Lincoln County
Six-year-old girl survives multiple dog bites
EDITOR'S NOTE: This is the first of a two-part series about a dog attack injured a six-year-old Lincoln County girl, Kennedy Hudson. In next week’s issue, the Hudson family discuss their advocacy work on dog bites and attacks.
Local circuit court receives efficiency award
JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Supreme Court recently recognized the local circuit court for their efficiency in handling cases.
ECGA launches summer concert series
ELSBERRY - The Elsberry Community Growth Association kicked off the 8th Annual concert season on Saturday, with a large crowd enjoying Serapis. Vendors were on sight with items available, while families and the community enjoyed the free evening event.
Former Soccer League President Pleads Guilty to Felony Stealing
TROY – The former president of the Troy Soccer League recently pleaded guilty to felony theft charges but avoided jail time after agreeing to pay more than $30K in restitution and issue a formal apology.
Seniors Honored at Annual Awards, Scholarship Night
Elsberry High School held their annual senior awards and scholarship night for the Class of 2025 on Tuesday, May 13 in front of family and friends.
Deutsch Hires Private Attorney After Winning Appeal
TROY – A longtime foster parent accused of child abuse and trading a child for a monkey has hired a private attorney after initially being denied a public defender.
Mother Nature Wreaks Havoc in Elsberry
ELSBERRY - Elsberry was not exempt from Mother Nature’s wrath these last two weeks.
Local Impact of Tariffs Remains Minimal
LINCOLN COUNTY - In a trade fight that keeps escalating and the potential of a looming financial crisis, one phrase remains synonymous: wait and see.In the two months of President Donald Trump’s second term, tariffs, a charge or tax by a government or a country on imports of goods, has been a constant conversation topic. Earlier this month though, the concern of tariffs skyrocketed when on March 4, Trump issued 25 percent tariffs on Canada and Mexico.
Smith Sentenced to 20 Years for 2022 Shooting at Party
ELSBERRY – A Lincoln County judged sentenced a man to 20-years in prison who claimed he unintentionally shot an Elsberry teenager at a party nearly three years ago.