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lated and stable industry. This year, I am sponsoring legislation for comprehensive reform modeled after states that have seen success in finding the pragmatic middle ground. Sen. John Lamping has filed similar legislation in the Senate. It is my hope that the Missouri Legislature will finally take a serious look at real reform that protects the borrowers. We have a unique and limited opportunity to be proactive and pass good legislation that saves jobs and protects consumers. Don Gosen Republican State Representative
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To the Editor: Veterans who are in need of Veterans Affairs (VA) for health care and due process of disability claims, it is our government’s obligation to take responsibility and be sympathetic to those in need. The American people need to query their members of Congress and Senate. Why won’t they help our veterans in need? We Vietnam veterans who are sick need the help of our Congress and Senate. Please do what is right. World War II and Korean War veterans life expectancy is longer than veterans of the Vietnam War. Why? Because of Agent Orange Dioxin exposure. We are not dying of old age, we are dying of diseases most men would not realize until a much older age. We could realize better quality of life and maybe longer life, if our legislators would make provision for us by simply passing House Bill HR-3612 and Senate Bill S.1629. Is life worth so little by continued delayed action on those bills? It is not only about the Vietnam War, likewise the Iraq War and Afghanistan War. It is about the brave souls who died for America. Also, those who came home, and those yet to come home. Some with loss of limb, diseases, post traumatic stress disorder. In some cases, facing the loss of a family, due to long term deployments of not just one, but as many as three or more. It is not easy to start life over again after the toil of war. Veterans of today’s wars need to learn from the Vietnam War era. Many of these veterans, in all likelihood will need help from the VA. You very well may need to do battle with the VA and our legislators as we Vietnam veterans are presently doing. Veterans are easily forgotten by our legislators, until we remind them of who we are and why we fought for America’s freedom and why you may one day need help. John J. Bury
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Drug disposal The city of St. Charles will once again join some 3,000 state and local law enforcement agencies nationwide to host a drug takeback program for St. Charles city residents and business owners on April 28. “The drug take-back program was an initiative started by the DEA…It was started as an effort to get prescription drugs (either expired or no longer used) off the streets, as an epidemic of misuse of them, primarily by teens, had been noticed,” said Sgt. Todd Wilson, with the St. Charles Police Department. “Statistics have shown that over 188 tons of medicines are turned in statewide during the one day event.” Prescription drugs can be dropped off from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sat., April 28, at the St. Charles Criminal Justice Center located at 1781 Zumbehl Road.
Scouts tour police department The St. Charles Police Department will host its annual Scout Day at the Police Department from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Wed., April 25. The department will display several of its vehicles including the mobile command post, supervisor’s vehicles, road patrol units, prisoner conveyance vehicle, and motorcycle and bicycle units. The departments K9 and mounted patrol units will also be there, and McGruff the Crime dog and Darren the DARE mascot will put in appearances as well. “Scout night was instituted eight years ago, in response to the numerous requests we would get throughout the year from scouting organizations to visit the police
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14 arrests Nine drivers were arrested for drunk driving during a multijurisdictional DWI checkpoint in the 1700 block of Zumbehl Road on March 30. Officers from the St. Charles Police department were joined by officers from the St. Peters Police Department and deputies from the St. Charles County Sheriff’s Department to conduct the DWI checkpoint from 10:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. that evening. Police stopped 276 cars, resulting in a total of 14 arrests, including nine for DWI, two for outstanding warrants, two arrests for possession of marijuana, and one for careless and imprudent driving.
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By Michael R. Smith The recent make-up meeting for the St. Charles County Republican caucus at the St. Charles Convention Center was as subdued as organizers probably wished the March 17 meeting had been. Through the lengthy but relatively calm meeting April 10 well-organized Ron Paul backers pushed through their slate of delegates for the upcoming state congressional district caucuses. The March caucus was cancelled after participants disrupted proceedings over a dispute about meeting rules. Police were called to control the crowd and two arrests were made in that meeting.
Last week’s rescheduled meeting was necessary to select delegates to Missouri’s congressional district caucuses on April 21. Brent Stafford of O’Fallon — a Ron Paul activist and one of two people arrested at the March meeting — was elected caucus chairman April 10 over David Cole, acting caucus chairman and Missouri GOP chairman. Later, after a lengthy period of motions, amendments, motion retractions, point-oforder clarifications, parliamentary wrangling, and a do-over vote because of voter confusion—a slate of 147 Ron Paul delegates was chosen for the state congressional district meetings as well as Missouri’s GOP convention in June. Those district meetings will help select Missouri’s delegates to the Republican National Convention in August, where Republicans will confirm their presidential candidate to oppose incumbent Barack Obama. In his opening remarks as acting caucus chairman, Cole said that defeating Obama was the group’s “number one priority.” Acknowledging the different views of who would be best to defeat the incumbent, Cole said “We may be on different teams tonight. But, we will be on the same team as we move toward November.” He also mentioned that audio and video recordings could be made of the April 10 meeting.
The April 10 meeting wasn’t without discord, beginning with Stafford’s election as chairman. The 882 votes cast (402 for Cole and 480 for Stafford) were a few less than the 903 people who registered for the event, causing one participant to make a motion for a recount. The motion failed in an overwhelming voice vote after lengthy discussion. Throughout the evening Stafford struggled to maintain a fair meeting, repeating several times that “everyone will have a chance to speak,” explaining parliamentary procedure, and reminding the crowd that comments should be directed toward the chairman and the issue rather than other participants or to side issues. When a Ron Paul supporter stepped to the microphone and declared himself as an independent voter, Stafford asked the man to leave the meeting. Stafford said “the call of the caucus is pretty clear. Everyone registered as a Republican voter. You must be a Republican voter to participate. You’ve disqualified yourself from the caucus.” The man and two companions left voluntarily. After the meeting Stafford said that he felt “good that we had a fair caucus.” Attendees — many wearing other presidential campaign stickers — agreed and swarmed the stage to thank him. Nancy Houlth of St. Charles complimented Stafford on the meeting. Houlth, a
Rick Santorum supporter, said the caucus was “very well run, very fair.” While she expressed her disappointment that Santorum had earlier in the day suspended his presidential campaign, she praised his campaign and hopes that he can still be an influence in the November elections. Mitt Romney supporters also experienced disappointment when their slate of delegates was soundly defeated. However, a group putting forth the slate — despite having since the March 17 meeting to submit and properly credential their nominees — presented its list only moments before the vote. The last minute submission created delay as debate ensued over whether a list submitted in a digital format was a written record (it was determined to be acceptable), then again as the credentials committee took time to certify the names, and then again as the list was found to be unacceptable and had to be go through the submission process again. Participant Bob Armour supports Mitt Romney for president and said after the meeting that he was sorry the way things turned out for his candidate. However, he acknowledged that Romney backers had no one to blame but themselves. Romney supporters “didn’t have our ducks in a row. The Paul group was very well organized,” he said.
County considers prescription exemption for cold, allergy medication The prescription requirements have County Sheriff’s Department, told the St. By Brian Flinchpaugh The St. Charles County Council is Charles County Council that the produc- helped, Grellner said. “We are moving considering a bill that would exempt a tion of the new medication may begin in in the right direction.” The number of meth labs identified new medication from a county prescrip- six to eight weeks. “The reason I’m here tion requirement for cold and allergy this evening is so that when it hits store in the state grew 6.9 percent from 2010 medicines with pseudoephedrine - a key shelves it will hit St. Charles County to 2011. But the number of labs in the eight-counties that make up the southchemical in methamphetamine manufac- store shelves first,” Grellner said. Grellner said he was making the pre- east portion of the state with the lonturing. The council gave a first reading to the sentation to the council as part of a local gest-standing prescription requirement dropped 52 percent, he said. bill at its April 9 meeting. The exemp- law enforcement task force. In St. Charles County, there were 111 Grellner said the medication cannot tion is being sought by law enforcement officials who say a new medication be used in the “shake and bake” method identified meth labs in the county in called “Releva” that has a unique drug in 2-liter soda bottles to obtain pseu- 2011, up from 90 the year before. Most of those labs – 96 – were found formulation may offer a new tool for doephedrine. Scientists at independent laboratories have not been able in the first eight months of the year fighting meth labs. The drug formulation, called Tarex, to extract more than 10 percent of the before the prescription requirement was was developed by Maryland Heights- pseudoephedrine from the product, and in effect. The meth lab activity in the based Highland Pharmaceuticals. The none has been useful in the manufacture four remaining months of the year was “minimal,” Grellner said. formulation does not allow pseu- of methamphetamine, he said. The county had put a prescription Much of the pseudoephedrine used doephedrine to be extracted. Highland’s President and CEO James Bausch was requirement in affect last August cov- in St. Charles County meth labs may be in Jefferson City last month, touting the ering cold and allergy medications that coming from over-the-counter purchases new drug before the House Crime Pre- contain pseudoephedrine. Jefferson and in St. Louis County, authorities say. Councilman Joe Brazil, District 2, vention Committee. The company hopes Franklin counties have a similar prescription requirement. St. Louis County does said he’s spoken with St. Louis County to market the drug this summer. government officials about their relucSgt. Jason Grellner, with the Franklin not have a prescription requirement.
tance to enact a prescription requirement. “I find it very disheartening that they did not want to come on board with our pseudoephedrine prescription law,” Brazil said. This bill gives people the opportunity to purchase a cold and allergy medication that can not be used to make meth. “We’re hoping is doesn’t give St. Louis County an excuse anymore,” Brazil said. County Chairperson Nancy Matheny, District 3, said she was bothered by legislation that only deals with one manufacturer and product. The council may consider the bill for a second reading at their April 30 meeting. Meanwhile, county officials said they were frustrated by the lack of state legislative action to deal with meth issues and that of large pharmaceutical companies. A Missouri House bill under consideration in the General Assembly would require prescriptions for pseudoephedrine products but exemptions for medications that cannot be used for making meth.
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O’Fallon rejects sharing Menards’ sales tax revenue with LSL By Brian Flinchpaugh Sharing sales tax revenue from a proposed Menards home improvement store on the border between O’Fallon and Lake Saint Louis may be off the table. But officials from both cities continue to negotiate several possible cooperative agreements involving road maintenance and site plan review for the development and adjacent property. City officials say that a developer has proposed building a Menards home improvement store on land in southwestern O’Fallon, just off of the south outer road of Hwy. N and near Old Hwy. N. A 220,000-square-foot store would be inside the O’Fallon city limits but a corner of the parking lot along with 16 acres of outlying land could be in Lake Saint Louis. Lake Saint Louis residents approved an involuntary annexation on the April 3 ballot that includes the outlying property. In March, both cities took to their respective governing boards a possible revenuesharing agreement for dividing up sales tax revenue from Menards and stores that develop on the outlying lots. Under that agreement, Lake Saint Louis would have received 20 percent of sales tax annually and O’Fallon would get 80 percent. The agreement would end when sales
tax revenue from the outlet property equals the amount the Menards store generates. But the O’Fallon City Council has rejected sharing sales tax revenue, said O’Fallon Mayor Bill Hennessy. Hennessy told the Lake Saint Louis Board of Aldermen at its April 2 meeting that council members wanted to keep the sales tax revenue. Alderman Ralph Sidebottom, Ward 1, asked Hennessy why O’Fallon aldermen had rejected the revenue-sharing agreement. “They (the O’Fallon council) didn’t want to give any of it,” Hennessy said. O’Fallon officials also said a legal issue may be involved with a revenue-sharing agreement because of confidentiality required in revealing tax revenue, he said. If the city wrote a sales revenue check to Lake Saint Louis, the amount of revenue might be calculated because of the 20 percent the city would receive, he said. O’Fallon and Lake Saint Louis officials have continued talks on developing a maintenance agreement involving streets around the new development, particularly portions of Orf Road and Old Hwy. N. The roads will offer access to retail development in the area. The Lake Saint Louis board agreed on
April 2 to continue the discussions. The O’Fallon City Council is expected to discuss an intergovernmental agreement between both cities at its work session on April 12. According to the agenda item, Lake Saint Louis is proposing that O’Fallon share the maintenance costs of Orf Road and Old Hwy. N. O’Fallon would pay the maintenance cost until the revenue from the development equals the cost of annual maintenance. At the April 2 meeting, Lake Saint Louis Public Works Director Derek Koestel said both city staffs are looking at a maintenance figure of about $40,000, depending on the number of lanes and other costs. The cost would be shared between both cities in an agreement. O’Fallon City Administrator Keith Riesberg, who attended the April 3 meeting with Hennessy, said the developer may upgrade access roads but some cooperation between both cities was needed. “They (Lake Saint Louis) could take the position that they (the roads) are not benefiting our community, therefore we’re not going to maintain them,” Riesberg said. Riesberg said the cities are also looking at separate intergovernmental agreement on site plan approval.
Even through the Lake Saint Louis board agreed to continue talks, board members had mixed feelings. Alderman George Rich, Ward 3, said nearby “big box” stores such as Lowes and Walmart that are in the city may lose money. “It’s kind of like what’s good for O’Fallon is good for the rest of us,” Rich said. “I’m not quite sure that’s always true.” Alderman John Pellerito, Ward 3, said county municipalities should take a regional approach toward new development. “I believe we have to work together and take a risk,” Pellerito said. “We’re going to take a risk and they (O’Fallon) are going to take a risk.” Money for one community is not always the bottom line but what’s important now is “smart development” that helps all communities in the county, Pellerito said. “I think it’s a bad idea to throw this in the trash can,” he said. Hennessy said having two commercial districts on city boundaries butting up against each other doesn’t necessary presents a problem. “To me, I think it can be a win-win situation for everybody,” he said. “If you go to one box story and they don’t have what you want you can go to the other box store right next door.”
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Mayors’ Ball delivers checks to charitable organizations By Brian Flinchpaugh The glitter from the formal black-tie Mayor’s Charity Ball in St. Charles this March may have faded but for local mayors the shining moment happened this week. That moment was giving away the money raised at the ball to three area charitable organizations – organizations whose representatives said the money will help people throughout St. Charles County. Mayors in the county gathered at the St. Peters Justice Center on April 2 to present checks to three agencies receiving money this year raised from the ball. The 2012 recipients are LINC (Love in the Name of Christ), Sts. Joachim & Ann Care Service and the St. Peters Senior Center, which is operated by the Mid-East Area Agency on Aging (MEAAA). Mid Rivers Newsmagazine served as this year’s media sponsor for the ball. With roots stretching back 17 years, the ball began as a city of St. Charles affair benefiting city charities. It evolved eight years ago into an annual countywide event involving mayors from throughout the county. The 2012 ball was held March 10 in the grand ballroom at the St. Charles Convention Center. “Fortunately, we had a successful event and we’ve given away $40,000,” said St. Charles Mayor Sally Faith. Organizers decided this year to limit the number of nonprofit agencies receiving funding to three. Faith said the hope is that giving more substantial amounts would have a greater impact on the community. “Instead of eight or nine at $3,000 or $4,000 or $5,000, we shrank it to three successful applicants,” Faith said. The organizations designated this year also received the amount of money they sought in their
applications for funding, she said. On hand on April 2 to hand over checks to representatives from the three organizations were Faith, St. Peters Mayor Len Pagano, Wentzville Mayor Paul Lambi, Weldon Spring Mayor Don Licklider, and Foristell Mayor Wanda Donnelly. MEAAA and other charitable agencies have endured federal and state funding cuts and have seen charitable contributions dwindle in a poor economy. At the same time, that poor economy is prompting an increased demand for services. The $10,000 check will provide more than 1,200 meals for older and homebound people. The center, at 108 McMenamy Road, provides about 110 to 115 homedelivered meals daily. “Usually they cannot cook a nutritious meal themselves,” said Teri Fletcher, administrator at St. Peters Senior Center. Kathy Thompson, LINC’s executive director, said the $7,000 LINC is getting will help lower the cost of day care for single-parent families. The Wentzville-based organization provides a food pantry, day care, utility and other assistance to the poor and homeless. In 2011, LINC faced tough financial issues after St. Charles County cut its 2011 funding. Thompson said the organizations serves about 2,000 or more clients annually. “We don’t turn anyone away,” Thompson said. Sts. Joachim & Ann Care, at 4116 McClay Road, is the largest comprehensive social support agency in St. Charles, Lincoln, and Warren counties, serving about 6,000 people a year since 1981. It provides a wide-range of services ranging from housing to food assistance, workforce development and other services.
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Cottleville Fire District’s Proposition CARES falls short By Mary Ann O’Toole Holley On April 3, voters within the Cottleville Fire Protection District were asked to approve a 27-cent tax increase that would have provided funding for a communitydriven plan to improve services and manpower in Fire District. Voters rejected Proposition CARES by less than 300 votes, shelving a longrange plan devised by Citizens Advancing Responsible Emergency Services (CARES), who hoped to ensure additional revenue that would have helped the district meet current and future challenges. Proponents of Proposition CARES said the additional tax revenue would preserve the current level of emergency services, provide up-to-date firefighter/EMT training, acquire additional firefighter/EMTs and allow the hiring of a full-time training officer to ensure training meets national standards. It would have also provided other improvements to the district, while allowing a balanced budget. It would have created eight new jobs over a two- and three-year phase. Cottleville Fire Protection District Chief Rob Wiley said everyone within the Department was “pretty disappointed” following the vote. “I told them they had the rest of the week to sulk (after Tuesday’s vote), but Monday we go back to work,” Wylie said. “I really expected it to pass. The feedback we were getting from the community meetings and the informational meetings was all positive. I think at the end of the day we were victims of poor voter turnout.” Wylie said there are 24 voter precincts in the district, and Proposition CARES passed in 11, lost in 10 and the other three were virtual ties, according to the current “unofficial results” from the St. Charles County Election Commission. He said there were just 4,000 votes cast, and Prop CARES lost by less than 300 votes. That’s less than 1 percent, he said. Wylie said there are 17,000 households with registered voters in the district, estimating a voting population of about 34,000 people. “We had just a 10 percent turnout,” Wylie said. The April municipal election traditionally has a low voter turnout. However, Wylie said the election gave the fire district and the CARES citizens committee “a good solid year to get the plan in place and out to people.” The committee was formed in April 2011, Wylie said. “It is what it is. It’s never a good time to ask for tax creases,” Wylie said. “I’ve been doing this 24 years and not once has someone tapped me on the shoulder and said
‘this is the year to ask for a tax increase.’” maintenance. We’ll sit down and analyze it Wylie said failure to pass the tax increase and see what our next steps will be.” doesn’t change the issues or problems Wylie said the district has a balanced within the fire district, and the negative budget for 2012, but serious issues will voting results don’t make the problems go start around 2014. “We were trying to get ahead of the curve,” away. “The good news is that we recognized the Wylie said. “Now, we’ll probably have to issues before they became acute, so we can do some cost cutting to set funds aside for retool and refine the program,” Wylie said. the eventual reality. There will not be a lot “We’re still short of manpower, are not of growth next year, because we still look meeting national standards for training and at our revenues as flat. Fuel alone is going are behind on capital improvements and up and the fire trucks drink a lot of gas. I
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Ehlmann: TIF bill would let people have final say County Executive Steve Ehlmann said Friday, April 6, he was pleased with the action of the Missouri Senate, which unanimously approved a bill that would make it more difficult for municipalities to give tax increment financing (TIF) benefits to developers. Sponsored by Sen. Scott Rupp, R-Wentzville, the bill would prohibit city governments from overruling TIF commissions that have rejected such proposals. Instead, TIFs rejected by the commissions could take effect only if approved by a two-thirds majority of voters in a countywide election. “We’ve been working a long time to reform the TIF laws, and we’re pleased with this legislation that would give the people the final say in giving away tax dollars to developers,” Ehlmann said. “We’re sure the House will receive this bill favorably.” Rupp’s bill now moves to the Missouri House. If approved, the law would apply only to St. Louis County, St. Charles County and Jefferson County. On March 20. Ehlmann presented a letter to the St. Charles City Council at a public hearing on the Noah’s Ark Redevelopment Area (since renamed Streets of St. Charles). Ehlmann pointed out the TIF Commission voted 7-4 to oppose this TIF. Nevertheless,
the City Council approved a $55 million TIF, the largest ever awarded in St. Charles County, by a 6-3 vote. This was supposed to be a $385 million project, but it has been scaled back dramatically. “The Noah’s Arc TIF is the poster child for what can go wrong with this process,” Ehlmann said. “One developer sold it to another developer and made a killing, the scope of the project was cut back, but the amount of the TIF was not. “Before handing out $55 million in tax incentives to a private developer, I think the people should have the right to vote on it,” Ehlmann said. “The bill passed in the Missouri Senate would give them that right.” Supporters of new TIF restrictions say the development incentive too often merely shifts tax revenues from one part of the metro area to another. A municipality can now overturn a negative commission recommendation with a “super majority” of its own council members or aldermen. That’s what happened with the Noah’s Arc TIF in St. Charles. New TIF proposals are pending in St. Charles, Maplewood, Ellisville and Richmond Heights, Ehlmann said.
Lake Saint Louis sends out nonbinding projected tax rates By Brian Flinchpaugh The Lake Saint Louis Board of Aldermen gave taxpayers a clue about the city’s tax rate that will be set later this year. But it may be a clue that may change. The board approved sending a notice of “nonbinding projected tax rates” for the city’s general and debt service at their April 2 meeting. The city’s nonbinding rates will be included in a notice sent to taxpayers. The city’s general fund or property tax rate would remain the same as last year – 59.51 cents per $100 assessed valuation. But the board agreed to include a possible three-cent increase in the debt service rate – raising it to 45 cents per $100 assessed valuation from 42 cents. Taxing jurisdictions in Missouri’s firstclass and charter counties have been required since 2009 to submit nonbinding tax rates to their county assessor. This year, the rates had to be submitted by April 8.
The county will include the rates in a projected property tax liability notice to be sent to property owners starting in late April. The notice gives taxpayers an indication of possible taxes, but the county, school districts and other taxing entities don’t set their actual rates until September. Actual rates after jurisdictions receive final property values from the county assessor and they conduct public hearings on their proposed rates. Aldermen were concerned that losses in assessed valuation may eventually prompt dipping into cash reserves in the debt service fund. “Forty five cents gives you a cushion,” said Mayor Mike Potter. Aldermen said they hope the economy improves. “Hopefully we’re going to see a turnaround,” said Alderman Ralph Sidebottom, Ward 1. “I’ve seen more housing starts in and around the city and county than I’ve seen in a long time.”
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Board approves recommendation to replace HVAC in two schools By Michael R. Smith After lengthy and lively discussion about a “laundry list” of proposals brought to the Board of Education by Francis Howell School District CFO Kevin Supple, the board accepted a recommendation which included the replacement of air-conditioning systems at Barnwell Middle and Fairmount Elementary schools. The replacement HVAC systems will be paid for from available and earlier approved bond funds up to $5,135,000. Supple said systems at both schools were at “the end of life” and needed replacement because of cost and scarcity of replacement parts. He said he expected the work to begin after the current school year ends and to be completed before the start of classes in August. While board members agreed on the HVAC replacement, at issue seemed to be how many more projects might be included and accomplishment during the summer while students and teachers are away from buildings. Supple’s project list from the district’s facilities committee also included high school field replacement turf, science lab renovations, tennis court repair, and other improvements. Newly elected board vice-president Mark Lafata opened the board’s discussion by asking Supple how the list could include project start dates when the board had just received and hadn’t approved the recommendations. “Seeing ‘start date’ on
the list gives the idea that we’ve approved this,” he said. Supple responded that his understanding from earlier discussions was that the board wanted a prioritized project list and that the start dates shown merely indicated possible schedules in order to complete the work either this year or summer 2013. Board member Mike Hoehn asked the board to approve the entire list of recommendations because Supple and others working with him had spent considerable time analyzing the district’s needs and felt the proposals were the best use of available funds. “Getting the projects completed this year would also save taxpayer money,” he said. Lafata said approving the entire list left a cushion of less than $15,000 in available bond funds—not enough if any early project had cost overruns. Supple also countered that getting all the projects done this summer would be unlikely. Some projects — like the science lab renovations — require engineering plans be drawn up before construction can start and it would be difficult to accomplish that and construction before teachers returned to classroom at the end of July, he said. Before the board approved the Barnwell and Fairmount HVAC work Hoehn attempted to amend the Fairmount motion to include installation of artificial turf at two high schools but was rejected.
Salary increases in the offing for LSL employees By Brian Flinchpaugh Lake Saint Louis city employees will receive a salary increase that was delayed while city officials evaluated a pay study. The city’s Board of Aldermen approved a 1.6 percent merit pay increase at its April 2 meeting. The pay increase will affect 83 city employees including the city’s police. City Administrator Paul Markworth said the increase averages 1.6 percent and is retroactive as of Jan. 1 of this year. The increase will cost the city about $33,000. What each employee will receive depends on what their department head recommend. “The most anyone can get is 2.4 percent,” Markworth said. “Some people may get a half a percent.” The increase comes on top of a 2.2 percent cost of living increase approved on
July 1 of last year. The board took action after months of discussion of a Condrey and Associates pay study. The study suggested that the city’s pay structure needed to be corrected to match other cities. Alderman John Pellerito, Ward 3, said the city didn’t have $250,000 to make that correction but could afford a 1.6 percent increase. “We should have done this in July,” he told aldermen at the April 2 meeting Officer Jeff Thompson, president of the Lake Saint Louis Police Officers Association, asked the board to continue to review the salary scale for officers. The Condrey study suggested changes. Police officers made pleas for upgrading salary scales to the board in March. “We just want to be where everyone else is at,” Thompson said.
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St. Charles Home Show starts April 20 By Amy Armour St. Charles County homeowners will have the opportunity to check out the latest home products and services before starting those spring home improvement projects. The Home Builders Association of St. Louis and Eastern Missouri will host the eighth annual Builders St. Charles Home Show on April 20 through April 22, at the St. Charles Convention Center. Admission and parking are free. “Everyone has projects that need to be done around their homes,” said Ellen Viehmann, with the St. Charles Home Show. “Planning for those projects will save people time, money and frustration. The St. Charles Home Show not only has the products and services they need, but it also has the experts who can answer their questions and help them get their projects done right.” The show will include approximately 350 booths from 250 companies, filling both levels of the convention center. Visitors can expect to see all types of home products—ranging from fencing, decks, spas and pools to windows, doors, and kitchen and bath products. “These companies offer home products and services for inside and outside the home, plus advice and information,” Viehmann said. “Exhibitors always bring their newest products to the show. People will see new styles, materials, colors and energy-efficient products.” The St. Charles Home Show will also have several home improvement experts providing seminars on a variety of topics. Scott Mosby, KMOX Home Answer Man will talk about the best place to spend your home improvement dollar. Walter Knoll Florist will take the stage to teach about floral design, and Jeff Holper, The Mole Hunter will return by popular demand. “Jeff Holper, The Mole Hunter is at all
of our shows and always has large crowds at his seminars. With the early spring we have had here in St. Louis, he is already seeing large numbers of moles. He will tell people how to take their lawn back and get rid of moles, voles and other pesky critters,” Viehmann said. The Home Show will welcome horticulturist Erica Glasene to the Better Living Theatre this year to discuss gardening issues. “(Erica) is a horticulturist, author and lecturer best known for her work on HGTV’s A Gardener’s Diary, which she hosted for 14 years,” Viehmann said. “She will help people with their gardening problems. She will present three different seminars on Friday and Saturday, and two on Sunday.” And the show isn’t just for homeowners — it also offers entertainment geared toward children. “The Home Show is always familyfriendly. Kids can attend fun shows by magician and ventriloquist Mike Niehaus,” Viehmann said. “Food and beverages are also available, so people can take a break in between shopping and seminars.” Visitors will also have the opportunity to help Habitat for Humanity of St. Charles County just by shopping. The nonprofit will set up a miniature version of its retail store — Habitat ReStore — at the Home Show. The ReStore sells new and used home improvement merchandise to the public at deeply discounted prices. Items may include doors, cabinetry, appliances, sinks, and smaller items like nails, screws, tile and light fixtures. And all proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity of St. Charles County. The show hours are from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on April 20 and April 21; and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on April 22. For more information, visit www.STLHomeShow.com.
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Organizers looking to make changes in 2013 St. Pat’s Parade By Michael R. Smith Weeks after the St. Patrick’s Day parade in Cottleville, organizers are considering making a few changes to the event. Scott Lewis, city administrator and chief of police, estimated the crowd at this year’s event to be at 60,000 people - nearly double the 2011 event and about 20 times larger than Cottleville’s resident population of 3,000. “The attendance was unbelievable,” said Mike Reiter, head of the parade committee. “People liked that they didn’t have to drive 35 miles into St. Louis for an event like this.” The mild morning weather and record turnout had organizers initially feeling sunny about their plans, however spirits dampened when a thunderstorm arrived about 1:30 p.m. —literally raining on their parade. Parade officials monitored the approaching weather from a storm center set up in Cottleville’s historic district and periodically updated the crowd over loudspeakers about the incoming storm, Lewis said. However, “no one moved until the rain began,” Lewis said. “We had about 50,000 people in town,” Mayor Don Yarber said. After the storm “about 30,000 people tried to leave at the same time.” Yarber said that for 2013 the city will look into hiring more shuttle buses, adding golf carts, establishing alternative traffic routes, and monitoring the traffic signals differently. Yarber promised that the city would review parking plans for next year. There is little street parking in Cottleville’s historic district so organizers tried using a shuttle system from three parking lots at St. Charles Community College, and Frances Howell’s Warren Elementary and Central High schools. The two buses, though, proved inadequate to move the volume of visitors after the storm and ended up caught in the same
traffic as other vehicles. “The shuttle system was a complete failure,” Yarber said. One group also thinks organizers need to improve communication. The Original Corvette Club of St. Louis with eight convertibles and four coupes in the parade had just turned onto Weiss Road — a short distance from the parade start at the community college — when they were told of the parade cancellation. They were directed onto a side street to return to the college. That street was already clogged with pedestrians and other drivers. Some children who were with the car club and walking next to the drivers got separated from the group. The students, adults, and drivers eventually reconnected but Jim Ford, the car club’s coordinator for the event, said the situation “was a (complete) mess.” “We needed better communication,” Ford said. “By the time we started it had already begun to rain.” Ford thought drivers should have been told of the parade cancellation before they left the college. Reiter said that parade organizers understand such complaints. “We’ve had great community involvement,” Reiter said. “Next year, we’re planning to do quality rather than quantity.” He said that one change will be to make a smaller parade by limiting the number of floats to 100. This year there were 152 floats in the parade, he said. Meanwhile, Run for the Helmet race chairman Tom Smoot said that planners were caught short by a record turnout. “We were expecting 2,000,” he said. However, he said about 3,200 entrants signed up for the 7K race and two shorter one- and twomile race/walks. Smoot said that he’s already investigated why that happened and promised it won’t happen next year. “Safety is our first and foremost concern,” he said.
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One new, one returning The Francis Howell School District Board of Education welcomed back one of its incumbent board members after the election on April 3. The board will also welcome a new member. Incumbent Marty Hodits won his seat for the third time and will serve another three-year term on the board. New-comer Eric Seider will join Hodits for a three-year
term on the Francis Howell Board of Education. Hodits and Seider beat out incumbent Stephen Johnson and Marie Haupt.
Finalists Four students in the Francis Howell School District have been chosen as finalists in the Express the Music 2012 contest presented by the St. Louis Symphony Volunteer Association and sponsored by the Employee Community Fund of Boeing St. Louis. Margaret Borgmeyer, senior at Francis Howell Central (FHC) High School; Lilly Apperson and Natalie Kayser, seventhgrade students at Francis Howell Middle School; and Kathy Condon, eighth-grade student at Hollenbeck Middle School were honored at the 15th Express the Music Awards ceremony on April 10. Students who participated in this educational activity listened to a specific selection of symphonic music and then expressed their thoughts and emotions through creative writing. Express the Music helps develop students’ listening skills and encourages the integration of music and language arts. This program fulfills many components of the Missouri Standards Grade Level Expectations in Music and Visual Arts, as well as the Illinois Learning Standards for Fine Arts. The students were selected as finalists from nearly 3,000 entries and were among 48 students honored.
Free recycling The Francis Howell School District, in partnership with the Midwest Recycling Center, will host a free community-wide appliance and electronics recycling event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sat., April 28, at the FHSD Burbes Service Center, 4606 Central School Road in St. Charles. FHSD and St. Charles County residents are encouraged to bring broken or old electronics and appliances for disposal. Items that cannot be accepted include smoke
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Wentzville Riley commits to Missouri State Holt Indians football player Stephen Riley has committed to play for the Missouri State University Bears next fall. The offensive lineman signed his National Letter of Intent at Holt High School earlier this month. Riley was named Honorable Mention All-Conference as a junior, and was a 1st Team All-Conference selection his senior year. Riley was also the 2011 Holt Football Lineman of the Year. “Academically it was the school I wanted to attend, and I really like the coaching staff,” said Riley. Riley plans on majoring in business management while attending Missouri State.
Students compete at state Thirty-four Holt and Timberland High School marketing students joined 1,600 of their Missouri counterparts for the 64th Missouri DECA State Career Development Conference at the Lodge of Four Seasons at the Lake of the Ozarks on March 17 through March19. The students qualified to attend the state competition by placing at the district level, and 13 students qualified at state for the DECA International Career Development Conference/Competition in Salt Lake City on April 27 through May 3. “We are so excited to have had 10 of our 16 students win at the state level,” said Holt Marketing Department Chair Lynne Chrismer. “We have an amazing group of students.” DECA is an international association of high school students studying marketing, management and entrepreneurship in business, finance, hospitality, and marketing sales and service. During the statewide conference, DECA members were evaluated by more than 100 business and
industry professionals who served as competitive event judges. Students were asked to solve realistic workplace problems through one-on-one interaction with an executive or community member and compete as an individual or a team in a variety of categories. The winners from Holt were Mary Disney, Austin Glass, Carlie Beran, Garth Wagner, Kelsey Klepser, Paid David, David Jack, Courtney Jones, Eon Y Son, and Sarah Wright. The Timberland winners were Megan Muehling, Alec Weiss and Megan Brillos.
Harvill commits to Culver-Stockton Holt Indians football player Trent Harvill has committed to play for the CulverStockton College Wildcats next fall. “I liked the environment and I think I can get more playing time. There’s a good football atmosphere there,” said Harvill. Harvill had 13 receptions and 133 yards for the Indians last season.
Student research selected Students from Holt High School took part in the state Junior Science, Engineering, and Humanities Symposium held at the University of Missouri St. Louis campus on March 15 through March 17. Approximately 200 students participated in the symposium, and presented papers that were judged by scientists on the quality and originality of research. Four Holt students had their research papers selected among the top 36 in the state. Ashley Litzinger was recognized in the Microbiology and Medicine category, and Taylor Park was commended for her paper in Behavioral Science. Hannah Lucas earned second place in the Microbiology and Medicine division, and Savannah Est was awarded first place in the Physics, Mathematics and Computer Science category for her work on the optimization of dye-sensitized solar cells. Est was also selected as the overall winner of the symposium. Participants had the opportunity to visit the facilities of the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center, Genome Sequencing
Center, LMI Aerospace, Monsanto, Reliable Biopharmaceutical, Sigma-Aldrich, Solutia, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Students also met with researchers, scientists and employees as part of the field trip activities. Internationally-known speakers including Nobel Laureates presented a wide range of topics, and research open houses were sponsored by UMSL to acquaint students with the nature and scope of university research. As top finishers in the State of Missouri, all four students were also awarded scholarships for the quality of their research. Est and Lucas also earned the honor of competing at the National Junior Science and Engineering Symposium in Bethesda, Md., in May.
Dunaway chosen Timberland Junior Shae Dunaway has been selected as one of two students from Missouri to run for a national FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America) office. The decision was announced at the 66th annual Missouri FCCLA State Leadership Conference held in Columbia March 25 through March 27. More than 1,700 high school students from across Missouri attended the conference which is planned by student leaders and features speakers, workshops and competitions for FCCLA members. This year’s theme was “Dare to Be Different: Not Just Another Teen Conference” and encouraged participants to work to cure problems in their family, career and community. Dunaway competed in the leadership category and received a gold medal. As a sophomore, she was elected as a State Vice President for FCCLA and continues to carry out those responsibilities while running for one of 14 national spots. Elections will take place during the National Leadership Conference in Orlando, Fla., July 8 through July 12.
Vaughn to play for Mules Holt Indians football player Travion “Tre” Vaughn has committed to play for the University of Central Missouri Mules next fall. The defensive back/receiver signed his National Letter of Intent at Holt High School earlier this month. Vaughn was a versatile two-way player for the Indians last year, on offense he was second on the team in total yards, and as a defensive back he was named 2nd Team All-Conference. “I liked the coaches and the atmosphere, and it seemed like the right school all the way around,” said Vaughn, who was also selected to play in the Blue-Grey All-Star Game in Tampa earlier this year. Vaughn plans on majoring in Criminal Justice while attending UCM.
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A rare peek inside Juvenile Justice Center permits a visit as it deals with abuse, drugs and kids By Brian Flinchpaugh It’s the pictures that fill up much of a wall that draw attention. They are pictures that St. Charles County Circuit Court Judge Daniel Pelikan sees everyday as he sits in his office adjacent to the courtroom at the county Juvenile Justice Center. Most are photographs of children – children in trouble. Many were taken when there are reasons for them to smile – when families were whole or when the emotional or physical pain perhaps wasn’t as acute. Most are involved in cases that have come before Pelikan. Pelikan hears more than 98 percent of juvenile cases that require judicial action in St. Charles County. “I’m big on photos,” said Pelikan last week before beginning the day’s docket. Photos of children are often clipped to his individual case files. “To me, it’s very important that everyone who works here understands that everything we do is about a child, not a case,” he said. “I wish I could put that on top of the door.” The juvenile court provides a safe and confidential place for children and their families to work often traumatic issues, he said. It’s not a place that draws public scrutiny. Earlier this month, Pelikan allowed a rare peek inside. A reporter sat through the morning and afternoon docket. Names are omitted to protect family and children’s privacy. The stories behind the photos are often stark, tragic and, yet, some have happy endings. They are stories that don’t get attention from the general public – as it should be, juvenile authorities say. Missouri law excludes the public from most juvenile court proceedings and limits access to juvenile court records. Confidentiality protects children from the stigma that might affect them as
adults and family privacy. The Missouri Supreme Court has ruled that state law barring the public doesn’t apply in cases where a child is accused of committing a felony such as murder or rape. But the veil surrounding most juvenile court proceedings remains tight. The Justice Center is a world onto itself. The center at 1700 South River Road is several miles away from the circuit court in downtown St. Charles. The three-floor building, opened in 2003, houses the county’s juvenile offices and has classroom and meeting room space. The bottom floor has a small courtroom and a 32-bed detention center. Pelikan and other county officials say that many people may not understand the juvenile justice system. Under Missouri’s Juvenile Code, juveniles are anyone from birth to age 17. Referred to the court are delinquent offenses – crimes committed by children. The court also handles neglect and abuse cases where a child needs to be placed in protective custody and “status offenses” such as running away from home or school truancy. Cases involving children charged with serious felonies can be certified to stand trial in circuit court. The determination has to be made by a judge. Pelikan said the difference between adult and juvenile court is how the law is applied. The objective in circuit court cases is different. “It’s about punishment,” Pelikan said. He said the objective is rehabilitation in the juvenile system. Most of the 2,500 juvenile cases referred annually to the center never reach Pelikan because of a “world class” county Family Court
Division that often diverts many children into programs and counseling. Pelikan hears about 250 of the most severe cases annually. The cases, whether they involve delinquency or custody issues - can run the gamut of societal ills – neglect, stealing, sexual assault, fighting, drug abuse. There are a lot of drug abuse and domestic violence cases, with relatively low numbers of sexual abuse cases. “It’s reflective of a young population in St. Charles County,” Pelikan said. What is on the rise is the aftermath of what law enforcement officials are calling an epidemic of heroin and methamphetamine use in the county. That rise has have prompted a dramatic rise in child protection cases because of children being removed from the homes where drug abuse occurs. At 54, Pelikan has been a juvenile judge for the last five years and a circuit judge for more than 13 years. On Mondays and Tuesdays, he presides over juvenile cases. “By the end of those two days, I’m wiped out,” he said. A busy docket The cases Pelikan heard on April 3 were “pretty typical,” said Shea O’Toole, supervisor for child protection unit with the Family Court Division. O’Toole is a regular who sits through many of the court sessions as cases are called. But it was a long session with more than 20 cases ranging from delinquencies, to hearings in child protection cases, to trials. The day
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Home Show, taking place April 20-22 at the St. Charles Convention Center. They include “Designing a Four-Season Garden,” at 1 p.m. on Friday, April 20 and Saturday, April 21 and at 12 p.m. on Sunday, April 22; “Perennials for Every Purpose,” at 3 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and at 2 p.m. on Sunday; and “Plant This with That – Stunning Combinations for Sun and Shade,” at 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Admission to the show is free, and free parking is available. For more information, visit stlhomeshow.com. Morning with the masters The St. Charles Master Gardener Tour and Plant Sale will be held from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. on Saturday, April 21 at the University of Missouri St. Charles County Extension Center (260 Brown Road in St. Peters). Tours of demonstration gardens; “Ask the Master Gardener” opportunities; and a sale featuring vegetable plants, Missouri natives, annuals, perennials, seeds, houseplants and more will be featured. For more information, call 970-3000.
Perennial power “Gardening with Perennials” will be presented from 9-11 a.m. on Saturday, April 28 at the University of Missouri St. Charles County Extension Center (260 Brown Road in St. Peters). Attendees will learn Erica Glasener, gardening expert how to include perennials in the home Erica Glasener, the horticulturist, author garden and landscape. Admission is $20; and lecturer best known for her work as the additional family members may register at award winning host of HGTV’s “A Gar- half-price if class handouts are shared. To dener’s Diary,” will present three informa- register, call 970-3000 or visit extension. tive gardening seminars at the St. Charles missouri.edu.
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ing widths that project away from a wall onto the pool. • Spillways (sometimes called spillovers) direct water from one body of water to another below it. A popular application is the spillover spa, which gently sends water from the spa into the swimming pool. • Fountains can be placed on the pool deck and flow into the pool or can be installed within the pool itself. Combined with lights, a fountain creates a nice ambience for nighttime pool gatherings. • Waterfalls, often spilling over natural rock, can be built to produce a cascading effect of water falling from one rock to another or to flow gently, creating the sound of a babbling brook. Shed some light Homeowners who enjoy swimming or entertaining around the pool at night should not overlook the impact of lighting. Those with older pools that are still sporting a standard, white bulb might want to check out some of the newer options: • A simple color wheel allows you to quickly change the color of your pool. • Fiber optic lighting with its versatile color-changing ability creates bold, dramatic effect. Because there is no electricity or heat in fiber optic cable, it is safe to use around water and economical to operate. • LED lights provide high light output while utilizing far less energy than traditional lights. They are compatible with existing installations, come in a variety of colors and can be used to create stunning, multicolored effects in swimming pools.
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Com mu n it y Event s BLOOD DRIVE A blood drive will be held from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m., Thurs., May 31, at Caregivers Inn, 1297 Feise Road in Dardenne Prairie. All who register to donate will receive one raffle ticket entry to win a $150 gift certificate. Enjoy a complimentary hot dog, chips, and soda after your donation. For an appointment contact Terri at 240-7979. Walk-ins are welcome.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT An untitled exhibit of black and white photographs by Melissa R. Davidson opened on April 13 in the O’Fallon Cultural Arts Gallery at the Renaud Spirit Center, 2650 Tri Sports Circle. The exhibit will continue through May 25. Gallery admission is free and the exhibit is available for viewing during regular business hours. For more information, call 474-2732 or visit www.renaudspiritcenter.com. ••• A Spring Craft Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sat., April 21, at Child of God Lutheran Church and School, 650 Salt Lick Road in St. Peters. The craft fair will include barbecue, a bake sale and a Schwann’s Truck sale. For more information, call 970-7080. ••• A Family Culture Day will be held
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Date of issue: Client: MEETINGS/CLASSES Size: The next meeting of the United MethColors: odist Church at Wentzville’s Book Club Pictures: will be held at 6 p.m. on Wed., April 25 at the church, 725 Wall Street. The book that Logos: will be discussed is “Ladies of Liberty” by Copy: Cokie Roberts. Everyone is welcome to attend and no reservations are necessary. For more information, call 327-6377. ••• An all-women’s retreat called “Living Out the Vertical in a Horizontal World” will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Fri., April 27, and from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Sat., April 28, at Morning Star Church, 1600 Feise Road in Dardenne Prairie. The retreat is based on the book by author and featured speaker, Leigh Gray. Gray will introduce retreat attendees to those ‘Far and Away’ people, demonstrate how you can impact the lives of others, and also show where to find God when He seems ‘Far and Away.’ The cost is $40, which includes dinner on Friday, as
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HEALTHY SEMINARS A Neck & Back Workshop will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Tues., April 24, at the Chiropractic Wellness Connection, 111 O’Fallon Commons Drive. Join Bryan Joseph, DC, as he discusses all natural ways to help alleviate neck and back pain. The workshop is free and open to the public. To RSVP, call 978-0970. ••• “Balancing Hormones Naturally” will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Thurs., May 3 at the Wharf Pharmacy, 2175 West Terra Lane in O’Fallon. Join Olivia Joseph, DC, clinical nutritionist and certified acupuncturist to learn about the latest in nutrition and bio-identical hormone replacement therapy. This event is free and open to the public. To RSVP, call 978-0970. ••• “Strategies to Healthy Living” will be held at 6:15 p.m. on Thurs., May 3, May 17 and May 31 at the Chiropractic Wellness Connection, 111 O’Fallon Commons Drive. The 45-minute talk is free and open to the public. To RSVP, call 978-0970.
JOB FAIR Employer registration for the St. Charles Community College Job Fair 2012 will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Fri., May 4 in the College Center at SCC. The cost is $60 for non-profit organizations and $85 for profit organizations. For more information, call Martha Toebben at 922-8243 or email mtoebben@stchas.edu.
RACES “Run 4 Your Life” will be held at 8 a.m. on Sun., June 3, at Lakeside 370 Park in St. Peters. The 5-mile run is fast, flat and scenic. It loops around the lake at Lakeside 370 Park, and a portion of the race is run on top of the levee. Registration fees range from $23 to $30 depending on online or early registration. To register, call 916-9972 or visit bjsph.org. ••• The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce’s 28th annual USATF Certified Firecracker
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DANCE The Royal Crusader Father/Daughter Ball will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Fri., April 27 at Child of God Lutheran School, 650 Salt Lick Road in St. Peters. The price per couple is $10 with $5 for each additional daughter. A professional dance instructor will teach some new, fancy steps. Girls will receive special gifts and each couple will have a prom-like picture taken. There will be attendance prizes and a grand prize for that fearless dad who wins the “Daddy Dance Off” contest. Refreshments include table snacks, cupcake trees and punch. For more information, call 970-7080.
FUN & GAMES A Trivia Night & Silent Auction will be held at 7 p.m. on Fri., April 20 at the Foundry Art Centre, 520 North Main Center in St. Charles. Registration is $160 for a table of eight. The event will feature raffles, games, and prizes along with fascinating rounds of trivia and fabulous silent auction items. Complimentary beer, soda and snacks will be served. Guest may bring in their own food, but outside beverages are not allowed for this event. Proceeds will benefit the Foundry Art Centre and support its community events and programs. To register a table, call 255-0270. ••• A Quilting Guild will be held from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesdays at the O’Fallon Family YMCA. The group meets every week to work on quilts “One Stitch at a Time” for local charities. No sewing experience required. There is no cost. For more information, call Diana Kannady at 379-0092 ext. 230. ••• An Active Older Adults Game Day will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursdays at the O’Fallon Family YMCA. For more information, call Diana Kannady at 379-0092 x230.
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Billionaire investor Warren Buffett says along with equities, single-family homes are a very attractive investment right now. In fact, economists believe the spring home-selling season could be the strongest in years. Appearing live on CNBC’s Squawk Box, Buffett said houses are even better than stocks. He advises buyers to take out a 30-year mortgage and refinance if rates go down. Buffett agrees with other economists that a turnaround for housing is in the works. Buffett’s argument mostly rests on demographics and, in part, on sex. He says the housing bust was created by the fact that home builders put up houses faster than there were new families to fill them. Recently, that trend has reversed. “People may postpone hitching up during uncertain times, but eventually hormones take over,” he writes. “And while ‘doubling-up’ may be the initial reaction of some during a recession, living with inlaws can quickly lose its allure.” Buffett adds that any government stimulus measure probably wouldn’t work any better than good old Mother Nature. Here’s what’s new in new homes. Save on energy costs with a Payne Family Home during April Everyone is feeling the pinch. Energy costs are steadily rising and expected to soar still higher. But Payne Family Homes has an exciting solution for budget-conscious homebuyers, its “Energy Efficiency Made Easy” package – and during the month of April, it’s absolutely free. Valued up to $15,000, depending on the plan, the cost-saving package will be included with any to-be-built Payne Family villa or single-family home purchased by April 30.The comprehensive package is designed to benefit Payne Family Home owners by making the house more energy-efficient – cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter, saving on energy bills and improving indoor air quality. Some of the package components are proven money-savers, including a 93-percent-efficient furnace, 14 SEER air conditioner and Energy Star dishwasher. Others are state-of-the-art and sure to intrigue spring homebuyers. For example, the builder will be installing a unique ceiling and exterior wall insulation system that not only conserves energy, but also adds structural strength and reduces outdoor air infiltration. Owners will be able to
control interior temperatures with a digital, programmable, touch-screen thermostat. And with the 2012 warm-weather season expected to be one of the worst in St. Louis history, allergy sufferers will appreciate the 5-inch media filter that blocks mold, allergens, dust and mites from entering the home. Additional cost-saving technologies include thermal-backed roof sheathing, a tankless water heater and humidity-controlled bath fans. Best of all, owners will be able to evaluate the efficiency of their homes with a handheld, wireless power cost monitor and make adjustments, as desired. The “Energy Efficiency Made Easy” package is available in 11 Payne Family communities, located in St. Charles, St. Peters, Wentzville, Eureka and O’Fallon (Mo.). To take advantage of the free incentive offer, contracts must be written and accepted by April 30. For more details on the energyefficiency package, call 314-477-1218 or visit PayneFamilyHomes.com. Live in a park from the $290s If you haven’t been to Thomas & Suit Homes’ Wyndgate Forest, now is definitely the time. The neighborhood is in its springtime glory, with the trees in full bloom and the swimming pool set to open next month. You’ll be wowed by the 55 acres of spectacular wooded common ground, four magnificent parks perfect for outdoor activities, and scenic trails for a spring walk. All that’s not to mention the two sports courts and bicycle lanes, plus, there’s Wyndgate Forest’s ideal location near Highway 40 and Highway N that puts you minutes from dining, entertainment and shopping. Best yet, prices for the impressive, feature-filled homes in this resort-like community start in the $290s. To see Wyndgate Forest for yourself, take Highway 40 to south on Highway N. Go 1.5 miles to left on Wyndgate Ridge and right on Paul Renaud. Thomas & Suit also is building at the nearby Enclave at Sommers Pointe, or they will build the custom home of your dreams. For information call 561-2120 or visit tshomes.net. Why buy new? Consort Homes has the answer Consort Homes seeks to answer the question of why people should consider buying a new home instead of an old home with more than just shiny new walls and floors. In fact the company is presenting an entire
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Prices start at $114,900 for single-family homes and a four-bedroom two-story is as low as $139,500. In all there are six new cottage and Craftsman-style bungalow designs with up to 1,800 square feet and 10 new two-story models with up to four bedrooms and 2½ baths. Meanwhile, after the sales rush last month, Whittaker has reduced the price of the remaining inventory home, the model 1596 ranch. The three-bedroom home has two full baths and a detached two-car garage. Two new inventory homes are under way, Whittaker said. “People are coming out and buying homes now,” he said. This is especially true at Whittaker’s attached-home community, Glenhurst, located on what Whittaker calls “the quiet side” of I-70 in Wentzville. These two-story homes are attached in pairs only at the garage for maximum privacy and feature full front and rear yards that are owned by the resident, not the community. Prices start at $109,500 for attractive 1,200to 1,500-square-foot models with two to four bedrooms and a two-car garage. Now available are former premium homesites that back to trees. For information about New Town or Glenhurst, call 916-2000. Check out homesbywhittaker.com.
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ows of Wildwood off Highway 109 near Highway 100. This small, private enclave of active homeowners age 55 and older backs up to the forests of the Rockwood Reservation and features one of the most unique clubhouses of any development. It’s also right next door to the YMCA and St. Louis Community College. Each of the five models at the Meadows has two to three bedrooms, and range from 1,600 to more than 1,800 square feet and with a finished lower level this can increase to more than 2,700 square feet. Prices range from about $290,000 to over $400,000. Two displays are now under construction. The centerpiece of the community is a the 6,000-square-foot clubhouse, which is free for use by homeowners. A $275 monthly fee covers lawn maintenance, snow removal, street maintenance, a free membership to the YMCA, use of the clubhouse and an emergency response system and trash pickup. If you have a home to sell, the Meadows will assist you. The sales center at 111 Meadows of Wildwood Blvd. is open daily 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 2735300 or visit meadowsofwildwood.com.
Custom building site available at Augusta Shores Griffey Homes has a 2.19-acre homesite Final phase at Meadows of Wildwood available at Augusta Shores, a custom home Only 15 homesites remain at the Mead- community in the rolling hills of Missouri
Wine Country in St. Charles County, only a 15 minute drive from Highway 40/61 down scenic Highway 94. Augusta Shores features 1- to 3½-acre wooded homesites, four spring-fed lakes, and community pool and tennis court. Unlike other nearby developments which only have septic systems and no public water utility, Augusta Shores has connections for municipal water, electric, and sanitary sewer services. Buyers can choose from Griffey’s collection of custom designs or will price out your one-of-a-kind dream home. Meanwhile, Griffey’s popular Penny Lane community is nearing closeout with fewer than 12 of the 107 homesites remaining and new closeout pricing. Buyers may choose from 10 villa designs which include ranch, 1½-story or two-story floor plans, or six two-story town home designs. The villas and town homes at Penny Lane offer between 1,500 and 3,000 square feet. All exterior designs include elegant, upscale brick-and-stone facades with stone address plates, architectural shingles, two-car front entry garage, fully landscaped, sodded and irrigated lawns. A limited number of walkout basements and three-car garages are still available. Penny Lane is located in the heart of St. Peters on Spencer Road between Mexico and Willott roads. Villa prices start in the $189s. Contact sales manager Kim Valerio at 936-1923 or email kim@griffeyhomes.com.
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MID RIVERS SAVER Lighting & Service the Way It Was! & Still Should Be!
A Modern Old Time Lighting Store
GRAND OPENING APRIL 20TH
brea the. mo ve. worsh i p . Holy Yoga and more, faith at the core. Grand Opening Special: ®
Try a Narrow Gate yoga class for only $5 (plus tax) Coupon good for your first Narrow Gate class. Expires 5/17/12.
1272 Jungermann Rd., Suite B St. Peters • 636.939.9041
For Grand Opening events & class schedule, visit: www.NarrowGateWellness.com
$5 OFF
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The finest selection of Religious G ifts, Books, Bibles, Music, Statuary, Jewelry, Rosaries, H ome D ecor, Memorial Items, Irish G ifts, School U niforms, Church Supplies and Church Furnishings.
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O’FALLON, MO (636) 379-3705 2953 Hwy K (at Hwy N, between Dierbergs and Sears) MON - FRI 9:00a.m. - 5:30p.m. | SAT 9:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. Year-Round open Monday & Thursday Nights until 7:00 p.m.
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With This coupon In Store Only Limit one coupon/discount per person. Expires 06-01-12.
2156 Bluestone Dr. St. Charles 636.949.2177
Hwy 94 at Portwest (Just East of Hwy 364)
Mon-Fri 9-5, Sat till 4, Thurs till 6:30
STORE CONSOLIDA TION SALE!
50% OFF
Lamps • Lampshades Ceiling Fans • Light Fixture Lamp and Clock Repairs Replacement Glass & Parts Repairs • Special Light Bulbs Installation and Advice
EVERYTHING ON DISPLAY & IN-STOCK
At Our St. Charles Location Only EVERYTHING MUST GO! Continue to Visit Us At:
1265 North Warson Road • Creve Coeur • 314.432.0086
Midway Between Olive Road & Page Avenue • Sale Valid at St. Charles Location Only
“Make the Right Choice”
3893 Mid Rivers Mall Dr. • St. Peters, MO 636-498-0005 • www.ChoiceCabinet.com
• Complimentary custom design & in-home measurements by experienced professionals • We offer cabinets, countertops, vanities, hardware & installation • Visit our showroom, call for hours
50% OFF LIST PRICE E V E R Y D A Y Factory direct all wood cabinets
SPRING for the Kitchen or Bath you have Always Wanted!
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$
Minimum Purchase Required With coupon. Not valid with any other offers or previous projects. Offer expires 5/31/12.
YES! It’s Finally Time! With coupon.Not valid with other offers. Offer Expires: 5/15/12.
$5.00 OFF Any $50 Purchase
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With coupon.Not valid with other offers. Offer Expires: 5/15/12.
www.DanielsFarmandGreenhouse.com
352 Jungermann Rd. • St. Peters, MO 63376 Open 7 days a week!
(636) 441-5048
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$ $
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ANY PURCHASE OVER $25*
SOUTH COUNTY 126 S. County Ctr Way Mehlville, MO 63129 314 892-5885
3 CONVENIENT LOCATIONS: MANCHESTER
14377 Manchester Rd. Manchester, MO 63011 636 527-3334
$20OFF
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ANY PURCHASE OVER $100*
MID RIVERS
4100 Mid Rivers Mall Dr. St. Peters, MO 63376 636 939-3663
*Limit one coupon per customer. Excludes Ping, Titleist, and Oakley products other restrictions may apply - see store for details
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Keith Tkachuk will be signing autographs Sunday, April 29th 1-3pm COLLECTABLES & MORE
• Sports/Trading Card Supplies • Baseball, Football, Basketball, Hockey • Sports Hobby Packs, Memorabilia & Autographs
Buy • Sell • Trade • Appraisals Available
$
5 OFF
Purchase of $30 or more
636-928-8881 4101-J Mexico Rd. • St. Peters
www.sblcollectables.com
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MID RIVERS SAVER Design On A Dime
CARPET CLEANING
Whole House Special ..............$199.95 (up to 1200 sq.ft.)
3 Rooms & Hall ............... .......$99.95 1 Room & Hall ........................ $69.95 Couch & Loveseat cleaned with above only
ONLY $75
The Place to Shop... The Place to Consign!
$ 00
Beautiful new & gently used home decor
Purchase of
Carpet & upholstery protection available.
Open Tuesday thru Sunday
Family owned and operated. Powerful truck-mounted systems.
4117 Mexico Rd. • St. Peters, MO 63376
(636) 577-4519 or (314) 583-8105
5Off
00 25 or more
$
Not valid with other offers or discounts. Expires 5/23/12
636-441-1299 www.designonadimeconsign.com
www.Elite-Carpet-Cleaners.com
First Month
$2 Off e Ultimat or Super Wash
Visit us online to check out our
“Fun”draising Program! www.GreenLanternCarWash.com
Not valid with any other offer. Coupon good thru 05/01/12. #05
St. Peters, MO Mid Rivers Mall Dr. at Hwy N Mon-Sat: 7am-8pm
10 OFF
$
Any Computer Service
With coupon. Must present coupon at time of repair. Not valid with any other offer. Expires 4/30/12 FFP
20 OFF
$
Any Computer Purchase
• • • • • •
Computers Laptops Software Programming Repairs Custom-built
• Computers • Networking • And More! Voted #1 Computer Repair 2010
O’Fallon St. Peters 2378 Hwy K 4736 Mid Rivers Mall Dr. 272-3434 928-1058
The Weeds aren’t waiting. Why should you?
With coupon. Must present coupon at time of repair. Not valid with any other offer. Expires 4/30/12 FFP
14366 Manchester Rd. 636.256.7901 www.JeffComputers.com Mon-Fri 9:30am-5:30pm Saturday 10am-4pm
Valid at participating locations for new customers. Joining fee and auto-pay registration required. Other restrictions may apply. Offer Expires 4/30/12.
Not valid with any other offer. Coupon good thru 05/17/12. #05
Sun: 10am-6pm
Locally Owned and Operated!
Free
$2 Off e Ultimat or Super Wash
High Speed Wireless Internet
TO-GO ORDERS: 636-926-2222
25
Small Engine Sales, Service and Repair
%
Fast return on standard 13-point tune-up and check
OFF
StudyX Through April
Learn Over 58 Different Languages!
19
99 $ Reg. $3999
Archway Small Engine
82 Spencer Rd., St. Peters, MO 63376, Next to Archway Spas
(636) 278-3087
StudyX helps memorize anything. It is customizable & easy to use!
Buy any Burger, Chicken or Fish Basket
Functional, Affordable Organization 4U!
Shelf 4 U and More! 10% OFF PRODUCT
Get the 2nd Half Off
Basket includes fries and drink. Expires 5/31/12
5
$ 99
HAMBURGERS 3957 Mid Rivers Mall Dr. • Cottleville, MO 63376
Lunch SPECIAL
1/3 lb. Burger, Fry & Drink 11am - 4pm Expires 5/31/12
Baby Christy Special is back! $ 99 includes Baby Christy Burger,
4
Expires 10/15/11
Fry & Drink www.christyburger.com Voted #1 Burger in St. Louis by St. Louis Magazine (Chain Category - 2011)
All Products Made in the USA
• Rubbermaid Wire Shelving • Melamine Shelving Get more storage space in your closets, garages and basements. We also sell Holland Grills
314.791.1797 • www.shelf4you.com
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Fresh takes on fresh fare keep Chevy’s Fresh Mex a favorite By Suzanne Corbett Favorite restaurants are like trusted old friends; they’re always there for you. Serving the community since 1994, Chevy’s Fresh Mex is one such friend. “What keeps us going is we have a great product that doesn’t go out of style,” said local Chevy’s owner John Whicker, explaining how consistency, service, value and quality have remained the foundation at all seven area Chevy’s locations. “We’re here to stay.” Chevy’s is built on maintaining its classical Mexican culinary theme and dedication to keeping the menu fresh. As the menu boasts, “We have no cans in our kitchen – Nada, no way, never.” All sauces, salsa, dressings, chips and tortillas are produced in-house and made from scratch daily. Every dish on the menu is prepared fresh and cooked to order. Chefs and grill masters oversee the production of the menu, which includes signature items, such as mesquiteChevy’s Fresh Mex 3005 Hwy. K • O’Fallon 636-379-1166 2911 Veterans Memorial Parkway • St. Charles 636-946-3434 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Monday-Thursday* 11 a.m.-midnight, Friday-Saturday* 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday *O’Fallon location closes one hour earlier. www.chevysfreshmex.com
grilled fajitas, prepared using top-choice, 21-day, wet-aged skirt steaks. Those same steaks are used to create the fajita steak salads, nachos and burritos. Chicken and pan-seared fish are finished on the grill, and all the tomatoes used in the sauces are char-grilled. Even the hot sauce on the table, made exclusively for Chevy’s, reflects a sweet, subtle smokiness and spiciness kissed with habanero chili - all popular flavor notes used in Chevy’s’ unique Mexican cooking style. “Our style of Mexican cooking is Sonoran,” Whicker said. “The Sonora region is in Northern Mexico where they cook using a lot of open fire. That’s why we have a mesquite grill.” While chefs favor the mesquite grill, the menu is not limited by it but offers a balance of traditional Mexican dishes and new creations, John Whicker, owner of area Chevy’s Fresh Mex restaurants. such as the soon-to-be-added Chipotle Burger using top ground beef blended with chipotle seasoning, then hand-pattied, cooked to order and served traditional sides, there are fire-grilled veggies, sauced with on a thick tortilla flatbread. red chili or – on request – a chipotle sherry cream sauce. According to Whicker, it’s a one-of-a-kind burger with New items and menu combos are planned for spring, unforgettably great taste. including the wallet-friendly Mexican Hat Trick, a three“We’re not a rice and beans place,” said Whicker, com- course meal priced at $12.99. Another consideration is the paring Chevy’s menu to other chain and fast food Mexican fresh fruit margaritas: Be on the lookout for the latest flaoperations. “For example, we have great jalapeno-glazed vors – banana and the possible debut of kiwi. ribs that we can put up against anyone’s ribs.” A strategy of remaining true to its roots and staying creFans of beans and rice fear not, because those classic ative and fresh has made Chevy’s a reliable family favorite. sides are on the menu and pair nicely with a plate of ribs, “I’ve never lost my passion for the business,” Whicker fish tacos and other items. But for those looking for non- said. “We’re excited about our future.”
MID RIVERS SAVER Spring Open House
Save up to $300... Reserve your CENTRAL VACUUM SYSTEM Today! Home Show Specials... Visit us at the St. Charles Home Show April 20th - 23rd for Additional SAVINGS! Booth #1028
Sat., May 5, 10am-6pm First 50 Customers recieve a FREE GIFT!
Raffles • Food • Giveaways Spin the wheel! Spring * Garden * Fountains Mother Day Gifts * Statuary Florals * Decor * Furniture
Locally owned & Operated Since 1984 Lifetime Warranty & Service on all makes & models
“HIDE-A-HOSE Retractable Hose System”
466Q Unit + Tool Kit + VROOM =
FC650 Unit + HAH Inlet + Tool Kit + VROOM =
200 SAVINGS
$
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Expires 4/23/12. Not valid with any other promotion or offer.
Expires 4/23/12. Not valid with any other promotion or offer.
$
Expires 4/23/12. Not valid with any other promotion or offer.
200 SAVINGS
MaxAir Unit + Tool Kit + 3 HAH Inlet + VROOM =
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Toys for All Ages! Pretend Play • Puzzles • Baby/Infant Arts & Crafts • Games • Educational
5 OFF
$
With Coupon. Not valid with other offers. Expires 5/23/12
Through May 1, 2012
Not valid with any other offer or coupon. Off reg. price. Not valid on G.C.’s, in-homes, customs or sp. orders.
www.TheWhiteHare.com
Mobile Mower Maintenance “We Do It In Your Driveway!”
SPRING SAVINGS
OFFER EXPIRES 5-23-12
2504 Hwy K • O’Fallon • 636.281.2848 Mon. - Sat. 10 am - 7 pm • Sun. 12-5 pm www.doodlebugtoys.com
636-441-1111 6121 Mid Rivers Mall Dr. St. Peters, MO 63304
Decor, Florals and Gifts
• Sharpen Blade • Change Oil • New Spark Plug • Lube Cables • and More!
And Much More!
Any Purchase of $25 or More
Special Offer! 20% OFF Any One Item
$89
ONLY
Plus $2 Oil Disposal Fee!
Includes all parts, service and tax! For push or self-propelled mowers. Riding Mowers only $30 more!
To Schedule Service CALL OUR NEW NUMBER: 314-677-9909 or book online: mymowerservice.com
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DINING 636.591.0010 Welcome to
Moto Sushi New MaNageMeNt
Enjoy our
MOST POPULAR DISHES Happy Hour Mon. - Fri., 4 pm - 7 pm Appetizers & Drink Specials
West of Chesterfield Galaxy 14 Cine & next to Oishi Japanese Steak House
ALL YOU CAN EAT Sushi, Teriyaki Appetizers & more Lunch $ 13.99 Dinner $ 24.99
120 Chesterfield Valley Drive, Chesterfield
1320 Triad Center Dr.
Call for evening reservations
(Located at Jungermann & McClay)
636.536.6833
www. fi li p p o s s tl . c o m
St. Peters
www.mymotosushi.com
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636.922.4444
$
5 OFF
(With Any Purchase of $25 or More) Dine-in only. With coupon. 1 coupon per table. Not valid with other offers. Exp. 4/30/12
10 OFF
$
(With Any Purchase of $50 or More) Dine-in only. With coupon. 1 coupon per table. Not valid with other offers. Exp. 4/30/12
The Tom Arcobasso Tradition Continues
D I N I N G
SteakS • PaSta • Seafood • Pizza & their famouS Salad dreSSing
Tue, Wed, Thur, 4 till 9, Bar Only
Gluten Free Options available
Thanks friends for voting us #1 in 2011!
1057 Wolfrum at Hwy 94 • 636-300-4680 • www.tarcobassos.com
Sunday-Thursday 11-Close
$2 Domestic Bottles & Pints $3 Craft Pints $5 Martinis - $4.50 Car Bombs
Sunday-Thursday, 10pm-Close Buy One Get One
10 items for $5.99
11am-3pm Monday-Friday! Non-Smoking and Two Patios with heaters MON.-SAT. 11 AM - 1:30 AM SUN. 10 AM - MIDNIGHT
4177 Veterans Memorial Pkwy. St. Peters, MO
636.939.2000
D I N I N G JOIN US on the Patio! Dine with us or enjoy Happy Hour 7 days a week!
636.591.0010
Late Night Happy Hour
New luNch SpecialS
Kids Eat FREE
HalF Price HaPPy HOur
EVERYDAY
FREE Well Drinks!
Family Owned & Operated Since 1972
12 years & under Tuesday & Wednesdays with purchase of adult entree.
Happy Hour 3-7pm
Tickets still available for Adult Prom - “Hollywood” Here & Now Saturday, April 28 DJ - Dancing - Italian Buffet Wells, Domestics, House Wine $50/person 20% benefits Friends of Kids with Cancer King/Queen/Best Dressed Awards & Photos
8653 Hwy N • Lake Saint Louis | 636.561.6966 www.DonatellisBistro.com
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We Fix LeakiNG ChimNeys
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We do more than visit our Website sWeep chimneys for discounts Brick Work Chimney Covers throuGh may 30th Flue Liner
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Powerwashing • Stain Decks Build and Repair Decks & Fences Remodeling • Finish Basements Roofing • Siding • Windows • Gutters All Painting • Wallpaper Removal
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When you want it done right the first time...
INSTAllATIoN ProFESSIoNAlS Ceiling Fans • Wholehouse Fans Gable Vent Fans • Recessed Lighting
Specializing in installation for two story homes with no wiring on first floor.
We’re the place to check out first.
When Handyman Quality Just Won't Do.
(314) 510-6400
MID RIVERS H O M E P A G E S
Real Estate Spotlights Lake St. Louis Living! $247,500
4 bedroom, 1½ story within walking distance of Green Tree Elementary Main floor master bedroom, former display home, too many features to list!
Call for appointment (636) 379-2009
MAY MOVE-IN “On the Quiet Side of O’Fallon”
3 Bedroom Ranch 1,820 sq. ft. Covered patio, wood floors, too many upgrades to list! only $209,900 OPEN Sat-Wed, 11am - 5pm
or call for appointment Located just north of Hwy 70 area in O’Fallon. West of Civic Park on Emge, left into community.
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St. Charles Junk is your local bulk and container service company catering to the St. Charles and surrounding counties. We haul it all... basement and garage cleanouts, appliances, yard waste, construction debris, and NOW OFFERING CONTAINERS! For the best service and pricing call St. Charles Junk at 636-697-7825 www.stcjunk.com.
Looking For In Home Care? Providing In Home Care for Seniors and the Disabled • Our ability to deliver services in customized packages-hourly, live-ins, couples care, bath visits, sleepovers, and respite care • Call to see if your loved one qualifies for Veteran's Benefits Yes, we are bonded and insured Call Right At Home
636-379-9955
& Demolition!
Flooring
Top Quality Home Care Service since 1987
10-15-20 cubic yd. Rolloff Dumpsters TOLL FrEE 1-888-STL-JUNK 888-785-5865
Make Everything Fresh Again!
OR CALL
Affordable Carpet Cleaning, LLC Where you get the best job for the cheapest price!
636-379-3100
Call Ellen
Carpet Cleaning & Floor Care LLC - SPECIAL $19.50 per room. Extraction & Dry Method. Very detailed, quality service. 25 yrs. experience, 18 yrs. St. Charles resident. Ref. avail. Residential and Commercial. Call Bill at 636244-2619 or cell 636-485-0021.
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Foundation
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Cleaning Services A 2 Z Cleaning - Residential & Commercial. Insured & Bonded. Professional and Thorough Customized Cleaning. FALL Special: 20% off of 2nd & 4th cleaning! Free estimates. Call Vicki (314) 283-1185 or a2zcleaning2@yahoo.com.
only $45 per inch what a deal!
Display ad includes: • 1 pt. border • Logo/art • Many typestyle options YOUR ad is created just for YOU + a proof at no charge! - Call 636.591.0010 -
Top Notch Waterproofing & Foundation Repair LLC. Cracks, sub-pump systems, structural & concrete repairs. Exterior drainage correction. Serving Missouri for 15 yrs. Free estimate 636-2816982. Finally, a contractor who is honest and leaves the job site clean. Lifetime Warranties.
Classifieds
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“Early bird gets the worm!” DO IT with
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Electric ERIC'S ELECTRIC - Licensed, Bonded and Insured: Service upgrades, fans, can lights, switches, outlets, basements, code violations fixed, we do it all. No job too small. Competitively priced. Free Estimates. Just call 636-262-5840.
The FAN Guy - Trained & experienced tradesman for light electrical services: ceiling fans, installation/repairs, new outlets/ switches, attic fans/outdoor lighting. Fair, dependable & honest. Call Paul 636-734-8402.
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• RN • LPN • CNA • NA • Companion Care • Full time • Part time • Live-In • No Contract Required
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Kelly Services is looking for Assembly Line Inspectors
SPRING CLEAN-UP
Must be available for at least 3 mos. Requires at least 6mos. assembly line, inspection related experience and the ability to work 12 hour shifts. APPLY NOW - CALL: 877-535-5983 Administrative Assistant, Parttime, manage accounts receivable, accounts payable, familiar with QuickBooks, and Microsoft Office Suite. Send resume to gwenm1@charter.net.
$3000
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Choose the home time you want!! • Home weekly/home 10-14 days • Extra $0.04 cpm on HazMat loads • Great miles • Health Ins. • Vacation pay
Help Wanted Guest Service Associate - PT - 25 hrs./week, $9/hr. Sales experience a plus but will train. Mostly nites/weekends (open 7 days/week). Need to be friendly with professional appearance in a fast-paced environment. Must have reliable transportation. Go to www.waxcenter.com/careers or email resume to center0148@ waxcenter.com. City of Wildwood Finance / Human Resources Assistant City of Wildwood is seeking an experienced finance and human resources professional. The ideal candidate will be experienced in general accounting, payroll processing and reporting, employee benefit plan administration, human resources administration and general office duties. Governmental accounting experience preferred. Candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, automated accounting and payroll systems and general office systems. Involves considerable public and office interactions, performs various assigned administrative tasks, and must exercise initiative and independent judgment. Effective oral and written skills required. Prefer bachelors degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Human Resources or equivalent education. Starting salary range $50,000 - $60,000 DOQ; comprehensive benefits package. Job description available at www.cityofwildwood.com. Submit cover letter and resume by 5:00 pm. April 30, 2012 to Lynne GreeneBeldner, Deputy City Administrator, Wildwood City Hall, 183 Plaza Dr., Wildwood, MO. 63040, lynne@cityofwildwood.com, or fax (636) 458-6969. EOE.
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(866) 204-0648 or to apply, visit: www.transportamericadrivers.com
30
per inch For only $ what a deal!
LINE AD: 8 lines of text with 3035 words in this size type. West Newsmagazine is direct-mailed to 68,000+ homes in St. Louis County and Mid Rivers Newsmagazine is direct-mailed to 62,000+ homes in St. Charles County. Call 636-591-0010.
Home Improvement HAPPY HANdYMAN SERvICE - "Don't Worry Get Happy" Complete home remodel/ repair - kitchen & bath, plumbing, electrical, carpentry. 24HR Emergency Service. Commercial & Residential. Discount for Seniors/Veterans. 636-541-9432.
O'Fallon Quality improvements Home Repair & Upgrades Decks • Windows • Doors Drywall • Carpentry Plumbing Repairs See website for diScountS FREE EstimatEs
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Total Bathroom Remodeling Cabinetry•Plumbing•Electrical 20 Years Experience
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636-322-9011 www.bruce-son.com MILLENNIUM LAWNS - Save your time and money. $27 for Mowing, Trimming & Blowing (for most lawns). NO contracts. Call when needed. Services provided within 48 hours of call. Contact Ryan at 314-581-9119. Thank you!
Early Bird Specials!
Mower Tune-ups Free Plug & Oil for new customers only
636-978-0292
Prayer ST. JUDE NOVENA
May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us. St. Jude, Worker of Miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, Help of the Hopeless, pray for us. Say prayer nine times a day; by the 8th day prayer will be answered. Say it for nine days. Then publish. Your prayers will be answered. It has never been known to fail. Thank you, St. Jude. JM
Trees
J. Snyder Tree Service
Storm Damage • Trimming • Pruning ARBORIST FREE Estimates "Let us go
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out on a limb... For You"
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ABC Moving & Storage, Inc in Chesterfield. Residential, commercial, corporate Relocations. Local/Long Distance moving from a simple piece or multiple truckloads. We do it all! Custom packaging & crating. Call today for a FREE ESTIMATE (636) 532-1300.
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636.262.5124 InSuRed • MenTIOn Ad & ReCeIVe 10% OFF
Karen's Painting Looking for a job done right the first time? On time? Neat & organized? Someone who respects your home like her own? Interior & exterior painting. Free estimates. Discounts on empty properties. Call KAREN 636-352-0129.
Plumbing Thomure Plumbing LLC - Quality, Full Service Commercial & Residential since 1980. New Installation & Repair. Reasonable Rates. Call Mike today for a FREE ESTIMATE (636) 262-6489. ANYTHING IN PLUMBING - Good Prices! Basement bathrooms, small repairs & code violations repaired. Fast Service. Call or text anytime: 314-409-5051.
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