April 1, 2026
Lexington News
Candidates needed for Care Connection Executive Board1
Care Connection for Aging Services is seeking residents to file as candidates for its Executive Board of Directors. Board seats will be open for elections in these counties: Bates, Benton, Carroll, Chariton, Hickory, Lafayette, Saline, and Vernon.
Negro League Baseball Museum: Kansas City’s gem
Spring training has started, so what better way to celebrate than to take a trip to Kansas City’s Negro League Baseball Museum.
Foundation lists calendar of events
Mayview Mo Foundation’s calendar of events for this year has been announced.
Chief speaks
A number of local merchants attended the Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce’s Quarterly Luncheon on March 2 to hear Police Chief Josh Coen’s presentation on how our local police department can help assist with safety concerns. Be watching for the next program presented by the Chamber of Commerce. It’s one of the many member benefits to help build a strong business community.
Shoe collection under way
Lexington Rotary Club is sponsoring its 25th annual collection of Shoes for Orphan Souls. Shoes collected this year have been earmarked to be sent to Africa and Central America for young children there.
Homfeld Scholarship available
Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Darrick K. Homfeld Memorial Scholarship. This is the 28th year this scholarship has been available to assist students pursuing technical studies.
Cut to the Chase
At a time when largescale infrastructure projects and renewable energy development continue to reshape Missouri’s rural landscape, state policy must reflect fairness, transparency, and respect for landowners. This is why Missouri Farm Bureau is advocating for the adoption of the Landowners Fairness Act. The bill sets statewide standards – across all condemning authorities – for how landowners should be treated before, during and after the condemnation process.
Something’s Coming — Joyful and Positive!
Can you remember the feelings you get when the Christmas lights come on downtown for the season? Do you remember what it feels like to drive through town and be awash in the warmth of the seasonal color, the vibrancy, the nostalgia, the pure joy?