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Local Government & Elections
A place to follow local races, candidate filings, city & county government decisions, school board actions, and updates that directly affect Lincoln County residents.
QuikTrip, YMCA, and Infrastructure Take Center Stage at Lincoln County Commission Meetings
QuikTrip interest, YMCA planning, water infrastructure, and public safety funding dominated this week’s Lincoln County meetings.
John Eads
3 days ago4 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
5 days ago2 min read
Steve Aston — Candidate for Moscow Mills Alderman, Ward 1 (April 2026)
Steve Aston is the incumbent candidate for Moscow Mills Alderman, Ward 1, in the April 7, 2026 municipal election.
John Eads
6 days ago1 min read
Lincoln County’s 2026 Budget Reflects Tough Choices as Costs Continue to Rise
Lincoln County leaders approved the 2026 county budget unanimously, emphasizing rising costs, lost revenue streams, and the challenge of mai
John Eads
Jan 143 min read
Casey’s Gets Green Light as Moscow Mills Weighs Airbnb Rules and Mayor Term Changes
The Moscow Mills Board approved a new Casey’s, debated Airbnb rules, rezoning plans, and discussed changes to the mayor’s term length.
John Eads
Jan 124 min read
Mike Garland — Candidate for Elsberry Alderman, Ward 3 (April 2026)
Mike Garland is a candidate for Elsberry Alderman, Ward 3, in the April 7, 2026 municipal election.
John Eads
Jan 91 min read
James “Skip” Hale — Candidate for Elsberry Alderman, Ward 2 (April 2026)
James “Skip” Hale is a candidate for Elsberry Alderman, Ward 2, in the April 7, 2026 municipal election.
John Eads
Jan 91 min read
Benjamin Eckwood — Candidate for Elsberry Alderman, Ward 2 (April 2026)
Benjamin Eckwood is a candidate for Elsberry Alderman, Ward 2, in the April 7, 2026 municipal election.
John Eads
Jan 91 min read
Gregory Meyer — Candidate for Elsberry Alderman, Ward 2 (April 2026)
Gregory Meyer is the incumbent candidate for Elsberry Alderman, Ward 2, in the April 7, 2026 municipal election.
John Eads
Jan 91 min read
Stacey Knoche — Candidate for Elsberry Alderman, Ward 3 (April 2026)
Stacey Knoche is a candidate for Elsberry Alderman, Ward 3, in the April 7, 2026 municipal election.
John Eads
Jan 81 min read
Craig Cox — Candidate for Mayor of Elsberry (April 2026)
Craig Cox is a candidate for Mayor of Elsberry in the April 7, 2026 municipal election.
John Eads
Jan 81 min read
Terrie Harper — Candidate for Elsberry Alderman, Ward 1 (April 2026)
Terrie Harper is the incumbent candidate for Elsberry Alderman, Ward 1, in the April 7, 2026 municipal election.
John Eads
Jan 81 min read
Steve Wilch — Candidate for Mayor of Elsberry (April 2026)
Steve Wilch is a candidate for Mayor of Elsberry in the April 7, 2026 municipal election.
John Eads
Jan 81 min read
Michael V. Quezada II — Candidate for Troy Alderman, Ward 3 (April 2026)
Michael V. Quezada II is a candidate for Troy Alderman, Ward 3, in the April 7, 2026 municipal election.
John Eads
Jan 61 min read
Rachel Dunard — Candidate for Troy Alderman, Ward 3 (April 2026)
Rachel Dunard is the incumbent candidate for Troy Alderman, Ward 3, in the April 7, 2026 municipal election.
John Eads
Jan 61 min read
Jim Wallis — Candidate for Troy Alderman, Ward 2 (Unexpired Term, April 2026)
This candidate profile provides factual, nonpartisan information about Jim Wallis, who is running for Troy Alderman, Ward 2, for an unexpire
John Eads
Jan 61 min read
Thomas A. McDaniel — Candidate for Troy Alderman, Ward 2 (April 2026)
Thomas A. McDaniel is a candidate for Troy Alderman, Ward 2, in the April 7, 2026 municipal election.
John Eads
Jan 61 min read
George Ferguson — Candidate for Troy Alderman, Ward 2 (April 2026)
George Ferguson is a candidate for Troy Alderman, Ward 2, in the April 7, 2026 municipal election.
John Eads
Jan 61 min read
Proposed Casey’s Gas Station Near Orchard Grove Advances After Heated Moscow Mills P&Z Meeting
The Moscow Mills Planning & Zoning Commission advanced a proposed Casey’s gas station near Orchard Grove Subdivision after a lengthy and som
John Eads
Jan 63 min read
David Norman — Candidate for Mayor of Troy (April 2026)
David Norman is a candidate for Mayor of Troy in the April 7, 2026 municipal election. No additional information has been submitted.
John Eads
Jan 51 min read
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