May 2, 2026
Higginsville Advance
Booker Retires from the Advance
Okay, so as I’m putting a wrap on this newspaper gig, I am taking advantage one more time to share...one more time! Here are a few reflections for you, our faithful subscribers; many who have become good friends of mine as well!
State is Set – Three Boys Joining Four Girls in Columbia
Higginsville Lafayette County C-1 played host to district wrestling action on Friday and Saturday in the Husker East Gym. In what some refer to as the District of Death (or perhaps in lighter terms, one of the toughest districts around), many wrestlers battled tough for C-1, and when all was said and done, three C1 boys punched their tickets to Columbia and the MSHSAA State Wrestling Champions this week.
Children’s Mercy Teddy Bear Toss
On Feb. 10th Children’s Mercy Hospital sponsored Youth Night and the Teddy Bear Toss at Laf. Co C-1. During halftime at the Higginsvile vs. Lexington basketball game, fans were invited to toss teddy bears or stuffed animals onto the court. All donated items were collected and donated to Children’s Mercy Hospital in KC.
Local Teen Wins Free Trip
Teenager Alex Rogan lives in a trailer park with his younger brother Louis and their mother Jane. Alex works there as a handyman, raising money for college. Aside from his…
Local Actor Goes to Space
Communication is not possible. The shuttle has no power. Using the gravitational pull of a star to slingshot back in time? We are going to Starbase Montgomery for Engineering consultations…
Doctor Honored at Local Event
Beginning with William Hartnell, fourteen actors have headlined the series as the Doctor; the most recent being Ncuti Gatwa, who portrayed the Fifteenth Doctor from 2023 to 2025.[2] The transition between actors is woven into the story…
Local Democrats donate to county food pantries
Last month, the Lafayette County Democratic Central Committee and Club voted to donate to the food pantries in our county for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. The Club gave monetary donations to pantries in Concordia, Higginsville, Lexington, Odessa, Waverly and Wellington. This aligns with their vision and mission to be the welcoming, inclusive party of choice for Lafayette County voters, championing fairness and an engaged sense of community, ensuring everyone is respected and has equal opportunity. The Club has participated in the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service for several years. This year, it fell on Jan. 19 and it was a perfect time to help local food pantries. The Club appreciates the work they do for those in need, especially during this time when food, child care and health care assistance is being cut or eliminated.
