No Change in City Property Tax; Raises and Bonuses Approved
Article by W. Clay Crook- The Board of Mayor and Aldermen for Lexington met in their regular voting work session on Monday evening, June 28, 2021, at the Lexington Utilities Operations Facility on Maple Street. In the consent agenda, the board approved the second reading on the ordinance to adopt new solid waste fund rates,…
Read MoreFormer Lexington Resident John McAfee Dies While Facing Extradition
Article by W. Clay Crook- John McAfee was a familiar face in Lexington for a number of years but moved out of the area sometime before 2020. The former computer virus software founder and bit-coin entrepreneur was reported as dead on June 23rd by national news services. According to the headlines, McAfee had been incarcerated…
Read MoreSmall One Step Closer to the Majors
Article by Blake Franklin- An announcement by the Milwaukee Brewers’ organization came on Tuesday, June 22, 2021, that has a major impact on the life of a native of Lexington, Tennessee. Ethan Small is a left-handed minor-league pitcher for the Brewers. He recently was promoted from Double-A Biloxi to Triple-A Nashville. Ethan is considered the…
Read MoreRelay for Life Hosts 2021 Luminary Ceremony
Article by W. Clay Crook- The lights began to flicker in the Relay for Life luminary bags, highlighting the names of loved ones in the struggle against cancer. The Luminary Ceremony was held on the south side of the Henderson County Courthouse on Saturday evening, June 26, 2021, with the opening ceremony at 8:00 p.m.…
Read MoreRobbery at McDonald’s Parkers Crossroads Leads to Arrest
Article by W. Clay Crook- According to a report released by Captain Tracey Grisham, the suspect who robbed the McDonald’s at Parkers Crossroads on Sunday, June 27, 2021, was arrested that afternoon in Madison County and is on hold in Jackson, Tennessee. According to the report Antonio Corvelle Pitts, age 20 of Huntsville, Alabama, was…
Read MoreLexington Fire Department Saves Home on Brentwood Drive
Article by W. Clay Crook- The Lexington Fire Department responded to a dispatch call in the late evening hours of Saturday, June 26, 2021, for a residence at 119 Brentwood Drive. Wesley Vaughn, with the Lexington Fire Department, said that twelve firefighters responded to the blaze, which started with an electrical issue in one of…
Read More6U All-Stars Bring Home State Championship
Article by Blake Franklin- The Lexington 6U All-Stars competed in the FASA TN State Tournament in Atoka, TN on June 26th & 27th. Lexington 6U went undefeated, with a record of 3-0, to win the State Championship. The team will be playing in the World Series in Pascagoula, Mississippi on July 7th – 11th. Pictured…
Read More2nd Annual Day for Compassion
Article by W. Clay Crook- The Combat for Compassion group hosted their 2nd Annual Day for Compassion at the City Park, Parkers Crossroads on Saturday, June 26, 2021. Combat for Compassion raises funds each year to help support children affected by veteran suicide. This year’s recipient was Cambrie McCasland. Studies show that there is an…
Read MoreCaywood Students Enjoy Career Day
Article by W. Clay Crook- “I want this to be more than just about vehicles, I want the guests to tell how they use their vehicles in their daily work,” said Caywood Principal Paden Buckley. “I want the kids to see what different careers there are…so they can explore all the avenues that are available…
Read More8U Lexington Girls Softball All-Stars Crowned State Champions
Article by Blake Franklin- The Lexington 8U All-Star team played in the FASA State Tournament in Atoka, TN on July 26th & 27th. The girls placed first and were crowned the FASA State Champions. They play in the FASA World Series, which will be held in Pascagoula, Mississippi on July 7th – 11th. Pictured are:…
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