🌱 How much more will Farmington residents pay on June utility bills?
Farmington, Missouri Patch AM: a 4 min readHi there, Farmington! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How much more will Farmington residents pay on June utility bills?
- Farmington community to honor Rev. James “Jim” McAllister June 27
- See how neighbors just upgraded activities at Farmington’s senior center
Also on today's calendar: Farmington Regional Chamber Monthly Luncheon and 4 more events.
Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Turning sunny; less humid, with a high of 85 and low of 63 degrees.
- Saturday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, temps: high: 80, low: 65.
- Sunday: A t-storm around in the a.m., with a high of 79 and low of 57 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. City of Farmington announces annual primacy fee schedules (dailyjournalonline.com) — Farmington utility customers will see their annual state-mandated water and sewer primacy fees on June bills, with most residential users paying a total of $6.08. The city explains that these charges, set by Missouri’s Department of Natural Resources, fund state lab testing of public water and sewer systems. Residents can find full fee details and contact information through Farmington City Utilities. 
2. Rev. James 'Jim'' McAllister (laclederecord.com) — Family and friends in Farmington are invited to honor Rev. James “Jim” McAllister at a memorial service on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Farmington Freewill Baptist Church. The longtime Lebanon resident leaves children including a daughter in Farmington, along with nine grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren, and memorials are suggested to the church’s building fund.
3. Caught Being Kind to the Farmington Senior Center (dailyjournalonline.com) — Community members have recently stepped up to stock the Farmington OAKS Senior Center with fresh arts-and-crafts supplies, new bingo cards, and even a projector for classes and movie days. Staff say these donations will immediately enhance activities and technology offerings for local seniors, and they’ve publicly thanked several named businesses and private donors for their support.
4. Peterson chosen for all-region soccer; SEMO conference picks... (dailyjournalonline.com) — Farmington soccer fans will be glad to know Knights standouts Madison Klinkhardt and Macy Davis earned spots on the 2026 All-SEMO Conference girls soccer team. The article also highlights rival North County’s Jovie Peterson, who led the Lady Raiders in scoring and landed a Class 2 all-region selection after a challenging season for both programs.
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Farmington Regional Stockyards →
Farmington Regional Stockyards, 1600 E Woodlawn Dr, Farmington
10:30 am
Wednesday June 17
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Other local events
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Board of Education Meeting
Farmington R-vII Truman Learning Center, 209 W College St, Farmington, MO 63640\
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Last day of summer school (Grades K-8)
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Farmington Regional Chamber Monthly Luncheon →
First State Community Center, 2 Black Knight Dr, Farmington
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Farmington Regional Stockyards →
Farmington Regional Stockyards, 1600 E Woodlawn Dr, Farmington
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Farmington Fourth of July Fireworks →
Engler Ball Park, 651 Vargo Rd, Farmington
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Farmington Regional Stockyards →
Farmington Regional Stockyards, 1600 E Woodlawn Dr, Farmington
10:30 am
Tuesday June 16
Thursday June 18
Wednesday June 24
Saturday July 4
Wednesday July 8
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Drumming on the Deck →
The Cottage Coffee Shop, 102 N State St, Desloge
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Food Truck Friday Nights Are Back! →
Municipal Lot A, 316 W Main St, Park Hills
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June Investor Connect: Childcare Works Presentation
Park Hills - Leadington Chamber of Commerce Cardinal Center - MAC TECH
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Board of Education Meeting
Farmington R-vII Truman Learning Center, 209 W College St, Farmington, MO 63640\
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Life After Loss bereavement support group
Park Hills - Leadington Chamber of Commerce 12 Municipal Dr, Park Hills, MO 63601
Friday June 12
Tuesday June 16
Wednesday June 17
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