A heated Silex Board of Aldermen meeting brought disputes over the city budget, water service and a fifth alderman into the open before the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded.

A state audit of Bellflower Fire Protection District is putting new attention on fuel receipts and disputed signatures discussed publicly in Silex months ago — and what happened afterward.

Following questions raised during a recent County Commission meeting, Lincoln County Auditor Brenda Schulte and Treasurer Brenda O'Brien explained how the $123,043 Gateway payment moved through Lincoln County's approval process.

Explore Vault File #001, the complete investigative archive surrounding the Winfield Mayor Altercation. Review surveillance video, body-worn camera recordings, investigative records, witness statements and official documents in one organized location.

Lincoln County residents will see a $2 increase in recording fees and marriage license costs beginning Aug. 28, according to the Recorder of Deeds Office.