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Industrial real estate company proposes office, warehouse facility in South County

Industrial real estate company proposes office, warehouse facility in South County

October 3, 2024

The St. Louis County Planning Commission will hear a proposal for an office and warehouse facility in South County at its upcoming public hearing. The commission meets Monday, Oct. 14 at 7 p.m. in the...

Mehlville Fire Protection District celebrates 70 years with anniversary party

Mehlville Fire Protection District celebrates 70 years with anniversary party

October 3, 2024

The Mehlville Fire Protection District is celebrating its 70th anniversary in October. To celebrate, the fire district is hosting a special anniversary celebration on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 11 a.m....

Mehlville school board approves 2024 tax rates

Mehlville school board approves 2024 tax rates

By Erin Achenbach, News Editor October 2, 2024

The Mehlville School District Board of Education unanimously approved the 2024 tax rates at its tax rate hearing on Sept. 26. The board set the 2024 blended tax rate at $4.0070, a $0.039 increase from...

In honor of Patriot Day, community members clean headstones at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery on Sept. 11. Though the event takes place annually, local participation skyrocketed this year, with numbers tripling from about 40 to 50 people annually to 150 volunteers this year.

South County rallies for Patriot Day with first responders and veterans BBQ, cemetery cleanup

By Ellie Marshall, Staff Reporter October 1, 2024

South County was abuzz with events in honor of Patriot Day this year. For the 14th year, Bernard Middle School Student Council held its annual Patriot Day BBQ to show appreciation for first responders...

Mehlville Fire Protection District Engine House 5, 11020 Mueller Road.

MFPD approves fire house change orders

By Ellie Marshall, Staff Reporter September 24, 2024

Change orders totaling more than $334,400 were approved by the Mehlville Fire Protection District at its Sept. 11 meeting. The change orders, totaling $334,481.67, are related to the ongoing renovation...

Mehlville School District holding public hearing Thursday to set 2024 tax rates

By Erin Achenbach, News Editor September 23, 2024

The Mehlville Board of Education will hold a public hearing Thursday to set the district’s tax rates for 2024. The public hearing will be held at 6:15 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, in the Mehlville High...

The Oakville Tigers battle it out on the field during their 39-20 win over Parkway South on Sept 6. The team racked up nearly 500 yards of offense, helping the Tigers bounce back from a tough week one loss and even their record at 1-1. Photo by Jeremy Housewright.

OHS rebounds with win over Parkway South

By Jeremy Housewright, For the Call September 18, 2024

After a close loss to rival Lindbergh High School in Week 1, the Oakville Tigers ended up on the right side of the scoreboard in Week 2, defeating Parkway South 39-20 on Sept. 6. The win improved Oakville...

High demand prompts a second ‘Stop the Bleed’ training event

High demand prompts a second ‘Stop the Bleed’ training event

September 17, 2024

Due to an overwhelming response, a second “Stop the Bleed” training event has been scheduled by state Rep. Jim Murphy, R-Oakville, and the Mehlville Fire Protection District. The first session, held...

The Mehlville Panthers football team, fueled by a determined core of returners, look to leave last season’s struggles behind. Photo courtesy of the Mehlville School District.

Panthers face tough start to 2024 season

By Jeremy Housewright, For the Call September 16, 2024

After three weeks, the Mehlville Panthers football team is still looking for its first victory. Mehlville opened the season on Aug. 30 with a 34-6 loss to Fox, as the Panthers’ offense couldn’t...

The Lindbergh High School football team opened the season with a close 24-21 win against Oakville on Aug. 30, putting the Flyers up 1-0 for an undefeated season start. A fourth-quarter interception by Carter Holmes sealed the Flyers’ victory.

Lindbergh Flyers triumph over Oakville Tigers with late touchdown in thrilling season opener

By Jeremy Housewright, For the Call September 10, 2024

Lindbergh High School edged Oakville 24-21 on the Tigers’ home turf in a thrilling season opener on Aug. 30, giving local high school football fans an exciting start to the year. The win moved the Flyers...

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