June 5, 2026
February 2026
Booker Retires from the Advance
Okay, so as I’m putting a wrap on this newspaper gig, I am taking advantage one more time to share...one more time! Here are a few reflections for you, our faithful subscribers; many who have become good friends of mine as well!
Dorothy Marie Anderson
February 17, 1931-February 14, 2026 Ms. Dorothy Marie Anderson was born on February 17, 1931, on a farm south of Higginsville, MO to Rose and Paul Johns. Dorothy was one of five children, two brothers, Billy Jo and Richard, and two sisters Faye and Wanda. She went to school and graduated from Higginsville High School in 1950. On June 3, 1950, she and William Junior Anderson were married. Four boys were born from this union: Wayne, Larry, Ronnie, and Darrell. Dorothy and Bill shared a wonderful life together until his death in 1983.
Lily Janice Eagle
February 11, 2026-February 11, 2026 Lily Janice Eagle, 20 week fetus, of Sweet Springs, was stillborn on February 11, 2026 at St. Luke’s Hospital.
Children’s Mercy Teddy Bear Toss
On Feb. 10th Children’s Mercy Hospital sponsored Youth Night and the Teddy Bear Toss at Laf. Co C-1. During halftime at the Higginsvile vs. Lexington basketball game, fans were invited to toss teddy bears or stuffed animals onto the court. All donated items were collected and donated to Children’s Mercy Hospital in KC.
HIGGINSVILLE LANES BOWLING RESULTS
High Scorers for February 13 thru 19
Lafayette County Soil & Water Conservation District Open House and Lunch
The Lafayette County Soil & Water District will be hosting the annual open house on Wednesday, March 4th, 2026 from 9:00am to 1:00pm. The program will include Shelby Jenkins, MU Livestock Specialist, and Luke Skinner, NRCS Soil Scientist, who will present the Rainfall Simulator. The winners of the 4th grade poster contest will be recognized.
Lady Husker Hoops End Regular Season with Two Losses
The Lady Huskers were north of the Big Muddy in Ray County last week to take on the Lady Spartans in Richmond. The spmewhat up and down Blue and Gold squad had defeated RHS 46-32 in early February in their last meeting.
