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Let's Hear It For The Men LET'S HEAR IT FOR THE MEN AND CELEBRATE ALL YOU DO IN OUR COMMUNITY. In this issue, we want to honor our dads, granddads, uncles, and all those who have a role in raising up the children in our community. The next generation is of utmost importance. Whether you coach a sports team, help out with your kiddo’s homework, or work extra hard at your job or your business to support your family, we want to take this month to celebrate your efforts.

kelley Lamm-Montgomery kelley.lamm@lifestylepubs.com Gordon Montgomery gordon.montgomery@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

Judy Peters | judy.peters@lifestylepubs.com AD DESIGNER

Rachel Chrisman L AYO UT DESIGNER

Emily Lisenbee CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Judy Peters, Kara Savio, Victoria Babu, Kathleen Kaiser CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Janet Watkins

Some of the gents highlighted in this issue are recognized for their long careers in public broadcasting, as authors, as long-time business owners…as well as for the work they do to make a difference in kids’ lives here and around the world.

Summer is almost here and so are some of the great activities in our area that we’ve been missing, so check out the June Calendar for Father’s Day fun, outdoor concerts, bus trips, and charity events!

Enjoy your family time, especially with Dad this month, and don’t forget to do something just for yourself, too.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JUNE 2021

FEATURES 14 The Radio Men Local Personalities Making A Difference While Fulfilling Their Passions

22 A Sweet Legacy A Great Grandson Carrying on the American Dream

26 Impacting the Next Generation Little Heroes Park Founder Roger Rekate Shares Passion for Youth and Christ

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34 Saint Louis Zoo to Save American Red Wolves New Home for 12 Pairs of this Critically Endangered Species

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Local Limelight

26 Inspired By 30 Lifestyle Calendar 33 Realty Report 34 Animal Kingdom

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serve the Duchesne family and Pioneer Nation,” she says. I embrace the challenge of shaping leaders in mind, body, and spirit in conjunction with Duchesne's outstanding faculty."

THE CHILD CENTER AWARDEES The Child Center honored 2021 One with Courage Award winners at their annual gala recently at Ameristar. “We are grateful to have such compassionate and dedicated champions for our agency,” said Heather Kemper, Development Director. “Awardees are chosen based on their commitment to our mission and the contribu-

ZOO CEO TO RETIRE

tion of time, talent, and treasure. Each awardee

Jeffrey Bonner, Ph.D., Dana Brown President

has gone above and beyond to help end child

& CEO of the Saint Louis Zoo, will retire at the

abuse.” Awardees included: David Fielder, Melissa

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Bailey, Community Foundation, The Schulte Family

years. “It truly is astonishing to think about all

Foundation / Henges Interiors, and a special honor

the success the Zoo has achieved under Jeffrey’s

to Former Executive Director Sissy Swift.

leadership,” said Cynthia J. Brinkley, Chair, St. Louis Zoological Park Subdistrict Commission.

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“Jeffrey dedicated his time and talents to pre-

Outdoor events are making a comeback at

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possible care for thousands of animals.”

vendors. The Beale Street Concert Series is the second Wednesday of each month, 6:00 p.m. –

DUCHESNE HIGH SCHOOL NAMES NEW PRESIDENT Duchesne

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8:00 p.m. through October. Yoga on Beale returns with sunrise sessions by YogaSix, the second Susan

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Noonan as its next president, as Charles L. (Chuck)

a.m. – 9:00 a.m. $5 fee, with proceeds benefiting a

Nolan Jr. retires after serving at Duchesne for 24

local charity.

years; as president since 2015. Originally from St. Louis, Ms. Noonan was at Bishop Lynch High School for 10 years and Ursuline Academy the last

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT ARTICLE KARA SAVIO | PHOTOGRAPHY JANET WATKINS (FOR JOHN CARNEY)

LOCAL PERSONALITIES MAKING A DIFFERENCE WHILE FULFILLING THEIR PASSIONS

JOHN CARNEY TUNE IN TO JOHN AT KTRS.COM/THE-JOHNCARNEY-SHOW, MONDAY-FRIDAY, 12-3 P.M. For more than 50 years, radio listeners found comfort listening to John Carney behind the mic. His radio career began shortly after his late father and Hall of Fame broadcaster, Jack Carney, advised him not to get into radio.

Young, defiant John’s first day on-air as the host of an afternoon country music show outside Denver coincided with his 21st birthday. “I know it sounds like a cliche, but that ‘class clown’ moniker was stamped on just about every report card I brought home, so not paying attention and being a smart ass was actually great job training,” laughs John.

John’s first major market radio break came in 1986 when he was teamed up with two legendary broadcasters for an “all-talk format” at St. Louis’ KXOK. He also started a five-year writing stint for comedian Dick Cavett.

His humor is unique. “I read yesterday that there’s a shortage of chicken wings; I believe this could be the country’s biggest crisis,” says John with a straight face.

John sees his greatest strength as his ability to make people smile, even during bad times. He’s continued to do it through his own difficult times.

“I’ve had five heart surgeries. I used to play in a band and play golf, and I want to get back to those things,” explains John.

One thing John hasn’t had to give up is his cooking.

“I’ve wrote cookbooks and taught cooking classes, and I still cook a lot at home and for sick friends. If there’s not a mic in front of me, I’m happiest with a pot and a spatula,” he quips.

John is happily married with two biological sons, and two girls he and his first wife adopted from China.

He also founded Carney’s Kids, which raises money and awareness to improve children’s lives.

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LARRY CONNERS TUNE IN TO LARRY "LIVE" ON KXEN-AM 1010 MONDAY-FRIDAY 1-3 P.M. AND AT LARRYCONNERSUSA.COM. Larry Conners has been broadcasting for 50-plus years, covering every major story in the St. Louis region for 38 of those years. “Radio always interested me, and at age 15 my parents let me board a Greyhound bus from West Texas to Dallas to get licensed to work at a local station,” recalls Larry.

He worked his way up to an on-air position before TV news stations were doing live broadcast.

“As a news anchor, I never tried to ‘influence’ or to push an agenda. I wanted to remain neutral and tell a good story,” explains Larry.

Not many can say they’ve interviewed five US presidents. Larry can. He’s also covered mass murders, state executions, hurricane and tornado scenes, been tasered, and busted a chicken ranch.

Larry says, “God has blessed me in many ways in a profession that I love.”

But he has other passions as well. A daredevil at heart, Larry rode bulls at age 14 on his granddad’s ranch, served in the Marines, became a commercial pilot, stood on top of the Arch, and flew with the Blue Angels.

It seems as though he’s done it all, but something he wishes he could fix is the lack of civility in today’s world. “I believe it’s due to lack of respect, lack of faith, hate... on all sides, and too much judging based on skin color, religion, gender, sexual preference,” explains Larry. “We need to all follow the Golden Rule and love one another as we love ourselves,” he added.

But for Larry, life is good. He has two beautiful daughters, adorable grandkids, and a job he loves. “I truly enjoy doing my radio show. I do miss not being “on air” when a major story breaks. I still have that basic fabric of fairness, but now I can also express my opinion...and I do,” Larry says, smiling.

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MARC COX TUNE IN TO MARC ON "THE MARC COX MORNING SHOW," NEWSTALK 97.1-FM, 5-9 A.M. “I love to communicate ideas and stories in a unique way that people can relate to. They may not always agree, but they know I’m speaking from the heart, and have the facts to back it up,” says Marc.

Marc’s career path almost took a totally different turn. “I seriously considered politics as a career.

I was active with the Young Republicans at Miami University,” says Marc.

During his sophomore year, he was bitten by the journalism bug and the challenge of getting to the bottom of a story. “My first job was reading the news at WPFB-AM in Ohio but I was drawn into TV because of the supposed glamour of the job. I enjoyed every minute of it even though not much was glamorous,” Marc explains.

Marc’s successful career at KMOV-TV spanned 20 years; he’s been with KFTK for 11 years.

“I was drawn back to radio because you can be yourself, cover what you want to cover, have fun, and give my opinion along the way,” explains Marc.

As a conservative, he’s passionate about where he feels the country is headed. “It’s the belief of some the government is the answer to every problem, but our founders were specific about limiting the size and scope of government to a select few issues,” says Marc.

For the last 28 years, Marc has been happily married to Michelle. They have three children.

He does have a lighter side. Marc laughs, “I love to go to antique stores. My wife says I would be a hoarder if not for her efforts over the years because I have more antique radios than I have room to store them.”

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SMASH TUNE INTO SMASH ON WBGZ 107.1-FM STREAMING LIVE AT SMASHDAILY.COM, MONDAY-FRIDAY, 3-5 P.M. He has one of the most recognizable voices in St. Louis. Asher “Smash” Benrubi has been entertaining the masses since he dropped his law studies at Indiana University. “Somewhere along the line, I got bit by the rock ‘n’ roll bug, and that led to 55 years in the entertainment business,” marvels Smash. From his early days at KSHE, through all of his endeavors, his success was built on two main principles: “When you’re sincere and tell the truth, you’re believable and people know it. That results in an audience who will relate and stick with you.”

Throughout the years, Smash weathered many storms but always ends up back on top with the sun shining. “I’ve had many unfortunate things happen and through it all, the Lord never let me fall.

I praise Him as my greatest strength,” says Smash.

He lost the love of his life, his second wife, Debbie, but is proud to have their two children and a son from his first marriage.

Somehow Smash never seems to lose that boyish grin, that sparkle in his eye, and a fantastic sense of humor that keeps his fans coming back for more.

“Something my listeners don’t realize about me is that I know I don’t look it, but, in truth, I’m a touch overweight,” he laughs.

Through it all, Smash remains a happy man.

Smiling, he says, “I’ve been blessed to professionally be able to do what I do now and what I’ve done, and for that I am thankful.”

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A GREAT GRANDSON CARRIES ON THE AMERICAN DREAM ARTICLE KARA SAVIO

FOR SOMEONE WHO SAYS AS A YOUNG MAN HE HAD NO REAL

Patrick’s parents both worked in radio

QUALIFICATIONS, PATRICK MURPHY’S JOURNEY THROUGH

when he was a child, but he says it wasn’t

LIFE HAS BEEN AN INTERESTING ONE. His new book Candy

ever something he thought about doing

Men, chronicling the life of his great-grandparents’ candy empire

while growing up. But here he was in radio,

during their quest to capture the American dream, hit bookshelves

now shifting from news to rock and roll at

and is doing remarkably well.

a number of stations until 1981, when he

But to understand what brought Patrick to this point in his life, we

was hired as the announcer between pro-

have to go back to the 1970s to his accidental introduction into the

grams at Nine PBS. He would come to be

world of the entertainment business.

known as “The Voice of Channel Nine.” By

“When I got to school in 1970, I was in my early twenties, not really

watching others, Patrick says he learned to

qualified to do anything and wanted to see the world, so I lived in

produce documentaries, and from 2000 to

Europe for a few years, hitchhiking and doing odd jobs,” Patrick

2015, served as the station’s vice president

recalls. “When I came back, I worked a factory job at a tuna cannery

of production.

in L.A., repaired gas pumps for Missouri farmers, and washed dishes at restaurants.”

”I also signed with a talent agency and joined AFTRA, the union for the American

By the time he heard about a news opening at the local radio sta-

Federation of television, radio artists,

tion KWMU, he knew it was time to buckle down and get serious.

screen actors Guild, which led to all kinds

And he had found something that was not only fun, but something

of work,” explains Patrick. “I thought, wow, I

he loved.

can actually make a living reading narration,

“I was terrible, but the salary was so low that they hired me anyway. They asked if I knew how to work the radio board and I said, yeah, sure, when I really had no idea,” laughs Patrick.

“My shift started at 6 a.m. on a Sunday with the first 30 seconds of

appearing on camera, and selling products, I like that.”

Forty years later, he’s still producing shows for the station, but now through a

dead air, so I figured if I messed up, nobody was listening,” he muses. mutual

agreement, only a limited number

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A SWEET LEGACY (CONTINUED)

per year. That gave him more time to write about the Irish ancestors about whom he’d heard so many stories.

“I actually felt like I knew people who died before I was

dream. Patrick’s rebellious great-grandfather comes to

born because their stories made them seem so real,” Patrick

America with candy making as the only skill under his belt,

explains. “My grandfather’s brother, my Uncle Fred, worked at

marries Margaret Switzer, teams up with her brother, and the

the factory around the turn of the century and he used to tell

Murphy-Switzer Candy Company is born. Through two World

us marvelous stories.”

Wars, a depression, a bankruptcy, an explosion, and a buy-

In 1967, Patrick’s father actually interviewed Uncle Fred on tape discussing the intriguing family saga.

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The book, filled with pictures and drama, recounts the story of two temperamental, Irish families in search of the American

out, Patrick does a terrific job of recounting the trials and the tribulations of three generations of these two families.

“I couldn’t have written the book without him, and that’s

“I always felt it would be interesting to write a book about

priceless. I know my father would be pleased that I’m let-

them because it’s a story with a lot of drama. So, I did a

ting the world know the Murphys were a part of this story,”

lot of research, got all fired up, and thought I can do this,”

Patrick says.

Patrick says.

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As far as his personal life, Patrick and his wife, Annie, as he lovingly calls her, live in the community of Webster, and will soon celebrate their 35th wedding anniversary.

“We met at a magazine photoshoot, and it was love at first sight. I asked her to marry me on our third date,” beams Patrick.

When it comes to retiring, Patrick says don’t expect it anytime soon. He is currently finishing the film adaptation of the Candy Men book, which will air June 10 on Nine PBS, writing a second book to come out in the fall, and working on a Missouri 200th-anniversary celebration show at the Sheldon. And in his spare time, whenever that is, he devotes time to his artwork, exhibiting and selling his watercolors and woodcuts in galleries and at art fairs.

So is there anything this multi-talented man can’t do well?

“I’ve been trying to become a decent guitarist for 50 years and I’m still not there. That’s the one thing that I wish I could do, but I haven’t given up, there’s still time,” Patrick laughs.

I guess you could say that Patrick, like his great-grandfather before him, is also living the American dream.

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AS THE COMMERCIAL AIRLINER ROGER REKATE WAS TAKING HOME BEGAN TO DIVE AND A FLIGHT ATTENDANT RAN BY SAYING “WE’RE GOING DOWN,” ROGER QUICKLY REALIZED HOW SHORT LIFE CAN BE. He also realized the power of prayer and began that effort fervently. Miraculously, the pilot regained control of the plane and it landed safely.

That was 16 years ago. And though Roger remembers it like it was yesterday, so much has come of that experience, it seems a lifetime ago. “What I’ve come to realize is…there’s a beginning and an end in everyone’s life, and what you do each and every day matters.”

Growing up in St. Charles, Roger was active in sports.

After moving to Springfield and starting a financial advisory business—Advisor Ink—he continued his love of sports by coaching his own children’s teams and numerous others.

LITTLE HEROES PARK FOUNDER ROGER REKATE SHARES PASSION FOR YOUTH AND CHRIST

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Roger Rekate

He started going to James River Church in Springfield, Mo., where he was encouraged to serve in Prison Ministries (which he did for eight years).

Then, a mission’s trip to El Salvador opened his eyes to the needs of children in war-torn areas. His passion grew stronger for working with youth... nationally and internationally.

Eventually, he formed a non-profit called Life’s Journey and developed Little Heroes Park near Branson. He says the goal is for youth to enjoy sports while sharing the gospel with them to grow in faith. Children of military families, police officers and firefighters are free…the “little heroes,” as Roger calls them. “Although we know all children are Little Heroes in the Lord’s eyes.”

At Little Heroes, similar to a golf course, there are 9 “stations.” After hearing The National Anthem in the multi-purpose building, the teams of children, youth, and parents head out to these areas which include fishing, soccer, basketball, roping, football, archery, martial arts, baseball and golf activities…each with a corresponding bible verse.

“It’s a way for the whole family to have fun, discover truth, and make memories, because we believe that faith and values should be inspired in the next generation.”

For more information, visit LittleHeroesPark.org or call 4573-202-9122 or 417-860-4482.

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Join park staff for fishing fun in the parks! Single-day camps take place at each park and are perfect for beginners and intermediate anglers ages 8–15.

Extensive fishing guidance plus a camp T-shirt at each half-day session. June dates: June 9, June 23, June 30. $20 per camp; pre-registration required at: stccparks.org.

9 ROCKIN' AT THE STREETS Streets of St. Charles

That 80's Band rocks the Streets of St. Charles in the Beale Street Concert Series, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Attendance is free, and food and drink will be available from the many restaurants located at Streets of St. Charles. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs for the performance. No outside food, drink or coolers are allowed.

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COTTLEVILLE MOVIES ON MAIN STREET The Blooming Daisy-Cottleville

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Come out for our monthly concert on June 9 with That 80’s Band & mark your calendar for monthly yoga & markets! While you’re here, visit our unique boutiques & restaurants.

Brewer Service First Real Estate sponsors Cottleville Movies on Main Street at The Blooming Daisy Marketplace, June 9, 8:00 p.m. featuring Toy Story.

18 BUS TRIPS ARE BACK! St. Peters City Hall

St. Peters resumes its Senior Bus Tours with In the Army Now, on Friday, June 18. Visit one of the most important Army bases in the U.S., the 60,000-acre Fort CONTINUED >

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19 FATHER'S DAY WEEKEND AT THE FOUNDRY Foundry Art Centre

June 19 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., the Foundry Art Centre hosts an inaugural Block Party with interactive art projects for all ages, food trucks, beer booths, live music, heavy machinery, and steamroller printing. Free admission. For information: FoundryArtCentre.org.

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19 FATHER'S DAY GRILL OUT Daniel Boone Home

The Parks Department hosts a special Father’s Day Grill Out under The Grand Pavilion at The Historic Daniel Boone

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Home on Saturday, June 19. Pulled pork sandwiches, root beer floats in souvenir mugs and half-priced tours of the Boone Home. Tickets limited to 50 participants at each half-day session. $8 pp; active/ retired military and children under 4 are free. Register: stccparks.org.

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21 GOLF TOURNEY FOR BOYS & GIRLS CLUB Bogey Hills Country Club

Register for Foursomes and Sponsors in the Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Charles County 37th Annual Golf Tournament, Monday, June 21st at Bogey Hills Country Club. $100,000 prize for “Hole

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in One” at Shoot Out Contest, Silent Auction, Cocktails, Awards, and Dinner following tournament play. To register: bgcstc.org/golf-tournament/.

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REALTY REPORT NEIGHBORHOOD

ST. CHARLES COUNTY REALTY REPORT

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG DOM BDRMS BATHS

August Estates - August Lake Dr

$1,695,000

$1,656,500

97

4

6

8

Ridge Creek Estate - Matts Way

$995,000

$1,075,000

108

5

3

4

Manors at Austin Ridge - Austin Pass

$1,150,000

$1,025,000

89

222

5

5

Lake St Louis - Burgundy Dr

$750,000

$770,000

102

35

4

4

Villages at Shady Creek - Kimball Grove Ct

$725,000

$725,000

100

3

4

5

Bogey Club - Bogey Club Cir

$639,900

$703,875

110

18

3

3

Lakes - Waterway

$625,000

$665,000

106

3

4

3

Wyndgate Village - Wyndharbor Ct

$650,000

$625,000

96

21

3

3

Wyndgate - Gatehouse Cir

$610,000

$624,409

102

0

3

3

Leighton Hollow - Durham Garden Ct

$560,000

$615,000

109

1

4

4

Breckenridge - Shorewood Ct

$615,000

$615,000

100

0

4

5

Magnolia Village - Snowberry Ridge Dr

$575,000

$613,000

106

6

3

4

Highland Estate - Highland Estates Dr

$599,900

$609,500

101

26

5

5

Fox Haven - Irish Hound Dr

$595,000

$605,000

101

40

4

4

Stonemoor - Capen Park Ct

$599,000

$599,000

100

57

4

4

Wycliffe - Independence Rd

$550,000

$596,050

108

4

4

3

Manors at Austin Ridge - Austin Point Ct

$599,900

$590,000

98

2

4

3

Whitmoor Country Club - Gillette Cir Pass

$525,000

$525,000

100

0

4

4

Madison Park - Madison Park Dr

$504,000

$509,000

101

36

4

5

Trails of Jacob Summit - Glen Summit

$459,900

$500,000

108

5

4

4

Hidden Creek - Wooded Creek

$499,000

$499,000

100

7

3

3

Information is a sampling of data from the MLS from 4/11/21-5/8/21

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ANIMAL KINGDOM ARTICLE JUDY PETERS PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY SAINT LOUIS ZOO

Saint Louis Zoo to Save American Red Wolves NEW HOME FOR 12 PAIRS OF THIS CRITICALLY ENDANGERED SPECIES

THE AMERICAN RED WOLF IS FACING EXTINC-

should create a balanced natural environment, fulfill-

TION, WITH ONLY ABOUT 20 LEFT IN THE WILD

ing their predator-related roles to maintain stability

– BUT THE SPECIES HAS AN IMPORTANT ALLY IN

within the ecosystem.”

THE SAINT LOUIS ZOO. Responding to an urgent

The St. Louis region has a rich history in wolf

call to keep this species from going extinct, the Zoo

conservation lead by the Endangered Wolf Center

is transforming part of its land in Franklin County into

located in Eureka, Mo. After retiring as director of the

a conservation habitat where 24 American red wolves

Saint Louis Zoo in 1970, Marlin Perkins and his wife

will live and breed in a private, protected natural set-

Carol turned their attention toward wolf conserva-

ting…not open to the public.

tion. In 1971, they joined with a group of individuals

The Zoo is developing approximately 20 acres of its 355-acre property known as the Saint Louis Zoo Sears

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and founded the Endangered Wolf Center to address the serious plight of wolves at risk of extinction.

Lehmann, Jr. Wildlife Reserve, with separately secured

“We’re incredibly thankful for the generosity of

habitats for 12 mating pairs of wolves. The wolves will

donors who support our mission to save animals

come from other conservation organizations in 2022.

from extinction,” said Dr. Bonner. “Conservation is the

“American red wolves are key species,” said Jeffrey

backbone of the Zoo, and we’re committed to innova-

Bonner, Ph.D., Dana Brown President and CEO, Saint

tive, collaborative projects like this one to secure the

Louis Zoo. “Once populations are restored, they

future of wildlife.”

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