth.

Tarkio and Fairfax FFA Chapters to thank supporters with breakfasts
2026-02-27 07:00 - 2026-02-28 10:00
If you are a business who has shown support to the Tarkio and Fairfax FFA Chapters, then you are invited to their supporters’ breakfasts.
Supporters of the Tarkio FFA Chapter are invited to a breakfast Friday, February 27, from 7:00 to 8:30 a.m. in the Tarkio Ag Building at THS. Eggs, pancakes, bacon, ham, sausage, hash browns, and juice/milk will be served.
Supporters of the Fairfax FFA Chapter are invited to a breakfast of pancakes, eggs, hash browns, bacon, sausage and more from 7:30 to 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 28, at the FACS/Ag building.
The meal is free to any business who has provided support to the chapters this past year through monetary donations, supplies, equipment usage, services, etc.

LEGO Night at the Atchison County Library
2026-02-24 17:00 - 18:00
Get ready to build, create, and imagine at LEGO Night! Join us at the library for an evening of hands-on fun where kids (and kids at heart!) can design their own masterpieces, tackle fun building challenges, and let their creativity shine.
Whether you’re a master builder or just love to stack bricks, there’s something for everyone. Bring a friend and come see what you can create!
The Atchison County Library can’t wait to build with you Tuesday, February 24, from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Rock Port Library.

Bingo at Rock Port Senior Center
2026-02-24 09:30 - 10:30
Bingo will only be held once a month during the winter months at the Rock Port Senior Center. The next Bingo games will be Tuesday, February 24 (weather permitting). Games start at 9:45 a.m. so you will have to enjoy a game or two with friends before lunch. The Rock Port Senior Center is located at 505 Country Club Drive.

Kids’ Korner enrollment
2026-02-23 07:30 - 15:00
Kids’ Korner Tarkio R-I Pre-school enrollment will be Monday, February 23, from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Packets are to be returned to the elementary office. Packets will not be accepted before February 23. Enrollment packets will be available for pickup beginning February 9 at the elementary office. You may pick up an enrollment packet anytime between 7:40 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Enrollment is based on order received, with 4-year-olds receiving spots before 3-year-olds. If you have any questions, contact the Tarkio Elementary office at 660-736-4177.

Fairfax Fire Dept. to hold fish and chicken fry Feb. 21
2026-02-21 17:00 - 19:00
The Fairfax Volunteer Fire Department will have a fish and chicken fry (catfish, carp, and chicken) Saturday, February 21, 2026, beginning at 5:00 p.m. at the Fairfax Community Room in the fire station. Free-will donations will be accepted for the dine-in or carry-out meal. (Phone orders must be placed by 5:30 p.m.) Delivery will be available for senior citizens living in town in Fairfax (call 660-686-2581).

Rock Port FFA hosting Pork Loin Dinner
2026-02-21 11:00 - 13:00
The Rock Port FFA Chapter invites the community to a Pork Loin Dinner Saturday, February 21, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Velma Houts Fair Building in Rock Port.

East Atchison Winter Homecoming
2026-02-19 17:00 - 21:00
Due to winter weather, the East Atchison Winter Homecoming festivities scheduled for Friday, January 23, were postponed. The basketball games against Stewartsville/Osborn have been rescheduled to Wednesday, February 18, at Fairfax. Homecoming royalty will be crowned Thursday, February 19, following the games against North Andrew at the Tarkio Activity Center (TAC). Games will begin at 5 p.m. The third grade parachute routine will be held at halftime of the girls’ varsity game that night (February 19th).

NHS hosting blood drive Feb. 18
2026-02-18 13:00 - 18:00
Make plans to give a life saving donation February 18 at the Tarkio Activity Center. The Tarkio High School Chapter of National Honor Society will be hosting a Community Blood Center blood drive that day from 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the TAC, located at 110 N. 13th Street.
You can book a donation time by visiting https://donate.savealifenow.org/…/drive_schedule/86383 or call Tarkio High School at 660-736-4118 and ask to speak with Ellie Graves.

Learn more about Missouri owls during MDC webinars
2026-02-17 18:30 - 2026-02-19 11:30
Owls are hooting in anticipation of nesting season, and the public is invited to tune into upcoming webinars to learn more.
Join the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) for two Owls of Missouri virtual programs from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 17, and 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, February 19.
Register for the February 17 program at mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/215201.
Register for the February 19 program at https://mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/214800.
Viewers will learn about common Missouri owls, what makes them effective nighttime hunters, and how to identify them by sound. These are live events only.
Staff at MDC facilities across the state are holding virtual and in-person programs throughout the year. A listing of these programs may be found at mdc.mo.gov/events.

Creation Truth Foundation to host revival Feb. 15-18 at Mound City church
2026-02-15 18:30 - 2026-02-18 20:30
Creation Truth Foundation, Inc., of Noble, Oklahoma, has announced that Matt Miles, vice president, will be presenting a revival at Christian Fellowship Church in Mound City, Missouri, February 15-18, 2026. Creation Truth Foundation’s Museum in Noble has some of the most outstanding fossil specimens available to science, including Tyrannosaurs rex, Pteranodon, and an Albertosaur, just to name a few. Specimens from Creation Truth’s medium fossil collection will be on display throughout the revival series.
This event is being hosted by Christian Fellowship Church, located at 18080 Hwy. 59 N, Mound City. Matt’s passion and excitement while addressing the topic, “Jesus Christ – Our Creator and Savior,” will challenge you. The display and programs will be presented each evening, February 15-18, at 6:30 p.m. You may also learn more about the ministry by visiting www.creationtruth.com.
Creation Truth Foundation will also have books, videos and the Truth in Science homeschool curriculum available for purchase. A potluck supper will be held Sunday evening. Refreshments will also be served Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday evenings.

Youth invited to Fairfax Methodist Church for fellowship, worship, and study
2026-02-15 15:00 - 16:30
The Fairfax Methodist Church invites all area youth in grades 6-12 to gather for fellowship, worship, and study on the first and third Sundays of the month from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. at the church. The next gathering is on Sunday, February 15.

EA and RP to face off on the basketball court
2026-02-13 17:00 - 20:00
East Atchison and Rock Port high school basketball teams will face off on the court Friday, February 13, at the Tarkio Activity Center. Games begin at 5:00 p.m. and will include junior varsity boys, varsity girls, and varsity boys. The St. Paul’s Women’s Altar Society will be hosting their bake sale that night and CH-F will be taking blood pressures.

Tarkio R-I Parent/Teacher Conferences and No School
2026-02-12 13:00 - 17:00
Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held at Tarkio R-I Thursday, February 12, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Parents will meet with the teachers in their children’s classrooms at both Tarkio Elementary and Tarkio High School. School will not be in session on Thursday, Friday, and Monday, February 12, 13, and 16.

Bingo at Tarkio Nutrition Center
2026-02-12 10:00 - 11:00
The Tarkio Nutrition Center will have bingo every second and fourth Thursday of the month at the Tarkio Nutrition Center from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. for an hour packed with excitement. Come to the Tarkio Nutrition Center, enjoy some great company, delicious food, and try your luck. The next bingo games will be February 12.

Play Mahjong on Wednesdays
2026-02-11 13:00 - 2026-04-29 14:00
Play Mahjong every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. at the Tarkio Nutrition Center, located at 412 Main Street. Everyone is welcome to learn and play the game or just enjoy the friendship!
