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Random Thoughts Random thoughts on the passing scene: Talk show host Dennis Miller said, “I don’t dig polo. It’s like miniature golf meets the Kentucky Derby.”

Nothing illustrates the superficiality of our times better than the enthusiasm for electric cars, because they are supposed to greatly reduce air pollution. But the electricity that ultimately powers these cars has to be generated somewhere -- and nearly half the electricity generated in this country is generated by burning coal.

The 2012 Republican primaries may be a rerun of the 2008 primaries, where the various conservative candidates split the conservative vote so many ways that the candidate of the mushy middle got the nomination -- and then lost the election.

Because morality does not always prevail, by any means, too many of the intelligentsia act as if it has no effect. But, even in Nazi Germany, thousands of Germans hid Jews during the war, at the risk of their own lives, because it was the right thing to do.

In recent times, Christmas has brought not only holiday cheer but also attacks on the very word “Christmas,” chasing it from the vocabulary of institutions and even from most “holiday cards.” Like many other social crusades, this one is based on a lie -- namely that the Constitution puts a wall of separation between church and state. It also shows how easily intimidated we are by strident zealots.

If you don’t like growing older, don’t worry about it. You may not be growing older much longer.

What do you call it when someone steals someone else’s money secretly? Theft.

What do you call it when someone takes someone else’s money openly by force?

Robbery. What do you call it when a politician takes someone else’s money in taxes and gives it to someone who is more likely to vote for him? Social Justice.

When an organization has more of its decisions made by committees, that gives more influence to those who have more time available to attend committee meetings and to drag out each meeting longer.

In other words, it reduces the influence of those who have work to do, and are doing it, while making those who are less productive more influential.

Anyone who studies the history of ideas should notice how much more often

people on the political left, more so than others, denigrate and demonize those who disagree with them -- instead of answering their arguments.

The wisest and most knowledgeable human being on the planet is utterly incompetent to make even 10 percent of the consequential decisions that have to be made in a modern nation. Yet all sorts of people want to decide how much money other people can make or keep, and to micromanage how other people live their lives.

The real egalitarians are not the people who want to redistribute wealth to the poor, but those who want to extend to the poor the ability to create their own wealth, to lift themselves up, instead of trying to tear others down. Earning respect, including self-respect, is better than being a parasite.

Of all the arguments for giving amnesty to illegal immigrants, the most foolish is the argument that we can’t find and expel all of them. There is not a law on the books that someone has not violated, including laws against murder, and we certainly have not found and prosecuted all the violators -- whether murderers or traffic law violators. But do we then legalize all the illegalities we haven’t been able to detect and prosecute?

In the 1920s, Congressman Thomas S. Adams referred to “the ease with which the income tax may be legally avoided” but also said some Congressmen “so fervently believe that the rich ought to pay 40 or 50 per cent of their incomes” in taxes that they would rather make this a law, even if the government would get more revenue from a lower tax rate that people actually pay.

Some also prefer class warfare politics that brings in votes, if not revenue.

Can you imagine a man who had never run any kind of organization, large or small, taking it upon himself to fundamentally change all kinds of organizations in a huge and complex economy? Yet that is what Barack Obama did when he said, “We are going to change the United States of America!” This was not “The Audacity of Hope.”

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letters to the editor Campaign season To the Editor: Voters of the 2nd District (that’s you, West County): Have you received your 2012 Congressional Report and Survey from Congressman Todd Akin?

It’s pretty, printed in color on 11 x 24, four-fold card stock with two nice photos of Congressman Akin as well as a rainbow pie chart. You may have immediately recycled or trashed it, depending on your junk mail refuse preferences. I almost did, but then I saw it was a report and survey and opened it.

Inside, Rep. Akin tells us that our opinions are important and our responses to the survey will help him better represent us.

He tells us, “We are all co-owners of our great country. That is why your opinion is important and your communication is a vital link in government ‘of the people.’”

These statements did their job and inspired me to fill out the survey so that I could do my part to be represented. To get to the survey, I flipped past the big, color photo of Mr. Akin flanked by a statement that in the past year he had done his part to save taxpayer money.

Once I reached the survey portion of the mailing, however, I encountered leading questions that weren’t designed to discover my actual opinion but to tell me what my opinion should be.

I looked closer at the rest of the mailing and realized it was really more of an early campaign leaflet designed to promote Congressman Akin’s interests rather than a fair and honest report on what our elected representative and his colleagues had been up to in 2011. At that point, I decided to toss it, chalking it up to the beginning of 2012 and a long election season, but then I wondered what PAC might have funded such a fancy mailing.

In itty bitty type on the front of the brochure is this statement: “This mailing was prepared, published, and mailed at taxpayer expense.”

Huh. So Todd Akin saves our money by mailing thinly veiled campaign propaganda to every home in the 2nd District.

Well, since I paid for it in the first place, I may as well answer and send it back, for surely he went all the way and it’s already postage-paid, right?

Oh, wait – silly me. This is where he must have saved taxpayer money, because to get the survey back to Akin, I need to buy and stick a stamp on it.

Suffice it to say, Congressman Akin will not be receiving my support in his quest to unseat Senator McCaskill. It is clear that

his interests are furthering his political career and not honestly representing his constituents.

Trish Svendsen Ballwin

Tort reform

To the Editor: Eureka! I just struck gold! I just got a check in the mail that I didn’t ask for and didn’t know was coming. This class-action lawsuit was called “Yingling v. eBay, Inc. Settlement Fund.” I eagerly looked at the amount of the check and found $ 0.01 …

Ballwin hit-and-run update one red cent!

To the Editor: This is one indication of what is seriI want to thank you and the readers of ously wrong with our country; our society West Newsmagazine for their response has become way too litigious for our own to my plea for information about the hit- good. I’m sure the millions of lawyers and and-run I experienced in Ballwin in mid- judges who make fortunes off this and October of last year (West Newsmagazine many other types of litigation are quite “Letters to the Editor,” Dec. 7, 2010). happy with “the system” just the way it is.

I received many calls, letters and However, the average citizen like myself responses to the police. Some wrote to pays a very heavy price for all of the say they were sorry this had happened goods and services that we pay for. A few and that with rare exception, Cherry Hill examples come to mind, such as medical Estates was a safe and peaceful place to services, prescription drugs, automobiles be. Several callers expressed outrage and and airplanes, all of which have built into regret that this had happened and that I had their cost structures costs for past, current experienced such a major economic loss in and future lawsuit expenses. their community.

Finally, in the settlement fund distribuHowever, none of the calls or letters tion mentioned above, who do you think revealed anyone who had actually seen the made out? Was it members of the Class, damaged truck, and as a result, we were like myself? If you guessed the lawyers and unable to use any of the many leads that judges, you would be correct. This country were provided. needs tort reform, nuisance lawsuit abuse It is interesting that many of the leads reform now. pointed in the same direction. It is my John Klay belief that the owner of the black Ford Ballwin Explorer or Expedition probably paid cash for the repair, and while I was hoping some repair shop employee had read the article The problem with about the hit-and-run, if they have, at this ‘Big Government’ time we have not heard from them.

On a personal level, I feel certain the To the Editor: man who did this knows who I am, who It is beyond comprehension that anyone I was visiting and by the article and my can support the fiascos implemented own flyers knows how to reach me here in and driven by President Barack Hussein Kansas City, yet has made to effort to right Obama and his administration. A writer this wrong. to West Newsmagazine resorted to nastiFrom his own words and actions that ness, calling conservatives who disagree night, it is clear to me he knows what he with Obama’s voluminous dictated rules, did was wrong. I’m sure outside of that regulations and exorbitant spending as night he is a good person and among “mean-spirited criticism, distorted opinion, others, I am glad he was not hurt. I’m just hateful attitude, void of fact, unjustified surprised he has made no effort – anony- sarcasm,” ad nauseum. The worst insult mously or otherwise – to make this right. I was to accuse the majority of Americans, know I would. who bear the brunt of this president’s reckThank you again for publishing the letter less spending policies (that we can never to the editor that at the very least warmed pay), of being “racially motivated.” my heart by letting me know just how This person wants “documented facts” many people were shocked, outraged and proving that President Obama has done anxious to help me find the man respon- a failing job. Is he living in a cave? One sible for totaling my car and putting the should at least … watch up-to-date news. lives of children and pedestrians in Cherry The Fox News Channel is the most “fair Hill Estates in jeopardy. and balanced.” If you say otherwise, you Scott Guthrie aren’t paying attention, as they always Kansas City, Mo. reveal both sides of an issue. The well-

informed become educated before spouting off insults toward those who disagree.

The documentation he seeks is in front of his face! His biased “facts” echo those perpetuated by the liberal media.

Ask yourself: Are you better off now than you were in 2008? Does he wonder how those who are unemployed and struggling feel? And what does he think of government tossing away our tax dollars on failed projects?

Liberals must realize the reckless spending of bailouts that are boosting the national debt, currently up to $14 trillion and counting, dooms taxpayers with uncertainty about their future. A few examples: billions of dollars spent on the failed Solyndra Company (asking for more money) and the scandal of cover-up; Mexican thugs getting hold of U.S. guns and killing a border guard; promoting costly “green energy” in place of drilling for oil and creating thousands of jobs in fossil fuel industries; and shoveling partisanpassed Obamacare (while the majority of We the People objected) down our throats from behind closed doors on a Christmas Eve. In addition, what about the hundreds of rules and regulations this administration has forced on industry that strangles businesses, making them unable to progress?

Big Government “ala Obama” is usurping our freedoms.

The GOP debates are informative and enlightening by bringing forward discussion of vital issues and how to rectify the current state of affairs. Opposition forces are already at work. Gov. Perry had a memory lapse during the Nov. 9 debate that was gleefully repeated with widespread coverage, whereas when President Obama referred to our “57” united states in a speech, if it was reported it was with little or no fanfare. Well yeah, sure, there are 57 Muslim states – just a Freudian slip.

Of all the current GOP candidates, Newt Gingrich stands out due to his successful leadership experience and knowledge, with thoughtful, bold solutions in both domestic and foreign policy. We’re warned that President Obama is a formidable opponent in the 2012 election. He will be spending almost $1 billion in campaign funds to defeat his opponent. Those photo-op trips across America are not just for talking about the economy, it is campaigning.

It is certainly going to take a huge effort for conservative voters to work against Big Government and return pride, hope and optimism to the citizens of America.

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Kodak and the Post Office

By Thomas Sowell The news that Eastman Kodak is preparing to file for bankruptcy, after being the leading photographic company in the world for more than 100 years, truly marks the end of an era.

The skills required to use the cameras and chemicals required by the photography of the mid-19th century were far beyond those of most people ­– until a man named George Eastman created a company called Kodak, which made cameras that ordinary people could use.

It was Kodak’s humble and affordable box Brownie that put photography on the map for millions of people, who just wanted to take simple pictures of family, friends and places they visited.

As the complicated photographic plates used by 19th-century photographers gave way to film, Kodak became the leading film maker of the 20th century. But sales of film declined for the first time in 2000, and sales of digital cameras surpassed the sales of film cameras just three years later.

Just as Kodak’s technology made older modes of photography obsolete more than 100 years ago, so the new technology of the digital age has left Kodak behind.

Great names of companies in other fields have likewise vanished as new technology brought new rivals to the forefront, or else made the whole product obsolete, as happened with typewriters, slide rules and other products now remembered only by an older generation. That is what happens in a market economy and we all benefit from it as consumers.

Unfortunately, that is not what happens in government. The post office is a classic example. Post offices were once even more important than Eastman Kodak, and for a longer time, as the mail provided vital communications linking people and organizations across thousands of miles. But, today, technology has moved even further beyond the post office than it has beyond Eastman Kodak.

The difference is that, although the Postal Service is technically a private business, its income doesn’t cover all its costs – and taxpayers are on the hook for the difference.

Moreover, the government makes it illegal for anyone else to put anything into your mailbox, even though you bought the mailbox and it is your property. That means you don’t have the option to have

some other private company deliver your mail.

In India, when private companies like Federal Express and United Parcel Service were allowed to deliver mail, the amount of mail delivered by that country’s post offices was cut in half between 2000 and 2005.

What should be the fate of the Postal Service in the United States? In a sense, no one really knows. Nor is there any reason why they should.

The real answer to the question whether the Postal Service is worth what it is costing can be found only when various indirect government subsidies stop and when the government stops forbidding others from carrying the mail – if that ever happens.

If FedEx, UPS or someone else can carry the mail cheaper or better than the Postal Service, there is no reason why the public should not get the benefit of having their mail delivered cheaper or better.

Politics is the reason why no such test is likely any time soon. Various special interests currently benefit from the way the post office is run – and especially by the way government backing keeps it afloat.

How Sweet It Is

Junk mail, for example, does not have to cover all its costs. You might be happy to get less junk mail if it had to pay a postage rate that covered the full cost of delivering it. But people who send junk mail would lobby Congress to stay on the gravy train.

So would people who live in remote areas, where the cost of delivering all mail is higher. But if people who decide to live in remote areas don’t pay the costs that their decision imposes on the Postal Service, electric utilities and others, why should other people be forced to pay those costs?

A society in which some people make decisions, and other people are forced to pay the costs created by those decisions, is a society where a lot of decisions can be made despite their costs being greater than their benefits.

That is why the post office should have to face competition in the market, instead of lobbying politicians for government help. We cannot preserve everything that was once useful. © 2012 Creators.com

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- Newt Gingrich to CNN’s John King at a recent Republican debate.

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News Br iefs BALLWIN Baseball lottery A lottery for Ballwin residents wanting to reserve a practice ball field for the spring of 2012 will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Wed., Feb. 1 at The Pointe at Ballwin Commons.

To be eligible for the lottery, an individual must have a valid Ballwin ID card and be present at the event on Feb. 1. Lottery entrants will be limited to one per family and one per team.

For more information, call John Hoffman at 227-8950.

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should be a resident of Chesterfield. If not, the accomplishment should take place in the city.

Nomination guidelines are as follows: • Nominations are limited to one nomination per person per household (spouses can be nominated jointly).

• Previously nominated individuals can be re-nominated.

• Neither a nominee nor the person nominating an individual can serve on the Selection Committee.

• City employees will not be considered for the award.

Application forms can be found at chesterfield.mo.us and are due by Feb. 3.

For more information, call 537-4000.

Citizen of the Year Mayor Bruce Geiger and the Chesterfield City Council are accepting nominations for the 2011 Chesterfield Citizen of the Year award.

Citizens to be selected for recognition should meet the following criteria: • Actions being recognized should benefit the overall community of the city of Chesterfield and its residents in some manner through volunteerism, work performed on community projects, and overall civic contributions to the community.

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CREVE COEUR Accepting applications The city of Creve Coeur is accepting applications for volunteers to serve on its Recycling, Environment and Beautification Committee and on its Historical Preservation Committee.

Originally established to advise the city council on issues related to solid waste and recycling, the Recycling, Environment and Beautification Committee has expanded to take responsibility for the annual Arbor

Day celebration, conducting the biennial beautification contest and advising the city council and the public about native planting and other environmentally friendly practices.

For more information about the committee, call Fran Cantor at (314) 974-5387.

Residents interested in the preservation and renovation of Creve Coeur’s historic buildings and articles are encouraged to become volunteer members of the Historical Preservation Committee. Applicants should be interested in historical research, archival methods and preparing items for public display. Committee members also support the efforts of other historic preservation groups with interest in preserving Creve Coeur history and landmarks and advise the city council regarding those activities.

For more information about the committee and its activities, call Ray Dobinsky at (314) 567-3352.

To apply for one of the three open spots on the Recycling, Environment and Beautification Committee, upload a resume or biography and a letter of intent at crevecoeur.org/apply no later than Feb. 9.

To apply for one of five vacancies on the Historical Preservation Committee, upload a resume or biography and a letter of interest at creve-coeur.org/apply by Feb. 13.

For more information about the application process for either committee, contact City Clerk Deborah Ryan at dryan@ ci.creve-coeur.mo.us or (314) 872-2517.

Movie makers The city of Creve Coeur was contacted by a national TV newsmagazine last fall about producing a segment on the city, but city officials may seek local alternatives as a means for producing a promotional video to showcase Creve Coeur.

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by National Football League Hall of Fame quarterback Terry Bradshaw, was the show that initially expressed interest.

Their idea was to highlight Creve Coeur in a five-minute segment of the program’s “Discover America” series about the nation’s “Hidden Gems to Live, Work and Play.”

“Today in America” airs on major cable networks such as CNN and Versus and is distributed to national and regional audiences. The cost to produce that segment was estimated at $19,800.

At the Jan. 9 city council meeting, Creve Coeur City Administrator Mark Perkins said the city is opting for cheaper and locally-centered alternatives to help produce and narrate a promotional video.

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Especially during winter months, residents are asked to store basketball goals on private property so they are not damaged by snowplows and do not damage the city’s snow removal equipment.

EUREKA Emergency response training scheduled Following a major disaster, first responders who provide fire and medical services may not be able to meet the demand for such services. Factors such as the number of victims, communication failures, and road blockages can prevent people from accessing the emergency services they have come to expect through 911. People may have to rely on each other for help in order to meet their immediate life saving and life sustaining needs. That is the basis for the Community Emergency Response Team (C.E.R.T.), a group of volunteers who have completed training outlined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency and Department of Homeland Security. C.E.R.T volunteers are trained to help public safety organizations if a disaster strikes.

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Manchester police subsequently charged the business with operating without a special use permit and not having an appropriate license. The commission’s unfavorable recommendation on the request came after the charges were made.

A Manchester official said court action is scheduled on the violations. The Manchester board will review the unfavorable recommendation at its meeting in early February.

The property is zoned C-1 commercial, but vehicle rentals are allowed in such areas only with a special use permit. During the Dec. 12 hearing, commission members had raised a number of questions and concerns about how many trucks would be on the property at any one time, whether parking for trucks and customer vehicles was adequate, and potential traffic problems due to shared driveways with businesses on either side and vehicles exiting the location onto eastbound Manchester Road.

MISSOURI Poor HSUS report card Missouri came in at a dismal tie for No. 45 on the Humane Society of the United States’ (HSUS) “Humane State Ranking” for 2011.

On Jan. 17, HSUS, the nation’s largest animal protection organization, released the annual ranking, which rates the 50 states and Washington, D.C., on a wide range of animal protection laws, including animal cruelty codes, equine protection standards, wildlife issues, animals in research and farm animal policy. Missouri scored only 18 out of a possible 66 points.

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Christopher Quail, of Ridgeway Insurance Group, had asked the commission for permission to operate a Penske Truck Rentals office at 14575 Manchester Road, west of San Souci Dr. After a Dec. 12 hearing on the request and action by the commission to table the request until additional information was submitted, a city code enforcement employee driving by the location saw

State directors of the Ms. Missouri Senior America Pageant are looking for candidates to audition to become pageant contestants at the 2012 pageant, which will be held on Sun., July 8 at the Florissant Civic Center.

Contestants must be ladies who are at least 60 years of age and have a talent – singing, dancing, etc. – that can be presented onstage in 2 ½ minutes. Other areas of competition include a personal interview with the judges prior to the pageant, modeling an evening gown and reciting one’s 35-second philosophy of life.

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Parkway proposes $9.5 million budget cut

By MARCIA GUCKES Plans to cut Parkway’s budget now include eliminating more than 40 administrative and instructional support positions, reducing program and school operating budgets by 10 percent and restructuring how reading and math interventions are delivered to students who need extra help.

Parkway Superintendent Keith Marty and other administrators on Jan. 11 presented to the school board more specifics of their proposed plan to cut the district’s budget by more than $9.5 million throughout the next two years.

Marty outlined details of the budget proposal and said he hoped all job cuts would be attained through attrition throughout the next two years.

The proposal includes: • cutting about 20 support positions from various departments, such as human resources, communications and facilities.

• centralizing the registration process and reducing the number of registrars.

• reducing and reallocating clerical staff.

• eliminating part-time lunch and recess personnel.

• replacing literacy coaches, progress monitoring coaches and technology integration specialists with instructional coaches.

• placing instructional coaches and math and reading intervention specialists where they are most needed.

• eliminating early intervention specialists since most students now attend full-day kindergarten.

• cutting about 18 teaching assistant positions.

• removing “hard caps” from elementary enrollment that force a new class to open whenever enrollment in a grade goes over the cap by one student.

Marty said administrators also are looking at ways to increase revenue. He said plans include increasing summer school fees by $10 per class from $15 to $25. Although he did not give specifics, facility rental fees would also increase.

Currently, facility fees range from $15.70 for a classroom to $66 for a swimming pool.

The superintendent said the increased fees would add about $200,000 per year to the district’s accounts.

Mark Stockwell, the district’s chief financial officer, said the budget reductions are needed because local revenue has been declining steadily for the past four years. Local revenue sources include property taxes, tuition and transportation reimbursements and interest earnings. Stockwell said fewer students from St. Louis City are transferring to Parkway schools so reimbursement for Voluntary Student Transfer tuition is nearly $6 million less than it was in 2008. He also said the lower interest rates of today’s economy mean that in 2012, the district will earn almost $2 million less on its investments than it did in 2008.

No action was taken on the proposed 2012-2013 budget, but administrators plan to ask the school board for its preliminary approval at the Feb. 8 meeting.

If the school board approves the budget plan, then potential layoffs would begin April 15.

Final approval and adoption of the 2012-2013 budget is scheduled for June 13.

NTSB issues report on 2010 helicopter crash

By JIM ERICKSON A state trooper killed Oct. 15, 2010, when the highway patrol helicopter he was piloting crashed in Clarkson Valley had traces of anti-anxiety and antidepressant medications in his system, but the aircraft also was dangerously low on fuel when the fatal mishap occurred.

Those findings are in a National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigative report issued early this month. However, the report draws no conclusions about whether the presence of the drugs had any effect on the pilot and his reaction to what likely happened when the helicopter ran low or out of fuel.

Killed in the crash was Sgt. Joseph G. Schuengel, 47, a pilot for Troop C at Weldon Spring. The victim was returning to the highway patrol’s aircraft base at Spirit of St. Louis Airport in Chesterfield after a traffic enforcement operation in Jefferson County when the Bell Jet Ranger crashed on Horseshoe Ridge Road in Clarkson Valley.

An NTSB spokesperson said the just-released report contains only the facts gathered in the agency’s investigation and that a probable cause report likely will be issued in three to six months.

According to the report, there was no evidence of fuel spillage at the crash site. The fuel system valves, controls and lines were operating properly and intact. However, investigators found the fuel tank bladder contained only about three quarts of fuel and the line leading to the inlet of the engine-driven fuel pump contained just two drops.

A witness near the accident site said he heard the helicopter’s engine “sputter” and then “stop” just before the crash.

The report notes that Schuengel had accumulated more than 2,600 hours of flight time in single- and multi-engine aircraft and helicopters, including 820 in the make and model of chopper in the accident.

The view along the wreckage path of a helicopter that crashed in October 2010 in Clarkson Valley. The main rotor and attached main rotor hub are in the foreground and the fuselage is in the background.

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The NTSB report notes that in a helicopter, moving the control known as the cyclic forward abruptly from either a straight-and-level flight or after a climb can lead to severe damage to the aircraft’s rotor mast, to the point where the main rotor system can separate from the helicopter. The report states the main rotor was found 50 feet from the craft’s fuselage.

According to the NTSB, toxicology tests showed traces of alprazolam, an anti-anxiety medication; venlafaxine, an antidepressant; and naproxen, an over-the-counter pain reliever, in Schuengel’s system. In a medical exam taken about five months before the crash, Schuengel answered “no” to questions about whether he was taking any medications and whether he had any mental disorders such as depression or anxiety, the report says.

MSHP Capt. Tim Hull said the MSHP has a random drug testing program that applies to all officers.

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By CAROL ENRIGHT Chesterfield squirrels cannot rest easy just yet. At the Jan. 18 Chesterfield City Council meeting, after hearing comments from 13 citizens, city officials voted to delay until Feb. 6 voting on an amendment to an ordinance that would effectively ban the use of projectile weapons, including pellet guns, in the city’s subdivisions.

An existing ordinance essentially upholds the same ban, but it allows an exception for the use of firearms “to protect life, livestock, crops or other property.” The amended ordinance would narrow that exception by prohibiting the use of projectile weapons “to protect crops or other property from squirrels, rodents, birds or other small animals.”

Therein lies the debate.

City residents have made numerous complaints about a Chesterfield resident, Gene Schenberg, who has been using an air rifle to shoot squirrels that he says caused extensive of damage to his house. Schenberg said he believes he is within his constitutional rights to protect his property from the rodents. City officials think it is a matter of public safety.

“If you pass any bill that prohibits someone from protecting their property from any threat, regardless of size, it is unconstitutional,” Schenberg said.

“We’re allowed free speech, but we’re not allowed to holler, ‘Fire!’ in a movie theater,” Chesterfield resident Todd Kamp said. “Right now, I have a hole in my house from a woodpecker. Yes, it damaged my property – but I don’t think that gives me the right to take a 12-gauge shotgun outside to try to kill the woodpecker.”

Councilman Randy Logan (Ward 3) noted many other reports of citizens using pellet guns to kill squirrels, including one involving “somebody who wasn’t effective with a pellet gun and chose to use a 22.”

Dave Roland, director of litigation for the Freedom Center of Missouri, argued that the proposed amendment is unconstitutional.

“The ordinance in front of you, essentially, says a property owner has no right anymore to fire a weapon in defense of their property,” Roland said.

City Attorney Rob Heggie said the city was well within its rights to regulate firearms.

Councilwoman Connie Fults (Ward 4) questioned Roland’s definition of a citizen’s right to use firearms, saying: “We have neighbors who can no longer use their backyards, no longer use their pools, for another neighbor’s right to fire a weapon. Which one is the more important right?”

Richard Lofftus, of O’Fallon, Mo., referenced the troop of Boy Scouts that had led the See SQUIRRELY TIMES, page 14

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Supreme Court scraps maps Redistricting back on drawing board

By JIM ERICKSON The Missouri redistricting merry-goround is spinning again after the state Supreme Court last week tossed out a judicial panel’s plans for new state Senate districts and ordered a new look at congressional district boundaries the Republicancontrolled General Assembly prepared and passed over a gubernatorial veto last year.

“There’s no precedent for this kind of situation,” Sen. Jane Cunningham (R-Chesterfield) said. “No matter what happens now, we’ll be breaking new ground.”

Complicating the issue is the scheduled Feb. 28 start of the candidate filing period for the 2012 election cycle. Assuming the Senate redistricting process will begin anew with the appointment of a 10-member bipartisan commission charged with drawing the boundaries, no one is ready to predict the task will be done quickly.

Last year, such commissions for both Senate and House redistricting failed to come up with plans that gained enough bipartisan support to win approval. The job then went to the panel of appellate court judges.

The judicial group issued plans for House and Senate redistricting in November, then came back less than two weeks later with an amended set of Senate boundaries designed to minimize the splitting of counties into more than one district.

The Supreme Court said the original plan for the Senate violated the state constitution by dividing counties in the western part of the state into too many districts. Further, the judicial panel exceeded its authority by coming up with an amended approach, the high court ruled.

Qualifying his comment as a “best guess,” Sen. Brian Nieves (R-Eureka) said he thinks there will be minimal impact on the lines the judicial panel drew for his district and others in the St. Louis area.

“We’ve been tasked with starting over, but I suspect that the emphasis will be addressing the problem areas that are on the other side of the state,” he said. “There SQUIRRELY TIMES, from page 13 meeting in the Pledge of Allegiance.

“You’re going to make it illegal for that young man to take his Daisy Red Ryder out in the backyard and shoot his eye out, so to speak, and practice for his merit badge with his father,” Lofftus said.

Heggie responded that the ordinance did not apply to children’s toys.

“We’re talking about a pellet gun that

may be some resulting ripple effect on this side of the state, but I don’t look for major changes here.”

In a news release, Sen. John Lamping (R-Ladue) said he applauds the Supreme Court ruling, citing the decision as “a big win” for Missourians, who deserve district boundaries that comply with the state constitution. Lamping earlier had said new boundaries for his district actually improved his GOP majority but that the overall plan needed to be challenged because it was not constitutional.

Cunningham described the aftermath of the court ruling as one of “disarray.”

“I really feel sorry for any candidate planning to run for the Senate for the first time.

Filing (to run for office) starts Feb. 28, and no one knows if there will be a final decision by that time. Everything is up in the air. No one knows what’s going to happen,” she said.

While there are no definitive answers, there is no shortage of varying opinions.

House Speaker Steven Tilley (R-Perryville) reportedly has said the legislature could delay when candidate filing begins.

In another report, Secretary of State Robin Carnahan’s office said existing Senate district lines, drawn in 2001 after the 2000 census, will remain in effect if a new map is not ready by Feb. 28. The congressional map approved last year would prevail, Carnahan’s office said.

As for the congressional map, the high court ordered that a trial judge hold a hearing and determine by Feb. 3 if districts violate the constitution because they were not drawn compactly enough. The validity of the new boundaries had been challenged on that basis in legal actions that also charged violation of equal protection rights.

The Supreme Court said more review of compactness is needed, but it upheld a lower court’s earlier ruling rejecting the equal protection argument.

Lines drawn by the appellate judges for Missouri House districts remain in effect despite heavy criticism from both parties.

However, that could change if Democrats follow through on a rumored legal challenge to those boundaries. can inflict serious injury or death,” he said.

“The city council is charged with protecting public safety. This is not the Wild West anymore.”

All but one of the councilmembers supported moving forward with the most recent wording of the proposed amendment.

“I’m against this amendment,” Councilman Bob Nation (Ward 4) said. “What we’re talking about is the right to protect one’s home.

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Realignment of Kehrs Mill, Long, and Wild Horse Creek roads to be addressed at Jan. 25 meeting As part of the improvements associated with the Chesterfield Valley Transportation Development District, St. Louis County is preparing to begin construction on the realignment of the intersections of Wild Horse Creek Road, Long Road and Kehrs Mill Road. A meeting for those interested will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Wed. January 25 at Chesterfield City Hall. A presentation will begin at 6:30 p.m.

St. Louis County representatives will be describing the project, providing information on closure and completion dates, involvement of emergency service providers, impacts on travel schedules and utility relocations.

The project includes the following: • five lanes of traffic (two northbound, two southbound, and a continuous twoway center left-turn lane) • enclosed storm drainage • eight-foot (8’) wide concrete sidewalks on both sides of the roadway • removal and replacement of the existing bridge with a new bridge over Bonhomme Creek • construction of a single 10’ X 8’ concrete box culvert • construction of retaining walls, traffic signals, sodding, seeding and other incidental items A contract for the road improvement project was awarded to Gershenson Construction Co. in the amount of $8,351.583.03.

The work began in late December 2011. It is anticipated that the project will be completed in approximately 19 months, or by

Manchester to redeem bonds

By JIM ERICKSON The Manchester Board of Aldermen has approved a plan to redeem some $3,735,000 in general obligation bonds issued in 2003 with new bonds to be issued at a lower interest rate. The refinancing will save the city some $420,000 in interest expense.

Bonds being re-funded are what remain of a $6.5 million issue made more than eight years ago with a maximum interest rate of 4.2 percent. The new bonds will have an estimated maximum rate of 2 percent and will total $3,215,000. The city will use unexpended funds from an account designated for bond issue principal and interest payments to make up the difference between the older bonds still outstanding and new amount to be issued.

Shannon Creighton, of the bond consulting law firm Gilmore & Bell, P.C., and Laura Radcliff from Stifel Nicolaus & Co., underwriter for the bonds, explained various aspects of the refinancing at the Jan. 16 Manchester Board of Aldermen meeting.

Board approval came on a 6-0 vote.

June 2013. Laclede Gas, Missouri American Water, AmerenUE, AT&T and Charter Communications all have facilities that are in conflict with the planned improvements and will require relocation.

Kehrs Mill Road, Long Road and Wild Horse Creek Road will remain open to twoway traffic during most of the construction period. However, there will be a 30-day period when Wild Horse Creek Road and Kehrs Mill Road will be closed to thru traffic for the construction of the Kehrs Mill Road tie-in to the new bridge. During the

closure, motorists will be able to travel on eastbound Wild Horse Creek Road to northbound Long Road and on southbound Long Road to west on Wild Horse Creek Road. The closure will begin June 15, 2012 and end on July 13, 2012.

Emergency vehicles such as police, fire, and ambulance will be notified about the construction work, allowing these agencies to plan in advance of an emergency.

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By TED DIXON JR. Voters in Ellisville soon will decide whether or not to increase from three to four the number of years their city leaders serve.

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If the measure passes, Pirrello said, the city would maintain two four-year term limits.

However, he said the change would not take effect immediately; councilmembers and the mayor still would be elected to a three-year term the upcoming election. If approved, three council members, one each from Districts 1, 2 and 3, would be elected to a four-year term at the regular municipal election in April 2013.

In order to achieve staggered elections between the mayor and all councilmembers as provided in the city’s charter amendment, the mayor would be elected to a second three-year term at the regular municipal election in April 2015. Effective with the regular municipal election of April 2018, the mayor would be elected to a fouryear term.

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By TED DIXON JR. A deer on Jan. 10 struck and critically injured a Ballwin woman who was standing in the parking lot of an auto service center in Ellisville.

The incident happened during the afternoon at Arvin Auto Service in the 15900 block of Manchester Road, where 53-yearold Linda Gebhardt had dropped her car off for repairs.

Ellisville Police Sgt. Nancy Walker said Gebhardt was standing in the parking lot when two deer ran into the lot. One of the deer ran into Gebhardt, knocking her down and causing her head to hit the pavement, which knocked her temporarily unconscious. After the deer struck Gebhardt, it crashed into the building that houses Shelter Insurance – Mark Emms and ran off.

Emergency personnel transported Gebhardt to Mercy Medical Center, where she was treated for a head injury. As of presstime, Gebhardt was “improving slowly,” according to Bud Mantle, chief medical officer for the Metro West Fire Protection

District.

Mantle said patients with these types of injuries are treated with medication, and for a few days the brain is “given a chance to rest and heal up.” Mantle said his department has seen many instances where the deer run into motorists, including those on motorcycles, but never before has he seen a case where one struck a pedestrian.

“There’s no way you could have prevented it,” Mantle said. “It wasn’t where a rogue deer just attacked her. She was just at the wrong place at the wrong time.”

The incident is yet another example of how the exploding deer population in West County has presented problems for residents and motorists.

Ellisville, like many cities in the area, is grappling with ways to control the deer population. Ellisville has discussed various methods but as of yet has not come to any solution. Ellisville Mayor Matt Pirrello said the deer are seen regularly during the morning and late afternoon hours on that section of Manchester Road.

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Pedestrian dies after being hit by car on Clarkson Road

By CAROL ENRIGHT Leo Ellinger, an 81-year-old Ellisville man, died on Monday, Jan. 16, after he was struck by a car on Clarkson Road. Ellisville police reported that Ellinger, who lived at The Fountains of West County retirement community on Clayton Road, was crossing Clarkson about 400 feet south of Clayton Road at 5:30 Sunday night when he stepped in front of a Cadillac STS. Ellinger suffered severe head injuries and was taken to Mercy Hospital in Creve Coeur, where he died later that night.

The 68-year-old driver of the car stated that he was driving at the posted speed limit and had not seen Ellinger, who was wearing dark clothing. He will not face criminal charges.

Ellisville Police Sgt. Nancy Walker said that according to the police report, Ellinger “just basically came out of nowhere.”

Ellinger was crossing from the east side of Clarkson to the west side, supposedly heading toward the Clarkson Clayton Center. Walker said that residents of The

Fountains are free “to come and go as they want,” and Ellinger frequently walked to nearby stores to run errands and “get some exercise.”

Walker added that it was not a case of an elderly man wandering off.

“He was healthy, he lived with his wife at The Fountains, and he walked quite a bit,” she said.

Walker said it was dark at the time of the accident, that Ellinger was wearing dark clothing and “he didn’t cross right at the intersection.”

“It’s safer when people do cross at the intersections,” she said. “And if it’s at nighttime, it’s always safer to wear lighter colors or carry a flashlight.”

She said pedestrians need to understand that it is not always easy for cars to see them, particularly at night and at a busy intersection such as Clarkson and Clayton.

“People have to understand that a car’s a lot bigger than they are, so they need to do everything they can to make sure people see them,” Walker said.

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By SARAH WILSON Wildwood’s Ward Redistricting Committee at its Jan. 18 meeting voted unanimously to recommend to city officials` its Alternative D plan.

The committee had narrowed its recommendations to three boundary alternatives but later created an additional plan. The plan’s changes would include affecting six of its wards, with no modification to Wards 2 and 4.

Also, wards would be more compact with no separation of neighborhoods; the odd configuration of Ward 8 would be addressed; and Ward 1 would include Rockwoods Reservation and Hwy. T. The committee asked the audience how they felt about the adjustment, and most people raised their hands indicating approval.

The Wildwood City Charter requires that every 10 years the city examine whether there is a need for ward redistricting.

“The objective is to arrive at a roughly equal population distribution between each ward,” City Administrator Dan Dubruiel said. “It’s almost impossible to hit the number right on the head, but it’s pretty

close.”

The total population for Wildwood, according to the 2010 U.S. Census, is 35,517, so each ward would average 4,440 people. Dubruiel explained that since Wildwood can vary each average plus or minus 5 percent, a ward should not be less than 4,218 people or more than 4,662 people.

In addition to the population, the committee considered other criteria before making a decision, including retaining established neighborhoods in the various wards, considering future growth potential and retaining existing councilmembers.

The Feb. 13 council meeting is the earliest opportunity for city leaders to consider the committee’s recommendations. Before making a decision, the council will hold a hearing on the recommendation to gather any public comments.

Any new boundaries city officials approve would not become effective until after the April 3 municipal election.

Mayor Tim Woerther thanked the committee members for their time.

“The fact of the matter is, ultimately, the committee came together and created some viable options,” Woerther said.

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Town Center Plan faces more delays

By SARAH WILSON After rejecting its Town Center Plan update in 2010, the Wildwood City Council, on Jan. 9, approved a resolution to send the entire plan back to the Planning and Zoning Commission for as long as one year for reconsideration.

The resolution recommends that the commission consider any trends, modifications or new information that might have emerged that could alter the commission’s original decision, made about two years ago.

Residents have expressed repeated concern regarding the new plan, which would change property land-use designations and could lead to additional noise, lack of privacy and changing land values. Owners of several properties in particular – the Brown, Slavik Family Trust, Jones family and Spanos properties – have expressed opposition about their property designations.

The council in 2010 decided to exclude only the four properties to send back to P&Z for additional review, but Mayor Tim Woerther vetoed the bill, forcing the council to create a brand new plan.

Director of Planning and Parks Joe Vujnich said he hopes resolution will achieve a thorough, timely review of the major components of the plan.

“This is not necessarily the optimum of solutions the department would present under normal circumstances,” Vujnich said. “But for two years, I’ve … watched this issue kind of tear apart a city council. … I don’t think it’s in anyone’s best interest to continue, so to speak, to fester that sore.

P&Z has established a structure in many ways to handle these types of issues.

“So the nice thing is the meetings are open, anybody can attend, councilmembers can come and go, and certainly it will give an opportunity for those people to voice their opinions once again, all of which we’ve heard for the past four years,

but if something that we’ve missed comes forward, or if something we believe stands in place, there’s a good chance you’ll see the same answer come back.”

Councilmember David Sewell (Ward 6) said the issue is boggling his mind because he thought the council had a good compromise.

“We had four properties excluded, and we had a supermajority of the vote to do that,” Sewell said.

“We had 98 percent of the plan approved.

We were rocking and rolling. We were ready to go and then … it was all shot to hell and back.

“We keep doing the same thing over and over again and looking for a different result. The only thing that will change is the complexion of the council and what plays out in April.”

The resolution to make a decision is for one year, which Councilmember Tammy Shea (Ward 3) said is too long. Vujnich said he made it a year because he did not want to raise any expectations too soon.

He said this would give the council a little extra time if something were to come up.

“One of the reasons I’m opposed to doing this is it seems like the definition of government redundancy,” Shea said, “and for anyone who ever complains about why it takes so long to get anything done in government or the futility of going to government for approval of anything, let this serve as a reminder of exactly how it happens that way.”

Councilmembers who approving the resolution were Ed Marshall (Ward 2), Holly Parks (Ward 2), Katie Dodwell (Ward 4), Ron James (Ward 6), Michele Bauer (Ward 8), Harry LeMay (Ward 3), Debra Smith McCutchen (Ward 5), John McCulloch (Ward 7) and Jim Kranz (Ward 7). Opposed to the resolution were Sewell, Larry Goodson (Ward 8), Larry McGowen (Ward 1), Geile, Shea and Nick Roppolo (Ward 5).

Jack Clark (Ward 4) abstained.

County crime reaches 41-year low The number of serious crimes in areas served by the St. Louis County Police has dropped to a 41-year low, according to the St. Louis County Police Department.

Index crime statistics comparing 2010 to 2011 in unincorporated St. Louis County and the municipalities served by St. Louis County officers show an overall reduction of 2.4 percent.

The lowest number of crimes reported by the St. Louis County Police Department since 1971. The 2011 report represents the

third year in a row of overall crime reduction.

There were 17 homicides reported in both 2010 and 2011. Rapes decreased 10 percent, robbery decreased 0.7 percent, aggravated assault decreased 5.3 percent, arson decreased 3.5 percent, larceny decreased by 3.1 percent and motor vehicle theft decreased by 20.7 percent. Burglary showed the only increase at 7.2 percent, due mostly to scrap metal thefts from vacant homes and buildings, police said.

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New legislation allows businesses to profit at Ballwin Days

By BETSY ZATKULAK The Ballwin Board of Aldermen passed legislation on Jan. 9 that will give restaurants and businesses in Ballwin and surrounding areas a greater opportunity to showcase their specialties and make a profit at the Ballwin Days festival.

“The two co-chairs would like to have some flexibility to do some different things in regards to helping some of our local businesses, such as restaurants,” Ballwin

Manchester seeks funding for Hanna Road improvements

By JIM ERICKSON The city of Manchester expects to know

by June if a project to improve Hanna Road between Manchester and Big Bend roads will win approval and funding through the East-West Gateway Council of Governments.

That timeline was noted by the Manchester Board of Aldermen at its Jan. 16 meeting, at which time the board approved $1,800 to pay an engineering firm to complete and submit an application for the project by the March 23 deadline.

Preliminary plans call for resurfacing, widening of the road at selected locations including the Manchester Road intersection and the Parkway South High School parking lot entrance, new sidewalks, and a stoplight at the high school.

The project cost is estimated at $3.6 million, of which Manchester would pay 20 percent, or $720,000, with the remainder coming from the East-West Gateway Council.

The Council is the group designated by state and federal agencies as the metro planning organization for the bi-state area.

Its board of directors has responsibility for selecting the road, bridge and transit projects in the region that will receive federal funds.

Brian Kulick, of the Juneau Associates engineering firm, told the Manchester board that if the application is approved, design work can begin. The likely starting date for construction is 2016, although an earlier date is possible, according to Manchester City Administrator, Ed Blattner.

The road improvement would be done in three phases, Kulick said, with most work being done during the summer to minimize problems with traffic to and from the high school.

Mayor Tim Pogue said.

Last year, the Ballwin Days Committee tested out the concept by having a handful of Ballwin restaurants showcase some of their food at Taste of Ballwin, a private event that was set apart from the midway.

Until now, local restaurants and businesses that wanted to set up a Ballwin Days booth could make their products available to the public only in conjunction with ride vendors or nonprofit organiza-

tions with proceeds earned going to those organizations. The new legislation allows restaurants and other businesses to profit from booth sales.

City Administrator Bob Kuntz said from a labor standpoint, it is becoming more difficult to find volunteer groups to make a two-day commitment. There are businesses, however, who would be willing to participate for a profit.

Jim Lieber, Ballwin Days co-chair, said

the overriding goal is to enhance the Ballwin Days experience for festival-goers.

“We want to make the city look good, and we want it to be a good experience all the way around … so we would like the flexibility to have additional food offered than what has been offered in the past,” Lieber said.

“Our focus is trying to get Ballwin businesses in first, but we certainly would not exclude other businesses as well.”

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Owner David Schreiner opened his first two stores in Kentucky. Two years ago, he opened a location in Kirkwood, opening up a whole new market for St. Louis.

“A special connection to St. Louis stems from growing up here and having family living in and around Kirkwood,” Schreiner said. “This was a great opportunity to strengthen the connection to the city where I grew up.”

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At St. Clare of Assisi School, children successfully learn on the foundation of faith.

Open for 33 years, St. Clare of Assisi is a parish elementary school in the Archdiocese of St. Louis, accredited by the Missouri Chapter of the National Federation of Nonpublic School State Accrediting Agencies. The program services students from ages 3 to eighth grade, with a half-day or extended day option for kindergarten.

Currently serving 428 students, St. Clare of Assisi’s goal is to educate children to be responsible citizens with a strong Catholic identity witnessing their faith.

“We also have an extremely high number of parent volunteers that we utilize, and we have a very supportive school board,” said Principal Marie Sinnett, who is in her 12th year at St. Clare of Assisi and was named the 2010 Distinguished Principal for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

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master’s degrees, and both teachers and teaching assistants are committed professionals who want to see each child succeed.

“The school community is dedicated to proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ in all its words and actions,” Sinnett said.

Innovative classrooms contain SMART Boards and updated technology, and in addition to the traditional classroom, St. Clare of Assisi has an art lab, a science lab, a library and a computer lab – all dedicated to enhance learning.

“Our curriculum is strong, and our children graduate and go onto the high school of their choice and are fully prepared to be successful in life,” Sinnett said. Come tour our school at our Open House on February 1, 2012.

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Home Helpers ensures that its clients needs are being met 24/7.

“Calls after office hours are personally answered by either my RN case manager Denise Denton or me,” Beckwith said. “Our clients really appreciate knowing that there is someone available to handle their needs and that they don’t have to deal with an answering service.”

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Lipowicz graduated in 2005 from St. Louis University School of Law and has focused her legal career on family law. She is a certified Guardian ad Litem and has experience in all aspects of family law litigation, from filing the case through trial or settlement. Lipowicz truly enjoys helping her clients through their most difficult times and strives to provide them with real solutions and solid legal representation.

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More than 2,000 square feet of its even larger space are dedicated to actual floor displays that allow customers a walk-on-it experience.

There are dozens of hardwood choices, a carpeting bonanza, and ceramic tiles, laminates and vinyls. It is all there in a dazzling array of styles and colors.

Showcasing fine quality and making it your one-stop floor shop, West County Flooring is staffed by professionals who facilitate every aspect of a floor purchase, from design advice to installation.

Owner Russ Johnson, who has more than three decades experience in everything from tiles to laminates, has packed the store with every different need and floor-choice.

Carpeting still captures nearly half the

floor-shopping population but laminates have gained ground and are very popular, offering beautiful looks, easy maintenance and great warranties.

Ceramics are durable, versatile and allow gorgeous custom design. Hardwoods in both American species and exotics in 3” and 5” widths have been a great success. Johnson says nearly all projects are professionally installed, and Do-It-Yourself projects will get expert advice and guidance. One hardwood system requires no nailing!

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Pets are part of the family and should be treated as such. Pet Supplies Plus carries over 10,000 items to help pet owners treat their pet as one of the family.

Pet-lovers are delighted when they see the wide selection of pet food and pet care products that stock the shelves of Pet Supplies Plus, which offers a wide selection of name brand food and treats, including the largest holistic line in the area, toys and supplies for most pets as well as small animals, reptiles and fresh water fish.

Opened in 2008, Pet Supplies Plus is locally owned and operated by Jeanne and John Sullivan. The store is the favorite pet store in the area. Customers are willing to travel the extra distance recognizing the values and service provided.

Jeanne has years of retail experience, nutrition expertise and pet knowledge.

Holly, Tyler and the entire staff have the pet knowledge and experience to assist customers, whether they are

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Mueth, who is in her 16th year as a school counselor, has served on other statewide initiatives for bullying and child abuse and said she looks forward to taking part in the important work.

“I am committed to ensuring our children are safe, happy and healthy,” Mueth said. “No child should ever have to grow up with fear, abuse or neglect, and I am excited to work with professionals from across the state to develop recommendations that will help keep children safe.”

Missouri KidsFirst is a statewide network of individuals, programs and organizations committed to protecting Missouri’s children by improving the response to child victims and ending the cycle of abuse in our communities.

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Homeschooler Jessica Pipes, of Wildwood, was named a National Merit semifinalist. Semifinalists represent less than 1 percent of U.S. high school seniors and include the highest-scoring entrants in each state. Pipes will continue in the competition for finalists, which will be announced in the spring.

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In addition, adults can enroll in free ESL classes for assistance with English conversation practice, grammar, preparation for the citizenship test and more.

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Parents should bring the following information at the time of registration: • an official birth certificate • the child’s Social Security number • the child’s immunization records • names and telephone numbers of the child’s doctor and dentist • names and telephone numbers of two neighbors/relatives who can be contacted in case of an emergency • two proofs of parents’ or guardian’s residency Registration forms can be downloaded at pkwy.k12.mo.us/pupilpersonnel/enroll. cfm.

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Kellison Elementary students and teacher Emilee Kellerman show off their check for a $1,000 matching grant.

Student of Achievement award Kristen Stazzone was one of 30 elite junior level high school students in the St. Louis metropolitan area selected for the 20112012 KMOX/Southeast Stazzone Missouri State University Student of Achievement award.

This is the 19th year for the program, which recognizes the accomplishments and leadership of young adults. Stazzone is the fourth student from John F. Kennedy High School to be named as a Student of Achievement winner.

Stazzone was awarded a $12,000 Student of Achievement Scholarship to attend Southeast Missouri State University beginning in the fall of 2013.

Kindergarten registration The Parkway School District begins kindergarten registration for the 2012-13 school year on Tuesday, Jan. 31, at all Parkway elementary schools. Parkway’s kindergarten program is a full-day, tuition free program for all children. Students must be 5 years

In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the first Rockwood School District graduating class, the Rockwood Schools Foundation announced the 13 individuals who will be inducted into the inaugural Rockwood Alumni Hall of Fame. The following inductees will be honored for outstanding accomplishments in their fields during an alumni celebration gala.

• Craig Caddigan, underwater explorer (Lafayette ’72) • Cristopher Cristea, businessman and philanthropist (Lafayette ’89) • Clifford Frazier, former NFL athlete and actor (Lafayette ’72) • David Freese, MLB World Series MVP and World Series champion (Lafayette ’01) • Larry Jensen, president of Leprino Foods (Lafayette ’67) • Matt Helbig, co-owner of Big River Running Company (Rockwood Summit ’98) • Ryan Howard, MLB Rookie of the Year and World Series Champion (Lafayette ’98) • Art McCoy, educator and superintendent of Ferguson-Florissant School District (Lafayette ’95) • Charlotte Miller, lawyer and senior vice president at O. C. Tanner Company (Lafayette ’75) • Travis Mossotti, published poet (Marquette ’98) • Kelly Stables Patino, actress (Lafayette ’96) • Brent Underwood, educator and retired superintendent of Webster Groves School District (Lafayette ’76) • Rick Viehland, entrepreneur (Eureka ’69) Rockwood will honor the inductees during the alumni celebration gala on Sat., Jan. 28 at The Magic House.

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Rockwood bond issue slated for April ballot

By CAROL ENRIGHT The Rockwood Board of Education voted to place a $43.2 million bond issue on the April 3 ballot at its Jan. 19 meeting at Crestview Middle School in Ellisville.

When the meeting began, the proposed bond issue was $43.5 million. Board Vice President Matt Doell made a motion to eliminate several items from the proposed bond issue in an effort to bring the total to less than $40 million. Doell’s proposed cuts included: $500,000 out of technology improvements, $2.25 million for expansion of the district’s early childhood center, and $220,000 for improvements to the football field at Rockwood Summit High School.

Board member Peggy Devoy argued if favor of technology, while board member Stephen Banton argued in favor of retaining the proposed expansion to the district’s early childhood center. Banton cited

research that early childhood education is critical to student achievement . He also noted that the bond issue is one of the lowest in the district’s last 15 years.

After a brief discussion, the board voted unanimously to move ahead with a $43.2 million bond issue, removing about $300,000 that had been proposed for health and wellness facility improvements.

Board member Steve Smith left the room during the vote to avoid any conflict of interest due to his employment with Glenn Construction Co., a contractor that has worked on the district’s bond-related construction projects.

In addition to the bond issue, the April ballot also will include the election of two board members.

The Jan. 19 meeting was the first meeting to be taped. An audio session is available on the district’s website.

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By MARCIA GUCKES The Rockwood Board of Education elected a new president and vice president following the resignation last month of the former president.

The board elected Janet Strate as president and Matt Doell as vice president at its meeting on Jan. 5.

The shift in board officers comes after Steve Smith turned in his letter of resignation as president of the board at the Dec. 15 meeting. He said he was resigning to clear the way for the passage of a possible bond issue. Previously, some residents and media reports raised concerns about Smith’s employment by Glenn Construction, which oversees district construction projects funded by the past several bond issues.

Strate has been vice president of Rockwood’s school board since 2010. She is serving her third term, and her current term ends in 2013.

Strate is a certified public accountant with a master’s in business administration from Webster University. Before election to the school board in 2004, Strate served on two Rockwood committees. She currently is on the governing council of the St. Louis Special School District.

Strate and her family are residents of Chesterfield. Her three sons attend Rockwood schools.

Doell was elected to the board in 2011.

His current term expires in 2014.

Doell is a licensed professional engineer. He has a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Missouri-St. Louis. He has served on several professional engineering committees, was a committee chairman for a Boy Scout troop in Eureka and a chairman of a homeowners’ association.

Doell and his family are residents of Eureka. His two sons attend Rockwood schools.

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By CAROL ENRIGHT Parents know how difficult it can be to get a child off the couch and outside playing. The Parkway School District is hoping that kids may be more responsive to a little guy on a screen. The district is rolling out a pilot program that it introduced in three schools last year, using fitness monitors that students wear much like a wristwatch to help kids reach the 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity per day recommended by health organizations.

Each of Parkway’s 18 elementary schools has 25 Polar active monitors to rotate among fourth- and fifth-grade PE classes. The school board approved the purchase of the watches, which cost $90 each, in December.

“Screen time has pretty much taken over play time outside and being active,” said Laura Beckman, physical education and health teacher at Parkway’s Shenandoah Valley Elementary School in Chesterfield.

Beckmann cited Centers for Disease Control and Prevention statistics that childhood obesity has nearly tripled in the last 30 years, resulting in nearly one in three American children being overweight or obese. She said the monitors can help reverse that trend by tracking the time students spend being physically active and encouraging them to be responsible for their own health. An animated figure on the monitor’s screen helps motivate students to reach their goals.

“There’s actually a little guy on there … so when a child is running, it would be running,” said Ron Ramspott, the district’s coordinator of health, outdoor and physical education.

Data from the monitors can be uploaded to a web-based program so students can track their levels of physical activity. The monitors can help PE teachers assess their own effectiveness.

“Our goal has always been to have our kids moderately to vigorously active 50

percent of the class time. In reality … the levels of moderate to vigorous physical activity tend to be more like 6 to 8 percent of PE time due to instructional practices,” Ramspott said. “So now we have something that not only kids can assess themselves with but teachers can assess their ways of teaching.”

Long-term, the district is considering sending the monitors home with students to track activity levels around the clock, which Ramspott said would require parental consent and education.

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At Med Resources, clients receive the personal attention they deserve.

Med Resources is a full-line home medical equipment company that offers products and services for clients requiring respiratory, orthotics and mobility equipment.

Expert clinical support staff is among the best and brightest in the region and has built a reputation for providing the finest home medical equipment available. Today, Med Resources has grown into one of the largest fullservice providers of medical equipment in the area.

In 1995, Jeff Braun combined his passion for the medical field and his previous experience working with equipment to make the business a natural fit.

With great prices and a caring staff, the state-of-the-art facility in Chesterfield provides you and your loved ones the opportunity to see and test the items prior to purchase.

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revolves around the people that we have,” Braun said.

“Our business is selling products, but it’s still a people business, and we’re so lucky we have such a great team on board.”

A member of the Missouri Association for Medical Equipment Suppliers (MAMES), VGM Groups National Network of homecare providers and the Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce, Med Resources participates with most insurance plans, is a Medicare provider and will coordinate insurance billing for covered items.

“We place a high priority on helping our clients live a more independent life,” Braun said. “When you come to us, you’re in good hands.”

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St. Louis Safety, Inc. is a local, woman-owned business and a full-line stocking distributor of personal safety protection items, industrial safety equipment and safety signs. Dedicated staff takes the time and effort to research custom items as well as to furnish your everyday safety needs. St. Louis Safety is a distributor for most of the major, well-known manufacturers of safety equipment and stocks the highest quality safety products that meet the needs of its large industrial customers as well as small businesses, contractors and individuals.

At St. Louis Safety, “Safety is our only business.” Staff has a combined 100 years of experience in the safety industry. The advantage of using St. Louis Safety as your safety supplier is its extensive product knowledge, competitive pricing and reputation for excellent customer service. St. Louis Safety has the ability to respond quickly to customer needs. Contractors who have a job starting or are working on a job and find they need a critical item

can either come in and pick it up at the warehouse or have it delivered to the job site the same day.

St. Louis Safety has been located in Chesterfield Valley since 1989. In July 2011, the business moved into a new, larger location, doubling its warehouse space to help meet the demands of its growing business. St. Louis Safety invites you to come by, meet the staff and view the products in the showroom. There is no minimum order, and walk-ins are always welcome. St. Louis Safety accepts all major credit cards.

Focused, knowledgeable and dependable, you can count on St. Louis Safety to deliver every time.

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At The St. Austin School, parents know their children are in good hands.

A small pre-kindergarten to eighthgrade private elementary school, The St. Austin School is a new independent school devoted to a classical education imbued with the Catholic faith.

Experienced and dedicated teachers are professionals and work to instill each child with a love for learning and the skills of critical thinking and careful reading, which allows the student to succeed and excel in secondary schools of the highest caliber.

“We truly do believe that parents are the first and most enduring educators of their children,” Director of Admissions and Communications Danielle Morgenthaler said. “Our role is to extend this fundamental family environment to our school.”

Small class sizes and low studentto-teacher ratios provide teachers with the opportunity to know their students

as individuals and to maximize their inherent gifts. Academically challenging and nurturing, The St. Austin School teaches the message of Christ through traditional teaching methods.

“Our mission statement is taken from St. Paul’s letter to the Ephesians, ‘to preach the unsearchable riches of Christ (Ephesians 3.8),’” Morgenthaler said.

“We wish to develop the natural love of God in the hearts of the children so that they may seek Him above all things and find joy in worshipping Him in the beauty of holiness.”

The St. Austin School currently is enrolling for the 2012-2013 academic year.

The St. Austin School 1755 Des Peres Road • St. Louis (314) 580-2802 www.saintaustinschool.org

After being in the art business for 16 years and selling from her home, Marilyn Borgmann opened Art-Biz Gallery in 1996. Full of artwork for everyone and every place, Art-Biz offers a diverse selection of artwork, ranging from traditional to contemporary.

Art-Biz is the only Thomas Kinkade dealer in St. Louis. With a vast selection of highly affordable artwork available, Art-Biz features numerous local artists, folk artists and masters, such as Cao Yong. Other artwork includes hand-painted oils, photography, etchings and engravings, sports, open and limited editions, giclees, serigraphs, wildlife, cast paper, mixed media, St. Louis prints and handcrafted jewelry.

“Not only do we have a diverse selection of artwork, we have artists available who can create a custom piece to your needs,” Borgmann said. “We can work in oils, acrylics, pastels, charcoal or mixed media, whether it’s enlarging a favorite print from a catalog picture, changing its colors to match your decor, taking a print and transferring it

to canvas or creating portraits of people or animals from photographs – we can do it all.” Art-Biz also has an extensive catalog library of artwork and offers free research for that hard-to-find print.

Ready-made frames are available as well as custom framing.

“We have framed everything from simple art to sports jerseys and even tiger whiskers,” Borgmann said. “There are so many possibilities.”

She said one of the many things ArtBiz prides itself on is customer service.

“Our customers become like family,” Borgmann said. “You experience that commitment when you walk in the door and are greeted by a friendly ‘Hello.’” Stop in to pick up a free Thomas Kinkade 25th Anniversary print today, while supplies last.

Art-Biz Gallery 14632 Manchester Road • Winchester (636) 256-9994 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Tues. – Sat. or by special appointment www.artbizgallery.com

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Since 2000, the New England lighthouse at Cape Albeon, an independent and assisted senior living community in southwest St. Louis County, has signaled the best of retirement living.

Dedicated to helping its residents maintain their independence and passion for life, Cape Albeon features warm and inviting living spaces surrounded by nature’s best. A fun, friendly and exciting culture is built through senior-specific programs and amenities.

“Our goal is to provide a safe, comfortable, and worry-free senior life that offers residents all the comforts of home,” said Carol DiSanza, Executive Director.

Cape Albeon offers retirement cottages and apartments, assisted-living apartments and personal care services in a lovely, 18-acre neighborhood nestled between two scenic lakes.

The Harbor houses spacious one- and two bedroom independent living apartments with full kitchens, walk-in closets, a patio or porch and washer/dryer

hookups. Harbor residents enjoy a fitness studio, indoor pool and spa and beautiful lakeside dining room with a cozy fireplace, library, club room and a chapel for religious services.

At The Village, Cape Albeon’s assisted-living apartments, residents enjoy exercise classes; make new friends over delicious, nutritious meals; attend church and take bus outings. A 24-hour caring staff assists residents with medication management, housekeeping, laundry, transportation and much more.

There are no high-pressure sales at Cape Albeon. Visitors can schedule a tour and have lunch with residents to discover why they enjoy living there.

Cape Albeon is a not-for-profit community locally operated by St. Andrews Management Services. Its tradition is rooted in faith and service to others.

Since 1995, Chesterfield franchise owner Nancy Barrett, ASID, has been creating “beautiful rooms” for delighted clients. Barrett has maintained a business philosophy of providing excellent design service, on projects large and small, tailored to the client’s needs and wants.

“I usually operate like a retail store that comes to you,” Barrett said. “I carry a complete line of furniture, flooring, window treatments, wall coverings and accessories. Or, I can just provide hourly design advice.”

Barrett carries an impressive list of interior design credentials. The former graphic artist is a professional member of American Society of Interior Designers and the past chapter president. She was named the Field Manager of the Year for Decorating Den Interiors.

Her work has been featured in many books and magazines, and she has received design awards for six consecutive years.

Barrett first offers a complimentary consultation to assess the client’s

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desires for their home or office. She asks a lot of questions to determine their needs and personal style preferences. She suggests a plan of action for the best way to create the space of their dreams within their investment allowance. For those who purchase items from Barrett, there is no design fee.

“I can take care of everything from concept to installation,” Barrett said.

“My goal is to make any experience easy and enjoyable for my clients. I use my design expertise and experience to help them avoid costly mistakes and make the most of their decorating dollars. Many of my clients prefer to work with me in stages and I have new 3D imaging available to show a visualization of the finished results.”

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Bonhomme Presbyterian Church is a mission-oriented church “where faith grows.” A 1,500-member community established in 1816, the church is committed to spiritual learning and service to the community. The church’s mission programs, from local to national to global, offer members the opportunity to put their faith in action through service.

“We really want to be of service to people in the community, the city of St. Louis and to other places in the world,” Senior Pastor Tom Pfizenmaier said.

One example happened this past Christmas when the church raised $65,000 to build a school in Ethiopia.

The church offers many classes for folks of all ages covering the basics of Christianity. For those who are ready to go a bit deeper in their studies, the Bonhomme Academy offers credit toward an Academy Certificate.

The church is excited about Minister of Outreach Don Everts’ new book, entitled “The Missional Christian” released this summer.

Indigo Joe’s Sports Pub & Restaurant is the hot spot in Wildwood where friends and families of all ages go to have a great evening out. In fact, there is even more to cheer about in 2012 as West News Magazine has voted Indigo Joes as the “Best Happy Hour” restaurant in the area!!

It was several years ago that owners, Brett Beiter, Kurt Beiter & Jeff Wiess envisioned opening a neighborhood restaurant where families could watch their favorite sports teams while enjoying a delicious, reasonably priced meal.

Consistency is everything in the food and entertainment business. Four years have passed now since Indigo Joe’s made a commitment to the community to provide a consistent quality product.

As an upscale sports pub and restaurant, Indigo Joe’s offers a variety of menu items. Head Chef Mike Sano recently built a new menu that includes crowd-pleasing appetizers, signature salads, ½ lb angus burgers, wraps, pizzas, steaks and tender smoked baby back ribs. The customers have given the new menu offerings rave reviews!

Worship services are held Sunday mornings for Traditional and Contemporary services, and beginning on Feb. 25, Contemporary Saturday night services will be held. “This will be a way to try and reach out to people for whom Sunday morning just doesn’t work,” Pfizenmaier said. The church also is implementing a new program, Word in Life, a new approach to spiritual formation. “This is a new thing for us and a way for people to dig a little deeper into their own lives,” Pfizenmaier said.

One of the oldest Presbyterian churches west of the Mississippi River, Bonhomme Presbyterian Church is a place where people care about one another.

“We are internally vibrant, knowing and growing in the mind and heart of Jesus,” Pfizenmaier said.

Bonhomme Presbyterian Church 14820 Conway Road • Chesterfield (636) 532-3486 www.bonpres.org

Brett Beiter Owner, Melissa Messmer Manager, Michael Sano Chef

Indigo Joe’s of course also offers a full bar with 20 ice cold beers on tap.

The 33 High-Definition TV’s makes watching your favorite sporting event feel like you are actually there in person. Tuesday night trivia is a weekly attraction for customers and don’t forget live music at least twice a month.

Indigo Joe’s is a place where customer satisfaction is a priority. The enthusiastic staff will go out of their way to make sure everyone is having a great time. Don’t forget February is “Customer Appreciation Month.” In honor of our 4 years in business and to celebrate our loyal customers we will feature live music every weekend and offer amazing daily food and drink specials.

Indigo Joe’s Sports Pub & Restaurant 16721 Main St. • Wildwood (636) 458-4900 11 a.m. to 1 a.m., Mon. – Sat.; 11 a.m. to midnight on Sun. www.ijswildwood.com

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High school boys’ volleyball Westminster Christian Academy junior Mitch Penning spent his holiday break from school in California. He did not work on his tan – he worked on his volleyball game. The 6-foot-8, 195-pound Penning is a middle blocker for the Wildcats.

The USA Volleyball High Performance Department held its 2011 Boys’ Youth and Select Holiday Camp in Poway, Calif., and Penning was selected as one of 32 players for the practice squad for the Youth National Team.

“The camp was extremely beneficial for me,” Penning said. “Every coach gave me different information about how I play and how I could improve. They went down to the tiniest details of attacking, blocking, and just about every skill of the sport.

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“I was extremely impressed by Coach Shibuya,” Penning said. “He was a great coach and helped me a lot throughout the camp. I had probably around 20 conversations with him one on one.

He is a great guy, and I would be honored to be coached by him again. The majority of the athletes were from California and there were around 10 people who were from other parts of the country, including myself.

“A lot of the California kids were mean to the people who they did not know because they just assumed that we were not good because we had not been to the USA camps before.”

Despite that, Penning said he learned at the camp and enjoyed himself.

“There are too many things to count that I will bring back to how I will play in St. Louis,” Penning said. “The main thing will probably be the effort. Every player gave 100 percent every time they touched a ball.

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“It was a very impressive tournament with five teams who in recent years have had national rankings,” Streb said. “This year’s No. 32 and 44 in the nation wrestled in the finals with CBC of Memphis knocking off the higher-ranked Blue Springs.

Anytime your tournament has national implications, it’s a good tournament.”

CBC went 3-2 at the event. Two Cadets went 5-0 in their matches. They were sophomore Bay Roehr at 106 and senior Alec Maglione at 145. Streb said he was happy to get his grapplers involved in the invitational.

“I don’t want state to be our toughest tournament,” Streb said. “Tournaments like ours test the limits of our kids, make them battle-hardened.”

The season so far has been OK, Streb said. “We’re at the final push. That’s when I start getting more interested in results.”

At the recent All-Suburban meet at Hazelwood Central, Parkway North senior David Evans won at 138 to remain undefeated. Lafayette’s Nick Olejnik (145) also stayed undefeated, winning his weight class. Parkway South heavyweight Donnell Walker (285) also won to keep his record spotless.

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It is the first time Westminster will participate in the event, which will be played Thurs., Jan. 26 at the Scottrade Center.

The Coaches vs. Cancer initiative provides education and prevention information to basketball fans nationwide and invites fans to join with their local coach in support of the program.Stipanovich said he believed Westminster was selected based upon the team’s competitive record and the school’s reputation as an active, spirited and supportive community.

“We view it as an honor to be selected and we want to represent Westminster well,” said Stipanovich. “We’re going to do our best to put on a good show for the fans to raise money for a great cause.”

Eight games, including two girls’ contests, will be played throughout the day, with the first game starting at 9:30 a.m. and the final contest at 8:30 p.m. Westminster Christian Academy will play in the first game of the day against Mary Institute Country Day School at 9:30 a.m. That will be a rematch of the two Metro League teams who played for the championship of the MICDS Holiday Tournament.

The other games are: • 11 a.m., MICDS vs. Parkway South.

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CBC graduate A.J. Cochran was unanimously selected to the Big Ten all-freshman team.

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defender at the University of Wisconsin, attended the U.S. Under-20 Men’s National Team training camp earlier this month in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. A total of 36 players attended the camp.

CBC Coach Terry Michler said the honor to be selected is huge.

“Not many get that chance, so it is very significant,” Cochran said.

U.S. Coach Tab Ramos began preparing the squad for the 2013 FIFA Under-20 World Cup qualifying tournament. The World Cup will be held in Turkey in 2013, and every player on the roster is age-eligible for the competition.

Cochran was a unanimous selection to the Big Ten all-freshman team. He started 18 games for the Badgers.

Cochran netted one goal and added three assists. He missed two games because of injuries.

“A lot of the college game is played in the air and defending crosses is his strength,” Michler said. “College soccer is also physical and he can handle that quite well. His past has provided him a lot of valuable experience.”

“He was a top recruit, and the expectations are high for those guys, but you still have to show and play every day against more experienced players.”

Being a unanimous selection to the Big Ten all-freshman team was a big accomplishment as well.

“The Big 10 is very strong in soccer,” Michler said. “From top to bottom, there is very little difference.

It is a big honor for him, and I’m sure that helped him get a look from the national team.”

Michler said he tries to follow his Cadets when they leave CBC. “It is nice to see them growing and developing into better players and reaching more of their potential,” Michler said.

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By WARREN MAYES It’s a good thing Eureka senior girls’ basketball player Alex Hillyer didn’t listen when she was in middle school at St. James.

“I was told in the seventh and eighth grades I should quit basketball,” Hillyer said, “that I shouldn’t play it anymore. I’ve proven hard work pays off. I showed them.

I had dreams and wanted to play basketball, so that’s what I’m doing.”

Indeed.

At presstime, Hillyer is averaging 21.2 points a game.

Certainly, Wildcats Coach James Alsup is glad Hillyer moved to Eureka just before her freshman year.

“She came in as a freshman and worked her way into the lineup,” Alsup said. “Halfway through the season she got into the starting lineup and she’s been there ever since.”

It was just then that Hillyer hit a growth spurt and grew to be a 6-foot-3 post player.

“I grew right before my freshman year,” Hillyer said. “I was a guard until then. I developed an outside shot and ballhandling skills. My freshman year was the first time I ever played post. I didn’t know how to do it.”

So, Hillyer figured it out. She did it in a novel way. As most youngsters do now, she went to her computer for help.

“I watched You Tube videos on post players and then went and played in the driveway,” Hillyer said. “I took my laptop outside and looked up post moves from different players and worked on it. I worked hard on things to make me a better player.”

Alsup said she adapted well.

“She’s a kid who grew up as a guard and hit a growth spurt and had to change positions,” Alsup said. “She’s still got guard ability. She can shoot the 3. She can handle the ball a little bit.”

She is a captain this year and looking to go out well for the Wildcats.

“Overall, I want us to go farther than ever before in the postseason,” Hillyer said.

“We want to get out of districts and move on to the sectionals.”

Alsup is counting on her to help lead Eureka to a successful finish.

“We expected a lot out of her going into the season,” Alsup said. “In her last regular-season game last year, she topped the 1,000-point mark. We expected her to score a lot of points and be a leader for us this season. She’s doing exactly what we’ve needed. She’s leading the team with her play and vocally and showing it with her effort. She’s a real good senior for us. Without Alex, we struggle. If she doesn’t put up her 20 points and get rebounds every night,

we have a hard time winning ballgames.”

Scoring takes help, Hillyer said.

“I give the credit to my teammates,” Hillyer said. “I couldn’t do it without them. I am not Alex Hillyer a natural athlete. I spend an hour shooting every morning at the Y. If I didn’t go in the morning, I go to the Y after practice in the evening and shoot. I believe repetition gives you muscle memory. I’ve worked hard with that. I work hard at everything I do. I try to never slack at anything. I try to make the most of every opportunity I have in the gym.”

In her spare time, she likes to watch her brother and sister play basketball. Her brother, Nick, is in the eighth grade and her sister, Katey, is 9 years old.

“I like to watch them,” Hillyer said. “I love spending time with them and helping them grow to be better athletes. They’ll both pass me up by far. They’ll be better basketball players.”

When she graduates, Hillyer will continue to play. She signed last fall to play at Missouri State.

“The coaches are great there. I didn’t know I was going there at first,” Hillyer said. “I visited other schools and liked some things about each one but not every thing. Then I went to Missouri State and it felt like it was the right place for me to be.”

Alsup took Eureka to Springfield last summer for a team camp. It was at that camp that Missouri State coaches saw Hillyer and liked what they saw.

“She discovered she could play outside,” Alsup said. “She plays in the summer with St. Louis Addidas, and they left her on the block all the time. We took our team there to the camp, and they saw she could play outside. I don’t know if they’ll leave her in the post, but maybe she’ll be a power forward for them.

“They’ve got a good tradition down there at Springfield for women’s basketball. She’s going into a good situation from what I’ve seen. She’ll fit right in. Once we went down there, she fell in love with the place.

Naturally, Alsup said he will miss her being a Wildcat.

“She’s been a pleasure to coach. We’ll definitely miss her when she leaves. She’s real coachable. She’s been a leader. She knows and understands the game well enough that she likes to give me suggestions. Some of them are pretty good.”

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By WARREN MAYES Whitfield junior Chris Wilkes is a wrestler on a mission.

Wilkes entered the season with 110 wins in his career and two third-place finishes in Class 1 at state. In his state tournaments, he lost each time to veteran state champions.

Now he is at it again, trying to get back to Columbia for the state meet. At presstime, he is 26-0 wrestling at 132 pounds.

Still, those two third-place finishes at state at 125 and 130 pounds rankle him.

“It motivates me to do even better,” Wilkes said. “My goal is winning state.

Every wrestler wants to win state.”

Whitfield Coach Charlie Sherertz said not winning at state is a point of concern for Wilkes.

“I think it bothers him,” Sherertz said. “I don’t think he prepared himself last year in one match and it cost him. He lost to a good kid. Chris is an exceptional kid. He’s an exceptional talent and potentially the best I’ve ever coached. I’ve been doing this a long time.”

While the undefeated record is nice, Sherertz said he only wants Wilkes and another wrestlers he has to go 7-0 in the final seven matches of the season.

“It’s a goal of mine to make the schedule tough enough to make it impossible to go undefeated,” Sherertz said. “My goal is to go undefeated in your last seven so you can make it through district and state.”

Sherertz is seeing a young man grow in maturity and he likes that. It helps make Wilkes a better matman.

“I like to think he’s maturing,” Sherertz said. “He’s becoming more of a team player, not that he wasn’t before. He’s just growing up. As talented as he is, he is a young kid and starting to mature.”

This year, wrestling at the high school level changed the weight classes. Another level was created at the upper division and that eliminated one in the lower levels.

To help the team, Sherertz said Wilkes is wrestling at 132.

“He’s managing his weight. It’s a battle.

He’s making room for other kids on the team,” Sherertz said. “The decision to take

a weight out of the middle and put it in the upper weights penalized smaller guys. That really put us in a pinch.

We were strong in the middle. Fitting them in the there has been a Chris Wilkes real challenge.

He (Wilkes) has the talent to win at different classes in my opinion. It’s a necessity for him to be at 132. I’m proud of him for that. He’d be more comfortable at 138.

At 132, it’s better for our team.”

Wilkes has won some big matches over talented grapplers this season. At the Ron Sauer Tournament at Fox High, Wilkes defeated an opponent from Yorktown, Ind. “It went to sudden death. He stalled a lot.

I won 2-1. That was a big accomplishment for me,” Wilkes said. “It’s the only match I’d ever gone to sudden death” “He had a big win over the one of the topranked kids from Indiana,” Sherertz said.

“He was very dominant. It’s just a matter of him focusing.”

Wilkes earned the outstanding wrestler award at the 51st annual William “Red” Schmitt Holiday Wrestling Tournament at Granite City. He scored a 3-1 overtime victory over University of Illinois recruit Zane Richards, of Carbondale. Richards was ranked No. 1 in the nation at the time.

He won with the lone takedown early in overtime.

“That’s pretty big,” Wilkes said. “I wrestled him before. He’d always beaten me badly. When I wrestled him two years ago, it was like a freestyle tournament. I walked up to him and I told him I’m not going to stop until I beat you. I just wanted to set that goal for myself to beat him. Now that I’ve set the goal and done it, I have to train even harder to keep it up like that.”

Sherertz agreed it was an impressive performance.

“That was a big win over that kid going to Illinois,” Sherertz said. “But like I tried to tell him, it was yesterday’s news. You have to win a state title and that has to be at the front of your mind.”

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“Our company is committed to providing quality service to each of our customers. That’s why when you call us you will always be answered by a live person - no menus! We believe that if you are willing to make the effort to call us, we should be willing to make the effort to take your call and be prepared to take care of your needs,” Butch Welsch said.

“With our company, our customers are not just numbers. We value every one of our customers and will do everything we can to make certain they are satisfied. We are extremely proud to have served customers in the St. Louis area for over 117 years, and we are still very dedicated to make sure that we serve you properly.”

Welsch has assembled a staff of professionals unparalleled in the St. Louis area. Their office and sales staff alone has over 350 years of combined experience in the industry.

Welsch only offers trusted and superior product lines. Names such as Lennox, Bryant, American-Standard, Geocomfort and Rheem are industry leaders in quality and dependability.

This combination of experience, superior customer service and top of the line equipment are what has kept Welsch Heating and Cooling Company at the top of the industry for over 100 years.

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BaumHouse design At BaumHouse design, clients can enjoy a beautiful home and leave the worrying up to the professionals who love taking creativity to the next level.

BaumHouse design provides a turnkey service to its clientele, from initial basic concept design to the finished remodel of the home, with an emphasis in customer service, quality of products and attention to detail.

All design plans are unique to the specific customer.

“We listen to the goals of the proposed project –use of the space, desired results and budgetary guidelines – to create the perfect design for any home,” Owner/Designer Julie Baum, ASID, said.

A financial analyst before returning to college for interior design, Baum has ten years experience designing; three years ago, she opened her kitchen and bath showroom where walk-in customers are welcome.

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The BaumHouse design team consists of degreed interior designers who are dedicated to continually advancing their knowledge base of new products and techniques, always considering the health, safety and welfare of the consumer. They also strive to better the environment through the use of ecofriendly products to achieve the highest standards of excellence.

BaumHouse design’s ultimate goal is to provide its customers with a worryfree renovation experience every time.

Satisfaction is crutial.

“We provide the essential elements of the home, refined to near perfection,” Baum said.

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For those who have tried nearly every diet and failed, Thinnergy Medical Weight Loss offers a proven program, supervised by caring, compassionate physicians.

Drs. Amy Miller and Elizabeth Laffey are board-certified doctors who create a weight loss program for each person’s specific needs.

“One diet doesn’t fit all,” Laffey said.

“We believe you will lose weight only when you have medical, emotional and behavioral support tailored just to you.”

Miller and Laffey factor in diabetes, hypertension, mobility, low thyroid and other medical concerns to devise a personalized diet and exercise plan.

Unlike diet books or over-the-counter remedies, Thinnergy doctors can prescribe appetite suppressants, energy increasing injections and natural metabolism booster supplements that help shed pounds quickly and avoid plateaus. They also create a behavior modification plan for each individual’s

With more than 146 years of successful operation, Commerce Bank offers financial strength and stability. Attesting to this, Commerce Bancshares, Inc., was ranked No. 7 in Forbes’ (12/13/2011) list of America’s Best Banks for 2011.

Commerce is also rated number seven on Bank Director magazine’s 2011 Top 150 Bank Performance Scorecard.

Commerce operates as a supercommunity bank – large enough to provide a wide range of financial products and services and yet deliver them like a community bank with personal service. Offering a full range of financial products, including business and personal banking, wealth management, financial planning and investment services, Commerce is able to provide financial solutions to meet the specific needs of each of its customers.

As a customer-driven company, Commerce Bank goes beyond offering financial advice and services to consumers. According to Angie Schreck, senior vice president and Group Manager, West Region, “Commerce employees share a strong commitment to volunteerism, and support countless organizations and initiatives in an effort to give back to the community. In fact,

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“As mothers and working women, we know how hard it is to stay healthy,” Miller said. “That’s why we focus on our patients’ individual issues to achieve their goals and be healthy.”

Thinnergy offers a no-obligation initial consultation that includes a body composition; fat, water and muscle analysis; and a diet plan to meet goals.

An accelerated, quick-loss plan also is available for those who have fastapproaching weddings, reunions, cruises or other events.

“Whether you have 10 or 100 pounds to lose, looking great and feeling good definitely can be part of life again,” Laffey said.

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the West County management team serves on the Boards of 13 not-for-profit organizations in the community.”

Commerce Bank is a subsidiary of Commerce Bancshares, Inc., a $20.6 billion regional bank holding company.

For more than 146 years, Commerce Bank has been meeting the financial services needs of individuals and businesses through the Midwest region.

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Diamond & Jewelry Brokers was founded in 1978 by 2nd generation jeweler Rocky Haddad. Conveniently nestled in the Dierberg’s shopping center at Manchester & Baxter Rd, the family operated diamond business is now in its 34th year of service in St. Louis.

Although they are most known for selling diamonds and engagement rings, they are also one of St. Louis’ most powerful buyers. Many people don’t know they also buy diamonds, gold, and estate jewelry every day. Diamond & Jewelry Brokers is all about building relationships, and sometimes maintaining that relationship is not only about selling, they buy, trade, design, repair, and appraise jewelry. “Honesty is the name of the game,” says founder Rocky Haddad, “that’s how I got to where I am today, and people can simply shop around to see the difference we work so hard to create.”

In 2008, Diamond & Jewelry Brokers received the Master IJO Jeweler accreditation, which is based on a strict code of ethical standards , and is also the world’s

largest diamond and jewelry buying group. “We are a family business with more buying clout than large chain stores, and we love when customers shop around and learn for themselves how we are positioned to sell diamonds,” says Michael Haddad. “We buy diamonds directly from DeBeers diamond cutters every day, saving our customers thousands on a once in a lifetime purchase.”

Rocky’s wife recently retired from the Special School District of Rockwood after over 30 years of service. His two sons Michael and Alex Haddad, have embraced the family business and now work alongside Rocky as 3rd Generation jewelers. Anthony Haddad, now solely owns Yummi Image LLC, a multi-faceted marketing agency that handles the advertising campaigns for Diamond & Jewelry Brokers and other local businesses.

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Fifty years ago, voters approved establishment of the Junior College District of St. Louis-St. Louis County.

Today, St. Louis Community College is the largest community college district in Missouri and one of the most influential community colleges in the nation. Since 1962, more than 1.2 million people have come through the doors to pursue higher education, career preparation, professional development and personal enrichment. Yet, STLCC continues to measure success one student at a time.

There are four campuses and two education centers in St. Louis and St. Louis County to serve the higher education needs of the area. The Wildwood campus opened in 2007 to serve the growing West County area. Students can complete an associate’s degree in general transfer studies, business administration, communication arts (advertising/public relations), fine arts/ arts education or teaching. They also can take the prerequisites required for programs offered at the other campuses.

The college strives to provide a quality

learning experience, offering students the chance to take classes close to home and transfer easily to a bachelor’s degree or the career program of their choice.

A unique partnership between STLCC and University of Missouri-St. Louis offers students the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s degree in business administration, elementary education or liberal studies from UMSL right on Wildwood’s campus.

STLCC-Wildwood has experienced instructors, small class sizes, free tutoring services, and a full-service library. Students can develop their academic resume by participating in Student Government, Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society, honors programs, study abroad and service learning projects. The campus also has clubs and special events that help students connect with each other outside the classroom.

At STLCC, students achieve success in a vibrant, supportive learning environment.

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Enhancing the bond between your pet and family

Roy’s Auto Repair is the cornerstone of auto repair in West County. Family owned for more than 30 years. Roy’s is widely known for its honesty and quality work.

“We want our customers to be able to drop off their vehicles and feel assured that we will take care of them in a timely manner and at a fair price,” said Steve Johnson, operations manager and son-in-law of owners Roy and Carol Esslinger. “You don’t have to worry about high-pressure sales tactics here; just come in for what you need and leave with exactly that.”

Roy’s offers minor to major repairs on all domestic and foreign models.

Its highly trained technicians, with more than 100 years of combined experience, are ASE-certified in eight areas of repair, including engines, brakes and transmissions, heating and A/C systems, to mention a few. They are continually trained and tested, so customers can be confident that their vehicles are in good hands. Equipped with the latest in diagnostic testing equipment,

Roy’s staff can tackle any automotive issue and correct it the first time.

Roy’s is a licensed Missouri State Safety and Emissions Testing facility.

So when it’s time to renew your license plates, give Roy’s a call. Roy’s Auto Repair is a member of the Better Business Bureau and is a AAA-authorized repair facility. Its A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and Super Service Award from Angie’s List show that the customers always come first.

Roy’s Auto Repair was recognized as the Business of the Year for 2011. At the same time, Senator Jane Cunningham and the Missouri Senate recognized Roy’s Auto Repair for its excellence in business.

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Positive Paws Pet Training believes that strengthening the communication between your dog and family is essential in creating a healthy bond and achieving acceptable behaviors. Kim Gracner, owner of Positive Paws Pet Training, has educated owners and changed behaviors of over 2,000 dogs.

Positive Paws Pet Training opened in 2006, and offers in-home customized training programs tailored to achieve your goals and your dog’s needs.

Kim believes that training in the dog’s environment is most successful for behavioral change. “Problematic behaviors typically occur within the home environment. Since dogs need leadership and proper structure, the family plays an important role in the training process”, Kim says. It is essential for your dog to understand your expectations for successful training.

The programs at Positive Paws Pet Training are structured to teach all ages and breeds. Whether you’re just acquiring a new puppy, attempting to manage your strong-willed adolescent, or striving to maximize your adult dog’s potential, Positive Paws Pet

Training can help. In addition to basic cues, everyday issues such as house training, jumping, digging, nipping, and excessive barking are addressed.

Programs are offered for more challenging issues such as aggression, fear and anxiety.

The method of training is as important as the cues which are taught. Positive Paws Pet Training practices positive techniques. Kim advocates that dogs learn more readily from rewarding methods.

Kim is a Certified Canine Behavior Counselor, Certified Pet Dog Trainer, member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers, Association of Companion Animal Behavior Counselors, and Better Business Bureau.

Kim has two four-legged family members: Brandie, a Chocolate Labrador Retriever, and Baxter, a Golden Retriever.

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Anticipated expenditures during the current budget year include: $10,480,076 from the general fund; $6,506,273 from the ambulance fund; $264,500 in one-time outlays including $115,000 for capital items and $149,500 in unused sick pay for retired Chief Clifford “Chip” Biele; $988,300 from the dispatch fund; $302,500 for debt service; and $1,903,000 for the pension fund.

The overall total is nearly $1.3 million less than the 2011 budget, with the difference coming from anticipated lower outlays for special events, legal fees, conferences and consulting. Lower debt service costs also are anticipated as the district ends payments of principle and interest on an earlier bond issue. The district already has approved a 2012 health care insurance plan that anticipates no cost increase over 2011 and also plans to implement a wellness program while reducing physicals.

The sick leave payment to Biele is because he did not take any days off due to illness during his 44-year career.

What is not known is the budgetary impact, if any, of a new agreement now being negotiated with the firefighters union that represents most of the district’s employees.

The budget was approved unanimously at the board’s Dec. 29 meeting after a debate over projected overtime costs, ways of lowering them and where any possible savings would go.

Robin Harris, the board’s treasurer, said

a projected $480,000 for overtime was too high. The amount is 10 times what it was a few years ago, he said, adding that an amount of less than $300,000 was more reasonable and that savings could be better used elsewhere. However, he rescinded a motion to amend the budget after a recess to discuss the issue with Michelle DePew, Monarch controller, and voted with Kim Evans, board president, and Steve Swyers, board secretary, to OK the spending plan.

Jan. 24 (after West Newsmagazine press time) was the deadline for filing a notice to place a bond issue on the April 3 election ballot, Michelle Bock and Heather Mudd from the Piper Jaffray investment firm told the Monarch board. Bock said that while current economic conditions argue against a bond issue, low interest rates make the timing favorable.

Funds from a bond issue would be used for capital expenditures, primarily rolling stock needed to replace older equipment.

Mudd said the firm cannot contribute any funds to support a campaign favoring the bond issue but that it could provide assistance by supplying educational materials and communications help. If taxpayers understand what they are receiving from the bond issue, approval is much more likely than when that message is unclear, Mudd said.

Bond issue approval requires a foursevenths majority of those voting.

The board deferred action on the issue until later. Although no specific amount was set, Evans said the district could issue about $2.8 million in bonds without a tax increase. She said the district does not now have a long-range plan that includes capital equipment and that she wants to make that plan a priority for Chief Tom Vineyard.

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By TED DIXON JR. The Creve Coeur City Council at its meeting on Jan. 9 officially gave approval to allow chicken hens to be kept by residents for non-commercial and non-breeding purposes, under certain restrictions.

In October 2009, Creve Coeur added chickens and other fowl to its list of prohibited animals as part of a general revision to the code. City Administrator Mark Perkins said several residents contacted the city in 2010 expressing a desire to keep chickens on their properties. Last August, the council began discussing whether residents should be allowed to keep chickens.

The city then conducted research on the matter and gathered input from residents.

The resulting survey concluded that 60 of the 122 residents who responded were very supportive of the idea, 37 were very

opposed, nine were opposed, another nine were neutral and seven were supportive.

The ordinance states that up to nine chicken hens may be kept for private, noncommercial and non-breeding use on a single-family lot that is at least 7,500 square feet in total land area. An additional hen is allowed for each 2,500 square feet above the minimum lot size, up to a maximum of 12 hens. Roosters are prohibited. Also, the chickens must be securely constrained and enclosed in a suitable shelter, chicken coop or aviary. The buildings must not exceed 12 feet in height or 100 feet in overall floor area. Any manure or other waste from the chicken hens must be collected and properly removed from the premises or tilled into the soil of the premises promptly and regularly to prevent the spreading of offensive smells or diseases.

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Huckabee headed here to support Ann Wagner for Congress Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee will be in St. Louis next month to show his support for Ballwin resident Ann Wagner in her run for U.S. Congress.

Huckabee will be a guest at a grassroots rally to take place here on Feb. 2 at the Drury Plaza Hotel in Chesterfield.

“Huck PAC and I are pleased to endorse Ann Wagner for the United States Congress from Missouri District 2,” Huckabee said in a statement. “With over 20 years of experience in the private sector, community service and politics, Ann’s career has been committed to service to her hometown, state and nation.”

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Commenting on Huckabee’s visit, Wagner said she is excited to welcome Huckabee “to fire up grassroots supports as our campaign continues to build momentum and work Ann Wagner toward historic GOP victories in 2012.”

For tickets to the rally, stop by the Ann Wagner for Congress Campaign Headquarters, located at 14551 Manchester Road in Manchester.

St. Louisans to ‘Welcome Home the Heroes’

By SARAH WILSON To celebrate the end of the Iraq War and welcome home the veterans, volunteers from St. Louis are hosting a “Welcome Home the Heroes from Iraq” parade at noon on Sat., Jan. 28 in Downtown St. Louis. The event is open to the public.

In December 2011, President Obama formally ended the Second Iraq War. In celebration, floats and bands will parade down Market Street. Volunteer organizers Tom Appelbaum and Craig Schneider were surprised to learn their city was not planning a welcome home party for the troops and decided to do something about it.

“Craig’s son is a vet, and he just thought that we just experienced this momentous event bringing the war that had been going on for so many years to a close, and we need to show our appreciation for that job that was going on over there,” Appelbaum said.

After the parade, across from Union Station, there will be a resource village with informational booths for veterans to take advantage of to help facilitate a successful transition back home.

“When our nation called our military professionals to work, they showed up to work a job where everything has to play out perfectly the first time, or people die,” the event description said.

“For nine years, so many of our sons and daughters and moms and dads and brothers and sisters carved big, extremely dangerous years out of their lives and served in the desert – because as a nation, we asked them to.

“The January 28th group is people. Period.

We’re Americans. We looked around the country after the president declared the war over and noticed that no city in America seemed to be taking a day to stop and say thank you to our Iraq veterans. Many group members are centered in St. Louis, but

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We’ve garnered support from all across the state and nation, where other Americans are considering the idea of taking a day to throw our vets a party and connect them with people and resources who want to help ease their transition back home.”

Appelbaum said from the response they have received so far, “turnout should be great.”

“We’re not making any kind of political statement with this parade,” Schneider said.

“We just want to say thank you. That’s all.

We want to show our appreciation and support for the troops that have sacrificed so much for us.”

For more information, visit the Facebook page, “Make Jan. 28 Welcome Home the Heroes from Iraq Day.” To make a donation, call Appelbaum at (314) 985-5673 or email iraqwelcomehome@gmail.com.

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Robert P. Rothenberg, DDS Robert P. Rothenberg, DDS office, is a full-service family care center with complete restorative and periodontal care for patients of all ages. Laserassisted dentistry also creates a more comfortable way for treatment, minimizing the need for anesthetic and is especially helpful with children. By utilizing the latest available technology, crowns can be delivered in one appointment, all x-rays are digital, Velscope cancer screening reveals precancerous conditions before they are seen visually, and beautiful smiles are created with Lumineers and other aesthetic options.

“We always give patients options for treatment,” Rothenberg said. “We use new procedures to provide you with the latest in cosmetic and restorative dentistry and we pride ourselves in making patients feel comfortable and relaxed.

Our investment in advanced technology means a long-term investment in your future, because state-of-the-art technology invites informed decision making and enables patients to make wise choices concerning their oral health.”

For 35 years, Lafayette Christian Preschool has been providing heartfelt Christian education and helping shape young minds with a warm and friendly learning environment.

LCP started as a backyard vacation bible school. Through the love and dedication of a handful of people, it has continued to grow in educating the young children of West County.

“We provide a well-balanced schedule of work and play,” Director Anna Weaver said.

The integrated, faith-based curriculum is developed specifically to enrich early learners between the ages of 2 and 5 years old in the areas of emotional, social, spiritual, physical and academic development.

“We want each child to develop selfconfidence with the knowledge that they are special in the eyes of God,” Weaver said. “We believe every child is a unique creation with their own

Dr. Rothenberg first got started in the dentistry field because he liked helping people and has always been good with his hands. Since 1973, he has served the West County area with his expertise in dentistry. He received his dental degree from Washington University and is a member of many respected, professional dental organizations, including ADA, Missouri Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry and is a diplomat in The World Congress of Mini mally Invasive Dentistry.

“We care about your health, and we realize each individual has different expectations, needs and concerns,” Rothenberg said. “We are looking forward to providing you with the most modern dental care available.”

Robert P. Rothenberg, DDS 49 National Way • Manchester (636) 391-6990 12:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Mon.; 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tues.; 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wed. – Thurs. www.rothenbergdds.com

individual patterns of growth. Knowing this, our teachers keep the curriculum current and challenging so that each child can feel successful in their first learning experiences.”

The best part of LCP, Weaver said, is “hands down, our staff,” which treats children as if they were their own. Staff and faculty are dedicated Christian women who treat children with respect and celebrate individuality with backto-basics character development.

“Our staff understands the trust it takes to put your child in someone else’s care,” Weaver said. “We honor and respect that and will do everything possible to provide comfort and security to both the child and the parent.”

Lafayette Christian Preschool 115 New Ballwin Road • Ballwin (636) 230-9726 9 a.m. to noon, Mon. – Fri. www.lafayettechristianpreschool.com

For 94 years, family-owned Meramec Valley Bank has been serving West County. Customers at Meramec Valley Bank not only receive competitive rates and friendly service, but also have the confidence of working with experienced, local decision-makers who actually know and support the community they serve.

Committed to the local community, Meramec Valley Bank recycles the deposits it gathers locally back into the west county community by lending to local businesses, and supporting local schools and non-profit organizations.

With a strong local foundation, Meramec Valley Bank provides personal services that simply aren’t available to regular folks at larger banks.

Meramec Valley Bank has a full-range of services for small businesses and families. The bank offers all the basic deposit products, plus great Internet Banking tools including bill-pay, remote check deposit, and E-statements. Competitive consumer lending, mortgage lending and business banking

For 54 years, the West St. Louis County Chamber of Commerce has been all about customer service.

Covering eight municipalities, including Ballwin, Clarkson Valley, Ellisville, Manchester, Twin Oaks, Valley Park, Wildwood, Winchester and parts of unincorporated West St. Louis County, the West County Chamber is constantly improving and growing.

The West County Chamber is a professional organization dedicated to representing its members, promoting and enhancing businesses, advancing community interests and overall quality of life.

Membership in the Chamber has many advantages as well: Businesses receive a free listing in the annual directory; new members receive a free spotlight in the monthly newsletter; and events such as business card exchanges, open houses, the Chamber Golf Classic, Trivia Night, Business Expo and the annual Holiday Party offer networking opportunities and an opportunity to meet fellow business owners and operators.

“We provide a multitude of effective and friendly networking events for our Chamber members,” President Lori Kelling said.

The West County Chamber strives to be a leader in supporting West St. Louis County’s

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Most importantly, Meramec Valley Bank can deliver outside the box solutions. Banking is easy when it fits in the big bank cookie cutter, but the needs of many customers are often more complex. Listening to you and thinking with you are critical, and Meramec Valley Bank promises both. The Bank prides itself on its strong heritage of building long-term relationships through management continuity, extraordinary listening, consideration of alternatives, and attention to detail.

Meramec Valley Bank is a member of the FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

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economic development, to continue growth in membership and services and to be seen as a focal point for networking among West St. Louis County businesses, cities, schools and other community organizations.

The West County Chamber has grown 57 percent in membership within the past five years, making it one of the fastest growing Chambers in the area.

Friendly, energetic and professional, the West St. Louis County Chamber of Commerce continues its motto of “caring for and exceeding the needs of our businesses.”

The West County Chamber is good business – because it is good for business.

For more information or to become a member, call or go online today.

West St. Louis County Chamber of Commerce 15965 Manchester Road, Suite 102 Ellisville (636) 230-9900 www.westcountychamber.com

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Beautifully situated in Wildwood, Ridgefield Arena, celebrating more than 40 years in business, offers picturesque bridle trails, exceptional boarding services and lots of extra amenities.

Since 1970, the family-owned and operated business has been among the area’s premier boarding and horse facilities. Spectators enjoy an airconditioned lounge and fireplace for viewing the indoor ring, as well as patios for viewing the two outside rings.

Ridgefield Riding Academy exists for horses and the people who love to ride.

English and Western riding lessons are offered for children and adults.

“We have an all-encompassing program for all aged riders beginning at age 6,” said Ridgefield owner Tracey Gentry Ryan, who was born into a family that trained and showed horses.

“Customers range from recreational riders to competing at rated hunter jumper shows and reining shows.

Our facility is well established and has produced many successful riders, instructors and champion horses.”

Frank and Ann Mahler along with their daughter and son-in-law Kelly and Chris Brown, have welcomed customers into their donut home for over 17 years.

The Donut Palace of Ellisville has expanded providing more space for the entire family while maintaining their mom and pop values.

The Donut Palace of Ellisville introduces the Creative Cookie Kitchen.

Inspired by childhood memories of her grandparents decorating holiday cookies and riding out thunderstorms with dad and a glass of milk, Kelly continues to share her love of cookies with you in the The Donut Palace of Ellisville. From the original melt-inyour-mouth chocolate chip to the made-from-scratch hand-decorated taste-as-good-as-they-look sugar cookies, along with other family favorites like gooey butter, coconut macaroons, lemon shortbread, oatmeal, black forest, to name a few, Kelly’s Creative Cookies are sure to please any crowd young or old, big or small.

They also remembered your fourlegged friend with made-from-scratch

The academy has two excellent riding instructors, Stephanie Petersen and Annie Vibbert, who know how to put the “fun” in horseback riding and teach riders with all levels of experience.

Ridgefield Arena summer camps are June 26-29, July 17-20, July 31-Aug. 3 and Aug. 7-10 and offers an advanced clinic from June 12-14. Adult clinics, birthday parties and three charity horseshows are hosted each year as well. Horse shows dates are April 2829, June 2-3 and Sept. 22-23.

Whether providing lessons to a novice rider or teaching an experienced rider a new technique, Ridgefield Arena strives to “produce great riders and share the love of horses.”

Ridgefield Arena 1410 Ridge Road • Wildwood (636) 527-3624 www.ridgefieldarena.com

dog treat cookies like Peanut Butter StarDog Treats and SnickerPoodles.

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The Donut Palace of Ellisville continues to offer over 40 different kinds of handcrafted donuts daily including long johns, glazed, oldfashioned, jellies, twists, a variety of cake donuts and their signature Apple Fritter. The Donut Palace proudly serves individually brewed Douwe Egberts premium gourmet coffee, cappuccino, lattes, espressos and steamers.

The Donut Palace of Ellisville & The Creative Cookie Kitchen knows how to party. They offer cookie decorating parties or a space to host your celebration with sweet treats to enjoy.

Call or stop in for details.

The Donut Palace of Ellisville 37 Clarkson Road • Ellisville (636) 527-2227 3:15a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon. – Sat.; 3:15 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Sun.

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If a loved one needs assistance with some daily activities to remain independent in his or her home, you can place your trust in Martha’s Hands.

Martha’s Hands Home Health is on a mission to serve with compassion.

Martha’s Hands provides quality, compassionate, private duty home health care.

Assistance that Martha’s Hands can provide includes bathing, grooming, dressing, meal preparation/cleanup, medication setup and reminders, light housekeeping, laundry, errand running, mental stimulation, companionship and spiritual support.

Eileen and John Hedrick founded Martha’s Hands more than 30 years ago.

While a nursing student, Eileen was taught compassionate care by the Sisters of Mercy emphasizing total wellness.

Because she wanted to maintain those high standards, Eileen founded Martha’s Hands.

Since its founding in 1997, Martha’s Hands has become one of the most

The Crack Team since 1985 has served the St. Louis area as a local leader in the foundation repair industry, treating thousands of cracks and leaks each year. Tom and Cindy Ely, The Crack Team’s owners since 2006, said, “We provide foundation repair and waterproofing services to residential and commercial customers in St. Louis and Franklin Counties.” Last year marked The Crack Team’s 27th year in business. The Crack Team has built its reputation by providing quality repairs and world-class customer service.

Cracks happen. Whether in a basement or garage, cracks are a fact of concrete and can alarm even the savviest of homeowners. Fortunately, most concrete cracks pose no structural concern and can be repaired easily, quickly and at affordable prices. The Crack Team uses multiple types of resins to inject cracks. Their exclusively formulated TeamSeal, TeamFlex, and TeamFill products are used to effectively waterproof concrete foundation cracks. Most work is done inside the home using noninvasive, clean methods. A structural component can also be added to the repair using

respected private duty agencies in the area. With it’s unique care model, Martha’s Hands has provided over two million hours of service.

Martha’s Hands continues to strive for high standards and is actively involved with the National Private Duty Association and the Missouri Alliance for Home Care.

Martha’s Hands also supports the local community through volunteering and supporting the Alzheimer’s Association, Memory Care Home Solutions and the Kirkwood/Des Peres Chamber of Commerce.

So if you ever need guidance through the maze of elder care issues, place your trust in Martha’s Hands.

Martha’s Hands Home Health 12813 Flushing Meadows Drive, Suite 250 Town & Country (314) 965-4350 www.marthashands.com

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“We use state-of-the-art technologies to provide a reliable and cost-effective solution for our customers’ needs,” Tom Ely said. “Our goal is simply to provide the best quality and customer service in the industry.”

Elys’ franchise in Eureka is A-rated on Angie’s List and the Better Business Bureau with no complaints. The Crack Team has the solution for concrete or block foundation cracks, sump pump drain systems, and leaning or bowing walls. Most importantly, The Crack Team provides free estimates and a “Life of the Structure Warranty.”

Call today to find out why thousands of realtors, inspectors and homeowners rely on The Crack Team for their foundation repair needs each year.

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By CAROL ENRIGHT Recent news has reported a nationwide shortage of the drugs used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

But it seems as if, at least in the St. Louis area, adults and children who use the drugs are managing to find them.

“There’s definitely a shortage out there,” said Clark Kebodeaux, pharmacist at an area Walgreen’s and assistant professor of pharmacy practice at St. Louis College of Pharmacy.

Kebodeaux said the reason for the shortage is a simple matter of supply and demand. The active ingredients in drugs such as Adderall and Ritalin are controlled substances. The Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) regulates them because they are amphetamines – the effects of which have been likened to cocaine – that have a high potential for abuse. Each year, the DEA sets quotas for these drugs based on what it considers the legitimate medical need. The DEA recently announced that, based on current shortages, it has increased its 2012 quotas for the drugs.

“What happens is ... the government releases a certain amount of the materials needed … to make these medications and, recently, the demand has exceeded the supply,” Kebodeaux said.

Both the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists list the drug shortages on their websites. Manufacturers are blaming the shortage on supply issues with the raw materials and an increase in

demand. Statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) support that claim. The CDC states that recent data from surveys of parents indicate that the percentage of children with parentreported ADHD diagnoses increased by 22 percent between 2003 and 2007.

Kebodeaux said the drug he is having the most difficulty keeping in stock is the generic version of Adderall. Karen Mahoney, a spokesperson for the FDA, confirmed that while the two generic versions of Adderall XR are in short supply, there is a good supply of the brand name, long-acting Adderall XR. Kebodeaux said that although the shortage is affecting the availability of specific doses and brands, patients still are able to find a drug to treat their ADHD. Sometimes, that means substituting two 5-milligram pills for one 10-milligram pill, he said.

A check with school nurses at the Parkway and Rockwood school districts confirmed Kebodeaux’s assessment of the shortage: Some parents are finding it hard to fill prescriptions, but they seem to be managing the situation.

Amy Wehr, supervisor for wellness and health services for the Rockwood School District, sent an email to the district’s school nurses asking about the shortage.

She said that four nurses responded that they knew of parents who were having problems filling their children’s prescriptions, but those were limited to delays in getting prescriptions filled and having to search for the drugs at other pharmacies.

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Jo Enzmann, of Wildwood, recently participated in the Navy SEAL Foundation’s Tampa Bay Frogman Swim in Florida. The 2012 Frogman Swim, a 5K open water event held Jan. 8, The members of the first wave of swimmers, including Jo featured 120 swimmers, Enzmann (third from left), who participated in the Navy including three-time SEAL Foundation’s Tampa Bay Frogman Swim.

Olympic medalist Brooke Bennett and Swimming Triple Crown swimmer Craig Lenning.

Proceeds from the event are used to provide injury assistance to Navy SEALs and tragedy assistance for families who have lost a loved one in training or in combat, such as the family of Carson Vaughn, one of the SEAL Team 6 members killed in a helicopter that was shot down in Afghanistan.

“Because of our donations, his daughter … and many other children will be provided for and will get to go to college,” Enzmann said. “It was my privilege to meet and talk to this man’s mother, father, wife and little girl … and I want to pass along the thanks that they expressed to me for the donations that were made to the Navy SEAL Foundation for this event.”

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On the calendar “Eating for Health and Fitness” is from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thurs., Jan. 26 at Whole Foods Market (1160 Town and Country Crossing Drive in Town & Country). Participants will learn how Cristin McGrath lost 275 pounds without fads, magic pills or starvation. Admission is $5.

RSVP is required. To register, call 5271160 or visit wholefoodsmarket.com.

••• “Fuel the Life Source” is from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tues., Jan. 31 at Whole Foods Market (1160 Town and Country Crossing Drive in Town & Country). Learn why eating green is so important and what it has to do with health. Green foods are typically the opposite of acidic, which helps fuel the body. Uncooked, organic, alive food enables the body to absorb the nutrition properly, and thus, gives the body what it needs to thrive. Participants will learn how to fuel the body with organic coconut seed milk protein smoothie and vegan cream of broccoli soup. Participants also will learn about colon function and why it is important to keep it clean. The class costs $5.

RSVP is required. Call 527-1160.

••• The St. Luke’s Mobile Mammography Unit is open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Fri., Feb. 3 at St. Luke’s Urgent Care (11550 Olive Blvd. in Creve Coeur), from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Mon., Feb. 6 at St. Luke’s Urgent Care (233 Clarkson Road in Ellisville) and from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Tues., Feb. 21 at Daniel Boone Library (300 Clarkson Road in Ellisville), as well as additional dates and locations. Annual screening mammograms are recommended for women older than 40. Mammograms are performed by appointment on the mobile unit with walkins welcome if space is available. Bring an insurance card and a photo ID. To schedule an appointment, call (314) 205-6565.

••• “More than Just Forgetfulness: Dealing with Dementia and Alzheimer’s” is from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Tues., Feb. 7 at St. Luke’s Hospital (232 S. Woods Mill Road in Chesterfield). Participants will learn the latest in prevention, diagnosis, treatment and coping strategies for individuals and families affected by these conditions. The program is free. To register, call (314) 5762345 or visit stlukes-stl.com.

••• “What Health Clubs Don’t Tell You About Losing Weight” is at 7 p.m. on Wed., Feb. 15 at the Daniel Boone Library (300 Clarkson Road in Ellisville). A personal trainer will host a live discussion on the hierarchy of weight loss and the steps people can use to get the most out of their health club facility. RSVP is required. To

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register, call (314) 994-3300.

••• An Alzheimer’s support group meets from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thurs., Feb. 16, at Parc Provence (605 Coeur De Ville Drive in Creve Coeur). The group is sanctioned by the Alzheimer’s Association. Call (314) 542-2500 to RSVP. ••• Standard adult and pediatric first aid/ CPR/AED is from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Sat., Feb. 18 at the American Red Cross (10195 Corporate Square in Creve Coeur).

Participants will learn to recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac, breathing and first aid emergencies. The program teaches skills that participants need to know to give immediate care to a suddenly injured or ill person until more advanced medical personnel arrive. Participants who complete the course receive a two-year certification. The class costs $110, and RSVP is required. To register, call (800) REDCROS (733-2767) or visit redcross.org.

••• “Getting Ahead of Your Headaches” is from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tues., Feb. 21 at the Jewish Community Center Marilyn Fox Building (16801 Baxter Road in Chesterfield). Participants will learn about and discuss the prevalence of headaches, what causes them and what to do to manage them better. Box lunches will be provided.

The program is free, but RSVP is required.

To register, call (314) 996-LIFE (5433) or visit missouribaptist.org.

••• “Lunch with a Doc” is from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Tues., Feb. 21 at Cancer Support Community of Greater St. Louis (1058 Old Des Peres Road in Des Peres).

Participants will get their questions answered by a medical oncologist from Missouri Baptist Cancer Center while they enjoy lunch. RSVP is required. Call (314) 238-2000 or visit cancersupportstl.org.

REVENUE Sales Tax Licenses & Permits Municipal Inspections Utility License Fees Intergovernmental Municipal Court Fines & Fees Contracted Police Services Recreation Facilities Grants & Donations Sale of Capital Assets Interest Income Escrows Miscellaneous Other Financing Sources Total:

$ 3,521,599 164,512 33,642 2,089,075 945,693 394,766 98,018 1,234,507 33,996 7,909 66,526 53,466 68,403 2,926,740 $11,638,852

EXPENDITURES Administration Parks & Recreation Police Public Works Transfers Out - Debt Payments Total:

$4,225,670 2,231,126 2,375,433 3,755,702 4,271,426 $16,859,357

CITY INDEBTEDNESS 2008 Refunded Issue G O Bonds (1992 Original) 2002 C.O.P.S. Lease/Loan 2002 Tax Increment Revenue Bonds Fitness Equipment Lease Loader Lease Total:

$975,000 1,175,000 14,980,000 12,522 39,574 $17,182,096

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With The Laura MacDonald Team, clients can rest assured they are receiving expert advice and helpful resources from a trustworthy team. Well-known in the St. Louis real estate market for its straightforward, simple approach, The Laura MacDonald Team is an exclusive buyer/seller agent that takes the stress out of process.

Consisting of five dynamic women who have a high energy level and are known for their strong attention to detail, The Laura MacDonald Team has created a 7 item strategy which has been a huge success in a home purchase/sale, working with The Laura MacDonald Team.

The team includes Office and Closing Manager Mary Ann Ricker, Customer Service Director and Buyer’s Agent Linda Basile, Virtual Assistant Jeanine Cloontz, Buyer’s Agent Liz Whitworth and Team Leader Laura MacDonald.

Owner Laura MacDonald in 1995 was a seller herself before she decided to create a team and join Gundaker Realtors.

“I experience all the emotions one goes through selling a home,” MacDonald said. “I also experienced frustration from

lack of communication, so I wanted to get into the business and change the standard practice.”

The Laura MacDonald Team’s primary focus is residential, and the team represents clients from first-time home buyer, move up, downsizing relocation, new construction and personal transitioning.

“Our success is directly attributed to the fact that we have policies and procedures that are entirely focused on achieving our goal or aggressively marketing your home in a manner that will produce a contract,” MacDonald said.

Energetic, detailed and ambitious, The Laura MacDonald Team offers an unconditional guarantee and makes buying and selling as easy as ever.

“If you are not satisfied with our efforts, we’ll make it right – guaranteed,” MacDonald said.

There are many retirement communities in the St. Louis area, but Gambrill Gardens in Ellisville has a significant edge on the “competition.”

“We are simply the best value in West County,” said Linda Young, director of marketing and sales for Gambrill Gardens, a not-for-profit senior living community that serves individuals of all economic backgrounds. “We offer as many programs and services as most retirement communities, if not more, but we do it at phenomenal prices.”

Two-thirds of Gambrill Gardens’ apartments are federally subsidized, and the other one-third offers the most affordable rents in West County.

Wellness is the focus of Gambrill Gardens’ community service program, which includes a wellness nurse, a chaplain, a recreational therapist and a social worker. A beautiful, 200-seat chapel serves all faiths. Activities are abundant and varied, and two buses ensure mobility for those who no lon-

ger drive. Gambrill Gardens is situated on 24 lovely acres, and soon they plan to open a licensed Assisted Living program so residents can enjoy a continuum of care.

As a not-for-profit community that has operated for 32 years, Gambrill Gardens relies largely on word of mouth to attract residents.

“Along with current residents and their family members who send us referrals, I am often amazed by the number of people who call me or drop by who knew former residents,” Young said. “They remember how happy they were and are happy to send folks here when they are looking for a place to live or a place for a loved one. I think of those past residents as my ‘referring angels.’”

1100 Town and Country Crossing Drive Town & Country (314) 605-2896 www.thelauramacdonaldteam.com

Gambrill Gardens Senior Living Community 1 Strecker Road • Ellisville (636) 394-2992

Like its namesake and logo, the armor-clad skin of a rhinoceros, Rhino Shield Ceramic Coating is one tough “animal.”

“It’s an awesome product. There’s nothing tougher,” Darrin Crook, owner of the Rhino Shield dealership in Manchester, said. “I got into this industry because of the high quality of the product.”

Rhino Shield Ceramic Coating is a durable, maintenance-free wall coating with a flexible and tough surface – so tough, in fact, that it comes with a 25-year non-prorated transferable warranty. The product can be sprayed, brushed or rolled on and offers excellent adhesion and bonding.

“It bonds completely to aluminum, cedar, block, brisk, Masonite, stucco and wood,” Crook said.

The long-lasting coating also waterproofs, insulates and soundproofs; offers superior mold and mildew resistance; and provides ultraviolet ray reflectivity. It comes in many colors and will not chip, crack or peel.

At Tee’s Golf Grill, golfers can enjoy more than 40 courses from around the world while feasting on delicious menu items, imbibing cold drinks and escaping the elements.

“While our golf simulators are definitely the draw, we have a comfortable dining room featuring a menu that could support a stand-alone restaurant,” Ben Rassieur IV, one of the founders, said. “The simulators inject some interactive entertainment into an evening out, but they exist in a much-needed, updated atmosphere.”

Tee’s Golf Grill is the ultimate yearround golf experience for golfers of every skill level, combining a full-service dining experience that combines a sports bar and grill with indoor golf.

Think of it as the casual dining area at a golf club. The décor and gentle ping of golf balls create a unique ambience.

Conveniently located in Chesterfield Valley, the restaurant serves fresh and updated versions of your favorite bar fare. The menu features items ranging from buffalo-style hot wings and half-

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The product also is environmentally safe and rates a Class A fire rating by BASF Laboratories.

“Our product has been recommended for outstanding performance and durability by BASF Test Labs,” Crook said.

“Rhino Shield was chosen to cover the War Memorial in Pearl Harbor, the Nascar Wind Tunnel in Charlotte, N.C., and all of the Wal-Mart distribution centers. Locally, we’ve coated many homes, and commercially, we’ve done seven Firestone stores, including the ones in Ballwin and Manchester.”

Rhino Shield is the benchmark by which all other competitors are measured. Over time, Rhino Shield will save time and money, making it a very wise investment indeed. No paint, no vinyl, go Rhino.

Rhino Shield Ceramic Coating (877) 25RHINO or (314) 239-7947 www.getrhino.com

pound burgers to flatbread pizzas and barbecue smoked in-house. The pizzas offer a variety of toppings, and the burgers offer beef, chicken, lamb and salmon. To add to the outstanding menu deals, the restaurant also has five daily lunch specials under $7 and drink specials all day every day. You are also invited to join Tee’s Golf Grill for company outings, private birthday & bachelor parties and special events, such as Super Sunday, March Madness, Father’s Day and during games of our local sports teams.

No matter what brings you to Tee’s Golf Grill, you are sure to have a grand time.

“Bring your sticks, your appetite and your ‘A’ game to Tee’s, where it’s ‘Tee Time Any Time,’” Rassieur said.

Tee’s Golf Grill 103 Chesterfield Valley Drive • Chesterfield (636) 489-2848 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sun. – Wed.; 10 a.m. to 1 a.m., Thurs. – Sat.; www.teesgolfgrill.com

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Formerly Lakeside Child Care Center

At Lakeside Children’s Academy, families can feel confident they are starting their child off on the right foot.

State licensed for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years, Lakeside provides affordable, convenient programs for more than 150 infants, ones and twos, preschool, pre-kindergarten and schoolage children, with before and afterschool care included. Summer Camp Extravaganza (packed with mini-camps and field trips) is available for 10 weeks during the summer, and transportation to local elementary schools is provided daily throughout the year. Families also should take advantage of Lakeside’s Grandfriends Program, promoting intergenerational and social activities for children 3 years of age and older.

Lakeside is locally owned and family operated by Sue and Laura Hockensmith, a mother-daughter team.

The loyal and experienced teachers are CPR-certified and strive to meet the needs of each child.

Lakeside is affiliated with the West

County Chamber of Commerce, Valley Park Business Association, National Association for the Education of Young Children and the Child Day Care Association. Lakeside also takes an active involvement in the community through the Lakeside Lightening girls’ softball team.

After 19 years in service, Lakeside was completely renovated last spring.

The renovations made Lakeside brighter and more attractive. Check out Lakeside’s website to view pictures of the renovated academy. You can also like Lakeside on Facebook.

“Teaching and nurturing children prepare them for a successful future,” Laura said. “I love knowing that we’re making a daily impact on every child.”

Lakeside Children’s Academy 1230 Dougherty Ferry Road Valley Park (636) 225-4800 6 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Mon. – Fri. www.lakesidechildrensacademy.com

Concierge Automotive Services is not a typical car dealership. There is no car lot to visit and no salespeople trying to get rid of whatever car is available.

Through a distinctive new business approach, Concierge Automotive offers “white glove concierge” treatment to each of its clients by providing wellresearched information on “like new” vehicles. It allows the client to make all the decisions at their own individual pace but performs all the work of acquiring a vehicle from start to finish, including trade-ins, competitive financing, full line of accessories, extendedwarranties, and much more.

The Concierge Automotive team consists of Managing Partner Stephen Cancila, New Partner John Hennessey and Partner John Doty.

“We are a unique new way to purchase a vehicle that really hasn’t been tried before,” Cancila said. “We don’t push anything on you or try to make you buy anything. We move at the speed of the client; it really depends on what they want.”

Cancila, who has been in the automotive industry for 20 years and counting, left the dealership environment and opened Concierge Automotive in Ches-

terfield Valley to provide exceptional customer service on an entirely new level.

Angela Getman, who recently purchased a car, said Concierge Automotive “makes the car-buying process so easy and carefree for the buyer.”

Concierge Automotive is excited to celebrate its first year in business, giving clients the chance to leave the dealership behind and making the car purchase a pleasant experience with no pressure.

“In the end, we feel that when the client hires us, they should be able to sit back and relax,” Cancila said. “Then let us do what we do best – take care of all their automotive purchasing needs – from desire to delivery.”

Concierge Automotive Services 17826 Edison Avenue Chesterfield (636) 536-2966 www.CASCarsOnline.com

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A good night’s sleep – that is what State Farm Insurance provides.

A thorough review and expert advice will allow people to fully understand what they need and how best to protect what they have. Mikel Garrett, State Farm agent, has provided Good Neighbor Service for more than 28 years and will continue to do so for years to come.

For personal service provided however the client wants it – that is how State Farm works. “We enjoy sitting down with insureds and prospective insureds to fully understand their needs and tailor a program that helps provide peace of mind,” Garrett said. “Our goal is for people to be able to make contact with us as easily as possible: in person, by phone, email or text. We do it all.”

State Farm Insurance is the nation’s largest auto and home insurance company. Its agents are part of the community and truly understand the local issues people face every day. But, they always ask more about the client’s per-

sonal concerns so there are never any surprises.

The Mikel Garrett State Farm agency provides: auto, home, renters, condo, boat, business, bonds, life, annuities, health, disability and long-term care insurance plus banking through State Farm Bank and investments through State Farm Mutual Funds.

During these times when people want to make sure they are adequately protected, they are encouraged to visit someone who is local, lives locally and wants to tell clients the truth about what they need – not sell them a product.

“Please let us know how we can help you with a good night’s sleep,” Garrett said. “You will rest easier.”

Mikel Garrett, Agent State Farm Insurance 16437 Village Plaza View Drive Wildwood (636) 458-5055 www.mikelgarrett.com

With gas prices increasing and budgets tightening, local satellite offices are becoming the trend with many office workers in today’s market. Savings in time, money and effort as well as the avoidance of risks in traveling down road construction corridors makes offices close to home an attractive option in today’s economy. Not to mention in today’s office environment, “Co-working Spaces” are the up in coming trend. What are “Co-working Spaces” you may ask? Loosely defined, a co-working space is a site where independent professionals and freelancers-anyone with workplace flexibility and mobility-can come to work. The space generally includes certain office amenities like Wi-Fi, printers, conference rooms and even coffee.

West County Executive Suites features more than 30 private Executive Offices, some are less than $225.00 per month. The West County Executive Suites is West County’s stress-free, affordable way to office. Office personnel such as insurance agents, real estate and mortgage brokers, manufacturers’ representatives and other office professional industries requiring a minimal amount of professional office space will find the newly configured

120- to 250-square-foot units very affordable, convenient, all inclusive (excluding your phone) and well-priced in the West St. Louis County market.

Wi t h m a n y o f t h e i n t e r i o r office suites prices starting at less than $225 monthly, exterior suites starting under $325 per month, you’re sure to find the price a comfortable and convenient with your business strategy.

Clients also will appreciate the three conference rooms, a secluded break room, copy and mail area, all of which they may utilize free of charge. Additional amenities include a professionally decorated reception and waiting area, the availability of high-speed Internet, WI-FI and a minimum of two phone lines per office, free local faxing and 24- hour office access seven days a week. Offices usually can be acquired within the same day, and leases range from six months to two years.

St. Onge Management & Exchange West County Executive Suites 15620 Manchester Road • Ellisville (636) 451-2725

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tory rate; their mood improved; and their level of mindfulness increased after taking the class.

According to Professor of Nursing Jane sumption of caffeinated coffee,” researcher Armer, MBSR should be continued after the class ends – either every day or at least Fariba Mirzaei said.

Women who drank four cups of coffee a on a routine schedule – to maintain posiday had a 20 percent lower risk of clinical tive effects.

“Post diagnosis, breast cancer patients depression than those who drank little or often feel like they have no control over no coffee.

The study found no benefit from drinking their lives,” Armer said. “Knowing that products containing less caffeine or from they can control something – such as meditation – and that it will improve their health drinking decaffeinated coffee. gives them hope that life will be normal again.”

Beating the breast cancer blues The study, “Effects of MindfulnessThe survival rate for those diagnosed with breast cancer is higher than in previ- Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Among ous decades, but research has shown that Breast Cancer Survivors,” was published in as many as half of breast cancer survivors the Western Journal of Nursing Research. are depressed. According to researchers at The latest on cancer prevention the University of Missouri Sinclair School Updated guidelines on nutrition and of Nursing, a meditation technique can help breast cancer survivors improve their physical activity for cancer prevention from the American Cancer Society stress emotional and physical health.

The researchers found that breast cancer the importance of creating social and More coffee, less depression survivors’ health improved with Mindful- physical environments that support healthy According to a study supported by the ness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), a behaviors.

The report includes updated recomNational Institutes of Health, women who type of mindfulness training that incorpodrink more coffee are less likely to become rates meditation, yoga and physical aware- mendations for individual choices regarding diet and physical activity patterns but clinically depressed. ness.

Researchers at the Harvard School of The MBSR program consists of eight to emphasizes that those choices occur within Public Health looked at 10 years of data on 10 weeks of group sessions during which a community context that can either help or more than 50,000 women with an average participants practice meditation skills, dis- hinder healthy behaviors.

The updated guidelines include recage of 63 who had no diagnosis of clinical cuss how bodies respond to stress and learn depression at the start of the study. coping techniques. Researchers found that ommendations for community action to “The risk of depression appears to survivors who learned MBSR lowered accompany the four major recommendecrease for women with increasing con- their blood pressure, heart rate and respira- dations for individual choices to reduce

cancer risk.

Each of the four major recommendations includes several supporting recommendations: 1. Achieve and maintain a healthy weight throughout life.

• Be as lean as possible throughout life without being underweight.

• Avoid excess weight gain at all ages.

For those who are currently overweight or obese, losing even a small amount of weight has health benefits and is a good place to start.

• Engage in regular physical activity and limit consumption of highcalorie foods and beverages as key strategies for maintaining a healthy weight.

2. Adopt a physically active lifestyle.

• Adults should engage in at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity activity each week, or an equivalent combination, preferably spread throughout the week.

• Children and adolescents should engage in at least 1 hour of moderate- or vigorousintensity activity each day, with vigorousintensity activity occurring at least three days each week.

• Limit sedentary behavior such as sitting, lying down and watching TV, and other forms of screen-based entertainment.

• Doing some physical activity beyond usual activities, no matter what one’s level of activity, can have many health benefits.

3. Consume a healthy diet, with an emphasis on plant foods.

• Choose foods and beverages in amounts

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Is your heart really healthy?

Beads of Courage A program at Mercy Children’s Hospital in Creve Coeur is helping children with chronic and/or serious illnesses cope.

The Beads of Courage program, which kicked off at the hospital last month, is designed to acknowledge and honor each step of a child’s treatment journey, giving the patient strength to make it through Beads from the Beads of Courage program. treatments and tell his or her courageous story.

Program participants – mainly infants and children with long-term illnesses – receive beads according to a program bead guide; certain colors are designated for certain treatments. For milestones along the way, patients receive handmade, one-of-a-kind glass beads donated by the International Society of Glass Beadmakers (ISGB).

Beads of Courage was founded in 2004 by a pediatric oncology nurse and is currently in place at more than 100 hospitals in the United States, Canada, Ireland, Japan, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Mercy is the first St. Louisarea hospital to offer the program.

Christine Crain, senior vice president at Mercy Children’s Hospital, said the program gives children with serious or chronic illnesses visible recognition for the courage they demonstrate in dealing with their health care challenges. that help achieve and maintain a healthy weight.

• Limit consumption of processed meat and red meat.

• Eat at least 2.5 cups of vegetables and fruits each day.

•Choose whole grains instead of refined grain products.

4. If you drink alcoholic beverages, limit consumption.

• Drink no more than one drink per day for women or two per day for men.

Recommendations for community action state that public, private and community organizations should work collaboratively at national, state and local levels to implement policy and environmental changes that: • Increase access to affordable, healthy foods in communities, worksites and schools, and decrease access to and marketing of foods and beverages of low nutritional value, particularly to youth.

• Provide safe, enjoyable and accessible environments for physical activity in schools and worksites, and for transportation and recreation in communities.

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panel of experts in cancer research, prevention, epidemiology, public health and policy, and reflect the most current scientific evidence related to dietary and activity patterns and cancer risk. They were last updated in 2006.

No more waiting in the ER A new service called InQuicker allows SSM Health Care – St. Louis patients with minor emergencies to go online to hold their place in line at area health centers.

Instead of sitting in the Emergency Department waiting room, patients can select a projected treatment time online and relax at home or the location of their choice until it is time to go to the ER for treatment.

To use InQuicker, patients log on to ssmhealth.com/er, choose an SSM hospital, select a projected treatment time, fill out a simple form and wait until it is time to go to the hospital.

Five SSM hospitals offer the service: St. Mary’s Health Center, St. Clare Health Center, DePaul Health Center, St. Joseph Health Center and St. Joseph Hospital West. SSM St. Joseph Health Center – Wentzville and SSM Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center do not offer the InQuicker service.

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Specializing in basement finishing, Richbuilt Basements has been serving homeowners in the St. Charles area and surrounding communities since its establishment in 1989. Before launching the business, Rich Kempa, owner and founder of Richbuilt Basements, worked for more than 15 years as a designer and draftsman at consulting engineering firms. Today, Kempa operates his business from a home-based office.

Richbuilt Basements specializes in complete basement remodeling. Originally, Kempa handled projects from start to finish by himself, but over the years, his business has grown substantially.

“Now, with multiple crews and the same employees for more than 10 years, we work as a team to complete projects in a timely manner,” Kempa said. “Our goal is simple: to achieve customer satisfaction.”

To reach that goal, Kempa said, he

Clearing fogged insulated glass is now easier than ever with the innovative Crystal Clear process. For a fraction of the price of new windows, Clear Window Technology can quickly remove trapped moisture from failed insulated glass and restore clarity and lost insulating value. The technique has been in use in Canada since 1989, and Clear Window Technology brought it to the U.S. in 2005.

Certified technicians use precision tools to clean the interior of the glass and introduce valves to enable the window to expel moisture. The valve allows vaporized moisture to vent to the outside and keeps additional moisture from accumulating. As a result, the window looks great and supports the natural cycle of evaporation.

“We use only environmentally friendly chemicals which are harmless to people, pets and plants. As a result, some windows have too much damage for the process to work,” said Dennis

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and his team make sure to keep the lines of communication open at all times, provide customers with straightforward answers to all of their questions, show respect for each customer’s home and property, emphasize cleanliness and deliver worry-free completion of every project.

To date, Richbuilt Basements has completed more than 160 basements.

“We know how to get the job done right the first time in a timely manor and at the right price,” Kempa said.

“We take care of everything – from framing to electrical, from plumbing to ductwork, from floor to ceiling, from theaters to family rooms, from painting to pantries and everything in between.”

Richbuilt Basements O’Fallon (636) 978-3479 or (314) 713-1388

McHugh, who co-owns Clear Window with Susan McHugh. “In those cases, we can replace the damaged glass with a superior insulating glass that uses ‘warm edge’ technology, leaving the existing frame in place. The seal is so good that it carries a 20-year warranty against failure. We’ve replaced over 80,000 pieces of glass with this type of seal and can count the failures on one hand.”

Complete window and door and patio door replacement are available through their Air Shield division, a Better Business Bureau Accredited business that has been supplying quality replacement products, including Andersen, since 1983.

Free evaluations are provided, and all products are backed with a 20-year warranty.

Clear Window Technology (314) 966-2666 www.clearwindowtech.com

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Everyone knows a friend or family member who has joined a gym, showed up a few times and quit because they were confused, scared or unsure of where to begin. At Blue Ocean Fitness, staff teaches their clients exactly what they need to do so they never have to face that situation again.

“Having been involved in the fitness business for almost 10 years now, I became increasingly frustrated at the poor standards in our industry,” Owner John Farkas said. “Personal training standards were poor, and good training programs with qualified instruction was almost impossible to find. Blue Ocean Fitness was created to put the focus where it belongs, which is on the client.”

Specializing in semi-private (one to three people) and group (four to 12 people) personal training allows staff to assist clients in reaching their goals without the expense of working individually with a trainer.

“We don’t feel like you need someone standing over you counting

Most auto services have started specializing in only a few services, making it harder to find a reliable, onestop shop for quality automotive repair.

MasterTech Auto Service is available to work with all makes and models and has been serving the West County area since 1995.

Owner Pat Rawie has over 35 years of experience in the field. He started working with cars at a young age and is now a Certified Master Technician, in addition to being Missouri statelicensed to perform emissions repair.

“We’re not real big, so we can offer a more personalized service to folks,” Rawie said. “We’re really good at working with people and trying to help them with their automotive problems.”

MasterTech is AAA-approved, has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and is a member of the West County Chamber of Commerce and the Automotive Service Association.

Mastertech diagnostic technicians are extremely knowledgeable about the current advances in technology and have the most updated equipment to

your reps; you can do that on your own,” Farkas said.

It does not matter what your current exercise level is or if you have prior injuries. Blue Ocean Fitness workouts can be varied for all individuals.

“Our metabolic resistance training system allows us to get clients moving, feeling and looking better in record time,” Farkas said.

Fun and friendly, Blue Ocean Fitness’ sole focus is on its member’s results.

“Your body is something you have to live with every day, and it affects everything you do,” Farkas said.

“There is nothing more rewarding than helping people feel, move and look their best.”

Blue Ocean Fitness 125 Long Road, Suite C • Chesterfield (314) 952-9496 www.blueoceanfitness.net

work with cars, new and old.

“People don’t realize how much technology has advanced,” Rawie said. “In years past, they didn’t have navigation units and voice-activated controls. Heating/air conditioning systems also have gotten more technical. At MasterTech, we have ongoing training to keep with the latest technology.”

MasterTech Auto Service’s honesty, professionalism and technical ability are what make them stand out among the rest.

“We can track down the repair right away,” Rawie said. “At other places, it might sit on a lot for a while before they even take a look at it. We offer personalized service so you receive a fast turnaround.”

MasterTech Auto Service 16109 Manchester Road • Ellisville (636) 230-5115 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Mon. – Fri.

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When you need in-home care, you do have a choice.

“Algonquin Nurses Home Health Care was started with the goal of providing quality in-home care to loved ones,” CEO Steve Tamboli said. “A family-owned, local business, Algonquin Nurses has been serving the Greater St. Louis and surrounding areas since 1987 when our mother, Mary Tamboli, and I started Algonquin Nurses.”

Twenty-five years later, Algonquin Nurses has grown into four divisions – Private Duty, Medicaid, Medicare and Consumer Directed Services – with four Missouri branches.

“Our clients’ happiness is our No. 1 priority,” Private Duty Director Carolyn Hansel said. “Our goal is to keep a loved one in their home as long as possible by offering services that will do just that.”

Algonquin Nurses makes sure your loved one is eating properly and encourages compliance with all medications. The care also provides the freedom to enjoy activities outside the home by providing transportation to church activities, doctor’s appointments, grocery and personal shopping and help

Eight and a half years ago, Sarah Corrigan and her mother, Mary Kay, felt there was a real demand in the community for a unique decor, gift and floral boutique. They soon joined forces to start The White Hare, offering distinct home accessories, gifts and an extensive, top-notch floral selection.

The store’s extremely popular inhome accessorizing service caters to the personal desires of the client to help with a new space or simply add finishing touches to an existing one.

“We come to your home, talk to you about what areas you would like to work on and then we take pictures and measurements,” Sarah Corrigan said.

“We then schedule another day when we return with a selection of items specifically for your space. It’s that easy.”

In addition, the store carries the best quality floral and merchandise available while maintaining a good price for its loyal and dedicated customers. Custom floral design is another popular service that keeps customers coming

with the routines of maintaining a home.

“If you are on Medicaid, we offer services to make your life a little easier, such as light housekeeping, running errands, assistance in bathing and grooming, companionship, medication reminders, meal prep and so much more,” Mark Tamboli said.

Medicare Administrator Anne Keathley said Algonquin Nurses offers many services that are unique in the in-home care industry, such as Beyond Balance, where a physical therapist assists patients that are susceptible to falls; Health Light, for those who suffer from Diabetic Neuropathy; and Low Vision Rehabilitation Services, for those with glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.

If you want to stay in your home, but need some assistance, give Algonquin Nurses a call for a free consultation.

Algonquin Nurses Home Health Care (314) 822-8158 Medicaid: (314) 822-2974 Medicare: (314) 822-3736 www.algonquinnurses.com

back. Seasonal and everyday decorating classes are offered in store and always sell out immediately.

“We emphasize customer service and getting our clients exactly what they want and need,” Corrigan said. “We are always changing and striving to have the most creative displays and newest product out there. It’s not uncommon for a customer to come to the store three times in a month, and it looks different each time.”

The White Hare moved to a larger location one year ago that nearly doubled its space to 7300 square feet, enabling the store to carry more variety, larger stock and offer more classes.

“We strive to have every client leave the store with a positive experience,” Corrigan said.

The White Hare 6121 Mid Rivers Mall Drive • St. Peters (636) 441-1111 www.thewhitehare.com

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There is more than one hill where St. Louisans can find outstanding Italian cuisine. The “Little Hill” in the heart of Ballwin, located at Holloway Road and Manchester Road, is home to Candicci’s Restaurant & Pizzeria. Bob Candice, a 30-year veteran in the Italian food scene, has carved Candicci’s a new place into the West County landscape, filling a void for true homemade Italian cuisine.

“The atmosphere is casual, warm and inviting, the wait staff is friendly and efficient, prices are reasonable and the food – excellent,” Candice said.

The dinner menu boasts more than 20 different pasta dishes, steak, veal and chicken entrees. The new and extensive wine list complements the menu.

“But if you haven’t tasted the pizza, you are missing a delicious treat,” Candice said. “You name it – thin, handtossed or deep-dish – you won’t be disappointed.”

For lunch, Candicci’s offers everything from wraps and burgers to great salads and sandwiches, as well as pastas.

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At Xenon International Academy, beauty is taught at the highest of standards, and the industry is looking for committed professionals who fit those standards.

More than 7,000 graduates strong, Xenon Academy is committed to providing programs that deliver quality training within a convenient time frame.

A full-service salon and spa, Xenon Academy offers cosmetology, esthetics and manicuring programs to hardworking students who want to reach their full potential.

“We are very interested in the success of our graduates,” Assistant Director Andrea Emel said. “We strive to maintain a reputation for professional facilities and progressive curriculum that reflects current industry standards.”

Licensed educators are available and want to see their students succeed.

“You will have the advantage of learning beyond the normal expectation of a beauty school,” Emel said. “Our services are unique because all are

happening at Candicci’s. Each day features unique food and drink specials.

Live music fills the air on Thursday through Saturday evenings, combining a festive atmosphere with outstanding food. The inviting bar area and new spacious patio are great gathering places for happy hour or after dinner.

Catering is an integral part of Candicci’s’ business offering private parties, large or small, on or off the premise.

Candicci’s is a one-of-a-kind restaurant, where Candice can be found around the restaurant chatting with the customers and assuring that their food and visit are memorable. In the Italian tradition, he truly makes the customer feel at home.

Visit Candicci’s soon for the ultimate Italian experience.

Candicci’s Restaurant & Pizzeria 100 Holloway Road • Ballwin Restaurant, Catering & Delivery (636) 220-8989 www.candiccis.net

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performed by students under the direct supervision of a licensed instructor. We also have 10 product lines to fit any budget.”

Xenon Academy trains with only the highest level of quality salon professional products and tools, while featuring advanced machines, international qualifications and the American Crew program.

Loyal, accredited and professional, Xenon Academy’s goal is to provide a quality training program and to continue to provide exceptional salon and spa services to the community.

Xenon International Academy currently is accepting applications for new students.

Xenon International Academy 15435 Clayton Road • Ballwin (636) 394-7335 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Mon., Fri. & Sat.; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tues., Wed. & Thurs. www.xenonintl.com

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••• Chris Howard has been named president/CEO of SSM Health Care – St. Louis.

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Missouri Baptist Medical Center and Goldfarb School of Nursing at BarnesJewish College cut the ribbon Jan. 12 on a new, stateClient: of-the-art nursing school in West County. Located on the Town & Country campus of Missouri Baptist, the school expects to graduate more than 100 nurses into the workforce annually.

The new $12.6 million, 42,750-square-foot education, research and training facility houses Goldfarb School of Nursing classrooms and advanced simulation labs, which will be used to train students to handle health care situations from complex births to post-surgery and critical care. Students enrolled at the site will receive a bachelor of science in nursing degree (BSN).

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••• Des Peres-based Lechner Realty Group recently negotiated the sale of approximately 7 acres of industrial ground at 16030 Ruck Road in Ellisville. Jesus Gutierrez and Ana Gutierrez purchased the property, which will be developed for warehousing.

AWARDS & HONORS Mercy Hospital St. Louis has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association Get with the Guidelines Stroke Silver Plus Quality Achievement Award. To receive the award, which recognizes success in implementing a higher standard of stroke care, the hospital achieved at least 12 consecutive months of 85 percent or higher adherence to rigorous quality achievement indicators and 75 perDate of issue: cent or greater compliance with six of 10 Client: quality care measures.

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MEETINGS & NETWORKING The Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce Business Expo & Showcase will be held from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Thurs., March 8 at the Doubletree Hotel & Conference Center in Chesterfield. Attendees view product demonstrations and speak with industry professionals in a relaxed atmosphere. For more information, visit chesterfieldmochamber.com or call 5323399.

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By SHEILA FRAYNE RHOADES The news that Archbishop of New York Timothy M. Dolan soon will become a cardinal has sparked a slew of fond memories and a strong sense of pride among those who knew him as a youngster growing up in Ballwin.

Dolan, 61, is beloved in his old parish, Holy Infant in Ballwin, where from 19561964 he attended grade school.

“It’s hard to believe that we are once again talking about our friend, Archbishop – or Cardinal-elect – Timothy Dolan,” Holy Infant Principal Sr. Rosario Delaney said.

“I was very proud of Tim Dolan when he was a seminarian, a priest, a bishop and an archbishop. I’m equally proud now that he has been elevated to the position of cardinal.

“My prayer is that young people will see him as a role model and follow in his footsteps to serve the Church in the priesthood or religious life.”

For Bob Dolan, the cardinal-designate’s brother who recently wrote and published a book, “Life Lessons from my Life with my Brother, Archbishop Timothy M. Dolan,” the situation has posed a bit of a predicament.

“Guess I’ll have to change the book’s title,” he said, jokingly. “Everyone in my family is excited, proud and humble. We knew this day would come, but not exactly when. It all seems so very surreal, and it will take a while to sink in. There are so many emotions involved.”

Naturally, Dolan’s mother, Shirley Dolan, is proud of her son.

“It’s the most wonderful thing to happen to Tim,” she said. “He was home for Christmas, and we all assumed it would happen

next November.”

Martin and Mae Duggan, of Creve Coeur, have known Dolan for many years.

“We attended Msgr. Dolan’s ordination to bishop at St. Louis Cathedral,” Martin Duggan said. “Archbishop Rigali shared a funny story: An airline hostess had asked Rigali if he knew Tim Dolan. When he replied ‘yes,’ the woman shouted, ‘Hey, this guy’s a friend of Tim Dolan’s – take good care of him!’”

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Duggan added, “We admire everything about him and consider him the perfect choice to be Cardinal Archbishop of New York.”

As for Cardinal-designate Dolan himself, he has always thanked Holy Infant for his success.

“At heart, I’m still just a kid from Victor Court in Ballwin, serving mass at Holy Infant Parish,” Dolan said when asked for his sentiments about being named a cardinal. “As a kid I wanted to be a Cardinal – but I had Stan Musial in mind!”

Always humble, Dolan added: “I can remember 1961 when Archbishop Joseph Ritter was named a Cardinal in St. Louis; what joy there was. I didn’t understand it all back then – and wonder if I do now!”

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Christopher Kling, M.D., is a board certified dermatologist who specializes in medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology for adults and also in pediatric dermatology. He is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgeons.

“I enjoy helping people of all ages, utilizing both my interpersonal and surgical skills,” Dr. Kling said. “I especially enjoy getting to know the entire family, as all ages have something to gain from my expertise in the treatment of many different skin problems, like acne, warts, eczema, rosacea, changing moles or skin cancer.”

Recently relocating his practice to a state-of-the-art facility at Wildwood Town Center, Dr. Kling is experienced in the latest cosmetic treatments, including BOTOX® and a variety of filler materials for unwanted wrinkles and sclerotherapy or laser treatments for unwanted leg veins. An in-office medical aesthetician performs microdermabrasion, facials

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and chemical peels to assist in treating acne and uneven skin tone.

“My patients don’t have to wait weeks or months to see a dermatologist,” Dr. Kling said. “Most patients can call and schedule an appointment within days, and I try to keep a few openings for same-day appointments so I can see the more urgent problems, too, like poison ivy, shingles or painful cysts. Patients really appreciate that they can get in quickly if they need to be seen soon.”

Dr. Kling has an excellent bedside manner, and as the father of three young children, is great with kids. At Town Center Dermatology, every member of the family receives prompt, professional care with a compassionate, personalized touch.

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The Centre at Conway strives to give parents the peace of mind they deserve, providing a foundation for each child’s future through the art of learning.

The school offers children ages 6 weeks through kindergarten a safe, educational environment, with a diverse list of classes open Monday through Friday year round.

Children will have the opportunity to take advantage of The Centre’s Spanish classes or Summer Fun program, packed with a fun, interactive curriculum, including computer and aerobic classes, field trips, swimming and music outside of the Montessori curriculum.

The Centre is state-licensed and as part of Montessori Child Care is one of the most culturally diverse Montessori schools in the area, with staff and children from around the world.

“We specialize in catering to our children with excellent teachers and a clean, loving environment for them to learn,” Richard Deeba II, president of The Centre at Conway, said.

Deeba joined the family business, which started in 1976, with his father, and now runs the school alongside him.

“I love the philosophy The Centre offers, allowing me to come to work every day with a smile on my face and an aspiration to help children in the growing process,” Deeba said.

The Centre at Conway staff is dedicated to each child’s education, some have been with the school for more than 20 years. The school offers superior child care with competitive rates.

“Child care is a huge decision for parents, and we want to make them as comfortable and secure as possible that they made the right decision to come to The Centre at Conway,” Deeba said.

Registration fees will be waived through February 29, 2012.

The Centre at Conway Casa dia Montessori 13725 Conway Road • Chesterfield (314) 434-3300 www.namontessori.com

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Not everyone’s fitness goals are the same.

Grown from the idea that fitness has become too generic without individualized fitness goals for the individual, Illuminate Gym is a private boutique training gym that offers people the opportunity to work one on one with a personal trainer to achieve their unique fitness goals.

Clients receive a variety of training methods and services, along with the tools they need for success in and out of the gym. There is no membership requirement and no hidden fees.

“With this industry on the rise, I felt it only fitting to open a cutting-edge facility here in West County,” said owner Len Woolfenden, who has been a successful entrepreneur for many years and has always been an advocate of a healthy lifestyle through fitness and nutrition.

Illuminate Gym does a full assessment with each client, who receives a personal program to follow through with a variety of techniques and workouts. State-

of-the-art equipment complements the upbeat, energizing and rewarding atmosphere – where clients can get serious results.

Illuminate Gym also is the first personal training gym to offer “HOT” (High Oxygen Training) training, which helps clients build lean muscle and boost their metabolism in 30 minutes.

“It’s ideal for everyone,” owner Len Woolfenden said.

Faculty also offers cardio, suspension training, plyometrics, resistance training and much more.

“Our goals are your goals, from losing weight to getting toned or even nutritional advice and meal planning,” Woolfenden said. “Our success is proven through our clients and trainers.”

Illuminate Gym 1761 Clarkson Road • Chesterfield (636) 462-0212 www.illuminategym.com/chesterfield

Brewers Flooring has been in business since 1982 and is still owned and operated by the Brewer family – Dan, Linda, Mike and Kristen.

“We are all professionals and design experts in the flooring industry,” Dan Brewer said.

Brewers Flooring is knowledgeable of its products and knows how a customer wants to be treated. When customers first enter the showroom, they are first very impressed with the displays and selections, packed with everything from the entry-level products to the most unique and finest in the industry. There are no high-pressure sales tactics used, no tricks or gimmicks, such as free this and free that, and no inflated prices to then offer huge discounts. Brewers Flooring values the intelligence of its customers.

“We still run our business the same as when we opened our doors 29 years ago, treating every customer with honesty and respect and offering competitive prices and professional installa-

tion,” Brewer said.

Brewers Flooring strives to have the best customer service and satisfaction in the industry.

Even though customers have probably seen its ads throughout the years, Brewers Flooring takes great pride in the fact that most of its business is still by word of mouth referrals.

So if looking for new flooring, whether it be carpet, tile, vinyl, ceramic, hardwood, or now the newer luxury vinyl tiles, customers owe it to themselves to stop by the showroom for an experience unmatched by the competition.

Brewers Flooring also does kitchen backsplashes, tub and shower enclosures, interior doors, baseboards and countertops.

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Bistro 1130 is an intimate French Mediterranean Bistro tucked away in the Town and Country Shopping Center.

Owned and operated by Mikki Jones since 2010, she has made it her priority to serve only the highest quality ingredients to her loyal customers, who insist on coming back time and time again for traditional French cuisine.

“General Manager Jason Ledbetter also has wonderful experience and is putting on some wonderful wine tasting dinners each month,” Jones said.

Bistro 1130 recently welcomed aboard Chef Kevin Geary Taylor, who features succulent food from all over the south of France, incorporating distinct flavors and ingredients, which result in a mouthwatering explosion of taste in each bite. However, menu selections change every season, so there is always something new.

“The Bistro is a classy, relaxed dining experience with a charming ambience, excellent customer service and a very reasonably priced menu,” Jones said.

A wide selection of hors d’oeuvres,

salades, soupes, poissons, viandes, pates and desserts are features on the menu. Guests also can enjoy a full bar with an extensive array of fine French and American wine selections, as well as exceptional cocktails and martinis.

Bistro 1130 also offers a warm environment for private parties and special occasions, with a touch of elegance and French flare. The Bistro has the space to seat up to 45 people comfortably inside, with additional seating in the bar area and outdoor patio.

Visit their website www.bistro1130. com.

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Economy Car Care Center has been providing Valley Park with complete auto repair on all domestic and import vehicles since 1981. As an employer of ASE certified technicians, Economy Car Care Center provides their customers with complete auto repair.

Economy Car Care Center strives on professionalism, honesty, and integrity, demonstrated through its membership in the Better Business Bureau and by the fact that it is Valley Park’s only AAA approved auto repair shop.

Owner Marc Pemberton purchased Economy Car Care Center in February, 2007, offering 23. years of automotive knowledge and professionalism to the Valley Park community. Pemberton emphasizes the importance of maintaining an honest, trustworthy, local repair shop where customers are greeted with a warm smile and friendly face, keeping in mind his goal of taking the fear out of auto repair. Economy Car Care Center’s mission statement, “to provide our customers the best possible service at a fair price and to treat each vehicle as if it were our own,” assures customers that Pemberton and staff specialize in customer satisfaction in

terms of friendliness, timeliness, and professionalism.

Serving Valley Park for 31 years, customers have grown to trust Economy Car Care Center as a reputable automotive repair shop. Joe from Manchester, Missouri emphasizes that “[Economy Car Care Center] has fixed my car when others couldn’t. I am happy to finally find an honest shop with good mechanics.” Jenny from Ballwin, Missouri calls attention to the fact that “Marc and his staff are the best. Being a woman, I never feel as if I am being taken advantage of.” Pemberton is proud to make a difference in the community through excellent automotive repair. For more information, please visit their website at www.economycarcarecenter.com.

Economy Car Care Center 26 Meramec Station Rd. • Valley Park (636) 225-4500 Mon.- Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

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PENICK CONSTRUCTION CO. Adventure Learning Center is celebrating 17 years! The locally owned and operated preschool was founded by Christine Fechter-Zerjav to address the need for quality child care in a family oriented setting at affordable tuition rates. Christine attributes her success to her excellent teachers and curriculum.

Supportive families drive off the beaten path for all of the fun adventures and the south city location transports children.

Adventure Learning Centers are state licensed facilities for children 6 weeks to 14 years of age and are currently underway with NECPA (National Early Childhood Program Accreditation).

Services include morning pre-school, full day services, hourly care and transportation for school age children.

Their year round programming is designed to promote social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth. In addition to their educational curriculum they offer Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, yoga fit and weekly trips to the library, along with book clubs and field trips any child can enjoy.

Special programs such as Infant/

Toddler “Sign Language”, “Literacy Link” and our “Focus Curriculum” have been well received and successful! The children have extra focus on reading and computers with their “Language Arts - Computer” classroom. The parents appreciate the high scores on assessments and early childhood screenings.

Adventure Learning Center believes in only offering a learning environment taught by caring, degreed and experienced educational instructors.

To achieve this goal, they work with the Child Day Care Association. In addition, they are a member of the USA Child Care and Missouri Child Care and Education Association. The center has received outstanding licensing reviews.

Enrollment is underway for spring and Exploration Camp!

Adventure Learning Center Ballwin 636-394-0600 South City 314-353-1026 www.adventurelearningcenter.com

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Penick Construction Co. is an accredited member of the Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating and a member of the Eureka Chamber of Commerce. They have also been recognized by Norandex/ Reynolds with the Master Craftsmen award. This award is given to those contractors who have met and exceeded their commitment to customer satisfaction. If you are in the market for a professional residential remodel, call Penick Construction Co. for a free estimate or visit www.penickconstruction.com today!

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COMEDY Lewis Black “In God We Rust,” Feb. 3, Peabody Opera House

CONCERTS JD Souther, Jan. 27, Old Rock House Railroad Earth, Jan. 27, The Pageant The Lemonheads, Jan. 28, Old Rock House Ryan Adams, Jan. 31, Peabody Opera House Little Big Town, Feb. 3, Lumiere Place “Elvis Lives: The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Event,” Feb. 8, Peabody Opera House Disney in Concert: Magical Music from the Movies, Feb. 11-12, Powell Symphony Hall Trey Songz, Feb. 12, The Fox Theatre Darrell Scott, Feb. 17, Old Rock House George Strait with Martina McBride, Feb. 17, Scottrade Center Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, Feb. 17-19, Powell Symphony Hall Gumbohead & Funky Butt Brass Band,

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Feb. 18, Old Rock House Chris Botti, Feb. 24, Peabody Opera House Guy Clark, Feb. 29, Old Rock House Barry Manilow, March 1-2, The Fox Theatre The Firebird, March 2-3, Powell Symphony Hall The Fresh Beat Band, March 3, The Fox Theatre Pulitzer Series Concert, March 7, Powell Symphony Hall St. Louis Symphony Youth Orchestra, March 9, Powell Symphony Hall Radiohead, March 9, Scottrade Center Carnegie Hall Concert, March 10, Powell Symphony Hall Kelly Clarkson, March 16, The Fox Theatre Ensemble Espanol Spanish Dance Theatre performs Jan. 27-28 at The Touhill.

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FESTIVALS The 7th Annual St. Louis Blues Festival, Feb. 25, Chaifetz Arena

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Seniors Home Care: Specializing In Private Duty Care Since 1987

Seniors Home Care is proud to be celebrating its 25 years serving St. Louis. SHC began when Kit Whittington was the primary caregiver for her grandmother, who had been diagnosed with cancer. Kit was the only family available to assist with her care and because she also worked full time, acting as the primary caregiver grew increasingly difficult both physically and emotionally. She knew this was an unsustainable lifestyle and hired an independent caregiver to assist. She soon discovered that her grandmother was not receiving the level of care she deserved.

“At the end of the day, I checked on her and to my disbelief, I discovered the caregiver had simply not shown up.

My grandmother had missed her doctor’s appointment and much needed meal. It was a debilitating moment; we were both in tears.”

In 1987, Kit started SHC to provide a family support system for older adults.

SHC employs an around-the-clock nursing staff to assist clients and families with achieving their unique goals

Serving the entire bi-state area, Indoor Comfort Team is a locally owned and operated energy conservation company, which helps keep people comfortable and reduces energy consumption in their homes. Indoor Comfort Team ensures that customers are cool in summer and cozy in winter.

From heating and A/C to water heaters and whole home energy audits, Indoor Comfort Team has it covered.

“We guarantee 100-percent customer satisfaction,” Adam Rahmanovich, owner, said. “Customers are our top priority. We want to create a longtime client relationship.”

With more than 32 years in the business, Indoor Comfort Team knows what is best for its clients.

“Our purpose is to provide consumers with superior, professional service, high-quality, innovative products and effective, energy-saving and comfort solutions for their home comfort needs,” Rahmanovich said.

Their team of employees is very important, too. They are industry trained and certified, drug-free, insured and bonded.

“We hire, train, motivate and reward

Kit Whittington, R.N., BSN

and needs. All nurses and caregivers are carefully screened, bonded and insured employees (not contractors).

All employees undergo drug testing, a thorough background search and complete a training program which includes basic nursing skills, as well as physical therapy applications. SHC offers flexibility of care ranging from a 30 minute QuickVisitTM to 24/7 care. The array of services assures clients’ families they are able to care for both their parents, and their own families.

SHC has received an A+ rating and the Torch Award from the Better Business Bureau.

“My own feelings of helplessness and a desire for a higher quality of life for my grandmother motivation behind SHC. I’ve built the company on a solid foundation of consistent, compassionate care for all clients.”

Seniors Home Care Mid County (314) 962-2666 Clayton • Ladue (314)863-2667 South County (314)894-2666 www.seniorshomecare.com

our employees based on integrity, personal responsibility and commitment,” Rahmanovich said. “Indoor Comfort Team is a good place to work. Everyone wins. If our employees are happy, they’ll make our customers happy too.”

“Extras” include free estimates, manufacturers’ promotions, senior and military discounts, a first-year free maintenance program with any new installation and a 24/7 emergency service on all brands. Plus, customers are charged by the job, not by the hour.

The Indoor Comfort Team goal is to exceed expectations. When it comes to a new system installation, it can design and install any type of heating, cooling or indoor air quality system to fit each customer’s home and budget. There are never high-pressure sales – simply comfort and energy-saving solutions, personal attention and high-quality service.

Indoor Comfort Team (636) 787-7555 24/7 available service www.indoorcomfortteam.com

At MIND, the Midwest Institute for Neurological Development, there are no textbook answers for how to treat a child.

“MIND does not use canned protocols for diagnoses, such as ADHD,” Program Director Meghan Finnegan said.

“Everything we do is completely tailored to the individual child based on his or her needs.”

MIND provides brain-based therapy and neuro-academic therapy to children with a variety of neurobehavioral and neurodevelopmental disorders, including ADD/ADHD, autism,Asperger’s,Tourette’s, motor tic issues, sensory integration issues, TBI, learning disabilities, etc.

The average program for a child lasts 12-16 weeks, three times a week. No medication is utilized, and the progress a child makes has a permanent impact.

“What we’re really looking for is the root of the issue from a physiological standpoint,” Finnegan said. “Our concern is what’s going on inside the child’s brain and how the areas of the brain are communicating with one another. Once we pinpoint the trouble area, we can tackle the

Painful waxing is a thing of the past – along with the high expenses of traditional waxing services.

Known for its high-end, yet reasonably priced, full-body waxing services, European Wax Center is a second-generation, family-owned salon without the “ouch factor,” for which traditional waxing methods are known.

“My wife always complained about how painful waxing was, and she hated the irritation afterward,” said owner Dennis Lowery, who co-owns the salon with Brad Frame. “So when we discovered the European Wax Center’s comfort wax, bringing it to the St. Louis area was a no-brainer.”

The key is a four-step process that cleanses, protects, waxes and rejuvenates the skin. The wax, specially formulated in Paris exclusively for European Wax Center, is alcohol-free, has a low melting point and is applied by licensed estheticians at warm bath water temperature. The wax then sets as one continuous elastic layer, adhering only to the hair follicle, not the skin. Because of its strength and elas-

issues with brain-based therapy.”

MIND is the Midwest’s first and only brain-based treatment and educational center dedicated to evaluating and managing neurological disorders.

“For a lot of kids, this is combining the need between neurological and academic,” Finnegan said. “We have certified teachers and special education instructors who work with children, not from a tutoring standpoint, but teaching them skills using what we know about these kids neurologically. At the end of the day, what we want is to really instill confidence in kids.”

Life changing, unique and personalized, MIND’s biggest goal is to let each child reach his or her potential to be able to succeed.

MIND – Midwest Institute for Neurological Development 144 Chesterfield Commons East Road Chesterfield (636) 537-9800 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Mon. – Fri.; 9 a.m. to noon on Sat. www.mi4nd.com

ticity, the hard wax can be removed without adhesive strips, which cause discomfort and redness.

Best of all, clients are invited to try it out for free.

“Women receive a complimentary bikini line, eyebrow or underarm service on their first time in,” Lowery said, “while men are treated to no-cost eyebrow, ear or nose hair removal.”

The relaxing, luxurious space, which offers a mini retreat, cannot be beat.

European Wax Center has become a nationally recognized brand, with 300 locations across the country and a recent international expansion into Canada. Today, guests recognize European Wax Center as an industry leader in providing guests the ultimate waxing experience.

European Wax Center 1640 Clarkson Road • Chesterfield (636) 536-0777 www.waxcenter.com

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When President/Owner Jeff Minnis is not programming, he is running Jeff Computers, the leading source for all computer solutions.

“Since we are locally owned and operated, we offer faster and better quality service,” Minnis said. “We can fix almost any computer problem, and we also custom build desktop and laptop computers.”

Jeff Computers is a worldwide solution for information technology needs, offering laptop and computer repair, both new and refurbished desk and laptops, Clear super fast 4G wireless Internet, Cricket Android phones and Cricket basic unlimited phones. Jeff Computers also recently released an easy backup program to help users keep their data safe.

Jeff Computers’ innovative services also include the sale and installation of the brand new ultimate connection – Clear Internet – the first network built for today’s on-the-move lifestyle. It offers speeds four times faster than 3G and is available in virtually every corner of St. Louis. Clear is designed with the Internet in mind and goes places

Wi-Fi cannot. It delivers an Internet connection anywhere – at home or on the road.

Minnis also is the creator of the popular StudyX, the easy and fun software program used by educators and students alike to help students focus and study for tests.

Minnis’ computer knowledge and personalized computer services allows Jeff Computers to fix any problem with a laptop or desktop as well as acquire any new parts.

“We are one of the few companies that can solve all of our customers’ needs, and our computer website service offers quick repairs online,” Minnis said.

Jeff Computers’ trained and experienced technicians guarantee both quality and reliability for the highest quality of service around.

Jeff Computers 14366 Manchester Road • Manchester (636) 256-7901 www.jeffcomputers.com

Owner David Mixon

Since 2003, Trusty Maid Service has been providing hundreds of residents with superior, dependable residential cleaning services. The business is all about giving homeowners the opportunity to spend more time with family and friends and to relax and enjoy a home that sparkles.

“Since we are not a franchise, we have the flexibility to listen to our clients and employees, and to continuously improve our service,” Owner David Mixon said. “All of our efforts are based on keeping our clients happy.”

Much of Trusty Maid’s success is due to the trained team of friendly, professional cleaners who work hard to exceed expectations by attending to every detail, working quickly and efficiently in teams of two, and using premium cleaning products to protect the health of clients and the environment.

Each cleaning visit ranges from dusting to deep cleaning the necessary household appliances and floors, mak-

ing a clean home a happy home.

Trusty Maid Service offers detailed cleaning programs on a weekly or semi-weekly basis. Long-term contracts and commitments are not required, because at Trusty Maid, the aim is simply to keep clients happy and satisfied, one cleaning at a time. Onsite price quotes and estimates are free.

Trusty Maid Service is bonded and insured; every employee must pass a background check, have a clean police record and a validated address history.

“We always strive to live up to our name,” Mixon said. “We are proud of the many clients who retain our services year after year. Much of our business now comes from client referrals.”

Trusty Maid Service: The name says it all.

Trusty Maid Service Chesterfield (314) 576-5400 www.trustymaidservice.com

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Elizabeth Irwin, owner of Klutch, lives out her dream every day of dressing the community with the very latest in women’s fashion. With designs ranging from contemporary chic to stunningly timeless, Klutch is a contemporary women’s clothing boutique offering jeans, dresses, shoes and accessories.

It also offers quality designer lines, many exclusive to Klutch, such as Bailey 44, Wildfox, Hardtail, Rich & Skinny and Miss Me. “This is something I have always wanted to do,” Irwin said. “I grew up watching my dad with his own company. Fashion is my passion, and I love helping women find something they absolutely love.”

When you come to Klutch, you walk away with more than the latest designer lines but also an experience. Knowledgeable and friendly staff knows fashion and offers excellent advice and 100 percentcustomer satisfaction - guaranteed.

This is the chance for young professionals to get involved.

The West County Young Professionals is a meaningful networking organization founded by the West St. Louis County Chamber of Commerce for dedicated, talented young professionals in the region ranging in age between 21 and 40 years old.

The group was formed last year in the hopes of bringing young, career-minded individuals together to provide them with opportunities to develop socially, professionally and civically.

“This group is to offer a networking and business tool to help young professionals develop their professional skills, develop their professional networks, really get involved with the community and hear about things going on in the community,” Chair Missy Muñoz said.

WCYP has two ongoing events to get potential and active members involved, including a bimonthly Lunch ‘n Learn, which brings in speakers to talk about specific topics young adults can use as tools in their professional lives. An upcoming topic is how to utilize social networking to your advantage.

“Many of the women who shop here have also become close friends,” Irwin said. “We also pride ourselves on being able to pick out clothes that will be right for your shape. Many customers will even call ahead before coming in and have us start a dressing room with ideas we think would be great for them.”

St. Louis Magazine voted Klutch the 2011 A-List Winner for Best Handbags, and ALIVE Magazine voted it the 2011 Hotlist Winner for Best Place for Celeb Looks.

“We want to be unique so your outfit stands out,” Irwin said.

Klutch 1126 Town & Country Crossing Drive Town & Country (636) 220-6110 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Mon. – Fri.; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Thurs.; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sat. www.klutchstyle.com

“The other event is an afterhours event, which is more of a networking in the evening setup, where we try and bring young professionals together to network but also provide an activity that helps them break the ice when networking,” Muñoz said.

On the other side, she said, WCYP would like to reach out to the community to set up young professionals with volunteer opportunities.

“This is a tool employers could provide to their young employees as well,” Muñoz said.

Membership is free to young professionals who work or own a business that is a member of the West St. Louis County Chamber. For everyone else, the cost is $40 a year. Sign up today to advance your professional and personal life to the next level.

West County Young Professionals 15965 Manchester Road, Suite 102 Ellisville (636) 230-9900 www.westcountychamber.com

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••• The Wiegand Foundation and sculptor Don Wiegand host “SLOUP,” a monthly soup dinner held at unique area art venues, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sun., Jan. 29 at One Wiegand Drive in Chesterfield. Artists are invited to submit creative project proposals for contemporary art in St. Louis.

Admission of a $10 donation includes soup, bread and drinks. During the meal, submitted artist proposals will be distributed and guests are encouraged to read, discuss and vote to select the winning proposal. All proceeds directly fund the winning artist’s project. The proposal deadline is midnight on Jan. 28. For guidelines, visit sloup2122. blogspot.com. To RSVP, call (314) 2292496.

BENEFITS The 10th annual Friends of Kids with Cancer Trivia Night is at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.) on Fri., Jan. 27 at CBC High School. Admission is $250 for a table of 10 or $25 per person and includes beer, wine, soda and water; guests may bring

snacks. Register at friendsofkids.com, or call (314) 275-7440.

••• Manchester United Methodist Church sponsors a Red Cross blood drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sat., Jan. 28 at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church gymnasium (327 Woods Mill Road in Manchester).

Blood donors must be at least 18 years old and bring a valid photo ID such as a driver’s license. To make an appointment, call Peggy at 391-5948.

••• The Lafayette High School freshman class hosts a Winter Carnival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sat., Jan. 28 at Lafayette High (17050 Clayton Road in Wildwood).

Admission is free and ticket prices are family-friendly. Activities and games for kids from pre-kindergarten to fifth grade, a silent auction, music and food are featured.

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••• A trivia night supporting Green Trails Elementary is at 6:15 p.m. on Sat., Jan. 28 at the Maryland Heights Community Center. Auction items, cash prizes and complimentary soda and water are featured. Admission is $20 per person/$150 per table of eight. Visit sites.google.com/ site/ssgreentrails2012.

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••• A Zumbathon runs from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Sun., Jan. 29, at Wildwood Y. Participants ages 13 and older join in a workout set to Latin rhythms. Proceeds support the Wildwood Y 2012 Strong Community Campaign. Refreshments are provided.

There is a suggested donation of $10 or more. To sign up, call 458-6636.

••• The 25th annual St. Joe Boy Scouts Troop 751 Spaghetti Dinner is from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Sun., Jan. 29 at the St. Joseph Café (567 St. Joseph Lane in Manchester).

Dinner prices range from $7 for seniors and kids to $26 for a family. A raffle also is featured. For tickets and information, call (314) 495-8818.

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••• A movie night and bounce-a-thon is at 7 p.m. on Fri., Feb. 24 at West County YMCA. A free showing of “Puss In Boots” is followed by a fundraiser for the YMCA Strong Community Campaign. To register, email Christine Grant at cgrant@ymcastlouis.org.

••• The 14th annual Taste of West County is from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Mon., Feb. 27 in the commons at Lafayette High.

Samples of food from more than 35 local restaurants, beverages, a silent auction and raffle are featured. Tickets are $15 each/$5 for children 5 and younger. Family packages are available. Proceeds benefit Lafayette High School Class of 2013. Call Mari May at (314) 807-7003.

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••• “Hot! Hot! Hot!” is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sat., Jan. 28 and Sun., Jan. 29 at the Butterfly House in Faust Park. Tropicalthemed, kid-friendly activities, games and crafts, steel drum music, a toddler sandbox and face painting are featured. The event is for children ages 2-10 with their families.

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••• Bowl Mania is from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sun., Feb. 5 at St. John Lutheran Church’s Cornerstone Youth Center (15800 Manchester Road in Ellisville). Fun is featured before, during and after the big game.

Admission is $20. Call Kathi Miller at 7792358 or visit stjstl.net.

••• “FamilyLIVE!” is at 5 p.m. on Sat., Feb. 11 and Sat., March 10 at St. John Lutheran Church in Ellisville. The interactive family worship service examines a different value or virtue each month. Dinner is offered after worship. Admission is free.

Call Pastor Ryan Peterson at 779-2320.

••• A Daddy Daughter Dance is from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Sat., Feb. 11, at the Ballwin Golf Club (333 Holloway Road).

The night includes dinner, dancing and crafts and is suitable for ages 3 and up.

Admission is $15 per person. Pre-register at ballwin.mo.us or The Pointe by Feb. 7.

••• A Daddy Daughter Dance is from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sun., Feb. 12 at the West County YMCA gym. Fathers, grandfathers and uncles are invited to spend an evening with their “little princesses.” Dinner, a DJ and photo opportunities are featured. The cost starts at $25 per couple for members.

Visit ymcastlouis.org.

SPECIAL INTEREST GriefShare, a seminar/support group for people grieving the death of someone close, runs from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Sundays through April 1 at St. John’s United Church of Christ (15370 Olive Blvd. in Chesterfield). Sessions are free, open to all and may be joined at any time. To register, call Rev. Dale Bartels at 532-0540. Visit griefshare.org for more information.

••• 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.

••• St. Louis Imperial Swing Dance Club meets from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. on the third Friday of every month at the Moolah Shrine

Center (12545 Fee Fee Road). There is a special kickoff $100 attendance prize, along with free food and entertainment

by DJ Larry Wheelis. Basic and advanced workshops are included. Admission is $6 for members and sister club members and $8 for guests. Visit slidc.com.

••• The Missouri Eagle Forum’s annual Sweetheart Luncheon honoring Phyllis Schlafly is at noon on Tues., Feb. 7 at the Deer Creek Club. Guest speaker David Limbaugh discusses “What the Presidency of Barack Obama is Doing to America.”

Admission is $35 per person. Email moeagleforum@gmail.com.

••• The Parent Network of Catholic High Schools hosts “If you Want to be Happy: Teaching Children and Ourselves the Keys to Happiness and Success,” a free presentation by Dr. Tim Jordan, at 7 p.m. on Wed., Feb. 8 at John F. Kennedy High School. Visit parentnetworkstl.org.

••• “Art of Marriage,” a video seminar hosted by St. John Lutheran Church, is from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Fri., Feb. 11 and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sat., Feb. 12 at Wildwood Hotel. Sessions focus on how personalities, passions and experiences color marriage. The registration fee is $59 per couple and does not include overnight accommodations. Call 779-2331.

••• GriefShare meets from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Mondays from Feb. 6 through May 7 in St. John Lutheran Church’s Ministry Center in Ellisville. The 13-week videoeducational program gives information about the grieving process within the framework of Biblical beliefs, including group discussions. Registration is $20 per person. Call 779-2331.

••• Good Grief for Kids with Shawn Crecilius meets from 7 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. on Mondays from Feb. 6 through April 2 at St. John Lutheran Church in Ellisville.

Children receive tools to understand the grieving process and participate in activities that help them move through their loss.

Crecilius is an elementary school counselor who facilitates the group of children in preschool through sixth grade. Registration is $25 per child. Call 779-2331.

••• A Single and Parenting class is from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Mondays from Feb. 6 to April 30 at St. John Lutheran Church in Ellisville. The video educational seminar offers parenting strategies, encouragement and insights on how to find rest and hope while parenting alone. Childcare is available with pre-registration. Call 779-2331.

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Sapore Italian Café proudly serves fresh, authentic Italian with passion

By SUZANNE CORBETT Chef Paul Buzzetta is proud of his independently owned restaurant, Sapore Italian Café, an operation he considers a mom-and-pop restaurant built on family tradition.

“People appreciate going to a place locally owned instead of a chain restaurant,” Buzzetta said. “The beauty of owning your own place is I can cook what I want and how I want it. It also allows me to satisfy guests’ requests.

For example, I have a customer who likes extra-large-cut veal chops. Since I cut all my own filets, fish and chops, I can cut him the size chop he wants. A chain restaurant wouldn’t do that.”

Sapore sources all its products from local farmers and purveyors, ensuring the highest quality every time. According to Buzzetta, using the freshest and best ingredients is the soul of Italian cooking. It also is the cardinal rule of Italian cooking Buzzetta learned from his Italian parents.

“I grew up in this business, and my parents and grandmother are all passionate cooks,” said Buzzetta. “When we opened Sapore, I sat down with my mom, and together, we created the menu. I wanted our menu to concentrate on what we specialize in – recipes that reflected our tradition that went beyond the usual Veal Parmesan.”

Sapore Italian Café 403 Lafayette Center • Manchester (636) 256-3949 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Mon. – Sat. www.saporeitaliancafe.com

The result: a menu that represents classic Italian preparations with a touch of gourmet flair. Excellent examples are the Gamberi Arrabiata, a dish featuring jumbo shrimp prepared with extra virgin olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, capers and the tortellaci-house-made, oversized tortellini stuffed with braised veal and spices and sauced with a pancetta sherry cream.

Farfalinni Mascarpone is another unique pasta plate that dresses bowtie-shaped pasta with a sinfully rich mascarpone cream and is topped with sautéed onions, peas and porcini mushrooms that impart a subtle, smoky flavor.

On the lighter side, consider the Parpadella Arrabiata, flat, wide-ribbon pasta flavored with extra virgin olive oil, San Marzano tomatoes, garlic, basil and red pepper.

Linguette Sapori del Mare, which is seafood linguini Sapore style, is another option that arrives served with scallops, clams, mussels and shrimp in a light white wine sauce.

Nightly specials, in true Sicilian style, always include fresh fish.

“We most always will have sea bass if it’s available,” Sapore Italian Café chef and owner, Paul Buzzetta, with the Buzzetta said. “Sometimes we might have swordfish.” Farfalinni Mascarpone and Sea Bass topped with lemon butter Also featured is steak, which can be prepared in any and caper sauce. way. Buzzetta said to try steak prepared Sicilian style: encrusted with breadcrumbs and flavored with extra oil and balsamic vinegar. virgin olive oil, garlic and lemon.

Sapore’s most important ingredient, however, is pasAntipasti and appetizers range from Shrimp De Jounge sion. to plentiful plates of cured meats, cheeses and olives.

“I have passion for what we do here,” Buzzetta said. “It’s Salads and the Soup of the Day arrive with fresh-baked the love of food – preparing it and watching people enjoy Italian bread, perfect for dipping in a hearty mix of olive what they’re eating – that keeps me excited.”

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Mon, Tu, Th, Fri. 12-5; Sat. 10-1; Closed Sun. &

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Cleaning

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KEEPING IT CLEAN

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

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FREE Estimates Call ken at 636-675-5939

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Garage Doors

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Send resume and cover letter to jobs.sales.residential@gnostix. net. Commission.

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50% OFF DISPLAY Bedroom Sets: QUEEN bed set w/dressers $1,500; QUEEN BED - canopy $1500. KING bed set 1,800.

WALL ART $50-$250 - many new pieces. View items by appt. in Town & Country. Photos avail.

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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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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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Discounts available online at www.jtdunnhvac.com. Call 314809-3019 now for Expert Advice Over the Phone!

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AUTO MECHANIC - Immediate opening. Minimum 3 years experience. Must be State Inspection certified., ready and willing to work. Apply in person at Plaza Tire Service, 17520 Chesterfield Airport Road, Chesterfield, MO 63005, ask for Keith.

UPGRADE your kitchen or bath while you increase the value of your home. Paint, wallcovering, tile, cabinets & more! The economy is tough - we can help. Spend your time & money wisely. Call Mark at 314-402-0440.

Handyman Minor Repairs, Carpentry, Electrical, Painting, FREE Estimates, West County Area

(636) 227-1173 Wood rot repair, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, drywall and custom woodworking. Includes bookcases, cabinets, fireplaces, mantels, decks, basements and more. Small jobs okay. Fast response. 35 years experience . Insured. Call Jerry @ 636-346-3883 THE WORKS Home maintenance repair, electric, carpentry, plumbing, painting & plastering, ceramic tile & backsplash, hardwood flooring, pressure washing & sealing, assembly and more. No jobs too small or large. 25 yrs experience.

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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.

Professional Outdoor Services

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

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Music Lessons 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.

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Fast Free Estimates (636) 296-5050

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We Use Environmentally Friendly - NO VOC Paints

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Holy Spirit, you who make me see everything and show me the way to reach my ideals. Give me the divine gift to forgive and forget them all who have done wrong to me. I, in short dialogue, want to thank you in everything and confirm once more that I never want to be separated from you no matter how great the material desires may be. I want to be with you and my beloved one in our perpetual glory. Thanks for favors.

Pray this prayer for three consecutive days without asking for wish. After third day, wish will be granted no matter how difficult.

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Office: 636-231-3105

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Public Notice NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING City of Clarkson Valley, Missouri Notice is hereby given: That the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Clarkson Valley, Missouri, will at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 2, 2012 at the Clarkson Executive Center (formerly known as Fru-Con Center), 15933 Clayton Road, hold a public hearing to discuss a request from Jim Babb, a resident of Clarkson Valley, seeking a Special Use Permit to locate a building mounted solar energy system and a ground mounted solar energy system on his property and to make a recommendation to the Board of Aldermen.

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Holy Spirit, you who make me see everything and show me the way to reach my ideals. Give me the divine gift to forgive and forget them all who have done wrong to me. I, in short dialogue, want to thank you in everything and confirm once more that I never want to be separated from you no matter how great the material desires may be. I want to be with you and my beloved one in our perpetual glory. Thanks for favors.

Pray this prayer for three consecutive days without asking for wish. After third day, wish will be granted no matter how difficult.

Promise to publish this dialogue as soon as your favor has been granted. GB

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. BAC

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Interior Specials Drywall Cracks Repair & Replacement WINTER DISCOUNTS Leaf Clean Up, Leaf Vacuuming, Aeration, Overseeding, Seeding, Fertilizing, Sodding, Mowing, Spraying, Weeding, Pruning, Trimming, Planting, Brush Removal, Edging, Mulching, Retaining Walls, Paver Patios & Draining Work

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Welcome Home to Luxury!

Provided by West Newsmagazine’s Advertising Department WOW! Don’t miss the opportunity to see this stunning home. Open floor-plan with attention to every detail. The 2-story great room has a fireplace outlined by 2-story windows. The kitchen is a gourmet chef’s delight.

Breakfast room with large window wall has a glass door to a large patio w/built-in gas grill and overlooks a gorgeous, professionally landscaped backyard. You’ll love entertaining in the spacious dining room. The formal living room with double glass doors is being used as an office/ library. The main level master suite has a coffered ceiling, wall of windows and large walk-in closet. Outstanding

luxurious master bath with two vanities, whirlpool tub and separate shower.

Upstairs to 2 additional bedrooms with a jack & jill bath, and a 4th bedroom with its own separate bath.

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Downstairs to a finished lower level with surround sound, exercise room and family room with 2nd fireplace. Extended 3 car garage, perfect for boat or camper.

Ideally located in Manors of Meadowlake subdivision and in Zumwalt West school district, this is an ideal family home! To schedule a showing please call today. It won’t last!

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1555 Pond Road - Glencoe - $465,000 Wow! Wildwood Equestrian property at its best! 3bd, 3ba custom updated Ranch on 3 +/- ac w/3 stall horse barn, tack rm & wash rack w/hot & cold water.

Cathy Shaw-Connely 636-346-4960

1068 Dougherty Lake Estates Dr. - $324,900 Beautifully maintained, 3bd, 3ba 2sty.

Shows like a dream! Fully updated kit, a chef’s delight. Parkway Schools District.

Cathy Shaw-Connely 636-346-4960 Sheena Connely 636-236-7036

18211 Old Wild Horse Creek Road - $2,499,900 One of a kind Equestrian Estate, Executive style home with 6 stall barn & infinity pool in Chesterfield. Owner will divide.

Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960 Tom Shaw, Jr. (314) 283-5064

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208 Cedar Hill – Labadie - $599,900 Beautiful Equestrian property with private gated entrance! 1.5sty, 3bd, 3ba w/20 +/ac, 6 stall brn w/indoor & outdoor arena.

Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960 Karen Burns (314) 920-3131

1205 Highway 109 - Glencoe - $284,900 3 bed, 3 bath Ranch on 3.8 +/- horse acres in the heart of Wildwood!

Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960 Chip Dewitt (314) 503-3619

15969 Downall Green - Chesterfield – $379,900 This 5 bedroom, 4 ½ bath is a Must See! Rockwood School District, close to all West County amenities.

Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960

2190 Ray Road - Pacific - $725,000 Wow, a horse lovers dream! 22 +/- Acres with fence, stall barn, riding arena and lovely 4 bed, 3 bath Ranch style home.

Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960

19300 Deer Pointe Estates Dr - Wildwood - $1,299,000 Gated Community offering common boarding stable with indoor arena and pasture! This stunning 1.5 story home offers 4 beds, 6 baths and 3 car garage.

Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960

2108 Butterfield Maryland Heights $199,900

12627 Conway Rd Creve Coeur $775,000

15009 Claymoor Chesterfield $139,500

16762 Benton Taylor Chesterfield $540,000

114 Winter Valley Fenton $189,900

16349 Fullerton Meadows Ballwin $199,900

716 Turtle Cove Ballwin $239,000

18 Armstrong Glendale $357,500

11954 Manhattan Des Peres $499,500

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17915 Pond Bridge Rd. - Chesterfield - $789,900 Beautiful 5 bed, 4 bath Equestrian Property located in Rockwood School District and minutes away from Babler State Park, shopping, and conveniences.

Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960

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273 Baxter Road - Ballwin - $214,000 Over $20,000 in updates!! Beautiful 4 bed, 3 bath Ranch in Parkway School District. In walking distance to golf, waterpark, playground and tennis.

Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960

4325 Fox Creek Rd. - Wildwood - $2,800,000 Amazing 5bd, 7ba on 21 +/- ac. Horse paradise, access to Rockwood & Greensfelder Park. Breath taking views.

Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960

17813 Edison Avenue, Suite 200 Chesterfield, MO 63005

1400 Pleasant Hill Rd. - Leslie - $885,000 172 +/- Ac open pasture! 4bd, 3ba, perfect for weekend or full time residence in the country, yet close to everything.

Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960

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Updtd open Flr pln ranch • HUGE High-End Kit w/NEWER stainless appl. • Parkway N.! Call: Debbie - 314-920-1400

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3 bdrms, 3 ba. Impressive great room ranch with finished walk-out lower level!! The Irvine Team - 636-391-2100

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733 Arbor Chase Dr. • Wildwood • 375,000 $

Greatroom ranch backing to trees • Open floor plan • 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths Jeanne Hunsaker - 314-210-0702

15271 Nooning Tree Court • Chesterfield • $539,000

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495 Manorcrest Ln. – Ballwin $155,000 133 Apache Dr. - Pacific - $299,500 Great ranch in Oak Tree Farm subdivision! Peaceful living on 1.3 acres! Brick 2-story, Move in ready with newer carpet, fresh circular drive, gorgeous kitchen! paint, new appliances!

19312 Dogwood Valley Ct. • Wildwood • $749,900

Nearly 7000 sq. ft. of finished living space on 3 acres!

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Darling split level with huge fenced yard and covered rear deck! Finished lower level, bright family room, great subdivision!

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Open Sunday, Jan. 29th 1-3 12 Flagstick Ct. - Sunset Hills - $570,000 1419 Vadera Ct. – Fenton $87,500 Stunning 2-story on Tapawingo National 2-story end unit condo with upgrades Golf Course. Upgrades everywhere! Must see throughout! New appliances, new flooring, kitchen and view of golf course. private patio/deck!

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Nearly 7000 sf on 3 acres where old world charm meets today’s luxuries! The Irvine Team - 636-391-2100

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Low maintenance villa • Great location • 3 bedroom, 3 bath Fresh Paint • Like New! Jeanne Hunsaker - 314-210-0702

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