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Lebanon Daily Digest Tuesday, September 29, 2026

Ty's Take

Laclede County's 911 system has been running on equipment that belongs in a museum for the better part of a decade, so hearing that upgrades are likely to move forward is the kind of news that doesn't grab headlines until something goes wrong. When every second counts and dispatch is the first line of response in an emergency, you can't afford guesswork or delays. The work to modernize things here tracks with similar projects across rural Missouri, and it's worth noting that getting this done right costs real money and takes time. Good news is the county seems ready to do it. Down in Conway this weekend, folks are planning something simpler but no less important: Community Days, the kind of event that reminds people why small towns matter. Both stories, in their different ways, are about showing up and taking care of what matters around here.

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Lebanon Daily Record

Full Story: County 911 upgrades likely to proceed

The Laclede County Commission purchased emergency dispatch equipment and reviewed proposals to upgrade the county's 911 system to a modern digital infrastructure during a Tuesday meeting. The total cost of the upgrades is expected to reach approximately $318,391, according to Presiding Commissioner...

Conway Community Days set to be 'good fun family weekend'

Conway Community Days is planned as a family-friendly weekend event in the community. The article indicates organizers are positioning it as an enjoyable gathering for residents of all ages.

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