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Mehlville board approves purchase of new trailer

Mehlville board approves purchase of new trailer

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor April 24, 2025

Due to the dilapidated nature of the current transportation trailer, the Mehlville Board of Education approved the purchase of a new transportation trailer for the district at its April 10 meeting.  “The...

South Tech students gasp at the realism of the SIMLab patient mannequins at Chamberlain
University. The mannequins have the ability to breathe, blink and have stretchy skin. The mannequin
pictured above simulated a postpartum woman.

South Tech nursing students get hands-on experience at Chamberlain University

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor April 24, 2025

In an effort to combat the nursing shortage, Chamberlain University St. Louis hosted 45 students from South Tech High School at “Experience Nursing Day” on April 11.  “Nursing is in such high...

Throughout the 36-hour Musicthon, Lindbergh students updated a poster indicating funds raised.

LHS students raise over $8,000 for childhood cancer research

April 23, 2025

Lindbergh High School band students performed for 36 straight hours during this year’s Musicthon, raising $8,023.02 for childhood cancer research and to assist families of children with cancer through...

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...

Mike Edwards.

Beasley Elementary School playground named in honor of ‘Mr. Mike’

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor April 17, 2025

After receiving requests from members of the community, the Mehlville Board of Education unanimously approved renaming Beasley Elementary School’s playground and field “The Mr. Mike playground and...

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...

Vivian Lang.

Affton High School senior receives 2025 Rosemary Zander Award

April 16, 2025

Affton High School senior Vivian Lang was recently recognized as a 2025 Rosemary Zander Award winner by the Special School District (SSD) of St. Louis County. "Vivian never backs down from a challenge,...

Mehlville School District community to host international festival Friday

Mehlville School District community to host international festival Friday

April 15, 2025

The Mehlville-Oakville International Festival will be held April 18 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Mehlville High School, 3200 Lemay Ferry Road. The festival was created to celebrate and educate the community...

Lindbergh Schools celebrates 75 years with anniversary gala

Lindbergh Schools celebrates 75 years with anniversary gala

April 10, 2025

To celebrate the 75th anniversary of Lindbergh Schools, the Lindbergh Schools Foundation is hosting a gala fundraising event on April 11 at the Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza, 212 Kingshighway Blvd., from...

Affton School District hires third school resource officer for 2025-26 school year

Affton School District hires third school resource officer for 2025-26 school year

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor April 10, 2025

The Affton Board of Education unanimously approved the hiring of the district’s third school resource officer (SRO) for the 2025-26 school year at its April 1 meeting. The new SRO position is yet...

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