Candidate Filing Closed for Spring 2013 Elections

Seats on the Ballwin board of aldermen, Ellisville city council, West County EMS and Fire Board and the area school boards are all up for election along with Ballwin mayor.

A Look Inside a Missouri American Water Tank in Ballwin

Ever wondered what the inside of one of those giant water tanks looked like? Patch got to take a peek!

Severance Increase Won't Be Added to Ellisville City Manager Contract

Ellisville City Council vote resulted in a tie, nixing the proposed contract revisions.

CVS Requests Help Enforcing Ballwin Grove Parking Issues

The CVS Pharmacy neighbors the popular Ballwin Grove development, home to Circle 7 Ranch and Marcella's Mia Sorella.

34-Year-Old St. Louis Area FBI Agent Dies Unexpectedly

The FBI says Special Agent Jarrod M. Petrelli led “Operation Scorpion King” in dismantling a St. Louis area heroin trafficking ring.

Ballwin Honors Ann Wagner and Family with City Proclamation

Recently-elected 2nd District Congresswoman Ann Wagner and her family were recognized for their service to the city at the Ballwin Board of Aldermen meeting Monday.

Ballwin Budget Hearing, Approval on Aldermen Agenda

See what's on the agenda for the Ballwin Board of Aldermen meeting Dec. 10.

Two Positions Open on Parkway School Board, Filing Begins Tuesday

The terms of Tom Appelbaum and Sam Sciortino expire in April, 2013. Filing begins Tuesday for the April election.

Ellisville Residents Want City to Pay Attorney Fees After Charter Lawsuit

The five residents are requesting reimbursement after they were named in a lawsuit by Councilman Matt Pirrello for petitioning for recall earlier this year.

Road Construction, Federal Funding Possible For Ballwin's Henry Avenue

The cities of Ballwin and Manchester could apply for federal funding for improvements to Henry Avenue.

Zephrex-D: Meth Busting Decongestant Now in Numerous St. Louis Pharmacies

Zephrex-D, the decongestant touted as a tool in the fight against meth labs, is now available at Walgreens, Walmart and CVS.

Budget Hearing, City Manager Contract Up for Ellisville City Council

The City Council will meet Wednesday evening at 7 p.m.

Zephrex-D: Meth Busting Allergy Drug Now Available at Walgreens

Zephrex-D, a new decongestant touted to fight meth labs, is now available at Walgreens. It's coming to two more major St. Louis area pharmacies in coming weeks.

Tax Loophole For St. Louis County Country Clubs Has Homeowners Paying More

A loophole reportedly allows private country clubs in West County to pay less taxes, affecting what school districts like Parkway receive and forcing homeowners to pay more. Watch KMOV's story here.

Can You Explain Republican-Democrat Divide in Missouri?

How is it possible that Missourians voted overwhelmingly in favor of a Republican presidential nominee, but also voted in a Democratic senator and four Democratic statewide officers?

Ellisville City Council Has Funeral Protests, City Manager Contract on Agenda

Check the agenda for the Ellisville City Council meeting Nov. 7.

Mitt Romney Wins Missouri

Voters in Missouri on Tuesday cast their ballot for Mitt Romney, giving him the state's 10 electoral votes.

When Will Election 2012 Presidential Results be Announced in Missouri?

Patch will have updates on results as they become available. But when do polls close in some of the key presidential swing states?

Elections 2012 Results: Ann Wagner Takes Missouri's Congressional District 2

The GOP candidate said District 2 needs some "tough love" and she's ready to deliver.

Ballwin-Ellisville Patch Will Have Your Election Day Covered

Here's a look at our plans for the day, and how we want you to get involved.

Is Facebook Changing the Way You Vote?

Social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter will play a massive role in reelecting President Barack Obama or voting in a new President of the United States, in Mitt Romney. How is it affecting your voting habits?

St. Louis County Board of Elections Well Prepared for General Election

The Election Authority anticipates little voter fraud, thanks to poll training and systems put in place.

Election 2012: Koenen Knows He's An Underdog In Race For Congress

The Oakville resident faces an uphill challenge in his bid to succeed Rep. Todd Akin in Washington.

Ballwin Police Receive $14,000 For Traffic Enforcement

The Ballwin Police Department was awarded three separate traffic enforcement grants by MoDOT.

I-70 Express Lanes to Remain Closed Through Mid-November

MoDOT reports on St. Louis Work zones for October 25-31.

Candidates' Forum for Second District Scheduled

Public is invited to attend on Oct. 29.

MoDOT: Cardinals Fans, Allow Extra Travel Time to Busch Stadium

The Missouri Department of Transportation reports on the St. Louis work zones for October 18-24.

Ellisville Company Will Work on Shaw Park Trail Construction in Clayton

An Ellisville company has won a contract totaling approximately $421,000 for the project.

MoDOT to Close Various Lanes in Downtown St. Louis This Week

The Missouri Department of Transportation reports the St. Louis work zones for October 11-17.

Despite Push to Compare Prices, Manchester Police Renew Dispatch Contract With Ballwin

The Manchester Police chief said there is no need to shop around for better contracts because the price is fair and the two departments have an extensive history together.

St. Louis County Voter Registration Deadline is Oct. 10

If Ballwin and Ellisville residents want to vote in the general election next month, they must be registered with the County by Wednesday.

Ballwin Approves Deer Hunting on Private Property

The ordinance is deemed an attempt at deer control in the Ballwin area.

Library-Tax Supporters Contribute $265,000

Voters in Ballwin, Ellisville and other St. Louis County Library system cities will decide Nov. 6 whether to approve the Proposition L tax increase for construction and branch maintenance.

Deer Hunting Ordinance on Ballwin Board of Aldermen Agenda

Take a look at what's on the agenda for the Ballwin Board of Aldermen meeting Oct. 8.

MoDOT: Watch for Eastbound Lane Closures Downtown This Weekend

Missouri Department of Transportation reports on St. Louis work zones for October 4-10.

Route 141 Closing South of Route 370 Friday

MoDOT is closing the road to replace a railroad crossing. Drivers are advised to use an alternate route.

Walmart Appeal Denied by Ellisville City Council

The citizens appeal for the Walmart project's conditional use permit was formally denied by the council Wednesday.

Ellisville City Council Will Review Walmart Appeal

The citizen appeal for a Walmart conditional use permit is on the agenda for Wednesday's Ellisville City Council meeting.

Is Ballwin The Best Deal For Manchester Police Calls?

Manchester Police Chief Tim Walsh thinks so. Here's what he told aldermen after being told to shop around for the best police dispatching deal before renewing the city's contract with Ballwin.

Good News For Allergy Sufferers, Bad News For Meth Makers

The new decongestant Zephrex-D should be in St. Louis pharmacies this year. It's gaining support from drug task force agents because it can't be converted into meth. Here's how it works.