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2012 Profiles of Progress | Directory Profiles of Progress is an annual publication of the St. Joseph News-Press offering advertisers the opportunity to describe their business and tell customers and potential customers about their products and services. SECTIONS Commerce .................................................. 6 Community ............................................... 34 Health....................................................... 46 Industry & Agriculture ................................ 58 Real Estate ............................................... 68 Region ...................................................... 72

Duncan Carriages.................................... 54 Earley Tractor, Inc ..............................60, 85 East Hills Shopping Center ................13, 13 Express Flight ....................................14, 57 Fairway Mortgage .................................... 37 Farm Bureau Insurance .......................... 24

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Farmers State Bank of Wathena .......77, 91

Advantage Title, LLC .........................70, 71

Federal-Mogul, Inc ...........................77, 80

Affiliated Foods Midwest Cooperative ...74, 91

Foley Equipment ..............................60, 31

Agape Family Medicine Clinic ............50, 27

Francis Street First United Methodist .... 38, 32

Altec ..................................................... 28

Friends of the Shelter .......................37, 19

American Family Insurance ............... 8, 43

Gary Riepl Shelter Insurance ............14, 45

Andrew County Museum ...................74, 76

Gigi’s Salon.......................................77, 75

Apple Market ..................................... 8, 18

Grace Evangelical Church .................38, 32

Archer Lawn Care, Inc.......................... 8, 45

Graybill Tire & Repair.........................77, 87

Atchison Area Chamber of Commerce 74, 89

Groovy’s Cuts & Tees .........................78, 87

Baskin-Robbins .................................. 8, 79

Heartland Health ................................ 51, 2

Belt Alignment/ME Customs .............10, 20

Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden.. 38, 14

Benedictine College .........................36, 20

Helen Nguyen, MD ...........................52, 22

Black Iron Grill Steakhouse and Saloon .74, 87

Heritage Tractor, Inc. .........................60, 89

Boehringer Ingelheim Inc ..................... 50, 5

Hughes Family Chiropractic ..............52, 54

Camp Geiger Shooting Range ...........36, 19

Hy-Vee ............................................... 16, 3

CBIZ..................................................10, 51

Images of You ..................................16, 22

Citizens Bank and Trust ....................75, 87

Independent Farmers Bank ..............78, 93

City of St. Joseph .............................36, 63

International Paper ...........................61, 11

Clark-Sampson Funeral Home ...........10, 79

Jessica L. Studer Agency ..................78, 90

CliftonLarsonAllen ............................10, 12

Jodi Nellson Agency, Inc ....................78, 75

Coldwell Banker ...............................70, 71

John Saunders Real Estate ................70, 93

Colfax Farmers Mutual Insurance .....76, 87

John Rauth Construction Co. ............16, 61

Conaway Insurance ..........................12, 27

Kat & Company Antiques & Gifts .......16, 79

County Line Church of Christ ............36, 33

Keepin’ Company ..............................82, 93

Covenant Medical Spa .....................50, 17

Keller Construction ............................18, 61

Covenant Primary Care .....................50, 23

Ken Smith Autobody, LLC ...................18, 96

Creations (Engraving & Embroidery) .12, 75

King City Lumber ...................................... 93

Creviston and Sons Jewelry 13, 41 and 80

LaVerna Village..................................52, 67

Dave’s Diesel Service, Inc..................60, 27

Libel Hearing Aid ...............................52, 26

Dennis T. Myers DDS, PC....................51, 90

Lifeline Foods ..................................61, 28

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Luna’s Catering .................................19, 67

Smooth Endings ...............................25, 79

Marigold Bakery and Café .................82, 88

Snyder and Associates .....................65, 24

McElroy Metal . .................................62, 85

Sprague Excavation ................................ 53

MERIL ...............................................38, 53

St Joe Agri .............................................. 67

Meyer Floors ....................................20, 79

St. Francis Hospital ..........................86, 81

Michael S. Hollingsworth, DDS, PC .....53, 79

St. Francis Xavier School ...................44, 67

Midwest Mini Barns ..........................62, 84

St. Joseph Christian School ...............44, 57

Milbourn’s Family Restaurant ............20, 26

St. Joe Harley Davidson .....................25, 57

Missouri Western State University ......40, 15

Saint Joseph Imaging Center .............56, 27

Monroe’s ATA.....................................21, 79

St. Joseph News-Press ............................ 40,

Muchnic GalleryAtchison ArtAssociation....83, 89

.................................. 32, 42, 56 and 71

Murf’s Auto Supply ............................83, 87

St. Joseph Public Library ...................45, 53

Musser’s Cleaning and Restoration ..21, 55

St. Joseph Tractor ..............................65, 44

Nestle Purina Petcare ........................62, 30

State Farm Insurance — Nick Koeteman 26, 54

North Country Lumber & Truss ..........62, 93

Stevenson Family Pharmacy/Apothecary 55, 53

Northwest Health Services ................53, 48

Store of Colors (Maryville) ................88, 82

Northwest Missouri State University ..83, 80

Store of Colors (St. Joseph) ..............26, 56

Northwest Pipe Co ...........................64, 88

Sunshine Electric Display ..................65, 56

On-Site Golf .....................................22, 79

System Builders, Inc..........................66, 25

Pentecostals of St. Joseph.................40, 32

The Barn Bed & Breakfast .................89, 95

Performance Plus Rehabilitation Center..54, 79

The Comfort Center ...........................12, 23

Pickup Palace ..................................22, 14

The Old Cookstove ............................83, 93

Plasma Biological Services ...............54, 79

The Salon Suites ...............................27, 40

Pony Express Museum .......................42, 22

The Spa at NorthPointe ...................... 25, 9

Pregnancy Resource Clinic ................55, 79

Thrivent Financial .............................28, 79

Quality Auto Repair ..........................86, 87

Tiffany In-Home Services ...................56, 45

Quality Hearing Aid Centers ...............23, 21

Tron’s ...................................................... 44

Quality Structures, Inc .......................64, 84

United Electric Coop 28 and 92, 75 and 82

Rock Ridge Steel ..............................86, 90

Vision Audio Inc ................................29, 84

Reece Nichols ......................................... 71

Wachter Electric ................................66, 40

Roberts Roofing ...............................64, 66

Waldinger Corporation .......................67, 39

Rock Ridge Steel ..............................86, 90

Ware’s Home Center .........................92, 76

Roderick Signs .................................24, 66

Water Doctor ....................................29, 19

Rolling Hills Library .........................42, 66

Wild Horse Saloon/Mule Barn Cafe ...92, 87

RS Electric Corp ...............................64, 29

Women’s Health & Wellbeing .............57, 79

Seaman and Schuske Metal Works ...65, 94

Woodson Chapel Christian Church.....45, 32

Simpson’s Market ............................86, 91

Yesterday’s Memories ........................92, 93

On the cover TOP: Workers put the finishing touches on the exterior of the newest addition to the Boehringer Ingelheim campus in St. Joseph. MIDDLE: Traffic flows along the newly resurfaced U.S. Highway 36 east of St. Joseph. BOTTOM: The historic square in Savannah, Mo. St. Joseph News-Press file photos

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Come for the science. Stay for the humanity. Boehringer Ingelhelm Vetmedica, Inc., a growing world-class scientific company, is pleased to offer excellent opportunities in animal health science, research, management, sales and marketing to select professionals who also expect a high quality of life for themselves and their families. St. Joseph, Missouri, located squarely in America’s heartland, is a mere stone’s throw from bustling Kansas City, and even closer to the homespun amenities of a small-city or rural life. Work in St. Joseph, but live like you want. For career opportunities visit http://bi-vetmedica.com/careers. Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc. 2621 North Belt Highway, St. Joseph, Missouri 64506-2002, www.bivijobs.com ©2011 Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica Inc.

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2012 Profiles of Progress | Commerce

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Iron workers place steel beams in a portion of the Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica administration building that will be enclosed in glass. Construction of the 100,000-square-foot facility is on schedule for completion in June of 2012 thanks to the dry conditions in St. Joseph last summer. When the building is completed, approximately 300 people will work there.

Modern work force demands new skills Most jobs in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s market require some form of higher education to handle technical realities of modern employment 6 Profiles of Progress, March 25, 2012, St. Joseph News-Press

By JENNIFER HALL

T St. Joseph News-Press

he St. Joseph work force has changed in the past 10 years. The days of abundant factory jobs with good pay and great benefits are being traded for services, life sciences and a more skilled class of workers. Larry Mace has seen a completely different set of job orders come through his office at The Staffing Center. For example, he said, there are still manufacturing jobs out there, but now those businesses want a welder and CNC machinist. “The days of the general laborer are greatly reduced,” Mr. Mace said. “I think right now, nationwide, there are 3.5 million jobs, and half of those have been posted for more than 90 days. We’re having trouble filling them.” Companies have grown cautious in the recession and their hiring habits reflect that. Of the 20 current openings at the employment agency, Mr. Mace said that about eight are manufacturing and the rest are clerical and administrative. “But rather than broad computer

...Rather than broad computer experience, now they want softwareparticular experience. Companies are not hiring unless it really adds to their productivity and efficiency — LARRY MACE, The Staffing Center

experience, now they want software-particular experience,” he said. “Companies are not hiring unless it really adds to their productivity and efficiency.” Companies aren’t taking a chance to hire when they don’t have that exact position available, Mr. Mace said. “They used to hire when we had anticipation of an increase in business,” he said. “Now companies can’t afford to do that.” Another big change is the age of the local work force. Unemployment numbers often fail to highlight the impact on those aged 16 to 18. That number has hit as high as 24 percent. “There used to be a day where there were minimum-wage jobs available for them,” Mr. Mace said. “Now retirees are working into their 70s and the young people aren’t getting those jobs and the experience.” Work force development has been a big focus for the St. Joseph community, from the local school dis-

tricts to higher education and trade schools. “The challenge is to transition available workers to those positions and help them obtain the skills and training that is necessary to work in those positions,” said Ted Allison, president and chief executive officer at the St. Joseph Metro Chamber. “Work force development has been a major part of our focus. But from what we hear, whether it’s from large employers or our smallest, is that we are in excellent shape.” St. Joseph has always been a diverse community, and right now Mr. Allison and Mr. Mace see the economy being the much of the same. “We have every reason to be optimistic,” Mr. Allison said. “We are obviously impacted by the world trade environment and global economy, but it appears that we’re faring very well.” A majority of the local industries, including manufacturing, services and life sciences, are growing and hiring. “We are excited about the diverse recovery where we don’t have all of our eggs in one basket,” Mr. Allison said. Jennifer Hall can be reached at jennhall@newspressnow.com. Follow her on Twitter: @SJNPHall.

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American Family Insurance www.amfam.com

Apple Market www.applemarketstjoe.com

afraid to roll up their sleeves for a community project. American Family won the Second Harvest “Food Fight” competition for the third American Family Insurance is a year in a row, providing the equivahit among consumers in St. Joseph lent of more than 13 tons of food for and throughout our 19 operating the local community. states. Our customers gave us the And we also enjoyed distributing top spot in the J.D. Power and As- official American Family training sociates 2011 Insurance Shopping camp T-shirts to more than 1,200 Study purchase experience index. youngsters at the second annual Customers who recently purchased Kansas City Chiefs Family Fun Day auto insurance from American event at Missouri Western State Family gave us higher ratings than University. About 6,000 fans turned those who bought from any other out for the American Family-sponinsurer. sored event. We’re also one of the largest emWe’re prouder than ever to help ployers in the St. Joseph area, and make St. Joseph a great place to our agents and employees are not live.

ate with a bachelor of science degree in business management. Decker has E-mail: tdsupermarkets.com been in the grocery industry most of Address: 903 N. 36th St., his life and brings 38 years of grocery St. Joseph, MO 64506 management to Apple Market. Apple Market focuses on bringing Additional locations: 2300 Mitchell fresh, quality food to the community Ave., St. Joseph; 3734 Pear St., St. where we live. Joseph “In the summer, we bring locally Phone: (816) 236-2000 grown produce to our markets, As a company, we want Apple Market to be Business hours: 6 a.m. to midnight good partners, neighbors and friends Year established: 2008 with St. Joseph and surrounding communities,” Euler says. Number of employees: 170 With three Apple Market locations in St. Joseph — 903 N. 36th, 3734 Pear St. and Apple Market of 2300 Mitchell Ave. — the St. Joseph is locally slogan “We’re right on owned and operated your way home” is true by St. Joseph residents for everyone. With the Todd Euler and Mike desire to bring fresh Decker. With more than quality foods, even lo50 years experience in the grocery industry, Euler and Decker cally grown foods, at reasonable prices opened the Apple Market grocery chain to the people of St. Joseph, these two in St. Joseph in October 2008. Euler, St. Joseph residents are prepared to a St. Joseph native, is a Central High earn your business. Stop by tonight, School and Missouri Western gradu- we are right on your way home.

Archer Lawn Care, Inc.

Baskin-Robbins

Address: 4802 Mitchell Ave., St. Joseph, MO 64507 Phone: (816) 364-1541 Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday Year established: 1927; St. Joseph Office: 1958

Number of employees: more than 750

www.archerlawncare.com Address: 5201 N.E. Woodbine Road, St. Joseph, MO 64505 Phone: (816) 279-7200 Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday E-mail: service@archerlawncare.com Year established: 1999 Number of employees: 15 Twitter: @archerlawncare Facebook: facebook.com/alcinc Archer Lawn Care, Inc. is based on the principles of providing a complete and quality solution to all of your maintenance, landscaping and snow and ice management needs at an affordable price. With this philosophy, we have grown at a steady pace while still maintaining those values. We service both residen-

tial and commercial accounts including everything from single family homes, apartment complexes and condo communities, to commercial businesses, shopping centers and industrial complexes. We are locally owned and operated and service all of the surrounding communities with an experienced and knowledgeable Landscape Industry Certified staff that is equipped to maintain your property on a priority basis, from the smallest to the largest details. Commercial and Residential Services:

Landscape Design/Build • Lawn Maintenance • Landscape Maintenance • Lawn Applications • Irrigation • Hardscapes • Snow and Ice management • Parking Lot Sweeping. We are proud corporate members of The Professional Landcare Network, The Snow & Ice Management Association and The St. Joseph Metro Chamber.

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www.baskinrobbins.com Address: 2301 N. Belt Highway, St. Joseph, MO 64506 Phone: (816) 232-3100 Business hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, drivethru open 30 minutes longer. Summer hours: 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Drive-thru open until 11 p.m. Year established: Purchased in 1996 Number of employees: 10 to 16 Baskin-Robbins has been located in Woodlawn Shopping Center since the 1980s. We relocated in 2001 to an end space, complete with a drive-thru win-

dow. Ice cream, shakes, Blasts, smoothies, sundaes, 31˚ Below, cakes and cake bites can be enjoyed all year. Ice cream cakes

(traditional or crunch) and cake bites are great for everyday desserts, holidays or special occasions. 2010 brought “real” soft serve ice cream and the 31˚ Below, your favorite candy topping mixed with smooth and creamy real soft serve ice cream. 2011 brought delicious cake bites and gift cards! Watch for new beverages in April, and a Men in Black promotion in May. Come by for daily specials or call for your birthday party or event. Baskin-Robbins - the place to be!

Belt Alignment / ME Customs www.cbiz.com

Address: Belt & Messanie, St. Joseph, Mo. 64507

Address: 218 S. Seventh St., St. Joseph MO 64501

Phone: (816) 816-8680

Additional locations: More than 140 offices nationwide

Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to noon Saturday

Phone: (816) 233-0201

Year established: 1985 In 2011, Belt Alignment and ME Customs (both owned by Jay Elardo and family) merged into one location at Belt & Messanie. Belt Alignment provides complete automotive service, specializing in drivability issues like computerized alignments & balancing, brakes, shocks, struts, air & heating systems, quick lube and much more.

CBIZ

Business hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday E-mail: hwalker@cbiz.com Year established: 1899 ME Customs specializes in welding & fabrication services as well as leveling and lift kits for pickups. They also carry a huge selection of wheels and tires with unbeatable prices. Both businesses pride themselves with having a high rate of customer satisfaction and are now providing services for second- and t h i rd - g e n eration customers.

Clark-Sampson Funeral Home www.clarksampson.com

more than 100 years ago,” Address: 120 Illinois Ave., St. Joseph, says funeral MO 64504 director T.J. Business hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sampson. Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to noon Clark-SampSaturday son Funeral Home encourPhone: (816) 238-0601 — answered ages families 24 hours a day to see what Year Established: 1908 they have to offer in comparison to Clark-Sampson Funeral Home other funeral homes. Clark-Samphas been providing sincere and pro- son Funeral Home offers basic and fessional service to the St. Joseph elegant services. “Our service continues beyond community since 1908. The funeral home has been owned and operated the time of the funeral, as we conby the Sampson family for more tinue to serve our families 24 hours a day for any of your needs,” Sampthan 20 years. “We are proud to be a part of the son says. “We service all cemeteries community and carry on the tra- and accept prepaid funeral services dition started by the Clark family from any funeral establishment.” Clark-Sampson Funeral Home services include the following but are not limited to: pre-arranged plans, cremation services, funeral services, monument services, video tributes, after-care services and miscellaneous memorabilia. 10 Profiles of Progress, March 25, 2012, St. Joseph News-Press

Number of employees: 28 CBIZ provides a number of business services to commercial customers, such as property/casualty insurance, employee benefits, surety bonds, professional liability, human resources consulting and payroll. The local office also offers individual life and health insurance products, including Medicare supplemental insurance. The St. Joseph office opened in 1899 and since then has provided insur-

ance services to our community through many generations. In 2006, the office was acquired by CBIZ, Inc., a publicly traded company with a national scope. CBIZ employs approximately 5,000 workers nationwide, nearly 1,000 of which are in the Kansas and Missouri areas. CBIZ is proud of its unwavering commitment to giving back to its associates, clients and communities.

CliftonLarsonAllen www.cliftonlarsonallen.com

unprecedented emphasis on serving privately held businesses and Address: 2301 Village Drive, St. their owners, as well as nonprofits Joseph, MO 64506 and governmental entities. The firm Additional locations: more than 90 has a staff of more than 3,600 profeslocations nationwide sionals, operating from more than 90 offices across the country. For more Phone: (816) 232-8441 information about CliftonLarsonAlBusiness hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. len, visit www.cliftonlarsonallen. Monday through Friday com. By offering clients the strength E-mail: betty.akard@cliftonlarsonallen. of a national firm with the service com of a hometown firm, CLA brings Year established: 1978 an unsurpassed understanding Number of employees: 30 local, 3,736 and knowledge base to help clients achieve their financial goals. The firm-wide firm expands on its dedication to CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA) is one clients through community involveof the nation’s top 10 certified pub- ment. Staff members volunteer on lic accounting and consulting firms. various civic and philanthropic iniStructured to provide clients with tiatives and serve on a multitude of highly specialized industry insight, area business boards of directors the firm delivers assurance, tax and and professional trade organizaadvisory capabilities. CLA offers tions.

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The Comfort Center

Conaway Insurance

www.thecomfortcenter.com

www.conawayinsurance.com

Address: 1804 N. Belt Highway, St. Joseph, MO 64506

Address: 3510 Messanie St., Suite F, St. Joseph, Mo.

Phone: (816) 279-1511

Business hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; by appointment any time, in-home appointments available

Spring Spas are also demonstrated. Business hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Customers may bring in their pool Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 3 and spa water samples for computerp.m. Saturday; Closed on Sundays ized water testing. Chlorine and nonYear established: 1981 chlorine products are offered for both pools and spas. Fireplaces and stoves Number of employees: 12 are operating in season, demonstrating The Comfort Center creates an atmo- high efficiency wood, gas or pellet units. sphere of year-round comfort in your The Comfort Center has employed the own home, offering swimming pools, same pool installers for over 20 years. spas and fireplaces. The service technicians are all certified After 26 years at the same in the many areas of pool, spa location on Pear Street, The and fireplace installation. Comfort Center moved in 2008 Gary and Dianna and to its new location at 1804 N. their trained, qualified Belt Hwy. With a showroom staff invite you to visit their that’s more than 3,500 square feet, they showroom today! Their goal is to offer year round displays of pools, spas, give you the best product with the fireplaces, chemicals and accessories. best service in Northwest Missouri. The showroom displays an in- With more than 31 years of experiground, one-piece fiberglass swimming ence, “Let Us Build Your Backyard pool with a waterfall, in-pool light and Dreams;” if you can dream it, we automatic cover, while 10 models of Hot can build it.

Creations (Engraving & Embroidery) www.creationsebz.com Address: 413 W. Main, Savannah, MO 64485 Phone: (816) 324-4994 Business hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday Email: creations@aol.com Year established: 1993 Number of employees: 4 Creations is celebrating it’s 19th year in business in 2012. Stacy Cole became the new owner of the embroidery division on January 4 and Patti Derr remains the owner of the engraving division. Phyllis Ellis took on the new responsibility of store assistant on that date. Creations offers custom embroidery on in-house items as well as items customers bring in. Engrav-

ing is also done on customer’s items while featuring many custom engraving products for sale. Creations recently expanded their website by adding online ordering for in-store pick-up, or shipping is available as well. Featuring and specializing in custom personalized products has been the foundation of Creations since its beginning in 1993 and remains the store’s number one priority. Come in today and see what Creations can do for your business logo, school mascot or personalized gift needs.

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Year established: 2008 Number of employees: 3 “It’s About You.” When you think about your auto or home insurance, do you think about saving money? You should. Your State Farm agent in St. Joseph, Gina Conaway, is focused on helping you with your insurance and financial needs. Gina has more than 11 years of prior management experience with State Farm

and more than three years of financial investment experience with American Century Investments. Gina, a native of St. Joseph, graduated from Missouri Western State University. She is licensed to provide full financial services as well as all of your personal insurance needs. With all of the insurance agents in St. Joe, why should you choose Gina Conaway Insurance? Because she and her staff will ask questions, listen to your answers and take the time to get to know you personally so that your property and your future are protected. With the availability of after-hours and in-home appointments and 24hour customer response, you will always have a good neighbor with State Farm and Gina Conaway Insurance. Let’s talk! Call (816) 232-GINA (4462).

Creviston and Son Jewelry www.crevistons.com Address: 510 N. Belt Highway, St. Joseph, Mo. Additional location: 1002 S. Main St., Maryville, Mo. Business hours: St. Joseph location — 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday Maryville location — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Year established: 1908 Creviston and Son Jewelry is celebrating 104 years in business. St. Joseph’s oldest jewelry business is proud to be family-owned. Founded by Jeff T. Creviston Sr. in 1908, Creviston has evolved from a wholesale and manufacturing business to the retail jewelry business it is today. For the past 14 years, Creviston has been voted St. Joseph’s favorite jewelry store through the News-

Press Readers’ Choice Awards. We have received the Gold, Platinum and Diamond awards, the highest possible. The staff at Creviston believes these awards result from customers’ appreciation for the selection of quality diamond and colored-stone jewelry and timepieces. Of course, Creviston’s outstanding customer service is another reason customers return for all their jewelry needs. As always, Creviston is also a great source of estate and consignment jewelry of all kinds. Plus, Creviston offers top dollar for gold. For more information about Creviston and Son Jewelry, contact Jim Deatherage or Craig Obermier at the St. Joseph store or Tim Creviston at the Maryville store. And remember to visit www.crevistons.com.

East Hills Shopping Center www.shopeasthills.com Address: 3702 Frederick Blvd., St. Joseph, MO 64506

Where FAMILY, FUN and FASHION Connect. East Hills Shopping Center has been a part of our community for over 45 years. We’ve undergone a redevelopment to ensure we will remain a premier shopping destination for the next 50 years.

Phone: (816) 279-5667 Business hours: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday; noon to 5 p.m. Sunday E-mail: info@shopeasthills.com Year established: 1965

specialty retailers and restaurants. The newest tenants include Charming Charlie, Fanzz, Hallmark Gold Crown, Children’s Place, ChristoEast Hills Shopping Center has pher Banks/CJ Banks, Texas Roadbeen a proud member of the St. Jo- house and Off Broadway Shoes, seph community for almost 50 years. which opened in early March. East Anchored by JCPenney, Dillards, Hills offers family restrooms, a Sears and Gordmans, East Hills children’s play area, soft-seating boasts more than 50 small shops, areas, a vintage carousel, free WiFi access, a floor-to-ceiling fireplace and a lounge with flat-screen TVs. Whether you are browsing the shops or enjoying the many amenities, there is something for everyone at East Hills, “Where Fashion, Family and Fun Connect!” Number of employees: 30

Located at the corner of Belt Highway & Frederick Avenue Open Monday thru Saturday 10am-9pm; Sunday Noon-5pm 816.279.5667

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Express Flight

Gary Riepl Shelter Insurance

www.expressflight.net

based aircraft. We also offer pilot flight training, executive air charAddress: 300 N.W. Rosecrans Road, ter aircraft hanger storage, aircraft St. Joseph, MO 64503 sales and rental, car rental, in-flight Phone: (816) 233-3444 food catering, pilot supplies and aircraft cleaning and detailing. MainBusiness hours: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. 7 tenance is available on field aircraft. days a week Also, a newly affiliated avionics reE-mail: efi@ponyexpress.net pair facility is starting up operation. Drop in and fill up with our 24-hour Year established: 1980 self-service Avgas facility in addition to our full service truck-delivThis year Express Flight begins ered fuels. Our fast service, modern its 32nd year of operation at Rose- facilities, mid-continent location crans Airport. Our full-service fixed and friendly and helpful staff are base operation (FBO) specializes in the main attraction for pilots stopfueling operations for transient and ping here in St. Joseph.

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Address: 1807 N. Woodbine Road, Ste A, St. Joseph, MO 64506 Phone: (816) 232-5404 Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; Saturday and evening appointments available E-mail: griepl@agent.shelterinsurance. com Year established: 1994 At Gary Riepl Shelter Insurance, we are proud to offer personal service with quality products catered to your needs. Gary and staff member Mariah Kirschner are both licensed, trained and committed to serving our customers’ auto, home, life, farm and business needs. With Shelter Bank, we also have the availability of many deposit and loan services. Gary is a graduate of Kansas State University and has been working in the

financial services area in St Joseph since 1981. After 13 years with Commerce Bank, we opened our Shelter Insurance Agency in 1994 to continue serving the St Joseph area. Shelter Insurance, formerly MFA Insurance, offered that opportunity with a local home state company. Mariah has been with the agency for three years and is licensed and trained. The office is conveniently located on North Woodbine Road, three blocks north of Frederick. We maintain regular business hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and appointments on evenings and weekends to fit customers’ needs. Shelter Insurance customer service is available 24/7 along with many internet options. We invite you to call or stop by to meet us and review your insurance and financial needs. We’re your Shield. We’re your Shelter.

Heaton-Bowman-Smith “Caring In All That We Do” Now located in St. Joseph & Savannah As a fourth generation

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Hy-Vee

Images of You

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Address: 201 N. Belt Highway, St. Joseph, MO 64506

Address: 518 N. Belt Highway, St. Joseph, MO 64506

Phone: (816) 232-9750

Phone: (816) 233-1414

Business hours: 24 hours a day, seven days per week Year established: 2003

Business hours: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and Friday; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday

Number of employees: 350

Year established: 1994

opened a Caribou Coffee kiosk in its store. In addition to fresh brewed coffee, they offer espresso-based Employment information: www.hy-vee.com beverages, smoothies, specialty Twitter: STJOSEPHHYVEE teas, whole bean coffee and Caribou Coffee merchandise. St. Joseph HyFacebook: facebook.com/stjoehyvee Vee is now offering a full-service suSt. Joseph’s “Fa- shi bar, serving Fujisan Chef Select vorite Grocery Sushi. Our professionally trained Store” since it sushi chefs make fresh in-store suopened in 2003, Hy- shi at Hy-Vee from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Vee is the place to get your grocer- Customers may either order the suies, grab a bite to eat at its many shi in-store or buy the freshly made restaurants, enjoy a cup of Caribou sushi in the showcase. We currently coffee, take care of your errands, carry products and a menu that live a healthier lifestyle by talking meet the needs of our customers to Hy-Vee’s on-staff dietitian or from a wide range of demographic just socialize with all of the people backgrounds. Hy-Vee is “Making you see in Hy-Vee. Recently, Hy-Vee lives easier, happier and healthier.”

John Rauth Construction Co. Address: 26th and Patee streets, St. Joseph, MO 64507

Clientele depend on the talented stylists at Images of You to create fashionable new looks for every season, occasion or just because it’s time for a change. These stylists pride themselves on being versatile. They can create the classic beauty of traditional styles as well as the edginess of bold hair design. Experienced in the art of weaves and hair extensions, Images of You can add length and body to your hair in an afternoon. Stylish up-dos for formal events such as prom and weddings are popular requests as are the hip, mod-

Kat & Company Antiques & Gifts www.katandcoantiques.com Address: 3709 N. Belt Highway, St. Joseph, MO 64506

Phone: (816) 233-2225 John F. Rauth founded John Rauth Construction Co. and Rauth Kitchen Concepts in January 1953. One of the oldest family-owned residential remodeling companies in the St. Joseph area, the company does professional remodeling, room additions and kitchen and bath remodeling. Customers appreciate the added value of well-designed planning and attention to detail. Customer referrals have helped John Rauth Construction Co. grow and prosper for 59 years. Customers enjoy the savings advantage of working with a single contractor from the design stage through the completion of their project. John Rauth Construction

Number of employees: 7

Phone: (816) 749-4232 E-mail: katandcompanyantiques@gmail. com Business hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday Co. has developed an outstanding Year established: 2010 reputation for quality. The combination of fine craftsmanship, high- Number of employees: 4 est quality materials, experience, honesty and dedication to customer needs has been keys to the company’s success. The company’s reputation and success have extended past the St. Joseph region and expanded its market into the Kansas City area. “We are proud to have built our reputation on quality, and we thank our customers for their loyalty and for recommending us to their friends and neighbors,” Michael Rauth said.

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ern cut and color combinations. Using all-natural Aveda products, Images of You can help repair and heal hair that has been chemically or naturally damaged. Pretty nails have become a musthave for many women in the 21st century. Images of You uses a unique process for nails that can be removed by soaking so that the natural nails aren’t damaged by repeated fill-ins. Full services at Images of You go beyond haircuts, permanents or color. Waxing of eyebrows, upper lips, chin and cheeks is available. Eyelash extensions, as well as hair extensions and weaves, allow clients to change their appearance dramatically. Clients also can enjoy body wraps and massage services. The professionals at Images of You can help you decide on a look that is right for you. It is a good idea to call for an appointment, but walk-ins are also accepted.

Kat & Company Antiques and Gifts is home to 114 individual “shops.” We offer 20,000 square feet of home decor, ironwork, candles, vintage clothing, candies and food mixes, handbags, chic jewelry, antiques, and, of course, furniture. There is truly something to satisfy everyone’s taste. Kat & Co is your ideal mall for a total room revamp or simply to pick up the perfect dishware before a big family dinner. The vendors restock daily, so each visit will be a new experience. Kat & Co is not only a place to indulge in your shopping needs, but also to make memories and share a laugh. We welcome you to stop by and enjoy a day with us.

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4906 Frederick Avenue, St. Joseph, MO 64506 • 816.232.SKIN (7546) • 866.603.4SPA (4772) • www.stjoenewyou.com St. Joseph News-Press, March 25, 2012, Profiles of Progress 17

Keller Construction Co. Address: 20798 N. Highway 169, St. Joseph, MO 64508

trate on the individual customer,” says owner Tony Keller. “We treat each job as if we were doing the Phone: (816) 232-5406 work for ourselves.” Business hours: 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Keller has done everything from Monday through Friday filling potholes to total reconstruction of large parking lots. The comYear established: 1950 pany also has contracted to pave Number of employees: 10 several subdivision streets in recent Keller Construction Co. is a fam- years. Repairing winter damage to parkily-owned business that specializes in commercial asphalt paving and ing lots is a Keller specialty. “There repairs. The company has been do- is always a lot of repair work to be ing business in St. Joseph for nearly done on area parking lots,” he says. “We will be happy to look at the lot 60 years. “Our company doesn’t do any and make suggestions about the best highway paving, so we can concen- way to repair it.”

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Ken Smith Autobody, L.L.C. Address: 1611 Frederick Ave., St. Joseph, MO 64501 Phone: (816) 279-6406 E-mail: KenSmithAutobody@ stjoelive.com

Ken Smith Autobody, first opened in 1958 by Ken Smith, has always been at the same location. Purchased by Mike and Mary Brown in 1986, the shop provides quality repair and painting of all makes and models. “Our customers choose our shop for many reasons — honest, friendly customer service, up-to-date equipment, ongoing training for employees,” Mike Brown says. “We live up to our motto: ‘Where pride of workmanship comes first.’” Ken Smith Autobody’s employees are certified technicians who take pride in restoring the customer’s ve-

hicle back to pre-accident condition. Ken Smith Autobody has received the News-Press Reader’s Choice award 14 years in a row and is a charter member of the Certified First network program. “Certified First affiliates have to meet the network’s stringent criteria for group facilities,” Brown says. “This includes having modern equipment, trained technicians and a staff that is committed to complete customer satisfaction. With the Certified First program, we have the Good Housekeeping seal of approval.” And, Brown adds, “We work with all insurance companies and would like everyone to be aware that it is their choice where they get their vehicle repaired. If you choose our shop, we will guarantee the repairs to your vehicle, treat you with respect and help you with your insurance claim.”

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Catering for any size event Contact Kathy at 294-0378 for any catering needs.

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Address: 214 N. 20th St., St. Joseph, MO 64501

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Luna’s has been in business in the St. Joseph area since 1997. We specialize in gourmet catered affairs and private dining by reservation, offering pharmaceutical lunches and dinner programs along with corporate lunches, weddings and rehearsal dinners. For smaller groups, Luna’s offers on-site seating for up to 60 people in our elegantly decorated historic restaurant. Whether you are planning a birthday party, anniversary celebration, corporate lunch or are gathering friends just because, let Luna’s assist you every step of the way. We will help you plan the perfect menu to reflect your unique style and assist you with everything you need. Leave it up to our incredible chef Ralph Filipelli and our experienced and talented team to make your event perfect. With our professional service and planning assistance you will have a party that you will never forget. We will take care of everything, so you can truly enjoy your guests. Please contact us to discuss your special event.

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Meyer Floors

Established 1985

www.meyerfloors.com

HAVE MERGED!

E-mail: meyerfloors@att.net Address: 2915 S. Belt Highway, St. Joseph, MO 64503 Phone: (816) 364-5686 Business hours: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday

we install your products with expert craftsmanship and show you how to keep your floors looking great for years to come. Meyer Floors has been serving St. Joseph and the surrounding area for nearly 11 years. We invite new customers to give us the opportunity to meet all your floor-covering needs. Stop by our show floor, or give us a call with your next project.

Milbourn’s Family Restaurant Address: Interstate 29 and DD Highway; Faucett, MO 64448 Phone: (816) 238-0582 Business hours: 4 a.m. to midnight Monday through Saturday; 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday Email: rick.milbourn@yahoo.com Year established: 2008 Number of employees: 34 Milbourn’s Family Restaurant has been family-owned and operated by Rick Milbourn for 3 ½ years. We offer great home cookin’ and the best tenderloin around (more than 50,000 sold)! Customer service is No. 1 here; if I don’t meet you personally at the door, my brother Larry or my daughters Shannon and Shay will be here to greet you. My grandkids

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Year established: 2001 Meyer Floors is locally owned and operated by the husband-wife team of John and Denise Meyer. At Meyer Floors, we specialize in providing residential and commercial customers with the highest quality flooring solutions within your budget. We provide expert advice in helping you select the products that are right for your space after an on-site visit. From there,

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may even be here to help put a smile on your face! My mother always said “Do what you love to do, and do it the very best that you can.” And that’s what we do at Milbourn’s Family Restaurant: Serve the very best food and give our very best customer service all day every day! We serve breakfast anytime, daily specials, hand-cut steaks, homemade pie, and our platter-size nearly famous tenderloins aim to please! And don’t forget our Sunday buffets. So, bring your family in to eat with our family. It’s a meal worth the short drive down I-29!

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Monroe’s ATA

Musser’s Cleaning and Restoration Service, LLC.

www.atakicksmart.com Address: 106 S. Belt Highway, St. Joseph, Mo. 64507

www.mussers-cleaning.com

Phone: (816) 671-1133

Address: 3605 S. 40th Terrace, St. Joseph, MO 64503

Business hours: 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday

and ritual to provide improved selfdiscipline, self-confidence, mental Year established: 2005 alertness and goal-setting skills, as well as helping teach socialization Mr. and Mrs. Monroe have been skills. Beneficial for children of involved in ATA since 2000, and have all ages, these abilities can be very owned their own school since 2005. helpful for individuals challenged Classes offered are Cardio Fit Box- by ADD/ADHD. ing, Tai Chi, and Tae Kwon Do for In addition, Monroe’s provides ages 3 to adult. an excellent location for children’s Monroe’s programs provide el- birthday parties. You bring the ements of structure, consistency cake, and the staff provides martial arts mini-drills for a positive, energetic experience. Attitude. Discipline. Integrity. Honor. The Monroes are committed to bringing out the best in everyone who walks through their doors. Call (816) 671-1133 for details.

Phone: (816) 233-2392 Business hours: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; Emergency service 24 hours E-mail: mussers@stjoelive.com Year established: 1967 Number of employees: 11 When John Musser started a little cleaning business in 1967 during his last year in high school, little did he realize that he was laying the foundation of a business that would endure for 45 years and be supported by his family and a loyal customer base. That business continued to progress with the times, always keeping

abreast of the newest technology in the cleaning industry. And today, even though John is no longer here, his work ethic and commitment to those he served survives with those he trained and worked with. Our employees and family have a combined cleaning experience of more than 140 years and are dedicated to the good experience and satisfaction of our customers. It is our hope that we may continue the friendliness and service that John put forth to others. Please keep us in mind for your future carpet, air-duct and upholstery cleaning needs. And although we hope you do not experience any future disasters, we are here for your water and damage restoration needs.

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On-Site Golf www.on-sitegolf.com Address: 1213 N. Belt Highway, Ste. A, St. Joseph, MO 64506 Phone: (816) 279-3673 Business hours: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; Noon to 4 p.m. Sunday Year established: 2008 Number of employees: 6 On-Site Golf is Northwest Missouri’s only retail store exclusive to golf. Locally owned and operated and established in 2008, On-Site Golf has become a premiere destination for golfers who seek quality customer service, a focus on custom fitting and a full selection of brand-name golf equipment from all of golf’s major manufacturers. A custom fitting session with one of the certified and trained fitters at On-Site Golf will result in the customer finding just the

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right fit for his or her golfing needs to complete a set of clubs. Major brands of equipment for men, women and juniors include PING, Callaway, TaylorMade, Adams, Mizuno, Cobra and many others. In addition to a full line of golf equipment, On-Site Golf carries golf apparel, accessories, golf shoes, gift items, golf bags and golf GPS and rangefinder units from brands such as PUMA, Ogio, SunMountain, Garmin, Sky Caddie, Adidas, Ashworth and more. Golfers can play year-round in OnSite Golf’s state-of-the-art indoor golf simulator by Full Swing Golf. Golfers hit their own clubs and balls and can play any of 26 world-famous courses including St. Andrews, Torrey Pines and many others, or just utilize the system’s driving range feature to practice.

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Giselle sees an allergist. Tom does not. Why suffer any longer? Allergists can help you feel healthy all the time. If you suffer from allergies or asthma, learn what an allergist can do for you. Allergists have training and experience that allow them to identify the source of your suffering. Contact our office to schedule an appointment today.

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The Pony School Pony Express Museum 914 Penn Street, St. Joseph, MO 816-279-5059 www.ponyexpress.org 22 Profiles of Progress, March 25, 2012, St. Joseph News-Press

www.pickuppalace.com Address: 4403 S. Leonard Road, St. Joseph, MO 64503 Business hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday Phone: (816) 233-6233 E-mail: jim@pickuppalace.com Year established: 1987 Number of employees: 6 Employment information: Come in and fill out an application A family-owned and operated business since 1987, Pickup Palace offers top-of-the-line truck accessories and

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installation, from running boards and bed liners to custom graphics and Tonneau covers. We have allperformance and recreational truck products that any truck lover would want. In addition to all the great truck accessories, we offer a line of game room supplies and tables, as well as a barbecuer’s dream of supplies, grills and smokers.

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Quality Hearing Aid Centers

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Business hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday Year established: 2006 Number of employees: 3 What’s new at quality Hearing Aid Centers? “2011 was another year of growth!” says Diana Perry BC-HIS, also known as the “Hearing Aid Lady.” I’m pleased to announce that my husband, Pete Fish HIS-IT, has joined the practice. We needed another provider trained in hearing aid specialization and programming in order to continue providing quality, personal service to our expanding number of patients.

Now offering in-home sleep studies.

Pete is a real “people person” and shares in my commitment to help clients make a well-informed decision based on their lifestyle, type of hearing loss and finances without feeling pressured. Our goal is to establish a long-term working relationship with our patients in order to achieve the best possible results for them and care for all their hearing needs in the future. We feel our personalized, quality service after the sale sets us apart. Our associate, Sherron Bell, is always ready to greet current patients and new clients. She makes everyone feel welcome and is a great asset to the business. We’re here to help.

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Roderick Signs Address: 1621 Frederick Ave, St. Joseph, Mo. 64501

The Rodericks involved in the business are Rodney, Jeannie, Scott and Jeff. Our signs are made for Phone: (816) 232-7005 places including casinos, hospitals, Additional locations: Screen Printing churches, department stores and of St. Joseph, 1619 Frederick Ave. St, international business franchises Joseph, Mo. 64501 such as restaurants, gas stations and retail outlet stores. We also Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. have service trucks for any sign Monday through Friday maintenance you may need. Year established: 1931 Our capabilities include screen Roderick Signs Co. was established printing, neon and digitally printed in 1931 by Jim Roderick. Three gen- signs, illuminated and non-illumierations and 80 years later, we still nated signs, awnings and banners, are supplying sign and screen-print- as well as message centers, marquee ing services for St. Joseph residents signs and much more. There is no and those in the surrounding areas. job too big or too small.

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Phone: (816) 233-9061 Business hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; Closed Sunday and Monday Harley-Davidson is about heritage. That is what the McCreay family has created with St. Joe Harley-Davidson. The McCrearys have owned and operated St. Joe HarleyDavidson since 1969. They are now developing the third generation to continue the heritage. The McCrearys started in a small store in Downtown St. Joseph. Their devotion to customer satisfaction

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Services has carried them through economic ups and downs and all other challenges. Their dedication and persistence evolved into a new 17,500square-foot store to service their customers. St. Joe Harley-Davidson continues the heritage by sponsoring the local â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pony Express Hog Chapter.â&#x20AC;? The â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pony Express Hog Chapterâ&#x20AC;? unites Harley owners to support charities and organizations to help those in need. Everyone is invited to be a part of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pony Express Hog Chapterâ&#x20AC;? family. We invite you to experience the family environment at St. Joe Harley-Davidson.

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Address: 3606 B Beck Road, St. Joseph, Mo. 64506

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Phone: (816) 749-4946

Address: 5210 N. Belt Highway, Suite 200, St. Joseph, MO 64506

Business hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday

Additional locations: The Spa at Briarcliff, 4133 N. Mulberry Drive, Kansas City, MO 64116

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Phone: St. Joseph (816) 271-8888; Kansas City (816) 746-5333

craft beers on our build-your-own six-pack wall, more than 140 facings Number of employees: 4 of hand-made cigars in our walk-in humidor and now open is our cigar We are a fine wine, spirit and ci- smoking room. We offer wine tastings from 5 to 8 gar store with a liquor by the drink license. We offer more than 150 p.m. every Friday night. On the last Friday of the month, we offer wine, beer and spirit tasting. We do catering off premise for weddings, parties and just about any reason you would want us to serve. We continue to grow, and this is the beginning of our third year. In 2011, we grew at a rate of 12 percent, and so far this year we have been growing at a rate of 18 percent over 2011! Thanks St. Joseph for all your support. Year established: 2010

Business hours: The Spa at NorthPointe: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. The Spa at Briarcliff: Noon to 6 p.m. Sunday and Monday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday E-mail: info@thespaatnorthpointe.com Year established: 2010 Number of employees: 10

The Spa at NorthPointe expanded to Briarcliff Village, offering inclusive health services. The Spa at NorthPointe, and our newest location, The Spa at Briarcliff, are Murad Inclusive Health Centers. Both locations are full-service medical spas offering a complete range of lifechanging Inclusive Health treatments â&#x20AC;&#x201D; including face and body therapies, laser therapies, Botox, Juvederm, waxing and mineral makeup, as well as comprehensive, customized Inclusive Health programs for optimal wellness. These exclusive Inclusive Health treatments use a three-pronged method that comprehensively addresses the need for topical skincare, internal nutritional care and emotional self-care to make the whole body healthier from the cellular level up. Results include an improvement in overall health, energy levels and wellbeing â&#x20AC;&#x201D; plus a vibrant, more youthful appearance. Visit either location today. Our Inclusive Health Coordinators want to partner with you on your journey.

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“One of the main goals of United Electric Cooperative is to improve the quality of life for our members,” said General Manager, Gene Dorrel. “Not only does United Electric take care of all your electrical needs, our subsidiary business, United Services, offers an array of critical services including DirecTV, High Speed internet, rural sewer systems and propane.” In addition to supplying reliable electric service, United Electric can also perform energy audits for your home, help with evaluating heating

and cooling systems and assist in making better and more efficient use of electricity. In 2012, United is also introducing our much anticipated Fiber-to-theHome (FTTH) broadband project. We will be installing approximately 1300 miles of fiber on our 4,000 miles of electric plant. Through this advanced fiber network, United will offer high-speed data, voice and video services capable of delivering broadband speeds and capacity far superior to those available in many of America’s largest cities. “Whether you are looking for ways to make your home more energy efficient or surf the internet at amazing speeds, United Electric is providing these world-class services locally from a company you know and trust,” said Dorrel. “Our goal is to make the quality of life in Northwest Missouri second to none. For more information on all the services that United has to offer, please stop by one of the offices, call or visit our website www.ueci.coop.

Altec is a leading provider of products and services to the electric utility, telecommunications and contractor markets. We provide products and services in over 100 countries throughout the world. Altec promotes an environment built on teamwork where knowledge is shared and innovative solutions are the result. The expertise of our Team is as critical to our success as is the effectiveness of our products and solutions. At Altec, you can personally excel and work with peers to build the industry’s most innovative products and solutions.

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Vision Audio Inc. VisionAudioInc.com Address: 1008 West Grand Ave., Cameron, MO 64429

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Phone: (816) 632-3790 In 1996, Ivan and Velma Cunning along with their 10 children started the Water Doctor from the basement of their St. Joseph home. Forty-six E-mail: Vision_Audio_Inc@yahoo.com years and three generations later, their son, Year established: 2003 Larry CunNumber of employees: 6 ning, is now the owner of the family business. We still remain a In 2003, Vision Audio was founded your pick-up into a show ready monfamily owned on a simple set of principles: provide ster, our knowledgeable staff knows and operated our customers with top-of-the-line car what it takes to get the job done and company and Larry runs the busiaudio and tinting in a welcoming, ser- will put forth the effort to see the job ness with the help of his three sons, vice-minded environment. Nine years is done right. From car audio to lift two daughters-in-law and two emlater, we have expanded this ideal of kits, wheels and tires to performance ployees. providing high quality products and upgrades and everything in between, Water Doctor continues to provide services to encompass the entire car Vision Audio is your one stop shop. the most durable and sophisticated and truck accessory world. Whether We want the chance to earn your busiservice equipment in the water softyou’re simply looking to tint the win- ness, Give us a call today. We’d love to ener, filtration and reverse osmosis dows of your two-door car or turn know, “What’s your vision?” systems in the industry. As indeBusiness hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday

pendent suppliers of equipment, we are able to match the best equipment to the water problems and are able to service most brands that are out on the market. Larry is ranked at the highest level of six by the Water Quality Association which brings the educational side of water treatment to the company. His sons, Larry Jr. and Michael, have now begun the process of becoming certified, haveachieved level one and continue their education. Customer service is the highest priority to our business. We would not be where we are today without the continued support of our loyal customers that have now generated our business by word-of-mouth advertising. Thank you for helping in our continued success.

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WE ARE WHERE YOU ARE. WHEREVER YOU ARE IN CENTRAL AND NORTHWEST MISSOURI, FOLEY IS THERE WITH… Parts. 7 parts drop box locations…with more on the way…provide overnight availability on stocked parts. Order by phone…or your computer via PartStore. Orders placed by 5:00 p.m. will be at your nearest Drop Box by the next morning. Service & Support. 7 Field Service Technicians are a phone call away for on-site maintenance and repairs to keep your machine on the job. Solutions. The range of equipment and scope of services offered by Foley is the result of our focus on the way work gets done by the people who get it done. From “big yellow iron” to compact machines, trucks and power generation… new, used and rental…plus time-saving work tools and technology. We’re certain you won’t find a more comprehensive approach or breadth of product and service. That’s why we say Foley Equipment is Your First Choice.

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Woodson Chapel Christian Church 2525 Saint Joseph Avenue (816) 233-0769 Mon.-Free Dinner 5:00-6:00 pm Weeknight Bible Studies Available (Call for days & times) Sunday School & Bible Classes 9:30-10:30 am Sun. Worship 10:45 am

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What Must I Do To Be Saved? Perhaps the most important question a human being can ask is, “What must I do to be saved?” We can find the question in the New Testament in Acts 16:30, asked by the Philippian Jailer. Those who were convicted of crucifying the Messiah by the apostle Peter in Acts chapter 2 asked, “…what shall we do?” (Acts 2:37). Jesus in Acts 9:5, 6 told Saul to go into Damascus, and it would be told him what he must do. In Acts 22:10 Saul said, “What shall I do, Lord?” Have you asked that question? Are you looking in the right place, the New Testament? When we turn to the Inspired Word of God (II Timothy 3:16; II Peter 1:3) to find what is involved in becoming saved, we must allow God’s Word to be the final answer, the only answer, that will guide us into that straight and narrow way to Heaven, God’s eternal home, because that is what being saved is all about; Matthew 7:13, 14. When you study your New Testament, you will find that there are five works from God that we must do in order to be saved from our past sins. (All that God tell us to do are ‘works’ from Him: John 6:28, 29) 1. We must hear the Gospel: Romans 10:17, but not be hearers only: James 1:22, 23. 2. We must believe the Gospel: John 3:16, but not be believers only: James 2:24, 26. 3. We must repent of our sins: Acts 17:30, 31, which means we turn away from them: I Cor. 6:9 – 11. 4. We must confess Christ before men: Matthew 10:32; Romans 10:9, 10, which is the ‘good confession’ we read about in I Timothy 6:13. See also Hebrews 4:14; 10:23. 5. We must be baptized into Christ for the remission of our sins: Acts 2:38; 8:36 – 38; 10:37, 48; 16:30 – 34; 18:8; 22:16. This is the new birth: John 3:3-5. This is where we reach the soul savings blood of Jesus Christ: Romans 6:3-6. This is how we get into Christ: Galatians 3:26, 27, which puts us into His body, the church: I Corinthians 12:13; Ephesians 1:22, 23; 4:4; of which He is the Savior: Ephesians 5:23. This is the washing of regeneration: Titus 3:5. This is how our Creator has chosen to save us through obedience to Him with a good conscience: I Peter 3:21; Hebrews 5:8, 9. When we accomplish these works from God, He delivers us out of the power of darkness, and translates us into the kingdom of the Son of His love: Colossians 1:12-14. This is how we purify our souls, by obeying the Truth: I Peter 1:22. Question, are we saved eternally at this point? Certainly not! Read Acts 14:22; II Peter 1:10, 11. We must give much diligence to walk worthily of the calling wherewith we were called…keeping the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace: Ephesians 4:1-6; II Peter 1:5-11. We must work out our own salvation: Philippians 2:12. The apostle Paul knew he could fall away from the Faith, and be rejected by God: I Corinthians 9:24-27. Some Christians did fall away from Grace: Galatians 5:4, 7. We must seek to be ‘True Worshippers’ in God’s sight: John 4:23, 24. This involves assembling with Christians: Hebrews 10:25. Five worship activities are found in the New Testament for us to do: Sing together: Ephesians 5:19; Colossians 3:16. Pray together: Acts 2:42; 12:5. Study God’s Word together: Acts 2:42; 17:11. On the Lord’s Day, Sunday, we are to take the Lord’s Supper: Acts 20:7; I Cor. 11:23-29; and give of our means: I Cor. 16:1, 2. Are you doing these things dear reader? If not, why not? Won’t you seek to become a true worshipper in God’s sight? Yes, there are many worshippers today, but God will accept only ‘true’ worshippers. All other worshippers are either ‘vain’ worshippers; Matthew 15:8, 9; ‘ignorant’ worshippers; Acts 17:23; or will-worshippers; Colossians 2:20-23. We pray that you will study these Scriptures with your Bible, and obey His will. We encourage you to come and visit any of our worship and Bible study gatherings. We would also be happy to schedule a home Bible study with you at your convenience, or mail you a correspondence course.

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City begins sewer upgrades its sewer projects, council members privately showed trepidation that a rough economy would scare voters away from approving the ast year St. Joseph voters potentially cost-saving measure. took a leap of faith to put Those fears were unfounded. the city on a path toward In April 2011, St. Joseph voters approved the millions of dollars in savbond by a more than 70 percent margin. The ings. measure gained 4,226 “yes” votes (85.77 percent) The City Council asked and 701 “no” votes (14.23 percent). residents to approve a $105 In the ensuing months, city staff has proceedmillion sewer bond to address federally mandated upgrades to the city’s ed on a handful of sewer projects. Design work and land acquisition has nearly sewer system. Perhaps more important, the wrapped up on the Whitehead Creek Stormwavote would allow the city to apply to the Mister Separation Conduit. Construction will begin souri Department of Natural Resources to later this year on the massive underground participate in its State Revolving Fund (SRF) program, which provides low-interest loans for tunnel, located near 17th and Seymour streets, that will divert rainwater from the sewer sysprojects such as the ones planned for St. Jotem in the Whitehead Creek watershed. seph. The city also has acquired easements and beThe Environmental Protection Agency previgan work on a $30 million project to use ultraously ordered communities like St. Joseph to violet technology to disinfect wastewater at the reduce the annual number of combined sewer main water protection facility on Stockyards overflows — an event when rainwater floods Expressway. the city’s combined wastewater and stormwaAnother project would improve sewer service ter system and causes sewage to flow into the in the city’s East Side. Someday, the city may Missouri River. Though the city had no choice but to complete even construct a new treatment plant east of St.

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Joseph to eliminate the need to pump sewage to its main plant. Mayor Bill Falkner used his State of the City address in February to tell the audience the community’s leap of faith may soon pay off. According to the mayor, staff from the Missouri Department of Natural Resources have selected the Whitehead Creek Stormwater Separation Conduit and the Eastside Improvement Project for inclusion in its “fundable” category for its intended use plan for federal funds. In other words, the city may soon learn it has secured a significant savings on sewer projects. “While it will not become official until the Clean Water Commission meets in March, the approval would mean a savings over the next 20 years of about $7.9 million for the taxpayers,” Mr. Falkner said. And it could not have happened without St. Joseph’s voters. Clinton Thomas can be reached at clinton.thomas@newspressnow.com. Follow him on Twitter: @SJNPThomas.

Crews will work to install improvements to the St. Joseph sewer system that will lessen the likelihood of raw sewage releases into the Missouri River. The Environmental Protection Agency has mandated these improvements after monitors observed several such releases during periods of heavy rain, endangering downstream water supplies. St. Joseph News-Press file photo

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Benedictine College www.benedictine.edu Address: 1020 N. Second St., Atchison, KS 66002

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Additional locations: Roeland Park, Kan.; Regional Police Academy, Kansas City, Mo.; Florence, Italy. Phone: (913) 367-5340 Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; normal class periods run between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. Year established: 1858 Number of employees: 242 Driving down Highway 59 between St. Joseph and Atchison, it is hard to miss the expansive new edifice sitting atop the bluffs across the Missouri River. Benedictine College has completed its new Ferrell Academic Center, a state-of-the-art LEED-certified facility. On the other side of campus, the college has started construction on its eighth new residence hall in 10 years. That facility is slated for completion this fall and will house

www.ponyexpressbsa.org/cope 140 men. This spring will see the first class of nurses graduate from Benedictine’s nursing program, and the Engineering Department will confer its first ABET-accredited degrees in electrical and mechanical engineering. On top of that, the college has completed its Investing in Excellence campaign, bringing in more than $70 million, six times more than any other campaign in the school’s history. Founded in 1858, Benedictine College is a Catholic, Benedictine, residential, liberal arts college. It prides itself on outstanding academics, extraordinary faith life, strong athletic programs and an exceptional sense of community and belonging.

The City of St. Joseph www.stjoemo.info Address: 1100 Frederick Ave., St. Joseph, MO 64501 Phone: (816) 279-4YOU Year established: 1843 Number of employees: 657 The city of St. Joseph was incorporated in 1843 and has operated under a council-manager form of government since 1981. The governing body is the City Council, which is comprised of eight council members and the mayor. Each council member operates on a nonpartisan basis for a four-year term. In 1989, the city charter was amended by vote of the people to divide the city into five districts. Each district elects a council representative. Three council member serve as representatives at-large. As chief policymakers for the city of St. Joseph, the council considers reso-

Camp Geiger Shooting Range and C.O.P.E. Course

lutions and ordinances and makes appointments to advisory boards from the citizenry. The council also hires and commissions the city manager and the city clerk. The city manager is the chief administrative officer for the city. In this role he is directly responsible for the daily operation and administration of the organization. The city manager hires department directors and employees to assist the directors in their individual areas. The annual budget for the fiscal year ending June 20, 2012, totaled approximately $139 million, including $93 million for basic ongoing city services and $46 million for major, onetime capital improvement projects. The largest expenditures go to public works, parks and recreation and the general fund, which includes public safety. Thirty-seven percent of all fiscal year 2011-2012 revenues are expected to come from collected sales tax, property taxes and utility franchise taxes.

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Address: 9525 County Road 388, St. Joseph, MO 64505 Phone: (816) 233-1351 Camp Geiger is your local Boy Scout camp located northwest of St. Joseph near the K Highway exit off of Interstate 229. Recently, two large complexes were constructed for the continued enjoyment of our Scouts — the Geiger shooting range and C.O.P.E. Course. It’s important to know that these two facilities also are available to the public on a rental basis. The Geiger Shooting Range, with the new Herzog Lodge, offers an excellent alternative for group/business meetings or client entertain-

ment. The Sporting Clays course provides a variety of targets suitable for all skill levels. Project C.O.P.E. is a national program of the Boy Scouts of America. C.O.P.E. is an acronym for “Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience” and is designed to provide all participants challenges that encourage teamwork and leadership skills. Today’s new state-of-the-art course offers quite a variety of high and low stations. For more information, contact the Pony Express Council office at (816) 233-1351. Also visit our websites at www.ponyexpress bsa.org/COPE and www.geigershootingrange.com. Packages can include meals, overnight stays and, of course, tons of fun!

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in the New Testament (Matt. 16:18, Eph. 1:22, 23, 5:23; Rom. 16:16). Our Address: 2727 County Line Road, St. emphasis is spiritual, not material Joseph, MO 64505 or social (1 Cor. 11:22, 34). For that Phone: (816) 279-4737 reason, our main concern is that we teach and abide in the doctrine Business hours: Bible Study 9 a.m. of Jesus Christ (2 Tim. 3:16; 4:3, 4; 2 Sunday, 7 p.m. Wednesday; Worship John 9). This requires that we pay 9:50 a.m. and 3 p.m. Sunday close attention to the Bible and treat it as our sole guide in spiritual matWe would like to invite you to wor- ters, not adding to it or taking away ship and study the Bible with us. We from it; not mixing in the doctrines also offer home Bible studies and and commandments of men (1 Pet. free Bible correspondence courses. 4:11; 1 Cor. 4:6; Rev 22:18-19; Gal. 1:6If you are interested, please write 9, Matt 7:21-23; 15:8-9, 21:23-26). us or call and leave a message. We are not a social club. If you are Our aim at County Line Church seeking to be a true worshipper and of Christ is to be the very same learn the will of God, please contact church as the one you read about us.

Friends of the Shelter petforu.com Address: 701 Lower Lake Road, St. Joseph, MO 64504 Phone: (816) 271-4877 Business hours: 1 to 5:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday; 1 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday; 1 to 4:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday We have always cherished pets, but a newfound awareness of the inner lives and minds of animals has drawn us closer than ever to our non-human companions. We know the consequences of overpopulation and abandonment that result from neglecting to spay and neuter pets. We train our pets by humane methods. We have leash laws instead of letting them run free. Older pets have so many options to make them more comfortable. There are service dogs, therapy dogs, police dogs and cats that comfort the dying. For every advance in how we care for pets, it seems they repay us a hundred times over. The bonds that exist between humans and pets are powerful and continue to thrive. No matter what happens in the world, pets provide a deep friendship that touches us unlike any other. What does it take to adopt a pet from the St. Joseph Animal Shelter? Food, shelter, play time, veterinary care and your companionship is all that is needed to make both of you content. Many pets have the basics but lack for human companionship, and then the pet acts out due to boredom and loneliness. If you can provide all of those things, seek out your local shelter or check the websites petforu.com and petfinder. com.

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Francis Street First United Methodist Church www.fran1st.com

or suit and tie. Fellowship with coffee and often snacks occurs before and Address: 110 N. Francis St., St. between the services. We also offer Joseph, MO 64501 several Bible classes for all ages. Phone: (816) 279-7466 When a fifth Sunday occurs in a month, the two services join togethBusiness hours: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday; 9 a.m. to 1 er for a 10 a.m. service, followed by a special fellowship activity. We p.m. Monday and Friday. have other combined Email: fran1stumc@fran1st.com services for special activities such as for Year established: 1844 the New Generation Our church is about leading othSingers, who will ers to actively follow Jesus Christ be leading worship through worship, praise, Christian June 10 and at the education, fellowship and outreach. Aug. 19 Trails West! The 8:45 a.m. service is more inforcelebration worship. mal and somewhat briefer, with muExcellent childcare is sic by Andy Grooms, pianist, singer provided in “Noah’s Ark” for parand Joyful Noise director. The 10:45 ents who choose not to keep their a.m. service is more traditional with younger children with them. music by David Lewis, organist and Community members are weldirector leading the Chancel Choir. come to participate in any church All are encouraged to dress comfort- activities and are encouraged to call ably, whether that’s jeans or a dress the office for specific information.

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home. With the addition of our location in Savannah, we continue to ofAddress: 3609 Fredrick Blvd., St. fer sincere and sympathetic service Joseph, MO 64506 to families in northwest Missouri. Additional locations: 307 S. 6th St., Tradition again plays a large Savannah, MO 64485 role in the restoration of the historic Gregory Home which is now Phone: (816) 232-3355 Heaton-Bowman-Smith Savannah Year established: 1842 Chapel. We offer a wide variety of service We are proud to announce our options to commemorate the life of 170th year anniversary. Founded your loved ones. We provide prearin 1842, Heaton-Bowman-Smith ranged funeral planning, tradition& Sidenfaden Chapel is the oldest al funeral services, cremations with business in St. Joseph and the old- memorial services or direct cremaest funeral home in Mo. Tradition tions. At Heaton-Bowman-Smith is the foundation of our business, & Sidenfaden Chapel we believe in serving the St. Joseph community accommodating the wishes of every as the fourth-generation funeral family.

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Grace Evangelical Church www.graceontheweb.org Address: 5103 S. 50th St., (FF Highway) St. Joseph, MO 64507 Phone: (816) 279-2090 E-mail: grace@graceontheweb.org Business hours: Sundays 8:15 a.m., 10:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.; 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday Year established: 1984 Number of employees: 10 full-time employees, 13 part-time employees 2010 was a year of growth and outreach for Grace Evangelical Church. The church completed a major building expansion and renovation project in 2009. The focus for Grace Evangelical Church has been to involve its congregation in volunteering with various service projects and organizations in the St. Joseph community. Each month, the church’s Social Concerns Committee picks a service project and a local organization to work with and then recruits vol-

unteers from the church to become involved in the project. On another level, Sunday school classes and care groups select their own outreach projects and organizations to minister alongside. Grace Evangelical Church holds two morning worship services each Sunday at 8:15 and 10:45 a.m., with Sunday school classes offered between 9:45 and 10:45 a.m. An evening worship service is held at 6:30 p.m. Nursery care is provided at all services, and Children’s Church is offered through fourth grade. Informal small group studies for all ages are held on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The church also has a radio ministry program, “Grace for Today,” which can be heard Sundays at 8:30 a.m. on KJO 105.5 FM and again at 9 a.m. on KGNM 1270 AM or 102.5 FM. Information can also be accessed on the church’s website at www. graceontheweb.org.

MERIL www.meril.org Address: 4420 S. 40th St., St. Joseph, MO 64503 Additional locations: Administrative offices: 3920 Pettis Road, St. Joseph, Mo.; 2613 S. Main, Maryville, MO 64468 Phone: (816) 279-8558 Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday Email: meril@meril.org Year established: 1994 Number of employees: 40 MERIL is a community-based, non-residential program designed to promote independent living and to enhance the quality of life for persons with disabilities and persons who are aging. Our focus is to empower people to control and direct their lives and thus participate actively and independently in society. Our area is predominately rural and includes the nine-county area

of Andrew, Atchison, Buchanan, Clinton, Holt, Nodaway, DeKalb, Gentry and Worth counties. Our philosophy is: All persons, regardless of disability and age, are entitled to and should have equal access to the rights and responsibilities that other citizens are provided. To be as active and productive a member of society as they so choose; thus comes the Independent Living motto of control over one’s life by making choices that in turn bring about change. MERIL can help in your journey to independence. If you are interested in receiving MERIL services, please contact an Intake Specialist for determination of eligibility for services at (816) 2798558 or toll free at (800) MERIL4U, (800) 637-4548.

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Missouri Western State University

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Address: 4525 Downs Drive, St. Joseph, MO 64507 Additional locations: Kansas City Northland, 6336 N. Lucerne Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64151 Phone: (816) 271-4200 Business hours: Most offices are open 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday Year established: 1915 Number of employees: 535 Missouri Western State University serves St. Joseph and northwest Missouri by preparing our students to compete regionally, nationally and internationally: g Western music students recently placed second in the National Opera Association’s 2012 Collegiate Opera Scenes Competition, behind Brigham Young University. g Western’s student chapter of The Wildlife Society was named International Student Chapter of the Year for 2011 by The Wildlife Society, selected from a field of 119 student chapters in the U.S. and Canada and was named North Central Section Student

Address: 1202 Felix St., St. Joseph, MO 64501 Phone: (816) 279-5866 Chapter of the Year four times. g Biology and math students and faculty from Western have teamed with colleagues from Davidson College in North Carolina to conduct research in the cutting edge field of synthetic biology. g In the summer of 2011, three ROTC cadets from Western were in the top 20 percent of cadets in the nation at the Leadership Development and Assessment Course in Ft. Lewis, Wash. One of those cadets was in the top 10 percent. g A criminal justice student won first place in the undergraduate student paper competition at the 2011 Midwestern Criminal Justice Association meeting. As the fastest growing regional public university in the state, with record enrollment each of the past seven years, Missouri Western State University is positioned to lead the region for decades to come.

St. Joseph News-Press www.newspressnow.com Address: 825 Edmond St., St. Joseph, MO 64501 Phone: Main number — (816) 271-8500 Circulation — (816) 271-8600 Classified — (816) 271-8666 Toll-free — (800) 779-6397 Business hours: Classified advertising: 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday Circulation: 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Weekdays; 6 a.m. to noon weekends Year established: 1845, as the St. Joseph Gazette Number of employees: 126 in the downtown office; 51 at the printing facility Employment information: Mail in resumes or apply in person

The St. Joseph News-Press and Gazette Company provides the most complete and accurate local news coverage in Northwest Missouri with a dynamic group of media series and exceptional local journalism. The St. Joseph News-Press and NewsPressNOW.com offer the most up-to-date weather information, breaking news, and in-depth news stories, featuring award-winning journalists and opinion columnists with local perspectives. The News-Press is committed to providing news, weather and outstanding journalism, your way – in print, online, or on your mobile device. The News-Press team continues its legacy of service to the community dating back to 1845, when the first issue of the newspaper was published in St. Joseph.

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Service Schedule: Sunday: Kids Zone, 1 p.m.; Celebration Service, 2 p.m.; Hispanic Service, 6 p.m.; Tuesday: Kids Zone Activity Night, 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday: Bible Study, 7 p.m.; Friday: Youth Events, 7 p.m.; Saturday: Hispanic Bible Study, 6 p.m. E-mail: edb4574@yahoo.com Year established: 1940 The Pentecostals of St. Joseph have relocated and are in Downtown. Formerly located at 3822 Cook Road and Highway 29 for 25 years, the church’s move was brought about by a vision of the church to be in the Downtown area in order to minister to and reach people in the heart of St. Joseph. The Lord has blessed; many visitors are coming and lives are being changed by the spirit of the Lord.

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Pastor David Billingsley and the congregation are thankful for the help of the Lord in finding a building suitable for church in the downtown area. The Pentecostals of St. Joseph is a church that is striving to be obedient to the great commission as commanded by the Lord to reach all people of all nations with the gospel of Jesus Christ. All services are interpreted for the deaf, and Hispanic services are held. Everyone is welcome to join in worship in all services.

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Year established: 1860 2011 was a year of anticipation for the Pony Express Museum. Construction began on the Pony School, a 900-square-foot, one-room schoolhouse reproduction, with a groundbreaking ceremony in early April. Students from Hillyard Technical Center began construction of the framework located outside the Pony Express Museum near Mitchell Avenue and Ninth Street. The schoolhouse is modeled after 1860s schoolhouses, similar to those used by children during the days of the Pony Express. “The bead board is correct, the flooring is correct, the windows are correct, the doors are correct, the roof is correct ... so the majority of the schoolhouse is very appropriate for the 1860s,” said Cindy Daffron,

Phone: St. Joseph (816) 232-5479; Savannah (816) 324-4569 Business hours: Belt Branch - 9 a.m. though 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday; Savannah Branch - 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Year established: 1963 director of development at the Na- Number of employees: about 30 tional Pony Express Museum. Service clubs, schools and community groups can reserve a program or tour the schoolhouse and take a step back in time. To tour the Pony School, contact the museum at (816) 279-5059.

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Rolling Hills Library serves the residents of Andrew and Buchanan counties with a variety of services. We have nearly 200,000 items in our collection, including books, magazines, e-books, music CDs and movies. We offer computers for the public to use for accessing the Internet, word processing and searching informational and educational databases. We have low-vision reading equipment and provide a wide range of programs for all ages, including author visits, children’s storytimes and events for senior citizens. We have study rooms and meeting rooms of all sizes for the public. Patrons can check their accounts, reserve items, use library databases and access e-books at our website, www.rhcl.org.

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St. Francis Xavier School www.sfxstjoe.com\school Address: 27th & Seneca St., St. Joseph, Mo. Phone: (816) 232-4911 Business hours: 8:00 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Monday through Friday E-mail: admissions@sfxstjoe.com Year established: 1891 Number of employees: 35 The mission of St. Francis Xavier School is to partner with families to provide children with a strong foundation in academics and faith, based on Catholic principles. Our core values are: Guided by Christ: We strive to be the best we can be; Formed with Family: We carry on the traditions and legacy of Saint Francis Xavier Parish; Engaged through innovation: our students bring about a better future: Empowered to achieve

beyond expectations; Called to lead: our students serve our community, nation and world. St. Francis Xavier School is a Catholic school and ministry of St. Francis Parish. We welcome students of all faith backgrounds and have 350 students from pre-school (age 3) to eighth grade. We provide courses in Spanish, technology, art, music and physical education as well as the core curriculum. St. Francis is blessed to have a veteran teaching staff who have devoted their professional lives to Catholic education. Students score well above national averages in all areas tested by the Iowa Test of Basic Skills. Parents are an integral part of our school! From supporting teacherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s decisions in areas of discipline, active volunteerism and generous financial support, parents give all with pride!

St. Joseph Christian School www.stjosephchristian.com Address: 5401 Gene Field Road, St. Joseph, MO 64506 Phone: (816) 279-1555 E-mail: fergusonv@sjcs.k12.mo.us Business hours: 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; Closed in July Year established: 1988 Number of employees: 37 St. Joseph C h r i s t i a n School is an inter-denominational, private Christian school serving pre-K through 12th-grade students. It is an accredited school that uses curriculum taught from a Christian perspective and operates in the traditional, graded system. Art, computer, vocal music and physical education are additional course offerings for elementary students. Band is offered

beginning in the fifth grade. Sports programs, art, choir, band, c o m p u t e r, Spanish and French are examples of programs being offered in the upper seventh through 12th grades. Bible class is taught each day, and chapel is held once a week. The mission of the St. Joseph Christian School is to provide students a biblically based pre-K through 12th-grade program that strives for excellence in the development of young men and women who serve Jesus Christ with all their hearts, minds and strength. SJCS will partner with parents, churches, and the community to provide students a wide range of education, mission and service opportunities based on biblical worldview.

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Business hours: Downtown Library - 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, Friday, Saturday; East Hills Library - 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Friday, Saturday; Carnegie Library - 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Friday, Saturday; Washington Park Library - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Noon to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday E-mail: mrevels@sjpl.lib.mo.us Year established: 1890 Number of employees: 51

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Rural hospitals prepare for future of health care Wright Memorial Hospital of Trenton, Mo., also part of Saint Luke’s Health System, moved into 40-year-old a new $30 million facility last April. hospital building and The state-of-the-art hospital proa 10-year-old vided Wright Memorial with one of the most advanced CT scans in car share similar prob- the region and more private patient rooms. Surgical suites on the new lems. The facility allowed for more space for technology the new equipment and technology. is outdated, and the cost of repairs quickly becomes higher than what it The new hospital also helped with physician recruitment, said Gary would take to buy a new model. Jordan, Wright Memorial’s CEO. Hedrick Medical Center in ChilliThrough Saint Luke’s telehealth cothe, Mo., part of Saint Luke’s system, Wright can now host more Health System, has hit that point. speciality clinics. Patients can come Hoefer Wysocki Architects, a firm that contracts with Saint Luke’s for into the hospital and see specialists its building projects, determined the in Kansas City. “You can imagine most of the old facility would cost $9.6 million health care we have today is for the in upkeep costs during the next 10 older population who don’t have years. So on April 12, the organizatime to go to the big city,” Mr. Jortion will break ground on a new dan said. critical-access facility adjacent to Several other regional hospitals the golf course on Mohawk Road. also have made upgrades. The $30 million project, to be paid by Saint Luke’s Health System, will NORTHWEST MEDICAL CENTER shift the hospital’s focus to outpaNorthwest Medical Center in Altient care. Matt Wenzel, Hedrick’s chief executive officer, said the new bany, Mo., is focusing its efforts on technology updates. The critical-acfacility is scheduled to open in the cess hospital hosts high-definition fall of 2013. By JENNIFER GORDON

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telehealth diabetes self-management courses led by specialists at Heartland Health. The big push for the remainder of the year, said CEO Jon Doolittle, will be for more digital hospital records. On Feb. 28, nurses began using tablet computers for their documentation. FAIRFAX COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

The critical-access hospital in Fairfax, Mo., moved into a new facility on Sept. 13, 2010, which provided it with more space for outpatient and therapy care. Fairfax Community Hospital’s facility now has 16 private rooms for acute care, skilled care and obstetrics patients. HARRISON COUNTY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

The critical-access hospital in Bethany, Mo., recently underwent several renovations to its admissions area, lab and radiology department, therapy department, waiting room and surgical suite and its emergency room. Requirements for nursing staff now include advanced cardiac life support, pediatric advanced life support, trauma care and disaster management and decontamination. Harrison County

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Dr. Katie Dias is coming back to her small hometown of Albany, Mo., to practice medicine at the Northwest Medical Center.

Community also now provides an on-site certified wound care nurse and a home health service. Its next projects include an outpatient surgical practice and development of a telehealth program. ATCHISON HOSPITAL

Atchison (Kan.) Hospital’s old patient rooms helped spur the initiative to get to a new facility, which opened in January 2010. With the move, the hospital’s semi-private rooms and a non-ADA acceptable patient shower transitioned to private rooms with

pull-out couches for visiting relatives. The facility also has state-of-the-art surgical suites, which provide more space for equipment-intensive orthopedic procedures. The smallest suite at the old hospital was 208 square feet; the smallest one at the new facility is 400 square feet and its largest, 640 square feet. There also are two designated GI rooms for colonoscopies. Though CEO John Jacobson said there are no plans for further building projects, each major unit has an

“expansion corridor” that would allow the hospital to increase that department’s capacity. As other hospitals in the region, Atchison Hospital will focus on its electronic medical record initiative, a MEDITECH system, which began several years ago. “We didn’t lose much momentum with the move,” Mr. Jacobson said. Atchison Hospital will celebrate the organization’s centennial this year as well. Jennifer Gordon can be reached at jennifer.gordon@newspressnow.com. Follow her on Twitter: @jjgordon. St. Joseph News-Press, March 25, 2012, Profiles of Progress 47

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Business hours: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday

At Covenant Medical Spa, we offer a variety of services to help you look and feel your absolute best. Let our fully trained staff recommend services to help you achieve your desired result. Our menu consists of hydrafacials, a variety of laser treatments (including hair removal, vein removal, laser resurfacing and removal of brown spots), and several chemical peels and injectables. We also have a full-service hair salon staffed by two experienced stylist. Our Platinum Club membership continues to grow. This membership program rewards our best clients with discounts on products and services and keeps you informed on events and specials. It is our “VIP”

sion is simple: Value Through Innovation. And each day we work towards our vision by investing in the research and development of new products and improvising employees, hiring the best and brightest minds in animal health and understanding the customers’ needs. Over the past 25 years, BIVI has supported its growth through research and development of innovative products for the livestock, equine and companion animal markets. Innovation and research are the keys to BIVI success. Dedicated to improving the lives and well-being of animals, BIVI continues to seek ways to further research and develop optimum solutions for the animal health industry.

program at Covenant Medical Spa, and you should become a part of it! We are happy to announce that we are now offering Cutera’s TITAN, Skin Tight treatment. This treatment gives you an all-natural option to enhance skin tone without surgery and recovery time. It’s ideal for tightening your face, chin, abdomen and arms. A series of three treatments is generally recommended for the best results. To learn more, visit www.titanskin.com. Please visit our new location at 4906 Frederick Ave.

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The medical office of Dr. Fred Potts has recently contracted with an inhome sleep study program called SleepMore Medical. This study allows you to be monitored in the privacy and comfort of your own home. For more information, visit www. SleepMoreMed.com. Call today to schedule a consultation. Start feeling more rested and productive. In March, the medical office will launch an Optimized Living Program aimed at increasing wellness and quality of life through Age Management Medicine (AMM). This program addresses lack of energy, loss of stamina, decreased muscle mass and weight gain. If a more productive way of life appeals to you or your loved one, please visit www.opti

mizedlivingcenter.com. The medical office continues to offer customized allergy solutions so that you can free yourself of those unwanted allergies. Our medications are custom-formulated and help desensitize many of the pollens and molds that can trigger symptoms. The process begins with a pain-free test. A tiny comb gently scratches the skin surface, and results are available within minutes. After an initial training period of three visits, you can give yourself the therapy in the convenience of your own home. Be sure to visit our new location at 4906 Frederick Ave.

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Address: 3115 Ashland Ave., St. Joseph, MO 64506

Address: 5325 Faraon St., St. Joseph, MO 64506

Additional locations: 102 E. Walnut St., Troy, Kan.

Additional locations: Heartland Regional Medical Center, Heartland Clinic, Heartland Foundation and Community Health Improvement Solutions

Phone: St. Joseph (816) 232-9790; Troy (785) 985-2555

Phone: (816) 271-6000

Business hours: Vary by location Year established: 1985 Number of employees: 10 Dentist Dennis T. Myers expands practice in 2011. Growth has been constant for Dr. Dennis T. Myers since expanding his Troy, Kan., practice and opening a second location in the U.S. Bank building at 3115 Ashland Ave. in 2007. Dr. Myers has accepted responsibility to provide quality dental care for patients of retiring St. Joseph dentists Donal Roberts and Wayne Echterling and Savannah dentist Thomas Rucker. Patients enjoy the friendliness Dr. Myers and his professional team provide along with the comfort of his state-

of-the-art office. Dr. Myers takes pride in helping patients maintain healthy teeth and provides a variety of affordable products and cosmetic services, including dental implants, crowns, bridges and dentures for a life-long bright, vibrant smile. Patients of all ages are taking advantage of new teeth whitening services available with Dr. Myers, including the new 45-minute Zoom! Whitening technique, along with in-office and athome options of the Venus Whitening System. Appointments to see Dr. Myers and his caring team for quality dental care can be made online at www.stjoesmiles. com or by phone at (816) 232-9790.

Business hours: 365 days a year, 24 hours a day; for hours of the Heartland Clinic, Heartland Foundation or Community Health Improvement Solution, please visit our website. Year established: 1984 Number of employees: 3,663 In 2011, Heartland Regional Medical Center (HRMC) was named one of the nation’s top performers by The Joint Commission, the leading accreditor of healthcare organizations in America. HRMC was recognized based on hospitals that are shown to improve care for certain

conditions, including heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, surgical care and children’s asthma. Heartland Health was selected as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work in Healthcare for 2011. Modern Healthcare is a magazine for the healthcare arena. Out of more than 327 organizations that applied for consideration, Heartland was selected among the 100 best. Heartland Health received the Platinum Award as well as the Worksite Innovation Award from the American Heart Association’s (AHA’s) Start! Fit-Friendly Companies Recognition Program. These highest forms of recognition are designed to be a catalyst for positive change in American business that recognizes employers who champion employees health by creating physical activity in the workplace.

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Helen Nguyen, MD Address: 1314 N. 36th St., Suite B, St. Joseph, MO 64506

Our friendly office specializes in the treatment and prevention of Allergy, Asthma and ImmunolPhone: (816) 279-1113 ogy. Asthma patients treated by Dr. Helen Nguyen and staff are an Allergist achieve a much improud to be part of the St. Joseph proved outcome in care and cost Community and have been serving savings. our community for over 30 years. Studies of care by Allergists Dr. Nguyen is Board Certified by have documented fewer hospitalthe American Board of Allergy izations, emergency room visits and Immunology, is a member and sick care visits. In addition, of the American Academy of Al- employee absenteeism decreases lergy, Asthma, Immunology, and with increased worker productivthe American College of Allergy, ity and much greater patient satAsthma and Immunology. isfaction.

Hughes Family Chiropractic www.hughesdc.net Address: 1918 N. Belt Highway, St. Joseph, Mo., 64506 Phone: (816) 279-3319 Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; 8 a.m. to noon Saturday Year established: 1917 Number of employees: 8 Dr. Joseph Spencer Hughes founded the Hughes Chiropractic Clinic in 1917, starting a family tradition in the chiropractic field. Spanning more than 90 years and four generations, eight members of the family became doctors of chiropractic, with two currently practicing. Dr. Chuck Hughes graduated from Cleveland Chiropractic college in 1985. Dr. Rick Hughes graduated from Cleveland Chiropractic college in 1991 and joined the family clinic in St. Joseph. He operated his own practice in Springfield, Mo., for sev-

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approximately 6 feet by 9.5 feet and is basically a very large underwater Address: 904 S. Hall St., Savannah, treadmill with easy no-step access. MO 64485 LaVerna Village now has five Phone: (816) 324-3185 ext. 240 therapy staff members with more than 50 years of experience, which Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. allows us to offer the best inpatient Monday through Friday and outpatient therapy in the area. E-mail: codyn@lavernavillage.com Those who come for a short-term, skilled stay will be offered a private Year established: 2008 room (as space allows) while in therNumber of employees: 3 full-time and apy. We will get you home faster af1 part-time ter an injury, illness or surgery than Built in 1974, LaVerna Village any other facility in the area! Nursing Home is a state licensed LaVerna has also enhanced its Medicare and Medicaid skilled-care occupational therapy department facility located 10 minutes from St. to include a realistic home living Joseph and 50 minutes from Kansas space. This new home living space City in Savannah, Mo. includes a kitchen and livThe 120-bed facility feaing area resembling a patures semi-private and tient’s home environment. private rooms when availNow patients can practice able; and a 20-bed special daily activities and utilize care unit for Alzheimer mobility equipment in a and related care. LaVerna Village realistic living space. also houses its own therapy departThe entire therapy staff at LaVerment. na Village is excited about its newly The HydroWorx® therapy pool is expanded therapy center. 52 Profiles of Progress, March 25, 2012, St. Joseph News-Press

eral years until moving back to St. Joseph. Dr. Roger Hughes graduated from Cleveland Chiropractic college in 1961 and joined his father, Dr. Glenn Hughes. Hughes Family Chiropractic currently offers manipulation, acupuncture and aqua massage therapy. In June of this year, we will be welcoming Dynthia Haynes our massage therapist. She specializes in Swedish, deep-tissue, medical and hot-stone massage.

Libel Hearing Aid www.libelhearing.net Address: 1105 S. Belt Highway,St. Joseph, Mo. Additional locations: Cameron and Chillicothe, Mo., and Atchison, Lansing and Hiawatha, Kan. Year established: More than 50 years of experience Phone: (816) 676-2900 or toll-free (800) 456-3020 Business hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday Libel Hearing Aid Center’s national board-certified hearing instrument specialists are committed to helping their patients achieve better living through better hearing. Bernard Libel and his team have one common goal — help find the best-fitting instrument for any ear

and lifestyle. The staff works with patients to provide a perfect match of hearing aid to patient. Libel Hearing Aid Center is equipped with audiometric testing systems, live speech mapping and a video-otoscope system to ensure each hearing aid device is matched exactly to the patient. Libel Hearing Aid Center offers a variety of perks for loyal customers. Free hearing aid cleaning is available for any hearing aid purchased at any center location. Additionally, Libel Hearing Aid Center sponsors drawings, offering patients the opportunity to win prizes, and hosts Patient Appreciation Days to remind customers of the value of their business. Libel hearing aid centers offer state-of-the-art digital hearing instruments including the use of wireless technology.

Michael S. Hollingsworth DDS, PC www.hollingsworthdental.com Address: 420 S. Woodbine, St. Joseph, Mo., 64506 Phone: (816) 232-8788 Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Friday Year established: 1985 Number of employees: 8 Dr. Michael Hollingsworth is proud to have served St. Joseph and the surrounding area since 1985. He and his well-qualified staff provide a wide array of dental ser-

vices to meet your needs. Using the latest technology, the dental team provides quality, affordable dentistry, preventive care, cosmetic services and simple orthodontics, with several payment options to serve our patientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; needs. Last year, Dr. Hollingsworth achieved the highest award given by the Academy of General Dentistry during a ceremony in San Diego. Hollingsworth Dental is committed to providing exceptional quality dental care from the moment you walk in their door. Call (816) 232-8788 for more details, or visit their website at www.hollings worthdental.com

Northwest Health Services www.nwhealth-services.org Address: 2303 Village Drive, St. Joseph, Mo., 64506 St. Joseph locations: Family Medicine Associates, North End Health Center, South Side Health Center, NW Behavioral Health, RAISE (HIV/Aids Program), NW Family Dental Rural locations: Savannah Medical Clinic, NW Dental ServicesSavannah, NW Pharmacy ServicesHamilton, Hamilton Medical Clinic, Braymer Clinic, Cainsville Medical Clinic, King City Clinic, Mound City Clinic, Mound City Dental Clinic, Oregon Clinic Business hours; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday (Please see website for rural clinic hours) Phone: (816) 271-8261 Year established: 1983 Number of employees: 180

Northwest Health Services is a group of federally qualified health centers serving Northwest Missouri. Our mission is to provide excellent and affordable healthcare to the communities we serve. We proudly accept Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance and we offer a discount program based on income for those who qualify. Our services include primary and preventive medical care, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, homeless outreach, an HIV/AIDS program, health education and much more. To set up an appointment at any of our locations or for any questions, please visit our website at www.nwhealth-services.org, or call us at (816) 271-8261.

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Performance Plus Rehabilitation Center

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Phone: (816) 901-9770

Phone: (816) 232-5113 Business hours: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday Year established: 1991 Number of employees: 12 Live life, get hurt, see us! Our mission is to help you leave your pain behind. To accomplish that, we combine the best chiropractic care and physical therapy under one roof. We effectively meet your health needs and quickly return you to your normal daily activities. This year we have added two new chiropractors, a therapist and a doctor of physical therapy will join us this spring. We are dedicated to the health and wellness of our community and offer free informational presentations to help you manage stress and improve your overall health.

We also sponsor two 5k run/walks a year, as well as the Performance Plus/Cameron YMCA Triathalon in July. If pain is preventing you from exercising and reaching your ultimate health goals. let our professional team help you. We treat neck, back, shoulder, hip, knee and ankle pain, as well as conditions such as diabetic neuropathy, TMJ disorder, sciatic nerve pain, bulging and herniated discs, carpal tunnel syndrome, MS, arthritis, fibromyalgia, balance disorders, orthopedic conditions, sports injuries, neurologic conditions and much more.

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to provide the safest and most effective means of collecting plasma from our donors. The plasma we collect is altered into life saving medications, Year established: 2007 vaccines and tests. Our fully trained and certified staff offer a friendly and Number of employees: 45 efficient atmosphere and we strive to make each donorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s experience fast Since 2007, Plasma Biological Ser- and enjoyable. We hold certifications vices has assisted the St. Joseph com- from the FDA, GHA, IQPP, PPTA and munity in saving lives. The company CLIA, and are constantly striving is a family owned business originally to shine a positive light on donating from Memphis, Tenn., and has been plasma in the community. Save lives in business since 1949. Our mission is and earn cash! Business hours: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday; 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday

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www.pregnancyresourceclinic.com Address: 1502 N. 36th St., Suite C, St. Joseph, MO 64506 Phone: (816) 387-8090 Business hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Friday E-mail: kim.zeiler@stjoeprc.com Year established: 1998 The Pregnancy Resource Clinic of St. Joseph started in 1998 and exists to provide outreach and ministry to women of all ages facing unintended pregnancies. Dedicated to promoting informed decisions regarding pregnancy and choosing life, the PRC offers mentoring throughout the pregnancy and the infant’s first year of life with Biblically-based resources. The clinic offers free laboratory-quality pregnancy testing and limited obstetrical ultrasounds to women who think they might be

pregnant and struggling with the choices available to them. The clinic has two full-time employees, three part-time nurses and more than 49 volunteers who are dedicated to showing women with unintended pregnancies lifeaffirming options and Christian guidance. The clinic is a 501(c)3 organization and is funded through individuals, businesses and churches community wide. Real answers. Real help.

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www.stevensonpharmacy.com Address: 6201 King Hill, St. Joseph, Mo. Additional locations: The Apothecary — 1517 St. Joseph Ave., St. Joseph, Mo. Phone: (816) 238-2424; The Apothecary (816) 279-2590 Business hours: Stevenson: 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday; 8:30 to 2 p.m. Saturday; The Apothecary: 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday Year established: Stevenson: 1987; The Apothecary: 1980 Number of employees: 21 Stevenson Family Pharmacy, Inc. has been providing prescription and other ancillary services for 25 years throughout St. Joseph. We have a proud tradition of personalized, professional service dedicated to serving the community. The Stevenson family and its staff provide numerous services. Clinical screenings are available for diabetes, cholesterol and blood pressure,

along with an immunization program for influenza, shingles, tetanus and other inoculations. We provide service to patients in long-term care facilities and group homes in Missouri and Kansas, with city-wide delivery services. Advice is available for Medicare Part D insurance plans. We accept most prescription insurance plans. The Stevenson Family Pharmacy and The Apothecary Pharmacy welcome the opportunity to serve our community. As a locally owned pharmacy practice committed to providing a caring, professional service we feel you deserve.

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Saint Joseph Imaging Center www.stjosephimaging.com Address: 3937 Sherman Ave., St. Joseph, MO 64506 Phone: (816) 676-0625 Business hours: 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday Year established: 2002 Number of employees: 7 Saint Joseph Imaging Center and Saint Joseph Breast Center is a multi-modality, community based, outpatient radiology center conveniently located in St. Joseph. We offer high quality MRI, CT, Ultra-sound, Mammography, DEXA, and X-ray imaging services with affordable pricing and outstanding services, all provided by our highly

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qualified professional staff. At Saint Joseph Imaging Center, we are dedicated to the welfare and well-being of the citizens in our community. Our location offers easy access and convenient front door parking. In most cases, same day appointments are available, with reports back to your Health Care Provider in less than 24 hours. We accept all major area health insurances, Medicare, and Medicaid. Give use the opportunity to serve you when you require medical imaging services.

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Address: 1335-B Village Dr., St. Joseph, MO 64506 Phone: (816) 233-7258 Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday E-mail: egreerhealth@stjoelive.com Elaine Greer, RNNPC, is a graduate of the Missouri Methodist Hospital and Medical Center in St. Joseph. She began her career working at the TBK Clinic under OB-GYN doctors. Elaine then worked with the Family Planning Clinic until she attended college in Milwaukee, Wis., to become the first nurse practitioner in St. Joseph. She returned to the Family Planning Clinic to finish a 20-year career. She also worked with the Social Welfare Board for 14 years before deciding to go into a private practice. She began her private-practice career working as the first female provider with Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Health in 1990. She now has her own office at 1335 Village Drive in St. Joseph.

Elaine enjoys working with all ages of women offering help from puberty through menopause. She offers organic, or natural, ways of medication, as well as traditional medicine. She helps women think about their body as a whole, not just addressing symptoms, but searching for causes. She offers Gardasil vaccine for young women as well as other vaccines and is devoted to giving patients care to help solve problems or find the correct source that can. Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Health and Wellbeing is now accepting new patients. Come visit our newly remodeled office.

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2012 Profiles of Progress | Industry & Agriculture

Energy firm developing next generation of biofuels By RAY SCHERER

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company with a presence in St. Joseph continues to make headway in developing and producing the next generation of ethanol-based fuels. ICM Inc., which is based in Colwich, Kan., is working to create new types of ethanol through efforts at a pilot plant located on the Lifeline Foods campus in St. Joseph. The facility is developing cellulosic ethanol by small-scale production from such materials as switch grass, sorghum and corn fiber. ICM partially owns Lifeline and has provided proprietary technology to more than 100 ethanol facilities in North America. Work on the ICM pilot plant began in 2007, with an initial focus on starch-based ethanol testing. Dr. Douglas Rivers serves as the plant’s research and development director and is supervising the cellulosic project. 58 Profiles of Progress, March 25, 2012, St. Joseph News-Press

“We’ve added significant staff over the course of about the past six months,” he said. “We’ll have some in production this year.” More than 50 employees have joined the staff recently, Dr. Rivers said, with a handful more workers planned during the course of the year. The $30 million capital investment, mostly in equipment, was partially funded through the U.S. Department of Energy. The project relies on three Platte County farms to provide the feedstocks. A receiving area processes and pre-treats the bales. Construction of the pilot plant began in August 2010 and finished at midyear of 2011. “Then we began shaking down the system,” Dr. Rivers said. “We checked for water tightness.” ICM first tried working with corn fiber last fall. “It’s easier to deal with than switch grass and sorghum,” he said. “We’re

working out the conditions that we need in the pre-treatment system so it works like it did in the lab. ... We feel like the corn fiber is low-hanging fruit, as far as commercialization is concerned.” Integrated runs of the entire process began in late February. The energy department requires a qualification run to ensure the system is operating as designed. Company officials believe that the first opportunity for commercializing cellulosic ethanol will arrive by 2014. Sorghum and switch grass still hold promise as an ethanol fuel base. “We’re glad to be here,” Dr. Rivers said. “It’s a longterm investment. We’re not going anywhere.” Ray Scherer can be reached at ray.scherer@newspressnow. com. Follow him on Twitter: @SJNPScherer.

The ethanol plant at Lifeline Foods is on the cutting edge of technology in the production of biofuels. St. Joseph News-Press

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Dave’s Diesel Service, Inc. Address: 4702 S.E. US Highway 169, St. Joseph, MO 64507

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Phone: (816) 232-4542 Business hours: 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; Saturday by appointment

Phone: (816) 632-7277 Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; 8 a.m. to noon Saturday

Year established: 1974 Number of employees: 18 Dave’s Diesel Service, Inc. began business in July of 1974 and moved to the current location east of Interstate 29 on Highway 169 in 1976. We repair over-the-road diesel engine trucks, box trucks, dump trucks, boom trucks, 10-wheelers, buses, fire trucks, grain trucks, terra gators, spreaders, 4x4 tractors, trailers, etc. We also sell truck parts for most makes and models of trucks and equipment. Examples of work that we perform: Caterpillar or Cummins engine overhauls, brakes, u-joints,

Earley Tractor, Inc.

drivelines, brake pots, lights, mirrors, oil changes, fifth wheels, air conditioners, heaters, diesel tanks, transmissions, turbos, jake brakes, windshield washers, wiper blades, computers issues, and so on. We are open from 7 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and by appointment on Saturday. We truly appreciate our wonderful customers for supporting our business for the last 38 years, as well as our highly qualified employees who have worked so hard to make our business what it is today. We look forward to many more years serving St. Joseph, the surrounding area, and drivers all over the country passing through.

Foley Equipment

E-mail: earley@centurytel.net Year established: 1968 Number of employees: 29 Since 1968, Earley Tractor has been serving their community with integrity and a focus on customer satisfaction. Our long term commitment to our customers has earned Earley Tractor the reputation as a long standing family owned business in the local community, Northwest Missouri and beyond. Our parts department is just one of the areas of our business that has grown tremendously in recent years. Earley Tractor is continu-

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Address: 3616 Pear St., St. Joseph, MO 64503

Address: 17526 286th Rd., Atchison, KS 66002

Additional locations: 14 locations throughout Missouri and Kansas including the K.C. metro, St. Joseph and Sedalia areas.

Phone: (877) 663-5098 Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday; Open longer during spring and fall

Phone: (816) 233-2516 Business hours: Parts & Service: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; Rental: 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday Year established: 1942 Number of employees: 770 The range of equipment and scope of services offered by Foley Equipment is the result of our focus on the way work gets done by the people who get it done. Since 1942, our reputation is built on Cat, the finest earth moving and construction equipment in the world — big and small — and backed by a service and support team second to none in expertise.

ally growing our Ag Parts business. Multiple product lines are available to meet the ever expanding needs of our agriculture community. We have expanded our on-hand inventory capability and have added additional staff to improve customer service, especially during peak seasons. There is an after hours emergency parts line and on call staff available at 816-724-1573.

E-mail: hti@heritagetractor.com Foley’s 14 locations serve customers in 104 of 105 counties in Kansas and 40 counties in western Missouri. We’re certain you won’t find a more comprehensive approach or breadth of product and service anywhere. From sales or rental of Caterpillar’s “big yellow iron,” to compact construction equipment, service and product support on any truck, engine or machine, electric power generation and industrial engines, OEM assemblies, sales and service of Terex Utilities trucks, machine automation and productivity tools and technical and safety training, Foley Equipment is “Your First Choice.”

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Year established: 1997 Number of employees: 15-20 Heritage Tractor is proud to be a part of the Atchison Community and was started in Baldwin City, Kan., in 1997. We are a full line John Deere dealer with equipment from lawn mow-

ers to combines and tractors. Our sales, service and parts departments are all ready to help you with whatever need you might have. We are excited about our RTK network of coverage to provide sub inch accuracy for our customers’ operations, along with our knowledgeable and experienced precision ag department to support this technology. Stop in and see us at any of our locations or online!

International Paper Address: 4725 Easton Rd., St. Joseph, MO 64503 Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday Phone: (816) 364-2341 Year established: 1968 Number of employees: 138

The facility that houses International Paper was built in 1968 as part of the Mead Containers group. In 1987, the facility was purchased by

Weyerhaeuser and conducted business under that name for more than 20 years. In 2008, International Paper took ownership and continued production in St. Joseph. As one of International Paper’s top producing facilities, IP employees work extremely hard to earn their reputation as the best work force in the country. Employees at International Paper are actively involved in the safety, quality and productivity at the facility. The St. Joseph facility is an OSHAcertified ‘Star’ site in the Voluntary Protection Program.

CONSTRUCTION CO. ASPHALT • PAVING • DRIVEWAYS • STREETS PARKING LOTS Over 50 Years In Business

816-232-5406 20798 N. 169 Hwy., Box 8339 • St. Joseph, MO 64508

Lifeline Foods www.lifeline-foods.com Address: 2811 S. 11th Street, St. Joseph, MO 64503 Phone: (816) 279-1651 Year established: 2001 Number of employees: 140 Lifeline Foods, LLC is a leading innovative company producing products for both the domestic and international markets. Items produced at Lifeline originate from three corn-based business enterprises: food ingredients, animal feed and fuel. One of the key advantages and true strengths of Lifeline’s business model is the unique ownership, where the majority of corn sourced for the business needs originates from the 600-plus farmers who own the majority of the company. The local progressive, forward-thinking producer/owners have a high degree of integrity and a true commitment to quality that is carried on throughout all of the Lifeline

manufacturing processes. Plans are currently under way to invest an additional 13 million dollars in the facility this year to simultaneously expand our food and ethanol production in order to make the operation more efficient. The company continues to grow as a leader in the food, feed and fuel industries due to its superior products, focus on innovation and unbeatable customer service. Lifeline foods would like to thank our excellent employees for their dedication and service during the past 10-plus years. We look forward to many more years supporting the St. Joseph area! St. Joseph News-Press, March 25, 2012, Profiles of Progress 61

McElroy Metal

Midwest Mini Barns

www.mcelroymetal.com

www.midwestminibarns.com

Address: 30000 US Hwy 69, Winston, MO 64689

Address: 3008 U.S. Highway 69, Winston, MO 64689

Phone: (660) 749-5404

Phone: (660) 749-5310

Year established: 1963

Year established: 2001

Number of employees: 7

Number of employees: 4

Since 1963, McElroy Metal has served the construction industry with quality products and excellent customer service. Today, McElroy has 10 manufacturing facilities and 20 service centers across the United States. McElroy Metal’s architectural division is focused on helping the architectural and design community find solutions in metal. Here are some of the traits that make McElroy an industry leading metal components supplier: AIA continuing education programs, quicker than the industry norm lead times on most products, Kynar 500® coating standard on all McElroy products, special color-match capa-

Midwest Mini Barns has been family owned and operated since 2001. Our goal has been and will bilities, extensive product offering continue to be great workmanship using high quality materials, giving and technical service support. McElroy offers one of the most you a building that will last for many extensive product lines in the metal years. Beginning in 2012, we now ofcomponents industry. McElroy prod- fer maintenance-free poly furniture, ucts are used in the pre-engineered, with options that include swings, post frame, commercial and archi- gliders, rockers, tables and chairs, tectural construction segments. We are proud of our products and hope you will have an opportunity to join our list of satisfied customers. Quality, service, performance. Since 1963 these traits have been the cornerstone of McElroy Metal’s business philosophy and success.

Nestlé Purina Petcare www.purina.com Address: 4502 Packers Ave. St. Joseph, MO 64504 Business hours: 24-hour operation Year established: 1985 Number of employees: 254 Nestlé Purina Petcare is one of the leading manufacturers of pet food in the world. The building that Nestlé Purina Petcare calls home in St. Joseph was originally built in the 1880s as a frozen meat plant and terminal warehouse. During the course of the next 100 years, the building had several owners, including the Carnation Company. Nestlé purchased the facility in 1982. In 1985, wet cat food production

was under way with the launch of the Fancy Feast brand. Today, the Packers Avenue plant remains one of only two plants in the United States that produces Fancy Feast. Nestlé Purina Petcare is headquartered in Vevey, Switzerland, and provides about 254 jobs for residents of St. Joseph and the surrounding communities. There have been two major expansions at the facility in the past few years, and we recently celebrated our 25th anniversary. These expansions brought the Beneful Prepared Meals line of dog food exclusively to the facility to be produced in St. Joseph. In 2008, the Chef Michaels brand also began production at the St. Joseph plant.

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deck chairs and swing stands. Midwest Mini Barns looks forward to serving you in the future for all your storage shed needs and now, outdoor living.

North Country Lumber & Truss Address: 4890 E. Highway C, Maysville, MO 64469 Phone: (816) 449-5778 Business hours: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday Year established: 1998 Number of employees: 4 North Country Lumber & Truss, a company that manufactures and sells wood roof trusses, was established by John Sommers and his son, Marc, in 1998. “Marc and I started building our shop in the fall of 1997,” John Sommers says. “And by February of 1998, we started manufacturing engineered roof trusses. Presently, we manufac-

ture trusses for ag buildings.” Also made by North Country are trusses for garages and all types of buildings. In addition, the Sommerses design and build whole-house roof systems. “Our company has added Timber Technologies laminated columns for the pole building industry,” John says. “Give us a call for your residential and commercial wood truss needs.”

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Whom Do I Call?

Many problems can spring up in a community. Different agencies handle each specific problem. Keep this reference guide handy to use in the case of a future problem.

When Do I Use 911?

Police Dept. . . . . . . . . . . .271-4777 Fire Dept. . . . . . . . . . . . . .271-4777 Hospital Main Line . . . . . . .271-6000

271-4777

1-888-471-5275

Tree Touching Power Line

Spring 2011

Non-Emergency Numbers

Car Or Building Alarm

Broken Streetlight

Only use 911 in the event of an emergency , such as a life-threatening situation or involving substantial property damage. For other concerns, call the appropriate department at their non-emergency numbers.

Water Main Break

Clogged Storm Drain

1-888-544-4852

233-8844

271-4848

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Downed Power Line

1-888-544-4852 Abandoned Appliances 271-5342

Broken Traffic Signal

271-4848

Flooded Street 271-4848

Abandoned Car in Yard 271-5342

Illegal Dumping 271-5342

Illegal Fireworks

Potholes

271-4777

Foul Odor Gas Leak

Loud Music

1-800-582-0000

271-4636 271-4635

Abandoned Or Deteriorating House

Barking Dog 271-4877

271-5342

Suspicious Solicitor

271-4777

Weeds / Trash In Yard 271-5342

Chemical Spill 911

Hazardous Sidewalk 271-4848 271-5342

Broken Street Sign 271-4848

Abandoned Car 271-4777

Dead Animal 271-4877

Rats 271-5342

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Northwest Pipe Co. www.nwpipe.com Address: 8154 Industrial Park Lane, Atchison, KS 66002 Phone: (913) 874-4011 Year established: 1984 Number of employees: 162

Headquartered in Vancouver, Wash., Northwest Pipe operates

manufacturing plants throughout the United States. It is a leading manufacturer of welded steel pipe. In 1984, Northwest Pipe Co. was the first resident in the Shannon Industrial Park of Atchison, Kan. Through a carefully orchestrated growth strategy, the company has expanded its capabilities to become a national presence in the energy pipe industry. On Jan. 1, it completed a major capital expansion, which will allow for an increase in productivity and product capability, which will lead to actively employing more of the community.

Roberts Roofing www.roberts-roofing.com Address: 1601 Buchanan St., St. Joseph, MO 64501 Business hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday; emergency service available Phone: (816) 232-0644 E-mail: robertsroofing@aol.com Year established: 1985 Number of employees: 60 Employment information: Walk in Roberts Ro o f i n g prides itself on maintaining a high level of integrity and a strong reputation in the community. “We are a certified Master Elite Roofing Contractor and among the top 2 percent of all U.S. contractors,” says Barbara Snipes, executive administrator. “Not only are we qualified because of our certifications, we are qualified by experience. With more than 200 ulti-

mate roof systems installed every year, we know every detail of what must happen for a successful job to be done.” For more than 25 years, Roberts Roofing has had the Midland Empire’s roofing needs covered. “While roofing materials and application methods have changed over the years, our priorities have not,” says Steve Roberts, company president. “Customer service has always been our top priority; quality workmanship, reasonable prices and good service are what bring customers in. No job is too small or too large.” Roberts’ quality-oriented workmen are factory trained and authorized by all roofing manufacturers. They are continually updated in the latest roofing technology and product availability. “This enables the company to provide warranties that can cover installed flat or steep roofs for up to 20 years,” Roberts says. Other services offered by Roberts Roofing include standing seam metal roofs and installation, custom sheet metal fabrication and seamless guttering, which is custom made at the job site.

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Quality Structures, Inc. www.qualitystructures.com Address: 167 Highway 59, Richmond, KC 66080 Additional locations: Columbia, Mo.; Glenwood, Iowa; Haven, Kan. QSI has distinguished itself from the competition by providing top-notch Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. building quality. It offers complete Monday through Friday construction from the ground up for almost any type of post frame buildE-mail: rob.pearce@qualitystructures. ing. QSI offers many options such com as deluxe horse stalls, sliding doors Year established: 2003 with windows and Dutch doors, and it does it all, including soffit, fascia Number of employees: 40 and guttering. Through this company, owner Rob Pearce and the QSI At QSI, buildings team continue their commitment to are our only business. excellent service and quality. With If you need a top- more than 20 years of experience in quality building construction, QSI continues to do contractor for your what it does best: selling, delivering next horse, ranch or and erecting outstanding, quality farm building, call QSI, that’s Qual- post frame structures. So when you ity Structures Incorporated. QSI is need the job done right at a very afa building contractor, serving all fordable price, call QSI. It specializes of Kansas, Missouri, Iowa and Ne- in Complete Post Frame Buildings. braska since its beginning in 2003. Give them a call at (800) 374-6988. Phone: (800) 374-6988

RS Electric Corp www.rselectriccorp.com Address: 302 Messanie St., St. Joseph, MO 64501 Phone: (816) 233-7751 RS Electric Corp has always been at the top of our field. Indeed, our expertise is proven every day on the production floor, on assembly lines, in hospital rooms and office buildings all over the metropolitan area. We stake our reputation on the efficient and effective operation of our customers’ businesses. Our management and ownership are actively involved in our business and provide effective leadership for all customers. Our employees have related field experience in which they now serve as estimators, project managers or salespeople. This professional expertise helps us provide customers with advice and design support. Our electrician training program includes classroom study and on-the-

job training. Consequently, manpower is never an issue. Our customers know we can deliver one or 100 electricians— whatever it takes to get the job done. To that end, we believe our technicians can complete the same job in half the time as the competition. By the end of each project, the job is done right, on time and within budget. RS Electric Corp provides the same great client service regardless of project size. RS Electric Corp is proud to serve the greater Kansas City bi-state area, including St. Joseph, Maryville, and Chillicothe in Missouri, and Atchison and Topeka in Kansas. In addition, we provide service for special projects across the United States and internationally. Contact us to find out more about how to put RS Electric Corp’s power to work for you.

Seaman and Schuske Metal Works

Snyder and Associates

www.seamanschuske.com

www.snyder-associates.com

Address: 1215 South 4th St., St. Joseph, MO 64501

Address: 802 Francis St., St. Joseph, MO 64501

Phone: (816) 232-3337

Phone: (816) 364-5222

Business hours: 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday

Additional locations: Maryville, Mo,. Ankenney, Des Moines, Atlantic, Cedar Rapids, and Council Bluffs, Iowa

Year established: 1870

Email: aemacias@snyder-associates. com

Number of employees: 40 Seaman and Schuske Metal Works and Roofing is the oldest sheet metal shop west of the Mississippi. Since 1870 we have been serving St. Joseph and the surrounding areas including Maryville and Atchison. We do custom industrial fabrication from a variety of metals including steel, aluminum, and stainless steel. We offer a 4000 watt ByStronic laser cutting machine that can cut a variety of materials from rubber to plastic to 1-inch mild steel. The parts cut by the laser usually require no cleanup so the parts can go from cutting to

fabrication immediately. In addition, we also do both plan and spec and custom commercial HVAC fabrication and installation. We have an Iowa Precision coil line duct fabrication machine that enables us to complete ductwork fast so we can have it to our customers or on the job site as soon as it is needed. We also do industrial duct fabrications as well as commercial kitchen exhaust system and hoods. Our roofing department does commercial and industrial flat roofs as well as standing seam metal roofs and flashings.

St. Joseph Tractor

Year established: 1977 Number of employees: 220 Snyder & Associates begins its tenth year in St. Joseph and Maryville and is proud to list the following planning and design accomplishments for 2011: Bessie Ellison Elementary sewer improvements,

St. Joseph Uptown streetscape, St. Joseph Felix streetscape phase II, Price St. reconstruction in Savannah, Mo., and the wastewater treatment plant for the Village of Country Club. Exciting new 2012 projects include: Eastside sewer for St. Joseph, St. Joseph Regional Port Authority truck scale, rail crossing, and pavement improvements, Buchanan and Nodaway County bridges, multiple levee reconstructions in Holt County, Mo., and a water treatment plant for the City of Gallatin. The firm continues to expand its services to areas in which our clients need assistance. These include adding an environmental specialist and water and wastewater engineers to our staff. With the support of our local cities and counties we are able to continue to grow.

Sunshine Electronic Display

www.stjoetractor.com

www.sunshineelectronicdisplay.com

Address: 3525 Pear St., St. Joseph, MO 64503

Address: 316 South 6th St., St. Joseph, MO 64501

Phone: (816) 233-3149 St. Joseph; (785) 742-2867 Hiawatha

Phone: (816) 232-4424

Additional locations: Skyview Equipment, Hiawatha, Kan. Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday; 8 a.m. to noon Saturday Year established: 1974 Number of employees: 24 Dean and Karen Habrock and their family moved to St. Joseph from Lincoln, Neb., to take over operation of St. Joseph Ford Tractor, Inc. located at 3252 Pear St. in April of 1974. The name has changed in the last few yours to St. Joseph Tractor, Inc. Brian Emmendorger

and Daron Bauerle recently purchased both locations from the Habrocks. The company has continued to grow in the past 30 years and offers New Holland tractors, combines, hay tools and construction equipment. We are proud to offer Kinze planter, Bush Hog and Landpride equipment. We have received many awards from New Holland for parts excellence and service shop excellence. Our continued success is due to the experience of our sales, parts and service departments. We are committed to taking care of our customers. Thanks to all who have done business with us during the past 34 years. We look forward to serving you in the future.

Nestled in downtown St. Joseph, Sunshine Electronic Display Corp. has been quietly manufacturing signage since 1972. One of the less publicized local success stories, Sunshine’s products are nonetheless highly visible in the community. Fastgas, Loves, Nodaway Valley Bank, Trex, and Wiedmaier’s Truck Stop all employ Sunshine’s LED displays. Outside of St. Joseph, Sunshine units are displayed from coast to coast in the fuel, lottery, hotel, and banking industries. Steady growth has seen recent expansion in Sunshine’s new office building and renovated production facility. Rather than move operations,

Sunshine remained at its original location across from the YMCA. The decision to stay downtown shows Sunshine’s dedication to revitalizing the heart of St. Joseph. Attention to detail and quality of the new campus reflects not only the high company standards, but also the long-term commitment to the community. In the year ahead, Sunshine will further upgrade its production facility to meet growing demand, all the while continuing to employ local workers and vendors to produce something truly American-made. By fueling the local economy and workforce, Sunshine hopes to help make St. Joseph a wellspring of commerce once again.

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System Builders, Inc. Address: 621 S. Fifth St., St. Joseph, Mo. 64501

www.wachter.com Address: 2511 Pear St., St. Joseph, Mo.

Phone: (816) 232-8000 Year established: 1974 We are a full-service d e s i g n / bu i l d contractor who can take your building project from concept to completion. System Builders of St. Joseph, Mo., has been providing solutions for your building requirements since 1974. We build the best designed, highest quality, most efficient commercial and industrial buildings available. Whether it is a warehouse or manufacturing plant, a church, school or retail store, System Builders specializes in design/build and build to lease, utilizing both pre-engineered building systems and tilt-up concrete methods.

Wachter Electric Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and by appointment Phone: (816) 279-3532 Year established: 1930

Repeat business is very important to us. System Builders develops a relationship of special confidence and trust with our customers, and we have many satisfied customers who have come to think of us as â&#x20AC;&#x153;their builder.â&#x20AC;? Thanks to exceptional employees who make sure the job is done right, ours is a qualityconscious approach often promised but seldom found in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s market. When we say â&#x20AC;&#x153;owner satisfaction is our number one priority,â&#x20AC;? we mean it.

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Since 1930, Wachter has been on the leading edge of electrical contracting and design. Today, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re committed to the advanced technology and forward thinking that will keep us there. With our decades of heritage, regional offices and employees, we have the capacity and expertise to provide a wide range of solutions. From ground up design-build construction to renovations and service contracts, hundreds of clients have called on us for smart, quality work. We have substantial experience in

industry markets, including ethanol and biodiesel, railroad, mining, pharmaceutical, petroleum and chemical, water/wastewater, auto, food and warehousing. Our commercial portfolio includes assisted living, health care, multistory office, mixed-use, call centers, data centers, municipal and trail projects. The Wachter team is committed to our work and passionate about making you happy. We own your issues until we deliver a value-oriented, quality solution ... itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s that simple. Selected awards: Since 1999, Wachter has earned 14 major awards from the Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) Heart of America chapter. Wachter also received the ABC 2006 National Merit Safety award.

Waldinger Corporation www.waldinger.com Address: 4410 S. 40th St., Suite B, St. Joseph, MO 64503 Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday; by appointment Phone: (816) 232-6500 Year established: 1906 Number of employees: 38

combustion analysis and new equipment installations. O Refrigeration — Service, repair and new equipment installations of most manufactures. O Electrical— Industrial, commercial, light commercial, tenant finish, IT, fiber optics, automation, integration, programming and service.

O Plumbing/Pipefitting — Domestic water, medical gas, carbon steel welding, SS food processing pipThe Waldinger Corporation has ing, orbital welding, back-flow been serving the local commucertifications and more. nity with highly qualified service

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ment. O HVAC — Service and repair of all manufactures of equipment, chillers, air-conditioning, boiler, boiler

We also specialize in design build and negotiated projects.

St. Joseph Agri Services, Inc.

Fluid & Dry Fertilizer & Ag Chemicals applied with Flotation Equipment 4620 Hwy. 169 S., St. Joseph, MO • www.stjoeag.com • 816-232-1664 • 800-479-1519

A Medicare/Medicaid Skilled Nursing Home Facility www.LaVernaVillage.com A few of the services we provide:

• Physical Therapy • Speech Therapy • Occupational Therapy

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FarmRight Precision Management • Hubbard Feed • Crystalyx Supplements • AgriGold Seed Corn • Willcross Soybeans • Other Farm & Lawn Seed

Private Dining & Catering On-site Seating for up to 60 people in the elegant atmosphere of our beautiful historic restaurant. Corporate Drop-Off Lunches Pharmaceutical Lunches Personalized Menu Items Wedding Receptions Rehearsal Dinners Birthday Parties Reunions

Our staff has grown to six therapists. Three full-time therapists provide inpatient and outpatient therapy using traditional land based and Aquatic Therapies. Rehab and therapy is a must after surgery, illness or an accident. It can also be beneﬁcial for chronic pain due to past injury or arthritis!

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904 Hall Avenue|Savannah, MO 64485 | (816) 324-3185 Ext 240 www.LaVernaVillage.com St. Joseph News-Press, March 25, 2012, Profiles of Progress 67

2012 Profiles of Progress | Real Estate

Growth flourishes on East Side of St. Joseph ed to open in May, and Northwest Missouri State University will move its St. Joseph class offerings into the building. hen Joseph Candlewood Suites is nearing compleRobidoux first tion of its four-story, 81-room extended-stay settled in this area, St. Joseph hotel. The $5.5 million project is located on about two acres just south of Green Acres. took the shape “We created the opportunity for the hotel of a typical river town. As it grew, to be built,” Mr. Evans said. Mr. Evans said that hotel owners chose the so did the city limits, and the only way was east. The trend northeastern location in order to have access to the Green Acres banquet hall, which has continued well into the 21st century also is used for wedding receptions and with plenty of development and promise of other large events. future expansion on St. Joseph’s East Side. “The entire functionality has created syn“I see it really exploding, and it’s already starting with our building,” said Don Evans, ergy,” he said. “All those things feed off of each other.” with Don Evans Realty. The county still has more than 100 acres Mr. Evans began looking at the abandoned in the area surrounding the Green Acres Green Acres building at 3500 N. Village building as well as the east side of Interstate Drive in 2004. It was the same time development began on the nearby Shoppes at North 29. Both the YMCA and the city have tentaVillage. Back then, Mr. Evans had 45 agents tive plans to build in the general area. A city park possibly could have walking trails and and not enough space. He needed a bigger building, and Buchanan County had a bigger water fountains on its 18 acres. Dan Hausman, Buchanan County eastern district building to sell him. Green Acres is now open for business with commissioner, once suggested the site be used for a dog park. not only Mr. Evans’ real estate offices but 2 “The county owns a substantial piece of Trendy’s Formal Affair and Precision Hair Cutters. An independent coffee shop is slat- land by I-29,” Mr. Evans said. “It’s a prime By JENNIFER HALL

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It’s hard to imagine when you look down the Belt Highway where the Shoppes at North Villiage reside that a few years ago the former Green Acres building was surrounded by farm fields. The roof to the old building needed to be replaced and until recently, the old building seemed to be a deteriorating eyesore among retail shopping giants. Now the roof is going up on a new 80-room extended-stay hotel. The four-story, $5.5 million Candlewood Suites will open next spring. The old building, which once was a county poor farm, now has a commitment from Northwest Missouri State University to relocate its St. Joseph campus.

piece of real estate.” Mr. Hausman said that the county currently isn’t marketing any of its land in that area. “We receive inquiries from time to time, and we follow up on those,” he said. “We feel there’s a value to that property. But we’re being patient right now.” County commissioners initially envisioned retail but now consider the space to be more beneficial for a business park of sorts. Mr. Hausman said there are still a lot of mixed emotions on what to do with it. “The East Side has really devel-

oped,” he said. “What created all the buzz on the east side? I don’t know.” And there is still growth along the North Belt Highway. The Shoppes at North Village still has a few pad sites available for development, and the new Dick’s Sporting Goods and Aldi’s should be open this spring. “It’s all a good sign of growth during what is still being considered a recession,” Mr. Evans said. “But our area is booming. It’s a good sign.”

It’s all a good sign of growth during what is still being considered a recession. But our area is booming. It’s a good sign. — DON EVANS, owner of Don Evans Realty

Jenn Hall can be reached at jennhall@newspressnow.com. Follow her on Twitter @SJNPHall. St. Joseph News-Press, March 25, 2012, Profiles of Progress 69

Advantage Title, LLC

www.coldwellbankergeneral.com

Address: 1801 Oak Ridge Circle, Suite 101, St. Joseph, MO 64506

www.cbcstjoseph.com

Phone: (816) 279-8484

Address: 2700 N. Belt Highway, St. Joseph, MO

E-mail: leisamosser@advantage titlellc.com

Phone: (816) 364-1000, (800) 5305930

Year established: 2003 Number of employees: 5 At Advantage Title, LLC, we offer a complete line of residential and commercial title insurance services, along with full escrow and closing abilities. Evening closings are featured with a scheduled appointment. Discounts and re-issue rates are given on all title insurance with previous title work. Owner Leisa Mosser is a native of St. Joseph with 35 years of experience in the abstract and title insurance business. Shawn Lorenz and Kim Furgeson comprise the title insurance and researching team and have a combined 27 years of experience. Our closing agent Cathy Norman, with

Mike Jackson, President of Coldwell Banker General Properties, credits the success of the company to the quality of the agents working there. “We are proud to have been serving the Midland Empire for over 40 years. We have award winning 18 years of experience, is joined by agents that specialize in all areas of Kelly Kieser, with 12 years of expe- real estate, including commercial, rience. All are licensed producers residential, new home, land sales, with the Missouri Division of In- rentals and relocation services. We pride ourselves on our repusurance. We believe that whether you tation for excellence, honesty and are buying, selling or refinancing, integrity”, said Jackson. Coldwell your experience with us should be Banker General Properties saw the a pleasant one. All transactions market pick up considerably in 2011 are handled professionally and in a and it has started 2012 very strong. timely manner, while maintaining Jackson went on to say, “Please give your privacy and protecting your us a call and remember ‘we never stop moving.’” Coldwell Banker investment.

John Saunders Real Estate www.johnsaundersrealestate.com Address: 1507 N. Main St. Ste. C, Stewartsville, MO 64490 Phone: (816) 669-8143 John Saunders Real Estate is your source for Northwest Missouri real estate. If you own real estate that you’re thinking of selling, I would be happy to provide you with a free home evaluation. In today’s competitive real estate market, timing is everything. Many good homes are sold before they are ever advertised. Beat other homebuyers to the hottest new homes for sale in Northwest Missouri with my new listings notification. Whether you are buying or selling a home, hire someone like me, who wants to earn your business. I invite you to contact me as I’d be happy to assist you with this important transaction. In addition, if you have any general questions about buying or sell-

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had different owners and today is owned by Mary Kay and Marty Lyle. Address: 426 Court St., Savannah, MO Marty is the broker in Savannah. 64485 An additional office is located at Additional locations: 2921 N. Belt 2921 N. Belt in St. Joseph, and serves Highway, Ste U14, St. Joseph, MO as a convenience to both the real es64506 tate professionals of Realty ExecuPhone: Savannah (816) 324-5916; St. tives and to the clients that we serve in St. Joseph. Art Dean serves as the Joseph (816) 232-2603 broker of the St. Joseph office. Both Business hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Marty and Art are licensed brokers Monday through Friday; Saturday 9 in Missouri and Kansas. a.m. to 3 p.m. Realty Executives is a member of the St. Joseph Regional Association E-mail: resav@stjoelive.com of Realtors and the MLS as well as a Year established: 1973 member of the Kansas City Board and Heartland MLS. In addition to our broNumber of employees: 8 kers, the agents are Mary Kay Lyle, Cathy Davison, Donna Wagner, Ron Realty Ex- Hazzard and Virgil Davison. Sarah ecutives, NW Miller serves as the office manager. Missouri is Realty Executives agents are diing real estate in Missouri, please a long estab- versified to sell residential, farm and contact me as I’m more than willing lished business commercial properties. Our agents to help. with the main office in Savannah. Es- are professional, ethical, knowledgePlease browse my website for list- tablished in 1963, the business is still able and helpful. We are ready to asings, reports and important local operating in the same location that sist clients in purchasing or selling real estate information. it started. Through the years, it has their most valuable assets.

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Interstate toll could boost Highway 36 across its Missouri span — and to assist adjacent communities and those up to 36 miles on either side. The visitors’ bureau ingering discussions is serving as the alliance’s headquarters, on transforming Interwith tourism and business as the chief state 70 into a toll road have Northwest Missouri goals. “We want to reach out to Illinois” and communities conjuring propose the highway as a route that can ways to promote U.S. Highway 36 as an alter- lead travelers to St. Louis via a Hannibal connection,” Ms. Bennett said. “The native. best thing about Highway 36 (is) there Officials said it’s a golden opportunity for communities to bill themselves as busi- are very few big trucks and very few billboards. ... There is no rush hour on ness and tourism destinations, proposing Highway 36 as a preferable west-east route Highway 36.” Other advantages include easy on-off across Missouri. A Missouri Highway 36 access, scenery and a good number of Heritage Alliance is boosting the link on stopovers, she said. It takes no longer the basis of its historical character and to reach a particular destination using economic development potential. Its iniHighway 36 rather than I-70, she added. tial purpose was to aid in transforming Motorists can grasp history along the Highway 36 from two to four lanes straight through, a goal accomplished in July 2010. way as they traverse the highway toward their destinations, Ms. Bennett Marci Bennett, executive director of the St. Joseph Convention and Visitors Bureau, said. A compact disc offering a guided said the organization now exists to market tour of sorts has been developed toward that end. The CD already has garnered the highway’s history and recreation all numerous requests, and Highway 36 is

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U.S. 36 highway is a four-lane divided highway across the state of Missouri from St. Joseph to Hannibal.

receiving a fair amount of media attention. “We would like to be able to interpret things,” she said. “We want them to experience the heritage and culture.” The alliance is negotiating with a bike federation to develop a Highway 36 tour. All communities have been involved with strategic planning. “Ultimately we’d like to see a couple of visitor centers,” Ms. Bennett said. The potential for turning Highway

36 into a scenic byway — complete with rest stops and other amenities — would require federal and state funds. John Deis of the Caldwell County Area Business Association said Highway 36 traffic already has increased and that converting I-70 into a toll road would add more traffic and business. “Further, additional traffic seeking to avoid I-70 would use (Missouri) Route 13 through Caldwell County as part of a ‘shortcut’ to bypass Kansas City to go both north

and south to connect to I-35, Route 36, Route 50 and even I-44,” Mr. Deis said. The association is working with the city of Hamilton, Mo., to develop a comprehensive plan to capitalize on new business opportunities, membership in the alliance and increased highway traffic. Mr. Deis said the long-range planning should include connecting and mapping businesses to the Internet for travelers. Ray Scherer can be reached at ray.scherer@newspressnow.com. Follow him on Twitter: @SJNPScherer. St. Joseph News-Press, March 25, 2012, Profiles of Progress 73

Affiliated Foods Midwest Cooperative

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Address: 202 E. Duncan Drive, Savannah, MO 64485

Additional locations: Elwood, Kan.; Knosha, Wis.

Phone: (816) 324-4720 Business hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday

Phone: (402) 371-0555 E-mail: whall@afmidwest.com Year established: 1931 Our story began in 1931 when a group of independent grocers near Plainview, Neb., joined together to form a wholesale buying group. Our founders built our business model in the cooperative spirit. We continue the same business practices today: focusing on the independent grocer. Affiliated Foods Midwest has grown to serve members throughout 15 states in the Midwest, and that growth continues. With our three distribution center locations in Elwood, Kan., Norfolk, Neb. and Kenosha, Wis., we are well posi-

The main gallery at the Andrew County Museum houses the “Rural Way of Life” exhibit. This 4,000 sq. ft. display explores life “On the Farm” and “In Town” in northwest Missouri from the 1840s into the 21st century. Museum goers visit a general store, enjoy tioned for growth and efficient de- a sampling from a silent movie, livery. about Our member-owners rank our learn Own Brands program satisfaction changing farm at the top of the class because of t e c h n o l o g y low cost of goods, quality, diver- and see how “labor saving” devices sity and service. From economy to changed work in the kitchen. The Duncan Gallery features travpremium, organic to mainstream, we have a line of products to eling and changing exhibits. In 2012, meet a diverse range of customer the Andrew County Museum is one of the six sites in Missouri hosting needs.

the Smithsonian traveling exhibit “The Way We Worked.” The exhibit shares stories of how work became a central element of American culture and the many changes affecting our workforce over the past century. The Smithsonian exhibit will be on display from May 5 through June 2. The companion exhibit focusing on Northwest Missouri will be on display through the summer.

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Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday Phone: (913) 367-2427 E-mail: president@atchisonkansas.net Year established: 1919 Number of employees: 5 full-time, plus seasonal employees Employment information: Apply in person or inquire by e-mail Established in 1919, the Atchison Area Chamber of Commerce continues to be the leading business organization of the community. With

the support of more than 400 member investors, the Chamber delivers programs and services that make our community a better place to live, work, raise a family and visit. With a focus on tourism opportunities, the Chamber strives to bring visitors to the Atchison area, both improving the quality of life in the area and keeping our many diverse retail shops full. The Chamber also focuses on the attraction, growth and retention of jobs and businesses in Atchison County and the legislative issues facing its member businesses. The Chamber offers a wealth of opportunities for its members and the community, including a gift certificate program, weekly newsletter, free publicity, a trolley and coach service, after-hours and ribbon-cutting events, legislative events and several tourism events throughout the year.

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Address: 1300 W. Highway 136 (I-29 exit 110), Rock Port, MO 64482 Phone: (660)744-2447 Business hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday Email: Blackirongrill@hotmail.com

beer batter with just enough spice to light up your taste buds for a “wow.” BIGS offers weekend entertainment Number of employees: 40 with live music every Saturday night and a ride home in our limo for those BIGS offers hand-cut steakes pro- that want a night out without driving. vided daily by our local butchThe limo travels up to about 40 er, hand-cut french fries, handmiles one way servicing south battered shrimp and baked east Nebraska, southwest Iowa, potatoes the size of an average and of course, Northwest Miswoman’s foot (no kidding). souri. Once in a while, the saEach potato is about a pound loon staff do a little of their own of deliciousness baked the oldboot scootin’ on the bar. fashioned way, rolled in butter and Rick and Kim DeBuhr want everykosher salt to add a nice crispness one to feel at home when they come to the skin. In addition, we make our in regardless of dress or lifestyle. Sit, own onion rings. Our batter is a thick take your time, and enjoy your dinner. Year established: 2007

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Phone: (660) 744-5333 Business Hours: (Rock Port location) Lobby 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday.

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Colfax Farmers Mutual Insurance Address: 208 Walnut, Tarkio, MO 64491 Phone: (660) 736-4919 Business hours: 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday Email: colfaxins@embarqmail.com Year Established: 1890 Number of Employees: 4

We have provided homeowners and farm owners coverage since 1890 and are a policy holder-owned company, so your premium dollar stays local. Located in our new office at 208 Walnut in Tarkio, we have agents in various locations throughout Northwest Missouri to help us respond to your insurance claims needs in a faster and more personal way than the other big companies.

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The Farmers State Bank of Wathena Address: 211 E. St. Joseph St., Wathena, KS 66090

Address: 2002 E. First St., Maryville, MO 64468 Phone: (660) 562-2733

Phone: (785) 989-4431

Year Established: 1981

E-mail: info@fsbwathena.com

Number of Employees: 165

Business hours: Lobby hours: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday. Drive-up window hours: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday

Federal-Mogul, Maryville, is a leading manufacturer of aftermarket chassis components, such as draglinks, centerlinks, outer tie rods, inner tie rods, control arms, idler arm brackets, pivot shafts and sway bars for automobiles and light trucks. The facility has expanded into large heavy duty original equipment specialty tie rods and ball joints on military and agricultural applications in recent years. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Year Established: 1903 Number of Employees: 15

After 107 years, The Farmers State Bank of Wathena continues a commitment to the community by offering a wide range of products and services, now including online banking and bill pay. Debit cards and ATM cards also are offered for the convenience of our customers.

In addition to deposit accounts, a full line of loans are available, including personal, auto, agricultural and mortgage loans. The Farmers State Bank of Wathena is locally owned and strives to maintain friendly hometown service.

Gigi’s Salon Address: 801 S. Highway 71, Savannah, MO 64485 Phone: (816) 324-2054 Business hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday; 8 a.m. to Noon Saturday; Earlier or later by appointment only. Year established: 2003 Number of employees: 2

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Gigi’s Salon in Savannah, Mo., has been at her new location since June of 2003. Gigi’s is an active Chamber of Commerce Member and a constant supporter for the North Andrew and Savannah school districts. Gigi’s has brought in a new stylist: Andrea Fries is available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and will take walk-ins and appointments. We welcome her and her experience in the cosmetology industry. She is an accomplished color tech and stylist. Gigi’s is a full family hair care salon and carries several brands of professional hair products with daily discounts starting at 30 percent off on Mondays. We look forward to being of service.

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ers to the largest of turbo wings. For every truck type, we have various Address: 1301 225th St., Rock Port, vendors that use the finest stainMO 64482 less steel and chroming techniques Phone: (800) 279-4288 to manufacture a selection of highquality products. Business hours: 7 a.m. to midnight Our website provides 24/7 access Monday through Saturday; 10 a.m. to to our products and to place orders. 6:30 p.m. Sunday We are dedicated to meeting the Email: info@graybillchrome.com needs and wants of the thousands of truckers out there. Our educated Year established: 1984 staff is eager to help find what our customers are looking for. Graybill Tire & Repair As a company, we strive was established in 1984 by to make long-term commitVic and Marcialea Grayments to our customers in bill. We began our busiterms of price, selection ness in a small shop right and knowledgeable staff. off Interstate 29 at exit Although we started in a 110, Rock Port, Mo. Our vismall shop, we have since sion for the company was built a new extraordinary to provide our customers with low shop right by our previous one. It has price and high quality chrome prod- five bays in addition to the attached ucts and shop services with only a chrome shop. We offer a variety of handful of employees to start. services, from oil changes to tire reWithin 10 years, our business had pair. We have experienced employees grown nationwide. Our products that have the knowledge and tools to range from the smallest of nut cov- meet all your repair needs. St. Joseph News-Press, March 25, 2012, Profiles of Progress 77

Groovy’s Cuts and Tees

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Address: 308 S. Main St., Rock Port, MO 64482

Addresses: 206 N. Connecticut St., Union Star, MO 64463

Phone: (660) 744-3462

Additional locations: Maysville, Stewartsville and Weatherby, Mo.

E-mail: groovys@rpt.com

Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; 8 a.m. to noon Saturday

Tees, signs and haircuts is what we do here. We have hundreds of stock screen print designs to choose from. We also do custom screen printing photo designs (you bring the photo, we’ll put it on that special gift). We also do embroidery on towels, tees and shirts as well as custom tees with vinyl designs.

Phone: (660) 535-4343 E-mail: kingcity@farmbank.net Year established: 1894 Number of employees: 29 Independent Farmers Bank’s goal is to provide relevant and comprehensive, fairly priced financial products with a superior level of service and integrity. Included in our goal is maintaining a safe and sound institution, which allows for meeting continued needs of borrowers and which provides stability and safety for depositors. ABA Banking Journal listed Inde-

Jessica L. Studer Agency www.jessicastuder.com

Phone: (785) 989-3555 or (888) 9899625 Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon.-Fri.; evenings by appointment. E-mail: Jessica@jessicastuder.com Year established: 2008 Number of Employees: 3 At the Jessica Studer Agency, you get personalized service that only a small town can boast of. When you call this office, a friendly voice will always answer the phone and be able to immediately assist you with your needs. Jessica and team members Laralee Shelton and Melanie Stallsworth are fully licensed, trained, and committed to assisting you in making educated decisions to protect your future. Servicing both Missouri and Kansas, this team is dedicated to assist-

Jodi Nellesen Agency, Inc. Address: 104 S. Fifth St., Savannah, MO 64485

Address: 209 St. Joseph St., Wathena, KS 66090 ing customers with the many insurance and financial services that State Farm offers. State Farm offers a broad range of insurance products such as auto, home and renter’s, life, health, crop, and business insurance. State Farm also has financial services; call to hear about all the opportunities State Farm has to offer! The office is conveniently located in downtown Wathena, where you are always invited to stop by and have your household needs reviewed. When you need State Farm, we are there for you! State Farm’s Good Neighbor Service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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pendent Farmers Bank as the 31st nationally ranked bank for 2008. (Non-S Banks and Thrifts with assets under $100,000,000). In 2007, Independent Farmers Bank ranked 30th on the national bank rating list. Over the last 6 years we have fallen in the top 100 banks. Independent Farmers Bank will strive to support the charitable, cultural and economic needs of rural Northwest Missouri.

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Marigold Bakery and Cafe www.marigoldbakery.com Address: 715 Commercial St., Atchison, KS 66002 Phone: (913) 367-3858 Business hours: 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday; 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday; closed Sunday Year established: 1999 Number of employees: 8 Marigold B a k e r y & Cafe makes everything f r o m scratch. Come in and enjoy our popular Caramel Pecan Rolls, Carrot Cake a n d Kansas Coffee Cake or pick-up a loaf of our Honey-Wheat or Country-White Bread today.

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www.atchison-art.org Address: 704 N. Fourth St., Atchison, KS 66002 Business hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Year established: 1970 Number of employees: 8 The Muchnic house, one of the most elegant of the Victorian mansions in Atchison, Kan., was built in 1885 by lumber merchant George W. Howell. In 1922, the home was purchased by

H.E. Muchnic for $9,000. The 14-room Q u e e n Anne-style residence features such luxurious trappings as walnut, mahogany and oak parquet floors, cast-bronze hardware on every door and exquisite millwork throughout. Other details include themed fireplace tiles, fireboxes and bronze fireplace trim. In 1970, the second floor of the Muchnic family home was dedicated as an exhibition space for the Atchison Art Association. Today, the mansion is known as the Muchnic Gallery. The Muchnic Foundation, owner of the historic property, has allowed the home to be available to the community as an art gallery and for art-related functions under the management of the Atchison Art Association.

Northwest Missouri State University www.nwmissouri.edu Address: 800 University Drive, Maryville, MO 64468 Additional locations: Northwest St. Joseph Center, 706 Felix St., St. Joseph, Mo. (moving to the historic Green Acres building in May); Northwest Kansas City Center, 8 Victory Lane, Liberty, Mo. Phone: (660) 562-1212

Murf’s Auto Supply Address: 506 S. 10th St., Tarkio, MO 64491 Phone: (660) 736-4911 Business hours: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; 8 a.m. to noon Saturday Year established: 2010 Number of employees: 2 Bill and Mary Ann Hull purchased the Tarkio NAPA store in March of 2010. They named the store Murf’s Auto Supply and moved it to 506 S. 10th St. It is located in the front of the Quality Auto Repair building. Murf ’s Auto Supply stocks and sells NAPA Auto Parts, tools and equipment. The parts store makes hydraulic

hoses and sells Interstate Batteries. Items also carried in the store include: welding supplies, nuts and bolts, trailer ball hitches, wiring adapters and plugs, NAPA wiring products, car wash products, spray paints, lawn mower parts and belts and much more.

The Old Cookstove Address: 119 S.E. Rosa Road, Maysville, MO 64469 Business hours: 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. Phone: (816) 449-2285 Year established: 2007 Number of employees: 3

The Old Cookstove is a unique country store. Homemade breads, Year established: 1905 pies, rolls and cookies are made on search alongside growing businesses Number of employees: 710 site and are available fresh daily. in the Center for Innovation and EnNorthwest Missouri State Universi- trepreneurship and students staff Along with a large variety of baked ty students receive well-rounded edu- numerous University publications, goods, The Old Cookstove welcomes cations through small classes, hands- the campus TV station and two cam- special orders and wholesale orders. Javataza coffee is served at The on learning experiences, more than pus radio stations. In addition, about 150 student organizations and access 1,000 students build their resumes Old Cookstove. Javataza is grown to the latest technology through our through on campus jobs. laptop rental program. At Northwest, Students at Northwest are activelearning extends beyond the class- ly involved in campus leadership. room. Education majors gain real More than 70 percent of students acworld experience in the Horace Mann tively participate in student organiLaboratory School on campus, agri- zations, and more than 800 students culture majors get their hands dirty donate their time to volunteering on the University Farm, students re- and service learning every year.

in the sun-rich mountains of Costa Rica. The Old Cookstove offers a full line of coffee drinks. A large variety of deli meats and cheeses is another popular feature. “Our lunch menu consists of soups and deli sandwiches,” says owner Wanda Sommers. “In the morning, we offer waffles and breakfast burritos.”

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Address: 901 Woodsdale Road Elwood, KS 66024

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able are: Uniroyal, Kumho, Firestone, Kelly, Goodyear, Hankook, BF Year established: 1989 Goodrich, Bridgestone, Michelin, General, Nexen and more. Number of employees: 4 The owners of Quality Auto Repair are Bill and MaryAnn Hull, Quality Auto Repair has been they are active in the community serving Atchison County for 23 and help sponsor many events and years. It does all types of auto and projects in Atchison County. truck repair. Some of the services it offers are: brake repair, transmission flush, coolant flush, rebuilt certified transmissions, front end repair, alignments and air conditioning, replacing radiators and engines and more. It also sells and repairs tires. Tire brands that are availPhone: (660) 736-5561

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Business hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday Year established: 2011 Number of employees: 4 We would like to thank everyone for their continued support and referrals for Rock Ridge Steel as a supplier for their steel needs. We understand how important service is to you when you are in the field and in need of steel to fix a broken plow while faced with a deadline to finish planting or harvesting. We offer 24-hour, seven-day-aweek service to any business that runs two or three shifts. We are also proud to offer the services of our 10-gauge shear by 10-foot band saw and burn table.

St. Francis Hospital www.stfrancismaryville.com Address: 2016 S. Main, Maryville, MO 64468

Phone: (785) 989-4614 Fax (785) 989-4424 Business hours: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday

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Since 1978, we have been your hometown grocery store. We offer a high quality meat case with a butcher on staff everyday. We cut and process all of the meat daily giving you the best end product for less than the chain stores. Our produce section offers a main selection of seasonal varieties often from local growers. We also carry other grocery items, health and beauty, cleaning supplies and hardware for the do-it-yourselfers. Unlike the large chain stores we offer customer carry out and personal

St. Francis Hospital & Health Services was founded in 1894. Today, the organization is made up of 499 employees with 31 physicians on the active medical staff. Facilities that comprise the organization include: St. Francis Hospital; St. Francis Family Health Care with three locations; St. Francis Family Life Services; St. Francis Preschool & Child Care, St. Francis Grant City pre-paid accounts. We pride ourselves Clinic; West Nodaway Health Cenon customer service in a clean and ter; and St. Francis Hardin Medical welcoming store, with a local and Clinic. St. Francis has earned the Misfriendly face to help you in any way.

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souri Quality Award three times since 1996 and has been recognized by the EPA as an Energy Star labeled building on two occasions. Expanded access to health care professionals has been our focus during the past two years. With the success of expanded hours, the physician organization decided to initiate a walk-in clinic in 2011 with Monday through Friday hours. Additional clinic openings were also gained with the implementation of the hospitalist program in February 2012. St. Francis is currently undergoing the conversion from paper charts to electronic health records (EHR). The new EHR will be accessed from the physician offices as well as throughout the hospital with the goal of saving time and saving lives.

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Store of Colors www.storeofcolors.com Address: 103 S. Main St., Maryville, MO 64468 Additional locations: 2327 N. Belt Highway, St. Joseph, MO 64506 Phone: St. Joseph (816) 232-0302; Maryville (660) 582-3862

Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5:30 lasting and durable. Your comp.m. Monday through Thursday; plete decorating center, they of8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m. to 2 fer items from flooring to window p.m. Saturday treatments. They also have custom Store of Colors has been an esframing, brushes and rollers as tablished Benjamin Moore paint well as a good selection of sundealer for over 35 years. We offer dries. Stop in and visit Peter and quality products and knowledgeable services to both homeowners our high quality workmanship and Elizabeth for the best color selecand contractors. We take pride in provide products that are long- tion and products.

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The Barn Bed & Breakfast www.thebarnbb.com Address: 14910 Bluemound Road, Valley Falls, KS 66088 Phone: (785) 945-3225 or (800) 8697717 E-mail: thebarn@embarqman.com Just 48 miles southwest of St. Joe, The Barn Bed & Breakfast Inn is

celebrating its 25th anniversary of catering to family reunions, business conferences, church retreats, quilting bees, scrapbookers and individual couples that just want to get away for some peace and quiet. The Barn continues to offer its guests a delicious home-cooked supper each evening as well as a full country breakfast. The Barn is famous for its pancakes and pe-

are available, two with large screen TVs. Walking trails and a fishing pond are also on site for your pleasure. The Barn is on 35 acres with a beautiful panoramic view of the countryside. A large indoor pool and adjoining hot tub are all part of the way we pamper our guests. A massage therapist is on call to give you that little extra good feeling. can rolls as well as its homemade breads. If your group is staying two nights, we will be glad to fix lunch for you on-site. Three large living/meeting rooms

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United Electric Cooperative Inc.

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Address: 401 N. U.S. Highway 71, Savannah, MO 64485

Address: 502 W. Market St., Savannah, MO 64485

Additional locations: 30208 Highway 136, Maryville, MO 64468

Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday

our much anticipated Fiber-to-theHome (FTTH) broadband project. We will be installing approximatePhone: (816) 324-3155 ly 1,300 miles of fiber on our 4,000 miles of electric plant. Through “One of the main goals of United this advanced fiber network, United Electric Cooperative is to improve will offer high-speed data, voice and the quality of life for our members,” video services capable of delivering said General Manager Gene Dorrel. broadband speeds and capacity far “Not only does United Electric take superior to those available in many care of all your electrical needs, our of America’s largest cities. “Whether you are looking for subsidiary business, United Services, offers an array of critical ser- ways to make your home more envices including DirecTV, high-speed ergy efficient or surf the Internet at Internet, rural sewer systems and amazing speeds, United Electric is providing these world-class services propane.” In addition to supplying reliable locally from a company you know electric service, United Electric can and trust,” said Dorrel. “Our goal is also perform energy audits for your to make the quality of life in Northhome, help with evaluating heating west Missouri second to none. For more information on all the and cooling systems and assist in making better and more efficient services that United has to offer, please stop by one of the offices, call use of electricity. In 2012, United is also introducing or visit our website, www.ueci.coop.

Wild Horse Saloon / Mule Barn Cafe Address: 401 Main St., Tarkio, MO 64491 Phone: (660) 736-5258 Business hours: 11 a.m. to midnight Monday through Wednesday; 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. Thursday through Saturday Year established: Relocated in 2010 Number of employees: 12

The Wild Horse Saloon / Mule Barn Cafe is a unique bar and restaurant. The owners have recently renovated a 100-year-old building in historic downtown Tarkio, Mo. The owners have kept the one-of-a-kind charm of the old building, making it unlike any competitors for miles around. The bar has a fireplace and upstairs balcony that holds pool tables and a wrap around sitting bar, five 50-inch plasma TV’s and one 106-inch projection for all major sporting events. The non-smoking cafe is completely separated from the bar and has a nice family atmosphere, loaded with historic pictures of Tarkio and David Rankins history. Stop by and see us.

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Phone: (816) 324-3622 E-mail: wareshomecenter@bbwi.net Year established: 2008 Number of employees: 5

Rodney and Suzanne Ware purchased Bowe Hardware in January 2008. Rodney managed the store for five years and had previously owned Kabinet Krafters. Ware’s Home Center offers a small-town atmosphere with a large product offering. “Our affiliation with the Do It Best buying network, which is made up of 4,100 hardware stores, home cen-

ters and lumber yards worldwide, means we can provide you with incredible selection and great values,” Ware says. “We have thousands of items in our store and access to over 65,000 products from our warehouse to help you maintain your home.” Ware’s Home Center offers equipment rental, close to 4,000 flooring samples, paint matching, cabinetry by Koch, electrical, plumbing, tools, Stihl power equipment and service. They strive to earn your business offering the service and selection that can only be provided by your hometown home center.

Yesterdays Memories Address : Starlite Country Plaza on U.S. Highway 36 East, Stewartsville, MO 64490 Phone: (816) 669-1347 Business hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday Email: broadwaypv@yahoo.com Year established: 2010 After being known as Broadway for 20 years in Jamesport, Mo., we

have moved our business back to our home of 50 years, Stewartsville, Mo. We still have the same vendors and feature antiques, collectibles, primitive furniture, Watkins quality products, costume jewelry, signed sports memorabilia, vintage tools, Victorian Hearts bedding, Bella Taylor purses, antique quilts, vintage linens, handcrafted items and much more. Come visit us and have lunch in Stewartsville.

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