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Silex Alderman Billy Holcomb Says He Will Resign Effective Today
Silex Alderman Billy Holcomb told Lincoln CountyWatch he intends to resign effective today. Holcomb has agreed to an exclusive interview with LCW in the coming days.
John Eads
6 days ago2 min read
Quarters to Chaos: Budget, Water Disputes Boil Over as Sheriff’s Office Responds
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.
John Eads
Aug 118 min read
Fuel Card Concerns Lead to State Audit in Bellflower, Raise Questions About What Happened in Silex
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.
John Eads
Aug 86 min read
Water Bills, Arguments, and Then Smiles — A Different Night in Silex
What started as another tense Silex Board of Aldermen meeting ended with officials laughing, talking, and seemingly trying to move the city forward together again.
John Eads
May 123 min read
“We Definitely Need a Budget Meeting”: Silex Board Postpones Water Bill Payment Amid Ongoing Billing Concerns
The Silex Board of Aldermen postponed a water bill payment while discussing billing issues, leaks, and the need for a city budget during a May 6 meeting.
John Eads
May 74 min read
Silex Board Meets for First Time in Months — Funding Concerns, Water Shutoff Risk, and Heated Discussions
Silex aldermen meet for first time in months as city faces unpaid bills and risk of water shutoff by May 1.
John Eads
Apr 284 min read
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