Fly the Stars and Stripes on Flag Day Thursday

Should you invest $20 in a flag for Flag Day? Read on, fellow patriots.

New Commander Takes Over Jefferson Barracks Unit

The commanding officer took charge of the Missouri National Guard's 70th Troop Command at Jefferson Barracks Saturday.

Election Day: Your Guide to June 5 Ballot Issues

Sewer rates and several related measures are on the ballot Tuesday for voters in Clayton and Richmond Heights. Here's what you should know.

Do Not Open Bogus Post Office Emails, Contain Virus

If you receive an email about a package delivery or online postage charges, do not open it. It appears to be from the post office, but it is a scam than can infect your computer.

Council Passes Bill Limiting Scrap Metal Resale

The council hopes the bill will decrease the theft of copper and other scrap metals in unincorporated areas of St. Louis County.

Oakville Guard Soldier Competes in Family Day

Family members watch as soldiers complete in a grueling obstacle course.

PHOTO: Haefner Receives Freshman Legislator of the Year

The Oakville representative earned the Freshman Legislator of the Year award for Fiscal Accountability.

Election 2012: Sewer Vote June 5 Flows from Clean Water Act

St. Louis voters will decide the rate at which their sewer rates rise this summer. Here's a look at the federal law—and lawsuit—that started it all.

Parks Department Finds Extra Cash After Laying Off Employees

An audit of the department also revealed it spent $500,000 on vehicles.

Sewer Vote Would Slow Guaranteed MSD Rate Increase

A June 5 vote is planned in St. Louis county and city on Proposition Y, along with eight charter amendments aimed at increasing the efficiency and transparency of the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District.

Board and Teachers Clash on School Calendar Length

"I feel like students lose in this contract,” board member Ron Fedorchak said.

Jim Walters Won't Return to Mehlville's Point Elementary

A late-evening email on Saturday informed Mehlville families that Dr. Jim Walters won't be returning as principal of Point Elementary School. Eric Knost, superintendent of the Mehlville School District, alerted parents to the news at 8 p.m.

Jim Walters Won't Return to Point Elementary School in Mehlville

A late-evening email on Saturday informed Mehlville families that Dr. Jim Walters won't be returning as principal of Point Elementary School. The nature of Walters' departure is unclear.

News Brief: Board Approves School Calendar, Certified Teacher Agreement

Also, the board approved Phase II of the district’s pilot laptop program and Superintendent Eric Knost gave an update about the auditorium project and a solar energy program for the district.

UPDATED: Judge Rules Against Transfers in Turner v. Clayton

The decision was announced Tuesday, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reported.

PHOTOS: Mehlville Fire Protection District Opens Firehouse No. 3

The district held an open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony Saturday morning when residents had a chance to see the new facility.

Part 1: Is Meth Moving Into Your Neighborhood?

If you ask the president of the Missouri Narcotics Association, who has been tracking meth down for more than 15 years, the answer is, "Yes."

Jefferson Barracks Unit Returns From Afghanistan

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

New Community Center Headed to South County

Construction will begin early in 2013.

Mehlville School Board Sets 2012-2013 Meeting Dates

The board will meet at the following dates and times.

Construction on I-270 Widening Project Starts Monday

Various lanes of the interstate from Manchester Road to Interstate 44 will be closed nightly through early May.

Playing 'What If' When It Comes to Missouri Politics

Even if the state's presidential primary had carried delegate weight, would Mitt Romney's defacto hold of the GOP nomination be any different now?

Burns Joins Missouri House Race

The Democrat will run in the 93rd District.

Eardley, Fedorchak Sworn In as Diehl Leaves School Board

The Mehlville school board initiated its new members Wednesday night.

Palamand Earns Second Term as Board President

The board voted 4-3 in Venki Palamand's favor.

British Takes Lessons From Jefferson Barracks Guard Unit

A member of Parliament visited the military base April 6.

Photos: Resolutions Presented to Local Schools, Residents

Representatives honored residents and schools for good deeds.

Eardley, Fedorchak Earn Seats on the Mehlville School Board

Eardley was the top vote-getter with 3,260 votes, according to unofficial results.

Local Election Unofficial Results: Eardley, Fedorchak Elected to School Board

We'll be updating the results throughout the night.

Election Day 2012: Voting Underway at Local Polls

Stick with Patch as we keep you updated throughout the day on Tuesday's elections.

St. Louis County Denies Mehlville School District Zoning Request

The district submitted a petition to change zoning for offices and a school bus parking facility.

Missouri Government Earns 'C-' in Government Integrity

A new study ranks Missouri No. 15 out of all 50 states for corruption risk.

It's (Kind Of) The End Of The Filing Period As We Know It

Some candidates withdrew, while other incumbents, including Rep. Mike Leara, will go unopposed.

Stenger, Pousosa to Run for County Council

The two will face off for the Sixth District, which includes Mehlville and Oakville.

Schoemehl and Sifton Will Compete in Democratic Primary For Lembke’s District

The winner will face incumbent Sen. Jim Lembke in November. Reps. Cloria Brown and Marsha Haefner also filed for re-election.

Eardley Tops Campaign Contributions from Supporters

The Mehlville school board candidates filed their finance reports for the April 3 election.

April 3 Election Voters' Guide

A county initiative and school board race are on the ballot.

Oakville Native Earns Enlisted Person of the Year

Petty Officer 1st Class Josip Pehar earned the recognition from the U.S. Coast Guard.

Republicans Reflect as GOP Caucus Process Nears Conclusion

The St. Charles County caucuses sparked nationwide coverage, while Oakville's remained calm.

Drivers Hit MoDOT Trucks Fixing Potholes

MoDOT reports road crews are averaging a six-hour response time, but urges drivers to pay attention as road crews are still working.