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Photo courtesy Francis Howell School District Four students from Francis Howell School District were awarded certificates for their achievements at the Braille Challenge regional competition at a recent school board meeting.
Visually challenged students from the Francis Howell School District were victorious in the regional Braille Challenge By Brett Auten Four students from Francis Howell School District refused to be hamstrung by their limitations. The students, who are blind or visually impaired, put together a masterful performance in the Braille Challenge regional competition held the Missouri School for the Blind in St. Louis. The Braille Challenge is the only academic competition of its kind in North America for students who are blind or visually impaired. Any blind or visually impaired student from first grade through high school who can read and write braille is eligible to participate in the Braille Challenge. Tyler Groves, a sixth grader at Saeger Mid-
dle and Luke McKeon, a fourth grader at Warren Elementary, both came away with a first-place finish. Francis Howell Central sophomore Claire Wright and Warren fourth grader Olivia Wright both received Honorable Mention. The contestants were divided into five categories and tested on fundamental braille skills such as reading comprehension, spelling, speed and accuracy, proofreading, and charts and graphs. The contests were judged by volunteer teachers of the visually impaired and scored locally by volunteer transcribers, based on national guidelines. “I enjoyed the fun things that they had to do there, like at lunch they had basketball, a treadmill, and an endless rock wall,” Groves
said. “I was really proud that I won and I want to compete again next year.” The students didn’t do highly-specific training for the contest, instead relied on the day-to-day instruction and habits that have accumulated throughout the year. “The most difficult for me was the reading comprehension because I am not a fast reader and it was challenging to finish in the allowed time,” Groves said. “I read and write in braille every day when I do my school work. I didn’t do so hot last year so this year I worked on using more contractions which is what gave me a lower score last year.” Claire Wright enjoyed the competition and See’BATTLERS’ page 2
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Photos by Kate Edmonson (Left) Luke McKeon, a fourth grader at Warren Elementary School, came away with a first-place finish in the Braille Challenge regional competition held at the Missouri School for the Blind in St. Louis. (Right) Tyler Groves, a sixth grader at Saeger Middle School, came away with a first-place finish in the Braille Challenge regional competition held at the Missouri School for the Blind in St. Louis.
‘BATTLERS’ from cover spending time with friends, but it wasn’t all fun and games. “The tactile graphics activity was very challenging,” Wright said. “We had to identify and interpret different graphics and charts, and then answer questions about it. It takes practice to get good at it.” Laura Gierer is a Teacher of the Visually Impaired for the Francis Howell School District. “The competition really showcases this specific way of reading and writing,” Gierer said. “It’s nice for them to be recognized for their skills and the hard work. All-in-all, it’s a really nice day at the Missouri School of the Blind.” The Braille Institute developed the Braille Challenge to motivate
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Grant supports housing assistance program More than 34,000 people in Sts. Joachim & Ann Care Service service area consisting of St. Charles, Lincoln and Warren counties are living below the poverty line, according to the U.S. Census. That leaves individuals and families struggling to provide the most basic needs, such as food and shelter. A lack of both affordable housing and financial resources also poses a challenge. Through the agency’s efforts and additional funding such as a recent $7,500 Operation Round Up grant, the agency is able to house persons who were homeless, prevent many from becoming homeless, provide utility assistance or prevent disconnects. “We have not seen a decrease in the need for services,” Sts. Joachim & Ann Executive Director Jack Lipin said. In 2018, Sts. Joachim & Ann served approximately 1,350 households (3,411 individuals) in St. Charles, Lincoln and Warren counties in the housing assistance program. Persons who qualify for housing assistance must be homeless or in danger of becoming homeless because of eviction or mortgage foreclosure, a utility shut-off, or are in need of an emergency home repair. To qualify, recipients must meet income guidelines, at or below 50 percent of the area median income level. Persons needing help should call 636-441-1302 or visit www.jacares.org to learn more about the services offered by Sts. Joachim & Ann. Financial contributions are accepted throughout the year. Donations may be made through the agency’s website, dropped off Monday-Friday between 8:30
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Submitted photo The Cuivre River Electric Community Trust Board awarded a $7,500 grant to Sts. Joachim Ann & Care Service. Pictured (from left) are Doug Steinmeyer, Cuivre River Electric Community Trust board member; Amy Armour, Sts. Joachim & Ann grant writer; and Jack Lipin, Sts. Joachim & Ann executive director. The funds will be used to support the agency’s housing assistance program.
a.m.-4:30 p.m., or mailed to 4116 McClay Road, St. Charles, MO 63304. Since 1997, the agency has received nearly $135,000 in grants from the Cuivre River Electric Community Trust Board. The goal of Operation Round Up is to help address needs in the areas of health, ed¬ucation, home weatherization, youth, com¬munity and emergency services that cannot be met with other resources.
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Busch Shooting Range to temporarily close rifle/pistol ranges for maintenance project
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Photo courtesy Missouri Department of Conservation MDC will temporarily close the rifle/pistol ranges at August. A. Busch Shooting Range and Outdoor Education Center in Defiance beginning May 13 to enable work crews to complete a maintenance project.
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will temporarily close the rifle/pistol ranges at the August. A. Busch Shooting Range and Outdoor Education Center beginning Monday, May 13 to enable work crews to complete a maintenance project. The length of the closure is estimated to be two weeks, depending on weather conditions, and the rifle/pistol ranges will reopen as soon as the work is complete. MDC crews will be working extended hours to expedite the maintenance work. During this time, the shotgun fields and archery facilities will remain open for public use. MDC also offers shooting opportunities at several unstaffed ranges in the St. Louis region, including: • Reifsnider State Forest east of Warrenton on Route M in Warren County • William R. Logan Conservation Area off State Highway E, northeast of the town of Silex in Lincoln County • Little Indian Creek Conservation Area off Highway A in Washington County, southeast of Sullivan • Huzzah Conservation Area off Highway E in Crawford County, north of Steelville Additional information on MDC shooting ranges can be found at mdc.mo.gov/shootingranges. Shooters can find still more range options on the National Shooting Sports Foundation’s website by going to http://wheretoshoot.org. The Busch Shooting Range is located at 3550 Route D in Defiance, approximately five miles west of Highway 94. Shooters can keep informed about range happenings by texting “MDC Busch” to 468311 and signing up for text alerts.
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St. Charles County Parks and Recreation Department honors volunteers As part of National Volunteer Week, April 7–13, the St. Charles County Parks and Recreation Department recognized volunteers for their extraordinary service and dedication at its annual Volunteer Appreciation Night. Approximately 130 park volunteers attended the celebration, which was held on April 10, at the Lodge at Quail Ridge Park in Wentzville. “Our dedicated volunteers are a special group of citizens who make selfless contributions to the department,” says Parks Director Ryan Graham. In 2018, hundreds of volunteers donated 10,543 hours to the St. Charles County regional parks system; a 4,000 hour increase over 2017. “The estimated national value for each hour donated in 2018 was $24.69, which equates to $260,306 in labor donated to serving our community,” adds Graham. “We consider that priceless!” At the appreciation celebration, 2018 Outstanding Volunteer Awards were given in several categories: • Outstanding Individual Volunteers: Steve Story, Tim Wiegard, Alberta McGilligan, Jim Twellman, • Mark Davis, and Craig Morton • Outstanding Volunteer Group/Organizations: Missouri Master Naturalist, Confluence Chapter, and Canine Search and Rescue Association • Outstanding Volunteer Parks Advocate: Barney Combs, Boone Home Certified Interpretive Guide • Outstanding Volunteer Lifetime Achievement Award: Ruth Mellor, Parks Advisory Board and Parks Foundation Chair “It is through the efforts of these volunteers that the St. Charles County Parks and Recreation Department can achieve our mission to bring nature, history, and recreational opportunities to all those who come to our parks,” says
Photo courtesy St. Charles County As part of National Volunteer Week, April 7–13, the St. Charles County Parks and Recreation Department recognized volunteers for their extraordinary service and dedication at its annual Volunteer Appreciation Night.
Graham. In addition to volunteers, those in attendance included County Executive, Steve Ehlmann; Parks Advisory Board members Will Klein, Larry Henderson and Robert Wohler; and Parks Foundation members Tony Caruso and Bob Pecoraro. Volunteers of all ages and abilities assist the St. Charles County Parks and Recreation Department with a variety of tasks throughout the year. These dedicated volunteers help to beautify and manage natural
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Fort Zumwalt services score perfect inspections The St. Charles County Health Department annually inspects each of the Fort Zumwalt School District’s 30 kitchens, which includes cafeterias and coffee bars. This year each of those 30 facilities scored a perfect 100 percent. Fort Zumwalt Student Nutrition Services is a self-sustaining arm of the district. It is funded through grants and the purchases at cafeterias and coffee bars. No tax-payer dollars go into this operation. Each day of the school year 160 employees serve 12,000 meals to students and staff. The department has been recognized nationally for its innovative programs, including elementa-
ry school Breakfast in the Classroom and high school coffee/smoothie bars. These grab-and-go options give students the chance to start each day with a good breakfast. Every item Student Nutrition Services sells meets federal health guidelines and the demands of hungry kids. Also, in March, the Missouri Highway Patrol was out for the annual safety inspection of the district’s 173 buses, maintained by the Fort Zumwalt School District Transportation Department fleet service manager and team of mechanics. Each of the past three years, the fleet scored a perfect 100 percent on the inspections.
WSD students host third annual film festival The Wentzville School District held its Third Annual Film Festival on April 2 at Holt High School. The festival, sponsored this year by Central Methodist University and supported by grants from the Wentzville School District Foundation, highlights films written and produced by students in grades K-12. Winners were chosen in eight categories from over 180 submissions. “The WSD Film Festival is an amazing, student-led event that showcases the creativity of our students at all grade levels, from the designing of the logo and marketing materials to the films that are submitted,” said WSD Film Festival Committee Chair and South Middle School ELA Teacher Kim Adkins. “Each year, we see more and more students participating in this
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showcase event that is produced, directed and hosted by WSD students.”
Lewis & Clark Career students excel at SkillsUSA state competition; six to go to nationals
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Four of the 14 City of St. Charles School District students representing Lewis & Clark Career Center at the SkillsUSA Missouri State Leadership and Skills Conference medaled in their respective competitions during the three day conference in Linn, Missouri from April 4 - 6. Adam Colter (SCW) and Valeria Zamores (SCW) each earned first-place, gold medals in their respective written competitions. Colter competed in Precision Machining Technology Information and Zamores in Early Childhood Education information. Winning third-place, bronze medals were Logan Triplett (SCHS) and Clifford “Trey” Faucheux (SCW) who were half of the Quiz Bowl team. It has been more than ten years since Lewis & Clark Quiz Bowl team finished so strongly at the state level. Lewis & Clark fielded 66 competitors in 81 different competitions over the three days. Students competed in a variety of technical, hands-on, written, and oral competitions that related directly to their program of study at Lewis & Clark. A total of 32 medals were awarded to Lewis & Clark students. Six students will move on to the national competition and represent the state of Missouri. “We are extremely proud of all of our competitors from our St. Charles schools,” said Dr. Andrew M. Stewart, director of the Lewis & Clark
Photo courtesy City of St. Charles School District City of St. Charles School District students (from left) Logan Triplett, Clifford Faucheux, Grace Robnett and Valeria Zamores were recognized at a City of St. Charles School District Board meeting for their success at the SkillsUSA Missouri State Leadership and Skills Conference.
Career Center. “These champions epitomize the best of Lewis & Clark.” SkillsUSA is an applied method for preparing America’s high performance workers in career and technical programs. The Lewis & Clark Career Center provides career and technical education for St. Charles County juniors and seniors from all five school districts in St. Charles County. For more information, visit lewisclarkcc.org.
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CPR – Cell Phone Repair celebrates grand opening with ribbon cutting
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Owner Rob Benton, celebrated the grand opening of his new business, CPR – Cell Phone Repair with a ribbon cutting on April 8. Joining Benton was city of St. Peters Mayor Len Pagano, Alderman Terri Violet, Molly Dempsey with St. Charles County Government, Manager Steven, family, friends, and board members and ambassadors with the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce. CPR – Cell Phone Repair is located at 7131 Mexico Road. Not only can they fix cracked screens and replace batteries on personal phones, they also have a fix for a wide variety of digital devices including computers, laptops, game consoles, cameras, MP3 players and more. For more information CPR – Cell Phone Repair, the services they provide or their hours of operation, please call 636-352-0767 or visit their website at cellphonerepair.com/st-peters-mo.
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Pizza Ranch coming to Wentzville The community of Wentzville can now prepare themselves for legendary pizza, the country’s best chicken and FunZone arcade with the Pizza Ranch coming to town. The Wentzville Pizza Ranch, located at 1225 Wentzville Parkway, will be owned and operated by Chad and Abbey Brenneman. “I became familiar with Pizza Ranch while attending college at Northwestern (Orange City, Iowa),” said Chad. “Becoming part of the Pizza Ranch family felt like coming home. The vision and mission of Pizza Ranch resonates deeply with us and though we were not necessarily in search of a restaurant franchise, opening a Pizza Ranch felt more like answering a calling.” Chad (GM) and Abbey (AGM) look forward to the opportunity to impact and be a part of the lives of both the guests and team members that come walking through their doors, as well as the Wentzville community at large. The Brennemans are also firm believers Pizza Ranch will provide them an outlet to fulfill their passion of giving every guest a legendary experience. The Wentzville Pizza Ranch will not only provide pizza, chicken, salads and desserts, but it will also provide a FunZone arcade will be fun for all ages. The FunZone will include a variety of games, as well as a redemption prize counter with prizes big and small. “To have an area where the kids can hang out, have a great time, and win some prizes gives mom and dad a chance to relax and chat over our famous Cactus Bread!” said Abbey. The first of its kind in the St. Louis area, Pizza Ranch is different from other dining establishments in that its large buffet offers pizza, chicken, a fresh salad bar and dessert. Available for dine-in, carry out or delivery, catering options are also available.
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May 10: RecNite
The Renaud Center will host RecNite starting at 6 p.m. The evening will feature activities for the entire family, including a rock climbing wall, face painting and balloon artists, inflatable obstacle course, yard games, ninja training, dance fitness class and other activities to get you moving. Admission is free for all activities, and food and beverages will be available for purchase. The Renaud Center is offering a 10 percent savings for anyone who registers for annual membership on RecNite.
May 14: Free band concert
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The After Hours Community band is hosting their spring concert at 7:30 p.m.at Calvary Church- Mid Rivers Campus at 3998 Mid Rivers Mall Drive in St. Peters. The program will include exciting concert band literature for all tastes. All are welcome. For more information call Joyce at 636-946-7848 or visit ahcb.org.
Lift Disability Network will host A Celebration of Heroes from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at The Summit STL Church at 927 E. Terra Ln. in O’Fallon. During this free event there will be yard games, and meet local first responders and see their vehicles and equipment. There will also be a blood drive. At least 15 donors are needed to be signed up prior to May 18. Email Delaine (delaine@ liftdisability.net) or Jayme (jayme@liftdisability.net) to sign up for your preferred time slot. For more information call 314-390-1881.
May 14: Genealogy program
The St. Charles County Historical Society is offering a free genealogy program at 7 p.m. at The Katheryn Linnemann Library at 2323 Elm Street in St. Charles. The subject will be getting the most out of the free familysearch.org website. This program is open to the public. Register by phone 636723-0232 or www.youranswerplace. org.
May 18: Shred day
West Community Credit Union invites community residents to shred their personal documents for free. Onsite shredding will be provided at their O’Fallon branch located at 4161 Highway K in O’Fallon from 9 a.m. to noon. For a comprehensive list of what to shred, visit www.westcommunitycu. org or call 636-720-2400. Please note: The shredder truck cannot shred cardboard boxes.
May 22: Public works fair
Bring your toddlers and preschoolers ready to learn and discover at the city of O’Fallon’s Annual Public Works Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Ozzie Smith Sports Complex parking lot at 890 T.R. Hughes Blvd. This free, kid-friendly and educational event is open to the public, and will highlight how city services are provided for everyday activities, from driving on the streets, to taking a drink of water, to the trash and recycling trucks that pick up curbside disposals. All activities are free, including hot dogs, chips and water.
May 23: Blood drive
Caregivers Inn blood drive takes place from 3 – 7 p.m. at 1297 Feise Road in Dardenne Prairie. Receive one raffle ticket entry (to win a $100 gift certificate) when you register to donate. Enjoy a complimentary hot dog, chips and soda after your donation. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-7332767) to schedule an appointment or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: caregivers. For more information call 636-240-7979.
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25th Anniversary Celebration for Unity Church of Light takes place at 2809 Yale Blvd. in St. Charles from 2 – 4 p.m. If you have worshiped here in the past, you are welcome to join and help reminisce with past ministers and friends.
Sept. 13: Charity Golf Tournement
Fairwinds River’s Edge Retirement Community has teamed up with its sister property, The Landing of O’Fallon, and AW Health Care (their on-site home health care and therapy provider) to put on our second Charity Golf Tournament being held at Bear Creek Golf Course. Space is limited. The tournament will benefit the VFW National Home for Children, whose community is open to families of active-duty military personnel, veterans, and descendants of members of the VFW and its Auxiliary. $500 per team of four includes lunch, 18-hole play, dinner, and loads of fun. For more information contact Stacy Welker at 636754-2311 or swelker@leisurecare.com.
ONGOING EVENTS Mondays: Optimist Club meetings
The Wentzville/Lake St. Louis Optimist Club meets on the second and fourth Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Wentzville Schnuck’s meet-
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Mondays: Take off Pounds Sensibly
Take off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) meets every Monday from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Weigh-ins begin at 8:30 a.m. We meet at Memorial Hall in Blanchette Park at 1900 Randolph St. in St. Charles. For more information contact Joyce at 636-206-5306.
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TOPS meet every Monday at Holy Cross Lutheran Church at 8945 Veterans Memorial Hwy in O’Fallon. Meetings at 9:30 a.m. with weigh in beginning at 8:30 a.m. For more information please call Linda Wilcox at 636-447-9056.
Mondays: Parent support group
Because I Love You, (BILY), Gateway parent support group meets every Monday at 7:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church at 801 First Capitol Dr. in St. Charles. For information and directions, please contact the helpline at 314-993-7550 or email gateway_parent_help@yahoo.com. BILY is a program of self-help for parents of troubled children (all ages). We are not professionals, but parents helping each other. The meetings are free to attend.
Mondays: NAMI St. Louis Connection Recovery Support Group If you have mental health concerns and need support, please come on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. at Friedens United Church of Christ at 1703 Old Highway 94 South in St. Charles.
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Mondays: Choral Arts Singers practice
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: St.Charles County Council of the Blind meetings
Business meetings are held on the first Monday of each month (second Monday in September due to Labor Day) unless otherwise specified. No meetings are held in June, July, or December. Meetings are held in the Community Council Building (Second floor of the Spencer Branch Library) from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. For more information contact Beverly Kaskadden (Treasurer) at 636-561-6947.
Mondays: St. Peters Rotary Club
Noon at St. Peters City Hall, One St. Peters Centre Blvd. www.stpetersrotary.org.
feeding support group. We are open to all moms and moms-to-be who are breastfeeding or interested in breastfeeding. The group is supported by the St Charles County WIC program so there will be information about the program available at each meeting. Each meeting will be a little different than the last. There will be baby weigh-ins, introductions, games, interactive education, group conversation, and even snacks.
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Mondays and Wednesdays: Tai Chi for arthritis class
Every Monday and Wednesday a Tai Chi for arthritis class, sponsored by the city of St. Charles Parks and Recreation, takes place from 9:15 - 10 a.m. at Webster Park across from the Family Arena. This is a class that is taught nationally to manage arthritis and to prevent falls. For more information call 636-949-3372.
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Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays: Fitness First Exercise Class 9:30-10:30 a.m., American Legion Hall, 504 Luetkenhaus Blvd., Wentzville. 314-369-6521.
Mondays and Thursdays: Bridge
St. Peters Senior Center plays bridge from 9 a.m. to noon on Monday and Thursdays, and would love to have any player, regardless of skill level, to join in. Call Mary Ann at 636-397-0866 if you are interested in playing on Monday or Thursday morning.
Mondays: American Legion Post 388 Meets
Meets the fourth Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at American Legion Hall, 607 Westridge Dr., O’Fallon, 636-2190553.
Mondays: Measurement Mondays:
10 a.m. - 12 noon at the ST. Charles Health Deparment in the Upper Level Conference room. Measurement Mondays is a family-friendly breast-
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Discover Nature Girls Camp takes place July 8 at Busch Shooting Range
Photo courtesy Missouri Department of Conservation Campers get actively engaged in learning canoeing and water safety during MDC’s Discover Nature Girls Camp
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will be offering its ninth annual Discover Nature Girls Camp Monday, July 8 at the August A. Busch Shooting Range and Outdoor Education Center in Defiance. This is a free, full-day camp aimed at introducing girls, ages 11–15, to a range of outdoors
skills in a supportive learning environment. Girls should plan to arrive between 7:45 and 8 a.m. to check in and be picked up between 6:45 to 7:30 p.m. Participants spend a full day immersed in a hands-on outdoor skills education, including shooting firearms and archery equipment, walking through
a safety trail and learning treestand safety. Throughout the day, the girls will also have a chance to learn canoeing and kayaking basics, and water safety. They’ll navigate a geocache course challenge and learn all aspects of fishing from fish identification, casting, tying knots and cleaning fish to finally
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catching their own fish. Participants experience all of this in a group setting of their peers, taught by knowledgeable instructors who make participants comfortable to try new things. The goal of camp is to encourage all participants to leave with the confidence to explore Missouri’s diverse outdoors on their own. Discover Nature Girls Camp is free with equipment and lunch provided. The camp is limited to 60 girls between the ages of 11 to 15 years old. The first 60 applications received will be selected to attend. The Discover Nature Girls Camp is also seeking chaperones to assist with the camp. To apply, contact the MDC St. Louis Regional Office at 636441-4554 to request an application form. Applications must be completed and returned by May 15. The August A. Busch Shooting Range and Outdoor Education Center is located at 3550 Route D in Defiance, approximately five miles west of Highway 94.
JUNE 8TH 9 A.M. 12 NOON AGES 5 12 $25/CHILD A parent must accompany each child during the obstacle challenge.
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Recipe: How to create fresh spring flavors
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hen it comes to healthy eating, looking for nutrient-rich foods to include in your diet is one of the more important goals. However, when warmer weather is in full swing, it may be tricky to incorporate nourishing foods that are versatile enough for grilling season. For a keto- and paleo-friendly option ideal for
grilling, consider using asparagus to please your crowd. With its peak season typically running through May and June, this vegetable can provide a much-needed flare to your seasonal feasts and be eaten warm or cold in appetizers, salads, side dishes and more.
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Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Prep time: 5 minutes | Cook time: 8 minutes | Servings: 6-8
Ingredients: 1 pound asparagus olive oil 1 package uncooked bacon, thin sliced balsamic glaze (optional) salt, to taste pepper, to taste Directions: Wash asparagus and trim ends. Place asparagus on tray and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to coat. Wrap 2-3 spears with one slice bacon. Repeat with remaining asparagus and bacon. Heat grill to medium heat and clean grates.
Place asparagus bundles on grill and cook 3-4 minutes per side, or until bacon is crispy. During last minute of grilling, brush asparagus bunches with balsamic glaze, if
desired. Avoid adding glaze too soon or it may burn. Add salt and pepper, to taste.
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It’s about time for ‘Avengers: Endgame’
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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.
n the weeks leading up to “Avengers: Endgame,” movie fans were encouraged not to reveal any details so that everyone could enjoy the experience. Without giving too much away, a big part of the plot in this, the 22nd Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) release, is time travel. As the trailers show, Scott Lang (Paul Rudd) makes it back from the Quantum Realm and has possession of technology created by Hank Pym that may help restore the universe. In pop culture, time travel has typically been complicated and, at times, dangerous. H.G. Wells’ “The Time Machine” focused on a scientist who could travel into the past and future. Wells’ work was adapted for the big screen, most notably in 1964’s “The Time Machine” with Rod Taylor playing the lead role. In 1979, Nicholas Meyer wrote and directed “Time After Time,” an adventure where Wells himself travelled to contemporary San Francisco to stop Jack the Ripper. As the “Back to the Future” trilogy pointed out, though, messing around with time can create alternate timelines. Doc Brown warned Marty about knowing too much
presumably for the better. The U.S. National Security Agency created their own time machine in the “7 Days” TV series. Frank Parker (Jonathan LaPaglia) is recruited by the NSA to be a “chrononaut” that pilots a time travelling sphere. The fuel source for the machine is limited, so Frank’s journeys are limited to seven days and reserved for events of national importance. Frank’s attempts to ‘Avengers: Endgame’ photo courtesy Marvel Studios use his future knowledge for his own benefit typically go about future events, but Marty doesn’t listen. wrong, however. Actor Bill Murray found himself caught in In the original film, Marty’s accidental meddling almost wiped him and his siblings out a time loop that reportedly lasted for a deof existence. This is something the Avengers cade in “Groundhog Day.” Murray played must be aware of when they try to save the arrogant TV weatherman Phil Connors who relives Feb. 2 repeatedly. In some ways, his universe in “Endgame.” St. Louis native Scott Bakula starred in chronal prison feels like penance for his calthe much beloved NBC series “Quantum lous attitude, but he eventually learns to emLeap.” He played Sam Beckett, a scientific brace his unique situation. Speaking of time, “Avengers: Endgame” is genius who believes he can travel back and forth within his own lifetime. His technolo- three hours long, so when you go to see it, gy works…sort of. Sam can “leap” into other make sure to time your bathroom breaks acpeople’s lives in the past, but his memory is cordingly. CBS News recommends taking a damaged in the process. The show’s premise break when the action shifts to Scott Lang says that he leaps to correct things that once in San Francisco. They also recommend not went wrong. Timelines are changed here, leaving your seat in the final hour of the film.
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Crossword: Mother’s Day
‘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
A fate worse than death
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recently asked my husband to do the impossible: Climb Mount Everest blindfolded wearing stiletto heels while juggling hot coals. Actually, that was the second choice and he much preferred it to the first option I gave him – watch our two grandsons, ages two and four, for a few hours without my assistance. His anxieties are worse than a cat in a canoe. But too bad so sad because I had a pedicure appointment that could not be cancelled or I’d have to wait another month to get in. My caveman feet had been hibernating in layers of sweaty wool socks all winter long and if they were going to face the public in flip-flops they needed a complete overhaul. I was only going to be gone a few hours, but he was convinced he couldn’t handle it. “What am I supposed to do with them while you’re gone?” “Take them outside and let them play.” “Is that safe?”
“Of course; the entire yard is fenced in.” “Just let them outside? Do they know what to do?” “As far as what?” “As far as what to do outside.” “Yes, they are capable of entertaining themselves. Just sit and watch. It’s that simple.” “What about food?” “They’ve been fed.” “What if they want more food?” “Give them more food.” “What sort of food?” “Snacks: chips, cookies, ice cream anything. Now I’ve got to go!” “Wait! You’re really going? What if…you know, what if one of them does the unthinkable?” “Flushes your phone down the toilet?” “Worse.” “Deletes all the sports programs you’ve recorded on TV?” “Far much worse!” “I give up. What’s worse than either of those?” “You know. It starts with p and ends with p.”
By Cindy Moore “Paperclip?” “No.” “Parsnip?” “Keep going.” “This is stupid. Pop?” “Close. Add another O.” “Popo?!” “No, put it inside the p’s!” “P…oo…p? Poop! Oh sweet mother of insanity! You can handle a little diaper change.” He dropped to his knees and clung to my legs sobbing, “I’ll vomit. I swear! I’ll lose consciousness and then die after I vomit. Don’t go. I’ll buff your feet with my sander for free! Please say you’ll stay!” I cancelled my appointment. He should be nearing the summit of Mt. Everest anytime now. C i n d y 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. May occasion 5. ____ Tzu 8. Auto unit 11. Lyft alternative 12. “On Golden ____” 13. Zetkin of International Women’s Day fame 15. Forever and a day 16. “The Simpsons” palindrome 17. Angler’s decoys 18. *Mother, e.g. 20. Friend in war 21. Divided, it cannot stand? 22. Black gold 23. *Mother, e.g. 26. Like anti-cruelty proponents 29. “This land is your land...” 30. Loan shark 33. *Like Old Mother Hubbard’s cupboard 35. “Captain Marvel” genre 37. It also rises, in Spanish 38. Faulkner’s “As I Lay ____” 39. Ant construction 40. “Not my brother’s ____” 42. First Tudor monarch’s number
43. Meteorologist’s line 45. Battles royal 47. Modus operandi 48. Chocolate source 50. Barrymore or Carey 52. *Like grandmother on mother’s side 55. Like Al Yankovic 56. Gaelic 57. Joie de vivre 59. On pins and needles 60. *She played Zuzu’s mom in Christmas movie classic 61. Left to a Russian 62. Pastrami partner 63. Greek H 64. One quarter of a Presidential term DOWN 1. *School org. with moms (and dads) as members 2. Indian music 3. Farm team 4. Pool hall mishap 5. Powerball, e.g. 6. Playwright Chekhov 7. Perfume property 8. Lime-rich soil 9. Mouse to a snake 10. Fossil fuel 12. Accepted truths 13. Request to Geico
14. *Mother’s song 19. Tedium 22. “Days of ____ Lives” 23. *Delivery room word 24. Binary digits code 25. Train runners 26. *What many mothers want 27. Lacking guile 28. “Sesame Street” regular 31. Olympic cast-out 32. Future fish 34. Shining armor 36. *Form of thank you to mom 38. Gloomy and drab 40. Jared’s competitor 41. Hosted 44. Off-color 46. With nobody to call your own 48. Editor’s insert 49. Between harbors 50. Controvert 51. *Mother’s Day, e.g. 52. *Emmanuel Macron’s mom, e.g. 53. Toward shelter, nautically 54. Volcanic flow 55. “The Art of ____” 58. And not SEE ANSWERS ON PAGE 9