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What's Happening Around Winfield
Community events, local happenings, nonprofit activities, fundraisers, festivals, and stories highlighting the people, organizations, and events taking place throughout the Winfield 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
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
YMCA Programs Set to Launch in Lincoln County, Long-Term Facility Still in Discussion
YMCA programs are coming to Lincoln County in 2026, with youth services launching as talks continue on a future facility.
John Eads
Apr 302 min read
School Bus Catches Fire in Winfield; No Injuries Reported
Winfield school bus catches fire on N Ethlyn Rd; no injuries and no children were on board.
John Eads
Apr 271 min read
$10,000 Bond Set After Winfield Man Accused of Violating Protection Order, Sending Threats
A Winfield man is in custody after authorities say he violated a court-issued order of protection and sent a series of threatening text mess
John Eads
Feb 92 min read
Highway 47 Reopens After Vehicle-Horse Crash Near Hickory Hill Drive
A crash involving a vehicle and a horse temporarily shut down Highway 47 near Winfield Saturday evening. Authorities say no life-threatening
John Eads
Feb 72 min read
Police Detail Violent Domestic Assault in Winfield; O’Fallon Man Taken Into Custody
An O’Fallon man is in custody on a $25,000 cash-only bond following a violent domestic assault investigation in Winfield that involved stran
John Eads
Feb 42 min read
“Hands Around the Neck”: Deputies Arrest Winfield Man in Domestic Assault Case
Deputies arrested a Winfield man after documenting eye injuries and a reported chokehold during a domestic disturbance in Troy.
John Eads
Jan 272 min read
Homeowner Watching Live Cameras Helps Lead to Two Arrests in Winfield Burglary
Two people were arrested in a Winfield burglary after a homeowner’s live surveillance alerted authorities, court records show.
John Eads
Jan 222 min read
Winfield Incident Involving AK-Style Rifle Prompts Multi-Agency Response
An AK-style rifle, a St. Louis woman, and a Winfield investigation—here’s what authorities have confirmed so far.
John Eads
Jan 213 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
Jan 202 min read
Domestic Dispute in Winfield Leads to Juvenile Shooting, Multiple Felony Charges
A domestic dispute in Winfield escalated into a shooting involving a juvenile, leading to multiple felony charges and an arrest, according to authorities.
John Eads
Jan 52 min read
From Alerts to Accountability: Why Lincoln CountyWatch Was Created
Lincoln CountyWatch exists to share accurate local information, reduce rumors, and give residents a clearer view of what’s happening close t
John Eads
Dec 26, 20253 min read
Property Taxes Explained: What We Learned After Speaking With Lincoln County Officials
Lincoln CountyWatch spoke with the Assessor and Collector to explain property tax assessments, deadlines, and common questions.
John Eads
Dec 25, 20253 min read
What Lincoln County Drivers Want Fixed — And What We’re Doing Next
Lincoln County drivers are sharing concerns about road conditions and traffic safety across the county, including Highway 47 and Highway 79.
John Eads
Dec 15, 20252 min read
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