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Jailed on $250,000 Cash Bond, Man Explains Dispatch Calls in Exclusive Lincoln CountyWatch Interview
In an exclusive interview from custody, Gary Steven Greeney Jr. says concerns about his father drove his repeated calls to dispatch. He acknowledges angry conversations but denies threats as he remains held on a $250,000 cash-only bond.

John Eads
16 hours ago5 min read


Man Held on $250,000 Bond After 27 Calls to Lincoln County Dispatch in 73 Minutes
“I’m gonna do this all day,” Gary Greeney Jr. told a dispatcher. A complaint dispute and 27 calls in 73 minutes are now part of a felony harassment case.

John Eads
5 days ago4 min read


Man With Five Prior Domestic Assault Convictions Held Without Bond After Recorded Threat to Kill
A Troy man with five prior domestic-assault convictions remains in custody without bond after a threat to kill was recorded outside a home.

John Eads
5 days ago4 min read


Child Kicked in Chest While Trying to Help During Domestic Assault; Three Charges Filed
A child who heard screams and went downstairs to help was kicked in the chest during a confrontation over a cellphone. Deovione Moses faces three misdemeanor charges and is free on bond.

John Eads
6 days ago3 min read


Lincoln County Health Department Ends Dental Services, Citing Budget Limitations
The Lincoln County Health Department has ended its dental services program, citing budget limitations and long-term priorities. Current patients will be contacted about their records and options for continuing care.

John Eads
Oct 272 min read


Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in Winfield Crash; Driver Jailed on Felony DWI Charge
The Oct. 21 collision that closed Highway 47 at Allison Lane has led to a felony DWI charge against Robin Engelmeyer. A Winfield motorcyclist suffered serious injuries, and Engelmeyer remains in custody.

John Eads
Oct 263 min read


Council on Aging Reports Funding Cuts as County Recognizes Support for Seniors
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.

John Eads
Oct 224 min read


Planning and Zoning Could Head to April Ballot as Millcreek Debate Reaches a Boiling Point
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.

John Eads
Oct 216 min read


Tempers Flare at Troy City Hall Over Guns, Security and a Proposed Dress Code
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.

John Eads
Oct 206 min read


Voting Starts Tuesday: What Lincoln County Voters Need to Know Before November 3
No-excuse absentee voting begins October 20 in Lincoln County. Here are the early-voting hours, courthouse location and important details voters should check before the November 3 General Election.

John Eads
Oct 193 min read


District Crisis Counselors Available Following Death of Troy Middle School Student
Crisis counselors will be available at Troy Middle School throughout the week following the death of a student. Counselors are also available at every Lincoln County R-III school location.

John Eads
Oct 192 min read


Online Sale Ends With Gun Held to Seller’s Head; Robbery Charges Filed
A seller arranged an online transaction but reported being robbed at gunpoint after entering a vehicle. Chase Steven Murphy faces two felony charges.

John Eads
Oct 162 min read


Dispute Over Leaving Home Turns Physical; Arrest Leads to Domestic Assault Charge
An argument over leaving a Troy residence turned physical, leaving a woman with marks on her neck and a local man facing a fourth-degree domestic assault charge.

John Eads
Oct 153 min read


Troy Woman Accused of Attacking Officers After Assault Outside The Barracks
A reported assault outside The Barracks led to an arrest, accusations of attempted biting and kicking officers, and four misdemeanor charges against a Troy woman who has since been released from custody.

John Eads
Oct 153 min read


What Ameren Agreed To—and What Lincoln County Still Wants Answered About Millcreek
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.

John Eads
Oct 94 min read


A New Manufacturer, a Nearly Full Jail and More Millcreek Questions: Inside Tuesday’s Commission Meeting
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.

John Eads
Oct 75 min read


More Hours to Vote, Less Time to Wait: A November Update From Your County Clerk
Early voting begins Oct. 20, with extended Wednesday hours and two Saturday mornings. County Clerk Kenneth Schulte shares voting locations, mail ballot reminders and key deadlines.

John Eads
Oct 63 min read


Deputies Say Man Choked Woman, Smashed Her Car and Threatened to Burn Down Two Homes
A Troy man faces two felony domestic assault charges after a woman was found crying and struggling to breathe following an alleged attack.

John Eads
Oct 63 min read


Troy Pursuit Ends with Hot Brakes, Mismatched Headlights and a $15,000 Bond
Officers lost sight of a speeding sedan during a late-night Troy pursuit, then found a Chrysler still hot minutes later. Witness tips, uneven headlights and burnt brakes helped connect the car to the chase.

John Eads
Oct 13 min read


Missing Checkbook Leads to New Felony Charges Against Erica Baldwin
A missing checkbook and checks cashed at two banks have led to five forgery counts and three felony stealing counts against Erica Baldwin. The new Troy case is separate from charges previously covered by Lincoln CountyWatch.

John Eads
Sep 303 min read
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