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Public Comment Changes, ICE Agreement Headline Tonight’s Winfield Meeting
Questions surrounding public comment, a proposed ICE agreement, and the appointment of a new alderman are expected to draw attention during tonight's Winfield Board of Aldermen meeting.

John Eads
Jun 113 min read


Lincoln County Republicans To Host Free “Celebrate America 250” Family Event June 28
The Lincoln County Republicans are inviting the community to a free family-friendly “Celebrate America 250” event June 28 at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds featuring food, speakers, music, and activities.

John Eads
Jun 102 min read


Lawsuit Filed Against Lincoln County Following Alleged Courthouse Injury
A lawsuit filed against Lincoln County alleges a woman suffered serious injuries after a fall at the Lincoln County Courthouse and continues to require medical treatment.

John Eads
Jun 92 min read


Lincoln County Highway Director Eric Tapley Resigns After Nearly 30 Years
After more than 29 years serving Lincoln County, Highway Department Director Eric Tapley has announced his resignation. His final day will be June 20.

John Eads
Jun 52 min read


Highway 79 Drug Interdiction Results In Drug Trafficking Charges, $200,000 Cash Bonds
A DEA Task Force drug interdiction on Highway 79 near Old Monroe allegedly uncovered nearly 2 kilograms of methamphetamine and cocaine, resulting in drug trafficking charges against two men.

John Eads
Jun 42 min read


State Audit Finds Evidence Tracking Issues, Missed Revenue Opportunities And Transparency Concerns In Elsberry
A citizen-requested state audit gave the City of Elsberry a "Fair" rating and identified concerns involving police evidence tracking, utility billing, finances, and transparency.

John Eads
Jun 44 min read


Behlmann Dealership Owner Charged In Moscow Mills Assault Case
A Highway 61 confrontation that continued into a Moscow Mills parking lot has resulted in a felony assault charge against Behlmann Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram owner Douglas Kohnen.

John Eads
Jun 43 min read


Multiple Stolen Firearms Recovered After Elsberry Vehicle Break-In Investigation
Several firearms stolen from vehicles across Elsberry have been recovered after police identified two suspects and filed multiple felony charges. Both men remain in custody at the Lincoln County Jail.

John Eads
Jun 22 min read


Armed Robbery In Troy Leads To Multiple Arrests After Snapchat Setup
A Snapchat-arranged PlayStation meetup in Troy allegedly turned into an armed robbery involving multiple firearms. Two Hawk Point suspects are now in custody in Lincoln County.

John Eads
May 272 min read


GPS Monitoring Ordered After Violent Domestic Incident Erupts At Troy Home
A Troy man remains in custody after prosecutors say a domestic disturbance escalated into violence involving multiple alleged victims and children inside the residence.

John Eads
May 262 min read


Boats, BBQs And Bargains — The Story Behind Memorial Day Most Americans Forget
Before Memorial Day became boats, BBQs, and bargain sales, it began with grieving families decorating the graves of fallen soldiers after the Civil War.

John Eads
May 253 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


Emergency Crews Respond To Winfield Structure Fire As One Person Is Detained Near Scene
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.

John Eads
May 231 min read


Moscow Mills Man Accused Of Barricading Himself Inside Home After Crowbar Assault
A Moscow Mills man remains jailed on a $50,000 cash-only bond after a domestic assault investigation escalated into a barricaded standoff Wednesday night in Lincoln County.

John Eads
May 223 min read


Arkansas Man Killed Following Fiery Crash After Reported Sexual Assault Call In Troy
A reported sexual assault call in Troy ended minutes later in a fiery rollover crash that killed a 25-year-old Arkansas man early Wednesday morning.

John Eads
May 202 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


Use Tax, Immigration Enforcement, And Road Costs Take Center Stage In Troy
The Troy Board of Aldermen debated a proposed ICE partnership agreement, revisited the city’s failed use tax proposal, discussed rising asphalt costs, and approved several ordinances during Monday night’s meeting.

John Eads
May 194 min read


Woman Accused Of Biting Man During Domestic Incident In Troy
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.

John Eads
May 182 min read


Winfield Business Owner Accused Of Assault During Family Dispute
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.

John Eads
May 182 min read


Fight Over Water Heater Lands Winfield Man In Jail On Child Abuse, Assault Charges
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.

John Eads
May 182 min read
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