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Developing stories, major incidents, and important local news impacting Lincoln County and surrounding communities. Coverage includes ongoing investigations, major public safety events, and significant community developments.
Silex Alderman Billy Holcomb Says He Will Resign Effective Today
Silex Alderman Billy Holcomb told Lincoln CountyWatch he intends to resign effective today. Holcomb has agreed to an exclusive interview with LCW in the coming days.
John Eads
2 days ago2 min read
Anhydrous Ammonia Leak Prompts Evacuations, State of Emergency in Troy
An active anhydrous ammonia leak near Highway J and Bobeen Lane has prompted evacuations and a state of emergency in Troy as emergency crews continue working the scene.
John Eads
Sep 43 min read
Vehicle Traveling Approximately 100 MPH Before Crash With Law Enforcement Vehicle Near Hawk Point
A vehicle traveling approximately 100 mph collided with a law enforcement vehicle near Hawk Point early Wednesday, sending one vehicle roughly 200 yards into a cornfield. No injuries were reported.
John Eads
Aug 122 min read
Troy Walmart Cleared as Bomb Squad Responds to Active Investigation
A false 911 report claiming two people had been shot inside the Troy Walmart prompted an evacuation and multi-agency response. Officers thoroughly searched the store before it reopened.
John Eads
Aug 113 min read
Fuel Card Concerns Lead to State Audit in Bellflower, Raise Questions About What Happened in Silex
A state audit of Bellflower Fire Protection District is putting new attention on fuel receipts and disputed signatures discussed publicly in Silex months ago — and what happened afterward.
John Eads
Aug 86 min read
Tractor-Trailer Rollover Closes Hwy. 61 to One Lane; Search Continues for Missing Driver
A tractor-trailer rollover on Hwy. 61 southbound near John Creech Rd. has reduced traffic to one lane while crews search for the missing driver and unload the trailer before recovery operations.
John Eads
Jul 302 min read
Death Investigation, Large Police Response Draw Attention In Troy Neighborhood
An early-morning death investigation on Oak Forest Drive was followed by a large law enforcement response on nearby Shingle Oak Court. Authorities have not confirmed whether the events are connected.
John Eads
Jul 103 min read
Armed Robbery In Troy Leads To Multiple Arrests After Snapchat Setup
A Snapchat-arranged PlayStation meetup in Troy allegedly turned into an armed robbery involving multiple firearms. Two Hawk Point suspects are now in custody in Lincoln County.
John Eads
May 272 min read
GPS Data, Rental Car Records Lead to Arrest in Elsberry Vape Shop Shooting
A suspect is now in custody after investigators linked him to the December armed robbery and shooting inside an Elsberry vape shop that left an employee shot in the back.
John Eads
May 272 min read
Lincoln County Coroner Identifies 22-Year-Old Killed In Hwy 47 Crash Near Troy
A 22-year-old man was killed early Saturday morning following a serious crash along Hwy 47 near Two Pine Drive in Troy as emergency crews shut down the roadway for several hours.
John Eads
May 241 min read
Arkansas Man Killed Following Fiery Crash After Reported Sexual Assault Call In Troy
A reported sexual assault call in Troy ended minutes later in a fiery rollover crash that killed a 25-year-old Arkansas man early Wednesday morning.
John Eads
May 202 min read
One Fatality Confirmed Following Overnight Rollover Crash In Troy
One person was killed following a fiery overnight rollover crash along Hwy 47 near Woodcrest Dr in Troy early Wednesday morning.
John Eads
May 201 min read
Missing 5-Year-Old Girl In Troy Found Safe
Authorities in Troy confirmed that 5-year-old Evangeline “Evy” Weber, who was reported missing Thursday morning, has been located safe following an urgent search involving law enforcement and the community.
John Eads
May 142 min read
Lincoln County Commissioners Discuss Highway 47 Closures, Dangerous Intersection Concerns & Major Equipment Upgrades
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.
John Eads
May 132 min read
Woman Suffers Broken Jaw, Strangulation Injuries During Violent Silex Assault
A woman suffered a broken jaw, loose teeth, and strangulation injuries during a violent domestic assault in Silex while children reportedly screamed for help.
John Eads
May 113 min read
Vehicle Crashes Into Subway Along Highway 47 in Winfield
Emergency crews responded after a vehicle crashed into the Subway restaurant along Highway 47 in Winfield Saturday afternoon.
John Eads
May 91 min read
Pursuit Ends Near Highway 61 and South Lincoln Drive in Troy
Authorities responded to a developing situation near Highway 61 and South Lincoln Drive in Troy following reports of a possible pursuit.
John Eads
May 91 min read
Injuries Reported After Two-Vehicle Crash on Spielhagen Road in Troy
A two-vehicle crash with reported injuries caused traffic delays Thursday evening near Spielhagen Road and Gibison Road in Troy.
John Eads
May 81 min read
Vehicle Overturns in Rollover Crash on Hwy J Near Sunrise Acres Court in Troy
A vehicle overturned Thursday evening during a rollover crash near Hwy J and Sunrise Acres Court in Troy, causing traffic delays in the area.
John Eads
May 81 min read
“I’m Still Living In This”: Troy Resident Says Smoke Damage Remains Months After Apartment Fire
A resident at Troy Villa Apartments says smoke damage and cleanup issues remain unresolved months after a furnace fire inside the complex.
John Eads
May 72 min read
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