Council Votes 4-2 to Raise Kirkwood Electric Rate

The new rate for Kirkwood Electric is lower than Ameren's. Customers' bills will increase $76 a year on average.

Vacant Applebee's: What Might Move In?

Tell Patch readers what you'd like to see in this empty location formerly occupied by Applebee's Neighborhood Bar & Grill in Des Peres.

New Raising Cane's Restaurant Process Starts

Des Peres city officials launch review process to explore possibility of establishing a new restaurant at 12215 Manchester Rd.

Obama's 'Fix it First' Program Would Mend 'Deficient' Des Peres Bridges

In his 2013 State of the Union Address Tuesday, President Barack Obama touched on immigration policy, gun control and the economy, among other national issues. In terms of infrastructure, he proposed a "Fix it First" plan that may affect Des P

Completion of Walker Lake Path About 8 Weeks Away

The project is the latest part of a five-phase rehabilitation project in the park.

U-Gas Vote Postponed After Public Hearing Raises Questions, Youthful Opposition

The controversial development for North Kirkwood Road ran into fresh opposition Thursday.

Kirkwood Remembers: 5 Years Since City Hall Shootings

City leaders described February 7, 2008 as a day that made the community stronger despite "unbelievable" and "horrific" events.

Kirkwood Aquatic Center Passes Now on Sale

Non-residents will be able to purchase 2013 pool passes as well for the first time this year,

City Council Preview: Public Hearing for Proposed U-Gas Station

This preview takes a look at some of the item's the Kirkwood City Council will discuss at its 7 p.m. meeting Thursday, Feb. 7.

Thursday Marks 5 Years Since Kirkwood City Hall Shootings

The tragedy left six dead when a gunman opened fire during a Kirkwood City Council meeting in 2008.

Want Your Kirkwood Yard to Look Like This?

Residents can get up to $2,000 for landscaping improvements. The program is part of an initiative to limit how much rain water runs off into area waterways.

New Regulations Take Effect for Liquor, Tobacco Stores Moving to Kirkwood

With a second and final vote from council, all new liquor and tobacco stores, as well as car washes, must go before the city's planning and zoning commission.

Public Hearing Set for U-Gas Coming to Kirkwood

The Kirkwood City Council will vote on a proposed station and convenience store at 915 North Kirkwood Rd.

Glendale Hires Creve Coeur Official As City Administrator

Jaysen Christensen will begin his new duties February 11.

Council Votes to Raise Kirkwood Electric Rate

Customers' electric bills would increase $76 a year on average. Councilors and city officials say the move is necessary for the future of the publicly owned utility.

New Kirkwood Gym Moves Step Closer to Opening

BARx Crossfit gains the support of Kirkwood's planning and zoning commission.

Racial Restriction to Be Nixed From Kirkwood Neighborhood

Kirkwood's Greenbriar/Osage Hills neighborhood will take the final step in removing unenforceable language from its bylaws that discriminates against African-Americans.

Kirkwood Fights to Save Trees From Destructive Beetle

Kirkwood is taking steps to save its ash trees before an invasive pest lands in the Greentree City.

Advocates Demand Missouri Expands Medicaid Coverage by 2014

A campaign kicked off Wednesday to expand coverage to anyone making 138 percent of the Federal Poverty Level. Advocates say the move would cover an additional 250,000 Missourians.

Electric Bills Could Rise for Kirkwood Residents

The city council will vote whether to raise Kirkwood Electric rates Thursday.

What's Happening With Walker Lake?

A major renovation project at Kirkwood Park makes progress.

Human Rights Commission Announces 2013 Essay Topic

High School Juniors will share their thoughts in what is becoming a Kirkwood tradition.

Council Backs Ban on Funeral Protests in Kirkwood

A new bill approved by the Kirkwood City Council forbids anyone from protesting or picketing 300 feet from a funeral or burial service.

Kirkwood City Council Approves $70k For Fillmore Park Expansion

The park will take over an adjacent plot at 400 S. Fillmore Ave.

New Fitness Facility Coming to Kirkwood

A petition was submitted to the planning and zoning commission for a “crossfit” gym.

MoDOT: Motorists Should Have Few Work Zone Delays Next Week

MoDOT reports on the St. Louis work zones for Jan. 3 - 9.

Kirkwood City Council Votes in Favor of New Requirements for Liquor, Tobacco, Carwash Businesses

The council voted in favor of the new requirements in a first reading of the amendment to the code. A second and final vote will be held at a Jan. 17 council meeting.

Claire McCaskill Begins Second Term as U.S. Senator

Sen. McCaskill officially began her second term after taking the oath of office Thursday afternoon in Washington.

Planning and Zoning Approves New Andy’s Frozen Custard

Andy’s Frozen Custard’s developer will need to seek a variance from the board of adjustment before proceeding to the Kirkwood City Council for final approval.

Fiscal Cliff: How Missouri Voted in Congress

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

Kirkwood Looks at Tightening Requirements for New Liquor, Tobacco Stores

A proposed amendment to Kirkwood's zoning code would give the city a chance to review all development. Car washes also would be subject to review.

Kirkwood Winter Fireworks Show in Photos

A photo gallery of Kirkwood's first winter fireworks festival.

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.

Identity Theft Concerns Prompt New Missouri Drivers Licenses

The new-look IDs will be available in the St. Louis area next month.

Kirkwood Passes Protections for LGBT Community

The council voted unanimously in favor of an ordinance that protects residents from discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.

New I-270 Lane Opens Between I-44 and Manchester Road

MoDOT opened new lane on Interstate 270 in West St. Louis County between Interstate 44 and Manchester Road.

Kirkwood Considers Ban on Funeral Protests

The Kirkwood City Council will vote tonight on a bill that prohibits picketing within 300 feet of a memorial service.

Entertainment Announced for Winter Fireworks Show

The Dec. 29 fireworks spectacular in Downtown Kirkwood will be preceded by performances from a Chinese dance troupe and Project 324.

Tillman to Get New Front Entrance in 2013

Switching the entrance to the middle of the school will help administrators keep track of visitors and expand the school's nursing area.

School Board Votes 5-1 to Approve $2.4 Million Overhaul of Kirkwood High Stadium

Renovations that will make the stadium ADA compliant trigger concerns about the use of district funds.