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August 19, 2020

Dancing from a distance

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COMMUNITY VOICES

By Dr. Rance Thomas. Pg. 2 Hazelwood cancels Harvestfest due to coronavirus . Pg. 3 Eighth Annual Taste in Ferguson “Boxed”. Pg. 4 Emerson delivers over 6,000 STEM kits to local Missouri school districts in preparation for back-to-school . Pg. 5

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Saint Louis Ballet will stream its “This Is Who We Are” production, set to the music of J. S. Bach, Oct. 24 – 27 from their ballet studio.

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Saint Louis Ballet to hold virtual performances as the company looks to bring dance to audiences in spite of the COVID-19 pandemic

By Charlotte Beard The sports and entertainment industry has had some significant interruptions this year due to COVID-19, but they are finding various ways to overcome the obstacles.

Saint Louis Ballet is not immune to these obstacles, and they will be returning this fall and holiday season with two productions.

Saint Louis Ballet will stream its “This Is Who We Are” production, set to the music of J. S. Bach, Oct. 24 – 27 from their ballet studio. One complimentary ticket per household can be obtained on their website for the Oct. 24 - 7:30 p.m. streaming (https://www.stlouisballet.org). A link for the performance will be provided by the ballet and will be active four days. Patrons are also able to donate a gift of $10

to the Saint Louis Ballet during their online checkout.

“Our staff are continuously employed and (primarily) working remotely since the stay-at-home order (issued) in March,” stated Executive and Artistic Director Gen Horiuchi. “All of our professional dancers are on a summer break since May, but they will return to work for rehearsals and performances in September.”

Though the dancers will not perform before a live audience, Horiuchi is optimistic about the performances.

“Just like any other professional sports such as baseball and football this season,” stated Horiuchi, “we have not had a chance to perform without (a) live audience in the past, so it will be interesting to see how they

will do. But the professional dancers’ daily practice has no audience. I believe they will be (simply) fine.”

For as safety measures for the performances, Horiuchi stated that the production plans to have no more than three or four dancers in a studio at one time during class and rehearsals.

Horiuchi stated that pre-COVID-19, Saint Louis Ballet normally performs two to three performances for Valentine’s Day weekend, a spring series of four performances in April (Swan Lake was cancelled), a summer series of two performances at the Grandel Theater in May, and three to four October performances prior to December.

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‘DANCING’ from ‘cover Though the administrative staff have been able to continue work remotely, Saint Louis Ballet began a Dancers First – Critical Relief Fund to help with the impact to their performing artists (visit the website).

“Saint Louis Ballet is one of the few local performing arts organizations that employs a resident company of artists,” states leadership for the organization. “Our dancers have built their careers here in St. Louis, and they contribute greatly to the culture of our city - performing, teaching, mentoring and sharing their talents with young people at studios, schools and community centers throughout St. Louis. Our dancers are the heart and soul of Saint Louis Ballet - and they keep dance vibrant and alive in our region.”

Saint Louis Ballet will keep their annual tradition of performing the Nutcracker. Streaming will take place on Saturdays – Dec. 12 and Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. and Sundays – Dec. 13 and Dec. 20 at 2 p.m. from Touhill Performing Arts Center. This season’s performances will also include behind-the-scenes interviews. In addition, people who choose a VIP package will have the option of receiving the delivery of holiday treats from Butler’s Pantry as well as the opportunity to participate in an online auction and holiday boutique. Visit the ballet’s website for details on the coming availability of tickets and other Get your event or good news opportunities. published in Community News: “On the horizon in 2021 are ballets by renowned choemail your information in reographers such as George Balanchine, Twyla Tharp, Pecalendar and article formats to editor@mycnews.com. ter Martins, and Justin Peck – the Tony Award-winning dancer and choreographer who is choreographing the new ‘West Side Story’ film alongside Steven Spielberg,” stated Horiuchi. “Due to the uncertainties of COVID-19 and the challenges the pandemic imposes, we will wait to announce formats and details of the 2021 ballets.”

Photos courtesy Saint Louis Ballet Saint Louis Ballet will stream its “This Is Who We Are” production, set to the music of J. S. Bach, Oct. 24 – 27 from their ballet studio.

COMMUNITY VOICES

By Dr. Rance Thomas

Improving relationships between community and police in Florissant I would like to commend the Florissant Police Department for terminating Detective Joshua L. Smith from the police department so quickly for intentionally running into a non-threatening unarmed black man with an automobile and striking him while he was on the ground back in June. The department’s action took place more quickly than in many other departments from around the country.

Chief Timothy Fagan deserves a lot of credit for taking this action as quickly as he did. The detective’s behavior was truly unexpected and unacceptable. It was unexpected because North County Churches Uniting for Racial Harmony and Justice (NCCU) has been working with this department for approximately 20 years in helping it improve its relations with the community especially the African-American community.

It has been working with various chiefs of the department over those years including the late Mayor Robert Lowery when he was chief and his successors including the more recent Chief Timothy Lowery and now with the current Chief Timothy Fagan.

Since our first meeting with Chief Robert Lowery, the department was very cooperative and willing to make changes as necessary. For example, in the early days, at our suggestion, Lowery brought in a community

relation specialist to train officers on police community relations. It worked with NCCU and other police departments over the years to improve police community relations and has worked with the school districts in this effort.

In fact, since the Michael Brown killing and the riots in Ferguson, it has been working with our committee that consists of three pastors, four other police departments, the Superintendent of Hazelwood School District, a representative of the Ferguson-Florissant School District, a representative of the St. Louis County Prosecutor’s office, and several others in making changes to improve relations with the African-American community.

In fact, for the last five years, it has adopted NCCU’s Program of “Summons of Joy,” that takes place every Christmas season.

This program is highly publicized in the media, and it consists of NCCU receiving donations from some of its churches located in the city of Florissant. It purchases gift cards and give them to the Florissant Police Department to pass out to those they stop for minor violations, especially to those who appear to have a financial need. Instead of giving them tickets for the minor violations, they give them a warning and the gift cards, primarily to African-Americans.

They pass out between 45-98 cards each year for a total cost of over $30,000 over the last five years. The individuals who receive the gift cards love it and so do the police officers, because they receive many thanks and hugs that they have never received before. In fact, before the program begins, the police call and ask when the program will begin.

Therefore, this is why the behavior of the detective was so unexpected and definitely unacceptable. The department has been working very hard to improve its relations with the African-American community.

This one incident has done a great deal of damage to the image of the department and quickly terminating the officer was justified.

A fair investigation should be conducted and legal action should be taken against the detective if appropriate.

Dr. Rance Thomas is Professor Emeritus of Sociology/Criminal Justice and co-founder and President of North County Churches Uniting for Racial Harmony and Justice.

The opinions expressed in this column are the columnist’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.

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Winners named in the 10th annual St. Louis Teen Talent Competition finals

Hazelwood cancels Harvestfest due to coronavirus

On Aug. 10, the sixteen finalists of the St. Louis Teen Talent Competition from the St. Louis bi-state metro area competed in a special televised event broadcast on Nine PBS. Students vied for nearly $50,000 in college scholarships, cash awards and special prizes.

The distinguished panel of judges, performing arts professionals with careers spanning film, the recording industry, TV and Broadway, had the difficult job of judging the acts on interpretation, stage Submitted photo presence, technical ability and originality. Now in Kelsey Carnes, from Francis Howell North High School, won second place in the St. Louis Teen Talent its 10th year, this year the Competition for her original contemporary dance performance. competition winners were revealed for the first time during the Nine PBS broadcast.

First place was awarded to hip-hop dancer DemBari Taneh from Kirkwood High School who performed a self-choregraphed dance to “Got It Good.” DemBari received an $8,000 college scholarship, underwritten by Ameren Corporation Charitable Trust.

This year two acts tied for second place, Kelsey Carnes, from Francis Howell North High School, for her original contemporary dance performance; and tap dance group Barbapapa’s Groove, which included dancers Mackenzie Branson, Emma Bilzing, and Ja’La Stancil (Belleville East Hight School), Jenna Jelks (Belleville West High School), and Amariss Mueller (Freeburg Community High School).

Each second place act will receive a $6,000 scholarship, one underwritten by John Russell and one by the Fox Performing Arts Charitable Foundation.

The $4,000 scholarship provided by Sally Johnston for third place was awarded to contemporary dancer, Lexie Antolik from Columbia High School for her performance to “Half Light”. The $1,000 cash Audience Choice Award went to singer Kyle Rehme from Timberland High School.

The finalists’ acts were filmed in isolation on stage at the Fabulous Fox stage for this special program. The professionally produced show was written and directed by Tony Parise (Broadway actor, dancer, director, choreographer and St. Louis native). Acts were advised by musical director Stephen Neale (composer, conductor, pianist), and choreographer Yvonne Meyer Hare (Professional Dance Center).

Following the program viewers were invited to special After-Party streamed on foxpacf.org where they voted for the winner of the $1,000 cash Audience Choice Award. The After-Party was hosted by Teen Talent Emcee Ben Nordstrom who announced additional special awards and prizes awarded to finalists and semi-finalists. The announcement was followed by a return performance from Joanna Serenko, the 2019 St. Louis Teen Talent Competition winner, who performed her original piece “Best of Me” with her band. After her performance, Serenko joined the After-Party live to announce the winner of the Audience Choice Award to close out the celebration.

This special presentation was supported by Mary Strauss and Grand Center Arts Academy, providing the opportunity for the Final Competition to move forward after being postponed this spring and bringing the program a broader audience to experience the joy and magic these aspiring artists bring to the Fox stage.

Preregistration for the 11th Annual St. Louis Teen Talent Competition is now open.

Due to the ongoing complications stemming from the COVID-19 and coronavirus pandemic, the city of Hazelwood has made the difficult decision to cancel its Harvestfest for 2020.

St. Louis County has established a maximum limit of 50 persons for all events, regardless of whether the event is indoors or outdoors, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With this size limitation and with the increased possibility of transmission of the virus, the city cannot safely hold its annual Harvestfest this year.

This is the first time since its inception that the event has been canceled. The city waited as long as possible to determine if holding Harvestfest was feasible in the event the maximum crowd capacity was lifted or increased. With the small crowd size and proximity to the event, it is not practical to find entertainment, ride and food vendors, and the volunteers necessary to ensure a safe and enjoyable event.

The city plans to bring the event back in 2021.

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More than 35 local sculptures Florissant’s 2020 Electronic Recycle Event will promote wearing masks for deemed a success #MaskUpSTL The St. Louis Arts Chamber of Commerce (Arts Chamber), in partnership with more than 10 partner organizations, will install custom-made masks on more than 35 statues and sculptures throughout St. Louis City and County. In order to encourage mask wearing as a way to help combat the coronavirus pandemic, many of the very visible and visited pieces of public art around our region will don a St. Louis themed mask this fall.

“We are very excited to help facilitate this public awareness campaign to encourage everyone throughout greater St. Louis to wear masks and help mitigate the spread of COVID-19,” said Sandy Brooks, executive director of the Arts Chamber. “We hope these sculptures that residents and visitors of the region routinely visit or pass by in their daily commutes will serve as an example and reminder that we all need to work together to help combat the coronavirus by doing simple things - like wearing a mask!”

Local artists and volunteers will be fabricating custom masks that are individually designed to fit each statue and sculpture approved for this project. The Arts Chamber has been working with local suppliers to help obtain low-cost supplies for making the masks, and has applied for grant funding in the hopes of being able to compensate participating artists for their time and talent. Masks will be installed in late August and remain on display through Halloween.

As of the time of this release, the participating locations and partners include: Citygarden and other city-wide public art pieces maintained by the Gateway Foundation; Carl Milles’s “Meeting of the Waters” and Henry Kiener’s “Olympic Runner” through the City of St. Louis; sculptures throughout the campus of Washington University and St. Louis Children’s Hospital, facilitated by the faculty and students of the Sam Fox School of Design and Visual Arts; the Stan Musial statue and other figures throughout Busch Stadium and Ballpark Village; the “Jelly Baby” display at St. Louis Public Library Central; and pieces installed throughout the Delmar Loop. As additional partners are confirmed, the full list of locations can be found on the Arts Chamber website at www.stlouisartschamberofcommerce.org/maskupstl.

Businesses, organizations and municipalities with public art pieces that are willing to participate are encouraged to contact the Arts Chamber by Aug. 15. Artists and individuals interested in volunteering with this project are also welcomed! Please email MaskUpSTL@stlouisartschamberofcommerce.org.

Photo courtesy city of Florissant Pictured above are employees from MRC, Health and Street Department loading up recycle items that were received on the day of the electronic recycle event. More than 59,000 pounds of recycle items were received with more than seven trucks being filled.

This year’s electronic recycle event in Florissant was the largest attended and was once again an overwhelming success. An overflow of people came to the event to recycle electronic devices which included TVs, computer equipment, stereos and household appliances.

The event was originally scheduled for April but due to the COVID-19 pandemic had to be re-scheduled to Aug. 8. Midwest Recycling Center staffed the event with their employees and provided the necessary equipment which helped make this event another success.

Eighth Annual Taste in Ferguson “Boxed” What do you mean “Boxed?”

Since March of 2020, many things have changed as we continue to navigate through the effects of COVID-19.

Events having large gatherings of people have taken on a different look, so has the Taste in Ferguson.

You have always enjoyed great food from an array of vendors at the Taste in Ferguson event. Well you still can this year! You are going to enjoy their same great food individually packaged and served in a

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large box. Instead of coming to the Savoy and walking up to the food vendor’s tent, you will be driving up to the Savoy and receiving a large box filled with 15 delicious freshly prepared sample size servings from our local food vendors. Hence, the Eighth Annual Taste in Ferguson will be served “Boxed!”

This year’s Taste event has a dual purpose. As always, The Robbie McGartland and Samantha Lipka Memorial Scholarship Funds will continue to provide scholarships to our local grade school and high school youth. Your support will also be helping local food vendors. Many of them have faced challenging times this year and unfortunately, a few core restaurants have had to close their businesses. In past years, food vendors provided most of their food for free. This year a portion of each ticket sold will be coving their food cost.

Food vendors this year are Paul’s Market, Red’s, Mann Meats, Adam’s Smokehouse, Drake’s Place, Just Chicken, Helfer’s, Papa Murphy’s, Amore Pizza, Pho Long, Sam’s Club, Cupcake Fetish and Made. by Lia. Event Food Box pick up will be Sept. 13, from 4-6 p.m. at the Savoy Banquet Center at 119 S

Florissant Road in Ferguson.

There are three levels of tickets: • Taste Sampler Box: $35 with samples from every vendor includes a soda or water.

• Taste Sampler Box Plus: $50 with samples from every vendor includes a soda or water plus special gift.

• Taste Sampler VIP Experience: $125 with samples from every vendor, unlimited beer, wine, soda & water, special gift, reserved parking behind the Savoy and music to enjoy.

Limited tickets will be sold.

The VIP Experience begins at 3 p.m. on Sept. 13. Social distancing requirements will be followed.

Tickets are on sale at Paul’s Market, Robinwood Automotive, Saturday mornings at the Farmers Market and online at thetasteinferguson.com.

Online you will find a 50/50 raffle and your donations are always welcome.

Come on out, pick up “The Taste in a Box” and enjoy some great food in the comfort of your own home all while supporting our local youth and food vendors.

For more details and the latest updates visit us at thetasteinferguson.com.

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Emerson delivers over 6,000 STEM kits to local Missouri school districts in preparation for back-to-school Last week, Emerson delivered thousands of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) activity kits to elementary and middle schools in the Ferguson-Florissant and Jennings school districts in north St. Louis County, near the company’s world headquarters. Students and families in those districts will be able to pick up their own STEM activity kits from their schools as they prepare for a school year that incorporates more learning outside the classroom than ever before.

The donation is part of Emerson’s “We Love STEM” initiative, now in its sixth year, and the STEM kits are meant to provide students with hands-on learning experiences despite the challenges of remote learning due to COVID-19.

Each kit includes step-by-step tutorials, packaged with all of the supplies needed to conduct a series of three different STEM-related experiments. The kits were assembled by Project CU Inc., which provides employment to individuals with disabilities.

“Our sixth annual STEM survey showed that nine out of 10 parents said hands-on experiences and experiments boosted their child’s interest in math and science, but fewer than four in 10 parents have been able to do these hands-on experiences in the remote learning environment,” said Emerson President Mike Train. “It is critical to

support our community as parents and teachers navigate the beginning of a challenging school year. We are committed to being a good neighbor and hope these STEM activity kits will help children continue building their love of STEM.” From studying pressure to sound waves, elementary students will have the opportunity to conduct STEM studies using cups, string, paper, pingpong balls and spools. Middle school students will have an added challenge as they conduct structural integrity and energy studies using gumdrops, toothpicks, spoons, popsicle sticks, rubber bands and more. Instructions for the activities using common household items will be made available for families everywhere on Emerson’s dedicated STEM hub.

Emerson has had a long-standing commitment to educating and inspiring the next generation of engineers and leaders. In fiscal 2019, Emerson and the Emerson Charitable Trust contributed over $8 million in support of education programs and activities in the United States. Since 2015, the company’s “We Love STEM” campaign has brought fun, engaging educational content on key STEM topics to students and provided insights through an annual survey on STEM perceptions. For more information, visit Emerson. com/WeLoveSTEM.

A new Jennings School District organization structure, promotions, and a first in JSD history On Aug. 3, Superintendent of School, Dr. Art McCoy recommended and the Jennings School District (JSD) Board of Directors unanimously approved a new organizational structure for the district.

Within this action, the JSD Board of Directors unanimously approved the promotion of Dr. Vernice Hicks-Prophet as Assistant Superintendent of JSD and Stephanie Alexander as the first Chief Human Resources Officer and Federal Programs of JSD. This action is an acknowledgment of the excellent leadership, stellar service and positive environment promoted within Jennings School District and beyond by these two professionals.

Alexander will oversee all JSD professional development, human resources, federal programs, early childhood and extended program, and support other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools. In addition to Alexander being the first Jennings School District employee of any race, gender, creed (including JSD alumni status) to hold the title of “Chief Human Resources Officer” and “Chief Human Resources and Federal Programs Officer,” she was recently named the first African-American President of Missouri Association of School Personnel Administrators (MOASPA).

Hicks-Prophet helped each JSD Focus School to reach a successful status as the Focus School Supervisor, led the elementary schools to greater

achievements, oversaw districtwide parent concerns, Jennings Galas and Jamborees multiple years resulting in tremendous growth, and more.

As assistant superintendent, Hicks-Prophet will oversee all elementary schools and programs, PLCs and curriculum, and support district hearings as the District Hearing Officer, and other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools. Since the 2019-2020 school year, Ann Shaw served as the Head of Woodland Elementary School (Grades PreK-3) and will continue to do so under Hicks-Prophet’s direction as the head unit administrator.

Rhonda Key, as assistant superintendent, will oversee all secondary schools and programs from Jennings Senior High as its head unit administrator, PLCs and curriculum, and support the Facilities and Student Services Departments, and other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools.

Dr. Herman Harris, JSD Warrior and District Hearing Officer/JETS Administrator, has retired effective July 31. Dr. Miranda Ming, 2019-20 JSH Principal, and Constance Robinson, SSD Coordinator, have transitioned from Jennings School District as well. The district leadership team, including Dr. Chad Lent, SSD Director, will be serving the Jennings School District as needed and supporting the work related to these roles.

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Assistance League of St. Louis Virtual Authors Brunch featured acclaimed author

Submitted photo Assistance League of St. Louis President Dawn Thomas (right) and Debbie McConnell, who chaired Assistance League’s annual Authors Brunch, show off the novels written by the event’s featured author, Melanie Benjamin.

Assistance League of St. Louis annual Authors Brunch featured a virtual conversation with author Melanie Benjamin. The books were on sale at the Aug. 8 event – one of the organization’s two major fundraisers.

Established more than 30 years ago, Assistance League provides everything from new school uniforms, books and shoes to deserving school children to clothing and personal care items for those seeking protection in shelters. The 2020 Authors Brunch attracted interested readers who heard a lively and informative virtual discussion from the author.

Those who joined the event also participated in drawings for beautiful opportunity baskets filled with restaurant gift cards, jewelry, cooking tools, designer accessories, personal pampering goodies and the ever-popular money tree.

Melanie Benjamin is the author of the New York Times and USAToday bestselling historical novels, the “Swans of Fifth Avenue,” about Truman Capote and his society swans, and “The Aviator’s Wife” about Anne Morrow Lindbergh. Her novels have been translated in over 15 languages, featured in national magazines such as Good Housekeeping, People, and Entertainment Weekly, and optioned for film.

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Senior Living

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Strengthen mental health by embracing culture One in five U.S. adults experience mental illness each year, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, and adult African Americans are 20% more likely to experience mental health issues compared to the general population.

“The factors that cause or exacerbate mental illness are often found in higher numbers among

minorities,” said Dr. Rufus Spann, chief clinical officer with Henry Health, a culturally sensitive mental health organization.

“Tackling this problem requires a unique understanding of cultural differences.”

Organizations like Henry Health make access to mental health care accessible and convenient for minorities, removing

barriers to seeking treatment.

The organization offers culturally intentional care delivered by practitioners equipped to treat any population dealing with emotional and mental health issues, and believes effective care follows three essential principles: it puts culture first, is evidence based and is built on best practices.

This means culture and life experiences are at the center of therapy. Patients can expect their narratives will be not only heard and acknowledged, but also put into perspective to help gain a greater understanding of their experiences.

Research shows therapists whose patients perceive them as having cultural humility deliver improved therapy outcomes. That’s why Henry Health therapists complete training that equips them with the skills needed to effectively address issues of race, ethnicity, class and culture. A scientifically validated tool measures therapists’ cultural responsiveness and provides education and coaching to improve their cultural humility.

In addition to cultural considerations, therapy involves the noted clinical best practices of cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma-informed care.

Cognitive behavior therapy is a widely used therapeutic technique that has lasting impacts on mental health outcomes while trauma-informed care ensures patients have access to safe spaces to examine, process and transcend trauma.

Getting Started: It’s normal to be unsure or hesitant about trying therapy. Some organizations even offer free 15-minute consultations so you can speak with a therapist before officially registering.

When you are ready to start therapy, the process is usually simple. For example, through Henry Health, you begin with an online registration form, receive an email matching you with a therapist, login to the member portal to schedule an appointment and join your session from the convenience of a phone, tablet or computer.

Visit henry-health.com for more information or to register.

Common Stressors: Culturally responsive care can help improve a variety of stressors, including: Anger, Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Domestic violence, Family and relationships, Money and finances, Race and racism, Health and illness, Jobs and career, Grief and loss, Substance use, Anxiety, Depression.

Live to Thrive: Working constantly to get ahead without regard to the impact on your body, mind or productivity may produce the results you desire in the short-term, but the long-term implications are typically less favorable. Shifting your focus from the familiar grind to your mental well-being is a process you can tackle one step at a time.

Get started with these tips from Men Thrive, a digital community designed by Black men for Black men that focuses on providing the tools they need to thrive rather than simply survive.

Check In: Be honest with yourself about how and what you’re feeling. Acknowledge your feelings even if you can’t name them. It can be more powerful than you may think. Then schedule a wellness call to assess your current quality of mental and physical health.

Talk to Your Tribe: Decide what you need from the people closest to you and be that to them. Identify a moment you would normally say, “I’m good” when you’re actually not and talk about what’s on your mind.

Be honest if you don’t know what to do with what you feel and acknowledge that you’re tired of ignoring it, bottling it in and feeling the pressure.

Seek Culturally Responsive Advice: Seek information and advice from an expert, like a therapist, who has professional and cultural intelligence that relates to your experiences and story. Research shows treatment outcomes greatly improve when cultural and historical knowledge are included in the approach to care.

Engage in the Process: Place your focus on showing up whole, operating with joy and living with power. Aggressively pursue actions required to achieve a thriving lifestyle.

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Join a Community: A sense of community is essential to improving your mental health.

A resource like Men Thrive can give you access to a community and a set of powerful self-mastery tools such as live segments, podcasts and guided meditation.

Explore more advice and resources at MenThrive.com.

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St. Louis Regional Freightway strengthens commitment to providing business leaders information on development ready sites On Aug. 7, The St. Louis Regional Freightway launched the expanded Featured Real Estate Sites Map section of its website, which features a wealth of information about the bi-state St. Louis region’s growing real estate market with its abundance of warehouse/distribution buildings and land sites ready for all types of industrial and corporate users. The new tool is another offering from St. Louis Regional Freightway, which is committed to being the source of up-to-date information for the entire industrial market as it works to provide both marketing for active sites and accurate listings for interested parties.

The Featured Real Estate Sites Map section at www.thefreightway.com/real-estate/ provides a unique look at the region and pulls data from both the Illinois and Missouri sides of the Mississippi River. Sites span from the city of St. Louis and multiple surrounding counties in the bi-state area and include opportunities at two airports.

“The goal is to collaborate between municipalities, counties, and cities in the St. Louis region and market the entire St. Louis MSA as an active, business-focused, growth-ready region primed for further industrial development,” said Mary Lamie, head of the St. Louis Regional Freightway and Executive Vice President of Multi Modal Enterprises at Bi-State Development.

The availability of large, padready, industrial development sites is important for developers and users that have immediate needs and expansion requirements. The St. Louis Regional Freightway site is tracking 37 sites with more than 8,000-plus acres available for development. These sites are actively updated with site information, pricing changes, and accurate contact information to make it easy for anyone searching for potential operation locations. Data is compiled through communication with brokers and developers around the region and also from third party property databases. It is provided without cost to property owners, brokers, and de-

velopers because the St. Louis Regional Freightway knows the data is valuable and having it easily accessible to national site selectors and business leaders results in positive growth for the St. Louis region. The website is regularly updated with new sites added, when needed.

Sites included on the website must all meet the following criteria: the developable land is 20 acres or larger; the site is being actively marketed; existing structures are modern bulk buildings (minimum 24’ clear height); the location has access to a major transportation highway, rail spur (or rail potential), seaport access, or runway access; and, lastly, that entitlements and utilities are in place.

“People want to be able to go to one website and gather information about a market,” said Allison Gray, Vice President, Steadfast City Economic & Community Partners. “The St. Louis Regional Freightway not only provides comprehensive information about the St. Louis industrial market, but it also is dedicated to providing accurate real estate sites information.

You can easily find available sites and see who you should contact for more information.

It makes gathering market data easy, and it’s great to know that people can reach out to the St. Louis Regional Freightway for additional information whenever needed.”

This aerial view of Earth City shows plots of land that are available for development.

The sites are all located in the bi-state St. Louis region, which is becoming increasingly recognized as business focused and perfectly situated to help companies both large and small, seeking a single location with global access. The region is suited for operations ranging from a global headquarters to manufacturing operations to distribution hubs to call centers or service centers at a cost-effective level. It allows companies to find the right spots for every branch of their company in a single region while having a global reach. The abundance

of developable land makes it easy to get a site selected, construction started, and operations commenced.

“St. Louis not only has the places and the people that companies need to grow but also all has the logistical advantages of being in the middle of it all, which allows easy access to their supply chain,” said Gray.

“The Real Estate section of the St. Louis Regional Freightway website is the best spot to find all of the up-to-date information for industrial sites across the entire region.”

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R&S Machining, Inc., agrees that the new online resource is a tremendous asset for those seeking a location to site or expand and business.

“Site selection is based on market knowledge and the best decisions are made when you have access to accurate data,” said Roderick. “Knowing that there is a site dedicated to the St. Louis freight and distribution market that will have the latest real estate sites information is incredibly helpful. Accurate contact information makes the process of finding the right spot much easier.”

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Weekdays: Food pantry volunteers needed

The Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry is in need of ongoing adult volunteers to sort food, stock shelves and shop with clients. Two-to-four hour shifts are available, Monday-Friday 8:45 a.m.-3:45 p.m. To learn more or to join this fun group, contact Chelsey Banaskavich at 314-513-1674 or cban-

Seeking greeters, appointment schedulers, and tax preparers to assist older adults in the St. Louis County Tax Filing Program. Training and mileage reimbursement is provided. For more information and to start the volunteer application process, contact the County Older Resident Programs and ask for Mike Nickel at 314-615-4021.

The St. Louis County Older Resident Programs need volunteer drivers who live in St. Louis County to give a few hours during the day to provide transportation to and from doctor’s appointments for our senior residents of St. Louis County that lives near you! No weekends and mileage reimbursement is available. Call today at 314-615-4516.

Mondays: TOPS meeting

Come, join and take off those extra pounds. T.O.P.S.=Take Off Pounds Sensibly has meetings on Monday nights at 7 p.m. (weigh in begins at 6:35 p.m.) 9135 Shelley Avenue, Overland, MO 63114. (Entrance is in the back on East Milton). TOPS is a very inexpensive way to lose weight.

You may visit a meeting for free. Any questions please call Dan Agee at 314540-5223.

Mondays: Choral Arts Singers practice

Choral Arts Singers resume practice on Mondays, at 7 p.m. at Transfiguration Episcopal Church, 1860 Lake St. Louis Blvd. in Lake St. Louis. New singers are welcome. Auditions are not required. See www.concertarts.org.

Mondays: City council meetings

City of Pine Lawn holds regular city council meetings at city hall at 6250 Steve Marre Ave. in Pine Lawn on the second Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. The meetings are open to the public.

Mondays: Workshop meetings

City of Pine Lawn holds regular workshop meetings at city hall at 6250 Steve Marre Ave. in Pine Lawn on the fourth Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. The meetings are open to the public.

Mondays: A cappella singers

All men who like to sing are invited to come sing with us, The Men of Harmony. We practice every Monday night at 7 p.m. at 5500 Parker Road which is the first house on Uthe Lane.

We sing four-part harmony a capella (without accompaniment). We sing some traditional songs, as well as show tunes and more contemporary music. We do perform for the public at various functions. Persons interested can come right on in or for more information call Al at 314-993-6134.

Mondays: Korean War Veterans Association meeting

If you had military service in Korea between Sept. 3, 1945 and the present you are cordially invited to a meeting of Chapter 4, North County Korean War Veterans Association. Meetings take place at the VFW Post 4105 at 410 St. Francois in Florissant on the second Monday of the month, starting at 7 p.m. For more information contact Walter Kaiser at 314-921-2132.

For a limited period the Chapter will pay for your life membership.

Mondays-Thursdays: Volunteers

needed

Community Action Agency of St. Louis County is in need of volunteers to stock shelves, sort food shipments and pack bags for Food Pantry Clients Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. Two to four hour shifts are available. If you are interested, please contact Cheryl Piece at 314-446-4440 or cpiece@caastlc.org for additional information.

Tuesdays: A cappella singers

The Gentlemen of Sound are looking for men who like to sing or want to learn. They practice Tuesdays at Lady of the Pillar school at 401 S. Lindbergh from 7 – 9 p.m. They try to do public events monthly. Always looking for new members. Come by or call Charlie at 314-954-1121.

Tuesdays: Chair Zumba

Chair Zumba every Tuesday from 2:15 – 3 p.m. at The Bridge At Florissant at 1101 Garden Plaza Dr. (Parker @ Arlington). For more information call 314-831-0988.

Tuesdays: Celebrate Recovery

Celebrate Recovery Tuesday meetings take place at 6 p.m. with a Saturday Bible Study at 9 a.m. at LifePoint Church at 424 Graham Rd. in Florissant. For more information visit www.lifepointministries.church/celebrate-recovery or call (men) Steve D. at 636-634-6582 or (women) Denise W. at 530-417-6151.

Tuesdays: Choir rehearsals

The St. Louis Chordinals, a women’s a cappella chorus, rehearse every Tuesday evening from 7 - 9:30 p.m. at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church at 12397 Natural Bridge Rd. in Bridgeton (next to the Bridgeton Government Center). For more information call Linda at 314-839-3495 or visit stlouischordinals.org.

Tuesdays: Vietnam Veterans Association meeting

Chapter 794 Vietnam Veterans Association meets on the third Tuesday of each month at VFW Post 4105 at 410 St. Francois in Florissant. Meetings start at 7 p.m. For more information contact Walter Kaiser at 314-9212132. For a limited period the Chapter will pay for your life membership.

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From 9:15 - 10:30 a.m. located at John F. Kennedy Center/Henry Koch Ctr., Howdershell Rd. at Charbonier Rd., Florissant. For more info contact Paul McConnell, 314-831-5476.

2nd Tuesday Sept.-June: Showme Stitchers:

Show-me Stitchers is the local chapter of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America. We meet on the second Tuesday, Sept.-June at 6:30 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 14088 Clayton Road, Chesterfield, MO. Learn needlepoint, embroidery, cross stitch, and more.

Every 4th Tuesday of the month:

Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335 meeting

6:30pm, Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335, at the Bellefontaine Neighbors Community Center at 9669 Bellefontaine Rd. Those interested in membership are invited to attend.

Every Tuesday: Bingo Evening at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316

Doors at 4:30 p.m., games begin at 6pm, Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. For more information, call 314921-2316.

Wednesdays: Bingo

Bingo takes place every Wednesday at American Legion Post 338 at 9655 Midland Blvd. in Overland. Doors open at 5 p.m. For more information contact Chairman Ed Hilleman at 314-660-1813.

Wednesdays: Bingo

Life Care Center of Bridgeton, at 12145 Bridgeton Square in Bridgeton, welcome all to Community Bingo every last Wednesday of the month at 2:30 p.m. Light refreshment will be served. Please RVSP at 314-298-7444 with the month you will attend and number of people attending.

Wednesdays: TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets from 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrews United Methodist Church at 3975 N. Hwy 67 in Florissant. For more information contact Norma at 314-306-4731.

Every Wednesday: Bingo Morning at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316

Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant.

Doors at 7:30 a.m., games begin at 9:30 a.m. For more information, call 314-921-2316.

Bridgeton Trails Library Branch Programs:

3455 McKelvey Rd., St. Louis, 314994-3300. Story Time: Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. 9 months to 2 yrs. Room 1 (Lap Time); Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

Ages 3–5. Room 2; Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. Ages 3–5. Room 1.

Florissant Senior Citizens’ Bingo Clubs: 314-839-7604.

Every 1st Wednesday of the Month: Stroke Support Group 3-4 p.m., Center for Senior Renewal, Detrick Building 1st floor, 11133 Dunn Rd. For more information, contact Jamie Stevens at 314-653-5331.

Thursdays: Bingo

Community Bingo at the Bridge At Florissant, at 1101 Garden Plaza Drive (intersection of Parker and Arlington) takes place on the third Thursday of each month starts at 2 p.m. There will be snacks and prizes. For more information call 314-831-0988.

www.mycnews.com • Community News – St. Louis County • August 19, 2020 Thursdays: Quilting guild

Every third Thursday of the month the Flower Valley Quilting Guild meets at 7 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church at 123 Carson Road in Ferguson.

Thursdays: checks

Blood

pressure

Free blood pressure checks monthly at Life Care Center of Florissant at 1201 Garden Plaza Dr. (off Parker Rd.) in Florissant every third Thursday of the month. Call 831-3752 for more information.

Thursdays: meeting

Women’s

chorus

Every Thursday City Voices Chorus, a women’s chorus singing four-part a cappella harmony, meets at Church of the Good Shepherd at 1166 S. Mason Rd. in St. Louis. Members come from the entire bi-state region. Call Marcia at 636-274-0723 for more information or visit www.cityvoiceschorus.org.

Fridays: Fish fry

A fish fry takes place every Friday at American Legion Post 338 at 9655 Midland Blvd. in Overland from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information contact Chairman Ed Hilleman at 314-660-1813.

Every Friday: Our Lady of Fatima #4429 Knights of Columbus Bingo

6:45 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 1216 Teson Rd. in Hazelwood. For more information call 314-731-9330.

Every 3rd Friday of the month: Bingo 2 p.m., Life Care Center of Florissant, 1201 Garden Plaza Dr. For more information, call 314-831-3752.

Saturdays: Yoga

Yoga returns to Calvary UCC at 2501 Hartland Avenue, on Saturdays from 10:30-11:30. Masks and social distancing are required in the building and participants should bring hand sanitizer with them. For further information call Angela at 314-801-8594.

Saturdays: Toastmasters meeting

Everyone is welcome to attend Toastmasters Saturdays 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Normandy United Methodist Church at 8001 Natural Bridge Road (across from UMSL). For more info call 314402-7025.

Saturdays: Free walk-in clinic

Salam Clinic at St. Peter’s United Church of Christ at 1425 Stein Road at West Florissant in Ferguson is a free walk-in clinic open Saturdays from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. The clinic is jointly sponsored by the Muslim Community of St. Louis (MCSL) and St. Peter’s United Church of Christ to provide basic adult medical screening, treatment and referrals free of charge for the uninsured. For more information or if you would be interested in volunteering, please call 314-521-5694 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday or visit www.stpeterschurch.org

Saturdays: Clothing sale

On the second Saturday of each month Bethany-Peace UCC at 11952

Bellefontaine Rd. in St. Louis County hosts a clothing sale from 9 - 11 a.m.

For sale are used clothing and shoes, some household items, books and toys. Fill your bag for $1.

Saturdays: Grief support

On the fourth Saturday of each month, grief support meeting “A Way With Words Ministry” meets at 12:30 p.m. at Community Christ Fellowship, rear, at 121 Williams Blvd. in Hazelwood, 1/4 mile south of Hwy 270 off Florissant Rd. There are a variety of topics monthly. You are not alone. Come help your heart heal with others. For more information call 314-605-3949.

Every Fourth Saturday’s Writer’s Workshop 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at Baden Library, at 8448 Church Rd. For more information call 314-388-2400.

Sundays: Meat shoot

Come and enjoy the meat shoots at American Legion Post 4445 located on 17090 Old Jamestown Rd. between Sinks Rd. and Lindbergh starting noon Sept. 15 thru Nov. 17; and in the spring, Feb. 2 thru March 8 rain or shine. Great meat prizes awarded.

Sundays: AMVETS meat shoot

Sundays in September through April, AMVETS Post 55, located on 8842 Natural Bridge Rd. in Bel-Ridge will be hosting meat shoots with practice beginning at 11 a.m. and rounds starting at noon. Shooters must be 18 or older and will shoot #9’s with no bull barrels or scopes and 675 minimum chokes. The shooting area is indoors and food and drink are available in the club room. For more information, contact 314-630-2671 or 314-330-7269.

Sundays: meeting

Jennings

Do-Dads

The Jennings Do-Dads hold meetings every third Sunday of the month (except June which is the second Sunday and no meeting in December) at 1 p.m. at Classics Bar & Grill at 11601 West Florissant Avenue. Those interested in membership are invited to attend. For more information visit www.jenningsdodads.org.

CHURCH Tuesdays & Thursdays: Chapel of the Cross Lutheran Church GriefShare Support Group Tuesdays from 2 - 4pm and Thursday from 6:30 - 8:30pm, 11645 Benham Rd., 314-741-3737

HEALTH Every Mon. & Tues.: Healthy Meal Replacement (HMR) Program Orientation

Mondays: 6–7pm Tuesdays: Noon– 1pm SSM DePaul Wellness Center.

Attend a free orientation to learn: the Five Success Variables needed to lose weight, different diet options available and how important physical activity really is. Please call to register at 1-877-477-6954.

Every Monday-Friday: Evening Front Desk Volunteers Needed

4-7pm, Christian Hospital, 1225 Graham Rd. in Florissant. For more information, please contact Lee Shields at 314-653-5032.

1st Tuesday of Every Month: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Meeting

Meeting to be held at Sarah Care of Bridgeton Adult Day Center 11977 St. Charles Rock Road, Suite 121-124, Bridgeton, MO 63044. Join our Support Group for Mutual, Emotional Support and Education. You are not alone. For information, contact Deborah Mabrie at 314-291-5210 or Ferd Fetsch at 314-291-3021 Email: dbland@sarahcare.com ferdfetsch@ sbcglobal.net.

Every third Tuesday of every month: Grief Support Group sponsored by DePaul Hospital

11:30am-1pm, Maryland Hgts. Comm.

Ctr., 2300 McKelvey Rd. For more information, call 314-344-6873.

Wednesdays: ACES Schizophrenia Support Group 6:30 - 7:30pm, 314-839-3171.

Sundays: Alcoholics Anonymous Group 109 11th floor conference room at Christian Hospital, 10am, 11133 Dunn Road.

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SSM Cancer Care at DePaul Health Center, 12303 DePaul Drive. Radiation OncologyBridgeton. Attend a great makeup session sponsored by the American Cancer Society. A licensed cosmetologist teaches a session of scarf tying, shows a parade of hats, and provides each participant with a makeup kit.

Light refreshments are served. Info: 314-344-6090.

SilverSneakers Senior Wellness Program at the Maryland Heights Centre

A fun, energizing program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity and offering social events. A Silver Sneakers membership includes access to the city’s Fitness Centre with stateof-the-art fitness equipment and circuit training. Membership is available at little or no cost through your health plan. To find out if you are eligible, visit www.silversneakers.com or call 314738-2599.

Smoking Cessation Classes:

Free ongoing 8-week sessions, 866-SSM-DOCS to register or for more information.

SSM DePaul Wellness Center: SUDOKU answers from page F-1

Classes available on strength training, nutrition and smoking cessation, 314344-6177

Free Mammogram Screenings:

SSM Health Care free mammogram screenings to women who have no health insurance. Appointments at 300 First Capitol Drive in St. Charles and SSM St. Joseph Hospital West, 100 Medical Plaza in Lake Saint Louis, 636-9475617

Speaker’s Bureau:

SSM speakers available for organizations, clubs, community and church groups for up to one hour free of charge, 636-949+7159

ONGOING SUPPORT GROUPS Sundays: Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse 6:30 - 8pm, 7401 Delmar Ave. in University City, 314-993-5421.

First and Third Tuesdays: Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse 12:30 - 2 p.m., 320 Forsyth Blvd., Clayton, 314-968-3477.

CROSSWORD answers from page F-4

Diabetes Basics:

314-344-7024 for info or 314-344-7220 to enroll.

Crisis Nursery:

Committed to preventing child abuse and neglect, the Crisis Nursery provides short-term, safe havens to children, birth through age 12, whose families are faced with an emergency or crisis. Care is available year-round and serves families throughout the greater St. Charles region. 24-hour helpline: 314-768-3201. Or 636-947-0600, www. crisisnurserykids.org

Center for Senior Renewal:

Day treatment programs for older adults dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, loss and early signs of dementia, 314-653-5123.

Nutrition Education:

SSM DePaul registered dieticians can help you make sure your diet is right for you, 314-344-6157.

Christian Hospital Recovery Center:

Outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment for adults, 314-9538100.

Volunteers Needed at Christian Hospital: Call 314-653-5032 Nicotine Anonymous

Nicotine Anonymous is a 12 Step Program, free and available to all seeking recovery from nicotine addiction based on principals of AA. Only requirement is a desire to stop using nicotine. Voluntary contributions are accepted. For further info call 314-822-2066 or visit www.Nicotine-Anonymous.org.

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Sports you see with Gary B...

Ambush announce dance team for 2021 The St. Louis Ambush play in the Major Arena Soccer League with home games at the Family Arena in St. Charles.

After a shortened 2020 season, the team is hopefully looking to get the league started in a few months. Several additions and signings

have happened over the past months to make the team even better and more competitive.

Majority owners Shelly and Will Clark and co-owner Jeff Locker have been very busy in these unusual times to complete all the changes.

In the mean time, the team has compiled the new Bombshells Dance Team members for 2021.

The Veteran young ladies include: Ashley P., Leshay M., Megan S., Shayla G., Zoe S., Kate W., Elizabeth E. and Joll W. The rookies that will be part of the squad will be: Molly L., Michelle S., Bailey W., Miku T. and Madelyn S. For more information go to www.

STLAmbush.com * Look forward to see the team in action as well Volleyball team at Lindenwood excel on court and in classroom Lindenwood University women’s volleyball has received the 2019-20 USMC/AVCA Team Academic Award for the program’s excellence, both on the court and in their studies. The award is presented to women’s volleyball teams that finish the academic year with a team GPA of 3.30 or higher.

Several student-athletes, as well as the team itself, have secured academic honors over the course of 2019-20. The team was awarded the 2019-20 GEICO Team Academic All-GLVC for achieving higher than a 3.30 GPA throughout the academic year.

Hannah Borchelt, Laura Brookman, Kaitlyn Chan, Emma Engelbrecht, Kat Finnerty, Jenna Garrett, Annalise Harry, Jessica Hausdorf, Taylor Mooers, Alexa Pressley, Mariah Ross, Maider Sancho, Makenna Schmitt, Mackenzi Sifuentes, Haley Sigel, Sarah Stretch, Abby Vulich, Sara Wagenknecht, and Kelly Wilson were all recipients of the 2019-20 GEICO Academic All-GLVC individual honor.

Borchelt, Brookman, Engelbrecht, Fin-

nerty, Harry, Schmitt, Vulich, and Wagenknecht all secured 2019-20 Brother James Gaffney Distinguished Scholar honors, which is presented to student-athletes who complete the academic year with a 4.0 GPA. For more info go to www.LindenwoodLions.com. * Athletic and smart O’Fallon Hoots Baseball completes short season The Hoots play in the Prospect Wood Bat League with home games at the CarShield Field in O’Fallon.

Out of the 13 teams in the league, six of them played a shorten season from July 2 to Aug. 14.

Terri’s Networking Group had the opportunity to see a double header last Wednesday sharing in all the excitement of baseball with many other Hoots fans.

Social distancing was achieved all evening with all the fans in the seats and at the concession stands.

Much thanks go out to General Manager David Schmoll and his crew for organizing the event that many really need during these unusual time in life.

Group experience manager Jake McGillicuddy coordinated Terri’s group to perfection by handling the many tickets and wristbands among the group.

Look forward to seeing the O’Fallon Hoots in 2021 with their exiting players and many family events each game.

For more information go to www.OfallonHoots.com * Great time had by all

Gary Baute, a St. Louis native, may be educated in business but he lives and breathes sports. As a fan or an athlete, Gary is all sports all the time. He hosted a radio sports program on KFNS, emceed the River City Rascals’ inaugural season, among many other activities. I am currently hosting a Health show on 97.1 FM, ‘Prime Time Health’ www.PrimeTimeSTL.com.

It broadcasts Saturday nights at 8 and Sunday mornings at 9.

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Recipe:

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Skillet Macaroni and Cheese Recipe courtesy of Katie Serbinski of “Mom to Mom Nutrition” on behalf of Milk Means More Prep time: 5 minutes | Cook time: 25 minutes | Servings: 4-6

Ingredients: 1 cup dried elbow macaroni 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped 1 package (5 ounces) semisoft cheese with garlic and fine herbs 1 1/2 cups fat-free milk 1 tablespoon flour 1 teaspoon hot sauce 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 2 cups fresh baby spinach 1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes Cook 6-8 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink.

Directions: Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain.

Heat large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil, chicken and onion.

Reduce heat to medium. Stir in semisoft cheese. Gradually add milk and flour.

Continue stirring and cooking until mixture is thickened and bubbly.

Reduce heat to low. Add hot sauce, cheddar cheese and cooked macaroni.

Cook and stir 1-2 minutes until cheese is melted. Stir in spinach.

Top with cherry tomatoes and serve.

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Third ‘Tron’ movie waits for a greenlight

Movie:

By Steve Bryan

Born and raised in South St. Louis, Steve Bryan is now based in Anaheim, California, and has been allowed access to movie and television sets to see actors and directors at work. Though his writing has taken him far from St. Louis, Steve is, at heart, still the same wide-eyed kid who spent countless hours watching classic movies at neighborhood theaters.

Deadline recently reported that Garth Davis, director of 2016’s compelling “Lion,” is slated to direct the next film in the “Tron” franchise. Davis’ film, which was based on real-life events, tells the story of Saroo, a five-yearold Indian boy who helps his brother find food for their family. After being separated from his sibling, he tries to return home, but no one recognizes the name of his village. Saroo is later adopted by an Australian couple and, as an adult, he searches in earnest for his mother and brother using modern technology.

“Lion” and its theme of being lost and then found makes Davis an appropriate choice to direct the next “Tron.” Capitalizing on the popularity of video games and arcades, the bulk of the original 1982 film took place inside a computer. Jeff Bridges plays Kevin Flynn, a software engineer at ENCOM who plans to start his own line of video games. A jealous colleague steals his work and rises in the company while Flynn finds himself out of a job.

Making a living by running an arcade, Flynn hacks into the large corporate mainframe

son who is a primary ENCOM shareholder. Kevin Flynn disappeared years earlier and Sam wants to find out what happened to him.

A pager message leads Sam to his father’s arcade and he, like his dad, is transported inside a computerized world.

“Tron: Legacy” arrived in theaters just in time for the 2010 holiday season. I joined a group of enthusiastic fans for a midnight show‘Tron: Legacy’ photo courtesy Walt Disney Pictures ing and was impressed with the continuation of the original storyline. Jeff Bridges but is blocked by an artificial intelligence called played both Kevin Flynn and Clu, a computer the Master Control Program (MCP). With the program that was created in Flynn’s image. Olhelp of his friends Alan (Bruce Boxleitner) and ivia Wilde joined the cast as Quorra, a member Dr. Lora Baines (Cindy Morgan), he gets direct of a race of spontaneously generated computer access to the mainframe, but the MCP trans- algorithms. Flynn thinks Quorra and the other ports him inside the network to fight in deadly programs could change the human world for video games. Flynn must find a way to defeat the better.

It would be great to see another film in the the MCP, free the network and find his way “Tron” franchise, but according to Deadline, back to the real world.

Though critically acclaimed, “Tron” was not the project hasn’t received a green light yet. a box office success. Still, over time, the film There also are indications that the third film gained a following, but it took nearly 30 years will not be a sequel to the previous installfor “Tron: Legacy” to be released. In the sequel, ments. Still, with Garth Davis behind the camGarrett Hedlund plays Sam, Flynn’s grown-up era, a stand-alone piece will be highly welcome.

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CROSSWORD: Labor Day

‘Yeggs’ is a comic series about Robert and Bill, two rabbits who have opened their own egg franchise in the Midwest (St. Louis area). We follow their day to day lives, watching as they go about the hectic task of preparing for their one big day every year. Along the way they have adventures filled with fun, comic doings and pathos.

By Cindy Moore

Moore On Life In case you didn’t know, International Cat Day was Aug. 8.

Of course, you wouldn’t know if you’re a dog person or if you don’t happen to own a cat.

Excuse me while I attend to my claw marks. I was just reminded by my felines that no one “owns” them and that they in fact “own” me.

Okay, I’m back now. Just a few stitches and a strong antibiotic and I’m as good as new.

I’ll be able to use that arm in another month.

So yes, it’s a celebration of cats and who is more deserving of that recognition than my two little fur-faced darlings. Let’s just take a minute to ask them about their lives.

We’ll start with the fat one. “Hey, Chunkybutt. Are you feeling celebrated and pampered enough?”

“Pampered?! It’s a life of toil and struggle. The abuse I suffer. Why just a minute ago you insulted me by saying you “owned” me like a pair of cheap shoes and now you have the audacity to fat shame my bulk. Can I help it that cream and butter go straight to my thighs? Insufferable!”

I apologized profusely by whipping him up a non-fat smoothie. He wasn’t impressed.

Alright, let’s see if the skinny one has anything different to offer.

“Hey, Kitty, any thoughts on celebrating International Cat Day?” “Hmph! What’s to celebrate? Do you furless fiends have any idea of what I’ve had to put up with these last several months? This COVID thing you’ve created has caused me deep trauma. My personal space has been invaded beyond comprehension. Every day I wake up and you’re still here.

Before all this, I would get a few hours of solitude

Finicky felines

to stare out the window at the leaves or lick myself without an audience. Now, you’re here all the time. For the love of all that’s holy, GO DO SOMETHING before there’s a homicide!”

Well it appears that there’s a bit of contention in this cat house.

I’ll have to make a run to the store and get some fresh salmon to cheer them up, but first I need to call a professional cleaner stat. I hope they know how to remove non-fat smoothie from the carpet and furniture.

Cindy Moore is the mother of three superlative kids, servant of two self-indulgent felines and wife to one nifty husband. Her ficticious occupation? Archeological Humorist: someone who unearths absurdity and hilarity in strange and unusual places including public restrooms, the lint filter, and church meetings.

Most recently, she excavated a find in her neighbor’s bird feeder.

The opinions expressed in this column are Cindy Moore’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.

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8. Pressure unit 11. Prune, previously 12. Congregation’s echo 13. Lusitania’s destroyer 15. Samoan money 16. Enthusiastic review 17. Police informers 18. *More than 40 hours 20. First Nation nation 21. Not these 22. Paper or plastic?

23. Lads’ girlfriends 26. Meal 29. Morsel 30. *Labor Day, always 33. International Civil Aviation Org. 35. She turned to stone, Greek mythology 37. Quaker grain 38. Same as gnarls 39. Toothy wheel 40. Capital of Canada 42. Homer Simpson exclamation 43. Russia’s plain 45. Zoroastrian archives 47. Simon & Garfunkel member 48. Sheik’s bevy 50. Goes with sushi

52. *Part of labor force 56. Jewish folklore creature 57. European sea eagle 58. Millimeter of mercury 59. Impolite dinner sound 60. “Dark” movie 61. Armor chest plate 62. Cupid’s action 63. Type of evidence 64. “By ____ of” or “by means of” DOWN 1. “____ ____ no good” 2. Bohemian, e.g.

3. Whimper 4. “That ____!” and hurts 5. Mosque officials 6. Don McLean: “Drove my chevy to the ____” 7. Comes before first Mississippi 8. Minute opening 9. “For Pete’s ____!”

10. Belonging to it 12. Not aria nor recitative 13. Open a beer bottle 14. *Union responsibility 19. *Labor Day is this puzzle’s ____ 22. Beyoncé, a.k.a. Queen ____ 23. *Like Labor Day

weekend 24. Ovine sign of the zodiac 25. Type of weasel 26. “Pro” follower 27. Oodles 28. Fortune-teller’s card 31. Sol, or la, or ti 32. Digital audiotape, acr.

34. *Health and safety org.

36. *Strike____ 38. Courtroom silencer 40. Choose 41. One who bends out of shape 44. Groom one’s feathers 46. Used an emoji, technically 48. Long-necked wader 49. Embryo sacs 50. One-pilot flight, pl.

51. Reunion attendee 53. Jellystone Park denizen 54. Joanie of “Happy Days” 55. At a previous time, archaic 56. Geological Society of America 57. *Unofficial ____ of summer

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