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Pilot Injured After Helicopter Goes Down Near Troy
A helicopter pilot was injured after a helicopter went down shortly after takeoff near Aero Drive and Brake Road in Troy on Monday evening. The pilot was transported to a hospital and is reported to be stable.

John Eads
Jun 221 min read


“I’ll Cut Off Your Legs And Watch You Bleed Out”
A Foley man is being held on a $10,000 cash-only bond after being accused of making repeated threats against a family member during an incident investigated by Troy Police.

John Eads
Jun 112 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


Semi Rollover, Fuel Spill Shut Down Northbound Highway 61 In Troy
Northbound Highway 61 remains closed in Troy after a crash involving a semi truck and pickup truck. Injuries, extrication efforts, and a fuel spill have been reported.

John Eads
Jun 81 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


$125,000 Bond Ordered After Deputies Obtain Blood Draw Search Warrant
A Lincoln County crash investigation led deputies to obtain a blood draw search warrant after a Troy man allegedly left the scene, later drove past investigators on a UTV, and refused a breath test. He is now being held on a $125,000 cash-only bond.

John Eads
Jun 23 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


Standing-Room-Only Crowd, Multiple Removals And Heated Moments Highlight Winfield Board Meeting
A standing-room-only crowd filled Winfield City Hall Thursday night as tensions escalated throughout the Board of Aldermen meeting, leading to multiple residents being removed, repeated interruptions from the crowd, ongoing microphone concerns, and a closed session involving personnel discussions surrounding a longtime city employee.

John Eads
May 163 min read


Video Allegedly Shows Child With Autism Being Assaulted Outside Moscow Mills Home
Cellphone video allegedly captured a violent encounter involving a nine-year-old child with autism outside a Moscow Mills residence, leading to a felony assault charge.

John Eads
May 152 min read


Troy Man Charged With Felony Domestic Assault Following Early Morning Disturbance
A Troy man was charged with felony domestic assault after officers responded to an early morning disturbance Thursday in Troy.

John Eads
May 142 min read


County Market Theft Report In Winfield Ends Without Charges After Alcohol Located Inside Store
A theft report at County Market in Winfield ended without charges after the alcohol was later found inside the store, according to CAD notes and statements obtained by Lincoln CountyWatch.

John Eads
May 142 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
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