August 28, 2026
Lexington News Community
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! ——— LAYERED SALAD
A Night in Paris – LHS Prom 2026
Lexington High School's prom last weekend brought Paris to lite with its theme, 'A Night in Paris.” Students dressed up and spent the night dancing, taking pictures, and hanging out with friends. One of the most anticipated moments of the night was the crowning of prom royalty, with Blake Kaullen named prom king and Hunter Adkins crowned prom queen. Students want to thank Christa Simpson and the prom committee for their dedication and hard work in creating such a memorable and beautifully executed event. Their efforts made the evening truly special for everyone in attendance.
King is Lexington’s first female Fire Chief
Former Lexington EMS Director Erika King recently took over as Fire Chief in Lexington, becoming the first female Fire Chief in the city’s history.
Shoes collected
The Lexington Rotary Club collected a total of 450 pairs of shoes, 31 pairs of socks, and $740 in donations during its annual Shoes For Orphan Souls shoe drive. Pictured with the shoes are Olivia Lundin, Marcus Lundin, local shoe drive chairman Dave Rich, Rachelle Banhart, Earl Parris, Jim Martin, Steve Fuller, Aubrey Burk and Nila Burk. Rotary District 6040 collected a total of 29,417 pairs of shoes.
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