What are your New Year's traditions? Do you cook black-eyed peas or collard greens for wealth in the New Year? Here are a few facts and superstitions about the first day of 2013.
Many consumers may not have realized milk prices were set to double at the start of 2013 with a farm bill set to expire..
AAA offers tips for safe traveling during the holidays.
Here are some places to watch Stanford vs. Wisconsin in the Rose Bowl; Florida State vs. Northern Illinois in the Orange Bowl; Georgia vs. Nebraska in the Capital One Bowl; Michigan vs. South Carolina in the Outback Bowl; and more.
Hazelwood residents must have their payments submitted by Dec. 31.
John Lamping and his wife adopted a son in Russia in 2005. Vladimir Putin has now signed a law that would ban Americans from adopting Russian children.
The man entered the home, took the car keys and stole a 2003 Dodge Durango, Hazelwood Police said.
Northbound I-270 was closed following a multi-vehicle accident at the McDonnell Boulevard exit.
We've have some great photos you, the readers, submitted in Hazelwood Patch's Pics & Clips Gallery.
Plus, Gold's Gym in Florissant is hiring a front desk associate.
Both entities are providing avenues for Hazelwood residents that want to get rid of their holiday trees in the New Year.
Plus, Cecil Whittaker's and Doozles shine in follow-up inspections
Money raised supports the educational and litigation funds for local and national programs.
Missouri Department of Transportation reports the St. Louis work zones for Dec. 27 to Jan. 2.
The Missouri Public Service Commission has approved a rate increase request by Ameren UE that will add $10 to the average bill. Laclede Gas is also asking the commission to let it raise rates on its customers.
The financial deadline looms in Washington, with no deal yet made. Check this primer, and share your questions and thoughts.
The new-look IDs will be available in the St. Louis area at the start of the New Year.
Legislation that would allow teachers with concealed weapons permits to carry guns in school has the support of Missouri House Republican leaders.
Patch has a round up of homes on the market in St. Louis and St. Charles counties.
Plus, car stolen after owner leaves keys in the ignition.
Plus, police investigate possible gunshots fired in Hazelwood.
Plus, a resident's vehicle is spray painted.
Plus, credit card thief caught at St. Louis Outlet Mall.
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Our Patch Elf on the Shelf has gotten ahold of our computer and now wants to know what his buddy elves are up to. Share your photos here!
Plus, someone steals an apartment complex dryer and dumps it on the sidewalk after stealing its coins.
Hazelwood School District received reports from parents of rumors of threats of possible violence, which led the district to be on high alert.
HSD has been dealing with small levels of threat this week in the wake of the shootings. The NRA wants armed officers in all American schools to help counter threatening situations.
Plus, a woman's wallet is stolen from her purse while she shops in Friday's crime report.
Our Patches across the country will take part in a Web Moment of Silence on Friday to pause to remember those lost last week.
This program gives youth, ages 14 to 21, an opportunity to βtry outβ a career in law enforcement without actually having to go through the educational and hiring process.
The Missouri Department of Transportation reports its St. Louis work zones for Dec. 20-26.
Hazelwood officials are consulting with area police departments on adopting a program called Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter and Evacuate.
Andrea's Gluten-Free offered Patch some recipes, tips and overall good advice for those planning gluten-free meals over the holidays.
Residents express concern after Hazelwood Patch reveals there are buildings in the city deemed unsafe because they were used to produce methamphetamine.
Hazelwood Patch spoke with acting Chief of Police Gregg Hall about Tuesday's accident where a Tendercare passenger van crashed into the facility's building.
The Hazelwood School District explains the punishment possible for the student that brought a bullet to school.
Follow Santa and see when he will hit St. Charles County
Check out Santa's reindeer in the days before they head out to deliver presents.