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‘Notional’ security The latest “screw-up” that let a man with explosives get on a plan on Christmas day is only part of a larger laxness and irresponsibility when it comes to national security.

This administration pays lip service to national security and gives out with a lot of rhetorical notions that makes it notional security instead of national security.

The Muslim major who was arrested for the murders of American soldiers at Fort Hood had left so many clues to his hatred of this country that all you had to do was count the dots, without even connecting them, to see where from where he was coming. But for a fellow officer to alert higher authorities to the danger would have meant risking damage to his own career moreso than to that of Maj. Nidal Hasan.

That is because we have become so obsessed with political correctness that both common sense and self-preservation have to take a back seat. We do not dare “profile” anybody going through security checks because that is not politically correct. Far better to be blown to smithereens than to be politically incorrect.

Probably the country with the strongest security checks for airline passengers - and the strongest reason for such checks - is Israel. Israel profiles. I have been to Israel more than once and it is clear that they profile. Fortunately, my wife and I obviously do not fit their profile, whatever that may be. Others who have been to Israel are amazed when I tell them that we have gone through Israeli security four times and they have never opened our luggage. That is all the more surprising, because we take a lot of luggage.

We have stopped in Israel while on trips completely around the world, including countries both above and below the equator, so we had to have clothing for hot weather and cold weather, because the seasons are the opposite in the northern and southern hemispheres. Moreover, I carry a lot of photographic equipment in a large, separate piece of luggage.

In short, our luggage could carry enough explosives to blow up any building in the country. But, whatever their security system and whatever their profile, they did not seem to want to waste any time on us.

The last time we flew into Israel was from Cairo, where the Israeli security officials at the Cairo airport detained the lady in line in front of us for 45 minutes, opened

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her luggage, spread the contents across the counter, and asked her all sorts of questions. When they finally had finished with her and my wife and I stepped up to the counter, the official in charge waved us on impatiently, saying, “Hurry up, you’ll miss the plane.”

This was no special treatment for us.

They had no idea who we were. We were just not the kind of people they spent time on, for whatever reason.

Recently, Mike Huckabee interviewed an Israeli security official on Fox News Channel. The official said that he has testified before Congress and offered to help with suggestions on how the American airport security system could be improved - and he clearly thought it needed a lot of improvement. Apparently the only response he got from American security officials was a polite letter. “They didn’t tell me to go to Hell,” he said. “They were polite.”

There is no stronger indication of danger than officials who do not want to hear what anybody else has to say, even when those who offer to help have a system that works better than ours.

The fundamental issue goes beyond the Fort Hood massacre or the Christmas bomber. These are just symptoms of a larger set of attitudes and expediences reflecting the same outlook.

Putting terrorists on trial in American criminal courts, under rules designed for American citizens, tells you all you need to know about whether the Obama administration is serious about security or is still playing the political correctness game.

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Response to criticism always way over budget. So as for me, you To the editor: can have your government-run health proI see that Keith Reel is back, (Letters to gram, but please move to France, England, the Editor, MRN, Jan. 13, 2010). I wonder Germany or any other socialist country. We if Mr. Reel is serious about his beliefs or do not want what the government is trying if this is just some joke to get a response. to force on us.

Maybe it is part of a term paper or research.

Ed Spilker Obviously, his ideas have gotten the St. Peters response that he wanted.

I for one feel that enough time and print was wasted on him the first time he To the editor: wrote in. Regardless, he comes across as In his Letter to the Editor, (MRN, Jan. an ideologue who has an intolerance for 13, 2010), Keith Reel was so busy bashing Christians. This latest diatribe is a rant Christians, (to his credit he did mention the that is not worthy of any kind of debate. So name of God once), he apparently missed to you Keith Reel, I don’t want you to go the deals hashed out in favor of big pharaway mad, I just want you to go away. maceuticals and the insurance industry by Tom Ginn Mr. Obama and his “well-machined” ( I O’Fallon think Keith meant, well oiled machine, but I’m sure oil is a dirty word to Keith) band of thieves, clowns and cronies, from ChiTo the editor: cago, who are” in the pockets of the most After reading the letter from Mr. Keith powerful unions and corporate lobbies the Reel, (MRN, Jan. 13, 2010), all I can say is country has ever known”. Through his get real Mr. Reel. savvy skills as a tough negotiator, honed to I am not pleased with either party. You perfection in front of the Olympic commitseem to think Mr. Obama is a saint for all tee in Copenhagen Denmark, Mr. Obama the people and that we K & N Patriots are has seen to it that to bring down one of the in the back pocket of big business. Wrong. primary costs of our present health care, We are concerned about our country Americans will not be allowed to buy less and the way it seems to be going. People expensive pharmaceuticals from Canada, from all over the world want to come Europe or any other country, or be allowed here. Why? Because we are not socialists, faster access to less expensive generic communists or some form of a dictator- drugs. ship.

From the Associated Press, Jan. 15, Now as for Mr. Obama, I do not see 2010: “The president was willing to reopen how you can say he is a man for all people. issues where the House and Senate bills Let me see, in the healthcare plan there is were identical. One example involved the nothing about TART Reform. One of the patent protection that drug makers would reasons your medical bills are so high is receive for their biotech drugs from generic the doctors have to run every test possible competitors. The president wants to give to avoid a lawsuit. Second, the unions generic firms quicker entry into the marand other groups get special deals. Let me ketplace, and the pharmaceutical industry’s think, oh yes, they are major contributors top lobbyist, former Rep. W.J. Tauzin, sent to the Democratic Party, now that’s OK, I an e-mail threatening to oppose the legislaguess, but we the people like America. No, tion if that happened.” we love America and being one of those During Mr. Obama’s campaign I believe religious fomented citizens, I want this he said no lobbyists (that weren’t on Desiree country to remain a beacon of light to the Rogers’ party list) would be allowed in rest of the world. the White House during his tenure as So Mr. Reel, if you really believe that president. One of many promises not kept. the government is the solution, just check Americans will also be mandated (manout Social Security and see what members dated sounds so much better than being of both parties have stolen from it. I could forced unconstitutionally under penalty of go on about many government policies but fines, prison, The Comfy Chair, and water I am sure if you are informed you know boarding, Eric holder not withstanding) that government run projects never come to purchase health insurance from private out as proposed. They are run poorly and insurance companies. A windfall of 30

million new customers, courtesy of Mr. Obama.

Keith has also missed the special interest group, big union health insurance tax exemption, hashed out behind those same C-SPAN proof, closed doors, (“All healthcare debate will be on C-SPAN. There will be transparency in every aspect of this history making event.” - Barrack Obama ) creating two classes of people in terms of those that pay taxes for their insurance and those that do not because of a special interest break, also unconstitutional. Bypassing the Constitution doesn’t seem to be problem for some when it comes to saving mankind from corporate America, the Skrull, Hydra, Chaos, Gremlins, the Romanovs and a host of other nefarious enemies of the people.

Some blame the financial meltdown in the housing market on greedy money lending bankers whose diabolical purpose is to provide financing and refinancing, to Americans so they can put a roof over their family’s heads at incredibly low fixed interest rates, however, he neglects to say that these banks were required by the Community Reinvestment Act signed into law by President Bill Clinton, to provide loans to persons that were high risk and for all intents and purposes could not pay back the money borrowed. While this mess was congealing in Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, train wreck engineers, Democrats Barney Frank of Massachusetts and Christopher Dodd of Connecticut, (See Country Wide Loan Inc.), reassured everyone that there were no problems with these financial institutions. This was responsible for, (to use Keith’s word) “fomenting” the greatest loss of equity in the housing market in U.S. history.

In closing, Mr. Obama has demonstrated through his actions, political appointments and outright contempt for our Constitution, that he has no intention of protecting any of our God given rights.

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Faith in the folks Last week, the monumental event that occurred in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the election of Republican Scott Brown to the Senate, does much to restore our basic faith in the people of the United States.

His election, as has been well reported, is remarkable for many reasons. It occurred in the bluest of blue states, filling a seat that the late Sen. Edward “Ted” Kennedy held for 47 years. This came in a state where registered Democrats far outnumber registered Republicans and in a place where Scott Brown once trailed his opponent by 30 points in the polls.

This election was important because it speaks volumes about the will and common sense of the folks. The ramifications of this election are significant and have far reaching implications in almost every corner of our great nation.

In spite of the spin and blame that has subsequently taken place, it is clear that Brown’s victory is a stunning repudiation of the Congressional Democrats, President Barack Obama and the direction they have chosen for our country.

Reactions to this election have been fascinating, ranging from the ridiculous to sublime Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee Chair Chris Van Hollen said, “President George W. Bush and House Republicans drove our economy into a ditch and tried to run away from the accident. President Obama and congressional Democrats have been focused repairing the damage to our economy.”

House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-Md.) said, “The angst voters have expressed early this election year is the result of GOP obstructionism, not the Democrats’ agenda.”

MSNBC’s Keith Olbermann called Brown an “irresponsible, homophobic, racist, reactionary, ex-nude model,

tea bagging, supporter of violence against women and against politicians with whom he disagrees.”

Many Democrats have tried to blame Martha Coakley as a bad candidate or bad campaigner.

Spin away Democrats, progressives and left wing pundits. It will not do you any good.

The folks are smarter than you think.

Even in left of center Massachusetts, plain, hard working, loyal Americans, doing what is best for their families and country, folks know they do not like the direction we are heading. They are tired of out of control government spending, politics as usual, or worse than usual, backroom deals and payoffs, reckless and wasteful government spending, bailouts, security failures, cap and trade and special interest health care reform.

And we are as well.

People have had enough. They have sent a message, a loud and clear message.

Democratic Indiana Senator Evan Bayh said it best: “There’s going to be a tendency on the part of our people to be in denial about all this. If you lose Massachusetts and that’s not a wake-up call, there’s no hope of waking up.”

The Democrats, especially the progressives need to wake up. Their policies have awakened a sleeping giant, also known as the folks. And for many of us, that awakening has restored our faith.

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brought by Lisa Short, of St. Charles, against Dardenne Prairie Mayor Pam FogA push by Cottleville Mayor Don Yarber arty has been postponed to Feb. 10. to get Missouri legislators to consider Lisa Short’s attorney Amy Gervich legalizing medical marijuana seems to be requested the postponement in the 11th Dishaving an effect. A bill that would legalize trict Circuit Court and Fogarty’s attorney the drug for medicinal purposes was intro- Michael Shea offered no objections. duced into the Missouri House of RepreLisa Short is the estranged wife of sentatives on Jan. 14. The bill, House Bill Dardenne Prairie’s contracted city archi1670, is sponsored by Missouri Rep. Kate tect and construction manager Tim Short, Meiners (D-Dist. 46). who was incapacitated following a fall at “I consider medicinal marijuana a com- City Hall on Oct. 24. Tim Short sustained passionate drug,” Yarber said. pervasive injuries from the fall.

Yarber’s wife, Sylvia, benefited from Shortly after, Lisa Short dropped the using marijuana after intensive chemo- dissolution of marriage petition she had therapy treatments for breast cancer left filed against Tim Short just days before the her ill and with no appetite. Last July, the accident, she filed for guardian and conCottleville Board of Aldermen adopted a servatorship on behalf of Tim Short. Folresolution to support legalizing medical lowing that, Lisa Short filed the orders of marijuana in hopes to boost legislation at protection petition against Fogarty while the state level.

Tim Short was hospitalized and unable to Yarber said he wants voters to have a communicate.

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Tim Short remains in recovery at a St. “I’m hoping that legislators would have John’s rehabilitation facility. the foresight to put it on the ballot,” Yarber Acceptable said. “People should have the opportunity O’Fallon to voice their thoughts at the polls.”

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Residents are encouraged to attend in order to discuss the plan and provide input and feedback.

“After the first session, we took the public’s input and worked with our internal working group and our external consultant, Planning Design Studio, to create a draft that we are extremely proud of,” said Cindy Springer, managing director of the department.

The public workshop will begin at 6 p.m. in the multi-purpose room at O’Fallon City Hall. The draft plan is available for viewing at ofallon.mo.us.

In the running Filing for the April 6 municipal election has closed and O’Fallon now has a list of City Council candidates for the city’s new five wards. The list of candidates and the wards they are running in are as follows: Ward One: Rick Lucas (Incumbent of current Ward 2) Ward Two: Jim Pepper, Mary Sue Laulo and Pierce Conley (Incumbent of current Ward 2) Ward Three: Dan Haney (Incumbent of current Ward 3) Ward Four: Jeff Schwentker (Incumbent of current Ward 4) Ward Five: Mark S. Perkins(Incumbent

of current Ward 1), Chris Johnson, Mike Pheney and Daniel Christoff.

Voters will select one representative for wards one through four and two representatives for Ward Five, with the candidate receiving the most votes serving a threeyear term and the second highest serving a one-year term.

St. Peters Noises off The St. Peters Board of Aldermen has directed its staff to draft an ordinance that would change the city’s noise ordinance.

During a work session on Jan. 14, the board was presented with recommendations by the city’s noise task force. Susan Mays, who chairs the task force, said its research focused on modified exhaust systems on vehicles that create excessive noise and stereos that can be heard blocks away.

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All 103 Schnucks pharmacies are offering the free prenatal vitamins, which require a valid doctor’s prescription.

“It’s a major investment for our company, but we feel a responsibility to help where we can,” said Michael Juergensmeyer, Schnucks vice president of pharmacy. “Due to economic considerations, many patients don’t refill prescriptions for chronic conditions, let alone take prescription prenatal vitamins for wellness care.”

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The city of Wentzville will be installing its first soccer field this spring after receiving a $30,802 Land and Water Conservation Fund grant.

The soccer field will be installed at Memorial Park, along with new playground equipment. The total cost of the project is about $68,000, with $27,647 being funded by the city and the rest coming from private donation.

The soccer field is much needed, Wentzville Parks and Recreation Director Mary Jo Dessieux said. However, the city is far from being able to fill the needs of residents when it comes to recreation.

According to national standards recommendations for a city the size of Wentzville, which has approximately 26,000 residents, the city should have eight soccer fields, eight football fields, 17 ball diamonds, four swimming pools, 19 playgrounds and 6.5 miles of trails. In contrast, the city has no soccer fields, one football field, three ball diamonds, one pool, five playgrounds and 1.3 miles of trails.

“We’re juggling a lot,” Dessieux said.

“We can’t offer soccer to anyone over (age) five right now because we don’t have the space.”

Dessieux said the city has partnered with schools and rented space at businesses in order to accommodate programs. The Board of Aldermen is expected to address funding for future park’s programs at its Jan. 27 meeting.

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“Many people still haven’t been vaccinated against this serious health threat, so we are pleased to provide yet one more way for people to get their shot,” said Gil Copley, director of the department, in a statement.

“Although cases of flu have decreased in recent weeks, influenza viruses are unpredictable and another wave of H1N1 flu is possible. The best protection against the flu is to get vaccinated.”

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The second phase of the project will continue east from Patriotic Trail to Galahad Court. The road will be expanded to two 12-feet wide lanes, 4-foot wide shoulders and curb and gutter with storm sewers.

A 10-foot wide asphalt trail will be constructed on the north side of the roadway.

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Area Haitians wait to learn of relatives’ fate

By Mary Ann O’Toole Holley

Ernest Destin’s face shows a worry as his cell phone rings once, then stops.

“It’s Haiti,” he says, almost freezing in place, holding tight to his cell phone as he waits for the call to come through a second time.

“The cell phones just began working Friday—three days after the earthquake.

It was a terrible—three days of not knowing.”

Destin and his wife, Shelly, of St. Charles County, are Haitian immigrants who arrived here in the 1980s after their parents fled from the madness of life under Haitian dictator Francois “Papa Doc” Duvalier and his predecessor son, “Baby Doc.” The couple still has family in Haiti, but wait nervously to learn of their condition or their whereabouts.

Ernest has been in contact with his brother who told him that he and his family are sleeping on the street. Shelly learned that the house of her grandmother and two cousins collapsed in the quake. All three are still missing.

“We know for sure they are gone, but they have to clear out the rubble to find all the dead,” Shelly said.

“There are over 100,000 people dead down there and 9 million people struggling for food and shelter. My aunt was rescued after lying two days under her collapsed house. When she was taken to the hospital, it was so packed with people they ran out of medicine to help her with the pain of a broken leg and arm,” Shelly said.

“There’s nothing either one of us can do

Shelly and Ernest Destin with their children. The couple are Haitian immigrants who arrived here in the 1980s, their families fleeing from “Papa Doc” Duvalier. The Destins still have family in Haiti.

to help. Even if we tried to send some kind hospitals in the capital, together with air, and his family are scared to go out into the of money in Haiti, we couldn’t. There is sea, and land transport facilities, as well distribution area.” no way to send it, because nothing goes in as communication systems. The United and out until next month. They will have Nations Office for the Coordination of to fight their way, or beg for food,” Shelly Humanitarian Affairs called it the worst The poorest country in our hemisphere said. “It’s a sad story. I spent three days in disaster the UN had ever confronted. tears watching this whole thing go down.

Ernest is trying to get funds to bring his Ernest was 13 and Shelly was 9 when I’m not going to question God, asking why brother and his family here, but it’s a com- their parents brought them to Missouri. this would happen to this poor country. It’s plicated process with a lot of paperwork— They came under a refugee program that Mother Nature. I don’t think God would something that doesn’t happen quickly, he helped them get settled and build a new do this to people.” said. life. Ernest grew up to become an informaAmong the widespread devastation and “My brother and his children have to get tion technology (IT) technician, but was damage throughout Port-au-Prince and sur- to people who are still alive to share food laid off last year with the downturn in the rounding areas vital infrastructure neces- with them,” Ernest said. “They are not the economy. Shelly works two jobs: a 2 p.m. sary to respond to the disaster was severely ones out there going to the United Nations. damaged or destroyed. This included all It’s so chaotic in Haiti now that my brother See HAITI, page 40

County Executive vows to veto any pay raises County Council members received a tor of elections, recorder of deeds, pros- until the council has had a chance to disletter from County Executive Steve Ehl- ecuting attorney, sheriff, collector, assessor cuss them and act on them,” Ehlmann said. mann, Jan. 20, informing them that he has and county executive.

“But this has to be done by Feb. 1, and I decided to veto any bill setting pay raises Some members of the council had ques- wanted the council to know my position for the seven elected officials. tioned the amount of those raises at the last before the next meeting.”

The council heard the first reading of an meeting. The council is charged with setEhlmann said this is not the time to be ordinance at its Jan. 11 meeting that would ting the salaries for these positions by the giving raises to elected officials. have, if approved, given salary increases County Charter. The salaries are set for the “We have a very tight budget, and we’re of 11.8 percent next Jan. 1 to whomever is four-year terms. asking our department directors to cut elected in November to the posts of direc“I normally don’t take a position on bills expenses. And we were not able to give

across-the-board pay increases to our employees this year,” Ehlmann said. “It’s just not appropriate to give increases to elected officials, including the county executive.”

The council still must pass an ordinance setting the salaries for elected officials, effective Jan. 1, 2011. Ehlmann recommended that those salaries be set the same as they were four years ago.

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City hopes to generate revenue from fireworks sales

By Jeannie Seibert Before the series of events resulting in serious revenue shortfalls to the city of St. Peters, any thought of allowing fireworks sales and use during the July 4 holiday had hit a brick wall. Now the suggestion of an extra $40,000 or $50,000 doesn’t sound like such a bad idea.

The Jan. 14 discussion amongst the St. Peters Board of Aldermen indicated a softening in attitudes to a proposed fireworks ordinance.

Alderman Rocky Reitmeyer (Ward 1) first brought up the idea in November, prefacing his remarks that the out-and-out ban on fireworks the city had observed for years had done little to prevent residents from using them during the July 4 holiday.

Reitmeyer reminded the aldermen that the sale of fireworks was allowed in the adjoining jurisdictions of unincorporated St. Charles County, the cities of St. Charles, Cottleville and Weldon Spring.

With legal sales of fireworks essentially surrounding the city, Reitmeyer gave two reasons for reconsidering the city’s stance against fireworks sales: • It is an opportunity to make some muchneeded revenue from permit fees from vendors and the sales tax generated from the sale of fireworks.

• It would reduce the cost to the Police Department during the holiday that has become essentially an annual enforcement nightmare.

Reitmeyer focused his presentation on the city of St. Charles, the jurisdiction whose demographics most closely resemble St. Peters’ and with whom the city shares a substantial boundary line.

Currently, St. Charles allows the sale and discharge of fireworks on a limited basis. For example, rockets and missiles – aerial fireworks with a stick or fin – are prohibited, Reitmeyer said. Igniting allowable fireworks such as firecrackers, Roman candles, sparklers and others is only permissible from noon until 11 p.m. on July 3 and July 4 with set age restrictions.

Even under limited circumstances, St. Charles made $66,000 on permit fees at the rate of $6,000 per stand in 2009. Cottleville made $56,000 on permits last year, he said.

Between his initial introduction of the subject last fall and the Jan. 14 discussion, resistance to the idea had warmed to Reitmeyer’s suggestion. Making it more palatable was the recommendation that the aldermen approve an ordinance that would sunset in two years.

According to Alderman Dave Thomas proposal, Alderman Judy Bateman (Ward (Ward 1) that limitation would give the 2) said she would likely vote in favor of residents one year to become accustomed the bill but urged Ward 2 constituents to to the new rules and a second year to take contact her. a true gauge of the effects of the loosened Thomas added that some subdivisions’ strictures from an enforcement standpoint. indentures prevent possession of fireworks “Don’t people just shoot off fireworks and urged residents to double check their anyway,” Thomas asked. covenants and restrictions as city ordiAnswering the rhetorical question, Reit- nances wouldn’t override subdivision meyer said, “We would at least derive rules. some revenue on a two-year trial basis. I’m Police Chief Tom Bishop recommended hoping we can try this out.” that the final bill contain verbiage requiring Because of the trial basis aspect of the vendors to post St. Peters’ rules for lawful

possession and use of fireworks.

Alderman Jerry Hollingsworth took that idea to the next level suggesting that the fireworks lobby pay for the advertising for what is lawful, what is not, and safe handling recommendations.

Reitmeyer said the fireworks merchants had already made the offer to help fund a marketing campaign. Taking note of the board’s recommendations, Reitmeyer expects a few final touches to the bill should help garner majority approval when it comes up on the Jan. 28 agenda.

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Midwife initiative fights to change state laws on child birth

By Casey Godwin Perhaps nothing in life is as wonderful or unique as the birth of a child. The very concept of a couple creating a new life can spark excitement in friends, family, and perfect strangers.

During the nine months leading up to the birth, most women try to plan and prepare for every detail of their labor and delivery.

For some women, the thought of being confined to a bed, trapped in place by IVs and technology, seems frightfully unnatural. Statistics on cesarean section and induction rates can bring even more fear to women in healthy pregnancies. These concerns can lead to consideration of alternatives, but for women in Missouri who want a birth outside a hospital, options are scarce.

Prior to 2007, it was illegal for any midwife to perform a homebirth in the state of Missouri without the supervision of a doctor.

The state allowed only certified nurse midwives, who have nursing degrees plus two years of midwifery schooling, to practice.

But those midwives had to sign collaborative practice agreements

with a physician. Until recent times, there were only two midwives in the state that had such agreements that allowed them to practice home births. Neither was located in or near the St. Louis area.

In 2007, Missouri enacted legislation that began to loosen rules on midwifery, including allowing certified professional midwives to practice home births. Certified professional midwives are direct entry midwives that don’t necessarily have a nursing degree.

They receive training in midwifery school and unlike certified nurse midwives, spend half their clinical trials delivering babies outside the hospital setting.

Midwives tend to have a more natural approach to childbirth.

While that doesn’t necessarily mean an un-medicated birth, mothers are encouraged to utilize different techniques to relieve pain and to listen to their bodies.

A home birth is personalized, with the mother being the primary focus of everyone participating in the birth, and birth is typically allowed to flow as it naturally would without force or medical

intervention.

“If you have a healthy mom that goes into the hospital in labor, she’s one of seven, 10 or 15 moms in labor at any given time with one doctor and several nurses running around trying to keep tabs on everybody,” said Mary Ueland, vice president of Missouri Midwives Association.

“There’s not continuity of care.

The doctor who’s on call may not have ever seen her before and there is a larger risk of medical error.”

For example, Missouri Baptist Medical Center delivers almost 4,000 babies a year, or about 11 babies a day. Those numbers almost double at St. John’s Mercy Medical Center. Although both hospitals are staffed appropriately to handle their birth rates, some mothers are weary to risk the possibility of having their babies delivered by a doctor they have never met.

According to the National Center for Health Statistics, the national rate for cesarean births in 2007 was 31.8 percent, which See BIRTHING, page 41

State officials say ‘no’ to federal health plan

By Jeannie Seibert On the same night Scott Brown was elected to fill the remaining term of recently deceased U.S. Sen. Edward Kennedy (D-Mass.), the Missouri House of Representatives passed a resolution aimed at the Congressional delegation calling for a rejection of a federal health care plan.

While many are predicting that health care reform will suffer the same demise as the assumption a Democrat would serve out Sen. Ted Kennedy’s remaining term, state legislators are taking no chances.

A litany of bills are lined up in both houses of the state’s Capitol, each taking a slightly different tack to “protect” Missouri from what legislators anticipate would be ill effects of a federal health care plan.

While the Jan. 19 passage of Mo. Rep. John Diehl’s resolution by a vote of 111-46 indicates substantial support from Democrats (there are 87 House Republicans) a companion bill in the state Senate is cosponsored by state senators Scott Rupp (Dist. 2) of Wentzville and Tom Dempsey

(Dist. 23) of St. Charles.

“There’s strong opposition from the people who don’t like what’s going on at the federal level in this one-size-fits-all national solution to health care,” Dempsey said, predicting little resistance to the Senate joint resolution.

This measure was initiated by Mo. Sen. Jane Cunningham (Dist. 7) from St. Louis County, and, in addition to Rupp and Dempsey, 16 other senators have signed on as co-sponsors. If passed, the measure states Missouri would retain the option to opt-out of any federally mandated health care legislation deemed burdensome to the state’s budget or taxpayers.

It would also invite a Supreme Court challenge under the supremacy clause of the U.S. Constitution which grants the federal government authority over the individual states when there is conflicting legislation.

If the Jan. 19 Mo. House vote is any example, Democrats appear to be weakening in their resolve to pursue federal health

care legislation. But defeat at this late stage isn’t a foregone conclusion. To stem one gap, Rupp is pursuing an additional bill he filed on Jan. 12.

This proposal would prohibit any proposed health insurance exchanges from covering abortion procedures at taxpayer expense.

“We’re not sure what kind of health care plan will come from the federal government but this bill will make sure the citizens of Missouri will not subsidize abortions in policies offered through the health insurance exchanges currently being discussed in the pending federal health care bills,” Rupp said.

“I’ve already co-signed onto a bill that will allow Missourians to reject whatever health care Washington mandates. My legislation will continue to protect our unborn children.”

Other state legislators are filing proposed legislation to protect the state budget and residents from increased taxes brought on by a federal health care plan.

Mo. Rep. Cynthia Davis (Dist. 19) had pre-filed a joint resolution prior to the start of the session that just opened Jan. 13.

Because it mirrors the bill that passed on Jan. 19, she said, “I’m a team player so I’m signing on. But I filed mine first.”

Davis was unsure of the process required to enact the measure, but, during a Jan. 16 town hall in Chesterfield, Mo. Rep. Brian Nieves (Dist. 98), of Union, who also serves as the House Majority Whip, explained the process.

A joint resolution doesn’t require the governor’s signature, only approval of the state Senate before it moves directly to a vote of the people.

Nieves said the goal was for the measure to be ready for the November ballot.

In either case, the opt-out is essentially an invitation to a court challenge.

Nieves said another goal was to get to the Supreme Court so the constitutionality of the federal government mandating health care issues in the first place could be argued.

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The race is on Cynthia Davis challenges incumbent Scott Rupp for Senate in Aug. primary

By Jeannie Seibert Mo. Rep. Cynthia Davis (Dist. 19) is coming to the end of her career in the Missouri House of Representatives as term limits prevent another bid. Rather than getting Back to Basics, her book and religious supply store in O’Fallon, she has decided to pursue her political career.

After abandoning a run for Missouri Auditor in 2009 she is now throwing her hat in the ring for the Missouri Senate. But first Davis has to get past incumbent and fellow Republican Sen. Scott Rupp (Dist.

2) in the Aug. 3 primary.

Davis admits she’s ruffling some feathers.

“Taking on an incumbent, well some people get a little huffy about that,” Davis said. “He’s gone outside the line of what I call a conservative.”

Davis frequently makes analogies between national events and local politics.

During a recent debate between Massachusetts U.S. senatorial candidates Scott Brown and Martha Coakley the moderator asked Brown how, if elected, he could defend his anti-health care reform stance while occupying former U.S. Sen. Edward Kennedy’s seat. Davis paraphrased, applying Brown’s response to her own position. “This isn’t Scott Rupp’s seat. It’s the people’s seat.

“That’s what is happening in this district,” Davis said.

Switching gears to borrow from another national issue, she said, “Scott Rupp is like John McCain and I’m like Sarah Palin.

Voters in this country are waking up to the fact of office holders who claim to be conservative and their actions that don’t match up with their words.”

As to those specific actions, according to Davis, Rupp voted to expand welfare “to able bodied adults.”

Clarifying his vote on the Insure Missouri measure, Sen. Rupp said, “Cynthia (Davis) is referring to one item in a budget bill where the Missouri Hospital Association tax themselves (via a) provider tax and then use that money to provide insurance coverage to uninsured Missourians. They receive additional money from the federal government for un-reimbursed charity care.”

Rupp said the purpose of the measure came out of the increasingly frequent instances of uninsured individuals treated in hospitals. Typically hospitals write off the bulk of the costs, receiving pennies on the dollar in government reimbursement.

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Insure Missouri was to provide those families with primary care coverage and reduce costs to hospitals, Rupp said.

The program was to be implemented in phases.

In summary, Rupp said no taxpayer dollars were used to provide medical coverage for low-income Missourians.

But Davis said Rupp has reversed his pro-life stance charging him as one who “shares in the blame for the failure of prolife legislation sent to the Senate from the House two times” in two years.

As to the accusations, Rupp said, “The Missouri Senate passed a strong pro-life bill. It contained several pro-life provisions. Basically there was disagreement on one provision in the abortion bill that was facing a senate filibuster by several proabortion senators and a threatened veto by Gov. (Jay) Nixon.”

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Helmut Weber Construction Company does not simply promise to meet buyer expectations but also demands that every home exceeds buyer needs and is customized to incorporate the individual’s unique ideas and tastes. Helmut is personally involved at every building site to maintain the highest quality control measures. He insists on many of the industry’s higher standards, upscale features and top-notch craftsmanship.

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Vatterott students have access to industry standard learning tools and professional instructors active in their field. Two-fold programs feature theory and lab instruction and provide students with the knowledge and hands-on training necessary to succeed.

“The skills and work attitudes taught at Vatterott College are of practical use to the student in his or her chosen career and ensure successful adjustment to the work environment,” Vatterott’s O’Fallon Campus Director Gertrude Jones said.

A typical timeline for completion is 14 months for a Diploma and 22 months for an Associate of Occupational Studies

(AOS). Classes are small, averaging 9.2 students, and are organized into 10week phases. Students can seek career counseling and placement services to prepare for the job market.

“We work closely with local career centers throughout St. Louis,” Jones said. “For example, we are currently working with the auto industry to train its displaced workers for re-entry into the job market.”

Prospective students must meet with an admissions representative, take a placement test and have a high school diploma or GED certificate. Financial aid is available for those you qualify.

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The Little Gym of St. Charles County is celebrating its seventh anniversary this January. As the premiere motor-skill development program for children, The Little Gym offers high-energy classes for kids 4 months to 12 years old.

“We are a non-competitive and curriculum-based program which is one of the things that makes us unique.” says owner Mary Lee Stephens, The Little Gym International has a team of early childhood development specialists, gymnasts and musicians who create the curriculum appropriate for the various age groups we teach.”

The result is helping children grow physically, cognitively, socially and emotionally – all while having a blast!

Mary Lee and her husband, Mark Stephens, decided to open a The Little Gym of their own.

“Our three kids grew up going to The Little Gym in Ballwin and we really believed in the program. If we missed a

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So, several years later when circumstances had the couple looking for a new career path, they pursued The Little Gym and purchased the territory in St. Charles County. “We get great joy out of making a difference in children’s lives,” says Mark.

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“I had worked with another company until starting my own business 26 years ago,” said Haas, who holds a degree in mechanical engineering. “I wanted to provide quality heating and cooling services for the homeowner and commercial customers. Our business is to service, sell and install the best heating and cooling, air filtration, purification and humidification.”

That dedication has earned Tec Air a special affiliation with Home Depot in St. Charles.

“We sell Trane heating and cooling equipment through Home Depot, making us the preferred provider of such services in all of St. Charles and the surrounding area,” Haas said.

The family-owned/operated Tec Air services all brands in the St. Charles and St. Louis area and sells and installs systems at every efficiency level.

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Raul Jasso is proud of his Mexican heritage, and when customers ask why he named his restaurant El Azteca, he reminds them of the story of the Aztecs and their great empire that once stretched throughout Mexico. Now, just four years as a resident, Jasso brings that rich heritage to discerning diners.

Beautifully hand-carved chairs surround tables; hand-painted scenes depicting Old Mexico are splashed across walls. Each booth features a hand-painted tabletop, plenty of privacy and room for a pitcher of margaritas and basket of chips with salsa.

Whether diners are deep into Mexican cuisine or prefer a bit of an American slant, El Azteca Mexican Restaurant will fill the bill.

“I like all kinds of foods, and I’ve been everywhere in Mexico collecting the best recipes,” Jasso said. “I’ve taken the best from many different cooks.”

There are Mexican favorites like quesadillas, enchiladas and tamales, but for a unique twist there are vegetable

fajitas, authentic pollo chipotle and carnitas with green or red sauce ($9.99), available only at El Azteca and served in authentic Aztec rock pottery.

To the daily lunch menu El Azteca has added a $6.99 lunch buffet with more than 15 delicious items, served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday. On Sunday, kids eat for free. Happy hour is from 3 to 6 p.m.

Sunday through Thursday. On Tuesday, there are two-for-one specials on Dos Equis. Campo Azul Tequila from Mexico also is served.

“I wanted to open a restaurant that would appeal to everyone,” Jasso said.

“When people come into my restaurant, I want them to feel welcome and enjoy their meal.”

Pounds and Inches Away 3900 Old Highway 94 South Suite 5 • St. Charles 1-(888) GET HCG1 9 a.m. to 5 p.m,. Mon.-Fri.; 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Sat. www.poundsandinchesaway.com

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It is no secret that resale and consignment shops are enjoying great popularity, and one such shop – Calisa Home Decor – is a shining example of why such shops are all the rage. Calisa is a consignment showcase stocked with an upscale collection of new and barely used furniture, home décor and luxurious accents for the home.

“Customers appreciate the merchandise we offer because we only acquire well-maintained items that are not easily found, and we sell them at very attractive prices,” said Marie Roark, proprietor of Calisa Home Decor. “Many buyers are looking for attractive, stylish furniture and accessories, and buying from a shop like Calisa helps them stretch their budget without compromising quality.”

The consignment aspect of Calisa provides people who are moving, downsizing or simply redecorating with an outlet for their unwanted, quality furniture and home accessories. Offering goods

on consignment is much easier than holding a garage sale, and at Calisa, sellers’ merchandise receives exceptional exposure.

The resale aspect of Calisa allows consumers to discover that secondhand does not mean second-rate. Only the best quality new and pre-owned home décor is offered, so even decorators with the most discriminating taste can bring big ideas to fruition on a small budget.

Because it is a resale and consignment shop, Calisa has an ever-changing inventory, so shop it once and come back often. You’ll be glad you did.

Finding time to clean the house can be a chore in itself, but with the help of Home Cleaning Centers of America, homeowners are able to relax while someone else takes care of the dirty work.

For the past 20 years, Home Cleaning Centers of America has provided its customers in St. Charles County with high quality residential cleaning services. From scrubbing the kitchen floor to washing the baseboards to wiping down the inside of the microwave, Home Cleaning Centers of America has the cleaning covered.

Co-owned by Charles and Leah McNevin, the company focuses on customer satisfaction through quality workmanship provided by dependable employees.

“Our attention to detail and our quality of work sets us apart,” Leah said. “We average less than one complaint per month with about 300 homes being cleaned. We always go back that day or the next morning to correct any problems.”

In fact, a recent customer satisfaction

survey rated Home Cleaning Centers of America 9.8 out of 10 in all categories.

Before cleaning a home for the first time, homeowners can request a free in-house estimate. The company also offers flexible scheduling to accommodate customer preferences. No long-term commitments are required, either. While 95 percent of customers depend on them for weekly, bi-weekly or monthly services, they also offer one-time cleanings for help around the holidays, for parties, rental cleanups or for those who are moving into or out of a residence.

To keep things running smoothly, the McNevins are in the office to handle customer inquiries Monday through Friday.

“We want to provide the best quality cleaning in St. Charles County,” Leah said.

Calisa Home Decor 3354 Mid Rivers Mall Drive St. Peters (636) 970-0069 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tues.-Fri.; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sat.; 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sun. www.calisahomedecor.com

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McKee & Co appointed to oversee Caledonia Community Improvement District Area includes proposed land for ice arena

By Mary Ann O’Toole Holley O’Fallon Mayor Bill Hennessy has reappointed Paul McKee Jr. and Bruce Sokolick to serve as directors to the Caledonia Community Improvement District located on the city’s west side.

Hennessy also reappointed Paul J. McKee III, Christopher McKee and Glenn G. Mitchell, also of the McEagle Company, as directors.

McKee Jr. is chairman and chief executive officer of McEagle Property Development and Sokolick is a principle officer.

“This was just a reappointment. McKee was appointed because he owns the property in that area,” Hennessy said.

“In any CID there are always people established as a board of directors,” said Councilman Pierce Conley. “The requirement is that they are landowners or involved in the district. The board will oversee the development and the work of the district.”

Under CID rules, up to 1 percent of sales tax can be added to purchases in a community development district to be used for the development of the property. The board

would oversee those funds.

The Caledonia Community Improvement District is at the location of the proposed $35 million, 168,000-square-foot ice arena project, including a hotel, restaurants and a family entertainment facility on 12 acres of land near the Great Escape movie theater at Hwy. 61 near WingHaven.

Hennessy said the city is still reviewing options for construction of the arena and buildings in the project.

“It’s still in the works,” Hennessy said.

“We’re trying to see what can be done.”

Funding the new arena would likely come from the Caledonia community improvement district (CID) tax to pay for longterm bonds. The city would also receive a pledge of all net revenue from the arena, and after the 20-year payoff period of the bonds, the city would own the arena.

However, Conley said the early research has indicated that there is a $3 million shortfall for the arena project. “I’d still like to see it go, but until they can figure out a way, that’s dead,” Conley said. “I think the ice rink would spur on other development there. Really, all we have on that side of the highway is the theater. If built, residents could go to the ice arena, then eat and shop.

The more we can get down there the better.

It’s all about bringing in revenue.”

McKee, although criticized recently for his involvement with the redevelopment of the city of St. Louis’ north side, is a heavy hitter when it comes to development.

In O’Fallon, McKee is responsible for the WingHaven development, a residential community on the former site of the Monsanto research farm. There is also retail, dining, and a golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus. In 2006, the development generated 18 percent of the city of O’Fallon’s tax base with less than 18 percent of the population. MasterCard built its global data center there, lured by free land and significant state tax breaks.

The WingHaven community also features a community garden and a bocce court, both on land donated by McKee. The neighborhood also hosts a pro-am bike race that brings the largest purse in the state ($15,000). Because McKee insisted the bike race have a “community” component, the Tour de WingHaven also includes a kid’s race.

Hennessy stressed that, if the ice arena is built, it will be a multi-purpose facility, not just home to the Bandits’ Hockey team.

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Proposals plentiful in this year’s Missouri legislative session DWI enforcement figures to be main topic for legislators

By Julie Brown Patton The Missouri General Assembly kicked off its 2010 legislative session on Jan. 6 with numerous proposals.

Aside from tackling how the state will deal with the federal health care reform, one of the larger pieces of legislation is a proposal to overhaul the way Missouri deals with drunken-driving cases. The goals of the new, comprehensive approach are to eliminate loopholes that block prosecutions and to ensure all DWI (driving while intoxicated) offenses are accurately recorded and tracked.

“There are simply too many gaps in our current system,” said Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon in announcing the proposal. “The way we handle drunken-driving cases in Missouri is broken. We must take bold and decisive steps to reform the way DWI cases are dealt with. We have a duty to protect Missouri families by improving every aspect of DWI enforcement, from the traffic stops that initiate cases to the sentences handed out by judges, and even the way records of offenders are kept.”

Last November, Nixon convened a DWIrelated summit with more than 30 participants, including police chiefs, sheriffs, county and municipal prosecutors, judges, court clerks and victims’ advocates. The participants detailed their experiences with Missouri’s DWI system and offered suggestions to make improvements.

Nixon based detailed, wide-ranging legislative solutions on those recommendations, including: • Requiring repeat DWI offenders, drivers with a blood-alcohol level of 0.15 or above, and drivers who refuse to submit to a blood-alcohol test to be charged in a state court, as opposed to a municipal court, to ensure that the most rigorous standards are applied in bringing offenders to justice and tracking cases to avoid repeat offenses.

• Creating enhanced penalties for offenders with blood-alcohol levels of 0.15 and above. (Under Missouri law, 0.08 is the presumed level of intoxication.)

• Making it a crime for any driver to refuse to submit to a blood-alcohol test.

• Expanding the use of ignition-interlock devices to include cases when the driver’s blood-alcohol level was 0.15 or above, or when a driver refuses to submit to a bloodalcohol test; current law limits the required use of these devices to repeat offenders.

• Eliminating the provision under cur-

rent law that allows DWI offenders to have their records expunged after 10 years without another offense.

• Requiring all jurisdictions to enter DWI arrest and case information into the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Driving While Intoxicated Tracking System (DWITS) to strengthen the tracking of DWI offenders.

• Prohibiting a defendant from withdrawing a guilty plea for DWI when reaching the end of his probation under a suspended imposition of sentence.

These initiatives are included in legislation that Missouri Rep. Bryan Stevenson (R-Dist. 128), chair of the House Judiciary Committee, is sponsoring. Missouri Rep. Rachel Bringer (D-Dist. 6), a former prosecutor, is co-sponsoring the legislation.

“I asked the Missouri Department of Public Safety to get input and ideas from the best minds in Missouri on this issue, and leaders from both parties have determined the best solution is a dramatic overhaul,” Nixon said. “With these changes, we have an opportunity to better protect innocent drivers and pedestrians. There’s a strong desire among members of both parties to close the gaps in our current law, provide tough consequences for offenders and make Missouri’s roads safer.”

A plethora of other proposed bills already were filed before the legislative session started.

••• Other proposals would limit service time in the General Assembly (House and Senate) to 16 years. Another calls for reducing the number of state representatives to 137.

A third increases the percentage of required voter signatures in each of twothirds of congressional districts before a petition can be placed on a ballot.

Two pre-filed pieces restrict the use of eminent domain by cities or counties. Another raises the allowable level of bonded indebtedness for school districts.

Other proposals replace individual and corporate income tax and sales and use tax with a fair sales tax on retail sales of new tangible property and taxable services.

A couple would prohibit any person, employer or health care provider from being compelled to participate in any health care system.

A different pre-filed piece protects a citizen’s right to pray, while another cites First Amendment rights for people to pray on public property and reaffirms a citizen’s right to choose any or no religion.

To follow proposed legislation in this year’s legislative session, visit house. mo.gov and senate.mo.gov.

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Verlo Mattress Factory Stores is the nation’s largest Craftsman-Direct mattress retailer, providing specialty sleep products directly to customers. St. Charles storeowner and 25-year St. Charles County resident Mark Nystrom opened the store on Boschertown Road some 23 years ago and has never looked back.

“It makes perfect sense if you are searching for the right bed, talk to the people who actually build the mattresses. We are in the business of selling sleep….it is that simple,” says Nystrom.

The consultation with each client is crucial to our business. We cannot build a single mattress until the sleeping habits and needs of each client have been addressed and identified. Every set is built from the ground up on site (the actual factory is adjacent to the showroom floor) and a great many customers enjoy watching how our sleep sets are assembled.

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gest guarantee in the industry.” Nystrom said. Our two-sided mattresses are often the same price or even more affordable than the one-sided mattresses offered by our competition.

In addition to mattresses, a wide range of adjustable beds, futon sofa sleepers, headboards, footboards and linen sets are available. Need a custom size mattress for a camper or a boat? Mark and Verlo Mattress have the answer for you. They specialize in custom sized and specialty mattresses as well. If you are searching for the right bed, talk to the people who build the mattresses.

Visit Mark and his staff today, and start sleeping better tomorrow.

Verlo Mattress Factory Stores of St. Charles 3025 Boschertown Rd. • St. Charles (636) 949-9140 M-F 8a.m. to 8p.m.; Sat 9a.m. to 5p.m.; Sun 11am to 4pm www.verlo.com/stores/MO/SC

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Calling all steak lovers! A destination restaurant for over 30 years in Fairview Heights, Ill., Andria’s now celebrates one year in Chesterfield. And as if their steaks weren’t already amazing, they are now even better, serving up Black Angus steaks.

“Only six percent of steaks in the United States are certified Black Angus, so very few restaurants can offer them,” said Alan Genovese, general manager of Andria’s in Chesterfield.

While it is hard to beat Andria’s succulent steaks, fish and chicken lovers do not go unnoticed. For example, their sea bass is pan seared to perfection and served over asparagus with garlic mashed potatoes and a lemon butter cream sauce.

For you breakfast lovers, Andria’s now serves brunch on Sundays with a moderately priced, extensive breakfast and lunch menu. From 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday, you can indulge in some of your favorites, including an omelette station, eggs Benedict, fresh carved beef and ham, sausage, bacon,

scrambled eggs, fresh fruit, pasta, fish, and a variety of desserts.

Happy hour at Andria’s promises the best in live entertainment every Wednesday through Saturday, providing great bar specials in a warm, lighthearted atmosphere.

Recently voted “Best Place for a Romantic Dinner,” nothing can beat Andria’s elegant, romantic atmosphere and extensive wine list this Valentine’s Day. Featuring 115 different wines, there is a flavor for every palette.

Reservations for Andria’s special Valentine’s Day package are filling up fast, so be sure to call today!

Andria’s Steakhouse 16125 Chesterfield Pkwy. West Chesterfield (636) 530-9800 4 p.m.-11 p.m. Mon.-Tues.; 11 a.m.-12 a.m. Wed. - Fri.; 4 p.m.-1 a.m. Sat.; 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m., and 4 p.m.-10 p.m. - Sun. www.andriaschesterfield.com

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For nearly 25 years, Carries Boutique has provided unique designer fashions for women. Its new owner, Stephanie Robinson, believes that the way women look is essential to they are and how they feel, and her shop is geared for women with a sense of personal style who want to invest in their image.

“As a working wife and mother, I recognize challenges women are often faced with regarding fashion choices and the difficulty of finding just the right outfit that represents who they are,” Stephanie said.

Carries Boutique carries an everchanging inventory of select designer brands of quality casual apparel and unique fashion accessories.

“Carries does the shopping for you,” Stephanie said. “By looking for the latest fashions in New York and Las Vegas, we can bring customers the styles they’re looking for.”

The store soon will be stocked with fresh spring fashions. New inventory from Brighton and a large selection of jewelry, handbags and clothing are perfect for Valentine’s Day gifting.

“Our slogan is, ‘your friends won’t be

wearing what you’re wearing,’” Stephanie said. “We are a boutique that specializes in one-of-a-kind items chosen with our customers in mind.”

The staff is dedicated to providing exceptional personal service and styling assistance. “By appointment” after-hours shopping accommodates customers’ schedules.

“Our commitment is to provide women with distinctive, unique, and stylish quality clothing and accessories,” Stephanie said. “Our primary concern is to ensure our customers are satisfied with their purchases. Carries Boutique is here to make sure your shopping experience is all about you.”

Carries Boutique 107 O’Fallon Commons Drive O’Fallon (636) 281-1254 Mon. - Fri. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. www.carries-boutique.com

After working for 20-plus years as a corporate executive, local resident Sue Perszyk decided to fulfill her desire to become an entrepreneur and invested in Express Medical Transporters (EMT), the nation’s first non-emergency medical transportation provider. Since launching her EMT business in May 2008, Perszyk’s staff has grown from 13 to 22 employees, her transportation fleet has almost tripled in size, the business relocated to a facility more than four times its original size, and monthly gross sales have doubled.

“There is a tremendous need for our services, and we are a very professional, customer focused operation,” Perszyk said. “Taking care of our customers is our utmost priority, and that has been the key to our growth.”

Servicing St. Charles, Lincoln, and Warren Counties, EMT specializes in professional, non-emergency transportation services for clients in wheelchairs, seniors and the disabled, children with special needs, and many others. Clients receive safe transportation to and from

medical appointments, school, family functions and more.

EMT operates a fleet of well-maintained mini-vans, sedans and wheelchair vehicles, all equipped with push-to-talk phones and GPS capability. Professional drivers provide door-to-door service in a helpful, considerate manner.

EMT services are offered 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and are utilized by adult day care facilities, rehab centers, mental health facilities, medical offices, hospitals, schools and more.

“Just because some of our clients can no longer drive doesn’t mean they should lose their freedom to be able to get out and go,” Perszyk said.

With EMT, there is no need to worry about getting where you need to be.

Just give them a call, and get where you need to go.

EMT 2026 Trade Center Drive • St. Peters (636) 240-4410 www.emt-midmo.com

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Parkside Retirement Living, established in 1977, is a full service, faith based, not-for-profit continuing care retirement community (CCRC). They are located next to Blanchette Park in Old St. Charles on a beautifully landscaped 13 -acre campus. Parkside is very near the historic St. Charles Main Street district and area hospitals.

The mission statement at Parkside remains today as it was when it was founded, namely, to provide “… an affordable, high quality living environment to the senior population.

Parkside’s emphasis is to maintain the highest quality of independence within all levels of care by offering programs and services which support the social, emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects of each individual within a supportive community.”

Because Parkside is a CCRC, it is very easy to transition from the Independent Living to the Residential Care and Health Care portions of the community. All of these “living” areas are available in a connected complex on the same campus should, for example, a spouse or friend

require short term rehabilitation, or a longer term stay. Late in 2009, a gentleman moved from a St. Charles area Independent Living facility to Parkside, where he could easily visit his spouse on a several times daily basis.

Tom Walther, a St. Louis area native and veteran health care and senior service executive, is the Executive Director at Parkside. A Saint Louis University graduate with a master’s in Health Care Administration, Walther is very familiar with Parkside and its 5-Star status.

“While the 5 Star rating is in reference to a designation achieved only through strict adherence to quality of care standards and a rigorous state survey process, I can confidently say that this rating is equally applicable to our entire Community,” Walther asserts.

Parkside Retirement Living 2150 W. Randolph Street St. Charles (636) 946-4966 www.parksideretirement.org

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The Welsch Furnace Company (now Welsch Heating and Cooling Company) was founded in 1895 by current president George “Butch” Welsch’s great-grandfather. Welsch Heating and Cooling is proud to be celebrating its 115th anniversary.

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

“With our company, our customers are not just numbers. We value every one of our customers and want to do everything we can to make certain they are satisfied. We are extremely proud to have served customers in the St. Louis area for over 115 years, and we are still

very dedicated to make sure that we serve you properly.”

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

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

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

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It has been less than a year since Bob and Vickie Mohan opened The Wooden Door in Wentzville, and already, they are expanding to meet the demand for their eclectic mix of home décor and gift items. Abundantly stocked with distinctive yet affordable pieces – including framed art, mirrors, handcrafted furniture, candles, baby and children’s gifts, jewelry, floral designs, kitchen gadgets, gourmet foods, Missouri-made items and more – The Wooden Door has quickly become a favorite destination for shoppers throughout St. Charles and St. Louis Counties.

What sets The Wooden Door apart is the fact that shoppers can find a large selection of unique merchandise in just one place. There are items for men, women and children, and new items are added to the shelves every week.

Customers also appreciate the shop’s unique charm and the friendly service provided by its pleasant personnel.

The Wooden Door offers a bridal and gift registry service, and Vickie is developing a rewards program for

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Barefoot Flooring stays current with today’s trends and can help customers select a floor that will remain stylish and beautiful for many years to come without breaking the bank. Their installers are experienced experts who work diligently to ensure a flawless fit.

When the time is right for new flooring, stop by Barefoot Flooring for the right floor.

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By Mary Ann O’Toole Holley O’Fallon Mayor Bill Hennessy reiterated his drive for an open and transparent government during his “state of the city” address at City Hall earlier this month, adding that O’Fallon is “a crown jewel,” that is economically efficient, safe and continues to be one of America’s best places to raise a family.

Hennessy gave the first of what will continue to be an annual address as required under the new City Charter, which voters put into place in April 2009.

“Because of you, home rule has come to O’Fallon and we are now truly a city in control of our own future,” Hennessy said.

Under the new “home rule” Charter City status residents now have the power of initiative, referendum and recall.

That means the city is allowed to manage its own affairs, reducing redundancies in government. The initiative allows voters to bypass the City Council and propose new ordinances. Referendum permits the voters to veto ordinances passed by the City Council. Recall allows the voters to remove an elected official before the term has expired.

Hennessy said the year 2009 was a year unlike any other. Country, state and city faced difficult economic environment. He said for the first time in many years residents of the city and region experienced a recession that hit each and every one.

“Whether it was a loss of a job, decline in our retirement accounts, closing of a business or fighting off foreclosure or bankruptcy, O’Fallon residents were challenged and continue to be challenged like never before,” Hennessy said. “We all know it’s not over yet, however, most of the economic indexes are looking up.”

Hennessy said most of the economic indexes are looking up, and that the city enters 2010 with a new sense of optimism.

“We all made changes in 2009, and we’re better for that experience,” Hennessy said.

“Our economy will bounce back, and our residents, our businesses and our city are prepared to lead in that recovery.”

Hennessy thanked the City Council, Finance Department and city staff for withstanding challenges of 2009.

Today O’Fallon is the seventh largest city in Missouri and the second largest in the St. Louis Metropolitan area, behind only the city of St. Louis. O’Fallon is home to several international businesses, 1,200 small businesses and 78,000 residents, Hennessy said.

“Despite the downturn, O’Fallon is truly a city on the rise,” Hennessy said. “As mayor and a resident who has raised a family in

this great city, I am well aware of the benefits of living in the city of O’Fallon, and thanks to the continuing national recognition the city has received, it has become common knowledge around this country.”

Again this year, O’Fallon was named as one of the country’s best places to live for the third year, he said.

“This continues our string of national accolades our city has received in the last four years,” Hennessy said. “In addition O’Fallon was again listed as one of our country’s safest cities. This is because of the amazing police department, and residents who maintain their neighborhoods and watch out for each other.”

Hennessy said 2009 was a time of transition for O’Fallon. National searches were conducted to fill the position of police chief and city administrators. Roy Joachimstaler, a veteran officer with the St. Louis city police department, was named Chief of Police, replacing former Chief Jerry Schulte and filling a position served by Interim Police Chief, Mayor William Seibert, who served as chief during the nearly year-long search.

Keith Riesberg, the former city administrator in Sedalia, Mo., was named city administrator to replace Robert Lowery Jr. Lowery was pushed out in summer as one of Hennessy’s campaign promises and given a settlement in excess of $200,000.

Hennessy thanked Finance Director Vicki Boschert who filled the city administrator position on an interim basis.

Hennessy said the Finance Department used the economic condition and lower interest rates to refinance more than $16 million in bonds last year. These efforts will result in more than $800,000 in savings to the city, Hennessy said.

“That’s an example of innovative thinking that has helped our city deal with the downturn,” Hennessy said.

He said there were countless accomplishments, but the city’s first major accomplishment was bringing water and sewer in-house. The system, formerly managed

by Alliance, brought Alliance employees onboard as city staff to operate the systems.

Lt Gov. Peter Kinder also presented the city with the Innovators Award in recognition of the city’s Heritage and Freedom Fest.

The city’s Parks Department had another banner year, completing the Master Plan for the city’s newest park to be constructed off Hwy. DD. “We will not rest on our laurels,” Hennessy said. “We are committed to improving our city government, and we encourage residents to help as well,” he said.

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O’Fallon renters will now need occupancy permits

By Mary Ann O’Toole Holley The O’Fallon City Council, upon recommendation of the city’s building code inspectors, approved an ordinance requiring that all renters get an occupancy permit and have rental properties inspected prior to move-in.

The requirement goes into effect March 14.

Fees are $75 for a single-family permit and $50 for a multi-family permit, per unit. If two units within the same apartment complex are inspected at the same time, fees are reduced to $45 each. If three or more are inspected, cost reduces to $40 each.

“I think that for safety reasons, the occupancy permit process will keep residents safe,” said Mayor Bill Hennessy. “It will make sure everything is up to par on the homes and apartments. It has nothing to do with who is renting the property. It’s about the property and property conditions.”

In prior years, O’Fallon had no rental property inspection requirement, while St. Peters, Wentzville and Lake Saint Louis already required the process.

Councilman Pierce Conley said he thinks that requiring occupancy permits for rental properties is too much government control.

“Every time a home or apartment changes hands on a rental it would have to be reinspected,” Conley said. “Of all the rental properties I’ve dealt with in my real estate career, the rentals I handled for clients were as good as any house. To me it’s just an unnecessary fee that will hurt homeowners.”

Conley and Councilman Mark Perkins voted against the ordinance.

“Without a doubt, we’ll get someone who says I didn’t know, or I forgot,” said Councilman Bill Gardner. “Say a guy puts money down and plans to move in, and finds out it is not livable. Do we have a backup plan?”

Director of Building Safety Nathan Lacey said responsibility for the maintenance of the apartment would be on the landlord. If there are no life safety issues cited, the renter could receive a temporary permit.

Lacey said under property maintenance codes, rental units and homes would be grandfathered in terms of building requirements. If there are no outlets in bathrooms, and there are no safety breakers on plug outlets, the property owner would not be required to update them.

Conley said there was a lot of joking and laughs about rental properties and their poorly maintained outside structures.

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“Concern is that with the housing slowWhat happens when down, not as many housing inspections have been done,” Conley said. “So now, you believe everything is possible? the city is going after rental inspections.”

Lacey said that was not true. He said that during the past five years, the types of inspections done have been increased.

Now, city inspectors do grading inspections, and lawn irrigation permits to make sure things like lawn irrigation backflow is installed. The inspectors also do mechanical inspections for replacement equipment like water heaters and furnaces.

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Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center “Again, here we are imposing another to provide both emergency and inpatient governmental fee that will make housing less affordable in the city,” Conley said. pediatric care in Lake Saint Louis. And “It’s more government fees, and I’ll be The Family Birthplace offers private voting no.” birthing suites and a Level II NICU, Councilman Dan Haney (Ward 3) said which gives expectant parents peace of mind. We are striving it is the City Council’s job to protect the residents of the city. in every way to deliver the best care and best results for our “I still feel strongly that we need to be patients, which means the very best medical care isn’t across proactive, rather than having a landlord the bridge. It’s all right here. To find an SSM doctor who’s right calling us to take a look at a rental unit,” for you, call 1.866.SSM.DOCS. Haney said. “I think this is a good step; a step in the right direction, but I wish in the future this would become a process where the rental residences are inspected across the board every few years. I support this, but hope we can look at further protecting residents.”

Councilman Rick Lucas (Ward 2) said inspections will be valid for one year. If the rental unit is inspected, another inspection wouldn’t be required until the tenant S S M H E A LT H .CO M /S S M S J H W moved out.

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BASEMENTS BY DESIGN The Childbloom Guitar Program, a comprehensive musical education program for children aged 5 to 12, is the largest program of its kind in the country. Local Childbloom Director Chris Peleshenko, recipient of Childbloom’s national “Instructor of the Year Award” in 2005, 2007, and 2008, has been teaching the program in the St. Louis area for seven years.

“I’ve seen many guitar methods in the last 15 years,” Peleshenko said. “Not one produces the success that drives motivation in the student like the Childbloom Guitar Program.”

Childbloom’s success stems from several unique features: • Small classes – With a maximum of four students per class, kids get comfortable playing solo and in a group.

• Parental involvement – Parents are encouraged to attend lessons and are counseled on how to help at home.

• Small guitars – Guitars sized for kids allow high skill development without hand injury.

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• Specially trained instructor – Experienced musicians are trained in child development. Their teaching is periodically critiqued to retain certification.

With the addition to the teaching staff of David Hagan, a student of music education at Webster University, the Childbloom Program now has classes available five days a week.

Come and experience this unique approach to music education firsthand at the Childbloom Guitar Program Open House from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. on Sat., February 6.

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Basements by Design transforms ordinary spaces into extraordinary spaces by bringing the best in creative design, superior craftsmanship and first-rate customer service to value-minded homeowners.

Armed with more than 20 years of design and construction experience, Basements by Design owner Steve Fechter believes much of the company’s success lies in the fact that he and his principal partner handle every aspect of every job to ensure customer satisfaction every time.

“We’re more than two guys hammering two-by-fours together,” Steve said.

“We do it all, from our free design consultation to the finished product: design, plumbing, drywall, electrical, cabinetry, bookcases, art glass and many other design elements. We bring in all of our tools, set up shop in your basement, and we’re there until the project is complete.”

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TRANS Alliance Tax & Accounting Services, LLC Accuracy, integrity, honesty and a commitment to personalized quality service along with customer satisfaction at a reasonable fee are the guiding principles on which Alliance Tax & Accounting Services, LLC was founded four tax seasons ago.

Bruce Huelskamp is Alliance’s newest full time professional. Bruce is a CPA and holds an MBA degree and boasts over 30 years of tax and accounting experience with particular expertise regarding fixed asset-related issues.

Bruce, along with co-owners Darrell Hackmann and Robert (Bob) Woodsmall (who are both enrolled agents), feel the knowledge and experience of a CPA or Enrolled Agent is essential to professionally fulfilling client needs. When the time comes to select that tax preparation professional, remember to ask for their credentials and qualifications. Many nationwide tax preparation companies use part-time

preparers who have no qualification other than a short tax course and charge fees much greater than Alliance. At Alliance Tax, you can typically save $40 to $125 on your 1040 fees when compared to nationwide tax chains and franchises.

Alliance is a locally owned and operated company. Bruce, Darrell and Bob all have strong community ties from years of living in the same neighborhoods as their clients. They strive to offer reasonable rates and outstanding year-round service. All these reasons should make Alliance the first choice when it comes to tax planning and preparation needs. Give them a call to schedule your consultation today.

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their lifestyle. Whether it’s a sportsthemed room, home theater or kids’ entertainment room, a client’s vision becomes reality.

While it may not be the least expensive company out there, one thing is certain: Clients can trust Basements by Design to honor its commitment to create distinctive, finished basements in a timely, budget-conscious manner.

“We’ve all heard the horror stories with some of these makeshift contractors. They don’t show up; they change the quote after they start the project,” Steve said. “I’ve never done that. We do one project at a time, so when we start your project, we show up and work a full day every day until the job is complete, and when I design a basement and give somebody a price, I stick to that price. That’s it.”

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More than two years later, Jane still is thin and healthy. Her mission is to help women get healthy bodies, beautiful shapes and start new lives of total health and personal transformation.

Since 2008, Jane has helped hundreds of people lose 20-30 pounds in just 40 days with the program she started as Beyond Pounds and Inches. In 2009, she relaunched the company as TransFigure Total Health, recognizing that clients’ lives are about much more than weight loss. TransFigure can support them weight loss, nutritional counseling, supplements and food products in development.

Jane works with clients directly and manages a growing force of TransFigured field counselors - women who have lost weight with the TransFigure program and are making TransFigure their careers. As a nurse, Jane monitors the health of clients with medical problems and delivers nursing support offered in TransFigure health-upgraded packages.

Jane’s daughter, Amanda, manages marketing and operations, overseeing the company’s growth. She also lives with Type 1 diabetes and conquered weight struggles with the TransFigure program.

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MobileVet provides personalized, professional and compassionate veterinary care in the comfort and convenience of the pet owner’s home.

“We believe that the level of care that MobileVet brings to your home will far exceed your expectations,” Plappert said. “Home visits are very convenient for the multiple-pet household, animals that don’t travel well, families with children, and the elderly.”

Plappert spent many years practicing emergency veterinary medicine before opening MobileVet in March 2009.

MobileVet was designed for both dog and cat owners. Veterinary care provided includes vaccinations, dental procedures, minor surgical procedures, blood work and much more.

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Located in the heart of Ladue, L’Ecole Culinaire Saint Louis offers students an in depth and diverse training experience by professional chefs from the St. Louis culinary industry. With eight kitchen labs using current industry standard equipment, L’École’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for a career in the culinary industry upon graduation.

“Our students are passionate about what they do. They are excited about coming each day to learn new techniques and new cuisine,” said Jane McNamee, campus director of L’Ecole Culinaire Saint Louis. “Our chef instructors work hands-on with the students to ensure as close to a real-world experience as possible.”

At L’École Culinaire, a unique advisory board features experienced culinary professionals from the St. Louis area. The board members review

home also allows Plappert to spend as much time as needed.

“I make a better connection with the owners, and we are not limited to the typical 15- to 20-minute appointments,” Plappert said.

“I love to see the animals in the comfort of their own home,” Plappert said. “Many times, pets are scared in a veterinary hospital and are not ‘themselves,’ but when we visit them at home, they are much more relaxed and comfortable.”

All of this makes the veterinary experience much more pleasant for all involved.

“To be able to provide a high quality level of medicine with the added convenience is invaluable,” Plappert said.

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and provide guidance on curriculum, equipment and facilities which enables L’Ecole Culinaire Saint Louis to continue offering students training based on current industry trends.

L’Ecole Culinaire Saint Louis prepares students for a career in the culinary industry by offering Associates of Occupational Studies Degrees in Culinary Arts and Culinary Management and a Diploma in Culinary Essentials.

Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Day and evening classes are available. For more information contact an admissions representative or visit their Web site.

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Are you ready for a vacation? Could last year’s trip have been better? Next time, remember to call Just Cruises.

For more than 19 years, Just Cruises owners Jerry and Linda Bosch and their staff have been helping people get the most out of cruise and land packaged vacations.

“We have sailed almost 300 cruises combined,” the Boschs said.

Just Cruises is nationally recognized as a top producer for many cruise and tour companies, such as Globus, Funjet, Princess, Carnival, Norwegian, Royal Caribbean and several others. Just Cruises specializes in groups, family reunions, destination weddings and honeymoon packages.

In 2009, Jerry and Linda escorted two groups, cruised five times and stayed at an all-inclusive resort in Cancun. The 17th annual 14-day cruise/tour of Alaska departing on June 14 will be escorted

by Karen Gerard.

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Ceasar and Cherry Villegas enjoyed Smoothie King smoothies so much that they purchased a franchise in Cottleville.

“I have been a big fan of Smoothie King smoothies since 2000,” Cherry said. “I love the taste first and foremost, and I don’t feel guilty drinking them. My family and I were always at Smoothie King anyway, so why not have one for ourselves?”

Those unfamiliar with Smoothie King should take note: It is not your average juice bar.

“It is considered a juice bar, but Smoothie King is the premier smoothie bar and nutritional lifestyle center in the industry,” Cherry said. “Smoothie King offers guests the original, nutritional fresh-blended real fruit smoothie and healthy retail products, including sport beverages, energy bars, healthy snacks, vitamin supplements, herbs, minerals and other sports nutrition products.”

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Are you seriously thinking about Alaska or Europe for 2010? From 7 to 9 p.m. on Thurs., Feb. 4, Just Cruises will host in their offices an Alaska/Europe Cruise Planning Night with Princess Cruises. Amy Alford, of Princess Cruises, will give the presentation.

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“We enjoy providing our customers with professional services and the best prices,” the Boschs said.

The Boschs always say, “Remember, you only go around once, so make it a good trip!”

Just Cruises 521 Salt lick Road • St. Peters (636) 970-2581 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Mon.-Fri.; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sat.; www.cruisenut.com

Smoothie King smoothies are served in a cup so are easy to consume on the go.

They are the perfect meal alternative for those wanting to trim down, build muscle, get an energy boost or simply indulge in a great tasting, healthy snack.

Flavor options are limitless, and each rich and creamy real fruit smoothie is made fresh to order by the friendly staff at the Cottleville Smoothie King.

Ceasar and Cherry happily accept catering and volume orders at a discounted price and offer fundraising for area schools, sports teams and social organizations.

“Taste does not have to suffer to live a healthier lifestyle,” Cherry said.

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STARS graduates, parents, and staff members will be available at the booth to answer questions.

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Girl talk Award-winning author Carrie SilverStock will present an informational event for mothers and their daughters, ages 11 and older, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Jan. 30, at the in the Emerson Auditorium at the St. Luke’s Hospital Institute for Health Education.

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Girls Need Dreams” and “Secrets Girls Her work explores various themes, Keep: What’s Your Daughter Texting?” using diverse textiles, fibers and media.

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Turning a house into a home is a privilege that the design team at Bassett Furniture and Design take seriously although they have great fun with every project. The designers at Bassett are united in an effort to help clients create beautiful homes with quality affordable furniture.

“Our design team listens to what is important to the client and then they create a room perfect for each individual client or family,” said Catherine Riebold, general manager, an interior designer with 20 years experience. “They don’t just try to sell what is current; they customize each design plan. Our complimentary with purchase in home design service offers one-on-one help with a design expert.”

Bassett Furniture Industries is headquartered in Bassett, Va., and the stores locally are owned by Tony Schneider. The company has been in the furniture business for more than 100 years and offers furniture options for a range of clients – from the young couple looking for a quality sofa to

families looking for custom, designer pieces.

The company’s new Customer’s Own Material program provides an unlimited choice of fabric.

“Our top grain leather is available in hundreds of color choices,” Riebold said. “Bassett also offers a lifetime warranty on both the seat cushions and the frame.”

Case good pieces are made of hardwoods, and all pieces feature dovetailing and corner blocks. The custom dining program also offers a myriad of colors, table-tops, legs and chairs.

So that customers’ dreams may come true now, a variety of finance plans are offered.

Bassett Furniture and Design 14201 Manchester Rd. • Manchester (636) 230-8400 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Mon-Sat; 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday www.bassettfurniture.com

Academic skills are the stepping-stones to success for students of all ages and grade levels. By teaching skills in phonics, reading, writing, math, study skills and ACT/SAT Exam Prep, Huntington Learning Center helps kids achieve success that lasts a lifetime.

Students with weak or marginal skills tend to stumble through school, becoming caught in a cycle of struggle and frustration. Oftentimes, all they need to break this cycle is a personalized program of instruction to bolster one or more basic skill levels. As students experience success in their program and see they can learn, success replaces failure, confidence replaces frustration and bad grades improve.

Because each student is different, Huntington always begins with a thorough diagnostic evaluation to pinpoint weak areas. They then meet with parents privately to review test results and recommend a personalized program of instruction. The prescription for success is unique to Huntington and has helped hundreds of thousands of students develop skills, confidence and motivation. Unlike traditional tutoring,

which helps students in a specific subject or course, instruction at Huntington helps in all areas. Students do not complete traditional school work or homework while attending the center.

Instead students apply the skills they learn to any assignment or project given in school.

Founded in 1977 by professional educator Dr. Raymond and Eileen Huntington, Huntington Learning Center is the oldest and most respected provider of supplemental education in the nation. A recent survey by Solomon & Associates revealed that 93% of Huntington families recommend their services to others. Huntington Learning Center knows your child can learn and helps each student do better in school.

They provide services to students in grades K-12.

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Enhancing the bond between your pet and family

Positive Paws Pet Training was opened in December, 2006 by Kim Gracner.

With a lifelong passion for dogs and successfully educating over 1,800 dogs, she decided to create a company which provides individualized training.

Positive Paws Pet Training offers an in-home customized service differing in plans depending on the pet owner’s goals. In-home training allows your dog to learn in his own environment.

Kim’s programs are tailored to teach all ages and breeds. Everyday issues such as house training, jumping, digging, nipping, and barking are addressed accordingly in every plan, along with more challenging issues such as aggression, anxiety, or fear.

Since pet ownership has dramatically increased over the years, Kim believes that the public more readily recognizes the impact and benefit of training.

Today, dogs are an important part of the family.

“People understand that training is more than just teaching your dog cues,”

Kim says. “It involves understanding your dog’s behavior.”

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

Kim is a Certified Canine Behavior Counselor, Certified Pet Dog Trainer, member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers Association and Association of Companion Animal Behavior Counselors. She continues to expand her knowledge by attending training seminars and workshops by worldrenowned trainers and behaviorists.

Kim and her husband have two fourlegged family members: Brandie, a Chocolate Labrador Retriever, and Baxter, a Golden Retriever.

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Jaime Grosvenor, owner of Molly Maid of St. Charles County, has high expectations for the services they provide. “The instant you walk in your home, you’ll know we were there” is the company slogan because the experience of coming home to a clean fresh house is just invigorating. “We want our customers to feel good when they walk in the door and have more free time to enjoy,” explains Jaime.

Molly Maid was voted Best Value by “Good Housekeeping” magazine and gives every customer’s home “The Pink Glove Treatment.” That means that Jaime or her manager comes to a potential customer’s home and discusses their unique cleaning needs and expectations to develop a written “Pink Glove Treatment” plan.

“Each person’s expectations are different and not every cleaning company bothers to ask about personal expectations,” says Jaime. “We don’t require contracts from our customers and know we have to earn their continued busi-

ness every time we walk in the door.

How can I guarantee satisfaction if I don’t really listen to how a customer wants things done?”

Molly Maid assures that their teams will treat each home with the utmost care and respect. Customers can expect a team of two uniformed, bonded and insured cleaners to arrive with all of the necessary supplies and equipment.

They have reliable transportation in the familiar blue cars with distinctive pink Molly Maid logos and professional uniforms.

“Our customers often find that we offer more reliability and peace of mind than they’ve ever experienced from a maid service,” Jaime said. If you want to make coming home feel great again, contact Molly Maid today.

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Since opening their doors in 1974, Mattresses & More has known what their customers are looking for: great values on great products. Thousands of St. Charles County residents have already discovered that you don’t have to drive all over town to compare mattress brands. With all of America’s favorite mattress brands under one roof, at the guaranteed lowest price, you don’t have to work hard to get a great night’s rest.

Over the past 36 years, the family owned and operated mattress warehouse has grown their showroom to more than twice its original size. This allows them to offer all the best values available from Serta, Simmons, Sealy, Spring Air, Comfort-Aire, and TempurPedic.

By knowing what their customer’s are looking for, they are able to select the best values from all the best mattress brands, which allows their sleep specialists to focus on quality and comfort, offering smart choices to smart

shoppers.

With all the best mattress brands and the most experienced sleep specialists, Mattresses & More is sure they have the right mattress for you. Because they negotiate directly with the manufacturers, they can guarantee you the lowest price available on your next mattress purchase. They now are even offering SleepTrust Comfort Assurance, which allows you to try out your next mattress in your home for a complete year, riskfree. You can rest assured knowing you got the best price on the best mattress when you shop with the smart shoppers at Mattresses & More.

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Bickley Scriptno place like home, unless it’s “There’s Minion Pro Italic Caregivers Inn.” That is what Robyn Schaber says about her senior living facility. A registered nurse for 30 years and licensed nursing home administrator for 17 years, Schaber recently celebrated 14 years as owner of Caregivers Inn. Caregivers Inn offers the warmth of home living to seniors who no longer are able to live alone. Schaber believes she has captured something special that no other senior living facility has – an environment that not only looks like home but feels like home, too.

Many senior living facilities offer bells and whistles like swimming pools, exercise rooms, lounges, movie theatres, and more, but most residents never use those amenities, so why pay for them? Caregivers Inn offers simple, healthy living at an affordable rate.

Safety and quality of care are hallmarks of the facility, and they offer the following promises of service at no extra charge: three well balanced meals and two snacks daily, medication administration, 24-hour nursing super-

vision, assistance with daily living, emergency call system, housekeeping and laundry services, scheduled activities and field trips, and beauty and barber shops. Rehab services such physical, occupational, and speech therapies are also available. Caregivers Inn qualifies for long-term care insurance and veteran’s benefits.

If you are planning a vacation for yourself and need a place for a senior loved one, why not plan a vacation for them, too? Caregivers Inn offers short term stays of two weeks or more. Think of it as an all-inclusive vacation for your loved one.

Caregivers Inn is small, personal and the residents really enjoy their home.

Come see for yourself. Stay for lunch!

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Beseda Flooring Cappuccino’s Restaurant, a hidden gem in O’Fallon has expanded its menu to offer the best homemade breakfast around. Along with great coffee and espresso drinks, customers now enjoy pancakes, eggs, omelets, homemade corned beef hash and even Eggs Benedict. Also new are daily lunch and dinner specials, like pulled pork, coleslaw and a side; roasted chicken, red potatoes and corn; and meatloaf, mashed potatoes and green beans. Other homemade meals, burgers, sandwiches and salads still are served, and Cappuccino’s still offers breakfast any time. A new kids’ menu features breakfast starting at $3.29 and lunch starting at $3.79.

“We are still family owned and operated, but with the changing economy, we grew instead of laying people off and getting smaller,” owner Wendy Meyerson said.

Cappuccino’s still has a cozy atmosphere with comfortable, sit-down dining service and free Wi-Fi, but because life can get busy, they offer convenient

drive-thru service, too.

“Just call and tell us what you want, when you plan on picking it up and we’ll have it waiting at the drive thru just for you,” Wendy said.

When there are many mouths to feed, Cappuccino’s can fill the bill with catering and delivery, too.

“We have a large catering menu, but Chef Ken can customize what you want,” Wendy said. “Whether it’s boxed lunches, our meatloaf, pulled pork, Philly cheese steaks or cranberry chicken walnut salad, your clients, partners or neighbors will be impressed. When you compare us to the big chains, your wallet will like us, too.”

Cappuccino’s Restaurant 840 Bryan Road • O’Fallon (636) 980-2326 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., Mon.-Fri.; 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sat.-Sun. www.cappuccinoscoffee.com

Nearly 15 years ago Beseda Flooring opened its doors on Westwood Drive in Weldon Spring. Owner Brian Beseda has since tripled the floor space of his showroom to include the finest flooring manufacturers and perhaps the best selection of floors in St. Charles County.

Brian has grown the business in several different ways, but the real key to his success is his ability to listen to his customers and to find a way to fufill their needs. His expert advice has not only helped his customers find the right product for their homes and their families, but often he can find ways to save the customers a few of their hard earned dollars. By building trust within the community, Brian and his exceptional staff have set the foundation for a tremendous reputation that cannot be bought, only earned.

Recently, Beseda Flooring has branched off into a new direction.

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the flooring business. Wanting to make sure that there was not loss in quality to the customer, Brian slowly began to take on new projects at the request of some of his best customers. The results have been nothing less than spectacular.

Customers have been very pleased with not only the quality of work, but the reasonable costs that have accompanied their projects.

Whether it is carpet, hardwoods, ceramics or laminate flooring or an entire kitchen remodel, the professional staff at Beseda Flooring will work to attain one goal: complete and total customer satisfaction. From sales to installation, that goal is what drives the crew at Beseda to be the best in their industry.

Beseda Flooring 5773 Westwood Dr. • O’Fallon (636) 926-9989 www.besedaflooring.com

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Multiple choice: Proposal would give parents option of where to send children to school

By Casey Godwin Missouri legislators are considering a bill that would allow parents to choose the their children’s school district.

Sponsored by State Rep. Shane Schoeller (R-Dist. 139), House Bill 1552 was introduced on Jan. 11 with the intent to give parents the option of changing districts without changing addresses. The bill is reminiscent of the open enrollment bill that passed through the Missouri House of Representatives last year before dying in the Senate.

Under the current incarnation of the legislation, parents enrolling students into outside districts would have to inform both their residential district and the district they intend to enroll by January.

Districts would be allowed to keep class size standards, however those standards and availability of space for out-of-district students would have to be determined each year.

The bill’s co-sponsor, State Rep. Timothy Jones (R-Dist. 89), called open enrollment a “tool that will assist failing school districts.”

“Currently, kids are subject to whatever zip code they happen to live in,” Jones said. “If you’re in a failing school district you should have the opportunity

to seek that education in a different public school district where you can actually get a good education.”

Both Jones and Schoeller said that every child in the state is entitled to a public education, and that the quality of that education shouldn’t be limited to where the parent’s reside.

However, some school districts worry

that the costs will be on them.

“When you’re a resident and taxpayer and you move into a district, you generally move there because the schools are part of what you’re looking for,” Fort Zumwalt superintendent Bernard DuBray said. “To have people come from other districts and not move their residents, I don’t think it’s fair to the taxpayer.”

According the legislation, a student participating in open enrollment would be counted in the district of residence. The district of residence would then pay the receiving district an annual amount equal to the cost of that student’s education, plus local tax revenues, not exceeding the perpupil cost in the sending district or receiving district, whichever is less.

Transportation would be left up to the parents, although Schoeller said school districts may work out transportation options on an individual basis. For example, if a student lives near the boundary of a neighboring district they attend, they may be able to ride a bus belonging to the receiving district provided they can make arrangements to meet it.

About 19 states currently have mandatory open enrollment, yet local school officials worry there isn’t enough research to show that it is an effective policy.

“There’s no research to show that open enrollment has improved student test scores,” DuBray said. “I think some of the thinking is if we allow students to go wherever they want, maybe that will allow the district that’s losing kids to the competition to get better. I think that’s a fallacy.”

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Dr. Joseph Attewall, medical director for critical care, said a centralized nursing station will make it easier for nurses to have quick access to all 14 rooms in the unit.

The nursing station in the old ICU was not as easily accessible to each room.

The new unit was also constructed with alcoves with windows and computers outside each patient room for better monitoring and charting.

Families visiting loved ones in the ICU will have a much closer waiting room with direct access from the ICU family and visitor waiting area to the ICU entrance. The former waiting area was down the hall and around a corner.

“It’s much nicer for the family,” Sparks said.

The former 16-bed ICU was added to a new wing in 1983.

Attewell said the hospital completed a study last year that found the old ICU, with its 16 beds was full only 15 percent of the time. “So 85 percent of the time, we should be confined to the one (new) unit,” Attewell said.

The former ICU will be renovated to expand the hospital’s emergency department.

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By Amy Armour Intensive care doctors and nurses will now have plenty of room to take care of patients at St. Joseph Health Center.

After about a year of construction, St. Joseph Health Center in St. Charles has opened its new $4.6 million intensive care unit.

“We are thrilled to begin our new year with the opening of this beautiful, stateof-the-art unit,” said Gaspare Calvaruso, president of SSM St. Joseph Health Center.

“This project was on the top of our list because we know how important it is to the health and welfare of St. Charles County residents.”

The new ICU opened with a blessing and dedication on Jan. 4, with its first patients moving into the second floor unit on Jan. 5.

The new ICU has 14 private rooms situated around a centralized nursing station. The unit also has five additional beds nearby, equipped for ICU patients.

Rachel Sparks, RN and manager of the ICU, said the new rooms are much larger, allowing doctors and nurses easier access to patients. And with the new monitoring equipment, hospital workers needed the extra space.

“In the old unit we were tripping all over ourselves,” Sparks said.

The new unit includes all new beds, which are positioned to allow 360-degree access of the patients. The rooms also include a large bathroom, which Sparks said was a

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“It’s important to register but it’s more important to vote,” Chrismer said. “This is a very, very important year.”

U.S. and Missouri Senate and Representative primary elections are Aug. 3 followed by the general election on Nov. 2.

Chrismer is proud of the county’s high percentage of registered voters. In comparison, he said, “Jackson County (Kansas City area) has 650,000 residents and 240,000 registered voters. Percentage wise, we’re more than double the registrations per population.”

However, the Election Authority has to be notified when residents change addresses even if the move is within the same county.

“We have about 20,000 people a year who move inside the county,” Chrismer said. “If they don’t notify us of their address change, we can’t send them their voter registration card and that contains the location of their polling place.”

He also notes that many people have become engaged in grassroots political movements in recent months who have not been particularly interested in elections in the past.

Chrismer said he is pleased so many are becoming more involved in the political process but there is more than one election – Nov. 2 – this year and March 10 is the deadline to register to vote in the April 6 municipal elections.

“The people you vote for in local elections are the people who are closest to you,” Chrismer said. “They make the decisions that affect your everyday life.”

The next hot topic date is the Aug. 3 primary when the candidates are chosen who will run in the general election on Nov. 2.

“These state House and Senate races are every bit as important at the U.S. Senate and Congressional races,” Chrismer said.

“Those are our neighbors, the local representatives who represent us in Jefferson City.”

Additionally, June 8 is available for public elections. The deadline to file is May 12. To date, no issues have been placed on the ballot.

Those not currently registered, who have moved since the last time they voted or your whose name has changed, registration forms are available at: the county Election Authority, all public libraries, public schools, the St. Charles Community College, all city halls and the Department of Motor Vehicles in this county.

Absentee voting by mail or in person opens six weeks prior to election day – the next is April 6 – if the voter meets one of the following conditions: Absent from the jurisdiction in which the voter is registered on election day.

Incapacity or confinement due to an illness or physical disability, including caregivers responsible for the incapacitated voter.

A religious belief or practice.

Employment as an election judge For more information or download-able forms, see the St. Charles County government Web site at: sccmo.org and click on the Election Authority department, the Missouri Secretary of State Web site at sos.mo.gov or phone the county Election Authority office at 949-7550. The office is located at 397 Turner Blvd., in St. Peters.

“I know I say this every year but voting is a privilege – not a guarantee. To exercise your vote is the best way you can preserve your privilege,” Chrismer said.

LSL storm water management public meeting set for Feb. 8 On Feb. 8, Lake Saint Louis City Hall will open its doors to residents and business owners for a presentation of the city’s storm water infrastructure assessment, the cost estimates to address flooding mitigation and the possible funding mechanisms available to the city.

Public Works Director Derek Koestel said the meeting is slated to begin at 6:30 p.m. A question and answer session will follow city staff’s presentation.

“We encourage residents to take advantage of this opportunity to provide input

and to discuss funding approaches for storm water improvements,” Koestel said.

Last November, the Public Works Department released the result of a complete assessment of all the storm water problem spots throughout the city, separating them into two categories – those on publicly owned property and others located on private lands.

The report has been posted on the city’s Web site. The information is at lakesaintlouis.com under the Public Works department.

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Now is the time to watch for bald eagles—even in your own backyard

By Mary Ann O’Toole Holley Every winter, about 2,000 bald eagles migrate to the Middle Mississippi River Valley, settling in the areas near Winfield and Grafton — near the confluence of the Illinois, Missouri and Mississippi rivers.

But just last month, Marsha Melton of O’Fallon had a visit from one of the magnificent birds — right in her own backyard.

“I was shocked, really shocked. We were pulling out of the driveway. I was with my granddaughter, and there it was, a bald eagle flying right by my house,” Melton said.

There, on the corner of Prince Ruppert Drive and St. Margaret in a populated area subdivision near the Old Town area of O’Fallon, she and her granddaughter, Makenzie Burts, 3, gazed as the bird spread its massive wings and soared to a tree nearby.

“It was flying really low, and almost landed on my roof,” Melton said. “Then it landed in the tree on the side of my house, so I ran back in my house, got my camera and zoomed in on him.”

Melton said she had never seen any bald eagles near her home and at first didn’t know what it was. She says that at first, she thought it was a buzzard.

“My 3-year-old granddaughter, Makenzie, kept saying ‘big bird, big bird.’ It was huge.

The wingspan was really big when it took off,” Melton said. “I just got a new camera for Christmas and it came in handy. It came in really handy with the zoom lens.”

Melton said she never drives to the river to view the eagles, but will in the future.

She and her husband have plans to take the drive soon, as bald eagles become prime viewing pleasures.

“You see more in Illinois. This is the first time I’ve ever seen one around this area,” Melton said. “The river is a pretty good distance from our house, but it’s odd, I told my sister and she said it was really odd, because she saw a bald eagle along Hwy. 94.”

January is one of the best times to see these extraordinary birds, according to Andy Forbes, a Missouri Department of Conservation ornithologist assigned to the Missouri Audubon Society office in Columbia.

A recent nest survey found at least 120 pairs of nesting bald eagles in the state — eagles that they believe stay year-round.

Their numbers are growing, too, Forbes said. In 2001, there were just 76 pairs.

“Those (120) are the bald eagles who nest here in the summer, but we don’t know exactly how many stay and go,” Forbes said. “Our wintering population is much larger — those coming from Saskatchewan

A photo of the bald eagle, taken

by Marsha Melton of O’Fallon.

and Minnesota — and that number continues to be 2,000-plus.”

Forbes said warmer weather does make a difference in terms of how many bald eagles migrate south. Their migration habits depend on how much ice is up north.

“If it’s really iced out up north, we get more birds,” Forbes said. “If there is more open water they have no reason to move south, but there are definitely a good number of birds (bald eagles) here, though I haven’t seen the actual survey numbers.”

The eagles’ winter arrival makes the region’s bald eagle population the second largest in the continental United States, Forbes said. When water freezes in the northern part of the United States, they look to places like the Melvin Price Locks and Dam, the Alton Lake section of the Mississippi River, the Two Rivers National Wildlife Refuge, Pere Marquette State Park and the Clarksville area.

The first eagles are usually spotted in December and they migrate back north in March.

Bald eagles were once very common throughout most of the United States, but in 1967 were declared an endangered species.

Federal and state government agencies, along with private organizations, successfully sought to alert the public about the eagle’s plight and to protect its habitat. The 1972 ban on DDT enabled eagles and other birds of prey to once again begin producing young.

In 1994, the bald eagle was reclassified from “endangered” to “threatened” in the lower 48 states. There are currently about 4,500 nesting pairs and 20,000 total eagles in the lower 48 states. That means nearly one-fourth of the nation’s bald eagle population is expected to winter in the St. Charles County area.

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Local radio host Dave Glover is enjoying rare success.

And we mean enjoying it.

Radio personality Dave Glover had planned to be a rock star. As the lead singer in a band, the thought of becoming a lawyer never entered his mind.

“I did not have a single ounce of interest in the law,” Glover said. That is, until he made a drunken bet in the downtown bar, Boomers, in 1987 that he could beat the LSAT score of what he calls “a drunk nerd.”

“I took the LSAT on a drunken bar bet,” Glover said. “I took it and forgot about it.”

But he started receiving scholarships based on his outstanding test scores.

Glover said his family had ‘an intervention’ to encourage him to attend law school. And he did.

Glover graduated from Washington University law school with honors in 1990 and soon went to work for a large St. Louis firm.

“I was then hit with a big dose of reality,” said Glover, who found he did not enjoy being a lawyer.

He bounced around to a few different law firms before getting fired repeatedly.

“I was told ‘everyone just loves you, but you don’t seem to know a lot about the law,’” Glover said.

In 1997, Glover branched out on his own as a divorce attorney which he describes as “a soul crushing job.”

“I just detested it,” he said.

He started advertising on the Steve and DC radio show in 1997 and appeared on several St. Louis radio shows as an “Ask the Attorney” guest.

Little did he know he would find his true calling on the radio.

In 2000, Glover picked up girlfriend Maureen — who is now his wife — for lunch from her work at KYTK-FM. He later pitched a free-form radio show idea to the executives at 97.1 FM and they gave him a chance to prove himself. And the Dave Glover Show was born.

“It never happened before in the history of radio and it probably will never happen again,” Glover said. “Now that it happened to me, I push people to do what they love.”

Jeff Allen, program director, said the Dave Glover Show brings variety,

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What does Glover love about working on the radio? “Everything,” he said.

Glover spreads his message of doing what you love to local groups throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area — for free.

“It may be a gift, or it may be pure laziness, but I never prepare a speech,” Glover said. “I just talk about doing what you love… anything they script for me, I screw up. Off the cuff, I’m pretty good at.”

And he encourages his children, 14-yearold Nick, and 4-year-old Phoebe, to find something they absolutely love and follow it.

“It’s rare to find a genuinely funny guy who is also very bright and relatable to the audience,” Allen said. “Dave Glover is that guy. I guess that would explain the high ratings.”

In addition to hosting his popular radio talk show, Glover is the founder of Phoebe’s Fund which helps children with facial abnormalities and he is the lead singer of the Dave Glover Band.

The Dave Glover Show is on 97.1 FM from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

“When you turn on the radio after work we want to provide entertainment and a distraction from the traffic,” Glover said.

“We want to put a smile on someone’s face and send them home in a better mood.”

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entertainment and a very local profile to the radio station.

“Dave’s show is a bit different than most of the other shows on the station by design,” Allen said. “On the way home from work Dave offers the listeners a little relief from the day while still supplying information in a very funny and sometimes thought provoking way. Plus, with Dave having been born and raised in the St. Louis Metro area, he has a very unique perspective on a lot of issues that you will not get anywhere else on the radio.”

Glover said when he was a radio listener he liked when real people sat down and talked.

“It’s sort of like when my friends and I go to happy hour. We spend time laughing, gossiping, sometimes we talk about something sad that happened,” Glover said.

And on the show, Glover plays…himself.

“I talk like a normal person. I have no radio voice,” he said. “We market the show as real people (talking)…and when you tune in, you can tell.

“From 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. I play exactly who I am.”

In addition to Glover, listeners tune in to hear the rest of the show’s cast - producer Becca Mathiesen, Mark Klose and Tom Terbrock. Glover said about 80 percent to 90 percent of the show is comedy.

“Nothing is scripted. We turn on the mikes and we talk,” Glover said.

“You never know what Dave is going to say, which is what makes every day unique,” said Mathiesen, who has worked with Glover for a year and a half. “We don’t script anything so you can never predict what is going to happen in the studio.”

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Thanks to Laser Lipo and Vein Medical Center, it is possible to say goodbye to unsightly and unhealthy veins for good. The Center is a medical practice that comprehensively treats all of the manifestations of vein disease from varicose veins to spider veins.

Laser Lipo and Vein Medical Center utilizes advanced technology to provide excellent medical care for its patients. Owner Thomas Wright, M.D., F.A.C.P., R.V.T., begins the process with a thorough physical examination and utilizes a specialized ultrasound to assess problems accurately.

Patients with varicose veins can be treated with the advanced endovenous laser procedure, which is minimally invasive and can be performed in a 45-minute office visit.

“The procedure is as invasive as getting an IV,” Dr. Wright said. “Patients are up and walking around that day and can resume normal activities within a day or two.”

Because of the minimally invasive nature of the procedure, patients do not

suffer scarring, and the success rate is 93 to 98 percent.

Dr. Wright is one of only 248 board certified specialists in phlebology, a science that deals with all aspects of vein disease. Wright’s mother was his motivation to enter the field.

“My mother developed a sore on her leg and she was treated by doctors with skin grafts, which were unsuccessful,” Wright said, adding that what his mother needed was treatment for her vein disease.

Laser Lipo and Vein Medical Center is the only vein disease practice in the St. Louis area that is credentialed with and accepts all major insurance plans.

“We deliver excellent medical care with advanced technology,” Dr. Wright said.

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Mike Bounds is a St. Louis area native and lives in O’Fallon with his wife, Cathy, and their two teenagers. Mike graduated with a bachelors degree from Missouri State University’s College of Business in 1989. Upon graduation, Mike and Cathy were married and moved to St. Peters. He has lived in St. Charles County for 20 years.

Mike Bounds opened his State Farm agency in the fall of 2002. Since then, his agency has been one of the fastest growing agencies in St. Charles County.

Prior to joining State Farm, Mike was an associate vice president in a Fortune 500 financial services firm, but was attracted to the State Farm brand and the idea of owning his own business in the community in which he lives and serves. Mike has been a long-time community leader serving in multiple organizations in various capacities.

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Mike Bounds’ State Farm Agency is located in O’Fallon and proudly provides insurance and financial services from State Farm Insurance.

Mike’s office vigorously pursues the State Farm mission, which is to help people to manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected and realize their dreams.

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Serving St. Louis County and surrounding areas, Indoor Comfort Team is a locally owned and operated heating and air conditioning company that helps keep people comfortable and breathe a lot easier, too. Indoor Comfort Team ensures that customers are cool in summer and cozy in winter.

From heating to A/C to air duct cleaning, they have it covered.

“We guarantee 100 percent customer satisfaction,” said Adam Rahmanovich, owner. “Customers are our top priority.

We want to create a longtime client relationship.”

With 16 years of experience in the industry, Rahmanovich knows the business.

“Our purpose is to provide consumers with superior, professional service, high quality, innovative products and effective solutions for their home comfort needs,” he said.

Their team of employees is very important, too. They are industry trained and certified, drug free, insured and bonded.

“We hire, train, motivate and reward

our employees based on integrity, personal responsibility and commitment,” Rahmanovich said. “Indoor Comfort Team is a good place to work. Everyone wins. If our employees are happy, they’ll make our customers happy too.”

“Extras” include free estimates, manufacturers’ promotions, senior and military discounts, a first-year free maintenance program with any new installation, and a 24/7 emergency service on all brands. Plus, customers are charged by the job, not by the hour.

The Indoor Comfort Team goal is to exceed expectations. When it comes to new system installation, they can design and install any type of heating, cooling or indoor air quality system to fit each customer’s home and budget.

There are never high pressure sales – just comfort solutions, personal attention and high quality service.

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e Japanese Steakhouse Offers ‘Eatertainment’

Mary Ann O’Toole Holley Vasant is a mild-mannered n he’s one-on-one, but put two knives in his hands and send ont of a group of people and a steel grill, and for him it’s show

moves like a samurai and meals like a master chef at y restaurant, Ariake Japanese se in St. Peters. He and a host bring Japanese cuisine to your your palate like few others do. y chop vegetables on the grill

and fling one into your mouth. He may set fire to a “volcano” of onions and amaze an attentive dinner party.

Fun and flavorful are paramount at Ariake Japanese Steakhouse as chefs dazzle diners with performances aptly dubbed “eatertainment.”

Vasant and his sister Lou Kumgool run the steakhouse as though it’s their home.

Whether you arrive as a party of two or a group of 20, Ariake caters to your every need, paying perfect attention to perfection and detail.

Steamed rice or fried rice is available with entrees, and a flaming shrimp appetizer is included with dinner entrees. Japanese Chef Manop Vassant prepares a flaming onion “volcano.”

Menus include combinations of the freshest high quality steak, chicken, lobster or scallops inches in front of a come back for more. seafood and vegetables seasoned with table of 12.

There’s plenty on the beautifully their special homemade sauces.

“Everyone is shy at first,” Vasant said. appointed menu at Ariake’s Japanese “My two brothers are chefs here who “But we make them happy. Preparing Steakhouse. have more than 20 years of experience our food is a bit like juggling. There is a Ariake is open for lunch Monday working at the finest Japanese restaurants,” lot of cooking, a lot of interaction, and through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 2 Kumgool said. “We decided to take what you must be outgoing as well as talented p.m. Dinner is served Monday through they have learned and add our own when you’re a chef in this business.”

Thursday from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., Friday specialties. We have put together the best Vasant recommends the “Samurai and from 5:30 to 10 p.m., Saturday from 5 to of their 20 years of experience into our Geisha” dinner for two with filet mignon, 10 p.m. and Sunday from 5 to 9 p.m. own unique family restaurant.” lobster, shrimp or scallops ($59), but Reservations and detailed menus are If you’re shy when you arrive, you won’t the Emperor’s Delight, featuring filet available online at www.ariakesteakhouse. be when you leave, just ask Vasant after mignon, shrimp and boneless chicken com/reservations.html or by calling 636he’s prepared each course of fresh steak, ($25.99) will definitely make you want to 397-1144.

Serving fabulous foods in a variety of ways, Ariake Japanese Steakhouse is more than one imagines at first glance.

Diners can enjoy the artistry of having s: Lunch is served Monday through Friday from their food grilled Japanese-style at their 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Dinner is served:table, choose from a selection of sushi onday through Thursday at the sushi bar or take a seat in the rom 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. dinning room and sample the day from 5:30 to 10casual p.m. day from 5 to 10 p.m. and best of Thai cuisine. unday from 5 to 9 p.m.

“If one party wants grilled steak and vegetables, but the other wants sushi or Thai food, each can be served at the same setting,” said Ariake Manager Manop Vasant.

Known for its balance of four fundamental flavors in each dish – hot (spicy), sour, sweet, salty – Ariake integrates into its foods the flavors of fresh rather than dried herbs and spices.

Sushi and sashimi selections come in one-piece orders starting at $1.50 and include delicacies like caviar, crabmeat, shrimp, and red and white tuna.

Unique rolled sushi like the Volcano Roll features California roll with spicy

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baked scallops and white tuna. For those with a heartier appetite, selections of six to eight pieces are available ($5.50-$10.50), as is an extensive selection of sushi combos.

Adding to guests’ pleasure are the chefs at the Ariake hibachi grills, who always are a delight. They move like samurais, preparing meals like master chefs in a casual, comfortable environment that is perfect for a romantic evening or fun-filled family dinner.

Whatever your taste, fun and fabulous foods are paramount at Ariake Japanese Steakhouse, and prices are another plus. Dining at Ariake is a party you will not want to miss.

Ariake Japanese Steakhouse 258 Mid Rivers Center • St. Peters (636) 397-1144 Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday – Thursday; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday www.AriakeSteakhouse.net

Specializing in basement finishing, Richbuilt Basements has been serving homeowners in the St. Charles area and surrounding communities since its establishment in 1989. Before launching the business, Rich Kempa, owner and founder of Richbuilt Basements, worked for more than 10 years as a designer and draftsman at consulting engineering firms. Today, Kempa operates his business from a home-based office.

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

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

To reach that goal, Kempa said, he

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Lullaby Inn Learning Center is a licensed Early Childhood Center providing care to children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Owner/Director Brittany Dow opened Lullaby Inn in December of 2009 after having worked as the director of several other preschool centers.

“I got into this business because I have a genuine love for children,” Brittany said. “I believe that the early childhood years set the foundation for a lifetime of learning.”

Lullaby Inn features curriculum that is developed by professionals and delivered to the Center monthly. Lesson plans weave together art projects, music, storytelling, math games and science experiments, all around a monthly theme.

“We offer an outstanding curriculum and low student-teacher ratios,” said Brittany, who has a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and is working toward a master’s degree in Professional Counseling. “We strive to provide an exceptional program at an affordable rate.”

Lullaby Inn is licensed to care for 49 children. They offer evening care to meet the needs of all of their working parents, plus full and part time programs. Before and after school transportation is provided to local schools.

Lullaby Inn recognizes each child as an individual that needs specialized care. Programs are developmentally appropriate in a safe, nurturing environment.

“We are confident that our program will meet the needs of both the parents and the children,” Brittany said.

To learn how Lullaby Inn can fulfill your childcare needs, call and arrange for a personal tour.

Lullaby Inn Learning Center 10390 Veterans Memorial Pkwy.

Lake Saint Louis (636) 978-9988 Open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. www.lullabyinn.com

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Artist rendering of Spencer Road Branch Library

The Spencer Road Branch Library will be replaced with a new building in the Summer 2011. The new facility will be two floors, offering 54,701 square feet of space.

The Library District plans to build the new library behind the current branch on the same site at the intersection of Spencer Road and Boone Hills Drive in St. Peters.

The estimated construction cost is $5.5 million.

“The St. Charles City-County Library District is seeking to provide a library that is welcoming, comfortable and an inviting space for library customers to gather and use the materials and services of the Library District,” said Library Director Carl Sandstedt. “It is also important that the district control costs and plan a library that is economical to build and efficient to operate. I believe that’s exactly what library customers will have in the new Spencer Road Branch.”

The Spencer Road Branch will remain open during most of the construction project. The entire collection will be accessible to library customers as will reference service, public access computers, and possibly minimal library programming.

Once construction is underway, parking will be limited. The branch may need to be closed periodically for short periods during the construction process, and the branch will close to facilitate the move to the new building.

Because of reduction of parking during construction, meeting rooms in the existing building are not currently available for community meetings.

The Nonprofit Development Center (NPDC) currently located directly behind the Spencer Road Branch will be demolished in early 2010 to make room for the new branch facility.

The Community Council which currently operates out of the NPDC has secured tem-

porary office space in Dardenne Prairie to maintain its operation during the construction process.

Community meeting rooms that are currently utilized by nonprofit groups in the NPDC, will be included in the new Spencer Road Branch and additional meeting spaces will be available. The Library District is working with the Community Council to plan the type and arrangement of meeting spaces and office space for the Community Council that are needed to continue the partnership for nonprofit organization development.

“The Library District is working closely with the Community Council to design rooms and spaces that will meet our common goal of nonprofit organization support and development,” said Denise Leibel, executive director of the St. Charles County Community Council.

“I am very excited about the new level of service that we will be able to provide. The entire St. Charles County community will be well-served by the new Spencer Road Branch.”

The Community Council will continue to manage the meeting areas for nonprofit and community organizations in the new building.

“We are not expanding the materials collection at the branch,” Sandstedt said. “We are providing more ‘people and activity’ space rather than shelving. As libraries evolve in the 21st century and more materials are in downloadable format, the format of the collection we offer to library customers is changing. Libraries are becoming more of that ‘third space’ where communities can gather, interact, create, and conduct their lives and work.”

The current Spencer Road Branch was opened in a metal building on the current site in 1980. The branch was expanded to 22,440 square feet from 12,000 square feet in 1991.

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O’Fallon council finally passes updated home-based business ordinance Parking of commercial vehicles was main sticking point

not use it?”

Anybody running a home-based business now would be grandfathered and allowed to keep their business, he said.

O’Keefe said that according to the ordinance considered, those with home busiBy Mary Ann O’Toole Holley nesses or home-based occupations, could O’Fallon Councilman Pierce Conley not park any vehicle with a gross weight (Ward 2) has been pushing to see the city’s of 1,200 pounds or more, including pickup home-based business ordinance tightened trucks, motor homes, anything with a shell since September, and now, after several extending the length or width of a truck attempts at passage, the City Council has bed, etc. The city ordinance prohibits given its stamp of approval. parking trailers on residential streets; this Disputes surrounded one primary issue: ordinance would prohibit those with homeparking of commercial vehicles in residenbased businesses from parking trailers in tial areas.

-Councilman Pierce Conley the driveway as well.

“We just referred back to our commercial Overall, the proposed home-based busivehicle ordinance,” Conley said. ness ordinance adds specific occupations Conley said the new ordinance specifi- being singled out, while general residents requirement.

Conley said one of the most important that should not be housed in residential cally prohibits certain types of businesses are allowed to park commercial vehicles in parts of the ordinance revision is to prohibit areas, limits the number of employees in at a home, such as auto repair and others their driveways.

If a homeowners’ association allows having construction equipment parked in a home business, caps the total area of a industrial type businesses that don’t belong home business to 500 square feet, tightens parking of commercial vehicles in drive- driveways day and night. in a residential setting.

“The old ordinance was a real thorn in parking regulations at such businesses and “The problem before was we could have ways, it would be permitted, even under an auto repair in a residential area, but we the revised ordinance, Mayor Bill Hen- my side because residents in my Ward are eliminates the requirement that neighbors complaining,” Conley said. “Apparently be notified when a home-business permit couldn’t have it in a commercial area unless nessy said.

“Amend the ordinance to revisit it, reword the ordinance needed to clarify the types is requested. it had a conditional use permit,” Conley “I’m not against someone having a home said. “I am against businesses that detract it or remove it to coincide with current of businesses allowed in a residential area. from a home residence. We actually had a existing ordinance of parking of commer- I don’t understand how the Planning and office, like someone selling cosmetics. My tree cutting business with heavy equipment cial vehicles in the driveway,” Councilman Zoning Commission allowed some busi- goal is to keep businesses designed for parked in the residential areas. That’s why Bill Gardner said. “We’re punishing home nesses in a residential area. If you have a commercial areas out of residential areas,” it’s called residential. It’s for residents not businesses, while a neighbor who doesn’t new tool that would do a better job, why Conley said. heavy businesses.”

Councilman Jeff Schwentker (Ward 4) said he still believes there are enough ordinances on the books to control home-based businesses, but felt obligated to pass the ordinance because the city has spent about $1,600 to review it.

The dispute among council members was whether home-based businesses were

have a home-business can park commercial vehicles in the driveway. I don’t want to show different treatment to those with a home business.”

City Attorney Kevin O’Keefe said the new ordinance would, indeed, prohibit parking commercial vehicles in the driveway. Schwentker, Councilman Bill Gardner and others asked to amend that

“That’s why it’s called residential. It’s for residents, not heavy businesses.”

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David Lickerman, M.D., has been appointed to the position of medical director for the Emergency Department at SSM St. Joseph Hospital West in Lickerman Lake Saint Louis.

Sanford-Brown College – St. Peters recently honored alumni and businesses at its Alumni Recognition Awards Banquet. Award recipients included Dr. Marie Furtado, of Lake Saint Louis (Faculty Recognition Award); Jody Wilson (Distinguished Alumni Award); Pam Duff (Employer Recognition Award); Carol Pilarski, recruiter at BJC Medical Group

(Community Partnership Award); and Kris O’Fallon-based Ungerboeck Systems Pals president of the St. Charles Humane International has announced the promo- Society (Community Partnership Award). tions of Shannon M. Heaney to director of marketing and Dale P. Overton to director

of professional services.

Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital recently recognized several employees with Professional Development Program Awards for striving for excellence in the delivery of the highest quality of patient care while demonstrating commitment to the health care profession. Award recipients included Adam Burlingame, therapy serPLACES vices department; Tamra Dalton, women Anytime Fitness, a 24-hour fitness facil- and infants services; Jessica Hayes, mediity, has opened at 1240 Bryan Road in cal surgical unit; Christina Schob, vascuO’Fallon. lar interventional center; Carrie Seifried, medical surgical unit, Tiffany Semar,

respiratory therapy department; and Diane SportsClips, a business offering haircuts Young, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation for men and boys in a sports-themed envi- unit. ronment, has opened at 189 Mid Rivers Mall Drive in St. Peters.

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Melissa Green and Barbara Fink, both of O’Fallon, Laura Stanfill, of St. Charles, and Cheryl Herriges, of St. Peters, have joined Tastefully Simple, a direct seller of foods featuring home-tastings, as consultants.

Chiropractor David Wallace recently celebrated the 10th anniversary of his practice, ADIO Family Chiropractic, located at 2330 Hwy. 94 S. Outer Road, in St. Charles.

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As a personal financial representative in Wildwood, Leslie North of The North Insurance Agency, Inc., knows many local families. Her knowledge and understanding of the people in the Wildwood community help her provide customers with an outstanding level of service. North enjoys helping families protect the things that are important to them: their families, their homes, their cars and more. She also helps her clients prepare strategies to achieve their financial goals.

“I’m proud to work with a company that has been serving satisfied customers for over 75 years,” North said.

“Customers count on outstanding financial strength and superior claims service to help protect what they value most. Allstate delivers on their promise.”

In fact, Allstate’s outstanding financial strength and superior claims service received an A+ (Superior) rating

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North is committed to showing her clients how Allstate is different and better than the rest.

“From sharing our broad product offerings for your protection and financial needs to offering you a real relationship you can count on, I’ll help you prepare for your financial future and offer a higher standard of service, delivered wherever and whenever you need,” she said.

To better accommodate clients, The North Insurance Agency has opened a second office, located in Washington, Mo. Staffed by Stephen North, it offers the same coverages and the outstanding customer service North’s customers have come to expect.

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Vintner’s Cellar Custom Winery brings a touch of Tuscany to O’Fallon. For Regina and Lee Rupert, owning the boutique winery is a dream fulfilled.

“We import the juices to make the wine, providing customers with the opportunity to experience flavors they might not otherwise,” said Lee, who has been making wine with juice from all over the world for 15-plus years.

Vintner’s Cellar offers an interactive experience that lets customers create flavors of their choosing and learn the wine making process hands-on.

Customers are taught to make wine, then bottle, cork and finish it with custom labels that Regina works with you to create.

“It’s a lot of fun and there’s a lot of laughter,” Regina said. “A lot of people like to do it with a group of friends or business associates.”

A unique way to celebrate birthdays, engagements or for a fun group business outing, creating wine at Vintner’s Cellar

is an unforgettable experience.

“We host parties for groups as large as 30 people,” Lee said. “It is a fun way to learn about making wine, share in the actual process and then come back for the bottling party. People love the feeling of enjoying a wine they made themselves.”

Vintner’s Cellar offers a relaxing place to sit back and enjoy a glass of wine.

Regina has transformed it into a Tuscan café with a cozy fireplace, comfortable furniture, a Tuscan hillside mural and bistro tables.

“We want everyone to enjoy the experience of our winery as much as we do,” Lee said.

Whether a homeowner is looking to upgrade to a granite countertop or a builder is interested in custom tile floors, Aphrodite Granite & Marble, Inc. can provide the perfect custom solution. The customer service-oriented company can create a beautiful kitchen countertop, bathroom vanity top or island top in a variety of quality stones from marble, granite, onyx or travertine.

Aphrodite professionals also can build intricate furniture and carpentry pieces, including tables, fireplaces and crown molding. Customers get high-quality, custom products created by experienced craftsmen.

“We use a laser to pinpoint each cut,” said President and CEO Tony Xenos, whose father brought to St. Louis Acropolis Marble and who continues the legacy of his family's work. “Everything we do is very custom-based.”

To save customers time, the company has an in-store stone selection on display. Before making a decision, customers fill out a questionnaire that will guide them to the optimal product

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“Every single input a customer would want is prompted by the questionnaire,” Tony said. “Customers do not need to worry about leaving anything to the imagination.”

Selective sourcing and product design allow the company to offer affordable, quality stone products. Regardless of budget, Aphrodite can help homeowners find the perfect material to complement their home.

Linking traditional craftsmanship with the latest in lean production methodology and technology, Aphrodite is truly beyond compare.

On Feb. 1, Aphrodite Granite & Marble, Inc. will open its newest showroom, located in Valley Park.

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The Faszold family stands by their work and only installs the best products available on the market. Whether you are in need of an emergency service call when it’s below zero degrees outside or want to lower your energy costs and increase your home comfort with a high efficiency zoning system, the qualified staff at Faszold is the only name to trust.

Mike and Kathie Faszold are very proud of their service technicians, installers and sales staff, including Michael II, Comfort specialist and Amy, who handles bookkeeping. “We currently have the best staff in the St. Charles area,” says Kathie. You can get to know each and every Service tech at their Web site.

“We realize that our customers are a little wary of admitting an unfamiliar face into their home, so we’ve supplied some background information on each and every employee at Faszold.com.,” Kathie said.

This way when we knock on your door for service, you can open it with confidence that a Faszold technician is at the door. We even encourage you to request the service technician you feel most comfortable with and we’ll do our best to make sure he is assigned to your service.”

For a free consultation and estimate on any of your heating and cooling needs, or to learn more about the rebates and tax credits available, contact St. Charles County’s most trusted name, Faszold Service Company.

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I think they were turning this around until this earthquake happened. I’m hoping it gets through to where it needs to be. A lot of people are contributing to get the country back from this devastating situation, but I’m just hoping. That’s the main talk: how to get the country on track, and whether we can trust who this money is going to.”

Ernest hopes a neutral source–a leader from outside of the country—manages the money that is coming to the country. He fears that Haitians will pay the price for a long-time feeble and corrupt government structure because there is nobody to coordinate the most rudimentary relief and rescue efforts.

Now, relief efforts are being funnelled through foreign non-governmental organizations (NGOs). A justification for this is that less of the money is likely to be stolen, but this does not mean that much of it reaches the Haitian poor, Ernest said.

A sour Haitian joke says that when a Haitian minister skims 15 per cent of aid money it is called “corruption” and when an NGO or aid agency takes 50 percent it is called “overhead.”

“I wouldn’t trust anyone in the government right now. I won’t trust any of those people to manage the money going into the country, and it needs to be overseen to make sure it’s well spent,” Ernest said.

“Even the ambassadors from Haiti were in Chicago recently, and there was talk of whether it’s going to the wrong man. That’s always been the problem.”

Why, how?

The Destin’s say they still can’t believe all this has happened in Haiti.

“At first, I couldn’t believe my eyes. It looked like a movie, but it was real, and I just couldn’t believe it, I was in shock,” Ernest said. “I have a lot of family still in Haiti, on both my father and mother’s side. I heard from my brother on Friday, learning everyone was safe and alive. They said they tried to reach out to me the next day but couldn’t find communication they needed. You can imagine what was going on there from Tuesday through Friday, just after the earthquake.”

Ernest’s sister lives about 20 miles outside of Port au Prince, and left for another city last week. The most serious of damage is in the southern part of the island, but some areas were hit harder than others.

“I really don’t know if the people of Haiti will pull out of this,” Shelly said. “Sometimes things happened for a reason. Maybe God felt the country needed help, and made this happened so people will notice them and offer help. It’s probably God’s way. It’s God’s way of doing His cleanup.”

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Some see midwifery as best option BIRTHING, from page 12 means one in three births was by cesarean section. When taken into account that 80 percent of pregnancies are considered to be low risk, that number is staggering.

“If you have a healthy woman with a lowrisk pregnancy, the best place for her to have a baby, if she wants to end up with a healthy baby with no birth-related damage, statistically is at home with a trained midwife,” Ueland said.

In a study conducted in 2000, a sweeping look at home births was conducted in the United States. The Certified Professional Midwife 2000 Study followed 5,146 low-risk pregnant women planning to home birth and compared those outcomes to 3,360,868 low-risk hospital births. The study was unique in that it accounted for home births that ended at the hospital.

According to the study, 12-percent of the women who birthed at home were transferred to the hospital because of complications. Only 1.7 infant deaths per 1,000 home births were reported and there were no maternal deaths.

Several medical interventions were compared in the study. Those results included the following: The cesarean section rate was 3.7-percent for home births; 19 percent for hospitals deliveries.

The episiotomy rate was 2.1 percent for home births; 33 percent for hospital deliveries.

Forceps were used 1 percent of the time for home births; 2.2 percent for hospital deliveries.

Electronic fetal monitoring was used 9.6 percent of the time for home births; 84.3 percent for hospital deliveries.

The induction rate was 9.6 percent for home births; 21 percent for hospital deliveries.

Statistics aside, home births are not widely common and in Missouri, midwives who perform home births are scarce and often over booked. Some women consider a middle step between home and hospital – birthing centers.

Birthing centers provide the comfort of homes – a suite that looks less like a hospital room and more like a bedroom, the ability to walk around and cook meals, and the support of midwives and doulas on staff.

While birthing centers don’t provide all the medical interventions that are on-hand at hospitals, birthing centers are equipped to deal with many minor complications that sometimes occur during delivery.

However, for Missouri mothers, birthing centers can only be accessed by crossing state lines. In December, the state’s only

standalone birthing center closed its doors after the only on-call physician retired.

Rachel Williston of Friends of Missouri Birthing Centers, a group of mother’s, doulas and midwives working to change Missouri’s regulations on birthing centers, said that while birthing centers are legal in the state, regulations make it too costly and difficult for facilities to open.

If a certified nurse midwife wishes to open a birthing facility, they must have a collaboration practice agreement with a physician. Although certified professional midwives can own and operate a birthing center, only the nurse midwife has prescriptive privileges.

“In Missouri, it’s next to impossible to get a physician that is willing to support an out-of-hospital birth,” Williston said.

State regulations require that facilities be designed with some of the specifications found in hospitals, such as 6-foot wide hallways, which can be very costly.

Williston’s group has been fighting to change regulations, but they have yet to get a response.

“I know there are 10 providers in Missouri that would have a birth center open within the next year if we can get the regulations changed,” Williston said.

Two investors in the St. Louis area - Jessica Henman and Genevieve Calkins - are in the process of opening a birthing center in St. Charles County. The Center for Birth and Women’s Health is expected to open in the St. Peters/O’Fallon area later this year, and are discussing the possibility of opening a facility in St. Louis County within the next five years. The center would be the only facility in the state that would offer water births.

Henman, who is a certified nurse midwife, said one of the biggest hang-ups has been finding a physician to sign a collaborative practice agreement, which she will need in order to practice in any capacity.

“We would like to open as a certified nurse midwife center because of the prescriptive privileges and the potential to follow our patients to the hospital,” Henman said.

Henman said the center is expected to open regardless, but without an agreement, they would open as a certified professional midwife facility.

Until another birthing center opens up in the St. Louis area, local women will have to birth in a hospital if they don’t want to birth at home.

“It’s a woman’s right to have a baby at home, but we firmly believe she can achieve that same experience here,” said Lisa Porthouse, nurse midwife program director at St. John’s Mercy. “We advocate that the mother develops a birth plan with their physician.”

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St. Dominic’s (12-3, 5-0 AAA) pretty much has an iron clad grip on the AAA this season as the Crusaders ride an 11-game winning streak as of last Thursday evening. Jennifer Rocha (16.4 ppg, 2.3 rpg, 38 assists, 37 steals) currently leads the team in scoring with Leslie Wilmes (9.1 ppg, 6.6 rpg) and Kelly Schnieders (8.5 ppg, 8.7 rpg) also putting together solid efforts in nearly every game.

The race for the Gateway Athletic Conference’s north division is pretty much up for grabs as St. Charles (8-8, 2-0 GAC North) currently sits atop the standings.

The Pirates are very well balance with no players scoring in double figures this season. Ashley Sudbrock (8.3 ppg, 3.9 rpg) currently leads St. Charles in scoring this season.

Duchesne (6-10, 2-0 GAC North) is another contender for the league crown this season with Alex Rohlfing (12.9 ppg, 2.7 rpg) and Melissa Eisenbath (11.6 ppg, 6.2 rpg) providing a majority of the Pioneer’s offense this season.

Boys’ Basketball The GAC South is much more interesting Despite posting a 9-9 record overall, the St. Charles West Warriors are in the run- as we see a three-way battle between Zumning for the Gateway Athletic Conference’s walt West (14-1, 2-0 GAC South), Howell north division with a 2-0 mark in league Central (10-6, 1-0 GAC South) and Troy play. Christian Kirk currently (16.7 ppg, (12-3, 2-1 GAC South) all being contend8.3 rpg, 71 assists, 22 steals, 32 blocks) ers for a league championship. leads St. Charles West in scoring while Julie Hlinak (19.1 ppg, 10.1 rpg) of Fort Jeremy Percy (12.2 ppg, 4.0 rpg, 40 assists, Zumwalt South currently leads the GAC 16 steals) is also scoring in double figures South in scoring this season with Sharese for the Warriors. Fans should focus on Jones (17.1 ppg, 9.1 rpg) right behind her Friday, Feb. 5, as St. Charles West takes on in scoring and rebounds for the 2009-10 Washington (11-4, 3-0 GAC North), who campaign. currently leads the conference in wins.

Jordan Genebacher of Duchesne cur••• rently leads the GAC North in scoring with 18.6 points a game this season.

Fort Zumwalt South won the secondDown in the Gateway Athletic Confer- annual McDonald’s Classic at Parkway ence’s south division, Francis Howell West recently. Fort Zumwalt defeated Troy North (8-7, 2-0 GAC South) and Ft. Zum- 49-43 to claim the title. Parkway West walt West (9-6, 1-0 GAC South) are in a took third with a 35-27 win over McCluer similar situation as St. Charles West, as North. Marquette took home fifth, topping both schools post undefeated records in Westminster 57-42. league action.

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An interesting race is developing in the Mid States High School Hockey Association with Francis Howell Central (15-2-1) holding a 3 point lead over Fort Zumwalt West (11-3-3) in the St. Charles division. Fort Zumwalt West held a 13 game unbeaten streak before dropping a 7-0 decision to CBC on Jan. 9.

Jon Crocker (17 goals, 19 assists) and Ryan McGrath (17 goals, 18 assists) are currently Zumwalt West’s top two scoring threats this season. Alexander Syrigos (19 goals, 7 assists) and Adam Otten (18 goals, 16 assists) currently lead Francis Howell Central in scoring.

Currently the top scorers in the St. Charles division are James DeMarco Jr. (26 goals, 11 assists) of Francis Howell North and Cory Kettler (24 goals, 13 assists) of Holt.

The game to watch this week will be Zumwalt West vs. Howell Central this Friday evening at 9:30 p.m. at the St. Peters Rec Plex South as both teams battle for the St. Charles division lead.

Zumwalt West travels to Howell North on Tuesday, Feb. 2, for a 6:30 p.m. showdown between the two conference leaders.

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Feeding the fans on Super Bowl Sunday

By SUZANNE CORBETT Tackling the menu for Super Bowl Sunday? If so, there is no need to search for a new game plan; instead, look for previous winner. Draft a menu featuring fan favorites: finger foods that are easy to serve and designed for fans to pick up between plays.

Here are my draft picks for cooking up a winning Super Bowl party: Spicy Smoked Almond Relish with Honey Baked Chicken Wings 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 tablespoon hot water 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 25 (about 3 pounds) chicken drumettes, patted dry Chopped cilantro, for garnish Dipping sauce 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 cup minced onion 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger 1 tablespoon chipotle chile in adobo sauce 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice 1 cup tomato sauce 1 cup ketchup 1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 cup smoked almonds, chopped In medium bowl, combine honey, mustard, oil, water and salt; mix well. Add chicken wings; toss well, coating completely. Refrigerate 2 hours or overnight.

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Arrange chicken on a wire rack over a baking sheet; spoon on marinade. Bake, turning and basting occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 45 minutes.

Dipping sauce In small pan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook, stirring, until translucent, about 4 minutes. Add ginger, chile, garlic, cinnamon and allspice; cook 2 minutes. Add tomato sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce and balsamic vinegar; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until thickened, about 15 minutes.

Stir in almonds. If the sauce seems too thick, stir in 1 tablespoon of hot water. Transfer to a bowl; garnish with chopped cilantro.

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Buttered Popcorn with Dry Roasted Peanuts & Parmesan 6 to 8 cups popped popcorn 2 cups dry roasted peanuts 2 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon dried oregano, crushed 1 teaspoon chipotle chile powder 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon raw sugar crystals 1/2 teaspoon large sea salt crystals 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In large bowl, combine the popcorn and peanuts; set aside.

In a small pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add oregano, chile powder and salt; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour over the popcorn mixture; toss well. Add cheese, sugar, salt and pepper; toss well.

Transfer mixture to a baking sheet; bake, stirring occasionally, until dry and toasted, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl.

Serve immediately.

Chile Con Queso Dip 3/4 pound (12 ounces) pasteurized prepared cheese, cut up 4 ounces cream cheese, cut up 1/2 cup real mayonnaise 1/4 cup diced roasted red peppers 1/4 cup sliced pickled jalapeño peppers 1 clove minced garlic Combine ingredients in a saucepan. Cook until thoroughly heated, stirring occasionally. Serve with tortilla chips. Makes 2 1/2 cups.

Editor’s Note: Suzanne Corbett is a food historian and a regular contributor to Newsmagazine Network.

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Com mu n it y Event s PARADE The Cottleville Firefighters Community Outreach will host its second annual “Run For The Helmet” and Parade on Sat. March 13. The 7k Run for the Helmut shirt pickup will begin at 7 a.m., with the run starting at 9 a.m., at Cottleville Fire Station No. 1, 1385 Motherhead Rd. Pre-registrations cost $20 and may be mailed to: Cottleville Fire Station No. 1, 1385 Motherhead Rd. Cottleville, Mo. 63304. Registration after 8 a.m. March 13 will incur an additional $5 charge. For more information on the run, call Judy or Sandy at 447-6655. The Cottleville St. Patrick’s Day Parade will follow at noon, starting at Francis Howell Central High School. The parade will end at Warren Elementary School. For information or to join the parade, call 244-1075.

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CLASSES The St. Charles County Master Gardeners offer two gardening classes: Fruit Tree Care from 9 to 11 a.m. on Sat. Feb. 13 and Backyard Grape Growing from 9 to 11 a.m. on Sat. Feb. 27. Classes will be held at the Demonstration Gardens at the University of Missouri Extension Center, 260 Brown Road, St. Peters. For information and to register, call 970-3000 or visit extension.

missouri.edu/stcharles/mastergardener.

DAY TRIP The O’Fallon Parks and Recreation Department is holding a day trip into Amish country, from 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Fri. March 5. The cost is $85 for residents and $90 for non-residents. Transportation, guide, lunch and all admissions are included. The trip will go into Illinois, where participants can visit an Amish home, tour a dairy farm, eat a home cooked Amish meal and shop in Arthur, Ill. Register by calling 474-2732, at renaudspiritcenter.com, or in person at the O’Fallon Parks and Recreations Administration Office, 400 Civic Park Drive, or at the Renaud Spirit Center, 2650 Tri Sports Circle.

DINNER A sausage dinner will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sun. Jan. 31 at Immaculate Conception Church of Dardenne, 7701 Hwy. N. Homemade pork sausage and beef dinners will be served at the buffet style dinner. A raffle and bake sale will also take place. No reservations are required and carry outs are available.

■ ■ ■ The JEST Murder Mystery Production, “A Dinner to Die For,” will be seated at 6:30

p.m. on Fri. Jan. 29 at Little Hills Winery and Restaurant, 501 South Main Street, St. Charles. The cost is $34.95 per person. A four course meal will be served. Registrations can be made online at fs18.formsite. com/gsgva/form907319442/index.html.

FUNDRAISER Emmaus Homes is hosting the 22nd annual Open Your Heart Luau Dinner on Fri. Feb. 12 at the St. Charles Convention Center. Tickets are $150 per person with all proceeds going to support Emmaus’ residential programs for men and women with developmental disabilities. Reservations can be made by calling the Emmaus Homes Development Office at 534-5210 during normal business hours.

■ ■ ■ The Fort Zumwalt South Band Boosters are holding its third annual trivia night at 6 p.m. on Fri. Feb. 26 at Fort Zumwalt South High School Commons, 8050 Mexico Road. The cost is $120 per table of eight.

Snacks and soda are included. Winning table wins refund of entry fee. For reservations, contact Kathy at 240-0230 or e-mail smithco@charter.net.

LECTURE A lecture on responsible use of Facebook and Myspace will be held at noon on Wed. Feb. 10, at the auditorium of the Daniel J. Conoyer Social Sciences Building at St. Charles Community College. The event is

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free and open to the public. Topics such as legal issues, plagiarism, online intellectual property, and the effect of social networking pages on job opportunities are among topics to be discussed. For more information, contact Kelley Pfeiffer at 922-8544 or e-mail kpfeiffer@stchas.edu.

MUSIC The St. Charles County Historical Society will host its quarterly meeting at noon on Sat. Jan. 30 at Stegton’s Regency, 1450 Wall Street, St. Charles. The cost is $14 and includes a buffet lunch. The Dixie Rhythm Kings will be providing a program of early jazz music and history of icons such as Jelly Roll Martin, Joe “King” Oliver and Louis Armstrong at the luncheon meeting.

Reservations can be made by calling 9469828 or by mailing a check to the Historical Society, 101 S. Main, St. Charles, Mo. 63301.

■ ■ ■ Shen Yun Performing Arts performs classical Chinese dance and music at 7:30 p.m. on Thurs., Feb. 11 and Fri., Feb. 12 and at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sat., Feb. 13 at the Bezemes Family Theater at the Lindenwood University J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts (2300 W. Clay Street in St. Charles). Tickets are priced from $30 to $120 and are available by phone at 9494433 and online at telecharge.com. For more information, visit shenyunperformingarts.org.

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