Ameren Rate Increase Public Hearings Start Today, Do You Support the Increase?

The Missouri Public Service Commission is hosting a dozen meetings in St. Louis and beyond to ask residents for input on an average 14 percent rate increase.

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, Randy Jotte, says he's been trying to arrange a debate since March.

Council to Hear Business Plan for St. Louis County Parks Department

The Parks Department will present a business plan to the St. Louis County Council after being the center of the 2012 budget discussion.

125 MoDOT Highway Work Zones Scheduled

The Missouri Department of Transportation reports on St. Louis area work zones for July 19-25.

Poll Workers Needed for August Primary

St. Louis County needs 3,500 workers for the Aug. 7 primary.

Ellisville Independence Day Celebration Will Not Be Rescheduled

Ellisville city government says putting the event together in a future date will not be feasible.

Walmart Rep: 'We Can Take Many Steps To Accommodate Your Needs’

Walmart representatives and residents once again spoke in favor and against the development during a public hearing at Ellisville’s City Council regular meeting.

Don't Pay Your Taxes? A New Law Could Close Your Business

A new law means Ballwin-Ellisville business owners will be required to show proof they've paid their personal property taxes, or else.

Ellisville Walmart Public Hearing Today

After the planning and zoning commission's favorable vote, it is now in the hands of the council whether or not the Walmart development moves forward.

Sarah Palin Endorses Sarah Steelman In Senate Primary

Former State Treasurer Sarah Steelman faces businessman John Brunner and U.S. Rep. Todd Akin in next month's primary.

Ballwin Mayor: No Conflict of Interest in City Administrator Accepting World Series Tickets

Ballwin Mayor Tim Pogue defended City Administrator Robert Kuntz after Kuntz was accused by another board member of acting unethically for receiving World Series tickets from a contractor of the city’s trash services.

Ellisville Mayor Upset Over City's Walmart Press Release

At the last Planning and Zoning meeting, a press release with an update regarding the Walmart development in Ellisville was read to the public. Mayor Adam Paul said he was upset no one had informed him of the update beforehand.

Ballwin Board of Aldermen Hold TIF Public Hearing

Among the items to be discussed at tonight’s aldermen meeting, the board will hold a public hearing on the Old Towne TIF and address a Transportation Development District agreement for the Schnucks on at the corner of Kehrs Mill and Clarkson Roads.

Thousands Turn Out to Celebrate the Opening of Route 141 and the Page-Olive Connector

Families and dogs, runners, bicyclists, rollerbladers and proud government and traffic officials all enjoyed the completion of this major road project.

What Should Go Here? Ellisville Walmart Edition

What other business should go on the empty lot of land along Manchester Road, if not a Walmart?

Two New Hires for West County EMS and Fire

After laying off three employees and demoting Fire Chief Dave Frazier last month, the West County EMS and Fire Protection District announces two new firefighter/paramedics.

Sansone Group Doubles Cash Benefits to Clarkchester Tenants

The developer in charge of building a Walmart in Ellisville said it will double the cash benefit to those who would be forced to move out by the development.

All Westbound I-64 Lanes Closed Downtown This Weekend; New Route 141 Opens

The Missouri Department of Transportation reports on St. Louis area work zones for July 12-18.

Ellisville Planning and Zoning OKs Walmart Project

In a 5-2 vote, the planning and zoning commission approved Walmart’s petition for a conditional use permit for the project. Walmart’s developers now have to face the architectural review commission and the city council in order to move forward.

Politico: Brunner Tied To His Own Plane-gate

The publication reported Tuesday that the U.S. Senate candidate's company was late paying taxes on an aircraft.

UPDATED: Ellisville Walmart Public Hearing Continued Wednesday Night

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider Walmart’s petition for a conditional use permit to operate.

Missouri Speaker-Designate Tim Jones Selects Key Committee Chairs

Eureka resident and Rep. Tim Jones announces new leaders for the House Budget and Rules Committees.

Ann Wagner Releases First Radio Ad

Instead of attacking her GOP opponents for the primary nomination, Wagner is focusing on Obama's Affordable Health Care Act.

Receive a Low Interest Loan for Energy Efficiency Upgrades

Ballwin and Ellisville have both opted in to the St. Louis County SAVES program, which offers financial help to homeowners wishing to improve their homes’ energy efficiency.

Last GOP Senate Primary Debate: Brunner, Steelman and Akin Spar

Republican candidates talked about the economy, health care and Mitt Romney Friday night at Washington University in St. Louis.

Jotte Hopes Congressional Campaign Is Just Getting Started

Doctor in Missouri's Second Congressional District faces an uphill climb in the race to succeed Rep. Todd Akin.

Hollywood Video Scam Preys on Former Customers

The Better Business Bureau is alerting customers of calls badgering them for bogus late fees from the former video store.

City of Ballwin Hiring Finance Officer

Applications are being accepted now and until the position is filled.

MoDOT: Some Ramps Closed Downtown on Weekend

The Missouri Department of Transportation reports on St. Louis area work zones for July 5-11.

U.S. Rep. Todd Akin Campaigns in Ellisville

"Things are not right in America," said Akin, rated the most conservative congressman in Missouri, during a meeting with the Chesterfield Township Republicans.

Wanted: Missouri Political Movers and Shakers

We're assembling a group of in-the-know political types interested in taking part in a project through the end of the 2012 election cycle.

Dent Devil Asks Ballwin's OK to Add New Building

The auto repair business is seeking permission to erect what city planners called a "wall-less tent" on the premises.

Ballwin 'Top 10 for Families,' Says Family Circle

Ballwin was the only town in Missouri on the list, ranked No. 5 by the magazine.

Ballwin-Ellisville Election Guide

The candidates, incumbents and issues that will affect Ballwin, Ellisville and St. Louis County.

West County Fire Issues Statement on Fire Chief's Demotion

The West County EMS and Fire Protection District issued a statement Monday regarding the position change this month of David Frazier from fire chief to deputy chief of logistics.

Sound Off on Ballwin's Multi-Million Dollar Allied Deal

Get in on the conversation Ballwin residents, aldermen, and the mayor are having on Patch about a no-bid, multi-million dollar contract the City of Ballwin awarded Allied Waste last week.

MoDOT Cancels I-270 Closures, Rock Blasting For Rest of Week

Modot is canceling the daily road closures on I-270 between Manchester and Big Bend roads in West County.

Ballwin Gives Allied 10 Year, No-Bid Contract

A divided Board of Aldermen decided late Monday not to put Ballwin's trash contract up for bid, instead giving Allied Waste a 10-year deal with taxpayers.

Ballwin Residents, Schnucks Agree to Privacy Measures

The agreement approved by the Ballwin Board of Aldermen late Monday includes plans to allow a 10-foot fence meant to obscure parts of the new building at Clarkson and Kehrs Mill roads.

Ballwin Aldermen to Address Health Insurance Costs

An increase in annual health insurance expenses is expected to cost a total of more than $15,000.