St. Louis County Owes Damages to Trash Haulers, Court Says

The case involves districts set up for unincorporated parts of St. Louis County, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reported.

County Parks Shortfall Predicted Despite Action Plan

Councilman Steve Stenger disagrees with the allocation for St. Louis County Parks as County Executive Charlie Dooley’s budget office reduces funding for the department.

Town and Country Will Reconsider Anti-Pit Bull Law

A local couple challenges Town and Country’s ordinance against Pit Bulls

Jonathan Taylor, Republican Candidate for Queeny Township Committeeman

This is Taylor's first bid for public office.

Poll Workers Needed for August Primary

St. Louis County needs 3,500 workers for the Aug. 7 primary.

Annette Read, Republican Candidate for MO River Township Committeewoman

This is Read's first bid for public office.

Loraine Miller, Democratic Candidate for Committee Woman

Miller has previously served on the West County EMS and Fire Protection Board.

Carin Shulusky, Republican Candidate for Queeny Township Committee Woman

This is Shulusky's first bid for public office.

Lee Presser, Republican Candidate for Queeny Township Committeeman

This is Presser's first bid for public office.

Peggy Koch, Republican Candidate for Queeny Township Committee Woman

This is Koch's first bid for public office.

Mark Dunn, Republican Candidate for MO River Township Committeeman

Dunn is a local lawyer who has never run for public office before.

Asma Raza, Democratic Candidate for MO River Township Committee Woman

This is Raza's first run for office.

Mary Jane Jokerst, Republican Candidate for MO River Township Committee Woman

Jokerst has worked for AT&T and has not run for office previously.

Jennifer Kelly, Republican Candidate for Chesterfield Township Committee Woman

Kelly has previously run unsuccessfully for the Rockwood School Board.

Manchester Free E-Cycling Saturday Morning

The electronics and appliance recycling event runs 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday. You do not have to be a Manchester resident to drop off items.

Don't Pay Your Taxes? A New Law Could Close Your Business

A new law means St. Louis County business owners will be required to show proof they've paid their personal property taxes, or else.

Manchester Water Main Replaced This Week

Missouri American Water begins replacing an "aging" water line along Tree Hill Court, off Carman Road, in Manchester this week.

Manchester Penske Plans to Move Down the Road

A Penske truck rental service is hoping to move locations and hopes to be operating as soon as the Manchester Board of Aldermen allows it.

Manchester Sued Over Dog Ordinance

In a recently filed lawsuit, a resident claims Manchester's pitbull ordinance is unconstitutional and vague.

Manchester Sets Date For Confidential Paper Shredding

The service will be offered to residents only on October 13.

Manchester Penske Moving Locations

A Penske truck rental service is moving in Manchester and should be operating by Monday at its new location.

Penske Truck Rental, Paper Shredding Before Manchester Aldermen Monday

Monday night, Manchester aldermen discuss a number of issues, including whether to allow a Manchester business owner to open a Penske truck rental service. View full agenda here.

Route 141 Traffic Down to One Lane South of Parkway

MoDOT has taken the stretch of Route 141 between Parkway Central High School and St. Luke's Hospital down to one lane.

Thousands Celebrate Opening of Route 141 and Page-Olive Connector

Families, dogs, runners, bicyclists, rollerbladers and proud government and traffic officials all enjoyed the completion of this major road project. Have you seen it yet?

Town and Country Board of Aldermen Meeting Tonight

Town and Country aldermen are set to vote on easements around the Clayton Road Pedestrian Enhancement Project and a maintenance agreement the sewer district Monday night.

New Route 141 Opens This Weekend; WB I-64 Lanes Close Downtown

The Missouri Department of Transportation will open the new Route 141 this weekend and the Page-Olive connector.

Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-270 Near Highway 40, Avoid Area

MoDOT is reporting a multi-car crash on northbound I-270 near Highway 40. Drivers are reporting the interstate is a parking lot. Avoid the area.

Receive a Low Interest Loan for Energy Efficiency Upgrades

Town and Country and Manchester have both opted in to the St. Louis County SAVES program, which offers financial help to homeowners wishing to improve their homes’ energy efficiency.

Former MO Gov, Town and Country Attorney Sentenced For Misappropriation of Funds

Former Missouri Governor Roger Wilson and Town and Country attorney Edward Griesedieck were both sentenced in connection to the misappropriation of funds from an insurer.

Aldermen Address Yard Waste, Clayton Road Project

Town and Country aldermen are sent to vote on yard waste contracts and discuss the next steps necessary to move forward in the Clayton Road enhancement project.

Last GOP Senate Primary Debate: Brunner, Steelman and Akin Spar

Republican candidates talked about the economy, health care and Mitt Romney Friday night at Washington University in St. Louis.

Jotte Hopes Congressional Campaign Is Just Getting Started

Doctor in Missouri's Second Congressional District faces an uphill climb in the race to succeed Rep. Todd Akin.

Missouri Baptist Medical Center Plans More Growth

The hospital will begin construction in the fall on an addition to its medical office Building C.

Calling All Candidates: We Need Your Info

Use this form to load information about August and November political campaigns on Patch.

Two New Hires for West County EMS and Fire

After laying off three employees and demoting Fire Chief Dave Frazier last month, the West County EMS and Fire Protection District announces two new firefighter/paramedics.

Alert: Police Remind Residents Fireworks Are Illegal

Town and Country police are reminding residents that fireworks are illegal in the city and officers are taking violations seriously.

Town and Country, Manchester Election Guide

The candidates, incumbents and issues that will affect Manchester, Town and Country and St. Louis County.

Manchester's City Administrator Begins This Week

Andrew Hixson was sworn in Monday night and began work this week for the City of Manchester.

Manchester Plans to Offer Residents Paper Shredding Service

The decision is not final yet, but the event will likely take place Oct. 13. It would be for residents' confidential documents only and would not include newspapers and magazines.

Manchester's Update on MoDOT Mowing Issue

The City of Manchester's public works director said although the city is grateful for MoDOT's concessions, but there is still more to be done.