October 16, 2026
Lexington News
Lexington girls out hit Holden but come up short in the end
The Lexington Minutewomen Softball Team actually out hit the Holden Lady Eagles, but the visitors put 8 runs on the board in the final three innings and defeated the Lexington Girls 10 to 6 last Wednesday at Lexington Community Park.
CC to assist with Medicare Part D enrollment
Care Connection for Aging Services is accepting appointments to help older adults compare Medicare Part D plans when open enrollment begins Oct. 15.
Police Chief recognized for professional achievement and leadership
Lexington Police Chief Josh Coen is pleased to announce that he has been interviewed by Marquis Who’s Who and honored with recognition for professional achievement, leadership, and contributions to the field of law enforcement.
LCHD to be closed Oct. 12
The Lafayette County Health Department will be closed Monday, October 12 in observance of Columbus/Indigenous Peoples Day.
AARP Chapter to meet Oct. 13
Wellington AARP Chapter #997 will hold its monthly meeting, pot luck and program on Tuesday, Oct. 13 at the Community Christian Center cafeteria, 710 W. Highway 224, Wellington, at 6:30 p.m.
What?!! Not again!!! – part 2
I’m back. I know that the town is abuzz with anticipation of this conclusion on the trials and ailments of Dan Lloyd. If you didn’t read Part One, race to the newspaper office and secure a copy. I’ll wait….
Farm succession workshop planned in Higginsville
Missouri farm families planning for the next generation can attend one of five Farm Succession & Estate Planning Workshops hosted by FCS Financial in November.
Medical Center to host 14th Annual Ladies’ Night Out
Western Missouri Medical Center (WMMC) will host its 14th Annual Ladies’ Night Out from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, at the Jerry M. Hughes Athletics Center in Warrensburg.
Election update: Legal matter concerning district boundaries
Absentee voting for the Nov. 3 General Election began Sept. 22. Lafayette County voters should be aware of an ongoing legal matter concerning Missouri’s congressional district boundaries.