Winter Storm Fern Hits Hard
Article by Steve Corlew At least two people lost their lives, thousands were without power for days, property was damaged and the effects of the January winter storm will be felt for months. As snow and ice melt, Henderson Countians have been digging out hoping to return to normal life even though… For complete coverage,…
Read MoreMcPeake Inducted into Hall of Fame
Diane McPeake was inducted into the PCA (Professional Cowboys Association) Hall of Fame during the PCA Finals held January 29th – February 1st in Biloxi, MS. The Top 15 from each event of the year compete for year end awards. Diane helps the… For complete coverage, see the February 4th edition of The Lexington Progress.…
Read MorePark Honors a Lexington Groundbreaking Alderman
Article by Steve Corlew This marks the 100th anniversary of the celebration of Black History in the United States. What started as “Negro History Week” by noted historian, Carter G. Woodson, and the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History grew into a month-long celebration in… For complete coverage, see the February 4th…
Read MoreObituaries February 4, 2026
Betty Joyce Allen, 71 Shirley Jean Altom, 81 Alvin Danny Bailey, 83 Carolyn Barker, 81 Liddy Ellen Buthune, 93 Sarah Jo Grimes Crawford, 83 Billie Marie Golladay, 81 For complete obituaries, see the February 4th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!
Read MoreScotts Hill Falls in Pair of Games
Article by Jordan Morris The Scotts Hill High School boys basketball team faced a challenging stretch last week, dropping back-to-back games against Madison and Clarksburg while continuing to compete against strong opponents. Scotts Hill opened the week at home Monday, Jan. 20, against… For complete coverage, see the January 28th edition of The Lexington Progress.…
Read MoreLawmakers Meet with HCBOE to Discuss Education Issues
Article by Steve Corlew Henderson County’s legislative delegation met with the Henderson County Board of Education on January 23rd to review the legislative agenda for the 114th Tennessee General Assembly. State Representatives Brock Martin (R-Huntingdon) and Kirk Haston (R-Lobelville) and State Senator Ed Jackson (R-Jackson) joined the… For complete coverage, see the January 28th edition…
Read MoreLady Tigers Split a Pair of Games
Article by Jordan Morris The Lexington Lady Tigers faced a challenging road test before responding with a strong performance at home, splitting a pair of games last week. Lexington traveled to Southside on Tuesday, Jan. 20, and suffered a… For complete coverage, see the January 28th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!
Read MoreMcCready Looks Back at His Term as County Mayor
Article by Steve Corlew Henderson County Mayor Robbie McCready looked back on his four years in office as he prepares for his future. Mayor McCready gave his final, for now, “State of the County” address to the Lexington Rotary Club on Tuesday, January 20th. The mayor announced in December that he did not plan to……
Read MoreScotts Hill Lady Lions Sweep Madison, Clarksburg
Article by Jordan Morris The Scotts Hill Lady Lions put together an impressive week on the court, earning a pair of victories behind strong defensive effort and balanced scoring. Scotts Hill opened the week at home Tuesday, Jan. 20, with a… For complete coverage, see the January 28th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!
Read MoreState of Emergency Declared!
Article by Steve Corlew A State of Emergency has been declared in Henderson County after sleet, freezing rain, and snow blanketed the mid-south. The winter mess downed trees and power lines collapsed roofs on barns and other structures and brought industry and business to a virtual halt. The storm was… For complete coverage, see the…
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