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Lexington Progress will be closed Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. Please note the deadline for next week’s edition, May 27th, will be this Friday, May 22nd at 4 p.m. Have a safe and happy Memorial Day weekend.

Article by Steve Corlew A granddaughter’s quick action and the emergency response of Henderson County First Responders resulted in the saving of a life and the awarding of a “Star of Life” recently. Last year, a Henderson County man had a “sinkable episode” which turned into a cardiac arrest. Luckily his teenage granddaughter was there,…

Article by Steve Corlew The Lexington Industrial Development Board (IDB) discussed the possible sell of property in the Timberlake Industrial Park, the development of the board’s website, and an equipment lease during its meeting on Thursday, May 14th, at noon. The Industrial Development Board meets only when it has business and was established… For complete…

Article by Steve Corlew The Henderson County Board of Education executive session with attorney Jack Hinson on Thursday, May 14th did not have anything to do with the Scotts Hill graduation issues as reported in the May 20th edition.  The session covered another legal matter.  We apologize for this error.

Henderson County high schools celebrated Class of 2026 graduation last week. Scotts Hill High School held its graduation ceremony on Thursday, May 7, in the gymnasium. The SHHS Valedictorian for the 2026 graduating class is… For complete coverage, see the May 13th edition of the Lexington Progress. Subscribe Today!

Article by Steve Corlew Henderson Countians gathered around the pavilion at the Henderson County Courthouse on Thursday, May 7th, to take part in the 75th annual National Day of Prayer. The Lexington Middle School Choir, led by Principal Whitney Owens sang “God Bless the USA”. Mike Thrower, minister of Senior Adults and Pastoral Care was…

Article by Steve Corlew Faced with a widening gap between revenue and expenses, Lexington officials delayed the first reading of the budgets for city owned utilities until the board’s meeting later this month. The Lexington Board of Aldermen will hold its regular meeting on… For complete coverage, see the May 13th edition of the Lexington…

Article by Steve Corlew The Henderson County Joint Economic Development Board discussed local roads, community activities, and working together during the group’s quarterly meeting on Wednesday, April 29th. The board also heard about the recent property reappraisal and what that might mean for the communities (see related story). This year, due to … For complete…

Article by Steve Corlew Air Force Col. James C. Harding (Ret.) recounted his military service including his famous rescue mission in 1972 to help rescue a down pilot and gunner over North Vietnam when he spoke at the Lexington Rotary Club on Tuesday, April 28th. Harding also was a guest at the Henderson County Republican…

Article by Steve Corlew Property owners in Henderson County have begun receiving a new property value assessment, under what the state calls “the 90 Percent Law.” The members of the Henderson County Joint Economic Development Board, which includes representatives of each of the county’s municipalities, were updated on the… For complete coverage, see the May…