August 26, 2026
Higginsville Advance News
Annual Book Sale to Benefit Robertson Memorial Library
The Friends of Robertson Memorial Library invite the community to their annual Book Sale, with all proceeds benefiting the library and its programs.
Community Bible Tour Draws Families for a Day of Faith and Fun
The Community Bible Tour, held on July 25, was a tremendous success, bringing together families from across the community for a day filled with faith, fellowship, and fun. Despite the summer heat, 110 children were registered, along with many adults, and enjoyed a full day of activities designed to share God’s love and the stories of the Bible.
“Wanna Be Friends?” Part 1
Over the past six months, I’ve been reflecting on what I believe to be a subtle societal shift which affects all of us, whether we realize it or not. I don’t think many of us have realized it. My research as well as an abundance of conversations with retirees, middle aged adults and old-timers validates and reinforces all which follows… It’s relevant to your life, your family, and your neighbors; and it’s a challenge we have to face head-on because it isn’t going to resolve itself. It is a shift which began some 50, 60 years ago, or so and quietly sneaked into our way of life.
Victorious Veterans
1200 veterans from across the nation have returned home after competing in the 40th National Veterans Golden Age Games held in Tampa, Florida June 27 through July 2, 2026.
Welcome Back Wildcats! Immanuel Lutheran School
Hi! My name is Jenna Johnson, and I’m the Preschool 3 Aide. This will be my third year at Immanuel, and I’m so excited for another great school year!
LOCAL VETERANS COMPETE
Two local veterans, Vaughn Owens and Ken Schroeder, along with 12 other Kansas City area veterans traveled to Tampa, Florida the last week of June to compete in the National Veterans Golden Age Games. Veterans from throughout the USA participated in the games.
The John Knox Village East News
New Resident Profile: Rita Russell is one of our newest residents. Higginsville is her home town, but she’s lived in Kansas City for many years and decided to return home. She is a graduate of Higginsville High School and worked as a waitress and in housekeeping. She has an adult son who lives in town and is happy to be closer to him. A fun fact is that when she was growing up, her mother and father both worked at the Confederate Home in Higginsville and she and her family lived on site at different times during her youth.
Public invited to discuss unfunded transportation needs
On an annual basis, MoDOT staff work together with planning partners across the state to update a list of high-priority unfunded road and bridge needs. The draft 2026 High-Priority Unfunded Needs (HPUN) listing is now available on MoDOT's website.
Lafayette County Enterprises Celebrates New Outdoor Break Area with Ribbon Cutting and Open House
Community members, supporters, employees, and local leaders gathered on Wednesday, July 29, to celebrate Lafayette County Enterprises (LCE) during a special Open House and Ribbon Cutting ceremony showcasing the organization's newest addition-an outdoor employee break area.
Grandview Elementary Welcomes New Principal for 2026-2027
By S. Otero As Grandview Elementary prepares to welcome students for another exciting school year, the school is also welcoming a new leader. Nikki McElwee will serve as the new principal of Grandview Elementary for the 2026-2027 school year, leading students in Pre-K through fifth grade.