Higginsville Advance News

Roadwork scheduled for Oct. 13-16
Oct. 9, 2026 – 3:14 p.m. The Missouri Department of Transportation will be performing maintenance work throughout the Kansas City region from October 13 through… Login to continue reading Login…

After 25 years of dedicated service to the City of Higginsville, Sheri Tieman
(City Clerk) is retiring. Prior to the board meeting on Monday evening, family, friends and her co-workers celebrated her and her many achievements. Thank you Sheri for all that you have done for our city!

Cordes’ 1952 G John Deere Takes Country Fair Honors
For Ron Cordes of Emma, this year's Country Fair tractor show brought special rewards for a year of hard work, dedication and a little bit of history.

Board of Aldermen Meets
The Higginsville Board of Aldermen met on Monday, September 28th. The following are board notes by City Administrator, Jeanette Dobson. Full copies of the complete report are available at City Hall.
No Charges to be Filed Against Deputy in Fatal Shooting of Teen
The Lafayette County Sheriff ’s Deputy who shot and killed an unarmed Lee’s Summit teen near Pittsville in May will not face criminal charges, according to numerous reports.
Sidewalk Project Near Courthouse to Start Soon
Lafayette County Commissioners met recently with MoDOT approved contractor Green Haven Developments, LLC, and Howe Engineering to sign the acceptance documents for the county’s Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) grant project.

Man Juggling Across Country Stops In Area
Inspired by others who have undertaken similar long-distance journeys, Neriah Guerin of Louisville, Kentucky is juggling his way across the country.

The Harvest Season By Doug Booker (AIA)
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Western Missouri Medical Center to Host 14th Annual Ladies’ Night Out Oct. 14
Warrensburg, MO - Western Missouri Medical Center (WMMC) will host its 14th Annual Ladies’ Night Out from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, at the Jerry M. Hughes Athletics Center in Warrensburg. Tickets are $20 per person and include admission, entry into basket raffles and a complimentary Ladies’ Night Out T-shirt. The first 800 attendees through the event entrance will also receive a tote bag filled with goodies, coupons and special offers from vendors and sponsors.
