April 1, 2026
Higginsville Advance
Lafayette County August Primary Filing Update
As of 4:21pm on Friday, March 13th, 2026 the following people have filed for the August 2026 Primary since the last update: Republican Central Committee Olin Struchtemeyer, Washington Township Committeeman Democratic Central Committee Julie Opfer, Davis Township Committeewoman
Husker Wrestling
Husker Wrestling Special Plaque Awards Husker Boys Most Valuable Wrestler: Xavier Myers Husker Girls Most Valuable Wrestler: Lorelei Weaver Husker Award Boys: Abe Morris and Thomas Gash Husker Award Girls: Myla Petersen
World Down Syndrome Day: Celebrating Inclusion and Awareness
Each year on March 21, communities around the world observe World Down Syndrome Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness and celebrating the lives and contributions of people with Down syndrome.
Higginsville’s Own Isabelle Newman Takes Center Stage: Local Scholar-Artist Launches “Crown Your Confidence” Community Events Ahead of State Pageant
Many are familiar with the glittering crown, but few realize the rigorous dedication required to compete at this level. The Miss Missouri’s Teen organization is a premier provider of scholarships and a preliminary to the Miss America’s Teen Pageant.
Commissioners meet with Special Road Districts
Monica Ritter, Lafayette County Northern Commissioner, made the following statement on her Facebook page last Wednesday regarding recent meetings with Special Road Districts to discuss the local use tax ballot issue.
Warrensburg man facing kidnapping and weapon charges in Lafayette County
Mar 3, 2026 LAFAYETTE COUNTY, Mo - A Warrensburg man is facing multiple charges in Lafayette County after holding three people against their will with a knife.
Santa Fe R-X to Host Regional Town Hall on the Future of Rural Public Education and Missouri Legislation
Press Release: The Santa Fe R-X School District invites residents, patrons, and community leaders from Santa Fe, Sweet Springs, Concordia, Higginsville, Wellington-Napoleon, Lexington, and Marshall to a critical informational event regarding the legislative landscape affecting public education, public services and local rural communities in Missouri.