Lexington News

Minnie Mae to have her day
News Editor An unforgettable day is in store in downtown Lexington on Saturday as the legacy of a true trailblazer — Minnie Mae Talbott, the first elected female sheriff in U.S. history — is honored.


Yard of the Month
The Lexington Garden Club is proud to name the home of Christine and Mark Scheitlin at 54 Lakeview Dr. as Yard of the Month for June. It really stands out with its large barrels of beautiful flowers of many colors, set in a lovely landscape pattern. It’s a yard that adds much beauty to its neighborhood and our city.
Planning survey seeks input
The Lafayette County Planning & Economic Development Office has created a new webpage with information about the Land Development Code update process, planning priorities, and opportunities for community feedback.

A crew from KSHB 41 was in Lexington recently to do a story on the Lafayette County Military Honor Walk project
A crew from KSHB 41 was in Lexington recently to do a story on the Lafayette County Military Honor Walk project
Scholarships awarded
The Lexington Lions Club awarded scholarships to 2026 Lexington High School graduates Trey Perez and Keaton Patten.
Nap-Well Homemakers Club meets
On May 19th, Nap-Well Homemakers Club met at the CCC in Wellington, with twelve members and one guest present.
Locals named to dean’s list at Missouri State University
Each semester, students at Missouri State University who attain academic excellence are named to the dean’s list.

Lexington’s first mayor rose from penniless orphan to judge
The story of Lexington’s first mayor, Judge Eldridge Burden, is an example of a man rising to prominence on the strength of his own merits and determination.

Three Lexington players receive All Conference recognition
Three Lexington Minutemen Baseball players received MRVC East All Conference recognition, as junior, Alex Kraft was named to the All Conference second team, while seniors, Trey Perez and Hunter Meyer both received Honorable Mention recognition.
