News across St. Louis County
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…
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.
Oakville girls soccer coach to be inducted to St. Louis Soccer Hall of Fame
After a lifetime of playing soccer and 19 years coaching in the district, Oakville High School girls soccer coach Sarah Guenther has been named a soon-to-be inductee to the St. Louis Soccer Hall of Fame. An induction ceremony will be held on April 8 for Guenther and the other…
Local women’s baseball star to celebrate inaugural season with hometown celebration
Oakville High School alumna Adelaide “Addie” Frank recently wrapped up her first year as a professional athlete, debuting in the Women’s Pro Baseball League’s inaugural season. In celebration of her success, the 18-year-old, who currently plays for the Los Angeles Queens, will be…
South County Community Calendar: Week of Friday, Oct. 2 through Thursday, Oct. 8
Friday, Oct. 2 Beautify your community | The City of Crestwood, in partnership with Beautify Crestwood, seeks volunteers to help maintain the Government Center and Fire Department pollinator gardens. No registration is required. Volunteers can meet near the Crestwood sign at the…
2026 Town & Country Good Neighbor Award
Former Lindbergh teacher, coach charged with statutory sodomy
James Wilder III, a former teacher and coach at Lindbergh Schools, was charged by the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office with three counts of second-degree statutory sodomy and first-degree attempted statutory sodomy — deviate sexual intercourse with a person less…
South County schools go solar: a look into local green energy initiatives
From the outside, one may not notice that certain schools in the area are implementing sustainable energy practices. That’s kind of the point, staff say. “We kind of want to keep them out of sight, out of mind. We just know that not everybody thinks they’re aesthetically…
Oakville eating disorder treatment center no longer seeking expansion
Monte Nido Clementine St. Louis — an eating disorder treatment center located in Oakville on Christopher Drive — is no longer seeking to expand its operations following a unanimous vote from the St. Louis County Planning Commission to drop the pending matter from its agenda.…
Water Main Replacement Project to Begin in Crestwood
The project includes approximately 5,750 feet of new water main along all or portions of Big Bend Road, Oak Ridge Avenue, Acorn Drive, Ponderosa Drive/Spellman Avenue, Pinellas Drive, Banyon Drive, Joshua Drive and Fernleaf Drive.
Missouri Representative calls for review of costs associated with data centers
In opposition to Ameren Missouri’s proposed electric rate increase, State Representative Brad Christ — a Republican who represents Missouri House District 96, encompassing Sunset Hills, Crestwood, Fenton, Sappington and Oakland — has filed comments with the Missouri Public…
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,…