University of Missouri Extension Master Gardener training for residents of Atchison, Andrew, DeKalb, Gentry, Holt, Nodaway and Worth counties begins August 7. “The Extension Master Gardener training will help you to gain new horticulture knowledge and become a community resource for science-based information,” says MU Extension horticulturist Gwen Funk. “The training covers the benefits of Continue Reading »
The Atchison County 4-H and University of Missouri Atchison County Extension Office will be hosting a supply drive For Good Neighbor Week and National 4-H week for Atchison County Schools. The following items are needed: toothbrush and toothpaste, deodorant for male and female, bodywash male and female, shampoo and conditioner, lice shampoo, washcloths and loofah, Continue Reading »
The Rock Port vs. Mound City volleyball game originally scheduled to be played Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at Mound City has been moved to Rock Port. The Rock Port team will hold its Pink Out night that evening. Games begin at 6 p.m. The Rock Port Blue Jay football team will have its Pink Out Continue Reading »
Helping Hands for Jesus will hold its fall rummage sale Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, October 2, 3, and 4, at the Rock Port United Methodist Church, 211 W. Opp. The rummage sale will be open 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday. Items will be half price from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. on Continue Reading »
Rogers Pharmacy will host their annual Customer Appreciation Day Thursday, October 3, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Customers can enjoy lunch and have a chance to win prizes, including a Samsung Crystal UHD 55” TV.
Milton Mercantile will celebrate its first anniversary with a fall open house Saturday, October 5, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served and customers can shop for home decor, tea towels, door hangers, and more. Milton Mercantile will introduce their new “hat bar” and shirts will be pressed on-site. Milton Mercantile is Continue Reading »
The Old Market Magician is returning to the Liberty Theatre this year and is bringing an additional magician as well as his acoustic rock band with music video illustrator J. Delgado. Local youth artists will also display their works of art before, during, and after the show. The event will be held Saturday, October 5, Continue Reading »
The Linden Christian Church invites everyone to attend its Hayride and Wiener Roast Saturday, October 5, at 5:00 p.m. Fall is here! Celebrate with the church and come join the fun. For questions, call Mark McKenney at 660-744-2709.
The community is invited to attend a concert by singer, songwriter, and storyteller Daryl Mosley on Saturday, October 5, at Fairfax Methodist Church. The concert will begin at 6:00 p.m. From countless appearances on “The Grand Ole Opry” to classic shows at the famous Bluebird Cafe to a touring schedule of over 150 concerts per Continue Reading »
Join in the fun Tuesday, October 8, at the Rock Port Senior Center, 505 Country Club Drive. Bingo is scheduled the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month. Games start at 10:00 a.m., so you’ll have time to enjoy a game or two with friends before lunch. Bingo is open to all ages and everyone Continue Reading »
The East Atchison Lady Wolves volleyball teams and Schoolhouse Rock organization are teaming up to host a volleyball Pink-Out Night Tuesday, October 8, 2024. East Atchison is playing Rock Port at the TAC (games begin at 5:30 p.m.) and the Schoolhouse Rock team is planning a cancer awareness event to raise funds for locals battling Continue Reading »
Atchison County Development Corporation (ACDC) invites you to attend the 2024 annual meeting Wednesday, October 9, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., at the Tarkio Community Building in Tarkio, Missouri. Everyone is welcome at 5:30 p.m. to visit with new businesses, neighbors, and friends. A complimentary dinner will begin at 6:00 p.m., followed immediately by the annual Continue Reading »
C.A.R.E. of Atchison County, Inc., will hold a candlelight vigil in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The vigil will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 9, 2024, on the east steps of the Atchison County Courthouse in Rock Port. Victim advocates are Teresa Morehouse and Kris Davis. C.A.R.E. board members are Glenn Scott, Continue Reading »
The cooler temperatures and changing leaves are a tell-tell sign that winter is on its way. In preparation, the Missouri Department of Transportation will hold its annual winter operations drill on Thursday, October 10. Motorists may notice an increased number of MoDOT trucks on state routes during the drill, which will begin at 8:00 a.m. Continue Reading »
Tarkio High School and Fairfax High School students and faculty are celebrating Fall Homecoming the week of October 7-11, 2024, with the homecoming football game and coronation of the kings and queens on Friday night, October 11. A volleyball game will be held Wednesday, October 9, at Fairfax with the Lady Wolves hosting Maysville. A Continue Reading »
The Westboro Methodist Church is hosting its 84th annual Lord’s Acre Day Festival Saturday and Sunday, October 12 and 13, 2024, in Westboro, Missouri. The weekend will be full of fun-filled festivities for people of all ages. This year’s theme is “Rooted in Christ.” Festivities will kick off Saturday morning, October 12, with a crafts, Continue Reading »
The Rock Port Ministerial Alliance will sponsor a community prayer night Wednesday, October 16, at 6:30 p.m. at the First Lutheran Church in Rock Port. Pastor Devon Sons will lead the praise and worship. The First Lutheran Church is located at 801 S. Market Street in Rock Port.
The Allen-Schiffern American Legion Auxiliary fall rummage sale is set for Friday and Saturday, October 18 and 19, 2024, at the Tarkio Legion Building (3rd and Broad). Donations will be accepted October 8-16, with no take-ins on October 17. For more information, call Barb Hines at 660-254-2787, KC Hines at 660-623-9297, or Linda Payton at Continue Reading »
The 15th annual Women’s Luncheon, hosted by Rock Port Baptist Church, will be held Sunday, October 20, from 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the White Barn in Rock Port. The theme of the luncheon is “She Is Strong” based on Proverbs 31:25, “She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the Continue Reading »
Pleasant View Nursing Home is holding its last enchilada meal for the year Tuesday, October 22. The meal will be served from Pleasant View, 470 Rainbow Drive, Rock Port, Missouri, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The meal includes beef enchilada, Mexican rice, and refried beans for $12.00 If you would like to guarantee a Continue Reading »
Pleasant View Nursing Home will hold a trunk or treat event Saturday, October 26, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the front parking lot. Pleasant View is located at 470 Rainbow Drive, Rock Port, Missouri. The public is invited to set up a trunk. If setting up a trunk, you are asked to be set Continue Reading »
The Rock Port and Watson United Methodist Churches will host a family movie night Sunday, October 27, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. Come watch “Coco” at the Rock Port United Methodist Church (208 W. Opp). Wear your Halloween costume for an evening of fun! Hot dogs with all the fixings will be served. There will also Continue Reading »