October 16, 2026
Lexington News
Major disaster declaration
On Aug. 4, Governor Mike Kehoe announced that President Donald J. Trump has approved Missouri’s request for a major disaster declaration for 34 Missouri counties heavily impacted by dangerous flash flooding, tornadoes, and intense straight-line winds from June 4-18, 2026.
Two state amendments pass
Of special interest during last week’s Primary election were Amendments 1, 2, 4 & 5.
City-Wide Garage Sales this weekend
Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring city-wide garage sales this weekend. As of press time, the sales below were registered (see historiclexington.com/garagesale for latest). All addresses are in Lexington.
Cannon Ball Car Show to kick off fair
The Cannon Ball Car Show will kick off the 2026 edition of the fair on Saturday, Aug. 15 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Main Street. The show is hosted by the Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce. The show is open to all classic and custom cars, trucks and motorcycles.
Update
On Aug. 6, the Lexington Police Department stated “We would like to thank our community for its assistance regarding the request for information about an incident reported to have occurred at College Park on State Street.
Horse Show
The Lafayette County 4-H/FFA Fair Horse Show was held on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at the Fairground Park Arena in Higginsville. Despite warm summer temperatures, exhibitors, families, and spectators enjoyed a successful day of competition and fellowship. The show featured one of the largest groups of participants seen in recent years, highlighting the continued growth and enthusiasm for the county’s horse program.
Bucket Calf Show
The Lafayette County 4-H/FFA Fair Bucket Calf Show was held on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at the 4-H Barn in Fairground Park in Higginsville. The show gave young exhibitors the opportunity to showcase the calves they had raised and cared for, while demonstrating their knowledge of animal health, nutrition, daily management, and showmanship. Bucket calf projects help youth develop responsibility, confidence, and livestock management skills through hands-on learning experiences.
Super Farmer Contest
The Lafayette County 4-H Council hosted its annual Super Farmer Contest on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at the Soccer Fields, with an outstanding 102 youth participating in this long-standing fair tradition. The event challenged contestants to work together as teams while competing in a variety of farm-themed relay games that emphasized teamwork, communication, and good sportsmanship. Activities included the Fire Relay, Wet Torch Relay, Greasy Pig, Blind Wheelbarrow, Dress the Scarecrow, Dizzy Paint, Feed Sack Relay, Sack Race, Musical Sponges, and concluded with an exciting Tug-of-War competition.
Excellence Awards
Excellence Awards are given to individuals with the highest points from participating in Achievement Day, Exhibit Day Ribbons & Judges Interview. The following were awarded an excellence award.
Public invited to discuss unfunded transportation needs
On an annual basis, MoDOT staff work together with planning partners across the state to update a list of high-priority unfunded road and bridge needs. The draft 2026 High-Priority Unfunded Needs (HPUN) listing is now available on MoDOT's website.