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MoDOT Details $18.8 Million Route 47 Project as Construction Prepares to Begin
A strong crowd gathered in Hawk Point as MoDOT outlined construction phases, safety improvements, road closures and traffic impacts for the $18.8 million Route 47 project between Hawk Point and Troy.
John Eads
1 day ago5 min read
More Residents Are Asking Questions As Lincoln County Meeting Tackles Water, Fair Preparations
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.
John Eads
5 days ago4 min read
Taxpayer-Funded Traffic Control? Questions Swirl Around 7 Brew Grand Opening
Questions circulated online Saturday after multiple Troy Police officers were seen directing traffic at 7 Brew's grand opening. Troy Police confirmed the company, not taxpayers, is paying for the extra officers.
John Eads
Jun 272 min read
Wanted Man Accused Of Fleeing Deputies Through Lincoln County Before Capture
A Lincoln County traffic stop turned into a pursuit through multiple rural roadways before ending in a foot chase and arrest. Jordan Lee Sanders now faces a felony charge after deputies say he fled from law enforcement Monday night.
John Eads
Jun 242 min read
Lincoln County Coroner Identifies 22-Year-Old Killed In Hwy 47 Crash Near Troy
A 22-year-old man was killed early Saturday morning following a serious crash along Hwy 47 near Two Pine Drive in Troy as emergency crews shut down the roadway for several hours.
John Eads
May 241 min read
One Fatality Confirmed Following Overnight Rollover Crash In Troy
One person was killed following a fiery overnight rollover crash along Hwy 47 near Woodcrest Dr in Troy early Wednesday morning.
John Eads
May 201 min read
Lincoln County Commissioners Discuss Highway 47 Closures, Dangerous Intersection Concerns & Major Equipment Upgrades
Lincoln County Commissioners discussed growing traffic concerns near Troy, Highway 47 closures, road projects, county equipment upgrades, and ongoing facility renovations during Tuesday’s meeting.
John Eads
May 132 min read
Previously Trespassed Woman Charged After Returning to Troy Fastlane
A Troy woman is facing a first-degree trespassing charge after police say she returned to a Fastlane on Highway 47 where she had previously
John Eads
Feb 142 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 Pursuit From Wright City Ends Near Hwy 47 After Barricade, School Security Alert Issued
A police pursuit that began in Warren County ended near Highway 47 after the vehicle became barricaded, prompting a large multi-agency law-e
John Eads
Feb 63 min read
Why Highway 47 Takes Years: What MoDOT Says About Funding, Fixes, and What Comes Next
As concerns grow along Highway 47, many residents are asking why safety improvements take so long. MoDOT explains how projects are prioritized, funded, and why intersections like Highway 47 and Highway W remain in long-term planning despite increased traffic and safety concerns.
John Eads
Dec 23, 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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