Tigers Edge North Side, Split Series Before Falling to Crockett
Article by Jordan Morris The Lexington Tigers put together a competitive three-game stretch last week, highlighted by a dramatic one-run victory to open a series with Jackson North Side before securing a series win and closing the week against a tough Crockett County squad. Lexington opened play Tuesday, April 14 with a high-scoring 12-11 win…
Read MoreCity, County Firemen Battle Largest Fire in Recent Years
Article by Steve Corlew City and county firefighters were tested on Tuesday, April 14th, when they jointly battled what is being called the largest fire in modern Henderson County history. At 1:55 p.m., the fire alarm company reported a fire alarm at HLJ Foam Products, 450 Mig Drive in Lexington. Smoke and flames could be…
Read MoreObituaries April 22, 2026
Louise Idella Cox, 90 Evelyn “Lavern” Eason, 96 Clyde Ray Fesmire, 76 Tasha Jaye Harrington, 63 Herbert Edward Hayes, 94 Billy Joe Littleton, 42 Kenneth Valentine, 64 Billie Charlene Hays Willis, 87 For complete obituaries, see the April 22nd edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!
Read MoreLady Tigers Split Busy Week Stay Explosive At The Plate
Article by Jordan Morris The Lexington Lady Tigers put together a packed week on the diamond, winning five of eight games while showcasing an explosive offense and steady production throughout a challenging slate. Lexington opened Monday with a dominant sweep of… For complete coverage, see the April 15th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!
Read MoreResidents Question City’s Speed Bump Policy Changes
The Lexington Aldermen’s Utility Board heard from an Eastern Shores resident about the recent change in the city’s policy on speed bumps, during the board’s meeting on Monday, April 13th. During the public comment section of the meeting, Jeremiah Bryant, an Eastern Shores resident, sought clarification of some of the city’s policies, specifically those associated…
Read MoreLions Go Undefeated With Four-Game Sweep
Article by Jordan Morris The Scotts Hill Lions turned in a perfect week on the diamond, winning all four games behind strong pitching and a balanced offensive attack. Scotts Hill opened play Monday, April 6 with a 6-2 win over Madison Academic. The Lions pulled away late with steady offense, led by… For complete coverage,…
Read MoreIDB Board Accepts State Industrial Grant
After a lengthy discussion about a recent $5,000,000 grant awarded by the Tennessee Economic and Community Development Commission for the construction of an industrial spec building, the Lexington Industrial Development Board voted to accept the award while Mayor Gordon Wildridge works out the details of the grant. This issue with the… For complete coverage, see…
Read MoreLady Lions Earn Three Wins, Sowell Reaches 200
Article by Jordan Morris The Scotts Hill Lady Lions put together an impressive week on the diamond, winning three of four games while showcasing dominant pitching and timely hitting. Scotts Hill opened the stretch Monday, April 6 with a commanding 17-1 victory over Madison Academic. The Lady Lions broke… For complete coverage, see the April…
Read MoreSBA Disaster Relief Coming to Henderson County
Article by Steve Corlew A team from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be in Henderson County April 20-22 to help businesses and private non-profit organizations apply for disaster loans due to the effects of Winter Storm Fern. A mobile office will be set up in the parking lot of the… For complete coverage,…
Read MoreObituaries April 15, 2026
Jessica Azbill, 35 Jeffery “G” Bailey, 67 Johnny A. Blankenship, 88 Louise Idella Cox, 90 Nancy Ella Creasy Greenway, 82 Sheila Ann Herdon, 69 Pamela Diane Koch, 71 Shannon Lee Mims, 58 Larry Renfroe, 73 For complete obituaries, see the April 15th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!
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