Cougar News Releases Its First Video of 2013

In the video, learn more about how Coach K has made an impact on her students at Affton High School.

Real Estate: South County Homes for Sale

Stop by these open houses near Affton and Shrewsbury this weekend.

Police: Refrigerated Truck Stolen from Affton Residence

We've got your weekly crime round-up from the St. Louis County Police Affton Precinct.

Who Are the 2012 Police Officers of the Year in Affton and South County?

The annual award will go to St. Louis County Police officers from both the Affton and the South County precincts.

Photos: Affton Chamber of Commerce Finds New Home

See pictures of the Chamber of Commerce's new office. Don't forget, the big auction is this weekend!

Light Snow Covers Affton; Above-Freezing Temps Expected Today

Large snow flakes fell across the St. Louis area Tuesday. Get tips from MoDOT on being safe in winter weather.

Sound Off: Walmart, TIF Stories Draw Comments in Shrewsbury

See what your neighbors have been talking about in this round-up of comments from Patch's latest coverage of the TIF commission vote.

Produce Found to Impact on Strokes, Blood Pressure

Studies show the benefits of adding apples, tomatoes and cranberry juice to your diet.

Weird News: Burglar Foils Unsecure Security Camera

A roundup of odd, unusual and head-scratching crimes in the St. Louis area.

Affton High School Holds Poetry 'Out Loud' Competition

Junior Logan Willis won the competition with a recitation of “Degrees of Gray in Philipsburg” by poet Cornelius Eady.

Letter to the Editor: Kenrick Plaza TIF Decision Will Be Career-Changing for Shrewsbury Board

"The answer is plain to see through the Walmart Trees," advise Craig and Terri Diliberto.

Affton and Shrewsbury Obituaries: Jan. 11-18

Here is a list of obituaries posted by funeral homes in Affton, Shrewsbury and South County areas.

Like Us on Facebook! We Need the Validation

Seriously, as websites go, we're kind of insecure.

5 Job Openings In and Around Affton

Here's our weekly look at who's hiring in and around Affton.

DWI Arrest Made on Murdoch Avenue

See what the Shrewsbury Police Department investigated this month.

St. Louis County Crimes Lowest in Four Decades

The 2012 report represents the fourth year in a row of overall crime reduction, according to police data. See which crime categories decreased and which increased.

Walmart and Sam's Club to Offer Jobs to Veterans, Help to Part-Timers

CEO Bill Simon has also promised to help move part-timers into full-time jobs and to encourage U.S. manufacturing.

Friday Food Critic: Phil's Bar-B-Que

Each week, we will nominate a new restaurant for you to review. That's right, you're the local expert.

Police: Suspects Arrested for Theft, Assault with a Vehicle

We've got your weekly crime round-up from the St. Louis County Police Affton Precinct.

Restaurant Inspections: 10 Mile House, Tsevis, Syberg's

See how your favorite Affton restaurants fared in their routine health inspections.

Candidates for St. Louis Community College Board of Trustees Announced

Who will represent the school districts of Maplewood-Richmond Heights, Affton, Bayless, Brentwood, Kirkwood and Webster Groves on the board for St. Louis Community College?

MoDOT Unveils 2013 St. Louis Area Road Construction Projects

The projects cost nearly $211 million and will include road and lane closures around the St. Louis area that begin next week.

New School Rankings System Released; Lindbergh Earns Perfect Score

See how Affton and Bayless School districts scored on the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's new system.

Fifth Grader Wins Gotsch School Spelling Bee

Kaitlyn Pluff, a fifth-grader whose teacher is Eric Bowen, won the competition with the word “authoritative.” Fourth-graders Kimberly Welch placed second, and Anna Bohnert placed third.

Police: Man Catches Copper Thief, Shoots Him with Shotgun

The shooter followed the copper thief from Affton to the Dutchtown South neighborhood of St. Louis City before confronting him, police said.

Affton Kindergarten Enrollment Starts Next Month

All Affton Kindergarten classes are full-day and offered at no cost.

Officer of the Year Banquet Set for March 2013

Come see which police officers from the Affton precinct and the South County precinct will be named Officer of the Year.

Construction Starts on Rock Hill Road

Rock Hill Road is getting major road improvements from Gravois to Laclede Station roads. Will this affect your commute?

Affton Columnist Dies at 91

Jim Fox was a longtime writer for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch and Suburban Journals.

Missouri Offering Tax Refund Debit Cards

Do you want your 2012 tax refund in the form of a debit card from the State of Missouri?

'Listen To Your Mother' Crew Seeks Submissions for St. Louis Show

The performance organization wants to hear stories from local moms. Those stories chosen will be part of an area Mothers Day show on May 11.

Red Cross Urges Flu Shots, Provides Tips for Those Infected

Missouri has not seen the widespread occurrences of the flu this winter, but 41 states, including all of Missouri's neighbors, have, according to the American Red Cross.

Police: Shrewsbury Business Owner Says Gun Was Stolen from Vehicle

Shrewsbury Police Department reports on criminal activity.

5 Job Openings In and Around Affton

Here's our weekly look at who's hiring near Affton and Shrewsbury.

Underage Driver Who Struck Affton 12-Year-Old Also Involved in Hit and Run

The 15-year-old driver was issued tickets for reckless driving and second degree assault, in addition to leaving the scene of an accident.

South County Obituaries and Funeral Notices: Jan. 5-11

The following is a list of obituaries posted by funeral homes near Affton and Shrewsbury.

Now Open: Phase 5 Personal Training

You won't find any exercise machines at this studio, just free weights and smart workouts.

Alumni Return to Affton High School to Talk about College Life

Representing 14 different colleges and universities, the undergrads and graduate students fielded questions about their academic and extracurricular experience.

County Commission Votes Against TIF for Shrewsbury Walmart

The commission voted 9-3 against $15 million in tax breaks for a 172,000-square-foot redevelopment of Kenrick Plaza. A public hearing before the vote drew emotional testimony from residents for and against the project.

Updated: Teen Injured After Being Struck by Vehicle in Affton

St. Louis County Police said the injuries weren't life threatening.