A Lincoln County resident is asking regulators to make Millcreek’s safety commitments enforceable. Earlier responses and subsequent public updates outline progress on emergency planning, while Lincoln CountyWatch awaits additional clarification.

A reported assault outside The Barracks led to an arrest, accusations of attempted biting and kicking officers, and four misdemeanor charges against a Troy woman who has since been released from custody.

A Silex man remains in custody on a $15,000 cash-only bond after being charged with second-degree domestic assault. The responding deputy also documented an earlier September arrest.

More than 50 residents attended Tuesday’s commission meeting, where requests for evening sessions opened into an extended Millcreek discussion with Ameren representatives. Read the recap, browse meeting photos and watch the full video.

Elsberry aldermen accepted City Clerk Rachel Reed’s resignation effective November 13 during an emotional October 13 meeting. The board also heard about Proposition F and addressed city projects, cemetery repairs and library air conditioning. Full recap, photos and meeting video.

A campaign sign targeting a city employee brought harassment concerns into focus at Winfield’s October 8 meeting. The board also addressed parking, city codes, finances and maintenance. Read the recap, browse photos and watch the full meeting.

Two firearms are missing in Silex and have been reported stolen with the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, Mayor Lynne Luckett confirmed. How and when the firearms disappeared remains unclear.

Three days after an Elsberry officer arrested his son and had his motorcycle towed, a father appeared at the officer’s home. The confrontation ended with a trespassing charge and a $5,000 cash-only bond.

Winfield is seeking a part-time police chief after confirmation that Brian Wideman is no longer employed by the city. The posting outlines pay, qualifications and a November hiring schedule, but lists conflicting application deadlines.

An overnight disturbance led to accusations of assault and taking phones and vehicle keys to prevent an escape or call for help. Travis McNatt remains in custody on a $15,000 cash-only bond.

Recent meetings with Ameren brought progress on Millcreek emergency planning, responder training and communications. Thursday’s commission meeting covered those developments, remaining questions and public comment from resident Toby Collier.

An argument with a gas station clerk escalated when another customer stepped in to calm the situation. Jeffrey Letson faces a felony assault charge and remains in custody on a $10,000 cash-only bond.

A manufacturer bringing approximately 50 jobs to Moscow Mills, limited space at the county jail and unresolved Millcreek safety questions led Tuesday’s commission meeting. Read the recap, browse meeting photos and watch the full video.

A construction-zone speeding stop on I-70 led to two arrests after Warrenton police reported finding suspected fentanyl, methamphetamine and Xanax. Caitlin Church faces six charges and remains in custody without bond.

A Troy man remains in custody after prosecutors say a domestic disturbance escalated into violence involving multiple alleged victims and children inside the residence.

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

A large emergency response was seen Saturday afternoon near Hwy 79 and Hwy 47 in Winfield after reports of a structure fire with a confirmed patient at the scene.

A domestic disturbance in Troy ended with a woman accused of biting a man on the nose, resisting officers, and being taken to the Lincoln County Jail.

A Winfield business owner is facing multiple charges, including domestic assault and child endangerment, after deputies investigated a disturbance inside a Lincoln County home Saturday afternoon.

A Winfield man is facing multiple charges, including child abuse and domestic assault, after police say an argument over a water heater turned violent inside a residence Thursday evening.