Countians Demonstrate the True Meaning of Christmas
Article by Steve Corlew It is the season of giving, and Henderson Countians have been showing up and showing out by preparing gift boxes, blankets, and money for many organizations. Whether it is feeding the homeless, filling blessing boxes or… For complete coverage, see the December 24th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!
Read MoreLexington Tigers Earn Home Win, Navigate Challenging Week
Article by Jordan Morris The Lexington High School Tigers opened last week with a strong home performance before facing a tough road test and a difficult matchup to close the stretch. Lexington earned a 57–43 home win over Madison on Dec. 15, powered by a standout offensive night from Aviance Huddleston. Huddleston poured in… For…
Read MoreLexington to Cease Curbside Recycling Pickup
Article by Steve Morris Lexington’s Public Works Department will end curbside recycling pickup beginning January 1st, the board of aldermen decided at its meeting on Monday, December 22nd. The city started a recycling program in 2012, issuing “blue” garbage bins to any resident that… For complete coverage, see the December 24th edition of The Lexington…
Read MoreScotts Hill Lady Lions Split Home Games Last Week
Article by Jordan Morris The Scotts Hill Lady Lions opened last week with a setback before responding with a strong bounce-back performance on their home floor. Scotts Hill dropped its first game of the week on Monday, Dec. 15, falling 40–25. Despite the loss, the Lady Lions saw… For complete coverage, see the December 24th…
Read MoreObituaries December 24, 2025
Marcia Burton, 74 Annie “Memaw” Green, 87 Shelton Robinson, 82 J. Wayne Stanfill Laura Lee Youngerman, 75 For complete obituaries, see the December 24th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!
Read MoreTigers Rebound With Win Over Scotts Hill After Falling to Bolivar
Article by Jordan Morris The Lexington High School boys basketball team split a pair of games last week, dropping a tough road contest early in the week before bouncing back with a solid rivalry win on Friday night. The Tigers opened the week on Tuesday, Dec. 9, with a 79–54 loss at Bolivar. Lexington faced…
Read MoreCommission Approves Solar Lease, Discusses Phone Contracts
Article by Steve Corlew The Henderson County Commission approved a proposal to lease unused property near the Henderson County Justice Center for a solar energy project. The commission has been in negotiations with… For complete coverage, see the December 17th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!
Read MoreLady Lions Open Week With Big Win, Fall to Lexington
Article by Jordan Morris The Scotts Hill High School Lady Lions turned in a strong week on the court, opening with a dominant home victory before falling to a tough Lexington squad later in the week. Scotts Hill began the week on Tuesday, Dec. 9, with an impressive 66–26 win over… For complete coverage, see…
Read MoreCandidates Announce Plans to Seek Sheriff’s Office
Article by Steve Corlew Candidates for the 2026 Henderson County Elections, can start to pick up qualifying petitions on Monday, December 22nd, and five candidates have already announced plans to enter the race for sheriff. The candidates announcing are… For complete coverage, see the December 17th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!
Read MoreLions Split Their Two Home Games
Article by Jordan Morris The Scotts Hill High School boys basketball team split a pair of home games last week, earning a solid win early in the week before falling in a competitive matchup on Friday night. The Lions opened the week on Tuesday, Dec. 9, with a strong 75–64 victory over Frank Hughes. Scotts…
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