June 6, 2026
Lexington News News
Coen new Baby Grace director
Helping those in need can be a rewarding experience for volunteers who serve. That is the case for Lexington resident Jennifer Coen, who has been helping others for several years. In that effort, Coen has recently been named director of Lexington’s Baby Grace program.
City officials seeking aid for replacement of fire hydrants
News Editor During last week’s Lexington City Council meeting, Mayor Tom Hughes said officials are seeking federal funding to replace a number of fire hydrants around the city.
End of an era
News Editor When Gordon and Kathy Pierce decided to retire as long-time owners of Community Lumber & Ace Hardware in Lexington, there were definitely some mixed emotions involved.
Post clock to stand as sentinel at Main St. Park
News Editor The Lexington Rotary Club has always looked to do special things for the community to mark its milestone years, and the club is planning something no less special this year to celebrate its 100th anniversary.
Change of venue in armed robbery case
A criminal case involving the armed robbery of a Lexington pharmacy will be tried in Saline County following a courtapproved change of venue.
Remember When: A happy Valentine’s Day at The LEX
On Saturday evening, Feb. 14, we walked into The LEX’s elegant foyer and up the steps into the large room set with pink satin tablecloths on round tables.
LCHD announcement
The Lafayette County Health Department will be closed Tuesday, March 3rd from 8 a.m.-noon for staff development. The Health Department will be open from noon-5 p.m. that day.
Candidates sought for Silver Haired Legislature
Care Connection for Aging Services is seeking several older community members to represent and advocate for their peers about legislative issues affecting senior Missourians. Residents 60 and older are being sought to file as candidates for the Silver Haired Legislature’s elected body. Care Connection oversees a delegation of 12 seats in the Silver-Haired Legislature House of Representatives and three seats in the Senate.
Hoflander delivers county budget message
To the Citizens of Lafayette County: As Presiding Commissioner, I would like to thank my fellow Commissioners, Monica Ritter (Northern District) and Michael Brown (Southern District) for their service to Lafayette County. We welcomed Michael Brown to the Commission in November 2025 when he replaced Brad MacLaughlin as Southern District Commissioner. Brad resigned on October 8, 2025. Michael Brown subsequently received Governor Mike Kehoe’s appointment to fill that vacancy. He was sworn in on November 26, 2025.