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South St. Louis County News

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South St. Louis County News

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First heat advisory of the year issued for St. Louis County

First heat advisory of the year issued for St. Louis County

July 9, 2020

A heat advisory has been issued for St. Louis County and surrounding areas through 7 p.m. Thursday, the first one issued in 2020. The National Weather Service of St. Louis said that heat index values...

SunCrest Fest is canceled for 2020

SunCrest Fest is canceled for 2020

July 9, 2020

The cities of Sunset Hills and Crestwood announced Wednesday that they are canceling their joint annual festival, the SunCrest Fest, scheduled for Sept. 19. Like many other events this year, the SunCrest...

Penelope Ritchie of Barnview Fields & Farm fixes the produce display during the Oakville Community Market.

Missouri farms finding new ways to sell locally amid the pandemic

By Colleen Wouters, Missouri Information Corps July 5, 2020

A new website and “Food Finder” map are connecting Missourians with their nearest farm-to-table food options. The new site is meeting a need arising from the COVID-19 pandemic. Earlier this year,...

Patrick Bruno drives a big rig in Lindbergh High Schools socially distanced parade for 2020 graduates.

Lindbergh looking for residents and parents to serve on school board advisory committees

July 3, 2020

The Lindbergh Board of Education is inviting Lindbergh Schools residents to serve on one of five board advisory committees, which are designed to allow board members to seek input and advice on key issues,...

Affton food truck haven 9 Mile Garden opens today

Affton food truck haven 9 Mile Garden opens today

July 3, 2020

Starting today, Missouri’s first food truck garden is now open in South County. The 9 Mile Garden on Gravois Road in Affton is officially open, debuting on Fourth of July weekend with a rotating lineup...

Mehlville Board of Education member Jean Pretto and Chief Financial Officer Marshall Crutcher discuss the 2020 budget during a meeting June 5, 2019 at Mehlville High School.

Coronavirus makes status of future Mehlville bond issue uncertain

By Erin Achenbach, Staff Reporter July 3, 2020

This is the first in a two-part series about a potential Mehlville School District bond issue. See the second article in this two-part series in the July 9 print edition of The Call. In the uncertainty...

Rain didn’t stop South County from enjoying the 20th year of the JB Blast at Jefferson Barracks
Park Wednesday, July 3, 2019, featuring live music, an appearance from County Executive Sam Page and
a fireworks show.

Where to see Fourth of July fireworks this year

July 3, 2020

Fourth of July traditions like the JB Blast and Fair St. Louis are postponed or canceled this year, but drive-in fireworks will provide some options for those wanting to still see a dazzling display in...

The empty Crestwood mall site, with the buildings demolished and the site leveled, as seen in May 2019.

Crestwood issues RFP to find a new mall developer, supported by owner UrbanStreet

July 2, 2020

The city of Crestwood has issued a request for proposals to find a new developer for the former Crestwood mall site, which is currently owned by Chicago-based UrbanStreet Group. “The City is committed...

Rain didn’t stop South County from enjoying the 20th year of the JB Blast at Jefferson Barracks
Park Wednesday, July 3, 2019, featuring live music, an appearance from County Executive Sam Page and
a fireworks show.

Webster Groves Fourth of July fireworks and parade are postponed this year

July 2, 2020

The Webster Groves Fourth of July fireworks have been postponed this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Webster Groves Community Days parade and Fourth of July fireworks have been a tradition for...

PowerPlex will host drive-in fireworks for Fourth of July

PowerPlex will host drive-in fireworks for Fourth of July

July 2, 2020

Fourth of July fireworks will be added to the lineup of graduations and concerts taking place at the 500-car Drive-In St. Louis venue at the PowerPlex site at the former St. Louis Mills mall. With annual...

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