CNSTC: June 14, 2017

June 14, 2017

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Photo by Ray Rockwell A St. Charles County 911 dispatcher monitors the 911 system. St. Charles County residents and those traveling through the county can now use text-to-911 on mobile devices at times when a 911 call is not safe or practical.

The freshly-launched text-to-911 service went live to start the month of June

By Brett Auten St. Charles County residents and those traveling through the county can now use text-to-911 on mobile devices at times when a 911 call is not safe or practical.

As always, a call to 911 still is the preferred form of communication but there are certainly several situations – whether it be a home invasion or a domestic violence situation - when texting for help would be the safer choice.

“It gives our citizens a way to reach help in a more discreet manner,” St. Charles County Director of Emergency Communications Jeff Smith said. “This gives us another way for our citizens to communicate and summon help.”

The overwhelming use of cell phones in the day-to-day lives of citizens of all ages was a key motivator in bringing text-to-911 to St. Charles County. Smith said that more than 70 percent of 911 calls are now received from a wireless device.

Texting could be more convenient for those with hearing or speech disabilities than a telecommunication device.

“This adds an additional layer of enhanced functionality to our system,” Smith said.

On the dispatcher end, a citizen text comes into the 911 system and their approximate location appears for the dispatcher on a computer-based map. The dispatcher texts the citizen back to confirm the phone number and location, and asks if it is safe to call. If the answer is no, the dispatcher will continue to text. The dispatcher will keep messages direct and to the point, using simple words and avoiding text lingo or abbreviations.

“It looks similar to an old AOL chat session,” Smith said.

Text-to-911 is not available in roaming mode and abuse of the system, such as texting fake emergencies, carries the same legal ramifications in the state of Missouri as abuse of the 911 call system.

This service is the latest step in a countywide upgrade of the 911 system.

The upgrade of the county’s 911 system began in 2015 and was necessary to keep up with technology and the abundance of wireless 911 calls. Calls are answered by Public Service Answering Points (PSAPs) located throughout the county. All PSAPs, including those managed by the cities of Lake Saint Louis, O’Fallon, St. Charles, St. Peters and Wentzville, as well as the St. Charles County Department of Emergency Communications, operates a Motorola Solutions Emergency CallWorks cloud-based 911 system. Features of the system include off-site equipment for emergency backup, map-based caller identification and the ability for dispatchers to log in from any PSAP location. All St. Charles County PSAPs have adopted the same policies and procedures for handling and responding to text-to-911 messages.

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TEXTS Continued from cover Smith noted that there isn’t a plan in place for a Phase 3 but they are hoping to upgrade text-to-911 to handle videos and photos.

According to County Executive Steve Ehlmann, St. Charles County is one of only a handful of counties and municipali-

ties in Missouri that have textto-911. Residents in St. Louis County, for example, do not but are on track to install the system soon.

“Its implementation takes our outstanding public safety services to another level,” Ehlmann said. “Credit goes

to our Department of Emergency Communications and the cities of Lake Saint Louis, O’Fallon, St. Charles, St. Peters, and Wentzville for their work in making this service a reality,” Ehlmann said.

The FYI on Texting 911 • Enter the numbers 911 in the “To” field of the text message on a mobile device.

• Send a brief message; for example location and type of emergency. Await reply back from a St. Charles County dispatcher.

• St. Charles County’s text-to-911 service works only in this county and a text or data plan is required to place a text to 911.

• Photos and videos cannot be sent via text-to-911 and a text to 911 can only be between a dispatcher and one citizen, that means no group texts.

Operation Food Search to hold Shop Out Hunger Day Operation Food Search (OFS), a nonprofit hunger relief organization, will host its ninth annual Shop Out Hunger on June

24 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Previously called Saturday Jubilee, the region-wide food drive is held to restock the shelves of both its distribution center and its 330 community partner agencies.

Volunteers from over 100 agencies will be staffed outside of more than 120 grocery stores – including Dierbergs, Schnucks and Straub’s – collecting non-perishable food items and donations that will stay in each area’s community. OFS also teams up with numerous community partners including Franklin County Hunger Task Force, Jefferson County Hunger

Task Force, St. Charles Community Council, and area food pantries across 12 counties.

“This day is all about strengthening families who need our assistance in putting food on their tables,” said Operation Food Search Executive Director Sunny Schaefer. “The drive is held during the summer when food donations are typically down.

The average low income family’s food costs increase by $300 per month during the summer since kids who receive free or reduced meals during the school year do not have access to the food they need.”

Missouri Supreme Court rejects appeal of red light camera charter amendment On May 30 the Missouri Supreme Court denied the plaintiffs’ application to transfer the case that challenged the constitutionality of the St. Charles County Charter Amendment prohibiting light cameras throughout St. Charles County, both within and outside of the incorporated cities. The ordinance that was the subject of the suit was proposed by the county council and sent to a county-wide vote, where it was approved and adopted by the voters in November 2014.

“This is a good day and another victory for the voters of St. Charles County,” says County Executive Steve Ehlmann.

“The charter form of government gives the power to the people to tell city and county governments what they want in their communities. Over 72 percent of our voters approved the charter amendment. This is clearly what the voters wanted.”

The charter amendment was challenged in a lawsuit filed after the November 2014 election results were certified. The plaintiffs bringing suit against the validity of the charter amendment were the cities of St. Peters, O’Fallon, and Lake Saint Louis, and residents Jim Pepper and Pam Fogarty. The county and the county’s election authority were named as the defendants.

The suit challenged the constitutionality of the amendment and the wording of the proposition that went before the voters. On Nov. 16, 2015, the 11th Judicial Circuit Court handed down a judgment upholding the constitutionality of the charter amendment. After the Plaintiffs appealed, the Missouri Court of Appeals affirmed the 11th Judicial Circuit Court’s judgment on Jan. 24, 2017.

“Some in the cities complain the county cannot tell them what to do – and they are right.

The county voters; however,

can tell them what to do,” Ehlmann explains.“The action by the county council to put this on the ballot could have been taken up by the people through initiative petition. The council and the people took action because a state-wide bill to ban red-light cameras had been killed for three successive years by lobbyists in Jefferson City.

The rights of the voters of this county have been upheld by the 11th Judicial Circuit Court, the Missouri Court of Appeals and the Missouri Supreme Court.”

The ban on red light cameras is not the first time the voters have restricted the legal rights of a political subdivision in the county charter. When the original charter was submitted to the voters, municipalities supported charter language prohibiting county government from using the authority granted to every other county in the state to challenge municipal annexations not meeting the statutory criteria in court.

After issues arose with the way municipal boundaries were created, the county council placed a charter amendment on the ballot asking voters to approve a provision authorizing the county to challenge municipal annexations which violate the provisions of state statutes.

In April 2004, county voters approved this amendment, titled Proposition S, with a 70 percent majority. Additionally, the voters approved a charter provision requiring the county to contribute 50 percent of the county-wide “Road and Bridge” property tax to municipalities while state statute was only permissive.

With the denial of transfer of the case by the supreme court, the court of appeals decision upholding the ban on red light cameras throughout the county is now final.

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County police dog receives protective vest

Photo courtesy St. Charles County Police Department Pictured (from left) are Chris Niemczyk, Ashleigh Niemczyk, Kathleen Niemczyk, Lori Brickson, Det. Brigid Oldani and K9 Bonnie, Jo Ann Niemczyk, Logan Niemczyk, Leanne Niemczyk, Brady Niemczyk and Steve Niemczyk.

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County government military veterans host flag collection June 28 Have a worn or damaged American flag?

Don’t know how to dispose of it properly? The military veterans of St. Charles County Government are here to help.

The County’s Veterans Best Practices Working Group will host a used flag collection for the public from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on June 28. Veteran employees will be stationed at a drive-by collection site at the corner of Monroe and Second Streets in St. Charles, between the County Administration and Corrections buildings. The flags collected will be properly disposed of at a ceremony later this year.

“The flag is deeply meaningful to all our vet-

erans,” said Dennis Wiss, Chair of the Veterans Best Practices Working Group. “We are proud and honored to provide this convenient opportunity for the public.”

The Veterans Best Practices Working Group was established in 2014 after passage of an ordinance by the county council. The group exists to “foster an employment-friendly environment for those who have served in the armed forces of the United States,” to encourage businesses in the community to develop veteran-friendly employment practices, and to inform veterans seeking employment of opportunities and benefits with county government.

St. Charles County Police Department’s cyber-crime fighting canine, K9 Bonnie, received a high-quality protective ballistic vest, thanks to a generous donation from the family of belated St. Charles County Sheriff ’s Department Deputy Chester Niemczyk. The vest will give her extra protection during dangerous deployments with her handler, Detective Brigid Oldani.

K9 Bonnie is the Midwest region’s only electronic storage detection dog. She is specially trained to search for, locate and recover hidden electronics containing evidence during criminal investigations—especially crimes against children. K9 Bonnie joined the St. Charles County Police Department’s Cyber Crime Task Force in April 2016.

Forty applicants sought for summer youth job league in St. Charles County Applicants now are being accepted to fill 40 summer youth jobs administered through the Missouri Job Center of St. Charles County. These temporary jobs are funded through a federal and state program known as the “Summer Job League 2017” that begins July 1 and runs through October 31.

Participants must be between 16 and 24 years of age, a resident of St. Charles County, and have a gross monthly family income not above 185 percent of the Federal Poverty guidelines. This is an approximate gross monthly income ranging from $1,832 for a family of one up to $4,385 for a family of four. Applicants also must be able to pass a drug test and have reliable transportation.

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could be full- or part-time and pay $8.50 an hour for a maximum of 240 hours. Some of the jobs now available in this program are with parks departments, animal shelters, day care facilities, retailers, restaurants and more.

“This is a great way for eligible young people to earn about $2,000 over the next few months while they gain important workplace experience and skills,” said Scott J. Drachnik, Executive Director of the Missouri Job Center of St. Charles County.

For more information, interested youth applicants can visit the Missouri Job Center of St. Charles County at 212 Turner Boulevard in St. Peters, or can call 636-255-6060, ext. 5251.

Area youth invited to lock-ins at county activity park Area youth ages 12-18 are invited to skate, scooter, roller blade and bike all night long on July 1 and Aug. 5, when the St. Charles County Youth Activity Park in Dardenne Prairie holds a series of lock-ins. The sessions begin at 6 p.m. on those days, and conclude at 6 a.m. the following morning.

Participants have supervised access to the skate park and indoor recreation center, where they’ll play games, climb the rock wall, watch video games and more. Helmets are required in the skate park.

Cost is $20 per child and includes a pizza party at midnight. Concessions are available for an extra charge.

Attendance is limited and pre-registration is required one week in advance of the event date. All participants must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. For more information or to register, visit stccparks.org or call 636-561-4964.The Youth Activity Park is located at 7801 Highway N in Dardenne Prairie.

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Bike helmets vital to safe summer fun Carefree bike riding is a rite of passage in childhood — if it’s done safely. Among Illinois children ages 5-14 who were admitted to emergency rooms for bike injuries last year, 40 percent had injuries to their head or neck. That’s why wearing helmets while bike riding is so important, says Joseph Cangas, MD, of Columbia, Illinois., who started the nonprofit Helmets First organization, along with a website to promote bike safety (www.helmetsfirst.com).

“As a pediatrician, I’ve seen everything from scalp lacerations requiring staples to stays in the intensive care unit that have led to total devastation due to kids in bike accidents not wearing a helmet,” says Dr. Cangas, also known as the “Helmet Doctor.”

He says that children should never get on a bike, scooter, skateboard or skates without a helmet.

“As soon as kids are riding anything, they should put on

a helmet, even if they’re riding with parents or in pull carts,” Dr. Cangas says. “Even a spill on a tricycle can lead to a devastating injury. But 85 percent of all bicycle-related head injuries could be prevented by a helmet.

I advise parents to put the bike on a hook and only take it down once the helmet is on.”

Bike helmet tips from the ‘Helmet Doctor’ Expensive doesn’t mean better. A $4 helmet can be as safe as a $100 helmet. Check the

inside of the helmet for a label that states the helmet is CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission) certified.

Make sure the fit is snug so the helmet doesn’t wiggle. Make sure no more than two fingers can fit under the chin strap when the helmet is on. Adjust the chin strap accordingly.

Adults should lead by example. Studies show more children wear a helmet if their parents do, too.

To learn more about helmet safety and to have a trained safety expert check a helmet for proper fit, parents and children can visit Safety Stop, a child safety resource provided by Progress West Hospital. Safety Stop is open Monday and Thursday afternoons in the Progress West Hospital Lobby. Please call 636-344-KIDS (636-344-5437) or toll-free 800-678-KIDS (800678-5437) to schedule an appointment.

Stop the pain! Neurofeedback: a permanent solution for migraines

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Migraines are a pain in the…head. Sufferers, 37 million in the U.S. alone, often lose their ability to function in the everyday world, relegating them to lying in darkened rooms waiting for the excruciating waves of throbbing to cease. It’s hard to live this way. While there are a number of prescription medications available now to reduce the pain, each carries a dire warning of potential side effects that can be worse than the migraines. Almost.

Claire (not her real name) suffered from migraines for years. At first, the symptoms were annoying but not debilitating. Over time, her migraines caused her to withdraw from her life several days per month. Her doctor prescribed medication after medication, but nothing worked.

Her personal life suffered. Her work life suffered.

She fell into a depression frightened that this would be her life for the rest of her days. At 38, this was a dim prospect. It was at this lowest point that she came to Saint Louis Neurotherapy Institute to investigate the neurofeedback solution.

Neurofeedback is the more advanced form of biofeedback discovered in the 1940s, and works at a deeper level than biofeedback. The easiest way to think about neurofeedback is that it retrains the brain to work differently. For migraine sufferers, neurofeedback offers a non-invasive, drug-free and side effect-free alternative to addressing these unrelenting headaches.

Clinical work by Walker, Stokes, Lappin and others has demonstrated the efficacy of brain retraining to reduce or eliminate recurring migraine headaches, as well as other brain-related issues.

The Walker study, which used a classic test/control research model, found that 93 percent of neurofeedback treated migraine sufferers found substantial relief. Of those, 54 percent experienced a complete cessation of their migraines and the remainder experienced a greater than 50 percent reduction in migraine frequency. A majority of the control group, which used traditional drug therapy, experienced no change in migraine frequency

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(68 percent) and only eight percent experienced a reduction in migraine frequency greater than 50 percent.

A study by Stokes and Lappin, designed to determine the effects of combined neurofeedback treatments, found a majority (70 percent) of test subjects experienced a reduction in migraine frequency of at least 50 percent. It was also determined that the positive effects from neurofeedback on migraine sufferers last an average of 14.5 months after all treatments have stopped. There is no question that neurofeedback can have a significant, positive impact on the lives of migraine sufferers.

Claire learned this firsthand. Her migraines began to ease as she moved through her neurofeedback treatment plan. She began to participate in her life fully again, no longer having to retreat to a darkened room just to make it through the day. Follow-up visits have confirmed that her migraines are a thing of the past and that any headaches she now gets are of the everyday variety that are easily treatable.

Contact us to explore the use of neurofeedback for your migraines. You have everything to gain including a permanent solution to that pain in your head.

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Boys & Girls Club alumni inducted into the 2017 Hall of Honor

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The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis is proud to announce its 2017 Alumni Hall of Honor Inductees! During the 2017 Annual Recognition event, where staff, board members, volunteers and other supporters are acknowledged and celebrated for their commitment to club children. Jerome Tomlin, Grace Conner, Lorenzo Baylor Sr., Susan Jones, Byron Price and Jordan “Shorty da Prince” Johnson were inducted into the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis Alumni Hall of Honor.

The Hall of Honor recognizes outstanding alumni for achievements in their respective fields, commitment to leadership, serving our community’s youth, contributions to the St. Louis community and for living out the mission of the club.

All of the alumni inductees have lived out the mission of the Boys & Girls Club movement

and displayed the impact the club can have in a member’s life. Jerome Tomlin serves as a Virtual Design Coordinator at Paric Corporations; Grace Connor works as a teacher for St. Louis Public Schools and is a seasonal staff member at the club; Lorenzo Baylor Sr. works for Citibank as a Vice President in the mortgage banking industry; Susan Jones is the manager of Supplier Diversity at EMED Medical Company; Byron Price is a branch manager for US Bank; and, Jordan “Shorty da Prince” Johnson works for Radio One’s Hot 104.1 STL. Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis President, Dr. Flint Fowler said of the Inductees, “This is an outstanding group of alumni who individually and collectively represent the power of a Boys & Girls Club experience. We are proud of the accomplishments and contributions they are making to their communities.”

Knock it outta the park at the 14th annual St. Louis Cardinals Blood Drive The St. Louis Cardinals, Fox Sports Midwest and the American Red Cross encourage fans to “knock it outta the park” by donating blood to help save lives June 13-15 at various St. Louis area locations. In addition, Cardinals mascot Fredbird and Team Fredbird will be making appearances on June 14 and 15.

Everyone who attempts to donate will receive a specially designed St. Louis Cardinals T-shirt, while supplies last. In addition, there will be giveaways at each location. The St. Louis Cardinals Blood Drive comes at an important time of year. The summer months come with travel and various activities that cause fewer donors to give blood.

Those who have a desire to help others can step up to the plate and help save lives by participating in this year’s event.

Area heroes have given more than 10,550 pints of blood at the St. Louis Cardinals Blood Drive since its inception in 2004.

Every day, the Red Cross must collect nearly 14,000 blood donations to meet the needs of hospital patients across the country. Eligible donors are needed to help patients such as accident victims, heart surgery patients and children with blood disorders.

Blood donors of all types are needed. Those with types O, A negative and B negative blood are encouraged to make a Power Red donation at this blood drive. Power Red donors give a concentrated dose of red blood cells during a single donation, allowing them to maximize their impact. Donated blood may be used to help accident victims, surgery patients, organ transplant patients, and those receiving treatment for leukemia, cancer or sickle cell disease. There is no substitute for donated blood products.

To schedule an appointment to give at the St. Louis Cardinals Blood Drive, download the Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood. org and enter sponsor code CARDS or call 1-800-RED CROSS.

ST. LOUIS CARDINALS BLOOD DRIVE: Wednesday, June 14 • 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Washington Elks Lodge #1559 at1459 W. Fifth St. in Washington, Missouri.

• 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at St. Charles Community College at 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive in St. Peters. Noon to 6 p.m. at Cuivre River Electric Cooperative at 1112 E. Cherry St. in Troy.

Thursday, June 15 • Noon to 6 p.m. at Farmington Community Civic Center at 2 Black Night Drive in Farmington.

• 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at St. Charles Elk Lodge at 560 St. Peters Howell Road in St. Charles.

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LouFest 2017 lineup and location change announced

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LouFest 2017 promises to again deliver on a diverse lineup and impressive guest experience – with several significant additions to the festival and a venue change within historic Forest Park. LouFest 2017 will be held on the Upper Muny Grounds and Festival Plaza, the recently transformed event space that sits above the Muny Amphitheater.

“We’re excited to be next to this historic landmark in a space with so much to offer. The natural amphitheater setting of our main stage as well as the infrastructure of the Festival Plaza will provide an incredible visitor experience,” says Mike Van Hee, partner with Listen Live Entertainment, the producers of LouFest.

The 2017 festival is expanding to a third night—adding Sept. 8 to the lineup as LouFestU makes its debut.

An event dedicated to St. Louis area university students, in partnership with the St. Louis Regional Chamber, this Friday night kick-off will include performances from local and national bands and guest speakers, and opportunities for young minds to engage with regional employers and entrepreneurial organizations.

Honoring Chuck Berry will be an important aspect of the festival going forward.

“Just as Chuck made an indelible mark on music of every genre, in his honor LouFest will make his legacy an everlasting part of our event,” say Mike Van Hee and Rich Toma, partners with Listen Live Entertainment. Coordinators are working with Chuck Berry’s family on the celebration to be named Hail! Hail!

Chuck Berry! “Chuck owned his own live music venue on Grand Avenue, hosted outdoor concerts at Berry Park, and played monthly shows at Blueberry Hill for years. Chuck loved to bring people music—especially in St. Louis—and the family is excited to see that carry on through LouFest,” says Gary Pierson, Berry family representative.

Also new, the festival will use RFID wristband technology to streamline the ticketing process, shortening lines and enhancing opportunities for guest engagement. Advance tickets will be mailed two-to-three weeks before the festival with instructions to register the wristband online. Attendees should also connect with local city-discovery app, Olio City, serving as a digital guide to the festival. Download the Olio City app for up-to-date info on the festival, artist discovery, local guides, and more

LINEUP LouFest continues its commitment to local bands, with nine acts hailing from, or with ties to, the St. Louis region. The daily lineup with stages and performance times will be released as the event nears.

Weezer Snoop Dogg Cage the Elephant Run the Jewels Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats Spoon Huey Lewis & the News Marian Hill Lizzo Houndmouth Lecrae Robert Randolph & The Family Band Hippo Campus The Record Company ZZ Ward Rainbow Kitten Surprise Mondo Cozmo Noname Future Thieves Middle Kids Mvstermind Ron Gallo Jonny P Harts Jess Nolan Chris Bandi Jack Grelle 18AndCounting & TheOnlyEnsemble Beth Bombarra Mathias & the Pirates Starwolf Daily Performances by Robot+Bike on the LouKidz Stage Plus: Hail! Hail! Chuck Berry! A Celebration Honoring the Father of Rock N’ Roll

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Yeggs

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‘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.

Moore On Life

By Cindy Moore

Bye the book Book clubs are a way of joining together with other snooty intellects to show off brain skills and discuss in-depth all things intellectual and… snooty.

I decided to host one of these highbrow gatherings as a way to delve into the workings of great thinkers and scholars of our time and at the same time, rub shoulders with a few comrades in the cerebral society.

What better way to start off the social than to offer some snobbish and pretentious cuisine. My tater tot chili dog casserole would be just the ticket served alongside an endless supply of Diet Coke.

Not straight from the can like barbarians; but with ice, of course…served in fancy red Solo cups, of course.

Soon my guests arrived and I called the meeting to order.

“Welcome ladies. What did you all think of the book?” I asked.

“I forgot which book we were supposed to read?”

“I decided to read another book. Actually, it was a magazine. Did you know Brad Pitt got divorced?

Do you think I have a chance with him now? I’d like to talk about that if you don’t mind.”

“All I want to talk about is this chili dog casserole. It was genius to put bacon and cheese on top!”

“I need another Coke; straight from the can.

What’s up with the ice and cups? Who do you think we are, the Kardashians?”

“Ladies,” I interrupted, “Let’s get on topic. Now then, what do you think about the protagonist?”

“Personally, I don’t care what religion you are. If you don’t believe in God and want to be protagonist, that’s what freedom is all about.”

“How about the plot? Anybody care to comment on the plot?” I begged.

“Wilford and I just bought two plots. We figure the kids would probably just cremate us because it’s cheaper that way and then dump our ashes over the Grand Canyon or the backyard, whichever’s cheapest. So we got ‘em close to the ditch in the cemetery – it was cheaper that way.”

“Please. Anyone? How about the heroine. What are your thoughts?” I asked.

“I absolutely think it should be illegal. Colorado has already gone to pot because of their loose drug laws. HA…get it?! Gone to pot!”

The entire group burst out in laughter as they dug in for second helpings of casserole. I had completely lost control.

“Anyone want to talk about the possibility of snagging Brad Pitt?”

Order once again resumed.

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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WSD Board of Education approves hiring of new principal for Peine Ridge Elementary School The Wentzville School District Board of Education has approved the hiring of Ryan Andrews as principal of Peine Ridge Elementary School for the 2017-2018 school year. He is replacing Damian Fay who is transferring to Crossroads Elementary beginning July 1.

Andrews has been at Peine Ridge for the last four years, when he started his career in the WSD. He taught fifth grade for two years before being named the assistant principal at the school in 2015.

Andrews holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Central Methodist University, a Masters in educational administration from William Woods University and he is currently working on

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his Doctorate in educational leadership at Maryville University.

“I am very honored and excited to be the new Principal at Peine Ridge Elementary. It will be my mission to motivate and inspire each and every member of our school family,” said Andrews. “Peine Ridge is bursting with great potential to far exceed expectations and to produce learners and leaders who refuse to be average. As the principal, I will be personally challenged and motivated to grow our school by growing every child, every day, based on their unique learner profiles.”

Andrews lives with his wife Jennifer and daughters Zaya and Amzie in Foristell, Missouri.

Photo courtesy Wentzville School District The Wentzville School District Board of Education has approved the hiring of Ryan Andrews as principal of Peine Ridge Elementary School for the 2017-2018 school year.

Call for entries–‘Tourist Attraction’ All-Media Art Show and Competition at St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre

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Show off your unique perspective on a special place – take part in the “Tourist Attraction” All Media Art Show and Competition at St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre. All artists, amateur and professional, youth and adult, may take part in this show running at the Cultural Arts Centre from Aug. 24-Oct. 15, 2017. All submitted work must depict a tourist attraction.

Prizes will be awarded. The cost to enter as an Arts Centre member is $15 for up to four pieces.

Non-members can submit up to three pieces for $20. The youth entry fee is $5 per piece.

Artwork will be received on Aug. 21, between 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Go online to www.stpetersmo. net/arts to download copies of the entry form and cards to accompany your entries. The opening reception will take place on Aug. 24, from 6 - 8 p.m.

For more information on this show, call 636397-6903, ext. 1624 or visit www.stpetersmo.net/ arts.

The St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre is located inside St. Peters City Hall at One St. Peters Centre Blvd. in St. Peters.

Weather from Nick’s Window

by Nick Palisch

Probability of precipitation One of the most misunderstood elements of a weather forecast is understanding the percentage used for forecasting precipitation chances.

Probability of precipitation (PoP) is used to forecast the likelihood at least a minimum amount of precipitation will occur within a specified forecast period or location.

To understand what the PoP means lets enjoy a column of some math and statistics. In forecasting the likelihood of precipitation is presented as a percentage.

In addition, the minimum amount of precipitation is defined as 0.01” or more.

The precipitation can be in the form of liquid or frozen, and the probability is for particular location and time frame.

If a forecast calls for a 30 percent chance of rain for a particular area this does not mean that 30 percent of the area will be covered by rain

at the given forecast timeframe within the forecast area. It also doesn’t mean that you will see precipitation 30 percent of the time within the same forecast area during the timeframe the forecast covers.

So what does the 30 percent mean? Let’s bring it closer to home.

A forecast is created for particular areas also known as zone forecast by the NWS. For example, St. Charles and St. Louis County are put in a 30 percent chance of rain in the evening. This means that within the two counties there is a 30 percent chance of rain at any point during the forecast period (6 p.m. to midnight).

To better understand how to understand PoP it is easier to use wording that helps individuals understand the percentages. 10-20 percent is defined as a slight chance or isolated in coverage.

Where 30 to 50 percent is a

chance. Heading into the 6070 percent category likely is used and 80-100 percent one can expect precipitation to fall within the forecast timeframe.

So if you here the local forecaster say a 30 percent chance of the area could see rain tonight—then at any point within the forecast area could see measurable precipitation within the forecast period.

N i c k Palisch is a meteorologist and Missouri native who understands the weather h e r e in our area. He currently resides in Lake Saint Louis and can be reached at nick-wx@sbcglobal.net and you can always get the most up-to-date forecast from the FirstWarn Weather page at www.facebook.com/nickswx 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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Chiropractic firm raises funds for charity

The staff of Hawk Ridge Family Chiropractic with a donation to Faith Christian Family Church.

Hawk Ridge Family Chiropractic, with the help of all of staff and patients, were able to raise $5,300 for Faith Christian Family Church youth camp this year, surpassing the original goal of $4,000.

Every couple of months the office chooses a different charity to raise money for. During the month of March they also raised over $1,500 for the St. Charles Humane Society. They were

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able to supply them with dog and cat food, toys, treats, laundry detergent, cat litter and a ton of other animal supplies.

In the month of June they are raising funds for The Child Center in Wentzville. One way the office raises funds is with initial consultations with new patients. They do this for a cost of only $37, and then donate that to the charities.

Vantage Credit Union congratulates Money Smart Kid Essay contest winners As part of this year’s Money Smart Week, three area youth were honored for their essay responses. Winners were awarded cash prizes from Vantage Credit Union, COUNTRY Financial and the Metropolitan St. Louis CRA Association.

Vantage Credit Union takes financial education seriously.

As one of the members of the Greater St. Louis Financial Education Collaborative, the organization responsible for Money Smart Week, Vantage supports the organization’s mission of increasing information and access to financial education and asset building opportunities throughout the region.

“We’re incredibly proud of these youth for understanding at such an early age the importance of financial edu-

cation and its impact on longterm financial success,” said Eric Acree, President & CEO of Vantage Credit Union. “At Vantage, we make financial success our mission and place a priority on demonstrating that through a variety of free educational programs and resources we share with members and throughout the communities we serve.”

Winners were judged on their response to the question, “Do you think there is a connection between financial health and physical health?

And, what can a city, state or national policymaker do to help promote financially healthier citizens?”

Sandra Garcia Lopez, an eighth grader from Triad Middle School was awarded first place; Caroline Black,

St. Johns Bank announces 2017 scholarship winners Graduating high school seniors Kailyn Ware of Ritenour High School, Isaiah Davis of Pattonville High School, and Taylor Lindenbusch of Ft. Zumwalt West High School have been named recipients of a St. Johns Bank Excellence Scholarship Program. Each winner received a check for $1,000 during their school’s awards night from a St. Johns Bank representative.

To date, St. Johns Bank has awarded over $64,000 through the annual scholarship program honoring high school seniors demonstrating above average talent, effort, and vision for their future.

a seventh grader from Fort Zumwalt North Middle School was awarded second place; and, Josiah Olden, an eighth grader from Pontiac Junior High was awarded third place.

Money Smart Week, held annually across the country, aims to increase financial literacy about how to spend, borrow and save money. Money Smart Week features free classes, seminars and kids’ activities covering topics such as budgeting, managing your credit, protecting yourself from identity theft and planning for retirement.

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Rascals are red hot The River City Rascals play in the West Division of the Frontier League and home games at CarShield Field in O’Fallon.

Recently the Rascals played the Windy City Thunderbolts and swept the three game weekend series to continue their longest winning streak of the year at four games and they are now three games over .500 for the first time since the 2016 campaign.

Playing a major part in the finale Sunday were Jimmy Kerrigan and Mike Jurgella combing for eight of the Rascals 14 hits and helped their team complete the rubber game sweep over the ThunderBolts 10-4 at CarShield Field.

On the mound for Windy City was their team leader in wins, with four, Zac Westcott and he struggled as he allowed back-to-back singles from Jason Merjano and Jimmy Kerrigan with the first two batters. The Rascals took advantage of a high throw to first base that would have ended the inning but the runner was safe and that allowed Kerrigan to score from the second base bag and give his team a 1-0 lead.

From then on it was the Kerrigan and Jurgella show.

“I just tried to be aggressive like always, it’s easy hitting where I am with a good hitter in front of me leading things off and Josh Silver behind me,” Kerrigan said. “This series was a lot of fun, we got a sweep against a really good team who came in to the series eight games over .500.”

On the mound for the Rascals was Tim Koons who notched his second quality start of the year and finished tossing 7.1 innings allowing four runs, two earned, on nine hits and tied the Rascals individual team high for strikeouts with eight. ~~~On a roll

Gary B. will be broadcasting the “STL Health and Wellness LIVE” show every Saturday from 9-11am on 590 The Fan and 590TheFan.com

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MASL Challenge this Friday for soccer lovers Every Major Arena Soccer League (MASL) team will have a player on the turf at the Family Arena this Friday for the event.

This will be the second-straight year for the International Challenge. In 2016, the Ontario Fury hosted an exhibition match between the USA All-Stars vs Mexico that saw a sold-out crowd of over 7,000 fans.

The June 16 All-Star match will be the second time the Family Arena has hosted such an event. The last time was Feb. 29, 2004, when the USA All-Stars defeated the International AllStars 10-1 in a Major Indoor Soccer League exhibition.

Leading up to this year’s International Challenge, the Ambush and Family Arena will host the 2017 MASL Player Combine on Friday, June 16 from 2 to 6 p.m. The combine will give potential players from all over the chance to work out in front of coaches and team representatives from across the league, and have the chance to earn an invite to a preseason MASL camp.

For tickets visit the Family Arena box office, Metrotix.com or call the St. Louis Ambush at 636-477-6363.

More details about the International Challenge and the players participating, visit the St. Louis Ambush website at www.stlambush.com and the Major Arena Soccer League’s website at www.maslsoccer.com. ~~~Kicking good event

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, and co-hosted SportsRadioSTL.com, among many other activities.

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Savory summer grilling There’s not much that tastes better during the summer than a meal hot off the grill. If you’re in the mood for a delicious backyard dish, try adding versatility to your grilling game with a few simple tips.

Try a new cooking method. If your usual preparation involves a basic flame, you may be surprised by all the different flavors you can evoke just by changing the method. Whether you’re using gas or charcoal, switch from standard grilling to smoking over indirect heat. You can also use seasoned wood chips with most grilling methods to build a completely different flavor profile.

Look for non-traditional ways to use your favorite proteins. Instead of the traditional steak or chicken

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on a kabob, you can create a whole new flavor experience using smoked sausage. For example, Eckrich offers a variety of smoked sausage flavors in traditional ropes and bun-length links, all with just the right blend of seasonings for a rich, savory taste.

Explore new condiments and toppings. Ketchup, mustard and relish may be staples at the condiment station, but there’s no reason you can’t add a little something extra. Grilled onions, mushrooms and peppers are all simple and delicious ways to add flavor. Or try something entirely new, like this sweet, tangy marmalade made with bacon and onions.

Find more summer grilling ideas at Eckrich.com.

Smoked Sausage Links with Bacon and Onion Marmalade Prep time: 10 minutes | Total time: 1 hour, 10 minutes | Servings: 6

Ingredients:

2-3 strips bacon 1 tablespoon mustard seeds 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar 1 1/2 pounds (about 6 onions) Vidalia onions, diced 1/2 cup light brown sugar 1/4 cup cane syrup 1 package smoked sausage links (bunlength) 6 hot dog buns

Directions:

Heat oven to 350 F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper and lay strips of bacon flat. Cook until crispy, about 20-25 minutes. Chop bacon into small pieces and set aside.

In dry pot over medium heat, toast mustard seeds until slightly browned.

Add bacon, vinegar, onions, brown sugar and cane syrup to pot. Cover, stirring occasionally to prevent burning. Cook about 20 minutes at mediumhigh heat. Remove pot cover and reduce to medium heat. Cook until liquid is reduced and onions are dark in color, about 50 minutes.

Oil grill and bring to medium heat. Grill sausage 12 minutes, or until heated through.

Place smoked sausage in hot dog bun and cover evenly with marmalade.

Note: Marmalade can be made in advance for easier dinner preparation and can be kept up to 2 weeks in a refrigerator or 3 months in a freezer.

Grilled Kabobs with Smoked Sausage and Veggies Prep time: 15 minutes | Total time: 25 minutes | Servings: 6

Ingredients: 6

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wooden skewers nonstick cooking spray package smoked sausage (rope) medium zucchini large red bell peppers large yellow bell peppers large red onion

Directions:

Soak skewers in water 1 hour. Spray grill and heat to medium.

Cut smoked sausage diagonally into 1-inch pieces. Slice zucchini, bell peppers and onion into 1/2-inch pieces.

Thread smoked sausage, peppers, zucchini and onion onto skewers.

Grill kabobs until smoked sausage is hot and vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes per side.

Remove from grill and serve immediately.

ACROSS 1. Smart ____ 6. Titanic’s last call?

9. *TV’s man named Brady 13. Lychee, alt. sp.

14. Romanian money 15. Red Cross supply 16. 1970s big dos 17. To do this is human?

18. Render harmless 19. *Father of geometry 21. *Ed O’Neill’s TV character 23. “Game, ____, match!”

24. Not what it seems to be 25. *What Jane Fonda’s dad Henry did 28. Presidential “No!” 30. 1 1/2 calorie breath mint 35. Pastoral sounds 37. Feline line 39. Sol-fa-sol-fa-sol-fa, e.g.

40. The Fonz: “Sit ____ ____!”

41. Caterpillar hairs 43. Dwarf buffalo 44. Ski bump 46. Type of ballistic missile, acr.

47. *Homer Simpson’s Duff 48. Pellet-stuffed 1990s craze 50. Trim a movie 52. Pose a question 53. Talk like a drunk 55. “____, the Beloved Country” 57. *Kiefer’s and Barron’s dads 61. Without purpose 64. Blind alternative 65. American chant 67. i____ 69. Albert/Gabor’s Green ones 70. Mentally quick 71. Convex molding 72. Tibetan oxen 73. ____-di-dah 74. Broadway’s news boy

DOWN 1. C.S.A. state 2. Milton Bradley’s “The Game of ____” 3. Shade of beige 4. Chocolates, for short 5. Hanukkah month 6. *Musher’s transport 7. “___ the ramparts...”

8. Chapter of Quran 9. Waiter’s handout 10. Armenia’s neighbor 11. Kurdistan native 12. TV prize 15. Hand over, formally 20. Things 22. Latissimus dorsi, for short 24. Dirtier than Dick Van Dyke in “Mary Poppins” 25. *J. Robert Oppenheimer’s project 26. Dugout vessel 27. Boreal forest 29. Overwhelm like bees 31. Mr. Eugene Krabs, e.g.

32. Fungal skin infection 33. Medicinal plants 34. *Head of the Griswold clan 36. Flabbergast 38. *Mr. Cleaver 42. Give a boot 45. Finely-spun cotton, pl.

49. Old age, archaic 51. *Little Mermaid’s royal father 54. Bar order, with “the” 56. AOL’s “____ Got Mail” 57. June 6, 1944 58. Shamu, e.g.

59. Police informer 60. Cornelius and friends 61. Solemn promise 62. *Ned Stark’s bastard 63. Unagi, pl.

66. Baden-Baden, e.g.

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EVENTS June 17: Pride festival

The third annual St. Charles LGBTQIA+ Pride Festival will be held at Frontier Park in St. Charles from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The day will focus on entertainment and education, providing an opportunity for allies and LGBTQIA+ community to celebrate and share resources. This family-friendly event is designed to align those in need of support with resources and organizations within their own community. Last year’s festival, was well attended with more than 7,000 attendees. New this year, Pride St. Charles will be held at a new location at Frontier Park. Also new this year, the festival will host a variety of new activities including a video game truck, handmade glass marble hunt, live art, tie-die shirt station, free on-site STD testing, BJC Fun at the Fair Experience, Anime St. Louis is hosting a scavenger hunt at the festival, and tickets are currently on sale for the VIP Tent that includes free food and drink during the festival. At least 75 businesses and organizations will have booths, several food trucks will be available throughout the day, as well as a large youth village including inflatables, arts and crafts projects and more.

June 17: Outdoor summer concert and movie

Each summer, the city of Dardenne Prairie Parks and Recreation Department proudly presents the Summer Concert & Movie Series. Featuring the band Butch Wax and the Hollywood’s, the event takes place from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at City Hall Park, located at 2032 Hanley Road in Dardenne Prairie.

Movies begin at dusk (approximately 8:30 p.m.). Residents and visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Concessions will be available for purchase.

June 17: Charity golf tournament

Dardenne Presbyterian’s Annual Charity Golf Tournament will begin with an 8 a.m. shotgun start with lunch to follow at the Bear Creek Golf Club in Wentzville. This year’s charity event will benefit 3rd Presbyterian’s “Flourish” Summer Youth Program and the “Joy in Haiti” Orphanage for young Haitian girls. The entry fee is $75 or $300 for a foursome. To qualify for the “Early Bird Special” of $65 per golfer or $260 for a foursome registra-

tion must occur before May 30. The deadline for registration is June 10.

Call the church office 636-561-4347 or email Mark Bass (mdbass85@outlook. com) to make your reservation.

June 17: Golf tournament

Dardenne Presbyterian Church will host a charity golf tournament at Bear Creek Golf Club with an 8 a.m. shot gun start. Cost is $75 per golfer or $300 per foursome. Call the church office at 636-561-4347 or go to dpc4u. org/golf to register.

June 17: Gospel concert

The Lesters will perform at 6 p.m. at Fairmount GB Church at 2299 Saint Peters Howell Rd. in St. Peters. Great southern gospel music, free admission.

June 22: Blood drive

Team up with the Lake Saint Louis Police Department to help save lives by donating blood from 3 until 7 p.m., at the Lake Saint Louis Civic Center Council Chambers at 200 Civic Center Drive. While walk-ins are welcome, it is recommended that donors schedule an appointment. To make an appointment go to redcrossblood. org and enter sponsor code: LSLPD or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-7332767).

June 24: Swap meet

Free and open to the public, Coca Cola Collectors Swap Meet takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Blanchette Park, Memorial Hall, American Legion & VFW Rooms at 1900 West Randolph Street in St. Charles. Buy-sell- or trade old and new Items. Free appraisals of Coca Cola items (Limit three). For more information about the show or about getting a table at the swap meet contact Terry Smith 636-544-4518.

June 24: Parent program

First Impact Parent Program takes place from 9 - 10:30 a.m. at Spencer Road Branch Community Commons at 427 Spencer Road in St. Peters. First Impact is a traffic safety program that educates parents about Missouri’s Graduated Driver License (GDL) law as well as provides them with the tools they need to monitor, coach and support their new teen driver.

GDL Coaches will be Sgt. Tom Mozelewski of the St. Peters Police Department and Deana Tucker Dothage, Director, First Impact.

June 24: Genealogy classes

Genealogy classes will be offered through the Renaud Spirit Center, and taught by members of the Caroline Close Stuart Chapter, NSDAR (National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution) at 2650 Tri Sport Circle in O’Fallon. The class starts at 8:30 a.m. and will cover beginning information about how to start a family tree, where to locate documents and how to organize the information collected. The afternoon class held the same day begins at 1 p.m. and will explore the uses and benefits of DNA testing for genealogists. It will also look at how to document Native American ancestry. Each class will end with information on how to become a member of the DAR. DAR Chapter members will also be on hand to help with research road blocks. Residents and non-residents of O’Fallon must register for the classes with the Renaud Spirit Center at 636-474-2732.

You may also find information about the local DAR chapter on the web at http://www.mssdar.org/ccstuart.

June 24: German heritage club meeting

Fruehschoppen Samstag Verein (FSV) the last Saturday of every month: Attendees are predominantly German born/raised people who get together at 11 a.m. in St. Charles to speak German, eat a late breakfast or early lunch and sip a cool drink or two. Wir treffen uns auf ein Bier (und vielleicht Mittagessen), und geniessen ein Gespräch auf deutsch. Over 50 percent of attendees are born and/or raised in Germany and over 50 percent live in St. Charles County. June meeting location will be at the Sugar Creek Winery on Hwy 94 just west of Defiance. Meeting this month is a pot luck picnic. Attendees are asked to bring a hors d’oeuvres, snacks and/or a covered dish to share.

June 24-25: Amateur Radio Field Day

On the fourth weekend of June, more than 40,000 radio amateurs will gather with their clubs, groups or simply with friends to operate from remote locations. The American Radio Relay League (ARRL), the national association for Amateur Radio, sponsors this event. The ARRL Field Day is an event designed to simulate an emergency or disaster situation where Amateur Radio operators, commonly known as “hams,” set up radio equipment in the field to demonstrate the ability to work reliably under any conditions, from almost any location, and create an independent communications network.

Radio operators will attempt to make contact with other stations across the country and around the world; testing the readiness of Amateur Radio Emergency Communications. Field Day 2017 runs from 1 p.m. on June 24 to 1 p.m. on June 25. Want to learn more about the hobby and see amateur radio in action? You can see for yourself at one of these two locations: The St. Charles Amateur Radio Club will have their equipment set up and operating at the Menards home improvement store at 151 Spencer Road in St. Peters (just north of Mexico Road), on the grassy area between Menards and McDonald’s; the Boeing Employees’ Amateur Radio Society will be operating at the Fox Hill Park, 3309 Kister Drive in St. Charles. Take MO 370 to Hwy 94, then go north on Hwy 94 and turn left on Fox Hill Road. Amateur radio operators will be on hand at both locations to answer your questions. Both clubs will have a “Get On The Air” (GOTA) Station where unlicensed individuals can try out a radio under the supervision of a licensed operator. All ages are welcome. For more information on Amateur Radio, visit http:// www.arrl.org/what-is-ham-radio.

June 25: Patriotic concert

“Celebrating America’s Music – A Patriotic Concert” will be presented by the Chancel Choir and Instrumentalists of Dardenne Presbyterian Church

along with guest musicians from the community. The concert takes place at 3 p.m. in the Christian Life Center of Dardenne Presbyterian Church located at 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie. Light refreshments will be served at the conclusion of the concert. All are welcome to attend this free event. Please contact the Dardenne Presbyterian Church office at 636-561-4347 for more information.

June 26: PTSD presentation

July 9: Big band concert

The St. Charles Big Band presents Sunday Serenades, a summer big band concert series, at the Jaycee Pavilion in Frontier Park at 500 S Riverside Drive in St. Charles. The concert begins at 7:30 and is free. Bring lawn chair or blanket. See www.stcharlesband.com for details.

July 15: Outdoor summer concert and movie

Church on the Rock (COTR) will be hosting a post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) presentation at 6:30 p.m. at its south campus location at 900 Birdie Hills Rd. in St. Peters. The meeting will be held in the Volunteer Central location (lower level). Dr. Karen A. Loaiza, clinical psychologist and VA Specialist, will speak at this event.

All veterans and spouses are invited to attend. Any questions please call Dan Wagner at 636-240-7775.

Each summer, the city of Dardenne Prairie Parks and Recreation Department proudly presents the Summer Concert & Movie Series. Featuring the band FanFare and the movie “Finding Dory,” the event takes place from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at City Hall Park, located at 2032 Hanley Road in Dardenne Prairie. Movies begin at dusk (approximately 8:30 p.m.). Residents and visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Concessions will be available for purchase.

June 27: Bartender fundraising event

July 23: Quarter auction

Community Living staff and board members are busy honing their bartending skills in preparation for the return of the Big Kahuna Bartender Challenge. The popular event will once again give representatives of Community Living the chance to battle it out behind the bar to raise funds for individuals with disabilities in St. Charles County. The team that earns the most money for Community Living will earn the coveted “Big Kahuna” title. Area residents are invited to come out and cheer on their favorite team during the event, which will take place from 6 to 9:30 p.m. at Gettemeier’s – St. Peters, located at 269 Salt Lick Road. Members of each team will work behind the bar, showing off their skills and mingling with guests to earn the most tips and generate the most money overall during their allotted time spot. The public is invited to join in the fun this year. All proceeds from the event, including tips, and a $5 cover charge will benefit Community Living’s programs and services for people with disabilities in St. Charles County. Those interested in learning more about the Big Kahuna Bartender Challenge can visit www.communitylivingmo.org/events or call 636-9702800 ext. 3081.

June 28: Shredding event

Gather your old bills, mail and other paper products and stop by 1st Advantage Bank’s Ninth Annual Grill and Shred Day from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the back parking lot of 1st Advantage Bank. Lunch will be served. The event is free and open to the public.

July 8: TEEN CERT training course

The St. Charles City-County Library District is hosting the Mid America TEEN CERT program to offer TEEN CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) training to anyone 1218 years old. The course will teach students to assist local emergency services and the communities of St. Charles County and surrounding areas in case of a large-scale emergency or a disaster, such as the current flooding situation we are experiencing.

The training will be held at library’s Spencer Road Branch, located at 427 Spencer Road in St. Peters, beginning July 8 and continuing for five consecutive Saturday mornings through Aug. 5. Class will be in the Siteman Cancer Center Event Room (Room 240) from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. All five sessions are required for course certification. For more information or to sign up for the class at the Spencer Road branch, please register online at http:// bit.ly/2oYYrrm. Space is limited, so register early. More information about CERT/TEEN CERT training can be found at www.facebook.com/groups/ MIDAMERICATEENCERT/, or by contacting program director Mark Rosenblum at mark.rosenblum@juno. com.

The American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Post 313 will host a “Christmas In July” Quarter Auction at American Legion at 200 Main Street (upper level at Hobo’s) in St. Peters. Doors open at 1 p.m., games are from 2 to 4 p.m. Entrance fee is $10 (includes one paddle).

Twelve vendors will be present, as well as many items to bid on. Cash bar, table snacks will be provided, no outside foods please. Seating is limited, reservations are recommended, please contact Ruth McDonough at 314-9419804 for more information.

July 28: Trivia night

Members of the Kiwanis Club of O’Fallon are sponsoring a Trivia Night at the Christy Banquet Center at 9000 Veterans Memorial Pkwy in O’Fallon.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the game starts at 7 p.m. Cost is $200 for a table of eight people. Prizes will be given for highest and lowest scoring teams, plus 50/50 drawing and raffle baskets.

Soda, beer and wine will be provided.

Additional drink options are available through open cash bar. Register at https://secure.portalbuzz.com/register. For registration questions call Don at 314-630-4738 or email collettep9@ gmail.com. All trivia night proceeds will go toward replacing the dilapidated playground equipment at the O’Fallon Salvation Army.

Aug. 10: Day trip

Dig into large fossil finds, Anheuser artifacts and “mile-high” apple pie as the St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre takes a day trip to Kimmswick, Missouri. The historic Kimmswick Bone Bed site at Mastodon State Historic Site provides a close-up view of one of our country’s biggest ice age fossil finds. Bones of mastodons, giant sloths and more, plus 10,000-year-old stone spear points, give you a glimpse into prehistoric life. Enjoy lunch at Blue Owl Restaurant, famous for its milehigh apple pie, and take a timeout to visit some of Kimmswick’s quaint shops before our last stop at Anheuser Museum and Estate. Check out Anheuser family and brewery artifacts and other memorabilia at this historic 23-acre estate, built along the Mississippi River in 1867 with splendid views of the river and its wildlife. The motorcoach bus leaves the west parking lot of St. Peters City Hall, One St. Peters Centre Blvd. at 8:30 a.m. and returns around 4:30 p.m. The Kimmswick trip involves quite a bit of walking, but mostly at your leisure. The cost is $91 and includes transportation, admissions, lunch and gratuities. For more information on this and other day trips offered by the Cultural Arts Centre, call 636-397-6903, ext. 1624, or visit www.stpetersmo.net/arts.

Aug. 13: Big band concert

The St. Charles Big Band presents Sunday Serenades, a summer big band concert series, at the Jaycee Pavilion in Frontier Park at 500 S Riverside Drive

www.mycnews.com • Community News - St. Charles County • June 14, 2017 in St. Charles. The concert begins at 7:30 and is free. Bring lawn chair or blanket. See www.stcharlesband.com for details.

Aug. 19: Outdoor summer concert and movie

Each summer, the city of Dardenne Prairie Parks and Recreation Department proudly presents the Summer Concert & Movie Series. Featuring the band Borderline, the event takes place from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at City Hall Park, located at 2032 Hanley Road in Dardenne Prairie. Movies begin at dusk (approximately 8:30 p.m.). Residents and visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Concessions will be available for purchase.

Aug. 24: Concert series

The St. Charles Municipal Band presents Down By the Riverside, a summer concert series, Thursday nights at 8 p.m. in June, July, and August. Concerts are performed at the Jaycee Pavilion in Frontier Park at 500 S Riverside Drive in St. Charles. Bring lawn chair or blanket to these free programs. See www.stcharlesband.com for details.

Sept. 3: Big band concert

The St. Charles Big Band presents Sunday Serenades, a summer big band concert series, at the Jaycee Pavilion in Frontier Park at 500 S Riverside Drive in St. Charles. The concert begins at 7:30 and is free. Bring lawn chair or blanket. See www.stcharlesband.com for details

Sept. 9: Craft fair

Tri County Advisory Board to Probation and Parole, Probation and Parole District 17, Missouri Department of Correction invites you to their Fifth Annual Christmas in September Craft Fair at Calvary Church at 3998 Mid Rivers Mall Drive in St. Peters from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Sept. 23: Prairie Day

Fireworks, music, inflatables, and a variety of other attractions are some highlights of the Dardenne Prairie’s Annual Prairie Day celebration from 12 – 10 p.m. The event will be located at Dardenne Prairie City Hall Park. This celebration will feature food, entertainment, crafts, superheroes and many fun activities for children and adults to take part in. Vendor booths will be on display from 12 – 5 p.m. with St. Louis’ ultimate party band Contagious taking the main stage at 6 p.m. Admission to the event is free for all ages.

ONGOING EVENTS Sundays and Tuesdays: Central Missouri Railroad Association meeting

The Central Missouri Railroad Association meets at Suite 20 in the Warrenton Outlet Mall. This unique organization is for railroad modelers, railfans, photographers and railroad retirees with layouts in O, HO, N hoping to add G scales. Meetings are on Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. and Tuesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. For more info call 636-2795522 or 636-456-0776.

Mondays: Take off Pounds Sensibly

Take off pounds Sensibly (TOPS) meets every Monday from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Weigh-ins begin at 8:30 a.m. We meet at Blanchette Park at 1900 Randolph Street in St. Charles. For more information contact Grace at 636-9464687.

Mondays: Take Off Pounds Sensibly

TOPS meet every Monday at Holy Cross Lutheran Church at 8945 Veterans Memorial Highway in O’Fallon.

Meetings at 9:30 a.m. with weigh in beginning at 8:30 a.m. For more information please all Linda Wilcox at 636447-9056.

Mondays: Parent support group

Because I love you, B.I.L.Y., Gateway parent support group meets every Monday at 7:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church at 801 First Capitol Drive in St. Charles. For information and directions, please contact the helpline at314 993 7550 or email gateway_parent_help@yahoo.com. B.I.L.Y is a program of self-help for parents of troubled children (all ages). We are not professionals, but parents helping each other. The meetings are free to attend.

Mondays: Alcoholics Anonymous

If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, we can help.

Call Alcoholics Anonymous at 636970-0013.

1st Monday: Gardeners of St. Charles County Monthly Meeting

6:30pm. Location varies. 314.304.7480.

1st Monday: St.Charles County Council of the Blind meetings

Business meetings are held on the first Monday of each month (second Monday in September due to Labor Day ) unless otherwise specified. No meetings are held in June, July, or December. Meetings are held in the Community Council Building (2nd floor of the Spencer Branch Library) from 6:30 - 9 p.m. For more information contact Beverly Kaskadden (President) at 636561-6947.

2nd Monday: Winghaven Civil War Round Table

6:30pm, Midwest BankCentre board room, 2299 Technology Dr. O’Fallon.

For more informaiton call Mike at 314.276.5018.

4th Monday: American Legion Post 388 Meets

7 p.m. in Old Town St. Peters on Park Street.

Tuesdays: Cancer support group

Cancer Companions Support Group is a support group for any cancer patient in treatment or post treatment, their caregiver and their loved ones that meets on the second Tuesday of each month at Dardenne Presbyterian Church at 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie at 7 p.m. in the parlor. Registration is not required.

Tuesdays: Gateway Chorus Rehearsal

Spotlight

Gateway Spotlight is a women’s a capella chorus that meets at First United Methodist Church at 801 first Capitol Dr. in St. Charles every Tuesday evening beginning at 7 p.m. Call 636-2566823 for more details.

Tuesdays: Cribbage

Every Tuesday: Quilting Guild at the O’Fallon Family YMCA

Mondays, Wednesday and Friday: Fitness First Exercise Classes 9:30-10:30am, American Legion Hall, 504 Luetkenhaus Blvd., Wentzville.

314.369.6521.

Mondays: Chronic pain support group

American Chronic Pain Association is a support group for and by people experiencing chronic pain. Group meets 2nd and 4th Mondays of every month at 3 – 5 p.m. at the Spencer Road Library in St Peters. Important: This is an anonymous group (first names only).

3rd Monday of Each Month: Life After Loss support group Support group for families who have lost a loved one to heroin/opiate addiction. 7 - 8:30 p.m. at Barnes Jewish St. Peters Hospital Campus in Room 212 of Professional Building 1. Contact: geevigna@charter.net. No registration required

Every Tuesday: Cribbage Club

1 – 4 p.m. at The Falls Golf Course Clubhouse. Relaxed, friendly play and is open to all. Call 636-561-2970 for more information.

Tuesdays: Lions Club meeting

St. Peters Lions Club meets the first and third Tuesday of every month at

8-9:30pm, in the Christian Life Center, 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie. Open to high school and adult men.

1st Tuesday: Fleur de Lis Garden Society

7pm at the Ladue Chapel. Info: www. showmestitchers.com.

4th Tuesday: O’Fallon Garden Club

6:30pm at Sunrise Methodist Church, 7116 Twin Chimney Blvd. Info: Barb at 636.978.5930.

Last Tuesday of every month, St. Charles American Legion Post 312 spaghetti dinner.

6:30pm at various locations. Info: www. fleurdelisgardensociety.org; Jeanne at 314.605.8563.

5pm, St. Charles American Legion Post 312, 2500 Raymond Drive in St. Charles. $6 per person. For more information call Post 312 at 636.947.7666.

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Noon – 1pm at Tubby’s Bar & Grill at 506 Droste Rd. in St. Charles. Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time.

The group is looking for new members who want to better our community and help its youth. If you are interested in making a positive impact in St. Charles for generations to come, please come for lunch. For more information call 636-448-4277. You can also visit http://stcharleskiwanis.com.

Mondays: St. Peters Rotary Club

The Seasoned Eye Carvers meet every Monday from 9am to noon at the St. Charles Senior Citizens Center, 1455 Fairgrounds (near the Bass Pro Shop).

Visitors are always welcome! For more information check the club web site: www.stcharlesareawoodcarvers.com/ or contact Charles Sapp.

Every Tuesday: Dardenne Presbyterian Church Basketball

Noon-1pm at Pio’s Restaurant.

1-4pm Free. Quilt for local charities.

No sewing experience required.

Every Tuesday: Meeting

Toastmasters

7pm at the Renaud Spirit Center, 2650 Tri Sports Circle, O’Fallon. Info: 636.379.2505.

Every Tuesday: Gateway Spotlight ChorUS

7:15-9:45pm at First United Methodist Church, 801 First Capitol Drive in St. Charles. Info: www.gatewayspotlight. org or 636.256.6823.

Tuesdays: St. Louis Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association Male Caregiver Experience

The group meets on fourth Tuesday of every month from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Spencer Road Library at the Community Commons, 427 Spencer Rd. For more information about Alzheimer’s disease, support, or the Male Caregiver Experience, please call the Alzheimer’s Association’s 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900 or visit www.alz.org/stl.

Tuesdays: Social club for widows and widowers

On the first and third Tuesday of each month a social club for widows and widowers meets at 7 p.m. at St. John’s United Church of Christ at Fifth and Jackson Streets in St. Charles. On the first Tuesday there are refreshments and on the third Tuesday there is either a speaker or entertainment. The group also goes to breakfast, lunch and dinner monthly, and has a pot luck dinner each month.

Tuesdays: Monthly veterans coffee

Veterans from all branches of service are invited to the Wentzville Green Lantern Senior Center at 506 S. Linn Ave. in Wentzville on the second Tues-

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Every Tuesday: Kiwanis Club of St. Charles

Every Tuesday: St. Charles Optimist Club

Mondays: Seasoned Eye Carvers Meeting

day of each month from 9 – 10:30 a.m. for coffee, pastries and camaraderie.

Come meet with fellow veterans who served our country and share your experience.

Looking for an evening out? Come and play cribbage Tuesdays at 6 p.m. at the IHOP at 3851 Veterans Memorial Dr. in St. Peters. Win prizes and awards with semiannual tournaments. ACC sanctioned. For more information contact Dee at 636-233-8032.

6:30 pm at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 8945 Vets. Mem. Pkwy.

636.219.0553.

Noon at St. Peters City Hall, One St. Peters Centre Blvd. www.stpetersrotary.org.

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“Cars 3”

By Steve Bryan

Pixar back in racing form with ‘Cars 3’

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Though known for its quality animation, Pixar’s main strength is in their storytelling. “Up,” for instance, was the story of an elderly balloon seller forced to leave his home. Rather than go quietly into a retirement community, he tied hundreds of balloons to the house and set off on the adventure of a lifetime. The mixture of humor and real human drama made “Up” one of the best films they have produced.

This weekend Pixar heads back to the race track with “Cars 3,” the latest film featuring the studio’s anthropomorphic vehicles.

Owen Wilson returns as the voice of Lightning McQueen, a hot racing car who has won multiple Piston Cups. McQueen isn’t as young as he used to be and finds himself falling behind Jackson Storm (voice of Armie Hammer), a new racer on the scene.

The original “Cars” had definite charm, with Wilson’s hotshot racer arriving in a small town called Radiator Springs.

Arrested after damaging a road, McQueen learns life lessons from Doc Hudson (voice of Paul Newman), a former racing champion and the town’s judge. McQueen

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ating “Cars Land” in their California Adventure park.

Based on the trailers, “Cars 3” may go full circle with McQueen’s story. Like Doc Hudson, Lightning considers retiring from the sport he loves. It will take the support of his friends to get his life back on track. A new character, Cruz Ramirez (voice of Cristela Alonzo), also is on hand to help McQueen find his way. This one just might get Lightning and “Cars” back in racing form.

“Cars 3,” rated G, arrives in theaters on June 16.

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becomes a more likeable vehicle going forward, demonstrating incredible sportsmanship as he competes in his next big race.

Even with the success of “Cars,” it’s surprising to see this franchise back in theaters after the reception “Cars 2” received six years ago. Most of the voice cast returned for that sequel, with the notable exceptions of Paul Newman and George Carlin, who passed away before production began. This tale of espionage and

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international racing was branded “rotten” on Rotten Tomatoes, making it a rare Pixar miss.

In many ways, though, “Cars 2” was a charming, kid-friendly piece thanks to the homespun humor of Larry the Cable Guy. As Mater, a tow truck and McQueen’s best buddy, the comedian helped make this a decent family film. The box office take was significantly less than the original, but it didn’t hamper the Walt Disney Company from cre-

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.