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Among the people who are disappointed with President Obama, none has more reason to be disappointed than those who thought he was going to be “a uniter, rather than a divider” and that he would “bring us all together.” It was a noble hope, but one with no factual foundation. Barack Obama had been a divider all his adult life, especially as a community organizer, and he had repeatedly sought out and allied himself with other dividers, the most blatant of whom was the man whose church he attended for 20 years, Jeremiah Wright. Now, with his presidency on the line and the polls looking dicey, President Obama’s re-election campaign has become more openly divisive than ever. He has embraced the strident “Occupy Wall Street” movement, with its ridiculous claim of representing the 99 percent against the 1 percent. Obama’s Department of Justice has been spreading the hysteria that states requiring photo identification for voting are trying to keep minorities from voting, and using the prevention of voter fraud as a pretext. But anyone who doubts the existence of voter fraud should read John Fund’s book “Stealing Elections,” or J. Christian Adams’ book, “Injustice,” which deals specifically with the Obama Justice Department’s overlooking voter fraud when those involved are black Democrats. Not content with dividing classes and races, the Obama campaign is now seeking to divide the sexes by declaring that women are being paid less than men, as part of a “war on women” conducted by villains, from whom Obama and company will protect the women – and, not incidentally, expect to receive their votes this November. The old – and repeatedly discredited – game of citing women’s incomes as some percentage of men’s incomes is being played once again as part of the “war on women” theme. Since women average fewer hours of work per year, and fewer years of consecutive full-time employment than men, among other differences, comparisons of male and female annual earnings are comparisons of apples and oranges, as various female economists have pointed out. Read Diana Furchtgott-Roth of the Hudson Institute or Professor Claudia Goldin of Harvard, for

example. When you compare women and men in the same occupations with the same skills, education, hours of work and many other factors that go into determining pay, the differences in incomes shrink to the vanishing point – and, in some cases, the women earn more than comparable men. But why let mere facts spoil the emotional rhetoric or the political ploys to drum up hysteria and collect votes? The farcical nature of these ploys came out after House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi declared that Congress needed to pass the Fair Pay Act, because women average 23 percent lower incomes than men. A reporter from The Daily Caller then pointed out that the women on Nancy Pelosi’s own staff average 27 percent lower incomes than the men on her staff. Does that show that Pelosi herself is guilty of discrimination against women? Or does it show that such simple-minded statistics are grossly misleading? The so-called Fair Pay Act has nothing to do with fairness and everything to do with election-year politics. No one in his right mind expects that bill to become law. It will be lucky to pass the Senate, and has no chance whatever of getting passed in the House of Representatives. The whole point of this political exercise is to get Republicans on record voting against “fairness” for women, as part of the Democrats’ campaign strategy to claim that there is a “war on women.” If you are looking for a real war on women, you might look at the practice of aborting girl babies after an ultrasound picture shows that they are girls. These abortions are the most basic kind of discrimination, and their consequences have already been demonstrated in countries like China and India, where sexually discriminatory abortions and female infanticide have produced an imbalance in the number of adult males and females. A bill to outlaw sexually and racially discriminatory abortions has been opposed and defeated by House Democrats.

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taxpayer-funded vehicles for personal use?” I understand why they may take the cars home so they can be dispatched from that To the Editor: location, but speeding down the highway I made plans a month or so ago, when with your family on a Sunday morning? the information came out about the “chairs” Really? that I would not miss this event. With so much scrutiny being given to I am so glad I did not miss it, and loved shrinking budgets for public employees each and every one of them. wouldn’t it be a good way to save money The creativity that comes through when by limiting this kind of privilege? you let kids explore is just amazing to me. Kevin Koogler Each one is more unique than the next one. Wildwood Loved them all. I have lived in Chesterfield for 37 years, and with all the new things that Chester- More opinions on the field Arts is offering, I am very grateful Ballwin Schnucks to live here. I watch for each event that is planned by them. To the Editor: I have attended many of them and all I am in agreement with Norman and have been wonderful. Way beyond my Maria Bein (West Newsmagazine, May 23). expectations. The Beins urged all those affected in the I stayed for the music at the amphitheater area not to shop at this “nice neighborhood – another great part of a Saturday evening. store.” I am in no way affected nor do I The thing that impressed me most of all live nearby but I will never shop at this was the families, families and more fami- store, ever. lies – having a picnic together, dancing to The people did not want this neighborthe music and enjoying each other in a one- hood market, the increased traffic, the on-one relationship – bringing their dogs, safety of the students who must use this and just relaxing together. route, or the decline of property value for Friends meeting friends, too. the people who live nearby didn’t matter. It was just a beautiful experience to see Schnucks didn’t care nor did the people that an event like this still can happen. who voted to build this “Nice NeighborI did not see an iPad, a phone, or any dis- hood Market.” traction from their time together. Does it ever matter what the people This is warm expression that life in want? Apparently not. America can be about family again. I caught I passed this ugly store today. It made myself just gazing around the crowd and me ill. feeling welcome there. A number of years ago Dierbergs MarChesterfield Arts has done something kets wanted to build a larger store a few for this town no one else could have. We blocks from the smaller 141 and Olive were a bedroom community and, for many store. The people who lived in River Bend events, had to go closer to the city – to the and other nearby neighborhoods spoke up areas that celebrated hometown America. loud and clear. They didn’t want a store No more. We have it all right here. to drag down their property values nor I salute each one of you who have been endanger the lives of the school children involved in bringing this to our hometown. attending the school situated right next to Greta Corkhill the market. Chesterfield Dierbergs listened to the people and did not want to cause such ill feelings from its customers or the community. They backed Personal use of out and did not build the store. I applaud Dierbergs, the “good neighbor” police vehicles people. To the Editor: Whether or not you are affected by the I’m driving down 270 on a Sunday morn- building of this store, I urge you to shop ing and a police car passes me at a high elsewhere. If we hurt them in their pockrate of speed. When I get closer I notice the etbook maybe then they will listen to the driver is in a white T-shirt, a female is in the people they represent, maybe then. passenger seat and two kids in the back. Shame on Schnucks and shame on all I assume he is an off-duty police officer who voted against the people. with his family. Margaret I. My question is: “Why do they get to use Chesterfield

To the Editor: I’ll shop at Schnucks. I really enjoy reading comments about what goes on in the various communities here in West St. Louis County. I understand that the neighbors that live near the new Schnucks store, which is being built by Marquette High School, did not want it to go in for their various reasons, but it is going in. All of the trees on that overgrown corner lot have been removed and the new store is already being built. All of the road work has been changed, and I am sure that the landscaping will look very nice, probably a lot nicer than the vacant lot that was there before. It’s probably also going to be a lot more convenient for those in that vicinity to run out quickly and return home again using less time and fuel. But to hear some comment that they and supposed many others are going to boycott the store doesn’t make sense. Would they rather the store, after is it finished, then go out of business, close its doors, board up the windows, and weeds start growing in the cracks of the parking lot? Do they really want a vacant building in their neighborhood, or a nice new grocery store? Noel LaVanchy Wildwood

stage is set for a complete takeover of the government. Think about it, since taking office, instead of helping the economy as promised, the president has purposely escalated the economy crisis by plunging the country into unprecedented debt. He has a number of programs that are designed to go into effect in January 2013, just in time for his presumptuous second term of office. The economic burden and increased taxes on everyone will be enough to cause the final economic collapse of the country. As soon as that happens, the administration will declare martial law and assume dictatorial control of the nation. The Department of Justice has already been subverting federal laws to strip us of a number of freedoms (gun control). The Supreme Court and many of the federal courts have been seeded with socialistic liberal judges that will rule in the Presidents favor on virtually anything, thus ending constitutional rule and law. Obama already is changing the face of America’s military. Continued downsizing, changing the retirement program is causing many conservative military leaders to resign commissions and leave the military. Pentagon officials are noting that an increase in enlistments of radical persons and group members into the U.S. military where they get training they need on weapons and defense systems. There is no way to know how many are in the armed forces Could 2012 be America’s or what positions they may hold. Our President has been wielding executive last presidential election? powers these past years as if he were already To the Editor: a dictator. When Congress is not doing his This question has been asked to a number bidding, he simply bypasses them and uses of people and most of them respond as an executive order to accomplish his way. if one were crazy. They reply that this is This has set the stage for disbandment of America, land of the free and there will Congress. He would not be the first world always be elections. leader to take control of a nation and disband Popular radio talk show host Michael the legislative branch of government. Savage, son of a Russian immigrant and He has been effectively using the media very familiar with soviet and European to anesthetize the public to the dangers he history, warned listeners by saying: “I have poses. Like a patient being prepped for to tell you that if President Obama, God surgery, people are numb to the changes forbid, is elected for a second term, we’re and won’t have a clue what took place going to be living in something along the until they wake up in recovery and realize lines of ... Europe.” that free America has been removed and The current administration is the most replaced with a regime that may parallel corrupt, incompetent, dangerous tyranni- those of Stalin, Lenin, Mussolini, Chavez cal administration in American history. It and Castro. is not politics as usual. It is not Democrats For the sake of America’s future, we earversus Republicans. nestly need to pray to be spared from what President Obama has a long history of a certain future could hold, and that the being at odds with American values and current Administration is overwhelmingly with America itself and the core principles defeated in 2012, otherwise it may be that of this country. only heaven can help us. With his control over the executive and Jack Martin judicial branches of the government, the Manchester

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Holding their lives in their hands – and maybe yours “Got your phone.” It’s a common refrain – called out by parents as kids rush out of the house, whether for a night out with friends, a day’s excursion or a longer road trip. But here’s the kicker, as parents we really don’t want our kids to use their phones – at least, not while driving. We want their eyes focused on the road, their hands at two and 10, and their absolute attention given to the cars and dangers around them. That’s not happening. In a survey, released June 7 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 58 percent of high school seniors surveyed admitted to texting or emailing while driving; 43 percent of high school juniors made a similar claim. The survey, which has been conducted every other year since 1991, asks questions about youth risk behavior – which was down overall – but this was the first time it asked about new behaviors, such as texting while driving. And while the results are disappointing, they are far from surprising. Admit it. Your phone is calling you – not only to answer it while driving, but also to use it to conduct business, schedule meetings, catch up on gossip and so much more – all while driving in traffic or racing down the highway. But teens don’t talk on their phones, they text on them. And like their parents, they’re addicted to the instant information age. To make us put down our phones and drive, regardless of age, may take serious legislation. But getting there isn’t easy. Seven distracted driving bills were on the table in Missouri in 2012, but when the legislative session ended on May 18 none of them had been transformed into law. Statute 304.820 still stands as the only law banning texting or emailing while driving and only for drivers age 21 and younger. It seems like common sense. Preoccupation with electronic devices slows reaction times and can result in lane swerves, poor judgement and accidents with fatal results. Just last week, a Massachusetts teen was sentenced to a year in jail for his role in

a fatal traffic accident that prosecutors say happened as a result of distracted driving. On the day of the accident the then 17-year-old male sent 193 text messages. That’s a bit more than the average teen. OK it’s twice as much. According to the Pew Research Center, the average teen sends around 100 texts per day. Assuming that same teen sleeps six hours a day – highly unlikely for most teens – that’s an average of one text every 11 minutes. With numbers like those, it’s likely that average teens are texting and driving. Can the trend be reversed? Maybe. The CDC Youth Rick Behavior study also revealed that seatbelt use was up among teens. Several factors, including “Click it or Ticket” laws and noisy warnings built into cars, play a role in teens not thinking twice about buckling up. But parents also want credit for modeling “good behavior” and making it commonplace. Perhaps there’s the lesson to be learned. If we put down our phones, so will our kids. But breaking the cycle is hard. In the same week that texting and teens were in the news, so was increased use of the Internet by seniors and Twitter use by adults. Again, we turn to Pew Research for the numbers. A study released June 6 shows that for the first time ever, more than half of seniors age 65 and older are online. Sixtynine percent of adults ages 65 and older report that they have a cellphone, up from 57 percent in May 2010. And even in the age 76 and older category, 56 precent report owning a cellphone of some kind, up from 47 percent in 2010. More phones, more temptation. Although some would argue, with age, more common sense. As for Twitter, the Pew Research Center’s Internet & American Life Project reported on June 1 that 15 percent of adults online use Twitter and 8 percent say they use it frequently and daily. Frequency is the big change here – up 4 percent since 2010 – with smartphones cited as the probable reason why. It’s hard to ignore the allure, but if we want to arrive alive maybe it’s time we do.

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BALLWIN House fire results in rescue Two Ballwin police officers responding to a house fire call in the 100 block of Coral Terrace Drive at approximately 9:15 p.m. on June 2 suffered smoke inhalation while assisting in the rescue of an elderly woman. The fire was detected by the woman’s husband who heard the smoke alarm, called 911 and then attempted to re-enter the house to rescue his wife. Officers Nathan Jaeger and Mike Hitchcock were joined by Metro West Fire Protection District firefighters in rescuing the woman, who was taken to Mercy in serious condition.

Gypsies arrested A group claiming to be a family of gypsies has been arrested and charged with felony stealing in association with the theft of 40 iPhones from the AT&T store, located at 15575 Manchester Road, on June 5 at approximately 10:15 a.m. According to Ballwin Police, three of the suspects distracted employees, while two others entered the store’s back room and

scooped the iPhones into a large purse. An employee questioned the suspects as they exited the back room. They replied that they were looking for a recycling box. Upon inspection of the room, the employee immediately realized that the phones had been taken. “At this point the suspects were already running out the front door,” Sgt. Jim Heldmann, of the Ballwin Police, said. “Police identified the suspects’ vehicle behind the building and our dispatch sent the description to nearby precincts.” Twenty minutes later the suspects were apprehended by Town & Country Police and all of the iPhones were recovered. Given the group’s history, each member is being held on a $75,000 cash-only bond. Heldmann indicated that the group may also be wanted for crimes in Warrenton, Kansas City and San Jose, Ca. “They’re most likely going to make the circuit,” Heldmann said in reference to extradition. “But they’re here now and they’ll stay here until they post bail or stand trial.”

Deep Water SCUBA offered The Ballwin Parks and Recreation Department will be offering a Deep Water

Ballwin VFW Post #6274 hosts its 20th annual Four-man Golf Scramble on June 24 with a noon shotgun start. Teams are still being accepted at a cost of $300 per four-man team. Beer and Bloody Mary’s will be available on the course. Lunch and attendance prizes are included in the registration fee. For details or to register, call Rich at (314) 409-3987.

CHESTERFIELD Overnight stays requested Dr. George Paletta, orthopedic surgeon and head team physician for the St. Louis Cardinals, addressed the Chesterfield Planning Commission on May 30 with a request to amend the zoning ordinance of a planned 65,000-square-foot office building at the intersection of Boone’s Crossing and Hwy. 40 in Chesterfield. The space is already zoned to permit medical offices. The amendment would allow Paletta’s practice to use the space for overnight stays to observe recovering surgery patients. These overnight stays would be restricted to a maximum of 72 hours. An adjacent property owner has requested that the following conditions also be met: overnight stays comprise a maximum of 5 percent of the leasable square footage of the building, no more than seven beds for overnight stays, no separate entrance for overnight stays, and no external signage advertising overnight stays.

Dr. Paletta, who has agreed to these conditions, told the commission that of the 100-150 patients his practice anticipates treating at the facility per week, only five to six of these would require overnight observation, primarily for post-operative pain management. At presstime, the Planning Commission was scheduled to review and possibly vote on the request on June 11. From there, the request would move on to the Planning & Public Works Committee before making it to City Council for review in mid-July.

Corks & Fork calls for vendors, sponsors The city of Chesterfield Parks and Recreation Department will be partnering with Entertainment St. Louis to host a premier event, Forks & Corks, at the Chesterfield Amphitheater from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 1. Forks & Corks will gather people together to enjoy delicious food, fine wine and craft beers tastings along with art and music. Plans are underway and vendors and sponsors are being sought. Parties interested in participating in the event are asked to contact kjohnson@chesterfield.mo.us or call 812-9500 by June 15.

EUREKA Sobriety check The Eureka Police Department will be conducting a sobriety checkpoint on Friday June 29, between the hours of 8 p.m. and 2 a.m. within the city limits.

MONARCH Website gets facelift The district’s Board of Directors has approved a proposal from CMS Express of St. Louis to re-do the website – monarchfpd.org – at a cost of $3,250. John Borgmann, Monarch assistant chief, told the Board that an internal committee had met with CMS representatives who were impressed with the company’s work and its overall approach. The Board has been discussing the website project at recent meetings and earlier had decided to seek

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Wedded bliss Martin Duggan, longtime “Donnybrook” provocateur, and his wife Mae, recently celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary by hosting a crowd of family members at their Creve Coeur home. Guests came from Saudi Arabia, New York City, Washington, D.C., and Texas. The Duggans married in 1942 and have five children, 10 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and another “on the way.” “We are so grateful for Dad and Mom and their remarkable lives,” Mary Duggan Leahy, their daughter, said. “What a wonderful model of married love they provide for all of us. I tell everyone: They’ve been married for 70 years, and they are absolutely crazy about each other – pure devotion!” Noting that his wife is a “weather junkie,” Martin, 91, said he could characterize the marriage in weather terms. “We’ve had our share of tragedies as everyone does, but it’s been mostly sunny,” he said. Asked to share their recipe for marriage longevity, Mae. 93, said, “The secret is to pick the right man.” “Do whatever your wife tells you,” Martin, quipped. “We’re grateful for all of God’s gifts, including hearing loss!” proposals from firms interested in the job. CMS says it can complete the work within 15 business days after receiving necessary materials and information. Monarch personnel will be able to update the site as needed, Borgmann said.

Advisory committee reinstituted A citizens advisory committee is on the way to reactivation at the Monarch Fire Protection District. Kim Evans, Monarch Board president, proposed the move at the Board’s June 7 meeting. Directors Steve Swyers and Robin Harris also expressed apparent agreement with the action. Noting the advisory committee has not been active for some time, Evans said reinstituting the group would be an ideal way to gain citizen input on next year’s budget issues. One possible way to launch the group would be for each director to submit the names of two persons willing to serve, Evans noted, adding that the Board will discuss the matter again at a future meeting. Evans suggested a goal of having the committee in place by August.

TOWN & COUNTRY New urbanism The city of Town & Country’s Green Team Commission will host its Green Speakers Series on Thursday, June 21 at Longview Farm Park, 13525 Clayton Road. The lecture, featuring Tim Busse, town architect of New Town at St. Charles, will begin at 7 p.m. Busse’s talk, “Back to the future: urban design’s new urbanism” will explore “new urbanism,” a design movement which pro-

motes walkable neighborhoods containing a range of housing and job types. Since its birth in the 1980s, new urbanism has reformed many aspects of real estate development, urban planning and municipal land-use strategies. Strongly influenced by urban design standards predating the automobile, new urbanism reduces traffic congestion, increases the supply of affordable housing and reins in suburban sprawl. New Town at St. Charles is a local example of a new urban community.

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Wildwood questions EPA official’s past, fate of Strecker Forest By SARAH WILSON When Wildwood recently got wind of a longstanding controversy involving the destruction of information and Bob Feild, project manager for EPA Region 7, officials started questioning how Feild’s credibility could affect his work with the contaminated sites in Wildwood. Feild has been in charge of cleaning up dioxin-contaminated soil on Times Beach since the project’s inception, as well as dioxin testing at the Strecker Forest development site in Wildwood. Wildwood recently discovered that Feild, in early 2000, was accused of telling his colleagues to delete emails involving a Superfund site in Omaha, Neb., to avoid disclosing any messages under the Freedom of Information Act. Times Beach, which eventually became known as the Bliss-Ellisville Superfund site, became one of the nation’s worst manmade disaster areas after waste oil containing high levels of dioxin was unknowingly sprayed on the streets of Times Beach in the 1970s as a means of dust control. An EPA investigation in 1982 confirmed that the oil was contaminated with dioxin and the site was soon after added to the EPA National Priority List and evacuated. A $6.4 million cleanup was initiated, and soils containing elevated levels of dioxin were excavated and replaced with clean backfill. The EPA said the soil testing after the cleanup confirmed that residual dioxin concentrations in the soil were within EPA

guidelines and below a level of concern for any future use. Since the cleanup, Feild continually has said that the land – including the proposed Strecker Forest site – is safe. A developer purchased the 18-acre Strecker Forest site for future home construction; however, after a former resident told Wildwood that her son’s cancer could be an effect of the contaminated area, the Wildwood City Council halted development of the area and requested EPA testing on the site, the results of which have yet to be resolved. In the meantime, a lawsuit against the EPA over the cost of cleanup at the Omaha Superfund site was in the works. Union Pacific and ASARCO, a miner, smelter and refiner of copper and molybdenum, accused of being the responsible parties involved in the lead contamination at the center of the Omaha Superfund case, questioned whether their lead paint actually caused the site’s contamination. During the ensuing investigation, attorneys discovered a lack of transparency by Feild, who had told his colleagues starting in 2004 to delete emails that had the potential to be subpoenaed. “Please delete this and the original e-mail [relating to contamination and treatability issues] below from your inbox and trash. We get FOIAs every year for all of our e-mails,” Feild wrote to his colleagues in 2006. Eventually, Feild was removed from the Omaha site project. Glenn Simpson, a researcher located in Washington, D.C., who was hired to do

research for the Omaha case, was the one who initially informed Wildwood of everything going on. He said he was surprised to learn that Feild is working on dioxin issues in Wildwood. “I think people in Wildwood have a right to ask why the EPA sent Mr. Feild back to deal with them after he was removed from the Omaha case amid questions about his credibility,” Simpson said. He said it is reasonable to ask whether the EPA may have larger credibility issues in Region 7. Wildwood Councilmember Tammy Shea (Ward 3) said this is beyond a Freedom of Information Act violation. “It is a violation of public trust,” she said. “They’ve been caught not doing a very good job and being politically motivated to protect a corporate polluter when their job was to protect public health.” Most recently, EPA Region 7 on June 4 began to conduct soil sampling at Times Beach as part of a pilot study that would apply newly developed science and the latest technology to test for small, or trace, amounts of dioxin in soil. The EPA is conducting the study at the request of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources to ensure that the park is a safe environment and that the park’s soils meet the EPA’s recently updated dioxin toxicity criterion. Woerther said the city has not discussed the matter of Feild’s history of dishonesty yet, and he is unsure as to what the city’s

next move will be in regard to the proposed Strecker Forest site. “But I think it’s coming to where we’re obviously going to have to investigate at some point,” he said. “Part of it, too, ties in, obviously, with the upcoming public hearing and the results of that. You’re predisposed to think that this could be all great news or just garbage and could ultimately point to what may be going on in other regions, such as Omaha. So it’s something we’ll have to take a look at. We’ve got a ways to go. “Ultimately, my commitment, as far as the Strecker Forest site is concerned, is to get to the bottom of this and determine whether the sites are clean or not. If they’re not cleaned up, let’s go ahead and do what we need to do to remediate, and if they are, let’s make sure we’ve got our I’s dotted and our T’s crossed because, given the history with Times Beach and all these side issues, everybody is looking for some trust and some assurance, and we’ve just got to be doubly sure about all of it. We’re all looking forward to the meeting. “Obviously, I imagine what’s going on up in Omaha is going as slowly as any typical court case would be. So we’ll see how this pans out.” The EPA’s upcoming meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 21 at the St. Louis County Library Daniel Boone Branch in Ellisville. Chris Whitley, EPA Region 7 spokesperson, said the EPA does not anticipate Feild attending.

Detours ahead: Kehrs Mill and Wildhorse Creek roads to close June 15 Substantial traffic flow complications are expected next week when St. Louis County closes both Kehrs Mill Road south of Wildhorse Creek Road and Wildhorse Creek Road east of Kehrs Mill Road. The closure begins at first light June 15, and will be in effect until July 14. It will enable a contractor to remove and replace a box culvert located at the intersection of Kehrs Mill and Wildhorse Creek roads, and perform other work related to St. Louis County’s $8.35 million realignment of Kehrs Mill, Wildhorse Creek and Long roads. Throughout the closure, traffic that ordinarily drives north on Kehrs Mill to reach Wildhorse Creek Road (to go either east or west on Wildhorse Creek or to access Long Road) will be unable to do so (see map at right). Drivers must take Kehrs Mill south to Clarkson and then turn left (north) on Clarkson to reach Baxter Road.

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come entertain them or talk to them.” The Fullers have been involved in several significant excavations in Chesterfield since their first dig together in 1981. Over the past six or seven years, they have been active in restoring damage caused by looting and grave robbing at Chesterfield’s Blake Mound, the largest surviving Native American burial mound in St. Louis County – a site discovered by the late Leonard Blake during the 1950s. Michael said that he, his wife and a few others have focused on Chesterfield “because of the remarkable history and prehistory here that makes it an exceptional community across the entire state.” He said Chesterfield residents might be surprised to learn of the archeological find construction workers recently stumbled upon in Chesterfield Valley. “Just two or three years ago, when they were doing the levee construction work down in the bottoms, right where all the malls are, some removal of earth uncovered a deeply buried Indian village, like six feet down below the ground’s surface,” said Michael. “To some of us, we think it’s second only to Cahokia Mounds across the river in terms of its wealth and the power that it held in this area.” The Fuller’s 17-year-old daughter, who also is named Neathery, attended the awards presentation with her parents. Neathery, who spent her childhood summers on digs with her parents, said her days of sifting through dirt in search of rocks and bones are numbered. The soon-to-be Parkway West senior plans to study vocal performance and music education in college. “I’ve had that part of my life. I’m ready for something else,” the young woman said. “Some parents make their kids mow the yard,” Michael said. “Ours had to help at the dig.”

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Why serve: Chesterfield Councilmember Connie Fults offers insight I thought I wasn’t really being heard and I thought I could do a better job. Q: You have been on the Council for years. Why do you stay? A: There have been projects that really have spanned that many years. When you talk about some of the parks improvements – we had the idea, we went out and got the funding source, did the final plans, and now we’re finally bringing them online. As I drive down Wild Horse Creek Road, to see it residential, to see such nice areas there – that has probably been something we’ve dealt with all 10 years. The second thing was expanding the parks. Essentially, Prop P took the parks out of the general revenues and gave (them their) own funding source. By CAROL ENRIGHT Had we not had that, you would not see Connie Fults has represented Ward 4 on City Park. You wouldn’t see the amphithe Chesterfield City Council for the past theater. … I have to say, especially CVAC 10 years. She and her husband, Steve, live (Chesterfield Valley Athletic Complex) – in the Chesterfield Farms subdivision with when we saw that built out – I take a lot of their three daughters. pride in that. Fults’ path to becoming a CouncilmemThe third thing was the Long Road interber began with organizing a neighborhood section. … While this is going to be an block party, which led to her becoming a awful summer for a lot of people ... we will subdivision trustee. finally get the intersection that we deserve. Q: Why did you run for City Council? Q: What surprised you most when you A: I think a lot of it was we (the trust- first joined City Council? ees) were up here on so many issues, and A: We can’t just do whatever we want.

There are restraints, legally. I think people always think just tell them no, and a lot of times we can’t. Since all of this land is privately held, we really can’t dictate that you can never sell your land. It would be like me coming to you and saying, “I really want more green space so you can never sell your house again as residential; it has to go back to a cornfield.” Q: What can City Council do to preserve Chesterfield’s open space? A: It goes back to the comprehensive plan and how you’ve laid that out – and we’ve done a pretty good job with that. Q: Does Chesterfield hold developers to a higher standard? A: Over the years, I can’t tell you how many national chains have said, “Well, this is our standard model” – and we’ve told them, “It’s not good enough for here. Go back and come back with something else.” We are tough. I don’t know if people really appreciate that. Probably the biggest thing is that they want to be in Chesterfield. We’re not a community that needs somebody to come in. We’re kind of in the driver’s seat because they want to come into Chesterfield, and we can hold them to a little bit higher standard or ask for a little bit more.

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Q: How many hours do you devote to your job as a councilmember? A: I would say probably a minimum of eight to 10 hours a week. But some weeks, it’s every night you’re up here or at a subdivision meeting. Q: How much does a Chesterfield City Councilmember get paid? A: Five hundred dollars per month before taxes. When I first came on council, I had a 3-year-old, an 8-year-old and an 11-year-old, and so, for the most part, that money got sucked up into babysitting and then some. I’m not sure that we actually come out ahead. It’s just shy of volunteering. Q: What’s the best part of the job? A: Probably just to see that you’ve made an impact on the community. The other big thing is the people I’ve met. There are people that I don’t think our paths would have ever crossed. … (They’ve become) personal friends of mine. I think the other big thing is that you learn so much. You have to learn and you’re constantly reading and you’re constantly taking on new challenges. I like that. Q: What’s the worst part about being on City Council? A: Sometimes telling people no. That is tough because we are here to try to do the best we can for our residents.

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Parkway appointments Bill Senti was selected as the principal of Craig Elementary in the Parkway School District, effective July 1. Senti started his professional career as an art teacher in the Rockwood School District. In 2008, he was selected for the administrative intern position at Parkway West Middle and for the past three years has served as an assistant principal at Northeast Middle. During this time, Senti established many

positive relationships with the Craig families whose children attended Northeast Middle. He has a deep appreciation for the North area community and has led Senti significant work in creating a positive school climate, building character in students and fostering a culture for high standards of learning. Another new member of the Craig Elementary administrative team is Waller Berin Waller, who currently is a fifth-grade teacher at Craig and will be an assistant principal next year. Prior to coming to Parkway, Waller served as a classroom teacher in second, third, fourth and fifth grades for 10 years in the Jennings School District. He also has served as an instructional technology specialist and a data team leader. His expertise will offer valuable support for curriculum and instruction as well as the implementation of a student management system.

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addition of two new faculty members for the 2012-2013 school year. Diane Zeger will be joining the CDS faculty as a co-lead teacher for the preschool program. She is a graduate of Northern Arizona University, where she earned a degree in elementary education. She also graduated from the Missouri Montessori Teacher Education Program and is certified as an age 3-6 Montessori teacher. Zeger has been working as a teacher at Children’s House Montessori School of Columbia in Columbia, Mo., since 2005. Rachael Alvarez Pothula also will be joining the school in the kindergarten-first grade team as a full-time lead teacher. She has a strong background in the area of language instruction and has worked at the Stephen Gaynor School in New York City as a Reading Specialist since 2009. From 2004-2009, she was a teacher at Metropolitan Montessori School in New York City. She is a graduate of Rutgers University with a bachelor’s degree in English and has a master’s of education in early childhood education from City College of New York City. She is certified as a primary (ages 3-6) and elementary (ages 6-9) Montessori educator.

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National Merit recipients Four Parkway and Rockwood students earned National Merit Scholarship awards financed by corporations, company foundations and other business organizations. The students include: Thomas Hack, Central High; Adrienne Hunt, North High; Brandon K. Sinanan, Lafayette High; and

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Girl Scout hero Alexis Becker, a Girl Scout ambassador and student at Parkway North High, received the Bronze Cross for saving her elderly neighbor’s life during a house fire. The Bronze Cross is a national award for Girl Scouts who have saved a human life. Becker received the award at school in May in front of her class- Bianca Nalepa, Girl Scout troop leader; mates and family. Alexis Becker, Parkway North High student Before Becker, Girl Scouts of East- and senior Girl Scout, with her Bronze Cross ern Missouri had presented only 12 Award; and Dr. Jenny Marquart, Parkway North High principal. Lifesaving Awards to local Girl Scouts since 1981. The Bronze Cross is a prestigious, national award that has been a part of the Girl Scout program since the start of the movement. Jacob R. Zerr, Lafayette High. Scholars were selected from students who advanced to the finalist level in the National Merit Scholarship com- Zerr petition and met criteria of their scholarship sponsors. A committee of college admissions officers and high school counselors selected the scholarship winners. Recipients can use their Sinanan awards at any regionally accredited U.S. college or university. Approximately 1.5 million juniors in more than 22,000 high schools entered the 2012 National Merit Scholar- Hack ship competition when they took the 2010 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, which served as an initial screen of program entrants. Hunt

Financial excellence The Rockwood School District received the Association of School Business Officials International’s Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting award for having met or exceeded the program’s high standards for financial reporting and accountability. This award is in recognition of the district’s 2011 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. John Musso, ASBO executive director, congratulated Rockwood on earning the COE. “This award represents a significant achievement and reflects Rockwood’s commitment to the highest standards of school system financial reporting,” Musso said.

In addition to confirming the district’s commitment to financial accountability and transparency, recognition through the COE program can strengthen a district’s presentation for bond issuance statements. ASBO, a professional association of more than 5,000 members, provides programs and services to promote the highest standards of school business management practices, professional growth and the effective use of educational resources.

New head of school Living Water Academy named Thomas D. (Tom) Keller the new head of school. A 33-year veteran principal, human resources coordinator and teacher Keller in the Rockwood and Washington school districts, Keller brings a wealth of management experience, as well as a deep faith in Jesus Christ, to his new role at LWA. “I am thrilled to have the opportunity to pair my education experience with my desire to serve Christ,” Keller said. “Sharing my love of learning, as well as the love of Jesus, with students, faculty and families every day is an incredible blessing.” Keller has already assumed the head of school position at LWA and is busy working with the Board of Directors, faculty and staff, and parents planning the 2012-13 school year, which begins Sept. 4. Keller earned a bachelor’s degree in education at Missouri State University as well as a master’s in secondary administration and an advanced studies certificate in educational administration at the University of Missouri-St. Louis. He taught math and science in the Washington and Rockwood school districts, served as associate principal at Crestview Middle and, most recently, as assistant principal at Morgan Selvidge Middle, retiring from that position in 2011.

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When the sixth-grade students at The Fulton School at St. Albans were given their philanthropy project last September, it was full steam ahead. The students were challenged with the task of running the school store, which offers logoed shirts, sweatshirts, snacks, drinks and school supplies to the whole school – toddlers through 12th grade. The school store is a multidisciplinary activity completely run by the sixth graders. The students apply a variety of skills they learn from language arts and math class to carry out different jobs. The students have weekly business meetings where they make decisions and plan special events. The students are in charge of choosing the inventory, stocking the shelves, keeping the store tidy and operating the cash box during a sale. The store is open during the school’s lunch hour. Throughout the year, The Fulton School Store hosts special sales, like snow cones, lemonade, bake sales and holiday raffles. Profits made throughout the year are allocated to the sixth grade philanthropy project. This year, the store raised $1,500 and it was up to the sixth graders to decide on a charity. Each student was challenged to research a charity that meant something to them personally. After all the ideas were collected, three charities were chosen for the running. The students invited spokespersons from each of the three charities to visit the classroom and give a presentation. This offered the kids a great opportunity to ask questions and be intimately involved in the decision-making process. “It was a very difficult decision for everyone. After a lot of debate and discussion, the sixth graders chose the Missouri Baptist Children’s Home because one of our sixth graders is adopted and two have adopted siblings. Classmate Mary Rawlins felt compelled to find a local agency that served similar needs,” Tracy Lannert, lower school teacher, said. “We never realized how hard it would be to choose a charity,” Syndey Pich, a Fulton

School sixth grader, said. Established in 1886, the Missouri Baptist Children’s Home (MBCH) helps children, youth and families through a variety of programs. They provide permanency planning for “at risk” children so they can benefit from the stability and nurturing of a permanent Christian home. Based in Bridgeton, MBCH offers therapeutic group homes, pregnancy services, transitional living programs, developmental disability services, foster care, adoptive services and family reunification services. Kelly Anderson, of MBCH, was invited to attend the Fulton School’s sixth grade “Moving Up Ceremony” on May 24 where she was presented with the students’ contribution. “In the end, the students were very pleased to be helping other children that are not as fortunate as they are to have loving, safe, forever homes,” Lannert said. ••• As part of their year-long philanthropy project, the Chesterfield Day School sixth grade class recently presented a check for $3,215 to support Operation Homefront. Operation Homefront is a nonprofit organization with the mission of providing emergency financial and other assistance to the families of U.S. service members and wounded warriors. Students raised the funds throughout the 2011-2012 school year by conducting bake sales and other fundraising activities. The majority of the funds were raised through the sixth grade play “Mulan Jr.” All ticket proceeds went toward the Operation Homefront philanthropy project. Operation Homefront officials attended the play the evening of May 23 and received the donation. President Jon Jerome and Vice Chairman David Woolley recognized students with a certificate of appreciation. Of the students efforts, Jerome said, “(you) bring honor and distinction not only upon yourselves, but on your institution and are in keeping with the finest traditions of service.”

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Spor t s High school boys tennis It was a history-making year for the Eureka boys tennis team. The Wildcats finished third after defeating Parkway Central 5-4. Eureka finished with a sparkling 20-1 record. “I’m very proud of them,” Eureka coach Jason Conley said. “Some of the boys had to play up a position in some of our dual matches and they still managed to play an undefeated season.” Eventual state champion Rock Bridge handed Eureka its first loss in the semifinals with a 5-0 decision. “Rock Bridge was tough but we were not in awe,” Conley said. “They played their best and we did not get it to doubles. Still, I am happy the way they competed against the champs.” Eureka defeated Parkway Central 6-5 during the regular season. To finish third, the Wildcats had to come from behind. “We were down 4-1 and won 5-4,” Conley said. “We got big singles wins by the Huang brothers (Jason and Michael) at No. 1 and No. 3 singles. If Michael doesn’t win his third set match at No. 3 single, we don’t get to doubles and end up fourth. “Corey Pieper and Matt Varner played a good match to win at No. 3 doubles. Andy Schmid and Collin Mayer rolled at No. 2 doubles and then the Huangs won at No. 1 doubles to complete the doubles sweep for the 5-4 victory.” James and Michael Huang became the first Eureka medalists in 16 years, since Billy Tanurchis medaled in singles in 1996. The Huangs had to beat a duo from Vianney to play for fifth and they won 6-4, 6-4. “They played tight and Vianney gave us a real tough match,” Conley said. “We barely got by them in a well-fought match.” In the fifth place match to a Rockhurst duo, the Huangs came up just short. ••• Other West County athletes also did well at the state tournament. Westminster Christian Academy sophomores Bailey Merkel and Derek Bell finished sixth against the Pembroke Hill team

of Kevin Hornbeck and Thristan Threatt, 2-6, 6-3, 6-2. To get into the fifth-place match, the Wildcats duo defeated Josh Girson and Chandler McCray, of Pembroke Hill, 6-7, 6-2, 6-4. Merkel finished third in doubles last spring with Cameron Smith. MICDS finished third in the Class 1 team tournament. The Rams lost to state champion Pembroke Hill 5-0 in the semifinals but defeated Warrensburg 5-0 to finish the season at 15-4. In singles, junior Matt Wolfe finished fifth with a 6-4, 6-3 win over Joe Ibarra, of St. Pius X. Seniors Zander Galluppi and Matthew Tao wound up fourth in doubles. They lost 7-5, 1-6, 7-5 to Connor Frazier and William Sistrunk, of Springfield Greenwood. In Class 2, CBC sophomore Alex Pozo earned his second medal at state. He was sixth last year and finished third this spring with a win over Rockhurst’s John Nogalski.

High school boys track The Principia 800 relay team won its event at the recent Class 2 state track meet at Dwight Reed Stadium in Jefferson City. The winning time was 1 minute, 29.56 seconds. Panthers coach Robert Baker said he was hopeful about the unit’s chances at state. “We knew we should have a good chance to win at state going in,” Baker said. “Junior Eddie Bargmann ran first. Eddie was very consistent out of the blocks and really was our best starter even though this is his first year to run track or go out of blocks. “Senior Conrad Bollinger ran second and was the slowest leg, but always held his own against everyone we ran against in his leg. He had good experience with handoffs. “Senior Richard Bonsi was third and is our best curve runner. Senior Isaiah Laster, the anchor, is our school record holder in 100 and 200. He can run with anyone in the state in 100 and 200 from a flying start.” The relay team set the school record at sectionals with a time of 1:29.20. “We ran just slower than that at state in both prelims and finals,” Baker said. “They worked hard in practice almost every day

Principia Panther’s state 4 x 200 relay team, from left: Isaiah Laster, Conrad Bollinger, Richard Bonsi and Eddie Bargmann.

on handoffs and were very consistent with exchanges all year. I think they can really appreciate the win.” Bollinger finished second in the pole vault with a height of 14 feet, 9 inches. That tied his lifetime best. “He focused more on the vault this year and improving his speed on the runway for the vault,” Baker said. “We had not really planned on his being on the 4 x 100 and 4 x 200 at the start of the season. Midway we found out he was the fourth fastest on the team and put him on both for the remainder of the season.” Overall, it was a good season for Principia track. “We set seven new school records this year in both boys and girls vault, 4 x 200 for both boys and girls, 4 x 100 for boys and 100 and 200 for boys with Isaiah,” Baker said. “In a small school those are very strong records and may be on our record board for some time to come. “We will really miss eight or nine key seniors next year and will need to find replacements in the vault and sprints.” The other West County state winners were: Parkway South senior Donnell Walker in the shot put with a toss of 57 feet, MICDS senior Haley Pryor with a height of 10-9 in the pole vault, and MICDS junior Amos Bartelsmeyer in the 1600 with a time of 4:14.66.

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Hockey camp opportunity Ted Sator, former NHL head coach for the New York Rangers and Buffalo Sabres will join former NHL goalie Lindsay Middlebrook in coaching a skills development camp hosted by the Lafayette Lancers Hockey Club. “I always say if you’re going to learn skills, learn from the best,” said Gerald Rapp, Ph.D., president of the Lafayette Lancers Hockey Club. Sator, who was an assistant coach for the St. Louis Blues in the early 1990s, resides in St. Louis and is an assistant coach with the Lafayette Lancers. Middlebrook is the Lancers’ varsity head coach. The upcoming skills camp is open to players entering grades 6-9 in fall 2012. Registration and information can be found online at eteamz.com/lhshockey or by calling 236-6834. A discount of $15 will be given to players registering before June 22. Camp hours are: Friday, June 29 from 8-9:30 p.m.; Saturday, June 30 from noon3:10 p.m.; and Sunday, July 1 from 11:30 a.m.-1:50 p.m.

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By WARREN MAYES Parkway South wrestling coach Joe Rosewell believes senior Donnell Walker holds a lofty perch among the competitors who have worn the school’s colors over the years. “I would argue that he is the best overall athlete to come through Parkway South,” Rosewell said. “Donnell has gotten where he is athletically because he is willing to put in the work necessary. He is one of the few three-sport athletes at South in football, wrestling and track.” Walker helped make his case for the mythical top spot when he won the shot put at the recent Missouri state Class 4 track and field championships in Jefferson City. The 5-foot-11, 285-pound Walker won the event with a throw of 57 feet. Last winter, Walker upset Lee’s Summit West’s Evan Boehm, the defending champion, to win the heavyweight division at the Class 4 state wrestling meet. In addition, Walker was a two-way lineman for the football Patriots. “He is the first male athlete to win an individual state championship in two separate sports,” Rosewell said. “He is the first to do it in wrestling and track.” To think he almost didn’t go out for track at Parkway South. “As a freshman, he wasn’t planning on doing track,” Rosewell recalled. “He came out and now holds the school record for freshmen, sophomores and varsity. Now he is planning on throwing (and wrestling) in college at Maryville University.” Walker, a humble athlete, said he’s taking it all in because he certainly didn’t expect this for his senior year. “I don’t know how to explain it,” Walker said. “I didn’t know I’d be this good. I’m

still trying to get used to it. It feels good. It all means a lot to me. I was able to give back to my coaches, fans and teammates over the years that have supported me.” “I didn’t win every meet in the shot put this season,” Walker said. “I lost one to a sophomore from Parkway Central. “But I learned something. It made me realize anybody could lose. I didn’t want to make excuses. I just went to practice and worked harder.” Walker kept winning all the way to districts, then sectionals, then state at top seed. Being the top seed did not put any extra pressure on Walker, who did not compete at state as a junior because of an injury. “It wasn’t like I had to prove anything,” Walker said. “It didn’t matter to me. It gives the audience something to look at it.” “Going into his final throw he was sitting in fourth place with a 54 feet, 11-inch throw,” Rosewell said. “Again, his ability to rise to the occasion allowed him to focus and hit 57 feet and win by a foot. “Donnell is a competitor. I knew that from what he did in wrestling this past year. Donnell never gives up. “(He’s) the first shot putter in Parkway history (all the schools) to win the shot at state, and he became the first male athlete to win individual titles in two sports at South in wrestling and track.” Walker said he enjoyed the moment. “I would say it’s the same reaction as wrestling,” Walker said. “I’m excited I was able to accomplish something like that.” His teammates, friends and coaches were a different story. “They freaked out. They were celebrating. There was a parade going on around me,” Walker said. “I had good support out there. It was fun.” Rosewell said he earned it. “What was great about Donnell is that he was easy to cheer for. He is a great person,” Rosewell said. “For example, three administrators and four teachers made the trip to Jeff City just to watch Donnell. They wanted to be there for Donnell and see him succeed.” Now, it’s on to college for Walker, who will go to Maryville University. He said he is happy with his decision to go there to wrestle and throw the shot. “I like the coaches there and the team atmosphere,” Walker said. “They have a legendary coach in coach (Mike) Denney in wrestling. I feel comfortable with his guidance. He can keep me on the right track. “I wanted to stay close to home. I will be with my friends and fans. I’d like to win a national title in both sports. I did it in high school. There’s no reason I can’t do it in college if I work hard and train. I’m pretty excited to see how my future goes.”

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AMERICAN LEGION PREVIEW By WARREN MAYES Summer is almost here. The high school baseball season is over. That means it’s time for American Legion teams to begin play. Manchester Post 208 is the defending District 10 regular season champion and qualified for the zone tournament last summer. Creve Coeur Post 397 won the District 10 tournament last summer; then captured two games in the zone tournament before seeing its season end. Here’s a look at this summer’s teams, in alphabetical order, with insight from the coaches. Ballwin Post 611 2011 record: 28-10. Lost to Creve Coeur in the district finals. Coach: Sean Rogan, who is entering his 10th year as head coach of Ballwin Post 611. Returning: 7. High schools represented on squad: Lafayette and Marquette. Players to watch: P Jake Busiek (Jefferson College and 2011 Lafayette graduate), P Dan Droege (St. Charles Community College and 2011 Lafayette graduate), P Drew Gress (Lewis & Clark Community College and 2011 Lafayette graduate), P Alec Mitchell (Covenant College, 2011 Westminster Christian Academy graduate), OF/IF Taylor Baden and IF Ryan Alwell (both 2012 Lafayette graduates), and C/DH E.J. Meyers (Lafayette). Newcomers expected to contribute: Michael Cassidy, Kyle Workman, Josh Ranek and Eddie Raditec will be contributing on the mound; Ryan Blake, Joe Ludwinski, Dan Menees, Tristan Johnson, Drew Ellis and Bryan MacGavin contributing in the field. Team strengths: Pitching and speed will be team strengths. Goals: Same every year – win districts, then zones, then state. Favorites to win District 10: Any one of the seven teams in District 10 has a good shot. It’s evenly matched throughout the district. Teams in District 10: Ballwin, Eureka, Manchester, Creve Coeur, Thoman-Boothe, Florissant and Maryland Heights. Forecast: “We have a very athletic team, and we’re fortunate to have a few of the older guys providing a lot of experience for us,” Rogan said. “I’m looking forward to seeing how our players blend together. We have a good mix of older players, and players new to our program. I think we have the

ability to make a long run as long as our pitching holds up, and we can make plays for our pitchers. It’ll be a fun summer.” Creve Coeur Post 397 2011 record: 28-14. Won District 10. Won the first two games of the zone tournament, but lost to Festus and then Dunklin County to be eliminated. Coach: P.J. Arway, who is entering his third year at head coach of Creve Coeur Post 397. Overall record is 46-29. Returning: 9 players, 7 starters. High schools represented on squad: Parkway Central, Parkway North, Parkway West, Principia, DeSmet and Kennedy. Players to watch: P Keith Coulson (Parkway Central), OF Andrew Childs (Lewis & Clark Community College), P/ OF Brian Hillhouse (Parkway Central), 2B Matt Hresko (Parkway Central), 2B Daniel Brodsky (Parkway North). Newcomers expected to contribute: Eddie Bargmann, led Principia in hitting (.431) and is an outstanding and very quick outfielder as well as a hard-throwing pitcher; Connor Coyne, who hit .327 for Principia as a shortstop but is looking good as a clutch hitter and outfielder. Hillhouse and Brodsky, both up from AA. Jordan Goldenberg, up from AA, has assumed the role as No. 1 catcher although his primary position is first base. Evan Block, a senior outfielder and pitcher from Parkway North, who battled an injury all spring but hit nearly .600 down the stretch for the Vikings with a home run in the district championship game. Team strengths: Deeper in pitching than last year, and fast in the outfield. With District 10 now being a wood bat league, we will be able to run down long fly balls and eliminate bloop hits much better than last year. Our infield is strong defensively and very versatile. We can position most of our infielders at any infield position comfortably. We have a lot of speed in the lineup this year, which is different from last year, when we were more of a power team, with three players with four-plus home runs. Favorites to win District 10: We will probably challenge for the district title again. We feel that we are deeper in talent than last year. Eureka, Ballwin and Manchester will be our toughest competition. Teams in District 10: Ballwin, Eureka, Manchester, Creve Coeur, Thoman-Boothe, Florissant and Maryland Heights. Forecast: “I’m very excited about our team this year because of our overall

depth,” said Tim Steele, the team’s general manager. “Not many clubs can say that they carry 12 pitchers that the coaches are comfortable with giving the ball to at any time. We have some pretty amazing athletes on the infield and speed in the outfield, which will help our pitching, and are stacked at least two deep at every spot. We have a lot of speed in the lineup and have an aggressive ‘football’ mentality that I like. We have some pretty interesting characters on the team who will keep the dugout loose and will make it fun to come to the ballpark, which is really what it’s all about. We know that Ballwin, Eureka and Manchester are all solid and we have our work cut out for us, but we have a pretty tenacious crew and I think that if we stay to our game we will be pretty successful.”

Teams in District 10: Ballwin, Eureka, Manchester, Creve Coeur, Thoman-Boothe, Florissant and Maryland Heights. Forecast: “Most of these guys I’ve coached when they were freshmen and they were a good group back then; I look forward to having them again and get our varsity squad back on top,” Huckstep said. “The exciting thing about this year is that most everyone on varsity has played and had success in our program. They have bought into the program and know what American Legion baseball is all about. Our coaches and players take pride in knowing that Eureka Legion is one of the elite programs in the state. All these guys are competitors and know how to win. Some of them have a state title under their belts and are hungry for one at the varsity level. If we do all the little things right this summer, Eureka Post 177 we will definitely do some damage and 2011 record: Last year was a down year make a run for it.” for our AAA team, who didn’t make it out of the District 10 tournament. But our A Manchester Post 208 team won state for the second year in a row 2011 record: Finished 21-13. Won Disand our AA team got second in state. trict 10 regular season championship and Coach: Robert Huckstep, who is enter- qualified for Zone Tournament. ing his second year as head coach of Coach: Patrick Berry, entering fifth year Eureka Post 177. as head coach of Manchester Post 208. Returning: 6. Overall record is 93-37. High schools represented on squad: Returning: 8 starters. Eureka, Rockwood Summit and St. Louis High schools represented on the squad: University High. Parkway South and Parkway West. Players to watch: OF Connor Pahl and Players to watch: C Eric Kroupa, twoOF Adam Schnubusch (Eureka), Matt Kay- time District 10 All-Star; CF/P John Calsinger and Nick Bamvakais (Rockwood loway, P Max Kelley, P Sam Rugan, IF Summit), and Aaron Schnubusch (2012 Clayton Arnold, 2B Matt Schildroth. Eureka) are all exciting players to watch. Newcomers expected to contribute: 1B Newcomers expected to contribute: Anthony Duke, SS Ryan Fisher, 3B James Utility infielder Trevor Fain and Jacob Calloway. Boehm, a junior from Eureka, who is Team strengths: Strong pitching staff, going to give us lot of innings pitching this which will help us compete in every game; summer. continued strong defense up the middle. Team strengths: We are very deep and Goals: Team goal is to win District 10 very talented in the outfield. With the title and compete in the postseason. Schnurbusch brothers, Connor Pahl, Cody Favorites to win District 10: Eureka, Bax and Nick Bamvakais, I honestly don’t Ballwin and Thoman-Boothe all have know how any balls are going to get down. strong teams. It will be fun to watch them fly around out Teams in District 10: Ballwin, Eureka, there this summer. Manchester, Creve Coeur, Thoman-Boothe, Goals: We were unsuccessful in keep- Florissant and Maryland Heights. ing our district title streak going last year Forecast: “Our coaching staff is excited so we hope to start that over again this about the potential that we have this year to summer. We feel we have the depth and a be a championship team, however the quality solid lineup to do so. of teams in District 10 will make it imperaFavorites to win District 10: Man- tive for us to work hard each day to achieve chester and Ballwin assemble great teams that level,” Berry said. “Our focus will be year in and year out. Some other teams to on making sure we compete in every inning watch for are Creve Coeur, the defending of every game, and continuing to push ourchampions, and Thoman-Boothe. selves to be better on and off the field.”

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‘Dad to Dad’ Just in time for Father’s Day, there is a new book filled with parenting advice written expressly for dads. “Dad to Dad: Parenting Like a Pro” was written by Dr. David L. Hill, a pediatrician and a dad. It is endorsed and published by the American Academy of Pediatrics. Unlike many step-by-step parenting resources that are written for new moms, the book is geared for the modern father who may, in fact, be a stay-at-home-dad. The book covers the stages of a child’s life from birth to adolescence and includes medical and emotional advice. The author draws on his experiences as a pediatrician, stay-at-home dad and a single parent. “Dads are not good for kids just because we do the same stuff moms do,” the author writes, noting that a father’s contributions to a child’s upbringing are as unique and essential as a mother’s. For more on the book, visit aap.org.

Driving up blood pressure Results of a study published in this month’s issue of American Journal of Preventive Medicine show a link between the distance people drive to work and their blood pressure. Researchers studied more than 4,000 Texas commuters and found that commuting distances of more than 10 miles were associated with high blood pressure. “This study yields new information about biological outcomes and commuting distance, an understudied contributor to sedentary behavior that is prevalent among employed adults,” Dr. Christine Hoehner, lead investigator at Washington University in St. Louis, said in a statement. Study participants who commuted more than 15 miles to work were less likely to participate in the recommended amount of moderate to vigorous activity and also were more likely to be obese. Hoehner noted that spending time behind the wheel is only one of many types of sedentary behavior, and the study did not consider factors such as time spent watching TV or sitting for long periods at a desk. She said further studies are needed to identify the health effects of commuting. Healthy barbecue Grilling season is in full swing, and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) food safety experts recently appeared on the U.S. Army’s “Grill Sergeants” cable TV program to provide tips on preventing food-borne illness when grilling. “Warm weather can really be a factor in the increases in food-borne illness we see during the summer,” said Dr. Elisabeth Hagen, USDA undersecretary for food safety. “That’s because we see more moisture, we see hotter temperatures, and bacteria multiply at higher rates with that warm weather.” The experts broke food safety recommendations into four steps: • Clean. When grilling outdoors, bring wipes and other items to clean hands and surfaces. • Separate. Always bring two sets of

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The counterfeit Adderall tables are round, white and do not have any type of markings, such as letters or numbers. They should be considered unsafe, ineffective and potentially harmful. Assessing older driver safety The American Medical Association (AMA) last month announced a free, Webbased educational course designed to help doctors assess the driving safety of their elderly patients. The AMA collaborated with the National Highway Traffic Safety Commission to create “Medical Fitness to Drive: Is Your Patient at Risk?” The course helps physicians identify when medical conditions may impair a person’s ability to drive. Dr. Peter Carmel, AMA president, noted that patients and their families often turn to doctors for advice on safe driving and said doctors can use the tools and information contained in the course to better address safe driving practices. Eighty-seven percent of physicians who participated in a pilot study for the course said they learned specific techniques or tools that will enhance their practices regarding older drivers. For more information on older driver safety, visit ama-assn.org/go/olderdrivers. Health education and events “Diabetes Breakthrough,” a presentation for those who have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, will be held at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, June 20 at Chesterfield City Hall, 690 Chesterfield Parkway West. Sean Branham, D.C., senior clinical director of Premier Health Care, will discuss how to reduce and eliminate one’s need for and dependence on drugs under the guidance of the patient’s prescribing physician; how to lose weight without exercise; how to increase energy levels; and an individual’s potential to become non-diabetic. The event is for adults only, and reservations are required. Call (314) 647-1384. ••• An Alzheimer’s disease support group will meet from 5:30-7 p.m. on Thursday, June 21 at Parc Provence, 605 Coeur De Ville Drive in Creve Coeur. The Alzheimer’s Association sanctions the group. Call (314) 542-2500 to RSVP.

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Disappearing Act West County farms, once plentiful, are now few and far between By JIM ERICKSON Melvin Fick looked into the distance as he pondered the fact that farmland in West St. Louis County is fast disappearing. “We’re seeing so much rich ground covered up with buildings and concrete. What the Lord gave us, it’s just being covered up,” he observed. “When that happens, you know we’ll never see it again. I guess I just hate to see good productive ground covered up like that.” Fick, tall and robust at 75, has been a farmer all his life, so some might say he’s biased. But he has ample reason for his feelings. He was born into a family that has farmed in what is now Chesterfield since 1866. A small sign declaring the farm has been in the same family for more than 100 years – a Century Farm as it’s referred to by the University of Missouri Extension Service and the Missouri Farm Bureau – can be seen from the road leading to the Landings Golf Course on the south side of Spirit of St. Louis Airport. Following in the footsteps of his grandfather and father, Fick started farming actively when he was 15. Today, some 60 years later, he farms 750 acres in Chesterfield with one of his four sons, Dennis, and lives in a home he purchased on Wild Horse Creek Road near where he was born and raised. His land, except for the 40 acres he owns, is rented from almost two dozen landlords – either retired farmers or others who have purchased the land as an investment. He also has a farm in Montgomery County. Fick has witnessed the area around him change from rural to a suburban community dotted with large, often palatial homes and other development. The airport is a half-mile north of his home. Barat Academy is a neighbor to the east. While the transition has been gradual, it picked up speed when Chesterfield expanded its city limits westward, he said. The farm also has gone from a general operation that included hogs, chickens and cows, as well as crop production, to one focused on raising corn, soybeans and wheat. “We haven’t had any livestock for quite a few years,” he recalled. “Having livestock was accepted as a part of farming back then. Now, I don’t think I’d want to consider adding a hog operation. “The farm has been my life,” he said. “I love to farm and even though I’m supposed to be retired now, I’ve kept going. I’ll probably keep at it as long as I can. I’m still convinced I did the right thing by going into farming.” Acknowledging that his profession has its disadvantages as well as advantages, he cited steadily rising costs of fertilizer, crop

protection products, seed and farm equipment as being in the former category. But he sees the plusses, including an exceptional environment for raising children, far outweighing the negatives. “Most kids today don’t realize where their food comes from,” Fick observed, adding that the nation as a whole also tends to take its food supply for granted. Fick isn’t alone in these and other views about farming. Denny Mertz, 59, lives in Chesterfield and worked as an engineer for Emerson Electric before making a career change eight years ago in favor of farming full time. Prior to that decision, he farmed part time, raising crops on rented parcels scattered from Lindbergh Road to Babler State Park, much of it along the Interstate 64/ Highway 40 corridor. “Wherever I could find a piece of land with five acres or more, that’s where I farmed,” he explained. “But so much of that land was sold off for development, it became of question of getting out of farming or moving the operation elsewhere.” Mertz opted for the latter, buying farmland in the Elsberry area and expanding there since then. He currently farms 500 acres – his own and rented land – in addition to helping a friend and fellow Chesterfield resident, Warren Stemme, with his farming operation. Stemmes’s operation includes acreage in Chesterfield and Mary-

land Heights. “The development pressures on open land are immense,” Mertz noted. “Farmers can’t compete for land that’s selling for several hundred thousand dollars per acre. For any farmer owning land that’s in high demand, it usually winds up being their retirement program.” Another Maryland Heights farmer, Dave Thies of Thies Farms, couldn’t agree with Mertz more. “That’s very common of how most of the farmers of that generation thought about their land. We can’t begrudge them wanting to sell” Thies said. Along with his brother Darrell, Thies farms primarily on rented land in the rich soil of the Creve Coeur Bottoms “We still have 10 acres left on North Hanley, where my great-great-grandparents settled in 1885,” he said. The family farm moved to the Bottoms in 1982 and Thies suspects it may have to move again in order to stay the area’s largest fruit and vegetable grower. The land Thies Farms currently rents is owned by retired farmers who may decide to sell one day. “Because of that we’ve begun developing another retail site in St. Charles County. We’re shooting for that opening in the fall with produce and a garden market,” Thies said.

Mertz, who learned about agriculture by helping his grandfather on his general farm across the street from where he (Mertz) was born and raised – near the intersection of Clayton with Henry and Schoettler roads – said: “I don’t have a crystal ball, but my guess is that within a generation or so, it (farming in West St. Louis County) will all be gone. The same will be true in other areas, too,” he predicted. A troubling outlook? “When you consider that within 25 years the world is going to need to produce twice as much food as it does now to keep up with the increasing population and the greater demand in

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Among other things, farmland for other development will conhe serves on the Missouri Farm Bureau tinue “until people here start to go hungry.” Board of Directors and is a graduate and current president of the Missouri AgriculLocal versus imports tural Leadership of Tomorrow Board. Agreeing that the nation’s food supply His involvement has provided overseas is regularly taken for granted, Stemme travel opportunities, one of which took him doesn’t believe this country should ever to South Korea where he saw how a nation want to import the majority of the food it has responded after it was torn by a war consumes. that left many of its citizens starving. “Food safety on imports will be even “With only 10 percent of the land arable, more of a challenge,” he predicted. “All the nation now has some of the most inten- it would take is one terrorist act to consive agriculture you’ll ever see,” he said. taminate a single shipment of some food “The South Koreans just don’t want a repeat product coming into our country. It could of the situation they were in 60 years ago. be a disaster. “It’s hard for people in this country to “We have to think about the long-term conimagine that kind of thing, even more so as sequences of our food production moving people get farther away from agriculture,” overseas. We rely on overseas sources for Mertz said. He cited the experience of his our oil, and we know that gives us problems. wife, a Marquette High School science Imagine the problems we’d have if we had teacher whose lessons include raising veg- to depend on others for our food.” etables to demonstrate how plants grow. Stemme now deals with a number of “One of the first things she has to do is other everyday challenges to his farming teach some of her students how to use a operation. Even when conditions are pershovel and a hoe,” he said. fect for applying crop protection products, “I can see both sides (of the issue),” he has chosen not to do so in fields adjoinStemme said about economic development ing a nearby soccer complex when activipressuring agriculture for land. ties are being held there. “I have some friends in the construction “And you don’t want corn cobs shooting industry who would benefit from more out of the combine when you’re harvesting economic development, and that would near the road and there are a lot of bicyhave trickle down impact on the overall clists around,” he added. economy,” he pointed out. “At the same Mother Nature adds to the list as well. time, our family has been farming here a Stemme’s wheat crop took a hit earlier long time and I’d like to expand, but I can’t. this spring both from a late frost and a hail The land just isn’t available for that.” storm, while the late May-early June dry With help from his two sons, his father spell has threatened his corn and soybeans. and Mertz, Stemme, 50, farms 20 differPending commercial development near ent parcels of land totaling some 1,200 the well known Rombach Farms and roadacres, more than 90 percent of it rented side stand on Olive Street Road also has creand extending from property near Har- ated questions about that operation’s future. rah’s Casino to the St. Louis water plant. While not on property where an outlet mall His great-grandfather started farming in has been proposed, the farm and its prothe area in 1869 and other family members duction and recreational activities could be affected by a decision on the ultimate locawere active in farming even earlier. Stemme said the uncertainty of the land tion of a storm water drainage ditch from he farms remaining available has made him the retail site. Although the Rombachs will slow to invest in precision agriculture and have the final say on whether the ditch can run through their property or not. other technological advancements. “We’re not sure what’s going to happen,” “When you make big investments in technology and don’t know from year to year said Marcia Rombach. “I’d feel sad for how many acres you’ll be able to spread our loyal customers if this is lost. We’ve that investment over, well, you just can’t become sort of a family tradition for a lot of people in the St. Louis area. 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St. Mark Presbyterian Church hosts its annual ABC Sale from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. (early bird sale for $5 admission at 7 a.m.) on Friday, July 13 and from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. on Saturday, July 14 at the church, 601 Claymont Drive in Ballwin. Furniture, clothing, housewares and more are offered. Call 394-2233. ••• Giving is a Family Tradition (GiFT) hosts “Not Your Momma’s Trivia Night” at 7 p.m. on Friday, July 27 at Kirkwood Community Center. A kids’ night out staffed by certified child care professionals is offered in conjunction with the event. Ten rounds of interactive games, a silent auction, raffles and more are featured. The cost is $150 per table for as many as 10 people. Proceeds help families facing hardships due to having an infant with a prolonged stay in a St. Louis area Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Visit givingisafamilytradition. org to register. ••• Chesterfield-based Wings of Hope hosts its third annual Hope Floats Cardboard Boat Race at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 28 at the Grand Basin in Forest Park. Participants build cardboard boats and race them through a marked course. There are opportunities to sponsor a race team, build a boat and race. Proceeds benefit the St. Louis

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FAMILY AND KIDS The city of Ballwin hosts a concert by MUSYC from 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday, June 13 at New Ballwin Park. Admission is free. Call 227-8950 or visit ballwin.mo.us. ••• The city of Ellisville presents a concert by The Planet Boogie Band from 7-9 p.m. on Thursday, June 14 on the amphitheater stage at Bluebird Park. Admission is free. Visit ellisville.mo.us. ••• The Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce hosts a concert by the Scott Laytham Karl “Trickee” Holmes Duo from 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, June 19 at Faust Park, 15185 Olive Blvd. Visit chesterfieldmochamber. com. ••• The city of Ellisville presents a concert by Hudson and the Hoo Doo Cats from 7-9 p.m. on Thursday, June 21 on the amphitheater stage at Bluebird Park. Admission is free. Visit ellisville.mo.us. ••• The city of Wildwood hosts a concert featuring the music of BritBeat, a Beatles tribute band, from 6:45-9:15 p.m. on Friday, June 22 at Wildwood Town Center Plaza. Kettle corn, water and soft drinks are provided to all attendees; 600 servings of hot dogs, chips and shaved ice are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Admission is free. Call 458-9449 or visit cityofwildwood.com. ••• The city of Chesterfield hosts a concert by Trixie Delight from 8-10 p.m. on Saturday, June 23 at the Chesterfield Amphitheater in Central Park. Call 537-4000 or visit chesterfieldamphitheater.com ••• The Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce hosts a concert by Spectrum from 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, June 26 at Faust Park, 15185 Olive Blvd. Visit chesterfieldmochamber. com. ••• The Ballwin Triathlon, a 300-yard swim, 9-mile bike and 3.4-mile run, opens at 6:45 a.m. on Sunday, July 15 at North Pointe Aquatic Center. The annual race is popular and fills to its capacity of 300 participants. Registration closes on July 11. Call 227-8950 or visit ballwin.mo.us. ••• Evening Vacation Bible School is from 6-8 p.m. on Sunday, July 15 through Thursday, July 19 at Manchester United Methodist Church. Kids from age 3 through those entering sixth grade enjoy experiments,

games, music and more. The cost is $20 per child, with a $40-per-family maximum, with scholarships available. Families are invited to a free meal each evening. Register at manchesterfumc.org/vbs or call 394-7506. ••• Lord of Life Lutheran Church hosts the Amazing Desert Journey Vacation Bible School from 9 a.m.-noon on Monday, July 16 through Friday, July 20 at the church, 15750 Baxter Road in Chesterfield. Kids go on a faith journey, explore Bible stories, take challenges, make crafts, sing songs and more. Kids age 3 through the completion of fifth grade are invited. Registration is $5 per child and includes a T-shirt. Call 532-0400.

SPECIAL INTEREST St. Louis Imperial Swing Dance Club hosts Senior Prom Night from 7-11 p.m. on Friday, June 15 at the Oasis Room at the Moolah Shrine, 12545 Fee Fee Road. Wear your prom dress or suit, and prizes are available for the king and queen. Free lessons are offered at 7:30 p.m. DJ Doug Eskew performs. Admission is $6 for members and sister club members and $8 for guests. Visit slidc.com. ••• The West County Swing Dance Club meets from 8-10:30 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 and offers basic to advanced swing dance lessons before the dance (at 7 p.m.). Visit wcsdc.com. ••• DivorceCare meets from 7-9 p.m. on Wednesdays through July 11 (excluding July 4) in the Ministry Center at St. John Lutheran Church in Ellisville. Individuals interact with others who are experiencing separation and divorce; informative seminars also are featured. The cost is $15 per person, and child care is available with pre-registration. Contact Annmarie Utech at 779-2331. ••• Tim Busse, Town Architect of New Town at St. Charles, presents as part of the Green Speaker Series at 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 21 at Longview Farm Park, 13525 Clayton Road in Town & Country. The talk centers on new urbanism, an urban design movement that promotes walkable neighborhoods containing a range of housing and job types, with the goal of reducing traffic congestion, increasing affordable housing and containing urban sprawl. Email dirkavlmaas@gmail.com.

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Public Hearing City of Ballwin, Missouri • July 2, 2012 A public hearing is scheduled before the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Ballwin on July 2, 2012 in the Boardroom at the Donald “Red” Loehr Police and Court Center, 300 Park Dr, Ballwin, MO, 63011, at 7:00 P. M. upon the following: A petition submitted by Terrence McDonald, of Freeworld, LLC, dba The Dent Devil, 14949 Manchester Rd., Ballwin, MO, 63011, for a site development plan amendment to Ordinance 05-19 which approved front yard parking and the operation of an auto body business at the location commonly known as 14949 Manchester Rd., Ballwin, MO to allow the construction of a membrane roofed additional building on the site. The City of Ballwin will consider the zoning ordinance or district regulations as provided herein, or may adopt different changes or provisions, without further notice or hearing, as the Board of Aldermen may deem to be in the public interest. The public hearing may be continued, by announcement at the public hearing, from time to time, as deemed necessary by the Planning and Zoning Commission, without publication of the time and place of the continued public hearing. Petitions of protest against zoning district boundary changes, duly signed and acknowledged, must be submitted by owners of thirty percent or more of either: (1) the area of the land (exclusive of streets and alleys) included in the proposed change(s), or (2) within the area determined by lines drawn parallel to and one hundred and eighty-five feet distant from the area proposed for a zoning district change, public rights-of-way excepted. These petitions will be considered in determining the percentage of favorable votes by the Board of Aldermen necessary to make the zoning district change in accordance with the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Ballwin. Residents of Ballwin are afforded an equal opportunity to participate in the programs and services of the City of Ballwin regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, national origin or political affiliation. If you are a person requiring an accommodation, please call (636) 227-8580 V or (636) 527-9200 TDD or 1-800-735-2466 (Relay Missouri) no later than 5:00 P.M. on the third business day preceding the hearing. Offices are open between 8:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. Monday through Friday. ___________________ Thomas H. Aiken, A.I.C.P. Assistant City Administrator / City Planner

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Low mortgage rates attracting short-term borrowers Kevin Weaks

With the 15-year rate now in sub-3 percent territory, about three out of 10 refinancers are opting for loans of less than 30 years, according to Freddie Mac latest mortgage survey. Traditional 30-year fixed-rate loans are averaging 3.75 percent, another record low. Short-term mortgages work best for trade-up buyers who are coming into the deal with a sizeable equity stake or down payment. These loans also work better for consumers who are now in the market buying homes that have lost some value. As mortgage rates sink deeper into record territory, homeowners are refinancing into 15-year loans at a pace not seen in a decade, aiming to pay off their debt in time for retirement. People refinancing mortgages often debate the merits of 15-year or 20-year loans that may mean a quicker payoff date but require bigger payments than a 30-year mortgage. At the rates quoted last week by Freddie Mac, the monthly principal and interest payment on a 30-year fixed loan of $315,000 would be $1,458.81, compared to $2,170.79 for a 15-year loan.

incomparable customer service as they design and build your home to your exacting desires and standards. “Personalized attention is what Thomas & Suit Homes is all about, and that’s what you will find, from the design of your custom home through construction and far beyond,” said CFO and partner, Brenda Suit.

Payne Family Homes ranks #2 in fastest-growing companies Payne Family Homes was recently as No. 2 in the St. Louis Business Journal’s list of “Fastest Growing Private Companies.” During the month of June, buyers can get a free outdoor living package with the purchase of a to-be-built home at any of Payne’s 12 communities in St. Louis and St. Charles counties including Boulder Ridge on Hwy. K in Wentzville, where you can save over $17,000 this month on the San Marino ranch with 12-foot ceilings, walkout lower level, gas fireplace, 42-inch kitchen cabinets and stainless steel appliances and more; now priced at $299,900. Here’s what’s new in new homes: Call sales manager Julie Jones at (314) “Sizzling” summer sale at Thomas & 683-3419 about the $7,500 “Move-In Suit Homes Package.” Visit paynefamilyhomes.com You’re invited to take a construction tour for details. of the new T&S Homes display under way at Wyndgate Forest near Hwy. 40 and Hwy. Only seven left at Griffey Homes’ N in O’Fallon. Walk through the display Penny Lane and see the quality that T&S Homes builds Griffey Homes’ popular Penny Lane cominto every home and how clean the jobsite munity is in “grand closeout,” announced is. During their Sizzling Summer Sale, buy sales manager Kim Valereo. before Aug. 31 and get a three-car garage; “We only have seven villa lots left. We 9-foot main-floor ceilings; granite counter currently have a Coventry model available top; hardwood flooring in the foyer, kitchen for immediate move-in. It has four bedand breakfast room, and a wood-burning rooms, loft and main-floor master suite and fireplace. is priced at $229,000,” Valereo said. For a limited time also get a free covered Griffey also has a ranch plan under conporch, per plan. struction. The Abbey has two-bedrooms, a All T&S homes at Wyndgate already hearth room, vaulted ceilings, granite tops, include stainless steel appliances, 42-inch stainless steel appliances and hardwood kitchen cabinets, 4¼-inch baseboards, fully floors. This home will be ready at the end sodded yards, cultured marble master tub of July and priced at $232,368. and shower and much more. Seven condo units are available at The Prices start in the $290’s. For details and a Charleston at Heritage Landing. tour call (636) 561-2120. Visit TShomes.net. In addition, Griffey Homes will custom If you’ve been looking to build the build a home if you just can’t find what custom home of your dreams, then look you’re looking for. no further than Thomas & Suit Homes. “We can help you find a homesite. We Whether you have your own homesite can help you design your home or build or would prefer to build on one of theirs, from your plans,” Valereo said. you can count on Thomas & Suit to pay Custom build prices start at $95 per the utmost attention to detail and provide square foot. Call (636) 936-1923 11 a.m. to

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5 p.m. including weekends or email Kim@ GriffeyHomes.com. Whittaker has brisk sales at New Town and Glenhurst The sand volleyball leagues are digging in and the Shire Lane pool is now open at New Town, but the big splash is in sales, reported Greg Whittaker, president of Homes by Whittaker. “It feels a lot different, people are coming out and buying homes now,” Whittaker noted. Five new two-story inventory homes are under construction, ranging from 1,201 to 2,700 square feet. Most popular has been the value-leading model 2032 two-story, which accounted for half of recent sales. Prices for Whittaker’s two-story plans start at $114,500. Whittaker also has recorded 14 recent sales at Glenhurst, located on what Whittaker calls “the quiet side” of I-70 in Wentzville. These unique two-story homes are attached in pairs only at the two-car garage for maximum privacy and feature full front and rear yards that are owned by the resident. Prices start at $104,500 for attractive 1,200 to 1,500-square-foot models with two to four bedrooms and a two-car garage. Now available are former premium homesites that back to trees. For information about New Town or Glenhurst, call 636-916-2000. Check out homesbywhittaker.com. Consort has homes ready now at Carlton Glen Estates Located just one mile off Interstate 70

and Hwy. 40 on Hwy. Z in Wentzville, Consort Homes’ Carlton Glen Estates not only is a family-friendly neighborhood with a pool and playground, it also offers homebuyers a wide choice from three distinct floor plan collections: Hometown, Inspiration and Heritage. The Inspiration series is brand new and is designed with the busy lifestyles and tighter budgets of potential homeowners in mind. Plans feature open, streamlined floor plans with wide open spaces, large kitchen islands, a “Life Triangle” and a “Drop Zone.” The Inspiration Series also features a standard bonus room in most plans and a wide range of designer options to personalize the home. “We feel really good about this new series of homes we are introducing,” said Stricker. “We are making it a priority to really give home buyers what they want, which is space where they need it most, a home they can be proud of, and all at a price they can afford.” The Inspiration Series also is offered in Bella Vista, Carlton Glen Estates, Countryshire Manors and Stone Creek. Prices at Carlton Glen Estates range from the $140’s to $270’s. Several homes are ready now for immediate move-in. Carlton Glen Estates is in the Wentzville School District with schools located nearby. The community features large level back yards, wooded homesites and secluded cul de sac lots. For more information call (314) 741-3037 or visit myconsorthome.com. Consort Homes is an eco-friendly home builder of single family and townhomes in St. Louis with 14 locations in North County, St. Charles County and Jefferson County.

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By SUZANNE CORBETT Beth Williams’ 3-year-old is full of surprises. Williams’ 3-year-old is Table Three, the posh, upscale-casual Wildwood restaurant that since opening three years ago has been receiving rave reviews. “I’ve been so lucky,” Williams said when asked about the success of her business, which she compares to a 3-year-old child whom she has enjoyed watching evolve and mature. “We’ve been so well received by the community and have become a part of the fabric of the community as a standalone, independent operation with the support of the neighborhood.” Table Three’s evolution reflects the maturity of the menu and kitchen, which are driven by customer preferences and by Jody Ferguson, chef, and Andre Grosz, sous chef. Both chefs bring a touch of Southern, Cajun/Creole and French influences, which results in an eclectic menu mix featuring comfortable fusion cuisine that is identifiable, flavorful and reflective of fresh ingredients. As Julia Child is quoted on Table Three’s menu as saying, “You don’t have to cook fancy or complicated masterpieces

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– just good food from fresh ingredients.” “Our menu is identifiable – you recognize what it is – simple, using the best ingredients,” said Williams. “The fusion side brings in different cultural mixes from Southern to Creole and Cajun to French and regional Americana styles. Two great examples are our Fish Tacos and our off-the-menu special, Chinese Five Spice Tuna Steak.” Reflecting Chef Ferguson’s Texas background and Grosz’s French Louisianan roots are classic dishes, such as Beef Brochettes served with a poblano chile-laced chimichurri sauce, Shrimp and Grits, and more eclectic dishes, like Crawfish Corn Cakes. Then there are the unexpected sides, like pistachio-encrusted goat cheese fritters and the French classic, dauphine Beth Williams, owner of Table Three in Wildwood, credits the community for supporting her restaurant since its opening three years ago. potatoes. “Our secondary items (the sides) are really huge,” Williams said. “We’re able to complement our pri- can come in for fish tacos and a glass of wine or you can mary items (main course entrees) by being more creative come for dinner. You can come and hang out with a small with the sides.” plate or drink and stay as long as you like.” Table Three’s newest addition is the patio menu, which Offering those kinds of options to customers has helped features small plates, flatbreads and creative cocktails, make Williams’ eatery more than a just a special occasion such as the Lemon Meringue Martini. It is an inviting dining destination. Table Three has evolved into a favorite menu that encourages one to hang out and enjoy the ambi- neighborhood dining haunt with savvy prices that make ence of the restaurant’s European-styled brick patio, voted weekly dining affordable. West County’s “Best Patio” by West Newsmagazine readers. “Our goal is to always provide the best experience,” Wil“We introduced small plates and starters so one can come liams said. “Guest satisfaction is paramount. Service, food in and enjoy us without having to come in and get and a and the ambience – it’s the big three and our defining dif$25 entrée,” said Williams. “It’s a great opportunity. You ference.”

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Custom Landscaping and Installation Pond & Pondless Water Features Erosion / Drainage Control / Rain Gardens Shrub & Bed Maintenance Block and Stone Walls / Walks and Patios

Driveways • Patios • Sidewalks • Porches Steps • Garage Floors • Repair Work Exposed Aggregate • Stamped Concrete Family Owned • Insured • Since 1963

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THE FAN MAN

Top Gunn deck and fence revIval

INSTAllATIoN ProFESSIoNAlS Ceiling Fans • Wholehouse Fans Gable Vent Fans • Recessed Lighting

(636) 227-5595

Top Gunn Home ImprovemenT

Specializing in installation for two story homes with no wiring on first floor. When Handyman Quality Just Won't Do.

(314) 510-6400

NO MORE MOLES!

“Finally, An Affordable Mole Service”

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at Reasonable Prices Residential • Commercial • Subdivision Work

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Custom Woodworking • Bars • Bookshelves Mantels • Doors • Stairs • Media Kitchens • Basements • Baths

Paving • Sealing • Excavating

• Window Cleaning • Gutter Cleaning • Power Washing • Deck Restoration

17322 Manchester Road

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Years of Professional Service

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Since 1930 Upholstering, Repairing and Refinishing

Offers expire 6/15/2012. *Rebate offer is valid only with the purchase of qualifying Lennox® products. **See dealer for details or visit Lennox.com. ***Not valid for diagnostic/trip charge. Offer expires 6/15/12. © 2012 Lennox Industries Inc. See your participating Lennox dealer for details. Lennox dealers include independently owned and operated businesses.

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Don’t Live With Moles... My Customers Don’t! Average Yard Has 1-2 Moles • Litters Are Born March - July Local and Neighborhood References No Poisons • No Chemicals • Child & Pet Safe Traps Less Expensive • More Reliable • More Effective • Fast Results

Call J.D. At 636-233-4484

Custom Decks Staining Sealing Fences Int/Ext Paint Concrete Powerwashing

Basement Ask Remodeling Siding About our Free Windows Home Gutters Powerwash Carpentry Program! Drywall Hauling

“We do IT all” Senior Discount • Free estimates

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affordable accounting, Tax, Payroll & Guidance Solutions

Computer

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• Any Condition • Free Towing • Same Day Service • Cash on the Spot

Call Tom at 314-448-4264

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Boutique Style Frames Eye Exams • Contact Lenses

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Assisted Care

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WooD FLooR ReFiniSHing : add instant equity to your home. Professional Floors of St. Louis 31 year old fully insured company serving entire metro community. Sanding, r e f i n i s h i n g, r e p a i r s, n e w installation, most manufacturers available. Free estimates 314843-4348, profloorstl.com.

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Lori's Cleaning Service - Choose a cleaner who takes PRIDE in serving you and is grateful for the opportunity. Call Lori at 636221-2357.

636-227-3305 314-703-9617 Residential & Commercial Wiring

(314) 892-1003

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ElEctrical SErvicES Licensed, Bonded & Insured for your safety!

• Service Upgrades • • Code Corrections • Generators • New Wiring

For Rent Destin Florida area. Beautiful 3 bed, 3 bath condo or home, Gated Gulf Front community. Includes beach front cabana, 3 pools, tennis courts & more. Call for Special Spring/Summer rates and availability. To view pictures, please go to www.vrbo.com /127089 or /148365. For additional info, Call 314-9228344.

For any project, repairs & troubleshooting

Emergency service 24/7

GuTTer CleaninG & rePair Roof debris & tree removal. Mold/ mildew abatement. Powerwash houses, decks, poolhouse, driveways. Window & Chimney Cleaning. FREE Estimates. $20 Spring Discount - Hurry, offer ends July 1. 314-629-4252.

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moving Sale oak Entertainment Center, Solid Wood Mini-Bar, Bamboo furniture - complete set - great for a sunroom. Miscellaneous items including lamps, small appliances, printer, etc. Call for more details, 636-207-1815.

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CARPET REPAIRS

Licensed • Bonded • Insured

MeLiSSa'S HouSeCLeaning - GREaT RaTES, GREaT SERvICE! Let me do the dirty work! also petsitting, dog walking, housesitting and babysitting. anything to help with your busy lifestyle. References available. Call 314-368-9569.

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Top notch Waterproofing & Foundation Repair LLC. Cracks, sub-pump systems, structural & concrete repairs. Exterior drainage correction. Serving Missouri for 15 yrs. Free estimate 636-2816982. Finally, a contractor who is honest and leaves the job site clean. Lifetime Warranties.

Inside Sales: PT person to set appointments for professional market. accounting knowledge helpful. Experience in cold calling very helpful. Excellent pay. add'l positions for experienced Inside Sales persons also available. Ellisville. 636-271-9190.

NoW HiRiNG

Glass

Energetic, Team oriented

Since 1966, Ballwin Glass Co. has served W. Co. for all glass needs from home to business and all types automotive glass & repairs. Call us today for a FREE ESTIMaTE (636) 227-1424 or go to www. ballwinglass.com

West County location

We deliver

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

Your Satisfaction is Our Goal Insured & Bonded

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Home Improvement

No Tools? No Time? No Problem.

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

Family Owned & Operated

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call Mike at 636-675-7641 Service at your home or office for: • PC problems or set-up • PC won't start or connect

We deliver

Affordable • Proud member of AngiesList.com

Serving St. louis & St. charles co

Weekly • Bi-Weekly • Monthly Move in & Move Out

Microsoft and Dell Certified

15 yrs. exp. w/home computer users

636.591.0010

steinmetztechnologic.com

CLEAN AS A WHISTLE $10 OFF

Networking•Wireless•DSL•Viruses Spyware•Spam Control•Email•Repairs

Classifieds

Diagnostics typically less than 30 min.

KC maid ServiCe - Trustworthy and affordable. Bonded and insured. 10% oFF for new clients. Serving Residential & Commercial. Weekly and Biweekly schedule. I clean one house at a time! Call today! 314799-5066.

New Clients

Broken Computer?

Call Ellen

Many Technology related tasks Eric 314.413.1730

in the medical field is available FoR SaLE Prior experience in the medical field required

New to the neighborhood!

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On Site COMPUTER SERVICES REPAIR • CONSULTING • TUTORING Every Day 8am - 9pm No Trip Charge

8 yr. old Successful Home-Based Business

VISION CARE for every age!

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

We fix slow and crashing computers, remove and prevent viruses, recover and transfer data, setup home networks and more. Fixed or it’s free! 15 years of real experience. Call Matt 314.226.4279 or visit us at YourPcDocs.com.

Foundations

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Skips Hauling & Demolition! Serving the Bi-State area including St. Charles County. appliances, furniture, debris, construction, rubble, yard waste, excavating & demolition! 10, 15 and 20 cubic yard rolloff dumpsters. all type clean-outs & hauling! affordable, dependable and available! No conditions! 20 yrs. service. Toll Free 1-888-STL-JUNK (888-7855865) or 314-644-1948.

J & J HAULING

Handyman 314-322-2705

MyHoneydo.com Deck & Fence Powerwashing and Sealing • Home Powerwashing Gutter Guards • Gutter Cleaning Painting• Wallpaper Removal Tree/Shrub Pruning Insured • Senior Discounts Call Chris 636-349-3231 or cell 314-620-6677

HanDyMan PLuS - home repairs + senior living aids installed by craftsman. Carpentry, plumbing, painting, electrical, grab bars, handrails, door widening, furniture platforms, ramps, etc. 314-956-7437 or www.stlhandymanplus.com. DISCoUNT avaILaBLE.

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

Single Story Ranch Homes Power Washed @ The Dirt Cheap Price of $95.00

Help Wanted

Deck Cleaning & Staining Is One Of Our Specialties

One PT Sales associate needed. Computer skills and retail experience helpful. Energetic attitude. Interior design skills preferred. Training provided. Must be able to work on Saturdays. Call Bob 314/7214701.

Total Bathroom Remodeling Cabinetry•Plumbing•Electrical 20 Years Experience

LoVe DogS? Earn XTRa cash DoG SITTING in your oWN Home. Interviewing dog lovers for overnight sitting of Medium & Large dogs. Done in YoUR home, cash payments, need to be available during the day & no current pets of your own. CaLL 314-600-2044.

Caulk Specialties: Expert application and product knowledge. Specializing in showers, tubs, windows, doors and trim. Stop the leaks and damage. John Hancock. 22 years experience. 636-795-2627.

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DIRT CHEAP POWER WASH

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(636) 227-1173 All Around Construction LLC - All interior and exterior remodeling and repairs. Historic restoration, molding duplication. Finished basements, kitchens, baths and decks. Liability, workmens comp, and EPA certified in lead removal. 18 years exp. Call 314-393-1102 or 636-237-3246.

GARDENER'S DELIGHT It's Summertime, summertime! BEAT THE HEAT... Need to implement change to your landscape? Consultation, Design & Installation. Perennial Gardens, Shrubs, Trees, Maintenance After Install. Debbie Trudzinski, Owner. 314968-2527.

UNDERWOOD LANDSCAPING

Bobcat Services

www.littlejoeslawn.com

PLUMBING • ELECTRICAL CARPENTRY

30 yrs. Experience - Free Estimates

Call 314-426-8833

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MORALES LANDSCAPE LLC. Spring Clean-Up, Grass Cutting $25 & up. Mulching, Aeration, Trimming, Edging, Weeding, Leaf/Tree Removal, Sod Installation, Planting, Retaining Walls, Paver Patio, Stone & Brick work, Drainage work! FREE ESTIMATES. 636-699-5189.

314-849-5387

SHEARN LANDSCAPING Reliable Lawn Mowing, Treatment and Maintenance. Special Discounts for Chesterfield residents for weekly seasonal contracts. Commercial & Residential. Call Chesterfield resident, Dennis at 314-591-2787.

M I E N E R LANDSCAPING

Re t aining walls, patios, pruning, chainsaw work, seasonal clean-up. Friendly service with attention to detail.

C a l l T o m 636.938.9874

Mulch Lawn Cutting $25. Landscaping cleanup! Weeding, mulching, tree/bush trimming/removal, leaf removal. Aerating $50, Dethatching $95 (raking/bagging extra). Free Estimates. 636-4323451.

Oak Mulch 12 20

• Clean Out • Retaining Walls • PaveR PatiOs • MulCh Free Estimate

ClaSSifiedS

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Valley Landscape Co. Spring cleanup, mulching, m o w i n g, t r e e a n d s h r u b trimming and removal, complete lawn care. (636) 458-8234.

$440 $750

Painting Karen's Painting Looking for a job done right the first time? On time? Neat & organized? Someone who respects your home like her own? Interior & exterior painting. Free estimates. Discounts on empty properties. Call KAREN 636-352-0129.

AdvAnTAge PAinTing & PowerwAShing Interior & Exterior Painting

Mulch & Decorative Rock Specialize in 1-Time Clean-ups See website for PHOTOS

Mold Removal • Wallpaper Stripping Top Quality Work • FREE Estimates

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

InSuRed • MenTIOn Ad & ReCeIVe 10% OFF

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Pets

Steel Siding In/Out • Open Floor Plan

High Traffic Area with Excellent Access

Convenient

$1300/mo. includes tax/insurance

Dog Grooming

314-651-9796

Full service grooming in your home...

Ask about discounts for rescues!

KEVIN'S PAINT SERVICE - Expert & Professional. New & old house interior/ exterior painting, drywall & acoustical ceiling repair. 25 years painting experience. Low rates/ Free Estimates. Call Kevin at 636-322-9784.

314-591-0009

Riverside Painting - Residential Interior/ Exterior Painting Insured. Senior discount! We just keep rolling it on! Call Ken 636-391-1746 PAINTER PROFESSIONAL: 27 years experience. Interior/ Exterior painting. Deck, drywall repair, wallpaper removal. Free estimates and insured. Call 314567-7957 or 314-629-7852.

We take care of Pets in your home Where Pets Prefer

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

Roofing

Call for appointment

KirkwoodRoofing.com

Plumbing ANYTHING IN PLUMBING - Good Prices! Basement bathrooms, small repairs & code violations repaired. Fast Service. Call or text anytime: 314-409-5051.

Prayer

trees COLE TREE SERVICE Tree and stump removal. Trimming, deadwooding. Free estimates. Insured. 636-475-3661 w w w. cole -tree -ser v i ce. bi z .

NOVENA TO ST. CLAIRE

Light a blessed candle. Ask St. Claire for 3 favors, 2 impossible & 1 for money. Say 9 Hail Marys for 9 days. Promise publication. God of Mercy, you inspired St. Claire with the love of poverty. By the help of her prayers, may we follow Christ in poverty of spirit and come to the joyful vision of your glory in the Kingdom of Heaven. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ., Your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God forever and ever. Amen. O Glorious St. Claire, God has given you the power of working miracles continually, and favor of answering the prayers of those who invoke your assistance in misfortune, anxiety, and distress. We beseech you, obtain for us from Jesus, through Mary, his Blessed Mother, what we beg of you so fervently and hopefully. If it be for the greater honor and glory of God and for the good of our souls. Amen. Please hear my Novena St. Claire. I believe in the power of prayer and miracles. Thank you St. Claire! CSO

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Residential • Commercial Complete Tree Service Tree & Brush Removal • Pruning • Dead-Wooding Deep Root Fertilization • Stump Grinding • Cabling Storm Clean-Up • Plant Healthcare

Fully Insured • Free Estimates

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Trees

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• Stump Grinding • Bucket Truck Service • Emergency Storm Service

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Wanted Wanted To Buy. Baseball Cards, Sports Cards. Cardinals Souvenirs and Memorabilia Pre-1975 Only. Private Collector 314-3021785.

Wedding Services

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3,200 sq ft. Commercial bldg. 12' Ceiling • 2 Dock Doors

Call Gary 314-805-7005

POOP SCOOP’N SERVICE

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30 Years!

25 years experience Fully Insured • Owner/Operator

PATTI'S PET SITTING - Overnite in YOUR HOME. Free consultation. Bonded/Insured. Red Cross CPR Certified. MO Background Check. Former Kennel Manager. Current shelter volunteer. Have obedience training background. Call 314-607-9216.

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SPRING CLEAN-UP

Trim • Soffits • Lap Siding Professional, timely Manner

Reasonable rates • Free consultation All services available Keep your pets stress-free at home - great for older dogs

Pets

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Lawn Mowing & Maintenance 314-365-7524

cu. yds.

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LUIS GODINA Trim Bushes • Mulch first cut fREE with 1 year Mowing agreement!

cu. yds.

delivered & spread

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Retaining Wall Specialist

Fully Insured • Free Estimates • Residential & Commercial

Painting & RePaiR

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

All NAturAl Double GrouND

MISSOURI LANDSCAPE

Concrete & Paver Flat Work Hardscaping

Gary Smith

Serving West County Since 1989

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

#1 In Quality, Service & Reliability Est. 1995 for a Free Estimate

We deliver to

Complete Lawn Maintenence for Commercial & Residential Spring Cleanup • Mowing • Dethatching Mulching • Sodding • Fertilizing • Spraying Weeding Pruning • Trimming • Planting Brush Removal • Edging • Retaining Walls Paver Patios & Draining Work

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

314.941.1851

Moving

Reliable Home Repair

Home PaiNTiNG 314-852-5467

Jim's Paint & Trim Service Interior & Exterior painting, crown and decorative moulding, wallpaper removal, texturing, drywall and rotten wood repair. Call 636-778-9013.

Lawn Maintenance • Fertilizing Mulch • Retaining Walls Landscape Design/Installation

636-237-5160

Union, MO

30 Years in Business www.cedarbeautiful.com

Landscaping/Lawn Service

ittle Joe's awn and andscape

DeCK STaiNiNG ExtERIoR NO Spraying/Rolling/Mess

Call Ron 636-299-3904

Aeration • Mowing Power Raking • Mulching Drainage • Fence Installation

Real Estate

314-852-5467

Family Owned & Operated 10+ years experience Fully Insured

lawncare & Pedro 'slANDSCAPING

Painting

BY BRUSH ONLY

Complete Lawn Maintnance-

Handyman Corner Inc.

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Landscaping

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Handyman

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New Homes Div

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2011 Gibraltar Circle Award

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12960 THORNHILL DRIVE TOWN & COUNTRY Stunning cust designed & custom built 1.5 story. 5BR/4.5+ba. Over 6900 sq ft of living space. $1,700,000

1106 WHEATON HILL COURT TOWN & COUNTRY Fabulously renovated 5BR Colonial in Weston Park adjacent to Queeny Park. $1,195,000

#1 Prudential Broker in the State of Missouri

17707 HORSE CREEK COURT CHESTERFIELD Stunning Plantation style traditional. Lovely priv lot, beautiful ingrnd pool & screened porch. $899,000

2654 VALLEY ROAD CLARKSON VALLEY Beautifully renovated 102 year old schoolhouse on a 2.2 acre oasis. 4BR home. $1,495,000

694 ST ALBANS SPRING ROAD ST ALBANS Stunning 1.5 sty on beautiful level lot. Finished W/O LL, main flr master suite w/luxury bath. $799,900

1142 GREYSTONE MANOR PKWY 929 KIEFER RIDGE DRIVE 569 UPPER CONWAY CHESTERFIELD Beautiful 2sty w/inground CHESTERFIELD Ranch style villa offers truly ST LOUIS CO Fabulous Views! Like new pool. Wonderful fam rm w/beamed ceilng, open flr plan. Great rm w/FP, top of line 4BR ranch. Open floor plan, Gorgeous $599,000 finished W/O lower level. paneled walls, built-in bkcases. $719,000 kitchen, library w/built-ins. $565,000

260 Treasure Cove - Ballwin - $167,000 Updated 1800 sq.ft. on half acre in Ballwin! Updated kit, lg fenced bkyd, 4 season rm w/ vaulted ceiling & own heating & cooling! SO

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12120 Old Big Bend Rd. - Kirkwood $787,000 Wow! Stunning historic home! One of a kind modern restoration with first class features everywhere! Must see!

249 Vallyoak Ct. - Ballwin - $185,000 Beautifully updated home on cul-de-sac! Gorgeous kitchen, updated baths, large level yard with deck, and much more!

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274 Glandore Dr. - Ballwin - $235,000 Fabulous ranch with outstanding updates and open floor plan! Granite counters, stainless appl., gorgeous landscaping and much more!

821 Top Notch Ln. - Eureka - $175,000 Fresh 2-story in great subdivision! All new carpet, new light fixtures, new paint and updated baths. Must see!

Darling split level with huge fenced yard and covered rear deck! Finished lower level, bright family room, great subdivision!

501 Waterside Ct. - Cottleville - $325,000 16114 Port of Nantucket Dr. - Wildwood $229,000 Meticulously maintained ranch in Rockwood Pristine 2-story in great subdivision! 5 schools! Open floor plan, across from subdi- Bedrooms! Over 3,000 sqft. Finished LL, bonus loft, level front and backyard. vision pool and tennis courts!

7551 Woodland Dr. - Cedar Hill - $50,500 Peaceful lake living! Renovated ranch on private lake w/ new carpet & baths, wrap around rear deck overlooking lake, rear wall of windows w/glass slider to deck!

Integrity Land Title Co. 11715 Administration Dr, Ste. 103 St. Louis, MO 63146 Office: 314-291-8102

10339 Roscommon Dr. – St. Louis $145,000

Call today for your Financing Needs: Wendy Wallach Cell: (314) 374-0737 Wendy.Wallach@wellsfargo.com

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1314 KATSURA COURT 1287 SOMERSET FIELD DRIVE 2207 WOOD DALE RIDGE CT CHESTERFIELD Picturesque wood lot with- CHESTERFIELD Charming Chesterfield 2WILDWOOD Fabulous 2 sty home, 4BR, beautiful home. 3 finished levels of living story. 4BR, 4.5ba. Walk-out LL, 3 car 3.5ba, 3 c gar. Updated kitchen cab and includes 5BR, sunroom, 2 FP. $524,900 garage. Rockwood Sch Dist. $484,000 granite. Wood flrs. Cul-de-sac! $375,000 250 E SKYLINE DR (BALLWIN) Lovely updated ranch sits on a wonderful level fenced yard. Vinyl siding. $169,000 1324 COUNTRYSIDE MANOR PLACE (CHESTERFIELD) Stunning 1.5 sty on park-like level lot. 2sty entry foyer. $749,900 16850 KEHRSDALE DR (CHESTERFIELD) Wonderful setting backing to dense trees. Private inground baker pool. $625,000 14304 SPYGLASS RIDGE (CHESTERFIELD) Panoramic view of the MO River Valley. Custom villa. $620,000 17302 WILDHORSE MEADOWS CT (CHESTERFIELD) Quality at its best! 1.5 sty, 4BR/3.5baths, 3 car gar. $575,000 2655 JOYCERIDGE DR (CHESTERFIELD) Wonderful 2sty, 4BR, 3.5ba home in popular Stonebriar Subdivision. $475,000 1475 CARRIAGE CROSSING LANE (CHESTERFIELD) Stately 4+BR, 4.5ba 2 story on 2/3 ac treed lot. $435,000 1531 CANDISH (CHESTERFIELD) Wonderful home for a large family! 2sty with 5BR/3 full baths. $369,000 14555 MARMONT DR (CHESTERFIELD) Gorgeous updated 4BR/2.5ba 2 sty with newer kitchn, fabulous fam rm. $284,900 341 RIDGE TRAIL DR (CHESTERFIELD) 1.5 Story in River Bend Estates. 3BR, wood floors. $255,000 15274 GOLDEN RAIN DR (CHESTERFIELD) Spacious 4BR,3 full bath. Updated kitchen with white cabinets. $220,000 208 AMBRIDGE CT #201 (CHESTERFIELD) Spacious 3BR/2full bath condo features a cozy fireplace, breakfast nook. $194,900 1812 KEHRSWOOD DR (CLARKSON VALLEY) Beautiful 5BR ranch on 1 ac lot backing to mature trees. $499,900 231 HIBLER OAKS DR (CREVE COEUR) Stately 2 sty in Hibler Oaks Sub. 3BR, 3.5baths. Corner lot. $424,000 12651 VILLA HILL LN (CREVE COEUR) Newer systems & roof, baths, newer light. Ceramic entry, paint inside & out. $249,900 2012

630 EMERSON RD #105 (CREVE COEUR) Loft Living in the heart of Creve Coeur! Great 1BR, 1.5ba unit. $229,900 1777 WISHINGWELL (CEVE COEUR) Great ranch with pizzazz. Updated custom kitchen w/quartz counters. $224,900 2 BARBARY (CREVE COEUR) Sweeping lawn frames this 3BR brick ranch. Beautiful updated kitch w/cherry cabs. $172,000 11604 CEDAR WALK (CREVE COEUR) Westport area town house. 2Br+ loft, 2.5ba, fnsd LL, lookout wndw. $129,900 12929 PORTULACA (CREVE COEUR AREA) New Price!! 2BR, 2ba, secure bldg/elevator, bright neutral. $99,900 2325 CRIMSON VIEW CT (ELLISVILLE) Sharp 2sty home with 4BR, 3.5ba, 3 car garage. Updated throughout. $369,900 2274 DOWNEY TERRACE DR (ELLISVILLE) Great 2 sty with 4BR, 2.5ba, 2car garage. Kit with center island. $299,000 623 KERRYTON PLACE CIRCLE (ELLISVILLE) 3BR, 3ba villa in gated community. Newer carpeting. $229,900 56 W OAK HILL DR (ELLSVILLE) Updated ranch with open floor plan, 4BR, 3 full baths. Updated kitchen. $179,900 115 CLUB CREEK CT (ST ALBANS) Stunning 1.5 story in prestigius St Albans. Overlooks 10th fairway! $900,000 165 VALLEY VUE CIRCLE (ST ALBANS) Beautiful 3BR ranch. 42 cherry cabinets,granite countertops. $449,900 1211 BARDOT LANE (ST LOUIS) Welcome home! Fabulous updated 3BR, 3ba in Parkway North Schls. $185,900 1115 HIGHLAND POINTE DR (TOWN & COUNTRY) Exceptional 1.5 sty w/pool, 5BR, 8ba, 4 car garage. $1,799,999 860 DURBIN CT (TOWN & COUNTRY) Beautiful 2 sty brick home located on a 1 acre cul-de-sac lot. 4BR, 5ba. $575,000 2334 BROOKHOLLOW LN (WILDWOOD) Custom 1.5sty on 7 parklike ac. Gorgeous inground pool w/2 waterfalls. $775,000

711 WYCLIFFE PLACE CT (WILDWOOD) Custom 1.5 sty on quiet cul-de-sac backs to trees. Stunning 4BR, 4.5ba. $722,000 2722 WYNNCREST MANOR DR (WILDWOOD) Beautiuful atrium ranch, backing to woods. 5 BR, 3.5ba. $650,000 17254 ORRVILLE RD (WILDWOOD) Custom 1.5sty on 6+ acre gorgeous lot, 2sty entry & great rm. $599,900 17710 WILDING PLACE DR (WILDWOOD) Center hall colonial 2 sty, back to woods. 4BR, 3ba on second level. $509,000 3732 ALLENTON RD (WILDWOOD) Updated all brick home on 4.54 acre lot! Kit with newer cab, granite. $449,900 33 THORNHILL DR (WILDWOOD) Beautiful 10+ wooded acres just north Hwy 44 off Hwy 109 in Riverbend Sub. $449,000 2518 PEPPERMILL RIDGE DR (WILDWOOD) 2sty living room, step down family room w/built-ins. $362,000 1505 ENGLEBROOK DR (WILDWOOD) Really nice 2sty with 4BR, 3.5ba, wood flrs, fam rm w/built-in bkcases. $339,900 2233 SENTIER DR (WILDWOOD) Gorgeous level lot, beautiful 2-sty, stunning kitchen, spacious fam rm w/FP. $319,900 429 BEACON POINT LN (WILDWOOD) Great price on 2 sty home w/4BR, 2.5ba. 3 car garage, family rm w/FP. $274,900 1609 TIMBER RIDGE EST DR (WILDWOOD) Stunning 4BR ranch on wonderful level lot. Vaulted great rm. $245,000 17147 CAMBURY LN (WILDWOOD) Fabulous townhome with 2BR, 3.5ba and a 2 car garage. Open flr plan. $214,000 16883 PARADISE PEAK CIRCLE (WILDWOOD) Beautiful ranch home. 3 BR, 2ba, vaulted great room. $199,900 16410 LAUREL PARK CT (WILDWOOD) 1.5sty on level lot. Lovely landscaping. Main floor master suite. $165,000 123 IMPERIAL CROWN WAY #J (WILDWOOD) Sharp 2BR, 2ba condo with carport. Laundry rm in unit. $99,900

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2 grand meridien court | wildwood 4 bedrooms, 5½ baths $2,275,000 Fabulous fusion of luxury & function in every detail of this 6,133 sq. ft. custom home on over 4 acres.

16617 caulks creek ridge | wildwood 6 bedrooms $1,799,900 expanded & restored to 7,000 sq. ft. of luxurious living spaces plus endless outdoor entertaining enjoyment.

17901 greyabbey court | chesterField 4 bedrooms, 3 Full & 2 halF baths $1,025,000 this 1½-story masterpiece was designed with stunning details at every turn. grandly sited on an acre.

106 greenbriar ridge court | des peres 5 bedrooms, 3 Full & 2 halF baths $849,900 exceptional manse overlooking greenbriar country Club. An entertainer’s dream where luxury abounds.

5 country estates | ladue schools 5 bedrooms, 3½ baths $799,000 open & spacious mid-century modern ranch in wonderful Frontenac location on gorgeous 1+ acre lot.

#1 oak park court | ladue schools 3+ bedrooms, 3 Full & 2 halF baths $649,900 wonderful remodeled 4,000 sq. ft. home with three levels of living space in creve coeur. super value!

1101 s. spoede road | ladue schools 5 bedrooms, 3½ baths $565,000 inviting 2 story with living & family rooms, gourmet kitchen & breakfast room, finished lower level.

12350 topsField court | creve coeur 4 bedrooms, 3½ baths $499,900 exceptional colonial home in ladue downs features a newer kitchen & 3-season room. beautiful setting!

12310 hibler road | creve coeur 5+ bedrooms, 4½ baths $498,500 Fantastic residence, privately nestled in the heart of creve coeur. Quality construction throughout.

17306 bridle trail west | wildwood 3 bedrooms, 2½ baths $469,000 come home to your tuscan retreat located on a private 3.85-acre lot tract. custom-built ranch.

2014 s. mason road | town and country 3 bedrooms, 2 baths $435,000 california contemporary offers the convenience of its central location & the privacy of its 1.48 acre lot.

908 chesterField villas cir. | chesterField 3 bedrooms, 3 baths $375,000 Lovely Chesterfield Villas town house is designed for easy living. Spacious rooms & finished lower level.

16276 windFall ridge drive | chesterField 3 bedrooms, 2 baths $295,000 lovely ranch style home in desireable bent tree subdivision. Open floor plan perfect for today’s lifestyle.

1032 Fernpark drive | creve coeur 5 bedrooms, 2½ baths $250,000 wonderfully renovated & updated home in soughtafter parkway north school district on corner lot.

489 hillbrook drive | ballwin 4 bedrooms, 2 baths $235,000 outstanding home has it all! completely gutted in 2000. Wood floors. Finished walkout lower level.

13428 conway rd. | town and country 9 bedrooms, 5 Full & 3 halF baths $3,499,000 rare opportunity to purchase this exceptional bernoudy home with 6,414 sq. ft. on 18+ acres.

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new listing! 11921 moorland manor | parkway north 13227 weatherField dr. | parkway schools 4+ bedrooms, 3½ baths $388,000 4 bedrooms, 2½ baths $424,900 very handsome home with lots of room located on a cul-de-sac in moorland estates, the and an abundance of superb amenities. 2-story great room overlooks the private setting.

new listing! 12556 starspur lane | parkway schools 3 bedrooms, 3 baths $259,900 updated, fresh, spacious & move-in ready. 1-story ranch. Finished lower level on private half-acre lot

11821 claychester drive | des peres 3 bedrooms, 2 baths $259,900 Open floor plan ranch with upscale & stylish interior decor is a must see! vaulted ceilings & newer skylights.

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