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Article by Steve Corlew The Henderson County Board of Education voted unanimously to join a class action lawsuit against Adient on Thursday, June 12th. The board heard from the attorneys who represent over 400 plaintiffs in… For complete coverage, see the June 18th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!

Article by Steve Corlew An affordable housing project is a step closer to becoming a reality as the Lexington Planning Commission approved a recommended rezoning for the property on Roy Pruitt Lane near the new Henderson County Health Department. TAG C Corporation, a non-profit created by … For complete coverage, see the June 18th edition…

Article by Steve Corlew The Henderson County Circuit Court grand jury returned 43 “true” bills and two “no” bills during its session on Tuesday, June 3rd. Seven indictments were sealed as law enforcement officers worked to locate those indicted. Those indicted will be arranged before Circuit Court Judge Donald H. Allen on… For complete coverage,…

Article by Steve Corlew Spent cartridge casings from the final salute given two U. S. Army veterans were handed out Wednesday, June 4th, following the service at Parkers Crossroad Veterans Cemetery. Those empty cartridges will be a constant reminder of… For complete coverage, see the June 11th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!  

Article by Steve Corlew As expected, the Henderson County Commission approved the first reading of its 2025-26 budget without a property tax increase but could face challenges in the months and years ahead. Meeting on Tuesday night, June 3rd, commissioners voted down a proposed tax increase to fund the… For complete coverage, see the June…

Article by Steve Corlew The Parkers Crossroads Veterans Honor Guard will hold a service for two unclaimed veteran soldiers who have served our country, but forgotten about overtime. The service will begin… For complete coverage, see the June 4th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!

Article by Steve Corlew Henderson County Mayor Robbie McCready is not recommending a property tax increase as the Henderson County Commission moves forward with its 2025-26 budgets. The commission held a special session last night (June 3rd) to approve the first of… For complete coverage, see the June 4th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe…

The pond in front of the Henderson County Justice Complex will be freshly stocked in preparation for the annual Henderson County Sheriff’s Office Fishing Rodeo this weekend. No fishing is allowed until the… For complete coverage, see the June 4th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!

Article by Steve Corlew Lexington Board of Aldermen approved employee pay increases and held the tax rate at the same level as last year when they passed a first reading of the 2025-26 budgets on Tuesday, May 27th. Aldermen will use savings from… For complete coverage, see the June 4th edition of The Lexington Progress.…

Article by Steve Corlew Across Henderson County veterans, their families and supporters gathered to honor those that gave the ultimate sacrifice during this past Memorial Day weekend. From the stirring rendition of Johnny Cash’s “Ragged Old Flag” performed by… For complete coverage, see the May 28th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!