October 16, 2026
Lexington News
Historic Moorehead House gets its crown back
A historic home with deep roots in Lexington’s history is regaining its original splendor. Clint and Morgan Paul recently installed a new copper crest atop the tower of the Moorehead Home at 1314 South Street early in the morning on July 3, 2026.
Lafayette County Cancer Coalition to meet July 30
The next General Membership meeting of the Lafayette County Cancer Coalition will be Thursday, July 30 beginning at 7 p.m. at Salem United Church of Christ, Higginsville.
21st Missouri River 340 set for July 28-31
Area river enthusiasts should prepare to visit their local marina later this month, as the 21st annual MR340 is scheduled for July 28 - July 31, 2026.
SORORITY MEETS Alpha Epsilon Beta
SORORITY MEETS Alpha Epsilon Beta Chapter met Sunday, July 12 at Cathy Pohle’s pool for their unbirthday party. Front row left to right: Lucas and Lilly Opfer. Middle Row: Shari Thomas, Michelle McKown, Becky Gore, Amber Opfer, and Devon Smith. Back Row: Jim Thomas, Brian McKown, Jeremy Gore, John Opfer, and Brad Smith.
Catfish Tournament, Riverfest planned
Central Missouri Catfish Tournaments will host an overnight Catfish Tournament on Saturday, July 25 and Sunday, July 26 at Riverfront Park in Lexington.
Chaney among Regional Teachers of the Year
Sarah Anne Chaney, 11th-12th grade Career and Technical Instructor, is among the 35 Regional Teachers of the Year who have been selected to represent their regions in the The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s 2027 Missouri Teacher of the Year Program.
Porches and Peaches set Saturday
One of Lexington’s signature summer events, Porches and Peaches, returns to the LEX on Saturday, July 25 from 10 a.m.4 p.m.
GIRLS STATE
GIRLS STATE PRESENTATION Lexington students Emerson Worthington and Mizsa White attended last week’s meeting of the Lexington Rotary Club to give a presentation about their experiences at Girls State sponsored by Rotary. Unable to attend was Kristy Rangel, who did submit her experience about Girls State also. From left are, back, Marcus Lundin, Earl Parris, Aubrey Burk, Dave Rich, Steven Fuller, Jim Martin and Tom Hughes. Pictured in front are White, Worthington and Blaine Rogers.