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South St. Louis County News

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Caroline Pingel and Elise Norman in Washington D.C. Photo provided by Elise Norman.

Cor Jesu student places top six in the country in YMCA Changemakers competition

By Ellie Marshall, Staff Reporter October 24, 2023

Cor Jesu junior Caroline Pingel has always known she has wanted to go into the medical field. From a young age her love for math and science began, and with time it has only grown. Despite playing field...

Produce offered at select library branches

Produce offered at select library branches

October 10, 2023

The St. Louis County Library is offering fresh, seasonal produce at three library branches, including the Weber Road Branch, starting Thursday, Oct. 12 and continuing through Thursday, Oct. 27. Boxes...

Charges issued against escaped convict

Charges issued against escaped convict

October 10, 2023

The St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office issued charges last week against suspect Tommy Boyd, who escaped police custody while being treated at Mercy Hospital South. Boyd, 45, of the 11500...

County Council reconsiders property tax freeze

By Erin Achenbach, News Editor October 9, 2023

The St. Louis County Council is again considering a piece of legislation that would freeze property taxes for seniors. At a Committee of the Whole meeting Sept. 28, 3rd District Councilman Dennis Hancock,...

County Council reconsidering senior property tax freeze bill

By Erin Achenbach, News Editor October 6, 2023

The St. Louis County Council is again considering a piece of legislation that would freeze property taxes for seniors. At a special Committee of the Whole meeting last Thursday, 3rd District Councilman...

Winter Wonderland tickets on sale today

Winter Wonderland tickets on sale today

October 3, 2023

Tickets to Winter Wonderland at Tilles Park opened today at 10 a.m. for the 2023 season.  Customers can pre-purchase tickets online at www.winterwonderlandstl.com or pay in cash at the gate when they...

Mehlville BOE approves 2023 tax rate, includes 31-cent Prop E levy

By Erin Achenbach, News Editor September 28, 2023

The Mehlville Board of Education unanimously approved the 2023 blended tax rate with little discussion at its annual tax rate hearing on Sept 21. The Board of Education approved a blended tax rate of...

Nottelmann presents 70th anniversary jazz show benefiting Central and Visual Performing Arts

Nottelmann presents 70th anniversary jazz show benefiting Central and Visual Performing Arts

September 27, 2023

This year is the 70th anniversary of the Nottelmann Music Company, and to celebrate, the company is putting on an All-Star Jazz Showcase in November. The All Star Jazz Showcase will take place Sunday,...

The Dogwood Social House in Ellisville.

Planning panel hears petition for car dealership, Dogwood Social House postponed

By Erin Achenbach, News Editor September 25, 2023

The St. Louis County Planning Commission held a public hearing on a proposal last week for a small used car dealership on Morganford Road. Applicant Kawa Shaker is requesting a change in zoning from C-2...

Tommy Wayne Boyd. Photo from the Missouri Department of Corrections.

Convict who walked out of hospital back in custody after evading officers for full day

September 25, 2023

An inmate who escaped custody last week while being treated at Mercy Hospital South is back in custody after an all-day manhunt across much of south St. Louis to locate him. Tommy Wayne Boyd, 45, was...

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