August 26, 2020
Assessing risk
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COMMUNITY VOICES By Wanda Lane. Pg. 2 The 2020 U.S. Census ends Sept. 30. Pg. 3 City Foundry STL announces time for change event for racial equity on Aug. 30. Pg. 4 HealthWorks! launching free Fall Learning Support Camp. Pg. 5
Special Section Senior Living. Pg. 6-7
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CV-19 CheckUp, found at http://www.oasisnet.org/covid helps people understand personal risks of getting and spreading COVID-19 to others based on their behavior.
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CV-19 Checkup is an online tool created in partnership between St. Louis Oasis, St. Louis County and BellAge that allows users to assess their personal risk for contracting COVID-19
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St. Louis’ Oasis, an advocate for older adults, is continuing its mission to promote healthy aging through lifelong learning, active lifestyles, and volunteer engagement by taking an active role during COVID-19. Keeping with its educational approach, Oasis has developed a free online tool, CV-19 CheckUp, in partnership with St. Louis County and BellAge. CV-19 CheckUp, found at http://www. oasisnet.org/covid helps people understand personal risks of getting and spreading
COVID-19 to others based on their behavior. The 10-minute questionnaire requires no personal information, phone number or email address. Results are generated immediately in an online report unique to the person completing the questionnaire. According to Juliet Simone, National Health and Program Director for Oasis, some questions help determine how severe an individual’s COVID probability might be. The tool assesses an individual’s living situation – single dwelling (i.e., house, or
mobile home) or multiple unit dwelling such as an apartment. “Those things are variables that can make a difference (in) your risk (for) COVID,” stated Simone. “(The tool) also checks some of your daily or weekly habits as it relates to what kinds of places you are visiting on a weekly or monthly basis. (It) gives you some options like grocery stores, outdoor exercise, doctors’ offices and restaurants.” See ‘ASSESSING’ page 2
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‘ASSESSING’ from cover The tool was developed with older adults as the target audience but Simone states that it also benefits those with autoimmune diseases and other chronic health conditions (lung diseases, upper respiratory issues, those undergoing chemo treatment, pregnant women, and other immunocompromised individuals). Simone shared that one of the assessment results at the end of the questionnaire provides an individual’s percentage risk for the likelihood of testing positive for the virus based on current health and habits as well as the risk for spreading the virus unknowingly. In addition, the tool provides tips for reducing an individual’s risks if they score in a high-risk category. “One additional component that’s really important,” stated Simone, “is that (the tool) also asks about your feelings of isolation, loneliness, and depression. Loneliness and isolation are topics that have always been important to those of us working with older adults, but I think most Americans have had some taste of what it’s like to be isolated and lonely over these last five or six months.” Though the tool is used to help individuals
determine their risks for the virus, Oasis’ aim is to continue helping older adults live enriching lives through its various programs. In making the CV19 CheckUp tool available online for self-assessment, particularly for older adults, Oasis hopes to help high risk individuals make informed decisions without losing sight of the social aspect of themselves. “This is one of those things that has been changing [for as] recommendations as the pandemic has gone on and on and on,” stated Simone. “I think we all in the early days expected it to be maybe two or three months of shut-in and then we would be back to normal. ‘Everyone hunker down, and we can get through this together if everyone just stays home.’ Well now as time has gone, it is obvious that we are going to be in this for a lot longer. Right now, we (must) find a healthy and safe balance of living our lives while also doing COVID safely. So, what I would recommend folks to do is to stay as engaged (as they can) with people they love – family, friends – whether it is church members (or) neighbors, in a safe way. If you are a member of a mega church and there are over 500 people, that’s probably not the best thing to do but if there (are) breakout sessions, participate in that. There is a chart of risks in activities at the end of the (CV-19 CheckUp). Going for walks outdoors is one of the safer things that we can do (in addition to) sitting with friends at a sixfoot distance outside wearing masks. The benefit of being social in this particular case would probably outweigh the risk of being isolated.”
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By Wanda Lane
Never take your right to vote for granted From time to time I have been accused of being idealistic – as though that is a negative human trait. In times like these a little idealism can be a much needed relief from reality, so I welcome this assessment. Ideally, with their vote, all Americans would claim their right and authority to voice their opinion about how their government is managed. There is a chunk of our money that is taken out of our paychecks before we get it, all in the name of being responsible taxpayers. Our government needs our money to pay for schools, roads, police and fire protection, and yes, we have no choice but to comply. We just hope our government puts our tax dollars to benefit the citizenry. Of course, we know it is not that simple. If our tax dollars (and bond initiatives) are used to finance education, why are so many of our districts unaccredited? Who is dropping the ball? If our tax dollars are used for infrastructure, why are our roads in such bad shape? And if we fought so hard to get the right to vote, why don’t all of us vote? It really doesn’t matter who your ancestors were. All of our ancestors fought for the right to vote. Most, of course, gained their independence and freedom in 1776. During the period of Reconstruction, some recent-
ly freed male slaves were allowed to vote. But that right was rescinded from the end of Reconstruction, when Jim Crow began, to about the 1950s when modern day civil rights began. The Civil Rights Act of 1965 prohibited racial discrimination in voting. And the struggle continues today. On average, only 12-16 percent of our residents vote in local elections. It is as though our citizens don’t know that people marched, bled and died for us to be able to vote. It seems not to be important to too many citizens. A “right” that is taken for granted. If you didn’t learn that in high school, stream the movie “Selma.” My father was not allowed to purchase a house in Bellefontaine in 1957. And he did not have the right to vote. Fast forward to the 2019 Bellefontaine Neighbors Board of Aldermen that reflects the ethnic diversity of the community today. I had high hopes for this board. I hoped they would recognize and honor the sacrifices that were made in order for them to occupy “The People’s” seats. So imagine my shock when the sign below was posted in our Ward 4 voting precinct that read: “Please Write Yourself in for Bellefontaine Neighbors Ward 4 Aldermen. The person who posted this sign in my
city obviously had no regard for the sacrifices that were made so everyone would have the right to vote. In essence, this person told citizens to throw away their authority and their vote! According to MO 115.453(4)(5), a writein candidate must file a declaration of intent with the proper election authority, nor can a write-in candidate be on a primary election ballot. So, because one person does not personally “like” a candidate, they instructed and encouraged citizens to abdicate their power and throw away their vote. That is irresponsibility and voter suppression to the 100th degree. Fortunately, no one fell for that frackel nackel. But it didn’t stop someone from trying. Bellefontaine Neighbor’s city motto is “Rich Traditions....Strong Moral Values.” Seriously? Wanda Lane has been a resident of Blefontaine Neighbors since 1999. She is a retired sales professional for Fortune 100 companies.
-The opinions expressed in this column are the columnist’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.
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The 2020 U.S. Census ends Sept. 30 You may have heard the 2020 U.S. Census deadline was extended to Sept. 30. When you take 10 minutes to complete the census, you’re helping local municipalities achieve an accurate count that enables the city to access federal resources and receive funding for public projects. Accurate information not only helps local businesses stay open but also promotes economic development, new business attraction and job creation. The 2020 U.S. Census is also important to local municipalities for a variety of other reasons. The census totals determine funding amounts that state and local govern-
ments receive from the federal level for the next decade. Accurate census counts ensure that funding is equitably distributed for numerous programs such as Medicaid, highway planning and construction, special education grants, Community Block Development grants, the National School Lunch Program, Head Start and more. Ultimately, the census is about dollars and democracy. Many programs critical to our community are funded through federal dollars. Allocations that support these programs are determined by the data collected during the census. Participating and reporting every single per-
St. Louis’ Anheuser-Busch donating hand sanitizer for November elections for use across the United States According to a release from the National As- ly, the office shipped 4,900 more face masks at the sociation of Secretaries of State (NASS), St. Lou- request of some election officials. is-based brewer Anheuser-Busch is producing In coordination with NASS, the National Assoand donating more than eight million ounces of ciation of State Election Directors (NASED) and hand sanitizer to polling locations across the Unit- the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security ed States for this November’s General Election. Agency (CISA), Anheuser-Busch will distribute “Missouri’s local election authorities have ben- the hand sanitizer to state election offices that efited from partnerships with a wide variety of have requested it to help ensure the safety of voters companies and organizations, and this type of and poll workers throughout the election process. support from one of America’s most long-standing Ashcroft recently served on the Executive Comcompanies is another example of the cooperation mittee of NASS and his co-directors of elections and generosity that makes America truly unique,” are members of NASED. said Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft. “I Voting information can be found online at www. am proud that one of the economic anchors of St. GoVoteMissouri.com. Louis is showing the U.S. what it means to do business in the ‘Show-Me State’.” After consultation with Missouri’s local election officials, Ashcroft requested 1,050 gallons and 5,600 (8-oz.) bottles of hand sanitizer for use in polling places across the state in November. Prior to the June election, which was postponed from April 7 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, McCormick Distilling Company in Weston, Missouri donated 1,000 bottles of hand sanitizer that was later personally delivered to local election authorities by Ashcroft in May. Ashcroft drove more than 5,000 miles and visited all 116 election jurisdictions. He delivered 17,000 face masks, 17,000 face shields, more than 500 gallons of sanitizer, 40,000 floor strips for physical distancing and 16,000 posters that encouraged six feet of distance between voters. At the same time, his office began distributwww.stlouisco.com/YourGovernment/BidsandRFPs ing $4.5 million to local election authorities allowing funding for them to meet their jurisdiction’s individual needs. More recent-
son staying at your address, adults and children, helps your city. Your information is protected by law and will only be used for the purposes outlined by the Census Bureau; there is no reason not to participate. The census is a questionnaire that consists of nine questions. You will be able to respond on-line, by mail or over the phone. All information you submit is private and will not be accessed by any local, state or federal agency. It is very important that you are counted. Visit the website at www.2020census.gov.
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City Foundry STL announces time for change event for racial equity on Aug. 30 City Foundry STL’s (3730 Foundry Way, St. Louis) Time for Change is an outdoor shop and stroll event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 30 to celebrate black-owned businesses in St. Louis as well as encourage the community to take action for racial equity by registering to vote. The event features local food in partnership with Taste of Black St. Louis from a variety of local restaurants for take-out only as well as local black-owned retail vendors. To create a safe and socially-distanced environment, attendees must purchase a $5 ticket for an hour time slot between 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and masks are required. All ticket sales will be donated to Action STL and Forward Through Ferguson. Guests will enter via the parking garage on Forest Park Parkway (east of Vandeventer on the south side of the street) and be guided by the vendors at a safe social distance. Asset Manager Will Smith explains, “City Foundry STL will be an inclusive and diverse place for locals and visitors to get a feel for the fabric of our city. While we can’t open City Foundry’s doors completely just yet, we do want to plan events like this to highlight our amazing community. We want to encourage positive ac-
tion and change in St. Louis.” Participating food vendors include: Momma Boogies Small Batch Cakery, Patty’s Cheesecakes, Simply Cooking with Donna, Harvey’s Heavenly Hands Catering (food truck), Café de LáSha (catered Cajun cuisine), Street Life (food truck), and more. Participating retail vendors for shopping include: Cheryl’s Herbs Group, Mister Finley Pet Bakery, Butter Love by LC, La Femme Rebelle Clothing, Amaryllis Hair Care, and more. The event will also launch a new collaborative initiative called She Votes to encourage voter registration by three local women-owned businesses. Jewelry maker Collections by Joya, clothing brand 2Lu City, and Golden Gems united in a non-partisan movement to amplify women’s voices at the polls. She Votes will include fun apparel, accessories and jewelry, but also provide resources and education for women to “sign up, show up, and speak up” in both local and national elections. There are still a few spots left for food and retailer vendors. Interested parties may email info@cityfoundrystl.com to get more information. To stay up-to-date with the progress at City Foundry STL, visit www.cityfoundrystl.com.
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Northwest Views:
Making progress toward enhanced safety on Metro Transit
By Taulby Roach Improving security on the Metro Transit system is a top priority for me, the team at Metro Transit, Bi-State Development, our regional elected officials and our law enforcement partners. I am happy to report that progress is being made toward creating the safer transit environment we and our customers demand. The steps being taken are outlined in a Comprehensive Metro Security Strategy agreed to by regional leadership, police partners and Metro, and unanimously approved by the Bi-State Development Board of Commissioners. All of the recommended actions fall into six categories, and our progress is tracked every quarter by a third party through a Metro Security Scorecard. The most recent score card from Quarter 2 indicates we have made significant progress in all six categories. The presence of people in public spaces can be a deterrent to criminal activity, therefore, more people riding Metro Transit can help make the system safer, and any effort to encourage ridership on the Metro system enhances the region’s overall security strategy. It is important to keep in mind that we experience very few serious incidents on the system, especially when compared to the number of riders (in the millions) we move safely every day, as well as in comparison to some of the crime statistics in the municipalities we serve. In most situations, de-escalation and active engagement are successful tactics utilized in our approach. The fact is, Metro is part of the communities we serve. Our team members, police partners and contractors live and raise families in many neighborhoods throughout St. Louis County, St. Louis City and St. Clair County in Illinois. We are grateful to these individuals because they are your family members, neighbors, and friends who are helping to improve our transit experience. Our current security strategy focuses on a regional approach that conforms to the federal compact by which Bi-State Development operates Metro Transit. We are strengthened through great relationships with our law enforcement partners who are responding when police are needed to address isolated incidents on the transit system. The security strategy is designed to meet the request of our customers to see more, not fewer local law enforcement uniforms on transit. We now have contracts with the St. Louis County Police Department, St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, St. Clair County Sheriff ’s Department and City of St. Louis Sheriff ’s Department to provide qualified, trained officers to Metro Transit. They, too, are part of the community and are our neighbors who are invested in making our region better. Today, when comparing Metro statistics to other transit systems in North America, we fall in the middle of the pack. We need to do better than that. We remain fully committed to improving safety and security and will get there by continuing to implement the additional steps in the plan unanimously approved by all partners. You can follow our progress and journey here: https:// www.ewgateway.org/transportation-planning/corridor-planning-metrolink/metro-security/ Taulby Roach is President and Chief Executive Officer of Bi-State Development, which oversees Metro Transit as one of its business enterprises. The opinions expressed in this column are the columnist’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.
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HealthWorks! launching free Fall Great weather brings out many for the ninth annual document shredding event Learning Support Camp With many school districts around the region opting to start the school year in a virtual capacity, some of the most underserved families – who often face food insecurities and lack reliable internet and the ability to provide learning support for their children – are left feeling helpless. To help provide a safe, learning environment for some of the most at-risk families in St. Louis, HealthWorks! Kids Museum St. Louis has announced it is launching a Fall Learning Support Camp. The program begins Aug. 31 and will serve 40 low-income students in grades K-4 who have been identified as at-risk. The Fall Learning Support Camp is free to participants, but HealthWorks! is asking for community support to help keep the program running as long as needed and ensure these children stay on track with their education. Beginning Aug. 31, 40 low-income students will call HealthWorks! their classroom. The students are being identified for the program by the Little Bit Foundation, which is committed to breaking down barriers to learning for students living in poverty through partnerships and programs that serve the needs of the whole child. The museum will offer socially-distanced, safe learning and healthy activities for nine full weeks during the first quarter of remote learning, all supervised and guided by Healthworks! professional staff. The camp will run from Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. so parents can continue to meet their work obligations. Each child will bring their school-issued devices each day, and they will receive a nutritious lunch, program supplies, as well as secure internet access that will allow them to complete their classwork. All Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines will be closely followed, including a daily health screening upon arrival for staff and students, mask requirements and increased sanitation throughout the day. The cost to the nonprofit museum for the Fall Learning Support Camp is $2,500 per child, which translates to $100,000 for 40 children for the full nine weeks. While HealthWorks! has applied for grant funding to offset the costs of making this program free for underserved families, support from the community will be essential to bridge any funding gaps and help ensure each child has the opportunity to be a successful participant in the program. By sponsoring the program, businesses and individuals in the community can help the participating students stay safe, healthy and on track with their online classes. The levels of sponsorship are as follows: • Program Title Sponsor $100,000 • 40 children for one full week $10,000 • One child for the entire first quarter of the school year $2,500 • One child for one week $275 • One child for one day $55 Donations can be made by credit card by visiting hwstl.org/ healthworks-fall-learning-support-camp/ and clicking on the “Become a Sponsor” button or by calling 314.241.7391. Those wishing to send a donation by check can mail to HealthWorks! Kids’ Museum St. Louis, 1100 Macklind Ave., St. Louis, MO, 63110. “Our top priority is to give children in the St. Louis community - regardless of income level or where they live - a safe space to learn and grow during this time of uncertainty,” said Shannon Laine, president and CEO of HealthWorks! Kids’ Museum St. Louis. “With the generous donations and support from the community, we will be able to provide crucial resources for some of the most at-risk children in our community, keeping them safe and making sure they stay on track with their education while physically going to school is not an option.” HealthWorks! Kids’ Museum St. Louis is located at 1100 Macklind Ave. in St. Louis and will remain open to the general public on Saturdays and Sundays while the Fall Learning Support Camp is in session. For additional information about Healthworks! or the Fall Learning Support Camp, visit www.hwstl.org, like the museum on Facebook or follow them on Instagram @healthworkskidsstl.
Photo courtesy city of Florissant Pictured above are Florissant city employees from the Health Department, Stericycle assisting residents as they pull up to drop of their documents to be shredded.
The Ninth Annual Florissant Resident Document Shredding Day was held on Aug. 15 in front of the Health Department from 9 a.m. to noon. All information was destroyed upon delivery in a manner to which it cannot be recognized
or recreated. All paper will then be recycled. It was estimated that over 31,301 pounds of paper shredded and Gateway Disposal STL collected and recycled over 200 pounds of cardboard.
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Breast cancer doesn’t sleep during the pandemic COVID-19, the novel coronavirus that first arrived on U.S. shores in February, has infected over five million people and killed over 170,000 Americans in five months. This viral disease is our worst health crisis in over one hundred years. Even today, our infection rate continues to rise and hospitals in several states are at ICU capacity. Families are struggling with the decision of in-person versus virtual classrooms for their children while struggling from historic rates of unemployment. These are challenging times. The Breakfast Club, a breast cancer advocacy group, understands the importance of family safety and would like to stress the importance of following the guidelines below from The Centers for Disease Control, The World Health Organization and our chief scientific officer, Dr. Anthony Fauci. 1. Face mask in public spaces. Face masks are worn to prevent respiratory droplets that can travel in the air when talking, singing, laughing and breathing. Face masks are most effective when widely adopted by the community. Studies from New Zealand, Boston and the Diamond Cruise Ship report that the rate of asymptomatic infections is approximately
40 percent. An asymptomatic infection is a person who has tested positive for COVID -19 and has no signs or symptoms of the disease. Therefore, people can unknowingly infect family, friends, co-workers and the community. The purpose of a face mask is to prevent potentially contagious respiratory droplets from entering the airspace and infecting others. 2. Social distancing. Social distancing is also known as physical distancing. The goal is to stay six feet away from others to reduce exposure to the virus. Social distancing is one of the primary ways to reduce the risk of spread. If you are not near others, the risk of personal contact with the virus is greatly reduced. For the elderly and other high-risk individuals with health conditions like diabetes, heart disease, immunocompromised state and lung disease, social distancing is especially important. 3. Assembling outdoors. Outdoor venues promote a lower risk of transmission of viral particles. Open air venues allow for more airflow and less recirculated air. Additionally, social distancing is easier to achieve at outdoor venues. Nearly all super-spreader events have occurred
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indoors in venues of close-contact and limited air circulation. 4. Practicing good hand hygiene. Avoid touching common surfaces in public places like elevator buttons, door handles and handrails. Greet others without shaking hands. Use a tissue or sleeve to cover your hand if you must touch something. Wash your hands after touching surfaces in public places, and avoid touching your face, nose, and eyes.
The Breakfast Club also wants to encourage busy sisters not to forget about important health screenings and maintaining medical appointments. Breast cancer has not taken time off during this pandemic. Unfortunately, just like the coronavirus disproportionately impacts the African-American community, breast cancer mortality is 90 percent higher in African-American women compared to white women in the St. Louis Region. The importance of screening annually starting at the age of 40 is The Breakfast Club’s message. If you have a close relative with breast or ovarian cancer or a family member with a known genetic mutation (change in a gene) screening should occur earlier than 40. African-American women develop breast cancer at an earlier age and are more likely to have an aggressive subtype of the disease compared to white women. Screening annually and at the appropriate age is critical to receiving timely, lifesaving treatment. Please discuss when you should begin screening with your health care provider. For women who are uninsured, The Show Me Healthy Woman Program offers free screenings and treatment at several sites around St. Louis. Please call for information on free screening at 1-866-726-9926. Remember: www.GP-Life.com mammograms save lives.
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Four ways to help transition pets to post-quarantine routines
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As states ease COVID-19 restrictions and people get out of the house to return to work, pets around the country may see their daily routines of hanging out with everyone come to an end. Some dogs and cats handle routine changes easily. For others, a routine change at home can cause behavior issues, nervousness or separation anxiety. A Suzy survey of 5,000 U.S. pet owners found nearly 70% of respondents are concerned their pets will have new or additional anxiety when they return to work. It’s important to prepare pets for changes in routine, especially those that are new to a home, for their well-being and harmony of the whole family. Consider these post-quarantine transition tips. Make a Plan The key to any plan is making sure everyone knows what to do. This goes for veteran pet owners and the owners of more than 221,000 new pets adopted or fostered since March, according to the 24Pet ShelterWatch Report. Pet owners should agree on the plan for their pets and details should be shared with children who help with care. “Pet owners should make a plan with minimal and realistic changes to help their dogs or cats adapt to new routines,” said veterinarian Elizabeth DeLomba, MBA, senior veterinary services consultant at VetriScience Laboratories. “Start by offering your pets belongings that make them feel safe and comfortable and add small things that promote mental and physical stimulation.” Practice the New Routine Ease your pet into being alone by spending short periods of time away from him or her both in and outside the home and work your way up to hours of separation. Use practice time to get your dog or cat used to what happens before you leave for work, comfortable with a crate or other safe space and acquainted with a new toy, treat or someone who will check on him or her during the day. Before you leave, take your pet for a walk or play at home to get energy out prior to your departure. When it is time to leave, don’t make a big deal out
of leaving. Say goodbye long before you leave then leave calmly. Try a Calming Supplement The survey revealed that 65 percent of respondents plan to use a nutritional supplement to help their dog or cat cope with any anxiety a new routine brings. Over the counter calming supplements can help pets relax during stressful times without changing their personality or energy level. Calming supplements come in bite-size chews or a liquid dosage and can help relieve stress for dogs and cats of all breeds and sizes. “Fear and anxiety disorders affect 23 million dogs in the U.S. alone,” DeLomba said. “Supplements may offer a convenient approach for managing separation anxiety and other behavioral issues. The ingredients in supplements work together to make a positive impact on behavior and anxiousness, which results in a calmer, more focused pet.” Keep Them Stimulated Don’t let your dog or cat feel bored when home alone. Play music, keep a television on or use a white noise machine to create some constant sound. If your pet isn’t into watching television, keep him or her busy with a treat-dispensing toy that requires some work. Or stuff a toy with peanut butter, freeze it and give it to your dog when you leave. These ideas can help keep your pet’s mind stimulated and encourage him or her to focus on something other than being alone. Start thinking about a plan for your pet and ask your veterinarian if you have concerns about behavioral changes. Learn more and find the full survey results at vetriscience.com.
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RECURRING EVENTS
Weekdays: Tax filing program volunteers
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 cban-
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.
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 reimbursement 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: practice
Choral Arts 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. 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
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 314-446-4440 or cpiece@caastlc.org for additional information.
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Tuesdays: A cappella singers
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 314921-2316.
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.
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.
Tuesdays: Vietnam Veterans Association meeting
Mondays: Korean War Veterans Association meeting
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 McConnell, 314-831-5476.
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. For a limited period the Chapter will pay for one (1) year membership for new members.
Mondays-Thursdays: Volunteers needed
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. Chapter will pay for one (1) year membership for new members.
Tuesdays: TOPS (Take off pounds sensibly)
2nd Tuesday Sept.-June: Show-me Stitchers: Show-me Stitchers is the local chapter of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America. We meet on the second Tuesday, Sept.-June at 6:30 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 14088 Clayton Road, Chesterfield, MO. Learn needlepoint, embroidery, cross stitch, and more.
Every 4th Tuesday of the month: Fort Bellefontaine Memor-
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
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.
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 314921-2316.
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.
www.mycnews.com • Community News – St. Louis County • August 26, 2020 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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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 314-660-1813.
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
Yoga returns to Calvary UCC at 2501 Hartland Avenue, on Saturdays from 10:30-11:30. Masks and social distancing are required in the building and participants should bring hand sanitizer with them. For further information call Angela at 314-801-8594.
Saturdays: Toastmasters meeting
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.
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mation, call 314-344-6873.
Wednesdays: ACES Schizophrenia Support Group 6:30 - 7:30pm, 314-839-3171.
Tuesdays & Thursdays: Chapel of the Cross Lutheran Church GriefShare Support Group
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11th floor conference room at Christian Hospital, 10am, 11133 Dunn Road.
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Tuesdays from 2 - 4pm and Thursday from 6:30 - 8:30pm, 11645 Benham Rd., 314-741-3737
HEALTH 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.
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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 Support Group Meeting
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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 314-291-3021 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 infor-
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CHURCH
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 314-402-7025.
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
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Sports you see with Gary B... UMSL golfer wins amateur championship University of Missouri-St. Louis senior Chris Ferris of the men’s golf team won the 30th Metropolitan Amateur Championship, held Aug. 6-8 at Meadowbrook Country Club. Ferris shot a 210 (70-74-66) to edge Chris Kovach by two strokes after entering the final 18 holes trailing
by eight shots. “I just went out and played my game,” said Ferris. “I knew the front nine was my nine and had played the front in six-under the first two days, so if I played it in three-under it would make it a match on the back nine.” Ferris fired a five-under 31 on those first nine holes before securing a 35 on the back nine. He is the second UMSL player to win visit us at – WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/MYCNEWS the Metro Amateur championship, joining Ryan Penfield, who won in 2011. Ferris will enter the 2020-21 season ranked third all-time in program history with a 74.35 career scoring average. * Consistent Lindenwood partners with major company in St. Charles to return to sports safely In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Lindenwood Athletics recently collaborated with Lowes, a national home improvement retailer, to provide equipment for a safe return to play. Lowes agreed to supply Lindenwood Athletics with a donation of KN95 masks. The Lindenwood Athletic department plans to distribute the masks to all student-athletes, staff, and other members of the university community. “Our goal is to provide the safest training environments possible for our student-athletes and staff,” said Lindenwood head athletic trainer Kristin Trotter. “The donation of these masks, in addition to all of the other precautions we are taking as a department and university to fight the spread of COVID-19 will ensure that we are meeting that goal.”
Lindenwood Athletics worked closely with Kyle Ayo, a store manager at the local Lowes location on West Clay Street in St. Charles, to secure the partnership. “We are here to support our community and safety is our top priority,” said Ayo. “Lindenwood is a big part of our community and we are just happy we were able to help support getting the kids back this fall.” “We are grateful for the generosity demonstrated by Lowes which will directly benefit the Lindenwood University community,” said Lindenwood Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics and Campus Recreation Brad Wachler. “Now more than ever it is important for all members of this community to bond together so that we may face the challenges ahead.” * One major step for safety Indoor football coming back to the Family Arena It is still early to start buying tickets, but well known indoor football coach Jeff Hunt has been putting together a powerful team as sponsors and players on the field. All the details are being compiled as we speak and next week will I will fill in details on tryouts, sponsorships and marketing positions. Presently the Family Arena in St. Charles is in negotiations putting together a long-term contract for the future of the indoor St. Louis Bandits. * Coach is surrounding himself with some talent
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 refreshing grape salad for outdoor relaxation Chopped Salad with Grapes and Chickpeas
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Prep time: 30 minutes | Servings: 6
Ingredients: Dressing: 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 2 teaspoons Dijon-style mustard 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/2 garlic clove, grated or minced 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Salad: 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed 2 cups California grapes, halved or quartered 3 Persian (or 1/2 English) cucumbers, sliced lengthwise and thinly sliced 1 Fresno chile, seeded and finely chopped 1 large, firm ripe avocado, peeled, pitted and diced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco
Directions: To make dressing: In jar, combine vinegar, mustard, lemon juice, cumin, garlic, oil, salt and pepper; secure with tightly fitting lid. Shake well and set aside. Soak onion in cold water 15 minutes; drain. In large bowl, combine onion with romaine, chickpeas, grapes, cucumbers, chile and avocado. Add dressing, salt and pepper; toss gently. Divide between serving dishes and sprinkle with queso fresco. Nutritional information per serving: 270 calories; 5 g protein; 29 g carbohydrates; 16 g fat (53% calories from fat); 2.5 g saturated fat (8% calories from saturated fat); 5 mg cholesterol; 450 mg sodium; 4 g fiber.
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Looking back at ‘Chariots of Fire’
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.
At the 54th Academy Awards ceremony in 1982, the Best Picture nominees included “Atlantic City,” “Raiders of the Lost Ark,” the heart-tugging “On Golden Pond” and Warren Beatty’s ambitious “Reds.” However, after that final envelope was opened, “Chariots of Fire” beat out the other nominees. This film also won Oscars for Best Original Screenplay, Best Original Music Score and Best Costume Design. The main theme composed by Greek musician Vangelis later became an iconic piece of music. “Chariots of Fire” came to mind after I read about the death of actor Ben Cross at age 72. Cross, along with actor Ian Charleson, took the lead roles in that award-winning film. It tells a simple, yet profound story of strength, courage and belief set against an extremely competitive backdrop. Even though they didn’t win individual Oscars for their acting, I like to credit these two actors for helping make this an award-winning film. Cross played Harold Abrahams, the son of a Jewish immigrant. As portrayed onscreen,
could breeze by “The Flying Scotsman” in one race, but Liddell beat him to the finish line. A bit shaken by that loss, Abrahams was later successful at the Olympics, winning gold and silver medals. A man of deep faith, the real-life Liddell is credited with some amazing quotes, some of which show up in “Chariots of Fire.” When talking about running in one event, he said “The secret of my success in the 400m is ‘Chariots of Fire’ photo courtesy Enigma Productions that I run the first 200m as Harold Abrahams was an extremely ambitious fast as I can. Then, for the second 200m, with young man who had served as a lieutenant in God’s help I run faster.” Liddell also compares the British Army. An accomplished athlete, he faith to running in a race, saying “it’s hard, also earned spots on Britain’s 1920 and 1924 requires concentration of will and energy of Olympic teams. Despite his achievements, he soul.” He even defends his dual passions of faced prejudice because of his faith and heri- athletics and missionary work in one scene by tage. After the Olympics, Abrahams went on saying “God made me fast. And when I run, I to become a successful author and sports jour- feel his pleasure.” “Chariots of Fire” remains one of my all-time nalist. Charleson, who passed away in 1990, played favorite films. Even though Ben Cross and Ian Eric Liddell, a Scottish runner, rugby player Charleson are no longer with us, this movie and missionary. Before he joined Abrahams at serves as reminder of their talents as well as the Olympics, the two men were athletic rivals the contributions of the men they portrayed on of sorts. The on-screen Abrahams believed he screen.
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‘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 I drove home the other day to find a crowd including Search and Rescue outside my home. Posters had already been made with my picture on them ready for distribution. Even the cats were worried. You can tell when a cat is concerned. Their kibble bowl was only half full and they were yowling in full panic mode. Once in the driveway I fell out of the car exhausted and spent. My friends and family encircled me. “It’s her. She’s alive, she’s alive!” They cried. “Where have you been? What fiendish beast has kept you captive; what horrors do you have to report?” I began my story: I went to the store to find my brand of soda. Rumors of a can shortage were going to make my favorite drink harder to find than TP in March? I wasn’t going to make the same mistake. I didn’t stock up then and used old mismatched socks for bathroom visits. I look at a pair of socks now and hear a faint flushing sound in the background. At the store, no sooner had I entered the main court when a cart overflowing with items came crashing my way. A head-on collision was eminent. “Hey, Crazy!” the lady pushing the cart barked. “Follow directions. Can’t you read?!” It was then that I saw the labels and arrows on the floor. I was going the wrong direction, but every time I got close to the aisle I needed another sign directed me in the opposite way. I ended up in a never-ending highway vortex of doom. I passed gardening and was just about to make an illegal U-turn when a security guard pushed me back into the maelstrom. I was not alone. The lady in front of me had an
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Lost & Found adorable newborn. She told me she had delivered it in produce the week before and was still trying to find the exit. I needed to get out. I made a quick left turn and was immediately cited by the store traffic police for not yielding to a handicap shopping cart. Think fast! I removed my mask. Alarms sounded. I was immediately surrounded by a gaggle of guards in hazmat outfits and promptly booted out. By then it had been three days. My husband handed me an icy drink of my favorite soda. “How…?” I asked. “Amazon,” he said. 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. It may be fixed or blank 6. Sometimes appears between dogs 9. Wild West card game 13. Deprived of a limb 14. Go wrong 15. ____ and tattooed 16. Tsar’s edict 17. Waikiki garland 18. Propelled like Argo 19. *Last year’s Super Bowl MVP 21. *Recipient of this year’s first pick 23. Madame Tussauds’ medium 24. Jack’s legume 25. Communications regulator, acr. 28. Dry as dust 30. Echo 35. Yours and mine 37. Cold War enemies, slang 39. Common candle shape 40. Home of the Utes 41. Shinbone 43. Scotia preceder 44. Furiously angry 46. Like watching paint dry 47. Gulf War missile 48. Oozed 50. Clump 52. Yo
53. Common allergens 55. Not color but ____ 57. *The goal 61. *Primary football unit 65. Boy Scout’s ____ badge 66. Pod dweller 68. Word of mouth 69. All worked up 70. Poetic “ever” 71. Home to largest mammal 72. Threads 73. *Defensive ____ 74. Locomotes DOWN 1. Millionaire’s turf, according to 2009 Oscarwinner 2. Bangladeshi currency 3. Wet nurse 4. Plant again 5. Swellings 6. Elvers 7. ‘re 8. Human social group 9. *Yellow and unwanted 10. Saint’s “headdress” 11. Movie spool 12. *Vegas numbers 15. Laura Ingalls’ hat 20. Make an effort 22. Organ of balance 24. Sleep disrupters
25. *Encroachment and false start, e.g. 26. Type of mandarin 27. Have a hankering 29. *2020 Super Bowl winning coach 31. VSCO girl’s favorite shoe brand 32. Geologic period 33. Variety show 34. *Patriot no more 36. Pinta or Santa Maria, e.g. 38. Perfect houseplant spot 42. *____ Bowl, college game 1982-2000 45. Indicate 49. What Dundee and Dunedin have in common 51. *Last year’s Heisman winner 54. Conical dwelling 56. Draw a conclusion 57. Do like exhaust pipe 58. Evil Roman emperor 59. What oxen do to plows 60. Acne symptoms 61. *One of ten needed for first down 62. Church echo 63. Provoke or annoy 64. European sea eagles 67. Poetic “even” SEE ANSWERS ON PAGE 9