June 5, 2026
Higginsville Advance
Corder VFW Scholarship Winners
The VFW is proud to support youth across our community through two national scholarship programs that encourage students to reflect on patriotism, service, and their role in our country’s future. Patriot’s Pen Essay Contest This contest is open to middle school students (grades 5-8) and asks students to write a 300–400 word essay based on a patriotic theme chosen by the VFW each year. It encourages young Americans to explore what patriotism means and how they can support and serve their country.
Sweet Springs Receives Blue Shield Designation
The City of Sweet Springs is the latest community to be awarded a 2026 Missouri Blue Shield designation by the Missouri Department of Public Safety.
Changes Highlight Spring Meeting for Activities Association
Mayview, Missouri - The state high school activities association recently held it’s annual spring meeting and once again there was plenty on the agenda.
Higginsville Habilitation Center January 2026 Team Member of the Month.
Higginsville Habilitation Center January 2026 Team Member of the Month.
Lafayette County C-1 School Board Elections
Next week, on April 7th, the Lafayette County voters will be heading to the polls. There will be three candidates running for the Lafayette County C-1 School Board. Please meet Mr. Matt Parks, our last candidate to be introduced.
County Commissioners discuss use tax ballot issue
A question regarding reallocation of the county’s use tax that will appear on the April 7 ballot was a topic of discussion at last week’s Lexington City Council meeting, a public hearing last Wednesday at the county courthouse, and a meeting of county mayors and County Commissioners last Thursday night at City Hall.
CHARGES FILED IN CASE INVOLVING SEXUAL CONTACT BETWEEN SCHOOL EMPLOYEE AND STUDENT
The Lafayette County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office announces that criminal charges have been filed in connection with an investigation involving a school employee and an 18-year-old student. Following a referral and subsequent review of the reports provided by Lexington Police Department, the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office has charged Ashley Dobson of Lexington, Missouri, a school employee, with sexual contact with a student, in violation of Missouri law.
LRHC Auxiliary Scholarships Available
The Lafayette Regional Health Center Auxiliary is offering $1,000 scholarships to eligible students.
LCHD Closed For Training
The Lafayette County Health Department will be closed Tuesday, April 7th, for staff development/training. The Health Department will resume regular service hours on Wednesday April 8th 8:30am – 4:45pm.
EASTER IS FOR JESUS, SILLY RABBIT!
This Sunday we celebrate Resurrection Day, commonly referred to as ‘Easter’ Sunday. Our Easter message is simple: Celebrate Jesus and His gift. (What is His gift? Read the biblical account of Jesus’ resurrection in the Book of Matthew Chapter 28.)