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Libya and lies It was a little much when President Barack Obama said that he was “offended” by the suggestion that his administration would try to deceive the public about what happened in Benghazi. What has this man not deceived the public about? Remember his pledge to cut the deficit in half in his first term in office? This was followed by the first trillion dollar deficit ever, under any president of the United States – followed by trillion dollar deficits in every year of the Obama administration. Remember his pledge to have a “transparent” government that would post its legislative proposals on the Internet several days before Congress was to vote on them, so that everybody would know what was happening? This was followed by an Obamacare bill so huge and passed so fast that even members of Congress did not have time to read it. Remember his claims that previous administrations had arrogantly interfered in the internal affairs of other nations – and then his demands that Israel stop building settlements and give away land outside its 1967 borders, as a precondition to peace talks with the Palestinians, on whom there were no preconditions? As for what happened in Libya, the Obama administration says (at presstime) that there is an “investigation” under way. An “ongoing investigation” sounds so much better than “stonewalling” to get past election day. But you can bet the rent money that this “investigation” will not be completed before election day. And whatever the investigation says after the election will be irrelevant. The events unfolding in Benghazi on the tragic night of Sept. 11 were being relayed to the state department as the attacks were going on, “in real time,” as they say. So the idea that the Obama administration now has to carry out a time-consuming “investigation” to find out what those events were, when the information was immediately available at the time, is a little much. The full story of what happened in Libya, down to the last detail, may never be known. But, as someone once said, you don’t need to eat a whole egg to know that it is rotten. And you don’t need to know every detail of the events before, during and after the attacks to know that the story put out by the Obama administration was a fraud.
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To the Editor: How ironic is it when I turn on the television and hear, “Good evening (morning or afternoon),” and then hear something like this: “A drive-by shooting in north St. Louis left two dead and a four-year-old boy seriously wounded. A multiple car crash on Hwy. 44 claimed the life of an Arnold woman and sent four to the hospital with life threatening injuries. In Afghanistan, a roadside bomb claimed the life of two Marines.” On and on it goes. My question is, “What’s good about this?” It also begs the question, “Whatever happened to the good news? It can’t be all bad – can it?” Of course not, which is why I wanted to share the following stories. Recently, my wife, Linda, and I had a chance to join with 40 individuals and organizations to experience a week of really good, inspirational stories. All this took place courtesy of Cabot Creamery Cooperative of Montpelier, Va. Following are just a few of the many good news stories we were privileged to hear. Joseph Henderson calls Richardson, Texas home. Joe is a Vietnam veteran who was diagnosed with a nerve disorder associated with agent orange. He was given six months to live, but he cheated the Grim Reaper. Earn-
ing a master’s of fine arts in writing Joe has used that talent to help others. Using his writing skills, specifically poetry, he helps veterans rid themselves of the demons that have followed them home from the battlefield. He also works with the Center for Survivors of Torture where many of his students, who have fled from horrendous circumstances in their home country, get help. Tyler Nelson is 18 years old. On the second day of his life Tyler was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. This past February Tyler underwent transplant surgery to replace his liver and both lungs. Today, Tyler volunteers with Life Gift Donation, the organization that arranged his transplant. He volunteers at Millionaire Airlines, an organization that picks up and delivers organs for transplant and one day he hopes to become a pilot. Christopher Taylor calls Greenville, N.C., home. Chris made some ill-advised choices before he decided to “do right.” But just as he was turning his life around he was diagnosed with Burkitt’s lymphoma, a rare form of cancer. He made a promise that if God would restore his life, he would help other disenfranchised youth get back on the right track. He went through a year of chemo. Then he refused a bone marrow transplant and resigned himself to whatever would happen. Today, he works with “Save Our Children in Time” to help put at-risk youth on a law abiding and productive path. As for Linda and me, we make what we call Sweet Dreams Pillows for the children of those members of our armed forces who are deployed. On each small fleece backed pillow we print the picture of the mom or dad who is deployed and give these free to the children. Every child in the family gets their own pillow – no fighting allowed. That these make a difference can be seen from the numerous letters and emails we receive. One mom wrote that “the monsters are now gone.” Another wrote that her little boy was so mad at his daddy that he would not talk to him when he called. He received his pillow, showed it to everyone “and the next time his daddy called he got right on the phone.” Nearly 5,000 children have received these special pillows. There is hardly a day that goes by that we don’t receive requests for these Sweet Dreams Pillows. Yes, there is a lot of bad news that the media are all too ready to report so it is indeed a pleasure for Linda and me to share just a few of the many stories of love, caring and sharing we heard about recently. We hope that these stories will inspire others to consider what they can do to give back to their community. John R. Stoeffler
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Weathering the storm The week before Sandy hit the East Coast, a coworker here at the Newsmagazine Network went on vacation. She traveled to Gulf Shores, Ala., and was surprised by conversations she had there with residents who remembered Hurricane Katrina as if it had happened yesterday. “All I wore for a year after the storm were donated clothes,” one resident told her. That resident, and so many others, wanted her to know that the generosity and aid of strangers meant so very so much to them – then and even now. But to our coworker Katrina seemed long ago. The tornado that ripped through Joplin in May of 2011 provided a much more recent example of the fury that nature can inflict on an unsuspecting town and the need for rescue assistance. When Joplin was struck down, communities across the Midwest responded with everything from food and water to teams of first responders. Money poured in, too, along with the hands-on help needed to rebuild the physical structure of the town. Yet we all agreed that even Joplin’s storm seemed pretty long ago and far away. Last week a new storm captured the collective attention of Americans. The rally cry sounded and from across the country people rushed to help. Sandy, downgraded from a hurricane to a superstorm, made landfall at 8 p.m. EST on Monday, Oct. 29. By Tuesday, Oct. 30, the American Red Cross Greater St. Louis Region had 29 volunteers en route with relief supplies and in less than
seven hours the organization raised more than $55,000 in local donations. Missouri Task Force 1 was also deployed sending first responders from St. Louis and St. Charles counties to join task forces from Ohio, Indiana, Tennessee, Virginia and Maryland in meeting the East Coast’s most pressing and immediate needs. At the Newsmagazine Network office we talked about what it takes to drop everything and respond as so many do. “Volunteers are the bridge from despair to hope” declares the Service International website (serviceinternational.org). Still, not everyone has what it takes to volunteer. As we discussed our co-worker’s vacation experience in Gulf Shores along with the lingering need in Joplin and the urgent needs on the East Coast, someone said: “I don’t know if I could do it. I can give money and send clothes, but to drop everything and step into the center of the disaster – I don’t know that I could do that.” Heads nodded in agreement. We wanted to think that we could go, without a second thought, into the heart of the storm, into those areas where help is needed most. But the truth is – not everyone can be among the hands-on volunteers who arrive when the aftermath of the storm is still raw –and not everyone needs to go. If Katrina and Joplin have taught us anything it’s that the need – for all types of support – continues long after the storm subsides.
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That’s me (Dr. Jason Hamed) with my children – Boston and Reese! It’s strange how life is, because now people come to see me with their sinus and allergy problems. Also they come to me with their headaches, migraines, chronic pain, neck pain, shoulder or arm pain, whiplash from car accidents, backaches, ear infections, asthma, allergies, numbness in limbs, athletic injuries, just to name a few. Here’s what some of my patients had to say: “I had headaches for years, and went to several specialists, did all the tests – with no results. Then I saw Dr. Jason, and within 3 weeks, I was 90% better!” Christie Dempsey, (nurse) - St.Charles “No more neck pain for me, and the entire process was painless!” Dan Busekrus, - Troy “The back pain was excruciating and I could barely move. 2 weeks later, and I’m completely back to normal! Thank you Dr. Jason and team for caring and treating me like family!!” Diane Papageorge, - O’Fallon It seems that people in my office regularly tell me that I “cured them” of their health problems. The fact is, I’ve never healed anyone of anything. What I do is perform a specific spinal adjustment to remove nerve pressure, and the body responds by healing itself. We get tremendous results. It’s as simple as that! Being a chiropractor can be tough, because there’s a host of so-called experts out there. They tell people a lot of things that are just plain ridiculous about my profession. Don’t just trust
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At MRN presstime, a local business group was offering a reward for information leading to arrest and conviction of people responsible for overnight break-ins. Wentzville police detectives have been investigating a series of burglaries that have been occurring near the Downtown Business District in Wentzville. The most recent break-in occurred at about 5 a.m., Oct. 29, at the Napa Auto Parts store. It was the fourth such break in since Oct. 1. Other businesses that have been targeted are Wheel Sports Bike Shop, Ehll’s Western Auto, and Chic Lumber. All have similar methods of entry and the intended objective is believed to be cash in each incident.
O’Fallon police were called to a disturbance at 1:50 a.m., Oct. 23, in the 1300 block of Manuka Drive in O’Fallon. Police said James Gasperoni, 21, of O’Fallon, was taken into custody for allegedly assaulting a 29-year-old woman. Police said the assault consisted of the female victim being choked and repeatedly struck in the face. The female victim and Gasperoni know one another, said the police. The victim was transported to a local hospital with non-threatening injuries, police said. The St Charles County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office has charged Gasperoni with assault in the second degree, with a $25,000 bond
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One bridge short By Michael R. Smith Last weekend the Missouri Department of Transportation closed the westbound span of the Blanchette Bridge at St. Charles in order to remove and replace the aging section. The 10-lane bridge has now been reduced to six lanes — three in each direction — with westbound traffic A temporary wooden roadway is built beneath diverted onto the eastbound span. of the Blanchette Bridge for a crane that will The westbound side will be com- help dismantle the westbound span that is (MRN photo) pletely rebuilt and if all goes accord- being replaced. ing to plan will reopen in late 2013. Until then, motorists will be slowed by narrower lanes and reduced traffic speed at the river crossing. St. Charles Mayor Sally Faith says that “for rush hour traffic another way is the best way to go.” Officials say Hwy. 364 on the north side of St. Charles and Hwy. 370 (Page Avenue extension) are the recommended routes across the river until the $63-million project is completed. Each of those highways has been re-striped to provide more traffic lanes. Officials also say that carpooling is another alternative. Online sites like ridefinders. org provide free help for commuters to find each other in order to form carpools. Built in 1958, the westbound span of the Blanchette Bridge needs a total rehabilitation, said Ed Hassinger, district engineer for MoDOT. He said it was quicker, easier, and less expensive to completely remove and replace the bridge in order to “get the cancer out.”
ST. CHARLES COUNTY Disc golf course The St. Charles County Parks staff is in the process of planning a new 18-hole disc golf course at Indian Camp Creek Park near Wentzville. The new course will be very versatile and equipped with two tee pads per hole. The St. Charles County Disc Golf Club is assisting with the design and installation of the course which is expected to open in 2013.
Award winner The St. Charles County Parks Department has been chosen to receive the 2012 National Roadside Vegetation Management Association (NRVMA) Turney Hernandez Excellence Award. This award recognizes those who dedicate their time and efforts, and successfully pursue and promote the ideals of vegetation management. The award will be presented to the Parks Department during the NRVMA’s annual awards breakfast in November. The NRVMA believe that “Beautiful Roadsides is The Key to a Beautiful America.”
The Parks Department has developed a system for managing its park roadways by incorporating turf grass, native vegetation and low maintenance techniques.
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Modifying behavior: O’Fallon City Council looks at speed cameras By Mary Ann O’Toole Holley O’Fallon Mayor Bill Hennessy preceded the pitch with a sigh, seemingly at the thought of the backlash speed cameras could bring. “It’s informational; it’s informational,” Hennessy said. “This is unusual. Usually we have staff or a councilman do a presentation.” Nonetheless, at the urging of Councilman Jeff Schwentker (Ward 4), the O’Fallon City Council had its interests piqued by a presentation on traffic speed cameras that monitor speed of a vehicle and trigger citations, similar to red light cameras. Schwentker said he was contacted some time ago, and thought everyone should hear the presentation. “I could have listened to this (presentation) on my own, but I think everyone will want to hear what they have to say,” Schwentker said. Hennessy reiterated, “Just to let everybody know. This is informational. This is not going to give staff direction one way or another. I just want everyone to know it’s informational.” Dan Reeve and Damon Cross of American Traffic Solutions of St. Louis, said over the last few years the company had moved from traditional red light cameras to speed cameras since MoDOT authorized the use of camera speed enforcement in particular situations last year. Reeve said the new policy allows speed
enforcement cameras to be used in school, construction and other special zones in Missouri. There is strong support for these types of cameras in work and school driving zones, he said. “There are serious injuries and fatalities every day because of speed-related accidents. This leverages off of traditional police enforcement, but also allows for police services to be maximized by using this type of technology,” Reeve said. “Speed cameras in construction zones found that the use of cameras in vans lowered speeding to the lowest level.” Reeve said warning signs brought driving speed down some, police brought it down further, but the most compliance came with the use of speed-enforcement cameras. He said the cameras incorporate a new type of radar system that allows for the identification of the vehicle. “In past technologies, you couldn’t have another vehicle in the image. You couldn’t identify which was speeding,” Reeve said. “Now, we have a system that identifies the exact speeding vehicle.” The certified system can be used on a portable tripod or a boxed container that could be wheeled out into a school zone as a portable system for wherever the need, Reeve said. When violations are found the system uploads the information into the city’s computer system and processes the violations. He said the camera can also be
permanently mounted in the ground or on a pole as an unmanned system. There is a process in place that allows for a thorough review of the violation and a proper analysis is done before a violation notice is sent. Images are uploaded to a server to determine the speed of the vehicle and date. Information on the make and model are matched with the Division of Motor Vehicles’ system and forwarded to police for review. They’ll look at images, registered owner and determine whether it is a violation. If it is a violation the notice of violation is printed and sent, Reeve said. “The most important thing for the violator is they can go online to see what they are being charged with and any additional information the police department would like to import,” Reeve said. “This is about modifying behavior. Systems do work and get very high compliance especially in school and work zones. The technology keeps people safe, keeps the driving public safe and education is a big part of it.” Schwentker said the issue of red light cameras was proposed six years ago, but he voted against it. “I didn’t like that because it becomes like a money maker. Being an elected official, we’re not up here to make money,” Schwentker said. “What sparked my interest in this is the No. 1 complaint most elected officials get is speeding in subdivisions.
We have a box now set out to inform drivers of their speed, and it changes habits for about a week. I don’t know where to go from here. I like the idea with school zones and plan to talk with Dr. (Bernie) DuBray (superintendent of the Fort Zumwalt School District). The subdivisions intrigue me. You can place it in an O’Fallon Police car and allow it to sit there. It doesn’t have to be out all the time.” City Attorney Kevin O’Keefe said in terms of intersection safety these types of systems have been approved by appellate courts. In the metro area, the company does red light camera business with the city of St. Louis, Kansas City, and large cities like New York City and San Diego. The company is working with MoDOT with installation of cameras in Missouri. Councilman Rick Battelle (Ward 3) said it’s key to work with MoDOT to determine if there are policies that can be written on how this ticket is deployed. “I have concerns with misleading situations,” Battelle said. “I believe if the drivers know the car with radar is there, it can be a valuable tool.” As part of the contract with the company, DMV information is received and given to a certified officer for review. If it is not determined to not be a violation, it is permanently deleted from the court system. Overall, the equipment is violator funded.
Developers want to bring former Holiday Inn back to its ‘glory days’ By Michael R. Smith The adage that “everything old is new again” certainly applies to plans by developers to renovate the former Holiday Inn Hotel on Veterans Memorial Parkway in St. Peters and return it to its initial position as a first-rate business hotel. “In talking to people in the area, (the Holiday Inn) was the place to go for weddings and meetings. We’d like to bring that back,” said Cory Spielberg of Upper End Properties, who plans to purchase and renovate the hotel. He presented a preliminary redevelopment plan to the St. Peters’ Board of Aldermen at its Oct. 25 meeting and explained that the hotel structure is sound but the interior and front façade need significant renovation. To help make the renovation profitable he and partners are asking the city to abate taxes completely for 10 years and then at 50 percent for the following 15 years. “Our goal is to do a total overhaul” of the hotel, said Josh Corson of Mark S.
Mehlman Realty, a partner in the hotel redevelopment. Of 195 rooms currently in the hotel, now named the Garden Plaza Hotel, the developers say all the rooms need some type of makeover but 105 require “complete renovation.” Neglect has caused so much damage that the entire sixth floor is closed, one room which was fire-damaged remains unrepaired, some rooms have holes in the wall where outside air conditioning units were removed, and all public areas need a makeover. Plus, the building’s front — which faces I-70 — needs to be updated, said the developers. The hotel is experiencing low occupancy rates. In a recent week, Corson said, only five rooms were rented. Spielberg said that its Valley West Inn property in West Des Moines, Iowa averaged less than 30-percent occupancy before he acquired and renovated it but it now averages above 60-percent occupancy. The St. Peters property is also to be named Valley West Inn
and to open after renovation in late 2013. The board and the developers also Plans shown were modeled after the agreed that the hotel should perform well Iowa hotel. That hotel also has some because there isn’t another businessextended stay rooms which contain oriented hotel in the area and because kitchenettes. Corson said the develop- it’s the closest hotel to the city’s RecPlex, ers are evaluating the local market and which brings in visitors from around the he is unsure now whether the St. Peters country for competitive sporting events. hotel will have similar suites. Plans also Alderman Judy Bateman (Ward Two) include for a local restaurant owner to reminisced that the hotel was an exciting lease and manage the dining area. place after it opened. She said she worked One observer familiar with the St. for it at the grand opening — which she Peters property thought that the tax abate- thought was 1982 — and credited the ment was warranted to encourage redevel- experience with getting her into politics. opment because improving the property “A lot of the Board of Aldermen came would increase occupancy rates, boost over to the Holiday Inn after their meetsales at nearby restaurants and businesses, ings and talked about things,” Bateman and encourage other local business owners said. “That’s how I got curious about to maintain their properties. what goes on in government.” The aldermen seemed to agree. The Des Moines Valley West Inn web“I think we’ve been waiting for this for site shows weekday rates of $85 for an a very long time,” said Alderman Rocky extended stay room, $89.95 for a double Reitmeyer (Ward One). He also said that queen room, $145.95 for a king two-room the board and city staff “are 100-percent suite, and $225.95 for a Bridal Suite. By behind” the redevelopment idea. “We’re comparison, a nearby Fairfield Inn shows waiting for you to come on board.” rates for the same period of $119-$149.
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O’Fallon approves group home in Twin Chimneys subdivision By Mary Ann O’Toole Holley The O’Fallon City Council has given unanimous approval for a group home for three developmentally disabled women in the Twin Chimneys subdivision. The approval comes after months of debate and public outcry on the pros and cons of the group home, the second in the subdivision. The home at 28 Rock Church Road will be operated by Emmaus Homes Inc., a mission of the United Church of Christ’s Council for Health and Human Service Ministries, which serves residents in 40 homes at its two campuses and in group homes throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area. Emmaus Homes was founded in 1893 in Marthasville, Mo., when a group of pastors and lay people from the surrounding churches of the Evangelical Synod of the West decided to use their vacated seminary buildings to serve individuals with developmental disabilities. Dozens of speakers joined in public comment over the past few months asking that the city deny a conditional use permit allowing for the group home. Some residents of Twin Chimneys subdivision say the controversy began when a young couple posed as home buyers, yet after the home’s purchase, a conditional use permit HolidayAd_10x5.6 MidRivers:Layout was applied for to allow Emmaus Group1
Homes to operate at the four bedroom home. City Attorney Kevin O’Keefe told the council that denial of the conditional use permit would likely be overthrown in court and in violation of the Fair Housing and Americans with Disabilities Acts as well as several state and federal laws. Residents questioned a city ordinance limiting the number of group homes in O’Fallon to one per square mile. The proposed group home would be too close to another one in the subdivision, they said. Resident Amy Robertson spoke at the meeting saying she moved to the area with five children, three of which had special needs and require such things as oxygen delivered regularly. “We didn’t have the undue burden of getting a permit to get what we needed for our children. and we were certainly not required to put an 8-by-4-foot (public notice) sign in our front yard about whether or not our family was a good fit for the subdivision,” Robertson said. “My children, despite their weaknesses have made positive contributions to their community.” Robertson said the families of these women have had to listen to people talk about why they didn’t want them in their neighborhood. Now, everyone knows 10/31/12 10:13 1 where to find them,AMandPage that they have lim-
ited security, she said. “The neighbors didn’t know the implications of what to expect. They stood up for what they believe was right at the time,” Robertson said. “There are two reasons I fought this battle so loudly: I believe in the golden rule and that people should be treated with respect. I have been vocal about this because I’ve taught my children to stand up for what is right.” Julie Drake, a resident of 23 Rock Church Drive, said she has spoken several times about the home going in down the street from her home. “The fact that residents have spoken against this group home in a weird way, speaks volumes as to how wonderful Twin Chimneys is,” Drake said. “We will do anything in our power to protect our children. I am confident that in true Twin Chimneys fashion, these women will be welcomed.” She suggested the city look into what she called “dishonest business practices” because of the way the home was purchased. “This was about seething anger, about how this house was purchased and about a strong desire to protect our community,” Drake said. Cindy Clark, president and CEO of Emmaus Homes, said earlier this summer a conditional use permit was approved for a group home on Westridge Court. She said
she visited the residents and learned the neighbors drop by from time to time, and sometimes bring cookies. “I use the word home here, purposely,” Clark said. “For these ladies, their families and for Emmaus, this is their home. They happen to have people who show up for work each day to assist them, but it doesn’t make it any less their home. The only difference is they need a special permit to live in their home.” Clark said she was also speaking on behalf of the St. Charles Coalition of Service Providers for people with disabilities. “We represent 25 member agencies that serve over 15,000 people with developmental disabilities. There are 4,000 employees who provide services from birth to death for people with disabilities,” Clark said. “We acknowledge the time and attention the city attorney and council have invested in the conditional use permit process. The city seems committed to change the local ordinances to be more closely aligned with the Fair Housing Act and with the Americans with Disabilities Act. “The coalition has studied the issue, consulting with the Equal Housing Opportunity Council, the Department of Justice and the St. Louis University Law Clinic, as well as other providers that have faced similar issues.”
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By Michael R. Smith Pleasing students and parents of sports, band, and other groups, the Francis Howell School Board unanimously approved a measure at a recent meeting to install artificial turf fields at Francis Howell Central and Francis Howell North high schools. Also included in the capital improvements are science lab renovations at Barnwell and Hollenbeck middle schools, and restroom renovations at Barnwell Middle and Castlio, Fairmount and Becky David elementary schools. The funds will come from leftover money from bonds that voters approved in 2008. Parents, students, and some board members had been seeking to replace the athletic fields at the central and north high school campuses with synthetic fields because of their benefit over grass, and to get more use from them. Francis Howell High already has artificial turf fields. Board member Eric Seider says he heard recently from a representative of Parkway School District in St. Louis County that after installing synthetic turf at one of their campuses the use of the field jumped from “55 to 60 events to over 500” a year. And, Seider explained that some activities — such as marching band competitions — are important revenue sources for school groups, but that other schools will not commit to competitions on grass fields because of having to allocate funds for events that could be later rained out. Maintenance can also be an issue with grass fields — such as the drought the country experienced this past summer. Artificial turf, how-
ever, needs to be replaced at about 10 years. Board member Mark Lafata asked about budget impacts for annual maintenance and replacement of turf because he didn’t want to use “20-year bond money to replace a 10-year expenditure.” District CFO Kevin Supple said his team and the district’s facilities committee will be looking at those costs as part of an overall “lifecycle replacement plan” the district is creating for all its capital improvements. The two fields are budgeted to cost $1.4 million, with the renovations at the other schools costing $2.15 million. Supple explained that some work to the fields can be done during the winter when the fields are not being used. The building renovations will be done when the current school year ends. In 2008 voters approved $78.5 million in bonds for capital improvements. District CFO Kevin Supple explained that “favorable construction pricing allowed the district to complete all of the initially identified projects below their initial cost estimates.” The initial projects the funds financed included construction of a new gym and other improvements at Francis Howell High School, renovations at Castlio and Daniel Boone elementary schools, upgrades at Francis Howell North, and other district facility improvements. In April the board considered a second set of priorities to use about $6 million of leftover funds. Renovations of heating and cooling systems at Barnwell and Fairmount, and improvements to the north and central high school athletic facilities were approved.
Math program for gifted students opens Project MEGSSS (pronounced MEG’ us), the area’s premier mathematics program for gifted middle school students, recently announced the opening of a pilot site in St. Charles County in cooperation with the Academy of the Sacred Heart. Located at 619 North Second Street in downtown St. Charles, the new after-school site will allow easy access for students in both the St. Charles and North St. Louis County regions. The mission of Project MEGSSS is to discover, inspire and develop the talents of middle school students with extraordinary gifts in mathematics. Project MEGSSS has been in operation for almost 35 years and is a parent-run, tuition-based, nonprofit organization that bridges the gap between elementary and high school mathematics. Alumni include talented former students working in fields as varied as music, medicine, law and theatre. Many have careers as scientists, engineers and mathematicians. Qualified fifth- and sixth-grade students are
eligible for participation in Project MEGSSS’ introductory summer program in June and July of each year. Nominations to the program are accepted online beginning each January for the following summer. Financial assistance is available at all levels of the program. In addition, Project MEGSSS offers a number of summer mathematics enrichment courses open to all gifted fifth- to eighth-grade students, such as math contest preparation, probability and logic. The program is taught by highly trained mathematics educators, using the Elements of Mathematics, a curriculum designed for gifted students. Students meet one day each week, studying a formal course in logic and a broadened and accelerated course of math. For those students who enjoyed the summer introductory coursework, Project MEGSSS provides tuition-based, after-school programming at two other centralized sites in the St. Louis region. This program provides up to three years of advanced mathematics.
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Cottleville FPD hosts first-ever young ‘Firefighter For A Day’ By Amy Armour On Tuesday, Oct. 9, the Cottleville Fire Protection District hosted a new, young firefighter. Nealy Nicolay, 14, a resident of the fire district, became the district’s first ever “Firefighter For A Day.” Nealy was diagnosed with T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia on Oct. 14, 2011. Since then he has been receiving chemotherapy and has suffered from foot neuropathy as a side effect of the drugs. Nealy, a freshman at Francis Howell High School, now receives physical therapy for his foot and ankle in addition to his routine chemotherapy. However, his doctor
has cleared him to start training for high school baseball in the spring. Nealy loves baseball and plans on playing shortstop. He is currently participating in a research study for T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia through Children’s Hospital because he wants to help every child who is diagnosed with the same cancer. On his Firefighter Day Nealy was allowed to experience what it was like to be a firefighter. He started at 8 a.m. by having breakfast with the crew and then performing routine truck and equipment checks.
Before his day was through, Nealy had a chance to ride in the fire truck, visit all four of the district’s fire stations, wear firefighting gear, use a self-contained breathing apparatus, put on an ice rescue suit and spray water from several firefighting appliances. Despite initial reservations, Nealy even went up 90 feet in Cottleville’s tower ladder truck. Nealy said he enjoyed the entire day, but that riding in the fire truck was his favorite part. He was accompanied by three off-duty firefighters who volunteered their time all day to teach Nealy about the life and job
of a firefighter. At the end of the day, Nealy was surprised when he was presented with a real life personalized fire helmet, cake and a certificate of achievement. Nealy’s mother, Denise, was very impressed with the efforts put forth, “We are truly blessed to have such a great group of angels looking over us,” she said. The program was financed by Cottleville Firefighters Community Outreach, a nonprofit organization organized by the firefighters of Cottleville Fire Protection District.
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St. Peters increases number of red-light camera intersections By Michael R. Smith St. Peters has one more red-light camera at a street intersection than it did at the start of the year and another is being planned, says a city police official. Red-light intersections have cameras that record drivers in the intersection after a signal light in their direction turns red. A characteristic camera flash occurs when a violation has occurred. Signs also mark camera locations. Michael Townsend, of the city’s police Bureau of Support Services, explains that an “approach” is where a camera records drivers approaching and departing an intersection. Intersections have multiple approaches but where a camera exists not every approach is recorded, he said. Most intersections with the cameras are recording only one approach. Currently, the eight cameras at six intersections in St. Peters are located at: -Mexico and Spencer roads, recording eastbound Mexico and southbound Spencer traffic. -Mid Rivers Mall Drive at Willott Road, recording northbound Mid Rivers traffic. -Mexico Road and Cave Springs Boulevard, recording eastbound Mexico traffic. -Mexico and Jungermann roads, recording westbound Mexico traffic. -Mid Rivers Mall and Suemandy drives, recording southbound Mid Rivers traffic.
-Mid Rivers Mall and Grand Teton drives, recording eastbound and westbound Grand Teton traffic. Jungermann and McClay roads will get a camera soon but the approach hasn’t been decided, Townsend said. He said that police don’t mind drivers knowing where the cameras are located because if drivers are aware as they approach an intersection, then the cameras have accomplished their purpose. “People don’t think ‘I’m going to run a red light today.’ The consequences are far greater than a $110 fine.” Instead, he blames driver inattention and distraction for a violation. “If you’re thinking about (the camera) I’ve done my job,” he said. After a signal light turns red a camera flashes and records an image when a driver crosses a bar on the pavement. The driver is photographed driving through the intersection. However, a digital image lodged in a file doesn’t mean an offender will receive a citation. Images are first reviewed by Red Flex Traffic Systems, a company that provides and installs the video equipment at no charge to the city. For its revenue it takes a fee from the fines that are actually paid from the video records. Red Flex screens the quality of images and sends those which match minimum clarity standards to St. Peters. A city police officer then reviews images before citations are issued.
Identification and beautification plans approved By Mary Ann O’Toole Holley O’Fallon city officials have formally approved landscape and citywide identification plans and is moving forward in beautifying the city. Councilwoman Rose Mack said because O’Fallon is the largest metropolitan area in St. Charles County and the second largest municipality in the state, she felt beautification and identity was an important issue. In April, the council approved a design plan and city entrance sign that features O’Fallon City Hall and clock tower. Work has already started at Hwy. K and I-64 on O’Fallon’s west side. Citywide Landscape Identity Plan (CLIP), the city has about $150,000 budgeted for work during 2012. City Administrator Keith Riesberg said adoption of the plan at last week’s meeting doesn’t make a commitment to spend the same amount each year. “The obligation of funds is done each year during the budget process,” Riesberg said. Councilman Jim Pepper said the program
will help visitors say, “Guess what, you’re now in O’Fallon. We want a nice sign and a brand appearance. People need to be aware that we are here, and we want to make it look better.” At the direction of the City Council, a committee composed of five staff representatives and five City Councilmembers was formed earlier this year to develop a long-term plan for beautification and identification throughout the city. Various elements were considered, most notably signage and landscaping. Based on the committee’s recommendations, a basic “look” for CLIP projects was developed and five categories were considered in the long-term plan. These included large interchange monuments, information hubs, medium and small monuments and signs, highway bridge enhancements such as antique-style lighting. Wendy Prakop, a chairman of the Advisory Green Council of O’Fallon, said prior to the council’s vote that she was unhappy about $150,000 being taken from environmental services to make visual improvements to the city.
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By Amy Armour Age is just a number for three St. Charles County seniors who will be honored later this month for their continued service and dedication to the community. The St. Andrew’s Resources for Seniors System will host its 10th annual AgelessRemarkable St. Louisans gala at 6 p.m. on Nov. 11 at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch. Dr. Norm Freiberger, 78, Dorothy Mahaffey Moore, 91, and Virginia Leitner, 97, will be honored with the St. Andrews Ageless Remarkable St. Louisans award. The St. Andrew’s Ageless Remarkable St. Louisans Award is bestowed upon the region’s most inspirational seniors who redefine age and make a dynamic difference in their communities. Moore, of Weldon Spring, has been affiliated with the boards of more than 35 organizations during her lifetime. Her volunteer work and philanthropy efforts are highlighted by her service on the advisory board of the Therapeutic Horsemanship Program and her time as the first president of the Eugene Field House Foundation. She serves on the board of the Animal Health Foundation and as president of the American Connemare Pony Society. “Dorothy Mahaffey Moore is an exemplary selection for this award,” said Mary Alice Ryan, president/CEO of St. Andrew’s Resources for Seniors System. “Dorothy has dedicated her life to strengthening individuals and organizations that enrich our community. At 91, Dorothy is still dedicating her time and talent to more than a dozen organizations.” After taking painting classes at the age
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The Timberland High School Varsity Coed Cheerleading Squad captured first place at the MCCA State Cheerleading Championships held at the Hearnes Center in Columbia on Oct. 20. The Wolves competed in the Small Varsity Coed Division against 19 other schools, and the theme of this year’s winning routine was “Fly.” Timberland’s Varsity squad lost 13 seniors to graduation this year, and with 10 sophomores on the team their coach is optimistic about the future. “This was supposed to be a rebuilding year for the program, but after almost seven months of hard work and dedication, these 24 incredible athletes delivered an amazing performance at State,” said Varsity Cheer Coach April Horst. “The talent and work ethic displayed by our squad members have been truly impressive.”
The members of this year’s Varsity Coed Cheerleading Squad are Megan Belyew, Olivia Beseda, Lauren Birkemeier, Renee Boschert, Carly Bush, Alexa Carmichael, Shelby Cosman, Chanel Dwellingham, Payton Guffey, Kaydee Harper, Kevin Hazel, Julie James, Collin Johnson, Maddie Koerner, Hannah McKenzie, Maddie Mueller, Kayla Nedved, Kaitlyn Ramage, Lauren Reading, Chloe Roden, Maddie Rybak, Sydney Sacks, Meredith Trapper, and Kami Wiegand. “To win state was like a dream come true,” said senior Captain Kaydee Harper. “I was jumping up and down with so much joy, screaming, and crying. I could hardly even breathe because my heart was racing so fast. It is such an honor to know that all of your hard work and dedication paid off.” Horst said, “This will definitely be one of their favorite high school memories.”
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4. Name something you have always wanted to do and why. I would love to go into space. As a child, I was captivated by the space program and that fascination is true today. I could not imagine a greater adventure than walking on another planet!
3. At the beach, would you rather play in the ocean, or in the sand? Why I would definitely play in the ocean! I learned to swim in the ocean and love the waves and salt water. Not to mention the fun swimming and boogie boarding!
2. If you had a time machine, what is something that you would want to see? That’s easy-the resurrection of Christ.
on a table. Then flapping my arms, I jumped off the table imitating a bird coming in for a landing. It must have been a sight because I received a big round of applause and tons of laughter. I felt absolutely foolish and silly but everyone else followed my lead. A good time was had by all.
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5. What is your most prized possession? My most prized possession is my grandfather’s ceremonial sword from the US Navy. He retired a commander, WWII veteran and career Naval Officer. I am the first of the 9 grandchildren and named after him. We shared a special bond. When my family would go to their house, that sword was always hanging over the fireplace. As a child, my granddad told me that he killed Japanese with it in WWII and that it was very sharp and I should never touch it. I never did. He passed when I was 18 and he left that sword to me in his will. After his funeral (with full military honors) I went over to the fireplace and took down the sword because I was curious about the sharpness of the blade. I removed the sword from the scabbard, and gently touched the edge of the blade. I was amused to find the blade to be quite dull, I don’t think it could cut butter and it appeared to have never been sharpened. I got a good laugh out of it. My granddad was still making me laugh with his “sea stories” even when he was gone. I like to think he smiled too.
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the retail center to Dardenne Town Square was a two year process that included many hours of meetings, brainstorming and planning. We had to build that bridge before any of the current Town Square stores would even consider coming here. So we made it happen! Wehrenberg Theatres was considering several locations for a new movie theatre. We really wanted them to choose Dardenne Prairie, and with the effort of the whole city we made it happen. We had a meeting scheduled with Wehrenberg executives at City Hall (when it was located in our little trailer, remember that?!) We made posters by hand and had people line the street holding posters “Honk if you want Wehrenberg”. The folks from Wehrenberg could not believe the outpouring of the City. They built their theatre in Dardenne Prairie!
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Pursuant to § 115.127, the City of Dardenne Prairie, Missouri gives notice that the opening filing date for the general election to be held on the 2nd day of April 2013 shall be on December 11, 2012. The offices to be filled are Mayor and one (1) Alderman for each of the three (3) wards. Filings shall be received by the City Clerk, during regular office hours, at City Hall 2032 Hanley Road in the City of Dardenne Prairie commencing at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 11, 2012. The closing date and time for filing shall be 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 15, 2013.
As you do your shopping for this season, please consider all of the fine businesses here in Dardenne Prairie. Not only do we have the “big name” retail stores, such as Target and JC Penney’s, but there are many small stores and restaurants that offer wonderful gift ideas and yummy food to add to your celebrations. Check our website under “Business Directory” for a complete list of local businesses.
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1. What is the goofiest thing you have ever done? I was asked to imitate an eagle in college. It was for an orientation for parents and students in our summer residential program at UC San Diego. Over 300 people were in the auditorium. Our fearless leader decided that it would be good if the staff did something silly, as an icebreaker. We drew slips of paper from a hat which had directions on it. Since I was the lead counselor, I was directed to go first. I drew the slip which read “imitate a bird.” So I imitated flying like a bird, made squawking noises and jumped
Frank Schoneboom joined the City of Dardenne Prairie in August. Frank was the City Administrator of Eldon, Missouri before joining us. He originally hails from San Diego, California where he earned a Master of Business Administration degree. His broad range of experience and training make him the perfect man for the job. In order to get some insight into the “real” Frank Schoneboom, we posed the following questions!
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Dardenne Prairie has worked hard over the last ten years, and it has paid off. We have built our beautiful City Hall! We have developed amazing new parks! Our downtown plans are starting to take shape! Life is good in Dardenne Prairie! And now the long discussed Page Extension (Route 364 upgrade) is under way and coming through our beloved City. When the Page Extension project is awarded, the contractor will design and build the road. This means that at this point in time, no one knows exactly what the end product will look like. Dardenne Prairie could benefit greatly from this road, with the proper access points, or we could lose accessibility, which could have a detrimental effect on future growth and development. We must do all in our power to make sure Dardenne Prairie does not lose cross access on any important streets. We must maintain easy access to our commercial and downtown areas. As a community, we must get the word out to those contractors who will be submitting proposals to MoDOT to design and build this road. I am calling on the community for your support so we can remain a vital and progressive City. We did it before and we can do it again. Building the bridge over highway I64/US40and bringing
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Francis Howell Iron Chef Challenge Francis Howell School District High School students will be putting their cooking skills to the test in the fourth annual Iron Chef Challenge. On Nov. 13, five students from each of the district’s high schools will plan, prepare, and serve a three-course menu all within two hours using only ingredients provided to them. Judges will then rate the students in eight categories before deciding who will take the gold medal. The Iron Chef Challenge will be from
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Highest ranking The Francis Howell Central (FHC) High School student-led newspaper, Central Focus, has received the highest ranking given by the Quill and Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Journalists, the George H. Gallup Award. The Central Focus is an award-winning student news publication produced at FHC, which originally began as a simple black and white newspaper and later developed into a 28 page color newsmagazine. The Central Focus began as a simple editorial and has evolved over 15 years of production into two successful scholastic press publications, which now includes fhctoday. com and the iFocus podcast. The George H. Gallup Award is the highest rating given for News Media Evaluation Service from Quill and Scroll. The News Media Evaluation provides a staff assessment, thorough analysis and rating of a school’s publication with constructive comments and suggestions for improvement from qualified evaluators. High schools and junior high schools enter their newspapers or newsmagazines for evaluations and ratings.
Teachers earn supplies Two Francis Howell School District teachers each earned a $1,000 worth of school supplies in October. Adam Corbitt, a fifth-grade teacher at Warren Elementary, and Terri Hastings, a kindergarten teacher at Becky-David Elementary, were recently surprised by AdoptA-Classroom and OfficeMax with a package of $1,000 worth of classroom resources and supplies on behalf of the nationwide event titled “A Day Made Better.” OfficeMax and Adopt-A-Classroom created “A Day Made Better” to support teachers across the nation who sometimes personally fund needed supplies for their classrooms. Adopt-A-Classroom invited the community into the classroom in support of teachers and their students. By adopting a classroom, donors form partnerships with
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Francis Howell softball comes away with third place at Class 4 Tournament By Jonathan Duncan At the outset of the 2012 softball season, virtually no one had the Francis Howell Vikings pegged to do anything beyond the Class 4 district playoffs. That notion was tossed out the window as the Vikings wound up its season faring better than many expected. Howell traveled to the Killian Complex in Springfield, Mo., Oct. 19 through Oct. 21 and came back to St. Charles County with a gratifying third place finish in the Missouri Class 4 Tournament. “We ended up taking third place in the state tournament and I think the way the girls handled losing early in the day (on Friday) and then coming back and winning later in the day was just a great testament to how they wanted to finish the season,” said Howell coach Steve Moorman. Howell, which finished the season at 21-9, got bumped into the third place game on the evening of Oct. 19 by the tough-luck of watching its state title hopes derailed by a tough Ozark team which defeated the Vikings 6-2 in the semifinal round earlier that day. Ozark jumped out to a four run lead in the first inning and led 5-0 in the third before the Vikings could plate a couple of runs in the fourth inning. Howell never got any closer the rest of the way as pitcher Payton Wilson took the loss for the Vikings. “After the rough start, we had to play catch up and to their credit they played well and we couldn’t quite catch them,” Moorman said. “I can’t take anything away from Ozark; they are a good program and showed why they belong there.” Later in the day, Howell had the chance to atone for the semifinal setback and the
Vikings made it count big-time for themselves in the third-place game against Suburban South power Eureka. Bolstered by hits from seven different players, the Viking erased the sting of the semifinal loss with a 4-2 win over Eureka in the Class 4 third place game and were able to feel some sense of satisfaction with their journey to Southwest Missouri. “I think for them to be able to have the opportunity to come back later in the day after a first game like that is a great format for the tournament,” Moorman said. Howell scored a run in the first inning and Eureka responded with a run in the second to tie it at 1-1. A Kierra Patton squeeze bunt brought home Mackenzie Friedly in the fifth inning to put Howell back ahead. Then Theresa DeCosty and Patton gave the Vikings some insurance in the seventh as DeCosty homered and Patton doubled in a run making it 4-1 cushion. “Kierra Patton squeezed home the goahead run to give us the lead and Theresa DeCosty got the big home run for us in the seventh and Kierra knocked in a run and those were big hits for us,” Moorman said. DeCosty led the Vikings at the plate with a .534 average while Friedly and Patton also swung big sticks as well hitting .422 and .416 respectively. Strong pitching from senior stalwart DeCosty, sophomore hurler Wilson, and junior Kayla Landwehrmier bolstered Howell. Wilson led the staff with a 13-6 mark. Moorman noted that the biggest challenge that faced the Vikings was getting the pitcher rotation stabilized.
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Healt h Capsu les National quality study gives St. Luke’s top rankings An independent study evaluating the performance of more than 4,500 U.S. hospitals on treatment of common conditions and procedures ranked St. Luke’s Hospital in Chesterfield the best in St. Louis for cardiac care and No. 1 in Missouri for neurosurgery, neurosciences, overall pulmonary services, critical care and gastrointestinal medical treatment. The quality rankings are included in “American Hospital Quality Outcomes 2013: Healthgrades Report to the Nation,” an analysis based on 2009-2011 Medicare records. Hospitals cannot opt out of the analysis, and no hospital pays to be rated. Lifting away diabetes Men who weight train on a regular basis may reduce their risk of type 2 diabetes by as much as 34 percent, according to a study by researchers at Harvard School of Public Health and the University of Southern Denmark. Combining weight training with aerobic exercise might reduce the risk by roughly 60 percent, researchers said. The study followed about 32,000 men from 1990-2008. Researchers looked at information on time the men spent each week on weight training and aerobic exercises and found that even a modest amount of weight training may help reduce type 2 diabetes risk. Those who trained less than an hour reduced their risk by 12 percent; those lifting between 60-149 minutes saw a 25 percent risk reduction; and men who lifted weights at least 150 minutes a week reduced their risk by 34 percent. Researchers found that a 59 percent reduction in type 2 diabetes risk resulted from 150 minutes of aerobics in addition to at least 150 minutes of weight training per week. More research is needed to learn whether the findings apply to women. AAP advocates for cheerleaders The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has given a shout out to coaches, parents and school officials to consider new guidelines aimed at preventing serious injury to cheerleaders. According to the AAP, over the past 25 years, cheerleading has accounted for 66 percent of all catastrophic injuries to high school female athletes, and the sport is among the highest risk for direct catastrophic injuries that can result in permanent brain injury, paralysis or death. Key recommendations include: • Cheerleading should be designated as a sport in all states, allowing for benefits such as qualified coaches, better access to medical care and injury surveillance. (Twenty-nine state high school athletic
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Diet-friendly recipes for an all-inclusive Thanksgiving 1 15-ounce can Libby’s 100 percent Pure Pumpkin 1 12-ounce can fat-free evaporated milk Low-fat or sugar-free whipped topping, if desired Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Spray a 9-inch round, glass pie pan with cooking spray. In a large mixing bowl, combine sugar, cinnamon, salt, ginger and cloves. Add eggs, pumpkin and evaporated milk and whisk together until smooth. Pour mixture into prepared pan and bake for 55-60 minutes or until set. Pie is done when a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Serve with whipped topping, if desired. Makes one pie, yielding 8 servings * For those needing sugar alternatives, substitute with sugar replacements recommended for cooking and baking, such as Splenda. By SUZANNE CORBETT Thanksgiving Day for many of us is a time to over-indulge in the pleasures of the table. It is a day on which most of us toss dietary cares aside, but due to health concerns such as diabetes or celiac disease, there are many people who cannot afford that luxury. Others are committed to specific diets that place restrictions on the foods they will eat. For the person hosting Thanksgiving dinner, those situations can pose a challenge. “When hosting Thanksgiving or any dinner, we need to be aware of the special needs people bring to the table,” said Roberta Duyff, author of the “American Dietetic Association Complete Food and Nutrition Guide.” It is important to know the food restrictions people have, whether they are for health or religious reasons. The host can begin by asking guests if there are any foods they cannot eat, then proceed by planning a menu that includes dishes everyone can enjoy. For example, the classic vegetable trio enjoyed by Native Americans – squash, beans and corn – fits perfectly into any Thanksgiving menu and fits also into the paleo (aka “caveman”) diet and into a lowfat diet, even offering the added benefit of dietary fiber. To satisfy guests on low-fat diets or those who are gluten-intolerant, roast the turkey un-stuffed, keeping dressing and gravy separate. For the vegetarian, try including an unusual vegetable casserole or unique rice dish. “There’s nothing wrong with mashed potatoes – just leave the skins on for extra fiber,” Duyff said. “The issue about potatoes is not to load them with a lot of butter and gravy.”
In fact, according to Duyff, preparing a Thanksgiving feast everyone can enjoy is simply a matter of how foods are prepared. “Simple changes, such as lightening up on the butter and gravy, or substituting healthier ingredients such as almonds for French-fried onion rings, or choosing lowfat cheeses, can make a big difference,” Duyff said. Thanksgiving brings family and friends around the table to celebrate the joys of the harvest and enjoy one another’s company. Being aware of everyone’s needs and adapting recipes accordingly will result in a satisfying meal that can be enjoyed by all. “My best advice: Don’t eat more than you need, and enjoy the conversation at the table,” Duyff said. “It’s time to be thankful for food and the people we share it with.” To fill out this year’s menu with a few healthier options that do not sacrifice traditional flavors, try one or more of the following recipes. Each is deigned to satisfy a variety of dietary restrictions. Libby’s crustless pumpkin pie Thanksgiving wouldn’t be Thanksgiving without the pumpkin pie. For decades, home cooks have depended on the timeless pumpkin pie recipe on the back of the Libby’s can. In an effort to address those on low-fat, low-sugar or gluten-free diets, Libby’s has taken its classic recipe and developed a no-crust version of its famous pie. Nonstick cooking spray 3/4 cup granulated sugar* 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 2 large eggs
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Bring your family to Trout Lodge this Thanksgiving and take time to celebrate the season together. With a turkey on every table and no dishes to clean up, you and your family can spend the holiday enjoying more than 40 memory-making activities, snuggling up around a campfire, and taking the opportunity to unwind and relax.
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Com mu n it y Event s THE MEADOWS The Lake Saint Louis Farmers & Artists Market will continue bringing the very finest in locally-produced goods to the market this winter on one Saturday a month beginning in November! Weather permitting the market will be open Nov. 17, Dec. 15, Jan. 12, Feb. 16 and March 16. For more information on the market visit www. lakestlouisfarmersandartistsmarket.com.
BABY BOOMER EXPO The inaugural KTRS Baby Boomer Expo will be held from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on Nov. 11, at the Ameristar Casino-Hotel-Spa in St. Charles. The Baby Boomer Expo provides a face-to-face opportunity for visitors to learn about the products and services that improve the quality of all aspects of their lives. More than 40 companies will exhibit. Music by the Henry’s Human band, appearances by KTRS on-air personalities and briefing sessions by experts in areas ranging from financial services, travel and remodeling will complement the exhibits and highlight the event. For more information, contact Mark Moser at (314) 453-5534 or markm@ktrs.com.
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ARTS & CRAFTS St. Charles Riverfront Arts will host a youth artist workshop series from 5:307:30 p.m. and an adult artist workshop series from 7:30-9:30 p.m. on Tuesday evenings beginning Nov. 13 at the St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre. Participants of either workshop can choose from a drawing or watercolor session led by professional artists and instructors. The workshop series is free and is first come, first served. For more information, call Lou Cariffe at 399-5345 or email lcariffe@sbcglobal.net.
MEETINGS “Sculpting a Secure Retirement” will be held from 8-9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 7, at Dardenne Prairie City Hall. To register, call 755-5308. ••• The St. Charles County Pachyderm Club’s regular meeting will be held from noon-1 p.m. on Fridays at the Golden Corral Restaurant, 1850 Zumbehl Road,
St. Charles. For more information, contact Bernie McCann at 544-5955. ••• The St. Peters Green Committee will host the Home Energy Efficiency Workshop which will be held from 7-8 p.m. on Wed., Nov. 14, at St. Peters City Hall. Participants will learn how to make their homes warmer and more energy efficient this winter. All St. Louis are residents are welcome to attend. For more information, call 970-1456. ••• The 15th annual Artists Holiday Boutique will be held from 8 a.m-4 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 9, at 606 Falling Brook Drive in O’Fallon. A portion of the event will benefit Turning Point, a center for Abused Women and Children. For more information, contact Gloria Falk at 561-0612. ••• The Friends of Our Lady’s Inn will host a wine and cheese gathering from 5-7p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 14, at Pizzazz Unique Gift Shop, 2432 Hwy. K in O’Fallon. Ten-percent of purchases made will benefit Our Lady’s Inn, which is a maternity shelter that serves pregnant women and their children. For more information, contact Betsy Beauparlant at 398-5375 or visit www.ourladysinn.org. ••• The Fort Zumwalt East 2013 Grad Night Committee will host its third annual Craft & Vendor Fair from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 10, at Fort Zumwalt East High School, 600 1st Executive Ave. in St. Peters. For more information, contact Melissa Veal at smldveal@netscape.net.
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SOPRANOS NEEDED The Saint Louis Chamber Chorus is seeking one or two sopranos to participate in its Christmas programs, as well as programs later in the season. The Saint Louis Chamber Chorus is one of the nation’s longest established independent choirs, specializing in music from recognized masters to neglected composers and emerging talents. Auditions for sopranos will be held on Monday evenings through early November in Ladue. For more information and to schedule an audition, call the Saint Louis Chamber Chorus office at 458-4343.
HEALTHY HAPPENINGS A new “Yoga 4 Teens and Tweens” class will be held from 6:30-8 p.m. on Tuesdays from Nov. 6 to Dec. 11, at St. Charles Community College. The cost is $65. For more information, call 922-8335 or visit www. stchas.edu/learnforlife. ••• Lake Saint Louis Parks & Recreation will host body composition screenings for women from 3:30-5 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 15, at Lake Saint Louis City Hall. The screening is free and preregistration is required. For more information, call 561-4620.
BLOOD DRIVE Morning Star Church will host a community blood drive from 3:30-7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 28, at the church, 1600 Feise Road in Dardenne Prairie. The Mississippi Regional Blood Center will be collecting the donations. Reservations are appreciated but not required. For more information, call 567-5680 or visit www.mscwired.org/blooddrive.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Make a mark on a St. Charles County Park by participating in two upcoming Trail Workdays at Matson Hill Park near Defiance. The Parks Department is seek ing volunteers to assist with the development and maintenance of parks’ trail system from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 10 and Saturday, Dec. 15. Bring a set of gloves, sturdy boots and safety glasses and help build our growing trail system. Matson Hill has nearly 10 miles of natural surface trail. It was recently voted the Area’s Best Hiking and Biking Destination. To register, email parks@ stccmo.org or call 949-7535. Lunch will be provided to all participants.
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CHARITY EVENT Crider Health Center is hosting its first Dining Out for Hope event on Thurs., Nov. 15, at various local restaurants. Funds raised by this event will help provide programs and services to the underserved communities of St. Charles, Lincoln, Warren and Franklin counties who are uninsured, underinsured, or receiving Medicaid benefits. For one night, Crider Health Center has partnered with locally-owned restaurants that have agreed to donate 10 percent of their sales to help provide services such as integrated healthcare, community supports, and school-based programming to individuals and families in the community who need it most. Several restaurants across the area have already made a commitment to participate, offering the community a wide variety of cuisine to choose from. Presently, nine restaurants, including The Brass Rail, Grappa Grill, Pantera’s Pizza, Rendezvous Café and Wine Bar, and Rib City in St. Charles County are confirmed to participate. Restaurants wishing to support this cause should call Sarah Javier at 332-8326 or Pam Imboden at 332-8327 for more information.
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TRIVIA NIGHT Wamhoff Financial Planning will host Just Because We Care Trivia Night beginning at 6 p.m., Nov. 17, at St. Charles Borromeo, 601 North Fourth St., in St. Charles. The event will feature a 10-round trivia event starting at 7 p.m. Tickets cost $25 per person or $200 for a table of eight and include complimentary draft beer, soda and water. All proceeds raised at the event will go to support Just Because We Care, a not for profit co-founded by Bob and Diane Wamhoff to serve children in a Honduran mountain town. Since its inception, the organization has received national attention for its wide-range of efforts. For more information on sponsor opportunities, contact Peggyann Mueller at 573-1226 orpmueller@wamhoff.com.
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(Regularly $12.99 - $19.99) Ends 11/30/12
Not valid with other specials or discounts. Expires 11/30/12.
(Coupons not excepted)
Kids Eat frEE (teriyaki chicken)
tuesdays & Wednesdays w/the purchase of 2 adult Entrees & 2 drinks. Not valid w/other offers or specials.
6101 Mid Rivers Mall Dr. • St. Peters • 636-922-7080 • Reservations Available
An American Traditional Restaurant
Steaks • Chicken • Seafood Pasta • Happy Hour Specials 4899 Mexico Rd. • St. Peters
1/2 mile West of Jungermann & Mexico Roads
636-244-4326 www.TheThreeFamiliesRestaurant.com
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Valid ID required. Not valid with other offers.
NOVEMbEr spEcial
Entrees from $9.99 - $14.99
NOW OPEN!
(up to $10.00)
Buy 3 Sushi Rolls Get 1 FREE Not valid with other specials or discounts. Expires 11/30/12.
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WE HAUL IT ALL Service 7 days. Debris, furniture, appliances, household trash, yard debris, railroad ties, fencing, decks. Garage & Basement Clean-up Neat, courteous, affordable rates. Call: 636-379-8062 or email: jandjhaul@aol.com
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May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us. St. Jude, Worker of Miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, Help of the Hopeless, pray for us. Say prayer nine times a day; by the 8th day prayer will be answered. Say it for nine days. Then publish. Your prayers will be answered. It has never been known to fail. Thank you, St. Jude. KW
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