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Elsberry Graduates 58 Seniors
Fifty-eight members of the Class of 2025 at Elsberry High School walked across the stage on Sunday afternoon to receive their diploma from members of the school board.
Missouri Lawmakers Pass School Cell Phone Ban
A bill passed by the state legislature Tuesday and on its way to the governor will require school districts to create a policy banning cell phone usage throughout the school day, including during breaks between classes and at lunch.

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.

Lincoln County 4-H Members Participate in 4-H Day at the Capitol
Jefferson City – Eleven 4-H members and two volunteers from Lincoln County joined nearly 900 Missouri 4-H participants at the State Capitol March 26 for 4-H Day at the Capitol. This event provided youth with the opportunity to engage in civic leadership, meet state legislators, and advocate for Missouri 4-H.

Four TBHS Seniors Awarded McCoy Scholarship for STEM Studies
TROY – Four exceptional seniors from Troy Buchanan High School were recognized during the school’s Senior Awards Night with the distinguished David W. McCoy Scholarship.
Silex, Elsberry Hosting First 2025 Graduations Sunday
LINCOLN COUNTY – It’s graduation season in Lincoln County with all five local schools hosting ceremonies next week.

Auditors Meet With Elsberry Officials, Residents
ELSBERRY – Representatives from the state auditor’s office met with citizens and Elsberry’s Board of Aldermen Tuesday in preparation of their citizen-requested audit of the city’s finances.

Deutsch Indicted by Grand Jury On Three Felonies
TROY – A Lincoln County grand jury Wednesday indicted a foster mother to more than 200 children accused of “systemic” child abuse and even allegations of trading a child for a monkey.
Prosecutor Reviewing Elsberry Alderman Controversy
ELSBERRY – The Lincoln County Prosecutor’s Office is looking into reports regarding an Elsberry alderman who may not be qualified to serve a third term.

Grand Jury To Hear Deutsch Case; Judge Denies Bond Reduction, For Now
TROY – With a grand jury indictment looming, a Lincoln County Judge denied for a second time a bond reduction for a woman charged with child abuse and endangerment. Brenda…