August 18, 2026
Higginsville Advance News
Local Democrats donate to county food pantries
Last month, the Lafayette County Democratic Central Committee and Club voted to donate to the food pantries in our county for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. The Club gave monetary donations to pantries in Concordia, Higginsville, Lexington, Odessa, Waverly and Wellington. This aligns with their vision and mission to be the welcoming, inclusive party of choice for Lafayette County voters, championing fairness and an engaged sense of community, ensuring everyone is respected and has equal opportunity. The Club has participated in the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service for several years. This year, it fell on Jan. 19 and it was a perfect time to help local food pantries. The Club appreciates the work they do for those in need, especially during this time when food, child care and health care assistance is being cut or eliminated.
LCC-1 New Administrators 2026-2027
The Lafayette County Board of Education recently announced the selection of Dr Theresa Christian to be the new Superintendent, effective July 1, 2026. Outgoing Superintendent Aaron Knipmeyer will continue in that role until the end of June. Nikki McElwee was also selected to be the new elementary school principal starting August 1, 2026. We will be talking with them more in the future, including indepth information regarding their new upcoming roles. Let’s welcome our newest Huskers!
Higginsville Board Of Aldermen
Department Reports: Water / Wastewater Brandon Craig, Supt
Susan Otero Joins The Higginsville Advance
Advance News editor Ladies and gentlemen allow me to introduce you to my replacement Susan Otero.
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Luke 18:27 - “And he said, The things which are impossible with men are possible with God.”
County Adopts 2026 Budget
Lexington News Following a public hearing, Lafayette County Commissioners last Wednesday approved the 2026 county budget, capping a long and tumultuous budget process during which county officeholders were asked to trim their respective budgets to help the county overcome a significant budget shortfall.
Dr. Rhadans Named LRHC Physician of the Year
Dr. Rhadans Named LRHC Physician of the Year
Lexington Approves DAR America 250! Patriot Marker
The City of Lexington has approved a request from the Missouri State Society Daughters of the American Revolution (MSSDAR) to install a DAR America 250! Patriot Marker in the public park surrounding the Madonna of the Trail monument.