Area News

Article by Steve Corlew From across the state and nation, words of tribute, consolation and memories have been coming into the Henderson County Fire Department after the sudden death of its beloved fire chief, Lynn Murphy. Flags were lowered to half mast across the county on Saturday as… For complete coverage, see the December 25th…

Article by Steve Corlew Area churches came together on Wednesday, December 18th at the First Baptist Church in Lexington raising the voices in unison for the annual Holiday Hallelujah Service. The service, which is normally held on the… For complete coverage, see the December 25th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!

Article by Steve Corlew A Scotts Hill Gold Star family recently had its mortgage paid by the Tunnel of Towers Foundation. The family of United State Army Sergeant Brendan J. Scallon mortgage was paid off as part… For complete coverage, see the December 25th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!

Article by Steve Corlew The Henderson County Commission approved an agreement to save on its energy bill at the criminal justice complex and approved library and farmers market grants during a lengthy meeting on Tuesday, December 10th. During the hour and a half meeting of the Henderson County Commission touched… For complete coverage, see the…

Article by Steve Corlew The Henderson County Commission approved an agreement to save on its energy bill at the criminal justice complex and approved library and farmers market grants during a lengthy meeting on Tuesday, December 10th. During the hour… For complete coverage, see the December 18th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!

Article by Steve Corlew The Henderson County Commission reversed its stance on an animal control plan during its meeting Tuesday, December 10. Commissioners had unanimously passed a plan in September establishing a fee on animals when… For complete coverage, see the December 18th edition of The Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!

Article by Steve Corlew It is a “Hometown Christmas Past and Present” being celebrated in Henderson County with a parade through downtown, music, lights and all the festivities of the holiday season. The parade followed the official lighting of the Christmas Tree on the court square of Lexington on Thursday, December 5th to… For complete…

Article by Steve Corlew The Henderson County Circuit Court grand jury returned 45 “true” bills and two “no” bills during its session on Tuesday, December 3rd. Of those indictments, three were sealed as law enforcement officers worked to locate those indicted. Indicted were:… For complete coverage, see the December 11th edition of The Lexington Progress.…

Article by Steve Corlew The Parkers Crossroads Commission worked through a short agenda on Thursday, December 5th, addressing the possible need for a city zoning board of appeals. The commission also discussed a local lodging tax that could fund tourism promotion and approved… For complete coverage, see the December 11th edition of The Lexington Progress.…

Article by Steve Corlew While some areas of Henderson County have struggled with the water supply during the winter months, progress is being made on projects that should improve the situation. Frozen water pipes, leaks, and high demand created a perfect storm during the past two winters, but Lexington Utilities and the towns of Scotts…