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Kirkwood Hosts Gateway Championships This home is located on Blackmer Place in Webster Groves. This home is not for sale.

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Sam Habecker (#1) and Chris Knickmeyer (#9) race to the fin sh in the Cheetahs Mixed division of the Gateway Speedskating Championships meet, held Feb. 28 at the Kirkwood Ice Arena. Habecker took top honors in the Mixed Cheetahs division. | photo by Ursula Ruhl

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Award Winners To Be Honored March 12

the community and local businesses, as well as supporting the Kirkwood School District. Many businesses have not made it through the last year, and that has hit Kuhlmann hard. “Jon’s love f or, and dedication to, our community is evident. He has been passionate to help small businesses, shedding tears for those individuals we have lost this year and the businesses that did not survive. He has put forth a tremendous effort to help support his f ellow small businesses,” according to the chamber.

This year’s awards gala will be a mix of virtual & limited attendance at LiUNA Event Center Winners have been selected f or Businessperson of the Year, Citizen of the Year, Volunteer of the Year and Commitment to Community f or the Kirkwood-Des Peres Area Chamber of Commerce. Businessperson Of The Year The Businessperson of the Year Award for 2020 goes to Jon Kuhlmann, owner of Kirkwood Florist. The fl wer shop has been an anchor business in Kirkwood for over 65 years. Kuhlmann, born and raised in Kirkwood, “has shown grace while helping others and has demonstrated that he is a leader who can be trusted and looked up to.” While navigating COVID-19, Kuhlmann has remained committed to supporting other small local businesses during this unusual and dif f icul time of the pandemic. He has kept the Kirkwood Florist staff healthy and employed by working seven days a week so his dad, Eric Kuhlmann, doesn’t have to come into the shop and his staf f can enjoy a day off. He also hosted the f i st in-person chamber event last July on the Kirkwood Florist parking lot. Kuhlmann has helped other small businesses that have struggled this year, offering a $25 gift card to anyone

Businessperson Of The Year Jon Kuhlmann who brought in a receipt showing $50 spent at a local restaurant. He also showed his loyalty to small businesses by making a conscious effort to dine out at and order lunches for his employees from local restaurants. Kuhlmann craf ted a Facebook post describing his creative way to support Downtown Kirkwood restaurants, and Kirkwood restaurant owners benefi ed f rom his vision and actions. He also kept his promise to do all his Christmas shopping at small local businesses. Over the past year, Kirkwood Florist has made several donations to

Four Former Great Circle Employees Charged With Child Abuse

Citizen Of The Year Noa Vazquez is the 10-year-old Kirkwood super star who has been making thousands f o homemade masks and reinvesting the money back into the local economy. For her selfle s efforts, she has been selected by the Kirkwood-Des Peres Area Chamber of Commerce as its Citizen of the Year for 2020. Vazquez began making masks in March 2020. With the help of her mom, Susan Perlman, the dynamic duo can create up to 20 masks per hour. Vazquez has personally sold about half of the masks, bringing in more than $10,000. The rest of the masks are sold at Sammy Soap in Downtown Kirkwood, where the store keeps 100% of the proceeds. Sammy Soap is a job creation organization f or adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

by Jaime Mowers Four f ormer employees of Great Circle have been charged with abusing children with autism at the behavioral health agency in Webster Groves. The charges come just two weeks af ter Great Circle announced the residential program at its Webster Groves campus — the organization’s headquarters — will be ending. All other operations in Webster will continue. Andrew Wright, Dwayne Jennings, Amara Jorden and Wayne Roberts were charged Monday, March 1, with f elony abuse of a health care recipient that caused physical, sexual or emotional harm or injury to the victim, according to the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office All f our physically abused children who have autism, according to the charging documents. Jorden was charged with two counts of abuse, while the three men were each charged with one count of abuse. Jennings, 22, and Wright, 27, were seen on video “physically assaulting a non-verbal autistic child,” according to Webster Groves Police Department reports f iled with the arrest warrants. Jorden, 23, and Roberts, 24, are accused of “physically abusing a 40-pound autistic

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At the age of 94, Mary Roth’s kindness is a reminder that we’re never too old to make a difference. Roth, a Shrewsbury resident and retired accountant, has spent the COVID-19 pandemic stepping up her knitting game. Although she’s practiced the craft for most of her life, she went all out in 2020, knitting 193 hats to give to people in our communities and beyond. “It’s really what keeps me going these days,” said Roth, noting it takes her about f i e hours to knit one of her signature hats. “Sometimes I do one (hat) in one day, but I usually split it up over two days.” Just two months into 2021, she’s already made 52 of her brightly-colored hats f or those who might not otherwise have one. “I smile when I think of all of the heads that have been warmer in this f rigid weather because of Mary,” said Karen Zelle of the Webster Shepherd’s Center, where Roth is a client. “She’s a great example of somebody who really cares.” She’s also a great example that we can each make a difference at any age. Roth

began knitting in earnest in 2002 af ter her husband died. She’s knitted over 2,000 hats since then — giving away every single one.

Mary Roth Many of Roth’s handcraf ted hats go to charities in the area, which then distribute them to those in need. She also gives them to fellow residents at St. Joseph Apartments, where she’s lived for the past 33 years. “I have a lot of f riends here and somebody will mention they need a hat or know of somebody who needs one. I give

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them to anybody who needs a hat,” she said. Roth said her generosity is only made possible by that of others, as most of the yarn she uses to make the hats is gifted to her by f riends, neighbors and those who know she loves to knit. “I’m very blessed to be able to do this because most of the yarn is given to me,” she said. “Because someone else has been very kind, I can be kind, too.” And the kindness just goes ’round and ’round, and the ripples keep spreading. And that’s exactly what Buzzing Love aims to do — spread more love and kindness. Join us. “Bee” part of the movement — all you have to do is practice kindness. For more information, visit www.buzzinglove. org or f ind Buzzing Love on Facebook @ BuzzingLove and Instagram @buzzing_ love. We also encourage everyone to share acts of kindness with us on social media via the hashtag #buzzinglove. Better yet, email me at jmowers@ timesnewspapers.com or give me a buzz at 314-968-2699 and let me know when you spot kindness in our communities. I’d love to feature it in my next column.

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News Webster Groves Community Days Parade On For 2021

Lions Need New Location For July 4 Carnival & Barbecue

by Mary Shapiro While it’s not clear whether a carnival will be part of this year’s Webster Groves July 4 Community Days celebration, it is certain that the traditional parade will go on. The parade will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 3, with a f i eworks show on Sunday, July 4, according to Webster Groves officia . “In 2010 and 2004, when July 4 was on a Sunday, we moved the parade to Saturday,” said Scott Davis, director of Parks and Recreation for the city of Webster Groves. The city has decided to do the same this year. The city of Webster Groves must still get approval f or mass gatherings f rom St. Louis County, and will observe all county guidelines regarding COVID f or this activity, as well as others that are being scheduled in the months ahead.

by Mary Shapiro The Webster Groves Lions Club July 4 Carnival & Barbecue is without a home — at least for now. Webster Groves Director of Parks and Recreation Scott Davis said during a recent council work session that of f icial with the Lions Club have not been able to get approval to use the Moss Field parking lot from the Webster Groves School District for the carnival. The parking lot is currently undergoing renovations related to those at Hixson Middle School. “They’ve asked if they could return to using the city’s Memorial Field, where the carnival was hosted for many years in the past, or else a f ield at Blackburn or Southwest parks,” Davis said. “However, Memorial Field would be a problem since the city has done a lot of renovations there since the last time the carnival was hosted there.” Davis said the last time the carnival

was located on Memorial Field, in 2016, more than $40,000 in repairs were needed afterward. Davis said the city has put in new pop up sprinkler heads and that those devices would be unable to handle large tractor trailers — such as those used by carnival companies — driving over them without breaking and costing thousands of dollars in repairs. Davis said the Lions also asked about the possibility of using the city’s entire recreation complex parking lot. In the last f ew years, the carnival has used about a third of the parking in f ront of the city’s complex in addition to the adjacent Moss Field parking lot. “To not have parking at all on the rec center lot over 10 days would be tough for members of our fitne s center, camps, gym, ice rink and more,” Davis said. “We would lose $7,000 to $15,000

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Webster Groves School District

District Preparing For Upcoming State Testing Tests to determine student achievement during time of pandemic by Melissa Wilkinson The state will conduct Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) and Endof -Course (EOC) testing beginning in April, but test sizes will be reduced by 25% f rom normal years by removing some items. During the Webster Groves School District Board of Education meeting on Feb. 25, Jason Adams, the district’s assistant superintendent f or learning, said the state’s Department f o Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) is continuing with the tests this year to determine the impact of the pandemic on Missouri students. The district is expected to test both virtual and in-person students. All

testing must be conducted in person, even for students who have been virtual the entire year. A communication on Friday, Feb. 26, went out to parents of students in grades three to eight regarding MAP testing windows. Sign-ups open on March 12, with virtual students testing April 5-16. Responsive students will test April 19May 27. For grades nine through 12, a communication regarding End-of Course exams went out on Feb. 15, and testing begins March 10. Director of Institutional Technology Tim Brown said testing locations are being considered at this time. “Our plan is to make sure f amilies and students f eel saf e when they enter the building. There’s reasons they chose to have their kids go virtual,” he said. “It makes it a bit challenging when we’re currently using all the spaces in the buildings, so we’re looking at creative

ways to schedule the spacing and locations.” Adams said there’s a possibility f or a reduction in federal funding if 95% of students do not take their exams. Such funding includes grants for free/reduced lunch, learning supports, and staff education and enrichment programs such as socio-emotional learning and physical education. “We know and we honor that families made the hard decision to participate in the virtual program out of concern,” he said. “I’m concerned we may not be able to reach that 95% threshold. We’ll do our best, but at the same time, we want the message to be supportive of our families and students. If the family has concerns about participating in testing, they can reach out to their school. We do have a process to document that concern, so if we need to hold ourselves accountable to DESE, we can.”

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Council Holds Hearing On 2021-22 Budget Economic uncertainty leads to conservative general revenue request by Melissa Wilkinson The Kirkwood City Council entertained a hearing on Feb. 18 for the city’s budget for fi cal year 2021-2022. According to Director of Finance Sandy Stephens, the proposed budget f or f i cal 2021-22 includes anticipated income reserves available to f und the total citywide appropriation request of $90,359,000, with the general f und and the electric f und comprising 31% and 35% of the total, respectively. Due to the economic uncertainty brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, Stephens said this year’s general budget request is conservative and has been reduced by $330,000 compared to the current f i cal year’s budget. The general budget f unds city services, which include public saf ety,

police and fi e. Grant revenues are predicted to be around $1,213,000 f or various street improvement projects. Grants are expected to cover nearly 80% of proposed infrastructure improvements. The budget also includes an appropriation f o $2,545,000 f or payments on various leases, as well as a request to reappropriate $9,543,000 for previously-approved projects, including those on Geyer and Manchester roads, that will be incomplete as of March 31, 2021 — the final day of the previous fi cal year. The council also heard a hearing for the 2021-22 budget f or the Downtown Kirkwood Special Business District. According to Stephens, revenue has been difficul to predict due to the effects of the pandemic. As such, the upcoming budget is similar to that of f i cal year 2021. Stephens said the district will not spend all its appropriations f rom the previous budget and discretionary

spending will be conducted caref ully, knowing that there could be reduced revenue due to f ewer f ees f rom business licenses. The proposed budget anticipates revenues of $363,900 and expenditures of the same amount. The budget includes a slight increase in the district’s facade improvement program due to the program’s high demand in the previous fi cal year. At the same time, the district is preparing f or expenses in advertising, special events and other items to support the growth of its businesses. Stephens said planned special events include a return of the summer concert series, the Route 66 Cars and Guitars Festival, and Shop Small All Season Long. Copies of the proposed budgets are available on the city’s website under the “f inance” tab f or citizen viewing. First readings were scheduled f or the next city council meeting on Thursday, March 4, the outcome of which was not available at press time.

Webster-Kirkwood Times Now Offers Recycling ption In addition to the current locations to recycle your grocery bags, the Webster-Kirkwood Times is now offering a new recycling option f or disposing of its red plastic delivery bags. During normal business hours, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., a recycling container will be located just inside the f ront door of the of f ice located at 122 W. Lockwood Ave. in Old Webster. The container is to be used for red newspaper bags only. The Times plans to employ other methods to help keep streets clean and our communities beautiful.

Kirkwood Schools

District Virtual Candidate Forum March 11 In partnership with the League of Women Voters, a virtual candidate f orum f or the Kirkwood School District Board of Education will be held on Thursday, March 11, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. For the link to the watch the f orum or to submit questions bef orehand, visit kirkwoodschools. org/KSDBOE2021. Questions may be submitted until March 9. The f orum will also be streamed on the Kirkwood School District YouTube channel. Three candidates have f iled f or two open positions on the Kirkwood School District Board of Education. In the order of their filing,the candidates are Jean Marie Andrews, Angelina (Angie) Bernardi and Allen B. McCoy. Andrews and Bernardi are the incumbents.

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Survey Results “Encouraging” by Melissa Wilkinson Webster Groves School District Superintendent John Simpson said the district has so f ar received “encouraging” results f rom a staff, student and parent survey gauging its response to COVID-19. Out of the surveys received, Simpson said 90% of parents agree with how the district is handling pandemic saf ety, along with 70% of students and 60% of staff. The survey also asked students and f amilies if they would select a virtual or responsive program next year. So far, 82% of those surveyed selected inperson learning, with 14% undecided and only 4% selecting virtual. Simpson said based on f inal survey results, the district will look into producing its own virtual programming, should the demand exist. The district currently offers virtual classes through partnered platforms Edgenuity and Launch. Beginning March 15, teachers and school staf f will become eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Simpson said that while vaccinating employees is a “gigantic priority” f or the district, details f or the vaccine rollout have yet to be provided at a county level.

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Old Webster Redevelopment Project is Not Good for Webster Groves or the Environment

The Eastern Screech Owls live in the Shady Creek Nature Sanctuary and needs to move along corridors for foraging.

The Old Webster Redevelopment Project will include eight 7-story office/retail buildings and a row of townhomes along Kirkham Ave. The Great Rivers Greenway (GRG) Riverwalk would strip the trees and natural cover along Shady Creek, filling the floodplain. Both planned development projects will create a highdensity urban environment with increased population, traffic, noise, and storm-water runoff which will result in a loss of wildlife. Some of the reasons that make Webster Groves such a pleasant place to live; quiet, tree-lined streets, and plenty of greenspace, would be changed forever.

The Shady Creek Nature Sanctuary has become a prize asset to Webster Groves, with many residents working to replace invasive species with native plants, creating a high-quality habitat for birds and other wildlife. Over 90 different types of birds have been identified in the Nature Sanctuary, including 23 listed species. The listed birds include Missouri Species of Conservation Concern and rare neotropical migratory songbirds. Birds avoid high-density urban areas, due to increased noise and light pollution. Moreover, collisions with high-rise windows result in the death of many birds. The Webster Groves Nature Study Society has submitted comments to the City strongly opposing the project. The GRG walkway (a proposed 10-foot-wide asphalt road) on the banks of Shady Creek, would extend through most its length. This will destroy the many benefits of stream buffers; reducing floods, improving water-quality, and providing habitat/movement corridors for many wildlife species. One of the best ways to preserve the Shady Creek Nature Sanctuary biodiversity is to preserve it and the near-by natural communities directly impacted by the Redevelopment Project, especially along streams. Connected habitat is far more valuable than isolated habitat. Please help keep Webster Groves a pleasant place to live and preserve our biodiversity!

For more information regarding this project and to sign the petition against the current proposal go online to:

webstergrovesresidents.org 314-833-7740 Proposed Old Webster Redevelopment and GRG road.

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March 5 – 11, 2021 The Webster-Kirkwood Times welcomes readers to state their opinions in Mailbag, but the discourse must be civil. Personal attacks, inflamm tory rhetoric, false or potentially libelous statements will not be published. We reserve the right to determine whether letters meet these standards, and decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Parents Should Remain Civil When Discussing Ideas At a recent Kirkwood School District Board of Education meeting, the board discussed the decision to return to f ull day, in-person learning on Monday, March 15. I was appalled by the community reaction. As I watched the conversation, an onslaught of statements proclaimed parents wishing for a return to full days as “bullies,” “entitled” and “privileged.” A group of parents, simply advocating f or their children, have been declared a danger to others, solely because they

have utilized their right to speak on pressing community issues. All Kirkwood School District students have been gif ted with the privilege f o attending Kirkwood schools. The district has provided unending support to students f rom all backgrounds, both in-person and virtual. The return to full days is not an attack. It is not a move f rom “entitled” Kirkwood parents. No, this is a move f rom concerned parents — ones who know what is best

f or their children. We must f oster an environment for all Kirkwood School District students. I do not ask that we f orce students into buildings. I do not ask that you support the idea to return. I simply ask that you remain civil when discussing ideas. I ask that we do not name call, accuse others or make assumptions. We are all Kirkwood residents. Show your Pioneer pride. Nicholas Whittington Kirkwood

Praise For Coverage Of Webster Pool Policy Change The Webster-Kirkwood Times’ story, “Webster Pool Policy Change Has Historical Signifi ance” (Feb. 26 issue) covering the history of the pool and my f ather were indicative of the excellent fact-finding done at the Times. I remember only too well that hot

summer day standing beside my dad and the other Black taxpayers as we stood for hours watching the folks in the fenced pool watch us outside sweating. My f amily has always been gratef ul for the way the Times has reported on the activism of Benny W. Gordon Jr.,

our hero. As he was f ond of saying: “It takes the black and white keys to play the Star Spangled Banner.” May you continue to live long and prosper. Benny W. Gordon III Webster Groves

Weighing In On Federal Minimum Wage Increase There has been much discussion in the news about the minimum wage aspect of the stimulus plan. However, I have not heard much about two items. First is the question: Who should be the primary supporter of employees — employer or we taxpayers? Currently, taxpayers provide much more in health care, food stamps, rent assistance, etc.

Meanwhile, the employer is counting his/her profits and complaining about their high taxes. If they paid higher wages, many employees would be tax payers rather than tax benef ic aries, thereby lowering the employer’s tax burden — and mine. Second, employers complain they cannot afford to pay more, so they will

have to lay of f employees. However, if employees are earning up to twice as much income to consume products, employers will need more employees to make and sell more products. Sounds profitable to me, and might reduce my taxes — and yours. Martin Walsh Glendale

Making Monsters Of Those With Differing Views As a newcomer to Kirkwood, I’ve been taken by the content and tone of the letters published in the Mailbag. The majority appear to be written by liberals, progressives, and/or Democrats. As such, they also tend to be critical and unkind to writers who are not — containing a good measure of accusation or blame aimed at conservatives and/or Republicans. As an Independent, I would like to encourage balance and respectf ul understanding of those who possess different perspectives f rom the

af orementioned. It is very probable many choose to vote conservative based on moral and religious values. Surely, both Webster Groves and Kirkwood include conservative Catholic, Protestant, Jewish, and even Muslim residents. As such, moral issues count heavily. For one, the issue of legally ending the lives of the unborn, about-to-be born, and partially born babies by tortuous methods is primary, which is lost on the Democratic Party today. (I grew up in a Democrat family.) Then there are also issues related to

sexual morality. One can disagree with those values yet understand from where they originate and how important they are to religious people. And, yes, these same people care about all lives and either contribute to or participate in works of charity despite accusations they don’t. Let’s resist making monsters of those who perceive and vote differently — a sorry trend today by many. Helen Louise Herndon Kirkwood

N. Ballas Traffic tudy Before New Construction St. Louis County has plans to resurf ace North Ballas Road between Manchester and Dougherty Ferry Road during 2021-2022. There are also plans to build a large commercial nursing home f acility on the empty lot of 600 N. Ballas Road during this same time frame. If the two projects proceed simultaneously, travel on this section of Ballas Road will be nearly impossible. My true concern is, ifthe commercial nursing home f acility is built, traffic on this section of Ballas will become extremely dangerous. There are no crosswalks on this portion of Ballas.

There are no sidewalks on the east side of Ballas in this section. A summary of state compiled accident reports for this area has been supplied to the county. This section of Ballas Road is relatively narrow and is meant f or the residential traffic that it serves. Introducing ambulances, delivery trucks, shift workers and lots of visitor traffic will only lead to making this portion of Ballas Road unsaf e. The lot at 600 N. Ballas is a low spot in the road and has limited visibility of traffic moving north. Turning into the proposed facility from the north will be

asking for an accident to happen. Because of these concerns I have requested that the county request a Federal Highway Study/Road Saf ety Audit. The cost of such a study should be less than a consultant traffic study. Any cost of such a study can be underwritten by the commercial concern that is proposing the building of the nursing home on Ballas. The Road Safety Audit would benefit not only the developer, but the whole residential community that lives in the area. David Anderson Kirkwood

Bring “Grace, Civility & Facts” To Public Discussions We wanted to respond to Janice Bender’s letter from Feb 22. Ms. Bender claims that President Biden signed an executive order that would “allow transgender girls to participate in allgirls high school sports,” theref ore affecting her daughter’s athletic career. We were curious about this and af ter doing some research f ound that President Biden’s order extends protections f rom the 2020 Supreme Court decision Bostock v. Clayton County, which protects the rights of our LGBTQ+ citizens. He did not impose any new guidelines on school

sports, nor did the executive order tie any educational institution’s f ederal f unding to allowing biologically male athletes access to women’s sport teams and scholarships. Theref ore, those allegations are untrue. But most importantly, we do not appreciate the vitriol toward the young people in our community who take the courageous step of living how they identify. This type of discourse creates a hostile environment that our kids see and emulate. They then learn to react in a hostile way toward the rights of others.

We are asking, f or the sake of our community, please bring grace, civility and facts when discussing these issues, especially when they involve our children. We also need to set an example of inclusiveness and teach our kids that when others gain, it takes nothing away from us. Rights are not a pie — more for someone else does not mean less f or you. Equality benefits us all. Jenny Anderson, Leah Bronstein, Shanon Feltmann, Jen Layer, Hollie Regalo, Amy Soell Kirkwood

Thanks For Clearing Paths

I would like to commend the Kirkwood Parks Department f or its work clearing sidewalks and walkways in Kirkwood Park af ter the recent heavy snowfall. I was able to walk saf ely all last week when other nearby municipalities had not cleared any snow f rom their paths. It is so important to be able to get outside, f or both mental and physical health, during these times that I was doubly appreciative of their work. Many thanks indeed! Ruth Baldwin Kirkwood

Sound Advice

Dear People of Kirkwood, We should wash hands more so no one gets sick and the coronavirus goes away forever, and we should stay safe so everyone will be back to normal again. We should wear masks all the time and wash hands with soap all the time. Hope you stay safe! Yasmine, 2nd Grader Keysor Elementary School

“Cheap Shot” At Educators

I am writing to address an issue I had with the latest column f rom Publisher Randy Drilingas, “Where Have All The Good Times Gone!” In his Feb. 19 column, Drilingas comes to the baffling conclusion that when school districts have f ewer snow days it leads to f urthering the decline of the American education system, as well as an emotional depression in young people that will linger throughout their adulthood. This stretch f o logic, albeit conf ounding, was not enough to motivate me to write in. However, Mr. Drilingas crosses a line when he clumsily takes aim at educators in the form of a list of poorly conceived rhetorical questions. In the words of the author: “How and when did we lose the ability to plan a school year with built-in snow days and make it work? Is it a simple case of ‘Because we can, we should? Is it about money? Or, are some schools just not good enough to get it done anymore?’” The first three questions do not indicate the author has put a great amount of thought into the subject of schooling, but the last question is downright uncalled for. I wish I could show Mr. Drilingas everything I have seen in the past several months as a substitute teacher here in St. Louis. Given the nature of my job, I have put in time at a number of elementary schools, middle schools and high schools. Not once has a thought so asinine as “Are some schools not good enough to get it done?” ever occurred to me. Quite the contrary; the teachers and staf f I have met are going to inspiring lengths to instruct their students. In the f uture, Mr. Drilingas ought to reconsider taking cheap shots at educators over an issue — let’s face it— as frivolous as snow day policy. Mathias Muschal Webster Groves

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Mr. Gary by Stefanie Downs email: stefaniedowns26@gmail.com

Since we have become “Front Yard People,” we have become really good f riends with our neighbor, Mr. Gary. We used to talk to him in passing, but now, whenever we hear his garage door open, my kids all go running: “HELLO MISTER GA-RAY!” By the time he emerges in his red motorized scooter, he has an audience of three young boys waiting to tell him all about their adventures of the day. They ramble about school, baseball practices and upcoming plans. He can only understand every third word out of their mouth, but he smiles at their excitement, regardless of the missed messages. Mr. Gary was recently diagnosed with cancer. As a single man with grown children who have moved away, he has been forced to lean on others for help. He retired f rom the police f orce years ago, and the independence that once defined him is slowly slipping away. While this is hard to watch, it’s also been a healthy reminder of how much we need other people. He has a friend who drives him to and from hospital appointments, someone who takes out the trash, a neighbor who cooks all of his meals, and he’s even been known to rope the mailman into helping him move things in his backyard. Other cultures do not operate independently. In fact, the cornerstone of many cultures is community. Conversely, our culture seems to put a greater value on independence and autonomy. We pride ourselves on pulling ourselves up by our bootstraps without needing to ask f or help. I can’t imagine that when Mr. Gary was in the prime of his life he pictured a day when he would feel so helpless. But, as

I watch the days unravel and his condition deteriorate, I am reminded that community is not just extraneous —it is actually the lifeline we all need. My greatest f ear is that if we don’t practice asking f or help and expressing our needs now, when we get to the end stage of our lives and needing help is no longer optional, our pride will inhibit our experience. We will live in a cloud of shame as we are being cared for by others in what may be our final days. I urge you to buck against the stigma around needing and asking f or help. Somehow we have become conditioned to equate needs with weakness — these are not the same things. We are designed to depend on others, and we need to give ourselves permission to ask f or help without feeling ashamed. What does that look like for you today? I think it looks like saying “yes” when someone offers to help. And the more you offer help to others, the less guilt and shame you’ll feel when you receive it. So offer to help someone else, even when it requires a sacrifice on your part. Make no mistake though — these are habits not easily broken. Just the other day, I had a nice gentleman ask if I needed help lugging my stroller up a flight of stairs at the park and I instinctively said, “Oh, that’s OK. I’ve got it.” This is a habit that has been deeply ingrained, and requires a conscious effort to break. But if we work at it now, when we get to the end of our lives or the point when we need help, we’ll be able to look at the people around us and be enamored by their compassion instead of being distracted by our own iniquities.

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Joey Dodson laces up his skates before his race on Sunday, Feb. 28. Dodson has been skating for four years. Skaters hold their ears, awaiting the starter pistol to fi e, marking the beginning of a race. From left are: Naavya Dwivedi (#62), R.J. Martin (#19), Abdullah Sadiq (#56), Noel Donovan (#30) and Sawyer Niemeth (#8).

Gateway Championships 2021 Even a pandemic can’t slow these kids down The Kirkwood-based Gateway Speedskating Club has held its annual Gateway Championships for more than 50 consecutive years. This year’s Feb. 28 competition, while smaller and with restrictions in place to adhere to COVID-19 safety guidelines, featured 30 young skaters competing in eight different divisions. As in past years, the event was held at the Kirkwood Ice Arena, home to the Gateway Speedskating Club since 1973. The Gateway Speedskating Club typically has 40 to 50 skaters each season. There’s a place for everyone — those who have never skated before or seasoned skaters who have become top competitors. Membership ranges in age from fi e to 80 years old, and the camaraderie and encouragement among them not only fosters personal bests, but a fun, family environment.

Sawyer Niemeth, age 4, receives words of encouragement from her dad, Justin Niemeth. The Niemeths live in Glendale and this is Sawyer’s fi st season speedskating.

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From left are: Yahya Sadiq (#61), Bryce Albrecht (#63), Danielle Summers (#55), Andrea Salvati (#18) and Safi e Sadiq (#7).

Sidney Miranda (left) helps Naavya Dwivedi put on her blade guards following a race.

Andrew Sonn (#6) and Mason Vehlenwald (#28) compete in the Tigers Mixed division on Sunday. Sonn won the division and Vehlenwald fin shed second.

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Freshman Legislator Jo Doll

Webster Groves resident serves double-duty as State Rep & member of school board by Don Corrigan Teachers will be eligible f or vaccinations against COVID-19 starting March 15. State Rep. Jo Doll, D-Webster Groves, said that’s great, but long overdue news for teachers, parents and students. Doll, a f reshman legislator elected in November, said she gets plenty of constituent f eedback on all local and state school issues. Current local concerns are pandemicrelated and focus on in-person learning and the problems that arise with virtual learning and the internet. The state issues taking precedence concern proposals on public money f or charter schools, school vouchers and f inancial resources for public education in a postpandemic world. “I think I can bring a unique perspective to these issues as a sitting school board member in the Webster Groves School District,” said Doll. “I think local control is paramount when it comes to making decisions about safely returning to in-person learning. We on the board decided our superintendent was the best person to make the decision as to whether we would be returning to in-person learning. “The district has done a great job at getting kids back to school at least part-time in a saf e way,” Doll added. “Distance learning is never ideal, but I do think most districts have figu ed out how to make it work and keep students engaged. It is an ongoing challenge to ensure that students are not getting lost or f eeling isolated during distance learning.” Two encouraging signs, according to Doll: First, the CDC has said that COVID transmission is unlikely in schools fi precautions are strictly f ollowed. Second, teacher vaccinations are becoming available, and she hopes all teachers will take the necessary steps to get vaccinated. Doll said it’s important that state leaders and legislators provide an example when it comes to wearing masks, social distancing and getting

“The district has done a great job at getting kids back to school at least part-time in a safe way. Distance learning is never ideal, but I do think most districts have figu ed out how to make it work and how to keep students engaged.” — State Rep. Jo Doll vaccinated. She said people need to stop and reflect on the fact that 500,000 Americans have died in one year of the pandemic — that is 10 times the number of U.S. f atalities in the years of the Vietnam War. “In the Capitol building where I work, a majority of my colleagues on the other side of the aisle ref use to wear masks, observe social distancing or comply with any public health guidelines,” lamented Doll. “At the beginning of session, they even voted down a House rule requiring masks on the House floo . “Regrettably, I think they take their cues from party leadership, namely the governor,” continued Doll. “Gov. Parson is rarely seen in a mask in public, was one of the last governors to issue a stayat-home order, rolled back restrictions on bars and gatherings f aster than most states, and never implemented a statewide mask mandate.” She added that Parson and his wif e also did not publicize their getting vaccinated. “We need to be leading by example and inspiring con f idence in the vaccines,” she said. “And the vaccine rollout has been chaotic at best, with a concerning pattern of vaccination events happening almost exclusively in rural areas and a disproportionate allocation of doses going to rural areas

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instead of population centers like St. Louis.” Cooperation Across the Aisle Despite unhealthy partisanship on pandemic issues, both statewide and nationally, Doll said she does see hopeful signs of Republicans and Democrats working together in Missouri. She cited a bipartisan caucus of f reshmen legislators f ormed to f ind common ground. “For all the vitriol and divisiveness in our politics today, there are issues where we can work together,” said Doll. “House Republicans and Democrats worked together to pass a bill to forgive federal unemployment benef it over-payments that the Parson administration wanted to collect. That bill passed out of the House on Monday (March 1), and it will alleviate a $120 million burden shared by almost 50,000 Missouri families.” Doll also cited other areas of cooperation such as criminal justice ref orm and police accountability. She said she has had Republican support on two bills that she has been working on. These involve sexual conduct offenses in the course of public duty, and provisions relating to the treatment of pregnant prisoners in county and city jails. She also has fileda bill which changes the laws regarding the taxation of feminine hygiene products and diapers. That measure also has been introduced by Rep. Mary Elizabeth Coleman, R-Arnold. Doll said she sees bipartisan moves to implement the expansion of Medicaid, which state voters passed over stiff epublican opposition. “Gov. Parson has included the appropriate funding for expansion in his annual budget proposal, so I hope that it will be moving f orward,” said Doll. “I am concerned that Rep. Cody Smith

(R-Jasper County) has introduced a bill which proposes a signif i antly smaller budget and does not provide adequate f unding f or Medicaid expansion, so we’ll have to see how this plays out in the House.” The state legislature has a track record of undermining initiatives that have been approved by Missouri voters. Voters have passed measures on gun saf ety, minimum wage increases and renewable energy that legislators have rolled back in past years. Now, Doll fears lawmakers want to attack the voter initiative process itself. “We’ve already seen several bills and resolutions introduced by Republicans specif i ally designed to impede the initiative petition process,” said Doll. “A lot of these resolutions make it much more dif f icul f or petitioners to reach thresholds to actually get their measures on the ballot. “The House Elections Committee has voted these bills out and I’m opposed to each and every one of them because these are nothing less than efforts to take votes away from the people,” added Doll. “We’ve seen this in the past. It all comes down to Republicans wanting sole control over the ability to create laws, which isn’t the way a democracy works. The people have a right to petition their government, and the people need that voice in their government.” Dynamic Defense Duo Doll said she enjoys working with another House member who represents parts of Webster Groves: Rep. Sarah Unsicker, D-Shrewsbury. She said they have already worked together on providing Webster Groves’ graduating seniors with certif i ates of recognition and she looks f orward to working with Unsicker to defend public education. Despite a health crisis and business closings in 2020-21, Missouri is expecting a signifi ant influx of revenue for 2022, and it will be up to the General Assembly to allocate those f unds where necessary. School districts have incurred many costs related to COVID, including safety equipment, technology needs and distance learning apparatus for students and teachers. “I will be advocating to send dollars to our public school system so districts can recover from the unexpected costs,” said Doll. “Public schools are one of our state’s primary responsibilities. We need to use the power of the purse to fulfill tho e responsibilities.” « continued on page 13

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Kirkwood-Des Peres Chamber March 12 Awards At LiUNA Event Center

Citizen of the Year Noa Vazquez

Volunteer of the Year Margie Schmitz

from page 1 The chamber describes Vazquez’s efforts as having been a tremendous help to the economy and small businesses of Kirkwood. How is Vazquez using the $10,000 she brought in from selling masks? Each week, she buys $100 worth of products f rom local businesses in Kirkwood and beyond, giving them a needed boost during this dif f icul time. She then donates the items she buys to area law enforcement and local organizations. “She’s amazing! A young, enthusiastic, economic genius!” according to the chamber. Volunteer of the Year Margie Schmitz, a marketing representative and licensed producer at Hardy Washington Jr. State Farm Insurance, has been selected by the Kirkwood-Des Peres Area Chamber of Commerce to receive the Volunteer of the Year Award for 2020. “I f ell in love with the idea of businesses getting together to help promote each other in the community,” said Schmitz, who joined the chamber in 1996. She immediately stepped up not

only to volunteer with the chamber, but also within the community. Although 2020 was a year like no other, Schmitz’s commitment to volunteering hasn’t missed a beat. This year, Schmitz’s community outreach included volunteering for Shop-With-ACop and Blessing Bags for those in need in Kirkwood. “My goal is to connect people with outreach resources like Kirk Care,” she said. According to the chamber, Schmitz wholeheartedly helps organizations that support children, animals and senior citizens. Over the past 25 years, she has volunteered in the Kirkwood School District on the PTO, with the Boy Scouts, at her church and with community groups like Moms of Meacham. Schmitz believes that everyone can make an impact in the community.

The Kirkwood-Des Peres Chamber of Commerce 2020 Awards will be presented at the 75th Annual Installation & Awards Gala on Friday, March 12, at the LiUNA Event Center, 4532 S. Lindbergh Blvd. in Sunset Hills. The “hybrid” event will run from 6 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $75 per person or $55 to attend virtually. Hors d’oeuvres will be delivered to homes prior to the event. In-person attendance will include hors d’oeuvres and cocktails, dinner, dessert, installation and presentation of awards. Black tie is optional. Visit www.kirkwooddesperes. com to RSVP prior to the event. For everyone’s safety, guidelines of social distancing, wearing face masks, hand sanitizer and limited capacity will be followed for those attending in person. Those attending virtually are encouraged to dress up for the event. “An easy fi st step is to just smile,” she said. “Put others fi st. Think about what you can do to show you care.” Schmitz said her role model growing up was Johnnie Mae Partlow, the “lovely lady” who helped raise her. “She taught me the importance of f inding good in people. This award is dedicated to her,” Schmitz said. Schmitz said her greatest accomplishments are her two sons, Daniel and Drew.

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Family Golf & Learning Center Kirkwood Facility Touts New Training & Performance Center When PGA of America teaching pro f essional Adam Betz f le t Meadowbrook Country Club more than two years ago, it wasn’t because he didn’t want to continue helping golf ers improve their game. Betz wanted to change what golf practice and training looked like in St. Louis. And now the 2001 Missouri State Champion who played on the Mini-Tour circuit has seen his dream come true with a new state-of -the-art clubhouse and golf perf ormance center at Family Golf and Learning Center in Kirkwood. Betz, who purchased Family Golf in 2018 and implemented a number of upgrades, is looking to create the area’s premier golf training experience with the opening of a new 12,500-square-foot indoor/outdoor practice area, training complex, clubhouse and golf shop that complement the facility’s existing ninehole par-three golf course, short-game area and multi-level driving range. “Being able to offer year-round training options f or golf ers of all levels is a way to introduce more people to golf, and give back to the game I love,” said Betz. “St. Louis defini ely has some great golf courses. I want to help grow the sport in the area by providing the golfing community with a f un and affordable experience that allows people to learn the game, practice their skills and play their best golf in an encouraging and friendly environment.” In addition to the facility’s nine-hole golf course and outdoor driving range with LED lighting and 30 heated yearround bays, Family Golf and Learning Center now features:

develop the next generation of golf ers by providing area youth the opportunity to discover and learn the game through Family Golf ’s junior golf programs, including junior leagues, camps, clinics and tournaments for children ages 6-16.

Golfers can work on their putting, chipping and pitching at the new 2,500-square-foot indoor practice facility at Family Golf & Learning Center. • A 2,500-squaref oot indoor practice facility with premium synthetic turf , indoor tee line and a synthetic putting/chipping area. • Multiple TrackMan golf simulators providing an innovative training, virtual golf and a f i st-class club f i ting experience. • A f itne s f acility powered by Elevated Performance and Performance Chiropractic, which provides access to TPI-certif ied trainers, coaches and programs f or personal assessment and golfer development. • The Back Nine, an indoor lounge, restaurant and bar with a terrace overlooking the outdoor practice area. • A f ull-service golf shop offering apparel, clubs, bags and other golf accessories.

The Virtual Practice Center allows players to take on some of the world’s premier golf courses.

• A club repair shop offering club repairs, personalization and gripping options. “While I’m proud of the new facility and can’t wait for people to have a chance to experience it, I can’t say enough about our incredible line up of seven PGA and LPGA golf prof essionals who make up our teaching staffand provide group and individual lessons and instruction,” said Betz. In addition to being the owner of Family Golf, Betz has become one of the area’s top instructors. “We now have everything in place to assist golfers at any level and help them improve every aspect of their game,” he said. Betz also is committed to helping

A Growth In Golf While COVID-19 has adversely affected a number of sports and industries, golf has actually seen growth f ollowing an initial dip due to statemandated course closures during the fi st months of last year. According to the National Golf Foundation, total rounds of golf were up 21% over the summer and retail sales of golf equipment were up 32% (year over year). Golf industry analysts are predicting the number of junior golfers could grow by as much as 20% this year. The NGF also reports there has only been one other year that saw a bigger rise in interest in the sport: In 1997, the year Tiger Woods became a massive sensation. Family Golf and Learning Center, recognized as a Top 50 Stand Alone Range by the Golf Range Association of America f or the last three years, is located at 3717 Tree Court Industrial Boulevard in Kirkwood. The complex is open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. seven days a week. To book lessons, the indoor simulators, group outings, play the par-three course or hit balls, call 636-861-2500. For more inf ormation about Family Golf and Learning Center, go to www. familygolfonline.com.

The driving range at Family Golf offers a state-of-the-art facility with LED-lighted, heated, year-round tees. Mats have two types of turf to simulate both fairway and rough.

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Director Gives Update On Efforts Toward District Equity by Melissa Wilkinson Shane Williamson, director f o diversity, equity and inclusion f or the Webster Groves School District, gave an update on the district’s recent equity work at the Feb. 25 school board meeting. As of August 2020, all certif ied staf f members have completed at least nine hours of anti-bias, anti-racism training. Board of education members, central of f ic staf f and administrative assistants have received two hours and support staff, along with f acilities and maintenance staff, will be trained in June, according to Williamson. The district recently implemented monthly training f or all school nurses. Two sessions have been conducted so far — the fi st on anti-bias training, the second on gender identity and LGBTQ+ terminology. A new social studies curriculum for grades K-8 is also being developed. Last month, the board approved the

district’s anti-bias, anti-racism policy. The district has since released a video to staff about the policy, as well as a video f or grades f i e through 12. Grades K-5 started an Anti-Bias Building Blocks program. Transition task f orces at Hixson Middle School and Givens Elementary have started developing policies and surveying students about school climate to prepare for the upcoming transition. Webster Groves High School has created a Principal Advisory Student Group composed of student leaders in each grade who have already shown interest in equity work. Williamson said schools have done “an amazing job” celebrating Black History Month with events held across the district. These included door decorating contests, read-alongs, plays, social media campaigns and daily announcements. Bristol Elementary School created a living museum in the hallway, with all grades contributing.

Expect COVID Considerations At Webster High Graduation by Melissa Wilkinson Webster Groves School District Superintendent John Simpson said there is an “extraordinarily high” chance that this year’s Webster Groves High School graduation on Friday, May 14, will look similar to last year’s in that it will be modif ied to accommodate COVID-19 concerns.

Simpson said graduation will likely occur outside on Moss Field with masks required and social distancing measures in place. Other possible modi f i ations include releasing graduates in waves, and spreading out locations and times to pick up diplomas.

Webster Lions Carnival & BBQ from page 1 in rentals and daily fees if no parking is available.” Davis said there are no other f acilities in the area large enough to host the carnival without having a negative impact on local businesses. Webster Groves City Councilman Emerson Smith said the recreation center parking lot “is not a viable option due to income loss.”

Mayor Gerry Welch admitted that “it may be time to rethink this event.” “Maybe an alternate activity works with Community Days going back to the old spirit of it, such as barbecue food trucks or just something smaller,” she said. “We know the carnival is not necessarily community based, and I hope we can think outside of the box on this.” Davis said that if the size of the carnival were smaller, it would open more opportunities for a location.

Webster Groves Freshman State Rep. Jo Doll from page 10 On other education issues, suburban and urban legislators are taking a dim view of the legislature’s latest push f or charter schools, scholarships to send kids to private schools and a school voucher program. Rep. Raychel Proudie, a Democrat f rom North St. Louis County, recently gave a House f loor speech on how all this was designed to hurt public schools, but

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This legislation is certainly not the way to help students of color and students from low-income families. “As I detailed on my social media last week, I am opposed to any and all efforts to f unctionally privatize public education,” added Doll. “Whether through charter school expansion, scholarship f unds or school vouchers, these efforts only serve to undermine

our public school system. Our efforts should be geared toward ensuring our public school districts have the resources they need to not only saf ely return to in-person learning, including vaccinating our teachers in an expedited manner, but also to have adequate f inancial resources beyond the pandemic.”

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Four Former Great Circle Employees Face Charges from page 1 child on multiple occasions,” according to the police records. As the Times went to press on Wednesday, none of them had been taken into custody, but the arrest warrants note bond for each will be set at $40,000. None are to have any contact with the victims. All staf f members involved were terminated after Great Circle leadership became aware of actions, according to Bev Pf eif er-Harms, director of marketing and communications f or Great Circle. “We promptly reported those actions to the appropriate authorities, conducted an internal review of the facts and terminated the staff members involved,” she said. “The alleged actions o f the f ormer employees are unacceptable and we are f ully cooperating with law enf orcement and child welfare authorities.” The St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Of f ic issued the warrants on Tuesday, March 2, as a result of the Webster Groves Police Department’s “continuing cooperative investigation with state and federal agencies.” Last month, FBI agents were seen at the Webster f acility at 330 N. Gore Ave. In the weeks prior, the Missouri Department f o Social Services Children’s Division suspended any new admissions to the campus. It’s not clear why federal authorities were there or why the state suspended admissions, but police records show three employees were arrested the day bef ore the state took action. Two women and a man were arrested Jan. 21 on suspicion of abusing a child or failing to report abuse, according to Webster

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Agency Plagued By Allegations Great Circle, the largest provider of residential treatment in the state f or children with behavioral challenges and developmental delays, has faced several lawsuits accusing administrators and staf f of child abuse at several of its locations. Two lawsuits recently f iled in St. Louis County allege a teen was stabbed by another student and an employee f ractured the wrist of a child — both occurring at the Webster campus. In 2019, f ormer Great Circle CEO Vincent D. Hillyer was charged with multiple f elony counts of endangering the welf are of a child and six f elony counts of abuse of a health care recipient that resulted in physical, sexual or emotional harm or injury to the victim, according to St. Louis County court records. Hillyer, 60, has pleaded not guilty to the charges. His next court date is scheduled for March 25. Details surrounding the charges suggested a pattern of Great Circle staf f being instructed not to call 911 when several children suffered serious injuries, according to court documents f ield with the charges. Those incidents allegedly occurred at Great Circle’s Webster campus in 2018 and 2019.

notif i ation last week about potential layoff . “There are still many unknowns surrounding the closing of the Webster Groves residential treatment program, including the actual number f o employees who ultimately will be let go as a result of the closing,” Great Circle spokesperson Pfeifer-Harms said. “The notices sent last week to our employees were designed to provide them with as much warning as possible so that they could seek other positions within Great Circle or another organization.” She added that Great Circle remains committed to assisting as many affected staff members as possible with opportunities to transition to positions currently open elsewhere in the organization. Pf eif er-Harms said there is no set closure date, but the residential treatment program in Webster will end as soon as all children are transferred to ref erring partners and other f acilities and programs. All other operations at the Webster

Residential Program Ending, Layoffs ending Great Circle of f icial declined to say how many children and staf f will be affected by the closure of the residential treatment program in Webster Groves, or when it will end. The facility is licensed to care for up to 68 children ages 6-21, and more than a hundred employees received letters of

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Area Crime Reports Des Peres • On Feb. 19, an intoxicated d river was arrested on southbound Interstate 270. The driver’s vehicle was towed. • On Feb. 20, a male subject at Macy’s in West County Center had a large number of clothing items in a stroller. When he was approached by a loss prevention employee, the subject dropped the items on the floor and left the store. He left the shopping center in a black Honda CRV and drove north on Interstate 270. • On Feb. 20, officers received a report of juveniles at the entrance to Schnuck’s, 12332 Manchester Road , throwing snowballs with rocks inside at vehicles. The juveniles were gone upon officer arrival. • On Feb. 21, an employee of Circle K at 12804 Manchester Road reported fin ing an arm in the garbage. Further investigation revealed the arm was a doll. • On Feb. 21, a suspicious person in Macy’s at West County Center gathered several coats in an attempt to steal them. When he observed a loss prevention employee, he left the store in an unknown direction. • On Feb. 21, an ambulance enroute to Sunrise Assisted Living was struck by a red sed an at Manchester and Barrett Station roads. The driver of the sed an and a juvenile passenger were transported to Mercy and St. Louis Children’s Hospital, respectively. • On Feb. 22, several units respond ed to a five-vehicle crash with one overturned on northbound I-270 between Big Bend Blvd. and Dougherty Ferry Road. • On Feb. 22, the driver side window of a Dod ge Challenger was shattered at West County Center. A silver VW was seen driving quickly away from the area. A Ford Fusion’s window was also discovered shattered the same day. • On Feb. 22, a vehicle was broken into at Walgreens, 12006 Manchester Road. • On Feb. 23, golf balls were stolen by a subject from West County Center.

Glendale • On Feb. 23 at 10:48 a.m., officers assisted the Kirkwood Police Department with stopping a d river wanted for road rage on Manchester Road in Kirkwood . Officers stopped the vehicle in the 9900 block of Manchester Road and issued the driver several traffic citations. • On Feb. 23 at 7:15 p.m., officers investigated a non-injury vehicle crash at the intersection of N. Sappington Road and W. Lockwood Avenue. • On Feb. 24 at 12:55 p.m., a 34-yearold St. Louis man was arrested in the 900 block of W. Lockwood Ave. and charged for having only one license plate, having an expired driver’s license and having no proof of insurance. He was also arrested as a fugitive of the Greene County Sheriff’s Department. He was released to the St. Louis County Justice Center for housing and extradition to Greene County, Missouri. • On Feb. 26 at 4:08 p.m., a client of European Auto Specialists, 9910 Manchester Road , reported his vehicle’s catalytic converter was stolen sometime between Feb. 12 and Feb. 26 while the vehicle was parked on the lot awaiting repairs.

Kirkwood/Oakland • On Feb. 24 at 10 a.m., a retail store

in the 10800 block of Manchester Road reported a shoplifting incident where an unknown person stole multiple bottles of alcohol valued at approximately $200. • On Feb. 24, a vehicle owner in the 300 block of South Clay reported damage to the interior seats of a parked, historical vehicle. The estimate to repair the damage is approximately $2,000. • On Feb. 26 at approximately 1:45 p.m., a car d ealership in the 10700 block of Manchester Road reported the overnight theft of a catalytic converter from a Toyota Prius. • On Feb. 27 at 7:34 p.m., officers were d ispatched to N. Kirkwood Road and Ad ams Avenue in response to an automobile collision. During the investigation, officers arrested the driver of the striking vehicle for driving while intoxicated. • During the week of Feb. 22-28, two shoplifting cases were reported and investigated from retail businesses in the 1000-1200 block of S. Kirkwood Road. • During the week of Feb. 22-28, along with regular calls for service and traffic enforcement, the Kirkwood Police Department respond ed to 19 resid ential/business alarms and 19 motor vehicle accid ents and assisted the Fire/EMS Department on 67 calls.

Rock Hill • On Feb. 19, a d iner at a restaurant in the 9500 block of Manchester Road reported her vehicle was struck in the parking lot. A side mirror was damaged.

Shrewsbury • On Feb. 22, police arrested a 33-year-old man and a 47-year-old woman for shoplifting from a business in the 7400 block of Watson Road. . • On Feb. 26, a resident of the 7800 block of Garden Avenue reported that her vehicle had been rifled through overnight. Items were taken. • On Feb. 26, a resident of the 7800 block of Gard en Avenue d iscovered her vehicle had been stolen from her d riveway. The valet key had been left inside. The vehicle was recovered later that day in the City of St. Louis. • On Feb. 26, a resident in the 7400 block of Murd och reported that the catalytic converter had been stolen from the undercarriage of their vehicle. • On March 1, a resident in the 7200 block of Murd och reported that the catalytic converter had been cut and stolen from the und ercarriage of her vehicle. The car had been parked in the driveway at the time of the theft.

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Patrick Matthews Wins “Firefig ter Of The Year” Honor In Webster

Opal, a southern rockhopper penguin, hatched at the Saint Louis Zoo on Dec. 11, 2020.

Penguin Chick Hatched At Saint Louis Zoo Now Has A Name: Opal A f emale southern rockhopper penguin hatched at Penguin & Puf f i Coast at the Saint Louis Zoo on Dec. 11, 2020. This is the f i st successf ul hatch of this species at the zoo in 11 years. The Saint Louis Zoo asked f or the public’s help in choosing a name f or the penguin chick f rom f our potential names selected by the bird keepers. The winning name is Opal. Out of 36,620 votes cast, Opal received 16,806 of them, or about half . Runner-up names were Pebbles, followed by Luna and Lumi. The chick’s journey began when mom, Star, age 18, laid an egg in a nest f ull of rocks and grasses caref ully built by dad, Rocky, also age 18. In the past, Star and Rocky had some dif f icu y successf ully incubating eggs on their own, so the bird care team decided to move the egg to an artif icial incubator at the Bird House to increase its chances of survival. Keepers gave

Star and Rocky a temporary “dummy” egg so they could continue to practice incubating. For 32 days, keepers monitored the chick’s progress during incubation. Every three days, the egg was weighed and briefly examined with a bright light to see the embryo and vessels inside. When the chick fi st started to break through its shell, the bird care team knew that it was time to place the egg under the parents’ watch. While Star and Rocky had made a wonderf ul nest, it was located right above open water and much too dangerous for a wiggling chick. The egg was instead carefully placed in the nest of another pair of southern rockhopper penguins — a female also named Rockie, age 25, and a male named, Buddha, age 13 — who were nesting in a much safer location. They became the chick’s foster parents.

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to the department and community, and has a strong commitment to public saf ety,” Welch said. “He has received numerous letters related to his exceptional perf ormance, and he is to be commended f or making our community a safer place to live.” She proclaimed Friday, March 5, as “Patrick Matthews Day” in the city. Webster Groves Fire Chief Tom Yohe commended Matthews as well. “Pat operates our equipment with an exemplary skill set and he’s always willing to share his knowledge with the younger guys,” he said. “With community outreach, he’s very dedicated. This past year, Pat was able to work out a plan to pay of f the unpaid lunch balance f or students in kindergarten through eighth grades in the Webster school district.” Matthews said: “I couldn’t do this without the support of my wif e and daughter, and the guys in the f i e department.”

Museum Of Transportation 2021 “Pistons & Pixels” Photo Contest Calling all amateur photographers! The National Museum f o Transportation in Kirkwood wants your photos. The 2021 “Pistons and Pixels” photo contest is open f or entries through July 31. Visitors can submit any photo taken of public exhibits at the museum, located at 2933 Barrett Station Road. Entrants may not touch, alter, climb on or disrupt museum artifacts in any way. Entrants may submit up to f i e

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STATE CHAMPS!

Webster High Senior Earns Recognition W e b s t e r Groves High School senior Anna Tetreault was chosen by the National Youth Orchestra to be an apprentice o r c h e s t r a librarian. She also Anna Tetreault earned a national honorable mention f or Aspirations in Computing f rom the National Center f or Women and Information Technology. At the high school, she is currently designing a computer program to write music as part of her Passion Pursuits class in the Chelsea Detrick Experiential Learning Center.

Student athletes from the Kirkwood Youth Hockey Association won the Blue Note Cup (PeeWee A2) State Championship on Sunday, Feb. 28, in a 3-2 overtime victory against the Springfi ld Spirit. Pictured with their medals are: (Front row) Parker McNichols, Jonah Nacke, William Roy, Carson Graham, Daniel Neuner, Hank Karlovic and Hayden Wilson. (Back row) Head Assistant Coach Eric Kaemmerer, Head Coach George McNichols, William Garthe, Andrew Hulsen, Daniel Shapovalov, Charlie Kaemmerer, Declan Riley, Daniel Marquitz, Colin Walters, Palmer Masson, Assistant Coach Conner Crory and Assistant Coach Pete Roy. Samuel Kennedy is not pictured.

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Obituaries Brawley, Erma. Once upon a time, a baby girl was born on March 31, 1925, named Erma Normay Brawley (AKA Little Mimi) in a small Ozark town called Hardage, Missouri. Her parents, George Arthur and Sarah Josephine (Broadf oot) Thompson, loved her and her many siblings, Wilma, Georgie, Albert, Frankie, Everett and Junior. Growing up in the “country” helped Erma develop oldf ashioned values and a strong work ethic. Her f amily f aced many happy times along with very dif f icul ones. Mrs. Brawley Upon her mother’s diagnosis of cancer, Erma, at a very young age, worked with her siblings to make money to pay for her medication. At age 15, she lost her mother and began her independent lif e journey. Leaving the Ozarks was a dif f icul choice, but without access to essentials, Erma was St. Louis bound in search of work. She worked at too many places to list in this Cliffs otes version of her story. She kept an “I can do it” attitude her whole life while working piece work during the war, as a purchasing agent at Old St. Luke’s Hospital, or as a bank teller at Farmers State Bank in Ellington. In her late 70s, she started a purse-making business with her granddaughter and was still sewing until this past f all, designing over 900 handbags in a variety of shapes, sizes and materials. Her purses became known and loved by many as Little Mimi Handbags. Erma treasured her f amily. In 1944, she married Jess Brawley Junior (predeceased 2000) and they had one amazing child, Ronald (predeceased, 2011) and daughterin-law, Carolyn (Loehrer) Brawley. She loved unconditionally, especially, her grandchildren: Karen (John) Drexler; David (Kathleen) Brawley; and Daniel (Anne) Brawley; and her great-grandchildren: Katie and Mitchell Drexler; and Patrick, Maggie, Connor, and Will Brawley. She had great affection for her many nieces and nephews. Education was very important to Erma. Although she did not have the opportunity to complete high school, she was able to set aside money for each of her grand and great-grandchildren to f urther their education. She never f elt rich in possessions, but she always felt incredibly rich in family and friends. Erma was known f or many things, but most notably her gift of storytelling. Everything Erma still owned had a story attached to it, and she took great

South Care Center. pleasure in sharing many treasured life Due to COVID restrictions, a private stories with all she met. Erma and her f amily service will be held March 13, niece, Donna, had been working on a 2021, at 10:30 a.m. The memorial service book about her life. will be streamed via the following link: Erma’s last chapter ended on Feb. 23, http://Kirkwoodpres.org 2021, a month shy of her 96th birthday. For more details, please go to She touched the lives of many and will stlouiscremation.com. be dearly missed, but the time came for For those wishing to make a her to reunite with her husband, son and contribution, memorials may be sent so many others. She lef t us peacef ully, to the First Presbyterian Church of surrounded by the love of many in her Kirkwood, 100 East Adams, Kirkwood, final ew days. MO 63122. A private memorial service will be held at Polk Cemetery in April, and a Greenlaw, Jean Marion, was a celebration of lif e will be held at the loving wife, mother, grandmother, greathome of John and Karen Drexler in May. grandmother, sister-in-law, aunt and To learn more about the incredible life f riend. She passed Erma lived, join us at the celebration, away peace f ully and be sure to read the book. on Friday, Feb. 26, Many thanks to the wonderf ul 2021, in her St. Louis caregivers and nurses at St. Luke’s home, at the age of Hospice and Compassionate Nursing 94. Services, and to all of her f riends at She was born Bethesda Gardens. Bef ore she lef t us, to Bernard and Erma said she could not have asked for Stella Hoerr better care...and that says a lot! Mrs. Greenlaw f o Pittsburgh Donations in her memory can be on April 30, 1926. Jean moved to St. made to her favorite charity: Whole Kids Louis and graduated f rom Washington Outreach, 16243 Highway 21, Ellington, University with a degree in f ashion MO 63638. design in 1948, and was a member of the Phi Mu Sorority. She was very active Dunning, Jane Edwards, 89, of at Kirkwood United Church of Christ Sunset Hills, Missouri, peace f ully and St. Lucas United Church of Christ passed away on Feb. 26, 2021. in Sunset Hills. Jean was an active Jane was born and raised in Mexico, member of her garden club, as well as the Missouri, the daughter of the late Hawthorne and Greater St. Louis China Moss Edwards and Margaret Edwards Painting Clubs, where she earned many Worrell. She also was preceded in death awards for her beautiful, detailed china by her stepfather, Orlando Worrell. paintings. She also loved volunteering She is survived by her husband of for over 30 years with Meals on Wheels 67 years, Ernest A. Dunning, and their and Shriners Children’s Hospital events. children, James (Cynthia) Dunning and Jean is survived by her devoted Martha (Todd) Aschbacher. husband of almost 71 years, Paul Hanson Jane was the proud grandmother Greenlaw; sons James B. (Linda) and of Amy (Bobby) Albertson; Timothy Richard C. (Luisa); grandsons Robert S. (Erica) Dunning; Andrew (Ali) (Maggie) and John T.; great-grandson Dunning; Maggie Aschbacher; and John Brooks Paul; niece Cheryl Keller (Larry); Aschbacher; and the great-grandmother nephew Craig Keller; niece Erin Yof f i of Michael, Emma, Jack and Will (Sam); and great-nephews Ben, Andrew Albertson; Madison, Mollie, Mila and and Lucas Yoffie. Mason Dunning; and Brooklyn Dunning. Private family services will be held at After graduating from the University Bellerive Gardens Cemetery. of Missouri (Columbia), Jane was a The f amily wishes to extend our teacher and member ofPi Lambda Theta, sincere thanks to BJC Hospice for their an education honorary sorority. A longdedicated care and support. time resident of Kirkwood, Missouri, Memorials may be given to Shriners she was active f or over 50 years at the Children’s Hospital or St. Lucas United First Presbyterian Church of Kirkwood. Church of Christ in Sunset Hills. She was a 20-year volunteer at Mercy Arrangements by Bopp Chapel. Hospital and a 71-year charter member of PEO Chapter IN. Jane was a master at Huf f man, Christine (Imbs). The needlepointing. She read the box scores Goddess of Youth has left the building. daily and loved watching Cardinals Christine was born in St. Louis City baseball and Mizzou football games. She but was raised and lived her entire life in was so loved and will be missed. 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four-legged, furry friends. She could not have asked for a better life. Involved in many charities, one of Christine’s f avorites was the Family Center, 705 Summit Avenue, East St. Louis, Illinois, 62201. She would be very grateful for a donation made in her name to The Family Center Building Fund. A Celebration of Life will be held in the spring at Queeny Park. Kaul, Fred Zurn, age 80, of Shrewsbury, Missouri, died Feb. 27, 2021. He was born Jan. 26, 1941, to Robert Homer Kaul, Supreme Court Justice of Kansas, and Margaret Walton (Zurn) Kaul, his loving mother and a gifted artist. Fred grew up in Wamego, Kansas. He graduated f rom Wamego High School, then earned a bachelor’s degree in math from the University of Kansas, where he was a member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity. He was an enthusiastic Jayhawk f an, every year f ollowing his KU basketball team deep into the NCAA tournament, and proudly sported his KU gear. Fred married Karen Jo Jordan in 1962. Be f ore graduation f rom KU, he was recruited by the Mr. Kaul IBM Corporation and began his career in Kansas City, Missouri. He and Karen had two children — Kendall Bryan Kaul in 1963 and Kristin Suzanne Kaul (Milliron) in 1966. The f amily moved to Webster Groves, Missouri, in 1970. Fred and Karen later divorced. Fred married Betty Jo Aufder Heide (Rain) on Oct. 13, 1990. He was delighted to gain Kirk Jonathan and Heidi Jo as his loving bonus children. Fred and BJ enjoyed their f i st date at the St. Louis Symphony and continued as ticket holders f or 30 years. They also spent many happy years traveling throughout the U.S. and world and enjoying their family. Fred was a loving f ather and grand f ather, interested and active in his children’s and grandchildren’s activities. He loved to include his family in his many interests, particularly skiing, and also golf , tennis, f ly f ishing and traveling. Fred continued to ski until he was 78. He was a Charter Member of The Helfenstein Lawn Chair Brigade in Webster Groves, where Fred was instrumental in developing many of the classic lawn chair maneuvers regularly seen in the July 4th Webster Groves Parade. Professionally, Fred enjoyed over 40 years with IBM as a systems engineer and retail systems consultant to major clients internationally and in the United States. Fred was an active member of the First Congregational Church (UCC) of Webster Groves f or over 50 years. He served in many capacities, including church moderator. Fred is survived by his wif e BJ; son Kendall (Elizabeth); daughter Kris (Greg); bonus children Kirk (Lisa) and Heidi Rain; his seven grandchildren, Lucas, Kelsea, Helen, Grace, Sarah, Brendan and Brooke; and many cousins. A celebration of Fred’s lif e will be held at a f uture date. Please consider memorial donations to Alzheimer’s Research Foundation or Season’s Hospice.

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Porter, Danny Lee, 91, of St. Louis, passed away on Feb. 7, 2021. He was born in Glen Elder, Kansas, on March 10, 1929, to Paxton and Mary Porter. He was preceded in death by his wif e Marcella and son Timothy. He was a loving father to Pamela Richardson and Paula (Hank) Studt; grandf ather to Chad (Brooke), Cale, Harry and Marcie; and greatgrandfather to Calista. A celebration of lif e will be held at a later date, as well as interment at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.

She was grandmother to William M. Swanson (Devora Swanson), Adam C. Swanson (Meaghan Steele Swanson), Elena V. Swanson, and Leif E. Swanson; and great-grandmother to Lily A. Swanson, Wyatt W. Swanson, Gwenyth R. Swanson, and William E. Swanson. Shirley was born in Brookf ield, Missouri, on Nov. 5, 1931. She attended the University f o Missouri at Columbia and Swanson, Shirley Mae (nee received her master’s Wilson), of Kirkwood, Missouri, passed in library Science Mrs. Swanson away on Feb. 25, 2021. She is survivedf rom Duquesne by her husband, William D. Swanson, University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. and three children: Kristin L. Swanson She worked as a librarian at Rossman (Mac Prichard), William C. Swanson School in St. Louis County f or most (Kathy Swanson), and Matthew L. of her career. Shirley was passionate Swanson (Ashley Taylor Swanson). about books and language, and loved

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encouraging children to become lifelong readers. She was a member of the Wednesday Club of St. Louis and took a lively interest in her community and current events. Until recently, she was an active member f o Community Christian Church in Manchester, Missouri. She was known for her skill in solving jigsaw and crossword puzzles, earning her the nickname of “Puzzle Grandma.” Shirley also loved sports, especially baseball, tennis, and women’s basketball and soccer. She was an enthusiastic St. Louis Cardinals fan — for better or worse. No services are planned. In lieu of fl wers, the family requests donations to Circle of Concern Food Pantry in Valley Park, Missouri, or to Meals on Wheels of Greater St. Louis. Arrangements by Bopp Chapel. Shirley loved this quotation from The

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A young f emale warrior of the Heart tribe (Kelly Marie Tran) is tasked with uniting five warring tribes and finding the last dragon in order to save her civilization. KENT’S TAKE:

“Raya and the Last Dragon” is a Disney animated f eature steeped in themes of trust, hope and love. Raya’s trust is betrayed as a little girl at the hands of Namaari (Gemma Chan), a little girl from a rival tribe.

Now, as an adolescent, she is once again pitted against Namaari as they both covet a shattered Dragon Gem. Directors Don Hall and Carlos Lòpez Estrada gives viewers a gorgeous animated f ilm with a predictable story, uninspired characters and a f orgettable dragon. This film lacks a soul. At the root of this story is a little girl betrayed, but everyone around her is one-dimensional, giving the narrative no depth. The voice actors are wonderf ul and maximize the mediocre story they are placed within. Raya is sweet, Namaari is misguided and the dragon Sisu (Awkwafina) is now the Jar Jar Binks of Disney f ilms. She is annoying, unf unny and barely necessary to the plot. What is most upsetting is that they squandered the immense talent they had with

Genre: Drama Rated: R for language, including sexual references, and some drug use. In theatres March 5. THE PLOT:

Alfred “Boogie” Chin (Taylor Takashi) is a standout high school basketball phenom in Queens, New York. His mother (Pamelyn Chee) wants him to do what it takes to earn his superstar money. His f ather (Perry Yung) pushes him to play rival superstar, Monk (Pop Smoke), in order to capture the attention of the top schools. Alf red must learn to deal with his stress, expectations and emotions as the pressure f rom his parents, his girlf riend, recruiters, coaches and himself weigh him down. KENT’S TAKE:

“Boogie” is a coming-of-age story that

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grows stronger as the narrative progresses, but then falters in the climax. Boogie isn’t really sure who he is. Being pushed by his heritage and parents, he follows a path of hopef ul dreams toward the NBA. Yet, at school and on the court, he is cocky, self-centered and a poor team player — he has a lot of growing up to do. Writer/director Eddie Huang brings viewers a predictable story of angst, honesty and love. Unf ortunately, the writing doesn’t make these concepts ring true. In fact, the slang and vulgarity used by Boogie to help establish him as a shallow adolescent turned me of f to the point where I had problems f inding redeeming qualities in him later in the film. Boogie is unlikeable at first and is set up for growth as he learns the importance of caring f or others as well as himself . However, he transitions into someone who knows himself and learns to respect others, setting him up to be a good citizen and person. But we only see the table set; we never see him become someone better. His relationship with girlf riend Eleanor (Taylour Paige) is thoroughly unemotional and lacks onscreen chemistry. Although there are a few twists that help propel us to the climax, this story is very predictable and f ollows a well-worn narrative path that other f ilms have done much better — see “Remember The Titans” as a perfect example. “Boogie” lacks the moves to gather our attentions as this coming-of -age story barely matures.

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Awkwafina. Her comic timing, playfulness and charm could have elevated this film if the writing had allowed. “Raya and the Last Dragon” is not a bad f ilm; it is simply a f orgettable one with mediocre writing, creating uninspired characters in a predictable plot. For all the beauty that this film captures, it is wasted with a sub-par structure. One of Disney’s problems with creating such memorable and amazing films is that each is measured against their successes, making their misses seem worse than they actually are.

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O’BRIEN PAIN TIN G & DECORATIN G, IN C. Interior/ Exterior painting, powerwashing, wallpapering, plastering. 40 years experience. Insured, References. 314-481-3500.

POWERWASHIN G, SEALIN G, REPAIRS. Decks, fences, houses. Gutter cleaning. Reasonable, References. Free Estimates, Doug. 6 3 6 - 6 7 7 - 8 5 57. www.CleaningServicesHighRidgeMO.com

314-576-7952, SPECIALIZIN G IN SMALL JOBS. Also repair broken, cracked, pitted concrete. 35 years experience. Reasonable, guaranteed!

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CARPET RESTRETCHIN G, reseaming, patching, and cleaning. No job too small. Free estimates, 314-892-1003. JERRY’S FIN E HARDWOOD FLOOR RESTORATION . Dustless sanding/ refinishing, expert installation and repair. Senior discounts, references, 19 years experience. Fully insured. 314640-6920. www.stlouishardwoodflooring.net

D&N CERAMIC TILE. Floor and wall tile. Marble, ceramic, stone. Also Pergo & carpet installation. Insured, references, reasonable rates, free estimates. A+ rating BBB. 314-8034510, 314-647-0598. snuspl@yahoo.com

314-962-2111. LOCALLY OWN ED. PAN ELS REPLACED, repairs installations, security cameras/ lighting installations, code violations. Licensed, insured. A+BBB.

LET’S GET ORGAN IZED! I’ll make your space look new again. We organize closets, garages, offices and much more. For free consultation, call Cynthia 314-972-4674.

SCRUBBY DUTCH CLEANING We clean to your satisfaction

PLASTERIN G SYSTEMS NI TERIORS. Patch plastering specialist! Drywall, painting, minor home repairs. Licensed, insured. Call Kevin, 314-239-8339.

DSI/ DOOR SOLUTION S, IN C. 314-550-4071. Sales, service, installation, garage doors, openers. BBB Member. Angieslist. FREE ESTIMATES. www.dsi-stl.com

314-229-DECK (3325). ATTEN TION ON DECK. Expert deck restoration & repairs, staining, sealing (deck/ driveway/ pool), powerwashing (KILLS BACTERIA AND MOLD). 20 years experience. Superior quality/products, work guaranteed. Free estimates! Call S.O.S. Will meet any equal service bid.

10% DISCOUN T. 314-304-3368. DAVE’S PLUMBING REPAIRS. No job too small. 35 years experience. Insured. Professional service. 314-393-1484. MISSOURI PLUMBIN G SERVICES. Residential repair and remodeling. Free estimates. Flat-rate pricing. No job too small. A+ BBB, License #P7095.

10% SEN IOR DISCOUN T! HANDYMAN SERVICE AND BATHROOM SPECIALIST, plumbing, electrical, tile, carpentry, drywall, plaster. 39 years experience. 314-657-0423.

314-562-8959. BAECHT’S POWER WASHIN G & DECK RESTORATION. Specializing in complete exterior power washing, deck restoration, sealing and staining. Superior customer service. Call or text for a free estimate. SPRING DISCOUNTS!

314-481-7278. 35 YEARS EXPERIEN CE. INSTALL: Sinks, new toilets, vanities, faucets, disposals, hot water heaters. Ed O’Toole.

314-387-7345. C&J HAN DYMAN , the do-it-yourself best friend! Family-owned. Member BBB. Now accepting credit/ debit cards. www.facebook.com/candjhandymanllc/

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314-809-0433. DECK, FEN CES, PATIOS. All exteriors can help! We build new decks and we restore decks to make them new again. A+BBB, Insured.

314-398-7960. KEVIN ’S HOME REPAIR, electrical plumbing, tuckpointing, painting, drywall/ taping, siding, general repair. Quality work, reasonable prices, 314-398-7960.

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EVERYTHIN G DECKS: Deck restoration, clean/ stain. NO MONEY UP FRONT, warranty, insured. Discounts, A+BBB, Angie’s List. 636-337-7733. MarkHicksLLC.com

314-481-7278. 35 YEARS EXPERIEN CE. Plumbing, carpentry, drywall, electric, powerwashing. No job too small. Mr. O’Toole.

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A PATCHIN G SPECIALIST. 4th generation plasterer. Complete ceilings, free estimates. Insured BBB member. Wayne Dowell, 314-352-5558.

ALL YOUR GARAGE DOOR N EEDS. 20+ years experience. Call Keith, 314-280-5612. www.keithsdoorservice.com, Facebook and Angie’s List.

314-750-5743. RELIABLE, TRUSTWORTHY N A D AFFORDABLE house cleaning. Satisfaction guaranteed. Call Sonya. I’ll make your home shine! IMMACULATE HOUSECLEAN IN G. Quality, detailed cleaning personalized to fit your needs. Fully insured. Call Jody, 314409-1214.

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REPAIR IT BEFORE YOU REPLACE IT. Carpet repaired, restretched, installed, and sales. Nick Gaines, 314-845-8049. Call for phone quote.

ELECTRICIAN . 35 YEARS EXPERIEN CE, locally owned, fully insured, code violations, new installations, repairs, residential/ commercial. A+ BBB. 2017, 2018 & 2019 Angies List Super Service Award. 314-363-6451.

MIZZELL REMODELIN G CO. Kitchens, baths, remodels, additions, decks, enclosures, siding, windows, etc. A+BBB. 40 years serving St. Louis. Where quality counts! www.mizzellremodeling.com 314-845-2996. Email: mizzellremodeling@live.com

EXPERIEN CED HAN DYMAN AVAILABLE. No job is too small. 314-608-2817. HAN DYMAN SERVICES: Electrical, plumbing, repairs. No job too small. Call Jody 314-258-3232.

QUIN LAN CON STRUCTION SERVICES. 35 years experience. Locally owned, fully insured. A+ BBB. 2017, 2018 & 2019 Angies List Super Service Award. For all your interior & exterior remodeling and repair needs, call Mark, 314-363-6451. www.quinlan-const-servs.com

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CJS ROOFIN G COMPAN Y- Owner Chris Sielfleisch. Shingles, commercial/ residential, LOCAL since 1992. COVID COMPLIANT. 636-349-5225. cjsroofing.net

M&M CUSTOM PAIN TIN G. Honest, dependable painter. Interior/ exterior, powerwashing, wallpaper removal. Satisfaction guaranteed! Insured. Matt, 314-401-9211, (owner).

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LOOKIN G FOR A GOOD PAIN TER, but don’t know who to call? Well you found him. My name is JIM GLORE. The name of my business is AMERICAN PAINTING COMPANY. I’m registered with the state of Missouri #309938, my business license is #LC9864828 and my business insurance is with Shelter Insurance Company. You pay me no money for labor or material until the job is completed and you are satisfied. Interior or exterior. Free estimates. Please call 314-832-2671.

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Classifieds • classifieds@timesnewspapers.com • Call 314-96-TIMES 25 YEARS EXPERIEN CE. JOHN TAYLOR, WEBSTER RESIDENT, Chimneys, fireboxes, homes, walks, foundations. References, reasonable rates, insured, free estimates. 314398-3788. 30+ YEARS IN BUSIN ESS. St. Louis Roofing & Tuckpointing. A+BBB, BEST PRICES AND QUALITY SINCE 1988! 314-9687848. STLRoofing.com 314-285-6390. TUCKPOIN TIN G, CHIMN EY REPAIR, STONE FOUNDATION, BASEMENT LEAKS, BRICKWORK, family-owned, guaranteed. Call Don. A+BBB. Thank you! 314-486-3303, MASSEY TUCKPOI N N TI G. Quality tuckpointing, brick laying & masonry. Insured with an A+ rating with the BBB. Free estimates. www.masseytuckpointing.com AFFORDABLE TUCKPOIN TIN G. Complete tuckpointing. Brick, block, stone and stucco repairs. Affordable rates, fully insured. 314-489-5964.

LET’S GET PREPARED FOR SPRIN G SERVICES! Lawn mowing, bed clean-up/ maintenance, mulching, weekly/ biweekly lawn service. Call Steve, 314-607-1227.

314-448-1051. SPRIN G CLEAN UP? PROBLEM SOLVED! Thorough and affordable yard cleanups include shrub and tree trimming, mulch, weeding; lawncare, too! STUNNING RESULTS. Courteous, experienced U.S. Army Veteran. Call Charlie at Retroscape Yard Solutions for SERVICE LIKE IT USED TO BE! AFFORDABLE MOWIN G, MULCHIN G, landscaping, Spring cleanup, gumball/ leaf removal, full service, retaining walls. Commercial/ residential. For free estimate, 314-799-5141. www.misbauerlawncare.com DUSTIN ’S LAWN & TREE SERVICE. Mulch, lawncare, tree removal. Free estimates. 573-702-8857. 15 years experience, insured. PAUL’S LAWN SERVICE, 314-753-4533. Quality lawn care and landscaping. Fully insured. Call now for free estimates!

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RICHARD’S LAWN SERVICE- Webster/Glendale family. Spring yard cleanup, grass cutting, bush trimming, mulching. Great references! 314-962-1476. SPRIN G YARD CLEAN UPS. Mulching, leaf removal, annual 3-5 step fertilization programs. Call Jim Dugan (Webster resident)JMD Lawncare 314-712-1447.

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AFFORDABLE STUMP GRIN DIN G, LAN DSCAPIN G & TREE SERVICE. 10 years experience. Free estimates, Senior Citizen discount. Licensed, fully insured. 314-422-2641. 314-413-2888. WHY PAY EXTRA? The Gutter Guy is your 1stop service for all things gutters -cleaning, repairs, replacement, gutter guard installation/ sales. (Gutter guards from $6-$8 per foot, installed.) Roofing and fascia too! 34 years experience, free estimates. TheGutterGuy-stl@hotmail.com 314-968-7848. ST. LOUIS ROOFIN G. BEST QUALITY AND PRICES ON GUTTERS, SIDING & WINDOWS SINCE 1988. Lifetime guarantee! A+BBB. www.stlroofing.com MIKE’S GUTTER & WIN DOW CLEAN IN G. 20 years experience. Free estimates, Insured. 314-481-9474 or mikeyashuk1008@yahoo.com

BAUMAN N TREE. Professional service at an affordable price. Tree trimming/ removal, brush removal, stump grinding. For a free estimate/ property inspection, call Baumann Tree, 636375-2812. You’ll be glad you called. PHR TREE CARE, complete tree service and stump grinding. Insured. Satisfaction guaranteed. 314-874-9172. R.L.B. TREE SERVICE. Total tree service. Free estimates. Insured. Reasonable. Bob, 636-671-0524.

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GREEN ERSIDE, LLC. Bush Trimming (Tall Hedges, Too!) Clearing/ brush removal, garden maintenance Free Estimates. Call Chris. 314-809-4505. GREEN STON E LAN DSCAPIN G. Landscape Design, planting, mulching, edging, lawn renovation, flagstone patios, retaining walls, stormwater drainage. gslstl.com 314-968-4900. HON EYSUCKLE JOE over growth removed, bushes trimmed and everything hauled away, mulching and planting. Joe, 314614-9480. MAN N Y’S LAWN CARE SERVICES. Landscaping & Reating, mowing, trimming, mulching, weed control, snow/ leaf removal. Family-owned. Quality work. Free estimates. 314-288-8001. ManuelNava031@gmail.com YOUR SPRIN G CLEAN UP DON E RIGHT! BIG BANG FOR YOUR BUCK. Mowing too (small lawns). Call Charlie 314-448-1051.

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Area Home Prices On A Steady Rise With so few sellers, and a whole lot of buyers, home prices climb to refle t demand by Kevin Murphy Low mortgage rates and strong buyer demand have coupled to drive St. Louis area home prices up, up and up. What’s more, the seller’s market that took shape in the second half of 2020 shows no signs of slowing down in 2021. Bob Bax is a broker and co-owner of Berkshire Hathaway Alliance Real Estate. Bax reports that he is seeing new listings coming onto the market that end up selling for 10-20% over the listing price. That’s thanks to historically low interest rates, so f ew homes on the market and a whole lot of interested new buyers. In simple terms, it’s all about supply and demand, Bax said. Bax said many homeowners took a beating when home prices plummeted in the financial crises of 2017-18. Many lost f aith in owning real estate, and chose never again to invest in a home. However, attitudes began to change over the years, Bax said, with the implementation of state and f ederal f i st-time home buyer programs. New buyers are also being drawn to the home market by historically low mortgage rates under 3%. “People are now looking at real estate as a safe investment again,” Bax said. And then there are the millennials. Millennials are currently between 25 and 40 years old, and there are about 31 million of them in the U.S. “We were always told they would be home buyers sooner or later, and they have entered the market in a big way,” said Bax. “The number one home buying

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MARKET STATS

YEAR-END REVIEW

A LOOK AT 2020 YEAR-END METRICS FOR THE COUNTIES & ZIP CODES IN THE ST. LOUIS AREA

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$230,000

+ 10.6%

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$282,374

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99.4%

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$174,000

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$216,687

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98.3%

+ 0.4%

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3,493

+ 3.1%

Closed Sales

3,387

- 0.1%

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4,190

+ 0.7%

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2020

3,392

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49 44

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market now are the millennials.” Those wishing to buy a home or condo can expect to pay a hef ty price. There just aren’t enough homes available to meet the housing demand. Bax said an average month of housing inventory in a steady market is six months. St. Louis County currently has a one-month supply. “People historically lived in their houses for fi e to seven years. Now that number is in the double digits. Fewer people are selling as f requently as they use to. Our inventory levels have dropped every year for the last decade,”

Bax said. Without adequate housing available, Bax said many people are opting to remain in their homes — which by now have accrued some equity — rather than buying new ones. As an alternative to a new, larger home, homeowners are putting on home additions or are creating new outdoor spaces. In west St. Louis County, the average sale price of a home is up 17.4% over January 2020; up 15.6% in St. Charles County; and up 24.3% in the city of St. Louis. Rising home prices are a trend not just locally, but at the state and

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national levels. In Missouri, homes sold at an increased pace in January, staying on the market f or an average of 43 days. That’s 26 days less compared to January 2020. The median sales price f or the month was $191,788 — a 19.9% increase compared to January 2020. And it’s not just homes or condos that are in high demand — the land market is “crazy as well,” according to Bax, with builders tearing down and putting up new construction. Bax sees no immediate end in sight to rising home prices. Low inventory and multiple offers on properties are likely to remain common while the market waits f or a boost in new home construction and a surge in home sellers. “The buyer appetite has only gotten stronger in the last 18 months or so, and I don’t see that changing unless we get to a point where the affordability index goes too high,” he said. “At some point, buyers won’t be able to afford these homes. This is for both homes and condos.” While sellers can expect top dollar f or their homes, they are also going to pay top dollar on the new home they purchase. Bax said many are reluctant to get involved in the stress of the current housing market and are waiting for the market to settle down. The demand f or housing has prompted would-be buyers to turn to “escalation clauses” and “backup contingency strategies.” In the f ormer, a buyer agrees to pay more than the highest bid on a home, up to a certain amount. A contingency strategy states: “I know I am number two on my bid for this home, but should the buyer drop out for any reason, I am number two in line.” Because sellers are receiving multiple bids, buyers are of ten willing to waive inspections, appraisals and other contingencies to make their offers more attractive. Perhaps that surge in new sellers will come later this year, as COVID-19 vaccinations become more widespread and people become more comfortable about showing their homes while looking for a new place to live.

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Home Watch Services Provide Peace Of Mind “We are your eyes and ears while you are away”

by Jaime Mowers Homeowners who want an extra set of eyes and ears while they’re away can get exactly that through a home watch service. Popular among snowbirds — homeowners who live in colder parts of the country, but typically migrate to warmer locales during the winter months — the home watch industry is growing. Once a f ledging organization just 10 years ago, the National Home Watch Association now has hundreds of members across the United States. There are also a handf ul of home watch businesses based in the St. Louis area. So what exactly is a home watch service? Def ined as a “visual inspection of a home or property, looking f or obvious issues,” a home watch service helps homeowners monitor the condition of their unoccupied homes. Realtors, investors and owners of vacation rental homes also utilize home watch services for their vacant and rental properties. Even those vacationing somewhere for a week or two are now turning to home watch services while they’re gone. “We are your eyes and ears while you are away, providing peace of mind that when you return, you’ll findyour home in the same condition as you left it,” said Joy Lapicki, owner and president of STL Home Watch Services, which was the fi st of its kind in St. Louis to be accredited by the National Home Watch Association after the company’s founding in 2019. Homeowners can have peace of mind knowing their property is being watched by prof essionals who are looking for — and taking care of — anything that may need to be addressed during their absence. If a problem arises, home watch service prof essionals notif y the homeowner immediately, then bring in reliable service providers to remedy the situation. “Being notif ied of any concerns is extremely benef icial f or the property owner,” said Lapicki, who is also a realtor. “If not handled in a timely manner, a concern can quickly turn into a substantial repair cost.”

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Although home watch service prof essionals are in close communication with homeowners, they handle everything so they can continue living or vacationing at their other property without stressing about their unoccupied home. “When you’re away f rom your home, the last thing you want to do is worry about repairs or upkeep,” Lapicki said. “We can tailor our inspection, maintenance and repair services to fit a y homeowner’s needs.” A client who utilized STL Home Watch Services last year when his family was away from their home for several months can vouch for that. “We didn’t have much notice before our departure, but we were able to quickly set up an agreement f or what we wanted them to do with a f requency that worked f or us,” he said. “They did exactly what they said they’d do. They called or texted when they were at our house if they had questions or concerns, handled some unf orwarded mail f or us, and produced really comprehensive reports each time they visited so that we could see if anything needed extra attention. It was really nice to know they were at the ready if there was some kind of an emergency or something we needed done.” Lapicki added that home watch services can be particularly usef ul to homeowners with unoccupied

properties in the St. Louis area given the region’s often unpredictable and sometimes extreme weather. “We’ll make sure you are aware of any storm damage should it occur and handle the situation as needed,” she said. Lapicki said that was especially true during the recent stretch of frigid temperatures, snow and ice the St. Louis area saw a f ew weeks ago — think f urnace issues, burst pipes and other cold-weather pitfalls. “Our clients were super gratef ul to have someone checking on their house in this really cold weather,” she said. “We were in touch with everyone and we went out to all of the properties to make sure everything was as safe as possible before the cold weather hit.” Lapicki said home watch services not only help prevent problems f rom occurring, but also keep small ones from getting worse or more expensive. For example, prior to the cold snap, STL Home Watch Services installed monitors on homeowners’ furnaces, and was able to mitigate a situation when ice was forming on the pipes of a home. She said that’s a perfect example of a problem that could have been much worse had the home went unattended. That also applies to condos, as problems in an upstairs unit can create major damage to a unit below. Common pipes in common walls are also notorious for causing problems to multiple units. “With condos that have had leaks f rom above, we can contact the owners immediately and have it taken care of right away to prevent a more expensive repair had it gone unnoticed,” Lapicki said. Home watch services can also help deter crime at unoccupied properties, which can be vulnerable to squatters, vandalism and break-ins. STL Home Watch Services also provides “homecoming” services such as light house cleaning, restocking the ref rigerator or anything that relieves the stress of returning af ter a long time away. For as much as a home watch service is, there are some things it is not. It is not home security or house sitting. Home watch businesses also do not collect rent or assist with the leasing process. But f or just about everything else while homeowners are away, there’s a home watch service that can handle that.

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Six Steps To Organize A Home Office Remote working has become popular in recent years, but the “working-fromhome” economy boomed exponentially as the world was forced to confront the COVID-19 pandemic. According to Stanf ord economist Nicholas Bloom, as of summer 2020, 42% of the United States labor f orce was working from home full time. The need for home offic spaces has increased as more and more people work f rom home. Many people have retrof i ted various spaces in their homes into areas to get work done. More organized home work spaces can increase productivity. Individuals can f ollow these guidelines to create effective, organized home offic . Begin With The Desk The desk is the primary spot where work will take place. The right desk accessories can provide visual appeal and also serve practical purposes. Have cups f or holding pens and pencils, baskets and bins f or larger items, and store whatever you can elsewhere so it does not lead to clutter on the desk. Store wireless printers in a cabinet or even on a bookshelf so it doesn’t take up real estate on the desk. Create A Printing Station While moving that wireless printer elsewhere, designate a space to serve as the central printing hub. This way children who need to print assignments f or school will know where to go as well. Printer supplies like extra ink cartridges and printer paper can be kept in decorative storage boxes nearby.

With more people working from home, getting the most out of a small residential office space can increase productivity. Increase Your Shelving Shelving can help keep items organized and of f the desk in home office without closets or drawers. Look for shelves that blend in with decor, but are sturdy enough to be functional. Organize Paperwork Figure out a system that works to help tidy up papers you choose to save. While some papers can be scanned and stored as digital f ile , color-coded f ile f olders can organize statements and other important documents. This makes it easy to f ind the f older that’s needed when looking for certain documents. Establish A Charging Station Repurpose certain items, such as a

desk organizer, into an easily accessible electronics charging station where phones and tablets can charge at the same time. Make Essential Binders HGTV suggests making binders that can store the most important papers for easy access — even in an emergency. Set up a binder f or automotive paperwork, including repair receipts, a medical binder where key medical records are kept, a binder f or manuals for devices in the home, and one to store financial planning docume ts. These organizational tips can help remedy common problems around a home offic

We all want our homes to be saf e spaces that offer protection f rom the outside world. The global pandemic has taught us this, as well as the importance of preparation — not just f or illness — but also f or natural disasters like fi es, flood , earthquakes and tornadoes. Fortunately, thanks to advances in design and innovative materials, building a stronger, disaster-proof home is possible. Insulated concrete f orms are an alternative to traditional wood f raming. The steel-reinf orced solid concrete cores range f rom f our to 12 inches, providing superior strength and saf ety. Meanwhile the non-toxic, f i e-retardant expanded polystyrene foam provides a fi e protection rating of up to four hours. Homes built with insulated concrete forms are proven to survive natural disasters — houses that f aced hurricanes are still standing. Insulated concrete f orms even offer wind resistance of up to 250 mph, equivalent to an F4 tornado. Homes that use insulated concrete f orms f or construction have other added benef it , including enhanced insulation f or lower energy bills, a reduced carbon f ootprint, and improved ventilation for better indoor air quality and lower susceptibility to mold. Concrete f orms also require less maintenance over time, saving the expense and effort of continuous upkeep.

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Questions To Ask When Buying A Luxury Home Searching for a luxury home in the St. Louis area might take more effort than you’d think it should. It’s not that the region doesn’t have a robust market of magnif ice t homes — it most certainly does. The problem is that “luxury” means something different to everyone. The word is tossed into listings all the time, but just calling a house a luxury home doesn’t make it so. How Does One Define uxury? Every buyer wants to f ind a house that offers good value for the price and is in a good location. Those are a given no matter what the lif estyle or budget. Luxury homebuyers are looking f or something that goes f ar beyond those basics. They want something that is unique and makes a statement. Once you get past the standard questions of school districts, square f ootage, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, and price, these eight questions to ask — and the help of a good realtor — will help homebuyers learn if a St. Louis area home meets the standard f or luxury f rom their unique perspective. 1. What Makes It Noteworthy? Luxury homebuyers are usually not impressed by a cookie-cutter house that is just like the other homes on the block. While prestige goes hand-in-hand with a high asking price in real estate, money isn’t the only f actor. A home’s story is of ten what appeals to the buyer. Does it, or its neighborhood, have historical signif i ance? Was it built by a notable architect or does it f eature a f amous interior designer’s work? Perhaps it is the former home of a celebrity. All of these things can make a house more interesting to a buyer. The way the house is built or designed can be noteworthy, too. Buyers might be intrigued by a home with an ultra-modern design, one that blends into the wooded scenery, or one built f rom sustainable materials with solar panels and little to no carbon footprint. Even f eatures that may be unusual or even weird to some might be wonderful to others. 2. What’s Special About Its Location? In St. Louis, there’s no advantage of mountain views or a house right on the beach, but there are plenty of locations that may suit a buyer’s idea of luxury. For some, this might mean a condo looking out over the city’s skyline,

perhaps with a view of the Arch. For others, it might mean a large home on a golf course, complete with unobstructed views of the greens and club amenities. Whether a homebuyer would be proud of how their home and lawn looks from the road, or if they prefer the concealed luxury of a house hidden down a long driveway is a personal preference. Either way, St. Louis luxury homes can offer a variety of special locations. 3. Will I Have Privacy? Privacy is often a hallmark of luxury. This could come in the f orm of a gated community with an attendant. Or in the case of a condo, a doorman or concierge who will not only help protect your privacy, but is available to help with deliveries and other tasks. Many people prefer that certain parts of their homes such as the backyard or pool are not in the line of sight of any of neighbors or pedestrians on the street. They may look for a house that is a good distance away from the closest neighbor, is down a hidden drive or has trees or other features blocking the view. 4. How “Smart” Is it? Homebuyers today want the latest technology, even in an older luxury home. It’s important to ask what “smart” features are already installed. A security system is an important f eature, as are other saf ety measures such as locking gates, motion-detecting lights or even surveillance cameras. Smart devices aren’t just f or luxury homes anymore. For a reasonable price, just about anyone can view a doorbell camera or adjust their thermostat with a smartphone. But the buyer of a luxury home might expect f eatures such as automatic or voice-activated lighting, window blinds, sprinkler system and entertainment system. A wholehouse generator can eliminate the inconvenience of a power outage. All of these smart devices can make life not only easier, but more luxurious. A buyer will be interested in what the house can offer, or how much extra it will cost to install such amenities. 5. Does It Offer I viting Outdoor Living Space? Outdoor living space is an important selling point f or all homes, but especially luxury homes. Hot St. Louis summers cry out for a patio with a pool and perhaps a shady pergola. A builtin grill or outdoor kitchen, bar, dining «continued on page 11

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Buying A Luxury Home from page 10 and seating areas, and f i eplace or f i e pit is appealing, too. Surround it with manicured gardens and water features to round out the space. Buyers of luxury homes want space outside where they can entertain or unwind with their f amilies. Some may have a tennis or basketball court on their wish list. Or even a barn f or horses. A luxury dream home should accommodate whatever activities suit a buyer’s lifestyle. 6. What High-End Features Does It Have? It’s of ten said that kitchens and bathrooms sell houses. While luxury homebuyers usually have a wish list that goes well beyond those two rooms, they are still important. The kitchen in a luxury home should be f it f or a chef . High-end appliances, workspaces and a walk-in pantry are a must f or most buyers, whether they do their own cooking or not. Find out if bathrooms have spa-like amenities like steam showers, sunken tubs and bidets. All of these things f i with most people’s ideas of luxury. Bedrooms, especially the master bedroom, should be an oasis, according to most people shopping f or a luxury home. Perhaps a sitting area or fi eplace is something on the list of must haves. And no luxury bedroom is complete without a spacious, Instagram-worthy, walk-in closet and dressing room. 7. Are There Any Specialty Features That Fit My Lifestyle?

When you’re in the market f or a luxury home, you’ll want to f in one with special rooms that f it your lifestyle. That may be the tennis court, basketball court or horse stables outside. Or it could mean a special room for your gym, yoga studio or home of f ic Entertainment space like a billiard or game room, bar or home theater might be what you’re looking f or. A wine cellar, library, a garage for classic cars or a special room to showcase memorabilia might be what makes a house “the one.” Looking f or specif ic f eatures that speak to your lifestyle can help narrow the search for a luxury home. Ask if the house either already has what you’re looking f or, or if it can be modif ied to accommodate it. 8. What Special Costs Can I Expect? An important question to ask is what special costs you may incur with a luxury home. In addition to paying a premium price f or the property, there may be Homeowners Association f ees or membership f ees in the case of a country club or golf course. A luxury home will usually require additional care. Unless you plan to do it yourself, the pool, lawn and gardens, and the house itself will need to be cleaned and maintained. Add to that security f ees, higher utility bills if the house is large, and property taxes, and the house can cost signif i antly more than expected. It’s best to ask about and be prepared for these things before making an offer.

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St. Louis Realtors reports that while December is normally one of the slowest months of the year, strong buyer demand f or new homes, condos and townhouses — buoyed by near-record low interest rates — continued to drive a healthy sales pace. New listings in December 2020 increased 13.6% f or homes, and 48.7% f or townhouses and condos over the previous year. Pending sales increased 13.6% f or residential homes, and 54.7% f or townhouses and condos. Inventory decreased 36.8% f or residential homes and 6% for townhouses and condos. Median sales price increased 15.8% to $235,000 f or homes, and 7.9% to $178,000 for townhouses and condos. In the “days on market” category, there was a decrease of 26.5% for homes and 17.6% f or townhouses and condos. “Months supply of inventory” decreased 43.5% for homes, and 10% for townhouses and condos. The housing market of early 2021 looks to continue the trends seen in the second half of 2020, according to St. Louis Realtors.

A home is the most substantial investment many people will ever make. Once down payments have been made and closing costs have been paid, homeowners may still be staring down sizable expenses as they begin to tackle any repairs that need to be made. Home maintenance and renovations involve a certain measure oftrepidation. Even af ter vetting contractors and establishing budgets, homeowners may worry that repairs will unearth problems that snowball into expensive fi es. Planning ahead for such projects and learning to recognize issues that tend to be costly can help homeowners weather any storms that may arise. • Foundation Issues. A strong foundation is key to any home. If there is a problem with the foundation, it can be unsafe to live in the house. Foundation fi es can range from $4,000 to upward of $100,000, depending on the scale of the job. Clogged gutters and water pooling around the f oundation can contribute to damage, so water issues must be remedied fi st. • Roof Damage. A roof is a key barrier between the indoors and outdoors. Roof s must remain in tiptop shape. The home improvement resource HomeAdvisor says that a roof

According to HomeAdvisor, it can cost between $3,000 and $12,000 to repair a faulty roof. Make sure to budget for any repairs when considering purchasing a home. repair or replacement can cost between $3,000 and $12,000. But homeowners also must budget f or the cost of removing the old roofing materials and fixing any damage to the interior of the home. Inspecting the roof and making

repairs as you go is key to avoiding a big headache. • Siding Replacement. Another costly project can be replacing the siding. Siding may need to be replaced if there is water/wind damage or penetration f rom insects. Spot repairs may be relatively inexpensive. However, the home improvement resource Modernize says the average siding installation project can cost between $5,500 and $15,000, depending on the materials homeowners choose. • HVAC Update. Keeping a home at a comf ortable temperature is also a matter of saf ety. If a system gives out, homeowners may be scrambling f or a solution. Yearly inspections and upkeep, which includes changing system fil ers regularly, can help identif y potential problems. Neglect is one of the main contributors to the f ailure of heating and cooling equipment. Based on national averages, a whole-house HVAC system can cost between $4,000 and $12,000. These are some of the more costly repairs homeowners can expect. Keeping on top of the home will help mitigate damage and could extend the life of major home components.

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How To Build A More EnergyEffici t Home This Summer With weather f orecasts calling f or a warmer than normal summer and social distancing encouraging us to spend more time at home, we could all benefitfrom boosting our home’s energy efficiency o save on energy bills. Here are some big and small changes that could help: • Start with a solid foundation. If you’re adding an extension to your home, a pool to your backyard or even planning a custom-built dream home, choose sustainable materials that promote energy conservation. Instead f o traditional woodconsider framing, insulatedconcrete forms. The eco-f riendly alternative f eatures thermal mass walls that can reduce heating and cooling costs by up to 60% a year. • Work on those windows. About 15-20% f o a home’s surf ace is windows. This means any issues with them can have a major impact on energy consumption. Take time to caulk any gaps or air leaks, and consider upgrading to energy-ef f ici t windows. Doublepaned windows boost insulation and help ensure air conditioned air doesn’t escape. • Switch to outdoor energy sources. Take advantage f o the

gorgeous weather to spend more time outside. Instead of cooking meals in an energy-intensive oven that also heats up the home, break out the barbecue and enjoy dinner al fresco. You can also ease up on the clothes dryer by setting up a line and some pins in the backyard and use the wind and sun for drying power. • Install a smart weather station. Technology can help make sure you’re consuming energy wisely. A smart thermostat is a great idea, but a smart weather station can work with it and other devices to go a step beyond, programming them around current and predicted weather patterns. For example, it can ensure your scheduled sprinkler won’t go off in the middle of a downpour. • Be mindf ul of the refrigerator. The f ridge can use a lot of energy. First, make sure the one in the kitchen (and basement) is a newer model, as older ones can cost hundreds more a year to power. Then, clear it out so the shelves and drawers aren’t overcrowded, which makes the f ridge work harder to pump cool air throughout. Finally, if you let leftovers cool on the counter bef ore putting them inside, your f ridge will use less energy.

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PANDEMIC MARKET With the unpredictability of 2020 continuing into 2021, real estate prof essionals, along with homebuyers and sellers, are particularly interested in the housing market, the economy and the ways in which human behavior will shape the coming year. Here are a few of the changes that are expected.

Change In Circumstance = Change Of Address Nothing has had more of an impact on how people view their homes than the pandemic. Millions were forced to stay at home, work from home and educate their children at home. It’s no surprise that many f ound their living spaces lacking in one way or another. Home sales were up in 2020, and that trend is expected to continue in 2021. The current work-from-home culture is here to stay f or many people. People will look f or homes with more space, and more importance will be placed on home offic , eat-in kitchens, and indoor and outdoor recreational spaces f or the family. Older millennials are set to enter their 30s, a time when many people look to abandon cramped apartment living and buy a home. Realtors expect to see plenty of fi st-time buyers in 2021. Those who already own homes may decide to upsize or downsize in 2021 for the same reasons. And thanks to remote working, the “someday” dream of living in the suburbs or in a rural setting might be possible now. There’s talk of some urban areas emptying out as people no longer need to live in close proximity to their jobs in the city. Meanwhile, those who’ve always wanted to live in the city are finally able to find property available there. Sadly, some will need to sell due to job loss or a change in f inancia circumstances. The good news is that it’s a seller’s market and that’s expected to continue. And old rules-of -thumb such as “spring is the best time to sell” are no longer true across the board. These days, any time is a good time to put a house on the market. There should be no lack of work f or agents in 2021. They will, however, need to listen to their clients more than ever. Buyers and sellers experiencing lifestyle or financialchanges might have long wish lists or unrealistic expectations. It will be up to agents to tune into their needs to find them wh t they’re looking for, and in some cases, be the voice of reason about what they can afford.

inventory low, and multiple offers and bidding wars seemed to be the rule rather than the exception. A roundup of expert opinions in a recent Forbes article agrees that this trend will continue well into 2021. Buyers need to be ready f or competition once they find a house they like and get pre-approved f or f inancing bef ore they even start to look. Higher prices overall might prevent fi st-timebuyers f rom getting that starter home. Buyers need to beware of getting caught in a bidding war and paying more than a house is worth. With low inventory, they may need to reevaluate their list of must-haves, keep expectations realistic and be ready to compromise. When there are multiple offers, it’s helpf ul if buyers are willing to waive some contingencies. A large down payment or, if possible, paying cash can help sweeten the deal, too. Homeowners who spent 2020 debating whether to put their house on the market might find 2021 the time to go f or it. They will still need to do the usual things to get their house ready, such as making repairs and updates. A seller’s market is great f or f inding a buyer or even getting multiple offers, but there’s a downside, too. Sellers will f ind themselves f acing the same lack of inventory when they look f or a new home. Good timing will be important, as will f inding the best offer. That may not be the highest dollar amount, but the deal that will close quickly and smoothly. Inventory will remain tight, but the market could get a boost f rom three sources: homeowners who have to move due to some of the circumstances mentioned earlier, those who held of f selling in 2020 but are now ready to go, and new construction. New construction is on trend to grow. The only wrinkles that might affect the new construction market are the higher cost

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How real estate has and will continue to change in 2021

It’s a seller’s market going into 2021, and any time is a good time to sell a house due to increased demand. and scarcity of building materials, and a possible labor shortage. As long as builders can overcome those obstacles, there should be plenty of new homes for sale. While higher sales prices mean good commissions, getting to closing will take a lot of work f or agents. Multiple offers could see clients missing out on a home and going back to square one. But this is where the go-getters can shine — finding solutions for clients and putting negotiating skills to good use. One thing that will most likely impact buyers, sellers and real estate agents in 2021 is a longer-than-normal wait f or closing. The busy market and continuing low interest rates have lenders swamped in 2020. It will take some time for them to catch up with the backlog. Technology Takes Centerstage Searching online f or a home has become common in the past decade, but the pandemic has made it a necessity. Not only can buyers check out listings, but they can take virtual tours and f ill out paperwork electronically. Real estate technology has changed the way people buy and sell houses, and that is not going to change in 2021 — in fact, it will become the norm.

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Virtual open houses mean only serious buyers will arrange in-person meetings with realtors.

Buyers can narrow their search when house hunting from the comfort of their own homes. High quality prof essional photos, 3D virtual tours, and even today’s map sof tware make home shopping much easier than it once was. Visiting a house in person is now typically by appointment only, and with social distancing protocols in place. It’s helpf ul f or a buyer to have a very clear idea of what will and will not work f or them so they can make the best use of their time, and their agent’s time. Decreasing open houses, or eliminating them altogether, might seem like a bad thing, but it might actually work in the seller’s f avor. Buyers who come to see the house in person are more likely to be serious and ready to buy. Sellers and buyers will both notice a difference in how closings work. Regulations are changing to allow f or remote services like electronic signatures and even curbside closings. These may prove to become businessas-usual due to their speed and convenience. By-appointment-only showings will f ill up the space in realtors’ calendars lef t by f ewer open houses. Since this new environment will weed out those who aren’t completely ready to buy or sell, the majority of the agent’s time can be dedicated to those who are. They also need to be on the top of their virtual marketing game. They will be the driving f orce behind the staging and professional photos and videos. Article courtesy fo Hathaway Home Services.

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by Melissa Wilkinson When Kirkwood resident Megan Daniels fi st visited 1030 Barberry Lane on a house tour over 10 years ago, she had no idea she’d one day call it “home.” Located in the heart of the historic Meramec Highlands, 1030 Barberry Lane is a residence like no other. The f ormer location of the Frisco Train Depot got a f acelif t in 2006, beginning lif e anew as a luxury home. The house combines elements of the original structure — including much of the original stone — with modern amenities and style. Daniels felt a connection from the start. “The owners were there during the tour and I got to ask some questions about the depot, about its history. I just f ell in love with it,” said Daniels. “I’m a history buff when it comes to the Kirkwood community, so having the opportunity to talk with them on that tour was a gift.” Daniels left 1030 Barberry Lane that day, but she never forgot it. But owning it seemed like a pipe dream — until October 2020 came around. Daniels, husband Rich, and their three children were living in a bungalow behind The Magic House at the time, but they were looking for a new house to accommodate visits from her husband’s large family. “One day, Rich comes home and says, ‘You’ll never guess what’s on the market,’” said Daniels. “He hadn’t seen it, and the kids were doing virtual learning, so we all went to the open house. We walk in and Rich says, ‘Oh my god, this is beautiful.’” Even a decade later, Daniels was struck by the thought f ul design established by then-owners Don and Maria Kukla. Her husband was equally stunned. Their children — 20-year-old Grace, 18-year-old Luc and 13-year-old Zoey — immediately picked out their own bedrooms. “Rich said, ‘Well, what do you think?’” said Daniels. “I said, ‘I’ve been in love with this home for 10 years.’” They submitted a bid right away. Fortunately f or the Daniels, the Kuklas were looking f or a f amily who would appreciate the house’s history, and the Daniels fit the bill Having lived in Michigan, Belgium and New Jersey bef ore settling in Kirkwood nearly 15 years ago, the

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The 1891 Meramec Highlands Frisco Depot in Kirkwood was converted into a luxury home in 2006. Current owners Megan and Rich Daniels purchased the house at 1030 Barberry Lane for below its asking price of nearly $1.5 million from its fi st residents, Don and Maria Kukla, in October 2020. The sale included the adjacent pickleball courts. | Studio 724 Photography Daniels f amily is happy to have f ound a new longterm home. Though they’ve only lived there since December, Daniels knows she’s not leaving any time soon. “We’ve moved around quite a bit in Kirkwood and we’re not moving out of here,” she said. “We want to stay and raise the family and retire here — and we are so looking forward to having people come see the home. We’re looking forward to hosting again.” A Piece of History The Meramec Highlands, a f ormer resort destination in Kirkwood boasting f resh air and stunning views, opened in 1895. Built by prominent St. Louis businessman Marcus Bernheimer, the development encouraged travelers to get away from city life and relax. In 1989, the area became Kirkwood’s f i st historic district. Most of the highlands were lost to f i e or time, and the Frisco Depot, where visitors would arrive and depart by train, stood abandoned for years.

The new residents of 1030 Barberry Lane — the Daniels family. From top to bottom, left to right, are: Rich and Megan Daniels; children Grace, Luc and Zoey Daniels; and dogs Skipper (left) and Charlie. Not pictured: Feline residents Skylar and Nox.

The home theater of 1030 Barberry Lane is designed to mimic an 1890s railroad parlor car, with engine Number #1030 serving as its screen projector. | Studio 724 Photography “We have a lot of friends who are born and bred Kirkwoodians and people will come and say, ‘Hey, we used to party here when it was abandoned,’” said Daniels. “I’ve put it out there to people who know this building before it was a home. If you know anything or have any stories, I’d love to hear them.” The depot was rescued by Agape Construction, the owners of which still live in the neighborhood. The f i ebedroom, f i e-bath, 5,099-square-f oot home at 1030 Barberry Lane f eatures a stunning array of luxury and modern design, with many rooms and structures built atop sections of the train station itself. The house boasts a “grand room” with alder wood paneling and a 12-foot beamed ceiling. The formal dining room includes the original stone f i eplace. What was once the “woman’s parlour” is now the master bedroom. The home theater room is designed to mimic an 1890s railroad parlor car, with engine Number #1030 serving as the movie screen projector. Every room breathes history. “I think about the stories,” said Daniels. “I think about them every single day.”

Committed to Community Though her husband is originally f rom the East Coast, Daniels grew up in north St. Louis County. A track and cross country runner in high school, she would often visit the track at Kirkwood High School. She loved the community and its walkability, and hoped to one day live there. Fif teen years ago, her wish came true. Daniels now works at Kirkwood United Methodist Church. Husband Rich Daniels works f or Anchor Packaging. The two also own Amigos Cantina and Kirkwood Pop Co. Daniels continues her legacy in cross country as a coach for Kirkwood High School. She considers it a blessing to be the next caretaker of 1030 Barberry Lane. Once the pandemic passes and conditions are saf er, she plans to continue the tradition of hosting historical tours. Though she knows her f amily will one day pass the torch to another, f or now, she’s excited to share the history of the Frisco Depot with Kirkwood. “We are truly committed to the community,” she said. “We’ve grown roots here for 15 years. To be able to live in this historical landmark is such a gift.”

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Follow these tips to help make home buying a little less stressful Livable, affordable and f riendly are some of the adjectives heard by those in the market for a home. Finding a new place to live can be both exciting and stressful. These important tips will help buyers navigate the St. Louis real estate market.

and keep looking. Listen to the agent’s advice on what a home is actually worth and how much should be offered. On the f lip side, be cautious about falling in love with a home in foreclosure. A super low price could f eel too good to pass up, but these homes can be neglected and need a lot of work. A buyer could also be competing with house f lippe s. Buying a f oreclosed home can be complicated f or an inexperienced buyer and should be approached with caution.

DO Save For A Down Payment Opinions differ about the amount buyers should put down on a home, but one thing is clear — the bigger the down payment, the better. It’s never too soon to start saving for a down payment. This goes f or current homeowners as well as f i st-time homebuyers. There’s no guarantee that the proceeds of a home sale will be enough to get the house you want. The more money saved and the better the credit score, the more options buyers will have in the St. Louis area real estate market. DON’T Make A Lowball Offe It might be tempting to make an offer well below the asking price. Some buyers think they might get lucky and have it accepted, or that it’s a good way to start negotiations that will eventually wear the seller down to a lower price. Either way, it can make it seem like a buyer isn’t really serious about the property. In today’s market, bidding wars are common. An unreasonably low offer runs the risk of not being considered at all. Some owners may even be insulted and won’t warm up to the idea of negotiating any further. When making that f i st offer, it’s smart to follow a real estate agent’s lead. They’re f amiliar with the market and can determine what’s fair, but still leave room for negotiation. DO Get Prequalified Or Preapproved For A Mortgage Once you’re sure home ownership is right for you, start to research mortgage lenders. Get prequali f i ation or preapproval documents before shopping f or St. Louis real estate. This will help buyers understand how much they can afford so they can narrow down their searches. It will also demonstrate to real estate agents that a buyer is serious and ready to buy, instead of “just looking.” A buyer can get prequalifiedfor a loan by sharing some f inancial inf ormation with a lender. The lender then gives an estimate of what loan amount the buyer should be able to get. In many cases, the prequalif ied amount is a ballpark number. Preapproval, on the other hand, is a bit more involved and the results are more of f icial The lender runs a credit check and does a thorough examination of the buyer’s f inancial records. The buyer comes away with a concrete approved loan amount, interest rate and monthly payment. DON’T Fall In Love With The First Place You See Both the city of St. Louis and St. Louis County have a vast array of neighborhoods to f it any lif estyle and budget. Narrowing down a search can be frustrating and time-consuming. Some people are anxious to speed up the process and talk themselves into loving the f i st place that checks most of their boxes. Others truly do f all f or something they see early in their search. Either way, it’s a good idea to slow down and take a breath. Love at f i st sight can have buyers

overlooking major f l ws and red f la s. Even if the house is nearly perfect, there may be something out there even bigger and better, or for a lower price. Emotions def ini ely play a part in a home search. Buyers need to beware that they don’t let their feelings overrule their practicality and common sense. DO Crunch The Numbers On Monthly Expenses A preapproval can reveal the amount affordable f or a monthly mortgage payment, but other costs of home ownership must be considered, too. Taxes, insurance, utilities and homeowner association f ees f or a new home might be considerably higher than someone is used to paying for their old house. Even when a buyer falls in love with a house, it’s not unusual to have a to-do list of renovations and repairs. This is especially true if the buyer has gotten a good deal by agreeing to accept some f l ws. Those costs must f it into the monthly budget, as they can quickly eat away at any savings f rom getting the house at a bargain price. DON’T Overlook Costly Flaws There are a lot of beautif ul houses in the St. Louis area and it’s easy to fall in love at f i st sight, but remember the old adage that beauty is only skin deep. Buyers need to keep their eyes open f or what could be lurking beneath the bright, shiny surface. Make sure the house is structurally sound and insist on the proper inspections. Check the basement f or leaks and mold. Basements and foundations can be a particular problem in many older homes in St. Louis. Mature trees can make a street gorgeous, but their branches can damage roof s and their roots can crack sidewalks and sewer lines. Old homes might have outdated plumbing or old-f ashioned knob and tube wiring. These things don’t need to be dealbreakers. You may have f ound your dream house, but you do need to know what you’re getting into and how it could cost you in the future.

DO Look Beyond First Impressions While you need to be aware of hidden fl ws, it’s also best to keep an open mind when touring houses in St. Louis. In many cases, a coat of paint or some new landscaping can transf orm the uglyduckling house into a swan. And with some time and effort, bigger changes can be made to flooring, fi tures, appliances and even floor plans to make the house more to your taste. Focus on the value and “bones” of the home, and look for its hidden potential. Know what can be changed quickly and inexpensively and plan to do those fi st. Then make a plan for the rest. It’s better to buy something boring or not your taste and put your own stamp on it, rather than a pretty house that’s falling apart. DON’T Lose Sight of Your Goals It’s easy to get excited about a house and throw all thoughts of budgets and goals out the window. It’s important to remember things like how much work you’re willing to do, how much time you want to spend fixing up a home, and most importantly, what you can afford. Avoid getting in a bidding war and buying something beyond your means. Sometimes the budget can be stretched a bit, but of ten, it’s best to walk away

DO Ask About Special Districts When viewing homes, ask if the neighborhood is part of a special housing district. The city of St. Louis has several historic districts that include houses and landmarks of national, state and local signifi ance. City ordinances f o ten dictate rehabilitation guidelines and set design standards in these areas. Homeowners may have strict rules to f ollow, especially when it comes to the exterior of the building. Buying a home in a special district may be a point of pride, but it usually comes with additional responsibilities and concerns. DON’T Try To Negotiate Yourself Negotiating is a collaborative process, so make a bid based on the advice of a real estate prof essional. Let them do the communicating with the seller, and don’t ever try to do a deal behind their back. There’s a reason why agents charge a commission. Negotiation is an art and it’s best to let a pro handle it. Buyers may f ind a house that’s “For Sale By Owner,” but just because the homeowner has decided to handle the sale themselves doesn’t mean the buyer must go the same route. A real estate agent may think of things a buyer didn’t even know to ask about. They will make sure everything happens in a timely manner and by the book. Best of all, the buyer probably won’t have to pay the agent’s commission. The seller is typically responsible f or all commissions at closing. DO Hire a Reputable Local Agent One of the best decisions a home buyer can make is hiring a buyer’s agent who knows the area’s real estate. A buyer needs an agent who will be with them every step of the way to help get that person — or a f amily — into that new home.

Buyers need to keep their eyes open for what could be lurking beneath the bright, shiny surface.

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NOW IS THE TIME FOR THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS

Sue Wolter • Full time professional with 28 years experience helping buyers and sellers • Dedicated to excellent customer service My business is based on client referrals! • Marketing and relocation specialist • 2019 Winner Five Star Best in Client Satisfaction • Consistently ranked as a top producer of CBG agents in St. Louis area

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Experts Say Pandemic Expected To Bring Lasting Changes To Home Design COVID-19 has brought changes to everything, and home design is no exception. Experts are expecting to see lasting impacts on everything f rom the materials used to the rooms we prioritize. Check out these and other noteworthy trends: • Houses Over Apartments. Many people who live in condos or apartments do so to be closer to the action — work, entertainment and shops — and never planned on spending much time at home. But the pandemic has changed that, and more people are going to want a home that offers plenty of room and outdoor space in case they need to self -isolate again. • Self Suf f icien . A hard lesson learned is that things and services people came to count on aren’t necessarily a sure thing, so items that increase self reliance will become very popular. Expect to see more homes with sources of energy like solar panels, sources of heat like fi eplaces and stoves, and even urban and indoor gardens that allow people to grow their own produce. • Outdoor Living. Between playgrounds closing and parks becoming crowded, many are turning to balconies, patios and backyards f or f resh air and nature. This means investing more in outdoor spaces, with f unctional kitchens, soothing water f eatures, cozy f i epits and high-quality outdoor f urniture to create a muchneeded escape. • Healthier Spaces. Thanks to spending more time indoors and reprioritizing health concerns, many will turn to design to help ensure that

Stamped concrete offers a variety of textures and patterns.

Try Stamped Concrete To Decorate Patios, Driveways One way to improve curb appeal and set a property apart f rom others is to add decorative effects to walkways, patios and driveways. Although many homeowners turn to materials such as pavers, f la stone or brick f or these purposes, a versatile and often costeffective idea is to rely on stamped concrete. Stamped concrete, of ten called textured or imprinted concrete, is textured, patterned or embossed to mimic the look of other materials, notably brick, slate, f la stone, stone, tile and wood. Stamped concrete can be used on patios, sidewalks, driveways, pool decks, and even interior f looring. The concrete is poured and then patterned using special tools. Installing stamped concrete is best lef t to concrete design specialists with extensive experience in this difficult aft.

More people are going to want a home that offers plenty of room and outdoor space in case they need to self-isolate again. homes are saf e and healthy f or their families. Expect to see a rise in products like water f ilt ation systems as well as materials that improve indoor air quality. For new homes and additions alternatives to wood-f raming — like insulated concrete f orms, which offer improved ventilation f or healthier indoor air quality and an environment that’s less susceptible to mold — will be key. • Home Of f ic Space. Business experts are suggesting many companies will see that working f rom home is not only possible, but offers tangible benef it , like saving money on of f ic space rent. With working f rom home

on the rise, creating a home offic space that inspires productivity will be a major project many will tackle. Luxury home offic furniture that feels chic and blends into a home’s decor as well as ergonomic chairs and desks will see a major boost. • Custom & Quality. With the hit to the economy, people are going to be buying less, but what they do buy will be better quality, while at the same time making an effort to support American businesses. When it comes to design, trends will shift to locally made furniture, custom-built homes and pieces and materials that stand the test of time.

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Top 5 Hottest Home Building Trends These days, home trends are about more than good design and aesthetics — they’re about creating spaces that ref lect and owner’s values and are more comf ortable and enjoyable to live in. From net-zero and net-positive construction to tiny minimalist homes, trends are all about a family’s lifestyle. Whether shopping f or a new home, renovating your own or creating a new build f rom scratch, here are some of the biggest trends homeowners need to know for inspiration. • Sustainable Design. This one has been popular f or a long time, but green design has evolved to be about much more than energy-e ff ici t appliances and LED light bulbs. Now, it’s all about making sure everything in a home reduces the carbon f ootprint and minimizes any impact on the environment. To try the trend, think big and get creative — install solar panels on the roof , choose building materials that don’t require deforestation and upcycle old f urniture f or decorative elements instead of buying new. • Disaster Resiliency. From tornadoes to flooding, people now need to prepare f or the worst when building their homes. Switching to disaster-resilient materials is an important f i st step.

Many are now choosing to stay close to home, recreating in their backyards by creating new living spaces such as pools, kitchens and outdoor TVs. Many builders now pref er to use stronger, more energy-e f f ici t materials like insulated concrete forms instead of more traditional materials like wood. Insulated concrete forms can withstand winds of up to 250 miles per hour and offer a fi e protection rating of up to four hours. • Outdoor Living. Many are now choosing to f orgo getting a cottage

or summer home and recreate the experience in our own backyards. This trend helps make the most of existing space and take full advantage of yards or patios during the summer months. Design a f ull living space outside, complete with an outdoor television and comfy couches, as well as a kitchen and ref rigerator f or entertaining. Consider adding a f i eplace or f i epit to keep

warm during cool summer nights and enjoy the outdoors through spring, f all and even winter for those who are brave. • Home Automation. This is another longstanding trend that shows no signs of slowing down. It has also evolved to encompass more of the home to make lif e even more comf ortable and convenient. From an oven that can be turned on remotely to preheat, to skylights that can open and close automatically to create the perf ect ambient temperature, there are more ways than ever to integrate smart home technology into a living space. Start small with voice assistant and smart light bulbs and work your way up to a total smart home system that includes home security, temperature controls and all your electronic devices. • Customization. Don’t settle f or what mass manuf acturers decide to build, or what works f or everyone else. Creating a unique home is the latest trend, with custom-built storage and personalized architectural f eatures to make the space stand out. Some go as f ar as building a custom home that’s suited to their f amilies. Older home demolitions and purchasing land-only properties is becoming more common, allowing buyers to work with an architect to create exactly what they want with a new build.

A Guide To Buying & Setting Up A Bird Bath Warm weather means more opportunities to spend time outdoors while at home. Whether a f avorite f orm of outdoor recreation includes sitting on the patio reading or digging in the garden, there’s a good chance of sharing that space with local wildlife. Optimizing opportunities to view and interact with backyard wildlif e can make the great outdoors even more enjoyable. There are around 2,059 bird species on the continent of North America. Northern cardinals, blue jays, American robins and mourning doves are among the most commonly seen birds in Missouri. Making a backyard hospitable to birds can increase the chances f or sightings and hearing their sweet songs. Installing a bird bath can be a step in the right direction. Place the bird bath in the shade if possible to ensure the water is cool and fresh.

Bird baths can make yards more attractive to birds. Birds require a supply of f resh, clean water f or drinking and bathing. By setting up a bath, homeowners can attract not only seed-loving birds, but those that don’t eat seeds and wouldn’t normally congregate around feeders. Experts surmise that birds may bathe to maintain their feathers. Not all bird baths are constructed the in the same f ashion. Many bird baths sold in stores are better suited f or decoration than f or serving as f unctional baths. There are f our general types of bird bath: standing pedestal, hanging bath, deck-mounted and ground-level. In general, the lower a bird bath is to the ground, the more likely birds are to use it. Most natural sources of water birds use are on or near the ground. Theref ore, ground-level bird baths may be the best investments. It is important to keep the water in a bird bath shallow (around two inches of water or less). This enables

birds to splash around saf ely and wade in. Birds do not want to slide around, so a material that is coated and slippery, like glazed ceramic or glass, may not be too popular. Rough stone or a bird bath modif ied with pea gravel or rocks can give birds steady footing. Place the bird bath in the shade if possible to ensure the water is cool and f resh. Locate it by a tree so the birds can hop up to a branch and preen afterwards. A bird bath is more attractive if it has a dripping or moving water feature, as this is often irresistible to birds. Another way to ensure the bath will be used is to keep it clean and maintained. Change the water every day or two. Rinse of f the bath to remove droppings, bugs and other debris. Once birds learn there is a comf ortable bath nearby, they may be more apt to visit a yard and may even become frequent guests.

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My experience with real estate allows me an informed opinion on market value. The client also has helpful insight and it’s important for us to work together to create a successful partnership.

I believe that honesty is such an important part of providing fine customer service. Clients rely on facts and expertise to make informed decisions and I will do what I can to provide that information.

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Specializing in executive housing in the central corridor. Marilyn assesses the market, anticipates changes and turns on a dime. Clients appreciate her ability to prioritize, think creatively and streamline their involvement. She structures deals with skill and finesse. “Sold” is her middle name.

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List Well. Buy Smart. That’s our mantra as we focus on the things that matter to you. Personal assistance in successfully maneuvering the market. Expert advice. Undeniable tenacity. Cooperative spirit. Seamless service. And, always your best interest at heart!

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I do more than sell homes, I sell the life that comes with it, which requires a deep understanding of the local area as well as each client’s wants and needs.

I want to be YOUR agent! I promise to be THAT agent who will price/prep your home, so it SELLS quickly and for the most $$$! OR, Looking for a new home? I will craft an offer that will WIN that ‘food fight’ for your favorite listing!

For more than 15 years I have been happy to serve our community representing buyers and sellers, first-time home buyers, individuals who are downsizing, upsizing and corporate clients in their real estate transactions.

A native St. Louisian with strong ties to the community. Highly committed to every client’s best interest with a strong record of repeat business.

Whether he is representing a firsttime buyer or buyers in need of a larger home for their growing family, Huggins is able to meet clients wherever they are in the process and navigate the ins and outs of the sale and purchase of their next home.

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I LOVE KIRKWOOD! With 25 years in the business, whether you are selling a beloved home, or looking for that perfect new place to call home, I will work tirelessly for you. Kirkwood is my home.

Growing up in this great city, I have a deep understanding of neighborhoods, resources and entertainment venues. Sharing my expertise coupled with my appreciation of finding just the right home is something I relish.

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Allie, Alison, and Lauren rely predominately on referrals from satisfied past clients, friends and family. They pride themselves on being accessible, professional, trustworthy, and dependable. With a combined 26+ years of experience and over $225 million dollars’ worth of sold properties, the team goes beyond the usual expectations!

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or over 75 years, Laura McCarthy Real Estate has been finding home buyers of St. Louis their dream home. Laura McCarthy has been thriving for decades because of its savvy agents and staff who work tirelessly to meet the needs of each client. The reviews of Laura McCarthy have spread through St. Louis via word of mouth and written testimonials, making it well known to every native St. Louisian, if you sell or buy with Laura McCarthy Real Estate, your satisfaction is guaranteed!

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My goal is to truly listen to my clients, make them aware of all their options, and have them feel totally comfortable with every aspect of their transaction.

I employ dedicated service and countless attention to detail to meet my clients’ needs and expectations in their success in the home buying and selling process. I treat clients the way you would want to be treated.

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Experience, connections, attention to detail, total commitment to your satisfaction and best interest! A perfect match for your 2021 real estate needs!

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WHAT HOMES SOLD FOR For period Jan. 1, 2021 to Feb. 24, 2021

63119 9 Clydehurst Drive 3 beds, 2 baths, 1,886 sq. ft. Sold on 2/23/21 Sold: $301,217 322 Lithia Ave. 4 beds, 2 baths, 1,216 sq. ft. Sold on 2/23/21 Sold: $205,012 835 Marshall Ave. 2 beds, 1 bath, 896 sq. ft. Sold on 2/23/21 Sold: $215,095 227 College Ave. 2 beds, 1 bath, 1,442 sq. ft. Sold on 2/22/21 Sold: $230,125 820 N. Elm Ave. 3 beds, 1 bath, 760 sq. ft. Sold on 2/21/21 Sold: $99,729 1011 Kuhlman Lane 4 beds, 2 baths, 1,368 sq. ft. Sold on 2/21/21 Sold: $180,954 7802 Grove Ave. 2 beds, 1 bath, 1,382 sq. ft. Sold on 2/18/21 Sold: $259,303 8637 Big Bend Blvd. 2 beds, 1 bath, 1,039 sq. ft. Sold on 2/18/21 Sold: $199,935

221 E. Lockwood Ave. 5 beds, 4 baths, 3,033 sq. ft. Sold on 2/15/21 Sold: $593,417 423 Bacon Ave. 3 beds, 3 baths, 2,200 sq. ft. Sold on 2/14/21 Sold: $400,352 236 E. Swon Ave. 6 beds, 4 bath, 6,187 sq. ft. Sold on 2/10/21 Sold: $900,509 427 Fieldcrest Drive 3 beds, 2 bath, 1,428 sq. ft. Sold on 2/10/21 Sold: $370,000 9715 Whitestone Terrace 4 beds, 2 baths, 1,190 sq. ft. Sold on 2/9/21 Sold: $223,456 2831 Dunkirk Drive 3 beds, 2 baths, 1,771 Sold on 2/9/21 Sold: $230,173 512 Selma Ave. 3 beds, 1 bath, 1,497 sq. ft. Sold on 2/8/21 Sold: $362,184 521 Greeley Ave. 4 beds, 4 baths, 3,525 sq. ft. Sold on 2/4/21 Sold: $650,774 542 N. Rock Hill Rd. 3 beds, 1 bath, 1,073 sq. ft. Sold on 2/4/21 Sold: $200,485

With four bedrooms and three baths, this beautiful home at 242 College Ave. in Webster Groves sold in January for $702,565.

This turn-of-the-century Webster Groves home at 521 Greeley Ave. sold on Feb. 4 for $650,774. 703 Edgar Road 3 beds, 3 baths, 2,116 sq. ft. Sold on 2/4/21 Sold: $350,416

242 College Ave. 4 beds, 3 baths, 3,300 sq. ft. Sold on 1/28/21 Sold: $702,565

1118 Summit Ave. 3 beds, 2 baths, 1,161 sq. ft. Sold on 2/4/21 Sold: $179,675

7224 Nottingham Ave. 2 beds, 2 baths, 945 sq. ft. Sold on 1/28/21 Sold: $99,392

938 Marshall Ave. Unit D 2 beds, 1 bath, 786 sq. ft. Sold on 2/4/21 Sold: $89,987

2839 Dunkirk Drive 3 beds, 2 bath, 1,019 sq. ft. Sold on 1/27/21 Sold: $210,803

7821 Kenridge Lane 2 beds, 2 baths, 1,296 sq. ft. Sold on 2/3/21 Sold: $197,555

312 Greeley Ave. 4 beds, 2 baths, 1,876 sq. ft. Sold on 1/27/21 Sold: $376,435

528 Clark Ave. 3 beds, 2 baths, 1,776 sq. ft. Sold on 2/3/21 Sold: $440,004

7304 Murdoch Ave. 3 beds, 2 baths, 1,244 sq. ft. Sold on 1/27/21 Sold: $210,803

5029 Danbury Ave. 3 beds, 3 baths, 2,884 sq. ft. Sold on 2/2/21 Sold: $325,002

510 Leonard Ave. 3 beds, 3 baths, 1,952 sq. ft. Sold on 1/27/21 Sold: $270,743

7319 Murdoch Ave. 2 beds, 1 bath, 1,000 sq. ft. Sold on 2/1/21 Sold: $175,173

531 Colebrook Drive Apt. D 2 beds, 2 baths, 1,280 sq. ft. Sold on 1/21/21 Sold: $201,981

670 Marshall Ave. 4 beds, 3 baths, 2,184 sq. ft. Sold on 1/31/21 Sold: $450,038

813 N. Elm Ave. 2 beds, 1 bath, 1,092 sq. ft. Sold on 1/21/21 Sold: $97,968

4707 Verguene Ave. 2 beds, 2 baths, 918 sq. ft. Sold on 1/31/21 Sold: $225,614

513 Hollywood Place 4 beds, 2 baths, 2,200 sq. ft. Sold on 1/20/21 Sold: $321,166

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WHAT HOMES SOLD FOR

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509 Sunningwell Drive 3 beds, 2 bath, 1,634 sq. ft. Sold on1/19/21 Sold: $292,996 330 Barron Lane 5 beds, 5 baths, 4,071 sq. ft. Sold on 1/19/21 Sold: $678,466 202 Eldridge Ave. 3 beds, 1 bath, 1,443 sq. ft. Sold on 1/18/21 Sold: $165,038 545 Harper Ave. 2 beds, 1 bath, 725 sq. ft. Sold on 1/18/21 Sold: $185,737 841 Greeley Ave. 3 beds, 1 bath, 1,262 sq. ft. Sold on 1/14/21 Sold: $256,517 226 Rosemont Ave. 5 beds, 4 baths, 3,125 sq. ft. Sold on 1/14/21 Sold: $793,685

7822 Kenridge Lane 3 beds, 2 baths, 1,745 sq. ft. Sold on 1/14/21 Sold: $229,357 400 Glen Road 4 beds, 2 baths, 2,730 sq. ft. Sold on 1/13/21 Sold: $583,547 7409 Triwoods Drive Apt. F 2 beds, 1 bath, 868 sq. ft. Sold on 1/12/21 Sold: $120,602 7416 Triwoods Drive Apt. C 2 beds, 2 baths, 868 sq. t. Sold on 1/12/21 Sold: $117,734 4909 Verguene Ave. 2 beds, 2 baths, 1,870 sq. ft. Sold on 1/7/21 Sold: $271,748 7602 Devonshire Ave. 3 beds, 2 baths, 1,281 sq. ft. Sold on 1/6/21 Sold: $160,595 7431 Weil Ave. 3 beds, 1 bath, 1,176 sq. ft. Sold on 1/6/21 Sold: $196,416

Located in Oakland, this was once the former studio and offices for esteemed architect Harris Armstrong. It sold in January for $1,075,538. 1014 Summit Ave. 4 beds, 3 baths, 2,699 sq. ft. Sold on 1/5/21 Sold: $437,963 1647 Crabapple Lane 2 beds, 1 bath, 1,056 sq. ft. Sold on 1/5/21 Sold: $173,171 1372 Grant Road 4 beds, 2 baths, 2,000 sq. ft. Sold on 1/4/21 Sold: $292,024 633 Sherwood Drive 4 beds, 6 baths, 4,266 sq. ft. Sold on 1/3/21 Sold: $1,261,457

63122 1110 North Drive 4 beds, 2 baths, 2,254 sq. ft. Sold on2/23/21 Sold: $528,136 1228 W. Essex Ave. 3 beds, 3 baths, 1,202 sq. ft.

This beautiful 3,768 sq. ft. SMART home, 421 Caroline Ave. in Kirkwood, features four bedrooms and five ba hs with a three-car garage. It sold on Jan. 19 for $703,594.

202 E. Adams Ave. 3 beds, 1 bath, 1,421 sq. ft. Sold on 2/22/21 Sold: $501,862 524 Laven Del Lane 3 beds, 1 bath, 1,014 sq. ft. Sold on 2/18/21 Sold: $219,901 414 Woodview Manor Lane 3 beds, 4 baths, 2,820 sq. ft. Sold on 2/18/21 Sold: $604,385 1968 Meadowtree Lane Apt. 2 3 beds, 2 baths, 1,582 sq. ft. Sold on 2/16/21 Sold: $226,119 601 Essex Court 5 beds, 6 baths, 4,256 sq. ft. Sold on 2/15/21 Sold: $950,354

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1203 Simmons Ave. 4 beds, 3 baths, 2,166 sq. ft. Sold on 2/15/21 Sold: $521,367 887 Victoria Place 2 beds, 1 bath, 1,272 sq. ft. Sold on 2/11/21 Sold: $317,195 1432 Frontenay Court 4 beds, 4 baths, 2,680 sq. ft. Sold on 2/11/21 Sold: $550,338 133 Oakside Lane 3 beds, 3 bath, 1,691 sq. ft. Sold on 2/10/21 Sold: $320,418 1034 Bernice Ave. 2 beds, 2 baths, 1,323 sq. ft. Sold on 2/10/21 Sold: $313,177 207 S. Taylor Ave. #13 5 beds, 5 baths, 2,370 sq. ft. Sold on 2/10/21 Sold: $492,652 224 Charmers Court 2 beds, 2 baths, 1,116 sq. ft. Sold on 2/9/21 Sold: $134,900

484 Longfellow Ave. 3 beds, 2 baths, 1,274 sq. ft. Sold on 2/8/21 Sold: $300,282 9726 Big Bend Blvd. 3 beds, 3 baths, 1,797 sq. ft. Sold on 2/8/21 Sold: $367,187 912 Simmons Ave. 4 beds, 4 baths, 3,903 sq. ft. Sold on 2/7/21 Sold: $1,056,728 916 Chelsea Ave. 4 beds, 2 baths, 1,922 sq. ft. Sold on 2/4/21 Sold: $366,357 12860 Big Bend Road 1 bed, 3 baths, 2,156 sq. ft. Sold on 2/3/21 Sold: $332,626 412 Nelda Ave. 4 beds, 4 baths, 3,400 sq. ft. Sold on 2/1/21 Sold: $685,068 512 Coverdale Lane 4 beds, 4 baths, 3,010 sq. ft. Sold on 1/31/21 Sold: $665,166

Offering 3,400 square feet of space with four bedrooms, three and one-half baths and a three-car garage, this beautifully landscaped Kirkwood home at 412 Nelda Ave. recently sold for $699,900. 906 N. Taylor Ave. 3 beds, 2 baths, 2,253 sq. ft. Sold on 1/31/21 Sold: $415,729

418 W. Argonne Drive 4 beds, 2 baths, 2,500 sq. ft. Sold on 1/27/21 Sold: $512,248

1737 Lynkirk Lane 4 beds, 3 baths, 1,991 sq. ft. Sold on 1/28/21 Sold: $552,015

1151 Folger Ave. 2 beds, 1 bath, 816 sq. ft. Sold on 1/27/21 Sold: $146,057

504 Creekside Place 3 beds, 3 baths, 2,460 sq. ft. Sold on 1/28/21 Sold: $431,575

6 Bellerosa Court 5 beds, 5 baths, 5,281 sq. ft. Sold on 1/27/21 Sold: $853,253

556 Ballas Park Drive 4 beds, 4 baths, 3,551 sq. ft. Sold on 1/28/21 Sold: $586,589 123 Hollywood Lane 3 beds, 3 baths, 2,055 sq. ft. Sold on 1/28/21 Sold: $471,568 816 N. Geyer Road 4 beds, 5 baths, 3,449 sq. ft. Sold on 1/28/21 Sold: $697,546 850 Brookcreek Lane 4 beds, 4 baths, 2,848 sq. ft. Sold on 1/28/21 Sold: $662,418 1724 Virginia Lane 1 bed, 1 bath, 635 sq. ft. Sold on 1/28/21 Sold: $161,866

All new windows and doors, custom lighting and new hardwood flooring at this home located at 1432 Frontenay Court in Kirkwood. The four-bedroom, four-bath home sold for $550,338.

125 E. Jewel Ave. 4 beds, 3 baths, 1,741 sq. ft. Sold on 1/28/21 Sold: $552,015

1339 Lockett Lane 4 beds, 3 baths, 2,705 sq. ft. Sold on 1/27/21 Sold: $526,282 328 Barrington Square #A 2 beds, 2 baths, 1,268 sq. ft. Sold on 1/27/21 Sold: $130,803 507 Rotherwood Court 4 beds, 3 baths, 2,780 sq. ft. Sold on 1/27/21 Sold: $486,756 443 S. Clay Ave. Apt. C 2 beds, 1 bath, 897 sq. ft. Sold on 1/26/21 Sold: $122,286 216 Wilson Ave. 3 beds, 2 baths, 1,776 sq. ft. Sold on 1/25/21 Sold: $239,189

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588 Brookhaven Court 5 beds, 5 baths, 3,148 sq. ft. Sold on 1/25/21 Sold: $808,344 136 Maple Hill Lane 3 beds, 2 baths, 1,546 sq. ft. Sold on 1/24/21 Sold: $296,273 511 Angenette Ave. 4 beds, 3 baths, 2700 sq. ft. Sold on 1/21/21 Sold: $620,971 516 Arminda Ave. 0 bed, 0 bath, 950 sq. ft. Sold on 1/21/21 Sold: $212,954 1030 N. Harrison Ave. Apt. 507 1 bed, 1 bath, 717 sq. ft. Sold on 1/20/21 Sold: $114,566 912 Trellis Lane 2 beds, 1 bath, 816 sq. ft. Sold on 1/20/21 Sold: $159,790 710 Lexington Ave. 5 beds, 4 baths, 3,026 sq. ft. Sold on 1/20/21 Sold: $652,792 434 W. Essex Ave. 5 beds, 6 baths, 3,150 sq. ft. Sold on 1/20/21 Sold: $1,555,002 710 Lexington Ave. 5 beds, 2 baths, 3,026 sq. ft. Sold on 1/20/21 Sold: $652,792 1030 N. Harrison Ave. Apt. 507 1 bed, 1 bath, 717 sq. ft. Sold on 1/20/21 Sold: $114,566 1929 Greenpoint Drive Apt. 301 1 bed, 1 bath, 753 sq. ft. Sold on 1/19/21 Sold: $90,462

421 Caroline Ave. 4 beds, 5 baths, 3,768 sq. ft. Sold on 1/19/21 Sold: $703,594 23 Sweetbriar Lane 4 beds, 2 baths, 2013 sq. ft. Sold on 1/18/21 Sold: $401,114 231 W. Monroe Ave. Unit 101 2 beds, 2 baths, 1,161 sq. ft. Sold on 1/14/21 Sold: $291,255 101 Thorncliff Lan 3 beds, 3 baths, 1,560 sq. ft. Sold on 1/14/21 Sold: $281,484 640 Tarrymore Lane 3 beds, 3 baths, 1,725 sq. ft. Sold on 1/14/21 Sold: $416,967 2 Dickson Court 2 beds, 2 baths, 1,484 sq. ft. Sold on 1/14/21 Sold: $221,063 934 Singlepath Lane 6 beds, 6 baths, 4,822 sq. ft. Sold on 1/13/21 Sold: $1,075,538 413 S. Geyer Road Unit 2 3 beds, 3 baths, 2,204 sq. ft. Sold on 1/12/21 Sold: $281,578 927 Couch Lane 3 beds, 2 baths, 1,636 sq. ft. Sold on 1/11/21 Sold: $349,135 836 Queen Anne Place 4 beds, 4 baths, 2,975 sq. ft. Sold on 1/10/21 Sold: $678,619 1008 Grandview Drive 4 beds, 3 baths, 1,659 sq. ft. Sold on 1/10/21 Sold: $226,449

This four bedroom, five ba h home at 13000 Deutschmann Lane in Des Peres sold on Jan. 13, 2021, for $879,0930. 117 E. Bodley Ave. Apt. 4B 3 beds, 2 baths, 1212 sq. ft. Sold on 1/7/21 Sold: $243,124

2 Morris Place Drive 4 beds, 4 baths, 4,100 sq. ft. Sold on 1/24/21 Sold: $713,314

454 S. Clay Ave. 2 beds, 3 baths, 1,723 sq. ft. Sold on 1/7/21 Sold: $313,207

16 Winslow Lane 3 beds, 2 baths, 2,731 sq. ft. Sold on 1/19/21 Sold: $391,740

500 Monaco Drive 4 beds, 4 baths, 2,692 sq. ft. Sold on 1/5/21 Sold: $679,597

2380 Camberwell Drive 4 beds, 2 baths, 2,477 sq. ft. Sold on 1/14/21 Sold: $372,202

18 Ponca Trail 3 beds, 2 baths, 1,974 sq. ft. Sold on 1/3/21 Sold: $387,985

13000 Deutschmann Lane 4 beds, 5 baths, 4,308 sq. ft. Sold on 1/13/21 Sold: $879,930

22 Westwood Forest Lane 3 beds, 3 baths, 3,412 sq. ft. Sold on 1/3/21 Sold: $730,622

1044 Haversham Place 4 beds, 3 baths, 2,214 sq. ft. Sold on 1/11/21 Sold: $445,134

48 Ponca Trail 4 beds, 4 baths, 3,400 sq. ft. Sold on 1/3/21 Sold: $790,610

1401 Breezeridge Drive 4 beds, 2 baths, 2,416 sq. ft. Sold on 1/11/21 Sold: $408,886

63131 (Des Peres) 1872 Roth Drive 5 beds, 7 baths, 4,838 sq. ft. Sold on 2/9/21 Sold: $802,605 11821 Claychester Drive 3 beds, 2 baths, 1,914 sq. ft. Sold on 2/7/21 Sold: $375,255 534 Hickory Ridge Court 4 beds, 3 baths, 3,312 Sold on 2/4/21 Sold: $423,847

848 Windemere Ave. 4 beds, 3 baths, 2,618 sq. ft. Sold on 1/10/21 Sold: $542,895 1439 Fawnvalley Dr. 5 beds, 5 baths, 5,147 sq. ft. Sold on 1/7/21 Sold: $559,882 12808 Westledge Lane 3 beds, 3 baths, 2,553 sq. ft. Sold on 1/4/21 Sold: $568,943

What Homes Sold For information provided by the Voges/Vishion Team

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