October 16, 2026
Lexington News
Royals players shine in World Baseball Classic
Quite a few Kansas City Royals Baseball players did themselves proud recently, as they played well in the World Baseball Classic that wrapped up a week ago Tuesday in Miami. The World Baseball Classic is a World Championship Baseball Tournament that attracted teams from 20 different Countries from different parts of the World.
New art exhibit to feature photos of Lexington in 1956
The Lexington Arts Council will be opening a new art exhibit on April 10 featuring photos of life in Lexington in 1956.
Many athletes introduced at Meet the Minutemen
A large crowd was on hand as the annual Spring edition of Meet the Minutemen was held a week ago Tuesday at Lexington High School. A large number of athletes from both Lexington High School and Middle School were introduced, and are participating in numerous Sports this Spring at one of the schools. Following is a rundown of the teams that were introduced last Tuesday, as well as the number of athletes that are currently members of each team: The Powerlifting team is coached by Ben Friedrich and assistant coach is April Archibeque. There are 24 athletes on this team consisting of one senior, 2 juniors, 6 freshmen, 5 eighth graders and 10 seventh grade students.
PD receives Blue Shield Designation
The Lexington Police Department last week received official word from the Missouri Department of Public Safety that it has earned the Missouri Blue Shield designation for 2026.
Proposed 2027 city budget ‘cautious but responsible’
News Editor The Lexington City Council last Tuesday conducted the legally required fiscal year 2027 public hearing where the City Administrator answered City Council member questions regarding the proposed city fiscal year 2027 budget.
The Lexington News has moved!
The Lexington News office at 1009 Franklin Ave. has officially closed its doors.
Local teen launches ‘Crown Your Confidence’ events
Isabelle Liberty Newman, a 17-year-old standout student at Lafayette County High School, is on a mission to empower others while chasing a historic goal.