Higginsville Advance

Democrats To Meet February 15

Due to our customary meeting date coinciding with Super Bowl Sunday, the Lafayette County Democrats will convene on Sunday, February 15th at 4:30 PM at the Fairground Community Building, located at 801 West 29th Street, Higginsville, Missouri 64037. Individuals who are interested in learning more about education matters in our state are welcome to attend. Mr. Randy McClain, the Legislative Chair of the Missouri Retired Teachers Association (MRTA), will serve as our speaker. He will address attendees regarding education-related matters and provide an opportunity for questions and discussion. Mr. McClain is a passionate and well-informed speaker

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Governor Kehoe Announces Opportunity for More Missouri Communities to Earn Blue Shield Designation

Over 200 communities received Blue Shield designations and grants of $50,000 in 2025 for their dedication to effective law enforcement and community safety JEFFERSON CITY – Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced Missouri counties, towns, and cities can now apply to be recognized as Blue Shield communities in 2026 for their dedication to effective law enforcement and community safety.

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Local Democrats Donate to County’s Food Pantries

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. We gave monetary donations to pantries in Concordia, Higginsville, Lexington, Odessa, Waverly and Wellington. This aligns with our 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. We have participated in the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service for several years. This year, it falls on January 19 and it is a perfect time for us to help local food pantries. We appreciate 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. The Lafayette County Democrats meet monthly and host many speakers and events. You can find us on Facebook or contact us by email at lafcodems@ gmail.com.

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