October 16, 2026
Lexington News
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.
Vets Memorial Brick Program update
The Friends of the Lafayette County Veterans Memorial remind community members that the application deadline for the Veterans Memorial Brick Program is quickly approaching. All applications must be submitted by April 9 to be considered for this meaningful opportunity to honor Lafayette County veterans. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure their submissions are received before the deadline.
Lexington golfers host quad meet at Shirkey
The Lexington Minutemen Golf Team hosted the Lexington Quad Golf Meet, that was held on March 25 at Shirkey Golf Course in Richmond.
Aull About Sports
In today’s column, we will recap the 2025-26 Lexington Boys Basketball season, which will conclude our review of the different Winter Sports.
County Democrats to meet
The Lafayette County Democratic Central Committee and Club will convene on Sunday, April 12 at 5:30 PM at the Fairground Park Administration Building, situated at 801 West 29th Street, Higginsville.
Lafayette County Senior Tax Credit Application period now open
The annual Lafayette County Senior Tax Credit Application period is now open. The application period is April
Auxiliary scholarship
The Lafayette Regional Health Center Auxiliary is offering $1,000 scholarships to eligible students.