Lexington News
AARP Chapter meets Aug. 11
Wellington AARP Chapter #997 will have a pot luck dinner and program on Tuesday, Aug. 11 at the Community Christian Center, 710 W. Highway 224 in Wellington, starting at 6:30 p.m.
Quilt Show
In conjunction with Odessa Puddle Jumper Days, Community Quilters of Odessa invite quilters from throughout the region to attend a Quilt Show Aug. 14 and 15 at the first United Methodist Church, 301 S. First Street Odessa.
Gov. recognizes partnership with Panama
Governor Mike Kehoe has announced that he will lead a Missouri delegation to the Republic of Panama, August 5-8, to celebrate 30 years of the Missouri National Guard’s partnership with Panama, as well as promote the state as a prime destination for global business investment and expansion.

Getting creative
Olive Jukes and James Jukes created this masterpiece, titled “ThunderBird,” for the Decorated Bell Contest sponsored by the Lexington Community Fair Board and Lexington Arts Council.
From “Oh Lexington,”
Yeah the past ain’t gone it just settles in Like the dust on boots or the violin Oh Lexington let your story flow Like the mighty Missouri rolls below. Students walk where the soldiers fell Past and present woven so well Every brick got a tale to tell In this quiet town where the spirits dwell. From steamboat days to the railroad line Through hardship, hope and the test of time Every sunset paints it gold like a story still being told
(Part 2) D-Day: Through their eyes
(We appreciate Paul Wolfgeher for enjoying history and sponsoring this series.) ——— Pulling off I-70 at Boonville years ago, I saw 2 little old ladies with West Virginia plates struggling at the gas pumps. “Can I help?” I offered. “Yes, oh thank you!” was their cute Appalachian response.
Comments sought on utility assistance programs
The Missouri Public Service Commission (PSC) is requesting public comment from Missourians regarding investor- owned utility assistance programs in the state.
Open house held for LCE’s new employee break area
Community members, supporters, employees, and local leaders gathered on Wednesday, July 29, to celebrate Lafayette County Enterprises (LCE) during a special Open House and Ribbon Cutting ceremony showcasing the organization’s newest addition — an outdoor employee break area.
Riverfest brings families, music, catfishing to riverfront
Lexington’s first ever Riverfest was held Saturday, July 25, drawing families, anglers, and visitors to the Missouri River for a full day of free entertainment and community activities celebrating one of the city’s greatest natural assets.
Lafayette County Courts awarded grant funding for family stabilization program
15th Judicial Circuit Judge Josh Taylor is happy to announce that Lafayette County is the recipient of grant funding for a new program designed to assist families in obtaining legal services.
