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If you truly love someone you should in-american-education-vs-a-completehave the right to stand up in front of your resource-guide-for-utahs-core-standards/ family, friends and God to proclaim that Stotsky served on the official Common love by getting married. Core Validation Committee and was among Many people who are straight might not those who refused to sign off that the Common think this strongly about it. They are allowed Core standards were, in fact, adequate. to marry who they want. I know in some Commenting on “A Complete Resource states it’s legal for gays and lesbians to get To the Editor: Guide On Utah’s Core Standards,” Stotsky married but I don’t understand how it can be When I read the cover title “Changing states, “lies and unsupported claims” abound legal in some states and not legal in others. Curriculum for better or worse” I thought in the document. She also writes: “the writIn my opinion being gay is not a choice. It’s this would be a balanced article, but noth- ers didn’t even get the committee I was just the way you were born. I am not ashamed ing could be further from the truth. on right. I was appointed to the Validation of who I am. I am a person just like everyone The Common Core Standards Initiative Committee, not the Standards Development else, I just happen to be gay. I still breathe the was not “state-led.” Committee, and along with the one mathsame air, believe in the same God, and my The Heritage Foundation and the Pioneer ematician on the Validation Committee (and love is no different than anyone else’s. Institute have chronicled the progression of three others) declined to sign off on the final Samantha Jung Common Core over the last few years. It version of Common Core’s standards. St. Charles County was not state-led as they claim because our “The writers keep repeating ad nauseam that locally elected officials were not involved Common Core was a state-led effort. Everyin signing off on the adoptions and public one knows most of the effort was financed by Common Core hearings were not held. Our governor and the Gates Foundation and that Gates chose the To the Editor: state Board of Education signed away our standards writers who had no qualifications Mid Rivers Newsmagazine’s recent state sovereignty in education and ceded for writing K-12 standards in either ELA or article (MRN, Feb. 6, 2013) about the local control of our elected school boards. math (David Coleman and Jason Zimba). Common Core State Standards (CCSS) did Please read: “The document simply repeats the false a great job covering a lot of the facts, but I States Must Reject National Education claims made by CCSSO from the beginning.” would like to offer another perspective. Standards While There Is Still Time Lisa Jones The author indicated that Missouri had http://www.heritage.org/research/ really strong standards. She was probably reports/2012/04/states-must-rejectreferring to Missouri’s cut scores for profi- national-education-standards-while-there- Missouri Ballet ciency, in which Missouri ranks in the top five is-still-time?query=States+Must+Reject+ To the Editor: in rigor. The standards, however, were given a National+Education+Standards+While+ The Missouri Ballet Theatre was founded grade of D and ranked near the bottom by the There+Is+Still+Time in May 2009 by Artistic Director Adam Sage. Thomas B. Fordham Foundation. However, The Road to a National Curriculum: The The Missouri Ballet Theatre opened its doors the rigor of the standards is not the real contro- Legal Aspects of the Common Core Stan- in the city of St. Peters in September 2012, versy. The problem with the CCSS is that they dards, Race to the Top, and Conditional and after having the honor of introducing remove the standard setting process one step Waivers: http://pioneerinstitute.org/down- and attending a magnificent performance of further away from parents and stifle choice. load/the-road-to-a-national-curriculum/ the classic Nutcracker at the Edison Theater Under a Common Core regime, parents Common Core Standards are not rigor- during the holidays, I must say I am quite will have very little influence on their local ous or internationally bench-marked. proud that our community is playing a part school’s standards. This is particularly Sandra Stotsky in “Common Core Stan- in this rich tradition of first-class dance. troubling because the standards are often dards’Devastating Impact on Literary Study The Missouri Ballet Theatre is launching linked to progressive instructional strate- and Analytical Thinking”: http://www. the 2013 season with Concepts 3 perforgies, which many parents despise. heritage.org/research/reports/2012/12/ mances on March 8 and March 9, and A The article also mentions that the CCSS questionable-quality-of-the-common- Mid Summer Night’s Dream May 31 and will bring continuity to education. That is, a core-english-language-arts-standards June 1, at the Edison Theatre. I encourage third-grader in one district will be learning the Common Core’s standards not only pres- everyone to get involved in this rich tradisame thing as a third-grader in another district. ent a serious threat to state and local education of classical and contemporary dance. 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St. Charles On probation A 28-year-old homeless man was sentenced to five years probation after pleading guilty to having sex with a St. Charles teen. Brent Jacob Surdyke, 28, pleaded guilty to statutory sodomy and rape on Feb. 5. He served 60 days of “shock” time and received

a seven-year suspended sentence. Surdyke is also required to register as a sex offender and complete sex offender counseling. Surdyke has also been ordered to stay away from the 15-year-old girl and her family. The father of the teen discovered of issue: the relationship between Date Surdyke, who Client: was a family friend, and his daughter.

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The police department received a call of a fight in progress about 2:29 p.m. just before school was scheduled to release. Police said a group of individuals not associated with St. Charles West High School entered the premises of the school during dismissal. An altercation occurred and two St. Charles School District employees were assaulted while attempting to de-escalate the altercation. Four adults and two juveniles were taken into custody following the fight and have since been released. One juvenile was transported to an area hospital with a nonlife threatening injury. “At this time this case is still under investigation,” said Erik Lawrenz, with the St. Charles Police.

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Rock blasting this month Crews working on the new I-64 Daniel Boone Missouri River Bridge will have once a day closures of I-64 for rock blasting adjacent to the eastbound lanes of I-64 at the St. Charles County end of the bridge. I-64 traffic will be slowed and potentially stopped for up to 10 minutes at either 10 a.m. or 2 p.m. weekdays until mid-March. At the time of the blast, local law enforcement vehicles and construction vehicles will slow I-64 traffic. Eastbound traffic will be

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Greenway invitation Great Rivers Greenway, in cooperation with the CityArchRiver 2015 Foundation, is extending an open invitation to the people of the region to participate in the CityArchRiver 2015 Project Citizen Advisory Committee. The district has opened the application process to residents in seven counties on both sides of the Mississippi River and the city of St. Louis. “Our focus is on improving the quality of life for the St. Louis region and the best way to do this is by working in partnership with residents,” said Susan Trautman, executive director of Great Rivers Greenway. “Our success has always been dependent upon the input and feedback from the citizens and communities we serve. Every Great Rivers Greenway

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It is estimated that one in four pregnancies in the United States ends in miscarriage, stillbirth or early infant loss. The Gentle Flutters program at SSM St. Joseph Hospital West in Lake Saint Louis now offers help for families experiencing the loss of a child 12 weeks or less, including miscarriage and stillbirth. “We want families to know that we acknowledge their child’s existence, and that there are others going through the same tragedy,” said Lisa Zorn, R.N., Gentle Flutters grief coordinator at the hospital. “Through this new support group, they can lean on others who personally understand their grief and special type of loss.” At St. Joseph Hospital West, many families who suffer early pregnancy loss request support, Zorn said. The goal of this expanded support group is to reach each grieving family to let them know help is available no matter what stage of pregnancy the loss occurs. “Through this new support group, families can find that glimmer of hope they need,” said Zorn. The Early Pregnancy Loss Support Group complements the existing Pregnancy Loss Support Group by focusing on families who are left without pictures, footprints, blankets or any personal items because of the early loss.

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St. Charles County set to update master plan by June 30 deadline By Sue E. Steiniger St. Charles County government is updating its master plan, a key document serving as a type of blueprint for development within the county. The County Charter, a formal written document much like a constitution to help govern the county, requires the master plan be reviewed and updated every five years. The most current plan was completed in 2008 and projected into the year 2020. To revise the plan, changes are reviewed by a master plan steering committee, the County Executive and ultimately the County Council which is expected to sign off on the update by June 30. “The master plan is a helpful guide, but not a straight jacket,” said County Executive Steve Ehlmann. “It helps us to guide future development in St. Charles County.” Plan revision is usually based on how rapidly the county has grown and the changes within the past five years. The plan, as expected, may be impacted by the economic downturn. St. Charles County Community Development Director Wayne Anthony is both realistic and optimistic. “To a large degree everything slowed down dramatically,” Anthony said. “The biggest thing that has impacted that plan is the recession and it didn’t impact it in where we

need to go with land use. It slowed down the whole development process. To some degree things got kind of frozen in time here.” But Anthony does see a positive side. “Getting out of the recession and things picking up” are a real possibility “at some point between 2015 and 2020,” Anthony said. “I definitely see a little bit more of uptick, small increase. So yes, we’re growing.” One measurement showing signs of recovery is the county population which increased by 3,426 from 2010 to 2011, according to the Census Bureau. As far as how the pending master plan update will be approached, Anthony said, “We haven’t had the amount of intensity and growth that we have had in the past, so consequently in reviewing the plan as far as amendments or changes, we are not proposing to make a huge amount of change.” Anthony says because of the work that went into developing the 2008 plan, the general direction isn’t expected to see much adjustment. “The plan is still basically solid and we could probably still go the next five years with this document but, because as far as a land use arrangement is concerned, it really isn’t changing,” Anthony said. Steven Lauer, director of the county’s Planning and Zoning Division, said the one

element that will have changes is the thoroughfare plan – a document referenced to see what kind of roads would be needed within a development and if it is going to incorporate the areas where a street or road is required. “We have been working on that over the last couple of years with John Greifzu, director of the St. Charles County Transportation Department, so the road construction is continued throughout the county,” Lauer said. “The thoroughfare plan will reflect that construction plus the future plans for the county transportation network.” The thoroughfare plan will be updated and revised to include a lot more detailed examination, city street departments’ projections and MoDOT’s plans where municipal and state road networks connect or affect county roads. Anthony said county administration has followed the current master plan fairly consistently and it is frequently consulted. “Probably two of the most important pieces in that master planning effort are the land-use plan and the thoroughfare plan,” Anthony said. “Both of those documents are used on a regular basis.” Anthony is aware of a number of site plan requests County Council rejected as they weren’t consistent with the master plan. “On a land development basis, particularly when we were developing very rap-

idly and people were coming in with new subdivision plans it (the master plan) was always referenced to determine …whether a project had a thoroughfare going through it, so it’s used frequently,” Anthony said. Anthony said he is optimistic in view of commercial and industrial growth of St. Charles County. “Now most of the commercial and industrial growth actually occurs in incorporated places within the county - St. Peters, O’Fallon, Wentzville, and St. Charles.” Does this mean St. Charles County’s unprecedented growth which peaked in 2005 has stopped? “No, we’re still growing,” Anthony said. “In 2010 the census population was a little over 360,000 and so in 2011 the Census bureau was estimating about a 5,000 population growth.” Anthony said the county projects that by 2015 it will have grown to about 385,000. “And I think we are probably on target to probably be - plus or minus - somewhere in that vicinity by 2015,” Anthony said. “In the next 10 years population growth is expected to move toward the west on Hwy. N.” The costs for revising the master plan are somewhat indirect, because the county uses in-house staff rather than hiring consultants, Anthony said. There is, however, a budget for printing ranging from $15,000 to $20,000 allocated through the general fund.

Polar Plunge Special Olympics fundraiser raises $85,239 By Sue E. Steiniger Jumping from the sunshine into 28-degree lake water may not sound like fun – unless it was part of the annual Polar Plunge in Lake Saint Louis, held Feb. 2 at the Lake Saint Louis Community Association Clubhouse. For the 10th year, the swim party combined a costume party with a swim party, raising money for Special Olympics. A crowd of 335 brave souls clad in swimwear and wild costumes were primed and ready to jump into the freezing lake of Lake Sainte Louise – for a cause. An equal number of spectators and supporters – the smart and dry ones – were on hand to cheer them on. The event serves as a charitable fundraiser to benefit Special Olympic Missouri athletes (SOMO). “Special Olympics is such a huge part of the special needs (athletes’ lives) that you can’t help but get involved in and excited about it,” said Jamie Washburn, Warren County Superheroes team member. “The Polar Plunge is part of that.” The goal for this year’s event was to raise $113,400, according to SPMO Development Director Jennifer Brown. Preliminary numbers as well as online pledges as of MRN press time totaled $85,239 - still a bit shy of the goal. But Brown is confident they will reach their goal. “We anticipate much more (funds) once the final num-

bers are in,” Brown said. Online registration remains open and contributions can be submitted at somo.org/plunge. Washburn explained that the kids who participate in track and field competitions wouldn’t get to have such an experience without off-season fundraising. “The Special Olympian athletes couldn’t do the trips and events without the funds raised from the Polar Plunge,” said Washburn. She would know. Washburn coaches six Special Olympics teams for Warren County Handicapped Services (WCHS). Her athletes range in age from teenagers to 80-somethings. Two of her Superhero team members, Rachael Kelly, 24, and Sara Lewis, 27, are also WCHS Special Olympics athletes. The Feb. 2 plunge was the teams’ sixth year to leap into the frigid surf. Lake Saint Louis Police Capt. Chris DiGiuseppi, coordinated the volunteers who staged the plunge. “It’s our 10th year,” said DiGiuseppi. “Over the years we have raised over $700,000 for Special Olympics Missouri and it’s good to see so many people come out to support such a good cause. “They are truly people with big hearts and great compassion for our Special Olympians and they have my deepest respect,” DiGiuseppi said. “Especially since they come out on a winter day and jumped into the freezing cold waters to help others.”

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The 2013 Polar Plunge was hosted by Lake Saint Louis, O’Fallon and Wentzville police departments and St. Charles County Sheriff’s Department. Top fund raisers from the Lake Saint Louis Polar Plunge include: Top Group Award went to Team for Terry raising $4,575; Top School Award went to Ft. Zumwalt West Middle School Wild Cats for raising $3,970; and, Top Law Enforcement Award went to O’Fallon Police Department Team O’Fallon for raising $7,221.

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O’Fallon continues efforts to grow economic base, aid businesses By Mary Ann O’Toole Holley Mike Hurlbert, economic director for the city of O’Fallon, said growing the city’s economic base is a process, but working with prospective business owners brings vibrant businesses to the city seems to be working. The city’s “Open in the O” program, a program designed by the Planning Department with coordination by public relations and economic development is assisting new business prospects and those with a desire to grow to make their way through the paperwork such projects involve. Everything from planning and development to the final approval, the city staff has been developing a process for some time. Hurlbert said staff in the city’s Economic Development Department conducts 30 visits in-person with the existing business community per month. “From the conversations, the businesses are doing average to well,” Hurlbert said. “A handful says they’re doing very well and are looking to expand.” Hurlbert said the Economic Development Department is available to assist any new or expanding business owners in the process of settling in the city. “The program promotes our local business community, viable usage of sites and a very extensive website launched last year

that has been well received by the business community,” he said. “It’s designed to provide that personal assistance,” Hurlbert said. “The city helps conduct a feasibility inspection to avoid having a square peg in a round hole. We want to make sure they’re aware of all the requirements and are suitable for an area.” David Woods, director of Planning and Development said the role of P and Z is to provide a guide with zoning codes, to look at structures and access issues and continue to help with the development process. Public Works Director Steve Bender said in general, the city’s Engineering Department works with a potential business on exterior issues such as roads, water, sewer and stormwater. The department also looks at access points, traffic managements, and sidewalks and trails to ensure a quality standard for the city and to ensure that standards are being retained. The city planners all have many years of experience at private firms. For those interested, Bender said all required forms are online, with instructions, details and any paperwork required. “It makes it easy for us and easy for businesses,” Bender said. There is also a section on the Web with checklists and escrow documents, and whether an issue has to go through the City

Council before issuing permits. “Sometimes we run into situations where there are county roads or MoDOT roads, so we have to coordinate that, too,” Bender said. Hurlbert said some businesses were surprised or didn’t have clear direction about the “Open in the O” program. “It is to provide assistance and show them how codes may affect their business and helps them navigate the permitting and other processes. The key is providing all this information upfront,” Hurlbert said. “Feedback received has been positive and we hope to build on that.” Hurlbert said the city may want to review various “incentives” available to new businesses, such as Tax Increment Financing Districts and such that reap up to 1 percent sales tax for property improvements. “We are many times asked to consider financial incentives. I explained that O’Fallon looks at that on a case by case basis. There are various tax abatements, but these are not applicable in all situations,” Hurlbert said. The city’s new Economic Development Strategic Plan will help formalize the incentive process for the city as well as permitting and handling of business licenses. “We also want to identify concerns or issues that would discourage investment in

the community,” Hurlbert said. “Right now we have an inconsistent level of compliance with business licenses. Some have not applied or renewed one. Is there a strategy we can employ to make it not an issue?” Hurlbert said staff has also been looking at surveys, and it is likely going to send a survey to local businesses and potential business expansions. One survey would be targeted to applicants at the completion of a process, and another survey would ask for greater feedback on the business plan. Councilman Michael Snowden (Ward 5) asked if from an economic development standpoint, “O’Fallon is out of whack with the rest of the world.” Hurlbert said compared to what he’s seen in other communities, O’Fallon is “light years ahead.” “There will always be concerns, but as a whole, the process is better than other communities,” Hurlbert said. Councilman Bob Howell said he was fortunate to sit on Planning and Zoning Commission for nine years before being elected to the council. “After working with the city’s Engineering and Planning and Zoning Commission, I think they do a wonderful job,” Howell said. “For us as elected officials, five tower cranes in the city would thrill me.”

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By Michael R. Smith The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission announced Feb. 6 that Page Constructors was awarded the $118.2 million construction project for the 9-mile phase 3 section of the Route 364/Page Avenue extension. The project will extend Route 364 from Mid Rivers Mall Drive in St. Peters to I-64 in Lake Saint Louis. Page Constructors is a partnership of local firms and won the award in a design-build competition against three other teams. The winning design is a four-lane divided highway with interchanges at Mid Rivers Mall Drive, Hwy. K, Bryan Road, Henke Road, and I-64. St. Charles County Executive Steve Ehlmann called the design “a grand slam homerun.” Construction should begin this April with scheduled completion in November 2014. The new roadway will open in three segments from west to east rather than from where it ends now at Mid Rivers Mall Drive and going out to I-64. Page Constructors Project Manager Brian Carlson explained that the design team wanted to open the new road to traffic as quickly as possible. “With the amount of earthwork and bridgework being less heavy on the west end of the project it was easier for us to work from west to east,” Carlson said. The first section to open in August 2014 is from I-64 to Bryan Road. The next segment from Bryan Road to Hwy. K will open in October. The final section from Hwy. K to Mid Rivers Mall Drive will open in November. Mike Castro, MoDOT route director for the project, said that there will be “minimal impact to traffic” during construction. “There are two short-term closures. There’s one at Gutermuth Road for 90 days,” Castro said. “The detour is Old Gutermuth.” Castro said construction will also close “eastbound 94 for 30 days and run that traffic up the Mid Rivers Mall ramp.” The

closures will occur between Memorial Day and Labor Day of this year. Besides providing for today’s needs, Ed Hassinger — MoDOT district engineer — said the road should also meet future needs. “This road is easily expandable in the future,” Hassinger said. “This can be expanded to six lanes very economically. It will be a four-lane freeway with full shoulders. It’ll look like an interstate highway.” MoDOT’s website states that an advantage of the design-build method is that it saves time and reduces expense by completing the final design along with construction. Ehlmann said he wasn’t a proponent of the design-build concept when he first heard about it. However, he saw how the process creates savings. “We’ve had estimates anywhere from $120 million to $180 million to do this project,” said Ehlmann. “I was expecting to come up here and announce that we hit a triple — that we didn’t have enough” to get the whole (project) but that we got three-fourths of it. In fact, I think that we got a grand slam homerun. This is better than I ever hoped for.” The $118.2-million project will be paid for by a combination of federal, state, county, and municipal funding. “We very much appreciate the partnership that we put together here,” Ehlmann said. Federal funds toward the project are $25-million. MoDOT is contributing $61-million. The St. Charles County half-cent transportation sales tax will pay $29.15-million. The balance comes from the cities of O’Fallon and Dardenne Prairie foregoing other road improvements and putting their shares of county road funds to the Route 364 project. O’Fallon is contributing $2.25-million and Dardenne Prairie is giving $600,000. Page Constructors is a consortium of local construction firms, including Fred Weber Inc., Millstone Bangert Inc., and Kolb Grading. The lead designer is Parsons Transportation with support from Horner & Shifrin.

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South Extension will be at Bryan Road and Hwy. K, but Dardenne Prairie did come up with enough funding recently for a bridge at Hanley Road. Page South Extension phase 3 will begin in late spring/early summer. The new road will open in sections in the fall of 2014. I-64 to Bryan Road will open at the end of August 2014. Bryan Road to Hwy. K will open in early October 2014. Hwy. K to Hwy. 94 will open at the end of October 2014. The entire project will be complete by late November 2014.

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By Mary Ann O’Toole Holley O’Fallon city officials have agreed to fund $2.25 million of the Page South Extension to be assured the city will have bridges at Hwy. K and at Bryan Road. City Engineer Steve Bender said the Page Avenue (Route 364) phase 3 project is expected to start in late spring/early summer, extending the roadway from Mid Rivers Mall Drive to I-64. The concept was designed four years ago and will cross O’Fallon at Hwy. K and Brian Road serving to expose businesses at that end of the city. The problem, however, is that MoDOT went over budget on land acquisition costs by $9 million, Bender said. With the additional costs, Bender said, $9 million worth of construction has to be cut out unless the city agrees to pay $2.25 million. “It is not certain we’ll have bridges at Hwy. K and Bryan,” Bender said. “If the money is cut out, we’ll have traffic signals at Hwy. K and Bryan. The highway traffic will get the priority. It will make a bad situation worse. The effects will be dramatic for both those locations.” Bender said MoDOT had come up with a proposal where it would pay $4 million and the city and the county would pay $2.5 million each to make up the deficit. The state also said instead of the $2.5 million payment from the city, it would deduct funds from what the state owes them in 2015, for the Page South Outer Road project. That would reduce the amount of funds the city owes to MoDOT. Bender said MoDOT officials have also agreed to challenge the $9 million in court and try to get that figure lowered. Savings would then be split by the communities who contribute, Bender said. “We can get some of it back, and the court could also come back with a higher amount. In that case we have no risk,” Bender said. MoDOT has also agreed to place a condition into the contract that bridges would be included at Hwy. K and Bryan the city puts the additional funds into the project. “We won’t have to deal with the traffic lights,” Bender said. “It is in writing if we give them the money.” Bender added, “One department head said if we don’t do this now, there’s a good chance it would be up to the city to try to get bridges in the future. It’s no guarantee, but a reality with what we’re dealing with in MoDOT.” Although Bender came up with about $2.2 million in cost-cutting measures for the city, it would mean cutting the city’s “crack and seal,” and road repair program for one year. Finance Director Vicki Boschert said if MoDOT reduces the city’s payment in

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for the food pantry. “We received items from a variety of people, residents and non-residents alike, even the children who come to see Santa at our Weldon Spring Santa Claus event brought canned goods,” said City Clerk Moe Kwiatkowski. “We always get a lot of great items – canned goods, boxed dinners, toilet paper, paper towels and you name it.” Weldon Spring brought the trophy back home after it spent last year at Cottleville City Hall. “It was another close one this year. I was very surprised that we won so it was exciting and fun to learn that,” said Weldon Spring City Administrator Michael Padella. Dardenne Prairie Mayor Pam Fogarty said she is proud of her city for the total contributions from the competition. “Weldon Spring and Cottleville both gathered an amazing amount of food,” Fogarty said. “Dardenne Prairie may have come in last of the three cities but we still think our residents are No.1. In addition to the food drive, our annual Christmas Tree Lighting celebration provided toys for the Salvation Army.” The items collected through the competition will help feed needy families this winter. “Weldon Spring donates to Sts. Joachim & Ann because it services three surrounding counties and they reach out to so many people that need help. And that’s what it’s all about,” said Kwiatkowski.

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By Mary Ann O’Toole Holley Law enforcement officials and the St. Charles Prosecuting Attorney’s office is asking for help in arresting a Florissant man wanted for the murder of a 55-yearold O’Fallon woman. Terry Culberson, 63, of Florissant, has been charged with murder in the first degree and armed criminal action by the St. Charles County Prosecutor for the murder of Dorothy Hall, 55, who was found dead in her residence with a fatal gunshot wound to the head. O’Fallon Police Liaison Officer Diana Damke said on Feb. 5, at about 5 p.m., the O’Fallon Police Department received a call to check the well being of the woman in a residence on Downing Street in the city of O’Fallon. Officers responded and found Hall deceased in the residence. “There have been some leads, and we are pursuing those leads,” Damke said at MRN press time. “Unfortunately, the man is still

at large.” Damke said an investigation determined that the suspect, Culberson, allegedly made threats the previous day to harm Hall and her family. Further investigations sug- Culberson gest Culberson was the only person with the victim inside his residence prior to her death. Prior to discovery of the victim, police said the suspect fled the area in his vehicle, a 2008 red Ford Fusion. The Medical Examiner’s Office provided a preliminary ruling that the victim’s death was a homicide and the cause of death was gunshot wound to the head. Residents are asked to notify a local law enforcement official if they spot this man. Police said Culberson was believed to be driving a 2008 red Ford Fusion with Missouri license plate PE0F9U.

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Area residents predict no significant change with new pope By Mary Ann O’Toole Holley When Pope Benedict XVI, announced Feb. 11, that he would resign the papacy at the end of February, his decision to step down as leader of the Roman Catholic Church will make him the first pope to relinquish the office since Pope Gregory XII in 1415, and the first to do so without external pressures since Pope Celestine V in 1294. The pope said cited “lack of strength of mind and body” as the reason for his surprise resignation. The resignation was unexpected, because traditionally popes have held the position from election until death. News from the Vatican is that a new pope will likely be in place by Easter Sunday. Area Catholics say the announcement was shocking, but that change of leadership also brings hope that some of the policies of the Church may become more in tune with current times. Benedict XVI, like his predecessor Pope John Paul II, is theologically conservative in his teaching, and has advocated a return to fundamental Christian values. Religious experts say he had an influence “second to none when it came to setting church priorities and directions,” as one of Pope John Paul II’s closest confidants. Adam Young of St. Peters, a theology major and graduate of Loyola University in Chicago who teaches religion and philosophy at a private Catholic school, said the pope’s resignation is a “modern precedent for the modern age.” “A lot of people who disliked the pope are happy about the resignation,” Young said. “I don’t agree with the pope’s philosophy, and I don’t think there’s much hope for great change in the church with a new pope.” Young said Pope Benedict was the prefect of John Paul II, and since (John Paul) had a 30-year reign, most Cardinals were appointed by Benedict. “Because of Benedict’s conservative doctrine, all of the cardinals voting for the new pope are extremely conservative and are in a straight line with the pope’s doctrine,” Young said. “The pope isn’t going to appoint cardinals who aren’t in line with his views.” Young said electing a less conservative pope isn’t under debate by the hierarchy of the church. “There is no chance the next pope will be any more liberal than Benedict,” Young said. “Many people are happy to see the change, but it’s likely a new pope will continue the same philosophies and doctrines of Benedict.” Leo Johnson of O’Fallon, an ardent Catholic who said he once considered becoming a priest, said he believes people

are keeping quiet about much of the anticipation of a new pope because the Catholic Church has been “so beaten up” over the past several years. “The Catholic Church has taken a serious beating over all the child abuse issues and allegations of cover-ups,” Johnson said. “This election of a new pope, I’m sure is highly anticipated by most Catholics, but I don’t foresee any major change in the church’s conservative direction, even with a new pope.” Religious experts say when the College

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French and Italian fluently, has a good command of Latin and speaks English, Spanish, and Portuguese with proficiency. He can also read Ancient Greek and biblical Hebrew. John Paul II was reported to speak 12 languages. With Benedict’s resignation, there is no precedent for what his role will be as the new pope is named. Vatican representatives say Pope Benedict will retire to a monastery inside the walls of Vatican City, where he will dedicate himself to study and prayer.

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In its initial report offered to the county, the School Safety Task Force is offering 12 recommendations to better protect students at all levels. In December 2012, the County Council passed Emergency Bill Number 3930 establishing a task force to study and make recommendations to improve safety procedures at public and private schools and colleges in St. Charles County. The Schools, Mental Health and Emergency Services Task Force met on Jan. 8 and Jan. 22 to hear a variety of schools, mental health and law enforcement representatives’ report on initiatives their organizations have developed or adopted and to discuss ideas. “I think the entire process will prove extremely beneficial,” said Bernard DuBray, superintendent of the Fort Zumwalt School District and Task Force chairman. “In particular, I thought the mental health services presentations were worthwhile and will make available some resources we were not aware of.” The Task Force was charged with making initial findings to the county executive on security measures, policies and training, enhanced security options, on-site school security reviews, and other measures designed to enhance the security of schools throughout the county. These were compiled for the Initial Report of Findings, which includes the following 12 recommendations: • That parties explore opportunities to expand the use of School Resource Officers in high schools and middle schools; • The county invite its contractor, Motorola Solutions, to present to all schools and law enforcement in the county technical solutions available for installation in school facilities that would connect into the county’s new emergency radio communications system; • Law enforcement and schools establish liaisons and ongoing working relationships between one another; • When education institutions build or renovate school facilities that they be done so with a focus on facility security; • All schools be made aware of mental and behavioral health resources, including Behavior Health Response’s 24-hour response access line and mental health first-aid training; • All education institutions implement a mechanism for identifying troubled students, such as Fort Zumwalt School District’s Risk/Threat Assessment Worksheet or the St. Charles Community College Behavior Intervention Team (BIT) approach, and integrate law enforcement participation into such procedures; • The community focus on increased funding for school based mental health services; • For information to be shared with all schools so that they know to request crisis

intervention trained officers when necessary; • Encourage the state legislature to identify funds to assist police departments in expanding assignment of School Resource Officers; • Work toward de-stigmatization of mental health issues; • That the County Council review the state of the law regarding video games sales and ratings; and • That schools review their policies regarding entrances and exits both during the day and after-hours and take appropri-

ate steps to ensure safety. The Task Force recommended that the Initial Report of Findings be shared with all school administrators in the county. In addition, it asked that county staff arrange for an event or forum at which all school administrators and law enforcement be in attendance to present the Task Force’s findings, to hear presentations from mental health providers and to share information about accessing services and identifying troubled students. “I am impressed with the work of the Task

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Pink Out The Francis Howell North High School freshman, junior varsity, and varsity boys and girls basketball teams recently hosted its

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Funds for hurricane victims Student council students at Harvest Ridge Elementary raised $1,800 in an organized fundraiser for Hurricane Sandy victims. All funds raised were donated to the St. Charles County Red Cross for distribution to hurricane victims. Student council students organized a gift shop — the Winter Warehouse — for students to purchase gifts for families and pets during the holiday season. Students who were interested in purchasing items had the opportunity to visit the gift shop during recess. When items were purchased, student council gift wrapped and delivered gifts to students’ classes to be transported home.

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Preschool enrollment opens The Francis Howell School District (FHSD) began enrolling students in the Francis Howell community for preschool for the 2013-14 school year on Feb. 5. Enrollment for families outside FHSD boundaries will begin on March 4. In addition to FHSD’s full-day and halfday preschool programs, two new preschool options are being offered - Full Day Intersession Care and Off to Kindergarten (O2K). The Full Day Intersession program is available to all early childhood students during breaks, certain holidays, as well as professional development days. Intersession Care will focus on skill practice based on the preschool curriculum and will provide fun activities each day. Parents will be able to choose individual sessions depending on the needs of the family. The O2K class is a single-age class for children who will be entering kindergarten in August 2014. The class will focus on the skills needed to be successful in kindergarten socially and academically. There will be fun learning activities that prepare the children for the literacy and math kindergarten curriculum. The class will be offered in both the half-day and full-day programs. To enroll, children must be four-years old by Aug. 1. Enrollment will take place at all Early Childhood locations and will continue during normal business hours.

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Wentzville Future college athletes Timberland High School senior D.J. Hickey has committed to play baseball for the Vikings of Jefferson College in Hillsboro, Mo., next year. “It was the best fit academically and athletically,” said Hickey, the left-handed pitcher. “They have a lot of players that go on to Division I programs and the pros, so they are very good at developing baseball players.” Last year, Hickey led the Wolves with five wins and 34 strikeouts while posting a 1.84 ERA, and was also a GAC All-Conference Honorable Mention. Hickey plans on studying secondary education while at Jefferson College. Timberland High School senior and reigning Class 4 State Discus Champion Josh McDonald has committed to throw for the Badgers of Wisconsin in Madison. “I chose Wisconsin because of their academic success and their great reputation,” said McDonald, who has a 3.6 GPA and scored a 25 on the ACT. “On the athletic side, they have great throwers on the track team and it’s a great conference for my events so everything fit perfectly.” In 2010 McDonald was the GAC North Champion in the discus, and in 2011 he won the Sectional Championship. Last year, in his break-out season, McDonald finished sixth at State in the shot put, won the state discus title and also recorded the second longest discus throw in Missouri high school history. “I’d like to set a state record in the discus, that’s my ultimate goal for my senior season, and I would love to be an Olympian one day,” said McDonald.

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Students prepare for earthquake Students in the Wentzville School District participated in the Great Central U.S. ShakeOut on Feb. 7 — with more than 2.8-million people across nine states. The ShakeOut is an annual, region-wide earthquake event in which participants simultaneously practice the recommended drop, cover and hold-on response during an earthquake. The students in a sixth-grade math class at Wentzville Middle put down their books and quickly took cover as soon as the announcement was made. “We’ve been preparing for it,” said 12-yearold Nicholas Richardson. “We know to get under our desk and cover our heads.” The event was organized by the Central United States Earthquake Consortium and the states of Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma and Tennessee. A key aspect of the ShakeOut is the integration of earthquake research and the lessons learned from social science research about why people get prepared for disasters. The result is a “teachable moment” for students. “It’s pretty easy and helps make sure kids are safe if an actual earthquake ever really happens,” said 11-year-old Raven Schriewer. “I think it’s a good idea to practice.”

Football bound Holt High School senior Tray Mitchell has committed to play football for the Panthers of Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Ill. During his senior season Mitchell scored 12 touchdowns and rushed for 1,157 yards, averaging over 7 yards per carry. He was a 1st Team All-Conference and Class 5 All-District selection and was also named the 2012 Gateway Athletic Conference Offensive Player of the Year. Mitchell plans on majoring in animal science at EIU and hopes to be a veterinarian. Holt High School senior linebacker Clint Koons has committed to play football for the Lions of Lindenwood University. As a senior captain Koons led the team with 117 tackles and 61 assists. This season he was a 1st Team All-Conference and Class 5 All-District selection. He was named a 2nd Team All-State linebacker in the MSSA poll, and also honored as the 2012 Gateway Athletic Conference Defensive Player of the Year. Koons has a 3.4 GPA and scored a 25 on the ACT, and plans on majoring in criminal justice while at Lindenwood.

Friar signs with LSU Holt High School senior and reigning Class 4 State Triple Jump Champion Nataliyah Friar has committed to jump for the Tigers of Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, La. “When I visited LSU I could actually picture it being my home for the next four

years. The first day coaches could call in July, LSU coach Todd was the first coach to call me,” said Friar. “It’s always been my first choice, but I didn’t want to rule out everyone else - LSU is just where I wanted to go. Coach sent me a letter with the countdown to the Olympics, the months, days and hours. That’s really where I want to go.” In 2011, Friar was the long jump and triple jump state champion, and in 2012 she successfully defended her state title in the triple jump. She is also the two-time USA Track and Field Junior Olympics national triple jump champion. With all of these accomplishments, Friar still has a few goals left for her final high school season. “It’s my senior year, and I really want to break the state long jump and triple jump records,” said Friar.

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Dr. Wright 3449 Pheasant Meadow Dr. • Suite 100 • O’Fallon • www.LaserLipoAndVeins.com • 636-397-4012 Dr. Thomas Wright is the medical director of the Laser Lipo and Vein Center, and was one of the first 248 board certified specialists in phlebology. Phlebology is the medical specialty that deals with vein disease. “When a patient has legs that swell, are tender, restless or fatigued, they may be suffering from vein disease, and this disease can cause serious medical issues down the road, if the vein disease is not properly treated. Many patients would be surprised to know that the diagnosis and treatment of vein disease is much more than a cosmetic issue and is often covered by insurance,” Dr. Wright said. Dr. Wright accepts and is credentialed with all major insurance plans in the St. Louis area, and he makes every effort to provide his patients with consistently excellent care. He begins the evaluation of each patient with a comprehensive assessment including venous doppler ultrasound. He then uses research proven techniques to deliver optimal results to his patients, including Endovenous Laser Ablation Therapy (EVLT). All EVLT procedures are performed on site, and patients are up and moving that day. Patients can resume their normal activities within two to three days, and can be assured that the procedure has a 98 percent rate of effectiveness. Dr. Wright’s efforts to give his patients extremely effective treatments and high levels of care have not gone unnoticed. He has numerous awards including the Patients’ Choice Award and the American Medical Association’s Physician Recognition Award.

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Jenny Crosby, D.C.

Crosby ChiropraCtiC & aCupunCture Centre 331 Jungermann Road • St. Peters (636) 928-5588 • www.crosbychiropractic.com At Crosby Chiropractic & Acupuncture, doctors treat their patients as people, not as symptoms. Jenny Crosby, Doctor of Chiropractic, is not only a chiropractor certified to perform acupuncture, she and her doctors offer whole health services, including but not limited to chiropractic, nutrition, food sensitivity testing, GI and neurotransmitter evaluations. “We have so much to offer with a great team of doctors and staff that are there to do everything possible for our patients,” Dr. Crosby said. “We love being able to improve the lives of those who are living with chronic conditions for which mainstream medicine has no acceptable answers.” Anyone frustrated by a chronic condition, whether musculoskeletal, GI, emotional or hormonally related, can count on Crosby Chiropractic for help. “We love the challenge of the seemingly impossible situation,” Dr. Crosby said. “And will tell you what you need to be doing differently and provide you with the tools necessary to make a difference. I will work with anyone financially if they are ready to commit to themselves and to their health.”

Dr. Carol Bergmann, Au.D.

Hearing HealtH Care Center Ellisville • Richmond Heights • St. Charles • 636.391.9622 • www.hearinghealthcare.org Hearing Health Care Center utilizes the latest technology to provide the best in hearing care. Family-owned-and-operated for 15 years by Carol Bergmann, an audiologist, and her daughter, Dr. Alison Benner, the Center provides comprehensive audiological testing for individuals ages 3 and older. Hearing aid screenings, evaluations, fittings and post-fitting counseling also are provided. Hearing Health Care Center has relationships with multiple hearing aid manufacturers, allowing for a wide array of devices that are available in various sizes and circuit options. Each patient receives the optimal hearing aid for his/her needs. The newest is the Lyric – a completely invisible, extended-wear device that can be worn while showering, sleeping and exercising. The Center is stocked with information and supplies for hearing aids and other assistive listening devices. Each patient receives personalized treatment from an on-staff audiologist. Dr. Alison Benner and Dr. Colleen Edwards have doctorates in audiology, and Dr. Benner is a board certified audiologist. “We care how you hear, and we will work with you until you are satisfied,” Bergmann said.

F. Duane Turpin, DO st. Peters Multi-sPeCialty Barnes-Jewish st. Peters hosPital & Progress west healthCare Center 636.916.7460 • www.bjcmedicalgroup.org/turpin 6 Jungermann Circle, Suite 108 • St. Peters • 20 Progress Point Parkway, Suite 222 • O’Fallon Dr. F. Duane Turpin is a board-certified neurologist with over 16 years of experience in the St. Louis area. He treats patients for all aspects of neurology and neurophysiology, from common ailments such as migraines and sleep disorders to stroke, back pain and tremor disorders. Dr. Turpin also provides urgent care and testing at both of his St. Charles County offices. In addition, he is the Medical Director of the Stroke Program at Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital. “Quailty diagnosis and treatment are found at my offices,” says Dr. Turpin. “I strive to provide health care to each and every person as if they were my family or friend.” As a part of BJC HealthCare, Dr. Turpin is backed by the research and technology of one of the top health care organizations in the nation. He is a member of BJC Medical Group and on staff at both Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital and Progress West HealthCare Center. West County location coming soon.

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Jamie Tricamo, MSN, NP-C

Chesterfield Valley dermatology 100 Chesterfield Business Pkwy., Suite 110 • Chesterfield • 63005 Progress West HealthCare Center • 20 Progress Point Pkwy, Suite 206. • O’Fallon • 63368 636.532.0990 www.chesterfieldvalleyderm.com Jamie Tricamo is a graduate of the University of Missouri – Columbia where she obtained her bachelor of science in nursing. She earned her degree as a family nurse practitioner from Maryville University and is board certified through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Prior to joining the team at Chesterfield Valley Dermatology, Jamie worked in the intensive care unit at Mercy Hospital. She is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and the National Academy of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners. Jamie takes pride in treating patients with many different conditions but is especially interested in treating acne. “Acne can be very distressing for patients of all ages who are affected,” she said. “I feel that it is important to take the extra time to explain the disease process as well as the risks and benefits associated with treatment options. One of the most difficult components of acne can be the scarring that occurs. I am committed to working with patients on their new prescription regimen to treat their acne so that scarring may be prevented. I believe compliance is increased when patients understand the reason behind their specific treatment plan. In a condition such as acne, it is also necessary to understand over-the-counter skin care products, as they are at times inappropriately used in combination with prescriptions. In each acne visit, facial cleansers and moisturizers are discussed as adjuvants to prescription medications.” Jamie is also a volunteer for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Being a part of this organization is special to her, as she has lost family members to both forms of cancer. She enjoys meeting new people at fundraising events and giving any extra time she can to the foundation. Jamie has office hours at Chesterfield Valley Dermatology and Progress West HealthCare Center. Same-day appointments may be available.

Damon Hays, D.P.M.

Hays Foot & ankle Center 8067 Mexico Rd • St. Peters, 63376 • 636.379.2272 • www.haysfootandankle.com Hays Foot & Ankle Center is the medical practice of Dr. Damon Hays, board qualified podiatrist in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. “We are a podiatric medical practice treating children and adults, providing comprehensive foot care to our patients”, said Dr. Hays, a native of St. Louis. “This includes everything from routine and diabetic footcare, the crafting of custom orthotics and, if necessary, surgery.” As a premier provider of podiatric services, Hays Foot & Ankle Center is a patient practice deeply committed to delivering a level of care that surpasses patient expectations. Hays Foot & Ankle has two locations and both are at street level with parking in front. Our west office is located at 2901 Dougherty Ferry Rd, St. Louis, MO 63122, 636.825.3360.

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Tara S. Dickherber, LPC

Trauma Therapy of ST. CharleS 1360 S. 5th Street, Suite 394 • St. Charles • 573.754.0348 • www.mylifecoachtara.com Tara S. Dickherber, a licensed professional counselor and certified Rapid Resolution Therapy ® (RRT) practitioner, helps people heal from past traumatic experiences. “Rapid Resolution Therapy® is more in line with current research on neuroscience than research in counseling,” Dickherber explained. “I liken myself to being more like a fine auto mechanic or computer software programmer than a counselor. RRT® deals with how we are ‘wired’ and has immediate effect.” RRT helps relieve post-traumatic stress disorder and other symptoms such as insomnia, anxiety, panic attacks, anger and guilt. Most clients see Dickherber for one to three 3-hour sessions. “I assist the client with re-telling their story in a way that helps them stay grounded in the present moment, which quickly reintegrates the traumatic events, thus eliminating the unwanted thoughts, feelings and behaviors so their mind is working in a way much more advantageous to them,” she said. “I have the training and experience to see what the problem is and get the client to where we want them to be in a relatively short time period.”

Dustin G. James, MD

Chesterfield Valley GastroenteroloGy 100 Chesterfield Business Parkway, Suite 110 • Chesterfield 636.532.0990 www.chesterfieldvalleygi.com Dustin G. James, MD, has always enjoyed getting to know his patients. Board certified in gastroenterology, hepatology and internal medicine, James has been in practice for 10 years and has always been intrigued with understanding the details of how things work. “The practice of gastroenterology, which is the study of the digestive system, is a perfect match for these interests, as you really have to spend time talking to someone to determine what is causing their problems,” James said. James completed his undergraduate training at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York and his medical school, residency, and fellowship at Washington University School of Medicine He is also the author of the book, “The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Digestive Health”, and a frequent guest on local and national media, including Woman’s World, sheknows.com, and the John Tesh show. He said people should see a gastroenterologist for many reasons. One of the most common reasons is for a screening colonoscopy. “During this test, we look for polyps, which are growths of the colon that can become cancer, and remove them,” James said. “It really does save lives and is important for everyone 50 years of age and older.” Typically, patients also see a Gastroenterologist with concerns such as heartburn, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, bloating, celiac disease, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, liver problems, such as fatty liver, and hemorrhoids. “At Chesterfield Valley Gastroenterology, we truly take the time to get to know our patients and understand their needs,” James said. “We strive to give all of our patients as much time as they need to help them out.” Chesterfield Valley Gastroenterology is one of the only offices in the area to offer painless, in-office treatment of internal hemorrhoids with a laser. For education on digestion and healthy eating, visit chesterfieldvalleygi.com.

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By SUE HORNOF With the official start of spring only one month away, the time is ripe for planning indoor and outdoor home improvement projects. A trip to the annual Builders Home and Garden Show, returning Feb. 21-24 to America’s Center, will bring homeowners the inspiration and education they need to get those projects off the ground. Produced by the Home Builders Association (HBA), the 36th annual Builders Home and Garden Show is one of the largest consumer home shows in North America. More than 500 companies will exhibit in 1,800 booths, showcasing home and garden products and services in six categories: • The Lawn & Garden Marketplace includes multiple landscapes, including six colorful gardens filled with flowers and plants, water features and the newest elements for lawn and garden. There will be lawn décor, lawn and garden tools, fire pits, hardscape materials, playground equipment and more. • The Kitchen & Bath Showcase features the latest designs in appliances, cabinetry, countertops and fixtures, making it a great resource for anyone planning a kitchen or bath update or remodel. • The Pool & Spa Showcase offers a large selection of pools and spas in various sizes and styles, and products on display are ready for purchase. • The GeoComfort Green Products Pavilion & Stage is all about sustainability. There will be lots of exhibitor information on living “green,” plus informative seminars presented by local and national experts. • The Interior Design Marketplace is the place to find furniture, window and wall treatments, flooring products and design accessories, including items new to the St. Louis area. • The Building Products Area features assorted building goods, including windows, siding gutters, etc. Celebrity speakers always are a highlight of the Home and Garden Show, and this year’s show brings two renowned national experts. Appearing at the Green Products Pavilion & Stage, Jeff Wilson, HGTV host and home energy expert, will explain how to make a house cleaner, greener and healthier in his presentation, “Cut Your Home’s Energy Use by 50% with a Deep Energy Retrofit,” at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday and again at 1 p.m. on Sunday. At 3 p.m. each day of the show, Wilson will give his “Green Kitchen & Bath Trends” seminar. Don Engebretson, “The Renegade Gar-

dener,” is an editor, writer and garden scout for Better Homes and Gardens magazine who is known also for his work on HGTV and PBS. Engebretson will appear in the Green Thumb Theater, presenting “Common Gardening Myths – and the Mayhem they Cause” at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday; “Crafting Cool & Creative Containers” at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday and at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday; and “Yes You Can! Landscape Design For Homeowners” at 12:30 p.m. each day of the show. There also will be seminars on vegetable gardening, enhancing a home’s curb appeal, kitchen and bath remodeling, stone countertops, maximizing energy efficiency, plus home improvement advice from Scott Mosby.

Builders Home and Garden Show When: Thursday, Feb. 21, 10-a.m.-9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 22, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 23, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 24, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: America’s Center 701 Convention Plaza • St. Louis Prices/Discounts: Adults – $10 Children ages 6-12 – $4 Children 5 and younger – free Pre-purchase tickets online to receive $2 off adult admission; receive a oneyear subscription to Better Homes and Gardens. $2 off Thursday and Friday or $1 off weekend discount coupons are available at Schnucks. Adults ages 62 and older showing proof of age receive half-price admission on Thursday. Parking/Shuttle: Park at Laclede’s Landing or the Arch garage lots for $3-$4 with parking validation and take a free shuttle to and from America’s Center. The shuttle runs in five-minute intervals throughout the show. More information: stlhomeshow.com

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Idea born in Korean War continues to save lives Winghaven company provides medical air ambulance to rural communities By Michael R. Smith Handling about 75,000 air ambulance flights a year, Air Evac Lifeteam’s President Seth Myers said the company is the second largest of its kind in the United States and continues to grow. The company recently held an open house in O’Fallon to show off its new, 50,000-plus-square-foot headquarters and communications center after a move from its hometown of West Plains, Mo. In a darkened room at the Winghaven offices Air Evac personnel take calls from medical providers, schedule helicopter flights, coordinate arrivals with hospitals, adjust flights to changing conditions, and communicate with on-board paramedics and nurses. Myers said the company serves rural areas. Of its flights “about 60-percent are physician-ordered transfers. That’s from one hospital to another…with a higher level of care. The other 40-percent are things such as an automobile accident.” In accidents first responders can order an Air Evac team after a victim is evaluated and air transport is deemed necessary. Air Evac launches a helicopter from one of its 113 rural bases and flies the victim to the nearest available trauma center. Inside the company’s communications center multiple personnel monitor each flight to its destination because weather, hospital availability, and other factors can change a flight once it has begun. For example, pilots on the way to a hospital may be told that the staff can no longer accept a trauma patient because of a

new emergency. Air Evac must then divert to another hospital and that means quickly evaluating and reacting to new conditions to maintain patient and crew safety. Each flight includes a pilot, paramedic, and nurse. “These are advanced trained people with advanced skills,” Myers said. When necessary, the on-board personnel communicate with doctors on the ground about a patient’s condition and treatment. Air Evac owns its equipment and employs the nurse, paramedic, pilot, and maintenance person that staff each of its airbases around the clock every day. Myers explained that the idea of air ambulances grew out of Korea and Vietnam warfare. Helicopters were used where remote and difficult terrain prevented ground vehicles from getting to where they were needed. Fatalities decreased with helicopters moving wounded soldiers to mobile surgery hospitals. Doctors discovered a “golden hour” where patients survived their injuries more often with treatment within 60 minutes. In urban and suburban areas that “golden hour” is more easily managed because of the availability of immediate trauma care than in other areas. “It’s hard, I think, for some people who have never lived in a rural area to understand that there are places that it would take 45 minutes for an ambulance to get to you,” said Julie Heavrin, director of Public Relations. “You can get a helicopter there faster.” According to the Air Evac’s website, about

50-percent of Americans live in rural areas more than one hour from a primary trauma center. As a result, they are more than twice as likely to die from an accident. Air Evac began in 1985 in West Plains. The Ozark town lies in the center of the state near the Arkansas border. Springfield, Mo., has the closest major hospital. “It’s still an hour and half away by car,” Myers said. A helicopter from Springfield can take 45 minutes to arrive. He said that about 25 years ago a West Plains couple survived their initial wounds from a traffic accident. However, both individuals later died because of blood loss. The case moved local leaders to consider ways to prevent unnecessary death and the answer was to put a helicopter in West Plains. Myers said the concept was simple and new then because most air ambulance bases were at or near urban hospitals. Basing helicopters in remote areas reduces transport time to emergency sites. “Our goal is to have somebody there within about 20 minutes,” Myers said. However, the company will work with others if it can’t respond to a call, Myers said. Air Evac recently used three of its bases and two other companies to respond to an accident that required five air ambulances. Air Evac “coordinated that effort. We took the five closest helicopters whether they were ours or not,” said Myers. Air Evac has 113 bases in 15 states from Texas to Ohio, Iowa to Georgia. Its nearest base to St. Charles County is in Troy, Mo. Because of growth, a small labor pool in

West Plains, and the need for a larger airport to fly parts and personnel from, Myers said the company needed to relocate. After looking at more than 20 central U.S. locations Air Evac chose O’Fallon last year. Myers said other areas also met company criteria but it was the amount of help and information from regional groups like the Economic Development Center of St. Charles that made “this the right place to come. Now, it’s met and exceeded all of our expectations.” The move to O’Fallon created about 150 jobs initially but the company expects to grow to 200 here. It also retains about 450 jobs in West Plains, plus a smaller office in the Dallas, Texas, area. It employs about 2,000 in all operations. Pilot training for Air Evac is now done at Spirit of St. Louis Airport in Chesterfield, Myers said. A flight simulator — “a sophisticated tool, about $1-million — provides more training at the headquarters. Simulator operator Troy Sims said the machine — which looks like a helicopter cockpit facing a curved wall — can replicate any flying condition for pilots. “It can get rough,” Sims said, of some simulations. “We’ve had guys get sick.” Heavrin said that patient insurance pays for Air Evac services, though the company also sells individual and family memberships costing $50 to $60 a year. She said that with medical air flight costs “around $20,000” the membership guarantees no out-of-pocket expense for a patient if their insurance company doesn’t pay all or any of the air ambulance invoice.

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more information, call 395-0896. ••• Watercolor lessons taught by Shirley Nachtrieb will be held from 10 a.m. to noon on Mondays from March 4 through April 8 at the St. Peters’ Cultural Arts Centre. Class studies will include landscapes and florals using a limited palette of seven colors. Weekly lessons will be demonstrated step-by-step using teacher’s reference material and homework will be assigned. The cost is $90. For more information, contact Nachtrieb at 947-1936. ••• Center Stage Theatre of St. Charles Community College presents “Deathtrap” at 7:30 p.m. on March 6 and March 7; at 10 a.m. on March 7; 8 p.m. on March 8 and March 9 and 2 p.m. on March 10 in the Donald D. Shook Fine Arts Building theater at SCC. The cost is $8 for general admission, $6 for college students/seniors, and free for SCC students with an ID. For more information, call 922-8050 or visit www.stchastickets.com. ••• Leaving No Trace: An Exhibition on Nature and our Impact will be on display until March 7 at Framations Art Gallery, 218 N. Main Street in St. Charles. The artwork explores the theme “Leaving No Trace” which explores both the aspect of pristine nature, where man has abided by this rule as well as the affects of what we leave behind and how we have impacted nature. For more information, call 724-8313 or visit www.framations.com. ••• “Canvases & Cocktails” class will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on March 14 and April 16 at the Foundry Art Centre in St. Charles. Canvases & Cocktails is a guided art-making experience, where an instructor will guide participants through the evening’s project step by step. The Foundry Art Centre provides each student with a 16-by-20-inch canvas, plus all the other supplies required for the project. Adult participants 21 and over can bring a bottle of wine or drink, and water and soda will also be available for purchase. Fees for each session are $35 for non-members and $30 for Foundry Art Centre member. For more information, call 255-0270 or e-mail jess@foundryartcentre.org.

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••• St. Charles County Youth Orchestra will have a Spring concert at 2 p.m. on Sat., March 16 at Lindenwood Cultural Center in St. Charles. The concert will feature the SCCYO Mike Russo concerto competition winners Hannah Hart (violin) and J. David Eulentrop (violin) accompanied by the SCCYO Symphony Orchestra. A variety of musical selections will also be performed by Primo Strings and Cadenza Orchestra. Tickets are available at the door for $4 for adults and $2 for children age 6 and older. For more information, call 916-0515 or e-mail sccyo@sccyo.org. ••• Saint Charles Riverfront Arts (SCRA) has announced the “Call For Entry” for the eighth Spring ArtWalk Event which will be held April 26 through April 28 inside various businesses along the north end of Historic Main Street in St. Charles. The participating businesses provide display space for the artists and assist in attracting customers and sales. Proceeds from the event will benefit Saint Charles Riverfront Arts’ efforts to promote visual and performing arts and arts education throughout the St. Charles community. For more information about the “Spring ArtWalk” submission process or for specific questions regarding entry submissions, contact Neal Gray at neal@saintcharlesriverfrontarts.com.

CERT CLASS Discovery Church is hosting the Mid America Teen Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) course to assist local emergency services and the communities of St. Charles County and surrounding areas in case of an emergency or a disaster. The free training is offered to anyone 12-years old and older, including adults, and will be held on March 8-9 and March 15-16 at Discovery Church, 8134 Mexico Road in St. Peters. To sign up for the classes, contact Heather McClintock at 314-413-5539 or hlmbluewestie@yahoo.com.

CLASSES/SEMINARS “What is Your Body Type – Advanced Hormone Workshop” will be held at 10:15 a.m. on Sat., March 23, at The Chiropractic Wellness Connection, 111 O’Fallon Commons Drive in O’Fallon. The free seminar will discuss

the latest in research-proven nutrition and bio-identical hormone replacement therapy. For more information, visit www.whatisyourbodytype.com. RSVP by calling 978-0970. ••• The St. Charles County Master Gardeners have released the March through June gardening class schedule. Classes will start on March 6 and will be held at University of Missouri Extension Center, 260 Brown Road in St. Peters. Upcoming topics include: organic gardening, small fruits, vegetables, soil, grape vine pruning, lawn care, shade, rain gardens, landscape design, accessible gardening and roses. For more information or to register, call 970-3000 or visit http://extension.missouri. edu/stcharles/gardenclasses.aspx.

PAVILION RESERVATIONS The city of St. Peters will take reservations for park pavilions in person beginning at 5 a.m. on March 1 at the St. Peters Rec-Plex. Telephone reservations will be available after 9 a.m. on March 1. Pavilion permit fees range from $30 to $75 for St. Peters residents and $60 to $150 for non-residents, depending on the size of the pavilion. For more information, call 939-2386, ext. 1400 or visit www.stpetersmo.net.

FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT Fam Jam will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Fri., March 1, at Morning Star Church, 1600 Feise Road in Dardenne Prairie. Fam Jam is designed to bring parents and kids together for an evening of entertainment. For 45-minutes, families engage in a live production packed with high-energy music, drama, media, comedy and a look at the Good Book. The event is free and there is no need to register. For more information, call 314-799-9292. ••• A Weekly Public Stargazing Program will be held at dusk on Friday nights through March 29 in the Astronomy Viewing Area at Broemmelsiek Park, 1615 Schwede Road in Wentzville. For more information about stargazing opportunities, visit www. asemonline.org.

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