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30th Annual Firecracker Run wrap up
22nd Annual O’Fallon Chamber Golf Tournament
hank you to everyone who made the 30th Annual Firecracker 10K, 5K and 1M Fun Run on Friday, July 4th a huge success! Over 2,000 runners, spectators and volunteers made this the biggest year ever.
he O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the 22nd Annual Golf Tournament will be held at The Falls Golf Course in O’Fallon, MO on Monday, September 8, 2014. This annual event is open to the public. Everyone is encouraged to participate in this opportunity to enjoy eighteen holes of golf and all of the extra tournament fun at a great price.
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With unheard of July weather, (it was 65 degrees when the run started) all of our runners had a fantastic morning and were then treated to plentiful runners only area full of eats and drinks from local businesses. A very special thank you to
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10:30am Registration, 12:00am Start $100 per person or $400 for a foursome All golfers will receive a bag Continued on pg 11
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General Membership Meeting Tuesday, July 22 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Elks Lodge
1163 Tom Ginnever, O’Fallon, MO 63366 Chamber 101: Get to know your O’Fallon Chamber and how to take advantage of your membership. PLUS!...networking! Don’t forget to register for only $16!
Sponsored by:
O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce
Tuesday, July 8 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Habitat for Humanity ReStore
186 Mid Rivers Center, St. Peters, MO 63376 Stay for 5 minutes or 2 hours, whichever fits into your schedule best. Our free monthly Business After Hours are a great way to build relationships with many of your fellow Chamber Members. Average attendance at these free events is around 60 Chamber Members!
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O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce
Rise & Shine...
to join us for the O’Fallon Chamber’s Morning Schmooze, a FREE monthly, networking event open to Chamber members. Arrive ready to network with a pocket full of business cards and a 1 minute infomercial.
Thursday, July 17 7:30 - 9:00 a.m. Wingate by Wyndham
32 Research Park Cir, Weldon Spring, MO 63304
Mission Statement: The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce is committed to promoting economic vitality in O’Fallon and the St. Charles County Region while providing members with networking opportunities, education and advocacy in public policy decisions affecting business. Vision Statement: The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce will be the catalyst for the prosperity of our community as a valued resource for businesses, organizations, and residents. Officers: Jeff Arneson, JLJ Technology, Chair of the Board Michael Favazza, Favazza & Associates, 1st Vice Chair Mark Crank, Marcos Productions, 2nd Vice Chair Brenda Lowder, Thomas Realty, Treasurer Stacee Gilmore, Promotions Pronto, Secretary Adam Hopper, PNC Bank, Past Chair of the Board Directors: Harold Bliggenstorfer, Missouri Baptist University Heather Deatz, Community News Cindy Elking, Quintessential Catering Ron Epps, Citizens National Bank Kim Jimenez, Elm Dental Care Carla, Klaskin, Mercy Dan Luigs, Insurance Store Brian Richardson, KFAV 99.9 FM Jan Stanczak, Jan’s Travel & Cruise Sheles Wallace, Billionaire Thoughts John Weeks, Mass Financial Group Staff: Erin Williams, President/CEO Sara Henderson, Communications Director Nina DeAngelo, Director of Member Engagement
THIS ISSUE Firecracker Run........................ cover & p 6 Golf Tournament.....................cover & p 11 Chairman’s Letter................................... p 4 Eggs & Issues......................................... p 5 Ribbon Cuttings..................................... p 7 Member Spotlight.................................. p 8 New Members........................................ p 9 Calendar of Events.............................. p 10 Lunch ‘n’ Legislators............................p 11 Member Events.................................... p 12 Member Anniversaries......................... p 12 Chamber Snapshot............................... p 13
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2145 Bryan Valley Commercial Dr O’Fallon, MO 63366 Phone: 636-240-1818 Email: info@OFallonChamber.org www.OFallonChamber.org
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In May the Chamber hosted a new program, 12@12, a roundtable discussion between business owners, Chamber Board Members, City Officials and O’Fallon Mayor Bill Hennessy. The purpose of the meeting is to have an open conversation about the accomplishments and struggles our business are having and learning more about how both the City and Chamber can assist. Our first meeting’s conversation was centered on workforce development, particularly in manufacturing and other skilled trades. From that meeting we have been working on learning more about technical training opportunities, the Missouri Work Ready Communities program as well as other avenues available to our employers to find the employees they need to help their businesses succeed. Although we haven’t yet hosted our July 12@12, I’m anticipating another great discussion that will lead to more action steps in making our community the best place for businesses to succeed. If your company is facing
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a particular struggle that you would like to share or for the Chamber to assist, please don’t wait for an invitation to 12@12; make a call to the Chamber office. If your company isn’t struggling, but rather having great accomplishments, make a call to the Chamber- we would love to share your great news! Finally, I will simply put out a reminder as we get into the dog days of summer; on January 6th it was -10 degrees in O’Fallon with a wind chill of -33. Enjoy your summer! Jeff Arneson 2014 Chairman of the Board
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he O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a free breakfast where the business community can hear from their State Senator & State Representatives on important issues and challenges brought to the State of Missouri. Legislators confirmed include
Chamber to Host Eggs & Issues Breakfast Representative Robert Cornejo, Representative Kurt Bahr, and Representative Chuck Gatschenberger.
program beginning at 7:30 a.m. This event is made possible through the generosity of CenturyLink. Reservations are required and can be made by contacting the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce at 636-2401818, Erin@OFallonChamber.org or online at www.OFallonChamber.org.
The breakfast will be held on July 25, 2014 at Garden Villas of O’Fallon located at 7092 S Outer 364 in O’Fallon, MO 63368. Doors will open at 7:00 a.m., with the
Current 364 Construction
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n general working hours are 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Second shifts may occur but will not be very often during the winter months. All work is weather dependent.
Crews are still working to remove the blasted rock, which is being used as foundation on other parts of the project.
Route 94 The Route 94 bridge girders have been set and crews will be pouring the driving surface in the coming weeks. Pipe work continues between Route 94 and Motherhead Road.
Dardenne Creek The bridge supports are complete and girders for the new bridge will be set in the near future.
Motherhead Road The bridge deck and the barrier walls are complete. Crews are continuing to grade the side of the roads and pipe work is starting in the area. Gutermuth Road Blasting of rock in the area is complete.
Crooked Creek The bridge decks are completed.
Tributary B Crews finished pouring the surface for the new bridge on June 25. Route K Girders have been set for the new bridges at Route K. Crews will soon start to put rock foundation down on the ramps at Route K.
Bryan Road Construction on the bridge walls is completed and crews are working on the roundabout on the exit. Hanley Road Crews are finishing work seeding and mulching in the area. Henke Road Crews have started seeding in the area. Foundation work also continues. Interstate 64 Rock base is complete on the new ramps. Crews will start seeding and mulching in the are soon and guardrail has been installed along I-64 near the approach to the ramps.
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firecracker run
Continued from Front Page our presenting sponsor Mercy and our sponsors and vendors for their kind support and time. A Health Expo was held following the race and was full of great vendors offering a variety of great information and goodies. With an event this large we couldn’t have done it without all of our committee members and volunteers who showed up early and worked hard. We truly appreciate all of the help from The Crossing, City of O’Fallon, and the O’Fallon Police Department.
dues at a level that is affordable to all of our businesses. With such success the run exceeded the budgeted goal. We are already planning an even better 31st annual run! Photos and more details will be posted at www.facebook.com/firecrackerrun.
Committee Members: David Chapin, Sarah Christian, Kacie Derby, Regina Dowling, Ron Epps, Lisa Fegley, Emily Hadsall, Pat Hamel, Amy Hamlin, David Harrington, Terry Herring, Trish Hiduk, Chris Highfill , Jeremy Jacobs, Kim Jimenez, Laura Matlock, Kim Michaels, Russ Miller, Dr. Aaron The Firecracker Run is held each Mohr, Richard Oliver, Jim Ottomeyer, year in order to promote our Aaron Patterson, Amos Reed, Brian members as well as raise funds for the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce Richardson, Jason Stiger, Christine so that we can keep our membership Trotter, Don Weir, and Rick Wunderlich.
Other Sponsors: Anytime Fitness, Assisted Living at the Meadowlands, Bryan Road Animal Hospital, CenturyLink, Charter Business, Farmhouse Sandwiches, Firestone Complete Auto Care, Iverson Tomasino Goerss Eyecare, Jehling Hardware, Karpel Solutions, Leader One Financial, Christian Brothers, Morning Star Church, O’Fallon Brewery, O’Fallon Modern Denistry, Pain Relief Associates, Poage Chevrolet, Quintessential, Regional Eyecare, River City Rascals, Spa WingHaven, SRC Autobody, SSM Physical Therapy, State Farm - Sandy Kessler, Thrivent Financial, Vogelsang Pest Management, Westinn Kennels, Wingate by Wyndam, YMCA, Craven & Associates, Promotions Pronto, Massage Luxe, Healthy Life Chiropractic & Wellness, Midwest Bank Centre, Two Blind Guys, Marcos Productions, Nigels Flooring. 6 | Business Connection | JUly 2014
Ribbon cutting ceremonies Welcome to O’Fallon!
The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce and the City of O’Fallon are excited to welcome these new businesses to the community and to help them celebrate with a with a Ribbon Cutting ceremony.
Iverson-Tomasino-Goerss Eyecare Associates 302 E Pitman, O’Fallon, MO 63366
Hawk Ridge Family Chiropractic 6251 Ronald Reagan Dr, Lake St Louis, MO 63367
Hut No 8 331 Winding Woods Dr, O’Fallon, MO 63366
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Select 3070 Winghaven Blvd, O’Fallon, MO 63368
Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings: Garden Villas of O’Fallon July 24 @ 11:30 a.m.
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1600 Feise Rd Dardenne Prairie, MO 63368 www.mscwired.org 636-561-5680
Member spotlight
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eather KemperHussey currently lives in Wentzville with her husband, Robert Hussey, and their four children; Tori (18), Nick (12), John (8) and Isabella (1). After studying communications / public relations at the University of Missouri, Columbia, Heather went on to receive her Masters in writing from Lindenwood University. Heather has been in the public relations industry for almost 15 years, mostly working for nonprofits. In her career, she has worked with the media to help clients appear in TIME Magazine, The New York Times, several debuts on local television stations and, more recently, helped Pastor Mike Schreiner from Morning Star Church appear on MSNBC. In 2009, Heather sought out a new church home; a place where they would be accepted, loved and where their children could grow in their faith. When they found Morning Star Church, they found their new church family. Three years ago, Morning Star hired Heather as a full-time employee. As the Director of Communications for Morning Star Church, Heather
Heather Kemper-Hussey helps promote the organization within the congregation and the community. She oversees media relations, public relations, crisis communications and marketing. Founded in 1999, Morning Star Church seeks to meet people right where they are and help them take their next step on their spiritual journey. Morning Star provides a wide variety of opportunities for spiritual and emotional growth, from support groups to classes, all of which are available to members as well as to the community. Every Thursday evening, even on holidays, Morning Star hosts Celebrate Recovery (mscwired. org/celebraterecovery). This group is for anyone wanting help with a hurt, habit or hang up – such as divorce, anxiety, food addiction, finances, anger, etc. They also offer DivorceCare, Marriage Mentors, MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers), Financial Peace classes, and so much more to help people take next steps in their lives. Under the leadership of Lead Pastor Mike Schreiner, Morning Star has grown from its initial attendance of 200 people to over 5,000 during 2014 Easter weekend. In 2010, Outreach Magazine named Morning
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Star Church as one of “The 100 Fastest Growing Churches in America.” Pastor Mike attributes their growth to the contemporary and relevant weekend messages, as well as their many outreach opportunities that reach out to the community. Morning Star is well-known in the community for their annual Great Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 19, 2014) that is open to the community offering pumpkins, food, hayrides, petting zoo and more – for free! Last year, over 4,000 people stepped on their campus to be loved on by the members of Morning Star Church. Morning Star Church welcomes anyone wanting to find a church family. However, not a perfect family -- as they are a Christ-centered community of imperfect people connecting to other imperfect people to the perfect love of God. Morning Star Church is located at 1600 Feise Road in Dardenne Prairie. Services are offered on Saturday at 4:30 p.m., and Sunday at 9:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. You can find more information at www. mscwired.org, www.facebook. com/mscwired, or by calling 636.561.5680.
New members
A very special welcome! A Pro Home Inspection Services Inspections 2025 Zumbehl Rd Ste 259 St. Charles MO 63303 636-277-0044 www. homeinspectionsaintcharlescounty. com Bakery Case Bakery 2956 Hwy K O’Fallon MO 63368 636-294-4509 www.BakeryCase.net Christian Brothers Automotive Automobile: Services, Body, & Repair 8496 Mexico Rd St. Peters MO 63376 636-980-1770 www.cbac.com/store/st.-peters-moofallon CompuVault Inc IT: Back Up/Recovery/Security 515 S. Lindbergh Frontenac MO 63131 314-991-3858 www.compuvaultstl.com Core Concepts Chiropractic, LLC Chiropractors 107 Olympic Way St. Peters MO 63376 636-244-5223 www.coreconceptschiropractic.com
Courageous Change Career Coach/Sales Training 933 Gardenview Office Pkwy St Louis MO 63141 314-560-1088 www.courageouschange.net
Lansberg Medical Medical Equipment & Supplies 6950 Clayborne Dr O’Fallon MO 63368 636-677-3445 www.lansbergmedical.com
Emily Johns Photography Photographers 11 St. Dominic Dr O’Fallon MO 63366 314-578-4292 www.EmilyJohnsPhotography.com
My Child’s Dentist Dental Health 2958 Hwy K O’Fallon MO 63368 636-294-5437 www.MyChildsDDS.com
Gateway Tutor Doctor Educational Services 716 Pitman Hill Rd St. Charles MO 63304 636-262-1879 www.gatewaytutordoctor.com
O’Fallon Senior Center Senior Services 106 N Main St O’Fallon MO 63366 636-272-4180 www.agingmissouri.org
Green Home Remodeling Siding & Exteriors 112 Crystal Crossing Ct Wentzville MO 63385 314-302-2625 www.greenhomeremodeling.org
22nd ANNUAL O’FALLON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Monday, September 8, 2014 12:00 Noon Falls Golf Club 1170 Turtle Creek O’Fallon, MO 63366
TOURNAMENT
4 person Scramble Includes 18-holes of Golf with Cart, Lunch, 1 Mulligan per player, Beverages on the Course, and an Awards Dinner.
SEPTEMBER MONDAY
The Falls Golf Club 1170 Turtle Creek O'Fallon, MO 63366
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12 NOON
For more information or to register visit OFallonChamber.org/golf
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Chamber calendar july 2014 July 8, 2014 Business After Hours Habitat for Humanity St. Charles County 186 Mid Rivers Center St. Peters, MO 63376 4:30 - 6:30 PM
Ambassador Meeting O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce 2145 Bryan Valley Commercial Dr O’Fallon, MO 3:30 - 4:15 PM
July 9, 2014 Masters of Business Leads Group Webster University WingHaven Campus 2299 Technology Dr O’Fallon, MO 63366 12:00 - 1:00 PM
July 10, 2014 New Member Briefing O’Fallon Chamber Office 2145 Bryan Valley Commercial Dr O’Fallon, MO 63366 3:30 - 5:00 PM
Trivia Night Committee Meeting Chamber Office 2145 Bryan Valley Commercial Dr
O’Fallon, MO 63366 8:00 - 9:00 AM CST
July 11, 2014 Leads 2 Success Leads Group
Webster University in Winghaven 2299 Technology Dr, Ste 300 O’Fallon, MO 63368 12:00 - 1:30 PM
July 14, 2014 O’Fallon Elite Leads Group
Summit Community Church 927 E Terra Ln O’Fallon, MO 63366 12:00 - 1:15 PM
July 15, 2014 O’Fallon Chamber Board of Directors Meeting O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce 2145 Bryan Valley Commercial Dr O’Fallon, MO 63366 12:00 - 1:00 PM
July 17, 2014 Tech/Comm Meeting
Spencer Road Library Branch 427 Spencer Rd St. Peters, MO 63376 12:00 - 1:00 PM
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Morning Schmooze
Wingate by Wyndham 32 Research Park Cir Weldon Spring, MO 63304 7:30 - 9:00 AM
July 18, 2014 Lunch n’ Legislators Rendezvous Cafe 217 South Main O’Fallon, MO 63366 12:00 - 1:00 PM
July 21, 2014 Golf Committee Meeting O’Fallon Chamber Office 2145 Bryan Valley Commercial Drive O’Fallon, MO 63366 12:00 - 1:00 PM
July 22, 2014 General Membership Luncheon Elks Lodge 1163 Tom Ginnever O’Fallon, MO 63366 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
July 23, 2014 Masters of Business Leads Group Webster University WingHaven Campus 2299 Technology Dr
O’Fallon, MO 63366 12:00 - 1:00 PM
July 24, 2014 O’Fallon Young Professionals Meeting 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Ribbon Cutting
Garden Villas of O’Fallon 7092 South Outer 364 O’Fallon, MO 63368 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
July 25, 2014 Leads 2 Success Leads Group
Webster University in Winghaven 2299 Technology Dr, Ste 300 O’Fallon, MO 63368 12:00 - 1:30 PM
July 28, 2014 O’Fallon Elite Leads Group
Summit Community Church 927 E Terra Ln O’Fallon, MO 63366 12:00 - 1:15 PM
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filled with great donations from O’Fallon Chamber members, 18 holes of spectacular golf with cart and drinks on the course, lunch catered and sponsored by Quintessential Catering, and an awards dinner sponsored by Charter Business. Each player will also receive a dry fit polo shirt with the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce logo on the front when registered in advance. On course activities planned include the ever popular Cooler of Fun from Delmar Gardens & Garden Villas of O’Fallon plus many more activities. Cash prizes will be awarded for the top three teams in two flights following the tournament.
July Lunch ‘n’ Legislators
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lease join us for an extremely informative and interesting Lunch n’ Legislators, featuring speaker Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer on Friday, July 18th.
Blaine represents the 13 counties that make up the 3rd Congressional District of Missouri. Blaine, a native of St. Elizabeth, Mo., has lived in the district with his family for four generations and he operates a 160-acre farm there. Along with his strong agriculture background, he was also a small businessman, having been in the banking and insurance business. Building on his experience as a bank examiner, small businessman and community banker, Blaine serves as vice chairman of the House Small Business Committee where he also serves on the House Small Business Subcommittees on Health and Technology and Agriculture, Energy and Trade. Blaine also serves on the House Financial Services Committee where he also serves on the panel’s Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and Consumer Credit Committee and is vice chairman of the Housing and Insurance Subcommittee. Friday, July 18th, Noon Rendezvous Café & Wine Bar RSVP by emailing Erin@OFallonChamber.org
Don’t miss this opportunity to play an amazing course. Call the Chamber office at 636-240-1818 or go online to www.OFallonChamber.org/Golf to register. 2014 sponsors: Print & Web People, Charter Business, Delmar Gardens & Garden Villas of O’Fallon, Quintessential Catering, City of O’Fallon, Country Side Flooring America, CenturyLink, and Vogelsang Pest Management. Golf Tournament proceeds benefit the mission of the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce: The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce is committed to promoting economic vitality in O’Fallon and the St. Charles County Region while providing members with networking opportunities, education, and advocacy in public policy decisions affecting business.
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leads were passed during the month of JUNE by the members our leads groups!
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Member anniversaries Thank you!
Congratulations and thank you to the following companies who as of May 2014 have been O’Fallon Chamber members for... 1 Year • Allergy and Asthma Consultants • DSH Group LLC • RP Contracting LLC 2 Years • Brinkley Elite Painting • Duke Partners • Healthy Life Chiropractic & Wellness • Insurance Store, Inc • Pac Van, Inc • Personal Care Products, Inc. • Spectrum Glass, Inc.
3 Years • Missouri Baptist University 4 Years • IQ Fast Print 5 Years • Swiss Air 6 Years • Rivers Plumbing Company, LLC 8 Years • Midwest Agency
11 Years • Fritz’s Frozen Custard 13 Years • Creative Stitches 14 Years • Bob Evans Restaurant
21 Years • St. Charles County Executive Office 24 Years • Missouri Career Center of St. Charles
18 Years • Falls Golf Club 19 Years • Commerce Bank - E Elm
Member Events
News from our members Keep up to date with events from your fellow members. Check out www.ofallonchamber.org for more member news and events. July 10, 2014 O’Fallon Rotary Club Breakfast Holy Cross Lutheran Church 7:30 - 9:00 AM July 12, 2014 River City Rascals Bobblehead Night River City Rascals Ball Park 7:00 - 10:00 PM WingHaven Summer Concert Series The Boardwalk Amphitheatre 6:00 - 10:00 PM
Grand Opening Celebration O’Fallon Modern Dentistry 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM July 14, 2014 Blood Drive Sunrise United Methodist Church 3:30 - 7:30 PM July 15, 2014 Travel Show Open House Peoples Savings Bank 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM July 16, 2014 Charge It Right Seminar O’Fallon Family YMCA 6:30 - 8:00 PM
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July 17, 2014 O’Fallon Rotary Club Breakfast Holy Cross Lutheran Church 7:30 - 9:00 AM
July 24, 2014 O’Fallon Rotary Club Breakfast Holy Cross Lutheran Church 7:30 - 09:00 AM
Generations in the Workforce Community Commons at Spencer Road Library 9:00 - 11:00 AM
July 26, 2014 Open House Jam Mozingo Music 2:00 - 04:00 PM
July 21, 2014 Networking @ The Rail The Brass Rail 4:30 - 06:30 PM
WingHaven Summer Concert Series The Boardwalk Amphitheatre 6:00 - 10:00 PM August 6, 2014 WingHaven Merchants Monthly Meeting Midwest Bank Centre 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Chamber Snapshot Cheese!
Check out our members in action at this month’s O’Fallon Chamber events!
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