August 26, 2026
Lexington News
From “Oh Lexington,”
Yeah the past ain’t gone it just settles in Like the dust on boots or the violin Oh Lexington let your story flow Like the mighty Missouri rolls below. Students walk where the soldiers fell Past and present woven so well Every brick got a tale to tell In this quiet town where the spirits dwell. From steamboat days to the railroad line Through hardship, hope and the test of time Every sunset paints it gold like a story still being told
(Part 2) D-Day: Through their eyes
(We appreciate Paul Wolfgeher for enjoying history and sponsoring this series.) ——— Pulling off I-70 at Boonville years ago, I saw 2 little old ladies with West Virginia plates struggling at the gas pumps. “Can I help?” I offered. “Yes, oh thank you!” was their cute Appalachian response.
Comments sought on utility assistance programs
The Missouri Public Service Commission (PSC) is requesting public comment from Missourians regarding investor- owned utility assistance programs in the state.
Missouri Tigers to open season at home Sept. 3
The Missouri Tigers Football team will open the 2026 season on Thursday night, September 3 against Arkansas-Pine Bluff, at 7:00 pm at Faurot Field in Columbia. In week 2, Mizzou will travel to Lawrence for a Border War Showdown game against the Kansas Jayhawks, under the Friday Night lights.
Area athletes place in Show Me Games Track and Field meet
Numerous area athletes competed and placed in the Track and Field meet that was held the weekend of Saturday, July 25 and Sunday, July 26 at Battle High School in Columbia, as part of the 42nd annual Missouri State Show Me Games.
Aull About Sports
I know that for many years, most of us who are Kansas City Royals Baseball fans, have felt that there is only one player who could truly be given the title: “Mr. Kansas City Royal.” And of course, that would be none other than George Brett, and it would be hard for anyone to truly dispute that claim.
Open house held for LCE’s new employee break area
Community members, supporters, employees, and local leaders gathered on Wednesday, July 29, to celebrate Lafayette County Enterprises (LCE) during a special Open House and Ribbon Cutting ceremony showcasing the organization’s newest addition — an outdoor employee break area.
Riverfest brings families, music, catfishing to riverfront
Lexington’s first ever Riverfest was held Saturday, July 25, drawing families, anglers, and visitors to the Missouri River for a full day of free entertainment and community activities celebrating one of the city’s greatest natural assets.
Lafayette County Courts awarded grant funding for family stabilization program
15th Judicial Circuit Judge Josh Taylor is happy to announce that Lafayette County is the recipient of grant funding for a new program designed to assist families in obtaining legal services.
Subject in shooting investigation found dead
On Saturday, August 1, at approximately 12:44 p.m., officers with the Lexington Police Department were dispatched to the area of Summit Camp Road following a report of a deceased individual.