Choosing Less and Gaining More

Sometimes less is more. Sometimes less is still less, but with unexpected benefits. A local mom discusses enjoying what we have.

Good Morning Mehlville: Rain, Rain, Go Away

Happy Friday!

MoDOT Job and Budget Cuts Approved

MoDOT's plan to save $512 million by making job, facility and budget cuts has been approved. The necessary changes are already taking place.

St. Louis Bread Company Selling Komen-Themed Bagels Saturday

Proceeds will benefit the Susan G. Komen St. Louis Race for the Cure.

St. Louis Bread Company Thinks Pink

Free pink ribbon bagels are available to race participants Saturday only. Proceeds will benefit the Susan G. Komen St. Louis Race for the Cure.

Patch Picks: How Did That Get There?

Landmarks—you pass them all the time, but do you ever stop to think about their past?

The Weekend Planner: A Parish Picnic, Outdoor Concerts and a Big Red Barn

Wear your coolest clothes and get out for some hot, late spring fun this weekend. Stay cool with plenty of water and shade.

Altering Entitlements Could Emerge as 2012 Issue

Altering Medicare, Social Security could be key in voters' minds.

Two Employees Sue Fire District for Alleged Discrimination

Filed against the Mehlville Fire Protection District May 20, the lawsuits are seeking up to $1 million in punitive damages.

Viewfinder: It's a Zoo Out There

A search for summer fun ended up at Suson Park petting zoo.

Russian Tailor Patterns Success as a Mehlville Business Owner

Eugeniya Klebanskaya has traveled around the world in search of opportunity. She finds it in Mehlville, one stitch at a time.

Two Employees Sue Fire District for Alleged Discrimination

Filed against the Mehlville Fire Protection District May 20, the lawsuits are seeking up to $1 million in punitive damages.

Good Morning Mehlville: Donate Blood Today

Here's what you need to know for the day.

Get Out: Cars, Fish and Hiking

Shake the dust off with these outdoor activities.

Mehlville School Buses Earn Excellent Rating in State Inspection

The bus fleet rated 96.9 percent with the state average at 87.7 percent.

El Maguey Makes Dining a Fiesta

Seeking South of the Border flavors? Just head south—just off South Lindbergh Boulevard to Concord Plaza Shopping Center where El Maguey provides good Mexican food, served pronto.

Whiz Kid: SkillsUSA Student Sees Robotics as the Future

Emily Sansone excels in engineering courses and plans to pursue a career in robotics.

Moms Talk: Food Pyramid vs. Food Plate

This week our Moms Council weighs in on the change of the food pyramid changing to the food plate and how that affects healthy learning at home.

Kids Travel the Globe at Cliff Cave Library

Children hop the continents at Cliff Cave Library during the summer reading club opening party; a day full of arts and crafts; and games.

El Maguey Makes Dining a Fiesta

Seeking south of the border flavors? Just head to South Lindbergh Boulevard and Concord Plaza Shopping Center where El Maguey provides good Mexican food, served pronto.

Police, Bank Employees Join Efforts to Catch Serial Bank Robber

In a prevention effort, the police cleared 11 area bank robberies.

Proposal For New Sidewalks Gets Highway Department Hoping For the Best

The St. Louis County Department of Highways and Traffic is keeping its fingers crossed in hopes of securing federal funds for new sidewalks.

Good Morning Mehlville: Anatomy of a Bank Robbery Ahead

Get your morning started with Patch.

County Planning Gives Thumbs Up for Dunkin' Donuts

The planning commission will send its approval letter to the County Council next Tuesday.

Former Board Members and Fire Board Chairman Apply for Open School Board Seat

One of the following people will be joining the Mehlville school board.

Mehlville School District Buses Receive High Marks in Latest Statewide School Bus Inspection

The latest inspection by the Missouri State Highway Patrol uncovered only one fuel leak on a Mehlville bus.

Cooling Centers Offer Relief During Heat Warning

A heat advisory is in effect until Wednesday night, so health officials are issuing a warning to residents. Here is a list of nearby cooling centers for Oakville residents.

Mehlville Board of Education Earns State Leadership Award

The Board was one of only 10 in the state to receive the Missouri School Boards' Association award.

For the Garden Shares Top 10 Garden, Yard Products

The first of two columns will focus on five great products.

Penelope Pitstop: A Perky Pooch Visits the Pack

Penelope is the complete package, and could be a part of your family.

Cooling Centers Offer Relief During Heat Advisory

A heat advisory is in effect until Wednesday night, so health officials are issuing a warning to residents. Here is a list of nearby cooling centers for Mehlville residents.

Good Morning Mehlville: Neighborhood Watch Meeting Tonight

Read this to start your day.

Police Blotter: Purses, Credit Cards Stolen from Several Vehicles

The St. Louis County Fourth Precinct crime report from May 30 to June 5 includes incidents occurring in Mehlville.

Paws & Claws Hopes Snowball Will Warm Your Heart

PetSmart charities and the Randolph County Humane Society hope Snowball finds a home soon.

Eight Oakville Students Earn Perfect Subscores on SAT, ACT

The college entrance exams are an integral part of the college application process.

Oakville High Baseball Player Selected for Busch Stadium Exhibition

Outgoing senior Chad Gendron will play the first SmilesLEAGUE St. Louis Coaches’ Choice All-Star High School Baseball Game Sunday, June 12.

Community and Businesses Celebrate Child Safety Day

Hosted by Montgomery Bank, the second annual Child Safety Day was Saturday.

Goddard School Laughs Along with Readers

How do you and your family get silly together?

Frugal Family: Hot Deals for Hot Weather

Nearby businesses are offering great prices on car washes, office supplies and much more.

MSD Unveils Plan to Raise Rates by 64 percent Throughout Four Years

Increased revenue would fund improvements required by federal consent decree agreement with regulatory agencies.