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Charlie Day recounts formation of fire board, county fair, water district

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TROY - When the COVID-19 pandemic halted many services, the Lincoln County Council on Aging (LCCOA) was the only “meals on wheels” program to continue home delivery.

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Lincoln County Right Life celebrated Mother’s  Day this year by presenting a very special mother, Mary Klein (103) with a bouquet of flowers. Mary (Diehl) Klein was born Oct.21, 1919 in Raymer, Colorado. She has 4 children, 15 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. She resides at Elsber…

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ELSBERRY - The Class of 2023 at Elsberry High School finished off their week-long celebration with commencement exercises on Sunday afternoon in the Clark Cox Gymnasium.  

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TROY - While a 114 New Horizon students received a diploma Friday , they also received a new start at life at commencement ceremonies at the Hungate Performing Arts Center. 

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‘Change into better’

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SILEX – Congratulations to our May Students of the Month! Pictured L to R: Bryan Casey, 6th grade; Hunter Hall, 7th grade; Rylan Hallemeyer, 8th grade; Chase Mullen, 9th grade; J.W. Noxon, 10th grade; Hayley Gruenewald, 11th grade; Mr. Chris Gray, Middle/High School Principal. Not pictured i…

The Elsberry Community Growth Association held a ribbon cutting ceremony Saturday, May 13, to recognize some new Elsberry businesses revitalizing the  downtown area.   The south side of Broadway Street that runs through the middle of town, has welcomed four new businesses and new ownership o…

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Severe weather holds off, as Winfield's Class of 2023 gets their diplomas in outdoor ceremony

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TROY – On April 27, French students had the opportunity to test out their French with visitors from France face-to-face. Lincoln County Circuit Judge Mike Jacobs brought his very own French penpal, Vincent Favier, and his wife Stephanie, who are from the Toulouse area of France, to chat with…

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Silex – Student Council would like to congratulate Mr. Chris Gray & Mrs. Heather Miller for being selected as May Staff & Teacher of the Month! Presenting the awards are Student Council members, Tyler & Abagail.

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Commencement ceremonies for county’s five high schools throughout May vary in location, size and flavor

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Troy’s Boyer raises money for local charity benefiting law enforcement in boxing match

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LINCOLN COUNTY – A state education agency recently released a report card, grading public and private schools, and Elsberry received the highest marks among Lincoln County schools.

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TROY – A procession of law enforcement shut down Main Street in downtown Troy, as Christians of all walks of life marched in the annual “Way of the Cross” event April 7. The ecumenical Good Friday celebration chronicles the walk Jesus Christ made on the way to his crucifixion, with readings …

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St. Louis, MO – The St. Louis Press Club is seeking qualified, highly-motivated journalism and communications students to apply for college scholarships for the 2023 school year. The application deadline is May 26, 2023.

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The North East Community Action Corporation (NECAC) is inviting people to focus meetings as part of an effort to upgrade programs and add new services.

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JEFFERSON CITY, MO,  – Join Cuivre River State Park team members for Camp Sherwood Beautification Day on April 8. Volunteers will help prepare the camp for incoming summer guests. 

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Hawk Point – In October of last year, Hawk Point Elementary became an Apple Distinguished School, gaining the ability to leverage technology with the integration of Apple products to engage engagement in the classroom.