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Numbers Games One of the things that has struck me, when I have gone on luxury cruise ships, is that most of the passengers look like they are older than the captain – and luxury cruise ships don’t have juveniles as captains. The reason for the elderly clientele is fairly simple: Most people don’t reach the point when they can afford to travel on luxury cruise ships until they have worked their way up the income ladder over a long period of years. The relationship between age and income is not hard to understand. It usually takes years to acquire the skills and experience that high-paying jobs require, or to build up a clientele for those in business or the professions. But those in the media and in politics who are currently up in arms, denouncing income inequalities, seldom mention age as a factor in those inequalities. The shrill rhetoric about differences in income proceeds as if they are talking about income inequalities between different classes of people. It would be hard to get the public all worked up over the fact that young people just starting out in their careers are not making nearly as much money as their parents or grandparents make. Differences in wealth between the young and the old are even greater than differences in income. Households headed by someone 65 years old and older have more than 15 times as much wealth as households headed by someone under 35 years of age. But these are not different classes of people, as so often insinuated in runaway political rhetoric. Everybody who is 65 years old was once under 35 years of age. And most people under 35 years of age will someday be 65 years old. Differences in age are just one of the reasons why the insinuations about income and wealth that are thrown around in the media and in politics are often remote from reality. While the rhetoric is about people, the statistics are almost invariably about abstract income brackets. It is easier and cheaper to collect statistics about income brackets than it is to follow actual flesh and blood people as they move massively from one income bracket to another over the years.

More important, statistical studies that follow particular individuals over the years often reach diametrically opposite conclusions from the conclusions reached by statistical studies that follow income brackets over the years. Currently, we are hearing a lot in the media and in politics about the “top 1 percent” of income earners who are supposedly getting an ever-increasing share of the nation’s income. That is absolutely true if you are talking about income brackets. It is totally untrue if you are talking about actual flesh and blood people. The Internal Revenue Service can follow individual people over the years because they can identify individuals from their Social Security numbers. During recent years, when “the top 1 percent” as an income category has been getting a growing share of the nation’s income, IRS data show that actual flesh and blood people who were in the top 1 percent in 1996 had their incomes go down – repeat, down – by a whopping 26 percent by 2005. How can both sets of statistics be true at the same time? Because most people who are in the top 1 percent in a given year do not stay in that bracket over the years. If we are being serious – as distinguished from being political – then our concern should be with what is happening to actual flesh and blood human beings, not what is happening to abstract income brackets. There is the same statistical problem when talking about “the poor” as there is when talking about “the rich.” A University of Michigan study showed that most of the working people who were in the bottom 20 percent of income earners in 1975 were also in the top 40 percent at some point by 1991. Only 5 percent of those in the bottom quintile in 1975 were still there in 1991, while 29 percent of them were now in the top quintile. People in the media and in politics choose statistics that seem to prove what they want to prove. But the rest of us should become aware of what games are being played with numbers.

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letters to the editor Wildwood Christmas memories To the Editor: I have just read the letter to the editor (West Newsmagazine, Nov. 2) from Don and Millie Jaeger regarding their wellknown Christmas display on Wild Horse Creek Road. I am sure there will be many responses thanking them for the years of pleasure they gave to many, many families over the years with their selfless outpouring of love at the Christmas season! We lived in the Wildwood area for 36-plus years, and when our boys were young, we went to the display (just a part of the season) and took friends and their children, then later took our grandson (now 17 years old). What a joy to see the expressions on their young faces when outside, the fun of Millie’s old, old toys inside and the tasty cookies from the neighbor lady – enjoyed by all. The outside displays put up by Don and his friends were a delight to all (and lots of work), and our family especially loved the American flag area, which showed youngsters a love for this country! Thank you, thank you, Don and Millie! Jean Vogel West County

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Newsmagazine, Oct. 26). Obviously, I don’t know if the article covered all the lessons of the Hunger Banquet exercise the gifted fourth graders did, but the end result seemed to be the kids determined that Third World countries need more schools, and the teachers patted them on the head in approval. Granted, it’s a complicated topic for such young students; however, we’re not doing them any favors by pretending all countries are the same but some just need more schools, roads or phone lines. These infrastructure improvements will help, but they are only a small part of the problem. The biggest problem with poor countries is their governments are kleptocracies. The government officials from the top down are politically corrupt and financially selfinterested. In these countries, it’s pointless to invest in a business because the government won’t protect you against thieves. It’s pointless to pay your phone bill because there’s no court to make you pay. There’s no point in setting up an import business because the customs officers will be the ones who benefit. There’s no point getting an education because jobs are not handed out on merit. The dysfunctional rules and institutions explain most of the gap between rich and poor countries, and that is what should have been taught at the Hunger Banquet. Will Jones Ballwin

detail shops and car washes would love to sell you a gift certificate or a book of gift certificates. Are you one of those extravagant givers who think nothing of plunking down the (money) on a Chinese-made flat-screen? Perhaps that grateful gift receiver would like his driveway sealed, or lawn mowed for the summer, or driveway plowed all winter, or games at the local golf course. There are a bazillion owner-run restaurants – all offering gift certificates. And, if your intended isn’t the fancy eatery sort, what about a half dozen breakfasts at the local breakfast joint? Remember, folks, this isn’t about big national chains – this is about supporting your hometown Americans with their financial lives on the line to keep their doors open. How many people couldn’t use an oil change for their car, truck or motorcycle, done at a shop run by the American working guy? ... Mom would love the services of a local cleaning lady for a day. My computer could use a tune-up, and I know I can find some young guy who is struggling to get his repair business up and running. OK – you were looking for something more personal. Local craftspeople spin their own wool and knit it into scarves. They make jewelry and pottery and beautiful wooden boxes. ...Honestly, people, do you really need to buy another 10 thousand Chinese lights for the house? When you buy a $5 string of lights, about 50 cents stays in the community. If you have those kinds of bucks to burn, leave the mailman, trash guy or babysitter a nice, big tip. You see, Christmas is no longer about draining American pockets so that China can build another glittering city. Christmas is now about caring about us, encouraging American small businesses to keep plugging away to follow their dreams. And when we care about other Americans, we care about our communities, and the benefits come back to us in ways we couldn’t imagine. This is the new American Christmas tradition. This is a revolution of caring about each other, and isn’t that what Christmas is about? Ruth Murphy Ballwin

To the Editor: I was behind in my reading, so this morning I finally took the time to read the last three issues of West Newsmagazine. I have been so saddened by the OWS Gifting outside the box (Occupy Wall Street) and its increasing To the Editor: violence, wondering how far down our As the holidays approach, the giant country will go before people wake up. Asian factories are kicking into high gear As I began reading the past issues, I saw to provide Americans with monstrous piles all the wonderful stories of people giving of cheaply produced goods – merchandise so much time and energy to help others I that has been produced at the expense of found renewed hope for our country. American labor. This year will be differWe are still a country with so much ent. This year, Americans will give the gift hidden good toward each other. Thank you of genuine concern for other Americans. for making this part of your magazine. We There is no longer an excuse that, at gift have the best country in the world and the giving time, nothing can be found that is best people, in spite of some who are full produced by American hands. Yes, there of greed and selfishness. Everyday people is! are the hard workers and givers that have It’s time to think outside the box, people. always made America the best! Who says a gift needs to fit in a shirt box, Carole Mayfield wrapped in Chinese-produced wrapping Wildwood paper? Everyone gets their hair cut. How about gift certificates from your local American hair salon or barber? Bigger problems Gym membership? It’s appropriate for To the Editor: those of all ages who are thinking about There was no Tea Party I was so disappointed to read the article some health improvement. To the Editor: “Rockwood fourth graders seek solutions to Who wouldn’t appreciate getting their An open letter to Derek Sage regarding global problems at Hunger Banquet” (West car detailed? Small, American-owned the Tea Party’s conspicuous absence while

President Bush was bailing out Wall Street (“Where was the Tea Party?” letter to the editor, West Newsmagazine, Nov. 2): The Tea Party movement originated from sending tea bags to the White House, etc., to protest TARP (Troubled Asset Relief Program). Jan. 24, 2009 is the earliest reference I can find with a brief online search. Perhaps that’s why the Tea Party seems to have ignored President Bush. And that’s why I don’t believe you when you say the Tea Party “rhetoric became downright nasty and racist…” I’ve been to four Tea Party meetings – two in St. Louis and two in Washington, Mo. I saw and heard none of it. I didn’t bother reading the rest of your letter. Lynn Goetz Ballwin To the Editor: Please allow me to respond to the Nov. 2 letter from Derek Sage, of Ballwin. Mr. Sage reminds me of a child on a playground just screaming accusations hoping that something will stick. He starts out questioning the racial tolerance of some Tea Party members. Why? This accusation is quite strong but absolutely no backing evidence is given. Next, he states most people question Tea Party members because of their conspicuous absence during some of the years President Bush had a deficit. Actually, the present-day Tea Party was not formed during most of the “examples” Mr. Sage states. … He keeps asking why there was no outrage when Republicans were causing this problem and that problem. There was no Tea Party then to complain! Another thing – you need to understand what the Tea Party is about. They care about taxes being too high, not everything the government does. Another thing. Mr. Sage cannot say enough times that he is a Republican. … He is no more a Republican than a tree in my yard. He also talks about how early he joined the Tea Party. … During most of the timeframes he states, there was no such thing as the modern-day Tea Party. I’ll bet the meetings were very lonely for him. He ends his letter by stating just how easy most of us are duped by politicians. Mr. Sage, maybe if you would leave your imaginary Tea Party meetings, you could see that everyday people are not quite the idiots you believe us to be. Claude Kurtz Manchester

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The trouble with being electable It has not been a good couple of weeks for the GOP field of presidential candidates, which means it has not been a good couple weeks for the GOP in general. Herman Cain is having trouble finding a woman he didn’t sexually harass, plus he publicly endorsed collective bargaining and apparently couldn’t find Libya on a map – much less recommend a viable policy regarding the troubled country. Rick Perry cannot remember a list with just three things on it, although he has shown an admirable sense of humor about his debate gaffe. Michele Bachmann is still Michele Bachmann. Those three former frontrunners have effectively removed themselves from the race. Mitt Romney, on the other hand, seems to be coated in Teflon. Every time the field starts shedding voters, they just slide right off the former Massachusetts governor and stick to, well, almost anybody else. Romney seems fairly intelligent, pretty articulate, mostly professional, and exceedingly boring. The only thing at which he excels is that he does seem to be extremely wellgroomed. Over a two-week period during which he should have sprinted away from

the field, Romney held fast to his current base and hardly convinced a single person to move his way. Then there are Newt Gingrich and Ron Paul. What in the world are we to make of those two? They are clearly, unequivocally the smartest guys in the room. Gingrich has hit more home runs in the debates than David Freese hit in the post-season. Paul is studied and value-based. They are both brilliant, both experienced, both qualified – but are they electable? That seems like such an odd question, given their respective qualifications. They certainly seem to be the most capable executives, the most intelligent men. But they might not be electable because they might be the worst politicians in the field. Perhaps it is time to repair this dichotomy of American leadership. We routinely profess in the polls a disdain for politicians but at the ballot box routinely support them. The presidency has become almost commoditized. It no longer is about what benefits there are to a product (candidate); instead, it is about buying at the lowest possible price so that all your friends buy it, too. Should we vote for the best candidate, or the candidate most likely to win?

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Oftentimes, those are mutually exclusive decisions. But that is also folly. It is a mistake to aim low. It is a mistake to elect the lesser of evils. The truth of keeping America exceptional must start with our own willingness to cast a vote for the best candidate, even if that person is not viewed as the most electable. Are Newt Gingrich and Ron Paul those people for the Republicans? It is too soon to tell for sure, but it certainly looks that way right now. It is, we would think, the responsibility of the GOP to nominate the person most likely to best serve the country. It is imperative in this election cycle that, as a nation, we choose to vote selfishly, to vote for our interests, regardless of how we believe our neighbors will vote. In this country, we have a fidelity to enlightened self-interest. We need to vote for the best candidates – whomever they may be – rather than voting against the worst candidate. We are an exceptional nation comprised of exceptional people, and we could do much better than making “electable” a positive reason to choose the leader of the free world.

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Police recently responded to a robbery at a Ballwin residence. According to Ballwin police, sometime between the hours of 7:45 a.m. and 2:45 p.m. on Nov. 9, foreign coins and a gold necklace were stolen from a residence in the 100 block of Oakbriar Farm Drive. The stolen property is valued at approximately $5,700.

CHESTERFIELD New industrial site approved Four new buildings will soon be constructed to form the Kramer Commerce Center in Chesterfield Valley. The Chesterfield City Council at its meeting on Nov. 7 gave final approval to a zoning change request that applies to 16.7 acres adjacent to Cambridge Engineering, 17825 Chesterfield Airport Road. A representative for the Kramer Commerce Center, George Stock of Stock & Associates Consulting Engineers, Inc., said one of the four buildings will house offices and the others will be used to complement the business activities of Cambridge Engineering, which manufactures industrial space heaters and fresh air units.

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Ellisville Elks spread the words The Ellisville Elks recently presented about 350 Merriam-Webster student dictionaries to third-grade students and teachers at Woerther, Pond, Ballwin, St. John Lutheran, and St. Clare of Assisi elementary schools. In five years of participating in the nationwide project, the Ellisville Elks have presented almost 1,600 to local thirdgrade students. The goal of the program representing third-grade is to assist all students in becoming good Pictured writers, active readers, creative thinkers classes at Woerther Elementary are and resourceful learners by providing (front row, from left) Chloe Cook, Phanisri Shaddarsanam and Parker Krudop and them with a personal dictionary. The dic- (back row) third-grade teacher Kim tionaries are a gift to each student to use Wilhelm and Elks Esquire/Dictionary at school and at home for years to come. Project Leader Don Benjamin. The program is funded by a grant obtained through the Elks National Foundation. move the dumpster. In that case, the violator will be charged with the cost of fixing the problem and could be subject to a fine of as much as $1,000 and imprisonment in the city jail for as many as three months.

TOWN & COUNTRY Trotting for trees The city of Town & Country is offering residents a chance to work off some of that Thanksgiving dinner while helping improve an area park. The Town & Country Turkey Trot for Trees, a family fun run/walk, will be held at 9 a.m. (5K run/walk) and 10 a.m. (1/2mile fun run for kids) on Fri., Nov. 25 at Longview Farm Park, 13525 Clayton Road. The race-day registration fee is $30 for the run/walk and $15 for the kids’ fun run and includes a T-shirt, while supplies last. Proceeds will be used to help reestablish the woodland understory at Longview Farm Park. Participants should arrive at the park 30 minutes before their event.

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A representative of the owners of Chesterfield Mall addresses the Chesterfield City Council concerning plans for an upscale outlet mall in Chesterfield Valley. Michael Lebovitz said the outlet mall would duplicate many of the retailers at Chesterfield Mall.

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Chesterfield Mall owners take stand against outlet mall plans By MARCIA GUCKES A simple first reading of a bill at the Chesterfield City Council meeting on Nov. 7 resulted in controversy over plans for an outlet mall in Chesterfield Valley. The bill was a modification to a zoning change requested by the developers of Chesterfield Outlets. Taubman Centers and Outlet Partners plan to build an upscale outlet mall on the north side of I-64 between the Hardee’s Ice Complex and Boone’s Crossing. The firm that owns Chesterfield Mall was the first to voice objection. Michael Lebovitz, executive vice president of CBL & Associates, told the city council that an outlet mall with many of the same retailers doing business at Chesterfield Mall and built just two miles from Chesterfield Mall was not in compliance with the city’s master plan. “I would urge the council to consider the impact that this new center would have on Chesterfield Mall and other Chesterfield retailers,” Lebovitz said. Lebovitz asked the council also to conduct an independent market analysis to determine if the area could support another retail center. “Another issue that most certainly will be presented to this council is the issue of public incentives. The coun-

cil should not approve public incentives when they are requested for this project,” Lebovitz said. Also weighing in on the matter was an attorney who has worked on zoning changes for a competing upscale outlet mall. That mall, recently renamed St. Louis Premium Outlets from the original name of Spirit of St. Louis Outlets, is proposed for 55 acres located just east of the Daniel Boone Bridge on I-64. Attorney George King said road reconstruction required for St. Louis Premium Outlets was approved by the Federal Highway Administration and the Missouri Department of Transportation a number of years ago. He reminded the council that any other outlet mall would have to get the same approval. Chesterfield Mayor Bruce Geiger assured King that when the city gets site plans from Chesterfield Outlets, all the highway departments would be notified. Geiger responded also to Lebovitz, saying that he thought the outlet mall would fill a niche that will bring more business to Chesterfield. The first reading of the bill was approved by the council in a 7-to-1 vote. The dissenting vote came from Barry Flachsbart (Ward 1), who raised issues with the unlimited hours of operation and the number of uses

for the land that would be allowed by the zoning change. “The petitioner has brought forward a plan for an upscale outlet mall, yet there are so many uses listed,” Flachsbart said. “Are we rezoning for an outlet mall or just for any old thing?” Flachsbart agreed to a motion to direct the city staff to work with the petitioner and bring the council an amendment that addressed his concerns. A new addition to this battle of the outlet malls was announced about a week after the Chesterfield City Council’s most recent meeting. On Nov. 15, a news release published by one of the current owners of the St. Louis Mills outlet mall in Hazelwood stated that it had signed a letter of intent to own 60 percent of the proposed St. Louis Premium Outlets. The news released from the Simon Property Group, of Indianapolis, said the company is joining the original group of developers comprised of Woodmont Outlets, of Fort Worth, Texas; EWB Development, of Vermont; Adams & Associates Architecture, of Mooresville, N.C.; and Chesterfield Blue Valley, of St. Louis. The second reading of the Chesterfield Outlets zoning request should come at the city council’s meeting on Nov. 21, after West Newsmagazine press time.

By MARCIA GUCKES Chesterfield police have made 33 arrests and issued 125 verbal warnings at sobriety checkpoints since implementing them in September 2010, according to Chesterfield Chief of Police Ray Johnson. The most recent checkpoint, which was conducted on Nov. 4, netted only one DWI arrest, which was made shortly after the checkpoint was shut down, Johnson said. But, he said, information about the checkpoint and its location was all over the social networks. One officer reported that a motorist told him that an announcement about the checkpoint had been made at the bar where he had been. “The word gets out and that’s OK, as long as we’re keeping them off the street. That’s our goal,” Johnson said. Johnson updated Chesterfield city leaders on the sobriety checkpoints at the city council meeting on Nov. 7. He said that 16 of the 33 arrests were for driving while intoxicated (DWI) and 17 were for other infractions. The 125 verbal warnings were issued for minor violations, such as not having an insurance card. The chief told the council that the addition of the checkpoints does not mean that Chesterfield has any greater problem than other areas. “The sobriety checkpoints, as we see them, are really a combination of prevention and enforcement,” Johnson said. “We do have impaired motorists out there, and our efforts are to remove those impaired drivers from our streets and keep our streets safe.” According to Johnson, the Chesterfield Police Department has averaged 120 to 150 DWI arrests each year since the department was established. More recently, that number has increased to 150 to 170 per year. “I’m pleased to say that this year we’re on track to give about 190 or greater DWI arrests,” Johnson said. “That’s not something to be proud of, I guess, other than the fact that we recognize the fact that they’re out there and we’re making every effort now to remove them from the streets.” Johnson said the police had not used checkpoints before September 2010 because they require eight to 12 officers and there was no city funding for that kind of labor-intensive staffing. Now, however, the police are getting funding from the Missouri Department of Transportation to conduct four checkpoints this year and another four next year. Johnson said the police have a goal of limiting each checkpoint stop to 45 seconds and never to exceed two minutes. “We’re very sensitive to the inconvenience we might cause to the motoring public,” Johnson said. “If we encounter a backup of vehicles, we immediately cease the operation until we clear those vehicles out.”

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By TED DIXON JR. Two of the suspects wanted in connection with last month’s thefts of nine vehicles from the Royal Gate Dodge dealership in Ellisville have been arrested, and all of the stolen vehicles have been recovered. The vehicles were stolen during the early morning hours of Oct. 26 from Royal Gate Dodge, located at 15502 Manchester Road. Ellisville Police Sgt. Nancy Walker said two suspects believed to be involved with the thefts were arrested at about 1:30 a.m. on Nov. 4, and St. Louis City police notified the Ellisville Police Department of the arrests. Walker said one of the suspects was brought back to Ellisville where he was interviewed and released, pending charges. The other suspect remains in jail in the

city of St. Louis because he is being investigated in connection with crimes committed in the city, Walker said. Charges against that suspect also are pending. Police have not released the name of either suspect. Walker said all nine of the stolen vehicles have been recovered, and most have been returned to Royal Gate Dodge. None of the cars were stripped for parts, and most of the cars were recovered with minimal damage. “They were stealing them and just driving around,” Walker said. Ellisville police had earlier obtained video surveillance of the thefts and said they were searching for four suspects. Walker said police still hope to arrest other suspects involved in the thefts.

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Former Ballwin Mayor and City Attorney Robert C. Jones, Jr. By BETSY ZATKULAK Former Ballwin Mayor and City Attorney Robert C. Jones, Jr. passed away on Sun., Nov. 6, following a battle with cancer. He was 78. A life-long resident of Ballwin until moving in 1981 to Crestwood, Jones served as Ballwin’s municipal court judge from 1963 to 1965 and as Ballwin’s mayor from 1965-1971. For 54 years, he served the city of Sunset Hills as city attorney. “Bob was a tremendous asset to Ballwin and the surrounding community,” Ballwin Mayor Tim Pogue said. “His service and guidance has helped Ballwin develop into a great community. He will be missed and definitely remembered.” Jones’ son, current Ballwin City Attorney Robert E. Jones – who also served as a mayor of Ballwin (1999-2005) and as

Ballwin’s municipal court judge (19971999) – remembers his father as an honorable and compassionate man. “I had the great fortune to work with my father for over Former Ballwin Mayor 26 years,” he said. and City Attorney “He was a respected Robert C. Jones, Jr. attorney and an honorable man. He showed me the benefits of hard work and respect for others. “He influenced many people, and I will miss him very much.” In addition to his son, Robert, Jones is survived by his wife, Susan Jones; sons Thomas C. Jones and Jonathan P. Jones; daughters Ariel S. Simmons and Kris S. Simmons; and four grandchildren.

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High-end subdivision gets go-ahead in Manchester By CASEY GODWIN A new subdivision featuring halfmillion-dollar homes will be coming to Manchester next year. The Manchester Board of Aldermen at its meeting on Nov. 7 approved legislation moving forward the new Tuscan Valley Creek subdivision. The project, which includes eight homes on 4.15 acres of land at 740 Sulphur Spring Road, was pushed through quickly but not without concerns. Developer CJM Investment, LLC requested four pieces of emergency legislation covering a subdivision plat, escrow agreement, cash deposit agreement and maintenance agreement to be voted on in order to beat winter weather. “If we don’t get it done, it could be March or April before we could even build a house,” Mike Lawless, of CJM Investment, said at the meeting. Lawless said the emergency legislation was needed to be able to pour concrete at the neighborhood entrance prior to winter so that homes could be built by spring, when the housing market normally picks up. Bryan Ziegler, a resident who lives adjacent to the development, raised concerns that the homes would not sell in the current economy. The Tuscan Valley Creek subdivision will feature two-story and ranchstyle homes in the price range of $400,000 to $550,000. Ziegler said the adjacent

neighborhoods have single-story houses in the $200,000 price range. “I am asking you to delay your decision on this project and do your homework as elected officials,” Ziegler said. “Consider whether or not these houses looking over a creek and drainage culvert are really going to sell.” Ziegler asked the board of aldermen to speak to neighbors of the project to get their reaction to the development. Aldermen John Diehl and John Schrader, both of Ward 3 where the subdivision is to be built, said they have met with neighbors and have not heard any opposition to the subdivision. Lawless said he had met also with neighbors and the few concerns he heard already have been addressed. Lawless said he expects there to be a demand for the homes, as Tuscan Valley Creek will be the first single-family subdivision built in the area in six years. Alderwoman Marilyn Ottenad (Ward 2) said she was concerned that future homeowners would have to acquire flood insurance because the homes were being built on a flood plain. A project engineer with CJM said the development is in an area that is higher than the 100-year flood plain. The board after discussion approved all four bills unanimously. Work on the project is expected to being immediately.

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Spreading Halloween spirit Whitfield’s Community Service Club spearheaded a Halloween costume drive during the month of October and collected more than 70 new and gently used costumes for children in Kingdom House. Whitfield students and Kingdom House staff then co-hosted a Halloween party. Activities included face-painting and pumpkin decorating. Patrick McNulty, owner of Houlihan Gardens and Whitfield’s gardener, donated more than 100 pumpkins for the event. “Whitfield continues to increase its involvement with Kingdom House in impactful, meaningful ways,” Kenneth J. Pruitt, coordinator of Volunteer Mission

At the invitation of first lady Michelle Obama, Rockwood School District staff members visited the White House in celebration of the district’s ongoing efforts to create healthier school environments for students. The event honored school districts from across the country that achieved the HealthierUS School Challenge. In 2011, 13 Rockwood elementary schools became the first schools in Missouri to achieve this distinction. “It’s wonderful to receive support and recognition from the first lady for our efforts to teach students about proper nutrition and introduce them to healthy foods,” Rockwood Director of Child Nutrition Services Carmen Fischer said. “This award highlights Rockwood’s attention and commitment toward creating healthy habits in our children.” In addition to Fischer, Kristin Davis,

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Paying homage to veterans Students across the Parkway and Rockwood School Districts honored America’s service men and women in celebration of Veterans Day. From classroom lessons to ceremonies, musical performances and breakfasts, students found ways to thank veterans for their service. La Salle Springs Middle students honor veterans during an assembly.

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district had to add 16 new teachers and eight aides at a cost of $1.17 million. Meanwhile it lost $1.6 million in tuition. However, at the board meeting last January where the free, full-day kindergarten was approved, Parkway’s Chief Financial Officer Wes Garton said the money would be made up by re-allocating some resources and in saving almost $560,000 resulting from eliminating mid-day kindergarten bus runs. There now are 70 full-day kindergarten classrooms in Parkway schools serving 1,129 students.

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Parkway to host Board Candidate Information Night Filing for candidacy for the Parkway Board of Education in the April 2012 election begins at 8 a.m. on Tues., Dec. 13 and closes on Tues., Jan. 17, 2012. A meeting to provide potential board candidates with information about board candidacy and responsibilities will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Tues., Nov. 29 at the Parkway Administration Building, 455 N. Woods Mill Road. Attendees will receive infor-

mation about filing requirements, board members’ roles and responsibilities, time commitments, board structure, and current issues the Parkway Board of Education is addressing. Attendees will have the opportunity also to meet other school board members and district administrators. For additional information, call Judy Suhs (314) 415-8002.

Rockwood to conduct public interviews to fill school board vacancy Interviews to fill a vacancy on the Rockwood School District Board of Education will be open to the public. The school board at 6 p.m. on Mon., Nov. 28 will interview candidates for the school board director’s position from which Matthew Fitzpatrick recently resigned. Interviews will be held at Crestview Middle School, located at 10625 Clayton Road in Ellisville.

Potential candidates must be citizens of the United States, residents of the Rockwood School District, residents of Missouri for at least one year preceding the appointment, and at least 24 years of age. The appointed member would serve until the April 2012 election. Board members plan to administer the oath of office to the new board member on Dec. 1.

Parkway opens unique virtual art gallery By MARCIA GUCKES Parkway School District has “virtually” taken student art from the walls of its schools’ hallways and classrooms and placed the pieces in a unique gallery that anyone may view anywhere and any time. “The overall goal for the Parkway Online Art Gallery is to share the breadth and depth of the Parkway art program with Parkway residents, students and all interested in art,” Parkway’s Fine Arts Coordinator Cassandra Collins said. Parkway’s Online Virtual Art Gallery opened this year with pieces from last spring’s All District Art Show and has been expanding to include art created by students this fall. The virtual gallery also serves a broader purpose than just a new way to view student art; Collins said it will be an instructional and inspirational resource for students. “Students will be able to compare, analyze and critique art from other schools and use the gallery for inspiration,” Collins said. “Students can see the type of work done in art classes, which may help with elective course selection at the secondary level.” Teachers will use the gallery as an additional teaching tool. “Teachers will be able to pull images for examples for their students, and it will serve as a way of sharing methods, techniques and project ideas,” Collins said. Parkway is one of a few school districts nationwide that has a virtual art gallery,

The Parkway Online Art Gallery features works from students at schools throughout the district. Users can sort the works by school, grade level or media.

and its gallery takes the ease of viewing a step further than most. According to Collins, “The ability to see art across the district in one location and to be able to sort art into levels, schools, or media is a unique feature of the Parkway virtual art gallery.” Gallery visitors can look at art from a particular school and then select a particular grade or can look at a particular type of art. Collins said the district’s art teachers choose which works of art are exhibited in the virtual gallery. “Parkway art teachers determine the pieces to display that best represent their art projects from each grade or course,” Collins said. The Parkway Online Virtual Art Gallery can be viewed at parkwayart.net.

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High school boys’ swimming The Lafayette Lancers dominated the recent Suburban West Conference meet they hosted by winning eight out of the 12 events. The Lancers have won every conference meet since 1984, with the exception of 2007, when Marquette won. Lucas Bruder won two events and set personal best times in both. Bruder won the 100 breast in 59.52 seconds and the 50 free in 22.06. Lafayette won the 200 medley relay with

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High school boys’ cross country In Class 4 boys, Marquette sophomore Noah Kauppila finished fourth in 16:15.68. Eureka finished seventh with 180 points followed by Marquette, ninth with 190; Parkway West, 10th with 218; and DeSmet, 13th with 285. Other Marquette finishes and times were: 56. Adam Roderique, 17:11.95; 5. Dan Lasker, 17:16.26; 70. Grant Dolan, 17:18.67; 114. Jeff Orf, 7:50.11; 137. Logan Jardine, 18:03.59; and 154. Ryan Lehr, 18:29.02. The Eureka finishes and times were: 6. Ethan Lambert, 16:37.34; 8. Cade Netscher, 16:47.99; 53. Tyler Beaman, 17:11.46; 92. Ben Perry, 17:33.23; 109. Cameron Schmitz, 17:46.25; 145. Jeff Ernst, 18:11.73; 156. Steven Rettenmeier, 18:31.19. Parkway West results were: 17. Steven Shearman, 16:37.99; 57. Kevin Koboldt, 17:11.95; 58. Chris Carter, 17:13.31; 99. Brett Dubuque, 17:35.30; 127. Cody Moore, 17:59.46; 150. Andrew Kuehnle, 18:17.41; and 165. Alex Poppen, 18:56.54. DeSmet finishes and times were: 61. Nick Martini, 17:14.08; 78. Austin Del Rosso, 17:22.56; 90. Matthew O’Connor, 17:32.31; 112. Collin Sullivan, 17:48.22; 132. John Waller, 18:01.37; 46. Stephen Plassmeyer, 18:12.64; 161. Michael Callahan, 18:36.23. Other local individuals finishes and times were: 5. Eric Sivill, Parkway Central, 16:36.21; 24. Derek Legenzoff, Lafayette, 16:45.91; 8. Dan Silver, Parkway Central, 17:18.05; 69; Brian Krumrey, Parkway Central, 17:18.59; 75. Patrick Andrew, Parkway South, 17:20.97; 85. Brian Myers, Parkway Central, 17:27.45; 95. Jordan West, Lafayette, 17:34.13; 101. Derek Albright, Lafayette, 17:36.39; 129. Jake Helt, CBC, 17:59.99; 130. Brian Leightner, Chaminade, 18:00.29; and 81. Clayton Gwinnup, MICDS, 18:34.26. ••• In Class 3, the MICDS Rams finished third with 113 points. The MICDS finishes and times were: 4. Amos Bartelsmeyer, 16:48.97; 27. Peter Condie, 17:43.42; 7. Chris Noda, 17:57.64; 41. Josh Zoeller, 17:59.61; 6. Steven Frank, 18:30.53; and 118. Matthew Myer, 19:03.95. Other local individual finishes and times were: 55. Reagan Dykhouse, Westminster Christian Academy, 18:11.62. ••• In Class 2, the Whitfield Warriors finished 14th as a team with 293 points. Whitfield finishes and times were: 33. Eric Engel, 18:21.86; 87. Nate Gelber, 19:09.82; 124. Nate Noss, 19:43.30; 129. Jared Klutke, 19:47.71; 130. Pat McLaughlin, 19:48.89; 135. Henry Baer, 19:55.27; 136. David Lindburg, Whitfield, 19:57.38.

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amazing match. Stephanie Campbell and Madison Jones came up big time and time again. Marilyn Dick had very timely kills throughout the tournament. “Melanie Crow stepped in to set, block and hit when needed, and Jackie Scott filled in for Campbell in the back row and made good pass after good pass and good dig after good dig. Finally, Kenzie Henning, Grace Kiely and Lindsey Pecoraro were rock solid defensively. We could not have asked for more than those three gave us on defense.” For many reasons, this group of girls was special, their coach said. “An amazing group of girls from top to bottom. I have been very blessed to have had one great group after another,” Burkard said. “This team is just another example of what great kids and parents we have in our program. They were rewarded for all of their hard work with the ultimate prize.” Three seniors – Finder, Dick and Kiely – will graduate. However, the cupboard will not be bare. Johnson, Maggie Scott, Jackie Scott, Crow, Jones, Campbell, Pecoraro and Henning all return. “All of these girls were starters at one time,” Burkard said. “Melanie sat out much of the season due to injury, and Kenzie did not get into the regular rotation until about halfway through the season. Maggie Scott ran a 5-2 with Finder, and Pecoraro spent about half the season as our libero.” The victory by the Lancers was not too surprising. Burkard said he did have some insight on how it would all turn out. “My daughter (Jennifer) is slightly psychic and after last year’s loss to St. Joe in sectionals, she said she knew that this year was our year,” Burkard said. “I’ve learned to trust in her intuitions.”

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BY SUZANNE CORBETT The traditional leftover turkey sandwich built on a dollar roll and spread with cranberry sauce is the time-honored solution for leftover turkey, but after a day or two, sandwiches get old fast. Thankfully, leftover turkey is one of the most versatile meats on the planet. Turkey can be stirred into soups, tossed into pastas or salads or used as the key ingredient in countless entrée casseroles. “You can never have enough turkey leftovers,” Adrienne Richards, spokesperson for the National Turkey Federation, said. “There’s so much you can do with leftover turkey you may want to plan on making a bigger Thanksgiving turkey just to make sure you’ll have enough leftovers to enjoy.” To ensure that leftover turkey stays fresh for future recipes, it must be properly stored. Never leave the turkey whole or stuffed. Leftover turkey should be carved from the bone, and any stuffing should be removed and stored separately. Do not leave the turkey on the buffet table for hours. Leftovers should be refrigerated or frozen within two hours of cooking. Cooked turkey stays nicely for about three to four days; frozen turkey in heavy-duty freezer bags will last up to three to four months. Once you have had your share of the venerable turkey sandwich, give one of the following recipes a try, compliments of the National Turkey Federation. Each are made in 30 minutes or less – perfect for the busy holiday season.

Heat oil in a medium saucepan. Add onion, celery and carrot and cook, stirring, Easy Cheesy Turkey Enchiladas for about 5 minutes over medium heat Thai Turkey Salad 1 cup light sour cream until the vegetables begin to soften. Add 1 cup light ranch dressing chicken broth, thyme, red bell pepper and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese 1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce 1 pound (4 cups) cooked turkey, cubed diced turkey. Allow it to come to a simmer. Salt and pepper to taste 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger 10 (8-inch) tortillas In a saucepan, melt butter and whisk in 1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce 8 ounces shredded Monterey Jack flour. Cook for a few minutes, and slowly Melt 1/2 cup butter in saucepan; blend 10-ounce mixed salad greens, chilled stir in milk, stirring almost constantly, until in flour, and season with salt and pepper. cheese 2 cups cooked turkey, cubed or cut into it thickens. Adjust seasoning with salt and Cook over low heat until bubbling. Slowly strips 1 pint salsa pepper, and add into turkey mixture. 2 tomatoes, seeded and diced stir in broth and milk, stirring constantly 1 mango, peeled and cut into cubes (fresh Makes about 6 cups 1 small bunch red-leaf lettuce, thinly until sauce thickens. Season to taste, and or canned) sliced set aside. In a mixing bowl, lightly toss 1 cup red pepper, seeded and chopped Scalloped Turkey bread, onion, celery, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 3/4 cup sliced green onions Heat oven to 375 degrees. In a small 3 to 4 cups cooked turkey sage and 1/4 cup melted butter; arrange in 1/4 cup lightly salted roasted peanuts, bowl, mix sour cream and ranch dressing, 1 stick butter (4 ounces) lightly buttered 2-quart casserole baking coarsely chopped and divide into two bowls. Mix turkey into 1/2 cup flour dish. Top with chicken, then cover with half the sour cream mixture. With the other 1 1/4 cups chicken broth sauce and mushrooms. Mix well with fork In a microwave-safe bowl, combine half, spread a tablespoon on each tortilla, 1 cup milk to moisten the dressing. Sprinkle Parmesan yogurt, peanut butter, brown sugar, soy top with 1/2 cup turkey mixture, 2 table2 cups toasted bread cubes (leftover cheese over top. Bake for about 1 hour at sauce, ginger and hot sauce. Loosely cover with plastic wrap and microwave at 50-perspoons cheese and 2 tablespoons salsa. stuffing mix cubes can be used) 350 degrees. cent power for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes or until Roll up tortillas, and place seam side down 2 small onions, chopped Serves 4 to 6 in a greased 13-by-9 baking dish. Bake 1/2 cup chopped celery brown sugar dissolves. Cool dressing. In a large bowl, combine chilled greens, turkey, covered for 25 to 30 minutes. To serve, top 1/2 teaspoon salt Thai Turkey Salad with diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce and mango, bell pepper and onion. Toss with 1 teaspoon sage, crumbled 1/4 cup plain nonfat yogurt any remaining salsa and sour cream. dressing, and sprinkle with peanuts. 1/4 cup butter (2 ounces) 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter Makes 8 servings 1 cup thinly sliced mushrooms 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar

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West County Swing Dance Club meets from 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. every Tuesday at the Moolah Shrine Center (12545 Fee Fee Road). The not-for-profit social group hosts more than 350 dancers each week, offering basic to advanced swing dance lessons before the dance at 7 p.m. For details, visit wcsdc.com. ••• Lunch and Bingo is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wed., Nov. 16 and on Wed., Dec. 7 at The Pointe at Ballwin Commons. Lunch, dessert, coffee, bingo and prizes are featured. The cost is $6 per person. Preregister online at ballwin.mo.us or at The Pointe. Call Hayley McGuire at 207-2357.

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topped with a red wine bordelaise sauce. Whisky Glazed Salmon is another chef specialty swiftly becoming a customer favorite. Each entrée is served with a choice of two sides, such as creamy macaroni and cheese, waffle fries, garlic mashed potatoes or sautéed fresh mushrooms. Even side salads are given extra attention, using premium greens and tossed in homemade dressing. Meat-lovers should consider the Alibi signature burger, simply called The Alibi, an oversized, 1-pound burger, stuffed with cheese, bacon, onion and garlic before being grilled, then topped with a fried egg, sliced bacon, cheese and chipotle mayo. Alibi’s menu is available any time, except for entrees, which are served after 4 p.m., and breakfast, served only from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. “Our top seller at breakfast is the Eggs Benedict,” Armstrong said. “We even take the time to make our own sausage gravy.” Eggs and bacon in various combinations are available, along with the three-egg omelet, a 1-pound breakfast burrito and The Slinger (potatoes, two eggs, a burger smothered in chili, onions and cheese). Or to satisfy a sweet tooth, Alibi’s French Toast New Orleans Style is made Alibi 25 owner Brian Armstrong with his famous 1-pound with sourdough bread and sauced with an apple pecan burger, The Alibi. praline sauce. In addition to in-house dining, catering is available for any holidays or occasions. Alibi 25 also will be open Thanksgiving and Christmas “We’ll cater whatever type of party you want,” Arm- for families looking for a place to gather. strong said. “You name it, and we’ll do it and bring it to “Alibi 25 is a place to get away to and enjoy – no matter you.” the day or the time of the year,” Armstrong said.

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A preferred home care choice since 1987. College degreed professionals provide care/companionship. Why accept less? Competitively priced options. Care managers and clinical staff available. Bonded & insured. AAA screened. Call Gretchen at StaffLink (314) 477-3434 www. Stafflinkusa.com

TWo ladies & a BuCKeT Two Are Better Than One! Deep and Thorough Cleaning Service Please Contact Susie Duncan at 314-229-1736 www.twoandabucket.com.

Affordable Accounting, Tax, Payroll & Guidance Solutions

Call Tom at 314-448-4264 tom@tomdunncpa.com

KEEPING IT CLEAN Quality Work

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Assisted Care

CLEAN AS A WHISTLE Home Helpers is your #1 source affordable, dependable care by compassionate caregivers. ♥ Senior Adults ♥ Recuperative Care ♥ Alzheimer’s / Dementia Care ♥ Bathing/Personal Care ♥ Transportation ♥ Meal Preparation ♥ Housekeeping ♥ On Call 24/7 Insured/Bonded & Carefully Screened West County 636-391-0000 www.homehelpersstl.com

Weekly • Bi-Weekly • Monthly Move in & Move Out $10 OFF

New Clients

AFFORDABLE PRICING

Family Owned & Operated

Your Satisfaction is Our Goal Insured & Bonded Call 314-426-3838

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Cash Paid On The Spot Call Sam 314-302-2008

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Computer Services CHaMBers CoMPuTer -

Complete Certified Computer Repair. On site repair, FREE Pick-up & Delivery. Only $59 per hour. Call Mike today at 636- 220-2395. www.chamberscomputers.com.

Computer Services Serving St. louis & St. charles co www.stlpcguy.com

call Mike at 636-675-7641

Service at your home or office for: • PC problems or set-up • PC won't start or connect

•Spyware •Adware •Virus Removal •Hardware •Software Upgrades

$30 diagnostic charge only for first ½ hour Day, evening and weekend appointments available.

Specializing in Home Offices and Small Businesses. County Computer Consulting LLC, can support your computers and networks. Call Ray for more information at 636-391-3853 or www. CCC-LLC.BIZ.

Electric The Fan guy - Trained & experienced tradesman available for light electrical services: ceiling fans, installation & repairs, new outlets/switches, attic fans/ lighting. Fair, dependable & honest. Call Paul 636-734-8402.

Estate Sale sale: nov. 25-27, 8am-4pm at 703 Long Rd. Crossing Drive 314-565-7700. NEW designer furniture including fainting couch, buffet, 4-poster king size bed, library desk and 'NEaRLy NEW' bedroom set, wing chair, side chairs from riverfront apt. also lamps, rugs, accessories, artwork, kitchen & closet accessories; motorcyle (incl. Harley) apparel including mens leather jackets plus misc. items.

Flooring WOOD FLOOR REFINISHING Add instant equity to your home Professional Floors of St. Louis 25 year old fully insured company serving entire metro community Sanding, refinishing, repairs, new installation, most manufacturers available. Free estimates 314-843-4348 profloorstl.com Ken Wood Flooring New Quality Hardwood Flooring & Expert Installation Hardwood • Laminate

Light Carpentry • 20+ yrs. Experience

Fully Insured • References May qualify for up to 1 yr. 0% Financing on materials! FREE Estimates Call Ken at 636-675-5939

Below Retail Pricing

Let us BEAT

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Professional State licensed Water or Wastewater Operator

ALL OAK & HICKORY

• Free Estimates •

for your community Public Water Supply or Wastewater Treatment System with Lab testing

Call

636-257-3976

NO Sub-Contractors!

Sold in 4x8 Stacks

Since Call Barbara today! 1992

314-808-3330

We Bring the Showroom to YOU!

NO Criss/Cross Stacking Not A Tree Service

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Home Improvement

CARPET REPAIRS

Skips Hauling & Demolition! Serving the Bi-State Area including St. Charles County. Appliances, furniture, debris, construction, rubble, yard waste, excavating & demolition! 10, 15 and 20 cubic yard rolloff dumpsters. All type clean-outs & hauling! Affordable, dependable and available! No conditions! 20 yrs. service. Toll Free 1-888-STL-JUNK (888-785-5865) or314-644-1948.

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Restretching, reseaming & patching. No job too small. Free estimates.

(314) 892-1003 For Rent Destin Florida Area. Beautiful 3 bed, 3 bath condo or home, Gated Gulf Front community. Includes beach front cabana, 3 pools, tennis courts & more. Call for Special Spring/summer rates and availability. To view pictures please go to www.vrbo.com /127089 or /148365. For Additional info Call 314-922-8344.

Help Wanted

HIRING

DEBT COLLECTORS Looking for “career” oriented individuals

For Sale: 2 sets of left-handed golf clubs with senior shafts. Nikon FG, 1.8 lens w/flash & telecope attachments. Also, 2 grave lots in Forever Oak Hill Cemetery. Reasonably priced. 636-686-7188. "Old Country Roses" China. Ten 5-piece places settings - never used. $450 or OBO. 636-5614278.: Forever Bellerive - Single crypt in mausoleum, outside, 4th level. Includes funeral, internment and travel. Bargain price. 314-8789934.

314-283-1760 Don's Handyman - Services PLUS For all repairs & remodeling needs. Over 25 years experience. FREE estimates. Call Don 7 days a week. 314-581-7485. HOME MAINTENANCE

SOLUTIONS

Holiday Lighting

Garage

Flash Track Lighting

Nick 314-718-0105

WEST COUNTY GARAGE DOOR SERVICE Proudly serv-

ing West County since 1980. Springs, cables, electric openers. Door replacement. Evening & weekend service available. Call 636-388-9774.

Gutters

Gutter Cleaning

Most Homes $60

Christmas Lights Installation - All Types Home Repair -

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Hauling

J & J HAULING

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

visit website for pricing stlholidaylighting.com Santa For Hire - "Breakfast with Santa", Company and Church Events, Daycares and Home visits. Also available: Elf Balloon Artists and Face Painters. In business since 1981. Call or email Susan: 636-978-8716, ruffles621@ hotmail.com.

Professional Christmas Light Installation It's that time of year again!

Don’t deal with the hassles of the cold, climbing ladders and untangling Christmas lights. Check one item off your holiday ‘to do’ list and let us do the hard work! Don’t hesitate to decorate!

Handyman Corner Inc.

636-322-9011 www.bruce-son.com

Reliable Home Repair PLUMBING • ELECTRICAL • CARPENTRY

Mike's Lawn Service

30 yrs. Experience- Free Estimates

(636) 230-3588 CELL: (314) 799-4334

All Around Construction LLC - All interior and exterior remodeling and repairs. Historic restoration, molding duplication. Finished basements, kitchens, baths and decks. Liability, workmens comp, and EPA certified in lead removal. 18 years exp. Call 314-393-1102 or 636-237-3246.

J&S Home Services Handyman • Carpenter 25 Plus Years Experience Cheap Rates! Free Estimates! House Closings, Deck Repairs, Structural Repairs. All Jobs Big or Small. Licensed, Bonded, Insured. Call James at 314-420-3562

We have finished 54 basements sinced 1985. We would like to finish yours! References and FREE bids. Call Bob Moore Construction at 636-938-6358.

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CLEAN-UP! Leaf REMOVAL Trim Bushes • Mulch Sodding Retaining Walls • Patio Pavers *SNOW REMOVAL*

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MORALES LANDSCAPE LLC. Spring Clean-Up, Mulching, Aeration, Trimming, Edging, Weeding, Leaf & Tree Removal, Sod Installation, Planting, Retaining Walls, Paver Patio, Decorative Gravel, Stone & Brick work, Drainage work & More! FREE ESTIMATES 636-699-5189

StevenSon LandScaping Specializing in:

Nutsedge Crabgrass & Turf Renovation • Lawn Mowing & Fertilization • Retaining Walls & Paver Patios

• Landscape Design & Installation • Drainage Work • Landscape Lighting • Mole Trapping

636.464.3375

Fast Free Estimates

Valley Landscape Co. Mowing, leaf removal, mulching, tree & brush removal, stump removal, trimming, planting, garden tilling, and gutter cleaning! (636) 458-8234 •Retaining Walls •Driveways •Walks •Concrete & Pavers •Sod •Hauling •Mulch •Topsoil •Rock •Decorative Rock •Bobcat Work •Grading •Drainage •Erosion •Pool Fill-Ins Specializing in Retaining Walls and Paver Patios

314-849-5387 Fully Insured • Free Estimates • Residential & Commercial Member of the Better Business Bureau

(636) 227-1173

M I E N E R LANDSCAPING

Landscaping PEDRO MARTINEZ LANDSCAPING

A Cut Above! Aeration, seeding, leaf removal, power raking, bush & tree removal, fall clean-up. Gutter cleaning. mulching, bush & tree trimming, 636-237-5160 or 314-243-4623.

Spring Clean-Up! Rock walls, patios, pruning, chainsaw work, e tc. Fr iendly ser vice, with attention to detail. C a l l T o m 636.938.9874

Call Gary 314-805-7005

I LOVE TO PAINT!! Professional Painting Wall & Ceiling Combo Special! • Paints, Glazes and More • • Cabinetry & Furniture Too • • Affordable Quality • David (314) 732-FAUX (3289)

1986

Retaining Walls & Planter Boxes

25 years experience Fully Insured • Owner/Operator

DON’T PAY MORE!! Free Estimates

314-365-7524

FREE Professional Guidance/Estimates

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"We're On The Level"

• BOBCaT SeRVICeS • Delivery: Rock • Mulch • Dirt - Fully Insured -

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Versa-lok • Creta Stone • Natural Stone Gabion Baskets • Diamond Block •RR Ties Paver/Natural Stone Patios • Cert. Installer

Total Bathroom Remodeling Cabinetry•Plumbing•Electrical 20 Years Experience

Dependable, Responsible Mowing, shrub trimming, mulch, spring yard clean-up Seeding/ Fertilzation References

Interior/Exterior • Wallpaper Dry Wall • Crown Molding & Trim

A Cut Above! Holiday Lighting Installation. Aeration, seeding, leaf removal, power raking, bush & tree removal, fall clean-up. Gutter cleaning. mulching, bush & tree trimming, 636-237-5160 or 314-243-4623.

ALL LANDSCAPING! FALL CLEAN-UP • Leaf Removal Reasonable • FREE Estimates

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Painting & RePaiR

PEDRO MARTINEZ LANDSCAPING

DON'T BREAK YOUR BACK!

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AffOrdAbLE LEAf rEMOvAL • Fall Clean-UP • Fully Insured

F R E E E S T I M AT E Flat Hourly Rate - No Surprises

Free Estimate Contact Jim 314-651-2464

U nderwood L andscaping

Call Ron 636-299-3904

Repairs • Installations Improvements • Hauling • Mulching

Holiday Lighting

KEViN'S PaiNT SERVicE Expert & Professional. New & old house interior/ exterior painting, drywall & acoustical ceiling repair. 25 years painting experience. Low rates/ Free Estimates. call Kevin 636-322-9784

636-466-2050

Over 25 Years Experience!

Inside Sales: Part time person to set appointments for professional market. Accounting knowledge helpful. Experience in cold calling very helpful. Excellent pay. Ellisville office. 636271-9190.

We install, service, remove & store Holiday Lights for your Home/Business Fully Insured!

Renovation from Summer Damage • Mowing and Fertilization • Landscape Installation & Retaining Walls • Brush Pruning & Clearing

Let us give your home a fresh new look, by selecting paint colors, designing new window treatments, rearranging existing furniture, adding accessories or new mouldings!

Email resume to info@deltaoutsourcegroup.com

Painting Services

Professional Outdoor Services

TransformaTions!

• Strong income potential • Must be hard working, respectful, and professional.

For Sale

Landscaping

Jim's Paint & Trim Service Interior & Exterior painting, crown and decorative moulding, wallpaper removal, texturing, drywall and rotten wood repair. Call 636-778-9013 A-1 Custom Painting & Wallpapering We handle your design needs, professionally trained. Faux finishes, texturing, marbling, graining. Interior & exterior, insured, FREE estimates. All work done by owner. 26 years experience. Call Ken or Hugo at 636-274-2922 or 314-640-4085

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Moving & Storage ABC Moving & Storage, Inc in Chesterfield. Residential, commercial, corporate Relocations. Local/Long Distance moving from a simple piece or multiple truckloads. We do it all! Custom packaging & crating. Call today for a FREE ESTIMATE (636) 532-1300.

Music PIANO LESSONS: Masters Degree in Composition w/ Piano major, 5 yrs. in Europe, 30 yrs. teaching experience, all ages. Taught music theory and piano at college level. Manchester & Strecker. Call Arthur 636-458-0095

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Pet farm - Since 1961 Full Service Kennel Grooming & Boarding

QuaLITy PuPPIES For Sale 104 Laura Hill Rd. • St. Peters

636-240-3647

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We take care of Pets in your home Where Pets Prefer

Pet Sitting & Dog Walking. POOP'R SCOOP'R Services Available! Insured

West County Pet Care 636-394-6852 314-401-5516

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Professional & Affordable Plumbing repair & replacement. Over 15 yrs. experience. Free Estimates. Call 636-527-0176

WE BUY SCRAP STEEL Copper•Aluminum•Brass Stainless Steel•Lead & Car Batteries

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Full Service Mobile Grooming Spa on Wheels. We offer: Pet/show clips, aroma therapy baths, nail clipping and grinding, teeth cleaning, high velocity drying & more! We come to you any day of the week at anytime. For the pampering your pet deserves, call

MASTER PLUMBER. Water Heaters, Code Violations, Backflow Preventers.Basement bathrooms, Outdoor faucets. Licensed & Bonded, Fully Insured. No Job Too Large or Too Small. (314) 288-9952.

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Yucko’s

314-770-1500 www.yuckos .com

Plumbing ANYTHING in PLUMBING

Good Prices! Fast Service!

Call or Text: 314-409-5051

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Open M-Sat 9-5.

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The Irvine Team 215 Fawn Meadows • Ballwin • $244,900

3 bd/2.5 ba. Finish in LL. Updated systems & roof. Sparkling in-ground pool! The Irvine Team - 636-391-2100

The Irvine Team 249 Woodcliffe Place Dr. • Chesterfield • $399,900

4bd/2.5ba. 4000sf with fin LL. Sun-drenched floor plan. Large, fenced yard! The Irvine Team - 636-391-2100

The Irvine Team

The Irvine Team 1208 Cedar Creek • Chesterfield • $229,900

4bd/2ba. Over 3000 sf with finished LL. Lined with top-quality updates! The Irvine Team - 636-391-2100

2137 Hickory Summit Ct. • Wildwood • $374,900

4bd/3.5ba. 4000 sf with fin. walk-out LL. Sumptuous Living & Primo Lot! The Irvine Team - 636-391-2100

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Short Sale!

Candy Citrin

18219 Hager Lane • Chesterfield • $400,000 5 Bdrm, 4 Ba. on acreage, great location. Inground pool. Lots of space. Candy Citrin -314-518-0675

New and Experienced Agents

Jason Pashia 314-780-1774

16349 Fullerton Meadows $224,900 Ballwin

Free Photo with Santa!

1778 Roth Hill $170,000 Maryland Heights

217 Hillsdale Dr. $135,000 Ballwin

HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE Saturday, December 3rd 9am - 3pm Bring your family, friends, and camera. Enjoy refreshments and holiday shopping!

Santa will be available all day Quality vendors featuring: except for a cookie break. Jewelry, Ornaments, Art, Pampered Chef, CutCo, Discovery Toys, Handbags, Party Lite, Embroidery, Bows and Much More! Bring your old gold - turn it into Cash!

Jason Pashia Manager

Price of admission: (at least) one canned food item for the needy.

end of year service loaner close out sale!

all remaining 2011 3-series and 5-series retired service loaners have been dramtically reduced to close out the 2011 model year!!!! take a look at the following specials. 2011 535ixDrive

SAVE $10,000.00 (3 TO CHOOSE FROM)

2011 535i

SAVE $10,000.00 (2 TO CHOOSE FROM)

2011 528i

SAVE $8,000.00 (4 TO CHOOSE FROM)

2011 335ixDrive

CHOOSE FROM 3 AND SAVE UP TO $10,315.00

2011 335i

CHOOSE FROM 5 AND SAVE UP TO $10,180.00

2011 328ixDrive

CHOOSE FROM 8 AND SAVE UP TO $6,540.00

2011 328I

CHOOSE FROM 17 AND SAVE UP TO $7,290.00

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Please check out our web site for color, equipment and mileage and for the best selection, don’t delay, these specials end Decmber 31, 2011

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