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South St. Louis County News

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South St. Louis County News

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Rocks are painted for the third annual Great Rivers Greenway Quest. Photo courtesy of Great Rivers Greenway.

Participate in the third annual Greenway Quest

July 23, 2024

For the third year, Great Rivers Greenway is hosting its annual Greenway Quest, a scavenger hunt-style activity for people of all ages who enjoy exploring nature and being outdoors. Over 300 painted rocks...

Sixth District St. Louis County Councilman Ernie Trakas, the councils presiding officer at the time, listens to public comment from mothers of St. Louis County policemen at a 2019 council meeting.

Council postpones vote on legislation for additional senior property tax freeze funding

By Erin Achenbach, News Editor July 23, 2024

Implementation of St. Louis County’s senior property tax freeze remains in limbo as additional funds are sought to get the program up and running.  At the July 16 County Council meeting, 6th District...

Malfunctioning traffic lights cause a backup of traffic at Telegraph and Forder roads in Oakville following heavy rains, flooding and storms July 16, 2024.

Heavy rains Tuesday bring flash flooding, road closures to St. Louis region

July 17, 2024

Heavy rains inundated the St. Louis region on Tuesday, resulting in flash flooding and road closures. The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for the area, which remained in effect until...

Creed takes the stage at Hollywood Casino Amphitheater on Aug. 9. 
 Photo by Chuck Brueckmann.

Creed reunites for outdoor summer tour

By Alan Sculley, For the Call July 16, 2024

This summer is seeing the return of Creed – one of the biggest music acts of the late 1990s. The band has recently completed a pair of cruises and now embarks on an extensive tour that visits outdoor...

The intersection of River City Boulevard and Lemay Ferry Road is closed after being submerged by flood waters from the River des Peres in 2019.

South County under flash flood warning, roads closed in some areas

July 16, 2024

While South County and most of the St. Louis region are no longer under a flood watch, additional thunderstorms are expected to produce heavy rainfall this evening into tonight. According to the latest...

Absentee voting underway for August election

Absentee voting underway for August election

July 15, 2024

In-person absentee voting is currently underway in St. Louis County for the Aug. 6 primary. Absentee ballots can be requested now through July 24. On the ballot for parts of South County will be the...

Rocks are painted for the third annual Great Rivers Greenway Quest. Photo courtesy of Great Rivers Greenway.

Third annual Greenway Quest needs volunteers

July 2, 2024

Great Rivers Greenway is in search of volunteers to hide painted rocks along area greenways as part of the third annual Greenway Quest. The Greenway Quest is a scavenger hunt-style activity for people...

A1 Wine & Spirit seeks conditional use permit to occupy old Dairy Queen

A1 Wine & Spirit seeks conditional use permit to occupy old Dairy Queen

By Erin Achenbach, News Editor July 1, 2024

The former Oakville Dairy Queen could get a new life as a liquor store. Dharmesh Sharma, the owner of A1 Wine & Spirit, is seeking a conditional use permit to move his store’s current storefront...

The tick collection box at Greensfelder Park. Photo courtesy of St. Louis County.

Collect ticks to help St. Louis County

June 28, 2024

With the return of the summer heat, the St. Louis County Departments of Public Health and Parks and Recreation are teaming up to help monitor the unwelcome return of the tick population, and they need...

Rain didn’t stop South County from enjoying the 20th year of the JB Blast at Jefferson Barracks Park in 2019, featuring live music, an appearance from County Executive Sam Page and a fireworks show.

Celebrate the Fourth of July at the JB Blast

June 21, 2024

The JB Blast, south St. Louis County’s biggest Fourth of July celebration, is returning to Jefferson Barracks Park. The family-friendly evening will start at 7 p.m. Friday, June 28 at the Veterans Memorial...

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