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Elsberry hosts town hall to discuss flood recovery
ELSBERRY – Several angry and frustrated Elsberry residents attended a town hall meeting Friday to discuss the impact of a once-in-a-lifetime flood event and to learn how recovery efforts will be handled.
Despite Silex closing, Elsberry Health Center thriving
ELSBERRY - Elsberry Health Care Center is assuring residents and families their care is in no way in jeopardy of being discontinued. While the news may be dire in Silex regarding nursing home care, there is a very different story in Elsberry, according to local officials.
And The Rains Came
ELSBERRY - For the second time in a week, Elsberry has been devastated by Mother Nature's wrath.
Clean up underway in Elsberry
By Kim Jones Democrat Reporter ELSBERRY – As the water receded Sunday, clean up started in the flood-ravaged town of Elsberry. Burlington Northern Santa Fe… Login to continue reading Login…
State of Emergency Declared in Elsberry
Ten inches of rain overnight causes widespread flash flooding prompting numerous rescues, evacuations ELSBERRY – Dozens of people were rescued boat and several homes evacuated after a 10-inch rainfall caused…
Local ninja coach returns for 15th season on NBC show
Jamie Rahn has always been a go-getter and enjoys pushing limits in order to be the best version of himself. One way he strives to reach new heights is by appearing on “American Ninja Warrior,” a sports and entertainment reality television show.
Rise Broadband makes donations to school
ELSBERRY - As consumers it is nice to have a choice about the various companies providing services. Rise Broadband is now servicing the Elsberry Community after acquiring Yondoo Broadband in November of 2024.
Heavy rains cause flooding in Elsberry
ELSBERRY - One would expect that with four to six inches of rain in approximately 10 hours some flooding may occur. That it did in the Elsberry community on Sunday night when a thunderstorm moved through the area.
Silex nursing home closing in August
Time is of the essence for 47 residents of a Silex 24-hour nursing facility set to permanently close.Recently, residents got notification that the Silex Rehabilitation and Health Care Center, licensed for 60 beds, will shutdown on Aug. 31.“We're devastated to see another nursing home close.