January 1, 2020
A look back at 2019
Around Town A large crowd attended the 22nd Annual Christmas in Old Town with Santa and tree lighting ceremony. Pg. 2 Florissant Walk-Through History Program unveils its 43rd plaque in honor of the late Rita Meyer Moellering. Pg. 5
School Normandy senior takes first place in Lindenwood Fashion Show. Pg. 7
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The Community News reviews the year that was for St. Louis County Looking back, 2019 was an eventful year here in St. Louis County. As we flip the calendar to 2020, we at the Community News thought it would be a good time to look back at what transpired over the past 12 months. We have collected the highlights and remember all of the difference-makers in our community in 2019.
ticularly as a school resource officer for Hazelwood West Middle School.
FEBRUARY Upgrading the grid
“If you ever lose your compassion for what you’re doing and the people you’re helping, you’re no longer doing yourself a service or the people that you serve. It’s time to look for another job.” Those were the words that Hazelwood Officer Timothy Benning recalled from one of his mentors when he started out as a young
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officer for Jennings. As of Jan. 16, the St. Louis native had served as a police officer for 36 years. Benning began his service in law enforcement in 1982 and has spent the last 30 years serving Hazelwood. Benning, who was awarded a Police Officer of the Year Award by the Florissant Rotary Club in December 2018, shared what it means for him to serve the community, par-
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Shalom Church joins NCCU Shalom Church in Florissant is the third church this year to join North County Churches Uniting for Racial Harmony and Justice (NCCU) by signing its Covenant Statement following President Rance Thomas’ presentation at its 7:30 and 10 a.m. services on Dec. 8. It is now the 27th church and the largest in far North County to become a member of this organization committing the church and members to work with NCCU to promote racial understanding and social justice in North St. Louis County. Approximately 2,000 members attended these two services. The other two churches to join NCCU this year were Greater Grace Church in March and the First Presbyterian Church in October, both in the city of Ferguson. As is the normal process, President Thomas makes presentations concerning the mission of NCCU and its work on promoting racial harmony and justice. Since the Michael Brown killing and the riots in
Ferguson it also works with five police departments to improve the relations between the police and community. At both services his presentation and the signing took place prior to two very lively sermons. The first one was a visiting pastor and the second one was by Rev. Dr. Freddie Clark. The work of NCCU is to bring people together to help them overcome some of the misunderstandings and fears of one another, This involves working with various agencies and organizations including the state, county, and city officials, police departments, school districts, Florissant Valley Community College, UMSL, hospitals, social agencies, etc. This has been done since the creation of this organization in 1998. North County Churches Uniting for Racial Harmony and Justice primary theme has been since its very beginning, “if God loves each person unconditionally why can’t we do the same.’ Therefore, it works
New electronic entrance gate at MDC’s Columbia Bottom Conservation Area now active
Submitted photo Members of Shalom Church in Florissant join North County Churches Uniting for Racial Harmony and Justice by signing its Covenant Statement at its services on Dec. 8.
to promote understanding between individuals as well as between the police and the community.
A large crowd attended the 22nd Annual Christmas in Old Town with Santa and tree lighting ceremony
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The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has installed a new electronic gate system at the entrance of Columbia Bottom Conservation Area in Spanish Lake. The gate became operational starting Dec. 13. The new security gate will operate by an electronic timer system and open automatically during the conservation area’s hours of operation, which are a half hour before sunrise until a half hour after sunset. Visitors will need to make certain they have left the area prior to the automatic gate closing, approximately 30 minutes after sunset. Area users who access the Missouri River via the boat ramp will also have to leave the area before the gate closes. The new gate system will also enhance security on the area when it is closed, accompanied by ongoing patrols of the area by conservation agents. Access to the boat ramp on the Missouri River has been restored via the southern loop gravel road. Portions of the area were severely damaged by flooding over the summer. Visitors should note that some roads, trails and parking lots are still closed while MDC evaluates the feasibility of making repairs to the affected infrastructure. MDC purchased this 4,318-acre tract in 1997 to create an urban conservation area. The area has more than 6.5 miles of river frontage, about 800 acres of bottomland forest and a 110-acre island. Columbia Bottom Conservation Area is located at 801 Strodtman Road in north St. Louis County. The area can be reached by taking the Riverview Drive Exit from I-270 and travelling north approximately three miles.
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The city of Florissant and Old Town Partners had another festive Christmas in Old Town with Santa event and tree lighting ceremony Dec. 7 to officially start the holiday season. The weather was unseasonably warm for this time of year and the turnout was great. The fun began at at City Hall, with the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus for kids to tell them their wishes for Christmas. Fun activities like cookie decorating, face painting, balloon animals made by Cookie the Clown and crafts for the kids made it a fun day. Cookies, cocoa and water were served for everyone to enjoy. The event was very well attended and everyone enjoyed themselves and had a great time with all the activities that took place. The tree lighting ceremony began around 5:15 p.m. with Florissant Mayor Tim Lowery, Council President Jeff Caputa and Councilwoman Jackie Pagano wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year on behalf of the administration, Chief Fagan, city council and Judge Mary Elizabeth Dorsey. The 2019 Valley of Flowers Queen Grace Gettemeier and her court also said a few words to the crowd before Gettemeier switched on the lights to everyone’s delight and the Florissant Men of Harmony continued to lead the gathering in Christmas carols.
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‘LOOK BACK’ from cover its Smart Energy Plan that will transform Missouri’s energy grid and change how customers receive and use energy. Over the period of five years the plan will include more than 5.3 billion in capital investments in 2,000 projects across the state, including approximately $1 billion in electric investments in 2019. One of those projects includes the implementation of a $28 million Pershall Substation located at 8680 Pershall Road in Hazelwood. Kevin Anders, Vice President of Operation and Technical Services shared, “The customers that will be affected by this particular project is (approximately) 12,000 businesses and residences in North County. The area is bounded by I-270 on the north side to West Florissant on the east side, I-170 on the west side, and I-70 on the south side. If you’re in that area your reliability will benefit. It is a substation that will replace four other substations in that area that were built in the 1950s and 60s. The energy that this substation receives will come directly from the transmission system; none of the four subs that we’ll replace does that. That alone will improve reliability.”
MARCH Breakfast in the classroom
A school district continues to make strides on one of its foundational pillars – collaboration. On March 5, Normandy Schools Collaborative introduced its fourth Breakfast in the Classroom (BIC) program at Barack Obama Elementary School. The six-month roll-out of the program was previously launched at Normandy’s other elementary schools – Lucas Crossing Elementary Complex, Jefferson Elementary School and Washington Elementary School. Partners for Breakfast in the Classroom worked together to make the initiative possible, including provision of a $107,000 grant to ensure free breakfast for Normandy’s students. Brian Wieher, Director of Child and Family Nutrition for Operation Food Search shared that the change in how breakfast is provided enables more students to partake in the first meal of the day. “While breakfast is offered free at Normandy, not all students were partaking in breakfast,” stated Wieher. “When
we do this, we see increased attendance, decrease in tardiness, decrease in poor behavioral issues.”
APRIL Jump up and shout
The sidewalks along the 6100-6600 blocks of Delmar Boulevard tell a story of rich heritage for St. Louisans. These Delmar Loop sidewalks hold brass stars and informative plaques for St. Louis inductees in art, music, architecture, literature, journalism, civil rights, education, science, political activism, sports, acting, entertainment and broadcasting. On April 24, the St. Louis Walk of Fame inducted musical talents The Isley Brothers into the showcase. Natives of Cincinnati, Ohio, the Isley Brothers moved to St. Louis in 1998 and sources state they have lived here more than 20 years. Their musical career has brought us popular songs such as “Shout,” “It’s Your Thing,” “Twist & Shout,” “Fight the Power,” “Contagious” and more. At the ceremony, Joe Edwards, Founder of the St. Louis Walk of Fame, unveiled the new star and read the plaque that will accompany it before introducing Ron and Ernie Isley. “This is an educational and lifetime achievement award that we want to get out around the country,” stated Edwards.
of Belle Fontaine County Park. The fully completed seven-mile Maline Greenway will be an east-west link that will connect the Mississippi and St. Vincent Greenways. This newest completion, which remained within budget as previously predicted at $2.6 million, makes it easier for people to connect to Metro Transit on Lewis and Clark Blvd. “We’re encouraging people to get out, take a walk and enjoy the new greenway,” stated Anne Milford, Communications Coordinator for Great Rivers Greenway. “There was no crosswalk or light for people to get to the metro transit stop or to get to both sides of the park. Now we have an underpass that connects both sides of the park.”
JUNE Viva Florissant! (photo on cover)
For 17 years now, The Hispanic Festival, Inc. led by Haniny Hillberg, a native Bolivian and active member in the Hispanic community, has aimed to carry out that mission by hosting Fiesta in Florissant, one of its two annual Hispanic festivals. Fiesta in Florissant, a free event to the public, took place at the Knights of Columbus Park, June 22 and June 23. Elisa Bender, one of HFI’s board members, shared what attendees could. “Sit down in the shade under a tree or under the pavilion,” stated Bender, “and just enjoy the music and dancers. Enjoy the food all day long.”
JULY Remaking Union Station
MAY Improving park access
After just a little over a year since construction began, Great Rivers Greenway announced completion of the first phase of the seven-mile Maline Greenway in North St. Louis County. Residents and surrounding communities can now enjoy the 1.6 miles that has created a more efficient connection between both sides
Before the end of 2019, St. Louis welcomed two highly-anticipated main attractions to the St. Louis Union Station along with other amenities in a $187 million family entertainment complex. On July 11, Lodging Hospitality Management and ICON Attractions announced at a media-only event that the 200-foot-tall St. Louis Wheel would open for operation in October and the St. Louis Aquarium would open on Christmas Day. “This is an exciting project,” stated Bob O’Loughlin, LHM Chairman and
CEO. “As everybody knows in St. Louis, we’ve been involved with Union Station for 12 years now. We completely re-did all the guest rooms—150,000 square feet of meeting and exhibit space. When we got to the 120,000 square feet, we (asked) what has St. Louis always wanted that they don’t have? We’re the largest city in the United States that doesn’t have an aquarium. So, we decided we’re going to do an aquarium. We went all over the United States and literally all over the world to figure out what would go with (the aquarium). We (concluded) that not only a world class aquarium, but a 200 foot Ferris wheel would probably be fitting. St. Louis has a rich tradition with the Union Station which was the world’s largest train station at the turn of the century.”
AUGUST Putting ‘super’ in superintendent
Every year the National Association of School Superintendents (NASS), which represents and advocates for education leaders nationwide, bestows upon one individual from around the country the honor of National Superintendent of the Year. This year NASS’ semi-finalists included one superintendent from each of the following states: California, Arizona, and Massachusetts. However, the recipient of this year’s honor was Dr. Nettie Collins-Hart, Superintendent of Hazelwood School District (HSD). She was officially honored at the NASS IgnitED Conference in Washington, D.C. “Dr. Collins-Hart is a champion for students and continuous improvement,” said Jon Roach, NASS Executive Director. “Her commitment to collaboration and mutual support in her district proved she is a leader with a demonstrated vision of building the next great generation of American students.” Sonny Da Marto, NASS Assistant Executive Director adds, “If you look at what Dr. Collins-Hart has done within her district and community and what she is focused on, you’ll see why she is the type of school leader that our students really need.” See ‘LOOK BACK’ page 4
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‘LOOK BACK’ from page 3 SEPTEMBER School lunch reimagined
Normandy High School (NHS) students not only returned to a new school year they returned to a new space that was created specifically with them in mind. The high school opened for students with two new food service lines – Viking Grill. Operation Food Search teamed up with Normandy Schools Collaborative to implement the changes at the high school that took the utilization rate for students partaking in lunch from between 45 percent and 50 percent to 86/90 percent in less than a month depending on school attendance on a given day. A portion of OFS’ $180,000 grant
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from the Community Impact Network, was used to implement the changes. In addition, the OFS-NSC Food Service team collaboration helped the high school maximize the National School Lunch reimbursement model. “There are two lines in their cafeteria and up until this point (students) had been offered the same thing on both lines,” stated Brian Wieher, Director of Child & Family Nutrition for OFS. “Instead of making it seem like it was just the same old lunch line, we wanted to rename it something different. I wanted to make it restaurant flare. I wanted these kids to feel like this is the best restaurant in town. And you can’t have a restaurant without a name. So, we named it. We have menu boards inside there now. The cafeteria workers – when they serve – are wearing black chef coats and hats, and the ‘Viking Grill’ is embroidered on their coats so they feel a sense of empowerment when their serving this food.”
have other traditional things on the bus as well as meat, corn meal, bread – everything will be centered around things you need for Thanksgiving dinner.” Nelson has collaborated with Reggie Jones, Mayor of Dellwood and Ella Jones, Ferguson Councilwoman in securing the traveling bus’s presence in North County annually between May and November.
DECEMBER Fighting winter hunger
OCTOBER
roads and improving the accessibility for transit, bicycles and pedestrians along and across the corridor. The concept of using design-build rather than having a plan and hiring a contractor to do the project was made because it allows for innovation. Nina Thompson the Communications Coordinator for MDOT explained, “Design-Build invites the parties involved to propose new ways of tackling the improvements, allowing for innovation.”
I-270 North to get facelift
NOVEMBER
Missouri Department of Transportation (MDOT) announced in October a Design-Build Project will focus on improving I-270 from I-70 to west of Riverview Interchange. Several municipalities will be affected by this project including: Ferguson, Florissant, Hazelwood, Dellwood, Bridgeton, Calverton Park, Bellefontaine Neighbors and Moline Acres. These improvements include: reconstructing and rehabilitating deteriorated pavement along with bridges, increase traffic op e r at i on s , enhancing safety, improving the interchanges and outer
Thanksgiving on wheels
Thanks to collaboration between Healthy Schools Healthy Communities (HSHC) and its community partners with the nonprofit – St. Louis MetroMarket, the community had an opportunity to experience a difference in their spending this Thanksgiving. St. Louis MetroMarket’s market on wheels (converted metro bus) was on the grounds of the Emerson Family YMCA, located at 3390 Pershall Rd in Ferguson on Nov. 26. “We’re calling it Thanksgiving Feast,” stated Phedra Nelson, HSHC’s Community Wellness Director for the Gateway Region YMCA. “Everything that will be on the bus that day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. will be everything imaginable that you would cook for Thanksgiving dinner. This is when people buy cases of collard greens, mustard greens, sweet potatoes, yams, etc. They (will)
Operation Food Search (OFS) exercises its mission to fill the gap for child hunger by continuing awareness of what the nonprofit offers to the communities it serves. With school winter breaks quickly approaching, the organization aimed to remind the community that its programming structure which provides meals during the summer months when schools are closed, continues to do so during winter breaks. OFS’ afterschool meals program, now in its second year, picked up where the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) left off in August and provides continuous food service free of charge, through May 2020 to youth 18 years of age and younger. “We recognize a child’s need to access nutritious food during breaks, and our mission is to address this gap that happens every time school is not in session,” stated Brian Wieher, OFS’ Director of Child & Family Nutrition. “We partner with the library system throughout the year, so this continuation of a program that works well makes perfect sense.” Participants received a meal consisting of a fruit, vegetable, protein, dairy and a whole grain. “The traditional afterschool meal programs happen in schools. Schools close for winter break. (However), with (OFS) and our community partner site locations that are not in schools, we’re able to keep them open throughout the break and all the children (can) still get a meal. Even though winter break is happening and schools close, (these locations) are still offering a meal and an activity.”
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Florissant Walk-Through History Program unveils its 43rd plaque in honor of the late Rita Meyer Moellering An overwhelming crowd of family and friends gathered in front of 990 rue St. Francois on Dec. 7 to unveil the 43rd Walk Through History plaque in honor of the late Rita Meyer Moellering before the 22nd Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony that was held on the front lawn of city hall. Photo courtesy city of Florissant Rita Ann Mey- Pictured above is Florissant Mayor Tim Lowery er Moellering, and Laura Moellering daughter of the late Rita born in Floris- Meyer Moellering. sant, was a shortstop and pitcher who played from 1946 through 1949 for the Peoria Redwings of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League. Rita Meyer was the oldest of seven children. A good fielding shortstop and average hitter during her four seasons in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League (AAGPBL), she was one of 13 players who made the AAGPBL clubs hailed from Missouri. Rita was nicknamed “Slats” after St. Louis Cardinals’ shortstop Marty Marion, given the nickname, because someone said her style reminded them of how Marion played – quite a common way to get a nickname in sports. In 1946, Rita tried out for the league at spring training in Pascagoula, Mississippi, and was allocated to the Redwings expansion team based in Peoria, Illinois. She appeared regularly at shortstop and also pitched in 13 games in 1947. Rita hurled a no-hitter in that season, but lost the game, 1–0. Her most productive season came in 1948, when she posted career-highs in batting average (.232), doubles (12), stolen bases (45) and runs batted in (68). The Redwings advanced to the first round of the playoffs for the first – and only – time in team history, but were swept by the Racine Belles in three straight games. Rita Meyer married Robert Moellering in 1949. She became an active participant in public school sports for the rest of her life. On Nov. 5, 1988, she was honored with the rest of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League during the opening of a permanent display at the Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Cooperstown, New York. Besides this, the St. Louis Sports Commission presents the Rita “Slats” Meyer Moellering Memorial Award, in honor of her, to recognize the accomplishments of women in individual sports. Her many hobbies included collecting emblems, poems and Dick Tracy comic strips. She was also depicted in the 1988 movie, “League of Their Own”.
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Fifth-through-eighth graders attend 31st anniversary of Project Lift-Off Holiday Party Over 320 kids came to the 31st Annual Project Lift-Off Holiday Party that was held on Dec. 7 at the James J. Eagan Center. The event is a drug free, alcohol free and tobacco free youth holiday party sponsored by the city of Florissant, Youth Advisory Commission and D.A.R.E. At the event was a large crowd of fifththrough-eighth graders as they participated in many activities that were available for them. There were plenty of fun activities like ice skating, swimming and games. Party Time DJ rocked for dancing and plenty of pizza and soda was consumed. Cheryl Thompson–Stimage, the Director of Parks and her entire staff worked Photo courtesy city of Florissant hard in making the 31st Annual Project Pictured above is Florissant Police Chief Tim Fagan and DARE Officer Lessie Summers and some Lift-Off another success. of kids that came out for the 31st Annual Project Lift-Off Holiday DARE Party.
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All Jennings seniors receive special incentive To encourage and support high school seniors as they strive to become successful adults, each Jennings High School senior has been given a T-shirt which says “I’m Alive. Let Me Survive.” This project is sponsored by Grace Chapel Ministries, who asks businesses and citizens to sponsor these shirts for area high school seniors as a sign of community support. Pictured (from left) are Sam Jones, a business sponsor; Jordan Bohlen, Jennings student of the month; Rev. Larry Brown; Ron Houston, project manager; T’Nijah Ross, Jennings Homecoming Queen and Carshaundra Baker, Jennings secretary. Those interested in supporting this project for other area high school students may contact Grace Chapel Ministries at 314-9955013 or visit its website at www.gracechapelministries.org.
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Hazelwood alum writes book to inspire young students Photo courtesy Hazelwood School District Hazelwood School District alumnus Quinn Woodard has visited Armstrong, Arrowpoint, and Jury Elementary School in recent weeks to share his book, “Like Me,” with first grade students.
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Hazelwood School District alumnus Quinn Woodard has two other passions: writing and mentoring students. Woodard has visited Armstrong, Arrowpoint, and Jury Elementary School in recent weeks to share his book, “Like Me,” with first grade students. The book talks about different science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) careers that students can explore, and introduces them to several African-American pioneers in STEM. Woodard, currently an engineer for Chevron, is an advocate for Project Lead the Way, a nonprofit organization that provides STEM curriculum for schools across the country, including all HSD schools. His goal is to build on what
students learn in the classroom. “Although we have great programs, there still are other opportunities to get students interested in STEM fields,” he said. That drive inspired him to write “Like Me” to introduce minority students to STEM options at a young age. Woodard read to one class at each school and provided all students in those classrooms with a copy of his book. He attended Jury Elementary and Kirby Middle School before graduating from Hazelwood East High School in 2007. Woodard earned a degree in electrical engineering from the University of Tulsa and later earned an MBA from Indiana University.
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Talijah Williams is the first place winner at the recent Lindenwood University annual high school fashion show. Her threepiece outfit earned her the honors, as it can be worn both day and night. This is Williams’ second year as a designer in the Lindenwood high school fashion show where she competed against other high school designers from around the area. The Normandy High School Fashion Design program has earned honors in regional and statewide competitions in recent years including Gold and Silver Awards in the state Family Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) Students Taking Action with Recognition (STAR) competitions. Desiree Green, Fashion Design teacher at Normandy High School, says Williams has a talent of recycling old garments and making them into new, wearable and exiting outfits. “Talijah exemplifies the qualities of an up-and-coming fashion designer,” Green said. “I’m proud to be her mentor.”
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STLCC receives grant for training toward fight against opioid epidemic St. Louis Community College received $514,170 in grant funds from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services through the Health Resources and Services Administration to support the fight against opioids. The funds are part of nearly $70 million awarded nationally by HHS for Opioid Workforce Expansion Programs (OWEP) grants. STLCC will apply OWEP grant funds to students enrolled in one of two programs – associate of applied science in behavioral health support or addiction study certification. Through May 2022 – over three years – STLCC expects to use the funds to prepare 120 paraprofessionals for careers in state, county and local human services agencies such as substance-use disorder facilities, community mental health centers, hospitals and schools. Individuals who qualify for the OWEP grant will receive up to $3,000 toward costs of tuition, textbooks, academic support (tutors and writing), bus pass, monthly seminars or workshops and peer mentoring support. The grant funds will not cover the cost of re-
medial coursework. With the grant, the educational costs for students is reduced. Potential students must meet OWEP grant requirements: • Participants must be enrolled full- or part-time • Eligible to work in the United States • Be a citizen of the U.S. or a foreign national having in their possession a visa permitting permanent residence in the United States • Pass a drug test • Pass a background check Students who are new to St. Louis Community College or those who are not currently enrolled at STLCC must: • Apply for admission • Take a placement test* • *OWEP grant will not cover tuition for remedial courses. • Have their transcripts evaluated, meet with an advisor and register for courses “Addiction and behavioral health providers work handin-hand to create better client outcomes and experiences,” said Angela Roffle, associate
professor, human services. “At STLCCC, we understand the critical need for trained professionals in these areas, and we are committed to doing our part to improve integrated health care in our region.” For students interested in addiction studies, contact Angela Roffle, associate professor of human services, districtwide coordinator, at aroffle1@stlcc. edu or 314-644-9289.
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Jan. 17: Art exhibition
Any time: Tours at Old St. Ferdinand Shrine by appointment
Good Shepherd Arts Center in Ferguson will present “400 Years and Beyond” to commemorate the observance of 2019 as the 400th anniversary of the arrival of the first Africans to be sold into slavery. The exhibit will run through Jan. 17. This artwork by local African-American artists will invite viewers into reflection, conversation and visioning about creating a world where all are valued, all are welcome, all belong. Good Shepherd Arts Center is located in downtown Ferguson at 252 S. Florissant Road, next to Cathy’s Kitchen. Hours are: Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturdays 12 – 5 p.m. For more information call 314-522-1155.
March 15: Snowman building contest
Looking for best snowman in Florissant. Build the biggest, have a theme and make it cute then enter the contest. Build your most creative and unique snowman and send in a photo. Until March 15, anytime it snows build a snowman. Take a picture of yourself and the snowman, and send it to the James J. Eagan Community Center at #1 James J. Eagan Drive Florissant, MO 63033 along with an application. Prizes will be awarded. The Youth Advisory Commission will be the judges of this contest. You must be a Florissant resident to enter and 15 years of age or younger. For further information, call 314-921-4466 or 314921-4250.
#1 Rue St. Francois St., Florissant. Donations accepted. Docents needed. 314-921-7582, Vicki Wittman Email: vicray01@aol.com.
Weekdays: Food pantry volunteers needed
The Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry is in need of ongoing adult volunteers to sort food, stock shelves and shop with clients. Two-to-four hour shifts are available, Monday-Friday 8:45 a.m.-3:45 p.m. To learn more or to join this fun group, contact Chelsey Banaskavich at 314-513-1674 or cbanaskavich@jfcs-stl.org.
Weekdays: Tax filing program volunteers Seeking greeters, appointment schedulers, and tax preparers to assist older adults in the St. Louis County Tax Filing Program. Training and mileage reimbursement is provided. For more information and to start the volunteer application process, contact the County Older Resident Programs and ask for Mike Nickel at 314-615-4021.
Weekdays: Volunteer drivers
The St. Louis County Older Resident Programs need volunteer drivers who live in St. Louis County to give a few hours during the day to provide transportation to and from doctor’s appointments for our senior residents of St. Louis County that lives near you! No weekends and mileage reimburse-
ment is available. Call today at 314615-4516.
Mondays: TOPS meeting
Come, join and take off those extra pounds. T.O.P.S.=Take Off Pounds Sensibly has meetings on Monday nights at 7 p.m. (weigh in begins at 6:35 p.m.) 9135 Shelley Avenue, Overland, MO 63114. (Entrance is in the back on East Milton). TOPS is a very inexpensive way to lose weight. You may visit a meeting for free. Any questions please call Dan Agee at 314-540-5223.
Mondays: Choral Art Singers
Choral Arts Singers resume practice on Mondays, at 7 p.m. at Transfiguration Episcopal Church, 1860 Lake St. Louis Blvd. in Lake St. Louis. This session will include performance at St. James Cathedral, Chicago on June 25. New singers are welcome. Auditions are not required. See www.concertarts.org.
Mondays: City council meetings
City of Pine Lawn holds regular city council meetings at city hall at 6250 Steve Marre Ave. in Pine Lawn on the second Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. The meetings are open to the public.
Mondays: Workshop meetings
City of Pine Lawn holds regular workshop meetings at city hall at 6250 Steve Marre Ave. in Pine Lawn on the fourth Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. The meetings are open to the public.
Mondays: A cappella singers
All men who like to sing are invited to come sing with us, The Men of Harmony. We practice every Monday night at 7 p.m. at 5500 Parker Road which is the first house on Uthe Lane. We sing four-part harmony a capella (without accompaniment). We sing some traditional songs, as well as show tunes and more contemporary music. We do perform for the public at various functions. Persons interested can come right on in or for more information call Al at 314-993-6134.
Mondays: Korean War Veterans Association meeting
If you had military service in Korea between Sept. 3, 1945 and the present you are cordially invited to a meeting of Chapter 4, North County Korean War Veterans Association. Meetings take place at the VFW Post 4105 at 410 St. Francois in Florissant on the second Monday of the month, starting at 7 p.m. For more information contact Walter Kaiser at 314-921-2132.
Mondays-Thursdays: Volunteers needed
Community Action Agency of St. Louis County is in need of volunteers to stock shelves, sort food shipments and pack bags for Food Pantry Clients Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. Two to four hour shifts are available. If you are interested, please contact Cheryl Piece at 314446-4440 or cpiece@caastlc.org for additional information.
Tuesdays: A cappella singers
The Gentlemen of Sound are looking for men who like to sing or want to learn. They practice Tuesdays at Lady of the Pillar school at 401 S. Lindbergh from 7 – 9 p.m. They try to do public events monthly. Always looking for new members. Come by or call Charlie at 314-954-1121.
Tuesdays: Chair Zumba
Chair Zumba every Tuesday from 2:15 – 3 p.m. at The Bridge At Florissant at 1101 Garden Plaza Dr. (Parker @ Arlington). For more information call 314-831-0988.
Tuesdays: Celebrate Recovery
Celebrate Recovery Tuesday meetings take place at 6 p.m. with a Saturday Bible Study at 9 a.m. at LifePoint Church at 424 Graham Rd. in Florissant. For more information visit www.lifepointministries.church/celebrate-recovery or call (men) Steve D. at 636-634-6582 or (women) Denise W. at 530-417-6151.
Tuesdays: Choir rehearsals
The St. Louis Chordinals, a women’s a cappella chorus, rehearse every Tuesday evening from 7 - 9:30 p.m. at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church at 12397 Natural Bridge Rd. in Bridgeton (next to the Bridgeton Government Center). For more information call Linda at 314-839-3495 or visit stlouischordinals.org.
Tuesdays: Food pantry
Every second Tuesday of the month, food pantry takes place from 9 - 9:45 a.m. and 11 a.m. – noon at St. Andrew United Methodist Church at 3975 N. US Highway 67 in Florissant. Other times by appointment, call 314-837-4233.
Tuesdays: Vietnam Veterans Association meeting
Chapter 794 Vietnam Veterans Association meets on the third Tuesday of each month at VFW Post 4105 at 410 St. Francois in Florissant. Meetings start at 7 p.m. For more information contact Walter Kaiser at 314-921-2132.
Tuesdays: TOPS (Take off pounds sensibly)
From 9:15 - 10:30 a.m. located at John F. Kennedy Center/Henry Koch Ctr., Howdershell Rd. at Charbonier Rd., Florissant. For more info contact Paul or Connie McConnell, 314-831-5476.
Every 4th Tuesday of the month: Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335 meeting 6:30pm, Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335, at the Bellefontaine Neighbors Community Center at 9669 Bellefontaine Rd. Those interested in membership are invited to attend.
Every Tuesday: Bingo Evening at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316 Doors at 4:30 p.m., games begin at 6pm, Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. For more information, call 314-
921-2316.
Wednesdays: Bingo
Bingo takes place every Wednesday at American Legion Post 338 at 9655 Midland Blvd. in Overland. Doors open at 5 p.m. For more information contact Chairman Ed Hilleman at 314660-1813.
Wednesdays: Bingo
Life Care Center of Bridgeton, at 12145 Bridgeton Square in Bridgeton, welcome all to Community Bingo every last Wednesday of the month at 2:30 p.m. Light refreshment will be served. Please RVSP at 314-298-7444 with the month you will attend and number of people attending.
Wednesdays: TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets from 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrews United Methodist Church at 3975 N. Hwy 67 in Florissant. For more information contact Norma at 314-306-4731.
Wednesdays: Are you interested in losing weight?
Check out TOPS #361 Florissant group of supportive ladies. Meetings are on Wednesday mornings beginning at 9:15 a.m. at Florissant Church of Christ, 16460 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. If interested, please contact Shirley at 314-895-3528 for more information.
Every Wednesday: Bingo Morning at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316
Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. Doors at 7:30 a.m., games begin at 9:30 a.m. For more information, call 314-921-2316.
Bridgeton Trails Library Branch Programs:
3455 McKelvey Rd., St. Louis, 314-9943300. Story Time: Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. 9 months to 2 yrs. Room 1 (Lap Time); Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. Ages 3–5. Room 2; Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. Ages 3–5. Room 1.
Florissant Senior Citizens’ Bingo Clubs: 314-839-7604. Every 1st Wednesday of the Month: Stroke Support Group
3-4 p.m., Center for Senior Renewal, Detrick Building 1st floor, 11133 Dunn Rd. For more information, contact Jamie Stevens at 314-653-5331.
Thursdays: Bingo
Community Bingo at the Bridge At Florissant, at 1101 Garden Plaza Drive (intersection of Parker and Arlington) takes place on the third Thursday of each month starts at 2 p.m. There will be snacks and prizes. For more information call 314-831-0988.
Thursdays: Quilting guild
Every third Thursday of the month the Flower Valley Quilting Guild meets at 7 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church at 123 Carson Road in Ferguson.
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Free blood pressure checks monthly at Life Care Center of Florissant at 1201 Garden Plaza Dr. (off Parker Rd.) in Florissant every third Thursday of the month. Call 831-3752 for more information.
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Every Thursday City Voices Chorus, a women’s chorus singing four-part a cappella harmony, meets at Church of the Good Shepherd at 1166 S. Mason Rd. in St. Louis. Members come from the entire bi-state region. Call Marcia at 636-274-0723 for more information or visit www.cityvoiceschorus.org.
Fridays: Fish fry
A fish fry takes place every Friday at American Legion Post 338 at 9655 Midland Blvd. in Overland from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information contact Chairman Ed Hilleman at 314660-1813.
Every Friday: Our Lady of Fatima #4429 Knights of Columbus Bingo 6:45 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 1216 Teson Rd. in Hazelwood. For more information call 314-731-9330.
Every 3rd Friday of the month: Bingo
2 p.m., Life Care Center of Florissant, 1201 Garden Plaza Dr. For more information, call 314-831-3752.
Saturdays: Yoga
Come check out the benefits of yoga at Calvary UCC, at 2501 Hartland Avenue, on Saturday mornings from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Call Angela at 314801-8594 for more information.
Saturdays: Toastmasters meeting
Everyone is welcome to attend Toastmasters Saturdays 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Normandy United Methodist Church at 8001 Natural Bridge Road (across from UMSL). For more info call 314402-7025.
Saturdays: Free walk-in clinic
Salam Clinic at St. Peter’s United Church of Christ at 1425 Stein Road at West Florissant in Ferguson is a free walk-in clinic open Saturdays from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. The clinic is jointly sponsored by the Muslim Community of St. Louis (MCSL) and St. Peter’s United Church of Christ to provide basic adult medical screening, treatment and referrals free of charge for the uninsured. For more information or if you would be interested in volunteering, please call 314-521-5694 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday or visit www.stpeterschurch.org
Saturdays: Clothing sale
On the second Saturday of each month Bethany-Peace UCC at 11952 Bellefontaine Rd. in St. Louis County hosts a clothing sale from 9 - 11 a.m. For sale are used clothing and shoes, some household items, books and toys. Fill your bag for $1.
Saturdays: Grief support
On the fourth Saturday of each month, grief support meeting “A Way With
Words Ministry” meets at 12:30 p.m. at Community Christ Fellowship, rear, at 121 Williams Blvd. in Hazelwood, 1/4 mile south of Hwy 270 off Florissant Rd. There are a variety of topics monthly. You are not alone. Come help your heart heal with others. For more information call 314-605-3949.
Every Fourth Saturday’s Writer’s Workshop 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at Baden Library, at 8448 Church Rd. For more information call 314-388-2400.
Sundays: Meat shoot
Come and enjoy the meat shoots at American Legion Post 4445 located on 17090 Old Jamestown Rd. between Sinks Rd. and Lindbergh starting noon Sept. 15 thru Nov. 17; and in the spring, Feb. 2 thru March 8 rain or shine. Great meat prizes awarded.
Sundays: AMVETS meat shoot
Sundays in September through April, AMVETS Post 55, located on 8842 Natural Bridge Rd. in Bel-Ridge will be hosting meat shoots with practice beginning at 11 a.m. and rounds starting at noon. Shooters must be 18 or older and will shoot #9’s with no bull barrels or scopes and 675 minimum chokes. The shooting area is indoors and food and drink are available in the club room. For more information, contact 314-630-2671 or 314-330-7269.
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The Jennings Do-Dads hold meetings every third Sunday of the month (except June which is the second Sunday and no meeting in December) at 1 p.m. at Classics Bar & Grill at 11601 West Florissant Avenue. Those interested in membership are invited to attend. For more information visit www.jenningsdodads.org.
CHURCH Tuesdays & Thursdays: Chapel of the Cross Lutheran Church GriefShare Support Group
Support Group Meeting
Meeting to be held at Sarah Care of Bridgeton Adult Day Center 11977 St. Charles Rock Road, Suite 121-124, Bridgeton, MO 63044. Join our Support Group for Mutual, Emotional Support and Education. You are not alone. For information, contact Deborah Mabrie at 314-291-5210 or Ferd Fetsch at 314291-3021 Email: dbland@sarahcare. com ferdfetsch@sbcglobal.net.
Every third Tuesday of every month: Grief Support Group sponsored by DePaul Hospital 11:30am-1pm, Maryland Hgts. Comm. Ctr., 2300 McKelvey Rd. For more information, call 314-344-6873.
Wednesdays: ACES Schizophrenia Support Group 6:30 - 7:30pm, 314-839-3171.
Sundays: Alcoholics Anonymous Group 109 11th floor conference room at Christian Hospital, 10am, 11133 Dunn Road.
Diabetes Basics:
314-344-7024 for info or 314-344-7220 to enroll.
Crisis Nursery:
Committed to preventing child abuse and neglect, the Crisis Nursery provides short-term, safe havens to children, birth through age 12, whose families are faced with an emergency or crisis. Care is available year-round and serves families throughout the greater St. Charles region. 24-hour helpline: 314-768-3201. Or 636-947-0600, www. crisisnurserykids.org
Center for Senior Renewal:
Day treatment programs for older adults dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, loss and early signs of dementia, 314653-5123.
Nutrition Education:
SSM DePaul registered dieticians can help you make sure your diet is right for you, 314-344-6157.
Tuesdays from 2 - 4pm and Thursday from 6:30 - 8:30pm, 11645 Benham Rd., 314-741-3737
Christian Hospital Recovery Center:
HEALTH
Volunteers Needed at Christian Hospital: Call 314-653-5032
Every Mon. & Tues.: Healthy Meal Replacement (HMR) Program Orientation
Mondays: 6–7pm Tuesdays: Noon– 1pm SSM DePaul Wellness Center. Attend a free orientation to learn: the Five Success Variables needed to lose weight, different diet options available and how important physical activity really is. Please call to register at 1-877-477-6954.
Every Monday-Friday: Evening Front Desk Volunteers Needed 4-7pm, Christian Hospital, 1225 Graham Rd. in Florissant. For more information, please contact Lee Shields at 314-653-5032.
1st Tuesday of Every Month: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver
Outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment for adults, 314-953-8100.
Nicotine Anonymous
Nicotine Anonymous is a 12 Step Program, free and available to all seeking recovery from nicotine addiction based on principals of AA. Only requirement is a desire to stop using nicotine. Voluntary contributions are accepted. For further info call 314-822-2066 or visit www. Nicotine-Anonymous.org.
Look Good…Feel Better
SSM Cancer Care at DePaul Health Center, 12303 DePaul Drive. Radiation OncologyBridgeton. Attend a great makeup session sponsored by the American Cancer Society. A licensed cosmetologist teaches a session of scarf tying, shows a parade of hats, and provides each participant with a makeup kit. Light refreshments are served. Info: 314-344-6090.
SilverSneakers Senior Wellness Pro-
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A fun, energizing program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity and offering social events. A Silver Sneakers membership includes access to the city’s Fitness Centre with stateof-the-art fitness equipment and circuit training. Membership is available at little or no cost through your health plan. To find out if you are eligible, visit www. silversneakers.com or call 314-738-2599.
866-SSM-DOCS to register or for more information.
SSM DePaul Wellness Center:
Classes available on strength training, nutrition and smoking cessation, 314344-6177
Free Mammogram Screenings:
sessions,
SSM Health Care free mammogram screenings to women who have no health insurance. Appointments at 300 First Capitol Drive in St. Charles and SSM St. Joseph Hospital West, 100 Medical Plaza in Lake Saint Louis, 636-947-5617
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Sports you see with Gary B... New baseball team in O’Fallon names manager to start 2020 The Hoots play in the Prospect League, a collegiate summer baseball league comprising teams of college players from North America and beyond. All players in the league must have NCAA eligibility remaining in order to participate. So as to maintain their college
eligibility, players are not paid. All home games are played at CarShield Field in O’Fallon. Joe Lincoln will be the in the dugout leading the Hoots for the inaugural season. “We are incredibly excited to have someone of Joe’s caliber and experience as the first manager of the O’Fallon franchise,” General Manager David Schmoll said. “Joe fits the culture we are building here in O’Fallon and I look forward to working with him throughout the year to build a championship-caliber team.” Lincoln brings a high-level of recruiting and coaching acumen to O’Fallon. Throughout his coaching career, nine of his former players are currently on MLB rosters including 2019 Home Run Derby champion Pete Alonso and Cardinals centerfielder Harrison Bader. He has coached over 40 players now in minor league systems and five first-round draft picks. “I am extremely grateful to the O’Fallon organization for this opportunity. I am very excited to get started and bring a Prospect League championship to O’Fallon,” Lincoln said. “The community is known for having the best fans in baseball and I know that the fans will be pleased with the team we are able to put on the field for them.” Go to www.OFallonHoots.com for more details. * New team, new personnel UMSL breaks records in the pool The University of Missouri-St. Louis women’s swimming team saw three school records broken on Saturday on the final day of the Delta State Christmas Invite in Cleveland, Mississippi. Freshman Zara Konstapel placed fourth in the 200 breaststroke in an NCAA DII B-cut time of 2:19.55. Another freshman Franziska Hauptmann was sixth in the 200 backstroke in a school record and B-cut time of 2:05.69.
Also for the Tritons, the 400 freestyle relay team (Julia Gorska, Seela Wang, Aga Blocka, Stephanie Schoemans) swam to a fifth place finish in a school record time of 3:35.79. UMSL finished in third place among five teams in the team standings with 1331 points. * Think swimming pools Ambush soccer club picks up second victory in young season The St. Louis Ambush play in the South Central division of the Major Arena Soccer League (MASL) with home games at the Family Arena. The team posted a 7-6 victory over the Tacoma Stars Friday night in front of the hometown fans. The win was the second straight win for the Ambush, who defeated Kansas City on Dec. 15. The score was knotted at two each at the end of the first quarter and at the end of the half the Ambush trailed by one goal. The teams traded the lead with the Ambush’ Vadim Cojocov, Andre Braithwaite, Tony Walls and JT Thomas making the score knotted at six each. The Ambush took the lead for the final time at 10:24 when Pablo Da Silva, shooting from well outside the arc, executed a rocket that deflected off teammate Mike Scharf and into the back of the net. The Ambush was able to hold on until the final buzzer, securing the 7-6 win. * On a roll Gary Baute, a St. Louis native, may be educated in business but he lives and breathes sports. As a fan or an athlete, Gary is all sports all the time. He hosted a radio sports program on KFNS, emceed the River City Rascals’ inaugural season, among many other activities. I am currently hosting a Health show on 97.1 FM, ‘Prime Time Health’ www.PrimeTimeSTL.com. It broadcasts Saturday nights at 8 and Sunday mornings at 9.
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Recipe: A time-saving family meal Ingredients: 1 large egg 2 pounds 93% lean ground turkey 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped 1/2 cup oat milk 1/2 cup whole-wheat panko breadcrumbs 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice 1 teaspoon salt, divided 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 package (8 ounces) mushrooms, sliced 2 cups unsalted chicken stock 3 tablespoons whole-wheat flour 1/4 cup plain almond milk yogurt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley Directions: Heat oven to 350 F. Line rimmed baking pan with parchment paper. In large bowl, whisk egg; gently mix in turkey, onion, oat milk, breadcrumbs, pumpkin pie spice and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Form turkey mixture into eight (4by-2 1/2-inch) loaves; place on prepared pan. Bake loaves 40 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165 F.
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In large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil; add mushrooms and cook 5 minutes, or until tender, stirring occasionally. In medium bowl, whisk chicken stock and flour; add to skillet and cook 3 minutes, or until thickened, whisking occasionally. Whisk in yogurt, pepper and remaining salt. Serve loaves topped with gravy and sprinkled with parsley.
Tip: To freeze loaves, prepare turkey loaves but do not bake; freeze 2 hours, or until frozen. Wrap loaves tightly with plastic wrap and freeze in freezer-safe, zip-top plastic bags up to 3 months. Thaw loaves in refrigerator overnight then bake on parchment-lined rimmed baking pan at 350 F 40 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165 F. Proceed with remaining instructions. SEE ANSWERS ON PAGE 9
Golden Globe nominee Eddie Murphy returns to ‘Saturday Night Live’
Movie: By Steve Bryan
Born and raised in South St. Louis, Steve Bryan is now based in Anaheim, California, and has been allowed access to movie and television sets to see actors and directors at work. Though his writing has taken him far from St. Louis, Steve is, at heart, still the same wide-eyed kid who spent countless hours watching classic movies at neighborhood theaters.
In 1979, “Saturday Night Live” was in a state of transition. After four years, John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd left the cast to focus on passion projects, such as a band based on their “Blues Brothers” characters. Jane Curtin, Bill Murray and other core members of “The Not Ready for Prime-Time Players” finished the 1979-1980 season before moving on to other projects. The performers that originally made the comedy series a hit were now gone. The 1980-81 season saw the arrival of newcomers Joe Piscopo and a young man named Eddie Murphy. Over the next few years, these new faces helped “SNL” get back on track. Murphy, who was a standout in the cast, also took time to star in “48 Hours,” “Trading Places” and his breakout hit “Beverly Hills Cop.” Cinematic success prompted him to leave the show and, except for hosting one time in December 1984, he stayed away from the show that helped make him a superstar. On the last show of 2019, however, Eddie Murphy finally returned to “SNL,” bringing his classic Gumby, Mr. Robinson and Buckwheat characters back with him. Murphy’s critically acclaimed performance in “Dolemite is My Name” had a lot to do with his return.
list of worst actors the following year for “A Thousand Words.” The Razzies, short for “Golden Raspberry Awards,” single out the worst movies and performances of the year. Eddie Murphy is a multi-talented performer who can play both comedic and serious roles. He has made some questionable film choices over the years (“The Adventures of Pluto Nash,” “Meet Dave,” “Norbit”), but the quality of his performances in “Mulan” and the “Shrek” franchise showcase his talent. In 1996, he starred in “The Nutty Professor,” Photo courtesy NBC a well-received remake of a classic Jerry Lewis comedy about a professor Based on the career of comedian and singer who creates a formula to make himself handRudy Ray Moore, the film focuses on Moore’s some. outrageous stand-up character, a pimp called Murphy also will reprise his Prince Akeem “Dolemite.” With his over-the-top manner- Joffer character in an upcoming sequel to isms and flamboyant outfits, Moore’s alter ego “Coming to America.” “Beverly Hills Cop 4” became a hit in the 1970’s. has already been announced and “Triplets,” the Murphy’s work in “Dolemite is My Name” sequel to the Arnold Schwarzenegger/Danny is not the first time has been nominated in DeVito comedy, is in pre-production. Murphy awards season. He earned a Golden Globe as is slated to play the brother to Schwarzenegger well as an Oscar nomination for his work in and DeVito’s characters. 2006’s “Dreamgirls.” Murphy also was nomIn many ways, Eddie Murphy is revisiting inated for an NAACP Image Award for 2011’s his comedic roots. It’s good to see him doing “Tower Heist,” but he made the Razzie’s short what he does best once again: making us laugh.
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Yeggs
John Hanna
Crossword: Ancient History
‘Yeggs’ is a comic series about Robert and Bill, two rabbits who have opened their own egg franchise in the Midwest (St. Louis area). We follow their day to day lives, watching as they go about the hectic task of preparing for their one big day every year. Along the way they have adventures filled with fun, comic doings and pathos.
Moore On Life
For the Record The New Year is upon us and it’s time to start planning resolutions that can be quickly broken. Here’s mine. I’m going to start eating healthier beginning with fast food. No more burgers for the coming year. Yup, gonna give up those bovine by-products and move on. And just in time because several of my favorite restaurants have started a blasphemous hoax…err…a revolutionary idea—meatless burger patties. They’re completely plant-based and have been dubbed the Impossible Burger. Go ahead. Ask me how they taste. “How do they taste?” How the heck should I know? It’s still the Old Year as of this writing, so of course I’m going to stuff my mouth hole with real-meat cow burgers before I take the big plunge and possibly do irreparable damage to my sensitive system. To start the process I did a little research to find out just what I’d be getting myself into. Unlike the old veggie burgers made from soy, lentils and beans, which resulted in a dry crumbly texture and irreparable damage to the system; the new and improved ones have a pink meaty color, juicy dribbles, smoky flavor and they can even get a charred crust when broiled. AND…wait for it…
By Cindy Moore they even bleed like beef. Stop! You had me at juicy dribbles. I’m all in. But, there are still questions to be answered. First, what exactly are these wannabe burgers made of? Turns out they’re a tasty blend of soy and potato proteins. Yum?? Second, where do the juicy dribbles come from? Answer: coconut and sunflower oil additives. Appetizing…not! Next, what is it that holds this burger together? The response is, of course, methylcellulose. Well, toss me a bib cause that made my mouth water like a busted pipe. Finally, how is the burger taste recreated? Easy; from a little-known iron-containing compound called heme, which is found in all living organisms. The heme DNA is taken from soy plant roots and inserted into genetically engineered yeast. Duh! Did a little more research. I watched a famous documentary on the outcome of genetically engineered things. You might have seen it. It’s an interesting show called, “The Fly.” Yea, the scientist in it also messes around with modifying Mother Nature and ends up looking like a hamburger that got over-fried on the grill. New record: resolution broken before it’s even made. Cindy Moore is the mother of three superlative kids, servant of two self-indulgent felines and wife to one nifty husband. Her ficticious occupation? Archeological Humorist: someone who unearths absurdity and hilarity in strange and unusual places including public restrooms, the lint filter, and church meetings. Most recently, she excavated a find in her neighbor’s bird feeder. The opinions expressed in this column are Cindy Moore’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.
ACROSS 1. Imposing abode 6. ____ ____ mode 9. Musical finale 13. Declares to be true 14. Bud or chum 15. Petroleum tanker 16. Relating to a gene 17. “La” precursor 18. Big Dipper shape 19. *Between Stone Age and Bronze Age 21. Concentration equalizing process 23. *E in BCE 24. Youngster 25. *The Romans built one at Bath’s hot springs 28. Make like a cat 30. Mountain cover 35. Instinctive motive 37. “General Hospital,” e.g. 39. Fresh Prince: “____ ya later!” 40. Lose coat 41. Upside down frown 43. Original thought 44. Not odds 46. Distinctive elegance 47. Feeling great delight 48. Mr. Selfridge’s sphere of expertise 50. Green-eyed monster 52. *Early christogram Chi ____ 53. In the back 55. Granola grain
57. *Italian city, Mount Vesuvius’ victim 61. *Pharaoh’s resting place 65. Tear-jerker 66. *The ____ Peoples, attackers of ancient Egypt 68. *Infamous Athens’ legislator 69. Continental money 70. Lincoln lumber 71. Itsy-bitsy bits 72. Pre-Soviet Russian ruler 73. Opposite of WSW 74. *Per Aristotle, there are 3 categories of this DOWN 1. Gaspar, Balthasar and Melchior 2. Affirm solemnly 3. Wag of a finger 4. Don’t cast your pearls before it 5. Inner wall of a trench 6. Altar holder 7. *____ Tzu, ancient Chinese philosopher 8. Metallic mixture 9. Bye in Palermo 10. Auto pioneer 11. Kosher eatery 12. *One of Greek mythology’s twelve Olympians 15. *Mesoamerica’s earliest known civilization 20. One maxwell per square
centimeter 22. ____, snowshoe, tube 24. Movie teaser 25. *Mesopotamia’s earliest civilization 26. Establish validity 27. End of a shoelace 29. *Romulus’ domain 31. Ruler of emirate 32. Mothball substitute 33. 1st letter of Hebrew alphabet 34. *Founder of first Academy in Athens 36. *Virgil wrote of this volcano in the “Aeneid” 38. Blueprint or outline 42. Diplomat on a mission 45. “The Odyssey” temptresses 49. Hula accessory 51. Jamaican gang member 54. Bridal path 56. Divination card 57. *Virgil or Homer 58. Cross to bear 59. Actress Sorvino 60. Standard’s partner 61. One side of a leaf 62. *Euclid’s sphere of expertise, for short 63. International Civil Aviation Org. 64. Take a nap 67. Long, long time SEE ANSWERS ON PAGE 9