Wentzville's New Interim Director of Finance Was Formerly With U-City, Crestwood

Petree Powell, also known as Petree Eastman, was once University City's assistant city administrator.

Last Day for Candidate Filing for Aldermen, School Board Openings, Lake Saint Louis Mayor

Filing opened on Dec. 11 for the municipal elections on April 2.

Wentzville Welcomes New Interim Director of Finance

The previous Director of Finance, Dennis Walsh, held the position since 1988.

Candidate for Aldermen Withdraws from Race After Comments at Board Meeting

John Zepaltas had previously filed for candidacy for Ward 3.

Wentzville Hires New City Administrator

T. Michael McDowell is currently serving as the City Manager for Olivette.

Board Considers Options After Splash Station Overruns Top $190K

Geological surveys failed to show extent of rock "anomalies" found during excavation.

Gun Owners Expected to Rally for Jan. 19 'Gun Appreciation Day'

"On 01/19/13 go to your local gun store, gun range or gun show with your Constitution, American flags and your 'Hands Off My Guns' sign to send a loud and clear message to Congress and President Barack Obama," says coalition website.

Congressman: Fight Over Debt Ceiling Extension Will Be Nasty

Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer told the Greater St. Charles County Chamber that Republicans won't blink in requiring spending cuts in exchange for extending the debt limit.

St. Charles County School Safety Task Force Discusses Mental Health, Preparation

The Schools, Mental Health And Emergency Services Task Force is meeting again on Jan. 22.

Personal Information Probably Not Compromised in Hacker Attack, SCC Officials Say

The home pages of several St. Charles County sites were hacked for several early-morning hours on Tuesday.

Hacker Hits St. Charles County Government Website

The government website was down for a few hours.

Wentzville Looking for Volunteers for City Advisory Boards and Commissions

Interested residents may apply online or submit an application to the city clerk's office.

St. Charles County Schools, Mental Health And Emergency Services Task Force to Meet Tuesday

The new task force will meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Spencer Road Library in St. Peters.

Groundbreaking for New Boone Bridge Set for Thursday

The new bridge is set to open in 2014.

Lake Saint Louis Board Members Reject Appointment

"It’s one of the most idiotic things I’ve seen this board do. I’ll go on record with that," said Ward 2 Alderman Kathy Schweikert.

MoDOT Updates for 2012 St. Charles County Projects

The Page Extension and two new Missouri River bridges top the list.

Electronic Poll Books Purchased for Elections in St. Charles County

St. Charles County Council approved purchase of the 250 Apple iPad poll books for $326,250.

Identity Theft Concerns Prompt New Missouri Drivers Licenses

The new-look IDs will be available in the St. Louis area next month.

Lake Saint Louis Passes Ordinance Limiting Tobacco Paraphernalia Sales

The city will limit the sales of tobacco paraphernalia to stores that specialize in tobacco products.

Board of Aldermen Adds Public Works Director to Professional Search Service

The amendment to the contract with Mercer Group will cost another $15,500.

Corridor Study Recommends Path for Future South Wentzville Parkway

The study didn't sit well with business owners to the east of the roadway, who are asking for changes that would allow easier access.

UPDATE: Early Candidate Filings for Wentzville/Lake Saint Louis Elections

This story has been updated with candidates for the Wentzville School Board.

Candidate Filing For April Election Begins Today

Both Wentzville and Lake Saint Louis will elect three aldermen, and Lake Saint Louis will elect a mayor. The Wentzville School Board will fill two seats.

Pearl Harbor Day, WWII Attack Remembered on 71st Anniversary

Pause today to remember what is considered a major attack on US soil.

Menards Withdraws Plans to Build on Hwy. N

Representatives from the store requested to withdraw the applications for the conditional use permit, site plan and rezoning for the project at the end of November.

Claire McCaskill And Todd Akin Still Raising Money Weeks After Election Day

The Akin campaign is rallying supporters by highlighting actor Jamie Foxx's weekend comments about President Obama.

Wentzville Food Service Inspection Scores, Aug. 1 - Oct. 31

The St. Charles County Department of Community Health and the Environment has released food-service inspection reports for August, September and October.

Not Just One, But Two Indoor Gun Ranges in Wentzville's Future

The Board of Aldermen approved a site plan and rezoning to allow Heartland Guns and Ammo to add an indoor shooting range.

Michael Hays Appointed, Approved to Fill Wentzville Ward 3 Seat

Hays will fill the seat left vacant by the resignation of John Luby.

Lake Saint Louis and Area Food Service Inspection Scores, Aug. 1 - Oct. 31

The St. Charles County Department of Community Health and the Environment has released food-service inspection reports for August, September and October.

Peanut Butter Plant That Supplies Starbucks, Target Shut Down After Salmonella Outbreak

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.

Zephrex-D: Meth Busting Allergy Drug Now Available at Walgreens

Zephrex-D, a new decongestant touted to fight meth labs, is now available at Walgreens. It's coming to two more major St. Louis area pharmacies in coming weeks.

Wentzville Restaurant Inspection Scores, Aug. 1 - Oct. 31

The St. Charles County Department of Community Health and the Environment has released food-service inspection reports for August, September and October.

Utility Relocation Marks Start of Freymuth Road Work

The Freymuth Road Improvement Plan and the Freymuth Road Sidewalk Project will start construction in early 2013.

When Winter Weather Arrives: Lake Saint Louis to Add Beet Juice, Wentzville Stocked Up on Salt

Beet juice, when added to rock salt or brine, reduces the amount of salt needed to de-ice roadways.

Joann Leykum Appointed Director of Administration for St. Charles County

Current director Chuck Gross took job to lead Duckett Creek Sanitary District.

St. Charles County Restaurant Inspection Roundup

Check out the most recent food inspection reports from St. Charles County Health Department.

Annexation Could Bring CVS Pharmacy to Wentzville

The pharmacy chain is prepared to purchase 3.24 acres on Wentzville Parkway at West Meyer Road if the annexation is approved.

Lake Saint Louis, Foristell, New Melle Food Service Inspection Scores, July 1 - Sept. 30

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

New Boone Bridge Will Feature Bike Lane, Scenic Overlook

MoDOT held an open house Tuesday to unveil plans for the new bridge.