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Brass Oldies Classic songs from years past are sometimes referred to as “golden oldies.”

There are political fallacies that have been around for a long time as well. These might be called brass oldies. It certainly takes a lot of brass to keep repeating fallacies that were refuted long ago.

One of these brass oldies is a phrase that has been a perennial favorite of the left, “tax cuts for the rich.” How long ago was this refuted? More than 80 years ago, the “tax cuts for the rich” argument was refuted, both in theory and in practice, by Andrew Mellon, who was Secretary of the Treasury in the 1920s.

When Mellon took office, there was a large national debt, the economy was stagnating, and tax rates were high, though the tax revenues were still not enough to cover government expenditures. What was Mellon’s prescription for getting out of this mess? A series of major cuts in the tax rates!

Then as now, there were people who failed to make the distinction between tax rates and tax revenues.

Mellon said, “It seems difficult for some to understand that high rates of taxation do not necessarily mean large revenue for the Government, and that more revenue may often be obtained by lower rates.”

How can that be? Because taxpayers change their behavior according to what the tax rates are. When one of the Rockefellers died, Mellon discovered that his estate included $44 million in tax-exempt bonds, compared to $7 million in Standard Oil securities, even though Standard Oil was the source of the Rockefeller fortune.

For the country as a whole, the amount of money tied up in tax-exempt securities was estimated to be three times as large as the federal government’s expenditures and more than half as large as the national debt.

In short, huge amounts of money were not being invested in productive capacity, such as factories or power plants, but was instead being made available for local political boondoggles, because this money was put into tax-exempt state and local bonds.

When tax rates are reduced, investors have incentives to take their money out of tax shelters and put it into the private economy, creating higher returns for themselves and more production in the economy.

Andrew Mellon understood this then, even though many in politics and the media seem not to understand it now.

Mellon was able to persuade Congress to lower the tax rates by large amounts.

The percentage by which tax rates were lowered was greater at the lower income levels, but the total amount of money saved by taxpayers was of course greater on the part of people with higher incomes, who were paying much higher tax rates on those incomes.

Between 1921 and 1929, tax rates in the top brackets were cut from 73 percent to 24 percent. In other words, these were what the left likes to call “tax cuts for the rich.”

What happened to federal revenues from income taxes over this same span of time?

Income tax revenues rose by more than 30 percent. What happened to the economy?

Jobs increased, output rose, the unemployment rate fell and incomes rose. Because economic activity increased, the government received more income tax revenues.

In short, these were tax cuts for the economy, even if the left likes to call them “tax cuts for the rich.”

This was not the only time that things like this happened, nor was Andrew Mellon the only one who advocated tax rate cuts in order to increase tax revenues.

John Maynard Keynes pointed out in 1933 that lowering the tax rates can increase tax revenues, if the tax rates are so high as to discourage economic activity.

President John F. Kennedy made the same argument in the 1960s – and tax revenues increased after the tax rates were cut during his administration. The same thing happened under Ronald Reagan during the 1980s. And it happened again under George W. Bush, whose tax rate cuts are scheduled to expire next January.

The rich actually paid more total taxes, and a higher percentage of all taxes, after the Bush tax rate cuts, because their incomes were rising with the rising economy.

Do the people who keep repeating the catch phrase, “tax cuts for the rich” not know this? Or are they depending on your not knowing it?

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letters to the editor Spelling it out for the school districts

To the Editor: How in the world can the Parkway and Rockwood School Sistems decide that it To the Editor: is not necessary any longer to teach spellNo spelling tests in school? Oh, what a ing? slippery slope we are going down. Do kids When most of us were growing up spellneed time in school to memorize? I thought ing was the basis of hour English classes that was called homework. What about along with the proper use of Language cursive, math and history? What about and writing an essay or otheer functions of phasing out schools and heaven forbid, grammer. If a student cannot spell properly teachers? Will we let computers become and has no access to the computer with the intelligence of the human race? So spell check, then how can she or he commany questions; maybe the answers are on pete in a very competitive world. a computer. Computers are amazing and As a former High School English incredibly useful in daily life – no question Teacher, I am appalled when I see so many about that. However, don’t let your com- misspelled words or incorrect use of gramputer become more intelligent than you. It mar. Why wouldn’t our teachers want their is only a tool. Oh yes, be sure you don’t students to have the best foundation posname your computer HAL. sible before leaving their classroom?

Marsha Hummel I sincerely hope that these two districts Ballwin will reconsider this most egregious mistake.

Pat Burton Chesterfield To the Editor: Response to ‘Steamed about spelling’: I must agree with Patsy about not teaching spelling in Parkway and Rockwood Road weary School Districts as being very disturbing.

To the Editor: This is my scenario on the issue; no pun A couple of weeks ago I noticed that intended!

Chesterfield Parkway was going to be shut Eye here Parkway & Rockwood have down over the weekend. I thought, “Wow, lost they’re since. Eye guess if my darter they must be doing some work.” and sun have red there assignments in time To my surprise, there was a community for tomorrows class they will have the no fair. Seemed to be a pretty nice deal, too. how to participate in class.

My question comes to city officials. How Now, I ran spell check on the previous can you justify pumping thousands of dolsentence and there are no grammar mis- lars into decorative lights, grass, flowers, takes. trees, bushes and sprinkler systems for the The real issue here is the pure lunacy in median? allowing or relying on a computer to do Don’t get me wrong. I want the comyour thinking. You know, there was a song munity to look nice, but should it be at when I was younger that went something the expense of two flat tires and a missing like this: In the year 2525 if man is still exhaust? After the winter of 2009-2010, I alive, if woman can survive; then it goes assumed that there would be an effort to on you won’t need your eyes, arms or repair the road, but to my frustration, we legs, won’t need your brain to think; some are entering 2010-2011 winter and without machine is doing that for you. It ends: a remedy.

“Now man’s reign is through.”

I hope there is something on the agenda I won’t be around in 2525, maybe not for 2011 because I do not know if my tires in 2025, as the song kind of gives away can take any more abuse. my age. I therefore will not see the good William Maguire ole USA become a Third World education Chesterfield level. We have been heading there for some time; this should speed up the process.

In conclusion: Parents, read to your children, color with them, challenge their Parkway taxing brains, turn off the iPods, iPads, Game and spending Boys and stop typing with your thumbs on a 4-inch screen that will make you blind To the Editor: A few weeks ago I read that the Parkway before your time!

Mike Horton School District was going to install an artiChesterfield ficial surface on the football fields of the

high schools. I believe the cost was close Common sense cycling to $1 million for each field.

To the Editor: In my way of thinking, this is a very West County cyclists, this is your wakefrivolous expenditure, totally unnecessary.

I told several people that I wondered how up call. The St. Charles County Council recently lobbed a warning shot across long before Parkway cried “poor.”

It didn’t take long. Today I read in the our collective bows with the vote on the West Newsmagazine that the Parkway proposal to limit cyclists’ access to certain School District officials have decided that roads. It is time to do our part to keep all they need more money so they are raising roads accessible and to create a cooperaour tax rate. They say they need it for the tive environment with drivers.

While I am keenly aware of the small day-to-day operations of the district. I say why is so much money being wasted resur- minority of aggressive, rude and dangerfacing perfectly good athletic fields when ous drivers on the roads, there are also the main reason you’re in business is sup- some equally rude and dangerous cyclists as well who, ironically, are often the more posedly needing money.

It is not funny that when citizens are short seasoned cyclists who should know better. of money they cut back on spending, but I have encountered cyclists riding two when a government organization decides it (abreast) when there is vehicular traffic needs more money, they immediately look trying to pass, blowing through stop signs, to the taxpayers for relief. Citizens have to and riding on narrow, high-traffic roads that make do with less, but not the government. should be avoided completely. This sort of behavior only creates an atmosphere of Disgusting.

Claude Kurtz animosity toward the cycling community Manchester by those who don’t appreciate or completely understand the sport of cycling and ends up leading to actions like those taken by the councilman in St. Charles.

We need to use common sense and behave courteously in order to keep the Labadie landfill peace. When traffic is approaching from To the Editor: Concerning the Sept. 29, 2010, article, behind, move into a single file formation “Landfill looks likely in Labadie,” I strongly and wave the driver by when you see that object to that characterization. There are traffic is clear ahead; stop for red lights and many more hurdles Ameren must over- slow as much as possible for stop signs (I come before the landfill happens. know clipping in and out is a hassle), paying Planning and Zoning issued a recom- close attention to other drivers; and make mendation only. The county commission- every effort to avoid high-volume roads ers will decide after two public hearings with little or no shoulder, like Manchester how to handle the rezoning request before Road or Old State Road. Also, avoid being them. Ameren has not even submitted an caught up in confrontation with those drivapplication yet to the county nor made it ers who feel the need to use foul language through the Missouri DNR regulatory pro- and “hand signals” when they are delayed cess. for their important meeting at the “Hillbilly There is a long way to go and I hope the Club” by 10 or 20 seconds.

West Newsmagazine will continue their Short of this type of behavior and we coverage of this important issue. It is West will all be relegated to crowded bike trails County’s drinking water that is at stake. and gravel paths.

Ameren’s “dry” landfill will be in a very Carl Schroeder wet place, a flood plain, potentially exposWildwood ing groundwater and the Missouri River to heavy metal contamination.

The Labadie Environmental Group has been working hard to communicate with folks well beyond Labadie’s borders about the importance of this issue. See www. leomo.info to learn and get involved. Sign the petition. Come to the upcoming hearings. The landfill issue is far from over!

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What a moment!

Missouri Tiger fans take to the field as the last second ticks away for a win over Oklahoma, 36-27 at Faurot Field in Columbia, Missouri on October 23, 2010.

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Thank God it’s Wednesday It’s finally over. The last vote is cast. Thank God it’s Wednesday.

At the time of this writing, we do not even know a single election result – that all happened well after our press time. We assume the GOP made sweeping gains in both the House and the Senate. But really, whatever – we are just so glad it is done.

We cannot wait to see what shenanigans Jack has planned to sell more Jack In The Box hamburgers. It has to be better than watching Roy Blunt and Robin Carnahan annihilate each other over and over and over again. Maybe that little E-Trade baby has some new capers up his sleeve. As a matter of fact, we are probably going to go home tonight and DVR just the commercials not ending in “My name is blah-blah-blah, and I approve this message.”

If Congress wonders why the American people have such a low opinion of them, perhaps they should look at the tactics they are using to win the offices in the first place.

Certainly politics has always been a dirty business. Mudslinging is as old as any elected office. Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Douglas famously exaggerated one another’s extremism in their historical 1858 debates. But it still seems worse now. It seems more personal,

more tawdry, more disingenuous.

Perhaps it is just the times. Why spend money on these ads instead of spending money securing our borders or creating jobs or fixing our schools? Why be hateful at a time when hate is so rampant in our culture? Why focus on problems when solutions are in such short supply?

Mario Cuomo once famously said that we “campaign in poetry, but when we’re elected we’re forced to govern in prose.” If this election campaign was our poetry, we are fearful of what the prose is going to look like.

No matter which side of the aisle on which one falls, it is easy fairly obvious that this country needs healing. We are a country of huge ideas and huge personalities, huge possibilities and huge capabilities. Yet we are fractured, like a jet plane with a dented wing. The engine is a go, the landing gear is a go, the jets are at full thrust but we are grounded by a ding on the side of the plane.

This country has forgotten how to disagree.

We have forgotten that our political opponents are the “loyal opposition” instead of the “enemies.” This country isn’t perfect, but it is the best in the world. We just need to fix that dent in the wing.

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ELLISVILLE Honoring veterans The city of Ellisville at 10 a.m. on Thurs., Nov. 11 will hold a Veterans Day ceremony at the Ellisville Parks and Recreation Administration Building, 225 Kiefer Creek Road. The public is invited to attend.

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In an effort to promote energy conservation and recycling, the Chesterfield Citizens Committee for the Environment Police collect drugs Newsmagazine will be hosting an event to celebrate ChesSalesperson: terfield/Missouri/America Recycles Day. Area residents are encouraged to take Proof: Client: The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 advantage of a prescription drug take back p.m. on Sat., Nov. 13 on the parking lot of program from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sat., Nov. the Parks Administration & Maintenance 6 at the Ellisville Police Department. PreFacility, located at 17891 North Outer 40. scription and over-the-counter medications Free, confidential document shredding will be accepted. will be offered by Cintas (five box limit), For more information, visit ellisville. and free electronics recycling will be pro- mo.us. vided by WITS. Home Depot will be collecting light bulbs of all kinds and plastic EUREKA planting pots. Remains, Inc. will be collecting old clothes, linens and shoes, and Smoke Detector Day Allied Waste will be collecting all single The Eureka Fire Protection District on stream recycling (paper, plastics, glass, Sat., Nov. 6 will be visiting an area of its etc.). fire district to check smoke detectors. FireThe Chesterfield Police Department in fighters and team members will be going partnership with the Chesterfield Alliance door to door on Eureka Road and Autumn for Positive Youth will be hosting a free Way and asking homeowners if their medication take-back program as well smoke detectors are working. Firefighters and will be accepting all expired over-the- will ask to come in and check and inspect counter and prescription drugs for legal the smoke detectors. If a new battery is and appropriate disposal. needed, one will be installed. If the home For more information, call 537-4000 or does not have a working smoke detector, a visit chesterfield.mo.us. new one will be installed for free.

Eye on crime The Ballwin Police Department recently received reports of thefts from vehicles that occurred in the city.

A theft from a vehicle in a driveway on the 200 block of Sunset reportedly occurred on the night of Oct. 14. The victim stated that someone entered his unlocked vehicle and took numerous items, including credit cards and $200 in cash.

Police said another theft from a vehicle was reported on Oct. 19 in the 200 block of Carina Court. The victim stated that during the overnight hours, a person or persons unknown entered his unlocked vehicle, which was parked in a driveway. A GPS unit, purse and numerous cosmetic products with a combined value of more than $1,000 were taken.

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The Eureka Fire Protection District recently received a donation of pet oxygen masks to carry on its fire trucks.

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Eureka fire officials said the masks will be used at fire scenes where a pet may be overcome by smoke.

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WILDWOOD ‘Great Streets’ moves forward Wildwood city officials at the Oct. 25 city council meeting approved a resolution to authorize into the memorandum of understanding between the communities of Manchester, Winchester, Ballwin, and Ellisville regarding the “Great Streets Initiative” for the Manchester Road corridor.

The cities, along with the West County Chamber of Commerce and other organizations, for the past two years have been working closely together to restore Manchester Road’s prominence in the St. Louis metropolitan region with the improvement of safety, traffic function, and appearance to work toward a better environment for drivers, pedestrians, bicyclists, businesses and other users along the road.

The future for the memorandum of understanding includes creating a board of directors, hiring an executive director, seeking improvements to lighting, transit, storm water management, parks, trails, roadways and other infrastructure, and committing to future funding efforts to support the 20- to 30-year plan.

The city council is ready to move forward with the implementation of the planning and design study within the specific parameters of improving the corridor for all users, while maintaining the unique character of each community.

ST. LOUIS COUNTY Cycling input wanted As Great Rivers Greenway continues to seek public input on the development of

consistent and contiguous on-road bicycle facilities throughout the region, its next open house is being held on the Internet. To augment insight received at its public open houses earlier this month, Great Rivers Greenway is encouraging those who were unable to attend to take advantage of the Virtual Open House at stlbikeplan.com through Monday, Nov. 15.

Those visiting the Web site can gain access to the same informational stations featured at the public open house events.

They can take advantage of the site’s interactive elements, which allow users to cast their votes on bike route preferences, take the Master Plan User Survey and add comments and tags to the interactive map. They can also view examples of national trends in the design of bicycle facilities; gain insight on the “complete street” design philosophy; and learn more about Great Rivers Greenway and how bicycling facilities help to connect communities, support alternative modes of transportation and benefit public health and the economic viability of the region.

“We are fortunate to have a strong partnership with local governments, transportation agencies and bicycling advocates willing to work together to create an accessible regional bicycle network,” Susan Trautman, executive director of Great Rivers Greenway said. “But we’re creating this plan to serve the individual residents and families in our region, so we want to make sure we’re hearing their views and opinions too.”

Input from the public will aid Great Rivers Greenway and transportation planners in deciding how to connect the many existing community bicycle plans and facilities, identifying gaps in key routes and facilities, prioritizing projects and providing design recommendations for the next 20 years.

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Prominent Jewish congregations consider merger

By DIANE PLATTNER Two of St. Louis’ largest Reform Jewish congregations are considering a collaboration or potential merger.

The Boards of Trustees of Congregation Temple Israel, in Creve Coeur, and United Hebrew Congregation, in Chesterfield, have authorized formal discussions to explore the advantages of collaboration or a potential merger. If the merger proceeds, it would result in a single synagogue of more than 2,000 households.

Founded in 1837 near Forest Park, United Hebrew Congregation in 1989 moved to its current location at 13788 Conway Road in Chesterfield and now has more than 1,200 member families. Founded in 1886 in the city of St. Louis, Temple Israel since 1962 has been at its current location at Spoede and Ladue Roads in Creve Coeur and now has more than 1,000 member families.

Both congregations have informed their members of the discussions and will hold open meetings to discuss various aspects of the proposed merger, officials said.

Temple Israel President David Weinstein and United Hebrew President Edward Becker said they have been thinking about collaboration after a Jewish Federation community forum last spring encouraged local Jewish organizations “to take a proactive role in exploring new strategies and bold actions to sustain a thriving and vibrant Jewish community for future generations.”

“We took this charge seriously, and through our informal discussions realized that this is the perfect time to bring together the best that each congregation has to offer in order to provide more comprehensive services to the community,” Becker and Weinstein said in a joint press release.

The charge comes amid a declining St. Louis area Jewish population because of low Jewish birthrates, fewer Jewish immigrants, flattening conversions to Judaism and burgeoning effects of non-marriage, late marriage and intermarriage, according to “Reinventing American Judaism, Reform Judaism,” by Jonathan Sarna, 2009.

“The merger won’t address the issue, but will confront it with a more efficient operation,” Becker said.

United Hebrew Congregation.

In addition, Becker said the long-term financial trends are not in the congregations’ favor. While both organizations are financially strong in terms of endowments, the merger would allow them to be proactive while they are strong, he said.

“UH and TI want to lead and not to follow,” Becker said.

Becker and Weinstein said also that both congregations are in various stages of rabbinic transition and strategic planning. United Hebrew Senior Rabbi Howard Kaplansky plans to retire in July. Rabbi Amy Feder is the new senior rabbi at Temple Israel.

“These transitions give us a unique opportunity to join forces and chart a new path together,” they said. “Individually, we have many complementary strengths and resources. Together, we can provide an unparalleled congregational experience for our members and for the greater community.”

The congregation presidents said they believe a merger will strengthen the best qualities of each congregation and create a dynamic synagogue that can offer a: • Highly talented rabbinic, cantorial and professional staff.

• Variety of worship options.

• Multitude of educational and programming opportunities.

United Hebrew President Edward M. Becker

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• Solid financial foundation to ensure long-term vitality.

They plan next to assemble a facilities committee to evaluate the needs of a potential combined congregation and review the demographics of both congregations.

“The Jewish community continues to be dispersed throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area,” Becker said. “While there was once a clear westward move, what we are seeing now is a move back to the central corridor.”

If the Boards of Trustees at United Hebrew and Temple Israel recommend a merger at the conclusion of the formal talks, both congregations will vote on a final approval.

“If a merger is approved, I would like to see progress by the fall of 2011,” Becker said.

Ellisville to discuss ‘tough decisions’ regarding budget concerns

By TED DIXON JR Like thousands of other municipalities, the city of Ellisville is facing economic challenges. For that reason, city officials plan to hold nine town hall meetings to discuss budget challenges.

At a work session before the Oct. 20 city council meeting, Ellisville Mayor Matt Pirrello made the announcement about the meetings. Nine are planned in all.

Pirrello said the budget is getting tight and the city may have to make some tough decisions for future spending, such as suspending or eliminating some city services.

Among the topics of discussion that Pirrello during the meetings.

Meetings tentatively are scheduled to be mentioned is the proposed Walmart at the Among the city services that may be held on the following dates at the Ellisville intersection of Manchester and Clarkson affected are brush and leaf pickup, which Park Administration Building in Bluebird Roads and whether is would be a viable may be cut; snow removal, which may be Park: option for the city. suspended or reduced; the tree program, • Sat, Nov. 6, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

“Everything is on the table,” Pirrello said. which may be suspended or eliminated; • Thurs., Nov 11, 7 p.m.- 10 p.m.

“The purpose of these meetings is to pool street replacement, which may be sus• Sat, Nov. 20, 4 p.m- 7 p.m. our creativity.” pended or eliminated; and city concerts, • Mon, Nov. 22, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Pirrello said he is preparing a letter to the which may be eliminated. A reduction of • Tues, Nov. 30, 6 p.m.- 9 p.m. city’s residents outlining the issue at hand. city staff also is a possibility.

• Sat, Dec. 4, 9 a.m.- 12 p.m.

He cited a “decreased revenue stream” due “These are topics for the public to dis• Wed, Dec. 8, 7 p.m.- 10 p.m. to the failed economy. cuss,” Pirrello said. “It does not seem dire.

• Sat, Dec. 18, 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.

The city still is in the black, Pirrello said, It is common sense, not a scare tactic. This • Tues, Dec. 28, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. but it has to make sound financial decisions. is not a ‘do-or-die;’ this is something we Dates are subject to change.

He said public input will be greatly needed want feedback on.”

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By SARAH WILSON The Wildwood City Council is proceeding on to the design development phase for a new city hall and police facility after approving at the Oct. 25 city council meeting a resolution to accept the proposed schematic design, recommended by the City Hall Steering Committee.

Wildwood City Administrator Dan Dubruiel said the site on which the city is looking at building the new facility is on Main Street, catty-corner to the Wildwood Town Center Hotel and next to the new movie theater.

“We did an analysis, and ever since the city was incorporated, we have leased space for city office purposes, city hall and for police precinct purposes,” Dubruiel said. “Right now, we’re leasing current space and we’re leasing facilities police are occupying. The total cost of that is well in excess of $330,000 a year. So by constructing a new building, we have calculated we’ll actually save money over time, as far as our building occupancy is concerned.”

The city council accepted the recommendations and services of a team of Wildwood resident architects known as The Wildwood Collaborative to develop

the design and cost projection.

Prior to the resolution, the city council had enacted legislation, placing a proposition on the April 6 municipal election ballot seeking voter authorization to construct, furnish and equip a new city hall and police facility.

The total cost of the plan, which is in the long-term best interest and is the most cost-effective solution for the city, is not to exceed $8 million, with no new taxes required to fund the project, according to city officials.

“We intend to stay well within that budget restriction,” Dubruiel said.

Upon completion of the design development phase, the committee and project architects will return to city council for approval of the plans prior to proceeding to the next phase, the Construction Document phase, of the architectural planning process.

Completion of the project is expected to occur in the fall of 2012, and the city will be going out for construction bids early next spring.

“We’re hoping in the end, Wildwood will at least have its own city hall, a focal point for civic life in the community for years to come,” Dubruiel said.

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By BRIAN MCDOWELL Ballwin resident Lewis Greenberg, 66, the former art teacher who is best known for the controversial collection of lawn art that surrounds his home in the Whispering Oakwood subdivision, on Oct. 21 began serving his 20-day sentence at the St. Louis County Jail. That is according to Greenberg’s longtime friend, Ralph Pfremmer, the owner of the Lone Wolf Coffee Company, where Greenberg is a regular.

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Greenberg was charged last May with failing to comply with a judge’s order to alter or remove some allegedly dangerous pieces of art from his yard. The legal battles with Ballwin and with other residents in the neighborhood over Greenberg’s eccentric art, which is said to be in remembrance of victims of the Holocaust, have been raging for more than three years. Ballwin City Planner Tom Aiken said he was not aware that Greenberg was in jail, and, at press time, City Prosecutor Keith Cheung could not be reached for comment.

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Facebook founder’s biographer to visit Chesterfield

By BRIAN MCDOWELL David Kirkpatrick, noteworthy chronicler of the Facebook phenomenon and author of the best-selling “The Facebook Effect: The Inside Story of the Company That is Connecting the World,” on Nov. 24 will speak at the Doubletree Hotel and Conference Center in Chesterfield.

Kirkpatrick will speak at the “Connect to the Future” Excellence in Community Development Awards Banquet hosted by Progress 64 West, a local partnership of citizens, business and civic leaders who work to create and maintain sustainable communities and a high-quality standard of life in St. Louis and St. Charles Counties. The journalist will sign books at 10:30 a.m., and the program about how Facebook has changed the world – including its impact on political races worldwide – will begin at noon.

Kirkpatrick spent the last 20 years covering technology for Fortune Magazine, and in that capacity, has appeared on many TV news channels. He has covered how the Internet and technology industries have changed our culture.

“I never would have guessed that the Internet would have the impact it does,” Kirkpatrick said in an interview with West Newsmagazine. “We are all caught in it. The degree to which we are all so dependent on technology is surprising to me.”

According to Kirkpatrick, Facebook is “not just something your kids use to meet their friends at the mall” but “has changed business, government, politics, the media and our privacy.”

His interest in Facebook began in 2006 when he met Mark Zuckerberg, the Harvard student who started the site. Before the meeting, Kirkpatrick said, he figured the social network – then accessible exclusively to college students – would be a flash-in-the-pan fad.

But Kirkpatrick was impressed with Zuckerberg.

“I was struck by the scope of his thinking,” Kirkpatrick said. “He was only 22 years old at the time, but Facebook had 9 million users then, which seemed like a lot to me. His thinking was very ambitious, big picture and long-term.”

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(Zuckerberg has received offers of more than $1 billion from corporations trying to acquire Facebook and turned them all down. He continues to run the company.)

After the meeting, Kirkpatrick wrote a magazine article, “Why Facebook Matters,” and paid attention as Facebook grew in popularity faster than any Web site in history. At the end of 2007, Facebook had 50,000,000 users; currently, it has about half a billion in 76 languages.

According to Kirkpatrick, Facebook’s main advantage over other social networks is that it is a true technology company that continues to evolve.

“Zuckerberg has always gone to great lengths to overestimate how many servers he would need for Facebook to work, so the site has very rarely gone down or been unavailable, which is highly unusual for a Web operation of that size,” Kirkpatrick said, noting also that Facebook has downplayed advertising.

“MySpace has so many ads on it, it looks like Times Square,” Kirkpatrick said, “but Facebook tends to be more subtle.”

Kirkpatrick’s book is about the tremendous growth of Facebook, and much of it was based on eight formal interviews with Zuckerberg and time the two spent together socially.

“I got to know him pretty well,” Kirkpatrick said. “He is one of the most fascinating and impactful people on the planet and certainly the most important figure of his generation. I just lucked into being his biographer.”

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Five area heroes honored for saving man’s life at JCC The American Red Cross St. Louis Area Chapter on Oct. 26 presented Lifesaver Awards to 10 people, including five who took action in West County, for preparing themselves for training and then reaching out to save a life.

Kari Johnsonbaugh, Joe Ryan, Craig Prindle, Ryan Bader and Dr. David Lotsoff during a Red Cross ceremony were honored for heroic acts performed earlier this year.

In April, John Martin was working out at the Jewish Community Center’s Staenberg Family Complex in Creve Coeur and suddenly collapsed on the indoor track.

Johnsonbaugh, the JCC’s front desk attendant, alerted the fitness staff, who rushed to Martin’s aid. Ryan, a personal trainer, Fitness Manager Prindle and Fitness Program Coordinator Bader assessed the man’s condition and determined he was not breathing and needed

From left: Cindy Erickson, of the American Red Cross; Dr. David Lotsoff; Kari Johnsonbaugh; John Martin; Craig Prindle; Ryan Bader; Jeff Bont, of AAA; and Joe Ryan.

CPR. Together, they administered to Martin several rounds of rescue breaths and chest compressions and then used an automated external defibrillator (AED) to help restore his heart rhythm.

When paramedics arrived, JCC member Lotsoff noticed the commotion and offered to help. Lotsoff continued CPR until Martin was transferred to an

ambulance.

Martin survived the cardiac arrest and credited the JCC employees and Lotsoff for saving his life.

Five additional individuals received Lifesaver Awards at the ceremony. Since its inception in 1984, the Red Cross Lifesaver program has honored more than 400 people from the St. Louis area.

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By SARAH WILSON Obtaining patient medical records just got easier – at least for some patients.

SSM Medical Groups is the first health care organization in Missouri, and the sixth in the country, to offer its patients secure mobile access to Epic-based medical records with an iPhone application. The SSM MyChart “app” has been designed for patients of mobile devices from Apple, including the iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch.

SSM MyChart patients are able to quickly access their medical records, send private messages to their physicians or care providers, see upcoming appointments, receive instant lab results and more.

“SSM’s MyChart offers true mobility, instant access and optimized convenience,” Dr. Thomas Hanley, medical director of informatics for SSM Medical Groups, said.

“Patients are not required to be in front of a traditional desktop or laptop to access SSM MyChart…A mom at her kid’s soccer game can send a message to her doctor or check on a medication conveniently, right from her phone.”

According to Jayceen Ensrude, project manager for clinical quality with SSM Medical Groups, patients can send questions at any point in the day if the office is closed for the evening, rather than having to wait until the office is open to call.

“This is a powerful tool for communication with our patients related to their care,” Ensrude said. “Putting health information in their hands helps them take a more active role in their health care. It is a much easier process and also quicker.”

She said the new app also helps to improve accuracy within patient information.

“It reduces errors because patients are able to see medications exactly as they were ordered so they can request a refill and send it back to the provider,” Ensrude said. “It also improves accuracy of our records, because patients are able to view what’s in the record, and if they see any inaccuracies with allergies or medications, they’re able to communicate that back to their physician.”

The SSM MyChart app is free, but so far, it is only available from Apple.

Ensrude said they have had a large amount of requests for the app for people with a Blackberry, Droid or other mobile device, which is a possibility in the future.

In the meantime, anyone with access to a computer and Internet can utilize MyChart online. Without a previously setup account, patients must ask their physician for an activation code before getting started.

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In November 2009, voters passed by 65 percent the St. Louis County regulations, which will take effect on Jan. 2, 2011. The bill did provide exemptions, which include casino floors, small bars, private bars and long-term care facilities.

Creve Coeur City Administrator Mark Perkins said municipalities are able to make more restrictive regulations, and the proposed legislation in Creve Coeur would do just that.

At the Oct. 25 regular city council meeting, Creve Coeur Councilmember Beth Kistner (ward 3) said the proposed bill differs from the one that the county will impose. If the Creve Coeur ordinance is passed, it will not place exemptions on casinos, small bars, private clubs and assisted living facilities.

“I think there is a lot to be said for a levelplaying field,” Kistner said.

Kistner, who championed the bill, said she felt very strongly about the issue and its purpose was to protect the health of citizens.

“I want to make very clear that this is not a legislation on morality. It’s a health issue,” she said.

Kistner responded to fellow Creve Coeur Councilmember Jeanne Rhoades’ (ward 4) comments that she had a hard time legislating morality. Although Rhoades wholeheartedly supports protecting the public from a second-hand smoke, she had concerns with some of the language of the proposed ordinance.

“I think you end up penalizing private

clubs; they might have a different environment,” Rhoades said. “I don’t think it’s appropriate.”

In attendance was former Ballwin Alderman Charles Gatton, who was instrumental in getting a smoking ban passed in his city.

He said he was looking forward to Creve Coeur joining Clayton, Brentwood and Kirkwood as local cities that have adopted smoking regulations.

Creve Coeur Councilmember Robert Haddenhorst (ward 3) made an impassioned plea to get it done.

“We have to send a strong message to Jefferson City,” Haddenhorst said.

Haddenhorst favored a statewide smoking ban, and by Creve Coeur approving its own ban, he said, it would be a strong statement.

“Ultimately, we have to take a stand,” he said. “We are living in a very backward state.”

The council voted to defer the vote on this matter until Nov. 8. If passed, it will prohibit people from smoking in a public place or meeting. Also, no person would be allowed to smoke on any sidewalk, driveway or other open area within 15 feet of the entry to any place of employment, public place or public meeting, provided the prohibition does not apply within any outside dining area where smoking is permitted by the proprietor.

“The reason for the 15 feet is so that people that don’t smoke and want to enter an establishment don’t have to walk through a cloud of smoke to enter,” Kistner said.

Kistner said it would be up to the business/establishment to enforce the ordinance.

If issues arise that the owner would not be able to handle, then they would need to contact the Creve Coeur Police.

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“Of all the journalists out there, I took his company seriously,” he said.

Asked if Zuckerberg had read his book and given him any feedback, Kirkpatrick replied, “He doesn’t like to do that type of thing. I think that would make him too selfconscious.”

Kirkpatrick said the recent movie, “The Social Network,” was not based on his book.

“It didn’t portray Zuckerberg as I know him,” he said. “The guy in the movie is much shallower, cockier and angrier than Zuckerberg is. And in the movie, they have him creating Facebook after he broke up with some girl, which is completely untrue

and ridiculous.”

Kirkpatrick said he expects that Facebook’s influence will continue to grow as the company becomes the Internet’s infrastructure.

He worries about the people feeling overwhelmed at the sheer amount of information available minute to minute and speculated about what would happen to the U.S. if a terrorist attack shut down its electronic grid.

“We would be plunged overnight into a pre-industrial age,” Kirkpatrick said. “All of our systems would fail, and chaos would immediately be caused overnight.”

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By TED DIXON JR. The city of Creve Coeur is considering an ordinance that would allow the placement of moving signs in the form of a billboard within the city.

The city’s code prohibits certain signs, including most forms of moving signs and changeable copy signs.

Billboard company CBS Outdoor, Inc. requested that changeable copy signs in the form of Light-Emitting Diode (LED) billboards be exempted from those provisions. LED billboards feature a sign face that incorporates light-emitting diodes that allow multiple, separate message copies – which are static for a minimum duration of 8 seconds, with one message copy at a time – to be changed remotely.

A public hearing on the matter was held at the Oct. 25 city council meeting.

Arindam Kar, an attorney representing CBS Outdoor Inc., said the company is looking at a billboard along I-270 at Olive Blvd. He said the company would like to replace the existing billboard at that site with the LED type.

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Kar told the council that LED billboards are used in 40 states and 400 cities across the nation. He said that safety is not an issue with them.

“They can also be easily be used for community service or public service announcements,” Kar said.

Several Creve Coeur city officials were unenthused about the proposal.

“I’m not sure this is compatible with the character of Creve Coeur,” Creve Coeur City Councilmember Jeanne Rhoades (ward 4) said.

Rhoades said many drivers already become distracted while driving due to talking and texting on cellular phones.

“I am struggling to see how this would be a benefit to Creve Coeur,” Rhoades said.

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Creve Coeur Director of Community Development Paul Langdon said that in September, the Creve Coeur Planning and Zoning Commission voted 3-2 in favor of the billboard. He said four positive votes are needed for a positive recommendation, and technically, the Commission gave a negative recommendation.

Langdon said that aesthetics, safety and character are the aspects on which the city should focus when considering the proposal.

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According to media accounts, Dougherty’s co-defendant, Abrorkhodja Askarkhodjaev, late last month fainted in a courtroom while pleading guilty of being a participant in the ring. As part of a deal that would give him a 10-year prison sentence, Askarkhodjaev testified against Dougherty.

Multiple other co-defendants have pleaded guilty also to the charges. Dougherty was the last to stand trial of the 12 arrested for participation in the human trafficking ring.

By SARAH WILSON Ballwin Alderman Frank Schmer (ward 2) on Oct. 26 announced his resignation from the Ballwin Board of Aldermen.

“First, I am proud to have my residence and business in the city of Ballwin,” Schmer said in a written statement regarding his resignation. “Fundamentally, I believed that there would be a greater cohesiveness and level of integrity and trust between the board of aldermen and the city of Ballwin administration. The role of the board and its purpose is just different than I had envi-

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St. Louis County on Oct. 20 launched Heffie’s Help Line, a free resource for area pet owners and pet advocates. The line was named in honor of a 2-year-old pit bull that before being rescued spent most of his life tied to a chain outdoors, in violation of local tethering laws.

Callers to the help line, which is available on a 24/7 basis, can report animal abuse cases, which officials said would be investigated within 48 hours. Callers are not required to identify themselves to get help for any animal that is illegally tethered or that is suffering from another form of abuse.

The help line also provides information on low-cost spay/neuter programs and other animal welfare resources, including recorded information on pet adoption, lost and found, animal ordinances and volunteering. Information will be mailed to those who do not have computer access.

The service is part of an expansion of Animal Care and Control Services that includes opening a new facility next

summer that will double St. Louis County’s space for cats and dogs and will provide added space for vector control offices.

St. Louis County Executive Charlie Dooley described the new animal care and adoption center as “a state-of-the-art facility” and said it will offer the best possible treatment for the animals in its care.

Heffie’s Help Line was established in partnership with several animal welfare organizations, including the Animal Protective Association (APA); the Humane Society of Missouri (HSMO); Operation Stop Pet Overpopulation Today (SPOT); Dogs Deserve Better; Benefiting Animals Through Responsibility and Compassion (BARC); and Metro Animal.

“Collaboration with other animal welfare ambassadors will be the key to the help line’s success as it allows us to reach out to more residents and offer more assistance,” Health Department Director Dr. Dolores J. Gunn said.

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Changes planned for Ballwin Days

By BETSY ZATKULAK As Ballwin Days approaches its 34th year, festival co-chairs Pat McDermott and Tim Vincent have plans to change the festival beginning in 2011, based on a continual assessment of previous festivals.

The changes, according to McDermott, include moving the date of the festival to the weekend following Memorial Day (June 3, 4 and 5); changing the festival hours; scheduling fireworks for one night only; canceling the traditional opening and closing ceremonies or replacing them with a single ceremony; putting the parade on hiatus for two years; moving the Ballwin Days Run to Saturday; and including arts and crafts booths one day only, or perhaps two days, rather than three.

The co-chairs are looking at the possibility of placing arts and crafts, and other activities, throughout the park, in an effort to attract and increase family participation.

A reason cited for putting the Ballwin Days parade on hiatus for 2011 and 2012 is that there are plans for reconstruction of Kehrs Mill Road in 2012.

The Ballwin Days Committee, and the city, also are considering moving the location of the main stage that currently sits up on Kehrs Mill Road, McDermott said.

“We’re trying to come up with a viable option that allows us to find a place where the main stage…has a direct effect on the food vendors, the beverage vendors, and the ride vendors,” he said. “Any-

thing we move will have a direct effect on everybody, so we have to evaluate the best location to put the main stage. If we move the main stage and we move the food vendors, then we have to move arts and crafts.”

For Sunday, the Ballwin Days Committee plans to partner with Lone Wolf Company and other sponsors to do a bike event, such a bike ramble, McDermott said.

Another focus for the committee is finding ways to increase community involvement and entertainment.

“Because we won’t have the parade, we want to find something we can do to bring in the local bands…so the entertainment aspect at Ballwin Days will probably increase next year,” McDermott said.

McDermott said that for himself and Vincent, who have volunteered their services as Ballwin Days festival co-chairs for 10 years, staying on budget has always been a top priority.

“Our goal is to break even, and we have been very successful at coming close,” he said.

The co-chairs have reviewed the past and are now eager to move forward with future festival plans.

“We have to constantly evaluate what’s working and what’s not working,” McDermott said. “It’s important that we get a pulse on what’s going on with Ballwin Days. We want to blend 34 years of experience with a practical approach for a family-friendly event that meets the expectations of the entire community.”

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By DIANE PLATTNER Rockwood School District officials have added to their list of high-tech options a new online school menu.

Rockwood’s Food and Nutrition Department has teamed up with Schoolmenu.com to provide Rockwood patrons with online menus. The district pays no fees to be included in Schoolmenu.com, which customizes menus for each school and allows parents and students to access information about nutrition, fitness and health.

“It’s all about improving our communication with our parents and students,” Carmen Fisher, director of Child Nutrition Services, noted. “Schoolmenu.com and our online payment system, NutriKids, are helpful tools to make the school menu process easier for parents and students.”

Schoolmenu.com enables visitors to view each day’s school menu, including entrees, sides and beverages. It also includes meal pricing and provides a meal payment link.

With more than 30 percent of American children now overweight, Schoolmenu. com can be a useful informational resource for parents and students. It features a team of experts who regularly provide content on topics, such as nutrition, health, obesity, anorexia, bulimia, fitness, exercise and lifestyle.

The Web site also features articles from respected sources, such as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Baylor University Child Nutrition Center, the Mayo Clinic, and Tufts University.

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the federally funded USDA National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and School Breakfast Program (NSBP) school cafeteria meals by federal law are required to meet national nutrition standards. While all other foods – which typically are served through vending machines, as a la carte foods, for fundraisers and at class parties – are not required to meet federal law, they are increasingly being subject to local, county and state laws that require nutrition standards.

The Web site further clarifies food labeling terms, such as fat-free, reduced-fat, low-fat and “lite.”

Debby Demory-Luce, a registered dietitian with the USDA/ARS Children’s Nutrition Research Center, said those foods do not necessarily have fewer calories.

“While fat calories may be reduced, additional carbohydrate-based substances are often added to these foods for flavor and texture,” she said. “If your goal is weight loss, experts agree that it’s total calories eaten that count, not just fat grams. This doesn’t mean that controlling fat intake isn’t important. Reducing fat to no more than 30 percent of total calories is an important step in preventing some serious diseases, including stroke and heart disease.”

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Learning outside the classroom During the construction of a new baseball field at Whitfield School, economics teacher Mike Pomatto, who is also the baseball coach, decided to use the construction site to instill what he was teaching in the classroom.

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Parkway South High Principal Gary Mazzola and Assistant Principal Barbara Moore were recently awarded the “STAM Administrators of the Year” at the Speech & Theatre Association of Missouri Conference.

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Pictured are Raoul Campa, recent Pillar of Parkway 2010, with alumni, former teachers and staff, cutting the ribbon for the new playground.

‘Forgotten Math for Parents’ Sylvan Learning of West County is hosting “Forgotten Math for Parents” at 7 p.m. on Wed., Nov. 10 at Borders in Ballwin.

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Parkway juniors evaluate negative political ads

By BRIAN MCDOWELL The spate of local negative campaign commercials that this election season have appeared all over TV, radio and the Internet have produced at least one positive result.

Parkway South history teacher Pat McPartland used those commercials to teach his 11th-grade students about both American politics and basic critical thinking skills.

In the first unit of the year, called Politics 101, McPartland had his class watch and analyze both classic campaign commercials and ads from prominent local political races. The students were asked to identify which persuasive techniques were used in each commercial, using terms like “bandwagon,” “plain folks” and “card stacking.”

The students were amused when McPartland pointed out that all of the negative commercials contained terrible pictures of opposing politicians – photos that were even less flattering than those that typically appear on a driver’s license photo.

One of McPartland’s students described the ads as “sketchy” and expressed frustration that “all they do is take something small and blow it out of proportion.”

Most of the students agreed that such commercials make politicians look like kindergarteners.

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One student admitted that she thought the negative commercials were more successful at winning people’s attention because they were more fun to watch than a simple list of positive attributes.

However, most of the juniors in the class suggested that campaign strategies based on negative advertising were one of the main reasons why younger people do not vote in statistically significant numbers and tend to be less engaged politically than older people.

When asked what they would rather see in campaign commercials, the students replied by making a list. Suggestions included that politicians talk directly and honestly about what they have accomplished in their lives and what they plan to accomplish in office, and that they do so using vocabulary that all people can understand.

The students are not yet eligible to vote; however, a high percentage of them said that they do plan on registering to vote when they reach the age of 18.

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The state champion Visitation Vivettes tennis team and coaches.

It has been 23 years, but Visitation is back as the Missouri state tennis champion in Class 1. The Vivettes defeated Notre Dame de Sion 5-2. Visitation was undefeated this year at 17-0.

“We’re so excited,” said Coach Annie Menees, who is in her first year of leading the Vivettes along with longtime coach Larry Miller, who is stepping down after this season. Menees knows something about winning at state. She won three times (1998-2000) in singles and twice (1997-98) in team play with MICDS. She said it has been a fun season with Miller.

“Last year, I agreed to help him,” Menees said. “The two of us co-coach together.”

Miller’s granddaughter, senior Sammi Hornbarger, is the Vivettes’ No. 1 singles player. She clinched the team championship along with sophomore Briana Menolascino at No. 1 doubles. Their victory made it 5-2.

“Notre Dame had lost a couple of seniors from last year but we were ready,” Menees said. “They gave us quite a match. We were up 4-0 but they got the final two singles matches to force doubles play.”

The singles wins came from Hornbarger, Jocelyn Koester, Menolascino and Marielle Newell.

“It can’t get any better than this – to win state as a senior, and then to win the clinching match is like a cherry on top,” Hornbarger said.

Most of the girls were on last year’s team that lost to MICDS in the finals.

In individual doubles play, Hornbarger/ Koester won the championship. They beat Westminster Christian Academy’s duo of Christine Schlafly and Lauren DeRousse in an exciting three set match, 4-6, 6-4, 6-2.

Schlafly and DeRousse were the defending state champions.

“It was great,” Menees said. “They hung in there and got it. It was pretty impressive.”

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Chobanian finished with a 26-2 record in singles, losing only to Lindsey Whitehead, the No. 1 player from Ladue.

Chobanian enjoyed significant wins over many girls who were at state, both in Missouri (Lauren Davis from Parkway Central) and Illinois (Tess Severin from Edwardsville). She won the conference tournament with wins over Emily Robinson and Mona Dai, both of Parkway South, and the district individual tournament with wins over Grace Hyde, Mona Dai and Emily Richardson.

Chobanian won her match at individual sectionals over Natalie Jarmon, of Ladue, to qualify for state.

Stauffer said she knows Chobanian will bounce back from this injury and the disappointment of not being able to play at state.

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In Class 1 singles play, John Burroughs’ Sydney Lehman defeated MICDS’ Katherine Desloge 6-2, 6-2 for the championship.

In doubles action, Visitation’s duo of Sami Hornbarger and Jocelyn Koester stopped Westminster Christian Academy’s team of Christine Schlafly and Lauren DeRousse 4-6, 6-4, 6-1 in the final.

In the Class 2 doubles final, Ladue’s Cam Netwon and Annie Kopp defeated St. Joseph’s Academy’s Grace Hyde and Taylor Revling 7-5, 4-6, 6-2.

High school girls’ state golf Mary Institute Country Day School finished second and Westminster Christian Academy came in third in the state Class 1 golf tournament at Rivercut Golf Course in Springfield.

Villa Duchesne won state with a team score of 689, 15 strokes ahead of MICDS. It was Villa Duchesne’s second state championship in golf.

The students returned home to an allschool rally where more than 700 students from junior kindergarten through 12th grade helped celebrate.

Caroline Leeker led Villa by finishing in eighth place with a 169. Samantha Khan came in 11th with a 173. Lauren Hopson tied for 19th with a 178. Callie Anne Frey tied for 22nd with a 180. Danielle Shroyer tied for 33rd with a 184.

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MICDS loses Rouse, Harris, and Fendell to graduation.

Here are Westminster’s scores: Jordan Wolf tied for second with a 158. Brooke Cusumano finished sixth with a 168, Margaret Moore was 15th with a 176, and Margaret Mauze was 75th at 221.

This marked the second consecutive year Westminster finished third with four players.

• • • St. Joseph’s Academy finished third in the Class 2 state tournament at Twin Oaks Country Club in Springfield.

Notre Dame de Sion won with a 620, including an incredible 299 on the first day.

St. Joseph’s finished with 688.

St. Joseph’s individual results were: Rachel Thompson tied for fifth with a 155.

Gina Della Camera tied for eighth with a 157. Colleen Dorsey was 51st at 182.

Kelsey Thompson tied for 63 at 194, and Nikka Bazzetta was 86th at 207.

Other local scores: Marquette’s Anne Govern tied for 23 at 169. Lafayette’s Ashton Goldammer was 56th with a 188.

Lafayette’s Kelly Lamarche was 23rd at 169. Parkway West’s Emily Goldenstein was 31st with a 173.

St. Joseph’s Coach Carol Fromuth was excited to have two girls finish in the top 10.

“Having Rachel and Gina finish high was very satisfying,” Fromuth said. “It was their final trip to state and they closed out their career with a positive note.”

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High school boys’ cross country In Class 4 District 2 action at Parkway Central, Marquette won with 75 points.

DeSmet was second with 84. Parkway West came in third with 89 and Eureka was fourth with 91. All four teams advanced to the sectionals.

The other team scores were Parkway Central 93, Kirkwood 127, Parkway South 173, Lafayette 181, CBC 243, and Parkway North 259.

DeSmet senior Kevin Abernathy won the race in 16:19. Coming in second was Eureka junior Ethan Lambert in 16:31.10.

Lafayette senior Kurtis Harshman was third in 16:39.20 and Marquette freshman Noah Kauppila was fourth in 16:42.20.

• • • Priory won the ABC League meet held at Principia.

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By WARREN MAYES Getting DeSmet soccer Coach Greg Vitello to talk about himself is tough – he would much rather talk about his athletes – but the veteran coach recently reached some milestones: His Spartans earned his 700th career victory, and his alma mater Benedictine College, in Atchison, Kan., inducted him into its Hall of Fame.

“That was very much unexpected,” Vitello said of the induction. “I went in with two other guys who were high profile soccer players. I wasn’t a high profile player.”

Vitello was a standout soccer goalie and baseball player who said he “accidentally” became a soccer player.

“They said the team needed a backup goalkeeper. They told me just stand there, and if they throw something your way, catch it,” he said.

With no experience, he posted 14 career shutouts, a record that stands today, and was a two-time all-conference selection.

He graduated in 1968 with a major in physical education and minors in biology and philosophy while earning his teaching certificate, married his college sweetheart, moved St. Louis and went to work at the new DeSmet Jesuit High School, founded in 1967.

Vitello is still there and holds the positions of head coach for the soccer and baseball programs. He has served as head coach in swimming, track and baseball and as an assistant in football. In 27 seasons at the helm of the Spartan baseball team, his teams have compiled a record of 444-256-7 and in 2000 won the state championship.

Vitello’s teams have won more than 1,100 games at the varsity level in soccer and baseball alone.

Vitello set the standard for high school soccer in St. Louis. He was named 1993 National Soccer Coach of the Year and was inducted into the St. Louis Soccer Hall of Fame. His teams have won 27 district titles

and advanced to the state’s Final Four 11 times, winning in 1991, 1993, 1995 and 1997.

Win No. 700 came in a 1-0 victory over St. Viator in his native Chicago.

“That was neat,” Vitello said. “But if you stay around long enough, you get a couple of wins. The real treat for me is the relationships you develop with the students.

I’ve been blessed and very lucky.

“I’ve had a lot of quality kids go through here and I’ve had the privilege of coaching them and getting to know them.”

Vitello and CBC Coach Terry Michler are the only high school soccer coaches in the state to post 700 victories. He is the ninth coach in any sport to join the 700 club.

“His stamina and determination are amazing,” said DeSmet Athletic Director Kevin Fober. “As an AD, Greg is someone I can count on year after year to run quality soccer and baseball programs. He demands the best from his players and demonstrates a hard working attitude on a daily basis.

“Seven-hundred (wins) is really special and a milestone we have been anticipating since last season. … He is the only varsity soccer coach that DeSmet has ever had in 42 years of the program.”

Vitello instructed countless studentathletes, including: Bill McKeon, 1978 Parade Magazine Soccer Player of the Year; Matt McKeon, 1991 Gatorade Circle of Champions Soccer Player of the Year and 1995 National Collegiate Player of the Year; Chris Klein, 1993 Post-Dispatch Player of the Year; Pat Noonan, 1997 PostDispatch Player of the Year; and Will Bruin, 2008 Parade Magazine All-American, three-time Missouri State High School Soccer Coaches Association Player of the Year, 2007 Gatorade Missouri Player of the Year and 2007 Post-Dispatch Player of the Year.

Noonan and Klein went on to play Major League Soccer.

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By BRIAN MCDOWELL

President Obama’s $787 billion stimulus program was sold to the American people in 2009 as a way to create jobs in a struggling economy. However, the nation’s unemployment rate and financial condition have left many people skeptical about if the stimulus actually worked.

Much of the money went to government entities and municipalities, including some of those here in West County. To measure the local impact of President Obama’s attempt to fix the economy and put people to work, West Newsmagazine contacted city officials in communities here and some local entities to ask if they received any stimulus money, what they had done with it and how many jobs it created.

accepting bids from contractors for the heating and air conditioning work. For the lighting in the police station, the city plans to order the parts and have them installed by building maintenance and parks employees.

When asked how many jobs this stimulus money will create in the city, Klein replied, “I think all this will be done by existing people that already work for either us or the companies that work for us.”

CHESTERFIELD According to Chesterfield Public Works Director Mike Geisel, the city was designated to receive an award from the Department of Energy in the amount of $219,500.

This award was based upon a funding formula, primarily MoDOT emphasizing population.

One difference the stimulus money will make in West “Chesterfield did not apply for the grant, but along with County is the reconstruction and expansion of the northern several cities in the state, was notified of the grant and the stretch of Hwy. 141. The estimated cost of the project is purposes for which the money could be used,” Geisel said $45 million, $21 million of which comes from the federal in an e-mail. “While we are proceeding with a project and government. intend to use this money, we have not yet actually received According to Missouri Department of Transportation any funds reimbursing the city for related expenses.”

(MoDOT) spokesperson Karen Yeomans, the project will The funding will be used to partially fund Phase 1 of create 1,304 direct, indirect and induced jobs, including the city’s riparian trail. Apparently, Department of Energy restaurant and retail jobs that are expected to be created funds can be used for trail construction and surfacing. when the project is complete.

“This specific project involves constructing a 10-footwide, crushed stone trail, along with a pre-fabricated BALLWIN pedestrian bridge, multiple wooden boardwalks, and short The city of Ballwin received approximately $121,000 retaining walls through a natural stream corridor, partially from the stimulus package as part of the Public Buildings protected by a conservation easement and the Corps of Energy Efficiency Retrofitting fund.

Engineers,” Geisel wrote. “This specific phase begins Jerry Klein, Ballwin’s code enforcement supervisor and just northeast of the existing lake trail at Chesterfield community service coordinator, said the city applied for Village Association and extends to the in-progress road help replacing the heating and air conditioning units and construction connecting Lydia Hill and August Hill attic insulation in three of its buildings and for retrofitting Roads. This project is underway and we hope to have it the lighting so they could use more energy efficient bulbs completed by the end of the year. Future trail phases are in the police station. planned and design is in progress.”

The federal government will pay 68.83 percent of the Geisel stated that job growth calculations were not costs of those things, and Ballwin has to come up with required nor calculated for the project. the rest.

Chesterfield Interim Mayor Barry Flachsbart pointed Klein said the city received a bid from a Sullivan, out that most of the work on Hwy. 141 is taking place Mo., company for the insulation work and soon will be within the Chesterfield city limits.

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NEWSMAGAZINENETWORK.COM CREVE COEUR The city of Creve Coeur, along with 14 other local municipalities, applied for a federal stimulus grant to retrofit lighting in 45 municipal buildings throughout St. Louis County. The cities collectively received for the work $247,000 from the stimulus package.

Jaysen Christensen, assistant to Creve Coeur’s city administrator, estimated that the work would cost $671,000 and that cities would need to cover the rest, although he said Ameren UE was providing some help for the work.

Christensen said Creve Coeur was in the process of working on contracts to get the work done on three of the city’s buildings.

He said it is estimated that the materials necessary for the work throughout the county and the installation labor required collectively are expected to create 1.74 local jobs.

DES PERES According to Des Peres Mayor Richard Lahr, the city applied for federal stimulus funds for a project to construct a garage to house a second (backup) fire truck and other associated equipment west of I-270. Lahr said the city did not receive any of the money.

ELLISVILLE Ellisville Mayor Matt Pirrello said the city applied for and received $9,700 in federal stimulus funds for police equipment and approximately $4,800 to refurbish lighting in its municipal buildings.

“The work performed on either account kept someone employed somewhere I am sure,” Pirrello said in an e-mail to West Newsmagazine.

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EUREKA Eureka City Administrator Craig Sabo said that Eureka applied for but did not receive any stimulus funds.

MANCHESTER Manchester City Administrator Ed Blattner said in an e-mail that the only thing the city received from the stimulus program was the cost of Great Streets Initiative planning document work.

“About two years ago, we attended the St. Louis County Municipal League meeting and all the cities were upset Hwy. 141 at Ladue Road. that they all turned in projects (we did also) that were to be ‘shovel-ready’ and were turned down by the federal administration,” Blattner “The Manchester Road Corridor money went toward wrote. consultant services, so there were no direct jobs created from the funds,” Woerther wrote.

WILDWOOD According to Woerther, attempts were made locally In an e-mail to West Newsmagazine, Wildwood Mayor to obtain other stimulus funds for broadband Internet Tim Woerther recalled that the East-West Gateway expansion to serve areas of the city which have no options Council of Governments was responsible for determining other than dial-up, but those efforts were unsuccessful. the distribution of stimulus funds throughout the St. Louis No jobs will be created by the consultant engagement metropolitan area, including Illinois Counties. for the Great Streets effort, he said.

The Hwy. 141 project used most of the roughly $22 million for St. Louis County; another $1 million went to In summary, the West County area is using stimulus the Natural Bridge Road Great Streets Initiative planning; money to improve roads and make buildings more and $1 million went to the Manchester Road Corridor environmentally friendly. However, with the notable Great Streets Initiative planning, which included the exception of the Hwy. 141 project, any notion that the cities of Manchester, Winchester, Ballwin, Ellisville and stimulus money is being used locally to create jobs does Wildwood. not quite stand up to scrutiny.

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Alan Epstein, of Chesterfield, has opened The Epstein Group, a marketing services organization located in The Hill neighborhood.

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The facility is St. Luke’s sixth urgent care center.

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In 1972, Richard and Sally Syberg opened Syberg’s Catering, and within a few years, their flagship restaurant on Gravois was attracting customers from throughout the region.

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By SARAH WILSON The St. Louis Jewish Book Festival, the largest Jewish book festival in the U.S., returns for its 32nd season from Nov. 7-18 at the Jewish Community Center in Creve Coeur.

“This year, we’re expecting great crowds,” Marcia Levy, director of the St. Louis Jewish Book Festival, said. “The lineup at this year’s festival is fantastic, and there is a little of something for everyone.”

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keynote speaker Jerry after year, people are surWeintraub, Hollywood prised by how the authors movie and music proand programs affect them,” ducer and author. WeinLevy said. “To connect traub will discuss his with these national- and book “When I Stop world-renowned authors, Talking, You’ll Know comedians and modern I’m Dead,” in a storythinkers is often a once-intelling session with coa-lifetime experience for author Rich Cohen. our audiences – and one Judith Martin, “Miss they will not soon forget.”

Manners,” journalist, The festival is open to author and authority people of every race, relion etiquette, will also gion and age from around make an appearance to the country. Each author discuss her latest work, presentation is followed by “Miss Manners’ Guide an audience question-andto a Surprising Digni- Producer and author Jerry answer session.

Weintraub will kick off the St. “The festival is a great fied Wedding.”

Among other authors Louis Jewish Book Festival with a opportunity to hear the coming to the festival discussion of his new book, “When author talk about why the I Stop Talking, You’ll Know I’m are: Dr. Howard Sha- Dead.” authors wrote what they piro, Chef Franklin wrote,” Levy said. “We want Becker, Joan Nathan, Elaine Hall, Abra- the authors to give the audience something ham Foxman, Ambassador Nancy Brinker, they wouldn’t get just by picking up the Yann Martel, Rebecca Rosen, Jonathan book. People should come and try it out.

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Jennifer Rubin is a rock star in her own right.

On Oct. 23, the Chesterfield teen rocked for 10 hours in rocking chair at her second annual Rockin’ 4 Relief, held at the Dierbergs Market Place in Chesterfield.

Rubin, a 14-year-old freshman at Parkway Central High School, rocked her way to a total of $1,688.18 for BackStoppers, an organization providing support and financial assistance to families of area police, firefighters and emergency medical personnel who have lost their lives or were catastrophically injured in the line of duty.

“That’s more than twice what she made last year,” her mother, Sarah Rubin, said.

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By SHANNON F. IGNEY The dress shirt has long been the foundation of a man’s wardrobe. A crisp, clean shirt pops under a well-fit suit or sport coat.

“Today’s traditional, button-down collar dress shirt was introduced by American clothier Brooks Brothers in 1896,” Fashion Merchandising Consultant Antonia Daly said. “It has been considered the acceptable shirt of choice since 1950, when the more casual look became the fashion norm.”

A man’s shirt sets the tone for his attire, and in today’s fashion-forward society, it need not be a blank, white slate. Any men’s department will have the same thing, with color in full swing; but it does not stop there. Stripes, patterns and flashy buttons are changing men’s fashion as well. The standby white, cotton oxford still hangs in the closet, but it no longer should be the “go to” color, menswear experts said.

Pastels look great under any color suit, and patterns are another area of fashionforward growth. Loud plaids, paisleys and stripes are bigger and brighter than ever and a good way to bring an older suit or sport coat to life. Patterned shirts can be worn alone or paired with suits, sweaters and even jeans for a more casual look.

There are many collar styles to consider, too, and each is unique and lends itself to different tie knots and face shapes. However, more than anything, it is a matter of personal choice.

The most common collar styles are the traditional and the button-down. The traditional collar is the most common choice among America’s businessmen. It has a smaller spread, which looks best with a Windsor or half-Windsor tie knot and fits comfortably around the neck. The traditional collar is versatile, as it also looks good without a tie.

The button-down collar can be worn with or without a tie. The buttonholes allow the collar to adjust, which means a larger tie knot is easy to wear.

While most men dress in the aforementioned collar styles, there are other choices to consider.

The pin collar is a nice choice for business attire; it looks traditional, but it has a small pair of holes where a tiepin is worn to keep the collar from spreading.

The half-spread collar and small-spread collar are other options. The half-spread is the widest spread (distance from one side to the next) and works best for men

with thicker necks and tie knots. It is often referred to as a “European collar.” The small-spread collar has very little spread, and collar halves and tips are rounded and lay straight down. The style works well with a skinny tie.

When purchasing a dress shirt, it is important for measurements to be taken.

The width of the neck is a good starting point for choosing the collar style that will work best for each individual.

“Other elements that make a shirt fashion-forward is the type of material used, if it has breast pocket and the type of buttons,” Daly said.

There are many fabric choices to consider when picking out the perfect dress shirt, such as oxford, twill, poplin, cotton and silk. Cotton is comfortable and the most popular, but it is a good idea to own a few shirts in other fabrics for different occasions. A silk blend is perfect for a formal occasion, and a twill blend works well with a corduroy blazer.

The quintessential men’s dress shirt has evolved to become anything but simple.

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By SHANNON F. IGNEY The classic, silk necktie is the centerpiece of today’s corporate “uniform.” Knowing how to buy, and more importantly, how to wear a necktie is essential to completing the overall look. Quality is the most important trait of a tie, as a poor quality tie will not hold a knot and will hang too loosely.

A hand-woven silk tie will hang well, resist spots more easily and last longer. In contrast, a tie made of polyester will wrinkle easily and, usually, a design is stamped on it rather than sewn in, creating more pulls and tears among the threads.

Color selection and pattern design must be considered when matching a tie to a shirt and suit. A general rule of thumb is to match the base color (the dominant color of the tie) to the color of the dress shirt. The secondary colors are the accent colors, which should coordinate with the color of the suit. Popular colors for the fall and winter seasons are olive green, gold and earth tones.

Pattern gives a tie a sense of character and draws in the eye.

The most common pattern choices are striped, geometric and paisley. A logo or character tie is another option.

The most common tie is the striped tie, which easily lends itself to coordinating with most shirt and suit combinations.

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Solid ties are the most conservative and often are referred to as “power ties,” because they demand to be noticed. Solids work well paired with a striped or patterned shirt are a foolproof choice when dressing for the office. A skinny, black tie is a perfect choice when unsure how to correctly match a tie.

Additional neckwear choices are the bow tie and the ascot.

“Slim bow ties and pocket squares are the hot new trends for men,” Shugar said.

More commonly worn with tuxedos or a dressier suit for formal occasions, the two styles are popping up on the necks of men more often. Both the bow tie and the ascot are reminiscent of days gone by and the classy fashions of the 1920s and 1930s.

Accessorizing a tie is another way to add class to the male wardrobe.

“It’s no secret that tie bars have made a huge comeback this year,” Shugar said.

“This classic yet functional accessory can add a touch of class and sophistication to the basic shirt and tie combo.

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BENEFITS A holiday boutique is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fri., Nov. 5 at St. John Lutheran School (15800 Manchester Road in Ellisville). More than 50 vendors present their merchandise. Call (314) 609-5578 or visit stjohnslutheranschool.org.

• • • A food drive is held in November at Ellisville Veterinary Hospital (210 Clarkson Road). Human food donations go toward Circle Of Concern; pet food goes to no-kill shelters. Call 227-7154.

• • • The Chesterfield Elementary School PTO hosts a free holiday boutique from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sat., Nov. 6 at the school. Themed “Shop Til Ya Drop,” the boutique includes items from local artists and craftspersons, as well as raffle items and a silent auction. Proceeds support educational initiatives. E-mail Karen Kellenberger at karenrkellenberger@msn.com.

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A craft fair is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sat., Nov. 6 and Sun., Nov. 7 at Parkway North High School (12860 Fee Fee Road).

Proceeds benefit the Parkway Alumni Association. For more information or to download an application to participate as a vendor, visit parkwayalumni.org.

• • • The Rockwood Swim Club hosts a trivia night and silent auction for adults aged 21 and older at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.) on Sat., Nov. 6 at St. John Lutheran Church (15808 Manchester Road in Ellisville). The cost is $160 for a table of 8/$20 per person and includes light snacks; guests may bring their own food, and a cash bar is available. Call Tish Kirchhoefer at 5305969 or Karen Crimi at 938-9226.

• • • Boy Scout Troop 783 hosts a Trivia Night and Silent Auction at 7 p.m. on Sat., Nov. 6 at Morgan Selvidge Middle School (235 New Ballwin Road). Tables of eight are available for $100 ($12.50/person).

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• • • Kiwanis Club of Southwest County hosts a Trivia Night at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.) on Sat., Nov. 6 at Valley Park Elementary School (One Main Street in Valley Park). Teams may have up to eight players; the cost is $120 per table. Soft drinks and snacks are included; other items are avail-

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• • • United Hebrew Congregation hosts “Just Singin’… Your Tunes to iTunes,” a biannual musical review, at 7:30 p.m. on Sat., Nov. 6 at United Hebrew (13788 Conway Road). Additional performances are at 2 p.m. on Sun., Nov. 7, and at 7 p.m. on Thurs., Nov. 11. Tickets are $18, or $30 in advance for reserved seating. The Grand Finale Gala is at 6 p.m. on Sat., Nov. 13 and includes a cocktail reception, dinner, awards presentation and general admission to the show for $75. Call (314) 469-0700 or e-mail temple@unitedhebrew.org.

• • • The city of Ballwin presents a used book sale from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thurs., Nov. 11, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fri., Nov. 12, and from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sat., Nov. 13 at the Pointe at Ballwin Commons. Proceeds benefit the renovation of the original Ballwin School House. Admission is $5 on Thursday and free other days. Book donations are accepted on Wed., Nov. 10. Visit ballwin.mo.us.

• • • The Lake Chesterfield Holiday Boutique and Raffle is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sat., Nov. 13 at 150 Waterside Drive in Wildwood. Crafters sell a variety of items, with proceeds benefiting Circle Of Con-

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• • • A Sausage Supper is from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. and a Christmas Bazaar is from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sat., Nov. 13 at St. John UCCManchester (322 Old Sulphur Springs Road). A sausage dinner is $10 for adults and $4 for children ages 6-12. Carry-outs are available. Call 391-6655 or visit stjohnmanchester.org.

• • • A Fall Fling is at 6 p.m. (doors open at 5 p.m.) on Sat., Nov. 13 at Ivy Chapel United Church of Christ (620 N. Woods Mill Road in Chesterfield). A trivia night, silent auction and 50-50 raffle are featured.

A portion of proceeds benefit the community outreach programs supported by Ivy Chapel. Admission is $15 per person,/$120 for a table of eight. Call (314) 434-4991 or visit ivychapel.org.

• • • Danse Arts Company hosts a No Limit Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament at 7 p.m. (poker lessons at 6:30 and registration closes at 6:45) on Sat., Nov. 13 at Spec-Tech Industrial Electric (201 Vest Ave. in Valley Park). Cash prizes are awarded based on the number of participants ($1,500 for 80 participants). Proceeds benefit Danse Arts Company, which operates a nonprofit, preprofessional company of Wildwood Dance and Arts. Suggested donations are $50 per person in advance or $60 at the door. Call 458-6605 or visit wildwood-dance.com.

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• • • The Clarkson Eyecare Foundation presents its seventh annual Bright Futures Gala from 6 p.m. to midnight on Sat., Nov. 13 at Kemp Auto Museum to raise funds to promote its mission and expand on its programs. Call 227-2600 or visit theclarksoneyecarefoundation.org.

• • • The Moolah Shriners present “The Big Party” from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Fri., Nov. 19 at the Moolah Shrine Center (12545 Fee Fee Road). Music by Groove Thang, beer, wine and pizza are featured. Admission is $20 in advance/$30 at the door. Visit shrinerbigparty.com. For reserved table seating, call (314) 368-4621.

• • • The Wyman Wobble Gobble, a challenging 5-mile race combining roads, hills and trails, is at 9 a.m. (racing bag pickup 8 a.m.) on Sat., Nov. 20, at the Wyman Center (600 Kiwanis Drive in Eureka).

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• • • The Wyman Fall Festival is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sat., Nov. 20 at the Wyman Center (600 Kiwanis Drive in Eureka). A hayride, s’mores, carnival games, live entertainment, interactive bullwhip and tomahawk demonstration, pony rides and more are featured. The $8 entry fee benefits Wyman Teens. Visit wymancenter.org.

• • • The third annual Wild Horse Marketplace is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sat., Nov. 20 at Wild Horse Elementary (16695 Wild Horse Creek Road in Chesterfield).

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• • • The 24th annual Budweiser Guns ‘N Hoses is at 7 p.m. on Wed., Nov. 24 at Scottrade Center. The event features police officers and firefighters stepping into the boxing ring to raise funds to assist families

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• • • Good ShepYarrow herd Lutheran Church hosts a free hand bell concert at 4 p.m. on Sun., Nov. 7 at 327 Woods Mill Road in Manchester. The Gateway Ringers, an auditioned community choir, celebrates its 15th anniversary with a performance. Call 3916685 or visit goodshepherdlutheran.com.

• • • The Saint Louis Chamber Chorus performs “Transition: From Babylon to Jerusalem” at 3 p.m. on Sun., Nov. 14 at Congregation Shaare Emeth. Tickets are $27 for general admission/$10 for students.

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• • • The Genesis Jazz Project, directed by Robert Waggoner, performs at 7:30 p.m. on Mon., Nov. 15 at the Midwest Music Conservatory Recital Hall and at 7:30 p.m. on Tues., Nov. 23 at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center. Admission is free.

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There is plenty of entertainment value at Debz Corner, which offers shuffleboard, steel- and plastic-tip darts, pool, keno and Scratchers, Big Buck Safari, 2011 Golden Tee Live, Power Putt, and iTunes Digital Jukebox, all situated in the bar.

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“Here, you can still have a conversation The friendly bunch at Debz Corner includes (front row, from left): Amy Januszewski, with someone without having to scream Deb Schaeffer, Katt Pounds and (back row, from left): Jake Schaeffer, Donna Schaeffer, Don Schaeffer and Cassie Howard. across the table,” Schaeffer said.

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A preferred home care choice since 1987. College degreed professionals provide care/ companionship. Why accept less? Competitively priced options. Care managers and clinical staff available.

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Very Experienced, Clean, Reliable, Insured, Honest, Detailed & Prompt

Many West County References

The FAN Guy Trained & experienced tradesman available for light electrical services: new outlets/ switches, water heater repair, lighting/ fan installation & repairs. Fair, dependable & honest. Call Paul 636-734-8402

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CARPET REPAIRS. Restretching, reseaming & patching. No job too small. Free estimates. (314) 892-1003 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.

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for Small Business & individuals

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Flooring

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All Split Firewood For Sale 4ft x 8ft x 16in cut.

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Seasoned Firewood- Oak & Hickory. Sold in 4x8 stacks.

Call for prices.

For Sale PINBALL MACHINES

Restored 1978 Bally Playboy pinball machine in excellent condition. Very collectible. $1,595.00 Restored 1965 Gottlieb Buckaroo pinball. Excellent condition. The most collectible machine of its time! $1,895.00 Both fully working in good condition.Call 314-229-9634 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.

New quality Hardwood flooring & expert installation.

Prefinish, sand & refinish existing floors. Over 20 years experience, fully insured, references.

Laminate, tile & floating flooring available. Light carpentry.

6 month, 0% financing available. free estimates.

Call Ken at 636-675-5939 www.woodflooringstl.com

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Call 636-388-9774

Hauling

J & J HAULING

WE HAUL IT ALL Service 7 days. Debris, furniture, appliances, household trash, yard debris, railroad ties, fencing, decks.

Garage & Basement Clean-up Neat, courteous, affordable rates.

Call: 636-379-8062 or email: jandjhaul@aol.com

Skips Hauling and Recycling!

Located in Eureka, Appliances, furniture, debris, construction, rubble, yard waste, Excavating & demolition! All type clean outs & hauling! Affordable, dependable and available! No conditions! 20 yrs. service.

Toll Free 1-888-STL-JUNK (888-785-5865) or 314-544-1948

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Help Wanted

Holiday Lighting

Caregivers Wanted Experience with all aspects of home care. Must have good communication skills.

Work where you are appreciated!

Call 636-391-0000

Professional Christmas Light Installation

CNA's - Caregivers

Free Estimate Contact Jim 314-651-2464

West St. Louis County Area CNA's with current license Caregivers with Experience Insured vehicle a must Download an application at

Seniorshomecare.com Or call 636-225-2600

ANGELS NEEDED! Visiting Angels West, a non-medical home-care agency, accepting applications for caregiver positions. Will consider experienced as well as companionship type. ALL our caregivers need excellent ability to interact w/elderly - we do not hire babysitters! Must be dependable, friendly and polite. PT/FT. Send email to: visitingangelsstl@att.net

Outside Sales for Cartridge World (www. cartridgeworldusa. com).

Experience selling to small and medium businesses in St.Louis required.

Cold calling experience needed. Email resume to jeff@cwstl.com

Actors/Models:

Do you have the desire to be considered for jobs in showbiz such as print ads, commercials, TV/films? We can help!

We develop, market & place “real looking” people ages 3mos thru seniors. Accepting applications for all sizes & heights. Beginners welcome!

Images Agency (since 1988).

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Apply Online at

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Full & Part Time Employees Needed!

Days & Nights. Apply at Chesterfield Valley Subway near Lowes or call Dan 314-795-8412

The Wildwood Hotel

A combination of Sales Manager/ Event Planner needed to manage and sell our Hotel and new Banquet Center.

Candidate must have experience doing both jobs. Fill out application and leave with resume at front desk.

2801 Fountain Place, Wildwood, MO 63040

It's that time of year again!

Don’t deal with the hassles of the cold, climbing ladders and untangling Christmas lights.

Check one item off your holiday ‘to do’ list and let us do the hard work!

Don’t hesitate to decorate!

Home Improvement

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

(636) 227-1173

Total Bathroom Remodeling Cabinetry•Plumbing•Electrical 20 Years Experience

DIRT CHEAP POWER WASH 1 Story Ranch Homes Power Washed For Only $95.00!

We Also Have An Interior Painting Department With Fabulous Prices!

Call Mike Today

314.378.9064 Deck Restoration Season Is NOW! AFFORDABLE HOME MAKEOVERS

Limited budget?

Spruce your home up for the Holidays with a new color, furniture rearranging, accessories, crown moulding, light fixtures.

All in a day or an hour!

CALL 636-744-9700 Certified Home Stager JS Home Services Handyman • Carpenter 25 Plus Years Experience Cheap Rates! Free Estimates!

House Closings, Deck Repairs, Structural Repairs.

All Jobs Big or Small.

Licensed, Bonded, Insured.

Call James at 314-420-3562

WEST claSSifiEdS Home Improvement

Landscaping

Lessons

WINTERIZE NOW!

Preserve your home value look great for the holidays!

Powerwash/ stain/ seal your deck, patio, fence, roof, driveway, siding.

Gutter cleaning & guard installation!

HOLIDAY LIGHT INSTALLATION. For a free estimate, call Keith at 636-696-5911

The FAN Guy Trained & experienced tradesman available for light electrical services: new outlets/ switches, water heater repair, lighting/ fan installation & repairs. Fair, dependable & honest. Call Paul 636-734-8402

factory direct Wood cabinets Save 50% off list price or more!

Visit our showrooms!

17722 Chesterfield Airport Rd.

•Leaf Clean Up & Curbside Vacuuming

•Lawn Mowing & Fertilization •Retaining Walls & Paver Patios

Don's Handyman Services PLUS

For all repairs & remodeling needs. Big or Small...

I Can Do It All! FREE estimates. Call Don 7 days a week 314-581-7485

Landscaping PEDRO MARTINEZ LANDSCAPING A Cut Above! Year round Lawn Maintenence, aeration, power raking, leaf, bush & tree removal, spring clean-up. Gutter cleaning. Mowing, mulching, bush & tree trimming, edging, retaining walls, drainage work, patios, fence installation/ repair and more. 636-237-5160 or 636-519-9190

Professional Outdoor Services *Leaf Clean Up & Curbside Vacuuming *Mowing and Fertilization *Landscape Installation & Retaining Walls *Brush Pruning & Clearing

636-466-2050

Masonry

Complete Outdoor Service.

Leaf Removal. Schedule now for Snow Plowing!

Mikes Lawn Service: Dependable, responsible. Mowing, shrub trimming, mulch, yard clean-up. References. Call 636-346-9704

Family-Friendly Pricing!

314-660-9080

MORALES LANDSCAPE LLC. Spring & Fall clean-up, grass cutting, Fall Aeration, mulching, trimming, weeding & tree removal, planting, sodding & seeding, retaining walls, paver patio, decorative gravel, stone & brick work, drainage work & more! FREE ESTIMATES 636-699-5189

• Retaining Walls • Paver Patios • Mulch • Professional Lawn Mowing • Fall Clean-up

Legal Service Bankruptcy Chapter 7 •Chapter 13 Debt Consolidation Foreclosure Defense Debt Adjustment 25 years experience.

Call Lloyd Nolan, Attorney at Law (314) 7251880, or visit us on the web at lloydnolan.com

Free Estimate

314-280-2779 Va l l e y L a n d s c a p e C o .

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

636-466-2050

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

Lessons PIANO LESSONS: Masters Degree in Composition w/ Piano major, 5 yrs. in Europe, 30 yrs. teaching experience, all ages.

Taught music theory and piano at college level.

Manchester & Strecker.

Call Arthur 636-458-0095 GUITAR/ VOICE LESSONS Now Accepting New Students.Lessons in your home. Exp. includes: Band leader, composer, vocalist. (refer. avail). $35/hr. www.themakeshiftgentlemen.com Call Joe 636.346.7146 or 636.458.2066

...A Certified Belgard Installer...

Retaining Walls (Any Size) Paver Patios Erosion & Drainage Control Check Out Our Projects At www.stoutlandscaping.com

(636) 227-5595

Brick & stone contractor. 32 yrs in business in St.Louis. Our reputation is built on quality and service for all your masonry needs.

Paving, sidewalks, patios, walls, fireplaces- indoor & outdoor, fire pits, tuck pointing and brick exteriors. Free Estimates.

Insured. 636-394-5543

Residential Interior and Exterior Painting.

Insured.

Senior discount!

We just keep rolling it on!

Chimneys, Walls, Spot & Solid Waterproofing, Caulking Do Own Work • No Job Too Small Licensed & Insured 38 years in business Free estimate 10% senior discount Credit cards accepted

Pa i n T i n g 3 rooms $490 includes paint call Today

Interior and Exterior Painting Power Washing • Window Washing Gutter Cleaning

www.painting-pros.com

636-527-2501

314-651-0261 since 1992

Interior & Exterior Will BEaT any reasonable Estimate!

314-484-1548

Call 636-230-0185

Pets

Jim's Paint & Trim Service.

Interior & Exterior painting, crown and decorative moulding, wallpaper removal, texturing, drywall and rotten wood repair. Call 636-778-9013

West County Pet Care. Pet Sitting & Dog Walking. We take care of Pets in your home where Pets prefer.

Daily, Weekly Rates. Insured 636-394-6852 314-401-5516

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 www.A1Ken.com

Call Ken 636-391-1746

TUCKPOINTING

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Drainage, Sod, Erosion, Overgrowth Clearing & Pruning Free Estimates

Autullo Masonry Inc.

Riverside Painting

MILBOURN

636-536-0771

314-4332-8900

UNITED LAWN CARE

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Fast Free Estimates

•Drainage Work •Landscape Lighting •Mole Trapping

MIENER LANDSCAPING Rock walls, patios, pruning, chainsaw work, etc. Friendly service, with attention to detail. Call Tom 636.938.9874

Piano Instruction for children & adults. 20 yrs experience. reasonable rates. Call Marty 636-536-1230 Guitar/ Piano Lessons in your home. 20 yrs. experience. Many different musical styles.

Call Michael Levine 314-308-4746

•Landscape Design & Installation

Painting

Owner / operator specializing in interior painting, decorative & faux painting, wall textures, concrete staining. Design consultation. Insured. References. FREE ESTIMATES 314-397-3868

I LOVE TO PAINT!!!

Professional Painting Paints, Glazes & More

Cabinetry & Furniture Too! Affordable Quality

DON'T PAY MORE! Free Estimates.

Call David Sontheimer 314-732-FAUX(3289) www.cabinette.net

THREE DECADES OF QUALITY WORK

Yucko’s

DECK STAINING • BY BRUSH ONLY No Spraying • No Rolling • No Mess

POOP SCOOP’N SERVICE

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Resort Living At St. Albans - In Every Season Provided by West Newsmagazine’s Advertising Department No matter what season, life is always beautiful at St. Albans. From the fresh green spring blossoms along the manicured grounds, to the bright blue summer skies over the rolling terrain of the two championship golf courses, to the wooded hillsides exploding with vivid fall foliage, to the peaceful landscape blanketed in pure white winter snow. St. Albans will warm your heart and make you feel at home like no other place.

Living at St. Albans is like being on a vacation all year-round. The relaxing atmosphere, the friendly small-town

feeling, and an unmatched air of luxury living make St. Albans feel like you’re on holiday at a private resort in Florida or Colorado.

St. Albans has all of the conveniences for everyday life as well: Elegant dining at The Gardens of Malmaison restaurant; The Country Club of St. Albans with its golf, swimming, tennis and elegant clubhouse; Head’s Store for those last-minute grocery items and a laid-back lunch; The Studio for hosting special events and wedding parties; Lake St. Albans with its playground, beach and walking trail; and The Fulton School at St. Albans providing a solid education through high school. It all combines to make St. Albans the premier golf course community in Missouri.

You can start enjoying this life

to view more about the community, the Country Club and our homes for sale. Call 636-458-4400, or stop by this weekend and visit the St. Albans Realty office to tour the homes. We’re certain that once you visit and see what life is like here, you’ll want to make St. Albans your home.

– THIS PROPERTY OFFERED BY –

right now, as there are several residences currently available for sale. You can purchase an existing home, or choose to build one with one of our exclusive custom home builders. Visit www.stalbans.com

Realty 636-458-4400 www.stalbans.com

WEST claSSifiEdS Plumbing

Tree Care

Vacation Rental

MASTER PLUMBER. Water Heaters, Code Violations, Backflow Preventers. Licensed & Bonded, Fully Insured. No Job Too Large or Too Small.

(314) 288-9952

COLE TREE SERVICE Tree and stump removal.

Trimming, deadwooding.

Free estimates. Insured.

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Time share rental in Marco Island, Florida.

Rent is $700 / week, no other charges.

Sunrise Bay Resort is located on the Marco River, about 1 mile from the Gulf of Mexico. There are 4 weeks in a row to choose from beginning January 1, 2011. 1 King bedroom, 2 baths, full kitchen and fold out queen sofa bed. Living room and dining area.

Heated outdoor pool and hot tub.

NO Animals allowed.

ANYTHING IN PLUMBING. Good Prices! Basement bathrooms, small repairs & code violations repaired.

Fast Service. Call anytime: 314-409-5051

Affordable Plumbing Repairs and bathroom remodeling. Call Craig 636-458-1161 or 314-614-4840

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FREE drop-off for steel, vinyl & cardboard.

25 Truitt Dr., Eureka, MO 63025

Open M-Sat 9-5.

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MILBOURN

TUCKPOINTING

Chimneys, Walls, Spot & Solid Waterproofing, Caulking Do Own Work • No Job Too Small Licensed & Insured 38 years in business Free estimate 10% senior discount Credit cards accepted

314-484-1548

Real Estate

18739 Petra Court Wildwood • $350,000

1.5 story home on 4.92 acres. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac of similar homes. 5 bedroom, complete “apartment” in the finished LL with it’s own entrance. Fabulous home with formals, cooks kitchen, main flr laundry, covered deck in back.

Suburban Call Dawn Gluesenkamp

314-422-2400

1160 Arroya Trail ~ Ellisville This 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath, 2 story home has approximately 3,500 sq ft of finished living space and offers ample room for any size family. For a free 24 hour recorded message regarding this property, please call 1-800-628-1775 ext 1026!

1941 Lone Trail Lane ~ Chesterfield This 3 bedroom, 2 bath great room ranch with nearly 2,000 sq ft is in the perfect cul-de-sac location and has been updated from stem to stern!

For a free 24 hour re corded message regarding this property, please call 1-800-628-1775 ext 1326!

636-549-1129 www.TheKrauseTeam.com

636-405-7171

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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.

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PROPERTIES WEST 636.532.5900 each office independently owned & operated

LUXURY ON 3 ACRES!

READY FOR OCCUPANCY!

Location is everything.

18558 Great Meadow Dr. Wildwood • $1,100,000 Hardwood floors, detailed moldings, granite kitchen & hearth room on private 3 acre lvl culdesac lot.. Spacious bdrms w/walk-in closets, 6 total bathrooms. 2 gas frpls. 4 Car side entry garage. Fin LL w/full bath.

Call Mike Leeker 314-435-4040 www.MikeLeeker.com

2628 Rockwood Pointe Wildwood • $289,500 2sty with 4bd & 3.5 baths, walkout basement, t-stair & 3-car garage. Huge private rear deck with hot tub.

Brand new carpet & paint. Close to Wildwood Towne Center!

Call Robin Williams 314-401-0155 www.CallRobinWilliams.com

16021 Kerryton Place Dr. Wildwood • $248,000 GORGEOUS END UNIT private location, beautifull SUN ROOM !! Wonderful Main Floor Mstr Bd, hdwd flrs, professionally finished lower level. Hardwood Floors. Gated community.

Call Mike Leeker 314-435-4040 www.MikeLeeker.com

Stephanie Thompson 314-479-4555

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1814 Moonstone Dr. St. Louis County • $137,500 Dynamite 2bd, 2.5ba Townhome in Desirable Westport Crossing w/Pools & Tennis near Creve Coeur Park, Hwy Access & Lambert Airport. HUGE Master Ste, large FR & dining area, private patio & Fin LL w/bath!

Call Stephanie Thompson 314-479-4555 stephaniethompsonrealtor.com

Mike Leeker 314-435-4040

NEW LISTING!

NEW LISTING!

584 Bluffs View Ct. • $274,900

221 Beacon Point Ln. • $314,900

4-beds, 2.5-bths, AWESOME View, 3-yrs old.

The Legends

4-beds, 2.5 bths, Finished LL, Fabulous.

Estates @ Lake Chesterfield

Co-Author, “Should I Short Sale My Home?”

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906 Palmer Ct – Lake St. Louis - $214,900 Carefree lifestyle ranch condo on beautiful 15th green of Lake Forest Country Club! Finished LL, updates everywhere.

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44 W. Oak Hill Dr.- Ellisville- $284,900 Completely remodeled, over half acre land! Updated kit, new carpet, flr to ceiling brick frpl in FR, 3 updated FULL baths! Whlchr accessible.

305 Remington Way Dr. – Ballwin $440,000 Pristine “like new” one owner 2sty in Remington Place! First class upgrades, huge mstr ste, bonus rm. Over 3600 sqft!

684 Rustic Valley Dr. - Ballwin - $155,000 Great ranch with lots of potential! Finished lower level, large master bedroom, 2 full baths.

1445 Whispering Creek Dr. –Ballwin - $115,000 Prime location, maintenance free condo with pool and clubhouse! 2BD, 2 full baths, and great view from deck!

338 Bellestri Dr. – Ballwin - $210,000 5 bds & 3 baths! Updated kit, bay window, sunroom, wet bar, patio & lrg fenced bkyd! Grt nbrhd & Pkwy schools.

249 Vistaoak Ct. – Ballwin - $188,000 Pottery Barn Decor, Awesome Updates, Finished LL, Private, Fenced yard.

12529 Robinview Ct. – Creve Coeur $310,000 4BD/2.5 BA on Creve Coeur cul-de-sac! Vaulted ceilings, updated kitchen, large grt rm and rear deck!.

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15512 Clover Ridge Dr. – Chesterfield $314,900 Beautifully updated 2-story in Baxter Lakes! Finished LL, huge master bath, separate dining and living rooms! Move-in ready.

Big enough to provide excellent service... Small enough to care!

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Was $98,530

Now $85,995

Stk#13738

2010 535IA Space Gray

SALE PRICE $45,500

Stk#14640

2010 650cp Black Sport

Save $15,000 off MSRP (Purchase Only)

Stk#14590

2010 335IA Sport

Save $7,000 off MSRP

Manager’s Special Stk # 15146 2009 z4 3.5 2xxx miles Only $51,995

WAS 34,450

WAS 28,250

NOW 25,250

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