News
School is in session for Elsberry
By Kim JonesDemocrat ReporterElsberry – More than 800 students filled the hallways of Elsberry schools for their first week of the 2026-2027 school year.Many milestones are happening for them. The seniors are looking forward to their last year, while kindergarteners are facing the reality of being in school and possibly away from their parents all…
Community
Elsberry raises more than $10K for Moores
By Kim JonesDemocrat ReporterWhat began as a fundraiser to help a native of the community this past weekend at the Elsberry American Legion quickly became a powerful demonstration of just how much a community can accomplish when it comes together. Many may even say Elsberry is more than just a community; it is a family.…
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Sports
Indoor pickleball facility coming to Troy
By Stan SchwartzTroy Free PressIf you’ve heard about the pickleball rage sweeping the country and have always wanted to try this intriguing sport, you’re in luck. The McGhee family will soon be opening the Pickleball Shack just off Hwy. 47 in Troy.Ken McGhee and his son, Jesse, are working to build their new business inside…