June 24, 2026
Higginsville Advance
Tennis Team Enjoying Early Success
The Husker Tennis squad is off and rolling again this spring as one of the perennial contenders in the athletic program year in and year out.
County Commissioners discuss use tax ballot issue
A question regarding reallocation of the county’s use tax that will appear on the April 7 ballot was a topic of discussion at last week’s Lexington City Council meeting, a public hearing last Wednesday at the county courthouse, and a meeting of county mayors and County Commissioners last Thursday night at City Hall.
EASTER IS FOR JESUS, SILLY RABBIT!
This Sunday we celebrate Resurrection Day, commonly referred to as ‘Easter’ Sunday. Our Easter message is simple: Celebrate Jesus and His gift. (What is His gift? Read the biblical account of Jesus’ resurrection in the Book of Matthew Chapter 28.)
Corder VFW Scholarship Winners
The VFW is proud to support youth across our community through two national scholarship programs that encourage students to reflect on patriotism, service, and their role in our country’s future. Patriot’s Pen Essay Contest This contest is open to middle school students (grades 5-8) and asks students to write a 300–400 word essay based on a patriotic theme chosen by the VFW each year. It encourages young Americans to explore what patriotism means and how they can support and serve their country.
Local Students Choosen for Summer Honors Program
Zackery Hunter and Mekhi Moss have been selected to attend the Missouri Scholars Academy!
Higginsville Habilitation Center January 2026 Team Member of the Month.
Higginsville Habilitation Center January 2026 Team Member of the Month.
CHARGES FILED IN CASE INVOLVING SEXUAL CONTACT BETWEEN SCHOOL EMPLOYEE AND STUDENT
The Lafayette County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office announces that criminal charges have been filed in connection with an investigation involving a school employee and an 18-year-old student. Following a referral and subsequent review of the reports provided by Lexington Police Department, the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office has charged Ashley Dobson of Lexington, Missouri, a school employee, with sexual contact with a student, in violation of Missouri law.
HUSKER BASEBALL BROPS GAMES AGAINST OBESSA ANB ST. PAUL
The Husker Baseball team got into their second week of action taking on a tough Odessa Bulldog squad on Tuesday in the home opener, and then facing the St. Paul Saints again at home on Friday night.
LRHC Auxiliary Scholarships Available
The Lafayette Regional Health Center Auxiliary is offering $1,000 scholarships to eligible students.
RETIRED TEACHERS TO MEET
Lafayette County Retired School Personnel (LCRSP) will meet on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 2:30 P.M., at the FCS Financial Office building, 4100 MO-13 BUS Hwy, HIgginsville, MO. Brigade Command Sergeant Major Retired Don Kerrick Lilleman will speak. Other agenda items include discussion of bills in the MO Legislature that could affect MO public schools and other community services and the PSRS/PEERS retirement system. Retired teachers and support staff, active teachers and support staff, spouses, and the general public are welcome to attend.