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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...

Aldermen approve conditional use permit for Andy’s Frozen Custard location at Crestwood Crossing

Aldermen approve conditional use permit for Andy’s Frozen Custard location at Crestwood Crossing

By Ellie Marshall, Staff Reporter September 17, 2024

The Crestwood Board of Aldermen unanimously approved an ordinance granting a conditional use permit to Gateway Custard LLC to operate a drive-thru Andy’s Frozen Custard at 9535 Watson Road. The drive-thru...

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...

Commissioner of Education Karla Eslinger speaks during a State Board of Education meeting. Photo by Annelise Hanshaw/Missouri Independent.

Missouri education department says state funding for school year is $100 million short

By Annelise Hanshaw, Missouri Independent September 16, 2024

The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is asking for over $174 million in supplemental funding for this school year after receiving $1 billion less in appropriations compared to...

Florissant man charged under newly-enacted Valentine's Law

Florissant man charged under newly-enacted Valentine’s Law

September 12, 2024

The St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office issued charges Wednesday against a Florissant man for fleeing a traffic stop and leaving an accident, marking the first time such charges have been...

Fresh produce boxes available Thursdays at Weber Road Branch through end of September

Fresh produce boxes available Thursdays at Weber Road Branch through end of September

September 12, 2024

The St. Louis County Library will continue to provide fresh produce boxes through the end of September every Thursday at select branches, including the Weber Road Branch. Boxes will be distributed curbside...

Presiding Officer Ernie Trakas questions Stinson attorney Andrew Scavotto during the Ethics Committee meeting July 24, 2018.

St. Louis County voters will decide in November on council hiring its own attorney

By Erin Achenbach, News Editor September 11, 2024

St. Louis County voters will decide in November whether the County Council should have its own attorney. Council members voted 4-3 on Aug. 27 to place the measure on the Nov. 5 ballot. If approved, the...

The intersection of Lindbergh Boulevard and Gravois Road in Sunset Hills.

Sunset Hills weighs taking over weed maintenance

By Ellie Marshall, Staff Reporter September 10, 2024

Though not originally on the agenda, the weeds growing in the islands on Lindbergh Boulevard were added as a discussion point during general discussion at the Sunset Hills Aug. 13 Board of Aldermen meeting...

St. Louis County prepares to open applications for senior property tax freeze

September 10, 2024

The St. Louis County Department of Revenue is preparing to open the Senior Property Tax Freeze application in the coming weeks. Residents can prepare ahead of time by visiting the program’s website...

The Lindbergh High Schools boys soccer team.

Oakville High alum takes charge of Lindbergh soccer, aiming to build championship culture

By Jeremy Housewright, For the Call September 9, 2024

Jake Pittroff is ready to take the reins as head coach of the Lindbergh boys soccer program. The Flyers program is coming off a third-place finish in the state tournament last season and Pittroff seems...

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