August 26, 2026
Higginsville Advance News
LC C-1 New Administrators 2026-2027
The Lafayette County Board of Education recently announced the selection of Dr Theresa Christian to be the new Superintendent, effective July 1, 2026. Outgoing Superintendent Aaron Knipmeyer will continue in that role until the end of June. Nikki McElwee was also selected to be the new elementary school principal starting August 1, 2026. We will be talking with them more in the future, including indepth information regarding their new upcoming roles. Let’s welcome our newest Huskers!
Higginsville Board Of Aldermen
Department Reports: Water / Wastewater Brandon Craig, Supt
Susan Otero Joins The Higginsville Advance
Advance News editor Ladies and gentlemen allow me to introduce you to my replacement Susan Otero.
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Luke 18:27 - “And he said, The things which are impossible with men are possible with God.”
County Adopts 2026 Budget
Lexington News Following a public hearing, Lafayette County Commissioners last Wednesday approved the 2026 county budget, capping a long and tumultuous budget process during which county officeholders were asked to trim their respective budgets to help the county overcome a significant budget shortfall.
Dr. Rhadans Named LRHC Physician of the Year
Dr. Rhadans Named LRHC Physician of the Year
Lexington Approves DAR America 250! Patriot Marker
The City of Lexington has approved a request from the Missouri State Society Daughters of the American Revolution (MSSDAR) to install a DAR America 250! Patriot Marker in the public park surrounding the Madonna of the Trail monument.
Higginsville Board Of Aldermen
Advance News Writer The City of Higginsville Board of Aldermen on February 2, 2025 @ 6pm. Below is a summary of Department Reports: There are no items under Utilities Committee which puts the first action item on the agenda under Administration Committee. It is the presentation of the 2025 Audit completed by Gerding, Korte and Chitwood. The audit was reviewed by staff and is recommended to the Board for approval. The City's assets and deferred outflows of resources exceeded its liabilities and deferred inflows at the close of the most recent fiscal year by $51,738,993 (net position). The City's total net position increased by $6,265,574. The City's revenue bonds payable decreased $860,000 due to scheduled bond payments and increased 8,855,922 due to new issuance. The City's total debt increased $7,727,666 due to scheduled payments and new issuance.