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All content by Ellie Marshall
Photo courtesy of Lutheran South High School.

Lutheran South hosts ‘Lusopalooza’ for grand opening of Jubel Center for the Arts

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
January 23, 2025
Mehlville School District adds full-day early childhood education to Bierbaum Elementary, approves half-day early childhood tuition increase

Mehlville School District adds full-day early childhood education to Bierbaum Elementary, approves half-day early childhood tuition increase

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
January 23, 2025
The signs are expected to read "Slow Pedestrian Crossing." Photo courtesy of Sunset Hills.

Sunset Hills approves one flashing sign, one non-flashing sign on Robyn

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
January 22, 2025
Former Missouri 95th House District Rep. Michael O'Donnell (R-Oakville).

Rep. Michael O’Donnell leaves Missouri House to serve as commissioner of securities

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
January 22, 2025
Proposition R 2024 Phase 1 construction recently began at Truman Middle School. Photo courtesy of Lindbergh Schools.

Proposition R 2024 construction begins at Truman Middle School

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
January 15, 2025
Amid further investigation, charges against St. Louis County Clerk Diann Valenti dropped

Amid further investigation, charges against St. Louis County Clerk Diann Valenti dropped

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
January 9, 2025
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson delivered his State of the State address on Jan. 27, 2021 (photo courtesy of Missouri Governor's Office).

Melissa Price Smith sworn in as new St. Louis County prosecuting attorney

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
January 9, 2025
Elliot's self-portrait. Photo courtesy of Lindbergh Schools.

Crestwood Elementary fifth graders send self-portrait ornaments to the White House

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
January 2, 2025
Dennis Hancock

Wesley Bell refiles quo warranto petition seeking to remove Dennis Hancock from office

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
January 2, 2025
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson delivered his State of the State address on Jan. 27, 2021 (photo courtesy of Missouri Governor's Office).

Gov. Mike Parson given authority to fill vacant prosecuting attorney seat

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
January 2, 2025
Students create ornaments to send to the White House by tracing circles and cutting out copies of the self-portraits they painted at the beginning of the school year.

Ten Crestwood Elementary fifth graders send self-portrait ornaments to the White House

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
December 24, 2024
Green Park City Hall.

Green Park board places question of commercial property tax on April ballot

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
December 23, 2024
The supplies used to create White House-worthy ornaments.

Students trace circles that will later be cut out and used for their ornaments.

One student focuses deeply on cutting out her ornament.

Students trace, cut and paste their ornaments after receiving instructions from Crestwood Elementary School art teacher Christopher Burke.

Crestwood Elementary School art teacher Christopher Burke explains how to create the ornaments from the students' already-made self-portraits.

Darrion Cockrell, Crestwood Elementary School's physical education teacher, tells ten selected fifth graders that their self-portraits will be sent to the White House and used as holiday decor.

Second suspect charged for November shooting of Colin Brown 

Second suspect charged for November shooting of Colin Brown 

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
December 19, 2024
Timothy Smith with the Affton boys and girls basketball teams, as well as the Bayless boys basketball team, on Dec. 13.

Affton alum, Army veteran honored at Dec. 13 Affton boys basketball game

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
December 19, 2024
A young girl with face paint wraps her present to give to her foster parent.

Foster families celebrate Christmas at Faith Oakville Church with crafts, gifts wrapping

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
December 19, 2024
Arrest made in connection with Colin Brown’s murder

Arrest made in connection with Colin Brown’s murder

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
December 18, 2024
Lola Neudling on her 103rd birthday.

Sunset Hills resident turns 103 years old

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
December 18, 2024
St. Louis County Executive Sam Page signs ethics reform executive orders into law in 2019 in the county executive's office.

Contentions continue surrounding appointment of next prosecuting attorney

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
December 17, 2024
Photo courtesy of Lindbergh Schools.

LHS student chosen to perform in Macy’s parade

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
December 12, 2024
Fredbird high fives students at the Dec. 3 St. Louis County Library and Cardinals Care bookmobile unveiling at Bierbaum Elementary School.

New St. Louis County Library bookmobile unveiled at Bierbaum Elementary School

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
December 12, 2024
Fifth annual Oakville Community Holiday Crawl 'a success'

Fifth annual Oakville Community Holiday Crawl ‘a success’

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
December 11, 2024
Andre’s at Sunset Hills currently operates a banquet facility and would like to update and utilize a garage under an outdoor pavilion to offer the hospitality suite. The proposed hospitality suite is roughly 3,100 square feet. No changes to the footprint of the structure would be made. The garage was initially utilized as a golf cart shed as part of the previous golf course/clubhouse. Photo courtesy of Sunset Hills.

Andre’s withdraws CUP application allowing ‘get ready rooms’

By Ellie Marshall, Call Newspapers
December 10, 2024
"Schools thrive when we have good relationships with our community, and the relationship that Bierbaum Elementary and the Mehlville School District has built with the St. Louis County Library is a testament to that," Paul Morris, principal of Bierbaum Elementary School, said.

The new St. Louis County Library and Cardinals Care bookmobile holds over 5,000 books.

Fredbird gets the students of Bierbaum Elementary School excited for the bookmobile unveiling.

Former Cardinals Player Brad Thompson urges the students of Bierbaum Elementary School to get loud in order to get Fredbird's attention.

A baseball-loving student from Bierbaum Elementary School introduces former Cardinals Player Brad Thompson, emcee of the bookmobile unveiling event.

The new St. Louis County Library and Cardinals Care Cardinals-themed bookmobile.

Crestwood residents examine the various nature playscape designs displayed at the open house event on Dec. 3. Photo courtesy of Crestwood Mayor Scott Shipley.

Crestwood residents give feedback on Prop A Nature Playscape project

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
December 4, 2024
Andre’s at Sunset Hills currently operates a banquet facility and would like to update and utilize a garage under an outdoor pavilion to offer the hospitality suite. The proposed hospitality suite is roughly 3,100 square feet. No changes to the footprint of the structure would be made. The garage was initially utilized as a golf cart shed as part of the previous golf course/clubhouse. Photo courtesy of Sunset Hills.

Andre’s at Sunset Hills denied CUP allowing overnight stays

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
November 29, 2024
Students test out new bikes.

Hancock Place Elementary School awarded 24 new bicycles for PE class

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
November 28, 2024
Candidate filing for April 2025 municipal and school board elections to open next month

Candidate filing for April 2025 municipal and school board elections to open next month

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
November 28, 2024

OHS soccer alum starts sports equipment recycling nonprofit

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
November 27, 2024
Members of The David and Barbara Mungenast Charitable Foundation reveal 24 Strider balance-to-pedal bikes at Hancock Place Elementary School's unveiling ceremony held Nov. 14.

Hancock Place Elementary School awarded 24 new balance-to-pedal conversion bicycles

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
November 20, 2024
The new Strider balance-to-pedal bikes.

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Students test out new bikes.

Students test out new bikes.

Students begin trying out new bikes.

Before riding the new bikes, students put on helmets.

Select students line up to test the new bikes.

Marcie Reeves, PE teacher, demonstrates how to use the Strider balance-to-pedal bikes.

Hancock Place Elementary School students raise their hands when asked if they know how to ride a bike.

Students react to the bike reveal.

Jessica Mungenast of Dave Mungenast Family of Dealerships addresses the crowd.

Timothy McInnis, assistant superintendent of Hancock Place School District, explains the "Learn-to-Ride Program."

Before the big reveal, the bikes were hidden under a parachute.

Residents vote in the 2024 general election at Lindbergh High School, 5000 Lindbergh Blvd.

South County voters reelect incumbents in 2024 election

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
November 12, 2024
Crestwood community members sit at their booth, waiting for customers at the 2024 Kids Garage Sale.

The Crestwood Kids Garage Sale gives children the opportunity to learn how to make sales and handle cash transactions.

A child carries his newly purchased toy from the 2024 Crestwood Kids Garage Sale.

Toys, games, books and clothing were all available for purchase at the 2024 Crestwood Kids Garage Sale.

2024 Crestwood Kids Garage Sale.

[Photo] Crestwood hosts second annual Kids Garage Sale

November 13, 2024
Green Park City Hall.

Green Park Board of Aldermen discusses possibilty of new playground

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
November 7, 2024
SLCPD awarded $2.4 million in grants

SLCPD awarded $2.4 million in grants

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
November 7, 2024
Voters line up to vote in the 2024 general election at the Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road.

South County Election Results 2024

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
November 5, 2024
Lutheran South’s boys soccer team volunteered with SPENSA at the World Wide Technology Soccer Park on Oct. 12, working with young athletes of varying skill levels. The day ended with a group activity that brought together all participants for a shared celebration. Photo courtesy of Lutheran South boys soccer.

Lutheran South boys soccer team volunteers with SPENSA

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
October 30, 2024
Lindbergh Schools, local farmers partner to provide fresh produce for students

Lindbergh Schools, local farmers partner to provide fresh produce for students

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
October 29, 2024
Dora May and Leon Pearce.

Cedarhurst of Arnold celebrates couple’s 70th wedding anniversary

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
October 22, 2024
Citizens voice concerns on needed stop sign, lack of street parking in Sunset Hills, Crestwood

Citizens voice concerns on needed stop sign, lack of street parking in Sunset Hills, Crestwood

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
October 22, 2024
Mehlville Fire Protection District Engine House 5, 11020 Mueller Road.

Mehlville Fire honors Dave Mungenast

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
October 17, 2024
Crestwood Elementary School's new book vending machine, funded by the PTO, offers students a unique way to earn books for certain achievements. The $10,000 project aims to encourage reading, with the PTO pledging $1,000 annually to keep the machine stocked. Photo courtesy of Crestwood Elementary.

Crestwood Elementary School PTO donates book vending machine

By Ellie Marshall, News Editor
October 17, 2024
South County municipalities approve, set 2024 tax rates

South County municipalities approve, set 2024 tax rates

By Ellie Marshall, Staff Reporter
October 9, 2024
Green Park City Hall.

Tensions between Green Park elected officials rise

By Ellie Marshall, Staff Reporter
October 9, 2024
In honor of Patriot Day, community members clean headstones at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery on Sept. 11. Though the event takes place annually, local participation skyrocketed this year, with numbers tripling from about 40 to 50 people annually to 150 volunteers this year.

South County rallies for Patriot Day with first responders and veterans BBQ, cemetery cleanup

By Ellie Marshall, Staff Reporter
October 1, 2024
Affton Board of Education sets 2024 tax rates

Affton Board of Education sets 2024 tax rates

By Ellie Marshall, Staff Reporter
September 28, 2024
The location of the proposed Andy's Frozen Custard in the Crestwood Crossing development, 9535 Watson Road. Image courtesy of the City of Crestwood.

Aldermen approve CUP for Andy’s Custard

By Ellie Marshall, Staff Reporter
September 25, 2024
Lindbergh Schools reviews 2024 tax rates at special meeting

Lindbergh Schools reviews 2024 tax rates at special meeting

By Ellie Marshall, Staff Reporter
September 24, 2024
Little Leader Academy students learn how to make pawpaw ice cream from pawpaw fruit. Photo by April Robert.

South County educator opens nature-based ‘microschool’ with holistic learning focus

By Ellie Marshall, Staff Reporter
September 24, 2024
Mehlville Fire Protection District Engine House 5, 11020 Mueller Road.

MFPD approves fire house change orders

By Ellie Marshall, Staff Reporter
September 24, 2024
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 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

South County twirlers triumph on national stage

By Ellie Marshall, Staff Reporter
September 7, 2024
The Lindbergh High School varsity League of Legends team. Photo courtesy of Lindbergh Schools.

LHS League of Legends esports team wins state championship in its third year

By Ellie Marshall, Staff Reporter
September 6, 2024
A map of the Whitecliff Park bridge detour. Image courtesy of Crestwood.

Whitecliff Park bridge closed for replacement

By Ellie Marshall, Staff Reporter
September 6, 2024

Lutheran South student shines in Muny debut

By Ellie Marshall, Staff Reporter
September 6, 2024
Crestwood Director of Parks and Recreation Eilien Ramirez, Recreation Manager Phil Lanio and Mayor Scott Shipley discussed Crestwood Park’s upcoming renovation with students at Long Elementary School on Aug. 23. The students were then tasked with voting for their favorite out of three options, after which they received “I Voted” stickers.

Residents’ votes shape the future of Crestwood playground

By Ellie Marshall, Staff Reporter
August 29, 2024
Green Park City Hall.

Green Park alderman’s impeachment webinar request sparks debate

By Ellie Marshall, Staff Reporter
August 29, 2024
The Lindbergh High School girls cross country team.

[Photo] LHS girls cross country aims for higher finish in 2024

August 28, 2024
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