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A St. Louis business woman’s story of success in the construction industry is featured in a new children’s book
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By Charlotte Beard A St. Louis woman in the construction industry has recently sparked national attention. In March 2021 J. C. Sykes, co-owner of 90 Degree Construction, was one of 59 women in the United States featured as a “Tradeswoman Leaders” in the ConstructionDive publication for the construction and building industry. Most recently, she is featured in Houston, Texas author Gwen Richardson’s children book – “Boss Women: Seven African-American Women Who Built Their Businesses From the Ground Up.” Sykes shared that Richardson had thousands of women of various industries from which to choose to spotlight in her book. Richardson became aware of Sykes through the publicizing of Sykes’ own books—“Bugging a Bug” (children’s book) and “My A.R.R.A.: Growing into Me.” According to Sykes, she was among one of the most influential interviews for Richardson’s platform and the only woman in construction. “To make the top seven is pretty cool,” states Sykes. Growing up, Sykes did not have a goal to become a business owner or be part of the construction industry. “When I was in high school, I took a woodshop class,” stated Sykes. “I loved it; it was the best class that I had taken.” Sykes explained that after that interest in high school she never pursued it further. “I didn’t know that what I was doing was called carpentry because the class – they
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called it woodshop,” she stated. “I never knew the term ‘carpentry.’ Fast forward 20 years later, I was a single mom on Section 8.” At this time her future husband whom she had not yet met was a contractor for the property where she lived. “He came over to replace some doors,” stated Sykes. “We exchanged information and we started to date. (One day) I pulled up on one of his job sites where he was working, and he was framing a roof. (Astonished) I said, ‘What did you say you do again?’ And he
said, ‘I am a carpenter.’ And I said, ‘Well why are you on the roof?’ He (asked), ‘What do you think carpenters do?’ I said, ‘You make carpets, don’t you? It is in the title.’ That is really what I thought. He laughed. He said, ‘No, look it up.’ Sykes further explained that she Googled ‘carpentry’ and was “blown away” by all the functions of a carpenter. She didn’t realize that her initial introduction to carpentry See ‘BOSS’ page 2
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‘BOSS’ from cover work took place in high school. Sykes told Robi, the man that she had begun dating, that she wanted to learn how to do what he does. He agreed to teach her, but he also advised her that it was dangerous work and she needed to learn how to use the tools. Sykes shared that she has always been a “hands-on” type of female – doing things that most people feel females should not do. “(Robi) showed me some stuff (and) I loved it,” she stated. “We started 90 Degree Construction in 2012. We have thrived and tripled our income using our
very own hands.” Sykes shared that she had worked under the carpenters union for approximately a year before she left it. “I quickly learned the carpenters union was no place for a black woman,” stated Sykes. “There is a language that has not changed in over 100 years, and I didn’t like it, so I left the carpenters union.” Sykes explained that she initially joined the union for the commercial experience. “I got to build Ballpark Village Hotel from the ground up,” she stated. “I got to work on the Ballpark Village high-rise, and BJC West hospital on Olive. When I left (the union) I (desired) to teach other women to do what I do without all the racial biases, hazing and abuse women receive on the job site in the carpenters union. Sykes started Black Girls Build, Inc. (BGB) in January 2020 and it became a nonprofit in October 2020. BGB was birthed out of Sykes’ desire to educate women when she left the carpenters union. She began conducting $400 workshops, but she stated most women expressed the workshops were too expensive, resulting in no more than two or three women in attendance. After someone suggested that she create a nonprofit to fulfill her goal of helping women, she went through the necessary process and received funding to create a two-day workshop.
“The workshops we are doing now are phenomenal,” stated Sykes. “These women who take the workshops are serious. We teach five years old and up; there is no age limit. I have had women over 60 (years old) in my workshops successfully complete it. I think the thing that makes me feel the greatest about what I do is that these women learn the skill that I am teaching, and they actually use it when they leave my workshop.” Sykes went on to share women leave her workshop inspired to buy the tools they have learned to use during her workshop for use on their own projects. “BGB is not a contractor,” she stated. “BGB does not take on personal projects. We teach women the fundamentals of construction by hands-on projects.” Sykes explained that BGB workshops are conducted on 90 Degree Construction job sites. Currently the business is constructing a subdivision of 30 houses. “We are about to start house number five,” Sykes explained. “I host my workshops on these job sites so that I can walk each woman through what it takes to build a house. This is how it starts; this is the process; this is the scale on which you charge someone by linear (and) square foot. I am giving them ‘the game’ so that if they need to hire a contractor, they will know what they are looking at.” Sykes further explained women have a better idea of estimated costs for repairs and other
Submitted photo J. C. Sykes, co-owner of 90 Degree Construction, is featured in the new children book “Boss Women: Seven African-American Women Who Built Their Businesses From the Ground Up.”
home projects after completing a workshop. She also stated that she offers mentorship to women for two weeks after they have completed a BGB workshop. Sykes states the children’s workshop is for ages five-to-13 and the adult workshop is for ages 14 and up. There are plans for a “teenagers only” workshop. For more information visit https://www.bgb2.org. Sykes shares that in the past she always wanted to be a doctor; her father was a doctor. She attended college and studied to become a nurse. “I did that for 12 years before I ever touched a hammer,”
stated Sykes. “I just got tired of watching people die. I was a chemotherapy radiation nurse. I completely left that side of my life and went to work at General Motors for two years building the motor.” Sykes further shared that when she grew tired of working for other people she decided to come from behind the scenes and devote herself full time to working with her husband Robi in their 90 Degree Construction business. For more information about 90 Degree Construction follow them on Facebook at https:// www.facebook.com/builtby90.
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Wyman and Covenant House Missouri partner on Camp Rise Up for Hope Covenant House Missouri (CHMO) and Wyman have partnered to provide a unique camp experience to the youth at CHMO, who are facing homelessness. Camp Rise Up for Hope gives these young people the opportunity to experience all Camp Wyman has to offer: connections, exploration, learning, challenges, friendship, inclusion and growth. “At Covenant House Missouri, we recognize that camp is a transformational experience for building relationship skills, independence, responsibility, appreciation for differences, and a sense of belonging,” said Jessica Erfling, CEO of Covenant House Missouri. Over the course of three days in June, the youth engaged in camp programming facilitated by Wyman’s highly trained staff. The young people participated in canoeing, climbing, target sports, fishing, swimming, and teambuilding. They enjoyed a campfire program filled with stories and music by Kunama Mtendaji, and a dance in Wyman’s Dining Hall. Through their entire camp experience, the young people were given the space to challenge themselves, learn more about their peers, and celebrate the important milestones they have
achieved throughout the year. “It’s easy for us to get so overwhelmed by everyday life that we forget to just have fun,” said a CHMO youth (whose name is omitted to protect their privacy). “Being at Camp Wyman reminded me that we are all friends going through life together. I really felt a sense of belonging and support from my peers and the staff.” The historic, 80-acre Camp Wyman is an integral part of meeting Wyman’s priorities of empowering teens through powerful, transformative, and fun experiences; equipping adults who serve youth to improve their skills and relationships with teens and strengthening systems to create more equitable opportunities for all teens. “We are really excited about this partnership with Covenant House MissouSubmitted photo ri and were thrilled to welcome their Covenant House Missouri (CHMO) and Wyman have partnered to provide a unique camp experience to the youth at young people to camp,” said Claire CHMO, who are facing homelessness. Wyneken, President and CEO of Wyman. “Wyman is always looking for oppor- offer our camp to their young people.” CHMO youth to enjoy outdoor activtunities to align camp programs and The three days CHMO youth spent ities with their peers,” said Erfling. “It services to our own mission through- at camp culminated with a special is incredible to have a strong partnerout the year. Our partnership with achievement celebration and closing ship with a fellow long-standing orgaCHMO is a step in that direction. We ceremony, acknowledging all that the nization in St. Louis, and we are already look forward to deepening our part- youth have achieved. looking forward to next year’s trip.” nership with CHMO and continuing to “This was a perfect opportunity for
COMMUNITY VOICES
By Dr. Miranda Ming and Dr. Rhonda M. Key
Reducing the opportunity gap in STEM by removing barriers “The first step to ensuring our children can dream is to ensure they have been exposed to all of the possibilities.” The opportunity gap for minorities and women in STEM careers continues to be an area of concern. According to Wikipedia, “In the United States, women made up 50% of the college-educated workers in 2010, but only 28% of the science and engineering workers. .. in 2015, Hispanics were 15% of the population and African-Americans were 13%, but their representation in the workforces of major tech companies in technical positions typically runs less than 5% and 3%, respectively.” Some would say this was simply because people of color are not interested in STEM; we would counter argue, “How can you plan for a career field or opportunities if you do not know they exist?” As educators, parents, and business leaders, we have a responsibility to offer all students – especially those who are underserved and underrepresented in STEM – equitable opportunities and pathways to success as contributing members of the workforce. According to “Diversity in STEM” an online magazine, “Moving forward, nearly every career – whether in product development, manufacturing, marketing, or the arts – will be more reliant on tech skills. By 2021, 69 percent of U.S. executives expect to choose job candidates with data science skills over those without.” In order to ensure students from underrepresented communities have a seat at the table, we must begin to
prepare them now. The students best-prepared to fill these roles and find success after graduating high school will be those who experience meaningful STEM engagement opportunities throughout their K-12 years. This is no easy feat. Around the country corporations are aggressively trying to encourage diversity and inclusion. Some believe, you simply post a position and create an internship opportunity and the work is done. This could not be further from the truth. We have learned simply stating, “We are recruiting underrepresented candidates” and acting without intention does not create a sustainable pipeline. In order to meet our goal of creating a pipeline from high school to career, we must have a common understanding of our future workforce and a framework built into our system that opens the door to opportunity, but also helps navigate this new space. The lived experiences of underrepresented populations present a unique set of challenges. Corporations must be prepared to acknowledge their diverse perspectives, while also ensuring the corporate culture and expectations allows the prospective workforce to flourish. This requires an intentional framework to ensure the opportunity is provided and our future workforce can also be productive, happy, and effective. Intentionality in our thoughts, actions, and preparation to remove barriers. These barriers often prohibit students of color, of limited means, with a lack of exposure to STEM opportunities, and limited familiar
support due to family structure and knowledge, from the career pipeline. As a result, business and education communities must join forces to address the barriers and challenges of high school students. We invite our corporate and institutional partners to allow educational leaders to be translators to encourage us to speak the same language to the future workforce we so desperately need to attract. Our future depends on it!
Dr. Rhonda M. Key (left) has served as a teacher and administrator in suburban, rural, and urban school districts throughout her career. Currently, she serves has Principal/ Director of Secondary Education- Community Partnerships in Jennings School District. Dr. Miranda Ming (right), Assistant Principal, at Jennings School District’s College &Career Prep Academy is a devoted educator. She attended Alabama A&M University, but obtained her Bachelors, Masters and Doctorate Degree from the University of Missouri St. Louis.
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City of Hazelwood to resume billing for false alarms The city of Hazelwood’s City Ordinance number 1308-78, City Code Section 240.010 through 240.050, provides for the city to charge a fee for false alarms in Hazelwood businesses. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, billing for false alarms was placed on a temporary hold for Hazelwood businesses. The city will again begin billing Hazelwood Businesses for false alarms on Aug. 1. False alarms place an unnecessary burden on
city. In order to respond to a false alarm, police and fire equipment and personnel are taken out of service to investigate the alarm, making those resources unavailable to answer emergency calls. This ordinance is intended to help reduce the number of false alarms from businesses. Information regarding the False Alarms Ordinance can be found on the city’s code website at https:// ecode360.com/27774126.
JCC announces return of used book sale After a yearlong hiatus, the Jewish Community Center announces the return of its biannual Used Book Sale, Aug. 22-26. Choose from more than 30,000 books in every genre, including mystery, fiction, nonfiction, children’s, self-help, cookbooks and much more. Aug. 22 is Preview Day, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. with $10 admission; free admission begins Aug. 23. Hours are 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Monday-Wednes-
day, and on Aug. 26, Bag Day, customers can fill a bag for $5 between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. The sale will be held in the Arts & Education Building at the Staenberg Family Complex (Schuetz & Lindbergh) in Creve Coeur. Questions may be directed to Hilary Gan, hgan@jccstl.org or 314-442-3294. The J regrets that it is unable to take book donations until after the sale.
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The 13th Annual Robert Classic French Film Festival takes place in August The 13th Annual Robert Classic French Film Festival — presented by TV5MONDE, sponsored by the Jane M. & Bruce P. Robert Charitable Foundation, and produced by Cinema St. Louis (CSL) — celebrates St. Louis’ Gallic heritage and France’s extraordinary cinematic legacy, offering a revealing overview of French cinema. The Robert Classic French Film Festival is the first CSL in-person event since the COVID-19 pandemic. The host venues — Washington University on Aug. 13-15 and Webster University on Aug. 20-22 and 27-29 — have not yet deter-
mined whether capacity limits or masks will be required. Details will be announced on the CSL website when available. The fest annually includes significant restorations, and this year features a quintet of such works: Melvin Van Peebles’ “The Story of a ThreeDay Pass,” Diane Kurys’ “Entre Nous,” Joseph Losey’s “Mr. Klein,” Jacques Deray’s “La piscine,” and the extended director’s cut of Jean-Jacques Beineix’s “Betty Blue.” The fest also provides one of the few opportunities available in St. Louis to see films projected the old-school, time-honored way, with Agnes Varda’s “Vagabond” screening from a 35mm print. As part of CSL’s year-long Golden Anniversaries programming, which features films celebrating their 50th anniversaries, the fest includes a pair of films from 1971: François Truffaut’s “Two English Girls” and Claude Jutra’s French-Canadian “Mon oncle Antoine.” Completing the fest is a pandemic-delayed tribute to the late Anna Karina, who died in December 2019: Jean-Luc Godard’s essential “Vivre sa vie.” Every program features introductions and discussions by film or French scholars and critics. All films are in French with English subtitles (“The Story of a Three-Day Pass” is in both English & French). TV5MONDE serves as the fest’s presenting sponsor, and the Jane M. & Bruce P. Robert Charitable Foundation is the event’s title sponsor. For more information call 314-289-4150 or visit cinemastlouis.org.
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‘Board & Explore St. Louis’ this summer with $5 Metro Day Pass The “Board & Explore St. Louis” summer-long campaign is in full swing and Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT), Metro Transit and St. Clair County Transit District (SCCTD) are reminding residents about the availability of the $5 Metro Day Pass, which provides an affordable means to explore all the area attractions accessible via MetroLink and MetroBus. A coupon redeemable for a free, $5 Metro Day Pass is included in the “Your Tickets to Board & Explore St. Louis” ed-
ucational booklets developed by the partners to help residents and visitors learn what attractions can be accessed from various Metro Transit centers. The $5 Metro Day Pass can also be purchased on the Transit app, at Ticket Vending Machines at any MetroLink Station or Transit Center, or by visiting the MetroStore at 8th and Pine in downtown St. Louis. A “Your Tickets to Board & Explore St. Louis” booklet can be digitally downloaded at www. cmt-stl.org or picked up at one
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of nearly 200 local businesses, attractions and hotels. Those interested in having one mailed to their attention can call Citizens for Modern Transit at 314-2317272 or email their name and mailing address to info@cmt-stl. org. These booklets, along with oversized “Board & Explore St. Louis” artwork displayed at many of the Metro Transit Centers, promote area attractions near public transportation and feature a QR code with walking directions from the transit stops to these destinations. Individu-
als can also use QR code or go directly to www.cmt-stl.org to enter to win gift cards to these and other area hot spots over the summer months. “This campaign provides a valuable opportunity for the partnering organizations to interact with riders, strengthen relationships and reinforce their collective commitment to a safe, comfortable, customer-focused
transit experience,” commented Kimberly Cella, executive director of Citizens for Modern Transit. “We encourage area residents to get out and explore all the community has to offer via transit.” The “Board & Explore St. Louis” campaign runs through Aug. 31. To learn more, visit www. cmt-stl.org, www.metrostlouis. org or www.scctd.org.
By Vicki Bahr
To be delighted once again A couple of years ago, our nephew arranged a night that we could all go to the horseracing track to celebrate the dads for Father’s Day. No one would have to cook or clean house; it would be a fun evening for kids and grandkids alike, and my husband and brothers-in-law do enjoy a night with the horses once in a while. It turned out to be one of those characteristically hot, muggy summer nights in St. Louis, and my sister’s grandkids were sweaty and restless from playing tag and keep-away and waiting an enormously long time between races to watch the horses flash by for ten seconds. The novelty had worn off, and even ice cream and popcorn couldn’t rescue their spirits at this point. Red-faced and sweaty, sixyear-old Brett climbed atop the picnic table near me and collapsed, shielding his eyes from the last bright rays of the sun. “So, what do you think that cloud looks like?” I asked him, pointing to a towering cumulous cloud on the horizon. He turned around and gave me that squint eye that only a six-yearold boy can successfully manage as if to say, “What kind of question is that for a grown up to ask?” I love that reaction, because he’s right. We grownups tend to ask pretty lame questions, like “How are you?” and “What grade are you in now?” I began again. “You know your Grandma Gail is my little sister, and she
fell off the top of the swing set when she was five and had to get stitches in her forehead.” I had his attention now. Maybe I wasn’t so bad after all. “She did?” and “There’s a dog in that cloud,” followed. He was hooked. We spent the next hour finding bears and birds and towers and a horse with a jockey on its back in the clouds. Ask any kid there, and even a few of the grownups who looked and saw the horse and jockey before it morphed into a rabbit. It was there. I’ve learned from experience that the best way to engage a kid in conversation is simply to look up. Or down. Brett and I did that, too. Found two lucky pennies, a couple of cool bottle caps and a great stick, along with enough tossed racing slips to make some cubist designs on the top of the picnic bench. A house, a boat, a robot holding a sword. Time flew by after that and my new friend forgot that I was a grownup. I wish we could all do that once in a while. Try asking an adult what she sees in a cloud and you will very likely get that same squint eye I got when I asked Brett the question. But oh, if she plays along, what a rare miracle we’ve experienced. Age goes backward and smiles appear. We seem to forget somewhere in the late teen years that we were made to find fun in the ups, downs and all-arounds of life. We learn to be serious and
thoughtful and predisposed. It’s a challenge to find delight in the shape of a leaf or the language of tree frogs and crickets. I dare you, no, I challenge you to look at the sky and ask a coworker what he sees in the cloud, to pick up the wayward pennies you find when you walk on the curb instead of the sidewalk in your neighborhood, to decipher evening bird song. To be delighted once again. Brett walked out of the race track in front of me, holding his Mom’s hand and chattering away. But right at the edge of the parking lot, where the lights couldn’t be a distraction, he looked up at the moon and turned around with a huge smile on his face. “Look how fat the moon is tonight, Great Aunt Vicki. It’s smiling at us.” And it was. It most certainly was.
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Vicki Bahr is an inveterate word lover and story sharer, a published author in magazine, newspaper and blog forms. As a mom of four, grandma of nine, and wife of one for nearly 49 years, she finds that inspiration and wonder are everywhere. 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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HITS to bring first commercially-owned NARAapproved record storage facility to St. Louis area HITS, a recognized leader in information technology services, will soon begin construction on the first commercially-owned NARA-compliant record storage facility in the St. Louis metropolitan area. The new project plans to break ground in August and will be constructed into two phases, with a projected cost of $10 million. Once completed, the building will total 80,000 square feet and meet or exceed the strict guidelines required by the National Archives & Records Administration (NARA). The new headquarters will solidify HITS’ place as one of America’s top data management firms. Already known for their document scanning, secure destruction, and paperless record storage solutions, this new facility will enable HITS to scale and process more than 400 million images per year. Its heightened security will also enable HITS to bid for and secure federal contracts to manage and process records
for the US Department of Defense and Civilian agencies. In addition to increased office and warehouse capabilities, the facility can also accommodate the growth of HITS’ innovative data management technology offerings, including DocuMiner, STR8VIEW and STR8VIEW Capture. “With all the recent activity surrounding the new NGA West headquarters here in St. Louis and our strong presence in healthcare, HITS is very excited for the next chapter in our continued growth. This state-of-the-art facility allows us to not only expand our current operations, but also offer our proven solutions to new markets,” said CEO Michael Steinmann. Midwest Regional Bank is financing the new project with JSO Architects and Knoebel Construction steering the design and construction. Opening of the facility is projected for May 2022. The new address is 4872 Park 370 Blvd. in Hazelwood.
JFS St. Louis receives $35,000 donation from The Factory Jewish Family Services (JFS), which provides mental health and social services for all St. Louisans, recently received a $35,000 donation from a preview party hosted by the Staenberg Group at its new music club The Factory. Proceeds from the fundraiser will support the JFS’ Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry. The Factory is a $25 million, 52,000-square-foot music venue that recently opened at 17105 North Outer 40 Rd. in Chesterfield. The two-level building – which will feature 25 shows during the 2021 season and more than 160 shows in 2022 – can hold up to 3,000 guests and is available for corporate events and private parties. The Factory is one of the anchors in the 40-acre space called The District, an entertainment and dining complex created by owner Michael Staenberg and The Staenberg Group. The preview party also raised funds for Feed My People, a Christian food pantry and help center. “The reason we chose one of the two food pantries to be the Jewish Food Pantry is because of the outstanding job that they do in a variety of areas within St. Louis County both west and north,” Staenberg said. “They have been around for over forty years, and they are very inclusive. You do not need to be Jewish to go there. Everyone is welcome.” Founded in 1871, JFS is a multiservice nonprofit that supports families and seniors, alleviates hunger, and improves mental health for all St. Louisans. The organization serves individuals and families in crisis, as well as helps seniors remain independent and connected to the community. JFS – which supports the emotional and physical well-being of more than 50,000 area children, families, and seniors annually – provides hunger relief through its Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry (HKJFP).
The Greater North County Chamber of Commerce will host its 2021 Scholarship Bowl The Greater North County Chamber of Commerce will host its 2021 Scholarship Bowl on Aug. 5, from 6 to 9 p.m., at Crest Bowl, 650 N. Florissant Road in Florissant. Presenting sponsor for the event is Taste in Ferguson hosted by Angels At Work. The proceeds from the Scholarship Bowl fund the chamber’s scholarship program which annually awards scholarships to area high school seniors. In 2021, the chamber gave out three $1,000 academic awards, one $1,000 perseverance award, and one $1,000 humanitarian scholarship. The 2019 scholarship award winners were Morgan McKenzie, Hazelwood Central High School; Emily Yn, Villa Duchesne High School; and Jayce Barnes, Trinity Catholic High School; the Perseverance Award was awarded to Ja’Nya Hill, Riverview Gardens High School; and the Humanitarian Scholarship was awarded to Lozell Stiles III, Hazelwood Central High. The chamber partnered with the Florissant Valley Jaycees to award a $1,000 scholarship to a student that demonstrated excellence in service to the community. This student was Lauren Swindle, Trinity Catholic High School. The cost for individual bowlers is $25 per person, which includes three games, shoes, slice of pizza and unlimited refills on soft drinks. A team of six bowlers is $150. Sponsorships are available: Strike Sponsor, $300, which includes team of six bowlers; Drink Sponsor, $150; Lane Sponsor, $100; Pizza Sponsor, $75; and Frame Sponsor, $75. For more information on sponsorships or to register to bowl, call the Chamber office at 314-831 3500 or visit www.gnccstl. com.
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HSD teacher named a Missouri Regional Teacher of the Year Dr. Kelly Taylor, a science teacher at Hazelwood West High School, has been selected as one of the awardees for Missouri Regional Teacher of the Year for the St. Louis region. Taylor, who was also named Hazelwood School District (HSD) Teacher of the Year for the 20202021 school year, is among 10 teachers selected for this regional honor by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. “I am beyond humbled to receive this honor and thankful to be selected to represent the amazing educators in the Hazelwood School District,” Taylor said. “The passion, resilience, and perseverance of my students are what drives me to be a better educator.” Taylor, who has been with HSD since 2016, teaches Honors Biology, Principles of Biomedical Science, and AP Environmental Science, which is a dual enrollment course through University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL). Additionally, Taylor serves as a science instructor for UMSL’s Bridge Program. “Dr. Taylor is an outstanding educator and role model for both students and colleagues,” said Dr. Nettie Collins-Hart, Superintendent of HSD. “Her commitment to our students is awe-inspiring, and we are so proud that her work is being recognized across the region.”
The Arnold, Missouri native earned a bachelor’s degree from UMSL and advanced degrees from Washington University and Maryville University.
Maryville University captures inaugural Gateway Legends Collegiate Invitational title The esports team at Maryville University added another championship title to its honor roll at Fair Saint Louis’ inaugural Gateway Legends Collegiate Invitational, held at Ballpark Village in downtown St. Louis, July 2-4. The round-robin tournament featured 16 top collegiate esports teams from across the country competing in League of Legends for a prize pool of $10,000. Maryville went undefeated in the tournament, sweeping Winthrop University in the championship round to secure the trophy. Making the win even sweeter, the Gateway Legends championship game was a rematch of the 2021 League of Legends College Championship, in which Winthrop defeated Maryville. “We’re proud to have helped solidify St. Louis’ spot on the map within the booming industry of esports,” said David Estes, General Chairman, Fair Saint Louis. “Congratulations to Maryville University, and thank you to all 16 teams, our fans, our partners and our sponsors for an
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unforgettable Gateway Legends Collegiate Invitational. We’re already looking forward to the next tournament!” Gateway Legends was the first in-person, collegiate esports tournament of 2021, building on St. Louis’ reputation as a celebrated sports town while showcasing the city as one of the most vibrant technology hubs in the U.S. It was produced by the Fair St. Louis Foundation and sponsored by The Centene Charitable Foundation. Nerd Street Gamers oversaw tournament operations. In addition to live gameplay, Gateway Legends Collegiate Invitational featured celebrity casters, esports panels, educational sessions, live music and more. Through a partnership with the Saint Louis Science Center’s Youth Exploring Science (YES) program, regional high school students had the opportunity to contribute to in-game broadcasting and experience STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics) at work in esports. Big Brothers
Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis also brought their esports teams to the tournament to watch live gameplay. Gateway Legends games can be re-watched via Nerd Street Gamers’ Twitch channel at twitch.tv/nerdstreetlol.
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EVENTS July 31: Outdoor concert and food truck festival
The Hulapoppers Outdoor Concert and Food Truck Festival takes place from 5 – 8 p.m. at SunRise Church at 7116 Twin Chimneys Blvd in O’Fallon. Free admission, food trucks cost extra.
August 14: Breakfast event
The Red Hat Society’s Eastern Missouri Queen’s Council will host a “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” event. There will be a formal coronation for all new RHS Standing Proud Queens and will be held at Marriott St Louis Airport at 10700 Pear Tree Lane between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. For more information please contact Council Queen 314-496-6625 or email ladiesinred6309532gmail.com.
Sept. 11: Fundraiser
Operation Food Search (OFS), a nonprofit hunger relief organization, will host Feast for Change at 5:30 p.m. The fundraiser, which commemorates OFS’s 40th anniversary, will be held at Kuhs Estate & Farm located at 13080 Spanish Pond Rd. in Spanish Lake. The farm-to-fork experience includes fresh, locally sourced food, fine wine, and a live auction. Proceeds from the evening benefit OFS’s services that focus on finding solutions in response to the region’s food systems challenges. Tickets are $150 per person and $1,500 for a table of 10. For ticket details or to become a sponsor, call 314726-5355.
RECURRING EVENTS 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 cbanaskavich@jfcs-stl.org.
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 314-540-5223.
Mondays:
Choral Arts Singers
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.
available for purchase. Maximum 150 players. Must wear mask to enter. Social distancing followed.
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
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.
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.
Mondays: A cappella singers
Tuesdays: Choir rehearsals
Mondays: Workshop meetings
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 one (1) year membership for new members.
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: Bingo
Florissant Elks Bingo takes place at 16400 New Halls Ferry every Tuesday. Doors open at 4 p.m., bingo starts at 6 p.m. No outside food or drinks allowed per St. Louis County. Food and drinks
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: TOPS (Take off pounds sensibly)
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: Show-me 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
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 314921-2316.
Bridgeton Trails Library Branch Programs:
3455 McKelvey Rd., St. Louis, 314-9943300. 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.
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
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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.
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.
Wednesdays: Bingo
Thursdays: meeting
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 314660-1813.
Wednesdays: Bingo
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.cityvoic-
eschorus.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 314-402-7025.
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
www.mycnews.com • Community News – St. Louis County • July 28, 2021 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 1-877477-6954.
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 infor-
mation, 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.
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, 314653-5123.
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, 314-953-8100.
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.
Look Good…Feel Better
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 314-738-2599.
Smoking Cessation Classes:
Free ongoing 8-week sessions, 866-SSMDOCS to register or for more information.
SSM DePaul Wellness Center:
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, 636-947-5617
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
What’s Happening
Mondays & Thursdays: Breathe/ for people with pulmonary disease
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.
Third Saturdays: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group At Delmar Gardens North, 4401 Parker Rd., Florissant, 9 a.m., 314.355.1516, Helpline 800-272-3900
Last Saturdays: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group:
Mother of Good Counsel Home, 6825 Natural Bridge, St. Louis, 10:30am 314383-4765
Last Tuesdays: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Missouri Veterans Home, 10600 Lewis & Clark, St. Louis, 1 p.m., 314-340-6389
Wednesdays: Weekly Cancer Survivor’s Support Group
H.W. Koenig Medical Building at SSM St. Joseph Hospital West, 3 - 4:30pm, free, 636-755-3034
12 Step Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse:
Meets in 4 locations in the metro St Louis area. Information: metrostlouissia@gmail.com.
Wednesdays: New Choices NarAnon Family Group at Zion Lutheran Church
12075 Dorsett Road, Maryland Heights, 7:30 – 9 p.m., www.Nar-Anon.org
Thursdays: Grief Share Support Group Church of the Nazarene, 1309 N. Elizabeth Ave., Ferguson 6:30 - 8pm, leecedra@sbcglobal.net
SSM St. Joseph Health Center & Hospital West Auxiliary
Wednesdays: STEPS Schizo-phrenia Support Group
Non profit organization assisting the hosp. by holding fund raisering activities, being of service to patients, families, employees & physicians and acting as good will ambassadors to community. We welcome new member. Call Barb Hutchinson 636-947-5466.
Calcium Scoring Heart Scan Program
The Barnes St. Peters Hospital Auxiliary is looking for New Members
Graham Medical Center, 1150 Graham Rd. Suite 104, 11am - 12pm, $30, 314953-6090
6:30-7:30pm, 314-839-3171.
SSM DePaul Health Center. This program uses advanced (CT) imaging to scan the arteries around the heart and measure or score the amount of calcium present in the plaque deposits. This screening, in combination with other heart disease risk factors (high cholesterol, high blood pressure, cigarette smoking, physical inactivity, etc.) can help determine an overall picture of your current heart health and your risk for developing heart disease. Call 314-3446030 to learn more about the heart scan program or to schedule an appointment.
Sundays: Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse 6:30 - 8pm, 7401 Delmar Ave. in University City, 314-993-5421.
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If you would like to become a member please call 636-916-9664.
Gateway to Hope Program
The Gateway to Hope Program arranges care for individuals diagnosed w/ breast cancer who are either uninsured or underinsured and reside in MO. Gateway to Hope serves as a breast cancer lifeline for those who do not qualify for government sponsored programs & are unable to afford treatment. If you or someone you know has been diagnosed w/breast cancer & cannot access treatment call Gateway to Hope at 314-5691113 or www.gthstl.org.
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UMSL volleyball play earns honors in classroom and on the court University of Missouri-St. Louis junior outside hitter Charlotte Richards has been selected to the 2020-21 Academic All-America Division II Volleyball Second Team, as selected by the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA). She becomes the second player in volleyball program history to earn Academic All-American honors, joining Danielle Waedekin, who was a first team selection in 2017. Richards, a business major, owns a cumulative grade point average of 3.94. She was the Great Lakes Valley Conference’s Player of the Year for the Spring of 2021 season and was also named First Team All-GLVC and was a two-time GLVC Offensive Player of the Week. She led the GLVC with 4.22 kills per set and 4.69 points per set and also averaged 3.87 digs per set, averaging a double-double in each match. The Tritons posted a 16-3 record this season and ranked No. 12 in the final AVCA Division II Top 25 Coaches Poll. To be eligible for Academic All-America consideration, student-athletes must have a cumulative 3.30 grade-point average (GPA) or higher, have reached sophomore athletic and academic standing at their institution, and must have completed at least one calendar year at their institution. Nominees must have participated in at least 50 percent of the team’s games and be a starter or important reserve with legitimate athletic and academic credentials. The aggregate GPA for the 21 CoSIDA Academic All-America® team members is 3.87. Twenty of the team members are seniors with Richards being the lone junior. Men and women earn honors in volleyball at Lindenwood Lindenwood University’s volleyball programs have been honored as recipients of the United States Marine Corps (USMC) and American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) Team Academic Award for
the 2020-21 season, the AVCA announced. The award, initiated in the 1992-93 academic year, honors volleyball teams that maintain a yearlong grade-point average of 3.30 on a 4.0 scale. “Even though teams might not have played during their usual season or may not have competed at all during the past year, coaches still found ways to lead their players to academic excellence,” said AVCA Executive Director Kathy DeBoer. “This is a testament to the important role volleyball coaches play in their players’ success both on and off the court.” Men’s volleyball collects the award after finishing with 16 Academic All-Midwestern Intercollegiate Volleyball Association (MIVA) selections following the conclusion of the season, under head coach Joe Kosciw. It is the second time in program history that the men’s volleyball team has secured the AVCA Team Academic Award, and the second-straight season overall. Women’s Volleyball earned the award for the seventh time in program history, and fourth-consecutive season, as the team’s academic success under head coach Will Condon continues. This season, women’s volleyball collected Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC) Team Academic All-Conference honors, and 15 student-athletes earned Academic All-GLVC honors. Associations International manages the AVCA, with its headquarters in Lexington, KY. The mission of the AVCA is to advance the sport of volleyball with AVCA coaches at the epicenter of leadership, advocacy and professional development. *Excellence in classroom and on the court
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: A Weeknight Meal Solution
Recipe courtesy of Lori Yates of Foxes Love Lemons on behalf of Milk Means More
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Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowls
Prep time: 20 minutes | Cook time: 4-8 hours | Servings: 6
Ingredients: • 1 jar (16 ounces) chunky salsa • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs • 2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth • 2 teaspoons chili powder • 1 can (15 1/2 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained • 2 cups instant brown rice • 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen • c hopped avocado, for garnish
• chopped cilantro, for garnish • chopped red onion, for garnish • chopped tomatoes, for garnish • lime wedges, for garnish • sour cream or Greek yogurt, for garnish • shredded colby jack cheese, for garnish
Directions: • In slow cooker, stir together salsa, chicken, broth and chili powder. Cook 3 1/2 hours on high or 7 1/2 hours on low. • Transfer chicken to cutting board and coarsely shred; return to slow cooker. Stir in beans, rice and corn. Cook 30 minutes on high, or until rice is cooked through. • Serve garnished with avocado, cilantro, onion, tomatoes, limes, sour cream and cheese.
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There’s a lot to love about ‘Grease 2’
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.
In 1978, “Welcome Back Kotter” star John Travolta starred in two solid movie hits: “Saturday Night Fever” and the big screen adaptation of “Grease” that was created by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey. Travolta played Danny Zuko, the leader of the T-Birds who falls in love with Sandy (Olivia Newton-John), an Australian exchange student, during their summer romance. When classes resume, bad boy Danny hurt Sandy’s feelings and desperately wanted to win her back. Sequels typically follow success and, in 1982, “Grease 2” arrived in theaters, but it did not generate as much excitement as its predecessor. Comedic actress Eve Arden reprised her Principal McGee role from the original film accompanied by the always delightful Dody Goodman as her ditzy secretary Blanche Hodel. Set two years after the original film, Principal McGee and Blanche welcomed a new crop of students who have their own romantic issues. There’s definitely a lot to love about this sequel. Stephanie Zinone (Michelle Pfeiffer) led the Pink Ladies and was pursued by Michael Carrington (Maxwell Caulfield), a new student from England and the cousin of Sandy Olsson (Olivia Newton-John). Michael was clean-cut, intelligent and handsome, but, as Stephanie sang in the song “Cool Rider,”
she wanted a rider that’s cool. Michael then used his brains and skills to win the object of his affection. Without a doubt, “Grease 2” had a pretty impressive cast. Now part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Michelle Pfeiffer demonstrat-
“Grease 2” photo courtesy Paramount Pictures.
ed her acting and singing abilities throughout the film. As the male romantic lead, Maxwell Caulfield, who appeared on Broadway prior to production, sang some of the songs and had great on-screen moments while learning to ride a motorcycle to impress Stephanie. The supporting cast contained future stars as well. Adrian Zmed, who later joined the
William Shatner series “T.J. Hooker,” played Johnny Nogerelli, the new leader of the T-Birds. Christopher McDonald, who appeared in 1991’s “Thelma & Louise” and the big screen adaptation of “Leave It to Beaver,” played one of T-Birds. In 1996, McDonald’s Shooter McGavin character stood out in Adam Sandler’s golf film “Happy Gilmore.” Judy Garland’s daughter Lorna Luft appeared as one of the Pink Ladies and Johnny’s wouldbe girlfriend. Other cast members reprised their roles from the original film, in particular the lovely Didi Conn. Her Frenchy character returned to school to make up some classes and help Michael. The legendary comedic actor Sid Caesar reappeared as Vince Calhoun, the coach who found the perfect sport for Danny Zucko. Former teen heartthrob Tab Hunter joined the cast as Mr. Stuart, a substitute biology teacher whose lessons on reproduction turned into a breakout song-and-dance number. Like a good wine, “Grease 2” actually has aged well. Though some of the performers have passed away, their spirits live on in this film and the original “Grease.” There are even rumors that a prequel series about the lovely Pink Ladies is in the works. “Grease 2” is available to rent or buy on Amazon Prime.
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Yeggs
John Hanna
Crossword: LEGENDARY ATHLETES
‘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
WATER FIGHT And the heat goes one. Because of the drought conditions in our state our community leaders have reached a new low. They’ve put a time restriction on watering our lawns. We can only water the grass from ten at night until six in the morning. That’s easy to follow. All it takes is a simple adjustment of the sprinkler timing system. The new low is that if we see anyone in the neighborhood wasting water we are supposed to rat them out. That’s just not possible. Our neighbors would never tattle on one another. At least that’s what I thought until my doorbell rang. I opened the door to a salesman-looking dude with a clipboard. “No!” I said sharply. “I don’t want to buy any cleaning products; I rather enjoy my filth and I don’t want to take a political survey because then you’ll want a contribution and I’ve already donated plenty to the IRS so get a donation from them. Thank you, goodbye!” I tried to shut the door but he thrust his shoe inside the entrance. “Not so fast Mrs. Moore. Your name is Mrs. Moore isn’t it?” “Huh? Yes it is. Say…how do you know my name?”
“I’m from the bureau of WaWa better known as, Water Wasters. We’ve had a report that this address has been misusing our public resources when we are in severe drought and on strict rations.” “Wha-a-aat? You mean there’s a snitch in the neighborhood?” “I’d like to call her a dutiful citizen.” “Hmph, whatever. Just what have you got on me then?” “Seems you were caught in the act of a crucial infraction by watering your potted plants at noon. Then we’ve got a huge no-no of you tossing perfectly good ice cubes out the back door. These are very serious charges,” he said as he took out his ticket book. I suspected my neighbor Mrs. Pilkinson was the informer. “Well, Mr. WaWa, if you’re looking for a real criminal check next door. My big-mouthed neighbor used an entire reservoir of water yesterday blasting a hornet’s nest from her eaves with her garden hose. So much that it was running down the curb for three blocks.” His eyes bulged with fury. I got off with a warning as he dashed next door to slap the cuffs on Pilkinson. Tattling is bitter, but revenge is so sweet.
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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from? 24. “To death” in France 25. Florence Nightingale, e.g. 26. Mountain goat terrain 27. Opposite of cathode 28. Himalayan country 29. *Track and field star of 1936 Olympics 32. Frozen rain 33. “____ at ease” 36. *He simultaneously played in MLB and NFL 38. Ginger beer in a cocktail, e.g. 40. Pen point 41. Sea in the Mediterranean 44. Yo-Yo Ma’s instrument 46. Talks like a chicken 48. Overfamiliar from overuse 49. Terminate, as in mission 50. Same as eon 51. Shakespeare, a.k.a. ____ of Avon 52. “Ali ____ and the 40 Thieves” 53. *Tinker, Evers and Chance, e.g. 54. Egg-layers 55. Parent volunteer organization 58. Id’s partner SEE ANSWERS ON PAGE 9