August 26, 2026
Lexington News
R-5 School District News & Views
Lexington Early Childhood Center: Spring is Here We are excited about the warmer weather, the wind, and an opportunity to spend more time outside. At Lexington Early Childhood we celebrated Week of the Young Child last week.
Patrol seeks applicants
The Missouri State Highway Patrol is now accepting applications for the 128th Accelerated Recruit Class — a fast-track opportunity for experienced law enforcement professionals ready to take the next step.
Gas leak forces evacuation
Emergency crews responded to a gas leak Friday after a line was struck at 26th Street and Washington Street in Lexington.
MoDOT announces nightly lane/ramp closures, rolling stops on I-70
Crews will be conducting various nightly lane closures along the Interstate 70 corridor near downtown Kansas City from Monday, April 13 until Friday, April 17.… Login to continue reading Login…
Missing person advisory issued for Sweet Springs juvenile
A juvenile reported missing from Sweet Springs has been located safe following an Endangered Person Advisory issued by the Saline County Sheriff's Office.
RESCHEDULED: Lane/ramp closures planned on I-70 at Lafayette County Route H
Lane and ramp closures on Interstate 70 westbound at Lafayette County Route H will now be conducted Friday, April 17.
MoDOT announces lane closure on Hwy 13 in Ray County
The Missouri Department of Transportation will be performing a right lane closure on southbound Missouri Route 13.
One year since April 9
It’s been a hard year. Hard for all, devastating for some. As we approach the one year anniversary of the gas explosion in Lexington, we knew we needed to acknowledge the day, but it’s hard to find words.
City’s downtown recognized
Lexington’s unique and amazing downtown was recognized in the April issue of Rural Missouri magazine.
DAR holds meeting
The Lafayette-Lexington Chapter DAR met at the Trinity United Church of Christ in Lexington on March 18.