A Look Back at 2011’s New Laws

Here are the new laws that took effect in Missouri this year.

SOS Candidate Seeks STL Support

Plus: Sommer wins recount, Clay-Carnahan examined and pols get in Christmas spirit.

2011 Was a Good Year for Wentzville's Economy

Board of Aldermen received year end report.

St. Charles County Taxes Due Dec. 31

Your payment is still due despite bills not being mailed out.

New Lake Saint Louis Sales Tax to Go to Ballot in April

The new sales tax would fund public stormwater projects and park improvements.

Project Parks Plans Move Ahead

Public got a chance to view plans Dec. 20.

St. Charles County Sheriff's Deputies Get Pay Raise

County council approved budget which included pay change for veteran sheriff deputies.

St. Charles County Sheriff's Deputies Get Pay Raise

County council approved budget which included pay change for veteran sheriff deputies.

Aldermen Question Plans for Project Parks

Open house for Project Parks is tonight from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Give a Natural Gift After the Holiday

Christmas tree recycling available throughout St. Charles County.

Wentzville Board to Discuss Project Parks

Aldermen will hold a meeting before the public meeting Tuesday.

Lake Saint Louis Board of Aldermen Meeting, Joint Work Session Agenda Set for Dec. 19

On tonight's agenda are the vicious animal ordinance and the second reading for a bill to place a new sales tax on the April ballot.

St. Charles County Taxes Due Dec. 31

Despite bills not being mailed out.

Great Rivers Greenway Completes Gateway Bike Plan

Plan partners propose more than 1,000 miles of bike lanes linking St. Louis City and County and St. Charles County, paving the way for creation of one of the larger bicycle networks in the U.S.

Former MO Lawmaker Joins Romney's Pile On of Gingrich

Also, Ron Paul supporters get organized in Brentwood.

Wentzville Approves Contract for New Police Chief

Lisa Kay Harrison will start position in January.

Former Lawmaker Joins Romney's Pile On of Gingrich

Also, Ron Paul supporters get organized in Brentwood.

Wentzville Increases 2012 Sewer Rates

User fees must cover the cost of service and debt.

Distracted Drivers Beware: NTSB Recommends Ban of All Portable Electronic Devices

MODOT says commercial motor vehicle drivers will be banned from using hand-held mobile phones while driving on Jan. 3, and it may be just a matter of time before the ban is applied to all drivers.

Filing Opens Feb. 28 for St. Charles County 2012 Elections

Even-number county council seats and circuit court judge positions will be on 2012 ballot.

Health Department Announces 24 Carrot Awards for Food Safety

Local eateries are honored by the health department.

Distracted Drivers Beware: NTSB Recommends Ban of All Portable Electronic Devices

MoDOT says commercial motor vehicle drivers will be banned from using hand-held mobile phones while driving on Jan. 3, and it may be just a matter of time before the ban is applied to all drivers.

Wentzville Board Approves 2012 Fiscal Budget

The $45 million budget marks an increase over the 2011 fiscal year budget.

Candidates Begin Filing For SCC Board of Trustees

Filing began Dec. 13 and continues until Jan. 17. Three candidates have filed for three positions open on the St. Charles Community College Board of Trustees.

Filing Opens Feb. 28 for St. Charles County 2012 Elections

Even-number county council seats and circuit court judge positions will be on 2012 ballot.

Filing Begins for Lake Saint Louis Aldermanic Seats up for Election in April

Two of three city wards have contested races so far.

Wentzville Filings: Day One

Tuesday was the first day of filing for municipal office.

Library District Setting New Policies to Manage Meeting Space

The St. Charles City-County Library District adopts guidelines on how new and old meeting space at library branches can be used and reserved.

County Awards 24 Carrot Awards for Food Safety

Local eateries are honored by the health department.

Wentzville School Board Meets Thursday

District will award its teacher of the year award.

Economic Development Council to Meet Today

Wentzville board to hold special meeting.

Board to Vote on 2012 Budget Wednesday

The employment contract for the new chief of police also is on the agenda.

Wentzville Board to Hold Special Work Session

Other government officials invited to speak with board.

Breaking News: Wentzville Hires Police Chief

Candidate from Florida will take over department in January.

Redistricting Earthquake Shakes Up Plans

Incumbents scrambling to avoid primaries, at least in the St. Louis area.

Filing for April Election Begins Tomorrow

The mayor and three aldermen seats are up for election.

Redistricting Earthquake Shakes Up Plans

Incumbents scrambling to avoid primaries, at least in the St. Louis area.

New Financial Assistance Programs Available to Help Lake Saint Louis Homeowners

One county-wide program offers $5,000 loans; another offers Lake Saint Louis homeowners a $2,500 grant.

Board of Aldermen Approves First Reading of Sales Tax Bill

The two-tenths of one cent sales tax question could go to Lake Saint Louis voters in April.

County Council Hears from Law Enforcement on Budget

Deputies testify about an uneven pay scale.