Lincoln CountyWatch reviewed public 287(g) ICE agreements involving the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, Hawk Point, and Winfield after questions emerged surrounding what the federal program actually allows local agencies to do — and what it does not.

Lincoln County Commissioners approved a new county employee pay scale structure, heard updates from University of Missouri Extension representatives, and discussed ongoing software concerns in the Collector’s Office during the May 14, 2026 meeting.

Authorities in Troy confirmed that 5-year-old Evangeline “Evy” Weber, who was reported missing Thursday morning, has been located safe following an urgent search involving law enforcement and the community.

A disturbance in Troy Tuesday night led to five arrests after police say a truck nearly struck someone, property was damaged, and several people interfered with officers attempting to make arrests. Charges range from assault and property damage to resisting arrest and interfering with first responders.