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“We Definitely Need a Budget Meeting”: Silex Board Postpones Water Bill Payment Amid Ongoing Billing Concerns
The Silex Board of Aldermen postponed a water bill payment while discussing billing issues, leaks, and the need for a city budget during a May 6 meeting.

John Eads
May 74 min read


Silex Board Meets for First Time in Months — Funding Concerns, Water Shutoff Risk, and Heated Discussions
Silex aldermen meet for first time in months as city faces unpaid bills and risk of water shutoff by May 1.

John Eads
Apr 284 min read


Winfield Board of Aldermen Meeting Recap: Public Comment Returns, Street Repairs Debated, Policy Changes Approved
Winfield BOA meeting brings back public comment, debates road repairs, and addresses resident concerns after late-night letter issue.

John Eads
Apr 224 min read


Elsberry Police Chief Out, Interim Chief Named Following Closed Session Meeting
Elsberry police chief resigns, two officers leave, and interim chief named after closed session meeting.

John Eads
Apr 151 min read


Tied Silex Election Avoids Runoff After Candidate Steps Aside
Silex election ends in an 11–11 tie before one candidate withdraws, resolving the race without a runoff.

John Eads
Apr 142 min read


Elsberry Officials Respond to Police Department Rumors as Closed Meeting Draws Attention
Elsberry officials respond to police department rumors as a closed session meeting is scheduled tonight.

John Eads
Apr 141 min read


Silex Aldermen Involved in Roadside Fight; Both Sides Tell Different Stories
Silex aldermen involved in roadside fight on April 7; both sides give different accounts, no charges filed.

John Eads
Apr 82 min read


This Week in Lincoln County: School Schedules, Ballot Measures, and Public Safety
School schedule changes, public meetings, ballot updates, and road closures — here’s what’s happening this week across Lincoln County.

John Eads
Feb 13 min read


City of Troy Names Major Dustyn Tienter as Next Police Chief
The City of Troy has named Major Dustyn Tienter as its next Chief of Police following approval by the Troy Board of Aldermen.

John Eads
Jan 282 min read


Winfield Bar Disturbance Involving Mayor and Off-Duty Officers Under Prosecutor Review
A disturbance involving city officials at a Winfield bar remains under review as investigators and prosecutors assess the incident.

John Eads
Jan 202 min read


Property Taxes Explained: What We Learned After Speaking With Lincoln County Officials
Lincoln CountyWatch spoke with the Assessor and Collector to explain property tax assessments, deadlines, and common questions.

John Eads
Dec 25, 20253 min read
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