Local News in St. Louis County

Traffic Notice: Water Main Replacement

Etzel Ave. Street Improvement Project Underway

The St. Louis County Etzel Avenue pavement repair project began Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Work is being completed along Etzel Avenue from Pennsylvania Avenue to Ferguson Avenue.

Go Solar with Switch Together

Switch Together is a group buying initiative that helps residents purchase rooftop solar, electric vehicle chargers, and battery storage at a significant discount.

Drone Unit Among Specialized Units at Webster Groves Police Department

Detective Julian Rivera obtained his remote pilot certificate from the FAA to support police field operations.

Firefighters Participate in Hose Line Attack Training

Battalion Chief Nicholas Hercules says crews are reviewing different stretches for apartment-style fires.

Webster Groves Firefighters Testing Hydrants

The Fire Department is asking for your help to keep hydrants free of obstruction, including landscaping, shrubs, plants, fences, decorative items and other objects.

First Section of Box Culvert Nearly Complete on North Elm

The culvert will carry Shady Grove Creek beneath the roadway with the capacity to capture additional stormwater during flash flood events.

Council to Consider Formal Resolution on “City of the Arts” Slogan

The Arts Commission highlighted three reasons for formalizing the slogan: it is authentic, economically valuable, and distinctive.

Public Hearing Held for 2026 Property Tax Rates

Under the preliminary 2026 rates, Webster Groves’ residential property tax rates would remain unchanged for General Operations, Street Improvements, Pension and Debt Service.

Mark Your Calendar: Pumpkin Smash Returns November 7

The event has been expanded to include neighboring municipalities, including Brentwood, Maplewood, and Crestwood.

Become a Webster Groves Tree Steward

Residents apply to have a native Missouri tree planted in the public right-of-way near their home at no cost.

Arts Commission Accepting Proposals for Traffic Signal Cabinets

Selected artists will submit final designs for review and approval with installation planned over three weeks in late October and early November.