Lions Win Two Straight to Advance to Substate
Article by Jordan Morris The Scotts Hill Lions kept their postseason run alive Saturday by winning two elimination games to earn a spot in the substate round. Scotts Hill opened the day with a 2-0 victory over Peabody behind a strong pitching performance from Ridley Clenny. The Lions scattered… For complete coverage, see the May…
Read MoreNational Day of Prayer Glorifies God
Article by Steve Corlew Henderson Countians gathered around the pavilion at the Henderson County Courthouse on Thursday, May 7th, to take part in the 75th annual National Day of Prayer. The Lexington Middle School Choir, led by Principal Whitney Owens sang “God Bless the USA”. Mike Thrower, minister of Senior Adults and Pastoral Care was…
Read MoreLady Tigers Capture District Championship
Article by Jordan Morris The Lexington Lady Tigers are district champions. Lexington claimed the title by winning two of three games against McNairy Central in the District Tournament. After opening the tournament with a dramatic 3-2 extra-inning victory on Tuesday, the Lady Tigers dropped… For complete coverage, see the May 13th edition of the Lexington…
Read MoreAldermen Postpone Budgets Until May 26th
Article by Steve Corlew Faced with a widening gap between revenue and expenses, Lexington officials delayed the first reading of the budgets for city owned utilities until the board’s meeting later this month. The Lexington Board of Aldermen will hold its regular meeting on… For complete coverage, see the May 13th edition of the Lexington…
Read MoreScotts Hill Lady Lions Finish as District Runner-Up
Article by Jordan Morris The Scotts Hill Lady Lions wrapped up a strong postseason run last week, finishing as district runner-up and advancing to the Region Tournament. Scotts Hill opened postseason play with a dominant 15-0 victory over Madison Academic on Tuesday. The Lady Lions exploded for… For complete coverage, see the May 13th edition…
Read MoreObituaries May 13, 2026
Elwanda Bryant, 81 Linda Faye Mullins Coleman, 79 John Douglas, 86 Wayman Joe Douglas, 93 Jesse James Fehland, 44 Kenneth Owen Hambert, 70 Fonda Kay Lee, 74 Brandi “Brandi” Lindsey, 45 Sylvia Gail Garner Millner, 67 Roscoe Overman, 78 Dennis Everett Peevyhouse, 75 Peggy Rhodes, 91 For complete obituaries, see the May 13th edition of…
Read MoreLady Lions Open District Tournament With Dominant Win
Article by Jordan Morris The Scotts Hill Lady Lions made a strong statement to begin the District Tournament on Friday, overwhelming Liberty Tech 20-0 in a run-rule victory. Scotts Hill wasted no time taking control, erupting for 20 runs in the opening inning behind a relentless offensive attack. The Lady Lions finished… For complete coverage,…
Read MoreCommunity Leaders Discuss Roads and Review Summer Plans
Article by Steve Corlew The Henderson County Joint Economic Development Board discussed local roads, community activities, and working together during the group’s quarterly meeting on Wednesday, April 29th. The board also heard about the recent property reappraisal and what that might mean for the communities (see related story). This year, due to … For complete…
Read MoreLady Tigers Open District Tournament With Win
Article by Jordan Morris The Lexington Lady Tigers opened District Tournament play Friday with a solid 5-1 victory over Chester County, using timely hitting and strong pitching to advance. After a scoreless first two innings, Lexington broke through in the third, plating… For complete coverage, see the May 6th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe…
Read MoreHighly Decorated Soldier Shares His Story
Article by Steve Corlew Air Force Col. James C. Harding (Ret.) recounted his military service including his famous rescue mission in 1972 to help rescue a down pilot and gunner over North Vietnam when he spoke at the Lexington Rotary Club on Tuesday, April 28th. Harding also was a guest at the Henderson County Republican…
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