Higginsville Advance News

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.
Special Victims Unit Arrests for September 2026
The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control (DDCC) announces its arrests for September 2026. Dedicated to protecting Missouri’s most vulnerable citizens, the Special Victims Unit (SVU) and Missouri Digital Forensic Center (MDFC) continue to partner with local law enforcement agencies to investigate and arrest individuals who prey on children. Together SVU and MDFC continue to support the Department of Public Safety’s mission to protect children. DDCC remains dedicated to investigating online child exploitation offenses.
The John Knox Village East News
Inside John Knox Village East: On Sunday the 27 ill of September we enjoyed church followed by a lunch of Ham Steak with Pineapple, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Country Green Beans with Bacon and Onion, Soup, Salad Bar and Dessert. In the evening, we held our bi-monthly Vespes Service led by Pastor Liz Lindsey of the First Presbyterian Church. On Monday the 28 th , we enjoyed Local Shopping, Exercise Class and Card Bingo. We also played Bridge in the evening. Our Men held a Coffee Group and our Walking Club met in the Gathering Room. On Tuesday the 29 th , we celebrated September Birthdays with Coffee and Donuts. We also made a Craft with Three Rivers Hospice and played Dominoes. Our Card Club also met and played a few hands. On Wednesday the 30 th, we enjoyed Chill V Chat with Drinks and Snacks. We also enjoyed our Special Supper of the month with a Taco Salad. On Thursday the 1st of October, the residents of Building A held a meeting and we played Dirty Board and other Cards games. On Friday the 2 nd of October, Buildings B and C held a meeting. We also played Dominoes and the men shot a few games of Pool.
Election update: Legal matter concerning district boundaries
Absentee voting for the Nov. 3 General Election began Sept. 22. Lafayette County voters should be aware of an ongoing legal matter concerning Missouri’s congressional district boundaries.
LCHD announces upcoming flu/COVID-19 vaccine clinics
Lafayette County Health Department will hold flu/COVID-19 vaccine clinics in the County as follows:

Sept. 30 Update: Improve I-70: Blue Springs to Odessa traffic impacts
Sept. 30, 2026 – 2:24 p.m. JACKSON & LAFAYETTE COUNTIES – The Missouri Department of Transportation is conducting the following traffic impacts along Interstate 70… Login to continue reading Login…

A Helping Hand: Shelly Harden Connects Community Members with Health and Support Services
By S. Otero Navigating health insurance, government assistance programs and enrollment applications can sometimes feel overwhelming. For Lafayette County residents who need a little guidance, Shelly Harden is ready to lend a helping hand.
