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⛽ Gas Prices Drop For Holiday Weekend

AAA expects 45.1 million Americans to travel at least 50 miles from home this Memorial Day weekend. This breaks the previous record of 44 million set in 2005. Nearly 39.5 million people will drive to their destinations. Missouri gas prices average $2.87 per gallon, down 34 cents from last year's Memorial Day weekend.

📚 Library Collecting Tornado Relief Supplies

The St. Louis County Library is collecting tornado relief supplies at all 20 branches through May 28. The library system has partnered with four local organizations to gather items like tarps, flashlights, batteries, and work gloves. Donated supplies will be distributed to families affected by recent tornado damage.

🚫 County Ends Probation For Gun Crimes

St. Louis County Prosecutor Melissa Price Smith announced a new policy eliminating probation for all firearm-related crimes. The change affects cases involving homicides, shootings, armed robberies, and drug offenses committed with guns.

🚨 Chesterfield Police Warn of Car Scam

Chesterfield police are warning about a scam targeting people with storm-damaged cars. Men in pickup trucks are selling a purple paste they claim removes hail dents and restores paint. Police say the product doesn't work and several people have already been victimized and that residents should be suspicious of door-to-door sales pitches.

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💼 Business

💪 Crunch Fitness In Manchester Holds Ribbon Cutting

Crunch Fitness held a ribbon-cutting ceremony this week for its Manchester Highlands location.

🛏️ Wildwood/Valley Park Mattress Store Runs Memorial Sale

Mattress Dogzzz with locations in Wildwood and Valley Park is holding a Memorial Day weekend sale.

School District Highlights

🌪️ Parkway Families Receive Tornado Aid

Parkway has received substantial donations following the May 16 tornado that affected district families. The school pantry collected approximately 200 Amazon packages containing food and essential supplies within two days. Plus, Convoy of Hope donated six pallets of ready-meals and snacks, allowing 70 families to receive disaster relief boxes.

Chesterfield

🌳 Chesterfield Gives 293 Trees the Axe

Chesterfield's arborist has been busy keeping residents safe from falling branches. The city has completed inspections of 632 street trees and removed 293 that were dead, declining, or potentially dangerous. This massive cleanup effort helps maintain the urban forest while protecting people and property from hazardous trees.

🏞️ Chesterfield Hires New Parks Director

Chesterfield has a new parks director starting this week. Wayne Dunker officially began his role on May 27, replacing former director TW Dieckmann. With over 25 years of municipal parks experience, Dunker will oversee the city's 500+ acres of parkland, including Central Park, the amphitheater, and the Valley Athletic Complex.

Creve Coeur

🏆 Creve Coeur Crowns Local Business Champs

Creve Coeur rolled out the red carpet for its top businesses last week. Mayor Robert Hoffman presented awards at the Chamber of Commerce luncheon on May 15th. YarnCom earned the Heart of the Community prize, while Plastomics grabbed Most Innovative Business. First Bank went green with their environmental award, and Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe claimed the restaurant crown.

Manchester

🛡️ Manchester PD Earns Blue Shield Honor

Manchester Police Department received the Missouri Blue Shield designation from Governor Mike Kehoe. The program recognizes cities that make significant efforts to reduce crime and strengthen community partnerships. Manchester will receive grant funding for law enforcement training and equipment in the upcoming state budget.

Twin Oaks

🚧 Boly Lane Construction Starts Tuesday

Twin Oaks will begin construction work on Boly Lane after Memorial Day. The east side exit from Boly Lane to Big Bend Road closes completely on Tuesday, May 27th for at least seven days. During construction, drivers must use the right lane on the west side to exit onto Big Bend Road.

Wildwood

🏘️ Major Development Projects Begin in Town Center

Four major residential developments are beginning construction in Wildwood's Town Center area. The projects will add 333 new homes including apartments, single-family houses, and townhomes. Construction timelines range from spring 2025 through 2026, with the largest project featuring 188 apartment units and ground-floor commercial space on Main Street and Taylor Road.

🥕 Fresh Start: Wildwood Market Returns

The Wildwood Farmers Market opens today at Town Center Plaza. The weekly market runs from 8am to noon and features multiple vendors including Friedel Family Farm for produce, Farrar Out Farm for meats, Tamale Man, Becky's Salsa Shack, and Honeybee Flower Truck. Additional artisan vendors will sell handcrafted goods and local art.