July 12, 2026
Lexington News Community
Arredondo joins Recruit Class
The Missouri State Highway Patrol announces that 39 recruits signed their final offers at General Headquarters, Jefferson City on March 28 to join the 126th Recruit Class. The class began their training at the Patrol’s Law Enforcement Academy on April 20, and will conclude with a graduation in October.
Volunteers celebrated
Lafayette Regional Health Center’s Auxiliary met last week to celebrate Volunteer Appreciation Week. This incredible group of ladies volunteer countless hours assisting with various projects around the facility. They also manage the gift shop, the proceeds of which benefit the Auxiliary’s education scholarship and support LRHC’s various community engagement projects, including the food drive, diaper drive and personal hygiene initiative.
3D heart sculpture
Mike Elder, local artist, recently attended the Kansas City 2026 Parade of Hearts event in Overland Park. Mike is shown standing next to the 3D heart sculpture he designed and made, titled “Bee” Part of the KC Hive. There are 150 heart sculptures by various artists being placed all around the KC metro area.
Fitzgibbon Hospital files for bankruptcy
Fitzgibbon Hospital in Marshall, a trusted independent rural hospital which has served Saline County and the surrounding area for more than 100 years, announced last week that it has voluntarily filed for protection under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code and has secured a partner for sale of the facility.
DARing to cook
These ladies were young, “Junior” members of the Lafayette-Lexington Chapter of the DAR when “Missouri Juniors DARing to Cook Book!” was published about 50 years ago. In honor of America’s 250th, each week leading up to July 4 we will publish one of their recipes and one of the quotes sprinkled among the pages of the book. Enjoy! ——— 24 HOUR SANDWICHES
Battle of Lexington State Historic Site to hold Park Day event
Got a case of spring fever? Stop by the Battle of Lexington State Historic Site this Saturday, April 25, from 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. for Park Day! Park Day…
Wells honored for 40 years with County Health Dept.
The Lafayette County Health Department is proud to recognize Carol Wells for an extraordinary milestone 40 years of dedicated service to the health and well-being of the Lafayette County community.
Scholarship winners
2026 Chris Banks Memorial Scholarship Finalists will receive $1,000 towards their college tuition. From left are, Back Row: Conner Soendker, Drew Bollmeyer, Hunter Meyer, Blake Kaullen, Chael Lichte, Avery Ellison, Camryn Bennett. Middle: Katy Carter, Hunter Adkins, Marley Rogers, Ellie Taylor, Aleena Kidd, Amanda Rodekohr, Zoey Earnest, Elijah Colon. Front: Nevaeh Rodriguez, Mina Miller. Not pictured: Elizabeth Hager.
Sales Tax Holiday creates savings, generates business growth
The Show Me Green Sales Tax Holiday returns this spring giving Missourian’s the opportunity to save money on select purchases while stimulating economic activity in the state.
R-5 School District News & Views
A Season of Celebration and Achievement at LHS Lexington High School has been buzzing with excitement this spring, as students and staff recently wrapped up a highly successful Academic Week, held March 2–6.