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Ed Ryan sworn in for fourth term on Mehlville Fire board

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor May 7, 2025

Ed Ryan took his fourth oath of office to serve on the Mehlville Fire Protection District Board of Directors at the board’s May 1 meeting. Ryan, first elected in 2007 and most recently reelected in...

After taking her oath of office at the Crestwood Board of Aldermen’s April 22 meeting, Crestwood’s newly-elected Ward 4 Alderwoman Megan Gadallah smiles with her family — her husband, Marwan, and their children, Maya, Mila and Malec. Gadallah defeated her opponent, Steven Liddy, in the April 8 election, receiving over 60% of votes.

Crestwood board bids farewell to Tony Kennedy, welcomes Megan Gadallah

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor May 1, 2025

The Crestwood Board of Aldermen certified the April 8 election results at its April 22 meeting, accepting Megan Gadallah – the city’s first millennial alderperson – as its new Ward 4 Alderwoman. Though...

Serene Wilkinson, left, and Ann Zimpfer take their oath of office at the Mehlville Board of Education's April 10 meeting. Photo courtesy of the Mehlville School District.

Mehlville BOE welcomes new members, reorganizes board

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor April 17, 2025

 The Mehlville Board of Education approved and accepted the election of Ann Zimpfer and Serene Wilkinson, each to a three-year term on the Mehlville School District Board of Education, at its April 10...

Multiple candidate signs were seen in the grass outside the doors to Lindbergh High School.

Mix of newcomers, incumbents see success in April 8 election

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor April 17, 2025

A number of elections – including fire, municipal and  school boards, as well as multiple local and county-wide propositions – were decided on April 8.  Incumbent Chris Volz was defeated by Steve...

An Affton High School student high-fives a supporter of Steve Davila outside of Affton High School. Davila successfully ran for the open Affton Fire Protection District Board of Directors seat, winning by a vote of 55.6% to 44.4% against incumbent Chris Volz.

April 8 general municipal election results

April 8, 2025

A number of elections – including fire, municipal and school boards, as well as multiple local and county-wide propositions – were decided on Tuesday, April 8. Incumbent Chris Volz was defeated...

Read The Call’s candidate questionnaires for the April 8 election

Read The Call’s candidate questionnaires for the April 8 election

April 8, 2025

The Call’s candidate questionnaires offer the most complete glimpse you’ll find of candidates’ views leading up to an election. View a complete collection of the Call Candidate Questionnaires for...

Five candidates, including two incumbents, vie for two open seats on Lindbergh BOE

Five candidates, including two incumbents, vie for two open seats on Lindbergh BOE

By Staff Report March 31, 2025

This year’s race for the Lindbergh Board of Education features five candidates running for two open seats.  The candidates include incumbents Jennifer Miller, current board vice president who has...

Four candidates seek election for two seats on Mehlville BOE

Four candidates seek election for two seats on Mehlville BOE

By Staff Report March 31, 2025

Mick Johnson Jr., Megan Paule, Serene Wilkinson and Ann Zimpfer – all newcomers to public office –  are seeking to fill the two open seats on the Mehlville School District Board of Education. The...

Marie Davis faces Sheila Vita for Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen Ward 2 seat

Marie Davis faces Sheila Vita for Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen Ward 2 seat

By Staff Report March 31, 2025

Shelia Vita is challenging incumbent Sunset Hills Ward 2 Alderman Marie Davis in the upcoming April 8 election.  Vita did not return The Call’s questionnaire.  Davis is a business advisor with...

Ed Ryan faces two challengers for Mehlville Fire Board of Directors seat

Ed Ryan faces two challengers for Mehlville Fire Board of Directors seat

By Staff Report March 31, 2025

 The seat on the Mehlville Fire Protection District Board of Directors currently held by Director Ed Ryan is up for election. Ryan will be challenged on Election Day, held this year on April 8, by Fred...

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