JEFFERSON REVIEW
THURSDAY EDITION
From the Editor’s Desk
This week’s edition of The Jefferson Review brings you full coverage of the municipal elections across Jefferson County, along with continued reporting from city council meetings and local government discussions happening throughout the county.
Elections are one of the clearest ways residents shape the direction of their communities, and this week’s results reflect decisions that will impact cities across Jefferson County. At the same time, the day-to-day work of local government continues, from infrastructure concerns to long-term planning, and we remain focused on bringing that information directly to you.
As always, our goal is to keep you informed on what is happening locally, where decisions are being made, and how those decisions affect our community.
A higher-than-expected turnout leads to major shifts across multiple cities, with incumbents falling and new leaders emerging.
Residents, engineers, and city leaders review progress and next steps as the city works toward long-term solutions.
Major highway work across Jefferson County is now expected to take longer as officials outlined delays, added improvements, and upcoming traffic changes in Herculaneum.
A warming trend heading into the weekend with chances of showers before cooler temperatures return early next week.
From community events to farmers markets and fundraisers, there are several ways to get involved this week and beyond.
Meet Majestic Mane, a gentle long haired cat looking for a safe and loving home after a difficult start.
County Dispatch
A higher-than-expected turnout led to major shakeups across Jefferson County, with incumbents falling, new leaders emerging, and voters sending a clear message at the ballot box. From a full reset in Festus to contested races flipping in Arnold, this election could shape local leadership for years to come.
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Residents and city officials discussed ongoing flooding concerns during a recent council meeting, where engineers outlined progress, timelines, and next steps. While solutions will take time, the conversation reflected a collaborative effort to address long-standing issues.
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MoDOT projects across Jefferson County are now expected to run into 2027 as officials outlined delays, added work, and major traffic changes during a recent Herculaneum city council meeting.
Weather
Weather forecasts can change. Check local sources for the most up-to-date conditions.
Community Events
Adoptable Pet of the Week
Just look at that face and that big, beautiful mane. This 3-year-old neutered male DLH is as majestic as he is gentle.
He came to us under heartbreaking circumstances, trapped by someone who believed he was feral and even threatened to drown him. But the truth could not be more different. He was simply scared, not wild.
Once safe, he showed his true nature: a big, sweet, loving cat who just wants kindness and a soft place to land. No owner ever came forward for him, so now he is waiting for his forever home where he will never have to be afraid again.
His adoption fee is $50. He came into the shelter already neutered and will be fully vaccinated, dewormed, treated for fleas and ticks, tested for FIV/FeLV, and microchipped.