November 27, 2019
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O’Fallon Kiwanis recognize contributions of community member. Pg. 4 Choral Arts Singers host “Christmas Around the World” holiday concerts. Pg. 4
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Photo provided by the St. Charles County Veterans Museum Members of the Korean War Veterans Association along with their spouses or family members pose in front of a painting at the St. Charles Veterans Museum. The museum is located at 410 East Elm Street in O’Fallon. Its hours are Thursday and Friday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The St. Charles County Veterans Museum has enjoyed early success, but faces challenges as it continues to grow
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Jim Higgins wasn’t prepared. When Higgins and the rest of the board members launched the St. Charles County Veterans Museum in the spring of 2019 they were not sure what the reaction would be. Now, as the year comes to a close, Higgins was overcome by the response. “We were not quite prepared for the outpouring of generosity,” Higgins said. “The public and community businesses have been very gracious. I’m not sure where we would be without them. It’s been amazing.” Located at located at 410 E. Elm Street in O’Fallon, the museum’s mission is to inspire, inform, and engage the residents of St. Charles County to honor the memories of
St. Charles County veterans who served the United States. Every veteran has a story and the board members have done their best to reach out to veterans and their families to preserve those stories. Stories can be shared through a uniform, photos, medals or other military or wartime memorabilia – items that bring those stories to life – stories of a veteran’s life and his service to our country. Watching these stories being passed along to future generations is reason enough for the board members to get out of bed every morning. “When you see a family come in and you hear them say, ‘That’s grandpa,’ or ‘That’s Uncle Bob,’ that is our reward,” Higgins said. For those who have served, walking into the museum can be moving.
“This place can heal,” Higgins said. “We had a guy who was a Vietnam veteran who could not make it in. He turned around left. And after his third visit, he finally came in a looked around and thanked us.” While things are off to a roaring success, that doesn’t mean that there is not work to be done. Donations are always urgent. The museum had $900 to its name when the doors opened. Storage space is becoming an issue and eventually the board would like to transition to more electronic displays. “We’re starting to run out of room and the cost for touch screens can be pretty significant,” Higgins said. “Donations and sponsorship going forward is going to be critical.” See ‘TRIBUTE’ page 2
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‘TRIBUTE’ from cover The St. Charles County Veterans Museum is a 501c tax exempt, nonprofit organization and is the brainchild of the late Ralph Barrale. Barrale was a World War II Veteran who landed on Utah Beach in Normandy and fought at the Battle of the Bulge with General George Patton. He successfully lobbied the state to name the Highway 364 Bridge Veterans Memorial Bridge. He later lobbied St. Charles County municipalities to rename the South Service Road to Veterans Memorial Parkway. Barrale passed away before the museum’s opening. For more information, including how to help or to donate, visit www.stcharlescountyveteransmuseum.com. The group also has a very active Facebook page.
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Friday, December 6, 7:30 p.m. St. Paul’s Lutheran Church 150 W. Hwy D, New Melle, MO
Sunday, December 8, 3:00 p.m. Assumption Parish Chapel 403 N. Main St., O’Fallon, MO
Sunday, December 15, 3:00 p.m. Wentzville United Methodist Church 725 Wall Street, Wentzville, MO
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Inspiration Corner: Hope from inside the fiery furnace “I call upon you, for you will answer me, O God; incline your ear to me; hear my words. Wondrously show your steadfast love, O Savior of those who seek refuge from their adversaries at your right hand.” Psalm 17:6-7 My friend and her husband adopted a little girl a few months ago. After years of infertility and years on the adoption waiting list, they finally hold a beautiful child in their arms. When I ran into Joy in the breakroom I was surprised when she said, “The biological father is contesting the adoption. We are afraid we will lose her.” I shared with her the email I had just received from my church. One of our members asked for prayer after receiving news that her two-year-old granddaughter passed away suddenly in the night. I thought of the lifeless toddler, the empty arms of her parents, and a grief that will smolder in their hearts forever. I could not restrain my tears, but Joy looked at me and said, “We must thank God for today because we do not know if we will have tomorrow.” “Nothing can keep us away, nothing can separate us from the love of the Savior.” - Jon Foreman I have lately been singing a Jon Foreman song, “Inseparable” from his album, “The Wonderlands: Dawn”. The song echoes one of my favorite passages of scripture—one which many Christians cling to when they find themselves in the fiery furnaces of life: Romans 8. “Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword? No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved
us. For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.” – Romans 8:35, 37-39 Love is powerful. And there is nothing more powerful than the love of a parent for his or her child. The Bible tells us God, the Father of Jesus, becomes our father if we put our faith in him. The Bible describes God as a “rock.” (Psalm 18). He is strong! No one and nothing can snatch us from his hand. Sometimes we find ourselves standing in the fiery furnace. The pain of death is a torment we cannot endure, but the Bible tells us Jesus conquered the grave when he rose from the dead and his grace is sufficient for our weakness. So, I tell my friend who fears she will lose her child and the parents of children who have passed from this life to the next the words of the Man who suffered in our place, “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28) For more inspiration, follow me on my blog: www.destinationdiscipline.com.
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Choral Arts Singers host ‘Christmas Around the World’ holiday concerts
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Choral Arts Singers will present “Christmas Around the World,” a concert featuring favorite holiday songs from around the globe, including Europe, Africa, Asia and America sung in nine languages. From French, Spanish and Norwegian carols, to Nigerian drums, to Hollywood classics, come for these fun and festive songs. Concerts are Dec. 6 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s
Lutheran Church at 150 W Hwy D in New Melle, Dec. 8 at 3 p.m. at Assumption Chapel at Assumption Catholic Church at 403 N Main St. in O’Fallon and Dec. 15 at 3 p.m. at Wentzville United Methodist Church at 725 Wall St. in Wentzville. There is no admission charge and donations are appreciated. For more information visit www.concertarts.org.
O’Fallon Kiwanis recognize contributions of community member The Kiwanis Club of O’Fallon has a quarterly Community Recognition Program where Kiwanis members search for people who make difference in the local area. Chuck Alphin from the Boys and Girls Club of St. Charles County Submitted photo was recently recognized by the club for the dif- (From left) John Silberberg, Kiwanis President, stands with Chuck ference he makes in the lives of children. Alphin, Unit Director Boys & Girls Club and Kiwanis members Martha Alphin has been the Unit Director of the Boys Radginski, Ed Radginski and Greg Cartee. and Girls Club located in the O’Fallon area for over a year. During the summer he serves up is on bullying. Alphin helps the children manto 150 children at this facility and currently 60 age conflict and says, “No bullying in my house.” He and his staff assist children with their children are coming to the afterschool program. homework, give instruction in reading in the The children he works with are a diverse multicultural group. Alphin focuses on their atti- reading center, art, snacks and mix it all with tude and their behavior and has them repeat games, plus they make it a fun place where evpositive affirmations each day. Another focus eryone feels accepted.
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P’Sghetti’s It is getting to be that time a year where warm dishes such as pasta and sandwiches become the norm as we head toward Missouri’s grueling winter. If you are looking for a food that is fast and of quality P’Sghetti’s is worth checking out. This restaurant started out as a “mom and pop” business that quickly grew after opening in 1987. Now operating at three different locations, their success is more than understandable with their superior food and affordable pricing. When I arrived at their O’Fallon location I was greeted immediately as I walked through the door. The person who served me at the register was more than willing to make suggestions as it was my first time there. I decided on a roast beef sandwich ($9.99) and upgraded my meal by getting chips and a drink ($2.49). The food came out shortly after I sat down. I was surprised when I started eating my sandwich at how fresh it tasted. The bread itself tasted as if it had been taken right out of the oven. The menu offers a variety of options for its consumers. In addition to the sandwiches (hot and cold) and pasta, the also have wraps and salads. This restaurant also serves family sized portions for carry
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out and catering. P’Sghetti’s is located off of 1120 Technology Dr, in O’Fallon and is worth checking out. They are open Monday through Saturday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information on their other locations you can visit: www. psghettis.com.
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St. Charles County Executive Steve Ehlmann has appointed Demetrius Cianci Chapman, MPH, MSN(R), RN, as Director of the Department of Public Health. Cianci Chapman was confirmed by the St. Charles County Council at the Nov. 12, meeting and began his duties on Nov. 14. Cianci Chapman most recently served as Senior Director of a Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services program to improve health quality at 24 hospitals in seven states. He began his career with BJC HealthCare in St. Louis as a critical care nurse, and as a research nurse and faculty member at Saint Louis University where he taught public health nursing. He then worked in Arizona and New Mexico as a commissioned Lieutenant Commander of the U.S. Public Health Service at medical facilities serving Native Americans. After serving as a House Supervisor and Emergency/Intensive Care Unit nurse at a hospital in Gallup, New Mexico, he was Director of Nursing Services for the New Mexico Department of Health and Executive Director for the New Mexico Board of Nursing. Cianci Chapman has received numerous honors for nursing excellence and leadership and has been active in the National Council of State Boards of Nursing. Additionally, he served on the Board of Directors of the New Mexico Center for Nursing Excellence, as a volunteer nurse for St. Patrick Partnership HEAL Clinic in St. Louis, and as a volunteer public health nurse for St. Frances De Sales and Holy Family in St. Louis. Cianci Chapman has a Master of Science in Nursing Research, a Master of Public Health and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Saint Louis University. He received an Associate of Science Degree in Nursing from Jewish Hospital College of Nursing and Allied Health, now Goldfarb School of Nursing at Barnes-Jewish College.
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Seven SCC students complete Semester of Service When Steven Love II unknowingly enrolled in a service-learning class at St. Charles Community College, he wasn’t sure what to do at first. The class required Love to volunteer at least 15 hours semester at a local organization of his choice. “After giving it some thought, I felt like this was a real opportunity to do some good,” he said. He decided to stay in the class and volunteer his time at the St. Louis Crisis Nursey. “When I was growing up, I helped my mom and stepdad raise my infant brother,” Love explained. “Taking care of a child just came naturally to me. I realized if I can take care of a child, I can take care of anyone.” He was welcomed with open arms at the organization, which
generally only sees female volunteers. Love was determined to become a positive male role model to children at the Crisis Nursey. “Taking a service-learning class gave me the chance to go out and do something great and make an impact in someone’s life,” he said. “If one person can impact 100 people, then 100 people can impact thousands to millions. That’s all it takes.” Love is one of seven SCC students who completed the Semester of Service program during the fall semester. The program, created by the Missouri Campus Compact, “assists member institutions of higher education in their mission to prepare students for civic and social responsibility by encouraging them to use their time and talents in service to their communities. As part of their education.” “Students in SCC service-learning classes are encouraged to enroll in the program,” said Bryonie Carter, associate professor of English. She chairs the service-learning and engagement program at SCC. “However, the program is actually open to all students. Over the years, we’ve had students in several clubs and organizations take part in the program.” Each student who participates in the Semester of Service receives recognition from the
Missouri Campus Compact, including a certificate of recognition, two letters of recommendation sent anywhere the student chooses and a letter recognizing the student’s achievement sent to Dr. Barbara Kavalier, president of SCC. Students obtain recognition from the Missouri Campus Compact based on three tiers of volunteer hours: Community Contributor (45-69 hours), Community Changer (70-99 hours), and Community Catalyst (100+ hours). For the spring 2019 semester, seven SCC students were recognized for their dedication to helping others in need: Community Changer: • Anna Pagano: • 86.5 hours • Lauren Duggan: • 79.5 hours • Dana Zahran: 71 hours Community Contributor: • Melinda Janson: 55 hours • Miriam Frenchie: • 45 hours • Edenia Gallardo: • 45 hours • Steven Love II: 45 hours • “I am so proud of these students,” said Carter. “Though only 15 hours are required in our service-learning classes, they went above and beyond to help their community. They are true role models on campus.”
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Harris House celebrates grand opening with ribbon cutting President and CEO Tom Wickenhauser celebrated the grand opening of Harris House with a ribbon cutting on Oct. 29. Joining Wickenhauser were St. Charles County Executive Steve Ehlmann, city of St. Charles Mayor Dan Borgmeyer, member of the St. Charles County Public Works Department, city of St. Charles Council Members, and board members and ambassadors with
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hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and traditional housing programs. For more information on Harris House, please call 314682-4870 or visit their website at www.harrishousestl.org.
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By Kristen Dragotto Established in 2008, Vanity Hair Studio has been serving St. Charles County for 11 years. It is conveniently located in the heart of O’Fallon, directly behind Ethyl’s Smokehouse at 711 Sonderen St. The salon is owned and operated by Jodi Keller. In addition to Keller, there are seven talented stylists, each of whom have years of experience in personal care services. This team of stylists are dedicated to their craft and are known for their impeccable service as they aim to provide a deep understanding of how to listen to their clients to produce, not only the desired result, but one that goes beyond the expectation. Vanity Hair Studio gives their
clients more than just a great hair experience. This salon focuses on creating long-lasting relationships with their clients, so they leave their appointment feeling like family. Vanity Hair Studio offers women’s cut and style, men’s hair services, highlights and color but we are also known for bridal and special occasion styling, hair texturizing, Keratin treatments, tape in hair extensions and waxing services. They are always stocked with the best styling products for your own routine and for the month of December they are running a product special of 10 percent off Holiday Sets. To make an appointment please call 636-978-2322, Vanity
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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! enjoy a Frosty the Snowman puppet show and visit with Buddy the Elf, The Grinch and other friends. For more information call 636-240-9733.
Featured Events . . . Dec. 24-25: Christmas services
Come Home to Christmas at the historic Shrine of St Joseph Catholic Church at 1220 N. 11th St. in St. Louis, the site of the only authenticated miracle in the Midwest. Christmas Eve: 3 p.m., Carols and Anthems from around the world prior to Mass. Vigil Mass at 4 p.m. Christmas Day: 9:30 a.m., choral prelude and congregational carols, Solemnity of the Nativity Mass at 10 a.m. For more information visit www.shrineofstjoseph.org. or call 314-231-9407.
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Dec. 1: Christmas House tour
The residents of New Town at St. Charles invite you to visit their homes at the tenth annual New Town at St. Charles Residents’ Christmas House Tour from 1 - 5 p.m. The tour starts at the Town Hall at 3300 Rue Royale, where you can register for a door prize, enter a wreath raffle, as well as obtain a map directing you to the houses on tour. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased at Marsala’s Market at 3308 Rue Royale, beginning Nov. 15, or the day of the tour at the Town Hall. Proceeds benefit St. Charles City/County charities. Any questions, please contact Linda at 314-330-2738.
Dec. 7: Christmas concert
Lutheran High School of St. Charles County presents “A Christmas Festival,” a concert of sacred and secular music at 7 p.m. in the Commons of the school, located at 5100 Mexico Road in St. Peters. There will be vocal and instrumental music of Alfred Reed, Pieter Tchaikovsky, Leroy Anderson, K. Lee Scott, and John Leavitt. There will be a freewill donation.
Dec. 7: Christmas benefit
Visit the Annual Hometown Christmas Benefit at Titlemax at 1330 Highway K in O’Fallon from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Donate an unwrapped toy or purchase a ‘Build a Christmas Bear’ to benefit Toys for Tots. You can also ride with Santa,
Dec. 8: Holiday home tour
The Wentzville Community Historical Society will be holding their first ever Holiday Home Tour. The tour begins at the Green Lantern Senior Center. From there you will be able to go in and see the inside of five homes all decorated for Christmas on South Linn Ave. The tour will end at Friendship Brewing Company, where you will be given a free glass and drink, be able to participate in fun activities and be eligible for a gift basket. The homes will be open from 3 to 6 p.m. The group will be at Friendship Brewing until 7 p.m. Tickets are $20. Tickets are available at Elbee’s General Store and Ehll’s Western Auto. In addition, they will be available at the Green Lantern the day of the tour.
Dec. 8: Holiday service
Zion Lutheran Church and School at 3866 S. Old Highway 94 in St. Charles invites the public to the 24th Annual Service of Lessons and Carols at 7 p.m. Celebrate the holiday season with scripture and song as performed by over 125 of Zion’s own children and adult choirs, hand bell ensembles and instrumentalists. For more information and directions, log on to www.zionharvester.org or contact Mark Thoelke, Director of Music and Worship at 636-441-7425.
Dec. 8: Christmas concert
St. Peters Choral Society and Orchestra under the direction of John H. Smith, will present its Annual Christmas Concert “A CHRISTMAS POTPOURRI!” at 2 p.m. at the Fort Zumwalt South High School Auditorium at 8050 Mexico Road in St. Peters. Tickets are available from members or at the door: $10 for adults and $5 for kids 12 and under. Tickets are also available at stpeterschoralsociety.org. Call 636-447-5341 or visit stpeterschoralsociety.org for further information.
Dec. 10: Art exhibition
St. Charles Community College will host the SCC Fall 2019 Student Art Exhibit through Dec. 10, in the Donald D. Shook Fine Arts Building gallery. Gallery hours are 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday. The exhibit will feature the finest examples of student artwork created in SCC credit art classes during the fall 2019 semester. A free reception is open to the public and will take place from 6 - 8 p.m. Dec. 4. For more information, please contact Metra Mitchell at mmitchell@stchas. edu.
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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 meeting room located on Wentzville Parkway in
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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.
Mondays: Take off Pounds Sensibly
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
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 636-3970866 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, 636-219-0553.
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 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.
Mondays and Wednesdays: Tai Chi for arthritis class
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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 preSchool, turn left) at 7400 South Outer 364 at the corner with Bryan Road.
Tuesdays: Cribbage Club
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: Seniors group
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 636-561-8951.
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.
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Wednesday, Nov. 27 Guns ‘N Hoses event Since 1959, the organization has played a vital roll for over 170 families of loved ones lives after a tragic experience in the line of duty. The event will be held at the Enterprise Center. There will be 14-three round boxing matches featuring men and women first responders. Also, three mixed martial arts bouts will be featured. For more information, go to www.STLGunsnHoses.com *They had our backs Fort Zumwalt North rolls into playoffs Recently the Panthers were victorious in their football contest against Chaminade 24-21 in the Missouri High School Football post-season tournament. Ft. Zumwalt North Panthers will play Carthage Tigers this Saturday, Nov. 30 for the Class 5 championship. *The last one is always the biggest game Saturday, Nov. 29 Ambush open season The St. Louis Ambush play in the South Central division of the Major Arena Soccer League (MASL) with home games at the Family Arena. Their first home session kicks off this Saturday at 7:05 p.m. against the Milwaukee Wave who won the division last year. But hold on, the next evening at 6:05 p.m. will play another contest against the Kansas City Comets who finished just ahead of the Ambush in the 2018-2019 season. The home season opener will begin Saturday, Nov. 29 against the Milwaukee Wave at 7:05 p.m. Go to www.STLAmbush.com for all the details. *Always exciting Lindenwood advances to Division II playoffs This past Sunday night it was announced the Lindenwood football team with a perfect 7-0 record in the GLVC, would be one of the 28 schools set to compete
in the 2019 NCAA Division II Football Playoff. The Lions were selected as the seventh team in Super Region Three, earning the final spot among the competing teams from the GLVC, GLIAC, GAC and MIAA. The Lions will take on #5 Ouachita Baptist on Saturday in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, as the Tigers earned the second seed in the region, time to be announced. “This is a great moment for our coaches and players,” said head coach Jed Stugart. “They never stopped believing and have showed grit all year. To see the faces of our guys when ‘Lindenwood’ hit that screen, especially those guys that we’ve been with now form the start just two seasons ago, was priceless.” ~~~Up for the challenge For more information go to www.LindenwoodLions.com *Playoffs next UMSL announces hall-of-fame list The University of Missouri-St. Louis Department of Athletics has announced the Class of 2020 to the UMSL Sports Hall of Fame. The five former student-athletes and one team includes: Joe Atkisson (men’s golf), Shweta Galande (women’s golf), Ruth Harker (women’s soccer), Donnie Jolliff (baseball), Hannah Perryman (softball) and the 2015 softball team. This year’s induction ceremony and banquet will be held on Feb. 21, 2020 at the St. Louis Union Station Grand Hall. The inductees will also be introduced at halftime of the UMSL men’s basketball game on Feb. 22, 2020 against Rockhurst. For more details go to www.UMSLTritons.com *Hard work pays off 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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Frozen Banana Split Cups Prep time: 15 minutes, plus freezing time | SERVINGS: 12
In small, microwave-safe bowl, heat chocolate chips in microwave oven on high 1 minute, or until melted, stirring every 20 seconds; stir in oil.
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Prep time: 15 minutes, plus cooling time Cook time: 25 minutes | Servings: 8
Ingredients: 2/3 cup gluten-free dark chocolate chips 2 teaspoons grapeseed oil 3 strawberries, hulled and thinly sliced 1 ripe banana, peeled and thinly sliced 2 tablespoons chopped roasted unsalted peanuts Directions: Line 12-cup mini muffin tin with mini cupcake liners.
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Ingredients: Nonstick cooking spray 8 eggs 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 package (8 ounces) mushrooms, sliced 1 red onion, chopped 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped Fill cupcake liners with half of chocolate mixture; top with strawberries, banana, remaining chocolate mixture and peanuts. Freeze in airtight container at least 1 hour, or up to 2 weeks.
Approximate nutritional information per serving (1 cup): 92 calories; 65 calories from fat; 7 g fat; 0 g trans fat; 1 g polyunsaturated fat; 1 g monounsaturated fat; 0 mg cholesterol; 0 mg sodium; 54 mg potassium; 10 g carbohydrates; 2 g fiber; 6 g sugars; 2 g protein; vitamin A 0%; vitamin C 2%; calcium 0%; iron 15%; vitamin E 2%; thiamin 0%; vitamin B6 2%; phosphorus 0%; magnesium 2%; manganese 4%.
4 cups baby spinach 1 cup fat-free milk 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper 8 100% whole-grain English muffins, split 8 frozen chicken breakfast sausage patties
Directions: Heat oven to 375 F. Spray 13-by-9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. In large bowl, whisk eggs. In large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add mushrooms, onion and bell pepper; cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add spinach; cook 3 minutes, or until spinach wilts, stirring occasionally. Stir milk, salt, pepper and vegetables into eggs; transfer to prepared dish. Bake 25 minutes, or until set and internal temperature reaches 160 F; cool and cut into eight equal pieces. Assemble sandwiches with muffins, sausage patties and egg mixture; wrap tightly with plastic wrap and freeze up to 2 weeks. Unwrap one sandwich; wrap loosely with paper towel. Heat in microwave oven on high 2 1/2-3 minutes, or until completely heated through and internal temperature of sausage and egg mixture reaches 165 F. SEE ANSWERS ON PAGE 9
‘Jumanji: The Next Level’ shows the franchise’s power
Movie: By Steve Bryan
Born and raised in South St. Louis, Steve Bryan is now based in Anaheim, California, and has been allowed access to movie and television sets to see actors and directors at work. Though his writing has taken him far from St. Louis, Steve is, at heart, still the same wide-eyed kid who spent countless hours watching classic movies at neighborhood theaters.
In 1981, Chris Van Allsburg’s “Jumanji” picture book was released. Aimed at young readers, it focused on a jungle-themed board game where the animals and other elements became very, very real. In 2002, Van Allsburg followed up the first book with “Zathura,” another adventure featuring a board game with outer space elements and danger. In the story, two brothers play a magical board game that transports their house into space. Allsburg’s literary efforts have been adapted more than once for the big screen. “Jumanji: The Next Level” is technically the fourth film in the franchise. In 2005, Josh Hutcherson, who played Peeta Mellark in “The Hunger Games” series, played the older brother in Jon Favreau’s adaptation of “Zathura.” Though it takes place in space, it is considered by some to be part of the “Jumanji” universe, but there was no crossover with the characters. The latest installments do owe a debt of gratitude to the late Robin Williams, who played the role of Alan Parrish in the original 1995 film. In that film, Williams displayed his comic timing and talent for physical comedy. Young Alan found the Jumanji board game and started to play with Sarah Whittle
sequel “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” arrived in theaters. Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black and Karen Gillan play the avatars of four teenagers who are transported into a Jumanji videogame. Along the way they encounter Alex, a young man who was transported to the jungle years earlier. “Jumanji: The Next Level” ups the ante by adding Danny DeVito and Danny Glover to the cast. After his first adventure with his friends, Spencer, Photo courtesy Heartbeat Productions played by Alex Wolf, repairs (played as an adult by Bonnie Hunt). He was the damaged video game and returns to the transported into the game and did not return jungle alone. His friends go back in to find him, but Spencer’s grandfather (DeVito), and home for 26 years. The game attracts people who are not happy Milo (Glover), his grandfather’s friend, are or have some conflict to resolve. Alan Parrish pulled into the game as well. Johnson, Hart, Black and Gillan are back in has issues dealing with his demanding father, who wants him to go to boarding school. Af- action as the avatars, but, except for Gillan, ter decades in the jungle, Alan returns home they must channel different characters. The and realizes all the mistakes he made with action also is not limited to the jungle, so father and his schoolmates. He’s also able to “Jumanji: The Next Level” looks like a great help new friends Judy and Peter with the loss Christmas present for fans this year. of their parents. “Jumanji: The Next Level,” rated PG-13, An animated version of “Jumanji” ran for a few years on television in the 1990’s, but arrives in theaters on Friday, Dec. 13. the franchise was dormant until the 2017
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John Hanna
Crossword: State Capitals
‘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
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his has been a weird November. One minute we turn on the gas fireplace to thaw our frozen bones and the next minute the sun’s blazing down in full force bikini weather. By noon, the temperature soars. I am forced to open all the windows to let out the heat and cool things down. My husband is not happy about this. “Windows open in November?!” “But it’s hot,” I say. “The sun just erupted and emitted a solar flare and now it’s 105 degrees in the house.” “I don’t give a rip about the sun’s flatulence. I’m not going to let all the heat out that I paid good money for. Strip down to your underpants if you have to.” “Not on your life. If you recall, this weird weather phenomenon also happened last year and Pilkington’s called the vice squad on you for mowing the lawn in your boxer shorts!” Just then the sun drifted behind some clouds and the temperature plunged. I closed all the windows and there was peace. I needed to get out. I bundled up like an Eskimo to go to the store and get supplies for a nice pot of homemade stew to warm things up. Suddenly, a little devil appeared on my shoulder and said, “What the heck are you thinking. Relax. Grab some take-out baby! YOLO!” That sounded like good advice, but then a little angel on the opposite shoulder flew down and said, “You should really make your husband a nice hearty dinner and save some money too.” That sounded like better advice. I was just about to take her suggestion when the little devil returned and said, “Your husband was awfully cranky about the windows being opened. Do you
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really think he deserves a delicious home-cooked meal? Think of the work.” That made the best sense. I awaited the angel’s reply. There was only silence. “Head for McDairyKing’s drive-through,” the devil said. “You won’t have to worry about her yapping anymore.” “Oh, really? What happened?” “I stuffed a triple bacon cheese in her mouth. She’s on our side.” Decision made! Besides, the temperature was boiling again. How could I go into a store stripped down to my underpants? 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. Ten Commandments word 6. Problem with concentrating, acr. 9. Black sheep’s gift 13. “The game of unspeakable fun!” 14. “Fancy that!” 15. One Direction’s “Truly, ____, Deeply” 16. Consumed, two words 17. Finish, with “up” 18. Extra software 19. The Lovin’ Spoonful’s “Do You ____ in Magic” 21. *Badger State capital 23. Snow runner 24. Boris Godunov, for one 25. Every American’s uncle? 28. Aquarium organism 30. Hound or plague 35. He sacrificed a rib? 37. Nordic native 39. Singular of salpae 40. Sites 41. Joker or Batman, e.g. 43. Olympic one is 50 meters long 44. Terminate mission 46. Boor 47. If it fits... 48. *Centennial State’s
capital 50. Form of approval 52. As much as this and a leg 53. Saintly glow 55. Rub the wrong way 57. *Pine Tree State capital 61. *Garden State capital 65. Idle talk 66. Morning condensation 68. Île de la Cité river 69. Painter Degas 70. U.N. workers’ grp. 71. Samurai dagger 72. Fraternity recruitment season 73. Dog tags 74. Ancient Greek building for entertainment DOWN 1. Bayonet wound 2. Angie Thomas’ “The ____ U Give” 3. Killed by Cain 4. Jazz musician Armstrong. 5. *Sunflower State capital 6. Fit of shivering 7. *____ Moines 8. Regards 9. Dry riverbed
10. Bookie’s quote 11. Mishmash 12. Country singer Loretta 15. Hot curry dish 20. Mexican revolutionary 22. “I see!” 24. Food thickener 25. Type of bar 26. Acrobat maker 27. Wine from Mâconnais 29. Chutzpah 31. What Kanye does 32. *Greeting in Honolulu 33. Animal trail 34. *Beaver State capital 36. Type of missile 38. *St. ____ 42. It can lead up or down 45. Movie preview 49. Hard to escape routine 51. Faster than allegro 54. Forearm bones 56. Work the dough 57. Copycat 58. Pakistani language 59. Silences 60. *Salt Lake City State 61. A child’s “terrible ____” 62. Pitchfork part 63. Aware of 64. Ne 67. Old age, archaic SEE ANSWERS ON PAGE 9