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Who’s Responsible if Millcreek Goes Wrong? A Resident Pushes for Written Protections
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.

John Eads
5 hours ago4 min read


Packed Commission Meeting Opens Into Ameren Q&A as Residents Seek Evening Sessions
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.

John Eads
21 hours ago4 min read


“It’s Been a Great 12 Years”: Elsberry City Clerk Announces Her Resignation
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.

John Eads
1 day ago3 min read


Followed Home and Singled Out: Concerns About Employee Harassment Surface in Winfield
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.

John Eads
1 day ago3 min read


What Ameren Agreed To—and What Lincoln County Still Wants Answered About Millcreek
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.

John Eads
6 days ago4 min read


A New Manufacturer, a Nearly Full Jail and More Millcreek Questions: Inside Tuesday’s Commission Meeting
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.

John Eads
Oct 75 min read


Growth on the Horizon: Lincoln County Weighs Data Centers, Solar and What Comes Next
Lincoln County officials discussed what could come next as data centers, solar farms and battery storage projects expand across the region, while also working through roads, facilities and other county business.

John Eads
Aug 134 min read
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