October 16, 2026
Higginsville Advance News
John Knox Village East News
Inside John Knox Village East: On Sunday August 23 rd , we held Church Services followed by a lunch ofMeatloaf, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Steamed Broccoli, Salad Bar, Soup and Dessert. On Monday August 24 th , we held Exercise Class and Played Bridge. We also held our Women’s Coffee. On Tuesday the 25 th , we enjoyed Birthday Donuts and Coffee, held our monthly Speaker Program – where we received valuable information from local EMS Chief, Doug Kenney. We also enjoyed Drinks and Conversation and Card Club in the Gathering Room. On Wednesday the 26 th , we held Chill ‘n’ Chat with some drinks, snacks and lively conversation. We also had a special supper with grilled hamburgers, hotdogs, potato salad, baked beans and all the fixin’s. Our Grief Support Group also met in the Gathering Room. On Thursday the 27 th , we played Card Bingo and Dirty Board. We also had an Ice Cream Social in the Gathering Room and then worked it off with a Chair Workout. On Friday the 28 th , we enjoyed Movie Day and played Dominoes.
LCRSP meeting is Sept. 10
Lafayette County Retired School Personnel (LCRSP) will meet on Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026, at the FCS office in Higginsville (4100 MO-13 Bus. Hwy). All retired teachers and support staff, active teachers and support staff, spouses, and the general public are invited to attend. Snacks and social time will start at 2 p.m. with the general meeting starting at 2:30. The guest speaker will be Travis Benton on the Restoration and Preservation of the Douglass School in Higginsville. Meetings are adjourned before 4 p.m.
4-H/FFA Dog Show
The Lafayette County 4-H/FFA Fair Dog Show was held on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Fairground Park in Higginsville. The event welcomed Missouri 4-H and FFA members for a day of competition highlighting the training, care, and handling skills of both youth and their canine partners.
4-H/FFA Cat Show
The Lafayette County 4-H/FFA Fair Cat Show was held on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Fairground Park in Higginsville. The show provided exhibitors an opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge of feline care, handling, and showmanship while showcasing the special bond between youth and their cats. Participants were recognized for their dedication, responsibility, and the skills they have developed through their involvement in 4-H and FFA.
4-H/FFA Ham and Bacon Show
The Lafayette County 4-H/FFA Ham and Bacon Show was held on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Lafayette County C-1 Middle School. The show highlighted the skill, dedication, and attention to detail required to produce quality cured meat products. Exhibitors demonstrated their knowledge of proper curing techniques and food production practices while competing for top honors.
Board of Aldermen Meeting Notes
The Higginsville Board of Aldermen met on August 17, 2026 at City Hall. The following is the board meeting update by City Administrator, Jeanette Dobson. Full copies are available.
Husker Happenings – Staff Pics
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Rocket Shoot-Off
The Lafayette County 4-H/FFA Fair Rocket Shoot-Off Contest was held on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, on the south side of Grandview Elementary School in Higginsville. The event gave local 4-H and FFA members the opportunity to showcase their skills in rocketry, science, and engineering by launching rockets in a variety of competition categories. Participants demonstrated creativity, problem-solving abilities, and an understanding of aerospace principles through projects they designed, built, and tested.
Shooting Sports Contest
The Lafayette County 4-H Shooting Sports Contests were held across multiple dates throughout the summer, including June 20, June 27, July 12, July 17, July 18, and July 19, 2026. Competitions took place at Zeller’s Range near Lexington, with this year’s Shotgun Contest hosted at Lake City. The multiday event provided youth participants with opportunities to demonstrate their skills in a variety of shooting sports disciplines while emphasizing safety, responsibility, sportsmanship, and personal development.
