Chesterfield City Council Says Seasonal Signs Are OK

A local mall has asked the city for permission to erect seasonal decorations, including an inflatable pumpkin and a Christmas tree.

Does America Need President Hillary?

Hillary is the poster child for the failure of U.S. diplomacy

Dirty Tricks & Political Skunks Emerge Early in Missouri Gubernatorial Campaign

Missouri politics shows no signs of getting rid of defamation, lies and dirty tricks.

Area Districts Unite to Support Struggling Schools

Schools in the St. Louis area have agreed to provide services to two struggling districts.

Missouri's Innovative Medicaid Reforms

At a recent summit, Rep. Allen presented to legislators from across the US on Missouri’s innovative work in oral health and asthma services.

Amid Shrinking State Revenues, House Seeks Transparency

During this budget shortfall, the legislature is diligently overseeing how Missourians' tax dollars are spent.

Should Your State Legalize Pot?

With the economical benefits of legalized marijuana working for Colorado, is your state the next in line?

What Child Care Costs Mean for You and Your Family

Three Ways the Shutdown Hurt the Economy

A recent report from Washington lays out damage done by last month’s government shutdown.

FAA Allows Most Electronic Devices Throughout Flights

Curbside Leaf Removal: Why Doesn't Chesterfield Have It?

Here's the answer from a recent city of Chesterfield newsletter.

Conway Road Sewer Pipeline Project: 5 Things To Know

The project is a small part of a $4.7 billion settlement between MSD and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency requiring sewage repairs.

Missouri Tax Cut Failure: Who Do You Blame?

Would you have supported the tax cuts? Do you think Nixon's more to blame for vetoing them in the first place, or the GOP lawmakers who broke ranks and didn't vote to override the veto?

What's Going on at the Conway Bridge Near White Road?

Plus, we're checking on what's happening a little east of there under Ameren's power lines.

Ban on Commercial Vehicles in Neighborhoods Becomes Law—in April

Though the law is effective now, officials won't begin to enforce it until April 1, giving residents a chance to make arrangements.

Boone Bridge Open Again For Westbound Drivers

MoDOT announced the inspection on the westbound portion of Highway 40's Daniel Boone Bridge was completed early and the lanes have reopened.

Cost of Express Bus Service from Chesterfield to City: $35 Million

The price tag could be higher, the Post-Dispatch reports.

Commercial Parking Proposal in Chesterfield Gets Readers Riled Up

The city council gives final consideration to the plan on Sept. 9.

Arch Grounds Renovation: Are You Happy with the Plans?

Check out the project's "virtual fly-through" the redesigned project and tell us what you think.

Could Chesterfield Use Express Bus Service To and From Downtown?

Officials are seeking public input on the possibility of two express bus routes that could bring workers to and from West County.

City May Ban Some Commercial Vehicles from Parking in Residential Areas

Banned vehicles would include certain vans, vehicles modified to accommodate advertising, flat-bed trucks, ice cream trucks, landscaping vehicles and several others.

Who Speaks What Languages in the Chesterfield Area?

An interactive map on the U.S. Census Bureau website will show you the concentration of 15 different language speakers in the region.

Traffic, Trees Top Concerns for New Schoettler Road Subdivision

The proposed 17-acre, 31-home Shoettler Grove subdivision has some neighbors worried about its impact.

Chesterfield's Property Tax Rate Could Disappear in Three Years

The city held a public hearing Aug. 5 on the proposed rate for 2013 of 3 cents per $100 of assessed valuation.

Yet One More Development Headed for Chesterfield Valley

The 10-acre Monarch Center received approval from a divided Chesterfield City Council Monday.

Children, Lifeguards Honored for Saving Life of 3-Year-Old Boy

He nearly drowned at the Chesterfield Aquatic Center July 20, but was spotted floating face down in the water by another swimmer who alerted the pool's lifeguards.

Flood of 1993: Chesterfield Valley, Before and After

On the 20th anniversary of the Great Flood of 1993, check out a photo comparison of the Valley then and now.

Improvements to Wildhorse Creek Intersection Completed

Are Men or Women Gaining Weight in Chesterfield?

Obesity is responsible for over 300,000 U.S. deaths annually. Find out how fat our county is.

Flood of 1993: How Gumbo Flats Became the Chesterfield Valley

In commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the Great Flood of 1993, Patch is publishing articles sharing the personal perspectives of those who lived through the event.

Chesterfield Dipping into Reserves to Cover 3 Projects

Chesterfield Reacts in Real Time to Gay Marriage Decisions

The Supreme Court's 5-4 this morning to strike down the federal Defense of Marriage Act is generating a big discussion on social media.

Chesterfield Sees Benefits to 'In-House' Economic Agency

City officials said they support the merger of the St. Louis city and county economic development agencies, but don't expect them to join up any time soon.

Solar Panels to Protect Sports Spectators in Chesterfield

The city is moving ahead with the installation of covers for some of its bleachers at the Chesterfield Valley Athletic Center that will contain solar panels.

Major Chesterfield Valley Road Project Nearly Finished

St. Louis County say they expect the reconfiguration of the Long, Kehrs Mill and Wild Horse Creek roads intersection to be completely open to traffic by Monday.

Chesterfield Celebrates Its History with Timeline Posters

The posters present a pictorial timeline of the area and are being displayed at business and other gather spots throughout the month of June. Have you spotted one?

Repaving on Clarkson Road Starts Tuesday

The project will close one lane of traffic in parts of the road over night from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. on weekdays.

MoDOT Plan Calls for Traffic-Relieving Improvements for Route 141

Three separate projects are listed as part of the department's Statewide Transportation Improvement Program for 2014-2018.

Tea Party Activists Hold Protest Rally at West County IRS Office

Activists meet around noon today at the office in Town and Country, located off Route 141 near Chesterfield.

Chesterfield Spending $221,000 for "Aesthetic Enhancements" to New Bridge

The project will add the city logo and other features to the Chesterfield Airport Road Bridge being constructed over Highway 40, but the cost caused concerns among the city council's new members.