HCSO, TBI Arrest Two Following Drug Investigation
Article by Steve Corlew A joint investigation by the Henderson County Sheriff’s Department and the TBI’s Drug Investigation Division has resulted in the arrest of a Lexington man and Huntingdon woman. Robert Christopher Holder, 56, of Lexington and Beverly Ann Cole, 51, of Humboldt were arrested… For complete coverage, see the June 5th edition of…
Read MoreSH Anglers Perform Community Service
Article Submitted We all know the Scotts Hill Student Anglers can definitely fish. You can see that by our results throughout the years. But, you may not know that we have a project each year where we give back to the community. This year we participated in the Clean Earth Challenge where young adults compete…
Read MoreSH Board Approves Budget, Hears Water Updates
Article by Steve Corlew The Scotts Hill City Board gave final approval to its 2024-25 budget and heard updates on plans to improve its water system, during the board’s regular session on Monday, June 3rd. The city’s budget, described as tight by city officials, was approved without a property tax increase. Scotts Hill, which is…
Read MoreCity Property Tax Proposal Brings Out Protectors
Article by Steve Corlew A crowd of about 50 protesters braved the rain, Saturday, June 1, shouting “No Tax Increase” as they expressed their disapproval of a proposed 70 percent property tax increase that has been proposed by the Lexington City Board. The protest came on Statehood… For complete coverage, see the June 5th edition…
Read MoreObituaries 6-5-24
Harold Wayne Austin, 83 Jeannie Lynn Cable, 54 Archie Arness Henry, 65 Anita “Kay” Holmes, 72 Timothy Carlisle Kelley, 66 Doloris Pfountz, 94 Nancy Gay Smith Wilson, 84 For complete obituaries, see the June 5th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!
Read MoreCity Votes Tax Increase, County Sends School Budget Back
Article by Steve Corlew The Lexington Board of Aldermen approve a 74-cent property tax rate increase, while the Henderson County Commission set the school’s budget back for reconsideration in separate meetings on Tuesday, May 28th. The first reading of the city budget was approved on a 4-3 vote after passionate pleas from citizens not to…
Read MoreVeterans Service Office Helps Veterans with Benefits
Article by Steve Corlew Henderson County’s veterans have someone to turn to when it comes to getting help with their benefits. Jimmy White, the county veterans service officer, maintains one of the full-time county veteran’s offices in the state. Currently Henderson County serves 1,585 veterans, but that number has been declining… For complete coverage, see…
Read MoreMemorial Day Honors Those Who Gave the Ultimate Sacrifice
Article by Steve Corlew For many, Memorial Day means the start of summer and a time to enjoy cookouts, the lakes, and outdoor activities, but for others it is a time to reflect and remember. Veterans and family members paused all across the county and around the country this past weekend to reflect on the…
Read MoreLady Tigers Eliminated from State
Article by Jordan Morris The Lexington Lady Tigers team played their final games of the season in the state tournament over this past week. The Lady Tigers were eliminated in three games. Lexington faced Dyer County on Tuesday, May 21st for the first game. The Lady Tigers would win the game with a final score…
Read MoreObituaries May 29, 2024
Marcia Lynn McKee McNatt, 79 Bennie Albert Moody, 81 Marine Morgan, 85 Clois Hooper Woods, 88 For complete obituaries, see the May 29th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!
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