Lexington News News

Post clock to stand as sentinel at Main St. Park
News Editor The Lexington Rotary Club has always looked to do special things for the community to mark its milestone years, and the club is planning something no less special this year to celebrate its 100th anniversary.
Change of venue in armed robbery case
A criminal case involving the armed robbery of a Lexington pharmacy will be tried in Saline County following a courtapproved change of venue.

Remember When: A happy Valentine’s Day at The LEX
On Saturday evening, Feb. 14, we walked into The LEX’s elegant foyer and up the steps into the large room set with pink satin tablecloths on round tables.
Hoflander delivers county budget message
To the Citizens of Lafayette County: As Presiding Commissioner, I would like to thank my fellow Commissioners, Monica Ritter (Northern District) and Michael Brown (Southern District) for their service to Lafayette County. We welcomed Michael Brown to the Commission in November 2025 when he replaced Brad MacLaughlin as Southern District Commissioner. Brad resigned on October 8, 2025. Michael Brown subsequently received Governor Mike Kehoe’s appointment to fill that vacancy. He was sworn in on November 26, 2025.
Traffic safety program to be offered
First Impact, a program offered by ThinkFirst Missouri, is a traffic safety program that educates parents about Missouri’s Graduated Driver License (GDL) law as well as provides them with the tools they need to monitor, coach and support their new teen driver.
War: Where integrity and brutality collide
(If you love history, consider sponsoring this series, it’s not much. Contact Joe, 660-259-2266 at the paper for details.)
SWCD hosting annual poster contest
The Lafayette County Soil and Water Conservation District would like to invite 4th grade students in Lafayette County to participate in our annual Conservation poster contest.
Shoes for Orphan Souls
Lexington Rotary Club is sponsoring its 25th annual collection of Shoes for Orphan Souls. Shoes collected this year have been earmarked to be sent to Africa and Central America for young children there.
LEXINGTON SCHOOL DISTRICT ACTIVITY SCHEDULE Wednesday February 18
6:00 Scholarship/Financial Aid Meeting
