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February 24, 2016

A hunt for beeping eggs St. Charles County Easter egg hunt for special needs children includes beeping eggs for the visually impaired

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By Brett Auten The St. Charles County Parks and Recreation Department along with the St. Charles County Police Department invite the community to attend a family fun egg hunt on March 19 at the Youth Activity Park, located at 7801 Highway N, in Dardenne Prairie. In addition to the annual hunt, which is for children up to age 12, this year brings the welcome addition of an egg hunt for children with special needs. The Visually Impaired Hunt will showcase a neat invention, beeping eggs. Corporal Steve Case, who is also the Department’s Bomb Squad commander, said the eggs are a simple, yet effective invention. “It is basically a large, plastic egg, the kind you would find with Pop Rocks and Easter stickers in them,” Case said. “We take everything out of them, put in a switch that is wired to a nine-volt battery and a speaker. We put a few holes in the egg and the kids follow the beep until they find it and turn it off. Then they exchange the beeping egg for one that is filled with goodies.” The beeping eggs are not just used for hunts in the spring time. “They are used throughout the year,” Case said. “Therapists and teachers will implement them in the classroom, asking where the sound came from, whether it was up high or down low. They are good for multi-tasking.” At the end of the event each participant in this hunt can take home one beeping egg and of course there will be prizes, all participants are invited to participate in the outside hunt as well as enjoy a variety of egg-themed games inside the park complex. Located directly behind Town Square 12, the Youth Activity Park will be segmented into three sections to accommodate children with special needs for the purpose of not over-stimulating them.

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New Superintendent in FHSD Photo by Ray Rockwell St. Charles County Police Department Corporal Steve Case, who is also the department’s Bomb Squad commander, helped develop the beeping eggs for the St. Charles County Egg Hunt for Special Needs Children.

There will even be a “quiet area” available for families to retreat to at their pleasure. It is open to children on both sides of the river and there is no cost to attend the Egg Hunt for Special Needs Children; however, space is limited. Parents are asked to accompany their children. Siblings and caretakers are also invited to assist the egg hunters. The hunts times are staggered: 1 p.m. for the Sensory Impaired Hunt, 1:30 p.m. for the Mobility Impaired Hunt and 2 p.m. for the Visually Impaired Hunt. There is a $5 fee per participant to participate in the Annual Easter Egg Hunt (Quiet Room not available with this hunt). The hunt times are: 10 a.m. for ages three-and-under, 10:30 a.m. for ages four-to-six and 11 a.m. for ages seven-to-12. “We are all pretty excited,” Case said. “It’s cool. We have never been involved in the hunt before.” Other event features include a visit from the Easter Bunny, Ronald McDonald and SCCPD’s robotic K9, Officer KC (a kid friendly robotic police officer), complementary drinks from the McDonald’s Drink Runner, a photo booth,

egg-themed games, and a special Care Trak demonstration. In 1986 Care Trak created telemetry tracking of high-risk people with Alzheimer disease and special needs kids primarily with Autism. Hundreds of sheriffs, police, fire departments, search and rescue teams and more use Care Trak to quickly locate at risk individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and special needs kids primarily with Autism and Down syndrome. Thousands of lost individuals were rescued by trained emergency responders in an average of less than 30 minutes. Everyone reported missing who was wearing a Care Trak wrist transmitter was located. “This has been an idea we’ve discussed before, and now with the support of Renewal by Andersen and our community partners, we have the needed resources to present the inaugural Egg Hunt for Special Needs Children to the community,” Val Joyner, Public Affairs Officer St. Charles County Police Department said. “Also, we see an increasing need to educate parents, loved ones and care See EGG on page 2

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takers on the availability of the beeping eggs and the Care Trak program. Recent news reports, locally and nationally, have shown that children and adults with special needs, such as autism and Alzheimer’s are wandering away. We want parents to feel at ease, and most importantly, we want children to have a happy and safe childhood in which they enjoy all that the community - especially the St. Charles County community - has to offer.” Parents can register their children at www.stccparks.org,

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or call 636-949-7535 for more information. This event is made possible due to the support of their legacy sponsor, Renewal by Andersen, and community partners: ABI-McDonald’s, Batteries Plus Bulbs, and Cornerstone United Methodist.

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to make a positive change in their health in a fun and rewarding way. The physical rewards of training for a triathlon are as follows: Swimming works the entire body and it benefits in cardio conditioning, improved muscle, posture and flexibility. Cycling is great for the heart and will help keep unwanted weight off and improve the strength in your core and legs. Running is an activity that can virtually be done anywhere and improves cardio endurance and triggers fat loss to promote a lean body mass. No matter the background or experience, training for a triathlon will not only help a teenager physically, but it will also help them learn new skills, make new friends and encourage a healthy lifestyle that will stay with them for long term. For more information, contact HSTriClub today at HSTriClub. com or email at HSTriClub@aol. com The kick-off/informational meeting is March 13 at 12:30 p.m. at the O’Fallon YMCA.

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Wentzville adds new technology to its job application process The city of Wentzville has launched a new software system to improve the hiring process for job seekers and personnel managers. Job seekers are able to quickly apply online to numerous positions currently posted at www.wentzvillemo. org. Interested candidates can apply for current vacancies or sign up for notifications as new openings become available. The city of Wentzville has partnered with NEOGOV, the nation’s largest cloud software for HR in government and education. Using this technology, HR along with the city’s department managers can access online records to expedite hiring and provide greater accountability when selecting new employees. HR Director Amy Mixen said, “This new software is a welcome tool for applicants, hiring managers and HR staff. HR staff will be able to share applications with internal departments more quickly, and applicants can apply online from any mobile device. Additionally, multiple paper forms and internal approvals will now

be processed electronically.” This new software streamlines the job search and application process for job seekers. Instead of applying individually for multiple job openings, candidates can now create a single application, which can be used to apply for multiple positions – all electronically. The new system also allows hiring managers to more effectively create minimum qualifications to sort through a pool of applicants. With the new system, administrative work and technical maintenance costs are reduced, as this workload is handled by the NEOGOV system. NEOGOV’s CEO, Damir Davidovic said, “We look forward to saving more time and money for personnel managers and making job searches easier for everyone. NEOGOV solutions will facilitate another strong and effective workforce.” The city of Wentzville now joins more than 1,000 organizations across the nation moving into cutting-edge online technology for human resources management.

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Girl Scouts making a difference, earning ‘Gold’ Combining dedication, creativity and a commitment to service, three area Girl Scouts improved their communities to earn Girl Scout Gold Awards. Carly Freihofer, a graduate of Fort Zumwalt West High School and a student at Lindenwood University, wanted to address the heroin epidemic in St. Charles after a family friend overdosed on the drug and died. To earn her Gold Award, she made a video about the issue, including interviews with law enforcement officers, recovering addicts and drug counselors. She distributed the video to area schools so it could be used as an educational tool in health classes. “In addition to developing leadership, communication and collaborative skills, I learned a lot about drug abuse in our community,” Freihofer said. “It was a long road and I experienced many setbacks along the way, but earning the Gold Award was so worth it in the end.” Danielle Farley, who graduated from Fort Zumwalt South High School and now attends Milliken University, worked with Crisis Nursery in Wentzville, an agency committed to the prevention of child abuse and neglect, to earn her Gold Award. She built a bookshelf and collected donated books for the organization’s clients to borrow and enjoy. She also created a pamphlet to help others recognize and address domestic violence. Timberland High School graduate Michelle Fritsche worked with the Wentzville Parks Department to create a flower garden designed to increase recycling in her community. In addition to making stepping stones out of plastic bags and signs with recycling facts and statistics, she also planted flowers and a tree for visitors of the garden to enjoy. Freihofer, Farley and Fritsche are three of 33 Girl Scouts in eastern Missouri who received a

Submitted photo Danielle Farley, who graduated from Fort Zumwalt South High School and now attends Milliken University, worked with Crisis Nursery in Wentzville, an agency committed to the prevention of child abuse and neglect, to earn her Gold Award.

Girl Scout Gold Award in 2015. The Gold Award is the highest national award a Girl Scout Senior or Ambassador, girls in grade 9-12, can earn. Recipients must complete a challenging, large-scale project that is innovative, engages others and has a lasting impact on its targeted community with an emphasis on sustainability.

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“They said to me, ‘You don’t look like you have heart disease,’” Sherry Ohrel told the group of women gathered in Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital’s cardiology waiting room. “So I asked them, ‘Well, how am I supposed to look?’” Ohrel got laughs and approving nods from her “Heart Sisters” in attendance at the WomenHeart support group meeting. WomenHeart, a national organization founded in 1999, is devoted to advancing women’s heart health through advocacy, community education and patient support. In 2009, two cardiac rehab nurses, Laurie Schlueter and Diane Young, heard about WomenHeart and asked Kathy Williams and Shelly Rosenmiller, two of their former patients, to get involved and lead a WomenHeart support group in St. Charles County. Williams, diagnosed with cardiomyopathy in 2007, and Rosenmiller, diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy in 1996, run lively support meetings. They make sure to provide encouragement to those who may have received distressing news from their doctor and to celebrate victories with those who have made positive progress against the disease that has touched all of their lives. “The meetings give women an opportunity to share their heart journey and connect with other women going through some of the same things,” Williams said. “We strive to help women with lifestyle changes, regaining a balance in their lives and taking charge of their heart health.” The WomenHeart members are easily identified by their red scarves. The Barnes-Jewish St. Peters and Progress West Auxiliary has been

Submitted photo Sherry Ohrel (middle) speaks to Susan Kranz (left), Jo Kumpula (right) and her “Heart Sisters” at a WomenHeart support group meeting at Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital.

knitting and crocheting red heart scarves since 2010. In addition to Williams and Rosenmiller giving them to women attending the support group meetings, cardiac rehab nurses also give the scarves to women heart patients in the hospital. “These scarves symbolize the lifelines of caring and support that exists among us,” Williams said. “Each red scarf is meant to offer comfort, support and encouragement for a woman with heart disease and become a part of her healing journey.” WomenHeart of St. Charles County support group meetings are held in the BJSPH cardiology department on the second Thursday of each month. The meet and greet starts at 6 p.m. and the meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. For more information call 636-916-9398 or visit the website at www.womenheart.org.

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St. Charles County Parks Department seeks volunteer award nominations through March 18 Attention adults and youth, individuals and groups: the St. Charles County Parks and Recreation Department is seeking nominations for its Outstanding Volunteer Awards through March 18. Citizens are encouraged to nominate qualified volunteers by submitting a St. Charles County Parks Outstanding Volunteer Nomination Form to the department before the March deadline. The Outstanding Volunteer Awards will be presented to the winners at the Parks Department’s annual Volunteer Appreciation Night held during National Volunteer Appreciation Week, April 10 – 16. “The St. Charles County Parks Outstanding Volunteer Awards have been established to honor and recognize park volunteers who have made a substantial impact to our regional parks system and the community,” said St. Charles County Parks Director Bettie Yahn-Kramer. To qualify, the nominees must have assisted with volunteer projects through natural resources and the environment; trail maintenance; forestry and horticulture; or education and historical presentation. The group and individual nominees must be currently active or must have engaged in St. Charles County Parks volunteer activities for a minimum of one year and have not been a winner of this award in the past two years. Nominees should also exemplify outstanding enthusiasm, time, talent and effort to diligently preserve and conserve the natural and historic resources of St. Charles County for the recreational benefit and enjoyment of our citizens. Awards will be given in the following categories: • Individual – an individual who volunteers • Family – a family that volunteers together on the same project

Group/Organization – a group or organization of two or more citizens that volunteer together on the same project(s) under a group or organization name • Youth – a citizen (age 17 or younger) who volunteers • Senior – a citizen (age 55 or older) who volunteers • Corporate/Business – a corporation or business that has made a substantial impact in the community by effectively engaging in a volunteer park project their employees complete • Faith-Based – a faith-based organization that has made a substantial impact in the community by effectively engaging in a volunteer park project their members complete • Lifetime Achievement – an individual volunteer who has exhibited a lifelong commitment to volunteerism and preserving nature and history in St. Charles County Parks. Nominees must have made a substantial and long-term sustainable impact on our parks system as a result of their volunteer efforts Award selections are based on the nominee’s volunteer efforts and commitment of time, accomplishments and park and community impact. The winner of an award will receive a plaque for their efforts and be recognized during National Volunteer Appreciation Week during a special park volunteer reception sponsored by Renewal by Andersen on Thursday, April 14. Nominators will also receive receipt of acknowledgment for their nominations.

People from all walks of life and groups such as Neighborhood Watch and neighborhood association members, faith-based groups, businesses and employees and those interested in law enforcement or who have medical training are encouraged to enroll in the O’Fallon Police Department’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) to learn disaster preparedness skills. You do not have to be an O’Fallon resident to take the free, 20-hour training, which will be taught on March 4, 5 and 6. It will cover these topics and more: • Assembling a disaster preparedness kit and learning when and how to shut off utilities at home. • Hands-on basic head-to-toe medical assessment, diagnosing and treating airway obstruction, bleeding and shock with simple triage and rapid treatment techniques, basic first aid for injuries, burns, etc. • Working as a team to safely conduct triage, light search and rescue, sizing up and extinguishing small fires, maintaining rescuer safety. • Communicating effectively with public safety organizations during a disaster.

“CERT training is extremely valuable because it helps people deal with home emergencies as well as large-scale disasters,” said Police Officer Patrick Helton, who is leading the training. “That’s why groups of all kinds and neighbors should take this training, because people will understand how to work together safely to help those who need it, if we have a tornado or an earthquake or other catastrophic event. If a major disaster should strike, first responders are likely to be overwhelmed by the number of people who need help. CERT training can help people take care of themselves until professional help arrives.” The next CERT course will be held from 6-10 p.m. on March 4, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. on March 5, and 8 a.m.-4 p.m. on March 6, in the Public Works Building at 1089 Public Service Drive in O’Fallon. Graduates will be invited to learn more and practice their skills at free monthly training and exercises. For FAQS, course details, videos of CERT teams in training and applications for the March 2016 session, visit www.ofallon.mo.us/ PD/cert. For additional questions contact Officer Helton at mailto:phelton@ofallon.mo.us or 636-379-3816.

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Wentzville School District announces pending land purchase for new school The Wentzville School District has announced the proposed purchase of 20.5 acres on West Meyer Road in Wentzville, where the district plans to construct a new elementary school. The land sits near the entrance of the Stonemoor development at Golden Gate Parkway. In September, the Board of Education voted to move ahead with a plan to add sixth grade

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to all elementary buildings beginning with the 2017-2018 school year. In order to facilitate that change, which will alleviate crowding at the district’s three middle schools, the WSD needs to build an 11th elementary school simultaneously with the 10th elementary planned on Highway Z. Initially, the plan was to utilize land the district already owns on Duenke road, but that proved to be cost-prohibitive due to a lack of access to public utilities. “We decided, with the support of the Board of Education, to examine a land purchase for the new elementary site.” said Superintendent Dr. Curtis Cain. “We are pleased with the location and the cost, which will both serve our district’s needs well.” The WSD continues to be the fastest growing district in the state, adding on average between 500 and 600 new students each year since 2001. “The K-6 option would not have been possible without a number of things coming together,” said Superintendent Dr. Curtis Cain. “The passing of Proposition E, along with higher assessments and having healthy reserves put us in a position where we could increase what we are paying towards our existing debt, thus allowing us to consider this option without having to go back to the voters for an additional tax increase.” The Wentzville School District currently has over $49 million in operating fund reserves

which is over 34 pecent of the district’s annual operating budget. “We have the funds available to start a new school and the means to borrow additional funds if necessary to complete the project,” shared CFO Pam Frazier. “Our fiscal responsibility across the District over the years helped to place us in this position where we have options we otherwise may not have had.” In April 2015, voters in the WSD passed a 25-cent tax increase to fund phase II of Liberty High School, additions at four schools, classroom updates at Wentzville Middle, security upgrades and a new elementary school. The District has purchased 31 acres of land on Highway Z at Perry Cate Boulevard in Wentzville for that elementary school. “By building the two elementary buildings at the same time, it allows us to re-district all at once and move our sixth graders into all the elementary buildings, freeing up space we need at the middle schools which are already at or near capacity,” said School Board President Dale Schaper. “This should buy us time – maybe three to five years depending on growth – before we would need to return to the voters for funds to build another school.” By that time, the Board of Education anticipates the District will be in a position to go to the polls with a no-tax-increase bond issue. The pending purchase of the

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land is contingent on zoning and development approval through the city of Wentzville and access approval by the Missouri Department of Transportation. The district hopes to close on the land purchase by the end of March and begin construction this summer. This will be the eleventh elementary school in the Wentzville School District, and the eleventh school built in the WSD since 2000. The district is in the process of forming a Boundary

Committee made up of parents, staff representatives, and community members to help determine the attendance area for the new elementary schools, as well as the redistricting of the remaining elementary buildings to allow room for sixth graders and future growth. Information about the committee timeline and the K-6 Plan for Growth can be found on the WSD website, www.wentzville.k12.mo.us.

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Reservations for two My house came with an overly fancy kitchen. Sure, a couple of things are useful: a refrigerator for storing my leftovers from restaurants and a handy microwave for heating up those leftovers. But it also came with a not-so-useful item — a big boxy-looking thing with grates and burner heads on top. If I turn a knob on the front of it, little flames shoot up from the surface of this thing. I have no idea what it’s for. I suppose someone thought we might need mini bonfires in case we want to roast marshmallows and make indoor s’mores. How clever. We do like camping and are very much s’mores kind of people. For me, the kitchen is a complex mystery and I try to escape its shackles as often as possible. It is a place I usually burn things. Lately, it’s been lots of marshmallows. I make every excuse to escape the kitchen and the drudgery of trying to come up with meals. So I insist on a Friday date-night dinner out. But then all too quickly, Saturday comes on its heels and, well, it’s pretty much Friday all over again, only the day after. A take-out meal will do. Of course, Sunday follows, but is a day of rest; it’s covered by doggy bag leftovers from Friday and Saturday—enter microwave. Monday is a depressing start to the week. No one likes Mondays or has the energy to cook on such a sad, blue occasion. It is definitely an eatout day. Then there’s Tuesday, which has been confirmed as the slowest business day of the week. I feel it is my patriotic duty to invest in the welfare of my country and must dine out to

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Crossword Puzzle Theme: The Oscars ACROSS 1. Closet wood 6. Universal time 9. Baby’s first word? 13. Courtyards 14. Galley equipment 15. Two-____ like Janus 16. To eat greedily 17. “Much ____ About Nothing” 18. Give a speech 19. *Tarantino’s “The ____ Eight” 21. *Matt Damon’s nominated role 23. Party bowlful 24. Larger-than-life 25. *Competitor to The Oscars’ 2016 broadcaster 28. Mt. Everest to Earth 30. Like meters and kilograms 35. Foot curve 37. World’s Fair, e.g. 39. Get wool from sheep 40. Hard to find 41. Rekindled 43. “The Road Runner” corporation 44. Not hidden 46. Black Friday event 47. London subway 48. Moves down 50. Theories 52. Relieve from 53. *Oscar-winner De Niro in “Once ____ a Time in America” 55. Club on a card, e.g. 57. Barely adequate 61. *Seven-time nominee Kate 65. Like a lemon, tastewise 66. *____ Cube outta Compton 68. Glittery stone 69. Place to throw shrimp on the barbie 70. *____ Heflin, Supporting Actor winner in 1942 71. With clear mind 72. Moore in “Arthur” and Belushi in “Animal House” 73. Paris in Tour de France, e.g. 74. *What the winner for Film Editing does DOWN 1. *Witherspoon won for starring in his biopic 2. Europe’s highest volcano 3. “Doggone it!” 4. *ABC did it to 2015’s Academy Awards show 5. Basket-making fiber 6. Orr’s score

7. *Like Max 8. Walk heavy-footed 9. Marketplace 10. Palm tree berry 11. Of higher order 12. Port in Yemen 15. Military units 20. Ritalin, e.g. 22. Deadeye’s forte 24. Make comprehensible 25. *Cate Blanchett’s 2015 role 26. Audience’s approval 27. Nut holder 29. *The two leads in 1979’s “Kramer vs. Kramer” 31. Not this 32. Happen again 33. More than one iamb 34. *It stars Stallone 36. This location Look for our article in next week’s paper!

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38. Great masters’ medium, pl. 42. Allegro and lento, in music 45. *Blacklisted screenwriter 49. Baden-Baden, e.g. 51. *Firth, nominated for 2009’s “A ____ Man” 54. EVOO source 56. Imposter 57. Rand McNally products 58. UN civil aviation agency, acr. 59. As opposed to gross 60. *2001 Oscar-nominated movie starring #61 Across 61. Direct one’s way 62. Sites 63. Leave on the cutting room floor 64. Kennedy and Turner 67. Campbell’s container

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School

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Francis Howell Board of Education approves new superintendent After an extensive national search, meetings with staff and input from patrons, the Francis Howell School District (FHSD) Board of Education voted unanimously to hire Dr. Mary Hendricks-Harris as the next superintendent of schools beginning July 1. The Board approved Dr. Hendricks-Harris’s threeyear contract at a special board meeting on Feb. 4. “The board is looking forward to having Dr. Hendricks-Harris at the helm and will work with her to ensure we continue to provide an excellent education for the children of our community at an exceptional value to our taxpayers,” said Board of Education President Mark Lafata. As superintendent, Dr. Hendricks-Harris plans to focus on student learning and the finances to support learning. “As we look to the future, I am confident we will come together as a community and secure the resources students need to get the best possible education and that our teachers need to do their work,” said Dr. Hendricks-Harris. “I am looking forward to serving as superintendent of the Francis Howell School District and continuing the tradition of excellence

that our community expects.” Dr. Hendricks-Harris has served FHSD as Chief Academic Officer since 2010 where she has led school improvement and the academic support systems. She began her career with the district in 2006 as the Director of Adult Learning and Program Evaluation where she has planned, implemented, and evaluated district-wide professional development. Prior to joining FHSD, she served as an Area Coordinator followed by the Director of Special Education with the Special School District of St. Louis County. She was also a special education teacher with the Special School District, as well as the Fox School District. Dr. Hendricks-Harris is also an adjunct instructor with Lindenwood University. Dr. Hendricks-Harris earned a doctorate of education degree and educational specialist degree from Lindenwood University. She also holds a master’s degree in Education from University of Missouri – St. Louis and a Photo courtesy Francis Howell School District Dr. Mary Hendricks-Harris has been hired as the next superintendent of Francis Howell bachelor’s degree in Education School District beginning July 1. from St. Louis University. The Francis Howell Board of Education’s selection of Dr. of Jan. 8. The Board of Education reviewed the appliHendricks-Harris resulted from a three cations and selected three candidates for interviews. month national search that was coordinatDr. Hendricks-Harris succeeds Dr. Pam Sloan, who ed by McPherson Jacobson. The consult- retires June 30, after serving Francis Howell children ing firm received more than 20 completed and community as superintendent for the past six applications by the position’s closing date years and the school district for 23 years.

Fort Zumwalt earns yearbook honors Fort Zumwalt School District’s high school yearbook staffs are making their mark, being named for the second consecutive year as National Sample Books for Balfour. “Balfour prints about 7,000 different yearbooks each year,” West High sponsor Loran Marquez says. “About 700 are submitted and from there, 125 are selected to be distributed throughout the country as sample books. This is the second year all four Zumwalt yearbooks have been selected.” In addition to this honor, the West High staff also earned a First Class honor rating from the National Scholastic Press Association for the 2015 Predator. The West High newspaper, The Solitaire, was given a First Class with One Mark of Distinction for leadership and content by the National Scholastic Press Association for 2014-2015.

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Zumwalt student athletes sign letters of intent 25 Fort Zumwalt School District athletes signed letters of intent to continue their education, and their athletic careers, at the college level.

Caroline Canoy signs to play soccer at Southern Indiana.

Dan Morris signs with the Air Force Academy to play football.

Emily Ratchford signs to play soccer at Millikin University.

Alex Shaw signs to play volleyball at Lindenwood-Belleville.

Payton Williams signs to play soccer at Lindenwood University.

Janelle Benson signs to play volleyball at MacMurray College.

Kai Collier signs to play football with Lindenwood University.

C.J. Gomez signs to play softball at Missouri Baptist University.

Lexie Hacker signs to play soccer at Southeast Missouri State.

Bowler Christopher Peter signs at Culver-Stockton College.

Kailey Anderson signs to play soccer at McKendree University.

Brooke Barrett signs to play golf at William Woods University.

Erika Cross signs to play soccer at Maryville University.

Mike Kiely signs to play baseball at Missouri S&T.

Dominic Parisi signs to play football at MidAmerica Nazarene University.

Ethan Staskewicz signs to play football at Lindenwood University.

Moore On Life Kelly Wilson signsto play volleyball at Missouri Baptist University.

Danny Wright signs to play baseball at Southeast Missouri State.

North High winter signees (From left): Lilly Humphreys signs to play tennis

at LSU - Shreveport, Harmony Trax signs to play tennis at LSU - Shreveport, Danielle Bray signs to play soccer at William Woods, Marcus Jones signs to play football at Missouri Valley, Tay Robinson signs to play football at Washburn, Blake Wilson signs to play football at Fort Hayes State, Jonathan Banowetz signs to play football at Missouri S&T. Kate Bixby signs to play soccer at McKendree University.

Danielle Bray signs to play soccer at William Woods University.

Not pictured: Cameron Henderson of Fort Zumwalt South signs to play football at Missouri Western.

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Ambush player named to Major Arena Soccer League Team of the Week The St. Louis Ambush, who play their home games at the Family Arena, had forward Freddy Moojen named to the MAS League’s ‘Team of the Week’ for Week 17 of this season. The Ambush played one game during that week, a 10-7 win over the Cedar Rapids Rampage on Feb. 13 in Cedar Rapids. Moojen helped both offensively and defensively, scoring four goals and blocking two shots. After missing the first part of the season with a calf injury, Moojen has registered seven goals and two assists in eight games played. He added the title of assistant coach to his resume when he was appointed to that position last December. *Great boost to team

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Lindenwood swim team take home hardware The RMAC Swimming and Diving Championships came to a close Saturday night in Grand Junction, Colorado. The Lindenwood men ended the event with a third place finish and the women second place. After the meet concluded, the RMAC handed out its annual individual awards. Alecia McGillivray was honored with not only the women’s swimmer of the meet, but earned conference Swimmer of the Year. Cristian Vasquez earned the RMAC Men’s Freshman of the Year, while Coach Jason Owen was named co-recipient of the RMAC Men’s Coach of the Year. *Drew Morris / Graduate Assistant for Sports Information

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83 days until Rascals baseball The River City Rascals play in the Frontier League with their home games at TR Hughes Stadium. Check out opening day activities for the Rascals because someone will walk away with more than $1,000 as a prize. One of the beautiful Clydesdales from Budweiser will be featured “in person” or “in horsy.” Only a few days left (until Feb. 29) to turn in Rams t-shirts and jerseys in exchange for a River City Rascals t-shirt and two tickets to a 2016 Rascals home game. Go to RiverCityRascals.com for more details. *Here before you know it Family Arena hosts first indoor football game for 2016 The River City Raiders, the professional team that plays in the American Indoor Football league, will be on the turf with home games at the Family Arena. This Saturday, Feb. 27, the team will host the Northern Kentucky Nightmare at 7:05 p.m. You can go to IndoorRaiders.com for more possible free tickets. You can listen to the game on 590 AM or www.590TheFan.com *Fast, hard hitting action Be a part of the run on St. Patrick’s Day in Cottleville March 12 should be on your calendar to either be a part of the run and/or the parade in downtown Cottleville. You can find out more about the eighth annual St. Patrick Parade/Run by going to www.StPatParade.org. The floats are close to being sold out and the run participants are increasing daily! *Watch the video of last year’s parade at the website with me, Gary B as your host MMA coming to Family Arena giving away free tickets Officials from Fight Hard Mixed Martial Arts have announced that St. Louis’ most popular MMA promotion will return to action on March 26 at the Family Arena in St. Charles. As always Fight Hard MMA will be offering thousands of free tickets to fans through several area marketing and retail partners as well as its website and Facebook page. Go to www.FightHardMMA.com for all the details. *It will be packed

I will be broadcasting the “STL Health and Wellness LIVE” show every Saturday from 9-11 am on 590 The Fan and 590TheFan.com.

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Gary Baute, a St. Louis native, may be educated in business but he lives and breathes sports. As a fan or an athlete, Gary is all sports all the time. He hosted a radio sports program on KFNS, emceed the River City Rascals’ inaugural season, and co-hosted SportsRadioSTL.com, among many other activities.

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A leafy superfood worth learning about

For people who manage their health through nutrition or use food as a medicinal replacement, few products offer the power of “superfoods.” Kale is one leafy green commonly recognized as a superfood, but watercress is a tastier superfood option worth considering. Watercress has more flavor, is more versatile and is healthier than its leafy cousins. It’s also easier to digest with a more pleasing texture. In fact, according to an independent research study published last spring by

the Centers for Disease Control, it is the most nutrientdense food available today. For a high concentration of phytonutrients, antioxidants and vitamins, look to options such as those available through hydroponic greenhouse grower Hollandia Produce, which raises two cress varieties: Live Gourmet Living Upland Cress and Grower Pete’s Living Organic Watercress. Both varieties also deliver up to twice the vitamin C of an orange; more calcium than

“Cressto” Pesto Sauce

Ingredients: 3 cups watercress, root ball and bottom 1/3 stems removed, rinsed and patted dry 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 cup grape seed oil 1 teaspoon lemon zest

1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt Directions: In blender or food processor, combine cress and garlic and pulse until coarsely

chopped. Add remaining ingredients and process until blended. Drizzle over pasta, risotto, fish, meat or eggs, or use as a spread.

milk; and high levels of magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, iron, beta-carotene and vitamins A, B1, B6, K and E. Watercress also has multiple uses as a medicinal herb. Some of these more popular applications include preventing eczema, as well as supporting digestive, urinary tract, eye and respiratory health. Visit hollandiaproduce.com to find more recipes and learn more about this flavorful superfood.

Silky Egg Cress Salad

Ingredients: 1 package watercress, root ball and stems removed, leaves rinsed and patted dry 2 medium eggs 3 purple potato chips (purple potatoes sliced thin, seasoned and sauteed until crisp) 3 slices fresh avocado 3 slices ripe pear 3 slices persimmon 2 pieces toasted brioche bread 2 tablespoons Orange Vinaigrette

Orange Vinaigrette 2 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate 2 tablespoons grape seed oil 2 teaspoons rice wine vinegar 1 teaspoon honey pinch cracked black pepper Directions: In small bowl, whisk together vinaigrette ingredients and set aside.

all ingredients, except eggs, on serving plate and set aside. Soft boil eggs 5 minutes in 1 quart of water. Remove from heat and cool 30 seconds under cold running water. Gently remove shells. While still warm, slice eggs in half and place atop the plated salad. Lightly drizzle with Orange Vinaigrette.

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Bring big flavor to easy weeknight dining There’s no time like the present to begin incorporating healthier meals into your menus – but that doesn’t mean you have to broadcast it to your family. Deliver big taste with fewer calories and less sodium than you might expect with this Garlic Cream Elbows with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Basil recipe. Pantry-friendly ingredients get the creamy Parmesanenhanced pasta on your table in just 30 minutes.

Made with premium durum wheat semolina and added inulin, a prebiotic fiber from chicory root, Dreamfields pasta gives this recipe a nutritional boost providing 5 grams of fiber and 7 grams of protein per one-cup, cooked serving. Inulin helps promote healthy digestion and can help you feel full longer, which helps you keep up with your busy and healthy lifestyle without sacrificing taste or texture.

Garlic Cream Elbows with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Basil Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 20 minutes | Servings: 4 Recipe courtesy of Mother Thyme

Ingredients: 8 ounces (about 2 cups) elbow pasta 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1/4 cup diced red onion 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 cup 2% milk 1/2 cup (2 ounces) grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth salt pepper 1/3 cup julienne cut sun-dried tomatoes, not packed in oil, divided 1/3 cup chopped fresh basil, divided Directions: Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in large, deep skillet, heat butter over medium heat until melted. Add onion; cook 5 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Add garlic to skillet; cook 1 minute or

until fragrant, stirring frequently. Stir in flour; cook and stir 1 minute or until flour is dissolved and mixture is smooth and paste-like. Gradually whisk in milk, about 2 tablespoons at a time, until sauce thickens. Stir in Parmesan cheese until well combined. Stir in chicken broth. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper, as desired. Remove from heat. Add pasta to skillet; toss to combine. Stir in 1/4 cup of the tomatoes and 1/4 cup of the basil. Season with salt and pepper, as desired. Top with remaining tomatoes and basil; serve immediately. Nutritional information (1/4 of recipe): 340 calories; 16 g protein; 52 g carbohydrates; 9 g total fat; 5 g saturated fat; 25 mg cholesterol; 280 mg sodium; 6 g total dietary fiber.

Pair it with a tasty side salad or grilled chicken breast for an extra boost of protein. It’s a mouthwatering meal that’s sure to become a staple at the dinner table all year round. Look for Dreamfields’ black box in the pasta aisle of supermarkets nationwide. For more information and pasta salad recipes, visit dreamfieldsfoods.com.

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Feb. 26: Art exhibition

St. Charles Community College will display artworks by select graduate students from Fontbonne University, Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville and Washington University. Participating artists include Nicole Benner, Jonathan Berger, Ken Clay, David Dolak, Carrie Gillen, Kahlil Irving, Joshua Osburg, Yvonne Osei and Kelsie Ward. The MFA Invitational exhibition runs through Feb. 26. The exhibition is free and open to the public. The gallery hours are 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. MondayThursday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday. The gallery is located in the Donald D. Shook Fine Arts Building. Parking for patrons is free in the campus Blue and Yellow lots.

Feb. 26: Trivia night

The St. Charles Community College Employee Sponsored Program will host its annual Trivia Night to raise funds for SCC scholarships, campus enhancements and employee support initiatives. Doors open at 6 p.m., and trivia starts at 7 p.m. The event will be held in the Daniel J. Conoyer Social Sciences Building auditorium on the St. Charles Community College campus in Cottleville. Tickets cost $25 per person or $200 per table of eight. Beer, wine, soda and water are included and teams are welcome to bring snacks. For more information and to register, visit stchas.edu/trivia. For accommodations information, email accessibilityservice@stchas.edu.

Feb. 27: Seniors dinner

Why eat alone? Come for an all seniors dinner. Meet at 3 p.m., dinner at 4 p.m. at Madison’s at 2974 Hwy. K. For more information call Wanda at 636-5619100 or Pat at 636-240-7898.

Feb. 27: Theater auditions

Young People’s Theatre Performing Arts Academy of St. Charles Community College will be holding auditions for “Crumpled Classics” by Craig Sodaro at 9 a.m. in the Daniel J. Conoyer Social Sciences Building auditorium at St. Charles Community College at 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Dr. in Cottleville. Auditions are for ages 10 and up and will consist of a cold reading. Rehearsals will be 6 - 8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and 9 a.m. -4 p.m. Saturdays. There will be no rehearsal on Easter weekend. “Crumpled Classics” will be performed at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. April 16, in the Daniel J. Conoyer Social Sciences Building auditorium at SCC. Tickets for the show are $5 and can be purchased at stchastickets.com, in the Continuing Education office in Humanities Building Room 103 or by calling 636-922-8233. For more information, contact Brisby Andrews at brisbya@aol.com.

Feb. 27: Gardening seminar

The St. Charles County Master Gardeners will host their fourth annual Dig In: A Gardening Seminar at the University of Missouri Extension Center in St. Peters from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Three sessions will be held with simultaneously with three different topics. Registrants will choose a topic for each session for a total of three hours of instruction. After Feb. 19 and at-thedoor registration is $30 -- class availability may be limited. Visit http://extension.missouri.edu/stcharles/digin. aspx or call 636-970-3000 for details and registration. All major credit cards are accepted.

March 2: “Extreme Marketing” symposium

Future health, recreation and fitness professionals will have an opportunity to attend an “Extreme Marketing” symposium at Lindenwood University in St. Charles. The session, which will

focus on advertising, marketing, social media, internet/web and public relations, will be held in Dunseth Auditorium in Harmon Hall at 209 South Kingshighway in St. Charles from 12 – 1:30 p.m. The session is sponsored by the Duree Center for Entrepreneurship in cooperation with the Economic Development Center of St. Charles County and Partners for Progress. As a part of the symposium, there will be light refreshments and an informative Q&A session. The symposium is free, but registration is required and space is limited. To register, visit the Duree Center online at www.dureecenter.org. For questions, please call 636-6272583.

March 5: Seniors dinner

Why eat alone? Come for an all seniors dinner. Meet at 3 p.m., dinner at 4 p.m. at Llywelyn’s at 7434 Village Center Dr. For more information call Wanda at 636-561-9100 or Pat at 636-240-7898.

March 5: Trivia night

Annual Hibernians Trivia Night will take place at a new location at the Elks Lodge at 1163 Tom Ginnever Ave. in O’Fallon. Doors open at 5 p.m. Cost is $25 per person or $200 per table of eight. Included in the price will be a corned beef and cabbage dinner prepared by Chef Wilson and members at 5:30 p.m. The games start at 7 p.m. Soda and Beer included with this great night of entertainment. To reserve your table please call John at 314-922-0248.

March 6: Folk-gospel concert

If you are a fan of Christian folk-gospel music with a contemporary flair, coupled with artful storytelling, you won’t want to miss an evening with singer, songwriter and novelist, Andrew Peterson. Peterson will perform at Zion Lutheran Church at 3866 Harvester Road in St. Charles, MO at 6 p.m. Ticket prices are $15 general admission; $10 for children grades 1-8; free for children age 5 and under. Tickets are available at the church office or at the door. Tickets are also available online at iTickets.com. For more information and directions, log on to www.zionharvester.org or contact Mark Thoelke, Director of Worship and Music at 636441-7425.

March 8: Learn to integrate personal and small business finances

Attendees will learn ways to easily manage their assets and liabilities while maintaining their cash flow. You will walk through the process of determining your level of savings and also opportunities for investment and retirement. Other topics highlighted include estate planning, components of financial planning and financial organization. The session will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at University of Missouri Extension Center at 260 Brown Road in St Peters. There is no cost to attend but registration is required. Call 636970-3000 to register.

March 8: Historic hotel tour

St. Louis has historically been home to many of the finest hotels in America. Join our group from the St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre for an interesting day as we explore some of these historic hotels. Our day will consist of touring the Cheshire Inn and the Chase Park Plaza. We’ll eat lunch at Lorenzo’s Trattoria. Then we’ll visit Tower Grove Park to see the Lindell Hotel ruins and then on to Union Station to tour the Drury Hotel and see the fabulous Grand Hall. Before returning to St. Peters, we’ll visit the Renaissance and Magnolia (Mayfair) Hotels. To register for this trip, contact the registration desk at the St. Peters Rec-Plex at 636-939-2386, ext. 1400. The tour costs $74, which includes transportation, ad-

missions, lunch, gratuities and guide. Please note, this trip involves quite a bit of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended. For questions, please contact the St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre at 636-397-6903, ext. 1624. Go to www.stpetersmo.net/day-trips-andtours.com to learn more or download a flyer of all 2016 tours.

Why eat alone? Come for an all seniors dinner. Meet at 3 p.m., dinner at 4 p.m. at BC’s Kitchen at 11 Meadows Cir. For more information call Wanda at 636561-9100 or Pat at 636-240-7898

Arts Centre’s Time for Tea. Join us for this fun and lively afternoon on March 24, from 1-3 p.m., with Maria Gianino, of Legacy Appraisals. You will learn what makes something valuable as well as finding out how to sell the items you no longer want. Individual items will not be appraised at this event due to time restrictions. The registration fee is $7. Tea, coffee, cookies (sugar-free upon request), cake and yogurt will be served. Tickets go on sale at the Cultural Arts Centre on Jan. 15. Register in advance at the St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre or by calling 636-397-6903, ext. 1624.

March 12: Legacy Ball

March 24: Time for Tea

March 12: Seniors dinner

Community Living, Inc. will once again recognize the many positive contributions made by two local leaders, whose dedicated efforts are benefiting individuals with disabilities across St. Charles County, as the organization hosts its 16th annual Legacy Ball event at the St. Charles Convention Center. The event will kick off at 6 p.m., and feature a four-course wine dinner, oral and silent auctions, live music and the presentation of the organization’s Legacy Award and the Community Volunteer of the Year Award. Proceeds from the ball, which is one of St. Charles County’s premier gala events, benefit over 900 individuals and their families that are served by Community Living. Tickets for the gala are available at www.legacyball2016.eventbrite.com or by calling the Development Department at 636-970-2800. Tickets can be purchased for $125. Tables seat ten. A number of sponsorship and advertising opportunities are also available. For information on tickets, sponsorships and other general event details, visit www. cliservices.org.

March 12: Free Easter egg hunt

NHC St. Charles would like to invite you out to our annual free egg hunt at 2 p.m. There will be two hunt sites; one site for ages three-and-under indoors and a site outdoors for ages four-andup, weather permitting. There will be giveaways and a small snack provided. NHC St. Charles is located at 35 Sugar Maple Lane in St. Charles. Contact Nichole with any questions at 636-9468887.

March 13: Quilt social

Sacred Heart Church St. Ann’s Sodality of Troy is hosting their annual quilt social at the Knights of Columbus Hall on Hwy J in Troy. Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. and bingo begins at 1 p.m. Food and refreshments will be provided for purchase. There will be quilt games, money games, door prizes, pull tabs, Pot of Gold, raffles and plenty of fun. Due to state law no one under the age of 16 can be in the building.

March 19: Seniors dinner

Why eat alone? Come for an all seniors dinner. Meet at 3 p.m., dinner at 4 p.m. at Cracker Barrel at 120 Progress Point. For more information call Wanda at 636-561-9100 or Pat at 636-240-7898.

March 19: Easter egg hunt

The Lake Saint Louis Parks and Recreation Department, The Meadows Shopping Center, and The Lake Saint Louis Mother’s Club have teamed up to sponsor an Easter egg hunt from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at The Meadows Shopping Center. It includes bounce houses, pony rides, face painting, a balloon artist, games, activities and much more! Children ages 10 and under can participate in the always popular Easter egg hunts. Don’t forget to bring your cans for the Mother’s Club canned food donation box.

March 24: Time for tea

Have you ever wondered what your treasures are worth? Now is your chance to see your heirlooms through the eyes of a professional, certified personal property, fine art, jewelry and antique appraiser. Join us for this fun and lively afternoon from 1-3 p.m., with Maria Gianino, of Legacy Appraisals. You will learn what makes something valuable as well as finding out how to sell the items you no longer want. Individual items will not be appraised at this event due to time restrictions. The registration fee is $7. Tea, coffee, cookies (sugar-free upon request), cake and yogurt will be served. Tickets are on sale at the Cultural Arts Centre. Register in advance at the St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre or by calling 636397-6903, ext. 1624.

March 30 – April 1: Art show

Crossroads Arts Council announces their call to entry for the second annual Spanning the Generations Art Show. This show is open to artists who range in age from juniors in high school up to senior citizens. The show is open to both professional and non-professional artists. All are invited to enter a single item for the show that will showcase their best work. The 2015 show was sponsored by WASSI, Wentzville Area Senior Services, Inc., the Wentzville Parks and Recreation Dept., and the Wentzville Community Club. As a result of the success of that show the Crossroads Arts Council was created. With the Arts Council now hosting the show, WASSI will now partner with them to encourage local senior artists to enter the show and will also assist as volunteers during the event. In addition to WASSI, the Wentzville Parks and Recreation Dept. will assist in publicizing the event and will also host an exhibit of the winning art pieces after the March event. The Wentzville Community Club, located at 500 West Main in Wentzville, will again serve as the venue for the event, which will grow from a one night event to a three day show. Ribbons will be awarded in both Professional and Non-Professional classifications. Winners will be displayed at Progress Park, and will also be featured on the Crossroads Arts Council website. For more details and to learn how to enter the show go to http://www.crossroadsartscouncil.org/ or contact us at:crossroadsartscouncil@ gmail.com.

April 1: Young professionals gala

Kids In The Middle will host its first ever young professionals gala from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Ameristar located at One Ameristar Blvd. in St. Charles. The evening includes hors d’oeuvres, wine and beer, raffles and live entertainment. The agency is looking to build awareness and bring St. Louis young professionals together. The event cochairs are Dustin Larson of Cushman & Wakefield and Tasha Thacker of Moneta Group. Reservations are required, and tickets are $30 per guest. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. For further details about the event, call 314-909-9922 or visit www.kidsinthemiddle.org.

April 2: Trivia night

The event is presented by the O’Fallon and St. Charles Kiwanis and located at St. Peter Church/Parish Center at

221 First Capitol in St. Charles. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., game starts at 7 p.m. Proceeds benefit children globally and locally through a focus on developing their mind and body. Locally, we will be providing books to children in need, as well as supporting the sports program at The Boys & Girls Club. Globally, we save babies lives by working to eliminate maternal neonatal tetanus. Prizes awarded to best themed table and first place team for highest trivia score. Tables of eight are $200. Beer, soda and snacks are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own food and alcohol. We have raffle baskets, sports memorabilia, silent auctions, 50/50 and more! Sign up by calling Don at 314-630-4738 or e-mail Happydon9@aol.com or go the our website http://stcharleskiwanis.com

April 23: Trivia night

Boy Scout Troop 72 in St. Charles is hosting their annual trivia night and silent auction at Hope Lutheran Church located at 1975 Old Hwy 94 South in St. Charles. Doors open at 6 p.m. with first question at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $20 per person, eight people max per table. Cash prizes for first, second and last placed teams. The night also includes a silent auction, 50/50 raffle, raffle baskets, attendance prizes and games between the rounds. Teams are welcome to bring their own snacks and beverages. Soft drinks, popcorn/pretzels/ cheese balls provided by Troop 72. For information or to reserve a table, please call 314-313-7788 Proceeds to benefit Boy Scout Troop 72.

June 29: Shred event

1st Advantage Bank is having a shred event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 240 Salt Lick Rd. in St. Peters. There will be barbecue and an opportunity to de-clutter your files. This event is free to the public.

Ongoing Events Wednesdays: Talk

Veterans

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Veterans from all branches of the service are invited to attend “Coffee Talk” every Wednesday at. 9 a.m. at Grace Baptist Church, 3601 Ehlmann Rd. in St. Charles (Take I-70 to the Cave Springs exit). We will have applications for VA health care, applications for the honor flight, reports from local American Legion and VFW halls and lots of good comradery. Come join us for free coffee and donuts and enjoy an hour with your fellow veterans.

Mondays: Take off Pounds Sensibly

Take off pounds Sensibly (TOPS) meets every Monday from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Weigh-ins begin at 8:30 a.m. We meet at Blanchette Park at 1900 Randolph Street in St. Charles. For more information contact Grace at 636-9464687.

1st Monday: Gardeners of St. Charles County Monthly Meeting 6:30pm. Location varies. 314.304.7480.

1st Monday: St.Charles County Council of the Blind meetings

Business meetings are held on the first Monday of each month (second Monday in September due to Labor Day ) unless otherwise specified. No meetings are held in June, July, or December. Meetings are held in the Community Council Building (2nd floor of the Spencer Branch Library) from 6:30 - 9 p.m. For more information contact Beverly Kaskadden (President) at 636561-6947.

2nd Monday: Winghaven Civil War Round Table

6:30pm, Midwest BankCentre board room, 2299 Technology Dr. O’Fallon. For more informaiton call Mike at 314.276.5018.

www.mycnews.com • Community News - St. Charles County • February 24, 2016 4th Monday: American Legion Post 388 Meets

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6:30 pm at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 8945 Vets. Mem. Pkwy. 636.219.0553.

Every Tuesday: St. Charles Optimist Club

Every Monday: St. Peters Rotary Club

Every Tuesday: Quilting Guild at the O’Fallon Family YMCA

Noon at St. Peters City Hall, One St. Peters Centre Blvd. www.stpetersrotary.org.

Every Monday: Seasoned Eye Carvers Meeting

The Seasoned Eye Carvers meet every Monday from 9am to noon at the St. Charles Senior Citizens Center, 1455 Fairgrounds (near the Bass Pro Shop). Visitors are always welcome! For more information check the club web site: www.stcharlesareawoodcarvers.com/ or contact Charles Sapp.

Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday: Fitness First Exercise Classes

9:30-10:30am, American Legion Hall, 504 Luetkenhaus Blvd., Wentzville. 314.369.6521.

Mondays: Chronic pain support group

American Chronic Pain Association is a support group for and by people experiencing chronic pain. Group meets 2nd and 4th Mondays of every month at 3 – 5 p.m. at the Spencer Road Library in St Peters. Important: This is an anonymous group (first names only).

3rd Monday of Each Month: Life After Loss support group

Support group for families who have lost a loved one to heroin/opiate addiction. 7 - 8:30 p.m. at Barnes Jewish St. Peters Hospital Campus in Room 212 of Professional Building 1. Contact: geevigna@charter.net. No registration required

Noon-1pm at Pio’s Restaurant.

1-4pm Free. Quilt for local charities. No sewing experience required.

Every Wednesday: Charity Bingo

Every Tuesday: Gateway Spotlight ChorUS 7:15-9:45pm at First United Methodist Church, 801 First Capitol Drive in St. Charles. Info: www.gatewayspotlight. org or 636.256.6823.

Tuesdays: St. Louis Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association Male Caregiver Experience

The group meets on fourth Tuesday of every month from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Spencer Road Library at the Community Commons, 427 Spencer Rd. For more information about Alzheimer’s disease, support, or the Male Caregiver Experience, please call the Alzheimer’s Association’s 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900 or visit www.alz.org/stl.

Tuesdays: Gateway Chorus Rehearsal

Spotlight

Gateway Spotlight is a women’s a capella chorus that meets at First United Methodist Church at 801 first Capitol Dr. in St. Charles every Tuesday evening beginning at 7 p.m. Call 636-2566823 for more details.

Every Tuesday & Thursday: Tai Chi at the St. Charles County Family YMCA

Tuesdays: Monthly veterans coffee

Tuesdays and Fridays: TaeKwonDo Ministry

5:30pm, Dardenne Presbyterian Church 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie. Moses Kim brings Christian teaching into taekwondo. For more information, or to sign up, call 636.561.4347.

Every Wednesday: Cribbage Club

Dardenne Presbyterian Church, 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie. For more information, call 636.561.4347.

1 – 4 p.m. at Great Location Restaurant at 1799 Mall Pkwy. in Wentzville. Relaxed, friendly play and is open to all. Call 636-561-2970 for more information.

1st Tuesday: Fleur de Lis Garden Society

Every Wednesday: Dardenne Presbyterian Church Basketball

6:30pm at various locations. Info: www. fleurdelisgardensociety.org; Jeanne at 314.605.8563.

2nd Tuesday: Show-me Stitchers Embroiderer’s Guild of America 7pm at the Ladue Chapel. Info: www. showmestitchers.com.

Last Tuesday of every month, St. Charles American Legion Post 312 spaghetti dinner.

5pm, St. Charles American Legion Post 312, 2500 Raymond Drive in St. Charles. $5 per person. For more information call Post 312 at 636.947.7666.

4th Tuesday: O’Fallon Garden Club

6:30pm at Sunrise Methodist Church, 7116 Twin Chimney Blvd. Info: Barb at 636.978.5930.

Every Tuesday: Kiwanis Club of St. Charles

Noon-1pm at Bogey Hills Country Club, 1120 Country Club Rd. in

Every Wednesday: Men’s Golf League

7pm at the Renaud Spirit Center, 2650 Tri Sports Circle, O’Fallon. Info: 636.379.2505.

Tuesdays & Thursdays: Get Fit Exercise Classes 9-10am and 5:30-6:30pm at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church Hall, New Melle. 314.369.6521.

Tuesday and Friday Evenings: Tae Kwon Do Classes

10am Meets at 1380 Boone St., Troy, MO 63379. 636.528.8379.

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Tuesdays: Lions Club meeting

Veterans from all branches of service are invited to the Wentzville Green Lantern Senior Center at 506 S. Linn Ave. in Wentzville on the second Tuesday of each month from 9 – 10:30 a.m. for coffee, pastries and camaraderie. Come meet with fellow veterans who served our country and share your experience.

Every Wednesday: Crossroads Cribbage Club

5pm, tee off at 5:30 pm at Heritage of Hawk Ridge. www.lakesaintlouis.com, under the parks and recreation section.

8-9am & 10:15-11:15am. No experience necessary. 636-928-1928.

St. Peters Lions Club meets the first and third Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. in Old Town St. Peters on Park Street.

10am Free. Bring a favorite snack to share. Anybody welcome.

8-9:30pm, Dardenne Presbyterian Christian Life Center, 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie. Open to 6th grade and up. Bring a light and dark shirt for different teams.

1st Wednesday of each month: Hope & Healing

5-6pm, Dardenne Presbyterian Rock Church, 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie. Unique service of music, worship, and prayer for those in need of hope and healing.

Wednesdays: Women’s fishing club

Gateway Bass ‘n Gals all women’s bass club has monthly meetings the first Wednesday of every month at Rookies Bar and Grill at 3721 New Town Rd. in St. Charles at 7 p.m. Women of any fishing level please come and check out our women-only fishing club.

Every Wednesday: Active Older Adults Game Day at the O’Fallon Family YMCA

6:45pm VFW Post 5077 sponsors, at VFW Hall, 8500 Veterans Mem. Pkwy., O’Fallon. 636.272.1945 or www.vfwpost5077.org.

Every Wednesday. Kiwanis Club of Harvester monthly meeting.

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Every Thursday: Kiwanis Club of O’Fallon 11:45am Meets at JJ’s Restaurant in O’Fallon. Info: www.ofkiwanis.com.

Every Thursday: Rotary Club meeting

7:30am, The Rendezvous Café at 217 South Main St. in O’Fallon. We welcome existing and potential members to visit and have breakfast with us. www.ofallonmo.rotary-clubs.org

Every Thursday: Yoga at The St. Charles County Family YMCA

7-7:55pm Any level. Info: 636.928.1928.

2nd and 4th Thursdays: Alexander Chapter #242 Order of the Eastern Star Meetings

Noon, Fratelli’s Restorante, 2061 Zumbehl Road in St Charles. For more information, please contact kellenj@ATT.net

7:30pm, St. Charles Masonic Lodge, 2051 Collier Corporate Parkway in St. Charles.

Every Wednesday, Winfield Foley Firefighters Association Bingo.

3rd Thursday of each month: Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 458 meetings

Doors open at 4:30, bingo at 6:30pm, Bingo hall is next door to County Market in the Winfield Plaza on Highway 47. For more information, call 636.566.6621 or 636.566.8406.

1st and 3rd Wednesday Each Month: St. Charles Area Wood Carvers

7pm – 9pm. Meetings are held at the Hollenbeck Middle School at 4555 Central School Road, St. Charles, Missouri. Visitors are always welcome! For more information check the club web site: www.stcharlesareawoodcarvers. com/ or contact Charles Sapp.

2nd Wednesday: Free Financial Education- Money Matters

6:30pm at the O’Fallon Family YMCA. PNC Bank and The O’Fallon Family YMCA have partnered to provide monthly free financial education courses for members of the community. Info (including a list of topics): call PNC Bank at 636.272.2449.

Wednesdays: Take Off Pounds Sensibly

Take Off Pounds Sensibly meets every Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the parish hall of Chapel of the Cross Lutheran Church at 907 Jungermann Rd. in St. Peters. TOPS is a national non-profit weight-loss organization that supports its members in attaining their goal weight. There is no cost for the first meeting. All are welcome. Weigh-ins begin at 9 a.m. Contact Judy Bauer at 636-541-2263 for further information.

3rd Thursdays: Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 458 Meeting

7pm, Amvets Post 106, 360 Brown Rd in St. Peters. Those who served in any branch between 1962 and 1975 are welcome.

Every Thursday: Dardenne Presbyterian Church Quilters

9am-2pm, Dardenne Presbyterian Church, 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie. Members do hand quilting to quilts of any size for donation that is given to various church supported charities. No experience is necessary to join the group. For more information, contact Vickie Young at 636.928.7348, or Brenda Kenny at 636.240.3753.

Thursdays: Rotary Club breakfast

Every Thursday at 7:30 a.m., except the last Thursday of the month, the O’Fallon Rotary Club meets for breakfast at the Holy Cross Lutheran Church Gym at 8945 Veterans Memorial Parkway in O’Fallon. We are a fraternal group that does good in the community and worldwide while having fun.

Every Thursday: Kiwanis Club of St. Peters

6:30am at IHOP (3851 Veteran’s Me-

7pm, Amvets Post 106, 360 Brown Rd in St. Peters.

3rd Thursday of the month, Ladies Night Out Cottleville Crafts, Etc..., 5335 Highway N in Cottleville. Vinyl design class. For more information, call 636.441.2700 or visit www.cottlevillecrafts.com. 2nd & 4th Thursday: Alexander Chapter 242/Eastern Star St. Charles Masonic Lodge, 2051 Collier Corporate Parkway, St. Charles. 636.577.0056.

3rd Thursday of each month: Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 458 Meeting 7pm, Amvets Post 106, 360 Brown Rd. in St. Peters. Veterans who served in any branch of service between 1962 and 1975 are welcome.

Every Friday: Moms Play Group

10am at LSL Community Association, 100 Cognac Ct., Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367. 314.479.0306, andreacrislip@ gmail.com or www.lslmothersclub. com.

Every Friday: VFW Fish Fry

3-8pm VFW Post 2866. 66 VFW Lane. Call Bill Sams, 636.724.9612.

Every Friday, St. Charles American Legion Post 312 charity bingo 6:30pm, St. Charles American Legion Post 312, 2500 Raymond Drive in St. Charles. For more information call Post 312 at 636.947.7666.

Every Saturday: Chess

8-11am or later in the food court at Mid Rivers Mall in St. Peters.

Every Saturday: Veterans Learn guitar for FREE 9:30am in Historic St. Charles. Info: Bill Dennis at 314.479.5750.

Every Saturday: Peaceful Puppy Mill Protest

11am - 12:30pm at Petland, 6131 Ronald Reagan Drive, Lake St. Louis. banmo.puppymills@yahoo.com.

Second and Fourth Saturday of the month: Charitable bingo

Bingo starts at 6:30 p.m., doors open at 4 p.m. at the Wentzville Community Club located at 500 West Main in Wentzville. For more information visit www.wentzvillecommunityclub. com or www.facebook.com/wentzvillecommunity-club

Saturdays: Bosom Buddies

The St Charles County WIC Clinic is working to become a breastfeeding friendly clinic. As part of this effort, we have formed a breastfeeding support group for our area. What is great about “Bosom Buddies” is that we are not just open to WIC clients! Bosom Buddies

is a family-friendly breastfeeding support group. We are open to all moms and moms-to-be who are breastfeeding or interested in breastfeeding. The group is supported by the St Charles County WIC program so there will be information about the program available at each meeting. Each meeting will be a little different than the last. There will be introductions, games, interactive education, group conversation, and even snacks. Meetings will be held at the Middenorf-Kredell Branch Library in O’Fallon. We will continue to meet, at the same time and place, on the fourth Saturday of every month at 10 a.m. No registration required.

1st & 3rd Saturday: St Peters Square Dance Club Dances

6:30pm. 1st United Methodist Church, 801 First Capital Dr. www.squaredancestcharles.com.

3rd Saturdays: Restore St. Charles Work Day.

8am, Dardenne Presbyterian Church, 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie. Volunteer labor needed to provide the needy in our community with adequate living accommodations. Continental breakfast, safety instructions, and job assignments provided before work begins.

Every Sunday: Wentzville Community Club Flea Market

6am-1pm, 500 West Main St. in Wentzville. For more information, call 636.357.4328.

2nd Sunday: Moscow Mills Lions Breakfast

7am - noon, September - April. Moscow Community Center, Hwy C. $7/ adult, $4/child, under 6 free. www.eclubhouse.org/sites/moscowmills.

2nd Sunday: The Wheelers and Dealers Square Dance 7pm. Blanchette Park, 1900 W Randolph St. www.squaredancestcharles. com.

Sundays: Meat shoot

Wentzville VFW Post 5317 at 1414 Hwy Z in Wentzville hosts shotgun meat shoots every Sunday at noon. Fourteen rounds consist of seven meat rounds and seven money rounds. First Sunday of the month is open shoot. Other Sundays are .680 minimum choke. House gun available and shells supplied. For more information, please call 636-639-1648.

CHURCH Every Saturday: JAM – Jesus and Men’s Bible Study.

8-9:30am, Dardenne Presbyterian Hearth Room, 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie.Bible study, discussion, and upcoming event planning.

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“Race”

By Steve Bryan

‘Lion King’ star Chantel Riley appears in ‘Race’ a little bit of a problem. She was a little troublemaker.” Riley thinks Owens’ story is exciting, but she feels like it’s a story that many people don’t know too much about in detail. “Before I got on the project, I kinda just knew who [Quincella] was and knew that he was big athlete.

But I didn’t know the full details of his life, his upbringing and all the records that he broke. It was really cool to work on this and just learn,” she said. Riley went on location in Montreal, but she was not part of the scenes shot in Berlin. Her part did require her to take some time off from “The Lion King.”

“I think I did about a weekand-a-half, two weeks of shooting, but it was all spread out,” the actress explained. “It was like ‘Okay, we need you for a day here, two days there.’ Which was great for ‘Lion King’ because I was able to shoot and come back the next day and go into work.” Riley said that she is so blessed and honored to be a part of this Broadway show, which is turning 19 this year. “There really is nothing like that out there. To be a part of something like that, and tell that story is so incredible. And seeing the reactions of the people from that first opening number, ‘Circle of Life.’ I’m not in the show until the second act; I sometimes sneak into the back and just watch from the audience’s point of view.” Going forward, Riley will be continuing with “The Lion King,” but also wants to do more films. “A lot of people have been asking me: ‘What’s the difference between the set and the stage?’ Well, on the set I can mess up a bunch of times, and we can just reset and do it over again. On stage, you only have one shot,” she said, laughing. “Race” currently is playing in theaters. “Race” photos courtesy of Forecast Pictures

Born and raised in South St. Louis, Steve Bryan is now based in Anaheim, California, and has been allowed access to movie and television sets to see actors and directors at work. Though his writing has taken him far from St. Louis, Steve is, at heart, still the same wideeyed kid who spent countless hours watching classic movies at neighborhood theaters.

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