Taxpayers Have Until April 18 to File IRS, State Forms

Fewer people filing paper returns, local post offices will maintain regular business hours on April 18.

Litter Pick Up on I-55, Holly Hills Bridge Closed in St. Louis

MoDOT will begin another bridge removal in St. Louis on Monday. Volunteers will pick up litter along I-55 in Jefferson County on Tuesday.

Federal Government Avoids Shutdown, Temporarily

Late Friday night, a temporary budget deal was reached to avoid a shutdown of the federal government. Here's what Patch readers should know about a possible future shutdown.

Scooby-Doo, Lillie and Sadie Are at The Arnold Dog and Animal Pound

There are many animals at the Arnold pound this week. All are housebroken and want a loving family to adopt them.

Fish Fry, Book Sale and Crafts Events to Enjoy in Arnold This Weekend

Here are some weekend events for people to enjoy beginning today.

Tourism Commission to Consider Adding Sports Events to 2011-2012 Schedule

Conventions, and two-day sports events would appeal to children and parents and prompt tourists to reserve a local hotel room.

Borgelt Upsets Crisler, Amato Returns to City Council

Unofficial Jefferson County Clerk results also have Sandra Kownacki joining incumbent Bill Moritz on the city council.

Candidates, Election Judges Prepping for Lunch Time Rush of Voters

Candidates for Arnold's City Council and the Fox C-6 School Board are preparing for a rush of voters during the lunch hour and after the workday ends.

City of Arnold Meeting Schedule

Two city meetings and a Spring Bingo event scheduled for the week beginning April 4.

Road Repairs, Detours This Week for Route 141, I-270 Commuters

MoDOT will be begin bridge repair work at I-270 and Rte. 180, and shift lanes along Rte. 141 for various projects.

Voters' Guide 2011

Voters can find information about the candidates running for Arnold's City Council and the Fox C-6 School Board on this page.

Ozark Road Bridge Vote Delayed

Property owners to owe $335,000 when law passes, first payment due with regular tax bill at year's end.

Residents See Glimpses of Arnold's Future

People at the Arnold Recreation Center, or passing through the center, saw three possible scenarios for the city's development.

State Law Assesses No Points to Arnold's Red-LIght Camera Violators

The Missouri Department of Revenue, in a document, said it lacks a points assessment program on Arnold's red-light camera system.

Free Childrens' Bike Adjustments at the Fox Service Center

March is National Helmet Awareness Month. Arnold held bike rodeo on Sunday to raise awareness on helmet and bike safety for children.

Brush Pickup for Arnold Wards 1, 2 to Begin on Monday

Pickup for Wards 3 and 4 will begin April 11

Arnold City Council Candidates Responses

Six Arnold city council candidates responded to ArnoldPatch's election questions sent via certified mail. Their answers are provided below.

Gary L. Plunk: Ward 4 City Councilman Candidate

Plunk will face Sandra Hemenway Kownacki on the April 5 election.

Sandra H. Kownacki: Ward 4 City Councilman Candidate

Kownacki will face Gary L. Plunk on the April 5 election.

Phil Amato: Ward 3 City Councilman Candidate

Amato faces candidates Stan Willis, Daniel Bretz and Robert "Bob" Lindsley on the April 5 elections.

Michelle Hohmeier: Ward 2 City Councilman Candidate

Hohmeier will face William "Bill" Moritz on the April 5 election.

Bill Moritz: Ward 2 City Councilman Candidate

Moritz will face Michelle Hohmeier in the April 5 elections.

Randy Crisler: Ward 1 City Councilman Candidate

Crisler will face Doris Borgelt on the April 5 elections.

Tourism Event Ideas Needed at City Hall

Mayor Ron Counts and City Council members have asked for the public's tourism ideas to attract more people to Arnold.

Business Sign Ordinance, Snow Cone Stand Permit on Arnold Agenda This Week.

City Council members rescheduled their meeting to Thursday because their regular meeting would have occurred on St. Patrick's Day.

St. Louis County Assessor Candidates Want Improved Accuracy, Appeals Processes

L.K. Wood and Jake Zimmerman spoke Saturday at an event organized by the Affton and Lemay chambers of commerce.

Council Member Lang is Planning a 9/11 Memorial

Planners will not have a parade—a sign of celebration—for the September event.

City Considers Snow Removal Routes

Residents have called council members asking public works drivers to remove snow from narrow streets.

Candidates Invited to Offer Their Priorities for Arnold

City Council candidates received certified letters, via the U.S. Postal Service, asking them to share their priorities and visions for Arnold.

City Council Reschedules Meeting to March 24

The council's second monthly meeting was scheduled for March 17, St. Patrick's Day.

Magic Lessons, Horses and Sports at Summer Day Camps

There are a variety of unique day camp opportunities for children this summer. Sign-ups are going on now as families reserve a spot at popular camps.

Resident Wants Red-Light Camera Money Used For Safety Programs

Arnold resident Perris Haas said the city council should take action to support its words on public safety.

Sweeney: Constitution Does Not Forbid Red-Light Cameras

A U.S. appeals court has struck three challenges against red-light camera systems, City Attorney Bob Sweeney said.

Shockey Says MoDOT Red-Light Camera Wreck Numbers are Wrong

MoDOT's data includes wrecks further away from the red-light camera intersections and does not consider whether the wreck occurs at a parking lot entrance.

Expo Focuses on People's Abilities, Not Disabilities

The All-Abilities Expo introduced specialists to people with disabilities in Arnold and Jefferson County.

City To Create a Farmers' Market Commission

Arnold Farmers' Market is About One Year Away.

Secret Service Gives $2,000 to Arnold Police Department

The Arnold Police Department provided information that led to federal arrests. The Secret Service will provide forfeiture money and suggested it be spent to help detectives.

Red-Light Camera Information Posted on Arnold City Website

The Arnold Police Department has the final decision to issue a ticket to a red-light violator.

Jefferson County Council Draws Fire on Plan to Ban Red Light Cameras

During the Jefferson County Council meeting on Monday night, Arnold city council members said the county council already decided the policy on red light cameras, despite public input.

City Adds Twitter and Facebook Services

City Administrator Matt Unrein will send important, but not urgent, messages to residents with social media accounts.