Bypass Work Progresses, Lane Shifts Expected
Article by Steve Corlew- If you are traveling U.S. 412 between Jackson and Lexington beware of traffic flow changes due to the Lexington bypass construction. Crews are expected to start shifting traffic the week of May 8th, so watch for signs and construction crews. Those traveling from Jackson to Lexington eastbound will see the traffic…
Read MoreLady Tigers Softball Final Week of the Regular Season and Signings
Article by Jordan Morris- The Lexington Lady Tigers Softball Team had their last games of the regular season with the first game seeing them take on Hardin County. Mykenzi Duke was bad news for opposing pitchers on Tuesday, driving in six on three hits to lead the Lexington Lady Tigers past Hardin County 16-1 on…
Read MoreLeaders, Residents Gather for National Day of Prayer
Article by Steve Corlew- Community leaders, local religious leaders, and Henderson Countians gathered on the court square, Thursday, May 4th, taking part in the National Day of Prayer. This year’s theme was “Pray Fervently in Righteousness and Avail Much” echoed by keynote speaker Rev. Bryan Tubbs of the Keys Chapel United Methodist Church. “We all…
Read MoreLady Lions Softball Regular Season Ends & District Tournament Begins
Article by Jordan Morris- The Scotts Hill Lady Lions Softball Team played their final games of the regular season. The first game saw the Lady Lions lose to Hollow-Rock 4-1 last Tuesday, May 2. Katie Harper was on the mound for the Scotts Hill Lady Lions. The pitcher surrendered four runs on six hits over…
Read MorePlanning Commission Approves Aspell Site Plan
Article by Steve Corlew- The Lexington Planning Commission gave its approval to an Aspell Recovery Center on College Drive, Monday night. The commission voted to approve the site plan for a 2.07 acres site at the end of College Drive on the east side of Lexington. The center will be located near Jackson State Community…
Read MoreLexington Tigers Baseball Kickoff District Tournament
Article by Jordan Morris- The Lexington Tigers Baseball Program started the first round of the district tournament against Hardin County. The Lexington Tigers watched the game slip away early and couldn’t recover in an 8-3 loss to Hardin County on Tuesday. Jackson Coffman was the leading pitcher for the Lexington Tigers. The pitcher lasted five…
Read MoreLexington Wrestles with Speed Hump Complaints
Article by Steve Corlew- Speed humps, speed tables, and speed cushions, create a bumpy problem for the Lexington City Board. Lexington residents have requested to be included on the agenda at the board’s May meetings. In the last two weeks city crews have installed and reinstalled speed humps on Eastern Shores Drive and on Maywood…
Read MoreScotts Hill Mayor Honors Lady Lions Basketball Team
Article by Steve Corlew- The Scotts Hill Lady Lions won the district, regional and substate titles and were honored by the city, Friday, May 5th. Mayor Woody Capley declared Friday, “Coach Tracy Chandler Day,” as the city provided lunch for coach Chandler and the team. Capley, who is a Scotts Hill alumnus, said he knows…
Read MoreScotts Hill Baseball Knocked Out of District Tournament
Article by Jordan Morris- The Scotts Hill Lions Baseball Program started the week with their first district tournament game against Bolivar. The Lions won a close game with a 3-1 victory over the Bolivar Tigers last Tuesday, May 2. Ripken Clenny was on the mound all seven innings for the Lions. The right hander allowed…
Read MoreObituaries For May 10, 2023 Edition
Stella “Evaughn” Millinder Blankenship, 80 Thomas Jerry “Tom Cat” Blankenship, 68 Ron Dunavant, 55 Helen Geanette Johnson, 78 Rose Marie Kennedy, 68 Tom Peterson, 67 Alba “Abby” Ellen Scates Taylor, 92 For complete obituaries, see the May 10th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!
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