Should Your State Legalize Pot?

With the economical benefits of legalized marijuana working for Colorado, is your state the next in line?

What Child Care Costs Mean for You and Your Family

Three Ways the Shutdown Hurt the Economy

A recent report from Washington lays out damage done by last month’s government shutdown.

FAA Allows Most Electronic Devices Throughout Flights

Steve Stenger to Challenge Charlie Dooley for County Executive Post

Stenger plans to make it official Tuesday afternoon in Clayton.

Ongoing Affton Yard Sale Breaks Laws, Raises Tempers

A resident seems to be thumbing his nose at county ordinances.

Mosque With 60-Foot Minaret in the Works for Mackenzie Road

Ameren Responds to Councilman's Request for Groundwater Monitoring

61 Against, 24 For at New Library County Zoning Hearing

The soonest a vote could be taken by the planning commission is early September.

Stenger Writes DNR with Monitor Request for Groundwater Near Ameren Plant

In the letter to Sara Parker Pauley, Missouri Department of Natural Resources, County Councilman Steve Stenger asks MO to set up monitoring to protect residents' health living near Ameren's Meramec Energy Center.

New County Library Planned for Gravois and Musick: Good Spot?

Are you concerned about adding a library to that corner? Or do you think that it's a good spot for one?

New Library Branch Planned at Gravois and Musick

The planned library will be on the corner next to a subdivision going up.

Are Men or Women Gaining Weight in Affton and Shrewsbury?

Obesity is responsible for over 300,000 U.S. deaths annually. Find out how fat our county is.

Affton's AICA is Against the South County Connector, Tells Highways and Traffic Director in Letter

The deadline for public comment on the draft Environmental Impact Study is Friday, July 19.

South County Connector: 5 Ways to Share Your Concerns or Support

The deadline to have your say in the Environmental Impact Study for the connector is Friday, July 19.

No Stopping HUD Senior Complex Construction in Oakville, Lawyer Says

Builders expect to complete the first story on Telegraph Road's first three-story building by the time the St. Louis County Planning and Zoning Commission make a final decision on whether the group can keep building.

Charlie Dooley: Reversing HUD Senior Housing Would "Put a Taint on St. Louis County"

Many Oakville residents are demanding that St. Louis County reverse the zoning approval previously given to National Church Residences' senior housing complex. That would be bad for business, County Executive Charlie Dooley said.

St. Louis Alderman: Better Quality of Life Without the 'South County Connector'

"I think we live in places people want to be, not quickly drive past."

High Bidder Wins Affton Towing Contract

Other bidders couldn't do the job. One had a criminal background.

Shrewsbury Seeking Public Feedback on Connector, No Official Statement Yet

Nearby: Charlie Dooley Says Oakville Residents Missed Their Chance to Stop HUD Housing

Nearby: Councilman Stenger to Attempt to Overturn HUD Senior Housing in Oakville

Good Idea? Selling Lottery Tickets at Gas Pumps

Should the lottery proceed with plans to sell tickets from machines at gas pumps and ATMs?

Shrewsbury Mayor on South County Connector: Doesn't Want a Big Slab of Cement

The South County Connector would take traffic off Shrewsbury Avenue, but Mayor Buckley said it needs to be done right.

Bosnian Muslim Mosque Loses Tax-Exempt Status, Do You Agree?

The group let the land sit unused for several years, which the county says ceded its rights to be exempt from paying taxes.

Stenger: Value Village Gives Up on Move to Affton

County Councilman Steve Stenger told Patch the lease has been dissolved.

Robert Hehmeyer Elected to Affton Fire Board

Hehmeyer defeated incumbent David Pearson and Robert Kuelker for the seat.

Dave Pearson for Affton Fire Protection District

Pearson is one of three candidates seeking a seat on the Fire Board.

It's Election Day in Affton, Shrewsbury

Stay with Patch today for updated information and results as polls close.

Timothy Gabrian for Shrewsbury Board of Alderman

Gabrian is running against Elmer Kauffmann in Ward 1.

Learn About Shrewsbury Board of Aldermen Candidates

Looking for information on candidates in the Shrewsbury board of aldermen race? Here's what you need to know about Elmer Kauffmann, Timothy Gabrian, Rick Steingruby and Mike Travaglini.

MoDOT Launches 'Pothole Patrol' Monday

MoDOT is committing to repairing most potholes within 24 hours of them being reported. Motorists simply have to call in or email the pothole location.

Restaurant Inspections: Fortel's Pizza Den, Dave's Diner, China Wok

See how your favorite Affton and Shrewsbury restaurants fared in recent St. Louis County Health Department inspections.

Restaurant Inspections: Cafe Affton, Cafe Manhattan, Garners Market

See how your favorite Affton and Shrewsbury restaurants fared in recent St. Louis County Health Department inspections.

Mike Travaglini for Shrewsbury Board of Aldermen

Travaglini is seeking his seventh term on the board.

Robert Kuelker for Affton Fire Protection District Board

Kuelker is one of three candidates seeking a seat on the Fire Board.

What's Up With The Emergency Sirens Going Off?

The St. Louis area is seeing more snow this week, but that's not the reason you're hearing sirens around the area.

St. Louis County Voter Registration Deadline Approaching

The last day to register to vote in the April election is days away.

4,000 South County Residents Step Up to Spread Word on Lost Dog

A Crestwood animal shelter is using Facebook to reunite lost pets with owners--even ones in Affton and Webster Groves. While thousands helped to find Pixie's owner, she is now in need of a new home.

Shrewsbury Board Approves Walmart TIF, CID

The proposed redevelopment at Kenrick Plaza, which calls for a mix of public and private financing, has been a divisive issue in the community.