Two Lexington Men Lead Police on Chase



On Saturday, October 3, at about 1:24 a.m., Officer Fredrick Kelly with the Lexington Police Department witnessed a 1995 white Buick Century four door sedan fail to stop at the stop sign at the intersection of FM 1624 and Rockdale Street in town. He attempted to conduct a traffic stop for the minor violation; however, the driver would not stop […]

Fire Department Gives Rides During Fire Safety Week



Grand Jury Indicts Seven



The Lee County Grand Jury handed down 11 indictments to seven individuals last week. Dustin Eugene Dickman, 24 of Elgin, was indicted for Forgery; Mark Newell Ferguson, 56 of Smithville, was indicted for Aggravated Assault With a Deadly Weapon – Bodily Injury; Damion Allyn Paluch, 36 of Spring, was indicted for Driving While Intoxicated With Child Passenger; Aureliano Perez, 44 […]

Prominent Community Leader Dies



Leonard Alfred Kriegel passed away on October 1, 2009 at the age of 89. Leonard was co-owner with his wife, Margaret, of Leonard’s and Margaret’s, a clothing store in downtown Giddings for over 40 years. Throughout the years Leonard gave unselfishly of his time and talents to a variety of organizations including his church, community and profession. Leonard was active […]

Five Sentenced in District Court Action



In the 21st Judicial District Court of Lee County, Texas on October 1, 2009, with the Honorable Terry Flenniken presiding, five individuals were sentenced. Patrick Richard Beasley, 25 of Lexington, received 7 years probation for an Arson conviction. He was assessed $3380 in fines, fees and restitution. He must also perform 200 hours of community service restitution and attend Anger […]

Lifelong Resident and Beloved Teacher Passes Away



Betty Jo Parker Harrison of Lexington passed away on Wednesday, September 30, at the age of 87. Betty Jo was born in Lexington and lived most of her life there. She graduated from Lexington High School at the age of 16, before attending Baylor University. She graduated from Baylor with a degree in Education and Food Science, later returning to […]

From the Mayor’s Desk



The Lexington Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that the Sixth Annual Chocolate Lovers Festival is just around the corner. The city, along with the Chamber, is looking forward to another great turnout for this event that has become a favorite for people throughout Lee County. We hope to see you there too!

Dear Editor



Dear Editor I would like to share something I learned as a teacher and principal most of my working life and what I have learned in church and from the Bible. I found that some students had either one of two problems. One of the problems was that they thought they were better than others. Some became bullies or gang […]

Blue VFD Fundraiser



The Blue Volunteer Fire Department is holding a fundraiser on Saturday, October 10, 2009. The event will begin at 5:00 p.m. at the Blue VFD Station. There will be an auction and raffle. The Volunteers will cook and serve Bar-B-Que for $8.00 a plate for adults and $5.00 for kids under 12.

Veronica Richardson Awarded “Best Drum Major”



Lexington High School student, Veronica Richardson was awarded “Best Drum Major” in the Class 2A band competition, held at the 35th Annual Buccaneer Marching Band Festival. The event took place at Blinn College in Brenham on Saturday, October 3. This being Veronica’s first year as LHS drum major, she stated that she was very surprised and happy when she heard […]