Town and Country Candidate Q and A: Qualifications and Issues

Take a closer look at the candidates in Town and Country's one contested alderman race.

Clayton Road Trail, Westminster Sign Top Town and Country Board Meeting

The Town and Country Board of Aldermen voted on a school speed zone, Clayton Road Trail funding, a sign request and more Monday night.

Ex-Alderman Files as Last Minute Write-In Candidate

On the day of the deadline, Town and Country Ex-Alderman John Hoffmann filed as a write-in candidate to run against current alderman Tim Welby, again.

Fire Board Secretary Running Unopposed

West County EMS and Fire Protection District Board Secretary Robert Levine is up for re-election Tuesday.

Manchester Candidate Q and A: Effects of Board Infighting

See how Manchester Board of Aldermen candidates responded to Patch's questions about the future of the board and the city. Today, candidates in contested races discuss the effects of recent infighting among board members.

Manchester Candidate Q and A: Most Important Issues

See how Manchester Board of Aldermen candidates responded to Patch's questions about the future of the board and the city. Today, candidates in Manchester's contested races discuss the most important issues facing the city.

Town and Country Board of Aldermen Meets Monday Night

Votes could come on a school speed zone, Clayton Road Trail funding and weapons law changes at Monday night's meeting.

Your Weekly Patch Preview

Take a look at just some of what you'll find on Town and Country - Manchester Patch this week.

Proposed Sales Tax Changes to Impact Town and Country and Manchester

House Bill 534 would affect the distribution of St. Louis County sales tax and let Manchester and Town and County keep more of their own money.

St. Louis County Council Approves Waste Hauler Contract Extension

Officials are hoping the move will provide for better trash service rates in unincorporated areas. However, some worry the extension will make it more difficult for smaller haulers to compete.

Manchester Candidate Q and A: Board of Aldermen's Greatest Challenge

See how Manchester Board of Aldermen candidates responded to Patch's questions about the future of the board and the city. Today, candidates in contested races discuss the board's greatest challenge.

Court Dismisses Alderman's Lawsuit Against Board

A judge dismissed the lawsuit filed by Ward 1 Alderman Bob Tullock requesting a decision on how a board president is elected.

Alderman Bob Tullock Back on the Ballot

Alderman Bob Tullock has been running for office in Manchester for a decade and is once again back on the ballot.

New Business, Old Politics Top Manchester's Monday Night Meeting

The agenda and chambers were both packed Monday night for the Manchester Board of Aldermen meeting. New businesses that are expected to open, the 2005 election and a dismissed lawsuit started it all off.

Questions Often Without Answers

License plates, bullying and smoking all make me ask questions. Some of them have no answers and others raise too many answers.

Assessor Candidates Face Off in Public Forum at Bayless High

At an event organized Saturday by the Affton and Lemay chambers of commerce, L.K. Wood and Jake Zimmerman both stressed the need to revamp the property assessment system.

Manchester Board of Aldermen Meets Monday Night

The Manchester Board of Aldermen meet Monday night to discuss a packed agenda.

Longview Farm Parking Options Revealed Thursday Night

A committee studying the possible parking expansion at Longview Farm Park met Thursday night. Here are the possible parking options members discussed at that meeting.

Rep. Todd Akin May Run For Senate Seat

U.S. Rep. Todd Akin is considering running against Democratic incumbent Claire McCaskill for her U.S. Senate seat.

John Schrader Hopes to Bring a Fresh Face to Ward 3 In Manchester

Manchester resident John Schrader said he wants to bring respect and dignity to the position.

Five Candidates Running Unopposed For Alderman Seats

Four candidates are running uncontested in Town and Country and one is uncontested in Manchester. Here's a look at the candidates and the uncontested race.

Don Ryan Runs for Fifth Term as Ward 3 Alderman

Ryan stresses that the city needs to spend its money wisely.

Paul Hamill Returns to Manchester Alderman Race

Attorney Paul Hamill, who previously served as an alderman, wants the board to focus on issues residents care about, rather than "non-issues."

Solar Panel Vote Brings Even Bigger Issue Before Town and Country Board of Aldermen

Clayton Road Trail funds, a school speed zone and weapons were all discussed Monday night, but it was a solar panel vote that could bring changes to city ordinances.

Surprise Slushstorm

The overnight storm of heavy, wet snow caught some commuters by surprise Monday morning, but road crews were out early clearing local streets.

Occasional Good Idea Between the Ugliness at Manchester Aldermanic Meetings

A few observations after attending four months of the antisocial Manchester Board of Aldermen meetings.

Weapons, School Zone and Solar Panels Before the Town and Country Board

The Town and Country Board of Aldermen is set to once again discuss a resident's request for solar panels, plus speed limits for a Mason Ridge School zone and the city's weapon laws.

St. Louis County Council Delays Vote on Waste Hauler Contract Extension

The measure placed on hold could affect unincorporated St. Louis County that surrounds Manchester and Town and Country.

Suggested Speed Limits Coming to I-270

MoDOT plans to start using unenforceable, "advisory" limits on I-270 this summer. Suggested speed limits could range from 10 mph to 55 mph.

First Week of New Dispatch Center Runs Smoothly

The West Central Dispatch Center in Town and Country has been up and running since Monday and the new center's general manager said the changeover went smoothly.

Ethics Tops Manchester Board of Aldermen Meeting Monday Night

Board members addressed ethics issues Monday night with a chamber packed full of residents.

Dangerous Sidewalks, Revisiting The City Logo

There are concerns about snow-covered sidewalks and a potential new Town and Country city logo.

Manchester Agenda Items Likely to Spark Heated Debate

Monday night, the Manchester Board of Aldermen is once again set to discuss the possible censuring of one of its own. In addition, a number of other items that angered board also on the agenda.

Redistricting Hearings Scheduled for Friday in St. Louis

Two public hearings on the congressional redistricting process will be held in the St. Louis area Friday.

Tree House Talk Dominates Town and Country Board of Aldermen Meeting

Would-be tree house builder withdraws his application for a conditional use permit and head backs to the drawing board.

Town and Country Board of Aldermen Meet Monday Night

A new sushi restaurant is set to be discussed by the Town and Country Board of Aldermen Monday night, while a tree house that's sparked some conflict between neighbors is back on the agenda.

Local Police Unenthusiastic About Red-Light Cameras

MoDOT has sanctioned the use of red-light cameras statewide, but officials say they will not be coming to Manchester or Town and Country.

Local Reaction and Doubt as 2010 Census Numbers Are Released

Town and Country and Manchester leaders react Thursday to 2010 census numbers and Manchester's Mayor says he's not sure they're correct.

Special Committees With No Opinions

For the second time in five years, a Town and Country fire service committee appointed to make recommendations on the city's fire and EMS service issues no report.

Manchester Board of Aldermen Set to Discuss Censure of One of Its Own

Among other items, the Manchester Board of Aldermen is set to discuss censuring Alderman Mike Clement for a recent ethics violation.