New Haven, Mo. – During the past few Fire Fests in New Haven, people have been amazed by the “Burning House of Ice”. This year the Riverfront Art District wanted to end Fire Fest with an even bigger bang.

We ended Monday morning’s article, “Great Balls of Fire”, by briefly mentioning the conclusion of Fire Fest 2012.

Notice the face in the fire at the top of the photo.
Photos by Kyle Quick

New Haven, Mo. – Saturday in downtown New Haven, the Riverfront Arts District held the 5th Annual Fire Fest.

Fire Fest was Missouri Life Magazine’s featured event for November and December.  The event was also featured on the Fox 2 Morning Show with Tim Ezell and was the center of attention this weekend.

Photos and Story by Kaylin Bade

Today's Fire Fest in downtown New Haven is off and running!  There are vendors and food galore, so be sure to stop by!  There will be great excitement in the after dark events!

Time lapsed video of the "Man Sculpture" below.

New Haven, Mo. - Saturday, New Haven’s Art District will host the 5th Annual Fire Fest in downtown New Haven, Mo.  This year the “Fire Fest Crazy Crew” has added a newly-featured display, a “Burring Man Sculpture” to coincide with the infamous “Burning House of Ice”.

Bring your little Superman and pretty Princesses to your local departments this Halloween for photos, candy, and fun!

The New Haven Police Department and New Haven EMS will be handing out candy at the Ambulance Building on Halloween night.  The New Haven Fire Department will also be handing out candy at the Fire House.

Photos by Kaylin Bade, 2011 Fire Fest

The riverfront in downtown New Haven is where the action will be on Saturday, November 3rd.  The Riverfront Arts District will host the fifth annual Fire Fest, and organizers are predicting record crowds.

By Kyle Quick:

Traditions are what make events such as Franklin County R-II’s PTO Chili Supper something people look forward to in October, simili it to the World Series when baseball fans become excited about baseball this time of year.

According to History.com, "Labor Day pays tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers. It was created by the labor movement in the late 19th century and became a federal holiday in 1894. Labor Day also symbolizes the end of summer for many Americans, and is celebrated with parties, parades and athletic events."

Derek Baily reliving his t-ball days except this time he is a little dizzy after spinning in circles.

By Kaylin Bade
New Haven, Mo. Screwball.  A game with “laws” that includes “no whining or crying”, “rules are as is”, and “let’s drink and be merry!”

Having fun and raising money for a great cause.

New Haven, Mo.  - When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, the effects on the family can be overwhelming. The reality that someone you love has such a devastating illness can be difficult on his or her loved ones.

The New Haven Care Center is hosting a Screwball Tournament this weekend to raise money in helping to find a cure.

By: Rosalle Laune
New Haven, Mo. - In early July, 17 members and guests of the New Haven Garden Club toured the Homestead Farms Nursery in Owensville, Mo. Many members came home with exotic day lily or Hosta plants or ordered plants for delivery in early September.

First Lady Michelle Obama is picked up by U.S. Olympic wrestler Elena Pirozhkova during a greet with Team USA Olympic athletes competing in the 2012 Summer Olympic Games, at the U.S. Olympic Training Facility at University of East London in London, England, July 27, 2012.

Official White House Photo by Sonya N. Hebert

This past week, First Lady Michelle Obama traveled to London as the head of the Presidential delegation. The First Lady met with American athletes, hosted 2,000 American military kids at Let's Move! London, and helped cheer on Team USA at the opening ceremony.

New Haven, Mo. – Many people arrived early and sat in the parking lot 15 to 20 minutes before the doors were scheduled to open at 7:30 a.m.  As you can tell Bank of Franklin County’s “Community Coffee Club” has become quite a hit among the community.

Photos Courtesy of Nancy Quinn
Leslie, Mo. – This week children from 3 to 8 years old from the Leslie area have been attending Ebenezer Lutheran’s vacation bible school.  Each day begins and ends with a short information worship service.

New Haven, Mo. - Elvis Presley Tribute Artist Ken Roberts will be performing this Friday at the American Legion in New Haven.

Roberts will also sing hits from the legendary Johnny Cash and Waylon Jennings.

Friday’s concert will be from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.  Dinner will be available from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.  Show admission is a freewill offering.

New Haven, Mo. – Students from all over the United States arrived on Mon. at Camp Trinity to attend the Mid-America Guitar Camp.  Young guitarists spent the past week preparing for Friday’s performance held at Bethlehem Lutheran Church.  Highlighting the evening featured a competition between the top three guitarists from the camp.

New Haven, Mo. – Children from all over the United States are spending this week at Camp Trinity for a weeklong specialty music camp focused on guitar.  Kirk Hanser from St. Louis, Mo founded the Mid-America Guitar Camp in 2002.

Pictured singing is Melissa Neel.
Photos by Kyle Quick.

New Haven, Mo. - Great music, beautiful weather, and mouth-watering barbeque today and tomorrow at Robller Vineyard, located at the east city limits to New Haven, Mo.