Monday, April 22, 2013
We know you're busy, so here's a roundup of some of the recent stories featured on Florissant and Hazelwood Patch sites.
Too busy last week to stay up to date on all the news happening in and around Florissant and Hazelwood? Not to worry. Patch has your back. In case you missed them, here were some of the top headlines from Florissant and Hazelwood Patch sites over the last few days: St. Louis County Assessing Financial Impact of North County Tornado Damage: The St. Louis County Assessor's Office had boots on the ground in Hazelwood and Florissant this week examining all of last week's tornado damage. Ferguson-Florissant Explores Possible Bond Issue: The district has formed a committee to look at the possibility of creating a bond issue for voters. 2nd Annual Katie Campanella Fundraiser is April 25: Incarnate Word Academy will host its second annual …
Saturday, April 20, 2013
Patch recaps the week that was in North St. Louis County, including Florissant and Hazelwood, police and fire news.
Crime News: Police Looking for North St. Louis County Bank Robber A man implied he had a weapon and robbed the U.S Bank at 11000 Larimore Road in north St. Louis County on Friday at about 12:50 p.m. North County Man Sentenced to 110 Years For Sodomies, Assaults Kenneth L. Roberts Jr, was found guilty of two counts of forcible sodomy, two counts of first-degree assault, two counts of armed criminal action and felonious restraint. Hazelwood Police Officers Honored for Helping Elderly Man Escape a House Fire The man was hanging out his bathroom window when police arrived and save him from the fire that damaged his home. Man Steals Woman's Car After Brief Internet Romance St. Louis County Police said Paul Myles stole a car from a woman in …
Friday, April 19, 2013
The St. Louis County Assessor's Office had boots on the ground in Hazelwood and Florissant this week examining all of last week's tornado damage.
Florissant residents will soon know the financial impact of last week's tornado on the area. The St. Louis County Assessor's Office had staff out in Florissant and Hazelwood this week examining damage. The National Weather Service estimated the force of the tornado that devastated Hazelwood and barrelled through Florissant at 115 to 125 mph, rating it an EF-2. That tornado was its strongest in Hazelwood on Woodcrest Lane and at Howdershell Road and Lynn Haven Lane. Assessed Valuation The primary purpose of the office's inspections is somewhat different than the purpose of an insurance company. County spokeswoman Martina Price said the assessor’s office is tasked with determining value for all properties within the county in a "fair and …
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Only incumbents filed to run for the HSD Board of Education, and those members were sworn in. As well a host of new principals and leaders were recently announced.
Hazelwood School District Board of Education incumbents Cheryl Latham and Carlton Thornton were sworn in at Tuesday's meeting. Both board members took the oath of office. Following the swearing in, the board held elections for leadership positions on the board of education with the following results: The board recently approved several promotions and hires for the 2013-14 school year. Lisa Strauther and Jeff Haug have been named assistant superintendents. “I am pleased with the variety of experience that Dr. Strauther and Dr. Haug bring to the team,” said HSD Superintendent Grayling Tobias in a statement. “I look forward to working collaboratively with them in our efforts to improve academic achievement in HSD.” Strauther has been the …
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
The Board of Education will also hear an updated report about the operational plan to update the districts technology infrastructure.
The Hazelwood School District (HSD) Board of Education will convene Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., to discuss district business. At it's last meeting, the Board of Education approved a revised 2012-13 school calendar which reflects the school year ending May 29 for the district. School was originally set to end on May 31. At the time the revised calendar was approved Diana Gulotta, assistant superintendent for communications, said the district was on its third snow day. "We had already built six snow days into our calendar so we don't really have to extend the year until we miss the (seventh) day, she said" Items on this week's agenda include: Reports: Some Items Requiring Board Voting Action: Will you be attending this week's meeting? Remember …
Monday, April 15, 2013
We know you're busy, so here's a roundup of some of the recent stories featured on Florissant and Hazelwood Patch sites.
Too busy last week to stay up to date on all the news happening in and around Florissant and Hazelwood? Not to worry. Patch has your back. In case you missed them, here were some of the top headlines from Florissant and Hazelwood Patch sites over the last few days: Mo. Gov. Jay Nixon, Local Leaders Urge Residents to Use Local Contractors: Right after a natural disaster can be one of the most vulnerable times for a homeowner. Local leaders are urging residents to do their homework and work with reputable companies to rebuild. Ferguson-Florissant Board Doesn't Gel on Officer Elections: After swearing in a new board member, the board disagrees about who would be the best board president. Stay up-to-date on the cities of Florissant and …
Neighbors will donate 20 blankets, 20 flashlights with batteries and one case (80 rolls) of toilet paper.
Sunday, April 14, 2013
Right after a natural disaster can be one of the most vulnerable times for a homeowner. Local leaders are urging residents to do their homework and work with reputable companies to rebuild.
The road to rebuilding is going to be a long one for the cities of Hazelwood and Florissant, as residents finish clean up and begin looking for reputable contractors. Do Your Homework "Don't be a victim twice," St. Louis County Executive Charlie Dooley warned residents, as did Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon. "I always recommend that you work with locals when it comes to rebuilding," Nixon said. "There's plenty of great contractors in the area, (and) there's plenty of great folks who can help you. "Don't fall prey to putting cash down on somebody too quick." Hazelwood fire chief Dave Radel said the storm caused significant damage to just about 80 single-family homes in city limits. Nine buildings at Teson Gardens Apartments also sustained …
Saturday, April 13, 2013
Zweifel grew up in the Florissant-Hazelwood area and graduated from Hazelwood West High School. He came home to check on family and friends following Wednesday's tornado.
Missouri State Treasurer Clint Zweifel was in Hazelwood Thursday to view tornado damage. Zweifel tweeted he was going back to St. Louis to check on family and friends. According to the National Weather Service, the tornado that hit Hazelwood and made a path of destruction through to Florissant, was classified as a preliminary EF-2. An EF-2, the weather service says, typically has wind speeds of 111 to 165 MPH. Missouri's money manager grew up in North County and graduated from Hazelwood West High School. "I grew up across from Koch Park (in Florissant)," he told Patch. Zweifel said seeing the damage done to an area where he grew up was devastating. However, when walking around neighborhoods talking to residents, he was reminded of why he'…
Recovery from a disaster can take several months, or even years, and the United Way along with FEMA's Long Term Recovery want to help residents realize the road ahead.
St. Louis County Executive Charlie Dooley said it best on Thursday. "Don't become a victim twice," he said of researching reputable people to help in tornado re-building efforts. For that reason, the Multi-agency Resource Center will be available to help those tornado victims this weekend. The organization will host a resource fair at the Hazelwood Community Center, located at 1186 Teson Road on Sunday from noon to 3 p.m. The goal is to help area Florissant and Hazelwood residents with finding credible and appropriate resources. Recovery from a disaster can take several months, or even years, which is evident as we near the two year mark of the Good Friday Tornadoes that ripped through North County heavily impacting Ferguson and Bridgeton…
Mary Singleton
9:57 am on Sunday, April 14, 2013
T & L Tree Service removed a tree for us and did a great job. Very professional and efficient. They are on Teson Road. more ›