July 12, 2026
Lexington News
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.
Shroyer graduates from University of Montana
Nate Shroyer graduated cum laude from the University of Montana with a BSF Bachelor of Science in Foresty with a minor in Fire Science and Ecology.
Area students graduate from UCM
Area residents were among around 1,700 individuals who met graduate and undergraduate degree requirements and were eligible to participate in the University of Central Missouri’s (UCM) Spring 2026 Commencement exercises on Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9.
Commissioners discuss audit requirements, petition audit
Northern Lafayette County Commissioner Monica Ritter made the following statement on May 23.
Repertory Theatre to present ‘The ‘Lost Musketeer’
Central Missouri Repertory Theatre will take youth on a summer adventure with its touring production of “The Lost Musketeer,” featuring June shows in Richmond, Lexington and Warrensburg.
COC scholarships
The Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce offered two $1,500 scholarships to graduating high school seniors who attend Lexington High School. These students expressed an interest in improving the community of Lexington by working or living in the Lexington area in the future. Conner Soendker and Elijah Colon (not pictured) were this year’s deserving recipients. Pictured from left are Chelsea Huffman, Claire Steffens, Conner Soendker and Shelly Harden.