Higginsville Advance

Rabbit Show

The Lafayette County 4-H/FFA Fair Rabbit Show was held on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at the 4-H Barn in Fairground Park. The show provided exhibitors with an opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge of rabbit care, breeding, management, and showmanship while showcasing the animals they had worked with throughout the year. Through participation in rabbit projects, youth develop responsibility, record-keeping skills, and a deeper understanding of animal science.

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Poultry Show

The Lafayette County 4-H/FFA Fair Poultry Show was held on Monday, July 13, 2026, at the Shelter House in Fairground Park. The show provided exhibitors an opportunity to showcase their knowledge of poultry management, animal care, and production practices while competing with birds they had raised and prepared for exhibition. Participants demonstrated the responsibility, dedication, and attention to detail required for success in poultry projects.

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4-H/FFA Goat Show

Following the Sheep Show, exhibitors participated in the Lafayette County 4-H/FFA Fair Goat Show at the 4-H Barn in Fairground Park. The show featured both Dairy Goat and Meat Goat classes, providing youth with an opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge of animal care, nutrition, management, and showmanship. Through their goat projects, 4-H and FFA members developed valuable skills in responsibility, record keeping, and livestock production while showcasing the results of months of preparation and hard work.

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Higginsville Librarian Named 2026 Library Journal Mover & Shaker

HIGGINSVILLE, Mo. — Christa Bell, District Library Media Specialist for the Lafayette County C-1 School District, has been named one of Library Journal's prestigious 2026 Movers & Shakers, a national honor recognizing just 50 library professionals nationwide who are transforming libraries and making a lasting impact in their communities. _e annual award celebrates innovative leaders whose work is shaping the future of librarianship.

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John Knox Village East News

New Resident Profile: Barbara Gillilan is one of our newest residents, moving to John Knox Village East from right here in Higginsville. Barbara grew up in Lexington and graduated from High School there. She came from a large family of 12 brothers and sisters. She had 5 children and during her working years was a Med Tech at Meyer Care Center. She is very happy to be at John Knox Village East.

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