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Settlement reached in Hwy. 79 crash lawsuit
ST. CHARLES – The owner of the vehicle that killed Rachel Neldon and three other teenagers has reached a wrongful death settlement with two sets of parents whose children died in the 2023 accident.
Missouri becomes first state to repeal capital gains tax
A new Missouri income tax cut exempting profits from the sale of investments officially takes effect Thursday, along with smaller tax changes that will remove sales tax from diapers and feminine hygiene products.
Report: Election official turnover reaches new high
Election officials turned over at the highest rate in at least a quarter century during the last presidential election, according to new research from the Bipartisan Policy Center.
Lincoln Co. partners with Boone in inmate agreement
TROY - Up to 40 of Boone County’s pre-trial detainees are being temporarily housed at the Lincoln County Jail in an agreement made official last month.“This partnership among Missouri counties makes good use of existing space rather than asking taxpayers to fund costly new construction,” said Lincoln County Sheriff Rick Harrell. “It provides revenue that helps offset the cost of operating the jail and supports the broader mission of public safety in Lincoln County.
Troy man accused of performing sex act at Lincoln County campground
Arrest warrant issued for Nicholas Schell who allegedly walked naked into woman’s campsite before performing act By Gregory Orear General Manager/Editor TROY – A Lincoln County court issued an arrest…
19th annual rodeo shatters attendance record
TROY - For the 19th year in a row, the Troy FFA Alumni and Lincoln County Relay for Life Rodeo packed the stands at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds this past weekend with another record crowd.
Kratom faces increasing scrutiny from states, feds
For years, state lawmakers have taken the lead on regulating kratom — the controversial herbal supplement used for pain relief, anxiety and opioid withdrawal symptoms. Some states have banned it entirely.
Troy 9th grade instructor named semifinalist in teacher of the year award
History teacher Heather Millard one of 17 instructors selected for semifinalist honors in state award By Gregory Orear General Manager Editor TROY – A history teacher at the Troy ninth…
Ex-Mercy Medical Technician sentenced Friday to 12 years for fake X-rays
Seven female victims between ages 13-21 said Ryan Williams, 43, called them in for unneeded X-Rays of their chests By Gregory Orear General Manager/Editor TROY – A Warren County judge…
Lincoln County school districts 'optimistic' about new school year
LINCOLN COUNTY - Summer break is over for local students and at least two Lincoln County school superintendents report business is booming.