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What’s Happening Around LC
Community events, local happenings, nonprofit activities, fundraisers, festivals, and stories highlighting the people, organizations, and events taking place throughout the Lincoln County community.


Troy Disturbance Ends With Five Arrests After Truck Nearly Strikes Person, Police Say
A disturbance in Troy Tuesday night led to five arrests after police say a truck nearly struck someone, property was damaged, and several people interfered with officers attempting to make arrests. Charges range from assault and property damage to resisting arrest and interfering with first responders.

John Eads
9 hours ago3 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
12 hours ago2 min read


Barefoot Child Found Wandering Alone In Troy Leads To Arrest Of Woman Already On Probation
A young child found walking barefoot alone through Troy Tuesday morning has now led to criminal charges against a Troy woman already on probation for previous convictions.

John Eads
13 hours ago2 min read


Water Bills, Arguments, and Then Smiles — A Different Night in Silex
What started as another tense Silex Board of Aldermen meeting ended with officials laughing, talking, and seemingly trying to move the city forward together again.

John Eads
2 days ago3 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
3 days ago3 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
5 days ago1 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
5 days ago1 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
5 days ago1 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
5 days ago1 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
6 days ago2 min read


Lincoln County Authorities Say Moscow Mills Man Wanted Following Child Sex Crime Investigation
A Moscow Mills man is wanted in Lincoln County after felony child sex crime charges were filed. Authorities have issued a $300,000 cash-only warrant.

John Eads
7 days ago2 min read


Water Main Break Near Thornhill Cemetery Road Prompts Boil Advisory in Lincoln County
A water main break near Thornhill Cemetery Road led to a 48-hour boil advisory in Lincoln County. PWSD #1 explains how restoration timing impacts the advisory.

John Eads
7 days ago2 min read


St. Charles County Man Accused in Multi-Count Case Involving Minor; Investigators Cite Videos, Threats
St. Charles County man held without bond after Lincoln County case involving a minor, recorded acts, and threats.

John Eads
Apr 192 min read


Two Storms Hit Lincoln County; Overnight Damage Flips Trailer, Drives Billboard Into Home
Downed power lines and snapped utility pole reported in the Old Monroe area during the earlier storm.

John Eads
Apr 182 min read


110 MPH Chase Through Hawk Point Area Ends in Arrest, Multiple Charges Filed
Troy, Mo — What began as a late-night traffic stop for a simple equipment violation quickly escalated into a high-speed pursuit topping 110 miles per hour, ending in multiple charges including driving while intoxicated and resisting arrest. Chayse Levi Coleman, of Truxton, Missouri Chayse Levi Coleman is currently being held on a $10,000 bond, cash or 10% authorized. Bond conditions include enrollment in substance monitoring within 24 hours of release, no use of mind-altering

John Eads
Apr 92 min read


Woman Escapes After Alleged Kidnapping and Hours-Long Assault at Remote Campsite
A woman escaped a remote campsite in Lincoln County after an alleged overnight assault involving kidnapping, choking, and threats with a kni

John Eads
Mar 272 min read


Lincoln County Warrant Issued for Troy Man After Video Allegedly Shows Abuse of Two Children
A Lincoln County judge has issued a warrant for a Troy man after investigators say surveillance video inside a home captured the alleged abu

John Eads
Mar 122 min read


Late-Night Brawl Leaves Multiple Injured, Wentzville Woman Facing Assault Charges
A late-night disturbance in Lincoln County left multiple people injured and ended with a Wentzville woman facing several charges. Deputies s

John Eads
Mar 112 min read


Puff, Puff… Police Cuff: Euphoria Break-In Suspect Arrested
A suspect is in custody after investigators say he smashed the front window of Euphoria Smoke Shop in Troy and stole thousands of dollars in

John Eads
Mar 102 min read


100 MPH Pursuit Through Lincoln County Ends in Arrest of Peoria Man, $75K Cash-Only Bond
A Peoria, Illinois man is facing multiple felony charges after deputies say he led law enforcement on a 100 MPH pursuit through Lincoln Coun

John Eads
Mar 22 min read
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