October 16, 2026
Higginsville Advance
Next Lafayette County Cancer Coalition meeting is May 7
The next General Membership meeting of the Lafayette County Cancer Coalition will be Thursday, May 7, 2026 beginning at 7 p.m. at Salem United Church of Christ in Higginsville.
Battle of Lexington State Historic Site to hold Park Day event
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LAFAYETTE COUNTY C-1 SCHOOL DISTRICT Minutes of Board of Eduation
At 7:00 pm on April 16, 2026 the Lafayette Board of Education met.
Husker Baseball Captures First Win of the Season
The Husker baseball team secured the first win of the season last week at rival Lexington on 4-13, and the first win for head Coach Graham Padley who took over a young and inexperienced team this season. It wasn’t easy, but the Blue and Gold found a way to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat.
Grandview Elementary Walk-A-Thon April 13th
Grandview Elementary Walk-A-Thon April 13th
West Central Electric Cooperative Awards Scholarships to Area Seniors
West Central Electric Cooperative has announced the 21 area high school seniors who have been named recipients of a West Central Electric Cooperative Scholarship.
2026 Agricultural Outlook is Positive for Farmers
The USDA recently released an early outlook suggesting a slightly more positive year for U.S. agriculture in 2026, according to Missouri Ag Connection.
Securing Vintages with Regenerative Farming
The global wine industry is not immune to the effects of climate change and soil degradation. Through a process of regenerative farming, soil health is protected and vintages can be produced with great success.
Follow Farm Safety Guidelines
Agriculture is routinely ranked among the most dangerous professions around the world. Both the National Safety Council and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health say agriculture is one of the most hazardous industries in the United States. Farming operations continue to push forward with more mechanized and high-tech equipment that requires routine reviews of safety protocols.
Addressing Limited Resources in the Agricultural Sector
Limited resources in the agricultural sector are common pressure points for modern farm operations. Whether the resource is land, labor, water, or capital, lack of assets can cause strain. But there are practical ways to ease the pressure, and most solutions work best when combined with other methods.