July 12, 2026
Lexington News
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.
Northland Christian and Faith Christian win state titles
A week ago Tuesday, Northland Christian and Faith Christian Academy, both from Kansas City, won State Boys Baseball Championships at the State Tournament that was played at Ozark High School.
Confederate Memorial Day to be marked June 13
The Confederate Memorial Friends Association, along with the Confederate State Historic Site in Higginsville is sponsoring the annual Confederate Memorial Day on Saturday, June 13. At 10 a.m., refreshments will be served at the pergola, to mark the completion of restoration of the foundation of the Confederate Memorial rock. At 11 a.m., the Memorial service will begin.
Honor Walk Project gaining steam
News Editor The Lafayette County Military Honor Walk Project got a nice boost last Thursday when a news crew from Channel 41-Kansas City visited Lexington to interview project committee members for a story.
Playground dedication June 13
News Editor The dedication ceremony for the new playground facilities at College Park in Lexington is set for Saturday, June 13 at 10 a.m., Mayor Tom Hughes announced at last week’s City Council meeting.
Community Fair dates change
The dates of the Lexington Community Fair have changed to Aug. 15-22, according to Fair Board member Deb Bagley.
Commissioners discuss audit requirements, petition audit
Northern Lafayette County Commissioner Monica Ritter made the following statement on May 23.