Following questions raised during a recent County Commission meeting, Lincoln County Auditor Brenda Schulte and Treasurer Brenda O'Brien explained how the $123,043 Gateway payment moved through Lincoln County's approval process.

Lincoln County road crews are advancing paving, drainage and maintenance projects while continuing cleanup following weekend storms that brought down trees across the county.

Lincoln County residents will see a $2 increase in recording fees and marriage license costs beginning Aug. 28, according to the Recorder of Deeds Office.

Lincoln County commissioners discussed the regional water project, emergency preparations for the county fair and the upcoming delinquent tax sale as more residents continue asking questions at public meetings.