Lincoln County News

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.

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.

A woman suffered a broken jaw, loose teeth, and strangulation injuries during a violent domestic assault in Silex while children reportedly screamed for help.

Emergency crews responded after a vehicle crashed into the Subway restaurant along Highway 47 in Winfield Saturday afternoon.

Authorities responded to a developing situation near Highway 61 and South Lincoln Drive in Troy following reports of a possible pursuit.

A two-vehicle crash with reported injuries caused traffic delays Thursday evening near Spielhagen Road and Gibison Road 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.

A resident at Troy Villa Apartments says smoke damage and cleanup issues remain unresolved months after a furnace fire inside the complex.

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.

The Silex Board of Aldermen postponed a water bill payment while discussing billing issues, leaks, and the need for a city budget during a May 6 meeting.

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.

Hawk Point, Mo. — The Hawk Point Board of Aldermen moved through a full agenda Monday night with all four aldermen present, approving several key items including an agreement tied to federal immigration enforcement reimbursements and a nearly $100,000 road project. All four aldermen — Steven Fair, Tom Boling, Shawn Ellis, and Joe Cushing — were in attendance, along with Mayor Mark Seigler. The meeting was brief and moved efficiently through both old and new business. Coverage

A Moscow Mills man was arrested after allegedly assaulting hospital staff inside Mercy Lincoln Hospital in Troy. Charges include two counts of fourth-degree assault.

A crash involving two vehicles temporarily shut down Hwy OO at Childs Rd in Old Monroe Monday morning. Minor injuries were reported.

EMA Director Quentin Laws breaks down tornado warnings, flood risks, and how Lincoln County residents should prepare for severe weather.

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.

A full look at what’s happening this week across Lincoln County, including local meetings, school schedules, and high school sports in Troy, Winfield, Silex, and Elsberry.

Golden Brew Coffee is partnering with Golden Roads to support children impacted by incarceration through a new menu item and upcoming community fundraiser.

Emergency crews are responding to a motorcycle crash in Hawk Point with a medical helicopter requested and Prairie Rd closed in both directions.

Emergency crews are on scene of a structure fire in Moscow Mills with flames visible through the roof near Main St and E 4th St.