Senator Rupp: Enjoy Your Labor Day Holiday

Local legislator offers opinion on issues.

Council Absences: Voters Will Decide How Many Are Too Many

The St. Charles County Council approved putting a number of charter amendments on the November ballot.

Wentzville and Foristell Food Service Inspection Scores, June 1 - July 31

The St. Charles County Department of Community Health and the Environment has released food-service inspection reports for June and July.

Wentzville Hires Interim City Administrator

The city worked through Interim City Management, LLC to place George R. Kolb in the position.

Countywide Smoking Ban? The Voters Will Decide in November

St. Charles County Council approved placing a smoking ban on the Nov. 6 ballot. County Executive Steve Ehlmann said he planned to sign it.

County Council Denies Permit for Cell Phone Tower on West Meyer Road

St. Charles County Council voted 6-0 against providing a variance that would let

Soldiers Return from Operation Enduring Freedom to Jefferson Barracks Welcome Ceremony

A Lake Saint Louis guardsman was one of the soldiers from a St. Louis-based Missouri National Guard Unit that gathered at Jefferson Barracks to reunite with their families after serving in the Middle East.

New Laws: Move Over For MoDOT; No-Call for Cellphones and Faxes

Plus, find out what the new measures mean for childhood asthma sufferers in school and the next presidential primary date.

Job Posting: Wentzville City Administrator

The city of Wentzville has been without a full-time city administrator for a year.

City Passes Bill to Snowplow Private Streets; Mayor May Veto

Former Lake Saint Louis alderman Larry DeGroodt spoke out against the bill, citing the Missouri Constitution.

Ann Wagner Calls Akin's Statements About Rape 'Indefensible'

Wagner responds to Senate candidate Todd Akin's controversial statements regarding rape and pregnancy earlier this week.

Invalid Signatures Mean Casino-Backed Smoking Ban Vote Won't Be on November Ballot

Organizer Carl Bearden says he'll sue to keep another smoking ban proposed by County Councilman Joe Cronin off the November ballot.

Dierberg's, Schnuck's Respond to Cantaloupe Salmonella Warning Issued in Missouri

Consumers are advised to throw out any cantaloupe grown in southwest Indiana. A specific farm and stores have not been released.

Lake Saint Louis Food Service Inspection Scores, June 1 - July 31

The St. Charles County Department of Community Health and the Environment has released food-service inspection reports for June and July.

Wentzville to Re-Open Application Process for Vacant Ward 3 Seat

Alderman Forrest Gossett asked the board to re-open filing for 10 business days starting Friday.

Sen. Claire McCaskill Sidesteps Questions About Akin's Decision to Stay in the Race

McCaskill spoke about veterans issues at two VFW halls Wednesday.

Letter to the Editor: Alderman Discusses Real Estate Assessments and Communications Towers

Lake Saint Louis Ward 3 Alderman George Rich updates residents on city issues.

Politicians From Wisconsin To New Hampshire Talking About Akin's 'Legitimate Rape' Comment

With a Tuesday deadline for U.S. Rep. Todd Akin to step aside from the U.S. Senate race without getting courts involved, political leaders in Patch communities around the country are speaking out.

Rep. Luetkemeyer: Farmers Not Happy with Possible EPA Control

Rep. Luetkemeyer offers opinions on issues affecting the residents of the 9th District.

Akin Fallout: Patch Coverage of 'Legitimate Rape' Comment

A round-up of reaction stories and news updates since this story exploded on Sunday.

Wentzville Prop T Approval Keeps Road Projects on Track

Proposition T, a renewal of a half-cent sales tax, was approved by 65 percent of voters in the Aug. 7 election.

Wentzville Mayor to Hold Monthly 'Coffee Talk' Meetings

Nick Guccione will continue the tradition he started during his years as a Ward 3 alderman.

Casino-Funded Petition Seeks Vote on Compromise Smoking Ban

Stricter smoking bans in Lake Saint Louis and O'Fallon would remain in effect under the compromise ban.

Wentzville Board of Aldermen Considers New Traffic Commission

The Mayor requested information about the creation of a City Traffic Commission during the board's May 2012 retreat.

Wentzville's Prop T Gets Voter Approval; Spencer Edges Out Gard

Wentzville Patch recaps the results of Tuesday's primary election.

Live Local Election Results: Wentzville/Lake Saint Louis

Wentzville Patch keeps you informed on election results.

Board To Discuss Renaissance Faire Issues: Debt, Security, Construction

The fair's parent organization, Renaissance St. Louis, plans to pay off their debt to the city after next year's event.

Former Alderman Questions Public Money to Plow Private Streets

Former Lake Saint Louis Ward 1 Alderman Larry DeGroodt pointed out a possible legal issue with a new bill at Monday's board meeting.

Board Passes Ordinance to Back Hwy. 61 Travel Safe Zone

The Travel Safe Zone allows for doubled fines in a section of Hwy. 61 from Wentzville to the Lincoln County border.

Auditor Presents City's Annual Financial Report to Board

Auditor Mike Williams spoke to the Wentzville Board of Aldermen at Wednesday night's regular board of aldermen meeting.

Martin Witbeck, Candidate for Wentzville Township Republican Committee

This is Martin Witbeck's first bid for elective office.

Brunner: 'Our Nation Depends on Outcome of This Senate Race'

John Brunner spoke to a group at Pio's in St. Charles on Tuesday.

Bill Stouffer, Candidate for Missouri Secretary of State

Bill Stouffer is currently serving as a state senator.

Chris Gard, Candidate for Missouri House of Representatives, 63rd District

Chris Gard is currently serving as a Wentzville alderman.

Senator Rupp: New Missouri Laws in Effect Aug. 28

The new laws cover child care, autism services, exploiting seniors, protecting places of worship and the "move over" law.

Scott Rupp, Candidate for Missouri Secretary of State

Scott Rupp has previously served as a Missouri State Senator and Missouri State Representative.

Christmas Tree Disposal

Wentzville City Offices Closed

Wentzville City Offices Closed

Board of Alderman Meeting