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.

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.

A full look at what’s happening this week across Lincoln County, including local meetings, school schedules, and high school sports in Troy, Winfield, Silex, and Elsberry.

Silex election ends in an 11–11 tie before one candidate withdraws, resolving the race without a runoff.

Silex aldermen involved in roadside fight on April 7; both sides give different accounts, no charges filed.

A Silex Board of Aldermen meeting unraveled after gas station receipts tied to city spending surfaced, leaving members stunned and ending wi

A Lincoln County grand jury has indicted a Silex man on multiple felony sex offender–related charges tied to alleged violations at a public