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The Money of Fools

Seventeenth century philosopher Thomas Hobbes said that words are wise men’s counters, but they are the money of fools.

That is as painfully true today as it was four centuries ago. Using words as vehicles to try to convey your meaning is very different from taking words so literally that the words use you and confuse you.

Take the simple phrase “rent control.” If you take these words literally – as if they were money in the bank – you get a complete distortion of reality.

New York is the city with the oldest and strongest rent control laws in the nation.

San Francisco is second. But if you look at cities with the highest average rents, New York is first and San Francisco is second.

Obviously, “rent control” laws do not control rent.

If you check out the facts, instead of relying on words, you will discover that “gun control” laws do not control guns, the government’s “stimulus” spending does not stimulate the economy and that many “compassionate” policies inflict cruel results, such as the destruction of the black family.

Do you know how many millions of people died in the war “to make the world safe for democracy” – a war that led to autocratic dynasties being replaced by totalitarian dictatorships that slaughtered far more of their own people than the dynasties had?

Warm, fuzzy words and phrases have an enormous advantage in politics. None has had such a long run of political success as “social justice.”

The idea cannot be refuted because it has no specific meaning. Fighting it would be like trying to punch the fog. No wonder “social justice” has been such a political success for more than a century – and counting.

While the term has no defined meaning, it has emotionally powerful connotations.

There is a strong sense that it is simply not right – that it is unjust – that some people are so much better off than others.

Justification, even as the term is used in printing and carpentry, means aligning one thing with another. But what is the standard to which we think incomes or other benefits should be aligned?

Is the person who has spent years in school goofing off, acting up or fighting – squandering the tens of thousands of dol-

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lars that the taxpayers have spent on his education – supposed to end up with his income aligned with that of the person who spent those same years studying to acquire knowledge and skills that would later be valuable to himself and to society at large?

Some advocates of “social justice” would argue that what is fundamentally unjust is that one person is born into circumstances that make that person’s chances in life radically different from the chances that others have – through no fault of one and through no merit of the others.

Maybe the person who wasted educational opportunities and developed selfdestructive behavior would have turned out differently if born into a different home or a different community.

That would of course be more just. But now we are no longer talking about “social” justice, unless we believe that it is all society’s fault that different families and communities have different values and priorities – and that society can “solve” that “problem.”

Nor can poverty or poor education explain such differences. There are individuals who were raised by parents who were both poor and poorly educated, but who pushed their children to get the education that the parents themselves never had.

Many individuals and groups would not be where they are today without that.

All kinds of chance encounters – with particular people, information or circumstances – have marked turning points in many individual’s lives, whether toward fulfillment or ruin.

None of these things is equal or can be made equal. If this is an injustice, it is not a “social” injustice because it is beyond the power of society.

You can talk or act as if society is both omniscient and omnipotent. But, to do so would be to let words become what Thomas Hobbes called them, “the money of fools.”

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Why use a travel agent?

Are you someone who books your vacation online without a travel agent? It surprises me that people actually think that it costs money to use one. In most cases using a travel agent can save you money and certainly saves you time.

For example, when you book a cruise vacation you need to pre-register for your cruise and print your own documents.

Did you know that if you have a travel agent, these services are usually done for you. They actually shop several different options to find the best value for your dollar. When they quote you a price, they have eliminated all products that are not suitable for your time or your budget, with no hidden costs.

When booking an All-inclusive or land package vacation in Europe, do you really know which hotel has the star rating that is up to your standards? Your travel agent works hard to place you at the hotel that will most fit your budget while still offering you a hotel with running water, electricity and hopefully as clean as we in America expect. We take it for granted that all hotels are air conditioned, are they? Do you know if the hotels in Europe have washcloths?

Do you know the best value in Hawaii, Europe, Alaska, Australia or any other destinations around the world? Do you know what time of year is the best to travel to any of the above destinations?

Your travel agent knows and can fit the trip to your budget and time. Avoid scams and staying in places that are not up to American standards. Set your budget and be upfront with your travel agent. If you cannot afford what she or he finds, let them know so they know how to shop for you.

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letters to the editor More respect, please To the Editor: I read Mr. Arnold’s letter (Mid Rivers Newsmagazine, Sept. 15, 2010) on our constitution and the role past presidents played in ignoring it. Mr. Arnold mentions John C. Calhoun, of South Carolina, and remarks about government hand outs and how this would keep the political elites in power.

I would like to add that Andrew Jackson, during his term in office, abused the constitution on at least two occasions - that with the Bank of the US and the infamous Trail of Tears march by the Cherokee Indians. In the latter, the Supreme Court had upheld the Indians rights to their land, but Jackson acted against them.

Also at this time, Martin Van Buren, was putting together the Democratic Party. His goal was to create a party that would ignore the slavery issue altogether. In addition, he knew that “money corrupts” and used this to his advantage. As the federal government grew, so did the number of public jobs. Here was the start of the patronage system, awarding voters with jobs.

As the party grew, so did the number of jobs that were created to keep the party in line. As we well know, this system is still going strong today. I think most of us would agree that based on the 10th Amendment, czars, the Department of Education, Energy, EPA, FCC our constitution has not been shown the respect by our government as our Founders had originally planned.

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to burn Korans? Or is it perhaps possible that this pastor is not representational of all Christians?

So in pointing out that simple logical fallacy the entire argument falls apart.

Citing examples of Pearl Harbor and Catholic authorities in Poland is once again irrelevant. This is about moving past these events and giving acceptance to those that deserve it. The people who will be using this mosque to practice their religion are not the same people who attacked the towers at 9/11, so treating them as if they are is absolutely ridiculous. I applaud the president’s effort to encourage America to move toward accepting Muslims as part of their society and not resenting them because of something the Taliban has previously done.

I also believe Sowell spoke wrong of bending over backwards to win friends. This is not about bending over backwards, his metaphors are off. This is about accepting the people in our society that want to coexist with us, and I have found I make plenty of friends by accepting people for who they are. It is only the times when I puff my chest out like I need to be respected that I want to intimidate others into befriending me, and that is exactly when the confrontations start.

Brett Thomson Lake Saint Louis

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To the Editor: In a letter to the editor titled “God help Obama” by Mr. Albert Lostutter, (Mid Acceptance Rivers Newsmagazine, Sept. 15, 2010), To the Editor: made some statements that were incorThomas Sowell recently wrote a column rect. He stated that: “George Bush and on the mosque controversy and the “insult” Dick Cheney, along with a Republican it would be to the American people. Speak- congress, spent eight long years digging ing out against funding the travels of the this enormous hole we’re right now trying imam to try and build the mosque seems to climb out of.” First off the Republican outrageous to me. If I am funding this congress had been in control of congress man’s travels as a taxpayer then I say that from 1994 to 2006. That meant the last two is a good investment. years of Bush’s term, with the help of some Sowell comments on how the talking Independents, Democrats were in control points are around religious freedom and of both houses. It was the Democrats who that is exactly what this is about, this and wrote the Tarp Bill. Remember Sen. Christhe acceptance of Muslims into our com- topher Dodd (D-Connecticut) got into munity. I find it to not only be a very real trouble because of a certain language he right of the Muslim community to build inserted in the bill that allowed money to their mosque there, but it is also a symbol be wasted? of the American’s acceptance of their way Mr. Lostutter also said: “Clinton left of life. a deficit surplus...” If you do a Google Let us not be confused here, it was not search you’ll find out that when Clinton the Muslims that attacked us, it was the took office the deficit was $5 trillion. When Taliban. And it would be a logical fallacy he left office that deficit was $6 trillion, an to assume that any Muslim practicing increase of $1 trillion, no surplus. their religion at this shrine is part of the Jim Heim Taliban. After all should all Christians be St. Peters reprimanded for pastor Terry Jones trying

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Which way to Mayberry?

Last week was network television’s much-ballyhooed premiere week. New shows were rolled out, old favorites began again, red carpets were walked.

According to each station’s promotional advertisements, every single new show this year was the most “talked about,” “anticipated,” “dramatic” or “exciting.”

Well, these shows may have been anticipated before anyone saw them, and they may be getting talked about now, but the drama and excitement were noticeably lacking. Television, dear readers, is a wasteland.

Consider arguably the most hyped new program of the fall, NBC’s “The Event.”

NBC spent six months building intrigue around the serial drama, carefully telling viewers everything “The Event” was not.

Unfortunately, they forgot to mention that “The Event” is not very good television.

After viewing the pilot, the show seems to be about a guy and his fiancee, and the fiancee’s dad who might be a pilot, and the president, and some lady from some secret lab. Oh, and a plane disappears.

Oh, and the show jumps back and forth in time, which is really annoying. It was just an awful, awful, awful waste of the airwaves.

Of course, no one can forget about that new cop show. You know, the one where the one cop is kind of a renegade and the other one is pretty strait-laced, but they end up working together pretty well because they learn to compromise in hilarious yet meaningful ways? Which show is that, you ask? It is every other show on television.

Up in the front of the offices here at the Newsmagazine Network, there is a nice, flat-screen TV up on the wall. Generally – and this is not likely to come as a great surprise – we just leave Fox News or the Fox Business channel running all day.

Until about three weeks ago, we would switch to Fox Sports for Cardinals games, but that became too aggravating. People walk by the TV, some stop for a second to check the headlines or to see how many runs the Cardinals are losing by, and then go about their day.

Last week, for some reason, the TV was tuned to TV Land, a station that reruns classic shows. They were airing “The Andy Griffith Show.” Crowds gathered around the set and watched and laughed and everybody said the same thing: “They just don’t make television shows like this anymore.”

If they only had a plan This November, Republicans are likely to gain some significant ground in both the House and the Senate. People are fed up and scared and frustrated, and so more change is coming our way.

In anticipation of expected victory, the Republicans laid out their plans for leadership in last week’s “Pledge to America.”

The five-point plan included sections on job creation, repealing ObamaCare, smaller government, national security, and restoring trust in government.

Those all seem like laudable goals, but the plan falls far short of any significant accomplishment.

We are entering the era of impossible government mandates that demand significant overhaul. Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, and ObamaCare all threaten

the economic core of society. They each individually are game-changers, and collectively, they are the single biggest threat to our way of life.

The Republican pledge simply puts duct tape on the Titanic. There is way too much, “Our mandates are better than their mandates,” which is actually true, but it is not enough.

Yes, it is better to put on duct tap than to pour water into the Titanic, which is what the Democrats are doing, but it still will not stop it from sinking.

Those previously mentioned big four government mandates represent more than $100 trillion worth of problem, and this country cannot afford to pay that bill.

Somebody needs a better plan, and soon.

Question of the week: What is your favorite new television show?

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You are what you eat. Turns out these words have some truth to them.

The foods we consume regulate our energy levels and provide minerals and nutrients. Research shows our food choices can have a lasting effect on weight control, disease prevention and the aging process.

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So before you drive to the supermarket or your favorite restaurant, chew on these basic facts. A healthy diet should include a variety of foods from the five main groups. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, on average, a person should eat a minimum of the following: • Grains (whole-grain breads, cereal, pasta) – 6 oz. daily • Vegetables – 2 ½ cups daily • Fruits – 2 cups daily (fruit juices in moderation) • Milk – 3 cups daily (choose low-fat or fat-free) • Meat & Beans – 5 ½ oz. daily (choose low-fat or lean) (Based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Visit www.MyPyramid.gov)

Americans are not eating enough fruits and vegetables. According to the Centers for Disease Control, less than a third of adults in the U.S. ate fruit two or more times daily in 2009, and just over a quarter met the daily vegetable requirements.

When we talk to patients about the importance of proper nutrition, we reinforce the value of a well-balanced diet. It concerns us that, overall, the American diet is lacking in certain areas. Vegetables and fruits, for instance, are high in vitamins, minerals and fiber. They are low in calories and are a great choice for helping with weight control and blood pressure problems.

You don’t have to give up on great taste. Cook with a variety of seasonings and choose a colorful array of foods. If you occasionally eat a higher calorie food, cut the portion size. Try filling half your plate with vegetables, a quarter with meat or protein, and a quarter with carbohydrates – your breads, potatoes and other starches.

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19 and 9:30 a.m. on Sept. 21 from the Dardenne Prairie Schnuck’s store have been recalled.

A customer returned a bag of red seedless grapes containing pieces of glass.

Store officials later learned that the glass came from a light bulb that shattered over a pallet of grapes in the produce backroom cooler.

“It’s an unusual situation,” said Lori Willis, with Schnuck’s Markets, Inc. “We do all we can to guard against (situations like this).”

Store officials said this is an isolated incident, and no other stores are involved in this recall. There have been no reports of injury or illness.

Customers who purchased bagged seedless grapes during the above time period were asked to return the grapes to the Dardenne Prairie store, located at 3029 Hwy. K, for a full refund.

“We were just taking a precaution…we want to make sure anyone who could have been affected is aware,” Willis said.

Customers with questions should call 314-994-4400.

Local law enforcement will conduct a sobriety checkpoint at undisclosed locations in St. Peters this month.

“It’s never worth the risk to drive while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Drivers could lose their license, pay large fines, or worst of all, cause a tragic loss of life,” said Chief Tom Bishop.

In 2008, 262 people died and 4,511 people were injured in the more than 7,784 alcohol-related traffic crashes in Missouri.

St. Peters will continue to conduct sobriety checkpoints throughout the year in an effort to identify and remove intoxicated drivers from the roadways.

Road closed for repairs Duckett Creek Sanitary District will temporarily close the northbound lanes of Heritage Crossing at Gettysburg Landing beginning at 8 a.m. on Mon., Oct. 4, in order to repair a sanitary sewer line.

These traffic lanes are expected to be closed through Oct. 11, depending on the weather. During this time, the two southbound lanes of Heritage Crossing will be changed to allow one lane of traffic in each direction.

St. Charles County Senior fair Seniors will get a chance to sing and dance while learning about health services next month.

The second annual St. Charles County Senior Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sat., Oct. 2 at the O’Fallon Municipal Centre. Admission and parking are free.

The fair will focus on senior health, and services available to seniors, including a game show, “Name It! Sing It! And dance to It!” by WellCare Health Plans.

“Everyone will enjoy the interactive game show, which includes a little exercise and a walk down memory lane,” said Paula Creech, O’Fallon’s senior resident advisory committee liaison. “The seminars will provide important information to seniors and their families.”

The fair will also include educational seminars, health and senior service vendors, health screenings and consultations, and vaccinations against the flu and pneumonia.

For more information, contact Creech at pcreech@ofallon.mo.us or by calling 4748121.

Safety first The Community and Children’s Resource Board (CCRB) and the St. Charles County Department of Community Health and the Environment are offering free child safety

seats to qualified low-income families.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death among children in the United States.

Many of these deaths could have been prevented by placing children in age- and size-appropriate restraint systems.

“Proper use of a child safety seat has been shown to reduce or prevent injury in a crash,” said Hollie Milam, who oversees the free safety seat program for the department. “Our program focuses on the importance of using a safety seat, as well as providing information on proper installation.”

To qualify for the program and receive a free safety seat, a family’s income cannot exceed 185 percent of the federal poverty level. For a family of four, income cannot exceed $40,793 per year. For more information about the child safety seat program, or details about qualification, call 9497400.

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Craig Felzien, AT &T’s regional director of external affairs, will present a $3,000 donation to O’Fallon Mayor Bill Hennessy and Hank Hermosillo, the program’s founder.

The devices will be provided free to O’Fallon residents who are age 60 and older, veterans, or medically disabled residents. Emergency beacons can be picked up on the first and third Fridays of the month from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the O’Fallon Senior Center.

For more information, contact Paula Creech at pcreech@ofallon.mo.us or 4748121.

is well qualified for this position.”

Collier grew up in St. Louis and graduated from Visitation Academy and St. Louis University. She worked for a number of years in the Mayor’s Office in the city of St. Louis, then as the assistant director for the St. Louis County Health Department.

She moved to Tennessee in 1995 where she served as the human resources director for the city of Columbia, Tenn.

“I am so excited about moving back home to Missouri and I am especially thrilled to join the team at the great city of St. Charles,” Collier said. “Human resources is my area of expertise and I look forward to getting to know all of the fine employees here, and assisting the city in moving forward, while simultaneously advancing the role of the human resources office.”

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Police said the suspect entered the Bank of America on South Fifth Street and approached a teller, requesting a cash advance on her credit card. She identified herself with an Arizona driver’s license and asked how much cash advance she would be able to get from the credit card.

Police said the teller became suspicious when the credit card representative asked her to run the transaction. When the teller contacted the credit card company, she was told the account was not a valid account number.

Police believe the suspect may also be responsible for other fraudulent credit card transactions within the St. Charles area.

Anyone with information on the identity of this individual is asked to call the Saint Charles Police Department at 949-3350 or the Saint Charles Crime Stoppers Hotline at 949-3333.

Correction A reminder notifying voters of registration deadlines through the St. Charles County Election Authority inaccurately identified Administrative Assistant Beverly Abell as an assistant director. Mid Rivers Newsmagazine apologizes for any confusion this may have caused.

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The city of St. Charles recently welcomed St. Louis native Kate Hart Collier as the director of human resources, managing all personnel-related duties for the city.

“Kate has over 20 years experience in municipal management with the past 15 years as a director of Human Resources,” said Michael Spurgeon, director of administration. “We are fortunate to have Kate on board as her experience and education make her a great fit for the city of St. Charles.

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Job fair Job seekers will have a chance to meet dozens of local companies at a job fair on Thursday.

A Fall Job Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thurs., Sept. 30, in Civic Hall located at 305 Civic Park Drive in O’Fallon.

Ray Randolph, business liaison for the fair, said 30 employers have already signed up to participate and hundreds of job seekers are anticipated to attend.

“The types of jobs run the gamut, from professional to skilled to unskilled,” Randolph said.

Admission and parking are free. Jobseekers should dress professionally and bring copies of resumes and pens for filling out applications.

The Job Fair is sponsored by the city of O’Fallon, the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce, the St. Charles Career Center and the Missouri Employer Committee.

For more information, call the St. Charles Career Center at 255-6060, or visit work. sccmo.org/workforce/.

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Ready, aim... open Personal defense, rising firearms sales indicate a recession-proof business

By Jeannie Seibert Business is booming even before the doors officially open Sept. 25, said Paul Bastean, the general manager and lead instructor of Ultimate Defense Firing Range and Training Center, 590 Turner Boulevard, in St. Peters.

“I got here after work the other day and there were 12 people – that’s staff volunteering for now and citizens who are just interested – here just doing whatever needed to be done to help get the doors open,” Bastean said. “It’s been amazing.”

Bastean estimates the new facility will have 300 new members who have already signed up online for one of five levels of membership. These individuals will join 5,217 alumni who have completed conceal/carry training, women’s self defense, advanced handgun I and II, tactical handgun, shotgun home defense and tactical carbine classes under Sgt. Bastean’s direction.

In fact, to stay ahead of the game, one class began before the facility opened.

The firing range and automated target retrieval is demonstrated by Josh Gillam, a certified instructor.

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Ultimate Defense Firing Range and Training Center will of the interview, was cluttered with boxes of merchandise.

Bastean has complete faith the market for professional be the first state-of-the art gun sales, rental, firing range But the interest centers on the indoor, 12-lane firing firearms training and sales is robust. In non-recessionary and self-defense instruction facility located all under one range with automatic target retrieval. times, about 60 percent of all new businesses fail in the roof to open in this area.

A special HVAC system was designed to “keep all the first five years. During a lengthy recession those odds “It’s amazing that what started out six years ago selling muzzle blast in front of you,” Bastean said. The walls are increase. one $950 handgun,” Bastean said. reinforced with a sound abatement materials that muffles But, Ultimate Defense serves a clientele that nationBack in 2004, Bastean and his wife, Susan, were “dead sound so well, “the Amvets next door don’t even know it ally has remained active – especially since hunter safety broke and in debt,” he said. After selling a gun to make when we’re in here shooting.” courses will be on the curriculum. ends meet one month he “started giving self-defense lesRubber traps at the end of each of the firing lanes absorb Two recent reports support his theory that those who sons to pay the bills.” rubber bullets while automatic retrieval tracks bring the own guns for personal protection, competition shooting The couple had gone through years of unsuccessful yet targets back to the firing bench eliminating the need for and for hunting are all investing more into guns. expensive fertility treatments. To keep their heads above members to walk into the firing lanes – just like on TV. According to the National Shooting Sports Foundation, water, Bastean’s personal defense training classes quickly The walls between each firing bench are also ultra an organization that tracks hunting trends, sales are up morphed into a profitable second career. He is a sergeant secure, reinforced with “AR-500 gauge steel,” Bastean almost 40 percent. on the Lake Saint Louis police force. said. “That will stop a .50-caliber bullet.”

The National Rifle Association (NRA) reports gun ownIn a short time the Basteans were able to catch up finanBut it hasn’t been all smooth sailing. ership is on the rise while the Federal Bureau of Invescially and even continue to invest in fertility treatments.

“We’ve hit some roadblocks,” Bastean said. “But it all tigation (FBI) violent crime statistics September update “And it’s all led to two miracle babies and this,” Bastean pointed us here (the St. Peters location) and we couldn’t indicates incidents of violent crime are in decline, down said, gesturing about the retail sales area that, at the time be happier. This is a central location, easy to get to.”

43 percent from a high set in 1991.

Rain delay The scheduled construction of the playground at Brookmount Park on Jane Street off Willot Road in St. Peters suffered a set-back after an extended wet spring pushed back city crews’ construction schedule for the season. While work is now underway, the completion date has been delayed and is still weatherdependant. An opening date sometime this fall is expected.

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O’Fallon debates hiring a mouthpiece for state government

By Mary Ann O’Toole Holley that comes to the state, we have no one at like to think before someone is hired, we est without the government referring to The city of O’Fallon may have a stron- the table saying we provide this; where’s need to have some input and know what what O’Fallon actually is,” Perkins said. ger voice in Jefferson City if plans to hire a our part? That’s one of the main reasons their qualifications are.”

“It’s hard for me to fathom why we have lobbyist for the city pans out. we need this lobbyist.”

Councilman Mark Perkins, Ward 5, was to go to Jeff City to fight for those things At a recent meeting of the City CounCouncilman Rick Lucas, Ward 1, agreed, the first to speak out against using a lob- or compete with another municipality over cil, Councilwoman Rose Mack said she but thought the city should move even fur- byist; Councilman Rick Schwentker later those very things? In a way, I would like to recently became aware that the city was ther with a lobbyist at the state and federal agreed. say give us our due diligence. I would hate considering hiring a lobbyist. levels.

“It’s a hard decision for me because I to have someone go up there and say the “I’m not sure what we’re looking for.

“In these economic times… as funds get despise where our government has gone same things we could say at no cost.”

Are we looking for money or legislative smaller and smaller, we need someone to to — our upper levels of government — Riesberg recommended beginning the issues?” Mack said. “What are we trying give us the lowdown on what we should for us as a municipality to have to decide bidding process and defining potential to accomplish here?” do (to get more state funds). But I want to whether we’re going to spend the money to costs and returning the discussion to a Mayor Bill Hennessy said the city of make sure we get the right lobbyist. I would get somebody to represent our best inter- future City Council meeting.

O’Fallon is the eighth largest city in Missouri and doesn’t have a lobbyist in Jefferson City.

“To me we’re going after everything we can get,” Hennessy said. “We have three or four (state) representatives that represent the city of O’Fallon, and to me we should have one person who can step up to the plate and be a voice for O’Fallon in Jefferson City.”

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Riesberg said he hasn’t thought of how selection of the lobbyist would be done.

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Put ‘em out! Lake Saint Louis smoking ban goes live Oct. 1

By Jeannie Seibert Sept. 13,” said Bob Cooley, who over retail tobacco stores where co-owns the business with St. Charles County’s first municipal 70 percent of sales are his partner Kevin Radtke. smoking ban kicks in on Oct. 1. All derived from the sale Again, to accustom enclosed public places located in Lake of tobacco products, patrons to the new Saint Louis are subject to the ordinance outdoor areas rules the owners that passed six months ago. adjacent to places thought it best to Alderman John Pellerito (Ward 3) cham- of employment, implement the pioned the passage of the ordinance which or, hospitality busirestriction sooner took two tries and an election that changed nesses. rather than later. the makeup of the Board of Aldermen Some restaurant “The majority of before he was finally successful. and bar owners and our customers do smoke,” “Really, the people of Lake Saint Louis managers who had previCooley said. “Right now, it should get the credit,” Pellerito said. “I ously allowed smoking have doesn’t seem to bother them too much. don’t think anything like this would have already implemented the new When it gets cold, well, I don’t know.” passed if the people of the community restriction.

While Donatelli’s has an outdoor patio hadn’t gotten involved and made their Donatelli’s Bistro, Lake Saint Louis choice in the matter known.”

Boulevard and Hwy. N, went no smoking in addition to separate smoking areas According to a City Hall news release, on Aug. 1, said Barb Giganti, the manager with receptacles set back 10 feet from the entrances, Hero’s is looking at a proposal smoking will be prohibited in all enclosed of the bistro.

“We wanted to get our customers used to to take to the landlord that would add a public places located within the city limits – including places of employment. Hotels it before Oct. 1 and, really, we’ve had a lot fenced in outdoor area adjacent to the bar.

“Right now, all we have is a bench on the and motels have been advised that at least of positive comments – a lot,” Giganti said.

80 percent of rooms for rent be designated “We probably have more people coming in sidewalk,” Cooley said. “We’re just trying non-smoking rooms. now because of the ban, people who didn’t to look at everything to see how to make While smoking is not regulated in private come in before because there was smoking everybody happy.”

One who isn’t particularly happy about residences, homes used as licensed child- here.” care, adult daycare or healthcare facilities; Hero’s Pub and Grill, on Veterans Memo- the new rules on smoking is Alderman and, private clubs with no employees will rial Parkway, also went smoke free before Harry Slyman (Ward 1).

“Some people don’t necessarily like to be the Oct. 1 deadline. not be affected by the ban.

“We stopped allowing smoking in here on dictated to,” Slyman said. “I know a lot of The new ordinance assumes no authority

other cities have passed similar laws. I just don’t see how it’s enforceable. We have a $500 fine for littering in this city. We have yet to write a single citation for littering.”

Slyman had ushered through an ordinance two years ago that required those establishments that allowed smoking to post that fact at the entrances so customers could choose to remain or not. “That left it up to the business owners and their customers to decide what to do,” Slyman said. “But some of the city leaders wanted to convey the message that they’re concerned with the public’s health.”

But Pellerito remains firm in his belief that eventually the entire U.S. will be smoke free.

“Historically, 60 (percent) to 68 percent of people who are given a choice vote in favor of smoke-free legislation,” Pellerito said. “It’s going to take a leader with the help of the people of the community on a community-wide, state-wide and countrywide basis to get this done.

“Getting the people involved and voicing their opinion is where this is going to have to come from,” he said. “Elected officials arbitrarily making decisions on behalf of the community without the people’s input is just not right.”

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By Mary Ann O’Toole Holley The city of O’Fallon may soon go paperless, or at least as far as they can, to bring more efficiency to the city’s processes and procedures.

City Administrator Keith Riesberg said city staff have been pursuing more efficient operations and that he plans to have staff preview the information to the council some time soon.

“I was hoping to get a better feeling for the desire and expectations of the council,” Riesberg said.

Councilman Jim Pepper, Ward 2, said he would like to see remote access so that council members have access to files without having to hardwire into the City Hall computer system. He said he would like to see implementation of programs that would allow council members to go online to get information requested by residents.

Councilman Dan Haney, Ward 3, said for the past few years the council has pushed for tracking on the Internet so that residents can go in and receive status updates on particular projects.

“It’s a few thousand dollars, but we need to think that every time a resident reports something or has to call someone to get information, it costs money,” Haney said.

Riesberg said staff is currently looking at electronic submittal of forms.

Brian Bazzell, O’Fallon’s director of Information Technology, said the city is already providing agenda packets in a paperless way, reducing the 500-plus pages of materials provided to City Council members.

“We want to take it to the next level, including items provided by staff,” Bazzell said. “Some forms are located on the city’s

Web site, and we’re doing what we can to push the paperless process.”

For most departments, Bazzell said most city forms are paperless now, with personnel action forms soon to be. He said a Web map will be featured on the city’s Web site listing all retail shops in the area, as part of O’Fallon’s “Keep it in the ‘O’” program.

City Public Relations Liaison Tom Drabelle said he is looking at placing television monitors in the City Council room that would display meeting agendas to

“We’re just trying to give you guys a better and efficient government. That’s where our goals lie.”

-Brian Bazzell avoid printing individual meeting agendas for those who attend meetings.

Bazzell said paperless voting solutions are also being looked at. Other IT projects include replacing servers, and new laptops are being purchased for police cars.

“We’re just trying to give you guys a better and efficient government. That’s where our goals lie,” Bazzell said. “Hopefully the new paperless system will allow easier ways to manage city processes.”

Haney said he thinks it’s very important that citizens can view their own utility bill status online, and to see that their payments are posted.

“I hope we’re looking at doing more and more,” Haney said. “It’s green, it saves money, and there’s no reason not to do it.”

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“Our goal was to keep St. Charles on the rotation to host the annual MML conference once every four years,” Felzien said. “But we also wanted to introduce all the features of St. Charles to an audience of community leaders from throughout the state.”

The operation worked. One city leader from southwest Missouri told MRN that Historic Main Street was the best kept secret in the state of Missouri, adding that he planned to return with his family because “words just can’t describe this.”

Another historic benchmark was highlighted for MML members who toured New Town, the first new urbanism-style development to the region constructed by Whittaker Development Co. in northern St. Charles.

The architect of New Town, Tim Busse, said he personally escorted one group.

“As one of the mobile work shops, I had about 100 MML conferees here and we just did a walking tour starting at the neighborhood center and walking out to the single family homes and the lake,” Busse said.

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For the first time in the history of the Missouri Municipal League (MML), its annual conference was held in St. Charles during the week of Sept. 12 - Sept. 15.

MML was begun in 1934 as an organization of Missouri cities and towns as both a clearing house of news and information for municipalities and later as a lobbying arm on behalf of cities’ and towns’ interests.

MML operates under the umbrella of the National Municipal League while locally, the Saint Charles County Municipal League (SCCML) provides a forum for city governments to confer with each other and county officials on topics of mutual concern.

The city of St. Charles and the SCCML welcomed 750 MML member mayors, city administrators, council members, department heads, city clerks and staff members and their guests.

But before all the meetings and awards ceremonies got underway, York welcomed the group at a reception at the Foundry Arts Center. From there, a red carpet event, Muny on Main, focused the MML conferees to Historic Main Street.

In order to “roll out the red carpet” Carol Felzein, public relations manager with the Convention and Visitors Bureau, coordinated the Muny on Main event that featured three live bands and an open house of retail and hospitality businesses mixed in with the historical features that line St. Charles’ Historic Main Street.

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By Mary Ann O’Toole Holley In a surprise proposal, the O’Fallon Downtown Neighborhood Association pulled a power play, presenting the O’Fallon City Council with news that they have designed a new billboard to grace the entrance of “Old Historic Downtown” O’Fallon.

It would also mean removing a long-time billboard placed by the City Council.

Ward 4 Councilman Jeff Schwentker passed the buck to Councilman Mike Pheney, Ward 5, to deliver the news.

“The Downtown Association designed a replacement that they would like to see installed until it is decided what MoDOT wants to do for official signage,” Pheney said. “They wanted us to have a rendition of what they wanted for the old historical downtown.”

Schwentker said that two years ago the council voted to remove the sign.

City Administrator Keith Riesberg said he reviewed minutes of workshop meetings from 2006 to 2008, and found no indication that the council voted to remove the sign in two years.

“It appears there was no clear direction from the City Council,” Riesberg said.

Schwentker tried to remind the council that there was even discussion about dressing up the area with landscaping and installing a sprinkler system to keep the area nice.

He said there was also talk of the billboard coming down and some type of monument installed.

“The discussion was that the billboard was donated as a temporary billboard, and now it is in bad shape and could come down in any given storm,” Schwentker said. “It doesn’t meet City Code, and the city attorney advised the council that a larger billboard could be allowed. The board, at the time, thought it was bad to break our own rules.”

Schwentker insisted that it was voted upon to remove the billboard two years after it was installed.

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By Mary Ann O’Toole Holley If you were sitting on your deck or patio five years ago grumbling about poor streets, bad elected officials or police response time, chances are you’re among the 30 percent who are happier now with O’Fallon city services.

City Public Relations Liaison Thomas Drabelle told the O’Fallon City Council recently that a community survey posted on the city’s Web site received a noteworthy first round of results.

“Overall satisfaction response came in satisfied or very satisfied when compared to the 2005 survey,” Drabelle said. “In every category, the satisfaction rating was increased.”

Drabelle said an online survey conducted July 5 through July 31 included seven questions submitted by the council’s managing director. The data was not scientific, but Web-based, Drabelle said.

“Overall, 350 responses were counted, and in every category listed, responses showed satisfactory or very satisfactory,” Drabelle said. “Comparing the 2005 survey, in every category we increased. Flow of traffic congestion and management was significantly higher.”

Communication with the public increased by 21 percent; police services came in with 45.4 percent of the respondents indicating very satisfied. In the area of customer service, 32 percent of the respondents were very satisfied.

Traffic congestion and management showed significant improvement and city communications with the public increased by 21 percent, Drabelle said. Quality of services ranked at a 35.4 percent, and level of satisfaction with city leadership was at 33 percent.

“Most everything was up, with police response the highest. We do see three categories where there was a drop: maintenance of city streets dropped 2.9 percent, sidewalks dropped 8.2 percent. Mowing and trimming in public areas showed a drop of 1.6 percent.

Public safety won the category with infrastructure behind it.

Drabelle said most everything was up, including 10 percent for local traffic laws.

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Out with the ice arena complex, in with a renewable energy park

By Mary Ann O’Toole Holley The O’Fallon City Council has hired a consulting firm to look into options for the development of a renewable energy research park at the city’s southwest corridor, near Hwy. 61 and WingHaven Boulevard.

City Administrator Keith Riesberg said the city’s receipt of a $60,000 grant from the Department of Energy provides an opportunity to look at the feasibility of a renewable research park without spending city resources. The study is to give city officials a better understanding of whether such a development would be successful, Riesberg said.

Joe Banister of JGB Advisors and Mike Mills of Spectrum Consulting have been asked to develop a market assessment, technology goals and to identify sources of financing for the development.

Land for the proposed renewable energy research park was originally slated for construction of a multi-purpose ice arena and family entertainment complex. The project on 12 acres of land near the Great Escape movie theater at Hwy. 61 near WingHaven died with the recession.

Mayor Bill Hennessy said earlier that “at the time, it was a good idea, but for now, it’s not in the cards.”

In September 2009, the City Council authorized an $8,000 expenditure to continue the financial feasibility study for the ice arena facility that would have become home to the St. Louis Bandits, a Junior ice hockey team in the North American Hockey League’s Northern Division. Overall, the study was estimated to cost $40,000.

Now, the $60,000 renewable energy grant will pay for a feasibility study for the proposed renewable energy research park.

Riesberg said the consultants would help layout guidelines for the staff and city officials to help move the research park project forward.

“If we’re going to pursue development of the park, it takes a level of expertise beyond what we have at the staff level,” Riesberg said. “If we’re going to pursue the development of the research park, we need outside resources to review the park.”

Banister’s expertise is in commercial real estate and Mills’ expertise is on the funding side of the business. Together, the two form a partnership to help cities with planning, Banister said.

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JGB worked with city officials in Mexico, Mo., to create a cluster of plant sciences.

“We proceeded with that community and put together a consortium and many other strategic partners to complete the vision of the city in becoming a plant sciences center,” Mills said. “We are proud to say the community is now setting up a plant sciences process plant.”

Another project of reference that Banister said seemed interestingly similar is a community of similar size to O’Fallon that attempted to create a technology park, but approached it as a real estate play rather than in a technology-centric way, Banister said.

“We would first and foremost look at the technology that this tech park should fill for the region, mesh the great institutions we have in this region and what corporate recruitment are underway to try to attract next generation energy producers and technology developers,” Mills said.

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After beating the breast cancer, Lamoreaux found out in late 2008 that her back pain was not kidney stones, but lung cancer.

“I thought that cancer was behind me, but this just shows that the fight is never over,” Lamoreaux said.

Her diagnosis led her to join St. Louis’ first Strides for Breast Cancer walk last year. She put together a team, including her sons’ hockey friends and parents. Lamoreaux’s team organized and hosted a trivia night and sold new athletic-wear that the hockey coach made for the cause.

“The event had a profound impact on them, and opened their minds to other ways to give back to the community,” Lamoreaux said. “It’s truly amazing to see that this event had such a profound impact on these young boys.”

Last year the event drew about 4,000 participants, and this year ACS is hoping for even more.

“From the first moment I entered Strides, everyone was warm, inviting, and genuine,” Lamoreaux said. “When they welcomed me, I felt special: I was a person, and not just another number or statistic, and I will never forget that.”

Participants can register for the free event in person on the day of the event or online at makingstridesst.louis.org. For more information on the event, call Stephanie Hadfield at 314-286-8185.

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By Amy Armour With each strong stride, breast cancer survivors will fight back this October by walking for a cure. And Stephanie Lamoreaux, a two-time cancer survivor from St. Peters, will lead the way.

The second annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk will be held on Sat., Oct. 30, in the Upper Muny parking lot in Forest Park. Registration will start at 8 a.m., with the walk beginning at 9 a.m. The event will include a 1-mile walk, as well as a 5K run/walk.

Just as last year, Lamoreaux will participate in the event sponsored by the American Cancer Society (ACS). The mother of two was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer in April 2007, and underwent chemotherapy treatment for several months.

“It took over my life. I had to stop nursing my newborn because of the effects of the chemotherapy treatment,” Lamoreaux said. “My husband and I decided to be open and honest with my two older children, then 4 and 5 years old, about my cancer.

They understood as best as they could, and joined a support group for kids.”

Funds generated from the walk/run will be used for breast cancer research, as well to help many of the free programs and services offered by the American Cancer Society, including the “Look Good…Feel Better” support program.

In 2008, Lamoreaux participated in the program, which helps women deal with the physical side effects of chemotherapy and radiation.

“Look Good…Feel Better was absolutely wonderful,” Lamoreaux said. “There were eight other women there, and we’ve all stayed in touch since. We tried on wigs, put on makeup, and learned to feel great about ourselves again. One of the best surprises was when they gave us our own makeup kits.”

April Dzubic, communications director for eastern Missouri for the American Cancer Society, said the program is like a makeover session for cancer patients.

“Patients learn how to style and care for their wig, how to make a turban from a T-shirt or how to draw on eyebrows,” Dzubic said.

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Trivia night Fort Zumwalt South Middle School Choir will be hosting its third annual trivia night at 6:30 p.m. on Fri., Oct. 15, in the Dr. Larry Smith Gymnasium.

Proceeds from the event will support the production of Disney’s “Alice in Wonderland Jr. Revenge of the Flying Monkeys.”

In addition to trivia, participants can take part in the Going Bananas 50/50 Drawing; Emerald City Silent Auction; Follow the Yellow Brick Road Attendance Prizes; Alice in Wonderland Minute to Win It Competitions; Mad Hatter’s Creative Hat Contest; and the third annual Fresh Baked Chocolate Chip Cookie Sale.

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Hall of Fame Ten former Fort Zumwalt North graduates will be inducted into the FZN High School Hall of Fame at 7 p.m. on Oct. 8 in the school auditorium.

The purpose of the Hall of Fame is to acknowledge and honor graduates who have demonstrated exceptional personal, community or professional achievements.

The hope is that these nominees, and those to follow, will serve as an inspiration for Fort Zumwalt North students in the years and generations to come.

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Wentzville Swofford inducted H Former Wentzville coach and teacher, the late Scott Swofford, was inducted into the Hairston Sports Hall of Fame at Central Methodist University on Sept. 11.

“I don’t think it’s sunk in yet…it’s such a great honor. I’m so incredibly proud of him - he’s so deserving,” said his widow, Runa Swofford.

Swofford, a former athlete at Central Methodist College (now CMU), went on to a distinguished career as a high school and college coach. He died suddenly from a heart attack in 2000.

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After coaching at several different high schools and colleges, Swofford returned to Wentzville and served as the Indians head football and track coach from 1986 to 1998. After 17 years of service he was honored by the Wentzville School District, which named its new football stadium at Timberland High School “Scott Swofford Stadium.”

Students honor first responders Students at Crossroads Elementary School participated in Patriot Day activities on Sept. 10. The annual event is an effort to honor and remember those first responders who lost their lives on 9/11, as well as those who risk their lives to service others in this community.

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FZSD buses get high scores from state inspectors

By Amy Armour The Fort Zumwalt Board of Education recognized the mechanics responsible for keeping the district’s fleet of buses safely on the road at its Board of Education meeting on Sept. 20.

The district’s in-house team of mechanics was honored with an Exemplary Maintenance Award from the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

The buses passed the state inspection with a 94 percent for the 2009-10 school year. It was the eighth consecutive year the district received a 90 percent or higher passing rate.

“This award is another example of how hard our mechanics work to keep buses safe for students every day of the year,” said Dr. Bernie DuBray, superintendent of the Fort Zumwalt School District.

The high passage rate was especially exceptional because the Missouri State Highway Patrol—who conducts the inspections—just changed the way inspec-

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Rich Gouge, assistant director in charge of maintenance, said in past years, the mechanics were able to run a gauntlet of tests to ensure the 173 buses were up to par prior to the inspection.

“We would have 12 to 15 people all over the buses before they got inspected. They would be everywhere from under the bus to the top lights on the bus,” Gouge said.

Last year, the Missouri State Highway Patrol decided to inspect the buses just after it completed a morning route. Gouge said he was nervous about the results, but apparently the nerves were all for nothing according to the high inspection results.

Gouge credits ongoing preventative maintenance, as well as the pre-checks each bus driver performs before starting a shift for the high inspection scores.

“These guys are responsible for keeping the buses on the road,” Gouge said. “They do a great job for us and we really appreciate their efforts.”

BULLETIN BOARD, from prior page Charles County Ambulance District and the United States Army, Marine Corps and Coast Guard were all on hand to talk to students about what they do in and around our community on a daily basis.

“This is a day we give back to our community heroes. We thank them for their dedication to our community and our country,” said Principal Rick Beauchamp. “We also remember the ones that perished on that frightful day. We feel it is important to make sure the ones that perished on that day will not be forgotten.”

Francis Howell Students walk for autism Students at Warren Elementary spent their recess walking for research.

The students held their first Walk for Autism on Sept. 15 and raised a total of $580.67. All proceeds will go to the “For The Boys Team” who will walk in the Autism Speaks walk on Oct. 9 in St. Louis.

Autism Speaks is dedicated to increasing awareness of autism spectrum disorders, to funding research into the causes, prevention and treatments for autism, and to advocating for the needs of individuals with autism and their families.

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Elementary raised approximately $6,600 in the Boogie for Becky-David Dance-aThon fundraiser held recently.

The Dance-A-Thon was a fundraiser for Becky-David teacher grants, and it also encouraged activity and social connection while promoting a healthy school-wide community.

All dancers were required to maintain active aerobic movement for up to 30 minutes, with incentives being earned in 15 minute increments. To encourage student participation PE and music teachers taught the students dances in which students could show off their talents.

Margo Kelble, Becky-David fundraising chair, enjoyed the overall event and looks forward future dance fundraisers.

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By Jeannie Seibert St. Peters Alderman Don Aytes (Ward 4) recently expressed his displeasure at MoDOT’s announcement for a lengthy closing of streets in his ward that will ultimately speed up construction of the Page Avenue extension (Hwy. 364).

The successful bidder on the outer road construction project, Fred Weber, Inc., set up temporary signage to direct traffic around the intersection of Jungermann Road at Hwy. 94 on Sept. 21.

Aytes feared the closing would adversely affect traffic flow and commercial activity in the area at a time when business owners can least afford it.

“I talked to MoDOT and it looks like they’ve done the best they could,” Aytes said. “There’s some back-up and folks are using Mid Rivers (Mall Drive) a little bit more but it looks like it’s going to work out pretty well.”

MoDOT has placed short-term detour signs and issued Web site updates to assist drivers in navigating the temporary new access routes to shopping destinations in order to lessen any confusion or inconvenience while construction is completed.

Following the initial 48 hours of the closure, St. Peters Public Works Manager Russ Batzel reported City Hall’s com-

munity action line had received “very few complaints from the public about the detours.”

The first few days of a route change are typically the hardest for drivers to negotiate.

For approximately the next two months, north and south bound lanes of Jungermann Road are closed from the Burger King entrance and Hwy. 94 on the north side and between Hwy. 94 and the Walmart entrance on the south side.

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However, there will also be no direct access to Centre Pointe Drive from Jungermann Road on the north side of Hwy. 94 for the duration of the outer road construction.

To aid access to businesses on Centre Pointe Drive between Jungermann Road and Harvest Drive, Centre Pointe Drive was returned to two-way traffic prior to the Jungermann Road closure.

Traffic will still be able to get through on Hwy. 94. Drivers can use Harvester Road and Queensbrooke or McClay to travel to businesses on the north side of Hwy. 94.

Drivers can use Harvester Road and Old Hwy. 94 to access to businesses on the south side of Hwy. 94.

Signage will direct drivers around the detour and to major stores such as Schnucks, Walmart and Kohls on either side of the intersection.

Batzel said the temporary inconvenience will ultimately pay off as increased mobility for the entire area will be enhanced.

“The city is partnering with the county and MoDOT on the Page Avenue exte-

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Then it will move westward as the entire project extends Page first to Mid Rivers Mall Drive and eventually to Hwy. 40.

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Lindenwood radio increases reach Fans of Lindenwood University’s radio station, KCLC 89.1 FM, will be able to listen from further distances now. The station began using a new high-powered antenna on Sept. 14 that expanded the broadcast reach.

“We’ve been working on this project for months, and it’s great to be able to boost the power from about 35,000 watts to 50,000 watts,” said Rich Reighard, associate professor of communications and KCLC operations director. “We are the oldest carrier current station west of the Mississippi and it’s a proud feeling to know how far we’ve come and to look forward to even more possibilities in the years ahead.”

Now that the transmitter and antenna are connected, the station itself will be outfitted with new equipment needed to operate the advanced broadcasting system.

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The Academy of the Sacred Heart in St. Charles has begun its 192nd year of education. Founded by St. Rose Philippine Duchesne in 1818, the Academy is an independent, private, Catholic elementary school and the first of many Sacred Heart schools to be established in the U.S. These schools are united by five common educational goals: Faith, Intellectual Values, Social Action, Community and Personal Growth.

Classes are coed through 6th grade and single gender in grades 7 and 8. With an average class size of 17, the school provides a rigorous academic program within a loving and nurturing environment. Ninety-nine percent of graduates are accepted to their first-choice high schools.

“As one of 21 Network of Sacred Heart Schools across the country, the Academy shares a philosophy of education that is rooted in the love of Jesus Christ,” says Sister Glavin. “We strive to help each child become all that God wants him or her to be. We lovingly guide our students to grow into healthy, happy, holy and whole human beings who wish to make a difference in their world.”

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Seed money: Monsanto invests in Girl Scouts, robotic program

By Amy Armour Dozens of St. Louis Girl Scouts will have the opportunity to learn math, science and technology skills, while building an interactive robot — thanks to a $15,000 grant from the Monsanto Fund.

“We, as the Monsanto Fund, are always looking to invest in our youth,” said Darren Wallis, spokesman for the Monsanto Fund.

The grant will benefit Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri’s (GSEM) FIRST Lego League robotics program, allowing GSEM to fund five to 10 robotics teams.

Teams of five to 10 girl scouts, led by adult volunteer coaches and mentors, work together to apply science, technology, engineering and math concepts to design, build and program an autonomous robot to complete various missions.

“The FIRST Lego League is a unique way to encourage young women to explore math and science through hands-on activities,” said Deborah Patterson, president, the Monsanto Fund. “The Monsanto Fund is proud to support the Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri, which helps empower young women in the St. Louis area to become future leaders, as well as better citizens.”

Providing funds for a math- and sciencerelated program is a perfect fit for Mon-

santo, a seed and biotechnology company headquartered in St. Louis.

“We are very interested in encouraging young men and women to focus in an area of science because we are a science-based company,” Wallis said. “There are very exciting careers for women in agriculture and science. We’re investing in what we hope will be future scientists who will maybe work for Monsanto someday.”

The teams will also research a topic based on this year’s challenge “Body Forward” and put together a presentation.

“Girl Scout programs like this engage girls in hands-on activities that build skills in science, technology, engineering and math,” said Kathy Dabrowski, GSEM’s director of program services.

“Monsanto Fund’s grant of $15,000 allows us to provide opportunities for girls to work together as a team to solve a challenge. Through this process, girls develop their leadership skills, explore career interests and increase awareness of current issues, so they can become future female leaders in the science and technology fields,” she said.

Teams will compete in regional tournaments with the goal of competing in the World Festival in April 2011. The three-

day event will be held in St. Louis, drawing girls and adults from around the world.

“There is so much emphasis now about where this country is headed. We need to stay top notch in math and science, and

support our girls and boys in preparing them for the future,” Dabrowski said.

For more information on GSEM’s robotic program, contact GSEM at 314-592-2300, or visit girlscoutsem.org.

St. Charles Community College offers major fair Students looking for the right major or a four-year university to continue their education can find information at the Transfer and College Majors’ Fair next month.

St. Charles Community College will host the fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wed., Oct. 6 in the College Center gymnasium on the SCC campus. For the first time, SCC is combining the annual Transfer Fair with the College Majors’ Fair into one informative event for students.

“Our hope is to make it a convenient one-stop opportunity for students to gather a lot of valuable information,” said Martha Toebben, career services coordinating counselor. “The fair provides a way for students to explore the academic opportunities available to them at SCC as well as potential majors at other universities.”

SCC held its first College Majors Fair last year, with more than 350 students in attendance and more than 50 college majors represented. More than 40 majors will be represented at the fair this year, along with counselors and representatives from more than 20 Missouri colleges. The event is open to all current, former and prospective SCC students.

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Apple talk Capitalizing on this year’s crop

Johnny Appleseed likely would not recognize the apples harvested today. variety requiring cooler autumn nights to ripen. It is a tart apple with an aroma Unlike the majority of heirloom apples Johnny sowed in the 18th century that some describe as wine-like. Some used to call Winesaps “good keepin’ apples,” were small and often oddly shaped, apple varieties today can range in flavor and as they could be successfully stored in the cellar throughout the winter.

No matter which apples are selected from the more than 7,500 documented size from sweet to tart to diminutive to gigantic. The Honeycrisp, Jonathan and Red Delicious have replaced the once popular Pippin, Spitzenburg and Winesap varieties, proper storage is the secret to keeping apples through the season. If purchased in plastic bags, they should be kept in that bag and placed in the varieties.

As the apple season progresses, so do the varieties of apples being harvested, crisper section of the refrigerator. The plastic bags help retain the apples moiseach having a unique flavor profile and texture that will define it as an eating or ture. Just make sure the plastic bag has a few vent holes to allow the apples to baking apple. A few varieties, such as the Jonathan, are considered all-purpose breathe and the air to circulate. because of a semi-tart flavor and firm texture.

Most apples keep well when stored in cool conditions, which apple growers Current apple trends have placed the Honeycrisp as the most sought after define as between 35 and 55 degrees. That is good to know, since after a day of eating apple, dethroning the Red Delicious, which earns high flavor marks for apple knockin’, one might wind up with more apples than the refrigerator can its rich, sweet, mellow taste. Red’s brother, the Golden Delicious with its tangy, hold. Large amounts can be placed in a cool garage or basement in corrugated firm flesh remains a favorite among bakers, along with the Granny Smith for boxes or on plastic or wooden racks. If kept apples outside in the garage, they apple pies. should be covered with an old blanket to safeguard them from freezing.

Since surfacing a few decades ago at markets, Galas and Jonagolds Finally, remember that one bad apple really can spoil the bunch. Before have continued to grow their fan base. Galas are orange-yellow, and during storage it is important to sort and use apples with have a pleasant sweet, crisp taste and are great for tossing in defects immediately. Only prefect apples free of bruises the lunch bag. Jonagolds, a cross between the Jonathan and a and decay should be stored for latter use.

Golden Delicious, have an orange-red blush over a yellow Apple season is as fleeting as autumn itself. Before skin with a sweet, subtle tartness reminiscent of vintage the trees are picked clean, head for the orchard or apple varieties that have been making a comeback. farmer’s market and get your share of this year’s An old-time favorite is the Winesap, a late-season harvest.

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Place one piecrust into a 9-inch pie pan and fill with apple mixture. Cover apples with the second piecrust, flute edges to seal, and prick top crust with a fork. Brush crust lightly with milk before baking at 425 degrees for 15 minutes; reduce temperature to 350 and continue baking for 45 minutes.

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Raising awareness of ovarian cancer Local organization communicates message behind the teal ribbon

By SHANNON F. IGNEY Ovarian cancer cases are on the rise.

According to the National Cancer Institute, an estimated 21,880 new cases of ovarian cancer will be reported in 2010, up 330 cases from 2009. The disease will claim an estimated 13,850 lives.

Often referred to as a “silent killer,” ovarian cancer is the most deadly of gynecologic cancers. Statistics published by the Mayo Clinic indicate that only 20 percent of cases are identified in the early stages; it occurs in one out of 57 women regardless of age, and to date, there is no reliable screening test for detecting the disease.

For one local organization, these statistics are too grand to be ignored.

The St. Louis Ovarian Cancer Awareness organization (SLOCA) for the past eight years has been educating the public about ovarian cancer and providing support to women battling the disease. The all-volunteer, non-profit organization has 130 members dedicated to increasing awareness and survivorship of this deadly disease.

“Our goal is to make the teal ribbon as pervasive and recognizable as the pink ribbon is for breast cancer,” said SLOCA spokesperson Jan Paul.

A survivor herself, Paul stressed the importance and necessity of communicating the symptoms of the disease to women of all ages, race and health history.

“The fact that 80 percent of cases are caught in advanced stages makes it much more resistant to treatment,” Paul said.

“And, there is no early detection screening test for ovarian cancer – your annual PAP smear does not test for ovarian cancer – which is why it’s so important that women know the symptoms.”

There are many symptoms of ovarian cancer: fatigue, indigestion, back pain, pain with intercourse, constipation, menstrual irregularities and unexplained weight gain or loss. However, research studies have identified four symptoms that are key to diagnosis: • Bloating • Pelvic or abdominal pain • Urinary frequency or urgency • Difficulty eating, or feeling full quickly To increase awareness of early symptoms, SLOCA is active in the community.

Members volunteer time to staff information booths at health fairs and community festivals – including The Working Women’s Survival Show – host fundraisers and

sponsor events, such as Ovarian Cancer Awareness Day at Busch Stadium.

In addition, one of the most powerful ways SLOCA is working to increase awareness is through its traveling speaker’s bureau, “Survivors Teaching Students: Saving Women’s Lives.” At each symposium survivors speak to classes of medical students, resident doctors, physician assistant and nurse-practitioner students to share their personal experiences with the disease.

Each woman gives a detailed description of the symptoms she experienced, tells how the cancer was diagnosed and shares her treatment and recovery plan.

“In addition to knowing the symptoms, persistence in getting a diagnosis from your doctor is vital,” SLOCA member Beth Hudson said.

Hudson lost a sister to the disease and is herself a three-year survivor. “That is why we tell our stories to medical students; to make them aware and ask them to listen to their patients,” Hudson said.

“Women have to be their own health advocates,” Paul said. “We have to know the symptoms, listen to our bodies, and act.

Communication with our doctors when we know something is not right can make the

Upcoming SLOCA events Autumn Awareness Ultimate Luncheon & Fashion Show Sheraton Westport Hotel Lakeside Chalet Nov. 11, 2010 Reservations: sloca.org, or (314) 849-3970 Living Out Loud Auction & Dinner Ameren Corporate Headquarters April 30, 2011 Survivors’ Course: Ovarian and Endometrial Cancer Gynecologic Cancer Foundation September 2011 Trail Ride for Ovarian Cancer Katy Trail in St. Charles September 2011 For more information, to attend an upcoming event or schedule a survivor’s symposium for your organization, call SLOCA at (314) 995-6220 or visit sloca.org.

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The speaker’s symposium has proven so successful that SLOCA will be expanding it to include professional women’s organizations, church groups, women networking groups and family groups.

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Dr. Jennifer Szalkowski • Dr. Linda K. Therkildsen, D.O.

Belleau Creek Family Care 8089 Mexico Road • St. Peters 636. 379.3434 • www.bjcmedicalgroup.com At Belleau Creek Family Care, Dr. Jennifer Szalkowski and Dr. Linda K. Therkildsen strive to provide a comfortable, caring environment for all patients.

“I see medicine as a team effort and make sure that my patients are involved, comfortable and confident with the decisions that are made,” Dr. Szalkowski said, who has always been concerned with the well being of others.

As a teenager, she frequently volunteered at a hospital, and after seeing the impact doctors can make on a patient’s life, she knew that was what she wanted to do. Her service in the US Navy as a Medical Officer helped her learn to be ready for almost any situation. Board-certified in family medicine, her fun personality provides consistent, personalized care for the whole family – from newborns to geriatrics.

Dr. Therkildsen, who has been practicing medicine for more than 24 years, had a strong desire to pursue a career in medicine at a young age.

“I am sincerely concerned for others, and I am fascinated by the science involved in the medicine field,” she said.

Board-certified in family medicine, Dr. Therkildsen also is an osteopathic physician and provides compassionate care for the entire family, including illnesses, routine exams including immunizations, well-woman visits, and monitoring chronic conditions. Her specialized care also includes manipulative treatments for some muscle/skeletal issues.

Dr. Norman N. Bein, MD FACS RVT

Vein SpecialtieS 11456 Olive Boulevard • Creve Coeur 1987 Hwy. A, Suite 200 • Washington 866.626.VEIN (8346) • www.Veinspecialtiesllc.com Dr Norman Bein dedicates his surgical practice, Vein Specialties, to the in-office treatment of vein disease. Dr. Bein has been a board-certified surgeon for more than 30 years and is a registered vascular technologist. He specializes in the medical and cosmetic treatment of varicose and spider veins that can occur on the legs, face, chest and hands. By utilizing state-of-the-art equipment and the latest laser technology, he tailors each treatment to individual symptoms, using minimally invasive procedures that result in little or no downtime. This ensures long-term and lasting results.

Insurance coverage is available for medically necessary vein procedures, and Dr. Bein’s staff is dedicated to assisting with the process. Treating vein disease is not only a small part of Dr. Bein’s practice – it is his focus – and that makes a big difference to patients.

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Dr. Danessa Brown • Dr. Jennifer Hayes • Dr. Vera Lynskey

Family Physicians oF st. Peters 70 Jungermann Circle, Suite 302 • St. Peters 636.916.7590 • www.bjcmedicalgroup.com Dr. Danessa Brown went to a family physician growing up and saw the same physician until she left for college. She encourages this with her own patients as well.

“I believe that having one medical advocate kept me healthy, and I wanted to share my experience with others,” Dr. Brown said.

Dr. Brown is a board-certified family physician and offers primary care, including preventative medicine and management of chronic and acute illnesses to pediatric and geriatric populations.

Dr. Jennifer Hayes loves being able to get to know each patient on an individual basis. She is a board-certified family physician and fluent in sign language. Dr. Hayes provides annual physicals for men and women, including well-woman/ pap exams, well-child exams, management of chronic conditions, and urgent care concerns.

“I love what I do, and I do it with compassion,” Dr. Hayes said. “I try to treat every patient like one of my family members and utilize evidence based medical treatment.”

Dr. Vera Lynskey feels that every person deserves a healthy, happy life.

“By being a primary care doctor, I have the opportunity to help people reach that goal and improve their life,” Dr. Lynskey said.

She is a board-certified family physician focusing on adolescent and female health, as well as skin and surgical procedures for patients of all ages and sexes.

Additionally, Dr. Lynskey speaks multiple languages including German and French.

Family Physicians of St. Peters is conveniently located on the BJC St. Peters Hospital campus, with full access to hospital services.

Dr. Amy Grawey

Integrated FamIly HealtH 2 Progress Point Parkway, Ste. 101B • O’Fallon • 636.344.3020 www.facebook.com/intgratedfamilyhealth Amy Grawey, M.D., of Integrated Family Health is board-certified and a member of the Academy of Family Physicians. She is also a member of the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine and a La Leche League Medical Associate.

A mother herself, Dr. Grawey has a special interest in breastfeeding. She has undergone advanced training to provide lactation support and counseling to mothers who are breastfeeding.

“When my son was born, I learned that many women do not receive the help they need to achieve their breastfeeding goals. I want to help mothers have a positive experience,” Dr. Grawey said.

Dr. Grawey also evaluates newborns for tongue tie, a condition that can cause breastfeeding to be painful for moms, even when the baby’s latch is correct. If a child is tongue-tied Dr. Grawey can perform a simple procedure in the office to treat the condition.

While her practice emphasizes young families, she sees patients of all ages.

“I counsel about achieving health before pregnancy and fostering healthy eating habits in children to prevent illness. We help patients achieve weight loss goals to reverse diseases such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol,” Dr. Grawey said. She performs in-office skin procedures such as mole removal and wart destruction.

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Damon Hays, D.P.M.

Hays Foot & ankle Center 8067 Mexico Road • St. Peters 636.379.2272 www.haysfootandankle.com Hays Foot & Ankle Center is the medical practice of Dr. Damon Hays, a podiatrist who is board qualified in foot surgery and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery.

“We are a podiatric medical practice serving patients from children through the elderly,” said Dr. Hays, a native of St. Louis. “We provide comprehensive foot care to our patients. This can include everything from diabetic footcare to the crafting of custom orthotics to surgery, if necessary.”

Dr. Hays and his staff pride themselves on making Hays Foot & Ankle Center a center for excellence in the diagnosis and treatment of foot and ankle conditions.

Using cutting-edge technologies and innovative approaches, they are able to provide their patients with the highest possible quality of care.

As a premier provider of podiatric services in the St. Louis area, Hays Foot & Ankle Center is a patient-centered practice that is deeply committed to delivering a level of care that surpasses patient expectations. They realize that at the end of the day, it is not just a foot they are treating – it is a person.

“We take a ‘patients first’ approach,” Dr. Hays explained.

With that in mind, Dr. Hays takes whatever time is required to answer all patient questions and concerns. Flexible office hours – including evening hours – are standard so that patients can secure prompt appointments and get their problems resolved in a timely fashion.

Dr. Hays usually advises his patients to catch foot and ankle pain early, so that it is not given the opportunity to worsen. “Over time, problems that were once only mild annoyances can potentially develop into more painful and serious conditions. Some of the most common early warning signs include ankle pain, the curling of the toes, or painful bunions,” said Dr. Hays.

Emily Sammons, OB/GYN

Midwest OB/GYN AssOciAtes, Ltd. 200 Medical Plaza, Suite 200 • Lake St. Louis • 636.561.8088 • www.midwestobgyn.com After medical school at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, Dr. Emily Sammons completed four years of residency/training in obstetrics and gynecology at Indiana University.

She is one of four physicians at Midwest OB/GYN Associates, Ltd., a well-established practice providing pre-conceptual counseling, prenatal care, well-women preventative services and gynecologic services.

“I think the strength of this group is the experience range that comes with having providers trained in four different decades and eras of OB/GYN,” Sammons said. “The result is a vast amount of knowledge and the ability to provide the best possible care to our patients.”

Gynecology encompasses HPV testing/vaccination; cervical cancer screening; menstrual irregularities; perimenopausal changes or postmenopausal symptoms; incontinence; pelvic organ prolapse; pelvic infection or pain; and osteopenia/osteoporosis.

“I have been lucky enough to train with some of the best minimally invasive gynecologic surgeons in practice today,” Sammons said. “Minimally invasive surgery means smaller incisions, shorter recovery time, and less pain. I am excited to provide these services in Lake Saint Louis.”

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Dr. Liza Stanton • Dr. George Stachecki • Dr. Jyoti Kulkarni

O’FallOn Family medicine 2630 Highway K, O’Fallon, MO 63368 636.240.5454 • www.bjcmedicalgroup.com Dr. Liza Stanton is board-certified in family medicine and has been practicing in O’Fallon for over 15 years.

“Our staff is excellent, professional and thorough,” beams Dr. Stanton. Her engaging personality and humble attitude make patients feel drawn to her.

Liza is multilingual and fluent in Tagalog, the basis of the Filipino language. A mother of two, Dr. Stanton makes whole-family care a priority.

Dr. George Stachecki has been practicing medicine for over 24 years. He is board-certified in family medicine and recognized by the NCQA for diabetic care. Dr. Stachecki is an instructor in the Family Practice Residency program at SLU, which keeps him on the forefront of new technologies and research in today’s health care and attends St. Joseph’s in Cottleville.

Dr. Jyoti Kulkarni is the most recent addition to the O’Fallon Family Medicine team. Dr. Kulkarni is a board-certified family physician in practice for over nine years.

“This property has radiology and phlebotomy services for labs in the same building- a truly convenient care location,” says Kulkarni.

O’Fallon Family Medicine is conveniently located in the heart of O’Fallon and is taking new patients of all ages.

Heather Cosby, LCSW • Becky Ralston, LPC • Jo Ann Gehner, LPC Carol Cosby, LCSW • Cindy Eisenbeis, LCSW • Tina Larrigan, LCSW

Main Street CounSeling, llC 1286 Jungermann Road, Suite G • St. Peters, MO 63376 (636) 498-0700 • www.mainstreetcounseling.com Main Street Counseling is owned and operated by Cindy Eisenbeis, MSW, LCSW. The office is located in St. Peters with easy access from the Page extension and Highways 94 and 70, making it easily accessible to individuals in both St. Charles and St. Louis County. The therapists at Main Street Counseling have over thirty years of combined experience. We work with individuals of all ages and are specialized in various areas including trauma and grief counseling, relationship and couples issues, older adult issues, depression and anxiety, behavior issues, anger management, and child and adolescent issues.

The therapists at Main Street Counseling realize that when difficult experiences force people into complex situations, time, encouragement and guidance are often needed to reach the very personal decision to seek mental health services. It is the goal of Main Street Counseling to provide therapy in a respectful, sensitive and non-judgemental manner. Main Street Counseling makes it their number one priority to provide therapy that will teach skills necessary to handle life’s challenges and to provide a relaxed atmosphere where clients can heal and develop their inner strength.

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Dr. Mark Howard • Dr. Melissa Lueking • Dr. Scott Roos

Hawk Ridge Medical associates 6261 Ronald Reagan Drive, Suite B19 • Lake Saint Louis 636.0 561.3021 • www.bjcmedicalgroup.com Hawk Ridge Medical Associates’ family medicine specialists are aimed at helping its patients with preventative treatment as well as curing medical illnesses.

A six-generation Missourian, Dr. Mark Howard has devoted his career to diagnosing and treating medical conditions in patients of all ages and finds family medicine especially rewarding. Board-certified in family medicine, his clinical interests include pediatrics, sports medicine, preventative care and weight management.

“I like getting to know my patients personally, and I strive to establish and maintain long-term relationships with them so I can provide individualized care to meet their specific needs,” Dr. Howard said.

Dr. Melissa Lueking, also a St. Louis native, appreciates the diversity involved in family medicine and enjoys the wide range of medical conditions family medicine allows her to treat.

“My patients and I are a team, and it is our mutual goal to keep them healthy,” Dr. Lueking said.

Board-certified in family medicine, her clinical interests include children, adolescents, women’s health, sports medicine and dermatologic procedures.

Dr. Scott Roos is board-certified in family medicine and NCQA certified in diabetic care. He enjoys family medicine, because it allows him to see patients of all ages and treat numerous medical conditions. He volunteers his time working with students at the University of Missouri and also with the local Cub Scouts.

“With my patients, I like to approach things by finding the root of the problem,” Dr. Roos said. “It is my goal to help them with the solution.”

Hawk Ridge Medical Associates is dedicated to compassionate and competent health care.

Thomas Wright, M.D., FACP, RVT

Dr. Wright 7030 Mexico Road • Suite A • St. Peters • www.LaserLipoAndVeins.com • 636-397-4012 Laser Lipo and Vein Medical Center, a medical practice that comprehensively treats all manifestations of vein disease from varicose veins to spider veins, enables patients to say goodbye to unsightly, unhealthy veins.

Utilizing advanced technology, owner Thomas Wright, M.D., F.A.C.P., R.V.T., begins the process with a thorough physical examination and utilizes a specialized ultrasound to assess problems accurately.

Varicose veins are treated with a 45-minute, minimally-invasive advanced endovenous laser procedure. Patients are up and around that day, resume normal activities within a day or two and suffer no scarring. The success rate is 93-98 percent.

Dr. Wright is one of only 248 board certified specialists in phlebology, a specialty dealing will all aspects of vein disease.

The Center is the only St. Louis area vein disease practice accepting and credentialed with all major insurance plans.

“Symptoms such as leg swelling, tenderness, restlessness and fatigue are often caused by vein disease,” Dr. Wright said.

“Many people with these symptoms are unaware that they are part of circulation problems that can lead to serious medical issues.

The CliniCal ReseaRCh CenTeR, llC Phillip Korenblat, M.D., CPI and Jeffrey Tillinghast, M.D., CPI 1040 North Mason, Suite 112 • Creve Coeur • (314) 514-8509 • www.clinicalresearchcenter.com Located on the campus of Barnes Jewish West County Hospital • 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mon. – Fri.; 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Sat. •

Clinical Research: Why should you participate?

•• You should participate in a clinical trial if your illness is not adequately controlled.

•• You have an intolerance to current medication or side effects.

•• Your current medication is not fully effective.

•• You have curiosity concerning your illness and potential study medication.

•• A desire to help advance medications approval process and helping as a public service.

Clinical research is not typically talked about during everyday conversations. It is not discussed in high school science classrooms, and it is usually only discussed in a doctor’s office when a patient has been diagnosed with an illness, for which no available treatment exists or for which available treatments are unpleasant, unsafe and ineffective.

Yet arguably, clinical research touches every person’s life regularly. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 55 percent of all Americans are taking prescription medications at the present time. Ninety percent of Americans report routinely using over-the-counter medications. The average American simply does not realize that all medicines go through clinical testing with people just like them.

Without study volunteers, clinical trials cannot be conducted, and ultimately, public health advances cannot be realized.

At The Clinical Research Center, the subject’s well being and safety are the primary goals. There are multiple important respiratory trials being conducted every day at the center. Physicians are Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Allergy and Clinical Immunology, as well as Certified Clinical Researchers. The center has specialized for more than 20 years in the area of respiratory illnesses, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and allergic

respiratory illness, including allergic rhinitis.

“We are always looking for patients with different types of respiratory illnesses who would like to do clinical research.” Dr. Phillip Korenblat said. “Some studies are testing medications, and some are testing devices. Patients who have any of these respiratory conditions can call us to see if there is a research study available.”

The Center has been conducting Patient Satisfaction Surveys since 2000, which have shown that subjects are highly satisfied with their experience and willing to participate in future studies.

“We have a great local volunteer database who have stated that they would consider helping us with a study but we always would like to see additional people interested in clinical research” Dr. Jeffrey Tillinghast said. “Our clinical trials are important to us, and we strive to make our subjects the most important part of what we do.”

The studies are conducted by the physician and a trained Study Coordinator, who is a Registered Nurse and they are available to subjects 24 hours a day.

Located on the beautiful Barnes Jewish West County Hospital campus, the center is easy to find, has safe, convenient parking, and flexible hours with evening studies available as well as during the day.

Overall, the center has completed more than 300 clinical trials. The clinical and research experience the doctors and nurses possess can assure patients they are in the right place. The center is hopeful that ongoing public opinion will reflect a better-informed community, greater appreciation of the value of clinical research to public health, and deeper recognition of research volunteers.

Call the center to see if you qualify for a research study, or join the database for future trials.

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Com mu n it y Event s HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS St. Charles Ghost Tours will be held at 7 p.m., 9:30 p.m. and 12 a.m. year-round on Main Street in St. Charles. Tickets are $20. Reservations are required. For more information, call 314-374-6102.

• • • October Harvest is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday through October at Daniels’ Farm & Greenhouses, 352 Jungermann Road in St. Peters. Activities include a giant straw maze, farm animal petting zoo, unique fort maze, tube slide, Pony Express train, tire swings, pony rides on weekends, straw bales, corn stalks and Indian corn.

CAR SHOW The ninth annual EPC Classic Carfest will start at 8 a.m., Sat., Oct. 9, on EPC’s parking lot, 3941 Truman Boulevard. Several dozen proposed classes of vehicles will be represented, including stock and modified versions of cars pre-1949, 195073, 1974-90 and 1991-present, as well as stock and modified trucks, street rods, prostreets and T-buckets, motorcycles, daily drivers, Camaros, Mustangs, imports and special interest vehicles. All proceeds from the day-long, family-oriented event will benefit Angels’ Arms. The event is free and open to the public. Pre-registration for all vehicles is open at www.classiccarfest.com.

For more information, call 443-1999.

HEALTH SCREENING A full heart health screening will be held from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Fri., Oct. 8, in the lobby at SSM St. Joseph Health Center. Receive your total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, blood glucose, body fat analysis and blood pressure for just $15.

Some may qualify for a free screening by

completing SSM Heart Institute’s online heart disease risk assessment. Learn more online at ssmhealth.com/heart. To register, call 1-866-SSM-DOCS.

QUILT SHOW “Quilts of Yesterday and Today” Quilt Show by Loose Threads Quilt Guild will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sat., Oct. 9, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sun., Oct. 10, in the College Center at St. Charles Community College. The cost is $5. For more information, contact Barbara Hartman at barbbikeandgolf@aol.com.

The 26th annual Fall Festival & Craft Bazaar will be held from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Habitat for Humanity of St. Charles on Fri., Oct. 8 and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

County ReStore is holding a non-perishable on Sat., Oct. 9, in Civic Park in O’Fallon. and canned food drive for the O.A.S.I.S. Admission and parking are free. SaturFood Pantry. In an effort to help stock the day’s highlights include the Skin & Bones Newsmagazine shelves the Restore is giving a discount on Comedy Circus with clowns, performing Salesperson: total purchases for items donated.

Customdogs and Petunia Pig. Original and tradiProof: Client: ers can bring in non-perishable food items tional acoustic music will be performed on and receive a 1-percent discount per item the Main Stage throughout the day. New contributed to the drive. Customers may at this year’s Fall Festival, the “Pumpcombine up to 10 items for a total of a kin Worth Gobbling” restaurant and café 10-percent discount off of their total pur- food competition, and the “O’Fallon’s chase. Donated food items will be accepted Got Talent!” showcase of area performthrough Oct. 2. ing groups. The free Kids’ Area offers new • • • “green” nature crafts to make and take: a The “Birdies For Puppies” fundraising scarecrow, a bracelet and pinecone creascramble golf tournament will be held at 1 tures. Kids can also make a mask, decorate p.m. on Fri., Oct. 1, at Bogey Hills Coun- a mini-pumpkin, and get face-painting. try Club, 1120 Country Club Road in St. • • • Charles. Proceeds will help improve the An annual Fall Festival will be held lives of Missouri puppy tmill dogs. The from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sun., Oct. 17, at cost is $600 per foursome and includes Assumption Church, 403 North Main St. in lunch, course beverages, silent auction, O’Fallon. The festival features turkey and contests, awards, and a happy hour recep- sausage dinners, a country store, games, tion. Non-golfers are welcome at the happy hayrides and live entertainment. Adult hour reception from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. dinners are $9 and children are $5. Carryfor a cost of $25. To register, call 314-725- outs are also available. For more informa8880 or e-mail coordinator@missourifor- tion about the festival, contact Nancy Lee dogs.com.

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The 20-mile ride, which will benefit Rotary International’s effort to eradicate polio, will take riders on the Katy Trail from Augusta to Weldon Spring and back.

Riders will collect playing cards along the way to form the best poker hands and win prizes. A $30 registration fee includes a light breakfast, poker play, lunch and the prizes. Ride registration is being accepted now by mailing a check payable to the Lambert Airport Rotary Club to Dr. Robert Bernstein, 10481 St. Charles Rock Road, St. Ann, MO 63074. For more information, call Rob at 314-308-6359.

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Center Stage Theatre of St. Charles Community College presents “See How They Run” from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3. The play will be held at 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. on Thurs., Sept. 30; 8 p.m. on Fri., Oct. 1 and Sat., Oct. 2; and at 2 p.m. on Sun., Oct. 3, in the Donald D. Shook Fine Arts Building Theater at St. Charles Community College.

The cost is $7 for general admission; $5 for college students/seniors; and free for SCC students with ID. For more information, call 922-8050.

• • • Young People’s Theatre of St. Charles Community College presents “Night at the Wax Museum” at 7 p.m. on Oct. 15 and 16; and at 2 p.m. on Oct. 16 and 17 in the Donald D. Shook Fine Arts Building Theater at St. Charles Community College.

The cost is $7. For more information, call 922-8233.

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of issue: “Family Circus” will Date be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sat.,Client: Oct. 2, on the campus of Morning StarSize: Church, 1600 Feise Road in O’Fallon. With acts such as Colors: Outcast BMX; vintage favorites like hayrack rides, fire-eaters, andPictures: jugglers; and the requisite sno cones and cotton candy, Logos: the Family Circus will appeal to individuCopy: als and families of all ages.

The event is open to the public and completely free.

For more information, call the church at 561-5680 or visit www.mscwired.org.

GAMES

A cribbage club will meet at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesdays at Rookie’s Bar & Grill located at 1544 S. Service Road in Wentzville. For more information, call Jerry Rowe at 528-8379.

TRAINING American Red Cross St. Louis Area Chapter is offering a CPR / AED (Automated External Defibrillators) Adult Training from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. on Mon.,

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Kathy Horry: Local artist releases CD

By Amy Armour Kathy Horry had lots of energy as a child. To burn that energy, her mother had her involved in everything from bowling and basketball to musical instruments and singing.

“My mom needed something to challenge my energy,” Horry said. “Music was the one that really stuck. Playing the piano calmed me down. Music is my heart.”

And it’s proven to be a lifelong career for the mother of three and wife of the Rev. Raymond Horry.

The Minister of Music at Ark of Safety Christian Church in St. Charles County released her sixth CD — and first holiday CD — “The Gift” on Sept. 12.

Music has been in her life since she was a toddler. Horry started playing the piano at the young age of 3, and began singing by age 5.

“I came from a family of musicians.

Everyone played an instrument or sang,” said Horry, who grew up in Michigan.

But Horry’s cousin Earl Rice saw her gift.

“I remember riding on a Greyhound bus (with Earl) into (Detroit)…where I had my first experience in a recording studio,” Horry said.

At 9 years old, she released her first gospel recording, “A Safe Place.” At the age of 14, Horry recorded her first secular single. When she was 18, she moved to Atlanta, Ga., where she released two rhythm and blues albums which made it into the Billboard Top 20 Charts.

But after her father passed away, Horry turned back to gospel music and found her niche in a church, in the state of Maryland, as the praise and worship leader — where she also met her husband Ray Horry. The couple married in 2001 and started the Ark of Safety Christian Church in St. Charles in 2006, where Kathy Horry is the music minister.

Prior to the release of “The Gift” Kathy

C H E S T E R F I E L D

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FREE recorded several gospel CDs, including “It’s Harvest Time” and “From Grace To Glory.” In 2008, she released “Sanctuary” where she was featured with the Ark of Safety Christian Church Choir. She is also the author of the book “From Grace to Glory.”

“The Gift” is available for purchase at the Ark of Safety Christian Church, as well as on iTunes. Horry describes the album as having a jazz overtone with traditional Christmas music, like “Silent Night,” “The First Noel” and “What Child Is This.” “‘The Gift’ is a collection of holiday favorites with a touch of exclusives that are amazing, easy listening songs for the entire family to enjoy,” said Latina Berryhill, member of Ark of Safety Christian Church.

“This dynamic woman of God is giving us ‘The Gift’ that will inspire and delight our hearts throughout the holiday season. Minister Horry is a beautiful woman inside and out and that beauty shines throughout this CD.” And Kathy Horry is not the only family member to write a book. Ray Horry will release his first book this fall, titled “The Marriage Cup, The Covenant.”

“We’re excited about (the book release),” Kathy Horry said. “He’s a dynamic man and he has a heart for the St. Charles County area.”

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Students will receive a CPR/AED-Adult & Child plus CPR-Infant certificate valid for one year. The cost of this class is $54.

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Christy’s burgers a blast from the past

By SUZANNE CORBETT Retro burgers are not retro at Christy’s Hamburgers.

They are the same thick, juicy, hand-grilled burgers that Christy’s made when it opened decades ago in Starkville, Miss.

“Christy’s is what we use to call a burger shack,” Ryan Burkis, Christy’s Hamburgers co-owner, said.

Burkis’ brother, Todd Burkis, discovered the vintage burger eatery after moving to the Starkville area.

“Todd found Christy’s when he was at Mississippi State University and fell in love with the place,” Ryan said. “He had the opportunity to buy the business in 1997. Since then, we’ve opened two more stores in Columbia and Oxford, but this is our first location outside Mississippi.”

Christy’s, named after the daughter of the original owner, built its menu around an eight-ounce, hand-shaped and grilled-to-order burger. Because of the Big Christy’s thickness, it takes time to cook, especially the one-pound Double Christy. For a smaller version of the Christy’s classic, the four-ounce Baby Christy is given the same TLC grill treatment as the bigger burgers.

“We take the extra steps and the time to do it right,” Ryan

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said. “That’s why we say we’re not fast food; it’s quick service.”

Taking the time to grill a burger right is a different mind-set among burger shops that sets Christy’s apart. As a result, Christy’s grill masters take the time needed to season and sear each burger to each customer’s wish, which includes the extra add-on toppings. Toppings range from bacon and mushrooms to a delightfully sharp, English pub cheese.

If perchance patrons are not hungry for a burger, Christy’s has a list of options, including grilled or fried chicken and hand-cut cod filets. Either chicken or fish can be ordered as a sandwich, each combined into a basket or as a dinner platter. Like the burgers, all of Christy’s sandwiches can be topped at the “fixings bar,” which also doubles as a salad bar.

Ryan Burkis, co-owner of Christy’s Hamburgers in Cottleville.

“People like the extra touches we provide, like those found at our fixings bar,” Ryan said. “It’s one of the reasons why we get a lot of ings with family and friends. repeat customers.”

No worries if patrons are too busy to linger. Carry-out While the menu is not large, there is enough variety to service is as quick and friendly as for those who choose please anyone with an appetite. to eat in. A drive-through is available also for call-ahead “What we like to say is we do a few things well,” Ryan orders. According to Ryan, it is the only drive-through said. window Christy’s has, because it came with the building.

Christy’s’ short menu strategy has brought success to A quality, fairly priced menu that is served with a smile Cottleville, along with its hometown feel and design that may make Christy’s retro, but it is a blast from the past to encourages one to linger over fries and enjoy the surround- savor today.

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