Wake Up Wentzville: Jan. 9 Edition

Good morning !

Welcome to the column that will help you get through the day. Every Monday through Friday, we'll tell you what's going on around town, what you need to know and where the traffic snags might be.

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• Weather: Sunny, with a high near 48. West wind between 3 and 10 mph, according to the National Weather Service.

In case you missed it

• The is touring the area. Check out our story to find out when it will be in Wentzville. 
• There will be lane closures . Be prepared for closed lanes each night. 
• Our Political Potpourri column looks at .

Coming up today

• The Wentzville Park Board will meet tonight. Look for details on the meeting at 9 a.m.
• Looking to lose weight in 2012? We'll have details on a program at SSM Healthcare for those serious about changing their dietary habits.
• It's Monday which means there will be a new Chowdown Showdown at 8 a.m. Don't forget to check back and add your two cents! 
• Patch was at at . Look for pictures at 6 p.m.

Around the web

• After last week's at , an autopsy has revealed that the man involved died at his own hands and was not shot by , according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.