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Sun Sets on Ballwin's 2011 Concert Series

The last installment of this summer's concert series in Ballwin is set to shine with an acoustic trio Wednesday night.

Sun Sets on Ballwin's 2011 Concert Series
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Ballwin Police Address Auto Break-Ins

A letter on behalf of the Ballwin Police Department talks about a rise in the number of thefts from cars, and simple ways for residents to prevent crime in their neighborhood.

Ballwin Police Address Auto Break-Ins
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Two Men Dead Following Castlewood-Meramec Drowning

The Metro West Fire Department Chief says investigators located two adults males in their early 20s who died as the result of a swimming accident.

Two Men Dead Following Castlewood-Meramec Drowning
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The Road Less Traveled

For the inaugural edition of 'Looking Back on Ballwin,' Ballwin-Ellisville Patch takes a brief look at the road that gave birth to the city.

The Road Less Traveled
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Week in Review: July 18 – 24

Urban chickens, solar energy and the unexpected death of a 7-year-old from Ballwin made headlines last week.

Week in Review: July 18 – 24
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Ballwin Police Detail Possible Vandalism, Thefts

The Ballwin Police Department details various crime incidents from mid-July, including a possible connection between two cases vehicles driving through roadwork.

Ballwin Police Detail Possible Vandalism, Thefts
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Rockwood Board Acknowledges Controversy; Stops Short of Apology

School board members representing the Rockwood district issued a letter Friday summarizing their stance on a community backlash that followed the hiring of two administrators associated with the superintendent's previous district.

Rockwood Board Acknowledges Controversy; Stops Short of Apology
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Ballwin Crime Report: Loaded Pistol Stolen

The Ballwin Police Department this week reported various crimes that occurred between Friday, July 15 and Wednesday, July 20.

Ballwin Crime Report: Loaded Pistol Stolen
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Ellisville Ponders Urban Chickens

Residents and lawmakers alike in Ellisville are trying to determine how to cope with an unusual movement in homegrown foods.

Ellisville Ponders Urban Chickens
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Cunningham to Groove Bluebird Park Thursday

The rhythm and blues stylings of a dynamic saxophonist are scheduled to sound off Thursday night following the Ellisville Farmers Market at Bluebird Park.

Cunningham to Groove Bluebird Park Thursday
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Dog Park, Donation Site Up for Wednesday Vote

The Ellisville City Council is scheduled to meet Wednesday evening to vote on proposals for a public dog park and a resale drop-off site.

Dog Park, Donation Site Up for Wednesday Vote
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Green Energy Scheduled to Shine in Ballwin

The Ballwin Board of Aldermen approved the purchase of solar panels for the city's government center, which city personnel said are forecast to produce significant electric bill savings.

Green Energy Scheduled to Shine in Ballwin
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A Sign of Humor Outside Kid-less Classrooms

The monument-styled display at Ballwin's Claymont Elementary School may have raised a sweaty eyebrow or two on Monday afternoon.

A Sign of Humor Outside Kid-less Classrooms
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Payments, Solar Panels Make Monday Agenda

The Ballwin Board of Aldermen is expected to meet Monday evening to address and take action on several pending issues, including infrastructure upgrades and the use of green technology.

Payments, Solar Panels Make Monday Agenda
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Vehicle in Ballwin Drives Through Wet Concrete

The Ballwin Police Department on Monday reported various crimes that occurred this month, including a vehicle that drove through unfinished construction, causing thousands of dollars worth of damage.

Vehicle in Ballwin Drives Through Wet Concrete