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Submitted photo St. Charles County Municipal Court Judge Joel Brett holds virtual hearings in his courtroom on Aug. 17. The St. Charles County Municipal Court is now offering a virtual court appearance option for defendants. The motivation of the virtual court appearance options to provide an alternative to help limit in-person appearances and for defendants who have health concerns during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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More and more, the ease and capability to carry out important tasks from inside your home continues to expand. A week’s worth of groceries, a major bank transaction, and in certain states, getting married can all be accomplished with a few keystrokes. Now, in St. Charles County, you can go to court and still be in your pajamas. The St. Charles County Municipal Court
is offering a virtual court appearance option for defendants. The court handles traffic violations issued by the St. Charles County Police Department and Missouri Highway Patrol, as well as cases involving violations of county ordinances. “I never thought we would do this at the municipal level,” Municipal Court Judge Joel Brett said. “Maybe it will become a trend and a positive option for the community, especially for those who may have transportation issues when it comes to get-
ting to court.” Brett said another motivation of the virtual court appearance option is to provide an alternative to help limit in-person appearances and for defendants who have health concerns during the COVID-19 pandemic. To participate in virtual court, defendants must have a computer or mobile device with a camera and microphone, and internet access. Once approved, defendants See ‘JUSTICE’ page 2
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‘JUSTICE’ from cover will receive a Zoom meeting invitation email containing a link to attend the virtual court appearance. Brett did say that defendants still have the option to appear in person. The St. Charles County Municipal Court is following all guidelines set by the State of Missouri Supreme Court, including conducting health screenings and temperature checks, requiring masks and allowing a limited number of defendants in the courtroom. The court is mailing notices about the availability of virtual court to defendants who have pending cases. Defendants will need to apply for this appearance option by completing the Defendant Virtual Court Appearance Request Form at sccmo.org/ MunicipalCourt at least seven days prior to the in-person court date assigned.
The virtual court appearance date issued is non-negotiable. If the defendant is unavailable for the assigned date, the defendant must appear on the in-person date. If the defendant has technical difficulties on the virtual court appearance date assigned, they must contact the court at 636-949-1833 immediately. Brett’s role in all of this is making sure the defendants are aware of their rights and that everything runs smoothly on the technical side. “We are hoping to provide a fair and impartial forum similar to what we do in person,” Brett said. “We anticipate some difficulties, from a technological standpoint, but for the most part the kinks have been worked out on that end.” The St. Charles County Courthouse is located at 399 Turner Boulevard in St. Peters. For more information, contact the St. Charles County Municipal Court at 636-949-1833 or munict@ sccmo.org.
Dardenne Prairie supports local artists with new public art display The city of Dardenne Prairie recently unveiled a new rotating art collection inside City Hall. Visitors will find artwork in public areas of the building. The city plans to have about 30 works of art on display. All items will be available for purchase. “This new art display builds on our tradition of offering cultural opportunities for our citizens,” said Mayor David C. Zucker. “The city of Dardenne Prairie has become known for hosting a variety of bands during our Summer Concert Series, highlighting area artisans at our annual Prairie Day event, and showcasing musical talent from area schools at our popular Tree of Lights holiday tree-lighting ceremony. We’re proud of our community’s artists and musicians, and grateful to be able to share that talent with visitors to Dardenne Prairie.” The Crossroads Arts Council will curate items for the display, which will feature work by local artists. The council will update the artwork on display periodically to ensure there’s always something new for visitors to city hall to enjoy. The cur-
rent display features work by nine local artists; items on display include graphic illustrations, glass work, traditional paintings and photography. The collection also includes an artists’ guide and contact information for purchasing works of art directly from the artists. Prices range from $100 to $500. “We welcome any area artist or art enthusiasts to be part of the council and would love to see our group exposure grow from this amazing partnership with the city of Dardenne Prairie,” said Sean Manning, CAC board member. “Anytime we can help to brighten a space while bringing a taste of local talent and culture into an area, there will be a benefit for both parties involved.” The CAC, which is based in Wentzville, works to cultivate, nurture and grow arts in the community by supporting local artists. The CAC offers numerous art shows and events throughout the year. Artists who are interested in being featured in future displays are encouraged to join the CAC. To learn more about the Crossroads
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Photo courtesy city of Dardenne Prairie The city of Dardenne Prairie recently unveiled a new rotating art collection inside City Hall. The city plans to have about 30 works of art on display. All items will be available for purchase.
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Stadium-style disc golf competitions planned Aug. 23 at Carshield Field Get ready to experience the game of disc golf in a whole new way at “Disc Golf at CarShield Field.” This exciting competition is being played at CarShield Field at 900 T.R. Hughes Blvd. in O’Fallon. The Prospect League baseball field will be transformed into a nine-hole disc golf course from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 23. Avid players and newcomers are invited to join in a day of fun. Presented by St. Charles County Parks and Recreation Department, St. Charles County Disc Golf Club, Smokin Aces Disc Golf and Gateway Disc Sports, guests of all ages and skill levels are invited to sign up and play disc golf on and around the baseball field and the stadium. Loaner discs and on-site mini games, as well as
putting, driving and cutting competitions will be available throughout the day. Morning and afternoon tee times are available with a break in between for lunch. Food and drinks, including alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase; no outside food and drink allowed. Admission to play is $25 and includes a putter and mid-range custom stamped discs that will be the only discs permitted to be used during the nine-hole rounds. Disc Golf CarShield Field is limited to 180 players and online registration is available until Friday, Aug. 21. Visit https:// bit.ly/DiscGolfCarshieldField to register or call the St. Charles County Parks and Recreation Department at 636-949-7535 for more information.
Good news for eligible St. Charles County workers affected by COVID-19 Low income or laid off workers in St. Charles County affected by COVID-19 may be eligible to receive up to $4,000 each for training to enhance their skills, thanks to funding from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The Missouri Job Center of St. Charles County, located at 212 Turner Blvd. in St. Peters, has received $458,000 in CARES funding to pay for short-term training for residents who qualify. Workers must be at least 18 years old, eligible to work in the United States, and classify as low income (fall below the federal poverty guidelines within the past 6 months) or be laid off from work to qualify. Courses can be either
virtual or in-person and includes training for computer science, cyber security, truck diving, nursing, paralegal studies, phlebotomy, medical assisting, and more. To be eligible for funding, training programs must be on the Missouri Eligible Training Provider list, which can be found on MoSCORES at https://scorecard.mo.gov/ Search, and training must be started by Oct. 31. Additional funds to supplement training costs may be available through the Missouri Job Center. For more information, contact the Missouri Job Center at 636-255-6060 or email workforce@sccmo.org.
St. Charles County Vital Records program reopens for Missouri birth, death certificates After closing briefly to temporarily relocate the St. Charles County Department of Public Health, the department’s Vital Records program reopened on Aug. 11. Certified printed copies of Missouri birth and death records can be obtained from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, at the temporary facility, located at 1551 Wall Street in St. Charles. Immediate family members can request birth records for those born in Missouri since 1920 and death certificates for those whose death occurred in Missouri since 1980. Request applications are available at the Vital Records department or online at sccmo.org/VitalRecords. Copies of birth certificates are $15 each, and death certificates are $13 for one copy and $10 for each additional death certificate copy ordered at the same time. Please note: Effective Aug. 28, the charge for death records will increase to $14 for the first copy and $11 for additional certificates ordered at the same time. St. Charles County accepts cash, money orders,
checks (with proper identification) and credit/ debit cards (an additional fee applies) for payment of these records. To obtain a copy of a birth or death certificate, an applicant must present a document containing a photo identification — such as a driver’s license, passport, or school, work or military badge. If an applicant does not have a photo ID, at least two alternate forms of identification must be presented. These documents must include the applicant’s name, and the name of the company or organization issuing the document. The Department of Public Health relocated to the Wall Street address last month while building improvements are made to the office on Boones Lick Road in St. Charles. The improvements are needed to reduce opportunities for direct, face-to-face interaction and the spread of infection while receiving services. The modifications will take several months to complete. For more information, please call 636-9497558.
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Residents/businesses in the city of St. Charles with flood damage reminded of permit requirements As a property owners in the city of St. Charles contemplating clean up and repairs following recent flooding, the City Floodplain Administrator’s office is reminding residents/business owners to obtain local permits before repairing or rebuilding flood-damaged structures. The permits are required as part of local government participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), providing eligibility for flood insurance, flood disaster assistance, state and federal grants and loans and buyout funds for flood-prone property. Local floodplain management ordinances require that permits be obtained for any construction or development activity in a floodplain area, including the repair or reconstruction of structures damaged by flooding. If you are not in a regulatory floodplain, permits may still be required. Special conditions apply to substantially damaged buildings – those in which the total cost of repairs is 50 percent or more of the structure’s preflood market value. If a building is found to be substantially damaged and in a regulatory floodplain, regulations require that repairs not begin until compliance with local floodplain ordinance is demonstrated. In some cases, that may require
repairs that include elevating or flood-proofing the structure to reduce the potential for future flood damage. Repair costs must be calculated by assuming the building will be fully repaired to its pre-damaged condition, even if the owner decided to do less. The total cost calculation must include structural material; finish material and labor, even if the owner chooses to do his or her own repairs. Under the NFIP, the Increased Cost of Compliance or ICC program may provide additional financial assistance to either elevate or remove flood damaged structures from the floodplain. Owners who have NFIP coverage are eligible to receive ICC benefits if the local official determines that their structure is located in the floodplain has been substantially damaged by a flood. Property owners, residents and business owners located in a regulatory floodplain and with flood-damaged buildings should contact John Boyer, Planning Manager/Floodplain Administrator at 636-949-3222 or via email at john.boyer@stcharlescitymo.gov for more information on inspections, repair and floodplain development permits.
Inspiration Corner: When disordered eating destroys “At one moment I must have had in my hands – gathered there within a space of five minutes – about 4,000 gulden. That, of course, was the proper moment for me to have departed, but there arose in me a strange sensation as of a challenge to Fate – as of a wish to deal her a blow on the cheek, and to put out my tongue at her. Accordingly, I set down the largest stake allowed by the rules – namely, 4,000 gulden – and lost.” The Gambler by Fyodor Dostoyevsky An eating disorder is a lot like roulette. One moment we feel like we are winning and the next – we’ve lost it all. The thrill of placing our bet is one of the most exhilarating feelings in the world. The craving begins and the plan unfolds – often in a matter of seconds. We know we shouldn’t, but the compulsion is too strong. The need to consume is too great. Let the binge begin! Men are not immune to this phenomenon. A friend of mine recently confided that once he starts to eat, he can’t stop. Worse, he is a performer and faces a lot of pressure to have a perfect physique. If he gains 10 pounds, it may as well be 50. He relies on intermittent fasting to stay “in shape.” Another friend has a son with anxiety. The young man restricts food and has historically been under weight. He sought counseling to resolve the issues that drove him to unhealthy behaviors. The prevalence of food-related disorders is the seedy underbelly of obese America. We mask our illhealth with a slender shape and therefore avoid the real issues that plague our souls. Sadly, no one sees us playing roulette. If they could, they would know the loneliness is crippling.
When the shadow of food addiction falls over our face, we must not despair. The cold, dark, void shall not slay us! Yes, we are afflicted. Yes, we are weak and feel the awful weight of our choices bearing down upon us. But God will rescue us if we cry out to him. He delights to help and heal us. He can change our hearts, and in turn our bodies, if we surrender our souls to Him. “Thy love to me, O God, not mine, O Lord, to thee, can rid me of this dark unrest, and set my spirit free.” – Horatius Bonar This may sound too good to be true. After all, the sheer volume of people with eating disorders proves something in our culture is terribly broken. Namely; we value the body more than we do the Spirit. But God places the highest value on the soul. Ten years ago, I surrendered my eating disorder to Christ and asked him to heal me. I have developed healthy habits, and in the process, learned to really trust him. He also sent people to breathe hope into me and he will do the same for you. For more inspiration, follow my blog: www.destinationdiscipline.com.
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Missouri Film Series featured at St. Charles County Heritage Museum The “Missouri Film Series: A Local Documentary Showcase” returns to the St. Charles County Heritage Museum at 1630 Heritage Landing in St. Peters on select Thursdays in September, October and November. This season’s lineup features three powerful documentaries about identity, regionalism and diversity in Missouri communities which premiered in St. Louis and were shown at SXSW and the Sundance Film Festival. After each of the screenings at the Heritage Museum, participants are invited to share their stories and engage in a discussion. The list of featured films are as follows: •
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Sept. 10 from 7:30 – 10 p.m.: “We Always Lie to Strangers: The Incredible True Story of Branson, Missouri.” Set against the backdrop of Branson, Missouri, one of the biggest tourist destinations in America, is a story of four families, community, music and tradition. An Ozark Mountain town of just 10,500, Branson hosts more than 7.5 million tourists a year and generates nearly $3 billion in annual tourism revenue. At the heart of Branson’s appeal is the more than 100 staged music shows that earned the town the moniker, “The Live Music Capital of the World.” Crowds from around the country, particularly from the Midwest, flock to Branson for this “return to old fashioned values.” Oct. 29 from 7:30 – 10 p.m.: “Walking Man” After a Missouri high school loses three students to suicide, Mark Norwine, a St. Charles health advocate, embarks on a 200mile walk across the state, seeking to educate students and better understand the epidemic. Mark is joined by his son, Eric, but when the road proves difficult, father and son must confront their own mental health struggles, which they’ve kept secret for so
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Nov. 14 from 6 – 8 p.m.: “Spanish Lake” Directed by a former resident of the Spanish Lake community, this film examines how the area, located in north St. Louis County, rapidly transformed from a white suburb into a mostly black one after the notorious St. Louis housing project called Pruitt-lgoe closed. Many of the “Lakers” placed blame for the white flight and desegregation that happened to this tight-knit community on the government. The themes of the film parallel America’s growing political divide, underlying racism and rise of anti-government sentiment.
Due to adult themes and language, the series is open to participants age 14 and older. Admission is free, but pre-registration is required for each film. To reserve a seat, call the museum at 636255-6000 or visit the St. Charles County Parks and Recreation Department’s website at stccparks.org and click on “Activity Registration,” then choose the film or films of your choice. If the weather is suitable, the showings on Sept. 10 and Oct. 20 may be moved outdoors; guests must pass a temperature check to enter the museum.
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Cullinan Properties announces the opening of two unique pop-up shops at Streets of St. Charles. Craft Co. and Ju Ju B’s Boutique recently opened as part of a growing trend in retail, where temporary spaces are used to introduce new concepts or businesses to the public. Craft Co., opened by Nicole Simon, Play Street Museum’s St. Charles franchise owner, offers children the opportunity to explore their sense of creativity and independence through art. As an expansion of Play Street Museum, the pop-up expands on a process already included in the Play Street experience called “process art,” which allows children to develop their own creations. It is more about the creation, imagination, and development rather than the final art project. At Craft Co., children use recycled and new materials as tools to make, explore, and create their own works of art. Craft Co. is open next to U-Swirl on Beale Street. “We developed this space for children to be able to create in a socially distant environment. It’s a great complement to Play Street Museum, adding to our mission of exploration through play,” stated Simon. Ju Ju B’s Boutique is a locally owned women’s fashion boutique that became a reality when two friends, Julie Cullinane and Beth Butchko, began their journey into retail fashion in 2005 opening their Chesterfield
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store, which also houses a salon. The new Streets of St. Charles pop-up, located between Picasso’s Coffee and Supercuts, carries trendy and unique apparel, shoes, accessories, jewelry, scarves, intimates and more. Ju Ju B’s focuses on a great customer experience by helping each person find fashion to fit their lifestyle. Julie Cullinane, Ju Ju B’s co-owner stated, “We’ve toyed with the idea of expansion over the years and for the 15th anniversary of Ju Ju B’s in Chesterfield, we decided to spread our wings by opening a pop-up boutique. We figured there was no better place than at Streets of St. Charles, where we have shared so many enjoyable times at Prasino, Picasso’s Coffeehouse and Orange Theory Fitness!” The pop-up shop trend was originally introduced to the re-
tail landscape in large cities as early as the 1990’s and is growing in popularity. Forbes Magazine reports the pop-up trend is here to stay. Patricia Kueneke, Sr. Leasing Representative for Cullinan Properties states, “The pop-up shop is a national trend that is spreading quickly, in physical storefronts, on-line and even with established retailers looking to broaden their customer base. A retailer opens a pop-up, or temporary store, for a month or several months. This can lead to a permanent lease which is a win-win for the retailer, the customers and the landlord. We are excited to continue to explore this trend at Streets of St. Charles.” Streets of St. Charles hosted the Missouri Artists on Main pop-up during the 2019 holiday season.
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This month of August, Easterseals Midwest has partnered with On the Run for its 12th annual All Stars for Autism campaign. Through Aug. 31, participating On the Run and Dirt Cheap convenience store customers can round up for autism at the register or make a cash donation. “Every August, our All Stars for Autism campaign gives St. Louisans a way to support their friends, neighbors and fellow community members living with autism. This year, we're making it even easier to donate by simple rounding up at the register,” said Jeanne Marshall, Executive Vice President of Services and CPO at Easterseals Midwest. “Having a child with autism can cost a family $60,000 a year. The proceeds from All Stars for Autism help provide the therapy,
education, and support services that are so very needed right now.” Since 2008, On the Run has been creating a buzz around autism. When the All Stars for Autism awareness-raising and fundraising campaign first started, one in every 100 child was diagnosed with autism. Today, one in 54 are diagnosed, and On the Run’s support of children and families impacted by autism has become even more vital. From Aug. 1 through Aug. 31, community members have the opportunity to be an "All Stars for Autism” by visiting any one of the participating 66 On the Run, Dirt Cheap, and U-Gas locations in Missouri and Illinois by rounding up for autism or making a cash donation.
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On Aug. 4, St. Charles County residents passed Proposition Community College, a $30 million no-tax increase bond issue. The bond issue passed with more than 67 percent of the vote. “We are proud and humbled to have such overwhelming support from the community in passing our bond initiative,” said Barbara Kavalier, Ph.D., SCC president. “A significant part of our budget is supported by the citizens of St. Charles County, and we want to thank voters for their continued support of SCC.” Proposition Community College consists of four main initiatives which include the modernization and expansion of facilities needed to meet the needs of students in areas of workforce/technical training, STEM education, student support services and campus safety. The adjusted debt service levy of the St. Charles Community College is estimated to remain unchanged from the current debt service levy of $.0440 per one hundred dollars assessed valuation of real and personal property. More information can be found about Prop CC at stchas.edu/propcc.
Pending an agreement with the Fort Zumwalt Education Association, which represents teachers in the district, the Fort Zumwalt School District Board of Education voted unanimously to delay the start of the 2020-2021 school year to Aug. 31. The decision was made at a special meeting Aug. 10 and could be finalized at the regular meeting scheduled for Aug. 17. Plans remain in place to return to in-person learning five days a week for nearly 80 percent of the district’s 18,000 students, with modifications to every aspect of the school day in place. The approximately 20 percent of students registered for FZ Virtual, the fulltime virtual option in which families could enroll until July 31, was higher than had been indicated in early summer surveys. Accommodating the schedules, especially for high school students, has resulted in a full reconstruction of schedules for all high school students. The delay will provide counselors and building administrators time to work with families in a best effort to accommodate student course requests. It will also provide additional preparation time for teachers and staff.
Two WSD teachers named Missouri Physical Education Teachers of the Year Ami Schulte, a physical education teacher at Timberland High School, has been named the 2020 High School Physical Education Teacher of the year, and Jen Werner, a physical education teacher at Wentzville Middle School, has been named the 2020 Middle School Physical Education Teacher, by the Missouri Society of Health and Physical Educators (MOSHAPE). This marks the third consecutive year that the top middle school physical education award in the state was granted to a teacher from Wentzville Middle, and the second in three years that it went to a Timberland teacher. Schulte has worked for the
WSD for 18 years, and her dedication has paid off with this award. She said it’s like the Confucius quote where you choose a job you love and you will never have to work a day in your life. Schulte said, “I am truly blessed to work with the amazing students and staff at Timberland. It is so rewarding to share my passion for fitness and outdoor adventures.” Last year was Werner’s first year in the WSD, having previously worked in Wright City for 14 years. “My current team at WMS has guided me in helping our students become physically literate individuals who rec-
ognize the value of physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self-expression and social interaction,” Werner said. “Earning this award is an honor, and reflects entirely upon the support and guidance from both my present and past coworkers, students, administration, community, and many physical educators.” Schulte and Werner were to receive their awards at the annual MOSHAPE Convention; however, like so many other events, the convention has been postponed and MOSHAPE will notify award recipients once details have been confirmed. Schulte and Werner are now eligible for
Photos courtesy Wentzville School District (Left) Ami Schulte, a physical education teacher at Timberland High School, has been named the 2020 High School Physical Education Teacher of the year by the Missouri Society of Health and Physical Educators. (Right) Jen Werner, a physical education teacher at Wentzville Middle School, has been named the 2020 Middle School Physical Education Teacher by the Missouri Society of Health and Physical Educators.
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The events listed in this section are the latest updates as of press time, please check with individual sites for the most up to date cancellations and reschedule info. EVENTS Oct. 5: Golf tournament
Operation Food Search, a nonprofit hunger relief organization, will host its 27th annual Swing to Heal Hunger golf tournament presented by Ascension Health with registration beginning at 11 a.m. and a shotgun start at noon. The tournament will be held at WingHaven Country Club, located at 7777 Winghaven Blvd. in O’Fallon. Tickets – which are $300 per golfer or $1,200 per team of four golfers – include 18 holes with a golf cart, golf goodie bag, lunch, dinner and an auction. Proceeds will go toward ending childhood hunger and family food insecurity in the St. Louis bi-state region. For ticket details or to become a sponsor, call 314-726-5355 or visit http://www.OperationFoodSearch.org.
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 IHOP, 10 Layla Lane, Wentzville, MO.. For more information contact Ed Jurotich at 314560-1868.
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.
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10 a.m. - 12 noon at the ST. Charles Health Deparment in the Upper Level Conference room. Measurement Mondays is a family-friendly breastfeeding 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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A diabetes support group meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month except November and December from 6:30 7:30 p.m. at 400 Medical Plaza, Suite 102 in Lake St. Louis. A new speaker each month. Questions? Call Amanda Meyer at 636-625-5447.
If you have mental health concerns and need support, please come on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Grace United Church of Christ at 8326 Mexico Rd. in St. Peters.
Mondays and Wednesdays: Tai Chi for arthritis class
Tuesdays: Kiwanis Club of St. Charles
If you have a family member or friend who is having mental health concerns there is a support group for you. It meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Grace United Church of Christ at 8326 Mexico Rd. in St. Peters.
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Mondays: NAMI St. Louis Con nection 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: Seasoned eye carvers meeting
Meetings are held from 9 to 11 a.m. at the St. Charles Senior Citizens Center at 1455 Fairgrounds (near the Bass Pro Shop). Visitors are always welcome. For more information visit http:// www.stcharlesareawoodcarvers.com/ or contact Charles Sapp at cwsapp@ charter.net.
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.
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,
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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.
Tuesdays: Women’s AA weekly meeting
Candlelighters Women in Recovery meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Dardenne Prairie Presbyterian Church (enter at Adam Lamb pre-School, turn left) at 7400 South Outer 364 at the corner with Bryan Road.
Tuesdays: Cribbage Club
Cottleville Weldon Spring Kiwanis Club meets the first Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. and the third Tuesday of the month at 11 a.m. Both meetings are at Rack House Kitchen Wine Whiskey. New club looking for new members who want to better our community. Contact Christy at 314583-0538.
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12:05 p.m. at Ginghams Homestyle Restaurant, 1566 Country Clcub Plaza Drive, in St. Charles. Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time. The group is looking for new members who want to better our community and help its youth. If you are interested in making a positive impact in St. Charles for generations to come, please come for lunch. For more information call 636206-2483. You can also visit http://stcharleskiwanis.com.
Tuesdays: Quilting Guild at the O’Fallon Family YMCA
1-4 p.m. Free. Quilt for local charities. No sewing experience required.
Meets every Tuesday, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. at The Falls Golf Course Clubhouse. Relaxed, friendly play and is open to all. Call 314-779-6892 for more information.
Tuesdays: Toastmasters Meeting
Tuesdays: Seniors group
Tuesdays: St. Louis Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association Male Caregiver Experience
Please join us on the third Tuesday of each month from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. for a gathering for senior adults. There will be lunch (no charge), cards and bingo (no charge), community program referrals, occasional health and wellness presentations and clergy available upon request. The event takes place at Church of the Transfiguration at1860 Lake St. Louis Blvd. in Lake Saint Louis. For more information call 636-5618951.
Tuesdays: Optimist Club meeting The St. Charles Optimist Club meets Tuesdays at noon at Pio’s Restaurant. For more information contact Jack Ross at 314-287-0569 or jack-ross@ att.net.
Tuesdays: Cribbage
Looking for an evening out? Come and play cribbage Tuesdays at 6 p.m. at Rookies at 15358 Veterans Memorial Pkwy in Wentzville. Win prizes and awards with semiannual tournaments. ACC sanctioned. For more information contact Dee at 636-233-8032.
7 p.m. at the Midwest Bank Centre Board Room at 2299 Technology Blvd., O’Fallon, MO 63368. Info: 636379-2505.
The group meets on third Tuesday of every month from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Alzheimer’s Chapter Office at 9370 Olive Blvd. For more information about Alzheimer’s disease, support, or the Male Caregiver Experience, please call the Alzheimer’s Association’s 24/7 Helpline at 800-272-3900 or visit www. alz.org/stl. Registration is requested before the first meeting.
Tuesdays: Social club for widows and widowers
On the first and third Tuesday of each month a social club for widows and widowers meets at 7 p.m. at St. John’s United Church of Christ at Fifth and Jackson Streets in St. Charles. On the first Tuesday there are refreshments and on the third Tuesday there is either a speaker or entertainment. The group also goes to breakfast, lunch and dinner monthly, and has a pot luck dinner each month.
Tuesdays: Monthly veterans coffee
Veterans from all branches of service are invited to the Wentzville Green Lantern Senior Center at 506 S. Linn Ave. in Wentzville on the second Tuesday of each month from 9 – 10:30 a.m. for coffee, pastries and camaraderie. Come meet with fellow veterans who served our country and share your experience.
Tuesdays: NAMI St. Louis Connection Recovery Support Group
Tuesdays: NAMI St. Louis Family Support Group
Tuesdays: Dardenne Presbyterian Church Basketball
8-9:30 p.m., in the Christian Life Center, 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie. Open to high school and adult men.
Tuesdays: Central Missouri Railroad Association meeting
This unique organization is for railroad modelers, railfans, photographers and railroad retirees with layouts in O, HO, N hoping to add G scales. Meetings are on second Tuesdays of the month from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Warrenton Masonic Lodge. For more info call 636-279-5522 or 636-456-0776 or visit our Facebook page.
Tuesdays: Cancer support group
Cancer Companions Support Group is a support group for any cancer patient in treatment or post treatment, their caregiver and their loved ones that meets on the second Tuesday of each month at Dardenne Presbyterian Church at 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie at 7 p.m. in the parlor. Registration is not required.
Tuesdays: Show-me Stitchers Embroiderer’s Guild of America Meets at 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month at the Ladue Chapel. Info: www.showmestitchers.com.
Tuesdays: O’Fallon Garden Club
Meets at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month at Sunrise Methodist Church, 7116 Twin Chimney Blvd. Info: Barb at 636.978.5930. Club does not meet in August or November.
Tuesdays: St. Charles American Legion Post 312 spaghetti dinner.
5pm, St. Charles American Legion Post 312, 2500 Raymond Drive in St. Charles on the last Tuesday of the month. $6 per person. For more information call Post 312 at 636-947-7666.
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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! Tuesdays and Thursdays: Tai Chi at the St. Charles County Family YMCA 10:15-11:15 a.m. No experience necessary. 636-928-1928.
Tuesdays and Thursdays: Get Fit Exercise Classes
9-10 a.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church Hall, New Melle. 314-369-6521.
Wednesdays: Food pantry
Food pantry open Wednesdays to the public from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Cornerstone UMC at 1151 Tom Ginnever Ave. in O’Fallon. Bread, canned goods other necessities.
Wednesdays: Veterans Coffee Talk
Veterans from all branches of the service are invited to attend “Coffee Talk” every Wednesday at. 9 a.m. at Grace Baptist Church, 3601 Ehlmann Rd. in St. Charles (Take I-70 to the Cave Springs exit). We will have applications for VA health care, applications for the honor flight, reports from local American Legion and VFW halls and lots of good comradery. Come join us for free coffee and donuts and enjoy an hour with your fellow veterans.
Wednesdays: St. Charles Area Wood Carvers
Meetings are held from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Hollenbeck Middle School at 4555 Central School Road in St. Charles. Visitors are always welcome. For more information visit http://www. stcharlesareawoodcarvers.com/ or contact Charles Sapp at cwsapp@charter. net.
Wednesdays: Marine Corp League meeting
On the first Wednesday of each month the St. Charles County Marine Corps League meets at the American Legion 313 old town St. Peters at 7:30 p.m. All Marines and FMF Corpsmen are welcome. For more information visit www. stcharlesmarine.org.
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Gateway Bass ‘n Gals all women’s bass club has monthly meetings the first Wednesday of every month at JJ’s Restaurant at 1215 S. Duchesne Dr. in St. Charles at 7 p.m. Women of any fishing level please come and check out our women-only fishing club.
Wednesdays: Crossroads Cribbage Club
Meets at 1380 Boone St., at 12 p.m. in Troy. 636-528-8379.
Wednesdays: Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS)
Take Off Pounds Sensibly meets every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. in the United Methodist Church at 725 N. Wall St. in Wentzville. TOPS is a national non-profit weight-loss organization that supports its members in attaining their goal weight. There is no cost for the first meeting. All are welcome.
Wednesdays: Men’s Golf League
Wednesdays, April - October. 5 p.m.,
tee off at 5:30 p.m. at Heritage of Hawk Ridge. For more information, contact the Lake St. Louis Community Association at 636-625-8276.
Wednesdays: Charity Bingo
6:45pm, Doors open at 5 p.m. VFW Post 5077 sponsors, at VFW Hall, 8500 Veterans Mem. Pkwy., O’Fallon. 636272-1945 or www.vfwpost5077.org.
Wednesdays: Yoga at The St. Charles County Family YMCA 6-6:55pm Any level. Info: 636-9281928.
Wednesdays: Hope & Healing
5-6pm, Dardenne Presbyterian Rock Church, 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie on the first Wednesday of the month. Unique service of music, worship, and prayer for those in need of hope and healing.
Wednesdays: St. Charles Area Wood Carvers
7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Meetings are held at the Hollenbeck Middle School at 4555 Central School Road, St. Charles, Missouri on the first and third Wednesday of the month. Visitors are always welcome! For more information check the club web site: www.stcharlesareawoodcarvers.com/ or contact Charles Sapp.
Wednesdays: Take Off Pounds Sensibly
Take Off Pounds Sensibly meets every Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the parish hall of Chapel of the Cross Lutheran Church at 907 Jungermann Rd. in St. Peters. TOPS is a national non-profit weightloss organization that supports its members in attaining their goal weight. There is no cost for the first meeting. All are welcome. Weigh-ins begin at 9 a.m. Contact Judy Bauer at 636-541-2263 for further information.
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For more information, call President, Lisa Muncy at 636-240-0912.
Thursdays: Optimist Club meetings
The O’Fallon Optimist Club meets on the second and fourth Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at Bank of Old Monroe T.R. Hughes Blvd. in O’Fallon. For more information, contact CyndySchwab at 636-544-0102.
Thursdays: Lions Club meetings
St. Charles Lions Club meets every second and fourth Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at 1144 S Benton Street in St. Charles. Contact Art for more info at 636-441-1831. New members are welcome.
3rd Thursday: Fleur de Lis Garden Society
Meets third Thursday of the month (except December), 6:00 pm at the McClay Library in St. Charles. Info: www.fleurdelisgardensociety.org;
3rd Thursdays: Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 458 Meeting
7pm, Amvets Post 106, 360 Brown Rd in St. Peters. Those who served in any branch between 1962 and 1975 are welcome.
Every Thursday: Dardenne Presbyterian Church Quilters
9am-2pm, Dardenne Presbyterian Church, 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie. Members do hand quilting to quilts of any size for donation that is given to various church supported charities. No experience is necessary to join the group. For more information, contact Brenda Kenny at 636.240.3753.
Every Thursday: Kiwanis Club of St. Peters 6:30am at IHOP (3851 Veteran’s Memorial Pkwy St. Peters).
3rd Thursday of each month: Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 458 meetings
7pm, Amvets Post 106, 360 Brown Rd in St. Peters.
2nd and 4th Thursdays: Lions Club meetings
St. Charles County Lions Club meets second and fourth Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at 1144 S Benton in St. Charles. New members welcome.
Every Friday: Moms Play Group
Every Friday: VFW Fish Fry
Fridays: Bingo
The American Legion Post 312, located at 2500 Raymond Dr. in St. Charles hosts bingo, every Friday night. This is a non-smoking hall with games starting at 6:15 p.m. and includes two progressive bingo games per night. See more at www.alpost312mo.org
Every Saturday: Chess
9-12 at Middendor-Kredell Library on Hwy K.
Every Saturday: Veterans Learn guitar for FREE
9:30am in Historic St. Charles. Info: Bill Dennis at 314.479.5750.
Every Saturday: Peaceful Puppy Mill Protest
11am - 12:30pm at Petland, 6131 Ronald Reagan Drive, Lake St. Louis. banmo.puppymills@yahoo.com.
Second and Fourth Saturday of the month: Charitable bingo
Meets at JJ’s Restaurant in O’Fallon at 12 noon, except third Thursday the group meets at 6 p.m. Info: www.ofkiwanis.com.
Bingo starts at 6:30 p.m., doors open at 4 p.m. at the Wentzville Community Club located at 500 West Main in Wentzville. For more information visit www.wentzvillecommunityclub.com or www.facebook.com/wentzville-community-club
Thursdays: Lions Club meeting
Every Thursday: Rotary Club meeting
Saturdays: Fruehschoppen Samstag Verein (FSV)
Thursdays: TOPS meeting
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Club 661 Wentzville holds meetings every Thursday in room 21 at The United Methodist Church of Wentzville, 725 Wall Street. Weigh ins at 9:30, meetings begin at 10 a.m. For more information call 314-650-1014.
Thursdays: O’Fallon Rotary Club meetings
O’Fallon Rotary Club meets from 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. at Rendezvous Café & Wine Bar at 217 S. Main St. in O’Fallon every Thursday. Visitors are always welcome.
Every Thursday: Active Older Adults Game Day at the O’Fallon Family YMCA 10a.m. - 2 p.m. in the Family Hall. Free for members. Bring a favorite snack to share. Anybody welcome.
2nd and 4th Thursdays: Alexander Chapter #242 Order of the Eastern Star Meetings
7:30pm, St. Charles Masonic Lodge, 2051 Collier Corporate Parkway in St. Charles.
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3-8pm VFW Post 2866. 66 VFW Lane. Call Bill Sams, 636.724.9612.
Every Thursday: Kiwanis Club of O’Fallon
7:30am, The Rendezvous Café at 217 South Main St. in O’Fallon. We welcome existing and potential members to visit and have breakfast with us. www.ofallonmo.rotary-clubs.org
8am, Dardenne Presbyterian Church, 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie. Volunteer labor needed to provide the needy in our community with adequate living accommodations. Continental breakfast, safety instructions, and job assignments provided before work begins.
10am at LSL Community Association, 100 Cognac Ct., Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367. 314.479.0306, andreacrislip@ gmail.com or www.lslmothersclub. com.
On the first Thursday of each month, American Legion Post 323 meets at 7:30 p.m. at the American Legion Hall at 504 Luetkenhaus Blvd. in Wentzville. For more information call 636-3276060.
Wentzville Outreach Lions Club meets the second Thursday of the month at Schnucks at 1960 Wentzville Pkwy in Wentzville at 6 p.m. Contact Jimmy Butler at 314-780-5629 or Lisa Alexander at 314-258-1069 for more information.
3rd Saturdays: Restore St. Charles Work Day.
Last Saturday of every month Fruehschoppen Samstag Verein (FSV) meets at 11 a.m. at Bar Louie in St. Charles. Wir treffen uns auf ein Bier (und vielleicht Mittagessen), und geniessen ein Gespräch auf deutsch. We’re meeting for a beer (and maybe lunch), and enjoying a conversation in German. April, June and September meetings are held at different locations. See https://www.facebook.com/groups/472022532983525/
1st & 3rd Saturday: St Peters Square Dance Club Dances
Pre ropund dance fom 7 - 7:30 p.m., dancing from 7:30 - 10 p.m. 1st United Methodist Church, 801 First Capital Dr. www.squaredancemissouri.com/ Missouri/St.Louis
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Sports you see with Gary B... Ambush announce dance team for 2021 The St. Louis Ambush play in the Major Arena Soccer League with home games at the Family Arena in St. Charles. After a shortened 2020 season, the team is hopefully looking to get the league started in a few months. Several additions and signings have happened over the past months to make the team even better and more competitive. Majority owners Shelly and Will Clark and co-owner Jeff Locker have been very busy in these unusual times to complete all the changes. In the mean time, the team has compiled the new Bombshells Dance Team members for 2021.
The Veteran young ladies include: Ashley P., Leshay M., Megan S., Shayla G., Zoe S., Kate W., Elizabeth E. and Joll W. The rookies that will be part of the squad will be: Molly L., Michelle S., Bailey W., Miku T. and Madelyn S. For more information go to www.STLAmbush.com *Look forward to see the team in action as well Volleyball team at Lindenwood excel on court and in classroom Lindenwood University women’s volleyball has received the 2019-20 USMC/AVCA Team Academic Award for the program’s excellence, both on the court and in their studies.
The award is presented to women’s volleyball teams that finish the academic year with a team GPA of 3.30 or higher. Several student-athletes, as well as the team itself, have secured academic honors over the course of 2019-20. The team was awarded the 2019-20 GEICO Team Academic All-GLVC for achieving higher than a 3.30 GPA throughout the academic year. Hannah Borchelt, Laura Brookman, Kaitlyn Chan, Emma Engelbrecht, Kat Finnerty, Jenna Garrett, Annalise Harry, Jessica Hausdorf, Taylor Mooers, Alexa Pressley, Mariah Ross, Maider Sancho, Makenna Schmitt, Mackenzi Sifuentes, Haley Sigel, Sarah Stretch, Abby Vulich, Sara Wagenknecht, and
Kelly Wilson were all recipients of the 2019-20 GEICO Academic All-GLVC individual honor. Borchelt, Brookman, Engelbrecht, Finnerty, Harry, Schmitt, Vulich, and Wagenknecht all secured 2019-20 Brother James Gaffney Distinguished Scholar honors, which is presented to student-athletes who complete the academic year with a 4.0 GPA. For more information go to www.LindenwoodLions.com *Athletic and smart O’Fallon Hoots Baseball completes short season The Hoots play in the Prospect Wood Bat League with home games at the CarShield Field in O’Fallon.
Out of the 13 teams in the league, six of them played a shorten season from July 2 to Aug. 14. Terri’s Networking Group had the opportunity to see a double header last Wednesday sharing in all the excitement of baseball with many other Hoots fans. Social distancing was achieved all evening with all the fans in the seats and at the concession stands. Much thanks go out to General Manager David Schmoll and his crew for organizing the event that many really need during these unusual time in life. Group experience manager Jake McGillicuddy coordinated Terri’s group to perfection by handling the many tickets and wristbands among the group. Look forward to seeing the O’Fallon Hoots in 2021 with their exiting players and many family events each game. For more information go to www.OfallonHoots.com *Great time had by all
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, and co-hosted SportsRadioSTL.com, and is 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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Skillet Macaroni and Cheese Recipe courtesy of Katie Serbinski of “Mom to Mom Nutrition” on behalf of Milk Means More Prep time: 5 minutes | Cook time: 25 minutes | Servings: 4-6
Ingredients: 1 cup dried elbow macaroni 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped 1 package (5 ounces) semisoft cheese with garlic and fine herbs 1 1/2 cups fat-free milk 1 tablespoon flour 1 teaspoon hot sauce 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 2 cups fresh baby spinach 1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes Cook 6-8 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink.
Directions: Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain. Heat large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil, chicken and onion.
Reduce heat to medium. Stir in semisoft cheese. Gradually add milk and flour. Continue stirring and cooking until mixture is thickened and bubbly.
Reduce heat to low. Add hot sauce, cheddar cheese and cooked macaroni. Cook and stir 1-2 minutes until cheese is melted. Stir in spinach. Top with cherry tomatoes and serve.
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Third ‘Tron’ movie waits for a greenlight
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.
Deadline recently reported that Garth Davis, director of 2016’s compelling “Lion,” is slated to direct the next film in the “Tron” franchise. Davis’ film, which was based on real-life events, tells the story of Saroo, a five-yearold Indian boy who helps his brother find food for their family. After being separated from his sibling, he tries to return home, but no one recognizes the name of his village. Saroo is later adopted by an Australian couple and, as an adult, he searches in earnest for his mother and brother using modern technology. “Lion” and its theme of being lost and then found makes Davis an appropriate choice to direct the next “Tron.” Capitalizing on the popularity of video games and arcades, the bulk of the original 1982 film took place inside a computer. Jeff Bridges plays Kevin Flynn, a software engineer at ENCOM who plans to start his own line of video games. A jealous colleague steals his work and rises in the company while Flynn finds himself out of a job. Making a living by running an arcade, Flynn hacks into the large corporate mainframe
son who is a primary ENCOM shareholder. Kevin Flynn disappeared years earlier and Sam wants to find out what happened to him. A pager message leads Sam to his father’s arcade and he, like his dad, is transported inside a computerized world. “Tron: Legacy” arrived in theaters just in time for the 2010 holiday season. I joined a group of enthusiastic fans for a midnight show‘Tron: Legacy’ photo courtesy Walt Disney Pictures ing and was impressed with the continuation of the original storyline. Jeff Bridges but is blocked by an artificial intelligence called played both Kevin Flynn and Clu, a computer the Master Control Program (MCP). With the program that was created in Flynn’s image. Olhelp of his friends Alan (Bruce Boxleitner) and ivia Wilde joined the cast as Quorra, a member Dr. Lora Baines (Cindy Morgan), he gets direct of a race of spontaneously generated computer access to the mainframe, but the MCP trans- algorithms. Flynn thinks Quorra and the other ports him inside the network to fight in deadly programs could change the human world for video games. Flynn must find a way to defeat the better. It would be great to see another film in the the MCP, free the network and find his way “Tron” franchise, but according to Deadline, back to the real world. Though critically acclaimed, “Tron” was not the project hasn’t received a green light yet. a box office success. Still, over time, the film There also are indications that the third film gained a following, but it took nearly 30 years will not be a sequel to the previous installfor “Tron: Legacy” to be released. In the sequel, ments. Still, with Garth Davis behind the camGarrett Hedlund plays Sam, Flynn’s grown-up era, a stand-alone piece will be highly welcome.
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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.
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Moore On Life In case you didn’t know, International Cat Day was Aug. 8. Of course, you wouldn’t know if you’re a dog person or if you don’t happen to own a cat. Excuse me while I attend to my claw marks. I was just reminded by my felines that no one “owns” them and that they in fact “own” me. Okay, I’m back now. Just a few stitches and a strong antibiotic and I’m as good as new. I’ll be able to use that arm in another month. So yes, it’s a celebration of cats and who is more deserving of that recognition than my two little fur-faced darlings. Let’s just take a minute to ask them about their lives. We’ll start with the fat one. “Hey, Chunkybutt. Are you feeling celebrated and pampered enough?” “Pampered?! It’s a life of toil and struggle. The abuse I suffer. Why just a minute ago you insulted me by saying you “owned” me like a pair of cheap shoes and now you have the audacity to fat shame my bulk. Can I help it that cream and butter go straight to my thighs? Insufferable!” I apologized profusely by whipping him up a non-fat smoothie. He wasn’t impressed. Alright, let’s see if the skinny one has anything different to offer. “Hey, Kitty, any thoughts on celebrating International Cat Day?” “Hmph! What’s to celebrate? Do you furless fiends have any idea of what I’ve had to put up with these last several months? This COVID thing you’ve created has caused me deep trauma. My personal space has been invaded beyond comprehension. Every day I wake up and you’re still here. Before all this, I would get a few hours of solitude
Finicky felines
to stare out the window at the leaves or lick myself without an audience. Now, you’re here all the time. For the love of all that’s holy, GO DO SOMETHING before there’s a homicide!” Well it appears that there’s a bit of contention in this cat house. I’ll have to make a run to the store and get some fresh salmon to cheer them up, but first I need to call a professional cleaner stat. I hope they know how to remove non-fat smoothie from the carpet and furniture. 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. Delivery org. 5. *U.N. workers’ grp. 8. Pressure unit 11. Prune, previously 12. Congregation’s echo 13. Lusitania’s destroyer 15. Samoan money 16. Enthusiastic review 17. Police informers 18. *More than 40 hours 20. First Nation nation 21. Not these 22. Paper or plastic? 23. Lads’ girlfriends 26. Meal 29. Morsel 30. *Labor Day, always 33. International Civil Aviation Org. 35. She turned to stone, Greek mythology 37. Quaker grain 38. Same as gnarls 39. Toothy wheel 40. Capital of Canada 42. Homer Simpson exclamation 43. Russia’s plain 45. Zoroastrian archives 47. Simon & Garfunkel member 48. Sheik’s bevy 50. Goes with sushi
52. *Part of labor force 56. Jewish folklore creature 57. European sea eagle 58. Millimeter of mercury 59. Impolite dinner sound 60. “Dark” movie 61. Armor chest plate 62. Cupid’s action 63. Type of evidence 64. “By ____ of” or “by means of” DOWN 1. “____ ____ no good” 2. Bohemian, e.g. 3. Whimper 4. “That ____!” and hurts 5. Mosque officials 6. Don McLean: “Drove my chevy to the ____” 7. Comes before first Mississippi 8. Minute opening 9. “For Pete’s ____!” 10. Belonging to it 12. Not aria nor recitative 13. Open a beer bottle 14. *Union responsibility 19. *Labor Day is this puzzle’s ____ 22. Beyoncé, a.k.a. Queen ____ 23. *Like Labor Day
weekend 24. Ovine sign of the zodiac 25. Type of weasel 26. “Pro” follower 27. Oodles 28. Fortune-teller’s card 31. Sol, or la, or ti 32. Digital audiotape, acr. 34. *Health and safety org. 36. *Strike____ 38. Courtroom silencer 40. Choose 41. One who bends out of shape 44. Groom one’s feathers 46. Used an emoji, technically 48. Long-necked wader 49. Embryo sacs 50. One-pilot flight, pl. 51. Reunion attendee 53. Jellystone Park denizen 54. Joanie of “Happy Days” 55. At a previous time, archaic 56. Geological Society of America 57. *Unofficial ____ of summer
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