October 16, 2026
Higginsville Advance News
Higginsville Habilitation Center Welcomes Cameron Hope
Higginsville Habilitation Center has welcomed Cameron Hope as its new assistant superintendent, bringing with him a steady presence, a heart for service, and years of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and behavioral health needs.
Odessa man sentenced for possession of child sexual abuse material
William Mort, 32, of Odessa, appeared before Judge Josh Taylor, in the Lafayette County Circuit Court and entered pleas of guilty to six counts of the Class B Felony of Possession of Child Pornography. Lafayette County Prosecutor, Kristen Ellis Hilbrenner, represented the State at the plea and sentencing. By pleading guilty the defendant admitted to possessing moving images or videos of obscene materials involving children under the age of eighteen as participants in sexually explicit conduct.
St. Luke UCC hosting picnic
St. Luke UCC in Grand Pass will hold its annual church picnic on Wednesday, July 15 from 6-9 p.m. Everyone is invited to come and share in the games, opportunity quilt drawing, the dunk tank, and lots of food, along with ice cream and homemade cakes and pies.
DDCC Warns Of A Scam Utilizing The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Name/Image
MISSOURI STATE HIGHWAY PATROL News Release For further information please contact: Sgt. Bradley Germann 573-526-6122 June 23, 2026
2026 Miss Corder Pageant Winners
The 2026 Corder Picnic Miss Corder Pageant was held on Friday evening, June
VFW Post 4288 hosts 4th Annual Car Show
VFW Post 4288 in Corder, Missouri, held their 4th annual Car Show on 20 June 2026, at the Corder Park.
Americans will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States in July 2026
Americans will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States in July 2026, and the word “semiquincentennial” may come up in conversation during those celebrations. Some people may not be familiar with the term and what it means. A semiquincentennial is the 250th anniversary of something. It breaks down to “half” of a “quincentennial,” which is 500 years. Synonyms may include sestercentennial, bisequicentennial or quartermillennial. Each term refers to a period of 250 years. It’s a rather large word for a simple meaning, but people are bound to hear more of it as 2026 goes on and Independence Day is celebrated on July 4. TF266946
Free Community Bible Tour Returns July 25
Community churches are excited to bring the Community Bible Tour back to Higginsville for its third year on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at Fairground Park. Families are invited to enjoy a free day of fun and faith from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. along the park’s walking track.
Alternative Learning Center Offers Students a New Path to Graduation
During the June 18, 2026, meeting of the Lafayette County C-1 Board of Education, Alternative Education teacher Courtney Bergsieker provided an informative presentation about the district’s Alternative Learning Center (ALC), explaining its purpose, addressing common misconceptions, and celebrating student success stories.
Missouri State Highway Patrol reminds Missourians to celebrate safely this 4th of July
The Missouri State Highway Patrol is reminding Missourians to celebrate the 4th of July and America's 250th anniversary responsibly this year.