Travel + Leisure Magazine named Maplewood the best small town to retire in, and several other sources reported the news as well. Travel + Leisure — This Suburb Was Named the Best U.S. Small Town to Retire for Cost of Living, Crime, and Livability Kick 97.9 — Experts say the BEST place to Retire in […]
The St. Louis Post Dispatch reports that Shana Jones, the former city council member also known for her COVID-19 relief work with her “Grab-N-Go Table,” has pleaded guilty to a fraud-related felony. Jones pleaded guilty last week in St. Louis County Circuit Court to a charge of filing false documents — her fifth felony since […]
More Extraordinary Images From The Collection Of The Missouri Historical Society A Tale of Two Albums – Part Four By now, if you have been following this site all along, you may be saying to yourself, What now? More Ultra Rare images? Just how many Ultra Rare images can one find before they become less […]
The aroma of roasting coffee is set to come to 2500 Sutton Boulevard in July. Hunter Iffland plans to open his Kentzo Koffee at the former location of Looking Meadow Cafe and Stone Spiral before that. Iffland has been roasting and selling his coffee online for four years at kentzokoffee.com. Iffland said he’s planning on […]
Maplewood resident Brad Jackson has filed a second law suit against the city of Maplewood. It’s in Missouri case.net, case number 25SL-CC03975. Jackson filed a suit in August last year against the city of Maplewood; Maplewood Mayor Barry Greenberg; Kate Bethel, owner of Maven Bath and Candle Co., and Isaac Chosich, an employee at Maven. […]
Maplewood judge Douglas Sidel officiated the swearing in of three council members at the Maplewood city council meeting on Tuesday. C Wiley was successful in a write-in campaign for Ward 1. Eric Page (Ward 2) and Nick Homa (Ward 3) both were reelected to second terms (both unopposed). Also, Maplewood Mayor Barry Greenberg read a […]
More Extraordinary Images From The Collection Of The Missouri Historical Society A Tale of Two Albums – Part Two Long time followers of this blog probably know quite a bit about Maplewood’s oldest home and the effort to save it. In case you don’t, here is a link to a past post about it. Saving […]
A KSDK reporter visits the newly opened Robin Restaurant in downtown Maplewood, Parker’s Table in Richmond Heights is set to open a 30-seat wine bar, and Max Preps reports on an MRH baseball game (AI generated article). KSDK — Chef Alec Schingel debuts Robin Restaurant in downtown Maplewood Max Preps — Baseball Recap: Metro Picks […]
Director of communications, Maplewood Richmond Heights School District, Ed Rich, submitted the following letter from the MRH Board of Education to the 40 South News readers. Dear 40 South News Readers, The members of the Maplewood Richmond Heights School District Board of Education extend our heartfelt gratitude to the voters of our community. With overwhelming […]
More Extraordinary Images From The Collection Of The Missouri Historical Society A Tale of Two Albums The Missouri Historical Society has (in their archive on Skinker across from Forest Park) two small photo albums that have turned out to be very important to the history of Maplewood. They belong to a collection that was donated […]
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for the Cities of Brentwood, Maplewood, and Webster Groves, St. Louis County, Missouri, Case No. 25-07-0359P. The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) solicits technical information or comments on proposed flood hazard determinations for the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), […]
In a write-in only race for Maplewood’s Ward 1 C Wiley defeated Marie Long by 173 to 90 votes on Tuesday. Wiley posted on their campaign Facebook page (imogees not included here). WE DID IT MAPLEWOOD! I’m beyond honored to share that according to unofficial results, I’ve been elected to represent Ward 1 on Maplewood […]
2418 S. Big Bend is set to open as a hair salon called Petal. in 2015 the owner of the tinting business there opened a skate shop on the side. The city council took the initial votes for a salon at 2867 Laclede Station Road in the council meeting on Tuesday. Eric and Teresa Bess […]
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for the Cities of Brentwood, Maplewood, and Webster Groves, St. Louis County, Missouri, Case No. 25-07-0359P. The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) solicits technical information or comments on proposed flood hazard determinations for the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), […]
The festival is a culmination of Maplewood and Richmond Heights’ most renowned restaurants, beloved boutiques, and unique specialty stores. In its 17th year the event’s vibe is distinct and unmistakable, radiating the culture and character of the businesses in the area. In addition to the food and libations, visitors will enjoy live entertainment on two […]
I am actively fund raising for the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network (BCAN) by participating in the St. Louis Walk on Saturday May 3rd. Please join me! Walk with me or Donate. I walk because I am grateful for the BCAN friends I have made here in St. Louis and the support they provide. This is […]
Maplewood city council members Nick Homa, Ward 3; Shawn Faulkingham, Ward3; Matt Coriell, Ward 1; Krista Garcia, Ward 1 and Eric Page, Ward 2 have endorsed C Wiley for Ward 1 council member. The endorsements are below, beginning with Homa’s. Nick Homa sent this to 40 South and asked for it to be posted. I […]
I want to give some insight into the MRH School District’s financial situation and encourage you, the voter, to VOTE YES on propositions B and E in the April 8 election. I am not speaking for the MRH Board of Education in its entirety and what I have to say should be construed as my opinion […]
Yard waste tags have gone up in price, almost doubling since 2024. The increase is due to Maplewood’s new contract with Republic Services. Year-round yard waste pick-up service, which is charged directly to households by Republic Services, will increase to $17.89 per month. According to a 2024 memorandum from Director of Public Works Anthony Traxler, […]
Maplewood Mayor Barry Greenberg has endorsed Marie Long as a write-in candidate for City Council, Ward 1, and shared his perspective on the endorsement process. He asked for his statement to be published in 40 South News. His statement follows. During the 14 years I served on city council and the first four years as […]
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