July 12, 2026
Higginsville Advance
End of the Year Sports Banquet Held
Last week on Tuesday night the annual Sports Banquet was held to bring a close to the Lafayette County C-l Athletic Program’s year. Multi Year Letter Winners were presented by a coach of the athlete’s choice.
Huskers Compete at State Track and Field Competition
The Huskers made the trek over to the state capital on May 22nd and 23rd for MSHSAA Class 2 State Track and Field Championships at Jefferson City High School's Adkins Field. Two Relay teams brought home top 4 finishes at the Championships, with the 4x400m team taking the Bronze Medal and the 4x800m team placing 4th. Also Nick Linton brought home 2nd place in the 100m and 200m Men's Para races.
Husker Tennis Wrap Up and Banquet News
The Husker Boys Tennis season could not have gone much better. For the 28th time out of the past 33 years (Covid took away one season), the Huskers were conference champions.
Husker Baseball Announces All Conference Selections
The Husker Baseball team was young this season but grew up quickly. There is more to come on this story, however here is a look at the All Conference selections; Sophomore Cael Wilkson, and Junior Levi Kroessen each landed themselves on the MRVCE All Conference 2nd team. Liem Potter was the top vote getter for the MRVCE, Potter played for the Carrollton Trojans who made it to the Elite Eight game before their season was ended by mighty Blair Oaks.
MSHP Memorial Day Report
The Missouri State Highway Patrol , a Division of the Department of Public Safety, reports eight traffic fatalities, zero Drownings, and zero Boating fatalities over Memorial Day holiday Colonel Michael A. Turner, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, provides the following preliminary statistics related to the Memorial Day holiday: Eight people died and 99 were injured in 234 traffic crashes during the 2026 Memorial Day holiday counting period, which began at 6 p.m.
The John Knox Village East News
Higginsville, MO, June 1 st , 2026
Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce Announces New Executive Director
The Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the selection of Jill Nienhiser as its new Executive Director. Nienhiser was selected based on her strong leadership and management experience, community engagement, and vision for the future. As Executive Director, Nienhiser will oversee Chamber operations, membership engagement, community relations, partnerships, and strategic initiatives supporting the Lexington community. The position also provides oversight and coordination related to the Chamber’s affiliated operations. Nienhiser brings over 25 years of experience in consulting and working with commercial, nonprofit, and governmental organizations, along with a strong commitment to collaboration, community growth, and organizational leadership. Nienhiser said, 'I grew up in Lexington and have enjoyed being back. I'm excited to take on this new role helping to promote local businesses and community events. I look forward to meeting business owners and anyone interested in helping our town flourish.' Nienhiser will officially begin the role on June 1, 2026.
Camden Man Sentenced for Robbery
On May 11, 2026, Louis Patti, 42, of Camden, Missouri, appeared before the Honorable Judge Josh Taylor in the Circuit Court of Saline County and was sentenced to serve 20 years for Robbery in the First Degree and 12 years for Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. Patti had previously pled guilty to these charges after requesting a change of venue, which took the case from Lafayette County to Saline County. Representing the State at the plea and sentencing hearing was Lafayette County Prosecuting Attorney, Kristen Ellis Hilbrenner.