Silex City Clerk Kayla McNiff submitted her resignation in a Nov. 2 letter, saying she did not feel she received the flexibility needed to balance her city responsibilities with her children’s needs.

The Council on Aging reported declining government support and growing demand during Thursday’s commission meeting. Commissioners also approved a sheriff’s office overtime change and reviewed water project options. Read the recap, browse photos and watch the full meeting.

An April planning and zoning vote, an unsigned emergency-response agreement and calls for a Millcreek moratorium dominated Tuesday’s commission discussion. Read the recap, browse meeting photos and watch the full video.

Arguments over metal detectors and a proposed dress code dominated a tense Troy Board of Aldermen meeting. The board also approved an ICE agreement and housing proposals, including one decided by the mayor’s tiebreaking vote. Read the recap, browse photos and watch the full meeting.

More than 50 residents attended Tuesday’s commission meeting, where requests for evening sessions opened into an extended Millcreek discussion with Ameren representatives. Read the recap, browse meeting photos and watch the full video.

Elsberry aldermen accepted City Clerk Rachel Reed’s resignation effective November 13 during an emotional October 13 meeting. The board also heard about Proposition F and addressed city projects, cemetery repairs and library air conditioning. Full recap, photos and meeting video.

A campaign sign targeting a city employee brought harassment concerns into focus at Winfield’s October 8 meeting. The board also addressed parking, city codes, finances and maintenance. Read the recap, browse photos and watch the full meeting.

Two firearms are missing in Silex and have been reported stolen with the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, Mayor Lynne Luckett confirmed. How and when the firearms disappeared remains unclear.

Winfield is seeking a part-time police chief after confirmation that Brian Wideman is no longer employed by the city. The posting outlines pay, qualifications and a November hiring schedule, but lists conflicting application deadlines.

Recent meetings with Ameren brought progress on Millcreek emergency planning, responder training and communications. Thursday’s commission meeting covered those developments, remaining questions and public comment from resident Toby Collier.

A manufacturer bringing approximately 50 jobs to Moscow Mills, limited space at the county jail and unresolved Millcreek safety questions led Tuesday’s commission meeting. Read the recap, browse meeting photos and watch the full video.

From judges and first responders to elected officials, local leaders shared their favorite Lincoln County Fair memories and traditions, highlighting the community spirit that brings neighbors together each summer.

Lincoln County commissioners approved several policy changes this week involving travel reimbursements, employee drug testing, county vehicles and personnel policies as elected officials and department heads gathered for two commission meetings.

After more than 29 years serving Lincoln County, Highway Department Director Eric Tapley has announced his resignation. His final day will be June 20.

A citizen-requested state audit gave the City of Elsberry a "Fair" rating and identified concerns involving police evidence tracking, utility billing, finances, and transparency.

The Troy Board of Aldermen debated a proposed ICE partnership agreement, revisited the city’s failed use tax proposal, discussed rising asphalt costs, and approved several ordinances during Monday night’s meeting.

Lincoln CountyWatch reviewed public 287(g) ICE agreements involving the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, Hawk Point, and Winfield after questions emerged surrounding what the federal program actually allows local agencies to do — and what it does not.

Public comment is scheduled to return during tonight’s Winfield Board of Aldermen meeting as officials are also expected to discuss the vacant Ward 2 alderman position.

Lincoln County Commissioners discussed growing traffic concerns near Troy, Highway 47 closures, road projects, county equipment upgrades, and ongoing facility renovations during Tuesday’s meeting.

What started as another tense Silex Board of Aldermen meeting ended with officials laughing, talking, and seemingly trying to move the city forward together again.