Higginsville Advance

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.

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Lafayette County C-1 Scholar Bowl Team to Compete in Nationals

With its strong finish at the Missouri River Valley Conference Scholar Bowl, the Scholar Bowl team from Lafayette County C-1 High School in Higginsville proved themselves worthy to play on a national stage. On Friday, April 24, the team will represent their school in a 154-team national competition: National Academic Quiz Tournaments' Small School National Championship Tournament.

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