MoDOT: Motorists Should Have Few Work Zone Delays Next Week

MoDOT reports on the St. Louis work zones through Jan. 9.

Would Change in City Land-Use Laws Encourage More Businesses?

City land-use planners are considering changes that would make it easier for businesses to have drive-thru windows or other vehicle-related features.

Real, Personal Property Taxes Are Due December 31

The St. Louis Department of Revenue has four offices to serve patrons.

Holiday Schedule for Trash Pickup in Olivette

Here's when you'll need to get those cans to the curb.

New Home Construction in Olivette On Pace to Match Last Year's Total

Dollar value of new construction, home additions up considerably from 2011.

Olivette's Computers Get a Good Case of the Bug-a-Boo

Computers crashed several times this week, forcing staff to work off-line

I-70 Ramp at Madison in City Closed Into January

Missouri Department of Transportation reports its St. Louis work zones for Dec. 13-19.

What Can Schools Do to Boost Security for Students?

In the wake of the shooting that killed at least 18 children at a Connecticut elementary school, is there anything schools should do to guard against such acts?

City "Future" Task Force Appointments Likely Delayed To 2013

The panel of citizens and city leaders is meant to help guide future facility needs in Olivette.

Know a Building Inspector? Olivette Needs One

The city has posted a job opening for a building inspector to replace one who resigned in November. The city had two.

City Leaders Reject Developer Criticism: Olivette 'Open For Business'

Olivette Mayor Arthur Merdinian and City Manager Mike McDowell say the city is taking steps to work with developers and update ordinances.

Council To Discuss Future Task Force

City leaders hope to name the citizen committee by the end of 2012.

Coffee with Mike McDowell: City Manager Says 'We Held Our Own'

Olivette's chief administrator reflects briefly on the year behind and the year ahead.

Are City-Based Gay Rights Protections Needed?

Kirkwood is the latest to consider protections for the LGBT community, just days after St. Louis County approved similar measures. Is it redundant or needed on the local level?

Mayor Merdinian Won't Run For New Council Term

The filing period for April's municipal election opens Tuesday.

Developer Slams City; Calls Olivette 'Anti-Progress'

A Creve Coeur-based developer says he's pulled out of plans to build a gas station and restaurant on Olive at I-170.

Zephrex-D: Meth Busting Decongestant Now in Numerous St. Louis Pharmacies

Zephrex-D, the decongestant touted as a tool in the fight against meth labs, is now available at Walgreens, Walmart and CVS.

County's Gay-Rights Legislation Catches Up to Olivette's

The city's own gay-rights provisions, passed by the city council more than a year ago, caused nothing like the uproar this week when the county approved the measures.

Coffee With Dave Moser: Olivette's Facilities Badly Need Upgrading

Moser, a life-long St. Louisan and long-time Olivetter, is a candidate for the city's Future Committee. He believes the city needs new municipal buildings—but in what form?

Peanut Butter Plant to Starbucks, Whole Foods Shut Down by FDA

The Sunland Inc. plant that distributes products to Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, Target and others is linked to Salmonella contamination that made at least 41 people ill in 20 states.

City OKs $31,000 for Purchase of New Fire Dept. Vehicle

The new SUV will replace a 2007 Chevy Impala as the department's command vehicle.

Olivette Council OKs Sale of $730,000 in Bonds for Dielman Improvements

The bond sale was approved last week for street and infrastructure improvements in the Dielman Industrial Park.

Audit Gives High Marks to Olivette, Highlights City's Economic Stress

The city audit points out the difficulty the city has had in "loss of local businesses, lack of consumer confidence" as well as "limitations in growing the City's overall revenue base to meeting increasing service requirements."

City Council to Examine Olivette Future Task Force Tonight

The formation of the Olivette Future Task Force is among many items to be discussed at tonight's meeting of the Olivette City Council.

Olivette to Make Second Pass for Curbside Leaf Collection

The City of Olivette will make another pass at collecting residents' leaves through its curbside program soon. Here's what you need to know to get ready.

Old Bonhomme Sidewalk Project Moves Ahead After Hearing

Fifteen to 20 of the 90 affected property owners along Old Bonhomme Road showed up at a hearing to learn about the $2.4 million project.

After Irene and Sandy, Climate Change, Yes or No?

This week's Conversation Starter is about the question of whether Irene last year and Sandy this year have persuaded you to give the question of climate change and global warning another look.

Who Has Donated to the Obama and Romney Campaigns?

Use the nifty, easy-to-use database below to see who in Olivette and across Missouri has donated to the Mitt Romney-President Obama Election 2012. You'll want to share this with your friends.

Olivette Voters Guide for the Nov. 6, 2012, Election

Everything you need to know leading up to Election Day on Nov. 6, 2012.

City Wants Citizen Panel On Facility Needs

The "Olivette Future Task Force" would evaluate how to move forward after a pair of ballot initiatives failed at the polls in August.

City Officials Hold Informational Meeting About the Rebuild of Old Bonhomme Road

Federal grant money will provide for a new roadway; curbs and guttering and 5-foot sidewalks in both directions.

Barack Obama, Democratic Candidate For President

Mr. Obama is the 44th President of the United States and is looking to get reelected in the 2012 elections.

Boo Bash in Olivette Returns Saturday, October 28

The perfect event for young children in a safe and friendly environment at the community center.

Olivette Council Updates its Mixed Use Land Ordinance for Property at Olive & I-170

At the same meeting, Lynn C. Steele appointed new treasurer of the City of Olivette.

Olivette Already Issuing NID Refund Checks

Participating property owners paid a special assessment after 15 years.

MoDOT: Watch for Eastbound Lane Closures Downtown This Weekend

The Missouri Department of Transportation reports on St. Louis work zones through Oct. 10.

How to Register to Vote in Olivette

In honor of National Voter Registration Day, we’re giving you all the information you need on how and where to register to vote.

2 New Homes Make Tonight's Olivette Planning & Community Design Agenda

Proposals for Cherry Tree Lane and Glenmary Road up for discussion.

Should Cell Phones Still Be Banned During Flight?

Professor who reportedly grew up in Olivette says many of us use them despite the rules against them.

Tax Levy, Fireworks Ordinance on Olivette Agenda

The Olivette City Council meets at 7 p.m. tonight at Olivette City Hall.