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Lincoln County Ambulance District seeks 20-year tax extension
By Stan Schwartz Troy Free Press Come next month, voters will be asked to decide to continue the 8-cent tax on tangible property to fund a $20 million bond for the Lincoln County Ambulance District. The money from this bond, which would be paid out over 20 years, is to fund equipment purchases and maintaining…
Community
Elsberry hosting 74th Fall Festival Saturday
The time is here to get excited for one of Elsberry’s longest running traditions. The 74th Annual Fall Festival will be this Saturday, Oct. 3 at the Elsberry City Park and surrounding area. For the last several years the event has been sponsored by the Elsberry Community Growth Association with all information can be…
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Troy Defeats Francis Howell Central, continues their winning streak
By Layla ArnoldSpecial to the Troy Free PressThe Troy Buchanan Trojans kept up their winning streak in last week’s game against the Francis Howell Central Spartans. The Trojans brought home a 42-2 victory Thursday, Sept.17. This win moved Troy to 3-1 on the season.The Spartans finished the game with a 2-2 record.Troy had a tough…