CNSTC: Apr. 11. 2012 by Community News

April 11, 2012

Vol 14

July 13, 2011

No 15

Vol 13 No 28

Volunteers are needed to clean up Missouri River and local streams and lakes on April 14

Mission: Clean Stream

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On Saturday, April 14, Missouri River Relief will host a river clean-up on the Missouri River in St. Charles. The clean-up runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m, rain or shine. Clean-up headquarters will be Bishop’s Landing, next to the Lewis and Clark Boathouse. Volunteers, groups and families are encouraged to register at www.riverrelief.org. The Missouri River Relief clean-up is one site in a much larger stream clean up event happening on April 14. The “Mission: Clean Stream” clean-up occurs at locations all over St. Charles County. Volunteers from St. Charles County and the communities of Cottleville, Dardenne Prairie, Lake Saint Louis, O’Fallon, St. Charles and Wentzville will join with Greenway Network and Missouri River Relief to remove trash from local streams and lakes. Last year, roughly 1,000 volunteers pulled almost 10 tons of trash from Dardenne, Peruque, Belleau, Spencer and Cole Creeks in a little over two hours! And even better, Greenway Network has gotten creative with the objects volunteers pull from the creeks. The Stream Trash ART (START) project, created by project director Ralph Rollins, salvages metal pulled from the streams and uses it to create new works of eco-art. Local artists will work at Quail Ridge Park to create works of art from materials found. Families, organizations and individuals can participate by calling the nearest community to register: • Cora Island (meet at Cora Island parking area) 636.498.0772 • Cottleville (meet at City Hall) 636.498.6565 ext. 203 • Dardenne Prairie (meet at City Hall) 636.755.5308 • Missouri River Relief (meet at Bishops Landing near Lewis & Clark Boathouse) 573.443.0292 • O’Fallon (meet at Westhoff Park) 636.379.5408

Volunteers clean up at the Confluence on March 24, 2012.

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• St. Charles (meet at Lewis & Clark Boathouse) 636.949.3237 • Wentzville/Lake Saint Louis (meet at Quail Ridge Park) 636.332.9236 The day will start at 8:30 a.m. with registration at one of the five rendezvous locations listed above. Everyone is asked to dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes or boots and bring gloves. Transportation is not provided. Breakfast or lunch will be served depending upon location. Register early—space is limited. In case of dangerous weather or high water, the event will be rescheduled for April 28. For more information on “Mission: Clean Stream,” visit www.greenwaynetwork.org. Groups, individuals and families interested in participating in the clean-up along the Missouri River may contact Steve Schnarr at Missouri River Relief 573.443.0292 or steve@riverrelief.org for more information. Participants are encouraged to register online at www. riverrelief.org or they may show up the morning of the clean-up and register at the boat ramp. Volunteers will be shuttled out to trashy

spots along the Missouri River by a flotilla and gathering trash together to be picked of boats from Missouri River Relief, US up later by Missouri River Relief ’s hardArmy Corps of Engineers and Missouri working volunteer boat crews. Department of Conservation. Crews will See MISSION page 3 clean-up their stretch of the river, bagging

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Pinwheels for Prevention They will be popping up in front yards, at community events and in front of city halls, and they’re spinning statewide as the country takes a moment during April to recognize Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Month. They’re pinwheels and the centerpiece of the Pinwheels for Prevention™ campaign. The pinwheel represents Prevent Child Abuse Missouri and The Child Center, Inc.’s efforts to change the way our state thinks about prevention, focusing on community activities and public policies that prioritize prevention right from the start to make sure child abuse and neglect never occur. In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month and Pinwheels for Prevention™ The Child Center, Inc. is selling pinwheels for planting in gardens on GO BLUE day, April 14. The pinwheels are available for $5 each at Fifth Third Bank, 2419 Highway K in O’Fallon, Mo. The Community Pinwheel Garden will be planted at 11 a.m. on April 14 at the bank. Joyce Schutte, president of the board of directors for The Child Center, Inc., said she hopes everyone sees Child Abuse Prevention Month as a call to action to make child abuse and neglect totally unacceptable. Everyone has a role to play to help children live free from abuse and neglect. It can be

as simple as giving a parent a break to speaking to a legislator who can change policy so healthy child development is a national priority. Research shows a strong correlation between child abuse and neglect and debilitating and chronic health consequences. The Adverse Childhood Experiences Study (ACE) (acestudy. org), conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in collaboration with Kaiser Permanente’s Health Appraisal Clinic in San Diego, found that individuals who experienced child maltreatment were more likely to engage in risky behavior, such as smoking, substance abuse and sexual promiscuity, and to suffer from adverse health effects such as obesity and certain chronic diseases. Further, Prevent Child Abuse America estimates that implementing effective policies and strategies to prevent child abuse and neglect can save taxpayers $104 billion per year. The cost of not doing so includes more than $33 billion in direct costs for foster care services, hospitalization, mental health treatment and law enforcement. Indirect costs of over $70 billion include loss of productivity, as well as expenditures related to chronic health problems, special education and the criminal justice system. For more information and to learn how you may get involved, please visit www. thechildcenter.com.

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O’Fallon Welcomes Mike Hurlbert as its New Economic Development Director The city of O’Fallon, Mo. announced the hiring of Michael Hurlbert, AICP, as its new Economic Development Director. Mr. Hurlbert joins O’Fallon from the firm of Peckham, Guyton, Albers & Viets, Inc. (PGAV), where he has served as Senior Project Manager since September 2008. Previously, he served as the City Planner and Economic Development Administrator for the city of Creve Coeur, Mo., from 20042008, and as a Project Planner for the city of Chesterfield, Mo., from 2000-2004. He also has held other private sector positions in real estate. “We are extremely fortunate to bring Mike to O’Fallon,” said Keith Riesberg, O’Fallon city administrator. “With his extensive experience in not only economic development, but also in real estate and planning, he will be a real asset to our city and our business owners.” “To have an opportunity to represent the city of O’Fallon is a tremendous honor,” Hurlbert said. “On a personal level, I really feel like this position is bringing my career full circle. My family moved to St. Charles County many years ago so my father could work in O’Fallon. Later, I started my career working on projects in and around the city. I have seen this area grow from a small community of about 15,000 people to one of ‘America’s Best Places to Live’ and one of the largest cities in the state of Missouri. I am also excited to work with the city staff, the elected officials, the Chamber of Commerce and the vibrant business community to continue to expand and support O’Fallon’s great quality of life.” Mr. Hurlbert holds a Master of Arts degree in Urban Affairs from Saint Louis University and a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management. He is AICP certified and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Planners, the American Planning Association (APA) and the APA’s Economic Development Division. His first day with the city of O’Fallon will be Monday, April 16.

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Retirement Plan Options for the Self-Employed Today, most people take care of their retirement planning needs by enrolling in a 401(k) or another employer-sponsored retirement plan. However, selfemployed individuals must fend for themselves – often without the expertise necessary to properly plan for their own retirement. Here is a guide to some of the retirement plans available to those who own their own business. 401(k) plans let participants invest in stocks, bonds, mutual funds, CDs, company stock, etc. Contributions are made on a pre-tax basis, and the money invested grows tax deferred. Taxes are not paid on money in a 401(k) until the money is withdrawn at retirement. Self-employed individuals can set up a single 401(k) for just themselves, or a small business owner with employees can set up a traditional 401(k) plan to cover themselves and their employees. Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) are available to self-employed and non-self-employed individuals. There are two types: traditional and Roth. Traditional IRA contributions are deductible in the year the contribution is made, grow tax-deferred and taxes are paid when distributions are made dur-

ing retirement. Roth IRA contributions are not taxdeductible, but enjoy tax-free growth with no taxes due when distributions are made. Jake Bleyenberg, LPL Financial Advisor for West Community Credit Union, offers this distinction: “If you anticipate being in a higher tax bracket when you retire and start taking distributions, consider a Roth. If you anticipate being in a lower tax bracket when you retire and start taking distributions, consider a traditional IRA.” A Savings Incentive Match Plan for Employees of Small Employers (SIMPLE) lets small business owners save for their own retirement while providing a way for their employees to save for their retirement too. SIMPLE plans are easy to establish, have low administrative costs, and are available at many financial institutions. The SIMPLE is ideal for sole proprietors or those who are self-employed with few employees and have relatively high employee turnover rates. Simplified Employee Pension Plans (SEP) have higher contribution limits than the SIMPLE. You can set up and fund a SEP plan for the prior calendar year at the last minute – as long as it’s done before

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Trash will be unloaded for proper disposal and recycling at Bishop’s Landing. Volunteers will be supplied with gloves, trash bags, lifepreservers and water. Each volunteer will get a t-shirt and reusable water bottle. They should wear work clothes (expect to get muddy), rugged mud boots or tennis shoes (no flip-flops!). Long pants are suggested, as there is lots of poison ivy on the riverbanks. Sunglasses, bug spray and sunscreen are suggested. After cleaning their stretch of river, volunteers will be shuttled back to shore where they’ll be served a complimentary lunch. Volunteers will also have the opportunity to submit their favorite “trash treasures” for a Trash Contest. Local boaters and river rats are welcome to join the cleanup effort. “Because of liability, we can’t put registered volunteers out in local boats,” said Clean-up Coordinator Steve Schnarr. “But anyone who wants to use his or her boat to take out family and friends to clean up the river is welcome to stop by and pick up bags, gloves and a t-shirt, and bring the trash back to the ramp when they’re done. The more people that help out, the cleaner the river will be!” Missouri River clean-ups provide a unique opportunity for individuals to experience the Missouri River close up while helping in our project of restoring this amazing resource for future generations to enjoy.

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the filing deadline. SEP contribution requirements are very flexible, which is advantageous for selfemployed individuals who may have a cash surplus one year and difficulty paying bills the next. The administration and setup for SEPs is very low cost, and contributions are made on a pre-tax basis. Remember, there is no “one size fits all” retirement plan that’s best for everyone who is self-employed. “How much money your business makes, how many employees you have and how much money you would like to contribute to a plan are all factors that will determine which option is best for you,” adds Bleyenberg. “The most important thing to do is consult with an investment advisor to get expert counsel on which option you should consider.” Whatever plan you choose, when it comes to retirement planning, it’s always better to start sooner rather than later. Securities offered through LPL Financial, member FINRA/SIPC. Insurance products offered through LPL Financial or its licensed affiliates. West Community Credit Union and West Community Investment Services are not registered broker/dealers and are not affiliated with LPL Financial.

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Safely Dispose of Household Hazardous Waste Home cleaning chores can unveil many leftover items that can negatively impact our community, if not handled correctly. The St. Charles County Department of Community Health and the Environment’s Division of Environmental Health and Protection offers a solution for the proper disposal of these toxic materials (like pesticides, paints and chemicals) in a safe and convenient manner. From April 17 through November 24, St. Charles County residents may safely dispose of household hazardous waste that typically is not collected by curbside recycling programs. Residents may bring unwanted items like chemicals, automobile fluids, pesticides, and oil-based paints (latex paints are not accepted) to the Recycle Works Central location (60 Triad South Dr. in St. Charles) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays through

Fridays, and the last Saturday of each month, with no appointment necessary. There is a nominal $10 fee for loads up to 50 pounds, with additional fees for larger sized collections. For a list of the materials accepted at the facility, please call 636.949.1800 or visit http:// www.scchealth.org/docs/es/docs/recycle/rwc.html. This service is open to St. Charles County residents only, and proof of residency may be required. To kick off the Household Hazardous Waste collection season and to recognize Earth Day (April 22), free tree saplings will be given to all residents that safely dispose of their goods from April 17-22. All trees will be native Missouri varieties. To ensure safety, please follow these precautions in bringing hazardous waste to Recycle Works Central: 1) Make certain that the waste is properly packed

4-Person Scramble at St. Peters Golf Course Spring weather came early this year! Take a break from mowing that lawn, and instead enjoy the greens of St. Peters Golf Course at this year’s Spring Fling Golf Tournament. Registration is open now for this four-person scramble event on Saturday, April 21, 2012. The Spring Fling Golf Tournament begins with a shotgun start at 8 a.m. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top places in multiple flights, and there will be other contests. The fee is $45 per player and covers golf, a cart and lunch. The tournament offers an optional cash skins game for $40 per team. For more information, visit www.stpetersmo.net/golf or call 636.397.2227. St. Peters Golf Course is located at 200 Salt Lick Road.

and do not mix with other materials. 2) Wherever possible, leave materials in their original containers. Items that are not in their original packaging should be clearly labeled with their contents. Mixed waste in plastic bags will not be accepted. 3) Be sure the lid is securely attached. 4) Place the material inside a box that is lined with newspaper (filling gaps with additional crumpled newspaper will help prevent spills during transport to the facility). 5) Place the filled box in the trunk of your vehicle while transporting to Recycle Works Central. 6) Upon arrival at the facility, please remain in your vehicle until assisted.

SCAT to and from Lindenwood

Members of the Lindenwood Student Government Association worked with St. Charles city officials to ensure increased access to SCAT transportation on campus. On Monday, April 2, Dr. James Evans, Lindenwood University president, and Mayor Sally Faith joined with students to commemorate the new bus stop adjacent to the Scheidegger Center and encourage student ridership. Representing the Government Association during the ribbon-cutting ceremony were Student Senators Paul Baker (left) and Nathanael Coursey (center). Pictured at right is Dan Bedell, the current Association president. As of April 2, two bus routes – the green line and the orange line – now stop on campus approximately every 30 minutes between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. For more information, access modified SCAT routes online at www.stcharlescitymo.gov.

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Race to Recycling Duathlon Reduce, recycle, reuse … and “re-run” at the city of St. Peters’ first-ever duathlon event. The Race to Recycling Duathlon & 1 Mile Fun Walk/Run will be held on Saturday, April 28 at St. Peters Recycle City. The event will give athletes a chance to start the race season with something new, provide families an opportunity to get active with a fun walk/run, and let everyone learn more about recycling in St. Peters. The Race to Recycling Duathlon starts at St. Peters Recycle City at 8 a.m., and the 1 Mile Fun Walk/Run begins at 8:10 a.m. The Duathlon starts with a 2.5-mile run, moves to a 15-mile bike ride, and finishes with a second

2.5-mile run. Individuals and teams are welcome, and awards will go to the top finishers. Free race shirts go to the first 100 Run/Walk entrants, first 200 individual Duathlon entrants, and first 25 Duathlon teams (2 per team). After the race, the public is invited to attend a Recycle City Open House with displays, tours of the recycling center and more between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Check the online calendar at www. stpetersmo.net to learn more about this event. Registration forms for the Race to Recycling Duathlon & 1-Mile Fun Walk/Run are available online at www.stpetersmo.net and at the St. Peters Rec-Plex, 5200 Mexico Rd.

Lake Saint Louis Parks and Recreation Programs Body Composition Screening For Women This free health screening will be held from 3 – 5 p.m. on Thursday, April 26 at Lake Saint Louis City Hall. Each appointment takes approximately five minutes. Pre-registration is required by calling 636.561.4620. Lake Saint Louis Triathlon Registration Open The 30th Triathlon will be held on Saturday, Aug. 25, but registration is open now, and the event fills up quickly. For more information and to register, please view the parks and recreation section at www.lakesaintlouis.com or call 636.625.7944. Camp Gators Summer Day Camp Registrations are now being accepted for the 2012 season,

which will be offered from May 29 through August 10 (Monday through Friday). For more information and to register, please view the parks and recreation section at www.lakesaintlouis. com.

Great Gardens Begin with O’Fallon’s Free Garden Expo Get a head start on a great garden this spring by talking to gardening experts and shopping for live plants and lawn and garden accessories at the Garden Expo, which will be held from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 14, in Fort Zumwalt Park, O’Fallon, Mo. Admission and parking are free, and concessions will be available. The day’s activities include: • An Arbor Day ceremony beginning at 9:15 a.m. with the planting of a redbud tree near the historic Heald Home; the ceremony will be assisted by Earth Club students from Twin Chimneys Elementary School • Fifty pine tree saplings given away (one per family) by the city’s Landscaping Division • Free Kids’ Area with games, crafts, and kite-making • Guest speakers on container gardening, herbs and cooking with herbs, and plastic pot recycling • Vendors and booths – St. Charles Rose Society, O’Fallon Garden Club, a bee keeper (live bees, weather permitting) • Historic Heald Home tours, $2 per person For Garden Expo updates, visit www.ofallon.mo.us, or call 636.379.5614. For more information, contact Tourism and Festivals Assistant Jennifer Hoisington at jhoisington@ofallon.mo.us.

Retraction Community News inadvertently misspelled a word in an ad paid for by William Pundmann for his reelection to the SCC Board of Trustees. We apologize for the mistake.

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Fourteen Elsberry High School students attended the 39th Junior Science, Engineering and Humanities Symposium March 15-17 in St. Louis with their teacher, Kenna Heitman. Participants had the opportunity to tour research facilities and visit with employees of major firms such as Alberici, Donald Danforth Plant Science Center, Emerson Motor Company, Genome Sequencing Center, LMI Aerospace, Inc., Monsanto Life Sciences Company, and the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers. Student from all over the state were able to report their research findings. Pictured left to right: Kristy Burkemper, Tara O’Brien, Alex Henke, Madison Cleveland, Madison Poen, Ethan Miller, Sarah Daly, Seth Lyskoski, Kimmie Croxville, Brittni Hagemeier, Kenna Heitman, Anne Marie Bufford, Tanner Bencomo, Bo Young, and Anne Heintzelman. Elsberry High School senior Jennifer Grumich has been selected as the Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen at Elsberry High School. The National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution recognizes one student at each of the Lincoln County Schools each year. At Elsberry High School, teachers nominated three seniors and the top three were voted on by the senior class. Grumich can now apply for one DAR Good Citizen scholarship that is available to all seniors who were selected. One state winner will be awarded the $250 scholarship. Grumich is the daughter of Lisa and Jeff Grumich. Pictured is Barbara Cheatam presenting Jennifer Grumich with her certificate and pin. Witnessing the event were EHS Principal Dr. Tim Reller and EHS counselor Julie Basler.

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Cuivre River Farmers Market Open for the Summer The Cuivre River Farmers Market will be held every Saturday from March through November at Tractor Supply located at 120 Market Place Drive in Troy, Mo. The market is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and features farm-grown fresh fruits and vegetables, fresh baked goods, poultry of all types for sale or trade, rabbits, lambs, goats, honey and bee products, homemade soap, cheeses, and hand crafted items of all kinds. This is an uncovered, open-air market that may close or have shorter hours on rainy days. To keep up-to-date with the latest offerings and schedules, visit Cuivre River Farmers Market on Facebook or call 636.462.2629 or 573.470.6579.

Free Speech and Language Screening for Kids The Walker Scottish Rite Clinic, which has had an Outreach Office in Elsberry since 2005, is holding a free speech and language screening

specifically for 2-6 year-old children from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 21, at the Lincoln County Medical Center. Interested parties need to call and schedule an appointment time prior to the event; walkins cannot be accommodated. Please call the Lincoln County Medical Center 636.528.3269 to schedule an appointment. For more information on the Walker Scottish Rite Clinic, please visit srclinic.org. To schedule a free speech language screening at the Elsberry Clinic at another time, please call 800.358.5656. For more local information, please call Clinic Outreach Coordinator Don Bowers at 573.898.5627.

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An attorney from legal services of Eastern Missouri, Inc. will be at the office of the Lincoln County Health Department to provide no-cost legal assistance to low-income persons experiencing civil legal problems. Please note: the attorney will not be available to assist with criminal and traffic court matters. The attorney will meet with clients in the Community Room from 10 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, April 18. The Lincoln County Health Department is located at 5 Health Department Drive in Troy. Please enter through the separate community room entrance.

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Start Your 4th of July With a BANG! The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the 28th Annual USATF Certified Firecracker Run on Wednesday, July 4, 2012, in O’Fallon, Mo. The Firecracker Run offers something for everyone! The Race begins at 7 a.m. and consists of a 10k, 5K and a 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk. Awards will be given to the overall winner for male and female racers of the 5K and 10K. There will also be awards given to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers (male and female) of each class in the 5K and 10K. Ribbons will be given to all participants of the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk. The event will begin at the T.R. Hughes Ball Park, 900 T.R. Hughes Blvd. in O’Fallon. A pace car will be leading runners through north O’Fallon and the race will end over home plate on the field of the River City Rascals. Runners will be met with a Health Expo, vendors, attendance prizes and an awards ceremony fol-

lowing the event. After the race, stick around the ballpark for the 2012 Heritage & Freedom Fest parade by the city of O’Fallon. Tek shirts with the Chamber’s official race logo will go to the first 1000 registered runners and walkers. The cost of event is $25 for early registration for the 10K and 5K run and $30 after June 1. The early registration for the 1-mile fun run walk is $15 or $20 after June 1. You may register online at www.ofallonchamber.org/firecracker. There will be raceday registration from 6 – 6:30 a.m. at the event. Packet Pickup will be held from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday, July 2 and Tuesday, July 3 at Big River Running located at 2548 Hwy K, O’Fallon, Mo., or from 6 – 6:30

a.m. on race day at T.R. Hughes Ball Park. The 28th Annual Firecracker Run is proudly presented by Progress West HealthCare and Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital; and sponsored by Charter Business, Ameren Missouri, city of O’Fallon, Tree of Life Community Church and Big River Running Co.

Peoples Bank & Trust Company Employees Dressing Bad for a Good Cause Over the last year, Peoples Bank & Trust Company (Troy, O’Fallon, Hawk Point, Winfield, Bowling Green, & Elsberry) has allowed its employees to “Dress Down” at least once a month on special days, for a donation. All the funds collected go to local charities or families in need. The bank does encourage its employees to dress in jeans and tennis shoes to help others in need. The amount collected varies each month, but the average is around $500. It’s a great way to lend a helping hand and to have fun doing it!

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1. Kelsey Barkley, Fort Zumwalt South High School senior, has signed a letter of intent to play soccer for Maryville University. Kelsey is flanked by her parents, Sherri and Brian Barkley. Standing behind Kelsey is SHS Principal Dr. Kevin Keltner; SHS Coach Jim Layne; SHS Coach Vernon Gano; and SHS Athletic Director Mike O’Brien. 2. The Fort Zumwalt South High School Robotic Teams recently attended the GM Lego Robotic Competition at St. Charles Community College. Two teams participated in different divisions and each team took first place in their

respective divisions. By winning first place, each team received a $200 Lego Robotic Mindstorm kit from GM. David Brown, the South High School Robotic Team sponsor, said, “It was a good day for the students.” Pictured L to R: Jeff Ciskowski, Jared Counts, Liam Porter, Alex Rector, and Joey Klix placed first in the Gray Division. Alexandria Schmitt, Donovan Bowman, Corey Smith, Jesse Key, and Nick Girtman placed first in the Maroon Division.

Nominations for Outstanding Teachers Sought The Alliance for Business, Learning and Education (ABLE) Committee is seeking nominations for their 2012 ABLE Excellence in Education Awards. The nomination deadline is Friday, April 20, 2012. Nominations are sought for educators who inspire students to reach their full potential, those that go above and

beyond in the classroom, and those that serve as a positive role model to fellow teachers, students, and the community. Educators must be a certified teacher who instructs students and teaching during the 2011-2012 school year in a public or private school in St. Charles County. Nomination forms can be found at www.GSTCCC.

com or by calling the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce at 636.946.0633. Submit completed nomination forms and supporting material to tdelossantos@stchas.edu or mail to: Tammie De Los Santos, St. Charles Community College, 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive, Cottleville, MO 63376.

FHSD Summer Connections Camp Now Enrolling The Francis Howell School District’s Summer Connections Enrichment Camp Program will offer a variety of engaging age appropriate camps from June

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of Music • Bring Dr. Seuss to life as they act and use music to get to know Horton and the Seven Lovely Godivas • Discover how the science behind life can help to solve a crime • Learn about motorized simple machines as they utilize computers to program motorized projects Camps are offered at most elementary schools within the district. Flexible options are available. Camp times are 9 a.m. – noon or 1 – 4 p.m. Vacation Station school age programming is available before and after each camp. A light snack will be served for each camp. Camp tuition ranges from $15 to $108. A limited number of scholarships are available. Camps are hosted by the FHSD Vacation Station program in collaboration with Bricks 4 Kidz, Junior Achievement, Mad Science, The Painted Pot, and Stages Performing Arts Academy. More information is available at www.fhsdvacation.sharpwww.jeffowens-insurance.com school.net or by contacting Jill Orr at 636.851.5276.

4-July 26. Summer Connections Enrichment Camps provide children who have completed Kindergarten through fifth grade by the end of the school year with shared experiences that encourage academic, social, personal growth and skill development through fun, affordable, and convenient activities. Children will have an opportunity to: • Express their creativity as they carve, form and sculpt clay • Engage in enriching activities about earning, spending, and saving money • Produce scenes and songs from such classics as The Jungle Book and The Sound

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Community News - St. Charles County • April 11, 2012 • 9 By Steve Bryan Rated: R

“American Reunion”

After 13 years, a couple of sequels, and several spinoffs, “American Reunion” closes the books on the original “American Pie” gang from East Great Falls High School. While it is truly nice to see these familiar faces one more time, the final chapter is not a very satisfying piece of pie. As the Class of 1999 prepares for a belated 10-year reunion, each graduate takes stock of their lives. Jim (Jason Biggs) and Michelle (Alyson Hannigan), for instance, are having trouble making time for each other. After nearly 10 years of marriage and a two-year-old son, the once passionate newlyweds have let their relationship get into a rut. Oz (Chris Klein), on the other hand, is now a successful sportscaster with a supermodel girlfriend. He would give it all up, though, to get back together with his high school sweetheart Heather (Mena Suvari). Steve Stifler (Seann William Scott) is still full of bluster and hot air, but he has to take orders from a very demanding boss or risk losing his job. Watching the cast revisit the roles that made them famous is truly a mixed blessing. It is interesting to see how the characters fared over the last decade, especially with all the social and economic changes that have taken place. When “American Pie” debuted in 1999, for example, texting and iPods weren’t even on the technology radar yet. Most of the characters have not lived happily ever after. Jim and Michelle have a functional marriage, but it is sad to see the distance that separates them. Kevin (Thomas Ian Nicholas)

and Vicky (Tara Reid) also have a private and sexual content throughout, currently is playing in reunion of sorts, which makes Kevin start theaters. thinking twice about his marriage. Stifler is still Stifler, but he’s learning that his attitude can only carry him so far in life. Supporting cast members Chris Owen, Natasha Lyonne and Shannon Elizabeth also make cameo appearances, but they don’t get enough screen time to do anything interesting. Eugene Levy, who has starred in several “American Pie” direct-to-video releases, gets some sweet moments, though, as Jim’s dad. With his son’s encouragement, Mr. Levenstein tries to rejoin the dating pool after the death of his wife. “American Reunion” is good for some Photos courtesy of Universal Pictures 1990’s nostalgia, but seeing the once youthful cast showing their age can make the viewer feel old. This reunion was okay, but let’s not promise to see each other in the future. “American Reunion,” rated R for crude

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Sports You See... With Gary B. Lindenwood Rugby Team Wins Western Division II Championship Enter Sweet 16 Men's rugby captured the Western Division II Rugby Football Union Championship with a convincing 74-8 win over Texas Tech University at the Lindenwood Track Sunday afternoon. The team used a balanced attack that the Red Raiders struggled to defend as 10 different Lions scored tries in the game. Scrumhalf Nicholas Markowski and flanker Tyler Black led the team with two each, while Brendan Davis, captain Joe Shirley, Trevor Locke, Stephen Duff, Cam Reed, Sean England, Taylor Lopez and Linc Magee each added one try each. Duff also added 14 points on conversions. With the win, the Lions earned the number one seed out of the Western Division for the upcoming USA Rugby Division II Sweet 16 in Madison, Wis. April 28-29. Lindenwood is back on the pitch for a regular season game against Indiana University April 14 at the Lindenwood Track. ~~~Good luck in Wisconsin Holt High Football Wide Receiver Signs Letter of Intent An Indian to a Wildcat Holt Indians football player Trent Harvill has committed to play for the CulverStockton College Wildcats next fall. With his mother, Renee, and his father, Tim, by his side, the wide receiver signed his National Letter of Intent at Holt High School. “I liked the environment and I think I can get more playing time; there’s a good football atmosphere there,” said Harvill, who had 13 receptions and 133 yards for the Indians last season. (Picture by Holt High) ~~~Show them your talents, Trent

Holt High Football D-Back/Receiver Signs Letter of Intent An Indian to a Mule Holt Indians football player Travion “Tre” Vaughn has committed to play for the University of Central Missouri Mules next fall. With his mother, Lonna, by his side, the defensive back/receiver signed his National Letter of Intent at Holt High School. Vaughn was a versatile two-way player for the Indians last year. He was second on the team in total yards on offense, and as a defensive back he was named 2nd Team All-Conference. “I liked the coaches and the atmosphere, and it seemed like the right school all the way around,” said Vaughn, who was also selected to play in the Blue-Grey All-Star Game in Tampa earlier this year. He plans on majoring in Criminal Justice while attending UCM. (Picture by Holt High) ~~~Show them your talents, Tre Holt High Football O-Lineman Signs Letter of Intent An Indian to a Bear Holt Indians football player Stephen Riley has committed to play for the Missouri State University Bears next fall. With his mother, Kim, by his side, the offensive lineman signed his National Letter of Intent at Holt High School. Riley was named Honorable Mention AllConference as a junior, and was a 1st Team All-Conference selection his senior year. “Academically it was the school I wanted to attend, and I really like the coaching staff,” said Riley, the 2011 Holt Football Lineman of the Year. He plans on majoring in Business Management while attending Missouri State. (Picture by Holt High) ~~~Show them your talents, Stephen

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“Over the Fence” I Really Do Love Animals A friend asked, “Why don’t you get a dog?” He knew I liked animals (well, most animals, anyway… I dislike rats that look for holes in my foundation). I told him I can’t have a dog because I’m not home much and condos don’t have fenced yards. Dogs deserve yards. Besides, they don’t know when I’ll be back. They’ll get frantic and eat my shoes. He said, “Well why not get a cat? They don’t mind being alone.” I said, “How do you know? You’re not a cat. They might hate it and scratch up the furniture.” “You’re hopeless,” he griped. I said, “I’m not hopeless, I’m an animal lover. I won’t ride a horse because I might hurt the poor thing. I’m also rather large. How would you like it if some big oaf climbed on your back and said, “Hi ho, Silver! Awaaaayyy!” He grimaced and rolled his eyes. He said, “Never mind the Lone Ranger bushwah. You could get a parakeet. They like to fly around the house and sit on your toaster. Some of them learn to talk.” I finally demanded, “Why are you so intent on my having a pet?” He said, “Because you’re becoming irresponsible. You

live alone with no one to look after or anyone to look after you. You don’t want a pet because you don’t want to take time for it. That’s irresponsible.” “Wait a minute,” I said. “You’re saying I’m irresponsible because I live alone without anything that might bother me like a dog that wants me to parade him around the neighborhood as if he was a new Porsche? Besides, I ride motorcycles. Dogs don’t ride unless they’re small and the rider is stra…” “Never mind,” he interrupted. “Like I said, you’re hopeless.” I said, “Now that you’re convinced I’m irresponsible and hopeless, maybe you’ll give up trying to get me to join an Internet dating service.” “Good grief,” he said while he rolled his eyes again. “What’s wrong with having a date once in a while? You do like women, don’t you?” He folded his arms and gave me a suspicious look. I growled, “I have an ex-wife and three daughters. I’m not gay as you so blatantly inferred. I like living alone and besides, Internet dating services don’t include Kelly LeBrock, so why bother?” “Oh…my…God.” He shook his head in disbelief. You hate women, don’t you! You don’t fool me. You hate ‘em!”

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Procrastinate? Me? Never! Procrastinate. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines the word as this: to put off intentionally and habitually; or, to put off intentionally the doing of something that should be done. Let’s see now. It’s April 11, 2012. To what could I possibly be referring? Those of you who are true masters at the art of procrastination already have the answer, don’t you? “Gee whiz, Shell. It’s a Wednesday. The sun is shining, the birds are singing. My taxes can wait, can’t they?” Sure, if you want your face next to our word for the day. Back to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary for a moment. The word “procrastinate” dates back to 1588, although I’m sure the act of putting things off has been around a lot longer. Maybe you don’t like the word itself. There are other words to describe our particular breed. (Yes, I said “our” breed. I, too, am a procrastinating princess. I am proud to say, however, that my taxes were e-filed a month ago. That’s got nothing to do with me. It’s got to do with the fact that I had to fill out a federal student aid form for our son, Michael, by March 31. It’s also thanks to my husband, Jim,

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who has never procrastinated a day in his adorable life.) Give this list of words to those who know you to be a complete and master procrastinator: dally, dawdle, drag, lag, linger, loiter, poke, put off, tarry, defer, postpone, stay, suspend, prolong and protract. Whew! While putting off writing this column just the other day (procrastinating…did you get that?), I ran across the Procrastinator’s Creed. I’m not sure who to credit, because the creed was found in several websites, all dedicated to, you guessed it, procrastinating! So here we go: 1. I believe that if anything is worth doing, it would have already been done. 2. I shall never move quickly, except to avoid more work or find excuses. 3. I will never rush into a job without a lifetime of consideration. 4. I shall meet all of my deadlines directly in proportion to the amount of bodily injury I could expect to receive from missing them. 5. I firmly believe that tomorrow holds the possibility for new technologies, astounding discoveries, and a reprieve from my obligations. 6. I truly believe that all deadlines are unreason-

able, regardless of the amount of time given. 7. I shall never forget that the probability of a miracle, though infinitesimally small, is not exactly zero. 8. If at first I don’t succeed, there is always next year. 9. I shall always decide not to decide, unless of course I decide to change my mind. 10. I shall always begin, start, initiate, take the first step, and/or write the first word, when I get around to it. 11. I obey the law of the inverse excuses which demands that the greater the task to be done, the more insignificant the work that must be done prior to beginning the greater task. 12. I know that the work cycle is not plan/start/ finish, but is wait/plan/plan. 13. I will never put off until tomorrow what I can forget about forever. While researching this column, I thought it might be a hoot to identify famous procrastinators, or great procrastinators throughout history. It was a good idea…I just never got around to it.

Spring Flavor Inspiration (Family Features) Do your spring recipes need a little inspiration? To liven up seasonal gatherings, look to simple dishes with flavorful variations that will surprise the palate for everyone’s favorite course – dessert.

“I like to choose an easy dessert with creative twists that can carry me through the season,” says Mary Beth Harrington, a McCormick Kitchens flavor and baking expert, “That way, when it’s time to celebrate – whether I’m playing host to a large party or bringing a dessert to a spring gathering – I never have to wonder what I’m making, and I never serve the same dish twice.” Lemon Cheesecake Bars are Mary Beth’s sweet inspiration for the season. A classic spring flavor, lemon adds a unique twist to simple cheesecake bars, making them a refreshing hit for all ages. For a new take, substitute the lemon extract with other seasonal tastes, like fragrant orange or fruity raspberry extracts. And, for a special garnish, top the cheesecake with a fresh berry topping, which can be personalized with your favorite blend of berries and a touch of vanilla extract. You can find more flavorful twists on go-to recipes on www.McCormick.com. While you’re there, take a peek at the “My Look Book” feature. These digital scrapbooks are a hub for spring inspiration, featuring a collage of dazzling images and mouthwatering recipes.

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after each addition, just until blended. Pour over crust. 3. Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool completely on wire rack. 4. Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight. Lift out of pan onto cutting board. Cut into bars. Garnish as desired. Store leftover bars in refrigerator. Flavor Variations: Prepare as directed. Use 1 1/2 teaspoons McCormick Pure Orange Extract or 2 teaspoons McCormick Raspberry Extract in place of the Lemon Extract.

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April 15: “A Wild Goose Chase” Pastor Dave Conley explores the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives. Two talks at the United Methodist Church of Wentzville, 725 Wall Street. Info: 636.327.6377 or www. livelovegrow.org.

April 14: Benefit Concert 1 p.m. at Grace Community Chapel on Mexico Road. Featuring SCCYO Symphony Orchestra and SCCYO Concerto Competition winners. Free but donations accepted. Info: Judy Williams at 636.916.0515 or email sccyo@sccyo.org. April 14: Asbury United Methodist Men’s Fish Fry 4-7 p.m. Info: 636.668.8855 or

EVENTS Now: Lake Saint Louis Triathlon Registration Registration is now open for August 25 event. Enter early, as this event fills up quickly. Info: www.lakesaintlouis.com or 636.625.7944. April 13: The St. Charles Optimist Club 39th Annual Spa-

ghetti Dinner 10:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. at Memorial Hall, Blanchette Park in St. Charles. Spaghetti from Pio’s Restaurant. Salad, drinks & dessert also included. $6/person, children under 5 are free. Info & tickets: at the door, or call Dale Westby at 314.550.7723. April 13: The Boys and Girls Clubs of St. Charles County Dolphin Swim Team 8th Annual Trivia Night Doors open at 6:15 p.m., trivia at 7 p.m. At St. Charles Borromeo School Gym, 534 North Fifth St., St. Charles 63301. Beer & soda provided. Snacks welcome. Free babysitting available. $160/ table of 8. Info & reservations: 636.946.6255, ex 104. April 14: Veterans Benefit Fair 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at VFW Post 5077, 8500 Veterans Memorial Pkwy. O’Fallon 63366. Free break-

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years. Info: 636.379.0092. April 14: Kid’s Night Out at the O’Fallon Family YMCA 7-10 p.m. For ages 6+. Gymnastics. $10/child in advance, $15/child at the door. Swimming, crafts, rock wall, bingo & more. Concessions available for purchase. Info: 636.379.0092. Other dates: April 28 - Rock Wall, May 12 - End of School Bash April 14: Poms Clinic 1:15 - 4:15 p.m. Age 11 & up. $15/ clinic. Learn basic arm motions, leaps, jumps, turns, rhythm, & a short dance. Will teach skills needed for high school tryouts based on Ft. Zumwalt West requirements. Other dates: May 12. April 15: St. Charles through the Years House Tour 1-5 p.m. Proceeds go to St. Charles High School Band to upgrade the trailer. Six homes for $20. Info: www.schsbandofpirates.webs. com/housetourinformation.htm. April 17: Cash Mob From the Cottleville-Weldon Spring Chamber. Announced that morning via Facebook and Twitter. Shop and spend in a local business. www.facebook.com/#!/ CottlevilleWeldonSpringChamberCashMob www.twitter.com/#!/ CWSCashMob May 5: May Days Festival on the Boardwalk 12 - 3:30 p.m. on the Boardwalk in WingHaven. Merchant booths are $125. Must be paid for by April 12. Info: Jan at Travel Leaders/Jan’s Travel and Cruise 636.561.2626.

HEALTH Barnes Jewish St. Peters Hospital Events Now - April 15: Picture of Health Photo Contest Submit an original photo portraying the Picture of Health to bjsph.org for a chance to win a free camera. Top 3 winners announced during National Hospital Week: May 6-12, 2012.

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Now - June 21: LIVESTRONG at the O’Fallon Family YMCA Trained instructors will lead small groups to help cancer survivors improve daily functional ability. • Now - May 9, Mon & Wed, 11:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. • Now - June 21, Tues & Thurs, 5:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. Contact Kristi Bradley at 636.379.0092 for more info or to arrange an intake interview. Exercise Classes for Cancer Patients & Survivors Free for breast cancer survivors/ patients, discounted for all other cancer survivors/patients. All participants must have a referral from their SSM Cancer Care or SSM Breast Care physician. Stop by the YMCA service center or call the St. Charles YMCA at 636.928.1928 or the O’Fallon YMCA at 636.379.0092 to register.

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Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) A nutritional diagnostic therapy and counseling service held at SSM St. Joseph Health Center for disease management with a licensed, registered dietitian. Available with a doctor’s order only. To register call 636.949.9600. Info: 636.947.5163. Free Mammogram Screenings SSM Health Care offers free mammogram screenings to women who have no health insurance, by appointment only. Must meet qualifications. Appointments are available at SSM St. Joseph Health Center, 300 First Capitol Drive in St. Charles, SSM St. Joseph Hospital West, 100 Medical Plaza in Lake Saint Louis, SSM St. Joseph Medical Park, 1475 Kisker Road in St. Peters, and SSM St. Joseph Health Center-Wentzville, 500 Medical Drive in Wentzville. For more information, call 636.947.5617.

*Middendorf-Kredell Library (MK): 2750 Hwy K. *Progress West Healthcare Center (PWHC): 2 Progress Point Pkwy. * Progress West Medical Center (PWMC): 2630 Hwy. K. * St. Charles Community College (SCC): 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Dr. April 16: What are you Made of? Body Composition Analysis 4-6 p.m. [PWHC] Learn in about 30 seconds your body mass index, percentage of body fat, amount of dry lean mass, lean muscle mass and more! Also learn exactly how many calories you should consume to lose, gain or maintain your weight based on these failproof measurements. Support Groups 1st & 3rd Mondays: Sharing Losses Through Bereavement 1-2:30 p.m. at SSM Home Care & Hospice, 1187 Corporate Lake Drive. For families/friends who

want help understanding and coping with the death of a loved one. To register, please call 314. SSM.DOCS (776.3627). Every Mon.: 7 p.m. Tobacco Free for Life Support group. Free. St. Peters City Hall. 636.947.5304. 1st Mon.: Better Breathers Club Those w/chronic lung disease. St. Joseph Health Cntr., 300 1st Capitol Dr., St. Charles. Free lunch. 636.947.5684. 4th Tues: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Diabetes Support Group At HW Koenig Med Bldg, St Joseph Hosp. West. 636.625.5447 Last Tues.: 7–8:30 p.m. HOPE (Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Support Group) Sponsored by SSM St. Joseph Health Cntr & SSM, at Harvester Christian Church, Rm

12 Step Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Meets in 4 locations in the metro St Louis area. Info: metrostlouissia@gmail.com. • 1st & 3rd Monday: 9:30-11 a.m. 500 Medical Dr in Wentzville; doctors dining room of St Joseph Hospital; contact 636-561-1407. • 2nd & 4th Tuesday: 6:30-8 p.m. 2 Progress Point Parkway in O’Fallon, MO; 4th floor conference room of Progress West Hospital; contact 636-561-1407.

CH–104, 2950 Kings Crossing. 636.928.7651, x. 115. 3rd Wed. 6:30–8 p.m. KidsCan! Siteman Cancer Center, BarnesJewish St. Peters Hosp., 150 Entrance Way, St. Peters. Support children 4–12 w/parent/significant caregiver w/cancer. 1st Thurs.: 6:30–7:30 p.m. Conquer Support Group for adults w/ cancer. Siteman Cancer Cntr, Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hosp., 150 Entrance Way, St. Peters. Call 636.916.9920. 2nd Thurs.: 4 p.m. Support Group for Alzheimer’s Delmar Gardens, 7068 S. Outer 364, O’Fallon. Call: Jennifer Krpan, Ralph Covinsky 636.240.6100. 4th Thurs.: 6:30–8 p.m. Breast Cancer Support Group

Siteman Cancer Cntr, BarnesJewish St. Peters Hosp., 150 Entrance Way. 636.928.WELL (9355) or 800.392.0936. http:// siteman.bjsph.org. 3rd Sun. 12:45-1:45 p.m. Alzheimer’s Meeting Morning Star Church, 1600 Feise Rd., O’Fallon. Faith-based for caregivers, family of those w/ memory loss. 1.800.272.3900. Gateway to Hope Program Arranges care for individuals diagnosed w/breast cancer who are either uninsured or underinsured & 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 with breast cancer & cannot access treatment call Gateway to Hope at 314.569.1113 or visit www.gthstl.org.

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