St. Peters Animal Control advises residents to protect pets from extreme cold, ensuring they're not outside too long, providing dry, insulated shelter, preventing paw and skin damage, and maintaining hydration by preventing water from freezing.

St. Louis extends its Code Blue emergency measures for extreme cold until Dec. 5, providing additional emergency shelter beds and shuttle services for those in need. Snowplows are also prepared for winter weather.

St. Louis street crews worked continuously to ensure roads were safe and navigable during winter weather, with the City updating on their progress and efforts. Traffic safety remains a priority.

St. Charles County seeks $30k for homeless support amid growing concerns, especially for children, following the closure of a Salvation Army shelter. Funds would help provide shelters and motel rooms for the vulnerable during cold nights.

Article details the various payment methods for taxes in St. Charles County, emphasizing the Collector of Revenue's advice on timely payment to avoid penalties.

Jefferson County, Missouri, announces a toy drive for the holiday season, urging community members to donate new, unwrapped toys at two local drop-off points to support families in need.

Candidate packets are available for Shrewsbury's General Municipal Election. Filing starts on December 9 and ends on December 30, with Alderman and Mayor positions open.

University City's leaf collection program is delayed due to unexpected snowfall, with Public Works resuming collection after the snow melts. The city aims for another full sweep post-snow.

Wentzville launched a waste management initiative, offering videos and guidance on recycling and disposal, and support for residents via their website, email, and phone.

Chesterfield announced an Open House to discuss I-64 improvements, inviting citizens to participate and learn about the project's details and implications.

Hazelwood Police are caring for a found puppy and seeking to reunite it with its owner. They request information from the public via their Facebook post.

St. Louis has increased its emergency shelter beds to 215 from 150 and can surge up to 265 until Dec 2, in addition to 400 year-round beds, due to cold weather.

University City's city manager, Gregory Rose, announced his retirement effective February 6, 2026, after notable public service, including managing significant city growth and navigating natural disasters.