July 12, 2026
Higginsville Advance
Lions Donate to Children’s Mercy
Lions Donate to Children’s Mercy
New Grandview Elementary Secretary Joins the Team
Lafayette County C-1 and Grandview Elementary have welcomed a new secretary.
Husker Happenings Summer Camps
Husker Happenings Summer Camps
Veteran Organizations Offer Unique Souvenir
In recognition of the semiquincentenniel of the United States of America, Higginsville’s veteran organizations, the Veteran’s of Foreign Wars Post 6270 and the American Legion Post 223 are proud to offer a unique souvenir of this momentous occasion.
Honoring Fathers: e History Behind Father’s Day
Every year on the third Sunday in June, families across the United States take time to honor the fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, and father figures who have helped shape their lives. While Father's Day is often celebrated with backyard barbecues, fishing trips, or a simple phone call, the holiday has a rich history dating back more than a century.
Hut Hut Football Camp
The Huskers hosted their annual Football Hut Hut Camp over the weekend. Some of the teams attending included Jefferson High (Festus), South Shelby, Odessa, Centralia, Penny of Hamilton, Carrollton, Houston, and more. Below are scenes of all the activity at Sam Duncan Field and at the Grandview Field as well.
One Stop at A Time
Some trips are planned, while others just come together one stop at a time. The trip to Bennett Springs was a little of both.
LCRSP Members Attend MRTA Region 5 Meeting
On Thursday, June 4, 2026, Lafayette County Retired School Personnel officers John Morgan (President), Carol Struchtemeyer (VP), Gail Lilleman (Treasurer), and Amy Chambers Thieman (Secretary), along with Region 5’s Distinguished Retiree Award Winner, Evelyn Trigg, attended MRTA’s Region 5 Annual Meeting. It was hosted by Cooper County Area Retired Teachers and School Personnel at the Evangelical United Church of Christ in Boonville, MO. Breakfast treats and lunch were served. Door prizes and gift bags were presented. $500 was raised in a raffle enough to fund one MRTA-F classroom grant. The meeting began at 10:00 A.M. and was adjourned about 2:00 P.M.
Juneteenth agenda announced
The Lafayette County Juneteenth Foundation Board proudly announces its agenda for the 2026 Juneteenth Celebration. The 2026 celebration will be held Friday, June 26, 2026 thru Sunday, June 28, 2026. Activities will be held in Higginsville and Lexington. The theme is “Freedom: Yesterday’s Legacy, Today’s Promise, and Tomorrow’s Hope!” Alcohol is not permitted. Everyone is welcome. Children under the age of 14 need to be accompanied by an adult.