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I have lived between Henry and Clarkson roads, since 1971, and have seen enormous growth on Manchester Road. This area is a thriving, bustling, commercially-driven suburb and not some bedroom community. Mr. Paul, since his bio states that he has business acumen, should understand the dynamics of economics. I decide where to shop with my dollars and if given the choice, and not an ideological choice, I will spend my dollars where I get a value. As of now, if I choose to shop at Walmart, I need to go to the Manchester, Eureka or Chesterfield stores and I will pay the tax at those locations. But in Ellisville, 600 votes have decided the fate of my dollars. When the smoke clears it is always the politicians that stand in the way of individual choices. The choice of placing the Walmart at Clarkson Road would be satisfied by building the store with the TIF, and if the 600 people who voted for Mr. Paul decide not to shop or pay the sales tax, then the economic and ideological choices of those people would satisfy Adam Smith’s “invisible hand” principle. Maybe the closing of the Best Buy may have a silver lining, because some entity will need to replace those tax dollars … maybe? If I had a business, then why would I come to Ellisville? The other issue to discuss regarding the Walmart in Ellisville is the 26 percent unemployment of people between the age of 18-25 that desperately need jobs … oh that’s right the union people voted for Mr. Speaking out in Paul and against the Walmart. But the old saying is: “you get the government you favor of Walmart deserve,” and I am witnessing the Chicago To the Editor: and current Washington D.C. way of thinkI have watched and listened to the argu- ing of economics … stagnation and decline, ment over Walmart for the last two months based on hope. as the political kabuki has reached a feverRobert T. Kerr ish pitch. Ellisville In the Ellisville mayoral election I am not surprised that only 1,500 total votes cast and only 600 votes cast for the winner, Speaking out Mr. Paul, have probably decided the fate of against Walmart the development. After reading Mr. Paul’s comments on the matter I can understand To the Editor: opposing the issue of the TIF, but how can The question as to whether or not Walone be against the Walmart? mart should be permitted to open a new It seems Mr. Paul believes, since he store in Ellisville should be answered by moved here from Chicago, that we live in first answering one simple question. Is it a some idyllic place such as Whoville. Per- good business decision for Ellisville? haps he thinks that some entity will magiThe decision could be made on an emocally appear with pixie dust and sprinkle tional basis. “I hate Walmart and I would it over the area and develop the area to never shop in one,” or ”I love Walmart and protect us from the evil “grinch,” i.e. Wal- would like to have one closer than those mart. already available.”
To the Editor: The residents of Ellisville made their opinions on the Walmart Tax Increment Financing (TIF) proposal clear in the April municipal elections. The two mayoral candidates who were opposed to the TIF received 72 percent of the vote. Yet members of the Ellisville City Council seem intent to move ahead with the TIF anyway. Who knows best? The public or the politicians? In this case, it is clearly the public. Developers and supporters of TIF often violate the “bird-in-the-hand” principle when arguing in favor of TIF. A TIF was used, a successful development was constructed; therefore, the TIF must have caused the successful project. Generally, the TIFs that advocates point to as successful examples went in to rapidly-growing areas, like Chesterfield, or perfectly located areas, like Brentwood, where developments almost certainly would have succeeded without a subsidy. They never point out cities like Crestwood or St. Ann, where the subsidies have led to extreme fiscal hardship. Economists almost universally agree that doling out tax subsidies for retail stores is poor public policy. The voters of Ellisville understand that. As the proposal approaches the final vote tonight (May 2), hopefully the Ellisville City Council will listen to its constituents. David Stokes Policy Analyst, Show-Me Institute
It could also be made based upon the false assumption that it would be a great opportunity to fill several vacant sites with one large user. Perhaps the thought is that it would provide additional revenue in the form of taxes (sales, real estate, etc.). However, none of those reasons would ultimately result in a good business decision. It is true that retail needs retail to be successful. However, retail needs supporting retail, not competing retail. Looking for gaps in the market will result in far greater success than looking for increased competition. The fact that businesses have failed along Manchester Road could be the result of too much competition for the same market. Slicing the pie into smaller pieces will not make anyone fat. There must be a balance of buyers and sellers. Rather than looking for more sellers, perhaps a better result could be achieved if efforts went into seeking more buyers in this retail-saturated market. Examples of creating more buyers would be residential, hospitals, office buildings, schools and the like. Walmart may bring additional tax revenue at first, but in the long run it will drive out existing businesses that are providing revenue, and it will increase the need for infrastructure in the form of roads and security as well as increased maintenance of nearby areas. The vacant sites that will result from other lost businesses will only create another problem over time. The incentives that are offered to Walmart, at the public’s expense, to open this store will eventually die off. At that time, Walmart will seek the same thing from another community, and Ellisville will be left with not only a huge vacant piece of land from the departure of Walmart, but also from the sites that Walmart caused other businesses to vacate. Walmart is a known bully. They bully their suppliers, vendors, employees, customers and communities in which they were given the opportunity to do business. Ellisville does not need this bully. This project will only benefit Walmart and the developer. It is great that the communities along Manchester Road from Route 141 to Wildwood are working together to create a master plan to sustain a viable retail community that meets the needs of its citizens. Walmart, however, does not conform to the concept that has been presented as being most desirable.
To the city fathers of Ellisville, I say stop chasing this bully and focus your efforts on supporting your current businesses and seek users who will benefit your community overall. Rod Gillies Wildwood
Isn’t there enough stuff to buy already? To the Editor: The cover of your recent issue of West Newsmagazine with an attractive woman holding several bags of purchases, and looking so happy at her surroundings, reminded me of the 1960s show “Green Acres” where Eva Gabor and her husband moved from New York to Hooterville and she didn’t have any place to shop–except to buy things from Mr. Haney. This is not the case here in West County. What can’t we already buy that isn’t available within 10 miles. There are automobiles from the least to those at the very top end. Clothes from the most economical to designer. Jewelry, building materials, food of all ethnic varieties, on and on, are all already available. How many more strip malls do we need that have all of what we already have available? Thank you, Wildwood City Council, for not bringing in a box store with still another enormous asphalt parking lot. In five years, when one of the other local communities decides to give a TIF to someone to attract business to their area, our box store would go out of business and we’d be stuck with another eyesore like the Warrenton Outlet Mall that many flocked to in the beginning but is now almost completely empty, or the growing number of vacancies all along Manchester Road created by mega shopping centers. Noel LaVanchy Wildwood
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CHESTERFIELD Tour de Parks Scavenger Hunt On Saturday, May 12, the Chesterfield Parks and Recreation Citizen Advisory Committee will sponsor a free scavenger hunt and Civic Orchestra concert. The scavenger hunt will take place between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and begin at the Central Park Pavilion, 16365 Lydia Hill Drive, where participants will pick up rules and their first clue. Participants will visit several city parks to pick up clues directing them to points of interest within each park. Individuals must provide their own transportation. Prizes will be awarded by random drawing at the Chesterfield Amphitheater, 631 Veteran’s Place Drive, at 8 p.m., prior to the orchestra concert. All those completing the course within the time limit will be entered to win.
CREVE COEUR Committee members sought for three-year terms The City Council appoints new members to committees on an annual basis with the majority occurring in June with terms beginning on July 1. Each term is for three years with term limits of three consecutive terms. Applications are now being accepted for the following: • Economic Development Commission • Employee Pension Board of Trustees • Finance Committee • Historic Preservation Committee • Horticulture, Environment and Beauti fication Committee • Parks and Recreation Committee • Police and Safety Committee • Storm Water Committee The application deadline for terms beginning in July is May 21. To be considered to serve on a board, committee or commission, submit your resume or biography and a letter of interest to dryan@ci.crevecoeur.mo.us or complete the application form online at creve-coeur.org. For more information, call (314) 872-2517.
TOWN & COUNTRY Clayton Road improvements Described as a “long time coming,”
improvements to Clayton Road – with an end goal of repaving the road in its current lane configuration from Hwy. 141 on the west to the city limits near Bopp Road on the east – are currently underway. Part of the project includes adding an 8-feet wide asphalt trail on the north side of Clayton Road from Longview Farm Park heading east to I-270 where it switches to the south side and continues on to Bopp Road. An additional phase of the project involves the installation of pedestrian facilities across the existing bridge over Hwy. 141 connecting the sidewalk on the north side of Clayton Road at Old Woods Mill Road to the signalized intersection at Woods Mill and Clayton roads. Extensive landscaping will complete the trail project and help to protect the privacy of individual homeowners along the route.
WILDWOOD Newly appointed The Wildwood City Council on April 23 elected Councilmember Michele Bauer (Ward 8) as mayor pro tempore. Bauer will take over the role of mayor in the event of Mayor Tim Woerther’s absence. The Council also elected Councilmember David Geile (Ward 1) to the position of City Council liaison for the Planning & Zoning Commission.
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EPA’s decision to withdraw proposed dioxin guidelines leaves Wildwood confused
By SARAH WILSON The Environmental Protection Agency’s decision to withdraw its proposed guidelines for cleaning up dioxin-contaminated soil at polluted sites has left Wildwood officials wondering how the decision will affect the city’s Bliss-Ellisville Superfund site. According to an EPA-issued press statement, “the interim guidelines (in place since December 2009) were no longer necessary because its (the EPA’s) recent release of a dioxin oral reference dose in the agency’s Integrated Risk Information System would be used instead to inform dioxin-contaminated site cleanup decisions.”
Dubruiel said he had not heard directly from the EPA on the matter. The only documents that were provided to the Council were a couple of articles from some professional journals that the city’s Environmental Council brought to his attention. “As you can hear from our discussion (at the April 16 Council work session meeting), nobody is too sure what this means,” Dubruiel said. “We’re still trying to piece together what the overall implications are of the EPA’s action.” Dubruiel said Region 7 EPA officials, who have jurisdiction over the Bliss-Ellisville Superfund site, including the Strecker Forest property, told the city that it probably According to the EPA’s Web page on should not have any implication directly Toxicity Assessment: “The basic objective over what they are doing in preparation of of a toxicity assessment is to identify what their follow-up report, especially since the adverse health effects a chemical causes regulations have not yet gone into effect. “But it is premature to characterize it at and how the appearance of these adverse effects depends on exposure level (dose). this point,” Dubruiel said. The EPA earlier this year had evaluated The toxic effects of a chemical frequently depend on the route of exposure (oral, inha- potential health risks to workers involved lation or dermal) and the duration of expo- in the demolition of three abandoned structures that are located on the proposed sure (subchronic, chronic or lifetime).” But this definition of an “oral dose” only Strecker Forest subdivision adjacent to the clarifies part of the statement. Questions still Ellisville Superfund Site, which remains remain over exactly what reference would on the EPA’s National Priority List. Dust samples were collected from the former be used in evaluating the Wildwood site. At presstime, City Administrator Dan Primm residence and the Dozier residence
and garage, and based on that data, the EPA said the demolition of the three structures would not present significant health risks from exposure to dioxins and furans. Therefore, no special precautions or additional protective gear were required to conduct the demolition, which began on April 23. Dubruiel said the EPA still plans on releasing its report on Strecker Forest by the beginning of May. “At this point, that’s their target,” Dubruiel said. The EPA for more than 20 years had been working to complete a comprehensive scientific review of the potential health risks of exposure to dioxins and in February, released its final non-cancer dioxin assessment. The agency said its assessment could be used in establishing cleanup levels at Superfund sites or reviewing the dioxin drinking water standard. Various agencies questioned the EPA about its preliminary dioxin remediation goals, including the American Chemistry Council, which called the review “flawed” and said it provides no public health benefit and conflicts with congressional reforms. Also in opposition were the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the United States Department of Defense and the National Association of Manufacturers.
Ellisville residents form alliance against Walmart TIF legislation By SARAH WILSON A group of concerned Ellisville residents called the Ellisville Article 9 Alliance is seeking to prevent the controversial Walmart-TIF project from passing – and take action against the city if and when it does pass. The group had its first meeting at West County Lanes. The discussion centered on three topics: how to remove elected officials who support the project, pending legislation that could change the direction of the project and how to stop the city from utilizing eminent domain. “This is what I like to call direct democracy in action,” said organizer Elizabeth Schmidt. “As you know, our elected leaders by and large here in Ellisville are not listening to us regarding the Walmart TIF, so we’re going to have to take matters into our own hands under the city charter, which allows us to do that.” Article 9 of the city charter includes initiative, referendum and recall, which gives voters the ability to propose or reject ordinances, require the Council to reconsider an ordinance or recall an elected official.
The Ellisville City Council on April 18 approved the first reading of three bills regarding the proposed project. If approved, the developer, Sansone Group, for up to 23 years would finance the improvements by taking 50 percent of new sales tax revenue from the project, which includes a $15 million incentive package to install a 150,000-square-foot Walmart store on Manchester Road. The project would cost $49 million to complete. The redevelopment area currently is occupied by Clarkchester Apartments, Westgate Animal Hospital, Valvoline LC Auto Service and the former Moore Kia Mitsubishi dealership. The Council’s decision arose right after the Best Buy in Ellisville announced it would be closing its doors, which some councilmembers said affected their vote. Schmidt stressed that the Best Buy in Ellisville was a smaller neighborhood store that could not compete with the bigger Best Buy in the Manchester Highlands. “Now, Walmart wants to put in a smaller standalone store in Ellisville only a few miles from their superstore in the Highlands,” Schmidt said. “They’re competing
with themselves. It doesn’t make sense.” David Stokes, a policy analyst from the Show-Me Institute, applauded the group for standing up and fighting. “It’s inspiring to see people fight back against tax subsidies and giveaways,” Stokes said. He said there is a bill before the state legislature called Senate Bill 721 that would remove the authority from cities in St. Louis County and St. Charles County to override the TIF commission, so it would basically take away the ability of Ellisville to say yes if the county TIF commission says no. He said the bill has passed in the Senate and currently is in the House committee. Ed O’Reilly, former mayor of Ellisville, was one of the participants at the meeting and commented that, at the Council meeting on April 18, Councilmember Troy Pieper (District 2) said the city’s budget was cut by a third in the past year. “I want to let you know that if he was Pinocchio, he’d have a long nose,” O’Reilly said. “There’s a good reserve. The city’s solid, and it’s not a third. … It’s crazy to give public money to private
individuals, and that’s been proven time and time again. “The sky is not falling. You’ve got the money. You’ve got the reserve. You’re in good shape.” Participants divided themselves among their individual wards to organize an effort to collect the signatures of registered voters in an effort to recall individual councilmembers. The group also began organizing a petition for an ordinance to protect individual homes from eminent domain. Schmidt said residents can contact their elected officials and urge them to vote no and then stand up at the next Council meeting to make sure everyone hears what they have to say. The second reading of the proposed legislation is scheduled for May 2, but Schmidt said the vote has the potential to be delayed. “I have every faith that (Mayor) Adam Paul will try his hardest,” Schmidt said. “What you have to understand is that Paul and Michelle Murray got 72 percent of the vote. That speaks to how the voters of Ellisville feel about this TIF.”
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By JIM ERICKSON The Ballwin Board of Aldermen has put one controversial issue to rest but agreed to review another one further after a number of residents expressed concerns about it. On a 6-1 vote, the Board opted not to proceed on a proposal to permit the raising of chickens in residential backyards. Alderman Mark Harder voted against scuttling the request, noting that he believed such a decision was premature and merited more study. Sparking the most debate and citizen comment during the Board’s more than three-hour meeting was a proposal from Allied Waste asking the city for a 10-year contract to provide solid waste and trash pickup services for local residents. Allied’s current agreement runs until 2015, but a new pact would replace the existing one and extend it through 2022. The Ballwin Board heard the request at its meeting in early April and scheduled a public hearing on the measure at its April 23 session. At the public hearing, seven residents opposed the 10-year agreement. Among the reasons given were that a contract that long should be open for competitive bidding, cost increases scheduled in upcoming years, and that the more automated trash pickup that would go into effect in 2013 would increase the likelihood of debris flying around on windy days. The size of containers provided to residents for more efficient trash pickup also will pose storage and handling problems, it was argued. Tony Lamantia, manager of business development/municipal services for Republic Services, which owns Allied, said the more automated pickup has been well accepted in communities where it is in use already. He also noted that cost savings from the new system and from a proposed conversion of collection trucks to use natural gas instead
of diesel fuel will be passed along to consumers in the form of rates lower than they would be without the changes. In response to a question from the Board, Lamantia said Allied would pick up items that didn’t fit in containers provided to residents, as long as a customer didn’t abuse the practice of putting such objects in the trash. Robert Jones, city attorney, noted the proposed contract has no provision enabling the city to cancel the agreement, other than for non-performance – a reason not always easy to prove in court. However, the current pact with Allied is worded similarly, meaning the city could not now easily terminate it and seek competitive bids. Alderman Frank Fleming cited the good working relationship the city has had with Allied and questioned going out for bids now, even if it were possible. On a similar note, Alderman Jim Leahy observed, “(Ballwin residents) have three priorities – streets, leaves and deer. Whatever way we go, we better be careful.” Leahy’s reference to “leaves” involves the city’s popular curbside collection during the fall. As part of its contract, Allied hauls away those loads at no cost to the city. Fleming added that he would like to see a provision in any new contract enabling the city to cancel the agreement at any time with a 30-day notice. The Board ultimately approved a move authorizing city officials to meet with Allied to reconsider the contract proposal, including the possibility of a term shorter than 10 years and the 30-day cancellation provision. ••• The raising of chickens in backyards drew opposition from one resident during the citizen comment period, and Alderman Kathy Kerlagon reported that a quick survey she had made of contacts in her ward revealed 96 percent opposed the proposal. Alderman Michael Finley noted he could see some beneficial aspects, but wasn’t sure the concept would be well received by most residents. Mayor Tim Pogue was more pointed in his opposition. “If I came home and found chickens in my neighbor’s backyard, I’d be upset,” he asserted. Chickens belong on a farm, not in Ballwin, he added. Jones reported that he had checked an ordinance approved in Creve Coeur, one of several area communities that now allow keeping chickens in residential backyards. However, he said he has concerns about how any such measure could be effectively monitored and enforced.
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Ballwin considers two remodeling projects, gives go-ahead to assessment process By JIM ERICKSON A new and more functional look may be coming soon to two buildings in which the city of Ballwin conducts its business. The Ballwin Board of Aldermen has approved hiring the JEMA architectural and planning firm of St. Louis to assess how the Government Center building on Manchester Road and the aldermanic meeting room in the Donald “Red” Loehr building on Park Drive can be remodeled to handle various city functions. The assessment will be the first of what JEMA views as three project steps, and aldermen approved the $24,500 cost for the initial phase. The city purchased what is now the Government Center from Charter Communications in 1996, remodeling it then to accommodate administrative functions as well as activities of the city engineer. The city engineer’s offices moved to their current location at 200 Park Drive in 2002, but in 2010 the municipal court moved into the Center, bringing with it the need for substantial and secure records storage. To meet state standards, the court’s computer system also must be secure from unauthorized access. Other shortcomings to be evaluated in the JEMA study include: • deterioration in the barrel vault skylight and wasted floor space beneath it along the Center’s front
• no public access to restrooms, an especially troublesome situation during the winter when restrooms in nearby Vlasis Park are closed • security for front desk personnel while maintaining a friendly environment • space for personnel and for storing supplies and financial records as well as court documents • a small and poorly located work and mail room • energy-inefficient windows throughout the building. In addition, the aldermanic meeting room suffers from poor acoustics, lacks adequate access for individuals with disabilities and has no audiovisual capabilities. Security also is a concern and there is no separate access for aldermen and other officials. Phase 1 plans call for a detailed needs assessment. Department heads and other key officials also will review design concepts at a workshop and JEMA will prepare basic plans and cost estimates for two alternative approaches. If the city decides to proceed, Phase 2 will include in-depth design and construction plans of the preferred concept and assisting with the bidding process. A third phase will involve construction oversight and supervision. Based on JEMA’s preliminary estimates, the remodeling work will cost about $1 million.
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On April 24, Police Chief Ray Johnson changed places with Carleigh Murphy, a fifth grade DARE student from Ascension Catholic School in Chesterfield. Arriving at the school at 10 a.m., Johnson sat in for Murphy during her morning class before heading to lunch at California Pizza Kitchen. After lunch, Murphy switched roles with Johnson and presided over a Police Command Carleigh Murphy celebrates being named “Chief for a Day” as Chesterfield Police Chief Ray Johnson looks on. staff meeting. The Chief for a Day program was instituted 15 years ago to recognize one lucky DARE student each year. The students must write an essay detailing how they would perform as Chief of Police. Johnson then reads the essays and selects the winner, who also receives an airbrushed, Chief of Police shirt as well as a number of other police items from the Chesterfield Police Department.
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By CAROL ENRIGHT Just six days before Earth Day, on April 16, Jim and Frances Babb of Clarkson Valley filed a suit against the city of Clarkson Valley and the Missouri Public Service Commission (PSC) challenging the city’s refusal to issue a special use permit to install solar panels on their home. The Babbs were joined in their suit by the Missouri Solar Energy Industries Association (MOSEIA), an association of companies that design and install solar energy systems. Ameren Missouri approved the Babbs’ plans for a solar system in November. But the Clarkson Valley Board of Aldermen unanimously rejected the Babbs’ application for a special use permit in March due to concerns voiced by neighbors about the aesthetics of the panels and their potential effect on property values. According to the Babbs’ attorney, Steve Jeffery, at the heart of the suit is the idea of preemption. In 2008, Missouri voters approved Missouri Proposition C, which established a renewable energy standard for the state. As a result, the Missouri Public Service Commission put in place stringent standards “on residential solar systems who have a contract with an electric utility that has to supply so much of its electricity from renewable sources,” said Jeffery. Jeffery said that because the Babbs have a contract with Ameren and the solar system complies with the PSC standards, “any attempt by a local government either to impose additional or more stringent regulations on that activity are preempted and the local government can’t do that.” Dane Glueck is president of MOSEIA and StraightUp Solar, a company that designs and installs solar energy systems. Glueck said he’s hoping the Babbs’ lawsuit results in some clear standards for installing residential solar panels. “It’s difficult for solar installers or homeowners when there’s a complete lack of clarity for how you go about getting approval for a system. Whether it be Clarkson Valley or other municipalities, there’s a patchwork of different ordinances – some that are clear, some that are not clear, some that are case by case – and it really makes it difficult from a solar installer perspective to help customers through the process when there’s not a process in place,” Glueck said. Glueck blames “a lack of information about solar” for some residents’ fears that solar panels may adversely impact property values. “Typically, when we install it (a solar panel system) in a neighborhood, the homeowner gets more positive feedback from their neighbors than the opposite,” said Glueck.
At least one Clarkson Valley resident wouldn’t mind at all if his neighbors installed solar panels on their homes. “If you put solar panels on my house and every house around me, I wouldn’t give it a second thought,” said Ed Glanz. “All I would do is tip my cap to my neighbor and say, ‘What a forward thinking, interesting person embracing new technology.’” Clarkson Valley’s neighbor, the city of Chesterfield, invested about $300,000 last year in an array of solar tubes that heat the water in the City Hall boilers. Chesterfield
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Wildwood Historical Society, Architectural Review Board clash over historic site By SARAH WILSON The Wildwood Historical Society’s request to expand its meeting space at an existing historical building (Hencken House) brought the society and the city’s Architectural Review Board before the City Council on April 23 in an attempt to settle a design dispute. The addition would be placed on a building that was constructed in the early 1900s, first used as a chicken coop and currently used as a meeting place for the society. The proposed design of the addition would incorporate the existing building and cause the chicken coop to increase in size, changing its current appearance. Martha Bunch, museum director for the society, said the intent of the addition is to mimic the Fox Hollow School that was built in 1916. However, after reviewing the initial design, the ARB rejected it. Existing guidelines state that when adding onto an historic building, the elements should be separated and connected by another structural element. At the request of the ARB, the society went back to the drawing board and offered a revised design that included a separate building for the addition with a connecting structure to the chicken coop. That design was unanimously approved by the ARB. However, the society has since decided not to proceed with the revised design, opting instead to appeal the city’s original action. It was this clash that brought the society and ARB to the City Council meeting. At the meeting, Bunch argued that the ARB’s requirement to use a portico to attach the chicken coop to the new meeting hall did not apply because “the chicken coop is not historic.” “It is a supported building, and a proposed portico removes needed square footage in our meeting hall due to our physical restraints,” she said. “The current lack of space in the coop in the ARB’s design, which is less square footage than the society’s plan, will not allow us to accommodate programs we would like to bring to the community.” Joan Schmid, vice president of the Wildwood Historical Society, said that she was not at the meeting to make anyone angry, but rather to move forward with the society’s plan for the community room.
“We, the majority, are here to ask your approval of our workable plan that was drafted by professionals and verified by a professional architect,” Schmid said. “Our plan makes sense, common sense. Our plan will make maximum use of the minimum space we have available. Our plan makes sense economically. We can share not only the bathrooms but also the heating and air conditioning system. “Our plan makes sense architecturally. The addition complements and completes our current building.” Caryl Kinsey-Fox, chair of the ARB and a registered architect, countered. “As architects, we especially embrace the society’s goal of helping to maintain and preserve homes, buildings and other structures and sites,” she said. “Through our review of this proposal, I believe that the ARB has only attempted to help the society maintain the character of this addition as part of the Hencken Place - Damhorst Toy Factory site.” She also suggested that pulling the meeting room away from the chicken coop might save construction costs. “The Council has every right to ignore the advice of the ARB, however, the board feels strongly that this addition will diminish the historic nature of the property rather than to add to its character,” she said. City Administrator Dan Dubruiel said this is an unusual request because for the past 16 and a half years, proposed designs submitted to the ARB have always been resolved. Councilmember Debra Smith McCutchen (Ward 5) said, “It seems to me that both sides have legitimate concerns, and personally, I’d like to see them go back to the table and try and resolve this issue between them and not make it a Council matter. “I think it’s better to take the time and try to get a consensus and try to come up with something that’s worth it for everybody, rather than trying to rush this through.” But Councilmember Ron James (Ward 6) said he would just like to see it move forward. “It’s just getting held up and held up and held up,” James said. “Pretty soon we’re going to run out of time because once they go to the county, that’s when the clock starts.” The Council voted to postpone any action until its next meeting on May 14.
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Westminster head of school announces resignation after 27 years this change for both the school and me.” He said for five years he has been on the faculty of The Van Lunen Center in Grand Rapids, Mich., an organization that trains heads of faith-based schools who are new to their leadership positions. “It’s a great program, and I’m in conversation with (them) about increasing my leadership role there after I step down,” Marsh said. “... I will also become more involved with international Christian education.” Marsh has been instrumental in developing Westminster as a “global school.” In March, the Town & Country school announced that it would be helping to Westminster Head of School Jim Marsh establish Westminster International School Thailand, a K-12 Christian school in subBy SARAH WILSON urban Bangkok that will break ground this After 27 years of serving the Westmin- June. Marsh said he foresees the same kind ster Christian Academy community, Head of relationship in Thailand that Westminster of School Jim Marsh recently announced currently has with its sister school, Saemmul that he would be stepping down at the end Christian Academy, in Seoul, South Korea. of the 2012-2013 school year. In retirement, Marsh said he “would be “I just reached that point where I’m at a hoping for some opportunities to continue certain age – I’ll be 66 next July when I do (his) role in helping new Christian schools step down – and just feel like it’s a good get going, even internationally.” time for Westminster to seek new leader“Those are specific ways that I can help ship and for me to look for other oppor- schools or school leaders to grow after I tunities to continue to serve the cause of step down and is really what I’m hoping Christian education,” Marsh said. “The and praying for.” timing just seems to be right for making He said he would always treasure the
blessing it has been “to lead and serve in a Christian community so willing to take bold steps of faith and give so generously of time, talent and resources.” “I’m just grateful for 27 years to be a part of shaping goals, visions and dreams for Westminster; to be able to continue to improve, to provide more and better opportunities for our kids and to see very consistent growth over a 27-year period of time,” Marsh said. Before coming to Westminster, Marsh served as the head of school at Fort Lauderdale Christian School in Florida for six years and prior to that, was a teacher and coach in Grand Rapids, Mich., and Miami, Fla. “Basically, I’ve been in education my whole life,” Marsh said. Steven Linton, president of Westminster’s Board of Directors, said – in a special message in regard to Marsh’s announcement– that the history of Westminster will always be directly associated with Marsh. He said Marsh’s accomplishments are too numerous to list, but his most recent major accomplishment is evident in the school’s move to its Town & Country campus this school year. “His belief in Christian education, incredible vision and love for the Westminster community have made the school what it is today,” Linton said. “From the beginning, Jim has emphasized that Westminster
Christian Academy needs to prepare students to ‘engage the world and change it for Jesus Christ.’ He has never wavered from that view, and I believe that through Jim’s leadership, and through the faculty and staff that he has surrounded himself with over the years, Westminster has done just that.” Marsh said his hope for the school, once he leaves, is that the new campus will provide additional possibilities and opportunities that will enable Westminster to have even bigger visions, dreams and impacts in the future. “I hope it will impact the lives of our students who will continue on this journey to become better than we once were, which is our definition of excellence,” Marsh said. “So I would hope and pray that we would just move in that direction, honor God and do our best to become better in what we do.” Linton said the Board has begun the search for a new head of school. “This is my life: It’s God and my family and work,” Marsh said. “I love what I do, and I’ve always been excited to get up in the morning and come to school. Twentyseven years is a long time. So much of my life and career is really wrapped up in Westminster. I wouldn’t have it any other way. I just feel very privileged and feel like the luckiest guy in the world to have been a part of all of this.”
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Holy Infant student Anthony Delia, of Ballwin, was among 22 elementary, middle and high school students from across Missouri who were awarded prizes in the 2012 Creative Original Music Project. As a reward for the students’ work, they got the chance to perform their winning compositions on April 21 at the Creating Original Music Project Festival at the University of Missouri. The composers and their schools received cash prizes. High school winners also received a scholarship to attend Mizzou’s summer music composition camp. COMP is a joint venture of the University of Missouri School of Music and the Sinquefield Charitable Foundation, which provides an annual gift of $50,000 to sponsor the competition. The program was created to encourage students in Missouri to write original musical works and to encourage performances of those works. The 2012 competition had a total of 94 entries in eight different categories, with winners ranging in age from 8-18.
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She expects to complete her master’s degree in educational administration in December. Schott replaces Tracy Lenk, who was named the assistant principal at Barbeau Wild Horse Elementary. Kimberly Harrick – Administrative Intern of Uthoff Valley Elementary. Harrick has served the Rockwood School District for the past 20 years. She currently is in her third year Krey as the administrative intern at Ridge Meadows Elementary. Prior to that, she served as an instructional technology resource teacher for five years and a secondgrade teacher at Ridge Schott Meadows Elementary for 12 years. She also has worked as an assistant adjunct professor at Webster University. She holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Southern Illinois University Edwards- Harrick ville, a master’s degree in teaching from Webster University and an education specialist degree from Webster University.
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Geggie blood drive Volunteers are encouraged to give blood from 2-7 p.m. on Thursday, May 3 at Geggie Elementary’s Third Annual Blood Drive, sponsored by The Character Kids Council. With the help of parents, staff and community members, Geggie hopes to collect more than 75 pints of blood. The blood drive is a school-wide effort. Students will greet donors, talk with donors while they donate, and help promote the event. In addition, each student is encouraged to find an adult volunteer to give blood to support the theme of the blood drive, “I Stand for You.” To participate, register online at redcrossblood.org and enter the sponsor code: Geggie, or call (800) RED-CROSS. Appointments are encouraged, but walkins are welcome. Bring a photo ID.
eCybermission success Two student teams from Crestview’s Academic Stretch classes earned first and second place in the eCybermission competition, which is sponsored by the U.S. Army. Through the competition, students had the opportunity to demonstrate their creativity, problem-solving skills and understanding of scientific and engineering design process as they developed solutions for real-world community problems. The project that students Vinai Kumar, Michelle Li and Jacob Malven developed was awarded first in state. Using robotic concepts, the students came up with the idea of a scanner that uses wavelengths of light to diagnose potential skin abnormalities consistent with non-melanoma skin cancer. The
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Outstanding citizenship Marquette High student Ravali Gummi and Eureka High student Connor Tinen were among 15 students in the state to receive the 2012 Outstanding Achievement in Citizenship Award. “We are excited for these students to receive statewide recognition for their exemplary citizenship,” Dr. Jim Wipke, executive director of secondary education for the Rockwood School District, said. “To have two students selected for this award is a reflection of the students’ hard work and the academic and extracurricular opportunities available to Rockwood students.” Students are selected on the basis of their academic achievement in civics and government courses, performance in civics and government-related extracurricular activities and exemplary community service. Students also must submit an essay about the importance of citizenship.
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Parkway Central Middle teacher Paul Holzen (right) with his band, Sidewinder, performs at the White House. (Photo credit: Senior Master Sgt. Mary-Dale Amison, courtesy of Band of the Central States)
By SARAH WILSON When first lady Michelle Obama invited Parkway Central Middle teacher Paul Holzen’s military band, Sidewinder, to play at the White House, the band eagerly jumped at the chance. As part of the one-year anniversary of Obama’s and Dr. Jill Biden’s Joining Forces initiative, a program that honors those in the military and their families, the band shared a once-in-a-lifetime experience – performing on the White House lawn. “They liked the way we sounded and liked the way our band’s message was that of support for the troops and troop morale,”
Holzen said. Sidewinder is part of the 571st Air National Guard Band of the Central States, stationed at Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is attached to the 131st Bomb Wing. The band garnered national attention after a performance in the Middle East went viral on YouTube. As one of the founding members of the band, Holzen said its purpose is to help boost troop morale. “We want to just basically preserve musical heritage but also bring music to the troops and at the same time provide a
favorable view of the military to the public,” Holzen said. “In other words, we’re kind of representing (the) excellence that is present throughout the International Guard.” Holzen said playing at the White House was an unforgettable experience. “Oh my goodness; (it’s) really a dream come true for any military band to have the privilege of playing at the White House, especially for the person we were performing for,” Holzen said. “It was a great chance for us to do what we usually do in a setting that was extraordinary and to be able to support a really terrific initiative that all of us believe in.” In addition to working as a teacher and Parkway band director, Holzen is a member of the 571st Air Force Band in St. Louis, and has performed on five continents, including a 2006 tour of duty in Iraq, Kuwait and surrounding areas. He said how he finds time to do both is “the million dollar question.” “Obviously we wear different hats at different times, so when we’re working for the military, we wear that hat and kind of keep our thoughts in that direction, and when I’m here at Parkway Central Middle, I’m zoned in on that,” Holzen said. “We try to compartmentalize our thinking so we can do a good job in the present.”
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He said Sidewinder is looking forward to getting the message out to people to support the troops and bringing its musical product to a lot of audiences. “It’s really exciting to prepare for these regional or local performances knowing that people will have seen our band at the bigger venue and be excited about hearing us,” Holzen said. Among the band’s upcoming local performances is a free July 4 performance during the Whitaker Music Festival at the Missouri Botanical Garden. “I feel like I’m doing what I do best for my country, and I’m a pretty patriotic person,” Holzen said. “I feel like all of us in the band are in the service in the truest sense of the word. We’re serving, and we’re musicians. That’s our specialty. So we serve and give back to the public and to the troops musically, whereas other people are doing it with supplies or air support or things like that. I feel like I’m doing my part, and that’s very satisfying.” Holzen attended the University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory of Music and holds a bachelor’s degree in music education from the University of MissouriSt. Louis and a master’s degree in music from Webster University.
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High school girls track and field The Henle Holmes Invitational record for the triple jump stood since 1980. Make way for the new record holder – Parkway Central’s Paige Nelson. At the recent Henle Holmes Invitational at Parkway Central, Nelson set a meet record with a distance of 37 feet, 4 1/2 inches that also is a Parkway Central record. The old mark was held by Kendra Phal, who had a distance of 35-6.75. In addition to breaking the meet record, Colts coach Ryan Banta said Nelson set the school record a couple weeks before at the Wentzville Holt meet. “The school record she broke has been around since 1980. It was our oldest school record,” Banta said. At the Holmes Invitational, it was a bad day for performing. Banta said “it was ugly, cold and rainy.” Plus, Nelson also competed in the 200-meter final, 4x100 and 4x200 relays. “She toughed out her fatigue and nailed a great jump,” Banta said. “Funny thing about her performance is she almost jumped out the back of the sandy pit as she was still using the closet board to jump off of for her triple jump. At that point she realized its time to move back to the next board or she is going to jump out of the pit.
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When you start jumping out of the pit you must be pretty good.” Nelson has already accomplished success as a sprinter in the 100- and 200-meter dash for the Colts. Along with her open events, she also was a member of both all-state 4x100 and 4x200 meter relays last season. Banta said he sees no reason she can’t go further. ••• Eureka freshman Hannah Long had a debut to remember last fall in cross country and she’s continuing to shine in track and field this spring. At the recent Henle Holmes Invitational, Long ran in the 1,600-meter race for the first time ever. She showed her running savvy by finishing with a record time of 4 minutes, 55.56 seconds. The old meet record stood for 11 years before Long toppled it. Coach Darrell Lewis said he was not surprised by Long’s performance. “We knew that Hannah was capable of setting the record,” Lewis said. “Henle Holmes is a very competitive meet. Each year some of the top runners in the state are there. For the record to have stood for 11 years shows how good it was. For Hannah to be able to break it on a cold and rainy night was very impressive.” Long accomplished her record going against Kirkwood’s Hannah Richardson. “While this is not a school record, it was
a personal best for Hannah,” Lewis said. In the race, Lewis said Long was able to break away from the pack about 300 meters into the race. From that point forward, she ran alone up front. “Hannah is one of the most talented athletes I have ever had the opportunity to coach,” Long said. “What is so impressive about Hannah is not that she is so talented, but that she is also one of the hardest working athletes I have ever seen. When you have her talent and her work ethic great things are bound to happen.” ••• The Metro League Championships were held at Lutheran South on April 20. Team scores were: MICDS 152, Lutheran South 130, Villa Duchesne 112, Westminster 75, John Burroughs 74, Principia 59, and Lutheran North 38. Here are the first-place winners: 400-Courtney Powell, Westminster, 1:01.0; 100 Hurdles-Madison Mann, MICDS, 16.01; 300 Hurdles-Madison Mann, MICDS, 46.43; 4x100-MICDS, 52.91; 4x200-MICDS, 1:50.70; 4x400-MICDS, 4:14.63; Long Jump-Powell, Westminster, 15-11; Pole Vault-Haley Pryor, MICDS, 11-0; Triple Jump-Raven Lingard, MICDS, 32-8.
High school water polo The Parkway West Longhorns finished second in the recent DeSmet Invitational. The Longhorns lost 10-4 to Fenwick Catholic, a team from Chicago. Fenwick
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is the eight-time defending champions in Illinois. Parkway West coach, Charlie Cutelli, said he was pleased with how his youngsters performed. “It was our best finish at the tournament to date,” Cutelli said. “It has become one of the top tournaments in the area the past couple of years, so it was exciting to finish so high.” Cutelli noted the “field was very strong” with St. Louis powers DeSmet, MICDS and St. Louis University High competing as well as Fenwick and Florida’s Belen Jesuit, the 2009 tournament champion.
High school boys golf The Webster Cup tournament at Crescent Farms Golf Club is one of the top tests in the spring. It also is where CBC senior Kevin Groppe picked up the first medalist honors in his varsity career. Gropped shot an evenpar 72 to win the tournament by a stroke. CBC coach Scott Pingel said he expected good things from Groppe and his Cadet has produced. “My expectations have never changed for Kevin,” Pingel said. “I expect him to be our No. 1 and we talk about being consistent. His game struggled early on, but now it is coming around. This win will provide him with the knowledge that he can compete in big tournaments and do well. DeSmet repeated at the Webster Cup champion. The Spartans and Chaminade
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High school boys track and field CBC won the recent the All-Catholic Meet at Chaminade. The Cadets finished first with 151 points. DeSmet was second at 130. The other teams scores were: St. Louis University High (80), Chaminade (45), DuBourg and St. Dominic (38), Vianney (33), Duchesne (17) and Priory (16). Second-year CBC coach Brandon Tripp said he had high expectations going into the meet. “We entered the meet in hopes of posting some better marks across the board,” Tripp said. “The All-Catholic meet has always been a very good meet for us competitionwise.” CBC junior Bert Birdsall won the 400meter dash in 50.05 seconds. Junior Jamal Robinson won the 100- and 200-meter dashes. In the 100, Robinson won in 11.01, to shade De Smet’s Durron Neal, who will be going to Oklahoma this fall to play football. Robinson won the 200 in 22.25. In addition to those wins, CBC also won the 800- and 1,600-relay races. Darryl Sadderfield won the triple jump with a distance of 42-6. Jake Helt captured the 3200-meter
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run in 9:54.8. Senior Dalton Demos, who is going to Coastal Carolina this fall for football, won the long jump in 21-2.5. ••• The Lancers picked up a big win by capturing the Henle Holmes Invitational for the second year in a row. Lafayette scored 107.5 points to finish way ahead of Kirkwood (75.5), Eureka (74) and host Parkway Central (67). In the 200-meter dash, Chris Caldwell won in 22.92 seconds. “It was not a school record or a personal best, but he competed well in less than perfect weather conditions,” said Lafayette coach, Matthew Warren. The 800-meter relay team of Devon Hampton, Chris Orange, Deonte Robinson and Caldwell also took first place with a time of 1:30.33. Junior Kenny Boyer won the discus with a throw of 158-3. “It was a season’s best,” Warren said about Boyer’s toss. “He is really coming on as of late. This is a big win as he continues to progress and get better and better each week.” ••• The first Metro League championships were held at Lutheran South on April 20. The team scores were: Lutheran South 161, John Burroughs 134.5, MICDS 123.5, Lutheran North 81.5, Principia 73, Westminster Christian Academy 40.5 and Priory 29. Here are the winners: 100-Isaiah Laster, Principia, 11.42; 200-Laster, Principia, 22.97; 800- Ethan Mathew, John Burroughs, and Chris Brown, MICDS, 2:07.39 (tie); 4x800-MICDS, 8:50.08. High JumpJoe Pasque, Priory, 6-0; Long Jump-Aaron Francis, MICDS, 19-1; Pole Vault-Conrad Bollinger, Principia, 14-0; and Triple Jump-Aaron Francis, MICDS, 40-9.5.
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Defending Class 2 champion seeks more on the golf course By WARREN MAYES For Whitfield senior golfer Mitchell Rutledge good is not enough. “The spring has been fairly consistent so far. Most of my rounds have been right around par,” Rutledge said. “With that being said, my spring has been OK, but not great.” Coach Harold Barker is not quite as hard on Rutledge. “Mitch is playing very well,” Barker said. “He tied for second in the very tough Bulldog Battle at WingHaven Country Club. He has medaled in four matches this season and just won the Festus Invitation at Crown Pointe Golf Course.” Rutledge also won state last spring by eight strokes, with a two-day total of 145. Whitfield won the team title. “Winning state was amazing,” Rutledge said. “It was great to win as a team and to pick up the individual title. I never go into a tournament thinking about results. I look at it as an opportunity to get better and become more mentally tough. Still, a special moment from his championship sticks out in his mind. “The thing I will remember most will probably be the walk down the 18th fairway when I knew that I had a fairly large lead. It was a pretty special moment in my life.” That was then. This is now. Rutledge wants to end his high school career on a high note. He will attend Michigan State to play Big Ten golf in the fall. “It was a relief,” Rutledge said about making his decision early. “But I also realized that I have a lot of work to do and my senior year will not be a time to slack off and just coast. I knew that if I wanted to be a contender and potentially win a collegiate tournament one day, my game cannot have many weak areas.” It’s powerful motivation for his last spring as a Warrior. “I have never worked more efficiently on my game than I have my senior year,” Rutledge said. “This year is very important to me because I want to be a high level collegiate player next year and right now is when I really need to begin my preparation.” As co-captain with Jake Andrews, Barker described Rutledge as “an excellent teammate.” “As for work ethic, Mitch has been leading by example being the first to practice and the last one to leave,” Barker said. “He has been putting in a lot of extra work on the weekends as well.” To help prepare for this season, Rutledge said he played a busy summer schedule of both junior and men’s tournaments at the
national and local level. He also works with golf professional Brian Fogt of Bellerive Country Club. “He has helped my game grow and develop more than I ever could have hoped for,” said Rutledge, who also credited his father for helping him play. “My father has definitely been my biggest mentor throughout my junior golf career,” Rutledge said. “I would not be the player I am today without him.” Today, Rutledge has his sights set on the Class 2 championship tournament – he wants to repeat as state champion. “I definitely want to win again this year,” Rutledge said. “I know there will be a lot of good players there again this year and will have to work hard to have a polished game going into the tournament.” It won’t be a gimme for Rutledge at state. Barker pointed out the other players know about Rutledge. “He has a great chance to repeat as Class 2 state champ, but there will be a lot of people gunning for him,” Barker said. Once state concludes, Rutledge will turn his attention to graduation and then his summer golf schedule. “I cannot believe how fast my high school golf career has gone by,” Rutledge said. “It has been a great learning experience and I don’t think I will ever forget my teammates and coaches.” Barker also will remember his standout golfer. “He will go down as the best player in school history, but he has handled all of his success with grace, integrity and style,” Barker said. “He is a wonderful young man with the brightest of futures both on and off the course.”
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Andy Benes receives award for contributions to area youth By WARREN MAYES BreakDown STL, a nonprofit agency that empowers teens to make positive life choices, recently bestowed its highest honor to Andy Benes for his outstanding contributions to area youth. Since retiring from baseball, the former St. Louis Cardinal has made it a personal goal to help young people in many facets. It’s a goal not unlike the one shared by BreakDown STL. The agency provides candid and preventative health education in a high-energy, relevant performance that integrates reallife situations with contemporary music, dance, drama and motivational speakers in a multimedia format. Their programs address topics that teens face on a daily basis such as sex, relationships, drugs, alcohol, self-harm, bullying and suicide. Founded in 2006, BreakDown STL empowers and encourages even the most skeptical teens to value themselves and their long-term physical and mental health. Benes agrees with the agency’s mission. “It’s so important to get the BreakDown message out to kids today,” Benes said. “Kids need to be encouraged and supported to make good choices in a society that is tough to grow up in. They need to be empowered to speak truth and understand that people care about them.” In this day and age, it’s important for teens to make positive life choices. Benes believes in that. He thinks the role of parents is important in helping direct teens. “I think it’s up to parents to train their children. It’s biblical,” Benes said. “But I have the opportunity as a former athlete to influence in a positive way and support kids who want to make a difference in a good way.” So Benes speaks. He believes the teens are listening. “Embrace your faith and make it the foundation for your life,” Benes said he tells youngsters. “Make good choices and you can have good consequences. Be a role model and lead others in a positive way.” In his acceptance speech, Benes said “we have the opportunity to encourage and empower the youth of today. What we do with our time and money is important. We may not see the results right away, but we can have a tremendous impact for good.” Benes was nominated by the board of BreakDown STL to be their award winner of teen empowerment. “Not many people would understand someone turning down Major League Baseball, yet Andy Benes did just that,” said Dr. Bob Einertson, of Mid-America Spine and Rehab and a BreakDown STL board member. “After a great comeback year in 2002 Andy wanted to spend more
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time with his family. His commitment was clear to his wife and children, which continues today in his devotion to supporting charities, education and moral causes throughout the Saint Louis area.” While Benes said he “was just there to receive the award,” he is an advocate for the agency and helps them with their fundraising. “I’m involved with many groups that Cardinals Care supports,” Benes said. “I love being involved in the ‘Doing It Right’ anti-drug program with Fredbird. I’m a DARE spokesperson. I’m involved with the Christian Radio station, 99.1 Joy! FM. I’m involved in coaching and fundraising for Westminster Christian Academy. “I have known (BreakDown STL) founder, Jenna Immergoot, since our boys went to grade school together. She is a wonderful leader with a huge heart for kids.” BreakDown STL “OnStage” provides high energy peer-to-peer presentations in middle and high schools that integrate reallife situations with contemporary music, dance, drama, multimedia and motivational speakers at no cost to the school. Their presentations are also seen at community events and Church youth groups. BreakDown STL “OffStage” is a peerto-peer mentor group that meets within the schools they bring the “OnStage” program to on a regular basis. Their “In Class” component provides an classroom curriculum taught by a certified educator. “I’ll always be an advocate for BreakDown because I truly believe their message and believe kids need to here it,” Benes said. He received his award at the agency’s annual Black & White Dinner Gala, which was held at the Kemp Auto Museum in Chesterfield.
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Kennedy Farms Equestrian Center A St. Louis Tradition In Equine Excellence 1122 Deep Forest Drive • Chesterfield • (636) 532-7274 www.KennedyFarms.com
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at Whitfield School
A Real Rock & Roll Band Experience All experience levels welcome. Ages 9-17
Guitar • Bass • Keyboard Drums • Vocals
www.cocastl.org 524 trinity Avenue | St. Louis, mO 63130 (314) 725-6555
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Club features Tennis, Swimming, Games/ Activities, Fun & Friends! Kids enjoy their 15 indoor/outdoor tennis courts, indoor/outdoor #16 Clarkson-Wilson Centre pools, gymnasium, racquetball, kickball, children’s yoga, karate and much more! Their Chesterfield•(636) 537-3203 experienced, engaging counselors give For over 15 years, Carol Bowman Academy of individualized attention to keep your kids Dance has offered a summer program that is active while having a ton of fun. Lunch an ideal time to introduce children of all ages included daily. Before/after care available. to the different disciplines of dance. Daytime Ages 5-12. Camp runs May 29 through Aug. 8 and evening classes/camps are offered to – sign up for a week, or save 10 percent when accommodate everyone’s schedule. For their signing up for the whole summer! Plus, younger students ballet, tap, and tumbling are siblings receive a 10 percent discount! incorporated to encourage coordination, rhythm, Convenient location, easy access and drop-off. and creativeness. For the experienced dancers, classes in ballet, pointe, modern, jazz and tap are Andrews Academy structured to help maintain technique, flexibility 888 North Mason Road • Creve Coeur and tone. Call for details or to request a schedule.
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Ackermann’s Swim Program 1044 Curran Avenue • Kirkwood Camp: (314) 821-1070 www.ASPKirkwood.com Beverly Ackermann Shoop and son Michael A. Shoop are co-owners of Ackermann’s Swim Program which has been teaching children to swim for more than 60 years. They provide children ages 4-11 group swimming lessons in a non-competitive and safe environment in which to build confidence and self-esteem by teaching the life skills of swimming and water safety. Four different water level pools for progressive learning levels in heated pools. Enroll in one or two week sessions with Red Cross Certified teaching staff. Ackermann’s also has a playground plus convenient drop off and pick up at the curb. Visit their website for camp dates. Nominated for Best Summer Sports Camp — St. Louis Magazine A List 2011.
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Summer 2012: June –August 3 Sign up early for SummerLink and the Zone! From field trips to hands on activities to electrifying presentations and more, SummerLink and the Zone encourage students to use their imagination, learn, laugh and build friendships. Both camps run 9 a.m.–3 p.m., Monday through Friday with before (6:30–9 a.m.) and after care (3–6 p.m.) at no additional cost.
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Andrews Academy Summer Program is a summer day camp for children entering kindergarten through grade six in the fall. The camp is located on a wooded campus with an airconditioned building and an in-ground pool offering campers a multitude of activities administered by experienced camp counselors. Activities include selected sports, outdoor education as well as performing arts and crafts. Karate is offered as an optional activity. Two five-week sessions are offered, running from mid-June to mid-August. Extended day care is provided at no extra charge, both before and after camp hours.
Baskin Farm 18124 Baskin Farm Dr. • Wildwood (636) 458-5053 •www.baskinfarm.net Baskin Farm’s Summer Camps offer a great opportunity for children to spend all day with horses. Nestled in the green hills of Wildwood, Their campers learn hunt-seat riding as well as how to care for horses and riding equipment. Their experienced staff provide quality instruction with an emphasis on safety. Six one-week sessions are suitable for beginner and intermediate riders. Call or email today, as space is limited. Questions should be directed to lessons@baskinfarm.net, call their
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office or visit their website.
Becky Viola’s Children’s Theatre Workshop (636) 227-4267 www.beckyviola.com For students aged 7½ to 18 years of age, Becky Viola’s Children’s Theatre Workshop presents five one-week drama camps! The shows are: Wizard of Oz, How to Eat Like a Child, Peter Pan and PomPom Zombies; for students aged 3½ to 7: Aladdin. It’s incredible to experience, but in one week’s time, Ms. Becky brings to life a full production with everything - sound, lights, set and costuming! Camp sizes are limited & fill quickly, so call now to reserve a spot. Ms. Becky teaches drama, vocal performance & piano privately and at Wildwood Dance & Arts. Ms. Becky has directed over 180 shows.
Chesterfield Arts 444 Chesterfield Center • Chesterfield (636) 519-1955 www.chesterfieldarts.org Do you have an artistically curious child? Chesterfield Arts is the place for Art Camps 2012. Whether your child is into Drawing, Painting, Ceramics, Illustration, or Sculpture they have it all. Also, Chesterfield Arts will be introducing a new camp in Claymation. Camps are half-day or full-day with one, two or more weeks available. For grades PreK-8 plus advanced classes for teens. Art camps are not just for kids. Ask about Art Camps for Adults! Spring art classes are available. Don’t wait any longer register today! Call to register or check their website for more information.
Countryside Montessori School 12226 Ladue Road • Creve Coeur (314) 434-2821 www.countrysidemontessorischool.info Countryside Montessori School offers a 10week summer program (five 2-week sessions) for children ages 1-6. Your child will enjoy Montessori class time, arts & crafts, daily pony rides, swimming instruction/water play and more! Hours are 8:15 a.m. to 12:15
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Dance Incorporated
Give Your Child a Summer to Remember
317 Ozark Trail Drive, Suite 150 (Clarkson/Clayton behind Chevy’s) Ellisville (636) 394-0023 www.dance-inc.com www.midwestperformingarts.org Dance Incorporated hosts two exciting and affordable half-day dance camps. Children receive instruction from trained professionals in fun activities and art forms. “Passion for Fashion and Dance” (July 9-13, ages 3-10) includes ballet, jazz, poms, musical theatre, makeovers, glamour hairdos, manicures, pedicures and dress up! “The Zone” (July 16-20, ages 6-12) includes ballet, jazz, contemporary lyrical, poms, hip-hop, and musical theatre. Both camps end in live performances for the parents, and each camper receives a free T-shirt. Crafts are included. Camps are open to all levels, so bring your friends!
Fazio’s Rock Academy Summer Camp 15440 Manchester Road • Ellisville (636) 227-3573 www.faziosmusic.com A Unique Rock & Roll Band Experience for Guitarists, Vocalists, Bassists, and Keyboardists between the ages of 9 and 17. Session 1: July 16 - 20, 2012 Session 2: July 23 - 27, 2012. Times: 8:50 a.m. to 3:20 p.m. with break for lunch. Students return on Friday evening for the Fazio’s Rock Academy Concert. Where: DOXA Arts Center (on the campus of West Hills Community Church: 13250 South Outer 40 Road, Chesterfield, MO) Fee: $399 per week (if student is enrolled both weeks, 2nd week tuition is reduced to $369). Tuition price includes songbook and Fazio’s Rock Academy TShirt. Camp sessions can include: ‘quiet’ band rehearsal stations, songwriting classes, rock music theory classes, plenty of stage time for each band, and some special guest appearances by local professional rock artists!
Camp Activities Include • Arts & Crafts • Cooking • Nature Hikes • Gardening • Water Play & Games • Lunch Provided Summer Camp Begins June 11th
June 4th-August 10th Ages 8 weeks - 6 years Daily Pony Rides Montessori Classes Arts & Crafts Daily Swimming & Water Play
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Are you ready for some football! Get ready to have fun playing some summer football. The camp offers both a full contact and non-contact learning environment. The camp is Monday – Friday June 25 – 29 located at John F. Kennedy Catholic High School. The football drills are directed by local high school coaches. Both half day and full day options are available. Click on link to find out more and to register.
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Teaching children to swim in Kirkwood for over 60 years. Ages 4-11
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Gametime Sports 18018 Eads Avenue•Chesterfield (636) 519-0445 • www.bnsgametime.com Join Gametime Sports in Chesterfield for a summer full of sports, activities, and fun! Gametime Sports is a St. Louis based organization that offers athletes of all abilities, ages 5–12, a chance to play, compete, and have fun in a safe and structured environment. All campers will leave Gametime Sports with a positive attitude towards competing in athletics while having fun and meeting several new friends along the way. Campers can choose to attend as many weeks of camp as they would like between June 4 and August 10. Multiple week and sibling discounts available! Visit www.bnsgametime.com or call 636-519-0445 for more information.
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sis is placed on teaching the correct fundamentals and understanding how to play the game correctly. The days is broken into 2 sessions, morning instruction and afternoon round robin games. This is an excellent camp for those who want to prepare for the next level.
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Kennedy Farms Equestrian Center 1122 Deep Forest Drive • Chesterfield (636) 532-7274 www. kennedyfarms.com Kennedy Farms Equestrian Camps & Clinics are now enrolling: Coed, ages 6-16. Weekly sessions are available for all riding levels. Intermediate and advanced riders have the opportunity to attend sessions that focus on the equitation, hunter and jumper skills necessary for the show ring. Beginner sessions provide hours of riding experience which is enhanced by fun, hands-on-activities covering horse safety, grooming, care and much more. Contact Kennedy Farms today for more information about opportunities for all ages or e-mail them at kennedyfarms@kennedyfarms.com.
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long. They offer sports, arts and nature, a brand new camp pavilion (Creve Coeur) and new camps for 2012 like Circus, Lacrosse, Girls Soccer, Magical Musical Tour and more! Campers swim in their beautiful pools every day – and receive Red Cross swim instruction. Two convenient locations in Creve Coeur and Chesterfield. Before- and after-care available. Programs for teens, too. Multi-kid and camp bundle discounts. J Day Camps are ACA accredited. Every kid is welcome at the J – and their staff will make sure yours has a terrific summer. View brochure at jccstl.org
JCC Day Camps (314) 442-3423 Chesterfield & Creve Coeur www.jccstl.org Come for a week or play at the J all summer
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Adventures Summer Camp B’nai Amoona Children’s Center 324 South Mason Rd, Creve Coeur B.S.K.I. Education Center 1107 E. Linden, Richmond Hgts 314-434-9496 www.kindermusikstl.com Inspire your child’s love of music in a nationallyrecognized Kindermusik Adventures Summer Camp. In five, once-per week classes, children learn how they learn best - by igniting their natural sense of wonder and imagination. Parents and children play, learn, sing, dance, create, play percussion instruments and share in the fun of making music together. Older children attend without an adult. Families continue the musical enjoyment all week between each class, guided by Kindermusik CDs, books and instruments. An experienced
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opportunity to acquire or improve horsemanship skills in a fun and safe environment. Our experienced staff and beautiful facility create a wonderful learning experience for horse enthusiasts of all riding levels.
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Kindermusik educator leads the class through each research-proven and giggle-approved activity. Indoor camps with outdoor themes! Call for full camp details or visit their website.
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Summer camp at Baskin Farm provides a great opportunity for horse-loving kids to spend their day riding and learning horsemanship. We offer six one-week camp sessions suitable for both beginner and intermediate riders. Ages 7-14. For more information and a free brochure, call today or download a registration form at www.baskinfarm.net
Baskin Farm 18124 Baskin Farm Drive • Wildwood, MO
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Living Word Church offers fun summer programs. In June, the Living Word Early Childhood Center is sponsoring a “Books, Books, Books” four-week summer camp (9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday – Thursday) for children ages 15 months to 5 years (by June). For enrollment, call 230-0089 or email ajohnston@livingwordumc. org, Children entering first through fifth grade can register for themed camps (Science, Art, Sports/Cooking, Music/Drama/Blacklight), offered weekly from 8:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. Monday – Friday, starting June 4. Bible Camp for Preschool (age 3) through 5th grade kids will be offered July 9 – 13. For registration, call 8212800, email bstobbe@livingwordumc.org or register online at www.livingwordumc.org.
NEWSMAGAZINENETWORK.COM entering grades kindergarten through 9. A Summer Stock Theatre program is new this year for grades seven through 12. Campers explore science, technology, the arts, sports, swimming, and a variety of unique activities on the stateof-the-art campus of MICDS. Three two-week sessions will be offered in 2012 (June 18-29; July 2-13; July 16-22). Professional teachers, coaches, and counselors guide campers as they engage in fun summer activities. Hot lunch served cafeteria style is included. Before and after care are available (for an additional fee). For more information or to register visit www.micds. org/pegasus or call (314) 995-7342.
Ridgefield Arena 1410 Ridge Rd. • Wildwood (636) 527-3624 www.ridgefieldarena.com
Celebrating over 40 years in business, Ridgefield Arena is a wonderful horse facility. The love of horses has been responsible for the beautiful grounds and amenities. Ridgefield has three lighted arenas, (one indoor for all year riding), six wash racks, a tack room, trails and a fabulous viewing room. Lou Fusz Soccer Club They offer boarding for your horse, sales if you Lou Fusz Soccer Complex-West County need a horse and a great riding academy to CBC High School-West County learn about horses. Ridgefield has a range Lutheran High School South-South County of activities such as summer camps, horse (314) 628-9341 or (314) 393-1164 clinics and horse shows. Camp dates are www.loufuszsoccer.com 6/26 - 6/29, 7/17 - 7/20, 7/31 - 8/3, 8/7 At Lou Fusz Soccer Club, “Learn Through Fun” - 8/10. Advanced clinic is from 6/12 - 6/14. is the camp motto! Lou Fusz offers a Spring Pro- Hunter/Jumper Clinic 5/19 & 5/20. Horse gram and Summer Camps. All camps are open Shows are 6/2, 6/3, 9/22 & 9/23. For more to the public. In addition to the Full and Half Day information, call or visit the website. Summer Camps, Lou Fusz offers many Summer Mini-Camps in South County, St. Charles County, Saint Louis Science West County, Jefferson County, Kirkwood, UniCenter Summer Science versity City and Southern Illinois. Camp activiBlast Camps ties are designed to enhance the young players’ (314) 289-4439 or (800) 456-SLSC x4439 techniques and are conducted by experienced coaches who know how to teach and keep www.slsc.org • www.ScienceOffCenter.org things fun. For more information, call or email Get ready to have a blast! Sign up for Summer martypike@loufuszsoccer.com. Science Blast at the Saint Louis Science Center and find amazing summer adventures. Learn Pegasus Camp to fly a real airplane. Design and build your own Mary Institute and Saint Louis robot. Master the Segway. Explore the science behind cooking and more! This year they have Country Day School (MICDS) a full summer of early childhood camps, plus 101 North Warson Rd. • St. Louis new camps for every age. Camp opens June (314) 995-7342• www.micds.org/pegasus 4 and runs through Aug. 3. They offer camps Camp Pegasus at MICDS is open to students for ages 4-18. Half-day, full-day, and flexible ex-
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Stages Performing Arts Academy (636) 530-5959 www.stagesstlouis.org Sing! Dance! Act! at STAGES Performing Arts Academy this summer. Conveniently located in Chesterfield on the property of Chesterfield Mall, STAGES offers musical theatre based day camps and evening classes for students ages 3 through 18. Structured in half or fullday formats, the youngest performers can choose from camps built on learning material from their favorite musicals or the themes of Fancy Nancy and Sleeping Beauty. Older students have the opportunity to have fun while building skills in improvisational acting, musical theatre and scene study as well as the chance to perform in one of our two Broadway Performance Workshops.
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Sylvan Learning Center 14248 Manchester Rd. (at Hwy 141) Ballwin•(636) 394-3104 17541 Chesterfield Airport Rd. Chesterfield •(636) 537-8118 www.sylvanlearning.com Learning feels good...even in the summer! Syl-
van offers year-round academic & tutoring programs in reading, math, algebra, writing, study skills, test-prep, college prep for ACT/SAT, and high school math/science tutoring. Professional and highly trained teachers develop programs with customized content and personalized instruction, based on each student’s strengths and weaknesses. Sylvan’s motivating environment builds confident, independent learners for all students, including LD, ADD, dyslexic, CAPS, etc. Summer camps offer parents flexible scheduling to help keep their children’s skills sharp or to get ahead! Sylvan offers in-center & online programs, as well as IN-HOME tutoring. Call or visit for more information.
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West County Fellowship SonQuest Vacation Bible School )314) 854-0109 www.westcountyfellowship.org/events/vbs You TOUCAN have a TREE-mendous time at SonQuest VBS this summer, June 18-22. This event is for upcoming K-5th grade. They will examine lessons from the parables of Jesus, play games, make crafts, sing songs and have a snack. Two different sessions are offered, one in the morning and one in the evening. Everyone is welcome! Sign-up for a session and get more details at westcountyfellowship. org/events/vbs.
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June 25th—29th June 25th—29th All Day and Half Day Camps. Ages 2nd—8th Grade. All Day and Half Day Camps. Ages 2nd—8th Grade. Campers can choose from a full contact or non‐ Campers can choose from a full contact or nonconcontact curriculum. Skill sessions led by area High tact curriculum. Skill sessions led by area High School Football Coaches. School Football Coaches. Players will be organized by age and ability level. Players will be organized by age and ability level. For more informa�on go to: For more information go to:
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YMCA Camp Lakewood is a residential summer camp for children ages 6–17 situated on over 5,000 wooded acres with a 360-acre lake, 90 minutes south of St. Louis. Children enjoy the traditional activities of camp, including archery, zip line, climbing tower, water activities, horseback riding, arts & crafts and much more, as well as being exposed to YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith. At YMCA Camp Lakewood, kids make friends and memories that last a lifetime, and the diverse cultural staff ensures every child has a safe and fun-filled experience. Registrations are being accepted now.
Don’t miss out on Camp Westminster, an exciting summer camp experience for kids in grades K-8! Camp Westminster runs from June 4-29 and offers 24 exciting specialty camps. Boys Wildwood Family YMCA and girls will have fun while learning new skills – 2641 Highway 109 • Wildwood from compiling and editing video clips in movie(636) 458-6636 making to rattling funny bones in improv theatre West County Family YMCA and even soaking up the best baseball tips from 16464 Burkhardt Place • Chesterfield former St. Louis Cardinal Andy Benes – among (636) 532-3100 other ultra-fun activities! Their staff includes dedicated and enthusiastic Westminster teachwww.ymcastlouis.org ers, coaches and athletes who will help campers Give your kids the opportunity to learn, strengthen and sharpen their God-given skills. grow and thrive at Y Summer Day Camp. They offer an exciting, safe community for children and young people to explore the Xcel Gymnastics outdoors, build self-esteem, develop interpersonal skills and make lasting friendships Summer Camp and memories. Their traditional camps with 17375 Edison Avenue nature, games and summertime fun are Chesterfield•(636) 536-7797 probably similar to those you may have ww.xcelstl.com attended as a child. Their specialty camps At Xcel Gymnastics summer camps, children span interests of just about anyone. They can have a blast playing with friends and learn- have sports camps, art camps, dance camps, ing gymnastics skills. A T-shirt, gymnastics skill swim camps and all types of camps that let stations, daily arts and crafts, camp games kids from tots to teens focus on a skill or try and summer performance are included. Xcel new ones. So sign up for one or more terrific Gym has a new facility that features top-notch camp experiences! Online registration is availcoaches, a trampoline strip, new equipment able on their website.
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Parkway Central student strives to take walk for brain tumor cure to next step By CAROL ENRIGHT Joe Esstman loves life. People describe him as positive, energetic and a leader. In short, the 18-year-old Parkway Central senior has an amazing and infectious spirit that others cannot help but notice. But things have not been easy for Joe. When he was 13, he lost his mother, Suzy Esstman, to an inoperable brain tumor. Before Suzy died in 2007, she started the “Walk on Sunshine,” an annual walk to raise money to find a cure for brain tumors. Joe has always participated in the walk, but this year, he has taken on a leadership role in making sure the seventh walk, is the most successful yet. Julie Gibbs, co-chair of this year’s walk and a friend of Suzy Esstman, said Joe “has stepped up in big ways” by organizing a charity raffle, mobilizing volunteers, raising money and promoting the walk at school. “Suzy had a knack for bringing people together and making things happen in such a positive and fun way. It’s neat to see Joe fulfilling her dreams and continuing her legacy,” Gibbs said. As part of a charity event at his school in February, Joe raised more than $1,100 for the walk. “I think it just speaks to who he is, taking a very challenging moment in his life and finding a positive outlet for those emotions in that work,” said Tim McCarthy, Parkway Central High principal. McCarthy described Joe as a leader who excels in academics and athletics, but who also “has that sense of altruism and being committed to something larger than himself.” When it comes to the walk – and everything in his life – that commitment is always driving Joe “to figure out how we can be better, how we can take that next
step,” said Fanchon Auman, who is cochairing the event with Gibbs. Joe said he knows his mother would be very happy with what he’s doing – and might just push him to do a little more. “She was the type of person that was never really satisfied. She was always looking to help people and wanted to take that extra step to help even more,” Joe said. “She would always push me to try new things, and that’s one thing that I miss most.” Suzy Esstman’s zest for life continues to be a motivating force for Joe. “He’s been able to go on with his life because of the perspective that he’s put everything into. He’s chosen how he wants to be and said, ‘I’m going to move forward with that,’” Auman said. When asked what he would say to other young people who have lost a loved one, Joe said, “Life goes on, and there’s always a new day and another page to turn. If you sit on the same page all day, you’re not going to do anything with your life.” Joe said the best way to turn the page is to “put yourself around people who are there to support you.” Joe’s second piece of advice is to “do what makes you happy.” “Obviously, you’ve lost someone significant and that hurts a lot,” he said. “But you still have a life to live, especially at a young age. You’ve still got to go out and have fun and enjoy it.” When it comes to enjoying the walk, Auman said, “all of us at the walk know the weather’s going to be nice.” “Suzy’s taking care of it,” she said. The seventh annual Walk on Sunshine is at 10 a.m. on Sunday, June 3, at Queeny Park. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. For more information and to register, go to walkonsunshine.org.
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Chris Duncan is enjoying life in ‘The Fast Lane’ By WARREN MAYES When injuries ended Chris Duncan’s dream of continuing to play professional baseball, he knew one thing – he wanted to stay close to the game in some way. His love of sports guided him to a new career path – sports talk radio. Duncan, who played with the St. Louis Cardinals and was a member of the 2006 World Series champions, parlayed his knowledge of baseball into a job and is now a member of the highly rated show “The Fast Lane” on WXOS-FM (101.1). On the show, Duncan is part of a threeman team that includes Randy Karrakar and former Ram DeMarco Farr, who played on the Super Bowl XXXIVchampionship squad. “I have such a passion for baseball,” said Duncan. “If you can’t play, what’s better than talking about it? My whole life is baseball. I got to play in the big leagues. My brother still plays. My dad played and coached.” Duncan indeed comes from a baseball family. He is the youngest son of Dave Duncan, the former pitching coach for the St. Louis Cardinals. The elder Duncan played for the Kansas City/Oakland Athletics, Cleveland Indians and Baltimore Orioles. He stepped down from his coaching post this winter to help take care of his wife, Jeanine, who is battling brain cancer. Duncan’s older brother, Shelley, is a first baseman and outfielder for the Cleveland Indians. Duncan, too, was a big leaguer, who enjoyed success at the highest level of the game. He was drafted by the Cardinals and made his major league debut in 2005. He blossomed in 2006 and hit 22 home runs in only 280 at bats that year, helping St. Louis win the pennant. In the 2006 World Series, Duncan appeared in three of the five games against Detroit. He went 1 for 8 with one run batted in, but perhaps his most memorable and agonizing moment came with an error in the fourth inning of Game 5, which was promptly followed by a two-run homer by Sean Casey. The Cardinals went on to win the game and the Series – and following the 2006 season, Duncan was named the team’s Rookie of the Year. Plagued by injuries In 2007, Duncan became a starter. He played 127 of the team’s 162 games that season and batted .259 with 21 home runs and 70 RBI. That September, Duncan underwent surgery for a sports hernia. He
returned later in the month. In 2008, he was sent down to the TripleA Memphis Redbirds after a slow start. He was recalled in June. In July, he was placed on the disabled list after experiencing severe discomfort in his arm, hand and neck. The club called the injury a “pinched nerve.” On August 2, it was reported that Duncan would miss the rest of the 2008 season after having surgery to address a herniated cervical disk in his neck. He ended the season with a .248 batting average, 6 home runs, and 27 RBI over 222 at-bats. In July 2009, Duncan was traded to the
Boston Red Sox. He was released from that contract on Aug. 21. His last chance as a player came when he signed a minor league contract with the Washington Nationals in early 2010. The signing came with an invitation to spring training , which he attended on the heels of reconstructive hip surgery. “It was a grueling rehab,” Duncan said. “It was four to six months. Right before spring training, the station’s Jason Barrett (former program director) reached out to me about doing some baseball analyst stuff. I still thought I wanted to play. I said if that didn’t work out, keep me in mind. “I flew to Phoenix but I couldn’t get anybody to clear me medically. I was still having trouble running. My hip was still bothering me. It was a career-ending injury.” A different point of view Foturnately for Duncan, the radio oppor-
tunity was still there. He returned to St. advance and ultimately led to a full-time job on “The Fast Lane.” Duncan began that Louis where his wife, Amy, was working. John Kijowski, general manager of position on Jan. 3. For his part, Duncan credits Stull with WXOS, recalled how Duncan came on helping him get established. board at the station. “I think Brian Stull has helped me the “Our assistant program director, Chris Neupert, looks for ex-Cardinal players who most,” Duncan said. “(I’m) grateful to have would be great on the air,” Kijowski said. the chance to work with him. He taught me “Chris (Duncan) is one that he reached out so much.” Kent Sterling is the program director at to this past year to be a Cardinal reporter or insider for us. He did so well that we simply WXOS. His job is to hire the talent and oversee all of the programming operations had to have a full-time spot for him.” Duncan began modestly for the station. for the station. “Anything that makes noise on 101.1 is He did baseball reports two days a week. He also phoned in with his analysis to my responsibility,” Sterling said. He marveled at the progress Duncan has made at the station. During the 2011 season, Duncan worked with Andy Van Slyke and Jason Simontacchi as co-hosts of “St. Louis Baseball Tonight,” Sterling said. The show ran each weeknight with Stull being the ringmaster – and the work by Duncan impressed Sterling. “He was phenomenal. Chris does two things – well more than two things – really well. The biggest impression is he speaks to the period. He communicates a thought and he stops. That’s a very specific talent that only a few guys have. He knows when to start talking and when to stop talking. “Knowing when to stop is so important. He doesn’t need to restate anything. Chris knows that. The other thing he did at that point for us that was great was he made statements. He said things and they would stick. You know like somebody would go to meet friends or go to a bar and say ‘I various shows on the station. That led to heard what Chris Duncan said.’ He says him working with Brian Stull, the talented things in a memorable way. He’s emphatic. and versatile host of “St. Louis Baseball That’s a key.” Duncan’s show with Stull went from Tonight.” October to December. Still, Duncan was Duncan took off from there. “When Jason Barrett hired him, it was not a full-time employee. “We paid him every night to do that,” Steran audition,” Karrakar said about Duncan. “He was a baseball analyst. Then he got the ling said. “Now he’s a contracted employee. ‘Baseball Tonight’ spot with Stully. It was We hope to have him here forever.” Moving Duncan to drive time was a deciclear early on (that) he’s got a great personsion that had to be made Sterling said. ality and he relates well to people. “Chris is such a dynamic performer. We “He’s still close to the game and he knows what’s going on. He uses his resources. A had to put him in prime time some place. lot of people want to voice their opinion We had to decide if we needed to create a when they leave the game. He wants to get show around him or move into him into an news as well as voice opinions.” existing show,” he said. “We were built for football on that show Running in the fast lane (‘The Fast Lane’) with DeMarco. Randy After baseball, Duncan got on the eve- is a great all-time broadcaster who is St. ning show, “Stully and Duncan.” Louis through and through. We needed That did well and got good notices. Dun- some baseball. So we moved Chris there.” can’s ability to make clear, concise points in an entertaining fashion helped him See COVER STORY, page 46
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spend a lot of time on the computer trying to stay up with everything.” Sterling said Duncan fits in his role well as co-host on the station’s afternoon drivetime program. “I still have a lot to learn,” Duncan said. “Who better to learn from than Randy and DeMarco? I’m trying to soak up as much as I can. I watch what they do. “I don’t know if I was that good in the media when I played. I was real cautious with the media. Now I can open up. I’m unfiltered I try to be as honest as I can and give my opinion.” Sterling is pleased. “You need to be likable, relatable and authentic,” Sterling said. “Chris is all of those things. If Chris tried to be somebody else, his tongue would fall out. He’s just a great guy. He sounds like that on the air. “He’s a natural. He’s a guy who’s comfortable talking about baseball. He knows it best. He’s a quick study. He’s very good at being Chris Duncan.” “He brings what the other guys bring – the most important things – he’s likable and authentic. You can do radio if your likable and authentic. He is knowledgeable about baseball. He has a good sense of humor.”
Like father, like son “I know a lot of guys who are so focused on making it in the big leagues, and then it comes to a screeching halt, it’s tough,” Duncan said. “I feel very lucky. I’ve been able to stay involved in sports. I feel like it’s a new passion for me. I love it. I’m thankful for the opportunity here at 101.1 FM.” Duncan approaches radio work like he did baseball. He puts his time in before each show. Duncan does research by scouring the Internet and reading papers. In that regard he is like his father. A familiar image of Dave Duncan is with big, three-ring binders of information that he used as a pitching coach. “He’s had an amazing attitude. If you remember watching Dave Duncan in the dugout with those giant binders with all that information, Chris is the same way,” Karrakar said. “He’s got notebooks loaded with information. He goes home every night and watches sports. “He makes a real effort to know what’s going on. He has it in his mind. He writes it down. He works as hard as anybody I know.” Duncan is just doing what he considers his job. “I want to be the best,” Duncan said. “I work as hard as I possibly can to do the job in the best possible way. “I have a lot more respect for the media now. There’s more that goes into it than you think. It’s difficult to do well. I have a lot of respect for these guys. As a player, you don’t realize. All day, every day, I’m paying attention to the sports world. I
Unlimited potential While baseball is his strength, a radio talk show personality has to be able to discuss other sports and topics. He must be knowledge because listeners know. Sterling said Duncan works to make sure he can discuss anything besides baseball. “He’s has to work at that a lot harder. He was in a baseball home from birth,” Sterling said. “He played football and basketball in high school. He understands both games. His mentality as a competitor, not just in baseball, helps in his analysis of those other sports.” Of course, Duncan does admit he misses playing. “More last year than this year,” Duncan said. “I had a bitter taste in my mouth. Now, a year’s rolled around. There’s nothing like playing. There’s nothing like taking an at-bat and competing. “There’s no chance I’ll play again, Duncan said. But on the plus side, he admitted, “I love doing radio and I want to keep doing it as long as I can.” He will be branching out this season to do some television work for Fox Sports Midwest on pre-game and post-game Cardinal telecasts. “I did it last year and it was fun,” he said. That’s part of his future, Karrakar said. “I told him right off the bat, in this business, the money is in television,” Karrakar said. “He’s willing to do some Fox work on weekends. He’s analytical, smart and funny. He works hard. He can do whatever he wants to. He’s got unlimited potential.”
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Manchester Elks Lodge 2058 • 2242 Mason Lane • Ballwin • (314) 484-6382 The Cinco & Derby Days Party from 12-9 p.m. on May 5 will feature a taco bar, in-house hobby horse races, assorted games of chance and a plant sale with vegetables and flowers (9 a.m.-3 p.m.). Donuts and coffee will be available for purchase at the fundraising event.
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Circle Of Concern welcomes new executive director By KATE UPTERGROVE As the new executive director of Circle Of Concern, Charlene Buckley’s immediate concern is to “continue the organization’s amazing legacy and be ready to meet whatever need comes.” Recruited to “strategically grow Circle’s capacity to serve,” Buckley described the organization as “primarily a food pantry.” Last year, Circle fed more than 25,000 people, but as anyone who has ever visited or volunteered at Circle knows the organization is actually so much more. For families in crisis it is a safe haven, somewhere they can go to get emergency financial assistance or learn to navigate “the system.” For children of low-income families Circle is synonymous with its Back to School and Birthday Club programs. For college-bound high school students, it’s an opportunity to receive financial aid in the form of a Circle scholarship, or accumulate those all important volunteer service hours to round out a resume. “Today we’re seeing more people who are employed but can’t make ends meet,” Buckley said. The economy has taken its toll. When layoffs happen, people can make adjustments – downsize their home, sell belongings – but sometimes it takes just one event to move a family from “getting by” to struggling. It’s in those moments of crisis that Circle steps in with help and hope. “We provide financial assistance on a case by case basis,” Buckley explained. “Last year, almost 1,000 families received emergency financial assistance.” Donations from the community provide the means, while volunteers work to keep the organization operating efficiently and effectively.
“We only have three full-time staff members,” Buckley said. “We operate very lean and mean.” In the pantry, volunteers organize food and put food bags together. In the office, they sit down with clients and assess their situations and needs. To volunteer, all that is needed is compassion and a willingness to help. “We train volunteers for most positions,” Buckley said. But sometimes it is best for volunteers to have professional expertise. For instance, Circle’s case workers are volunteers with experience in social work or case management. Other professionals needed include: • IT professionals with daytime availability • finance professionals with daytime availability • volunteers with experience in special events and fundraising Spanish-speaking volunteers are also in demand and, in the coming weeks, there will be increased demand for help in the food pantry. “We are very involved with the letter carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger National Food Drive, which takes place May 12, so we’ll need volunteers to work with us as food comes in and afterward as we inventory what we receive.” The food drive cannot come soon enough. “We are very low on food right now,” Buckley said, adding, “we always need people to do food drives. Buckley hopes to be able to meet and thank many of those generous West County residents in person at Circle’s Third Annual Trivia Night on June 9 at Kirkwood Community Center. Details and registration are online at circleofconcern.org.
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‘A Life Unhappening’ explores Alzheimer’s “A Life Unhappening,” a spoken-word ballet that explores the impact of Alzheimer’s disease on three generations of one woman’s family, plays at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, May 11 at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center. Following is an edited version of a story about its creation, written by Tiffany Chan and printed with permission of the Alzheimer’s Association. For show tickets and more information, visit alz.org/stl or call (800) 272-3900. Thanksgiving of 2009 is one that Adam E. Stone will never forget. He spent the day with his mother, Saribenne Evesong, who was living at a residential care center in rural Illinois. Evesong had been there for about a month because she needed around-the-clock care due to complications from Alzheimer’s disease. In November 2009, she suffered a stroke and went into a coma. “Not only are you losing someone physically, you’re watching somebody stop being who they were,” Stone said. “That really does describe to me what’s so horrible about the disease and what makes it such a cruel disease.” In order to spend as much time with his mother as possible, Stone slept on a foam mattress on the floor next to her bed. That Thanksgiving night, he awoke to find certified nursing assistants turning his mother over to prevent bedsores. “I remember just sort of being in a daze, half asleep,” Stone said. “Watching them work together, it was just beautiful, the sort of grace with which they were providing care to this person who was pretty oblivious to it. It was a ballet. Being a writer, I knew I was going to have to write about this experience.” Stone decided to write his story as a spoken-word ballet, where the dance is choreographed to a prerecorded track. The ballet explores the viewpoints of four characters: Marletta, a woman who suffers
from Alzheimer’s; her son, Thomas; her granddaughter, Sara-Jo; and a caregiver. Stone said there are some autobiographical components to his work, but the characters are also composites. Marletta, for example, is not just his mother but also some of her fellow residents. Sara-Jo represents all four of Stone’s children and their reactions to having a grandmother who had Alzheimer’s. Thomas represents Stone himself as well as his wife and others in his generation who have had similar experiences. “I was trying consciously to bring as much diverse experience to it as I could so that, hopefully, it would resonate with people beyond my immediate family,” Stone said. “My hope is that someone seeing it will feel less alone.” Stone connected with Stephanie RohlfsYoung, outreach director of the Alzheimer’s Association St. Louis Chapter. “We were extremely excited when Adam presented us with this unique idea of blending the beauty of the arts with the science of a critical public health crisis,” RolphsYoung said. “This increase of public awareness may potentially lead to earlier diagnosis, which may significantly change the experience of Alzheimer’s for people and their families living with the disease.” On that Thanksgiving, the last one Stone would have with his mother, who died on Nov. 30, 2009, Stone spent much of the day looking through her old albums. “As I looked at the photos, I was thankful for the person she had been, the mother she had been when I was growing up, before the disease,” he said. “There is a line in the ballet, spoken by Thomas, where he says, ‘Everything good about me, I learned from her. Everything honest, and human, and real – her.’ I think that sums up a lot of what I felt that Thanksgiving,” Stone said, “thankful for the gifts she’d given me during my formative years, and thankful, too, for a little more time with her.”
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Jim Miget, of Chesterfield, will be recognized May 9 for his contributions to the Alzheimer’s Association of Missouri.
In the past six years, Jim Miget, of Chesterfield, has contributed more than 1,050 volunteer hours to the Alzheimer’s Association of Missouri. Miget volunteers with the Association’s Helpline to answer questions about dementia and provide support to individuals and families dealing with Alzheimer’s disease. A gifted speaker, Miget is a member of the Alzheimer’s Association’s Speakers Bureau and a facilitator for the men’s support group. He also makes presentations about the mission of the Alzheimer’s Association as a United Way Torch Lighter. On May 9, Miget’s contributions will be formally recognized at the State Capitol in a ceremony hosted by Lieutenant Governor Peter Kinder, the official Senior Advocate for the State of Missouri. The nomination form for the senior honor describes Miget in these words: “Jim is a valued volunteer, bringing compassion and
commitment to advancing the mission of the Alzheimer’s Association.” Miget’s volunteerism began as a labor of love. His wife Louise was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2005. Today she resides at Garden View Care Center of Chesterfield. Garden View Administrator Rhonda Uhlenbrock commented on Miget’s commitment. “Jim is here every day,” she said. “He and Louise take part in all the activities offered by Garden View. They have a great relationship and have a whole lot of fun. They are an inspiration to all the other residents and staff. We really love them.” When told about his honor, Miget said, “I am very honored and humbled.” “When a loved one has Alzheimer’s disease, you learn a lot about the disease, a lot that can help others who are beginning the same journey. It’s only natural that you would want to pass on what you know. I found a way to do that through my volunteer work with the Helpline, just talking to others and making a few speeches.” Miget is a native of Alton, IL, where he attended Alton High School and Shurtleff College (now the Dental School of Southern Illinois University). A Korean War veteran, he pursued a career with National Vending Machine, which became the Crane Company. He retired in 1990. In his spare time, Miget plays clarinet in several local jazz bands. Miget and Louise raised three sons while living in St. Charles, north St. Louis County, and Chesterfield. They have seven grandchildren.
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On the calendar GriefShare will be offered from 5-7 p.m. on Sundays through July 15 at King of Kings Lutheran Church, 13765 Olive Blvd. in Chesterfield. The weekly seminar and support group is Biblically based and intended for people who are grieving the death of someone close. Sessions include video seminars, group discussions and a workbook. Participants may start the program at any time, and sessions are open to all. For details or to register, call Pastor Douglas Chinberg or Lori at (314) 369-2224. ••• “Recipes to Sweeten Your MotherDaughter Bond,” a free presentation designed for adult daughters, will be held from 6:30-8 p.m. on Tuesday, May 8 at Commerce Bank, 1699 Clarkson Road in Chesterfield. Jeannie Krause-Taylor, founder of Pathways for Aging, a Creve Coeur-based agency serving the aging population and their families, will discuss the complexity of the mother-daughter relationship and offer insight and practical communication skills for improving it. To register, call (314) 395-7560 or email contactus@pathwaysforaging.com. ••• In celebration of National Better Hearing & Speech Month, which is observed each year in May, free adult hearing screenings will be offered from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. on Saturday, May 12 at the Center for Hearing & Speech, 9835 Manchester Road in Rock Hill. More than 28 million Americans have some sort of hearing loss, and that number is expected to double by 2030. Hearing aids can effectively manage hearing loss for 95 percent of hearing-impaired individuals, but only 10-15 percent of those who could benefit from hearing aids use them. Appointments are required and can be obtained by calling (314) 737-5091. For
more information, call (314) 968-4710 or visit hearing-speechstlouis.org. ••• An interactive workshop for caregivers will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, May 15 at Pathways for Aging, 745 Craig Road, Suite 212, in Creve Coeur. Attendees will participate in interactive exercises to guide them in setting and accomplishing practical goals for a more positive caregiving journey and mother-daughter relationship. The fee is $28.50 and includes a light dinner and “A Caregiver’s Guide to Setting Practical Goals,” a comprehensive workbook used in the workshop. To register, call (314) 395-7560 or email contactus@pathwaysforaging.com. ••• The St. Louis Naturally Occurring Retirement Community (NORC) will present a performance by Banjos & Brass from 7-8:30 p.m. on Monday, May 21 at the Staenberg Arts & Education Building of the Jewish Community Center (JCC), 2 Millstone Campus Drive in Creve Coeur. Musicians playing two banjos, a trombone and a tuba will perform Gay 90s, Roaring 20s and Tin Pan Alley tunes. Tickets are $5 in advance and $7 at the door and include pretzels, popcorn, soda and coffee. Advance reservations are accepted through May 8. For more information, call Joan at (314) 442-3834. ••• “Meet Me in St. Louis,” the 2012 Ms. Missouri Senior America Pageant, will be held on Sunday, July 8 at the Florissant Civic Center Theatre. Held annually in the St. Louis area, the pageant exemplifies the elegance of women older than age 60. Contestants compete in four categories, including a personal interview with judges prior to the pageant, poise in an evening gown, recitation of a 35-second philosophy of life, and talent. For more information, visit msmissourisenior.org.
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If you have a loved one with Alzheimer’s YOU NEED TO KNOW “How to Get Medicaid Coverage for Nursing Home Care...Without Selling Your Home or Leaving Your Family Without a Dime” One of the biggest fears that many people have today is the fear of having their life savings wiped out if they end up in a nursing home. What a shame to see someone’s life savings of 30, 40, or 50 years wiped out in a matter of months. Whether you or a family member is in a crisis or not, it is important that you understand what you can do to protect your hard-earned assets! Most of the public does not yet realize that the laws on asset protection and long-term care planning changed on February 8, 2006. It is extremely important that you know about these changes and how they may affect your long-term care planning! A brand new, FREE informational workshop hosted by local Elder Care Attorney, Rick Vouga, from Vouga Elder Law, LLC, will be held:
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Dementia expert to speak on bringing joy to those with Alzheimer’s By SUE HORNOF Jolene Brackey has a vision: that people soon will look beyond the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease and focus more on creating moments of joy for people who have it. A nationally recognized dementia specialist, Brackey has been the keynote speaker at numerous educational conferences, including Alzheimer’s Association conferences nationwide, the Mayo Alzheimer’s Conference for Families, and many others. In the coming weeks, Brackey will be speaking at free presentations at area Garden View Care Centers. She will share strategies from her book, “Creating Moments of Joy,” a primer on keeping life fun in the face of Alzheimer’s disease. Those who attend her talk will come to understand the losses that people with dementia experience as the brain dies and learn how to assist in compensating for those losses; learn many practical verbal and nonverbal communication skills that help the person with Alzheimer’s disease
feel supported; and learn how to creatively and effectively turn challenging situations into moments of joy. As Brackey writes in her book, the life of a person who has short-term memory loss is made up of moments, and while it is not possible to create for them a perfect day, “it is absolutely attainable to create perfectly wonderful moments – moments that put smiles on their faces, a twinkle in their eyes, or trigger memories.” “Five minutes later, they won’t remember what you did or said, but the feeling you left them with will linger,” she explains. To hear Brackey speak at 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 31 at Garden View Care Center at Dougherty Ferry, 13612 Big Bend Road, call 861-0500 for a reservation. To hear her speak at 2 p.m. on Friday, June 1 at Garden View Care Center of Chesterfield, 1025 Chesterfield Pointe Parkway, call 537-3333. The first 50 attendees will receive a free copy of “Creating Moments of Joy” (limit one per family).
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Toxic turtles Researchers found, in a 13-month period ending in September 2011, that small turtles were a frequent culprit for spreading Salmonellosis, an infection that is found in the bacteria Salmonella and lives in food, water and animals. “Most persons infected with Salmonella develop diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps 12 to 72 hours after infection,” said Dr. Janell Routh, spokesperson for the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “People need to wash their hands with soap and warm water after touching any reptile or amphibian. “Don’t let children under 5 handle reptiles or amphibians.” The infection usually lasts four to seven days. Those at increased risk include infants, older adults and those with a weakened immune system.
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Benign brain tumors linked to dental x-rays People who have received frequent dental x-rays are at increased risk of developing meningioma, the most common and potentially debilitating type of non-cancerous brain tumor, according to a new study led by researchers at the Yale School of Public Health in New Haven, Conn. The study, which analyzed data from 1,433 patients with meningioma and included information from a control group of 1,350 people without the tumor, found that people receiving bitewing exams, which use x-ray film held in place by a tab between the teeth, on a yearly or more frequent basis were roughly 50 percent more likely to develop a meningioma than people in a control group. Additionally, the study showed a link between tumor risk and the panoramic dental exam, which uses an x-ray outside of the mouth. Children younger than age 10 who received the exam in the past had an almost five times greater risk of developing meningioma. “The study highlights the need for increasing awareness regarding the optimal use of dental x-rays, which unlike many risk factors is modifiable,” Elizabeth Claus, lead author of the study and a Yale professor and neurosurgeon, said in a release.
Meningiomas can grow undetected for years, and while not cancerous, can cause headaches, vision problems and loss of speech and motor control. Connecting obesity, diabetes and autism A study published online last month in Pediatrics, the official journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics, indicates a direct connection between autism and maternal diabetes and obesity. In the study, “Maternal Metabolic Conditions and Risk for Autism and Other Neurodevelopmental Disorders,” researchers examined 1,004 children aged 2-5 from 2003-2010. Among the children, 517 had autism, 172 had other developmental disorders and 315 were developing normally. Study authors reported a strong association between metabolic conditions during pregnancy – including diabetes, hypertension and obesity – and autism spectrum disorder or developmental delays. Specifically, obese mothers had 1.6 times the chance of having a child with autism and were more than twice as likely to have a child with another developmental disorder. Mothers with diabetes were 2.3 times more likely to have a child with developmental delays, and their children performed lower on language and communication tests than the children of mothers without metabolic conditions.
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A survey of more than 150,000 Americans surprised researchers by indicating that sleep quality improves as people age.
The authors of the study concluded that rising rates of obesity and diabetes may be directly associated with neurodevelopmental problems in children. Surprising sleep study A study intended to confirm that increased sleep problems are associated with aging surprised researchers, who concluded that aging does not appear to be a factor in poor sleep. A survey of more than 150,000 Americans – the largest and most representative sample ever used to address the connection between sleep problems and aging – indicated that subjective sleep quality seems to improve over a lifetime, with the fewest complaints coming from people in their 80s. “This flies in the face of popular belief,” Dr. Michael Grandner, lead author of the study, said in a release issued by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. “These results force us to rethink what we know about sleep in older people – men and women.” The study examined rates of sleep disturbance and daytime fatigue reported by 155,877 adults. Health problems and depression were associated with poor sleep, and women reported more sleep disturbances and tiredness than men. But except for a rise in sleep problems during middle age – mostly among women – sleep quality improved consistently over a lifetime. “Even if sleep among older Americans is actually worse than in younger adults, feelings about it still improve with age,” Grandner said. “Once you factor in things like illness and depression, older people should be reporting better sleep. If they’re not, they need to talk to their doctor. They shouldn’t just ignore it.” Dangerous game According to a release issued by the American Academy of Pediatrics, approximately 5-11 percent of young people have participated in what is commonly referred to as “the choking game,” an activity that uses a belt, rope or similar item to cut off blood and oxygen to the brain in order
to get high or achieve a euphoric feeling when the pressure is released. Besides being dangerous, the activity can be associated with other risky behaviors, said researchers, who questioned more than 5,000 eighth-grade students about choking game awareness, lifetime prevalence and participation. Among Oregon youth surveyed, 6.1 percent had participated in the activity, and participation was linked closely to increased sexual activity and substance abuse among boys and girls, poor nutrition and gambling among females and increased violence among males. Researchers said the results were consistent with previous data and suggested that during routine well visits, clinicians assess young people’s awareness of the game and provide information about its dangers. Low-fat dairy may reduce stroke risk A Swedish study published in Stroke, a journal of the American Heart Association, showed that eating low-fat dairy foods was associated with a reduced risk of stroke among adults. A study of nearly 75,000 adults ages 45-83 showed that people who drank low-fat milk and ate low-fat yogurt and cheese had a 12 percent lower risk of stroke and a 13 percent lower risk of ischemic stroke than people who consumed full-fat dairy products. At the start of the study, all participants were free of heart disease, stroke and cancer. During the 10-year follow-up, there were 4,089 incidents of stroke. “This is the largest study to date to examine the association between consumption of total, low-fat, full-fat and specific dairy foods and the risk of stroke in adult men and women,” said Susanna Larsson, Ph.D., an author of the study. “From a public health perspective, if people consume more low-fat dairy foods rather than high-fat dairy foods, they will benefit from a reduced risk of stroke and other positive health outcomes.” Health education and support “Joint Pains and Osteoarthritis,” a segment of the St. Luke’s Wellness College Speaker Series, will be held from 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 15 at the St. Luke’s Hospital Institute for Health Education, 222 S. Woods Mill Road in Chesterfield. Dr. Andrew Spitzfaden, an orthopedic surgeon, and Dr. Barry Highbloom, a radiologist, discuss what can be done for those who experience pain, joint inflammation and swelling. To register, visit stlukes-stl. com or call (314) 542-4848. ••• An Alzheimer’s support group will meet from 5:30-7 p.m. on Thursday, May 17 at Parc Provence, 605 Coeur De Ville Drive in Creve Coeur. Call (314) 542-2500 to RSVP.
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PEOPLE Mike Ace has joined the Wildwood Family YMCA as executive director. Ace formerly was with the YMCA in Beloit, Wisc. Ace ••• Phil Delkeskamp, of Wildwood, has joined Dutchman Realty in O’Fallon, Mo., as a broker/salesperson. Delkeskamp has more than 30 years of
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Lori Kelling, president of West County Chamber of Commerce will talk about networking at the Chamber’s next Lunch & Learn, from 12-1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 8 at West County Nissan, 14747 Manchester Road in Ballwin. Admission is $15 and includes the workshop and a boxed lunch. To register, call 230-9900 or visit westcountychamber.com by May 6. ••• “Drive Business and Secure Your Lifestyle” is the topic of the Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce Business Over Breakfast event from 7:30-9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 15 at Doubletree Hotel and Conference Center, 16625 Swingley Ridge Road. Dave Driscoll of Metro Business Advisors and Jack Hoffmann of Milestone Solutions lead the interactive seminar and discuss how success in business and life is not governed by anyone other than oneself. Admission is $20 for members and $25 for non-members. To register, call 5323399 or visit chesterfieldmochamber.com by May 11. ••• The annual West County Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic and Hawaiian Luau is on Monday, May 21 at Ballwin Golf Course, 333 Holloway Road. The fee is $125 per player and includes 18 holes, cart, lunch, course drinks, dinner, open bar, games and prizes. A and B flights are featured. To register, call 230-9900 or visit westcountychamber.com.
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Com mu n it y Event s ART St. Louis Community College-Wildwood hosts a student art exhibition from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. on Fridays through May 7 in the student lounge. ••• Studio Night Live is from 5-8 p.m. on Friday, May 4 at Chesterfield Arts, 444 Chesterfield Center. The open house has something for the whole family and is a fun way to experience a variety of artistic mediums while viewing live demonstrations from professional artists. Participants can create a painting, sculpture or participate in a clay “spin off.” Visit chesterfieldarts.org or call 519-1955.
BENEFITS St. Louis HELP hosts a medical equipment donation drive from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, May 5 throughout the St. Louis area. St. Louis HELP is a nonprofit organization that receives donations of new and used medical equipment, refurbishes and cleans the equipment and then loans it to community members at no cost. Area drop-off locations include Schnucks, 141 Hilltown Village in Chesterfield; and North Pointe Aquatic Center, 330 Holloway Road in Ballwin. Call (314) 567-4700 or visit stlhelp.org.
••• The eighth annual Walk Run ‘N Roll for People of all Abilities is from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on Saturday, May 5 at Creve Coeur Park. The goal is to raise $217,000 to help people with cognitive and developmental disabilities throughout St. Louis and St. Charles. The event includes live music, a doggie depot and face painting, and 5K and 1-mile courses. Visit walkrunnroll.org. ••• Chesterfield-based comedian, writer and actress Phyllis Shulman presents at the third annual “Be Deliciously Alive!” from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday, May 6 at St. Charles Community College’s College Center Gymnasium. Live performances and musical entertainment, beauty tips, a fashion show and more are featured. Admission is $5 with proceeds benefiting the St. Charles Community College Scholarship Foundation. Visit bedeliciouslyalive.com for more information or to register. ••• “Kisses for Kaleb,” a golf tournament to benefit a young boy who at age 4 suffered life-threatening injuries when he was physically abused by a babysitter, opens with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. on Friday, May 11 at Mystic Oak, formerly The Ridge, 643 Ridge Road, Waterloo, Ill. The fee is $100 for golf and dinner and $25 for dinner only.
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Send checks payable to Kaleb R. Wakefield to: Neal Handler, 1561 Autumn Leaf Drive, Twin Oaks, MO 63021. For more information, contact Neil Handler at 8253991 or N72146@gmail.com. ••• The 13th annual golf tournament/tennis round-robin to benefit Assistance League is at noon on Monday, May 14 at Meadowbrook Country Club. Lunch, 18 holes of golf, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres are included in the $250 registration fee. The tennis roundrobin is from 1-4 p.m., with a registration fee of $35 for tennis, or $85 for tennis and dinner. Call 227-6200 for tickets. ••• Manchester Elks Lodge #2058 hosts a golf tournament on Saturday, May 19. Proceeds benefit Manchester Elks Charities. The cost is $300 per foursome. Call (314) 821-4450. ••• Join in the fun of Bowling for Backstoppers Saturday, May 19 from noon-3 p.m. (check-in at 11:30 a.m.) at West County Lanes, 15727 Manchester Road in Ellisville. Lanes for up to eight people are available for three hours of play for a donation of $300. Silent and oral auctions, car show and food round out the fun. Call the West St. Louis County Kiwanis Club at (314) 443-1170 for details. ••• Concours d’Elegance is from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Sunday, May 20 at Kemp Auto Museum. Almost 70 rare and treasured American and European vehicles come
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together in a show of their craftsmanship. Admission is free; refreshments are available for purchase. The event benefits Ranken Jordan Pediatric Hospital. Visit kempautomusuem.org. ••• The 14th annual Friends of Kids with Cancer Golf Tournament & Auction opens with registration at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 21 at Whitmoor Country Club. Lunch from Russo’s Catering is at 10:30 a.m. and is followed by a shotgun start at noon. An open bar, steak dinner and auctions follow golf. Snacks and refreshments are served throughout the day. Sponsorships and foursomes are available, with 84 percent of donations directly funding programs for the children. Call (314) 2757440 or visit friendsofkids.com. ••• The Creve Coeur-Olivette Chamber of Commerce holds its annual golf tournament with a noon shotgun start on Tuesday, May 22 at the Landings at Spirit Golf Club, Chesterfield. Driving range use, boxed lunches, dinner and beverages are included in the $100 registration. For more information or to sponsor, call (314) 569-3536. ••• West County Bible Church hosts a rummage sale from 8 a.m.-noon on Saturday, May 26 at 82 Henry Ave. in Ellisville. Proceeds benefit the church’s sister-church in poverty-stricken areas of Barranquilla, Colombia. The funds help establish neighborhood churches and maintain scholarships to help children attend school. Call 227-7292
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FAMILY AND KIDS The “Take a Shot” youth photo contest runs through June 15 at Shaw Nature Reserve. Children aged 14 and younger are invited to submit photos taken at the reserve. The contest is judged based on subject, composition, creativity and difficulty. Winning entries are exhibited at the reserve beginning July 1. Visit shawnature. org/takeashot or call 451-3512. ••• Youth Day is from 1-4 p.m. on Sunday, May 6 at the Ellisville Elks Lodge, 1007 New Ballwin Road. Admission is free and includes pony rides, a bounce house, games, food, attendance prizes and more. Call 227-0404. ••• The Humane Society of Missouri hosts Spring Wagon Days from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturdays, May 12 and June 9, at Longmeadow Rescue Ranch, 480 Joseph Road in Union. Highlights of the free event include wagon rides, tours of the 165-acre ranch and the opportunity to meet adoptable animals, including the Barn Buddy Animal Ambassadors. Visit longmeadowrescueranch.org. ••• Evening Vacation Bible School is from
6-8 p.m. on Sunday, July 15 through Thursday, July 19 at Manchester United Methodist Church. Kids from age 3 through those entering sixth grade enjoy experiments, games, music and more. The cost is $20 per child, with a $40 per family maximum. Scholarships are available. Families are invited to a free meal at 5 p.m. each evening (4:30 p.m. on Sunday). Register at manchesterfumc.org/vbs or call 394-7506.
LIVE PERFORMANCES “I Do! I Do!” is at 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and at 2 p.m. on Sunday through Sunday, May 13 at Dramatic License Theatre at ARTropolis arts district in Chesterfield Mall. The Tony Awardwinning play spans the 50-year marriage of Agnes and Michael Snow. Tickets are $25 for adults, $22 for students and seniors and $18 for military. Visit dramaticlicenseproductions.org or call 220-7012. ••• The New Jewish Theatre presents the comedy “Jacob and Jack” from Thursday, May 3-Sunday, May 20 at the Marvin & Harlene Wool Studio Theatre at the JCC’s Staenberg Family Complex. Jack Shore, a well-known TV personality, confronts his challenges while preparing to appear in a tribute to his grandfather. Call (314) 4423283. ••• West Newsmagazine presents the second annual West County Talent Bash on Saturday, May 26 at Central Park Amphitheater in Chesterfield. The event is produced by St. Louis Bash Productions and includes the new World Championship Pork Steak Competition. All ages are welcome, and all acts are included – from music to dance, jugglers, marching bands and comedians. Visit stlbashproductions.com.
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We fix slow and crashing computers, remove and prevent viruses, recover and transfer data, setup home networks and more. Fixed or it’s free! 15 years of real experience. Call Matt 314.226.4279 or visit us at YourPcDocs.com.
Specializing in Home Offices and Small Businesses. County Computer Consulting LLC, can support your computers and networks. Call Ray for more information at 636-391-3853 or www. CCC-LLC.BIZ.
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Full Residential Electrical Service. Service Upgrades, Panel Replacemements, Outlets And New Wiring. Basements And Remodels. No Job Too Small. Licensed, Bonded And Insured Since 1948. 24 Hour Emergency Service Doll Electrical Services 636-343-0004. ERIC'S ELECTRIC - Licensed, Bonded and Insured: Service upgrades, fans, can lights, switches, outlets, basements, code violations fixed, we do it all. No job too small. Competitively priced. Free Estimates. Just call 636-262-5840.
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NOW HIRING CAREGIVERS AND NuRSES. Immediate openings for all areas of St. Louis especially Chesterfield, Ellisville & Ballwin. Private Duty cases only. All shifts avail. Apply in person at 141 N. Meramec, Suite 102, Tues. & Thurs. 9am-11am or 1pm-3pm. Questions? Call 314-863-3030.
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Estate Sale EStAtE AUCtION 18455 Westwood Drive 63038 May 6 - Preview at 9AM Auction at 10AM Hundreds & hundreds of die cast cars including Heller, Testors, AMT, Revell, Franklin Mint, Corgi, ERTL and many more. Collection of Pocket Watches, Honda 48" 2.5 horse power with sulky lawn tractor, Furniture: Study/library furniture including desk, bookcases, leather wingback chairs, antique drop front secretary, grandfather clock, wooden file cabinets, dining room set including table and chairs, dry sink, china cabinet/hutch, bench, family room furniture including couches, loveseat, end tables, coffee tables, sectional couch, another table and chairs, large desk, library tables, stained glass hanging lamps, bedroom furniture including beds, dressers, chests, nightstands, free standing mirror, hall tree, recliner chair, flat screen TV, outdoor furniture including wicker and wrought iron, rocking chair, pool table with accessories, antique trunk. 314-680-8599 www. moundcityauctions.com
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Help Wanted Graphic Design Growth Opportunity
Seeking a talented self-starter for our enthusiastic team. Develop designs for healthcare promotions. Adobe CS5 skills are essential: Photoshop • InDesign • Illustrator. Dreamweaver expertise a big plus. Teamwork rules in a fast-paced creative platform. Can lead to a permanent position. West County, flexible hours and stimulating client projects. Visit www.HDHealthScapes.com. Move FAST, we are…
Contact: bruce@hdimpressions.com or 314-276-7392
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(636) 227-1173 HANDyMAN PLuS - home repairs + senior living aids installed by craftsman. Carpentry, plumbing, painting, electrical, grab bars, handrails, door widening, furniture platforms, ramps, etc. 314-956-7437 or www.stlhandymanplus.com. DISCOUNT AVAILABLE.
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Drury Hotels is Hiring New Team Members! Drury Hotels is growing and looking for candidates who possess the right combination of energy, people skills and experience. Are you upbeat and friendly? Working as a Guest Service Agent or Food Attendant would be a great fit! Maybe you are a stay-at-home mom looking to work around your children’s schedules? Our housekeeping and laundry positions give you the option to work 9am-2pm or 4pm-8pm. We offer great training, a bonus opportunity, competitive wages, potential for paid vacation and personal days, great benefits–Medical and Dental Insurance, 401K and more! We are currently hiring for the following positions:
• Food Attendants (AM and PM) • Guest Service Agents • Housekeepers (starting at $9/hr) • Laundry Attendants • Property Maintenance
Reserve your career today at drurycareers.com Select hourly positions and zip code 63017 Drury Plaza Hotel • 355 Chesterfield Center East • Chesterfield, MO
Home Improvement Deck & Fence Powerwashing and Sealing • Home Powerwashing Gutter Guards • Gutter Cleaning Painting• Wallpaper Removal Tree/Shrub Pruning Insured • Senior Discounts Call Chris 636-349-3231 or cell 314-620-6677
Patrick Interior Finish: Specializing in interior home remodeling, drywall, trim, taping & painting. Over 25 years experience. NO PAy TIL jOB COMPLETE! Honest Day's Work for Honest Day's Pay. References available. Call Pat 314-415-0377.
DIRT CHEAP POWER WASH Single Story Ranch Homes Power Washed @ The Dirt Cheap Price of $95.00
314.378.9064 dirtcheap2012@yahoo.com Deck Cleaning & Staining Is One Of Our Specialties
Handyman Corner Inc. Reliable Home Repair PLUMBING • ELECTRICAL CARPENTRY
30 yrs. Experience - Free Estimates
(636) 230-3588 CELL: (314) 799-4334 Lawn Cutting $25. Landscaping cleanup! Weeding, mulching, tree/bush trimming/removal, leaf removal. Aerating $50, Dethatching $95 (raking/bagging extra). Free Estimates. 636-4323451. Caulk Specialties: Expert application of the RIGHT products in the proper places in your home. SAVE yOUR TIME and MONEy! john Hancock - 22 years experience. 636-795-2627. All Around Construction LLC - All interior and exterior remodeling and repairs. Historic restoration, molding duplication. Finished basements, kitchens, baths and decks. Liability, workmens comp, and EPA certified in lead removal. 18 years exp. Call 314-393-1102 or 636-237-3246.
J&S Home Services Handyman • Carpenter 25 + years Experience Cheap Rates! Free Estimates! House Closings • Deck Repairs Commercial Door Repairs All jobs Big or Small. Licensed, Bonded, Insured. Call james at 314-420-3562
Total Bathroom Remodeling Cabinetry•Plumbing•Electrical 20 Years Experience
Landscaping
Lawn Cutting $25
Landscaping cleanup! Weeding, mulching, tree/bush trimming/ removal, leaf removal Aerating $50 Dethatching $95 (raking/bagging extra). Free Estimates
636-432-3451
Valley Landscape Co. Spring cleanup, mulching, mowing, tree and shrub trimming and removal, complete lawn care. (636) 458-8234.
Landscaping
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Lawn Mowing & Maintenance
SPRING CLEAN-UP! Trim Bushes • Mulch first cut fREE with 1 year Mowing agreement!
314-365-7524
MISSOURI LANDSCAPE
Retaining Wall Specialist Concrete & Paver Flat Work Hardscaping
314-849-5387
Fully Insured • Free Estimates • Residential & Commercial Now Accepting Visa, MasterCard & Discover
MORALES LANDSCAPE LLC. Spring Clean-Up, Grass Cutting $25 & up. Mulching, Aeration, Trimming, Edging, Weeding, Leaf/Tree Removal, Sod Installation, Planting, Retaining Walls, Paver Patio, Stone & Brick work, Drainage work! FREE ESTIMATES. 636-699-5189.
SPRING CLEAN-UP Mulch & Decorative Rock Specialize in 1-Time Clean-ups See website for PHOTOS
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M I E N E R LANDSCAPING Re t aining walls, patios, pruning, chainsaw work, seasonal clean-up. Friendly service with attention to detail.
C a l l T o m 636.938.9874 All Around Lawn Maintenance Programs Mowing•Fertilizing & MORE!
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SHEARN LANDSCAPING Reliable Lawn Mowing, Treatment and Maintenance. Special Discounts for Chesterfield residents for weekly seasonal contracts. Commercial & Residential. Call Chesterfield resident, Dennis at 314-591-2787.
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Spring Cleanup • Mowing • Dethatching Mulching • Sodding • Fertilizing • Spraying Weeding Pruning • Trimming • Planting Brush Removal • Edging • Retaining Walls Paver Patios & Draining Work
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Designed For The Discriminating Buyer... Villas at Hanna Bend Provided by West Newsmagazine’s Advertising Department
Delighted by the tempo of sales, time is drawing short for buyers hoping to own a home in the Villas at Hanna Bend, located at Hanna and Big Bend. From the beginning, the Villas at Hanna Bend, only offers the finest quality construction and interior features include hardwood flooring, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, fireplace, spacious decks,
6” base molding, paneled doors and so much more. Some 3 car garages are still available. DeBrecht Homes offers three luxury villa models with open floor plans and main floor laundry rooms with a total of 2000 square feet and 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. By finishing the lower level, owners can add approximately 1000 square feet of sumptuous living space, including an expansive great room and fireplace and full bedroom/bath suite.
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Call today for your reservation at Coldwell Banker Gundaker Town & Country Office 636-394-9300
Designed for the discriminating buyer, DeBrecht Homes celebrates a grand opening of their fabulous new Oxford display featuring, in addition to all the standards, beautiful vaults, palladium windows, a custom kitchen features upgraded cabinetry with crown mouldings and a natural stone backsplash. A large screened in porch welcomes you to enjoy a cold drink or morning coffee. The serenity of
the large master suite includes a coffered ceiling, his and her sinks, glass tile features in the master shower and separate
For information, call Cindy DeBrecht at 314-482-0393 or www. debrechthomes.com. Prices start in the 390s. Open Sundays from 124pm.
soaking tub and a massive master closet. The Villas at Hanna Bend is beautifully situated in a quiet neighborhood amidst wooded surroundings but conveniently located to highways 141, 40, 270 and 44, ten minutes from west county mall and walking distance to grocery shopping and dining.
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WEST claSSifiEdS Legal ALL IMMIGRATION ** TRAFFIC from $40 ** DWI from $800 ** DIVORCES From $500 ** ATTORNEY Pari Sheth 314-5672010 or 314-768-0639. The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely on advertisements.
Mulch Lawn Cutting $25. Landscaping cleanup! Weeding, mulching, tree/bush trimming/removal, leaf removal. Aerating $50, Dethatching $95 (raking/bagging extra). Free Estimates. 636-4323451.
Oak Mulch
All NAturAl Double GrouND
12 20
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314-808-3330 Music PIANO LESSONS: Masters Degree in Composition w/ Piano major, 5 yrs. in Europe, 30 yrs. teaching experience - all ages. Taught music theory and piano at college level. Manchester & Strecker. Call Arthur at 636-458-0095.
Painting KEVIN'S PAINT SERVICE - Expert & Professional. New & old house interior/ exterior painting, drywall & acoustical ceiling repair. 25 years painting experience. Low rates/ Free Estimates. Call Kevin at 636-322-9784. Gary Smith
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25 years experience Fully Insured • Owner/Operator
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Karen's Painting Looking for a job done right the first time? On time? Neat & organized? Someone who respects your home like her own? Interior & exterior painting. Free estimates. Discounts on empty properties. Call KAREN 636-352-0129. Jim's Paint & Trim Service Interior & Exterior painting, crown and decorative moulding, wallpaper removal, texturing, drywall and rotten wood repair. Call 636-778-9013.
- Interior Painters -
Please Call Laurie
We Use Environmentally Friendly - NO VOC Paints
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We take care of Pets in your home Where Pets Prefer
Pet Sitting & Dog Walking. POOP'R SCOOP'R Services Available! Insured
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Holy Spirit, you who make me see everything and show me the way to reach my ideals. Give me the divine gift to forgive and forget them all who have done wrong to me. I, in short dialogue, want to thank you in everything and confirm once more that I never want to be separated from you no matter how great the material desires may be. I want to be with you and my beloved one in our perpetual glory. Thanks for favors. Pray this prayer for three consecutive days without asking for wish. After third day, wish will be granted no matter how difficult. Promise to publish this dialogue as soon as your favor has been granted. KP
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Real Estate open house sunday May 6th from 1-3 This is the one you have been waiting for! Open floor plan, hardwood flrs & laundry on 1st flr. Kitchen updated w/stainless appliances. Bright family rm opens to LR. Vaulted MBR suite. LL rec room. Move-in ready!
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