South County Pool Inspections Posted by Health Department

See how the swimming pools at Mehlville School District and the Oak Grove Inn fared.

Ann Wagner Responds to Democratic Recount

After a recount resolved for the 2nd Congressional District's Democratic ticketholder, Republican candidate Ann Wagner says her goal is the same.

Rock Hill Considers, Then Drops, Plan for E-Billboard Like Affton's

A Rock Hill gas station had planned to build an electronic billboard like the one at Gravois and Tesson Ferry roads.

No Pay, No Play: Akin TV Ads Canceled

Television ads for Republican Senate candidate Todd Akin have been canceled after Akin's campaign failed to pay the whole bill, Talking Points Memo reports.

Woman OK After First Likely Case of West Nile Virus

St. Louis County health officials said Tuesday the first probable human case of West Nile Virus has been reported and that the victim is from Kirkwood.

St. Louis County Combats West Nile With Mosquito Spraying

The Saint Louis County Department of Health is increasing its mosquito spraying efforts to prevent the spread of the West Nile Virus.

Out of Line? Karl Rove Jokes About Todd Akin's 'Murder'

Rep. Todd Akin's office said Karl Rove must have "misspoke" when he reportedly made a "murder" joke about the U.S. Senate candidate. What do you think, a joke or out of line?

Candidate Forum

South County Pools Inspected Before Summer Ends

The St. Louis County Health Department inspected area pools including Best Western I-55 and Canyon Creek Apartments.

New Laws: Move Over For MoDOT; No-Call for Cellphones and Faxes

Plus, find out what the new measures mean for childhood asthma sufferers in school and the next presidential primary date.

St. Louis County Employees Might Receive Raises in 2013

Pay increases are being discussed by officials during St. Louis County's budgeting process this year. It would mark the first time in four years that employees were given raises.

Todd Akin Controversy Makes Waves On Sunday Talk Show Circuit

Mitt Romney renewed his call for Akin to drop out of the U.S. Senate race, while GOP strategist Mary Matalin said Ann Wagner would be the nominee.

Schnucks Pulls Cantaloupe After Salmonella Warning

Consumer are advised to throw out any cantaloupe grown in southwest Indiana. Schnucks stores pulled cantaloupe from the area and a specific farm has now been identified as a likely source.

Patch Round-Up: Todd Akin and the "Legitimate Rape" Story

A round-up of reaction stories and news updates since this story exploded on Sunday.

Todd Akin Releases Apology, Asks Forgiveness

The candidate for Missouri Senate issues ad Monday.

White House Drug Czar Talks Prescription Drug Abuse in South County

Prescription pain killers - or opioids - make up the vast majority of drugs being abused by teenagers. Their drug source? The home medicine cabinet of family and friends.

How Clean are South County Pools?

The St. Louis County Health Department inspected area pools in the fifth and final part of our pool inspection series.

April Tax Increase Could Save County Parks, Committee Says

A committee of parks supporters studied the St. Louis County Parks system and endorsed a tax increase proposal. The measure must pass through the county council, where Councilman Steve Stenger said there is not a funding problem with the parks.

South County National Guard Veteran Serves 40 of 90 Years

Bill Yancy served in the Missouri National Guard in the same unit for 40 years.

Paul Ryan As Vice President Pick Galvanizes Missouri Republicans

Ryan's budget plans don't give the Obama campaign an opening with election voters according to GOP activists.

August Primary Today; Vote for Your Candidate

Here's what you need to know about what's on the ballot in Affton and Shrewsbury.

Frank Lydon, Democratic Candidate for Concord Township Committee

Frank Lydon is running for Concord Township Committeeman.

Marilyn Beck, Democratic Candidate for Concord Township Committee

Marilyn Beck is running for Concord Township Committee Woman.

Letter to the Editor: Former State Senator Endorses Katy Forand

Anita Yeckel writes a "Letter to the Editor" endorsing Katy Forand for Gravois Township Committeewoman.

Brunner Heads Into Final Primary Campaign Weekend, Defends Spending Cut Position

Candidates are pushing their 'Get Out The Vote' message hard in the last days of the Primary campaign.

Affton Chamber of Commerce Meet & Greet

Cardinals Fans: Be Aware of Ramp Closures Downtown

The Missouri Department of Transportation reports on St. Louis area work zones for August 2-8.

Affton's New Digital Billboard Receives Plenty of Attention

The bright billboard at the intersection of Gravois and Tesson Ferry roads is called a distraction to drivers at the busy corner.

Ann Wagner Calls Jotte Campaign's Debate Challenge "Shameful"

The GOP frontrunner in the race for Missouri's Second Congressional District says she's focused on debating voters in the waning days of the primary campaign. One of her opponents says he's been trying to arrange a debate since March.

Affton Chamber of Commerce General Membership Lunch Meeting

Genise Montecillo, Democratic Candidate for State Representative

Montecillo is running for the 92nd district seat.

Tony Pousosa, Republican Candidate for County Council

Pousosa is running for the 6th District County Council seat.

Town Hall Meeting - Disincorporate St. George

Town Hall Meeting - Disincorporate St. George

Affton Community Expo

GENERAL MEETING

Open House at the Affton Historical Society

Unique Pair of Cannons go on Display

Brews & Barbecue Fundraiser

Bayless Intermediate School Band Concert