What's Happening Around Elsberry

Nearly six months after a robbery and shooting at The SPOT Smoke and Play in Elsberry left one victim wounded, investigators have arrested a second suspect and revealed new details about what allegedly happened inside the business that night.

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.

Several firearms stolen from vehicles across Elsberry have been recovered after police identified two suspects and filed multiple felony charges. Both men remain in custody at the Lincoln County Jail.

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.

Before Memorial Day became boats, BBQs, and bargain sales, it began with grieving families decorating the graves of fallen soldiers after the Civil War.

An Elsberry man remains in custody after deputies say he broke into an ex-girlfriend’s storage unit in Troy and stole more than $3,500 worth of belongings, including family keepsakes and military medals.

A multi-structure fire in Elsberry has spread to three buildings and a nearby tree line, prompting road closures near Fox Run Rd and Hickory Ln.

YMCA programs are coming to Lincoln County in 2026, with youth services launching as talks continue on a future facility.

Elsberry police chief resigns, two officers leave, and interim chief named after closed session meeting.

Three people are in custody after a Sunday evening fugitive apprehension in Elsberry led to the recovery of suspected methamphetamine inside

An Elsberry woman is in custody after investigators say stolen property from local burglaries was sold to a jewelry business for more than $

An armed robbery at an Elsberry business left an employee injured overnight. Authorities have released images and are asking for the public’

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Lincoln CountyWatch spoke with the Assessor and Collector to explain property tax assessments, deadlines, and common questions.

Lincoln County drivers are sharing concerns about road conditions and traffic safety across the county, including Highway 47 and Highway 79.

Elsberry police are asking for the public’s help as officers continue investigating multiple burglary cases within the city, including incid