July 12, 2026
Lexington News
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…
Mayor, Council members sworn in
News Editor Newly-elected Lexington City Council members and Mayor Tom Hughes were sworn into office during last Tuesday night’s Council meeting.
Auxiliary scholarship offered
The Lafayette Regional Health Center Auxiliary is offering $1,000 scholarships to eligible students.
Local man recalled D-Day invasion
The Battle of Normandy (codenamed Operation Overlord) was the largest seaborne invasion in history, beginning on June 6, 1944 (D-Day), when over 156,000 Allied troops landed on five beaches in France.
Recognizing National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
The Lafayette County Emergency Services Board proudly joins communities across the nation in recognizing National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, observed April 12 through April 18. This week honors the dedicated men and women who serve as 911 telecommunicators, commonly known as dispatchers — the first of the first responders in times of emergency, if you will.
River Reader on Indie Bookshop Tour
Missouri’s independent bookshops are vibrant small businesses fostering creativity, literacy and community in their Missouri hometowns.
2026 Agricultural Outlook is Positive for Farmers
The USDA recently released an early outlook suggesting a slightly more positive year for U.S. agriculture in 2026, according to Missouri Ag Connection.
Securing Vintages with Regenerative Farming
The global wine industry is not immune to the effects of climate change and soil degradation. Through a process of regenerative farming, soil health is protected and vintages can be produced with great success.
Follow Farm Safety Guidelines
Agriculture is routinely ranked among the most dangerous professions around the world. Both the National Safety Council and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health say agriculture is one of the most hazardous industries in the United States. Farming operations continue to push forward with more mechanized and high-tech equipment that requires routine reviews of safety protocols.
Addressing Limited Resources in the Agricultural Sector
Limited resources in the agricultural sector are common pressure points for modern farm operations. Whether the resource is land, labor, water, or capital, lack of assets can cause strain. But there are practical ways to ease the pressure, and most solutions work best when combined with other methods.