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Good things Life has many good things. The problem is that most of these good things can be gotten only by sacrificing other good things. We all recognize this in our daily lives. It is only in politics that this simple, common-sense fact is routinely ignored.

In politics, there are not simply good things but some special Good Things – with a capital “G” and capital “T” – which are considered always better to have more of.

Many of the things advocated by environmental extremists, for example, are things that most of us might think of as good things. But, in politics, they become Good Things whose repercussions and costs are brushed aside as unworthy considerations.

Nobody wants to breathe dirty air or drink dirty water. But, if either becomes 98 percent pure, 99 percent pure or 99.9 percent pure, there is some point beyond which the costs skyrocket and the benefits become meager or non-existent.

If the slightest trace of any impurity were fatal, the human race would have become extinct thousands of years ago.

Not only does the body have defenses to neutralize small amounts of some impurities, some things that are dangerous, or even fatal, in substantial amounts can become harmless or even beneficial in extremely minute amounts, arsenic being one example. As an old adage put it: “It is the dose that makes the poison.”

In other words, removing arsenic from our drinking water should obviously be a very high priority – but not after we have gotten it down to some extremely minute trace. There is never going to be 100 percent clean water or air and, the closer we get to that, the more costly it is to remove extremely minute traces of anything. But none of this matters to those who see ever higher standards of “clean water” or “clean air” as a Good Thing.

One of the things that have ruined our economy is the notion that both Democrats and Republicans in Washington pushed for years, that a higher rate of home ownership is a Good Thing.

There is no question that there are benefits to home ownership. And there should be no question that there are costs as well.

But costs get lost in the shuffle.

Among the things that Washington politicians of both parties did for years was come up with more and more laws, rules and pressures on private lenders to lower

the qualifications standards required for people to get a mortgage to buy a home.

It was a full-court press from congressional legislation to regulations and policies created by the Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Federal Reserve, not to mention the buying of the resulting risky mortgages by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac from the original lenders – and even threats of prosecution by the Department of Justice if the racial mixture of people who were approved for mortgages didn’t match their expectations.

The media chimed in with expressions of outrage when data showed that black applicants for mortgage loans were turned down more often than white applicants.

Seldom was it even mentioned that white applicants were turned down more often than Asian American applicants.

Nor was it mentioned that white applicants averaged higher credit ratings than black applicants, and Asian American applicants averaged higher credit ratings than white applicants – or that black applicants were turned down at least as often by black-owned banks as by white-owned banks.

Such distracting details would have spoiled the story that racial discrimination was the reason why some people did not get the Good Thing of home ownership as often as others.

Even after the risky mortgages that were made under government pressure led to huge bankruptcies and bailouts, as well as disasters for home owners in general and black home owners in particular, home ownership remains a Good Thing. The Justice Department is again threatening lenders who don’t lower their standards to let more minority applicants get mortgage loans.

Higher miles per gallon for cars is a Good Thing in politics, even if it leads to cars too lightly built to protect occupants when there is a crash. More students going to college is another Good Thing, even if lowering standards to get them admitted results in lower educational quality for others.

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letters to the editor Rockwood ‘antics’ To the Editor: I am an 86-year-old resident of St. Louis County. I have lived in the Rockwood R6 School District since it was established.

To the best of my recollection, I have always supported all the bond issues down through the years. This is about to change due to the antics of the new superintendent and the lack of fiscal responsibility by the school board in the hiring of the two consultants who later became administrators at huge salary increases.

This issue needs to be addressed and not glossed over. There is an election coming up in November.

Bill Buermann Ballwin

Ellisville red light cameras

To the Editor:

I have to think that, in spite of comments

by Ellisville City Manager (Kevin) Bookout, that red light cameras are a means of revenue enhancement for the city, as are other tickets they hand out.

Last year I was pulled over by an Ellisville police officer and given a ticket for not having a front license plate on my car – an $83 fine. I told him as he was professionally and promptly writing out my ticket that I was amazed at how many cars going by on Manchester Road didn’t have front plates. The officer told me at that point that he had been writing tickets specifically for front plate violations all morning and that (mine) was the 38th one he’d handed out.

At that point, it was a little bit after noon.

At more than $3,000 for a morning’s work by his own admission, it seems as though he was there more as a revenue collector than a police officer. I suspect the same is true with the red light cameras, and at “only” $100 without points (how nice), most taxpayers – oops, motorists – will just pay it.

Dan Kuse St. Charles

Dogs in cars

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Thanks for your article on the heat and animals in cars (West Newsmagazine, July 20).

To correct Manchester police, I called on a dog in a car with the windows cracked in front of Carters at The (Manchester) Highlands on July 6. The police responded and talked with the woman while I was

there. So, they have had an incident – just Just the facts to clarify.

To the Editor: On my way home from walking dogs at Stray Rescue, I reported a dog in an SUV While reading the letter entitled “Daily on the lot of Canine Center with no win- double” in the July 6, 2011 edition of the dows open and the car not running. The West Newsmagazine, I am reminded of one man said he was only in the store for five of Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan’s comminutes. Dumb people! ments: “We are all entitled to our opinions, Linda Clay but we are not entitled to our own facts.”

Ballwin The writer disagreed with my assessment and the assessments of the scholars I cited, National debt of President Barack Obama’s achieveTo the Editor: ments, in my June 8 letter to the editor. The writer asserts that the president is incompeOur president continues to use his stan- tent; however, he provided no analysis or dard scare tactics by asserting that if the support for that conclusion, except a vague debt limit isn’t increased by Aug. 2, pay- sentence about Chicago- style politics. ments would be suspended or eliminated to I question what information the writer the seniors on Medicare and Social Secu- considered in reaching his conclusion. Did rity, the veterans and active military, and he consider the immense challenges the others to gain sympathy for him and turn president inherited? Did he consider the our citizens against the GOP. rabid opposition of the Republican senaIn lieu of these payment suspensions, tors and House members? how about suspending pay and medical The writer indicates that he is a profesinsurance to our “public servants” in the sional historian. I question if in the history Senate and House of Representatives, and of the U. S., he is aware of any other presithose retirees that continue to get their pay dent facing the level of opposition that and insurance as though they were still President Obama has faced. The opposiemployed? What about eliminating the tion has even reached the point where the foreign aid given to other countries, many Republicans opposed bills that they had of which don’t even like or respect us? proposed, once the president supported Regardless of how the situation is settled, said bills.

I’ll bet it would get done prior to Aug. 2.

The writer states, “As for the president’s J. P. Schroeder accomplishments, as listed by Mr. Gordon, Wildwood facts are a wonderful thing.” Therefore, it appears he is not challenging the facts in my To the Editor: letter. This raises the question of whether he considered said facts when reaching his President Kennedy said in his 1961 inau- conclusion that the president was incomgural address: “Ask not what your country petent. Though, he indicated that for every can do for you; ask what you can do for source I cited, he could easily come up your country.” with four or more counter points of equally In the Post-Dispatch’s July 17 article esteemed individuals. He also indicates about our national debt comically titled, that he suspects the exchange would prob“No Free Lunch,” one suggested scenario ably be pretty colorful. He didn’t name for the federal government to live within anyone nor indicate what the basis for their its income funds “Food Stamps and wel- conclusions would be. fare” for $9.3 billion but not military salaThere is no doubt that there are individuries for $2.98 billion. als who will agree with the writer. HowThose who take Kennedy’s advice to the ever, the critical issue is what will be the extreme and live to serve their country and basis for their conclusions? their fellow citizens – our volunteer miliSince the president’s election, there have tary – lose out. Those who ignore Kenne- been numerous baseless charges: he wasn’t dy’s advice to the extreme and live off their born in the U. S., he wants to kill old people, country and their fellow citizens continue he wants to kill disabled children, he wants to get their “free lunch.” to kill women with breast cancer, he wants Is that a policy of a country that can to brainwash children, etc. The fact that prosper and survive? some individuals make charges or stateDon Folkemer ments doesn’t make the charges or stateManchester ments valid or true. There is a candidate for the Republican nomination for president who states, “the Founding Fathers worked

tirelessly to end slavery.” The fact that the statement is repeated over and over doesn’t make it true. As a professional historian, I think it is reasonable to assume the writer would agree with that reality.

The writer compares the effectiveness of the president with several past presidents.

Again, he offers no analysis or basis for his conclusion. I would be interested in how he evaluates the effectiveness of former President George W. Bush, from whom this president inherited the mess when he took office.

The writer took issue with my observation that some of the opposition to the president is rooted in prejudice and hatred.

The fact of the matter is this president has received more threats than any prior president. I respectfully call the writer’s attention to some of the vile, vicious, racist signs that have appeared at some of the rallies and demonstrations around the country.

In a recent poll in Iowa, 65 percent of the Republicans interviewed stated they were not sure that the president was born in the U. S. Every reputable news organization in the country and many foreign news organizations have long ago debunked this fallacy. The president’s birth certificate has been posted on the Internet for more than three years. Yet many people cling to this fallacy to justify their hatred of the president. I would ask the writer, as a historian, what does he think is the root of such animosity if not prejudice?

James Gordon St. Albans

Not so stimulating

To the Editor:

The White House Council of Economic Advisors, President Obama’s own handpicked team of economists, stated in its most recent report that more jobs would have been created without the so-called “stimulus” spending, and the only thing the “stimulus” created was $666 billion of debt for the working men and women of this country to pay off.

Are we ready to admit that big-government, socialist economic policies are counterproductive, or, as many have, will some continue to defend and excuse these policies? It is time to take off the blinders and wake up to the reality of an out-of-control federal government before it is too late for our children and grandchildren. The facts are there and the verdict is in: tax, borrow, and spend is a failure!

Carl Schroeder Wildwood

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News Br iefs BALLWIN City goes solar The Ballwin Board of Aldermen on July 18 voted to let the sun shine in.

The city will purchase a series of solar panels that will be installed over the Ballwin Government Center before the end of the year. With the solar panel plan in place, the city can expect to reduce its electric bill by nearly 50 percent.

Ballwin Code Enforcement Supervisor Jerry Klein said the total cost of the project would be roughly $57,000, but thanks to a state-funded grant, the city will be paying approximately $18,200.

“This is pretty exciting,” City Administrator Bob Kuntz said. “It’s a pretty big step for a city to do this, and I’m very excited that this energy efficiency initiative shows everyone that we’re serious about energy conservation, too.”

CHESTERFIELD Safety Fair Monarch Fire Protection District in cooperation with Chesterfield Mall will host a safety fair from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sat., Aug. 6 on the northwest parking lot at Chesterfield Mall (near Dillards).

Attractions will include Monarch fire

equipment, an auto extrication demonstration, air rescue helicopters, seat belt demonstration, County Bomb & Arson robot, Chesterfield Police bike safety unit and and much more.

For more information, visit monarchfpd. org or call (314) 514-0900.

Riparian Trail to open July 30 Phase I of the Riparian Trail in Chesterfield has been completed and the trail will be open to the public on Sat., July 30.

Phase I of the Trail is a half-mile long and is part of a three-phase plan to construct a pedestrian/bike path which begins near the Chesterfield Family Aquatic Center and will extend to Old Chesterfield Road and eventually connect to the Monarch-Chesterfield Levee Trail.

Parking for trail users is available at the parking lot for the Aquatic Center.

The term “riparian” refers to the area on the banks of a natural water course. In this case, the city is constructing a 10-foot-wide crushed stone path adjacent to Chesterfield Creek. The trail surface will be similar to that of the Katy Trail. Wooden boardwalks preserve the natural surroundings as much as possible.

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the extension of Lydia Hill Drive, which will connect the existing termini of August Hill Drive and Lydia Hill Drive. Phase I of the Riparian Trail will connect to the sidewalk along the Lydia Hill Drive extension, which will be completed by the end of 2011. For now, the end of the Riparian Trail Phase I project is closed during construction of the Lydia Hill Drive extension project.

For updates and more information on the Lydia Hill Drive extension, visit chesterfield.mo.us/lydia-hill-drive-extension. html.

Putting out fires In what Chesterfield Mayor Bruce Geiger called a record-breaking eightminute meeting, the Chesterfield City Council on July 18 approved the installation of five fire hydrants in Plat Two of The Reserve at Chesterfield Village located on Baxter Road just south of Wildhorse Creek Road. The fire hydrants had already been approved by the Monarch Fire Protection District’s board of directors, but Chesterfield’s ordinances require that the city council authorize the location of each fire hydrant.

The fire hydrants will be placed on Oak Stand Path, Willow Weald Path, and Oak Stand Court. They will be installed by Missouri American Water Company.

DES PERES Gun safety

In light of recent area accidents involving young children and firearms, the Des Peres Department of Public Safety is reminding residents that it is an active participant in Project ChildSafe, a nationwide program to promote safe firearms handling and storage practices among all firearms owners through the distribution of key safety education messages and free gun-locking devices (firearms safety kits).

Firearms accidents in the home often result from a child finding a loaded and unsecured firearm in the home. The goal of Project ChildSafe is to inform and educate all firearms owners on key safety issues and to provide firearms safety kits that include a gun-locking device.

The gun-locking device distributed in the Project ChildSafe program is a cable-style gun lock that meets the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) current testing protocol standard. Cable locks require that many types of firearms be unloaded before the cable lock is installed, providing an extra level of safety.

Des Peres residents may pick up free firearms safety kits from the Department of Public Safety during regular business hours.

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The Ellisville Dog Park will be ready in one year and will be located on the old volleyball site at Bluebird Park.

Spearheaded by City Councilmember Linda Reel (Dist. 2), a group of residents formed the Ellisville Dog Park Committee and tackled the tasks of finding possible park locations, determining costs for fencing and researching other details.

Reel said funding for the park will come from donations and fundraising The committee estimated the total cost for developing the site at roughly $39,000.

Ellisville resident Marcia Hummel said she thinks the fact that the park will allow residents from other cities will put Ellisville’s dog park in the forefront.

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ST. LOUIS COUNTY Heroin forum A forum to proactively confront the dangerous epidemic of heroin and prescription painkiller use by St. Louis area teens will be held from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Thurs., Aug. 11 at South County Health Clinic, 4580 S. Lindbergh Blvd., in Sunset Hills.

The event is the third in a series of town hall meetings intended to provide the community with useful information to stop the problem before it gets worse.

The meeting is open to professionals, parents and students, and admission is free.

For more information, visit not-evenonce.com/townhall.html.

National night out Police officials in several West County municipalities are inviting residents to participate in the 28th annual National Night Out on Tues., Aug. 2. The goals of National Night Out are to reinforce crime prevention awareness, generate support for anti-crime and anti-drug efforts and send a message to would-be criminals that neighborhoods are organized and prepared to fight crime.

Scheduled National Children from a Des Peres neighborhood enjoyed a visit from Night Out activities fire department officials at last year’s National Night Out. include: • The Ballwin Police Department will send police officers as well as representatives from Ballwin’s Target location to visit participating neighborhoods and hand out prizes for kids. To register an event, contact Sgt. Jim Heldmann at 207-2351 or jheldmann@ballwin.mo.us.

• Ellisville police are sponsoring a friendly competition between subdivisions to see which will have the greatest participation or largest party. Police officers and city leaders will visit registered neighborhood events. For more information, contact Sgt. Nancy Walker at 227-7777.

• Manchester police will serve ice cream at the police department to anyone who wants to stop by and visit. Officers will be on hand also to visit participating neighborhoods. To schedule a visit, contact Chief Tim Walsh at 217-1410, ext.

119, or twalsh@manchestermo.gov.

• The Wildwood Police Department and the Lake Chesterfield Homeowners Association will team up to host an event at 7 p.m. on the parking lot of the clubhouse at 150 Waterside Drive. For more information, contact Jamie Reiter at 458-9194 or jreiter@stlouisco.com.

• Police in Winchester will be doing a “Walk and Talk,” walking through neighborhoods to talk with residents about any concerns they might have. For more information, contact Sgt. Gary Sodoma at (314) 615-0727 or gsodoman@stlouisco. com.

To avoid the late summer heat, Chesterfield police are moving the city’s National Night Out event to Oct. 4. Creve Coeur celebrated National Night Out in June.

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Thousands from unaccredited districts could attend St. Louis County schools

By JIM ERICKSON Although recent court decisions may be helping to spread the word, it appears that many parents and others in West County are not yet fully aware of what their public schools could be facing as the start of the new school year approaches.

“No, I don’t think people in general are aware of what might be coming,” says Laura Gigliotti of Wildwood, a mother of three students in Rockwood schools who heads the Rockwood PTO Presidents organization. “A few meetings have been held, but I don’t believe the general knowledge level on the issue is all that good.”

The issue involved stems from last year’s Missouri Supreme Court ruling that students from unaccredited school districts have the right to attend schools of their choice in nearby accredited districts.

That decision has not yet gone into effect because the high court returned the case, known as Turner v. the Clayton School District, to circuit court for further legal deliberations that still are pending.

Barring new developments, the ruling would allow students in St. Louis City and Riverview Gardens schools – the only two districts in the state that now are unaccredited – to attend schools in the St. Louis County district of their choice. Theoretically, that could mean thousands of children from the St. Louis and Riverview Gardens districts seeking enrollment in St. Louis County schools.

Last month, the issue became more

complex when Judge Barbara Wallace in St. Louis County Circuit Court ruled in another case that the Webster Groves School District immediately had to accept a St. Louis girl who had filed suit, seeking enrollment.

What the impact of that ruling will be on the student transfer issue is unclear. In her decision, Wallace said it should not have any bearing from the standpoint of legal precedent on the Turner case and that it involved only one student. Also, the Webster Groves district has until Aug. 1 to appeal the ruling.

“As a parent, I hope it’s realized there are so many details that need to be ironed out before any major changes like this are put into effect,” Gigliotti said. “Where would new students go, and how would they get there? Those questions and many more all need to be considered. The resulting impact can be good or bad, depending on how the details and planning are handled.”

Gigliotti said she has not heard any strong viewpoints expressed on the issue, and she thinks that is because people either are still trying to gather information or are unaware of the potential impact.

The defendant school districts have argued the law at the center of both the Turner and Webster Groves actions would force accredited districts to pay costs associated with accepting students from elsewhere. Such an unfunded mandate violates the Missouri Constitution.

However, the costs incurred by districts

receiving those students would fall to the unaccredited districts. If the number of transfers were large, it is questionable how long the unaccredited districts could pay them before facing the threat of bankruptcy.

In its session earlier this year, the Missouri Legislature looked at several measures to address the legal issue. But when there was no consensus among education groups on what was the best approach, lawmakers opted not to act.

“I still think a legislative fix would have been the best answer,” John Cary, superintendent of the St. Louis County Special School District, said. “When issues like this get into the courts, you never know what’s going to happen.”

Cary and Don Senti, former superintendent of the Parkway School District, earlier this year worked with Sen. Jane Cunningham (R-Chesterfield) in developing a compromise for legislative consideration. The plan would have provided scholarships to students in unaccredited districts to attend non-public, non-sectarian schools in their cities and would have allowed school districts in the county to open charter schools in the unaccredited districts. In addition, it would have given county school districts a voice in how many students from unaccredited districts they would accept, based on their current enrollment.

The measure ultimately fell victim to See TURNER V. CLAYTON, page 18

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Ballwin man arrested for armed robbery in Chesterfield

By BRIAN MCDOWELL A Ballwin resident has been charged in Chesterfield with robbery and attempted armed robbery.

Chesterfield Police Bernstein Officers Stephen Aspinall and Graham Murphy and Sgt. Bob Wickenhauser on July 19 initiated a felony vehicle stop and arrested 28-year-old Issac Bernstein, of Ballwin, for crimes he allegedly committed on the previous evening.

According to a statement issued by the Chesterfield Police Department, the officers were acting on a tip from a witness who at around 11 a.m. on July 19 spotted the suspect and his vehicle in Wildwood.

Bernstein was charged with the robbery at gunpoint of a pizza delivery driver in an incident that allegedly occurred in the 800 block of Chesterfield Parkway West. Police said Brenstein attempted to rob another victim in Chesterfield Valley approximately 30 minutes later, but that attempt was unsuccessful.

Warrants have been issued charging Bernstein with Robbery In the First Degree, Attempted Robbery In the First Degree and two counts of armed criminal action, both of which are felony charges. He is being held in the St. Louis County Jail on a $150,000 cash bond, police said.

‘Biggest Loser’ auditions coming to Chesterfield Mall Producers of NBC’s hit “The Biggest with challenges, temptations, weigh-ins Loser” weight-loss reality TV series are and eliminations until the final contestant bringing their search for contestants to remains to claim the title of “The Biggest Chesterfield.

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“The Biggest Loser” casting producers The casting call will take place from 10 are looking for individuals and teams of a.m. until 6 p.m. on Sat., Aug. 13 at 291 two who have at least 85 pounds to shed to Chesterfield Mall. Organizers are asking apply for the next season, which will begin that people not line up prior to 7 a.m. airing in January 2012.

Candidates must be at least 18 years of The stop in Chesterfield next month is age and legal residents of the U.S. They part of a 13-city cross-country search for are encouraged to bring a non-returnable “outgoing and charismatic teams of two photo of themselves (and of their partners, and individuals who have the personality, if applying as a team). Casting call applicadesire and competitive edge” to vie for the tions will be provided on site.

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BY SARAH WILSON Wildwood City Council at a special meeting on July 20 approved a motion to close its investigation regarding Councilmember Holly Parks’ (Ward 2) alleged City Charter and Missouri Sunshine Law violations.

The council at its June 13 meeting voted to initiate an investigation regarding alleged ethics violations revealed at its previous meeting in regard to Don Kozlowski’s consideration for the open councilmember seat in Ward 1.

Parks had sent an email to seven councilmembers discouraging them to vote for Kozlowski, for which she was accused of violating the Sunshine Law and the City Charter.

At the July 20 meeting, Councilmember Ron James (Ward 6) said he had a lot of problems with the accusations and believed Parks only expressed her opinion.

“Right or wrong, it was her opinion,” James said. “I wanted to have this meeting because I wanted it open to the public. …

I’m doing what I think is right for the city and what’s right for the people.”

Parks deferred making any statements during the meeting and referred to her lawyer, Paul Martin, to speak on her behalf.

He said he thought the investigation was illegal and a violation of due process.

“It’s not a legal issue; it’s just a human issue.”

-David Geile “We do not intend to participate any further in this process,” Martin said. “We do not offer any evidence tonight, and we are not going to answer any questions. We just ask that you please move to exonerate Ms. Parks and get this matter over with.”

Later, attorney Jeff McPherson, of Armstrong Teasdale, whom the city hired for the investigation, refuted Martin’s statements, saying the investigation was “entirely appropriate.”

Residents were sworn in and given the opportunity to speak on the matter.

Wildwood resident Kay Ladd said she thought the investigation had gone too far.

“What I can say about Mrs. Parks is that she listened to her ward, the citizens of Wildwood, and then when an issue came up, she voted how she felt her ward residents wanted her to,” Ladd said. “I feel she was sending out an email to inform the councilmembers what she believed that the board wanted. … I would hope this council would look at all the good Mrs. Parks has done for Ward 2 and the city of Wildwood.”

Resident Don Wenkel said Parks demon-

strated her right to free speech. to solicit a change in some votes and to the alleged email did not pose any legal “I encourage her to stand her ground secure others,” Shea said. ethics violations. and fight for her right to free speech and Shea asked Parks why she and other Later, the council, including Parks, to resist efforts by some on the board or councilmembers did not receive her email, approved a motion to close the reception of on the city council to force her off the city and her attorney responded by saying he evidence and voted to close the investigacouncil,” Wenkel said. would not answer any questions because tion.

Councilmember Tammy Shea (Ward 3) he did not want to prolong the evening.

“As you heard this evening, there are cersaid Wildwood should not to be too quick Councilmember David Geile (Ward 1) tainly other issues to take up, and we will to dismiss the investigation. said there was a clear violation of open, certainly do so,” Mayor Tim Woerther said.

“You cannot look at that email and say honest, transparent communication.

“The fact of the matter is that I think in there wasn’t an exertion of influence, “It’s not a legal issue; it’s just a human some ways our own ethics codes, our own because she knew exactly what she was issue,” Geile said. policies, haven’t kept up with the times, doing by sending that email, and that was McPherson said while that might be true, and we need to review those.”

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Ballwin takes candidate certification issue to secretary of state Sen. Jane Cunningham offers assistance

By BETSY ZATKULAK It has been more than a year since the Ballwin Board of Aldermen began researching whether it is the responsibility of the St. Louis County Board of Elections or a municipality to verify a candidate’s eligibility to run for an elected office. Now, the city will take the matter to the office of Secretary of State Robin Carnahan.

The issue arose as a direct result of questions about whether some candidates running on the April 5 ballot for the Ballwin Board of Aldermen election met the qualifications for office.

In April, Ballwin City Attorney Robert Jones was asked to give the board some guidance on election procedures. Jones agreed to review, research and recommend for future elections any needed changes to the candidate certification process.

When Jones was unable to produce a definitive guideline, he sent on behalf of the city a formal letter to the Board of Elections asking for guidance.

“At its most simple level, the obvious intent is to have people in office who pay their taxes,” Ballwin Alderman and Board President Frank Fleming (Ward 3) told West Newsmagazine in May. “But the question is: Who should it be responsible for checking that out, and if necessary, who has the authority to declare a candidate unqualified to be placed on the ballot?”

Since the Board of Elections had not responded to the city’s letter for clarification, the board of aldermen decided to take their request for guidance to the next level of authority, which is the office of the secretary of state. The letter to Carnahan’s office will ask the same questions asked of the Board of Elections. Because the board

has found conflicting state statues, the letter also will ask what the board of aldermen should consider the definitive state statute.

The aldermen at their meeting on July 18 discussed and fine-tuned that letter and said they needed someone to make sure their request for guidance does not end up in a drawer somewhere.

“We need someone to pursue it and not just send it in,” Fleming said. “Let’s make sure we get a contact at the secretary of state’s office who we can call or email.”

It was decided that Jones would pursue that issue.

Minutes after the discussion on candidate certification came to a close, Sen. Jane Cunningham (R-Chesterfield), who was at the meeting to address the board on another matter, offered her support.

“I can tell this is a hot potato,” Cunningham said. “I don’t want to butt into it, but that is what I do.”

Cunningham said she has a liaison at the secretary of state’s office who is required to respond to her team.

“If you want to copy me on that letter, we will bug the secretary of state’s office,” Cunningham said. We have a liaison there who is required to respond to us, so if you want my help, I’ll be happy to do that.”

Cunningham said if the board chose to copy her on the letter, her office would contact its liaison and ask to be kept informed on the matter.

“That makes sure that they get back to us because they know there’s a senator sitting there waiting to be in the loop and seeing an answer on that,” she said.

The board of aldermen agreed to take Cunningham up on her offer and copy her on the letter.

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Beginning at 1:30 p.m. on Wed., Aug. 3, 400 campers and staff from the J will march a variety of healthy foods from the front of the Staenberg Family Complex Arts and Education Building in Creve Coeur to the shelves of the food pantry, which also is in Creve Coeur. The campers march as a means of illustrating to the community that hunger is prevalent.

J Day Camps Director Joey Boime said this year’s goal is to exceed 10,000 food items.

Children also will deliver fresh produce grown at the camp’s garden for Jewish

Family & Children’s Service’s Share Your Harvest Program, which encourages the community to donate excess produce from their home gardens.

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TURNER V. CLAYTON, from page 13

Shirley Broz, the chief financial and legislative affairs officer for the Rockwood School District, said she is unaware of any enrollment inquiries or requests received there from outside the district.

“That may be due to geography because we’re the last stop on the train before leaving the county,” she said.

Broz said people are asking about the status of the legal situation and whether there have been any new developments, as opposed to expressing concerns about what is happening and the potential impact on Rockwood schools.

Cunningham said the possible impact of any large-scale student transfers has received increasing attention from school administrators and school boards. That could mean improved chances for reaching agreement on a legislative solution down the road.

differences among the education community.

While the potential number of students wanting to transfer is large, Cunningham thinks the actual number would be more manageable. She said professional analysts have reviewed data from a Washington, D.C., school district where students have been allowed to go elsewhere and other districts that have open enrollment permitting students to go to the school of their choice. Applying student enrollment trends in those areas to the St. Louis-St. Louis County situation, the estimated number of students here who might transfer is in the 2,500 to 9,000 range, she said. Problems would arise, though, if a large percentage of transferring students picked one particular district, she said.

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By WARREN MAYES Parkway West graduate Catherine Dolan is a state champion and has custody of the Jayne Watson traveling trophy for a year.

Dolan, who will be a senior this fall at Missouri State, rallied to post a two-stroke victory recently at the Missouri Amateur Championship at Bellerive Country Club.

The tournament was put on by the Missouri Women’s Golf Association.

“It’s an awesome trophy,” Dolan said.

“It’s huge. I love it. I’ve got a little area with my past tournament stuff downstairs in our house and we’re going to put it there.”

The Ballwin native fired her second consecutive one-under-par 71 to come from behind and post a two-stroke victory over Kayla Eckelkamp, who shot 67 in the final round. Dolan also received the individual silver trophy for winning the tournament.

Dolan, with her mother, Ann, caddying for her, entered the final round trailing defending champion Ellen Port by three strokes but took control early, getting to as much as three under for the day while Port was on her way to a final-round 78.

Dolan shot 77-71-71-219 for the 54-hole championship, two better than Eckelkamp and four ahead of Port.

“It’s pretty big to win this tournament,”

Dolan said. “It’s nice to have the state championship.”

The state championship field was strong.

Seven-time champion Port was out to defend her title from last year. Past champions Jamie Berkmeyer and Marcella Rose competed. The MWGA’s 2011 Junior Champion Caroline Rouse was also in the field, preparing for her upcoming run at the PGA Junior Championship. Past Amateur runners-up Katrina Choate, of Drury University, and Alisha Matthews, of Southern Illinois University, also returned to make another run at the trophy.

The three-day tourney began in sweltering conditions with a heat index of 104 degrees.

Dolan’s opening round of 77 left her seven shots back.

Port kept her cool, firing a first day twounder score of 70 for a two-shot lead over Choate. McCall Christopher, of Indiana State University, was four shots back, followed by Kayla Eckelkamp, of Maryville University, with a 75.

Overnight storms broke the humidity, leaving round two beginning under clear skies. Dolan fired a one-under 71 as Port’s 75 narrowed her lead to only three shots.

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Catherine Dolan, a native of Ballwin, won the MWGA Missouri Amateur Championship at Bellerive Country Club.

steady 74. Choate’s 78 left her five shots out of the lead, joined by Missouri’s Kate Gallagher, who managed a 72. Kelli Kirchoff, of Wentzville, played well, shooting a 74 while Eckelkamp’s 79 had her falling nine shots behind the leaders.

Dolan began her final round with a bogey on the first hole but followed with birdies on holes two, four, seven and eight, putting her at two-under for her round as she made the turn.

Port bogeyed holes two and three, leaving her one shot back making the turn. The

No. 12 par four was a turning point. Port’s tee shot found the creek leading to a double bogey.

Dolan pounced and birdied the par three No. 13, finishing with a final round of 71.

Dolan has enjoyed success at Missouri State. She won a tournament in Arizona and was named the Missouri Valley Golfer of the Week.

She capped off a stellar high school career for the Longhorns by winning the state Class 2 tournament and capturing the state junior title in 2008.

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High school baseball Two Parkway school district athletes grabbed the spotlight in the recent Delta Dental’s SmilesLEAGUE Coaches’ Choice High School All-Star Game played at Busch Stadium.

Pitcher Logan Hershenow, of Parkway West High School, was named the game’s most valuable player. Lucas Mueller, of Parkway Central, was awarded the home run derby’s first-place trophy after hitting an out-of-the-park home run.

The Blue Team defeated the Green Team 6-4.

Thirty-two graduating senior baseball players had the unique opportunity to play in the game. The All-Star lineup featured players from public schools throughout St. Louis City and St. Louis County.

Local players on the Blue Team were: Drue Bravo, pitcher, Lafayette; Logan Hershenow, pitcher, Parkway West; and Matt Seevers, outfielder, Marquette.

Local players on the Green Team were: John Calloway, center fielder, Parkway South; Lucas Mueller, third baseman, Parkway Central; and Nick Jacobs, second baseman, Eureka.

The Delta Dental’s SmilesLEAGUE allstar athletes were selected by their schools’ coaching staff and randomly combined to

form the “All-Star Blue Team” and the “All-Star Green Team.”

The Blue Team was coached by former Cardinals third baseman Scott Cooper, a St. Louis native who played high school baseball for the Pattonville Pirates, spent seven seasons in the major leagues and was a member of the American League All-Star team in both 1993 and 1994.

The Green Team was coached by former Cardinals outfielder Kerry Robinson, also a St. Louis native. Robinson was a threesport athlete for the Hazelwood Spartans, went on to play for the Tampa Bay Rays and was a Cardinal from 2001 to 2003.

Prior to the start of the game, Delta Dental hosted a home run derby competition. The participants were selected by Cooper and Robinson based on statistics from the 2011 high school baseball season and included Matt Seevers (Marquette), Daryus Small (University City), Ryan Smith (Affton), Brendan Coleman (Rockwood Summit), Ryan Jones (Brentwood) and Lucas Mueller (Parkway Central).

Youth baseball The Rawling RedBirds play in the Chesterfield 8U AA and won the AA Missouri State Tournament.

The boys played in two qualifying tournaments to reach the state tournament played

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in Kansas City. The RedBirds played seven games in the tourney and went 6-1 to win the championship. The RedBirds defeated the Vipers 15-14.

“The whole team contributed to our offense,” Coach Kevin Krick said. “They picked each other up.”

The last play of the game was dramatic, Krick said.

The Vipers loaded the bases and there were two outs. The ball was hit to pitcher Gavin Oswald, who alertly threw it catcher Michael Bard for a force out to end the game.

••• The Chesterfield-based Missouri Chargers played in the Cooperstown (N.Y.) Dreams Park Tournament for 12 years old and under.

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The Chargers were seeded as high as No. 8 prior to getting beat by the Huntsville (Ala.) Baseball Club in a lopsided 13-2 loss. That put the Chargers at No. 33 out of 104 teams. The Chargers won two more games and were eliminated by the North Florida Hurricanes 7-3. The clubs were tied 3-3 in the bottom of the fifth when the Hurricanes took the lead on a grand slam.

Huntsville won the tournament championship.

The Chargers’ overall record was 6-3 and they outscored our opponents 74-42 in the nine games and came one game shy of making the Sweet 16.

“More than anything, the players really matured in the game because it was a solid week of nothing but baseball, living in a barrack with their teammates and coaches,

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The Missouri Chargers (back row, from left): Brendan Briggs, Wade Stauss, Mason Mitchell, Jackson Bartholomew, Kory Brubaker, Blake Stricker, Daulton Sweeten and (front row, from left) Jake Mitchell, Douglas Karl, Mike Hellmann, Justin Schreiner, Jacob Brand and Donovan Ditto.

all within the storybook setting of Cooperstown,” said Coach Tom Mitchell. “It was a great experience.”

Mitchell said his squad had one tournament left to play before ending its 12U season and moving to 13U this fall and in 2012.

••• Top level international baseball teams from Japan, Australia and Europe are making their way to the heart of West County this summer to compete against the very best players from the area in the Kenko International Baseball Tournament, which will be held from Aug. 1-11 at the Ellisville Athletic Association, 2301 Westhills Park Drive, Ellisville.

Opening ceremonies are on Aug. 2.

Competitive tournament games will be played on Aug. 3, 4 and 6 with exhibition “Friendship Games” to follow on Aug. 7.

The action-packed week of international sportsmanship will conclude with the closing ceremonies on Aug. 7. The event is open to the public and admission is free.

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Women’s amateur golf Seven-time Missouri Women’s Golf Association (MGWA) champion Ellen Port finished third this year in the annual championship that was played at Bellerive Country Club.

Parkway West graduate Catherine Dolan, a senior at Missouri State, won the championship this year.

Port went away with the Bernice Edlund Award for the year.

Ginny Orthwein, the 2010 MWGA Bernice Edlund Award recipient, presented Port with the award, which is presented annually to an individual who has promoted the aims of the MWGA and has set an ideal standard of conduct during tournaments by her devotion and application to golf; her demeanor and appearance on the golf course; her strict observance of the rules and etiquette of the game; and her

high degree of sportsmanship.

Orthwein read the list of lifelong accomplishments of Port.

In her emotional acceptance speech, Port said: “I give thanks every day for the blessings I have received from golf. I am so lucky to have had the support of my family and my Lord to play this game that I love.”

A standing ovation in appreciation of Port’s stellar golf career and sportsmanship finished the ceremony and the MWGA’s 73rd Women’s Amateur Championship.

Port hits a personal milestone this fall; she will turn 50 on Sept. 21. Her birthday caused her to miss playing in the USGA Senior Women’s open by a week.

“The real bummer is it is being played on at my all-time favorite venue – The Honors Course in Chattanooga,” Port said. “That was where I played in my first U.S. Curtis Cup competition.”

The Mid-Amateur, which Port has won three times, will be held Sept. 17-22 at the Shadow Hawk Golf Club in Richmond, Texas.

“That is probably my favorite of all the events,” Port said. “I am hoping for one more win before I turn 50. That would be some kind of birthday present.”

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Missouri ranks 11th in nation in obesity: Why, and what can we do about it?

By CAROL ENRIGHT When HBO commentator Larry Merchant was in town June 25 for the Devon Alexander-Lucas Matthysse fight, he was asked about the state of the heavyweight division.

“We went out to the ballpark the other night to watch the Cardinals play,” Merchant said. “We saw a lot of heavyweight fans. Those corn-fed Midwesterners looked like offensive linemen.”

Merchant’s comments about the size of Missourians were not complimentary, but they were certainly timely in light of a report released July 7 ranking Missouri 11th in the nation in obesity. “F as in Fat: How Obesity Threatens America’s Future 2011,” put out by Trust for America’s Health and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, shows Missouri’s obesity rate at 30.3 percent, making it one of 12 states with an obesity rate higher than 30 percent. Colorado has the lowest obesity rate at 19.8 percent, which 15 years ago would have made it the fattest state in the nation.

How big is the problem?

Missouri’s combined obesity and overweight rate is 65.9 percent. That means that nearly two out of three Show-Me-State residents have too much to show. Ten years ago, that combined rate was just more than 57 percent.

“Over the last 15 years, I’ve just seen a rapid increase in the obesity epidemic in this country,” Dr. Darin Minkin, medical director of Des Peres Hospital’s MyNewSelf Surgical Weight Loss Program, said.

“More than two-thirds of the states in the United States have 20 to 30 percent population of obesity – and that’s been increasing. We don’t see this trend really stopping in the near future.

“When I first stated giving my seminars (on weight-loss surgery) … the No. 1 preventable cause of death in this country was tobacco use. About three years ago, obesity became No. 2. About a year and a half ago, obesity passed up tobacco use as the No. 1 preventable cause of death in this country.”

Why are we so fat?

“Obesity is a multi-factorial disease. It’s a combination of things. It’s not simply a factor of genetics. It’s not simply a factor of a patient eating too much,” Minkin said.

Minkin points to an increasingly sedentary lifestyle, the proliferation of processed and fast foods, and more women joining the workforce in the past two decades.

This busy lifestyle

“leads to eating quick meals – which often aren’t as healthy – and eating on the run and not having any time to be physically active,” he said.

According to Rick Stein, Ph.D, behavioral director of the Washington University Weight Management Program, “It all boils down to calories.”

“Americans are drinking more sugarsweetened beverages,” Stein said. “We’re eating more fast food. We’re eating bigger portions. And all those things lead to a lot of extra calories.”

The “F as in Fat” report supports Stein’s assessment of America’s unhealthy diet, citing a greater consumption of lownutrient, energy-dense foods; an increased caloric intake – adults consumed about 300 more calories per day in 2008 than they did in 1985; the ballooning of meal portions; and less cooking at home.

Food versus fitness So what is more important: food, or fitness?

“Exercise is great for general health,” Stein said. “But, mostly, if you’re gaining weight, you’re gaining weight because you’re taking in too many calories.”

Stein said people who start an exercise program often overestimate how many calories they have burned and overcompensate by eating more.

“You can out-eat exercise very quickly and easily,” he said. “In the five minutes of eating a donut, you can undo a lot of time of exercise.”

Minkin gives equal weight to a decrease in physical activity, and statistics back him up.

According to the report, more than 25 percent of U.S. adults do not do any leisure-time physical activity, such as running, calisthenics, golf or walking. Sixty percent of adults do not exercise enough

to gain any health benefits. Compounding the problem is an increased use of cars to run short errands, coupled with a decrease in biking, walking and doing physical work such as household chores.

What role do genetics play?

“Virtually always, there is at least severe obesity on one side of the family, and in many cases, it’s on both sides of the family.

So we know that there’s definitely a genetic predisposition,” Minkin said. “Whether or not there’s a specific fat gene or a cluster of obesity genes, that’s a pretty hot area of research right now.”

Stein agrees that genetics are a factor, but said they should not be viewed as a barrier to weight loss.

“I wouldn’t say there are people who simply can’t lose weight because of their genetics. It may be harder. They may have to fight it more. But if they reduce their calories, they will lose weight,” he said.

Tips to trim down Education is key to addressing the obesity problem, Minkin said.

“I think we need to start educating kids and educating parents so that we can stop this vicious cycle,” he said. “A lot of these kids are … born into that obesity spiral because they’re just taught to eat the wrong things and not live a healthy lifestyle.”

Stein tells his patients to “keep track of what you eat.”

“There’s evidence that people way underestimate the number of calories that they have,” he said.

But he cautions dieters not to be so restrictive that they feel deprived and end up going out and eating extra calories.

Approaching weight-loss with a healthy mindset and realistic goals is important, too.

“Often, people on a weightmanagement program go into sort of an all-or-none thinking pattern,” Stein said.

He gives the example of the person who, after eating a piece of cake on Monday, decides that since they have “already blown it for the week,” they will just start again on Monday.

For most people, Stein said, “Monday never happens.”

Another key to success is setting reasonable weight-loss goals.

“Sometimes, people see ‘The Biggest Loser’… and people are losing 10 pounds a week,” he said. “For most people, that’s not going to be a realistic amount of weight loss.”

If an adult loses one pound a week, “they’re doing great,” Stein said. One pounds equals 3,500 calories. So adults who reduce their calories by 500 a day over seven days can lose one pound per week.

For children, Stein recommends reducing calories by 250 per day for a half-pound weekly weight loss.

Stein also counsels patients to set up their homes and offices as a “safe zone.”

“I think there’s a misconception that if you just have willpower you can have five pounds of ice cream in your freezer,” he said. “The best way is to set up your environment so that it’s not tempting you to eat foods you’re trying not to eat.”

When all else fails When diet and exercise are not enough, weight-loss surgery can be a viable option.

About 220,000 people with morbid obesity in the U.S. had bariatric, or weight-loss, surgery in 2008, according to the American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). But it is not for everyone.

Candidates for bariatric surgery must have a body mass index (BMI – see sidebar) of at least 40, or a minimum BMI of 35 with an obesity-related disease such as Type 2 diabetes, heart disease or sleep apnea.

“If they meet those criteria, they also have to have tried diet, exercise, non-surgical weight-loss means and not have long-term success,” Minkin said.

Minkin added that most insurance companies cover bariatric surgery, because it makes economic sense. According to the “F as in Fat” report, obesity-related medical costs total $147 billion annually and obese people spend 42 percent more on health care costs than people at a healthy weight.

“We’ve done several studies that show that the average morbidly obese person – compared to someone of their same age and same height, but at a normal weight – spends about $15,000 to $17,000 per year on expenses directly related to

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Since founding the bariatric surgery program at Des Peres Hospital seven years ago, Minkin has seen an escalating demand for weight loss surgeries. He gave three reasons for their rise in popularity: an increasing number of people who meet the morbidly obese criteria; safer, less-invasive

operations; and primary care physicians and specialists recognizing the value of the surgery for patients whose obesity contributes to health ailments.

Minkin concluded that people turn to surgery because “nothing else was really working for these patients to give them permanent, significant weight loss.”

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Adults with a BMI of 30 or greater are “obese.”

But BMI is not a perfect measurement for all populations: Athletes: BMI does not distinguish between fat and muscle. People with a lot of lean muscle may have a high BMI, but not an unhealthy level of fat.

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••• Rabbi Brigitte S. Rosenberg at a special Shabbat service on Nov. 11 will be installed as senior rabbi of United Hebrew Congregation in Chesterfield. Rosen- Rosenberg berg was named senior rabbi in Nov. 2010 and assumed her new responsibilities on July 1.

Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital has won seven Professional Research Consultants (PRC) awards for excelling in patient care.

PRC recognizes health care providers that put patient service first and build upon the previous year’s patient satisfaction scores.

Services that scored in the top 10 percent of the national client database for the prior calendar year earned 5-Star Awards, while those scoring in the top 25 percent earned 4-Star Awards. Awards are based on the percentage of patients who rate the facility or unit “Excellent” for Overall Quality of Care.

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••• St. Luke’s Hospital in Chesterfield has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for certification as a Primary Stroke Center. To achieve the certification, which recognizes centers that make exceptional efforts to improve results for patients with stroke, St. Luke’s successfully completed an on-site evaluation and

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$ Circle Of Concern volunteer Matt Thacker stands at the organization’s bare shelves.

Circle Of Concern experiences record demand “In more than 25 years of running pantries, I’ve never experienced a summer like this,” Circle Of Concern Director Glenn Koenen said. “The combination of extreme heat, extreme need among struggling families and extreme want for donations is really straining this community. At Circle, we have great big holes in our warehouse just as the number of families coming to us for food is at an all-time high.”

Koenen on July 18 reported that the Valley Park food pantry was completely out of several food staples, including: • Canned fruit • Spaghetti sauce • Jelly • Peanut butter • Canned pasta • Dry soup/noodles As of July 15, Circle already had fed more people in 2011 than it fed in all of 2006. By the end of this month, the charity will have fed more people than the 13,300 fed in 2007.

“We’re on track to feed 26,000 people this year,” Koenen said. “Since we share

at least a week’s worth of food with each person, we’ll distribute food for at least 546,000 meals in 2011.”

There are multiple reasons for the current depletion of the pantry’s shelves. Demand for food always spikes during the summer as families try to replace the free meals kids get at school, and the number of struggling families continues to grow.

“From what we’re hearing from people coming to Circle, retail and construction workers are still getting a lot a partial paychecks,” Koenen said. “Many people who had full-time jobs now work ‘as needed.’

High utility bills due to the extreme weather are also pushing many senior citizens and others on fixed incomes to need help.”

Food can be dropped off at Circle Of Concern, 112 St. Louis Ave. in Valley Park, weekdays till 4 p.m. and on Saturday mornings.

Gifts to use for purchasing food can be sent to: Circle Of Concern, P.O. Box 444, Valley Park, MO 63088.

For more information, call 861-2623 or visit circleofconcern.org.

Little Gym seeks new life in Ellisville

By TED DIXON JR. After closing its Ballwin site in March, the owner of The Little Gym of West County, Mark Landis, is seeking to give his business a larger life at a new location in Ellisville.

The Little Gym, which offers gymnastic and karate classes and child development for kids 4 months to 12 years old, is looking to expand its operation by opening a facility at 15825 Manchester Road.

The gym also has locations in Creve Coeur and Fenton. Its Ballwin site closed after 16 years of operation due to low enrollment and difficulty in keeping up the $5,340 monthly payments for the 4,800-square-foot gym.

Joel Johnson, who spoke on behalf of

The Little Gym, said most of the company’s gyms are between 3,000 and 4,000-squarefeet in size. The proposed Ellisville site would be approximately 3,200 square feet, which would be more to their liking.

Johnson, who would operate the Ellisville location, said once the center opens in late August, he expects enrollment to be between 250-300 kids. He hopes for more as expansion takes place in Ellisville.

“I would like to gain 700-800 members in that location,” Johnson said. “We’re excited to be in the city of Ellisville.”

He said the gym would be open from 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. seven days a week.

The Ellisville City Council is expected to vote on the proposal at it next meeting, Aug. 17.

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Celebrating Missouri’s homegrown tomatoes Gourmets rank them tops in the nation

By SUZANNE CORBETT Tomato lovers rejoice: Missouri’s tomato crop has arrived. And in spite of the area’s dry, hot conditions, this year’s harvest is yielding an extraordinary variety of tomatoes.

“Some tomatoes are works of art,” said Chaumette Vineyards & Winery owner Hank Johnson, who sponsored one of the area’s first tomato festivals. “Tomatoes come in all colors; some are even striped, speckled and polka-dotted.”

While tomatoes grow in a rainbow of colors from the humble salad tomato to more exotic heirloom varieties, these summer fruits are more than a feast for the eyes. Missouri’s tomatoes are rated astonishingly high on flavor, which has gained them a No. 1 ranking among the nation’s gourmets. According to experts, that is because of the “terroir” – the term given to the characteristics created by an area’s soil, climate and growing techniques that contribute to quality and taste.

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A portion of the proceeds from the sale of works benefits the St. Louis Confluence Riverkeeper organization. Selected artists include Billyo O’Donnell, Bryan Haynes, Joseph Orr, James Godwin Scott and Catherine Mahoney. Starting early in the year and continuing through the summer, the artists capture the rivers in plein air in a variety of settings. Visit kodnergallery. com.

BENEFITS The second annual Wings of Hope Hope Floats Cardboard Boat Race is at 10 a.m. on Sat., July 30 at Grand Basin in Forest Park. Proceeds benefit the Chesterfieldbased Medical Relief and Air Transport program for children. The race is open to anyone aged 10 or older. Visit wingsofhope-boatrace.org or call 537-1302.

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••• The Pedaling for Pooches Bike-a-thon is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (rain or shine) on Sat., Aug. 6 at Route 66 State Park (97 N. Outer Road E, No. 1, in Eureka). Entry is $10 and proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Missouri. A pet adoption station is provided by The Pet Doctor to the Rescue.

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••• Support Dogs, Inc. hosts a trivia night at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.) on Sat., Aug. 6, at the Moolah Temple (12545 Fee Fee Road in Maryland Heights). A silent auction, prizes and beverages are featured.

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••• The Saint Louis Crisis Nursery’s Celebrity Waitresses’ and Waiters’ Night is from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Thurs., Aug. 18 at Plaza Frontenac. Participating restaurants include Cardwell’s at the Plaza, Canyon Café, Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Brio Tuscan Grill. Among the celebrities are John Knicely, David Kowach, Sen. Maria Chappelle-Nadal, Bill Sied-

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••• The inaugural VJ Mancuso Memorial Fund Trivia Night is at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.) on Sat., Aug. 20, at Temple Israel in Creve Coeur. VJ Mancuso died last year of hypo-plastic left heart syndrome, a congenital heart defect. Courtney Landrom of Y98/ Phillips and Company will host.

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••• The second annual Run to Remember is 8 a.m. on Sat., Sept. 10, at the Wildwood Town Center, at the corner of Fountain Place and Plaza Drive. The run honors those who died on Sept. 11, 2001. The 5K goes through the city of Wildwood, including through the apparatus room of Metro West Fire Station No. 3. There is also a 1-mile walk. Proceeds benefit the BackStoppers

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FAMILY AND KIDS American Heritage Girls parent information session meetings are at 7 p.m. on Wednesdays, July 27 and Aug. 10 at St. John Lutheran School, room 170. The Christ-centered troop is for girls from kindergarten through high school and encourages family involvement. Visit ahgonline. org or email Jody at kjtoken@gmail.com.

••• The Ellisville Community Farmer’s Market is from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursdays at Bluebird Park on Kiefer Creek Road. Locally prepared food by PM BBQ, ChaCha Chow Truck, Chef Timothy Grandinetti of Clarksville Station, Sarah’s Cupcakes and more are available. Community concerts follow the market. For details contact Rene Sackett at (314) 435-9445 or email rene@ellisvilleframersmarket.org.

••• The Chesterfield Department of Parks and Recreation hosts a free showing of “Toy Story 3” at dusk on Fri., Aug. 5 at the Chesterfield Amphitheater. Visit chesterfield.mo.us.

••• The Eureka Parks and Recreation Department hosts a showing of “Toy Story 3” at 8:45 p.m. (back to school bash is at 7:30 p.m.) on Fri., Aug. 5 on the lawn of City Hall. Admission is free. Call 938-6775.

••• The city of Wildwood hosts a movie night at 8:45 p.m. on Fri., Aug. 12 at the Town Center Plaza. There is a free showing of “Wall-E” with complimentary kettle corn, Kona ice, soda and water. Visit cityofwildwood.com.

LIVE PERFORMANCES The city of Ballwin presents a concert by MUSYC from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Wed., July 27 at New Ballwin Park. Admission is free. Visit ballwin.mo.us.

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by The Ralph Butler Band at 7 p.m. on Thurs., July 28 at Bluebird Park. Admission is free. Visit ellisville.mo.us.

••• Incarnate Word Act II Players present the comedy “Nunsense” at 8 p.m. on Fri. and Sat., July 29 and 30 and at 2 p.m. on Sun., July 31 in the Incarnate Word gym in Chesterfield. Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door. Call Mary at (314) 5765366, ext. 48 for details.

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concert at 7 p.m. on Sat., July 30 at the Chesterfield Amphitheater. Visit chesterfield.mo.us.

••• The Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce presents a concert featuring Sound Judgment from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Tues., Aug. 2 at Faust Park. The concert is free and concessions are available for purchase.

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••• The city of Ellisville presents Klose ‘Nuff in concert at 7 p.m. on Thurs., Aug. 4 at Bluebird Park. Admission is free. Visit ellisville.mo.us.

••• The city of Manchester presents a concert by Well Hungarians at 7 p.m. on Fri., Aug. 5 at Paul A. Schroeder Park. Admission is free. Visit manchestermo.gov.

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••• Global Leadership Summit 2011 is broadcast live from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thurs., Aug. 11 and Friday, Aug. 12 at Living Word United Methodist Church (17315 Manchester Road in Wildwood).

More than 60,000 leaders will gather for the summit, which is broadcast from the Willow Creek campus near Chicago to more than 180 satellite sites across North America. Last year, more than 400 leaders gathered at Living Word for the event.

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••• Chesterfield Arts presents the 2011 Jade G. Bute Adult Writing Contest with entries due by 5 p.m. on Wed., Aug. 24, sent by email to nancy@chesterfieldarts. org. The contest is open to Missouri and Illinois residents aged 18 and older. The genre is non-fiction, and the topic is “A Beginning” – any beginning that transformed the writer’s life and touched him/ her on an emotional level. The entry fee is $10 per entry, and there will be cash awards of $150 for first place, $100 for second place and $50 for third place, plus honorable mention certificates. For rules and specific guidelines, email Bud Hirsch at hirschwrites@sbcglobal.net.

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Midwest Music Central The quest to buy a piano or organ ends at Midwest Music. Manager Bob Gray is there to answer all questions about the purchase. The store sells primarily pianos, organs and digital pianos.

“Midwest and I make the perfect musical match,” said Gray, who is widely known in music retailing as “The Music Man.” Bob Gray began piano lessons at age six, added drums until age 11 and then switched to the cello. In his youth, Gray played with orchestras and symphonies. Gray was the personal pianist for August Busch III, played for all Cardinal functions and in the Cardinal Club until Mark Lamping left.

Gray still performs at receptions, country clubs, events and parties. He specializes in the Big Band era, has a repertoire of more than 1,000 songs from memory and a CD “Stairway to the Stars.”

Having amassed 59 years of experience, Gray wants to share his knowledge with his customers.

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By Suzanne Corbett After 24 years at the family-owned Gianfabio’s, Matt Terzo knows what keeps his customers coming back – good food and value. They can depend on getting a quality dining experience, because his staff goes that extra mile every time.

“I’ve always said we are a can-do restaurant,” Terzo said.

“Whatever our customers want, and if we have the ingredients, we can do it.”

Gianfabio’s’ can-do style and Italian cuisine have recently earned it the Chesterfield People’s Choice Award for Best Italian Restaurant.

“We also placed second behind Annie Gunn’s for Best All-Time Favorite, which we were pretty excited about,” Terzo said.

Well-earned kudos and its years of success are based on Gianfabio’s’ menu, offering an eclectic mix of Italian and continental cuisine, such as Veal Saltinbocca and Escargot, while consisting of more casual fare, such as hand-tossed pizza, as well.

Gianfabio’s recently added many of its signature dishes to its new lunch menu.

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“My goal was to expand our lunch menu and to offer an alternative for business professionals who want to have a working lunch in a quiet atmosphere without being rushed,” Terzo said.

Gianfabio’s’ expanded lunch menu sports a selection of Piattini (small plates), which includes the house specialty, Shrimp Oreganati and Eggplant Parmigiana, and is served with a salad or cup of soup. Pizzas, sandwiches and a dozen luncheon entrees provide a balance for those seeking a hearty mid-day meal.

Successful restaurateurs understand that menus must reflect the changing trends and customer needs, which is why Gianfabio’s Gianfabio’s Italian Cafe in Chesterfield. offers whole wheat and gluten-free pastas on request. While such ingredients are available, calamari and mussels, and Rosario’s classic dish, Penne however, loyal fans can rest assured the recipes Gian- Rosebud, which includes penne, spinach, roasted peppers, fabio’s’ patriarch, Rosario Terzo, originally created are tomatoes and chicken with an olive oil garlic sauce and prepared according to tradition – using the best-flavored seasoned with a touch of oregano. ingredients available.

“Shrimp Oreganati is one of our house specialties that “We’ll never skimp on the quality,” Terzo said. “We use has been on the menu from the beginning,” Terzo said. only the freshest and best ingredients, and anything less “Another favorite in both the café and dining room is our would interfere with the integrity of our recipes.” hand- tossed pizza. People like watching them bake in the Gianfabio’s’ menu hallmark is variety. From its first- flame brick oven.” course items to its house-made desserts, choice is key, as On Tues., Aug. 9, Gianfabio’s celebrates its 24th annidemonstrated by the extensive collection of homemade versary. The secret to its longstanding success is paying pastas. Top sellers that have remained since opening are attention to the details. “It’s the little things that make a the Linguine Tutto Mare, studded with shrimp, clams, difference and set us apart,” Terzo said.

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815 Meramec Station Road

(1 block South of old hwy. 141 & Big Bend)

(636) 225-8737 OPEN DAILY 11:30 am - 11 pm

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$200 Off Any Remodeling Job Over $4,000

When you want it done right the first time...

Bathrooms • Kitchens • Basements Additions • Custom Carpentry Free Estimates G.A. Chott & Associates, Inc.

We’re the place to check out first.

“Excellence In Remodeling Since 1987”

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www.gachott.com Fully Insured/Licensed

The Cleaning Agents, LLC

“We’re Tough On Grime”

1279 Hwy 100 • Wildwood, MO 63069 (636) 451-5107 (Cell:(636) 485-7723) Residential • Commercial • New Construction

DESIGN & REMODELING

Kitchen/Baths/Room Addition

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Basement Finishing Specialist 3 & 4 Season Rooms James Hardie Siding/Vinyl

636-946-6870

Licensed • Bonded Insured • References Free Estimates

www.keimarcontracting.com

NO MORE MOLES!

“Finally, An Affordable Mole Service”

MOLES

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

West

WEGENER ASPHALT PAVING , INC. 31 Years of Professional Service

Paving • Sealing • Excavating

at Reasonable Prices Residential • Commercial • Subdivision Work

Call J.D. At 636-233-4484

D-K Electric

Newsmagazine

Residential- Commercial

New Service- Repair- Remodeling Troubleshooting - Free Estimates

636-458-1559

*Ask about our discounts* Licensed- Bonded- Insured

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

3 q Kitchens & Baths 3 q Wood Rot 3 q Windows/Doors

3 q Drywall repair/Painting 3 q Caulking/Grouting 3 q And much more!

Bonded & Insured/Experienced Employees/ Professional, Safe And Reliable

• • • • •

Tuckpointing • Leafgard • Repairs

(314) 494-7719 F inish & Trim C arpentry C o .

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

Roy Kinder

Master Carpenter #1557 Custom Contractor/Builder

(636) 391-5880

Insured • Satisfaction Guaranteed Since 1979 • www.finishtrim.com

636-391-6905 GOT MOLD? Let us help!

Biotek

Certified Mold Remediation Company Specializing in: • Residential Remediation • Commercial Remediation • Indoor Air Quality

636•887•4384

We do more than sweep chimneys!

“Your Sweep for Life”

Brick Work Camera Evaluation Flue Relining Full Restoration Air Duct Dryer Vent Maintenance

Established in 1979

Free Estimates

www.stl-concrete.com

PLUMBING

Insured • Free Estimates

Call About Chimney ServiCeS Sweeping Tuck Pointing, Chimney Covers Appliance & Fireplace Tuckpointing Liner Specials!

Driveway & Patio

We Come PREPARED!

Squeaky Clean

Call Rich on cell 314.713.1388

Traditional Finishes To Old World Charm

636-530-1663 www.mrhandyman.com

Roofing & gutteRs

Call Today!

Salesperson:

1 Room Or Entire Basement FREE Design Service Finish What You Started As Low As $15 sq. ft.

Professional Painters, Drywall Hangers & Tapers

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314-849-2604 Now Available Proof: Outdoor Fireplaces and Fire Pits

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Fully stocked trucks for expedient repair Quality plumbing repairs Fair • Honest • Reliable Reasonable rates • Licensed Satisfaction Guaranteed Specialists in OLD HOME repair.

T O N Y L AM A R T I N A PLUMBING COMPANY 965-9377 INC. “We want to be your family plumber”

Turn OLD into NEW!

Don’t have the right tool for the job?

Exterior & Interior Doors Kitchen Cabinets Antique to Modern Furniture

The highest quality wood or metal stripping & refinishing services since 1978. Free estimates.

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www.stlrestore.com

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TRIM

TIME

IF YOUR WALLS COULD TALK, THEY’D ASK FOR TRIM!

314 - 650 - 0111

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CROWN - BASE- CASING - WAINSCOT - COFFERS - CEILING BEAMS - STAIRS AND MORE!

REPLACE YOUR ROTTEN EXTERIOR TRIM! NEW PVC MATERIALS LAST 50 YEARS! CALL TRIM TIME TODAY!

HOME PAGES

The Handy Hubby

Built Better to last longer!

Garages • Sheds Playhouses And More

Cedar Staining • Powerwashing

Joseph Dubbs

636-391-6905

The Hubby

BATHROOMS REMODELED

Bi-Specializing S t a t e inCReside on cn tri ael te

Tile & Bath Service, Inc. 25 Years Experience • 14770 Clayton Road • Visit our Showroom

Driveways • Patios • Sidewalks • Porches Steps • Garage Floors • Repair Work Exposed Aggregate • Stamped Concrete

Your Stairs

Replace Old Iron Rails • Upgrade Your Basement Stairs Open Up Existing Stairs • Do-It-Yourself or Let us Install It * FREE D-I-Y Installation Instructions w/Purchase *

Family Owned • Insured • Since 1963

FREE Estimates 314-849-7520

call On a handyman PrOfessiOnal!

Ceiling Fans • Wholehouse Fans Gable Vent Fans • Recessed Lighting

VOP

Mon, Tu, Th, Fri. 12-5; Sat. 10-1; Closed Sun. & Wed.

636.541.0375 • 636.394.2319

Deck Restoration Co.

Our Reputation is Our Guarantee •Kitchens • Baths • Finished Basements • Room Additions • Custom Carpentry

∙ Deck Repair Cleaning Fences, Concrete & Vinyl Siding

When Handyman Quality Just Won't Do.

(314) 581-0099 www.LandDesignStl.com

DUSTIN HANN 636-484-2967

Seabaugh

Commercial

From the Simple....To the Most Extravagant

$1,000.00 Off Must be presented upon initial appointment. Certain stipulations apply.

Thru 5/31/11. Cannot be combined with any other offers.

Many Spring Discounts Available 636-887-4384 www.bdmrestorationinc.com

DON JAMES HANDYMAN SERVICE 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE

FAUCET LEAK TO FULL REMODEL TILE • CARPENTRY • PLUMBING ELECTRICAL • DRYWALL FREE ESTIMATES

636-288-6410 I RETURN ALL CALLS!

Furniture & Decorating Co., Inc

“Professional Tree Service” Certified Arborist on Staff Tree Trimming & Removals • Stump Grinding

Since 1930 Upholstering, Repairing and Refinishing

17322 Manchester Road

20 Years Serving the St. Louis Metropolitan Area Bonded

(636) 230-3626

www.completetrees.com

(636) 458-3809

Insured

NEED ELECTRIC? T.D. DeVeydt Electric L.L.C.

$500 Summer Discount With this ad!

Licensed - Bonded - Insured New Service • Repair • Remodel

Troubleshooting • Upgrade • Back-Up Generators

314-606-8160 Call for a free estimate today!

(314) 510-6400

Call for Free Design Consultation and Estimates

Free Estimates ∙ Over 18 years experience

Residential

Specializing in installation for two story homes with no wiring on first floor.

Landscape Contractors

∙ Mold & Mildew Removal

"No Mess, No Stress"

Decks • Fences • Play Sets • Gazebos Work Guaranteed 17 Years Experience • References Free Estimates 314-452-2204

INSTAllATIoN ProFESSIoNAlS

Professional Landscape Design and Installation Paver Patios • Retaining Walls Water Features • Plantings Landscape Lighting and Repair Update Existing Landscapes

∙ Power Wash ∙ Stain and Seal

BY BRUSH ONLY

Senior Discount Available

THE FAN MAN

Home Repairs • Plumbing • Electrical Carpentry • Painting • Windows & Doors Appliances • Roof Repairs • Decks & More!

CEDAR PRO DECK STAINING

636-394-0315 www.tileandbathservices.com

HanDYMan

ST. LOUIS STAIR & WOOD WORKS

Visit our showroom in the Maplewood Area!

7156 Manchester • (314) 644-2625 • www.stlouisstair.com

8a.m. - 7 p.m

(314) 623-7066

“Water Damaged Showers a Specialty” Tub/Shower Conversions

Tear Out & R eplacement

636-916-3677

No Job is too small!

SHOWERS REBUILT

D R IVEWAYS PATI O S & M O R E Profe s s i o n a l Wo rk m a n s h ip

www.ClassicOutdoorSales.com

Re model

Painting

“A handy man service”

Painting Tile Work Plumbing Electrical Carpentry Full Remodels

Custom-Designed & Built Decks • Porches • Gazebos

(636) 227-0800 www.archadeck.com FREE ESTIMATES

Top Gunn Deck & Fence Revival Top Gunn Home Improvements

WE DO IT ALL!

• Powerwash/Stain • Decks - Fences • Interior/Exterior Paint • Install/Repair Decks - Fences Concrete Work • Full Remodeling

Deckrevival@aol.com

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WEST claSSifiEdS Assisted Care A preferred home care choice since 1987. College degreed professionals provide care/ companionship. Why accept less?

Competitively priced options.

Care managers and clinical staff available. Bonded & insured.

AAA screened. Call Gretchen at StaffLink (314) 477-3434 www.

StafflinkusaT.com

Cleaning Service

Flooring

Hauling

Help Wanted

Home Improvement

XTREME CARPET CLEAN

CARPET REPAIRS

J & J HAULING

• Carpet Cleaning • Spot/Stain, pet odor removal • UpholStery & mattreSS Cleaning Carpet restretChing & repairs Call now for free Carpet Cleaning speCial

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

314-680-6860

(314) 892-1003

Part-time Medical Office Assistant in West County area.

Healthy, positive working envirnoment. Accounts receivable, Quickbooks, Microsoft Office experience a plus. Qualified applicants email barb@pedsinc.com.

THE WORKS Home maintenance repair, electric, carpentry, plumbing, painting & plastering, ceramic tile & backsplash, hardwood flooring, pressure washing & sealing, assembly and more. No jobs too small or large. 25 yrs experience.

FREE ESTIMATES Call Bill at (636) 391-7548 or (314) 452-6554.

www.xtreme-CarpetClean.Com

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

KEEPING IT CLEAN

Our work is guantreed.

Flexible cleaning schedules, move-in/ move-out cleaning, residential & commercial cleans. Bonded, insured, screened employees. petfriendly. Discounts for seniors and new customers! FREE Personalized estimates.

Call 314-852-9787 KeepingItClean.biz

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

Automotive

I BUY

RUNNING USED CARS Get More Money Than A Tax Deduction

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

Classifieds

636.591.0010 Accounting

CPA Firm For SmAll BuSineSSeS

Affordable Accounting, Tax, Payroll & Guidance Solutions

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

CLEAN AS A WHISTLE Weekly, Bi-Weekly, Monthly Move in & Move Out

AFFORDABLE PRICING $10 OFF New Clients

Your Satisfaction is Our Goal Insured & Bonded

WOOD FLOOR REFINISHING Add instant equity to your home Professional Floors of St. Louis 25 year old fully insured company serving entire metro community Sanding, refinishing, repairs, new installation, most manufacturers available.

Free estimates 314-843-4348 profloorstl.com

For Rent Destin Florida Area. Beautiful 3 bed, 3 bath condo or home, Gated Gulf Front community.

Includes beach front cabana, 3 pools, tennis courts & more.

Call for Special Spring/summer rates and availability. To view pictures please go to www.vrbo.com /127089 or /148365. For Additional info Call 314-922-8344.

Garage Services WEST COUNTY GARAGE DOOR SERVICE Proudly serv-

ing West County since 1980.

Springs, cables, electric openers.

Door replacement. Evening & weekend service available. Call 636-388-9774

Call 314-426-3838

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

For Sale

Hauling

Furniture: Henry Link Bedroom Set includes corner desk, six chests of drawers 30" tall. Light cream with rattan theme. $350.

636-778-9125.

Skips Hauling & demolition!

Business Opportunity Is ECO friendly important to you? Do green products and natural ingredients sound like an interesting home business? We were green when it was just a color! 25 yrs old, no mlm, inventory or overpriced junk. Let’s Talk 636-234-4911.

Serving the Bi-State Area including St. Charles County.

Appliances, furniture, debris, construction/ rubble, yard waste, excavating & demolition! 10, 15 and 20 cubic yard rolloff dumpsters. All type clean outs & hauling! Affordable, dependable and available! No conditions! 20 yrs. service.

Toll free 1-888-STl-JUNK (888-785-5865) or 314-644-1948

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

Classifieds

636.591.0010 Help Wanted Medical Assistant: Dermatology practice, multi-physician, high patient volume in Chesterfield, is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant, 32-40 hrs/week w/ benefits, will train new MA graduates, experience with electronic medical records a plus. Email: jshea@westcoderm. com.

The West County Family Y is now accepting applications for Group Leaders and Site Directors for the before and after school program in the Parkway School District. Hours vary from 6:30 - 9:00 am and 2:00 to 6:00pm Monday - Friday. Great job for college students!

Pay starts at $8 per hr. and includes free YMCA membership!

Applications accepted now until August 5th at the West County Family YMCA in Chesterfield. Contact Christine Grant at cgrant@ymcastlouis. org for more information. Must be 18 to apply and pass a criminal background screening. EOE M/F/D/V.

State- of-the-ar t, mixed animal hospital in beautiful Wildwood seeks an outgoing, highly motivated receptionist with exceptional people skills to join our reception team. This position requires at least 1 year experience as a veterinary receptionist. Responsibilities include data entry, filing, answering phones, assisting our health care team, and most importantly, assisting our clients and patients with friendliness and concern. Salary is commensurate with experience. If you are interested in a rewarding career in animal health care, please email your resume in a pdf format: fxcrktech@yahoo.com.

Acting/Modeling Opportunity

Ever thought of you or your child appearing in print ads, commercials, TV/films?

Our Agency develops, markets & places people ages 3mos. thru adults Accepting applications for all sizes & heights

Beginners welcome!

Images Agency

Since 1988 • State Licensed

Apply Online at

StlCastingCall.com

MERLE NORMAN COSMETICS NOW HIRING

Hourly wage PLUS commission.

Generous employee discount. Parttime, NO evenings. Call for an interview. 115 Baxter Shops.

Manchester & Baxter Rds.

636-394-3945

Celebrating 80th Year

P O W E R WA S H S O LU T I O N S House Wash: One story includes vinyl siding, soffit, facia, gutters exterior, up to 1800sf for $135.

Two story up to 2500sf for $175.

Call 636-675-1850. www.pwsno1.com.

All Products Made in USA

Classifieds 636.591.0010

Home Improvement

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

Over 25 years experience

Call 314-283-1760

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.

Don's Handyman - Services PLUS For all repairs & remodeling needs. Over 25 years experience.

FREE estimates. Call Don 7 days a week 314-581-7485.

Total Bathroom Remodeling Cabinetry•Plumbing•Electrical 20 Years Experience

HOME MAINTENANCE

SOLUTIONS

Repairs • Installations Improvements • Hauling • Mulching

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

call 636-236-8784

Room For Change STL, LLC Staging your home before listing may be one of the greatest returns on investment today!

Costs less than a price reduction!

Redesign is the cost effective alternative to traditional interior decorating.

Call today for an estimate

314-677-4005

Handyman Minor Repairs, Carpentry, Electrical, Painting, FREE Estimates, West County Area

(636) 227-1173

No Excuses For A Dirty House!

************ 2009 Prices At DIRT CHEAP POWER WASH 1 Story Ranch Homes Power Washed For Only $95.00!

Call Mike Today

314.378.9064 We Also Clean And Stain Decks/Fences!

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LUIS GODINA

Lawn Mowing & Maintenance

CLEAN-UP! Trim Bushes • Mulch Sodding

314-365-7524

Lawn/ Landscaping

Painting Services

Valley Landscape Co. Mowing, leaf removal, mulching, tree & brush removal, stump removal, trimming, planting, garden tilling, and gutter cleaning! (636) 458-8234

A & B Painting - Residential painting services. Quality work - Reasonable Rates. Free Estimates. Call 314-540-7303.

KEViN'S PaiNT SERVicE Expert & Professional. New & old house interior/ exterior painting, drywall & acoustical ceiling repair. 25 years painting experience.

Low rates/ Free Estimates. call Kevin 636-322-9784

10% DISCOUNT* on all bids accepted before August 31, 2011

Retaining Walls!

Concrete/Flatwork • Paver Patios

Planting & Plant Removal. Free Estimates. Insured.

dUNN'S laNdScaPiNG 636-337-7758 Mike's Lawn Service Dependable, Responsible Mowing, shrub trimming, mulch, spring yard clean-up Seeding/ Fertilzation References

Call 636-346-9704

M I E N E R LANDSCAPING

Spring Clean-Up! Rock walls, patios, pruning, chainsaw work, e tc. Fr iendl y ser vice, with attention to detail.

C a l l T o m 636.938.9874

Landscaping/Lawn Service Lawn Maintenance, Fertilizing, Mulch, Retaining Walls Landscape Design, and Installation Call for a FREE Estimate. ittle Joe's awn and andscape

314.941.1851 Serving West County Since 1989

Mulching • Lawn Mowing & Fertilization • Retaining Walls & Paver Patios

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

Fast Free Estimates (636) 296-5050

• Retaining Walls • Paver Patios • Mulch • Professional Lawn Mowing 1st Cut FREE with 1yr agreement!

Free Estimate

314-280-2779

TWO FREE CUTS

with any seasonal agreement thru June 30th!

Call Chesterfield resident, DENNIS at (314) 591-2787

Professional Outdoor Services

636.591.0010 •Retaining Walls •Driveways •Walks •Concrete & Pavers •Sod •Hauling •Mulch •Topsoil •Rock •Decorative Rock •Bobcat Work •Grading •Drainage •Erosion •Pool Fill-Ins Specializing in Retaining Walls and Paver Patios

314-849-5387

Fully Insured • Free Estimates • Residential & Commercial Member of the Better Business Bureau

636-466-2050

UNDERWOOD LANDSCAPING

Lawn Care & Installation.

Bobcat Services

Family Owned & Operated.

10+ years experience.

Fully Insured.

Call Ron 636-299-3904

DON ' T BR EAK Y O U R BA C K !

LOST LOST: Prescription sunglasses.

Color: tortoise shell with alligator emblem on arms - at Walgreens on corner of Long Road and Chesterfield Airport Rd. in Chesterfield Valley. REWARD. 636-778-0076.

LOST DOG 25 lb. golden mix

Wildwood area 314-368-3690

Moving & Storage ABC Moving & Storage, Inc in Chesterfield. Residential, commercial, corporate Relocations.

Local/Long Distance moving from a simple piece or multiple truckloads. We do it all! Custom packaging & crating. Call today for a FREE ESTIMATE (636) 532-1300.

636.591.0010 Painting Services Complete Lawn Maintenence for Commerical & Residential Leaf Clean Up, Leaf Vacuuming, Aeration, Overseeding, Seeding, Fertilizing, Sodding, Mowing, Spraying, Weeding, Pruning, Trimming, Planting, Brush Removal, Edging, Mulching, Retaining Walls, Paver Patios & Draining Work

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

Call 314-426-8833

I LOVE TO PAINT!!

Professional Painting Wall & Ceiling Combo Special!

• Paints, Glazes and More • • Cabinetry & Furniture Too • • Affordable Quality •

DON’T PAY MORE!!

Free Estimates

David (314) 732-FAUX (3289)

We Use Environmentally Friendly - NO VOC Paints

Total Landscape Makeovers!

One-Time Service by

Drywall Cracks Repair Wood Trim Repair Masonite Replacement Exterior/Interior Specials

Landscaping & Power Washing

FREE Estimates

BRUcE & SON

636-322-9011

DECK STAINING

BY BRUSH ONLY 314-852-5467

PA I N T I N g 3 rooms $490 includes paint Call Today

314-651-0261 since 1992

Kohn's Kohn's

636-230-0185

Prayer

West Home Petcare

Holy Spirit, you who make me see everything and show me the way to reach my ideals. Give me the divine gift to forgive and forget them all who have done wrong to me. I, in short dialogue, want to thank you in everything and confirm once more that I never want to be separated from you no matter how great the material desires may be. I want to be with you and my beloved one in our perpetual glory.

Thanks for favors.

Pray this prayer for three consecutive days without asking for wish. After third day, wish will be granted no matter how difficult. Promise to publish this dialogue as soon as your favor has been granted.

C.S.O.

Loving pet care in your home!

Vacation? Complete Pet Care at home. Insured. Keep your pet happy while you're away!

Call 636-288-6659

Wags to Riches

Full Service Mobile Grooming Spa on Wheels.

We offer: Pet/show clips, aroma therapy baths, nail clipping and grinding, teeth cleaning, high velocity drying & more! We come to you any day of the week at anytime.

For the pampering your pet deserves, call

636-980-7040

Yucko’s

POOP SCOOP’N SERVICE

314-770-1500 www.yuckos .com

Interior

Call Ellen in Classifieds

Exterior

636.591.0010

and

314-837-4432 • 314-954-4432

Specialize in SHUTTERS

Strip/Hang Wallpaper • References FREE Estimates • Insured • 20 yrs. Experience Gary Smith

Painting & RePaiR

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

25 years experience Fully Insured • Owner/Operator

Call Gary 314-805-7005

Interior and Exterior Painting Power Washing

FULLY INSURED

636-527-2501 Jim's Paint & Trim Service Interior & Exterior painting, crown and decorative moulding, wallpaper removal, texturing, drywall and rotten wood repair. Call 636778-9013 A-1 Custom Painting & Wallpapering

We handle your design needs, professionally trained. Faux finishes, texturing, marbling, graining. Interior & exterior, insured, FREE estimates. All work done by owner. 26 years experience. Call Ken or Hugo at 636-274-2922 or 314-640-4085

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 636352-0129

Novena To The Holy Spirit

ST. JUDE NOVENA

May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever.

Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us. St. Jude, Worker of Miracles, pray for us.

St. Jude, Help of the Hopeless, pray for us. Say prayer nine times a day; by the 8th day prayer will be answered.

Say it for nine days. Then publish.

Your prayers will be answered. It has never been known to fail. Thank you, St. Jude__KSD

Recycling WE BUY SCRAP METAL

Email: classifieds@ newsmagazinenetwork.com

Copper, Alum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Lead & Car Batteries.

FREE drop-off for steel, vinyl & cardboard.

Piano Lessons

25 Truitt Dr., Eureka, MO 63025

PIANO LESSONS: Masters Degree in Composition w/ Piano major, 5 yrs. in Europe, 30 yrs. teaching experience, all ages. Taught music theory and piano at college level.

Manchester & Strecker. Call Arthur 636-458-0095

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Plumbing www.stlouishousepainters.com

CLaSSifiedS

SPRING CLEAN-UP

*Mowing and Fertilization *Landscape Installation & Retaining Walls *Brush Pruning & Clearing

636-699-5189

ClaSSifiedS

SHEARN LANDSCAPING Spring Clean Up! Seasonal Lawn Maintenance!

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

Pet Services

Open M-Sat 9-5.

EarthboundRecycling.com

Roofing

Roof Doc SAINT LOUIS

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

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

Roof Repair & Replacement Specialist

Call for a FREE Estimate

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Benefit from the satisfaction gained by helping local people and promoting peace throughout the world.

• A& P Mechanics: 8 hours/week • Development Administrator: general office skills – 12 hours/week • Facility Administrator: oversee maintenance of existing facility, grounds and equipment – 12 hours/week • Hangar Administrator: maintain computer-based FAA paperwork systems –25 to 30 hours/week • Social Media Coordinator/Webmaster: maintain internet presence on FB, YouTube and W-O-H website – 8 hours/week International Headquarters located at Spirit of St. Louis Airport in Chesterfield, MO.

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JULY 27, 2011 WEST NEWSMAGAZINE

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Country Life ACres 16 Country Life Acres • $1,225,000 Almost four acres in the gated village of Country Life Acres just begins to describe this beautiful setting. Georgian style manse with tons of charm.

Perfect for horse lovers. Now offered below appraised value!

13422 Clayton Rd. • Suite 207A Town & Country, MO. 63131 314-993-4488 www.blueribbonrealtor.com

For Sale By owner

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721 Silver Fox Lane - Labadie - $249,000 4 BR, 3 BA, 5 Acres, Barn MLS # 11022046

BBQ Lunch 9 Golf 9 Beer 9 Appetizers 9 Prizes 9 Silent Auction Call Jeanne Hunsaker or Terri Rea ~ 636-532-0200 for more information 16727 Kehrsgrove Drive Chesterfield • $550,000 Loads of updates!! NEW carpet, stainless appliances and MUCH MORE!!! Lots of space, 5+ Bedrooms, GREAT Lot!

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Candy Citrin -314-518-0675

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120 Chesterfield Bluffs Drive Chesterfield • $335,000

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3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, end unit villa. Pool, clubhouse.

Great Location!

Cathy Alban

Cathy Alban ~ 314-882-4525 Joyce Ugarte ~ 636-368-7254

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636.591.0010 200 Timber Trace - St. Albans - $419,900 Fabulous 3bd , mstr on main, bonus rm over gar, corner lot. 3C garage. You won’t do better than this in St. Albans.

MLS # 11028995

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• 2 story, 3 bedroom, 2.5 baths • Walkout, carpeted basement with custom window • Vaulted master bedroom incl. walk-in closet, private bath and high ledge with socket (great for flat screen TVs) • Designer deck that offers great views in all seasons • 2 entrances from the 2 car garage • New Vinyl siding with fascia and soffits • 2 attics • Tiled baths and entry foyer • Kitchen inc. breakfast bar, 2 pantries and counter • 6 panel doors Walk out basement & deck Neighborhood pool • Covered Porch • Subdivision swimming pool and walking trails Visit the house’s website at http://ballwinhouseforsale.com Scan this QR code with your smart phone camera and or Call Direct

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1439 Chesterfield Estates Drive Chesterfield • $454,900 5 Bedrooms. Bonus Room. Finished Lower level Great deck & yard. Good access to 40/64.

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445 Honey Valley Drive Villa Ridge- $379,900 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Custom Home. Over 2,700 sq. ft. on main level , 4.46 Acres. Barn, private.

MLS # 11027508

Candy Citrin

Chesterfield West ~ Your Neighborhood Realtor!

636-532-0200

Jason Pashia Manager

111 Chesterfield Towne Ctr. • Chesterfield 63005 Open sun. 12-1:30

17924 Pond Bridge-Wildwood-$1,250,000 1.5 story, 4 bed, 3 bath on 6.7+/- acres.

Magnificent horse property & top of the line quality home! Great equestrian property.

Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960

232 Larimore Valley-Chesterfield-$698,000 Priced to sell! Beautiful updated Atrium Ranch! 3.45 scenic acres, 4 bed 3 1/2 bath, 4 car garage & 5 fireplaces Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960

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706 Wycliffe-Chesterfield-$849,900 1 1/2 story, 4 bd, 4 bath w/ dream kitchen & 2 story great rm w/ fantastic view, wetbar, sunroom w/ gas fireplace, & much more Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960

208 Cedar Hill-Labadie-$649,900 Beautiful equestrian property! 1 ½ sty, 3bd, 3ba w/ 20+/- acres, 6 stall barn w/ 120x80 indoor arena & 200x100 outdoor arena- private gated entrance Cathy Shaw-Connely / Karen Burns (636)346-4960 (314)920-3131

18211 Wild Horse Creek-Chesterfield-$2,499,900 One of a Kind Equestrian estate, Executive style home w/ 6 stall barn & infinity pool in the heart of Chesterfield Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960 Tom Shaw, Jr (314) 283-5064

17915 Pond Bridge-Wildwood-$799,000 1 1/2 sty updated hm on 3+/- acres, 5bd, 4ba, open kit & breakfast rm are perfect for entertaining! Private pool & beautiful patio & great equestrian property!

Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960

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2239 Pine Lake Loop - Gray Summit - $189,900 3 BR, 2.5 BA, Lake, pool.

MLS # 11028996

1541 Highway 100 - Pacific - $425,000 15+ Acre Farm, West of Wildwood MLS # 11027056

632 Tucker Hill Ln. - Gray Summit - $225,000 3BR, 3BA on 2 Acres MLS # 11013003

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119 Hawks Haven Dr.-O’Fallon-$239,900 Charming 2 story, 4bd, 3ba hm in the heart of Winghaven! New granite counter tops, spacious mstr bdrm, new patio & new top of the line metal fencing!

Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960

4325 Fox Creek Rd-Wildwood-$2,800,000 One of a Kind Executive Equestrian property. 1 1/2 story home on approx.

20+/- acres, 5 bed,7 bath, 8 car garage Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960 Tom Shaw, Jr (314) 283-5064

Dianna Ln-Wentzville-$149,900 Wow! HUGE PRICE REDUCTION! 3 acre lots only minutes from Hwy 40 and Broemkeisiek Park Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960

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7820 Wind Hill-O’Fallon-$325,000 3bd, 2 1/2ba ranch has beautiful flr plan, vaulted ceilings, wood burning fireplace, family rm, & freshly painted rooms.

Cathy Shaw-Connely (636) 346-4960

18060 Babler Woods–Wildwood-$429,900 4 bed, 5 bath multi level home on 3.8 acres is a stones throw away from Babler State Park. This home is a must see!

Matt Shaw (314) 503-4872

679 Rustic Valley-Ballwin-$189,900 Remodeled 1.5 sty w/ 3bd, 2 1/2ba Dining rm w/ gas frpl, new carpet throughout. Private yard & subdivision pool!

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311 Hayfield - Robertsville - $144,900 10 Min. off I-44. 3bd, 2ba, 1/2 acre lot.

Like New! MLS 11023498

16915 Crestview Drive - Wildwood - $500,000 Future Wildwood Town Center 2.16 Ac. Level Lot Fronts Hwy. 100 MLS # 11008435

Search the MLS like an Agent at: www.BrushCreekRealtors.com

17813 Edison Avenue, Suite 200 Chesterfield, MO 63005

Office:(636) 532-1922 Fax: (636) 532-0222 www.shawrealtors.com

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YOU DESERVE IT. 2011 DEMO SPECIAL SUMMER SALE

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Sale Price $32,900.00

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Sale Price $49,000.00

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Sale Price $52,000.00

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Sale Price $52,500.00

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Sale Price $58,995.00

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Silver

Was $65,250.00

Sale Price $61,900.00

328 SedanWasLease Jet Black $40,050.00 Special Sale Price $38,300.00 $339 per month for 27 months Jet Black Was $51,975.00 Sale Price $46,500.00

• $339 First month’s payment • $2,500 Down payment • $0 Security Deposit

• $725 Acquisition fee

• $3,564 Cash due at signing

Stop in for your test drive today as this offer ends 6-30-2011

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