News across Greater St. Louis
Single-Ground Leaf Mulch Now Available at Heman Park
Single-ground leaf mulch is now available for University City residents at Heman Park. Mulch is available to University City residents only and will be distributed while supplies last.
Marsha Sappington Halkola honored for contributions to the City of Crestwood
The Crestwood Board of Aldermen passed a new proclamation on Sept. 22, honoring Marsha Sappington Halkola for her contributions to the city throughout her lifetime. Halkola is a direct descendant of Thomas and John Sappington, historic South County community members; the…

Green Park may increase grant amounts for neighborhood, homebuyer programs
The City of Green Park has plans to increase the amount of money that can be distributed as part of its Neighborhood Enhancement Program and First-Time Homeowner Payment Assistance Program. Currently, both programs can give out amounts of $5,000 to applicants; that number may…
Gloria Dawn Higley Harvey
Gloria Dawn Higley Harvey was born to Lawrence (Larry) and Ardith Higley, Oct. 8, 1969, and passed away Aug. 20, 2026 in Ballwin, Missouri. She lived a life defined by intelligence, determination, generosity, adventure, and deep love for her family. She was a devoted wife,…
Mehlville’s student advisors recognized for service
On Sept. 24, the Mehlville Board of Education recognized its outgoing Student Advisors before the board for their service. Pictured above, Elia Krausz from Mehlville High School and Ajla Ramic from Oakville High School pose with the board. The two students have served as student…

Edwardsville Police Will Employ Drone for Homecoming Parade
The technology will be in use for public safety only and in accordance with Illinois law.
Local library branch to host forum for St. Louis County Circuit Court judges up for election
A “Meet the Judges” forum — featuring a panel of fifteen of the 21st Judicial Circuit judges who will appear on the Nov. 3 ballot — will be held on Oct. 5 at the Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library at 7 p.m. The event, held jointly by the St. Louis County...

CENTENNIAL COMMONS TEMPORARY CLOSURE 10/1
Centennial Commons will be CLOSED Thursday, October 1st, to address a plumbing issue. The facility is scheduled to REOPEN Friday, October 2nd.

Newspaper honored with statewide writing awards at annual convention
St. Louis Call Newspapers was honored with four awards — one first-place, one second-place and two third-place — in the 2026 Missouri Press Association Better Newspaper Contest for four news articles published in 2025. The Call’s news department was presented with the awards on…

Expect Overnight Lane Closures on Mid Rivers Mall Drive and Willott Road for Utility Work
Intermittent lane closures are scheduled from Monday-Friday, Sept. 28-Oct. 2, between 8:30 p.m. and 5:30 a.m. on Mid Rivers Mall Drive and Willott Road.

MODOT Announces US Route 61-67 Corridor Safety Demonstration

Abortion Is on the Ballot Again as Post-Roe Policies Continue To Evolve
This article by Bram Sable-Smith and Jazmin Orozco Rodriguez first appeared in KFF Health News, republished with permission. Sep 25, 2026 MAPLEWOOD, Mo. — After Missouri voters added abortion protections...