PLEASE NOTE THE MONTH CHANGE: The 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, 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 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 Continue Reading »
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!
Did you used to jam to music on your trumpet or drums or other musical instrument? Do you still got “it”/that skill? If so, join the Atchison County Community Band, practicing every Sunday starting August 9 and going through September 13 from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. at the Rock Port High School band room. If Continue Reading »
The Atchison County Library will be hosting Coffee Talks in August, September, and October. Enjoy a cup of coffee and discuss or read books with fellow book lovers at the Rock Port Library at 10:00 a.m. Tuesdays, August 11, September 8, and October 13.
Michael Forsberg is an accomplished photographer, conservationist, author, and filmmaker who has been perfecting his craft for 30 years. He is a Nebraskan and has many journeys and stories throughout the Great Plains. Peru State College and the PSC Foundation will be hosting Forsberg Thursday, September 3, in the college’s Performing Arts Center. The event Continue Reading »
The 2026 T.M. Wharton Blue Jay Classic will be held Sunday, September 6, at the Rock Port Golf & Country Club. The Blue Jay Classic Golf tournament began in 2010. In 2014, the tournament was renamed to remember a beloved Blue Jay, T.M. Wharton. The four-person scramble is a fundraiser for the Rock Port High Continue Reading »
The Brownville Concert Series will welcome acclaimed American oboist, Robert Walters, in concert Sunday, September 13. Walters is a native of Los Angeles, raised in Lincoln, Nebraska, and is a professor of oboe and English horn at the Oberlin Conservatory of Music. The show will begin at 2:00 p.m. Sponsors are John and Mary Lauber. Continue Reading »
Fairfax churches are hosting a community revival this week. Pastor Marc Long was the speaker at the Methodist Church Sunday, September 13. Pastor Rick Sons gave the message Monday, September 14, at the Christian Church. Cowen O’Riley will be the speaker Tuesday, September 15, at 7:00 p.m. at the Baptist Church. Pastor Brad Dush will Continue Reading »
There will be a county-wide Operation Christmas Child (OCC) kick-off on Thursday, September 17, at 7:00 p.m. The kick-off will be held at the Fairfax Baptist Church, located at 604 Angell Street. All churches are invited to join together and learn firsthand how the OCC shoeboxes change lives. The evening will include a powerful video Continue Reading »
The Tarkio College Alumni will gather in Tarkio, Missouri, this weekend for the annual Homecoming 2026 festivities. Events will be held Friday through Sunday and include: Friday, September 18 9:00 a.m. - Work day at Rankin Hall on the campus 1:00 p.m. - Golf outing at Tarkio Golf Course ($35 - cart included) 4:00 p.m. Continue Reading »
Rock Port’s Main Street will be the site of the 42nd annual Old Fashioned Saturday Night September 19, 2026. The festivities will start at 5:00 p.m. with the Atchison County Community Band playing “The Star Spangled Banner.” The band will play several musical numbers. The Rock Port Tourism Board will hold the ping pong ball Continue Reading »
Midwest Data Center and Rock Port Telephone invite their customers to a drive-through only customer appreciation lunch Friday, September 25, 2026. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., drive by the Rock Port Telephone Warehouse at 108 W. Mill in Rock Port, Missouri, and receive a free meal. Those partaking are asked to turn west onto Continue Reading »
This fall is jam packed with fun activities at East Atchison sporting events. This month and next, the East Atchison Lady Wolves volleyball teams and Wolves football team are preparing for their Pink-Out Nights and Senior Parent recognitions. The East Atchison Wolves plan to hold their Football Pink Out Night Friday, September 25. East Atchison Continue Reading »
Community Hospital-Fairfax invites all female community members to attend the Sweet Dreams are Made of This Women's Health Seminar on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Tarkio Community Building, located on S. 3rd Street in Tarkio, Missouri. This is an educational and fundraising event dedicated to women's health and Continue Reading »
The Tarkio and area community members are invited to give a life-saving blood donation at the Community Blood Center Blood Drive Wednesday, September 30, 2026, from 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Tarkio Activity Center (TAC). Sponsored by the Tarkio High School Chapter of National Honor Society, the blood drive will be held on the Continue Reading »
Atchison County Development Corporation (ACDC) invites you to attend the 2026 annual meeting on Wednesday, September 30, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Fairfax School cafeteria in Fairfax, Missouri. Everyone is welcome at 5:30 p.m. to visit with new businesses, neighbors, and friends. A complimentary dinner, prepared by Crystal Woodring (along with treats from Continue Reading »
It’s almost time for one of Tarkio’s favorite traditions! Grab your friends, bring the kids, and join the Tarkio Parks & Recreation Board, as well as local businesses, organizations, and vendors for the annual Friendship Day weekend. The festivities begin on Friday, October 2, with free flowers handed out at the Flower Mill on Main Continue Reading »
It’s almost time for one of Tarkio’s favorite traditions! Grab your friends, bring the kids, and join the Tarkio Parks & Recreation Board, as well as local businesses, organizations, and vendors for the annual Friendship Day weekend. The festivities begin on Friday, October 2, with free flowers handed out at the Flower Mill on Main Continue Reading »
Missouri’s Great Northwest Winefest is back for its 17th year, promising a day full of wine, music, food, and fun! On Saturday, October 3, 2026, more than 2,000 guests are expected to gather at Griffith Park in Mound City from 11:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. to sip, shop, and celebrate Northwest Missouri’s finest offerings. This Continue Reading »