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Wrap up your St. Patty's Day week with this story about an authentic leprechaun from columnist Leslie Gibson McCarthy. Read more: tinyurl.com/w9j7ba7

Mary Bufe tries to offload her "OG" Webster phone number in her latest column. Read more: tinyurl.com/4m2p464z

The St. Louis County Circuit Court has rebuked the WG Municipal Court for a list of ongoing mismanagement and failing to address issues within the court. The court administrator, who was working to resolve several of the issues, resigned this week ... tinyurl.com/bdua7uhd

Anyone baking a cake for Charlie Hoessle needs to be ready with 95 candles. It’s also important to know that the Saint Louis Zoo legend will be more interested in talking about snakes, rather than cakes, on his March 20 birthday. Read more: tinyurl.com/bdezu9re

Steve Schoenbeck is the archives manager for the Webster Groves Historical Society. He and his wife, Patty, have lived in Webster Groves for more than 50 years. His research has led to a new book, set for release on April 15. Read more: tinyurl.com/2h92rhsh

In celebration of its 40th anniversary, Stages St. Louis has unveiled a new identity and is reemphasizing its core focus: high-quality, one-of-a-kind productions with inclusive storytelling and fresh perspectives. Read more: tinyurl.com/4zfxkxys

Eighteen-year-old Sam Jory splits his days between two high schools, working part-time and running a newly-formed business of his own. He’s also a competitive mountain biker. Read more: tinyurl.com/yc7963w4

Anticipating property redevelopment over the next 10 to 15 years, the Des Peres Board of Aldermen on March 9 authorized a consulting agreement with the i5 Group to revise the comprehensive land use plan. Read more: tinyurl.com/mr3xkheh

Former speaker of the Missouri House of Representatives John Diehl Jr., who represented Des Peres and parts of Kirkwood in the Missouri House from 2009 to 2015, was sentenced Monday to nearly two years in prison for committing $379,900 in fraud. Read more: tinyurl.com/5c5n8ucn

The four candidates contesting for three open seats on the Kirkwood City Council made their cases in front of scores of residents at a public forum on Tuesday, March 9. Read more: tinyurl.com/yam7js8b

Realtor Naomi Neal and contractor Ryan Laux had been dating for four years, living in separate Webster Groves homes, when he proposed. With three kids each, Neal said they promised if they ever married, all the kids would have their own bedrooms. tinyurl.com/2b9kswx5

Today’s discerning homebuyers prioritize homes that feel turnkey, confirmed Realtor Katie Dooley Curran, founding partner of CØMPASS Realty Group-St. Louis & Beyond STL. Read more: tinyurl.com/crfca33d

More and more homes in St. Louis are being purchased entirely with cash, landing The Lou metro in the top six in the nation for all-cash house sales. Read more: tinyurl.com/ma2wc33

Golden handcuffs: Many home-owners feel “locked” into current homes due to pandemic-era mortgage rates, according to Emily Oliver, a global luxury certified sales specialist with Coldwell Banker Realty–Gundaker in St. Louis. tinyurl.com/mr3h3dt6

On a lot in the heart of the Jefferson-Argonne Historic District and just steps from Downtown Kirkwood, a 1905 Colonial Revival residence has been the home of Dr. Sandra Hoffmann, MD, and her late husband Dr. Joe Hoffmann, MD, for 45 years. Read more: tinyurl.com/ytjvrccn

A 20-foot model of St. Louis’ legendary SS Admiral riverboat is part of a special exhibit called “Roads, River, Rooms and Reels” opening tomorrow at the National Museum of Transportation to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Route 66. Read more: tinyurl.com/58m3ykvp

Editor-in-Chief Jaime Mowers discusses her experience speaking at the“EmpowerHER Tea Party” in her latest column. Read more: tinyurl.com/mrxhaexr

Southwest St. Louis County housing inventory remains low and likely will continue to favor a seller’s market into this summer, according to three real estate agents who service the Kirkwood and Webster Groves areas. Read more: tinyurl.com/r5hacjab

A committee investigating the needs and financial viability of Kirkwood’s water utility is slated to deliver its final report to city officials during a council work session TODAY, set for 4:30 p.m. at Kirkwood City Hall, 139 S. Kirkwood Road. Read more: tinyurl.com/6p95h3yn

Two candidates are finalists to become the next chief of the Webster Groves Fire Department, following the resignation of former chief Brett Ellis. The candidates were introduced to the public at a meet-and-greet event last Friday. Read more: tinyurl.com/47y7kxmh