👋 Good Morning, West County!

In today’s ⚡️West County Pulse newsletter:

🛑 Clarkson Road Safety Pause
🎥 Chesterfield Mall's Final Story
🍹 Narwhal's Expands at Chesterfield HUB

Let’s jump into today’s newsletter!

— Jared Michel

Top Stories

🛑 Chesterfield's Concrete Conundrum

When MoDOT started installing concrete islands along Clarkson Road in Chesterfield last month, they didn't expect such strong opposition. The $52 million safety project, designed to slow traffic and reduce accidents, has been temporarily halted after residents and city officials voiced concerns about lack of public input and potential safety hazards.

🎥 Local Mall Stars in Documentary

A Canadian film crew has chosen the Chesterfield Mall as the star of their upcoming documentary about the rise and fall of American shopping malls. Bright Sun Films is captured the mall's final chapter before its demolition, documenting how the mall represents countless similar stories across the country. The film, set for release in 2026, will preserve memories spanning nearly five decades.

🌊 Tuesday Storms Flood West County Roads

Tuesday's storms dumped seven inches of rain across St. Louis, causing widespread flash flooding. Interstate 44 near Valley Park experienced significant delays throughout the day. The flooding even prompted Governor Parson to activate state emergency operations to support affected areas through December 5th.

📺 P-D's First Big Screen News Update

Looking back through time, yesterday the St. Louis Post-Dispatch recently shared a fascinating piece of local history. The newspaper made St. Louis history 100 years ago with groundbreaking election coverage. Using new technology for 1924, the newspaper projected live election updates on 18-square-foot screens outside their downtown building. Thousands gathered at 12th and Olive to watch as Calvin Coolidge's victory was announced through this innovative display system.

Business

🍹 New Cocktail Bar Opens in Chesterfield

A new dining and drink option is coming to The Hub STL in Chesterfield. Narwhal's Crafted's newest location will offer their full menu of frozen cocktails, plus easy access to food from neighboring Hi-Pointe Drive-In and Napoli Bros. through tableside QR code ordering. The venue sits between Napoli Bros. and 4 Hands Brewing Co.

School District Highlights

🌟 106 Staff Members Up for Annual Award

Rockwood announced 127 nominations for the 2025 Cornerstone Awards, recognizing exceptional service from support staff members. The nominations span multiple roles including bus drivers, nurses, secretaries, and custodians. Ten winners will be selected next week and honored at the spring ROSE Awards.

City Highlights

Ballwin

🎣 Ballwin Officers Lead Fishing Event

The Ballwin Police Department hosted their second annual Cops & Bobbers fishing event over the weekend, bringing together officers and local families. The community gathering gave kids a chance to learn fishing basics while getting to know local law enforcement. Many participants caught fish throughout the day's activities.

Creve Coeur

📰 City Drops November News & Updates

The city of Creve Coeur has released its November newsletter this week, highlighting several important programs and updates for residents. The publication includes information about the stormwater management program, leaf collection schedules, and upcoming town hall meetings.

🍩 Donuts With the Mayor

Mayor Robert Hoffman is continuing his community outreach with the next Coffee with the Mayor tomorrow. The informal gathering at the Creve Coeur Government Center will start at 7:30am, offering residents a chance to discuss community matters while enjoying complimentary refreshments.

Manchester

🌿 Community Clears Park Honeysuckle

On Saturday Manchester residents gathered at Schroeder Park for an important conservation project. The community event brought together local volunteers and a specialized team of goats from Goats on the Go to remove invasive honeysuckle. Nearly 20 goats assisted in the clearing efforts, making the work both efficient and environmentally friendly.

❄️ City Offers Free Winter Weather Alerts

Manchester officials want to ensure residents stay informed during winter weather. The city's Everbridge notification system delivers weather alerts directly to phones through text messages. Residents can receive these updates by texting "manchestermo" to 888777. The service helps keep the community aware of conditions affecting travel and safety.

Wildwood

🏗️ Main Street Project Seeks New Path

The Wildwood City Council is considering a development proposal that would affect the future of Main Street construction. TB Realty and Benton Homes want to build 55 rental homes but are seeking relief from an $800,000 road contribution requirement, offering instead $388,000 in alternative contributions and concessions.

🎖️ Veterans Day Ceremony Set for Nov 7

A special Veterans Day ceremony will recognize local service members in Wildwood tomorrow. The event will being at 8:30am on November 7th at City Hall, following the city’s regular Coffee with the Mayor gathering. Veterans will receive recognition and a special gift, with opportunities for community involvement through the Hometown Hero Banner Program.

Upcoming Events

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