Traffic Ahead: 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.

A.D.O.P.T. Animal Group Receives Proclamation From County

Group recognized for work on behalf of the Jefferson County Animal Control Facility.

Wednesday is Last Chance to Register to Vote In Missouri's August 7 Primary

The deadline to register to vote in the Aug. 7 Missouri primary election is July 11

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.

Calling All Candidates: We Need Your Info

Use this form to load information about August and November political campaigns on Patch.

Traffic Alert: MoDOT Halts I-270 Lane Closures for July 4 Holiday

As fireworks displays are being cancelled all over the area due to dry conditions, it turns out MoDOT is also suspending its own daily blasts on Interstate 270 on July 4 due to the holiday, which will keep all lanes of the highway open. Lanes closures du

Todd Akin: 'A Whole Lot Implies Another Watergate'

U.S. Rep. Todd Akin, rated the most conservative congressman in Missouri, told Chesterfield Township Republicans' Saturday there are many signals "things are not right in America."

Fenton Board of Aldermen Rejects 'Prescription-Only' Pseudoephedrine Bill

On a narrow vote, The Fenton Board of aldermen rejected a proposal that would have required a doctor's prescription to purchase pseudoephedrine products at local pharmacies.

Owner of Teachers’ Supply Store Weighs in on Out-of-Pocket Expenditures

The Teachers’ Lounge in South County serves teachers from different school districts throughout the area. Scott Gurley, owner of the store, said teachers spend hundreds of dollars a year on supplies for their own classrooms.

Co-Defendant of Fenton Man Sentenced on Corruption Charges

Michael Woodling previously pleaded guilty to making illegal payment to VA Medical Center director of projects to secure contracting work.

Meramec River Bridge Crawls Toward August Opening

Sidewalk, fence installed on deck of Fenton's new bridge.

Navigating a Roundabout

A 4-minute and an 8-minute video posted by the Missouri Department of Transportation explains how to use and drive through roundabouts.

Police, Fire Departments Show Up On Unclaimed Property List

State Treasurer Clint Zweifel has some money for a lot of businesses and agencies in Fenton and High Ridge

State Circuit Court Upholds Another Missouri Red-Light Camera Ordinanace

Kansas City's red-light camera ordinance, the forth Missouri red-light camera court case, complies with U.S. and Missouri Constitutions.

Fenton Company Gets $50,000 Arnold Contract to Revise Stormwater System

More stringent environmental concerns require the city to create better stormwater filtration system.

New Traffic Roundabout to be Built on Hwy 141 Between Fenton and Arnold

Construction to clog Hwy. 141 intersection at Astra Way Drive for about three months.

Traffic Ahead: All Westbound I-64 Lanes to Close in Downtown St. Louis Friday Night

The Missouri Department of Transportation reports on St. Louis area work zones for June 7-13.

MoDOT I-270: Expect Brief Closures Friday

MoDOT reports the I-270 closures will continue Friday and so far there have not been major problems or delays.

Renee Reuter Sets Re-election Campaign Kickoff Event

2nd District Jefferson County council member to launch campaign June 14.

Former Times Beach Mayor: "We Know Dioxin Is There"

Former Times Beach Mayor Marilyn Leistner is now a Eureka alderman. She wonders why the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency wants to return to the worst dioxin contamination site—her former city.

EPA Gathers Soil Samples at Route 66 State Park in Eureka to Check Dioxin Levels

FIRST AND ONLY IN U.S.: With new technology to apply, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency representatives initiate a new round of ground testing for residual dioxin at Route 66 State Park near Eureka.

Blasting on I-270 Begins Tuesday, Interstate Will Shut Down

MoDOT is warning drivers to avoid I-270 during the morning and afternoon hours when blasting will take place and close the road for about 15 minutes at a time. It begins Tuesday and will last all week.

Motorists Urged to Alter Travel Times During I-44 Antire Construction

Delays and long lines of traffic already are occurring on Interstate 44 at the Eureka Antire Road construction zone of the U.S. highway. What alternate routes can anyone suggest?

Plan to Fly the Star Spangled Banner on Flag Day June 14

These are colors that will never run any day of the year.

Celebrate Fenton's Birthday at Busch Stadium

June 15 is Fenton Night at the ballpark where the city will begin celebrating its 175th birthday.

Interstate 44 Lanes Closed Near Antire Road in Eureka

Missouri Department of Transportation crews will close one lane on eastbound I-44 at Antire Road, just east of Eureka, starting Tuesday, May 29, after evening rush. Some lanes in the area already are blocked.

Wieland Urges Port Development in Jefferson County

The Missouri State Representative, for Imperial, wanted the House to approve and fund a port to help Jefferson County.

Rep. John McCaherty, of High Ridge, Honored as Freshman Legislator of the Year

Work on worker's rights issues cited by Missouri Speaker Steven Tilly as reasons for McCaherty's award.

MoDOT Embarks on Highway 30 Safety Improvement Project

$5 million project to brings improvements to the stretch of Highway 30 from the St. Louis County line to Highway B/NN in Jefferson County.

Jefferson County Library Foundation Receives Enterprise Grant

$1,500 grant will be used to augment the library's eBook service for children and teens.

Yes or No: $700M on St. Louis Rams' Dome Upgrades?

The St. Louis Rams have outlined a renovation plan for the Edward Jones Dome that is estimated to cost $700 million.

Journalist Rick Desloge Dead from Pancreatic Cancer

A talented writer who was a regular reporter too on KMOX Radio.

MoDOT Hears Requests, Pleas for Future Transportation Projects Monday

Safety, job creation, and better transportation were cited as reasons Missouri needs funding for better roads, rail and bridges.

How to Navigate I-64 Downtown Lane Closures

As work continues on a project to replace much of the driving surface on Interstate 64 double deck structure downtown this year, Missouri Department of Transportation officials offer tips to help minimize the potential impacts.

Police Asked to Increase Security For McCaskill After Tea Party Comment

The move follows a conservative activist saying, “We have to kill the Claire Bear," at a Tea Party Express event.

In a Battle Against Meth, Fenton Considers a Prescription-Only Pseudoephedrine Law

Fenton pharmacies are among top statewide sellers of pseudoephedrine products, although meth lab seizures remain low.

TRAFFIC ALERT: I-270 Lanes Narrowing Starting Wednesday Night

MoDOT is narrowing lanes on I-270 from Manchester Road to I-44 beginning at 7 p.m. Wednesday.

Gov. Nixon Endorses Clay in 1st District Race

Endorsements are piling up for both candidates.

Jefferson Barracks Unit Returns From Afghanistan

The soldiers have been serving overseas for the last 10 months.

Traffic Ahead: Westbound Lanes Closed Downtown on Weekend, Open For Cardinals Game

Roadwork will close westbound traffic downtown most of the weekend. One lane will be opened around mid-day on Saturday and Sunday.