How to Decorate Your House Without Getting Up On a Ladder

Several local companies are available to hang Christmas lights on your house. They take them down after the holidays are over, too.

Feed My People to Benefit From Holiday Concert

The American Chamber Chorale to present concert featuring selections from Handel's "Messiah."

Lindbergh High School Seniors Sign on For College

The Lindbergh student-athletes will continue to play sports at their new schools

Cardinals' David Freese Wrecks Rover to Avoid Deer

St. Louis Cardinals' player and 2011 World Series MVP David Freese was not injured when his SUV struck a tree in Wildwood Thursday, but his vehicle had to be towed from the accident scene.

7 Unusual Things at Walmart To Hang on Your Christmas Tree

What's Christmas without a moose hanging on your tree?

Enter Patch's “Deck the House” Contest To Win $100,000 For Public Schools

Did you decorate your house for the holidays this year? Enter our "Deck the House" contest and you could win $100,000 for your local school district and $500 to pay your electric bills!

Sperreng Middle School Recycling Drive

Unwanted lights can be dropped off at the school 12111 Tesson Ferry Road.

Man Leads Police on High-Speed Chase into Shrewsbury

Maplewood Police said they had been dispatched to check on thefts from cars in the area, and spotted a recently stolen car driven by the defendant.

Happy Thanksgiving! 2012 Affton-Shrewsbury Turkey Day Guide

We've got grocery coupons, gas prices, travel tips, recipes, a turkey emergency hotline and more for all your Thanksgiving Day needs!

Residents Cite Traffic Concerns in New Development by Cor Jesu, Grant's Farm

Cut-through traffic and congestion at Gravois Road & Musick Road are raising concerns for neighbors of a potential new single-family housing development.

Affton & Shrewsbury, What Are We Thankful For?

Gather around my metaphorical Patch dining room table and share the blessings and gifts you and our community have received this year. I'll go first.

Lambert-St. Louis International Airport Expects Increased Holiday Traffic

Officials urge Thanksgiving travelers to come early and be prepared.

Syberg's on Gravois Expanding, Hopes for Indoor/Outdoor Bar

The shark-themed family favorite restaurant is growing, and even the menu is getting an update.

Guns 'N Hoses: Affton Firefighter to Compete in Boxing Event

Tickets are on sale for the annual Budweiser Guns 'N Hoses boxing matches amongst area firefighters and police officers at Scottrade Center Nov. 21.

Hitting the Road This Thanksgiving? You're Not Alone

AAA is forecasting that 43.6 million people will be driving to their Thanksgiving feast. And here's some good news - gas prices are expected to drop by Thursday.

Safely Deep-Frying a Holiday Bird

Deep-frying a turkey can be delicious, but dangerous without the right safety tools.

Veterans Honored at Salem Lutheran School

A slideshow honored Salem family members who have served in the armed forces.

Shopping Event Highlights South County's Small, Women-Owned Businesses

Get your holiday shopping done while supporting South St. Louis County businesses and The Jefferson County Pet Food Pantry.

Leftover Turkey Recipes: What to Cook After Thanksgiving

Beat the leaftover turkey blues and think beyond the sandwich with casseroles, turnovers and salads.

Thanksgiving 2012: Movies to Watch on Turkey Day

Spending your Turkey Day in St. Louis and looking for a family-friendly activity? Skip the Black Friday lines and watch a movie on Thanksgiving.

Ex-Convict Had Handgun in Trunk, Police Say

Shrewsbury Police said he consented to a car search Nov. 11 following a traffic stop.

Aftton Obituaries and Funeral Notices: Nov. 10 - 16

The following is a list of obituaries posted by funeral homes in Affton and the South County area.

St. Louis County's Most Wanted Fugitives

To report a sighting of any of the following Most Wanted Fugitives, call 314-615-4692 or contact St. Louis Regional CrimeStoppers at 866-371-8477 (TIPS).

10 Job Openings In and Around Affton-Shrewsbury

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

Boodles BBQ Restaurant Closes Permanently

The year-old restaurant closed Tuesday.

Man Beat, Choked Girlfriend in Affton, Police Say

The man was charged last Friday with second-degree domestic assault.

'Black Friday Creep' Spurs Online Petition Drives to Save Thanksgiving

Thousands are signing an online petitions against Black Friday store opening hours that have been pushed into Thanksgiving Day.

Love to Help? Be a Mentor or Tutor in St. Louis

A gold medal Olympian and a player for the Rams helped the United Way kick off its new Education Express program, matching children with mentors and tutors.

Property Crime in Shrewsbury Drops 43 Percent in 6 Years

According to the FBI's 2011 Uniform Crime Report, crimes such as theft, car theft, burglary and arson have been nearly cut in half in the town since 2005.

Friday Food Critic: China Garden

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

Giving Thanks for Pie! Try These Recipes for Your Turkey Day Feast

Turkey may be Thanksgiving's star, but for many, what makes the annual holiday feast special is pie. Harvest are pies made easy - thanks to the invention of ready-made pastry crust.

Don't Want To Cook? Order Turkey Day Dinner To Go

Make this year's Thanksgiving a little easier. Consider cooking a little less and doing part of, or the entire, Thanksgiving Day feast as a carry-out.

Affton Breakfast and Dinner Now Open

The new restaurant, which is in the former location of Trattoria Toscana, serves up breakfast all day.

Don't Miss Tilles Park Winter Wonderwalk This Weekend

Walk through the annual holiday light extravaganza before it opens to cars.

Leonids Meteor Shower 2012 Peak: Where and When to Watch

Shooting stars will be flying the night of Nov. 17 over Affton — not as many as some past years — but it promises to be a show worth watching.

Holiday Mail for Military, Veterans Made Possible by Red Cross, Rams

The American Red Cross and the St. Louis Rams have teamed up to send greetings to active military, their families and veterans in homes and hospitals.

Police Blotter: Hunting Gear, Music Equipment, Laptop Stolen

The St. Louis County Police Affton Precinct released news of the following incidents in its weekly police blotter. Arrests do not indicate convictions.

Police Blotter: Gun, Tools, Tires, Keys Stolen in Affton

The St. Louis County Police Affton Precinct released news of the following incidents in its weekly police blotter. Arrests do not indicate convictions.

Mesnier Primary Students Recognized for Character

Congratulations to the kindergarteners, first and second graders recognized last month for character.

Rogers Middle School Students Serve Affton Community

Check out the 22 groups Rogers students participate in to make Affton a better place.