October 16, 2026
Lexington News
Hughes re-elected Mayor
Incumbent Lexington Mayor Tom Hughes defeated challenger John Harden in last Tuesday’s election, earning 69 percent of the vote.
Sale of T-shirts to raise funds for proposed mural
News Editor The Lexington Community Fair Board is raising funds for a proposed mural to be painted on the side of the Standard Press building near the Main Street Park.
John Brown, Part 2: From Harpers Ferry to the Hangman’s Noose
In the late 1850’s the telegraph was brand-new. News and events of the day could now be transcribed in a central location and then shared throughout the newspaper world. John Brown knew that and with every killing, ambush or battle his exploits were known by supporters and enemies.
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.