We know you're busy, so here's a roundup of some of the recent stories featured on Florissant and Hazelwood Patch sites.
Tripp, who is serving sentences for dealing drugs and dumping a woman's body after she overdosed on heroin, is accused of DWI after leading police on a high-speed chase that ended on Aubuchon Road.
Teachers walked the red carpet during Teacher Appreciation Week as students cheered them on.
Do you know one of the scholarship recipients? Leave a few well-wishes for the students in the comments section below.
In the aftermath of the April 10 tornado, the St. Louis County Office of Emergency Management triggered a FEMA social media experiment. Did your use of social media increase during the severe weather?
Akin recently held the helm of U.S. Rep from the 2nd Congressional district and the party's candidate for US senate, but came under fire after a "legitimate rape" comment.
Scott Schnuck, chairman and CEO of Schnucks, issued a video apology on YouTube.
Fitch Ratings has upgraded the City of St. Louis' $740.2 million outstanding airport revenue bonds to 'BBB+' from 'BBB' and this, the global rating agency says keeps a stable outlook.
The Hazelwood Community Enrichment Commission is hosting its 10th Annual Community Art Fair and Used Book Sale on June 1, at the Hazelwood Community Center in White Birch Park. Are you creatively gifted?
The Missouri Association of Code Enforcement named the 10-year veteran of the Hazelwood Code Enforcement Division its 2012 Code Enforcement Officer of the Year.
Patch rounds-up the most recent reader submitted content for the week.
Patch has a round up of homes on the market in St. Louis and St. Charles counties.
Place cans of unopened, non-perishable items next to your mailbox before the letter carrier delivers the mail Saturday. They will collect the food donations as they deliver mail along their routes. Locally, donations go to the St. Louis Area Foodbank.
The annual run/walk hopes to raise $500,000 for scholarships for 100 students. Have you benefited from the program? Tell us in the comments section.
The Optimist Club of North St. Louis County hosts its annual Midwest state championship barbecue contest this weekend.
Patch recaps the week that was in Hazelwood and Florissant police and fire news.
Hazelwood Police said Ashley Scott, 22, became angry and threw the bottles at the woman, cutting her lip and breaking two teeth.
The following is a list of obituaries posted by Florrisant, Hazelwood, Bridgeton, St. Ann and Maryland Heights funeral homes over the past week.
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Benefit from fresh produce right in your backyard, well almost!
State Treasurer Clint Zweifel thanked both chambers of the Missouri General Assembly for passing the Military Medal Return Bill May 1. The bill will help him return military medals to veterans.
Association celebrates 115 years in business with conference keynote speakers including NFL Coach Jeff Fisher
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As part of his continued effort to reunite Unclaimed Property with its owners, State Treasurer Clint Zweifel announced today he has returned more than $1 million to three account owners.
State Treasurer Clint Zweifel invites you to join him and celebrate 529 College Savings Day. Two lucky winners will receive a one-time $529 contribution to a new or existing MOST 529 account.
State Treasurer Clint Zweifel (ZWY-ful) issued a statement following today’s release of his video in support of the Missouri Nondiscrimination Act (MONA).
State Treasurer Zweifel is providing Missourians a financial “spring cleaning” checklist he hopes they will use to keep their finances in order and their property from becoming Unclaimed Property.
Unexpected treasures and fabulous bargains can always be found at the St. Stephens Rummage Sale
FRIDAY UPDATE: RED CROSS CONTINUES TO ASSIST FAMILIES THROUGHOUT ST. LOUIS REGION **SHELTER REMAINS OPEN AT HAZELWOOD CIVIC CENTER AT 8969 DUNN ROAD
**SHELTER REMAINS OPEN AT HAZELWOOD CIVIC CENTER AT 8969 DUNN ROAD The American Red Cross is providing assistance to dozens of residents throughout the region following the storms.
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