Elsberry Democrat

10/09/2025

Impact Nutrition, Rachel's Restaurant reopen in Elsberry after flooding.

ELSBERRY - What happened to the Elsberry community on a Saturday night in July is a long-gone memory for many but is an ongoing nightmare for others.

10/08/2025

Democrat celebrates National Newspaper Week.

As we celebrate the 85th anniversary of National Newspaper Week from Oct. 5-11, it's crucial to acknowledge the pivotal role local journalism plays in shaping informed communities.

10/07/2025

Check out the story and gobs of photos from this weekend's Elsberry Fall Festival!

ELSBERRY - Everything was perfect for the 73rd annual Elsberry Fall Festival on Saturday. Elsberry Community Growth Association members ordered up perfect weather, a large parade, lots of booths in the park, and last but not least, a huge crowd to enjoy the event.

10/06/2025

Elsberry middle school boys repeat as champions.

ELSBERRY – The Elsberry Invitational was contested over the rolling hills of the beautiful Skyway Farms All Event Venue Sept. 30.

10/05/2025

It's always phishing season, unfortunately.

Every so often, my phone buzzes — and it’s not a pal, not a loved one, not Ted from accounting asking if he can expense a banana. It’s a stranger.

10/05/2025

Lincoln County Sheriff's Department arrest two in three days for violating s*x offender registry list.

LINCOLN COUNTY – Law enforcement arrested a pair of Lincoln County residents last week for violating terms of the s*x offender registry list, but not before one led them on multiple high-speed chases.

10/03/2025

Elsberry soccer team shows progress at Winfield tournament.

WINFIELD - Elsberry’s boys soccer team competed in the Winfield Warrior Classic tournament last week, taking away more than just wins and losses.

10/02/2025

Elsberry middle school cross country teams shine at conference meet.

https://www.elsberrydemocrat.com/2025/10/02/ems-boys-repeat-as-conference-champions-girls-place-third/

10/01/2025

Peoples Bank and Trust delivers pizzas to Elsberry first responders.

ELSBERRY - Everyone likes to feel appreciated whether at home or work.

10/01/2025

Elsberry finishes second in Silex tournament.

LOUSIANA - Elsberry softball members hit the field Saturday in the annual Louisiana Bulldogs tournament taking home the second place trophy after winning two and falling to the Silex Owls in the championship game. After beating Hannibal in the first game 16-0, their next opponent was the Clopton Lad...

09/29/2025

Lawsuits settled in 2023 accident that killed Elsberry woman.

https://www.elsberrydemocrat.com/2025/09/29/lawsuits-settled-in-hwy-79-accident-that-killed-elsberry-woman/

09/28/2025

Beyond Reason: It's Phishing Season

Every so often, my phone buzzes — and it’s not a pal, not a loved one, not Ted from accounting asking if he can expense a banana. It’s a stranger.