Spring Cleaning is Underway, Litter Events Planned
Article by Steve Corlew- The Henderson County Solid Waste Department has begun spring cleaning as crews were out, February 11th, picking up trash along Henderson County roads. Henderson County Mayor Robbie McCready is asking everyone to use caution while traveling the roads where the crews are working. McCready said they plan to have crews out…
Read MoreLHS Tigers Fall in Close Game to Chester County
Article by Jordan Morris- The Lexington Tigers basketball club matched up with the Chester County Eagles this past Friday, February 10. The Tigers wanted to add one more win to their regular-season record. The Tigers could not secure the victory over the Eagles. Lexington lost by only two points with a final score of 52-54.…
Read MoreObituaries For February 15, 2023 Edition
Patricia Ann “Elliott Ellis, 81 Bonnie Johnson, 98 Ersie B. Maness, 94 Addie Mae Moody, 92 Brittany Pals, 26 Lois Kaye Smith, 67 For complete obituaries, see the February 15th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!
Read MoreSeveral Black Law Enforcement Officers Serve Henderson County
Article by Steve Corlew- February is Black History Month, and with The Lexington Progress’ Back to the Badge issue, it couldn’t be a better time to spotlight the black officers who have served our community. Henderson County Sheriff’s Department Lt. Victor Stanford has put together and shared a history of those black officers, from the…
Read MoreLady Tigers Secure the Win over Hardin County
Article by Jordan Morris- The Lexington Lady Tigers basketball program faced off against the Hardin County Lady Tigers this past Friday, February 3. Lexington was coming off a big 30-point loss to McNairy in their last outing. The Lexington Lady Tigers wanted to get back in the win column. Lexington was able to secure a…
Read MoreHenderson Co. Schools Celebrate School Counselor’s Week
Article by Steve Corlew- The Henderson County School System is celebrating National School Counseling Week February 6th -10th. Director of Schools Danny Beecham says he is proud to recognize the vital role that school counselors play in helping students achieve their full potential. This year’s theme, “Helping Students Dream Big,” highlights the ongoing efforts of school…
Read MoreLady Lions Defeat the Lady Mustangs
Article by Jordan Morris- The Scotts Hill Lady Lions basketball program traveled to Jackson this past Friday, February 3, to take on the Madison Academic Lady Mustangs. Scotts Hill was looking to go back-to-back in the win column after their win over Adamsville in their last outing. The Lady Lions completed the back-to-back wins by…
Read MoreFire Depts. to Receive Grant
Article by Steve Corlew- The Henderson County Fire Department has been awarded a $63,300 grant, from the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance to be used to replace existing fire fighter personal protection gear. According to Henderson County Fire Chief Lynn Murphy, the equipment is much needed. A total of 147 Tennessee Volunteer Fire departments…
Read MoreLHS Tigers Collect Back-to-Back Wins
Article by Jordan Morris- The Lexington Tigers basketball team took on the Hardin County Tigers last Friday, February 3. Lexington wanted to collect back-to-back wins after beating McNairy County in the previous game. The Lexington Tigers knew it was going to be a hard-fought game, and they ultimately delivered the win for the home crowd.…
Read MoreGet Notified, Join CodeRED
Article by Steve Corlew- The Lexington Utilities System has joined CodeRED, a notification system designed to inform the public in the event of an emergency. The system has been in use for a few years, but officials are trying to get the word out so everyone is aware of the system, and those that haven’t…
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