Saint Louis Zoo Will Hire Part-Time, Seasonal Jobs

Saint Louis Zoo managers will hold a job fair Jan. 19 to hire groundskeepers, catering and food personnel, gift shop attendants and more.

I-44 Improvements Top MoDOT's List for 2012

Missouri Department of Transportation managers released a list of major renovations and upgrades completed in 2012; several of the projects benefit Eureka and Wildwood residents.

Missouri National Guard Inauguration Open to Public

The Missouri National Guard Inauguration will be hosted in Jefferson City on Jan. 14. It includes the first-ever Missouri Barbecue Showcase and Reception at the Capitol Plaza Hotel. Are you planning to attend?

Registration Open for 12-Mile Trail Run in Wildwood

The third annual Wildwood Frozen Feet 12-mile trail race will close once 300 participants are received. The race starts at 8 a.m.

Representative Ann Wagner Sworn In With 113th Congress

The Republican from St. Louis County represents Missouri's new Second Congressional District.

Special Signage for Future Llywelyn's Pub in Wildwood Approved

A "coming soon" sign went up prior to New Year's at the new restaurant location in Wildwood. But it's a couple of other proposed signs that caught the attention of city leaders.

Fiscal Cliff: How Congress Voted

The U.S. House went along with a Senate plan Tuesday to address expiring Bush-era tax cuts while delaying spending cuts.

Fiscal Cliff: What It Means For My 2013 Paycheck?

The financial deadline looms in Washington, with no deal yet made. Check this primer, and share your questions and thoughts.

Real, Personal Property Taxes Are Due December 31

The St. Louis Department of Revenue has four offices to serve patrons.

Prices Increase for Meridian Waste Services in Wildwood

"Wildwood residents should be commended for outstanding commitment to recycling." See where the city ranks for recycling among the entire St. Louis metropolitan region.

Babysitting 101 Class Hosted Dec. 28 in Wildwood

Know a youngster looking for something different to do over winter break?

Additional Northbound I-270 Lane Open, Work Zones Restricted for Holiday

The Missouri Department of Transportation reports its St. Louis work zones for Dec. 20-26.

Weapons Sales Increase During Call for Tighter Gun Control

Legislation is being prepared to ban assault-style weapons; President Barack Obama to make the issue "central" to his second term. Area shooting range and gun store receives "hate phone calls."

Antire Road I-44 Project Nears Completion

This morning, MoDOT’s St. Louis District Engineer Ed Hassinger announced two major construction projects are near completion: I-64 double deck (Poplar Street Bridge) rehabilitation and I-44 at Antire pavement replacement.

Eureka Board Rescinds One Business' Use Permit, Approves Others

Eight special use permits were approved at Tuesday's Eureka Board of Aldermen meeting.; two were postponed; and one was authorized to be rescinded.

Vacated Gas Station to Get "New" Old Town Feel in Eureka

Plans to renovate the buildings left from a former gas station in one of Eureka's highly visible spots were approved at Tuesday's Board of Aldermen meeting.

Look How Missouri Route 109 will Change in Wildwood

Improvements for this major St. Louis County transportation thoroughfare are coming this spring. Several of the planned construction phases now were combined into a single project, but some residents are unhappy no sound wall will be part of it.

Peek Inside a Missouri American Water Tank

Ever wondered what the inside of one of those giant water tanks looked like? Patch offers you a glimpse from inside one that services Wildwood residents.

Two Lanes of I-44 to I-270 Will Be Closed Sunday

Crews will install seven large new guide signs on overhead steel trusses. Here are the detours to take.

Pacific Couple Pleads Guilty to Federal Fraud Charges Regarding Illegal Aliens

The Pacific man assisted a Driver's License Bureau employee with providing licenses to illegal aliens, while his wife was charged with harboring an unlawful resident.

Missouri Speaker of House Tim Jones Opens New District Office in Eureka

PHOTO GALLERY, VIDEO: A ribbon-cutting ceremony was hosted Thursday evening at the new 110th District office in Eureka, which has historic significance. Jones and supporters just finished a 20-city tour this week around Missouri.

Mississippi River Bridge Construction to Close I-70 Lanes Overnight Friday

Missouri Department of Transportation reports its St. Louis work zones for Dec. 13-19.

Wildwood Authorizes $2.9M Police Contract with St. Louis County

Wildwood's police service specifics for next year were approved at Monday night's city council meeting. It was done within a multiyear master agreement entered into during 2007 and extending through 2021.

Treetop Course Owner Concedes to Consider Other Spots in Greensfelder Park, Other County Parks

This has been a busy couple of days for GoApe! owner Chris Swallow, who is in town from Maryland to meet with St. Louis media and park users. Tuesday's St. Louis County Council meeting also sent the proposed treetop course in a different direction.

Candidates Begin Filing Dec. 11 for Spring Local Elections

Dec. 11, 2012, through Jan. 15, 2013, is the filing period for the Apr. 2, 2013, election for city, school and fire protection district board positions.

EPA's Latest 'Dioxin-Related' Cleanup in Wildwood Prompts New Concerns

After EPA officials said they discovered a small amount of paint-related waste that should be removed from the Bliss-Ellisville Superfund site in Wildwood, residents weren't sure what to make of its significance.

Warning Signs Erected on One of Missouri's Most Dangerous Two-Lane Roads Near Eureka

Missouri Department of Transportation employees install signs along Route FF near Eureka this week.

Wildwood Seeks $1.6M Federal, State Funds

Wildwood city leaders have applied for 80 percent of the costs for specified construction projects to be covered through state and federal entities, especially those available through SAFETEA-LU program.

Online Petitioners Oppose Treetop Obstacle Course in Wildwood

GREEN SPACE THREATENED? St. Louis County Parks and Recreation Department representatives would like to place a treetop adventure course in Greensfelder Park in Wildwood, but local and area residents who oppose the concept started an online petition.

Wildwood Tax Adviser Indicted for Tax Evasion

Frank “Tiger” Zerjav Jr., 39, Wildwood, was indicted by a federal grand jury on four felony counts of tax evasion and one felony count of obstruction of justice.

Peanut Butter Plant to Starbucks Shut Down by FDA

The Sunland Inc. plant that distributes products to Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, Target and others is linked to Salmonella contamination that made at least 41 people ill in 20 states. Look at list of products affected.

Route 66 Meramec River Bridge Starts to be Taken Apart

The historic bridge at Route 66 State Park visitors' center runs over the Meramec River near Eureka, but is not safe for pedestrians, cyclists or vehicles. The bridge was 80 years old this year.

Route 66 State Park in Eureka Cleared by EPA Officials

EPA Findings: "Soil samples from Route 66 State Park show no significant health risks for park visitors or workers."

Shop Locally in Eureka and Wildwood on Small Business Saturday Nov. 24

Start holiday shopping at locally owned stores during Small Business Saturday. Old Town Eureka merchants lead the way.

Time Capsule Collected for New Wildwood City Hall

As the newly constructed Wildwood City Hall gets closer to completion, this week a time capsule of relevant items will be placed inside a wall of the new building.

County 'Goes Ape' to Help Save Greensfelder Park in Wildwood

VIDEO: St. Louis County Parks and Recreation managers seek new sources of revenue to help make county parks more self-sustaining. One favorite spot in Wildwood is targeted to get a high-ropes course. Meeting is Nov. 17.

What's Closed on Veterans Day 'Monday,' Plus Free Items to Veterans

While Sunday, Nov. 11, was truly Veterans Day, the federal holiday is being observed today (Monday) because this year the date fell on Sunday. There are an estimated 21.5 million living military veterans.

Wreath Sponsors Sought for Veterans Salute

Local Missouri Civil Air Patrols representatives this weekend kicked off their annual, remembrance Wreaths Across America campaign. Orders received by Nov. 26 will be honored at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.

Senator Jane Cunningham Fears American Freedoms Being Lost

"You’ve lost America and I’m scared to death," Cunningham said. The Republican reveals what might be in her future.

Rep. John Diehl Elected Majority Floor Leader

Missouri State Rep. John Diehl, R-Town and Country, will serve as Majority Floor Leader beginning in the January 2013 legislative session. Diehl replaces current Speaker of the House, State Rep. Tim Jones, R-Eureka.