Hume Fair and Rodeo Queen candidate: Alatna Snyder

Hi! My name is Alatna Snyder and I am so excited to be running for Hume Rodeo Queen! I am 16 years old and will be starting my junior year of high school at Nevada High School in August! I love to play both beach and indoor volleyball with my friends! At school I participate in National Honors Society, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and Varsity Volleyball. I am exploring the idea of veterinary school because of my love for animals. While participating in these activities I have learned skills of leadership, communication, discipline, and perseverance. My family has been beside me for everything and I am incredibly grateful for them and what they have done for me, including making me become the person I am today!

I have been attending the Hume Fair and Rodeo since I was 4 years old, it has became apart of my life ever since. I would love to be your queen because I am outgoing, personable, and charismatic. I have always looked up to past winners, and I would love to be a role model to all of the younger girls who attend the rodeo!

I am selling rodeo and colt tickets, and would be so grateful if you would buy a ticket for me! You can contact me by calling or messaging (417) 684-7260 or by emailing alsnyder17@icloud.com! Thank you!

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Hume Fair and Rodeo Queen candidate: Hailey Olive

Hello! My name is Hailey Olive and I am proud to announce I am running for 2026 Hume Fair and Rodeo Queen!! I am the 15 year old daughter of Chandler and Mary Ann Olive. I am the second of four girls. I live here in Hume, MO and I will be a sophomore this coming school year! I have grown up attending and loving the fair and rodeo every year and I am honored to get to represent this amazing little town!

If you’d like to buy rodeo or colt tickets from me, you can contact me at 913-295-0735 or 660-464-0370. Thank you for your support!

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Hume Fair and Rodeo Queen candidate: Kaylee Shryer

Hi! My name is Kaylee Shryer, and I’m running for Hume Rodeo Queen! Hume is my hometown and holds a special place in my heart, so I’d love to represent our wonderful community! I’m headed to Cottey College this fall to continue my journey as an educator! I’m also a member of the competitive cheer team at Cottey! Im a very big hearted person, involving myself in a variety of community activities, including the Annual 5k, Annual Chili Cook-Off, and many other events! Your support helps more things than you know, and I’d love to be your 2026 Hume Rodeo Queen!

Adult Entry Tickets: $12

Child Entry Tickets: $4

Colt Tickets: $1

You can contact me here, or at 660-464-3326!

Thank you so much

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Webinar available to help grow your business

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Participants will learn how to:

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This webinar is designed for farm and food businesses that already have an online presence, including a website, and want practical ways to increase their visibility and reach more customers.

July 23, 2026 6 - 7:30 p.m.

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Hume Fair and Rodeo Queen Candidate: Jaylin Toms

Hi, my name is Jaylin Toms, and I am honored to be running for the Hume Fair and Rodeo Queen. I will be a junior at Hume High School this fall, where I am a proud member of the National Honor Society. I stay active by playing basketball, softball, and volleyball, which have taught me the importance of teamwork, dedication, and leadership. I also enjoy babysitting and spending time with my family and friends, who mean the world to me. After high school, I plan to attend chiropractic school so I can help others live healthier lives.

I would be incredibly grateful for your support in this year’s rodeo queen competition. By purchasing your rodeo tickets and colt tickets from me, you’re not only supporting my campaign but also helping make the Hume Fair and Rodeo a success for our entire community. Every ticket sold helps keep this tradition alive.

Thank you for taking the time to support my campaign. I would be honored to represent our community as your next Hume Fair and Rodeo Queen. Contact me at (620)-238-9649 or on messenger!


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Driver facing charges following death of passenger in Bates county crash

Orlando Alejandre Solis 37, of San Luis AZ has been charged with DWI, Death of another { Felony C RSMo: 577.010 } following an accident that occurred in the early morning hours on July 13 on 52 highway west of Butler.

According the MSHP, Alejandre Solis was arrested following the crash that claimed the life of a 35 year old female passenger and placed under arrest for 1. DWI involving the death of another 2. Careless and imprudent driving resulting in a crash.

He is currently being held in the Bates County jail on a $100,000 cash only bond and has requested a bond reduction per Assistant Public Defender, Jason Speer.

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Adrian woman accused of theft from church, Grand Jury Indictment filed

 According to a Grand Jury Indictment filed in Bates County on July 14, 2026, Angela Loughridge of Adrian MO is accused of thefts related to bank accounts held by the Adrian Assembly of God Church over roughly a two year period beginning in July of 2023.

The indictment includes one count of stealing $25,000 or more and six counts of forgery related to checks written without consent of the church:

1. Stealing - $25,000 Or More/Teller Machine Or Contents { Felony C RSMo: 570.030 }

2. Atmp-Forgery { Felony D RSMo: 570.090 } 

3. Atmp-Forgery { Felony D RSMo: 570.090 }

4. Atmp-Forgery { Felony D RSMo: 570.090 }

5. Atmp-Forgery { Felony D RSMo: 570.090 }

6. Atmp-Forgery { Felony D RSMo: 570.090 }

7. Atmp-Forgery { Felony D RSMo: 570.090 }

Charges 2 through 7 refer to checks written and signed without consent totaling $10.136.18.

Arraignment is scheduled for Loughridge on July 27, 2026 in the Bates County Circuit Court.

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Local students make Missouri S&T dean's list

ROLLA, Mo. (July 14, 2026)  - Missouri University of Science and Technology announces the names of students who made the dean's list for the spring 2026 semester.

 

The dean's list recognizes undergraduate students who earned at least a 3.5 grade point average for the semester and passed all classes.

 

About Missouri University of Science and Technology

Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T) is a STEM-focused research university of over 7,000 students located in Rolla, Missouri. Part of the four-campus University of Missouri System, Missouri S&T offers over 100 degrees in 40 areas of study and is among the nation's top public universities for salary impact, according to the Wall Street Journal. For more information about Missouri S&T, visit www.mst.edu.

 

Drexel, Missouri - Whalen J Downs, metallurgical engineering, senior

Garden City, Missouri - David L Gilkeson, mechanical engineering, junior

Harrisonville, Missouri -  Alexander Obermiller Barta, civil engineering, senior;  Emmitt Enderle, mechanical engineering, first year student and Coleson B Mott, computer science, sophomore


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