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Embrace the season and enjoy winter fun in O’Fallon Break out of the winter doldrums with a weekend of whacky winter fun and games at O’Fallon’s Cabin Fever Daze in O’Fallon Sports Park, 3589 Highway K. The family-friendly festival will be held from 10am-6pm on Saturday, Jan. 25, and from noon-6pm on Sunday, Jan. 26, with free admission, parking, many free activities and tasty festival fare for purchase. “Whether you watch the games and activities or join in, you’ll have a great time kicking those winter blues,” said Marsha Seymour, head of O’Fallon’s Tourism and Festivals Office. “We are hoping to get a really good turnout for the Human Dogsled Race. Registration is only $25 for a team of six people, and in addition to prizes for the winners, we’re offering a prize for the best-costumed team. We also have traditional winter activities like skating, which costs $5 for a 45-minute session. You can bring your own skates or rent a pair for just $1.” Free activities and entertainment scheduled for O’Fallon’s Cabin Fever Daze include: • Kids’ Area – Open Saturday and Sunday, free, with winter-themed crafts and activities, including snowflake making with the Snowflake Lady, Mar-

ion Nichols. • The Hockey Circus Show – New for 2014. Billed as “the ultimate hockey tribute show,” The Hockey Circus Show fuses comedy, circus arts, athletics and interactive street theater. Crowds love it. Staring PAZ, an award-winning acrobat in the Cirque du Soleil talent pool who’s performed all over the world, PAZ will perform three high-energy shows each day, followed by meet and greet autograph sessions. To learn more about PAZ, and the Hockey Circus Show, visit www.thehockeycircusshow.com • SnowGlobe Live – New for 2014. Up to six people can fit inside this 15foot tall snow globe. Don’t forget your camera! • Snowshoe Obstacle Course – Just for fun, strap on a pair of snowshoes and trek over, under and through this wacky, challenging course. Snowshoes and poles will be provided. • Fruit Cake Chuckin’ – Here’s a great way to get rid of leftover holiday fruitcake – bring it to the festival, load the fruitcake catapult and fire away, free. Free slices are available for chuckin.’ • Snowflake Toss – Test your ability to throw a football through a hoop with giant snowflakes. • Freeze Your Buns Trivia Run –

Burn a few calories racing to designated stations and selecting the correct answer in this winter-themed trivia game. • Broomball – Clean up the competition in a friendly game of broomball. Sign up for recreational games on Saturday or join in open play on Sunday. There’s no age limit, but kids should play with age-appropriate participants. See WINTER BLUES page 2

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Lincoln County Life Warrenton Area Chamber of Commerce Casino Night tickets on sale

Business O’Fallon’s proposed I-70 traffic flow open house and a history of Byerly RV

School The St. Charles School district hosts a different kind of snow day for staff

WINTER BLUES from cover • The Palm Duo – Take an island break from noon-3pm on Saturday and Sunday with Caribbean-style music performed on steel drums. The Human Dogsled Race requires pre-registration, which closes on Monday, Jan. 20. To register, and for more information on the race and Cabin Fever Daze, please visit www.ofallon.mo.us/cabin-fever-daze. Be a part of the festival as a volunteer. Visit O’Fallon’s Volunteer Services webpage at www.ofallon.mo.us/Volunteer. Or contact Volunteer Services at 636.379.5417, or volunteer@ofallon.mo.us.

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Whether you’re creative or just enjoy making things, the City of O’Fallon invites you to join in helping with a King Day of Service project from 10am-noon on Monday, Jan. 20, which is Martin Luther King, Jr., Day. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., said, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” To answer that question, each year, community-minded citizens come together to serve their neighbors and communities through a national initiative, the King Day of Service. In O’Fallon,

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DDRB Invites Public to Open House The Developmental Disabilities Resource Board of St. Charles County (DDRB) invites the community to an open house from 4-7pm on Thursday, Jan. 16 to celebrate the opening of its new facility at 1025 Country Club Road in St. Charles. Local, county and state leaders including St. Charles County Executive Steve Ehlmann and St. Charles City Mayor Sally Faith are expected to be in attendance. Guests will be able to tour the newly renovated facility and learn about the DDRB, its growing case management program and how its funding provides supports and services for over 2,200 individuals with developmental disabilities of all ages who live in St. Charles County. Guests are also invited to stay for the DDRB’s regularly scheduled board meeting at 7pm. For more information about the DDRB or its community open house, visit our website at www. ddrb.org or contact Karen Craven at 636.939.3351, ext. 3106.

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volunteers of all ages are invited to register in advance for a community service project: making tissue paper flowers and decorating cards. The cards and flowers will be delivered to residents at local care facilities on Random Acts of Kindness Day, Feb. 14. “We chose this project because it’s suitable for all ages and groups, it’s fun to do, and it’s a great way to contribute,” said Alexis Jaegers, O’Fallon’s Volunteer Services Coordinator. “With many government offices, banks and schools closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr., Day, it’s the perfect opportunity to join in doing something that will be greatly appreciated.” To pre-register for the King Day of Service, contact O’Fallon’s Volunteer Services Department at 636.379.5417 or volunteer@ofallon.mo.us. For more information, please visit www.ofallon.mo.us/volunteer.

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O’Fallon’s Fort Zumwalt Park Reopening to Public Use Soon

Fort Zumwalt Park in O’Fallon, will officially reopen to regular public use on Monday, Jan. 20. The park has been closed to traffic so that Parks staff could complete the de-installation of the Celebration of Lights, the City’s 2013 holiday lights display.

Red Cross Responds to St. Charles Home Fire

A Disaster Action Team with the American Red Cross St. Louis Area Chapter is assisting five adults and one child with emergency needs for food, clothing and shelter after a single-family house fire on Jan. 6 in St. Charles. The Red Cross is part of the All Ready campaign, a unified effort among emergency preparedness experts in the bi-state region that focuses on the importance of individual preparedness. The campaign encourages the three critical steps of preparedness: Make a plan, Get a kit, Be informed.

Choral Art Singers of Lake St. Louis Begin Rehearsals on January 20 Choral Art Singers will begin rehearsal at 7pm on Monday, Jan. 20 at Transfiguration Episcopal Church in Lake St. Louis. Weekly rehearsals will continue until the weekend of April 27 when public concerts will be given. All Creatures Great and Small is this year’s concert theme. Director, Amy Gatschenberger provides professional voice training during rehearsals. The Choral Art Singers’ goals are to have a beautiful and full choral sound, a high level of retention and to increase their membership and presence in the community. Choral Arts Youth, kindergarten through high school, directed by Heather McCarty, jamhamfam@centurytel.net, will begin rehearsal on Monday, Jan. 27 at 6:15 pm at Transfiguration. Visit www.concertarts.org or contact Paul Godt, pwgodt@centurytel.net for more information.

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Cold Weather Tips for Pets From the Humane Society of Missouri With severely cold weather here and continuing, the Humane Society of Missouri urges all pet owners to bring their pets inside and exercise the utmost caution when exposing pets to the cold. Pets rely on their owners to help stay warm during cold weather. As a general rule: If it’s too cold for you, it’s too cold for your pets. Bring your pet inside. Don’t leave your pet outside in the cold for prolonged periods of time. Remember — thermometers might show one temperature, but wind chills can make it feel much, much colder. Limit time outdoors and be mindful of frostbite on ears, tail and paws. If you run with your dog, pay attention to cold paws and, if it gets too cold, leave your pup at home. Cats should always be left indoors — it’s the law in the City of St. Louis. Outdoor cats are often victims of road traffic, wilds animals, dogs and cruel people and freezing or starving to death in severely cold weather. Acclimate your pet to cold weather. If your pets spend a lot of time outdoors, make sure to introduce them gradually to dropping temperatures, rather than exposing them to the extreme cold all at once. Provide adequate shelter. Adequate shelter is mandated by law. If your dog lives outdoors, you must provide a well-insulated and draft-free doghouse. The opening should face south with a sturdy, flexible covering to prevent icy winds from entering. Line the floors of the shelter with straw, not hay. Towels and blankets can become damp or freeze, making the space colder. Beware of antifreeze and rock salt. Antifreeze

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often collects on driveways and roadways. Although it smells and tastes sweet to your pet, it is lethally poisonous. If you suspect your pet has ingested antifreeze, contact your veterinarian immediately. Deicing products like rock salt can irritate footpads. Be sure to rinse and dry your pet’s feet after being outside. Pet stores often carry pet-safe ice melts that do the job and won’t harm your pets. Dry off wet paws. A wet pet is a cold pet. Towel or blow-dry your pet if he gets wet from rain or snow. Also, it is important to clean and dry paws to prevent tiny cuts and cracked pads. Provide plenty of food and water. It takes more energy in the winter to properly regulate body temperature, so your pet needs additional calories if he spends a lot of time playing or working outdoors. Your pet is just as likely to get dehydrated in the winter as in the summer, so be sure to provide plenty of fresh water. Snow is not a substitute for water. Refill outside bowls often to prevent freezing. Carefully keep pets warm inside. Keep your pets warm, dry and away from drafts while inside. Space heaters and other supplemental heat sources can burn your pet. Keep portable heaters out of reach and make sure all fireplaces have adequate screening. And, of course, never leave your pet alone with an unattended fire. Groom regularly. Your pet needs a well groomed coat to keep him properly insulated. Short- or coarse-haired dogs might get extra cold so consider a sweater or a coat. Long-haired dogs should have their paw hair trimmed to ease in cleaning and snow removal.

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Crisis Care for Children Still Available

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Saint Louis Crisis Nursery reminds parents that crisis care is always available for children, birth through age 12. Five Crisis Nurseries located throughout St. Louis City and County, St. Charles and Wentzville remain open 24-hours a day. All children are provided three warm meals and snacks, medical examinations, clothing and shoes, and more while parents work closely with Crisis Nursery’s professionally trained staff to resolve their crisis. All services are free of charge. Parents in need of care for their children due to a lack of basic resources, homelessness, or other emergency or crisis situations that threaten the health of their precious children should call Crisis Nursery at 314.768.3201. Nursery Locations: 315 First Capitol Drive, St. Charles, 636.947.0600 330 S. Fourth Street, St. Charles. 636.940.2504 700 Medical Drive, Wentzville. 636.887.3070

City of O’Fallon Schedule for Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday On Jan. 20, the O’Fallon Municipal Centre (City Hall) will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr., Day. In addition: • O’Fallon’s Parks and Recreation Administrative office also will be closed. • The Renaud Spirit Center (RSC) recreation complex will be open with regular business hours of 5:15am-10pm. The RSC is located at 2650 Tri Sports Circle. • O’Fallon’s trash and recycling collection schedule will not change due to the holiday. • City of O’Fallon volunteers who have registered for the King Day of Service will meet at 10 a.m. for service projects. For more information, visit www.ofallon.mo.us/volunteer.

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Chris Weaver was born to perform. Mixing a perfect blend of southern rock, soul and country blues, Chris and his band are inspiring crowds all around the world on the heels of their critically acclaimed sophomore CD, American Dreamer, which released on November 5th. The powerhouse vocalist and fan favorite just recently came through the Wentzville area to play Maggie Malones on January 11th. Recorded in Nashville, American Dreamer came to fruition when Weaver teamed up with former Jimmy Buffett and Glenn Frey guitarist and legendary producer, Josh Leo (Alabama, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Bad Company, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Timothy B. Schmit) on American Dreamer. American Dreamer features rootsy Americana, gospel, country, blues and rock. Known for his working-man anthems, Weaver co-wrote all songs on the album. From the emotive album opener Photo courtesy of NPG PR “Gravy Train,” soulful tracks “Raise The Dead” and “California High” to the breezy ballad “I Should Have Said That” and the Springsteen-esque “Time Has Wings”, Weaver is a lyrical craftsman who’s music is both riveting and unclassifiable. Born in West Virginia, Chris Weaver grew up in a music inspired house hold which helped shape his unique sound and style. Chris’ father played in bands and helped introduce Chris to influences ranging from Tom Petty and Bob Seger to John Melloncamp and Joe Cocker. “I wanted to write like them and sing like them but just do it in a way that would be my own, “ says Chris. “It’s all I ever remember wanting to do.” In addition to critical adoration, Nashville peers such as Blake Shelton and Lee Brice have vocalized support of their music. Looking ahead, Chris Weaver Band will be taking their signature energetic performances to venues throughout the country in support of American Dreamer. For a full list of tour dates check out www.chrisweaverband.com.

New Survey Reveals Americans’ Dream for 2014 Greatest Weekend Ever A new national survey reveals for most Americans The 2014 Greatest Weekend Ever would include time spent with good friends and a sports celebrity, plus a stay at a sports celebrity’s house. Great Clips will make that dream come true for one lucky winner of The Greatest Weekend Ever Sweepstakes. The winner and three friends will enjoy a two-night stay at NASCAR great Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s lake house near Charlotte, N.C., a barbecue party with Junior and Kasey Kahne, and VIP passes and tickets to two NASCAR races at the Darlington Raceway in South Carolina. The winner will also ride away in style with a

2014 Chevrolet Silverado. A Great Clips’ national online survey of 500 people reveals for The Greatest Weekend Ever: • 75 percent would enjoy a weekend with a sports celebrity and a stay at a sports celebrity’s home. • 57 percent say good friends are the most important thing to bring to the greatest weekend ever followed by drinks (24 percent) and barbecue sauce (10 percent). • 35 percent say the greatest weekend would include time with friends, followed by a weekend with no responsibilities (32 percent) and a weekend relaxing by the lake (28 percent). • Almost 35 percent (32 percent) say the greatest weekend ever would include waiting for someone to bring them food and drinks over planning the party themselves (26 percent) or manning the grill (27 percent). “The survey reveals we certainly hit the sweet spot with The Greatest Weekend Ever Sweepstakes for people who would be thrilled to spend a weekend relaxing lakeside with Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Kasey Kahne, firing up the grill while being served www.meadowlandsestates.com food and drinks, enjoying water sports and maybe even taking a ride in the Great Clips race car,” says Great Clips CEO, Rhoda Olsen. “We’re excited to make this dream weekend a reality for the sweepstakes winner.” The sweepstakes runs through Jan. 31, 2014. To enter, simply visit www.greatclips.com or text BBQ to 47328.

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Ethan’s Heroes to Host Quarter Auction to Benefit JDRF

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Endangered Wolf Center Announces New Lineup of Evening Howls for 2014 The Endangered Wolf Center has added a number of specialty howls to its evening events lineup for 2014. Among the new howls will be a, a S’mores Campfire Howl on Jan. 18 and a Ladies Night Out Howl on Jan. 24. In February, the lineup of specialty howls includes a Singles’ Only Wine & Cheese Howl, a Valentine’s Day Wine & Chocolate Howl, a Howling Hearts Howl, a Bingo Howl and a Chauvin Coffee Tasting Howl. Different specialty howls continue throughout the year, except for April, May and part of June when the Center closes for puppy season. Large groups can even reserve a private specialty howl on Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday nights. The popular family friendly Campfire Wolf Howls and adults-only Wine & Cheese Howls will still be offered every month on assorted Friday and Saturday evenings. For more information or to make reservations, please call 636.938.5900 or view the Events Calendar on the Endangered Wolf Center website at www.endangeredwolfcenter.org.

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Ethan’s Heroes will host a quarter auction at 6:30pm on Saturday, March 29 at the Maryland Heights Center to benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF). Each guest will be given a numbered bidding paddle upon entry. Each item up for bid will be displayed for all guests to see. The auctioneer will announce the item, its value and its bidding value, 25 cents to $2 based upon retail value. Once everyone has had an opportunity to place their bid and raise their paddle into the air, the auctioneer will draw a numbered ball. If the number on the paddle matches the number on the ball drawn, the guest wins that item. If a matching numbered paddle is not held up, the auctioneer will draw again, until we have a winner. Once we have a winner all balls will be placed back in the container and go to the next item to be auctioned. Retail values range from $25 up to $500 or over. The Ethan’s Heroes team formed four years ago by Ethan’s family and friends shortly after he was diagnosed Type 1 diabetes. In four years the team has raised nearly $50,000 and has introduced hundreds of people to JDRF. “We will tirelessly continue to ride, run, walk and fundraise until we have a cure,” said Ethan’s mother, Elizabeth. Tickets for the quarter auction are $15 per person, and include paddle, beer, soda and snacks. For information, call Elizabeth 314.584.9465 or e mail ecmfoss@gmail.com.

O’Fallon’s First-Time Home-Buyer Down Payment Assistance Program First-time homebuyers who are purchasing a house, condo or villa in the City of O’Fallon may be eligible for a zero-interest loan of $5,000 toward the down payment and closing costs if they meet HUD income qualifications and other criteria. In addition, first-time homebuyers will be required to take a housing counseling class and then fill out an application with one of three agencies that the City has contracted with. The agencies are: Northeast Community Action Committee 3400 Meadow Pointe Drive O’Fallon, MO 63366 800-748-7636 Beyond Housing/NHS 4156 Manchester St. Louis, MO 63110 314-533-0600 Better Family Life 5415 Page Avenue St. Louis, MO 63112 31.367-1843 To find out more about O’Fallon’s Down Payment Assistance Program, visit www.ofallon.mo.us/ grants-assistance and select down payment assistance program. Or contact Public Assistance Specialist Jessica Hawkins at 636.379.5411, or jhawkins@ofallon.mo.us.

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Chamber to Host Casino Night The Warrenton Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a Casino Night from 7-10pm on Saturday, Jan. 25 at the Warrenton Elks Lodge, 1101 East Veterans Memorial Parkway. There will be a $500 cash prize drawing, an oral auction, a raffle and a cash bar. The cost for the Casino Night is $20 per person in advance

or $25 at the door. Attire is casual and the Chamber asks that no coolers be brought to the event. Ace-level sponsors include First Bank of Warrenton and Ameren Missouri. Get your tickets early. For more information, or to purchase tickets, please contact 636.456.2530 or warrentoncoc@socket.net.

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Business Promotion Profile: Law Firm Brings a Client-Centered Approach to Legal Services Being an attorney means having a keen knowledge of the law as well as requiring a certain amount of diligence and dedication. According to the partners at one area law firm, having a client-centered attitude is also a necessary component. “We pride ourselves on being non-traditional attorneys. We’re very client-centered and focused on customer service,” said Amy Stokes-Christiansen, one-half of the Law Office of Corley and Christiansen in O’Fallon. Between the two partners, they bring a varied legal and academic background as well as courtroom experience to their firm. As a former prosecutor, Wendy Corley has substantial trial and courtroom experience. Corley worked for over five years in the Lincoln County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office where she managed a wide range of criminal and civil cases. During that time, she prosecuted mostly felony cases including drugs, domestic violence, child abuse, sex crimes, property crimes and DUI cases.

Amy Stokes-Christiansen received her undergraduate degree in criminal justice and psychology from the University of Missouri, where she graduated summa cum laude. She received her Juris Doctor from St. Louis University School of Law, where she graduated cum laude. Throughout her law school career, she was the recipient of numerous awards and accolades, and was inducted into the Order of the Woolsack for graduating in the top ten percent of her class. In addition to her academic achievements, StokesChristiansen has worked with the St. Louis University Legal Advocacy Clinic and the St Charles County Prosecuting Attorneys Office, advocating for the rights of abused women. She currently provides pro bono legal services to Legal Services of Eastern Missouri. The firm’s area of practice is predominately in the areas of family and criminal law. Some of the other areas of practice are small business collections and personal injury.

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Whatever the reason for hiring an attorney, the team at Corley and Christiansen knows that selecting a lawyer, especially for those who have never hired one before, can be an overwhelming experience. “The most important thing when selecting a lawyer is making sure there is a good fit between the client and the attorney,” said Stokes-Christiansen. The firm offers a free initial consultation to new clients, which serves as one way to ensure attorney-client fit. According to Stokes-Christian, equally as important as a good fit, is hiring a lawyer that can adjust their plan of action around the client’s needs and goals. “People should look for an attorney that is responsive to the client and one that will match their strategy to the client’s goals.” Corley and Christiansen is located at 2315 Technology Drive, Suite 119, O’Fallon. The firm also has an office in Troy as well, which is located at 124 Professional Parkway. For more information, call 636.336.0505.

St. Louis Green 2013-14 Holiday Light Recycling Drive St. Louis Green, in partnership with Walmart, is once again working to collect unwanted holiday lights. With over 300 collection sites, the partnership hopes to continue building off of last year’s success. According to St. Louis Green founder, Craig Jung, “Our goal this year is 136,000 pounds of lights diverted from local landfills.” Once collected, the lights will be recycled and sent back

to manufacturers to be used in new products. A portion of the drive proceeds will go to Operation Food Search, a St. Louis area food bank. Last year, the drive received two statewide awards. The Missouri Recycling Association honored both St. Louis Green and Walmart with its Outstanding Collection Program award.

In addition, the Missouri Waste Control Coalition gave the retailer and non-profit organization its Outstanding Achievement award for Environmental Stewardship. The 2013-2014 Holiday Light Drive is in its final few days and will run until the end of this week, so make sure you round up all the lights you can to turn in to your local participant. The pick-up routes are being made and St. Louis Green will continue picking up bins until Friday Jan. 17. If you have special accommodations for pick up, please email St. Louis Green at lights@stlouisgreen.com or call 314.222-8004. The organization will keep their website up to date with wrap-up information. to stay informed. St. Louis Green, Inc., was founded to address a need in the St. Louis community for information about green businesses, green products, and green events. Founder and Executive Director, Craig Jung, noticed that people were looking for information and education about sustainable lifestyles. In 2007, he created Visit StLouisGreen.com, a resource for everything green in the St. Louis region.

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Kaplan University to Host Annual Career Fair Kaplan University’s St Louis campus is hosting its annual career fair providing networking and career opportunities for all members of the community from 4-7pm on Thursday, Jan. 23 at 1807 Park 270, Suite 105. Over 45 local employers, including UPS, Waste Management, Starbucks, Hollywood Casino, St Louis County Police Department, McKesson, and Shop n’ Save will be present to talk about current job openings. Attendees are encouraged to bring copies of their resumes and dress appropriately for a job interview.

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Byerly RV: A Brief History

By Russ Patton, owner of Byerly RV Before the letters R.V. became a popular acronym for taking your home with you when you travel, Walter Byerly, a cabinet maker, began building travel trailers in the basement of his home in Kirkwood. In 1948 Byerly Trailer Manufacturing Company was officially organized and moved into its first building on Manchester Road in Des Peres. In the late 50s, my father, John Patton, started selling and renting folding camping trailers from his service station, which was located down the street from Byerly. While I was in Marine Corp boot camp in 1966, my father sold his service station and bought Byerly Trailer. I returned home in the early 1970s, joined the business and moved to a new facility at Manchester and Weidman Road. In 1984 I bought the company from my father, and in 1999 Byerly built a beautiful new facility in Eureka. Of course, this is a very brief outline of a very long, colorful and rich history of a great company. When I joined the company we had about seven employees and now we have over fortyfive. There are many family members involved and the rest of our employees are like family. In 2004, forty percent of the company was transferred to the employees. Since then, whenever someone asks to speak to the owner, there is a good chance they are already speaking to one. In fact, over the next few months, I hope to introduce you to some of our team, who are responsible for Byerly RV becom-

ing the largest motorhome dealer in Missouri and consistently a leader in fifth wheels, travel trailers, folding and truck campers and RV rentals. We stock RVs from $5,000 to $500,000, so we believe we really have an RV for anyone who gets the urge to travel and get away but still enjoy the comforts of home. Please visit us online at www.byerlyrv.com to learn about upcoming events, sales and seminars. Or better yet, come visit us at 295 E. Fifth St. in Eureka, just one exit east of Six Flags on I-44. You will experience one of the most beautiful and complete RV dealers in the Midwest. Byerly RV- “The Center of the RV World.”

City of O’Fallon to Present Proposed I-70 Traffic Flow Improvements at Open House A public open house is being held from 4-7pm on Thursday, Jan. 16 at O’Fallon City Hall to show proposed plans for improving Interstate 70 (I-70) between Mid Rivers Mall Drive on the east and Bryan Road on the west. Citizens are encouraged to attend, review the plans and give their feedback. The open house is part of the I-70 Traffic Flow Improvements Project. The goals of this project are to improve traffic flow, reduce congestion, improve safety, and enhance economic conditions along the I-70 corridor. The City of O’Fallon is managing the project, in cooperation with the Missouri Department of Transportation, St. Charles County, and the City of St. Peters. Over the past decade, traffic along the I-70 corridor in O’Fallon has been increasing at a dramatic rate. Currently more than 116,000 vehicles travel between Mid Rivers Mall Drive and Bryan Road daily, causing severe traffic congestion. If this is not addressed, the traffic increase will have a significant impact on O’Fallon’s quality of life. The changes being proposed are designed to reduce the number of traffic signals and significantly lessen wait times throughout the area. Businesses along the outer roads will have new opportunities as traffic will be exiting the highway onto roads that run right in front of their locations. The City is also preparing a “wayfinding” signage plan to help direct vehicles to their destinations. Alternatives are also being considered to improve the Highway 79 interchange and enhance outer road connectivity between TR Hughes and Mid Rivers Mall Drive. Finally, plans will look at corridor enhancements such as bicycle lanes and pedestrian facilities. For more information, please visit www.ofallon.mo.us/trafficflowproject.

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Lindenwood University Appoints Schroeder Dean of New School of Sport, Recreation and Exercise Sciences

Cynthia Schroeder, PhD, dean of the School of Sport, Recreation, and Exercise Sciences at Lindenwood University. Photo courtesy of Lindenwood University

Cynthia Schroeder, PhD, has been appointed dean of the newly created School of Sport, Recreation, and Exercise Sciences at Lindenwood University. By the start of the fall 2014 semester, the new school will deliver many programs previously offered through the School of Education and School of American Studies. It will house all undergraduate degree pro-

grams in athletic training, physical education and health, recreation administration, and exercise science, the latter of which includes a popular minor in nutrition and a graduate program in human performance. Schroeder said the creation of the school was prompted by strong growth in all areas of health and fitness sciences, exercise science, and recreation administration. She pointed out that she’s already received approval to add an adapted sports recreation minor to the program lineup and emphasized that her focus moving forward will be on increasing growth in all areas of the school. Schroeder was hired full-time at Lindenwood in 2010 as an associate professor in the Department of Health and Fitness Sciences and has served as department chair and coordinator of the human performance graduate program. She holds a doctoral de-

gree from the University of Kansas and has numerous publications, presentations, and professional experiences to her credit. “Cynthia will be creating the foundations of an exciting new academic school with the help of some of the most experienced, knowledgeable, and dedicated faculty in the areas of sports, recreation, and exercise science,” said Lindenwood President James D. Evans, PhD. “I have every confidence in her leadership and the talented faculty members who are joining forces with her to create what promises to be a fast-growing and vital new school at Lindenwood.” To learn more about degree programs offered through the Lindenwood University School of Sport, Recreation, and Exercise Sciences, please contact the Office of Admissions at 636.949.4949 or admissions@ lindenwood.edu.

For District Staff, A Different Kind of Snow Day While students enjoyed snow days last week, staff members who run the before and after care programs for the St. Charles School District were back at work on Wednesday, Jan. 8. The Project Read and Reach and Kidz Care staff members met for a morning of professional develop-

ment that focused on character education, or teaching children traits that will help them get along in society. Diane Stirling, of Character Plus, led the session which introduced 10 essential components to infuse character education into student learning. One topic she highlighted was the importance of linking what happens in the classroom with the lessons taught before and after school. Chrissy Fitzpatrick, Before and after care staff in the St. Charles School District received professional development trainYouth Program Coordi- ing on character education on Jan. 8 while students had a snow day. Photo by Kalen Ponche, St. Charles Adult and Community Education nator, said Stirling had a lot of great suggestions “(Stirling) really helped me to explore ways we can for group activities to try with children. improve our character ed program,” Fitzpatrick said. One, called ice sculptures, invites a group “I walked away with skills and strategies we can imof students to act out a scene from a story plement right away.” and discuss it. She said the staff members also learned a lot about The staff members did a practice ice one another by participating in the training. sculptures from “The Story of Ruby Bridg“We walked away feeling more unified,” she said. es,” which tells the true story of a young Project Read and Reach is a before and after school African-American girl who enrolled in academic program for elementary school students a white school. They talked about Ruby’s that offers students literacy, character education and perseverance. service opportunities. This year, it’s offered at Blackhurst and Lincoln Elementary Schools. Kidz Care is an extended day child care program offered at Blackhurst and Monroe Elementary Schools. Both Project Read and Reach and Kidz Care are programs of St. Charles Adult and Community Education.

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Movie

“The Wolf of Wall Street”

By Steve Bryan - Rated: R

It’s easy to trace the current economic climate back to the 1990’s, a period of greed and excess in the financial world. The Wolf of Wall Street, the new film from director Martin Scorsese, focuses on a notorious broker who should be held accountable for at least some of America’s financial woes. Leonardo DiCaprio turns in an energetic, engaging performance as Jordan Belfort, a stock broker who arrived on Wall Street in the 1980’s with big dreams and an empty pocket. Belfort began as a low-ranking trainee at a legitimate firm, but the stock market meltdown of October 1987 left him without a job or legitimate prospects. Belfort eventually lands at a “boiler room” operation where brokers push low-priced stocks The Wolf of Wall Street photo courtesy of Paramont Pictures over the phone. Once they have pumped the decided that other people’s hard-earned money bestock price up to record levels, the brokerage firm sells longed in their pockets or up their noses. One movie its own holdings. The brokers make a killing on com- about them is more than enough. missions, but their hapless customers lose a fortune as Jonah Hill continues to hone his dramatic acting the stock price plummets. skills in The Wolf of Wall Street. Playing Belfort’s partWith his charming sales techniques, Belfort quick- ner Danny Porush, Hill embodies the wide-eyed greed ly becomes the king of “pump-and-dump.” He even of the 1990’s, especially on Wall Street. Rob Reiner also founds Stratton Oakmont, a preshas a small, but memorable role as tigious-sounding brokerage firm in Belfort’s flustered father Max. Hill, Scorsese’s latest film is Reiner, and the rest of the talented Long Island, New York. It is there that Belfort and his associates make fast and funny, but it will supporting cast help obscene amounts of money, spendleave audiences feeling flesh out the story. ing their profits on every vice imagScorsese’s latest film is empty and angry. inable. fast and funny, but it will Jordan Belfort is—and probably leave audiences feeling always will be—a distasteful fellow. Yet, Leonardo Di- empty and angry. Though it is easy to disCaprio is amazing as this real-life con artist and crook. miss the onscreen antics as pure Hollywood, Unfortunately, Belfort is just one of many brokers who the sad truth is that thousands lost mil-

lions to this man. Now a motivational speaker, Belfort relinquishes half his earnings to pay back his victims, but some will never recover from this loss. The Wolf of Wall Street is an intriguing movie, but the real Belfort remains an arrogant blowhard. His Facebook page is filled with congratulatory statements, some from “friends” he met in federal prison. He’s an interesting character, but you may need an antacid after three hours of his onscreen antics. The Wolf of Wall Street, rated R for sequences of strong sexual content, graphic nudity, drug use and language throughout, and for some violence, current is playing in theaters. 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.

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Sports

Gary Baute Former Timberland Football Player in the AFC Championship Monty Ball played his high school ball with the Wentzville Timberland High Wolves and presently holds the rushing record of 8,222-yards in his four year high school career as a running back. His college days saw him as a Badger playing for the University of Wisconsin. In his four years there, he attained many NCAA records: - Tied for the most rushing touchdowns. - Most consecutive games with two or more touchdowns. - Most points scored by a non-kicker The Denver Broncos selected Ball in the 2nd round, 58th overall in the 2013 NFL Draft. Watch for Ball this Sunday as the Denver Broncos host the New England Patriots. Ball has been able to play under number 28 in both college and the NFL. * Hard work pays off

Dan Dierdorf (third from right) with Jackie Smith (second from the right), Hall of Fame St. Louis Football Cardinal. Photo courtesy of Gary Baute

He played 13 years for the ‘cardiac’ St. Louis Football Cardinals and was in the broadcast booth for the National Football League (NFL) for 28 years. Among his many awards as a player, he was selected to six Pro Bowls and in 1996 was enshrined in the NFL Hall of Fame. As a broadcaster in 2008, Dierdorf was the recipient NFL Player and Broadcaster from St. Louis Re- of the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Pete Rozelle RadioTelevision Award. tires He and the quarterback of the Cardinals at the time, Dan Dierdorf is widely known regionally, and more Jim Hart, opened several Dierdorf & Harts restaurants importantly right here in the Show Me state. that have since closed. The St. Louis Walk Of Fame has a star Fill in the blank squares in the grid, making honoring him and he involved with KTRS sure that every row, column and 3-by-3 box the Big 550 radio station. includes all the digits 1 through 9. *Classy guy

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Recent Awards Handed Out To Ambush Players Jeff Richey the St. Louis Ambush goalkeeper was named to the Major Indoor Soccer League’s (MISL) Team of the Week for the eighth week of the 2013-14 regular season. In games played Jan. 3 and 4 at the Family Arena, he recorded 37-saves. The first contest he stopped 25 on 31 attempts against the first-place Milwaukee Wave. The next night against the Rochester Lancers, Richey rejected 12 of 18-attempts and his efforts kept the game close enough that the Ambush were able to stage a dramatic comeback on goals by Dan Antoniuk and Kory Dowell in the last two minutes of the game. The Ambush’s forwards Kory Dowell and Odaine Sinclair each earned honorable mention for their play. Dowell had a seven-point week with a three-point goal and an assist in one game and the three-point gamewinning goal the next night. Dowell is tied for the most three-point goals in the league with five and his recent three-pointer marks the second time he has done so in the last minute of a game. Sinclair put two goals in the net and had an assist in a game. The Ambush play next on Saturday, Feb. 1 against the Milwaukee squad. For all the information, visit stlouisambush.com. *More hardware for the club 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, among many other activities. Currently he broadcasts a radio show on 590 ‘The Man’ and 1380 ‘The Woman.’

Oldest Pick: “The Great Trouble: A Mystery of London, the Blue Death and a Boy Called Eel” Community News is proud to offer our readers “Book Buzz.” This column will feature great books for children in three categories: Youngest Pick: early childhood to the first or second grade, Middle Pick: elementary school children, and Oldest Pick: middle school children. Enjoy!

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The Great Trouble: A Mystery of London, the Blue Death and a Boy Called Eel, is a pageturner for readers 8 to 88, another masterful historical fiction title by Deborah Hopkinson. Eel is an impoverished orphan eking out a living in London to support himself and his little brother. A street boy and “mudlark,” Eel combs the filthy Thames for bits of things that will net him a few coins. It’s a hardscrabble existence that goes from bad to worse when the Blue Death, later identified as cholera, begins to take lives. Through a series of circumstances, Eel begins working with the real-life Dr. John Snow. A London physician, Dr. Snow, is credited with identifying the cause of cholera, putting an end to epidemics like the Broad Street scourge that took the lives of 616 people in 1854, the dramatic backdrop around which Hopkinson fashions her entertaining and informative new novel. It’s another great read from an author who has made the genre her life’s work.

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Recipes:

Gather Around Hearty, Comforting Foods

Keep warm with hearty dishes that satisfy appetites and comfort food cravings. From russets to reds, fingerlings to purples, the hearty potato comes in many beautiful varieties that add color and texture to beloved comfort dishes. Bring out the flavors of your down-home creation by pairing it with a perfectly suited wine. Comforting Complements A spicy red with raspberry and peppery flavors, Zinfandel pairs particularly well with the flavors of winter — the season where comfort food is king. When searching for the perfect complement to your hearty, comfort fare, go for wines that deliver on quality at a fair price.

Discover Amador County, an up-and-coming wine region nestled in the rolling Sierra Foothills of California, through the wines of Renwood Winery. The winery runs under the direction of Joe Shebl, a talented winemaker whose artistic vision and passion for both Zinfandel and Amador County shows in every bottle. For more information, visit www.renwood.com. One Healthy Spud Beyond their appearance in some of the most beloved dishes, potatoes also boast many benefits to your diet. Here are few reasons to add this versatile vegetable into meals: Potassium — Potatoes are a great source of potassium, which may help lower high blood pressure, mak-

ing them a heart-healthy choice. In fact, potatoes contain more potassium than a banana or spinach. Vitamins — A spud a day may keep the cold germs away. One medium-sized spud has nearly half the recommended daily value of vitamin C and is also a good source of vitamin B6. Dietary fiber — Potatoes are also a source of dietary fiber, a complex carbohydrate, which is known to increase satiety and help with weight loss. Gluten free — Potatoes are a naturally gluten-free food, so those with gluten sensitivity can enjoy this flavorful vegetable. For more on potatoes and healthy recipe ideas, visit www.eatwisconsinpotatoes.com.

Healthy Potato Lasagna

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Yield: 4 servings

Pair with Renwood Zinfandel, California

Quick & Healthy Slow Cooker Chicken & Potatoes

Pair with Renwood Premier Old Vine Zinfandel, Amador County

Ingredients: 5 pounds bone-in short ribs, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup vegetable oil 2 cups water 1 1/3 cups Renwood Zinfandel 1 medium onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 2 teaspoons salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 beef bouillon cubes 6 large Wisconsin potatoes, washed, peeled and quartered 1/2 pound small fresh mushrooms, cleaned and trimmed 1 package (10 ounces) frozen whole green beans 1 can (16 ounces) peeled whole tomatoes, undrained

Ingredients: 2 links Italian turkey sausage (3 1/2 ounces each) 1 1/2 cups chopped onion 1 cup fat-free ricotta cheese 1 teaspoon dried basil or Italian seasoning 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 egg white 2 cups marinara sauce, divided 1 1/4 pounds Wisconsin Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced, divided 1 cup part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese, divided Directions: 1. Remove sausage from casing and crumble into medium skillet with onion. 2. Cook for 10 minutes or until both are browned, breaking up sausage with back of spoon. 3. Stir together ricotta, basil, garlic powder and egg white in small bowl. 4. Spread 1/2 cup marinara sauce in bottom of 9-inch square baking dish. 5. Place 1/3 of the potatoes in the bottom of the dish, forming solid layer with no gaps. 6. Drop 1/2 ricotta mixture in spoonfuls over top and spread out just a little. 7. Sprinkle with 1/3 of mozzarella and 1/2 sausage mixture. 8. Add 1/2 cup more sauce then repeat potato, cheese and meat layers. 9. Top with last layer of potatoes, remaining sauce and mozzarella. 10. Cover with plastic wrap and make small slit to vent. 11. Microwave on high for 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

Yield: 6 servings

Directions: 1. Dredge ribs in flour to coat; reserve leftover flour. 2. Heat oil in 8-quart Dutch oven on moderate heat. 3. Add half of ribs and brown on all sides. Once browned, remove ribs. Repeat instructions for remaining ribs. 4. Stir in the reserved flour. While stirring, add 1 cup water and wine and stir until thickened. 5. Return ribs to the pan. 6. Add onion, garlic, salt, pepper and bouillon and bring to a boil. 7. Cover and lower heat to simmer for about 1 hour, or until ribs are tender. 8. Remove ribs with slotted spoon and cover with foil to keep warm. 9. Add potatoes, mushrooms and beans. Simmer 20 to 30 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. 10. Add ribs and tomatoes with liquid, and heat through. 11. Use slotted spoon to remove meat and vegetables to large serving platter. 12. Remove gravy to serving container and serve with ribs.

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Pair with Renwood Zinfandel, Fiddletown Ingredients: 2 teaspoons Herbs de Provence (or combination of dried thyme, fennel, basil & savory) 1 teaspoon garlic salt Freshly ground pepper to taste 1/2 cup flour 1 tablespoon canola oil 4 small (2 pounds) bone-inchicken breasts, skin removed 1 1/4 pounds small Wisconsin red potatoes 3/4 cup frozen, thawed pearl onions 1 cup small baby carrots 3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth 8 ounces small baby bella or white mushrooms Chopped fresh thyme (optional) Directions: 1. Combine Herbs de Provence, garlic salt, and pepper on a dinner plate. 2. Spoon flour onto a second dinner plate. 3. Coat each chicken breast with herb mixture; then dredge in flour. 4. Heat oil in a large skillet. 5. Add chicken and cook over medium-high heat until chicken is golden brown on both sides (approximately 3 to 4 minutes per side). If necessary, cook chicken in two batches so as not to crowd the pan. 6. Once browned, place chicken in large slow cooker and add all remaining ingredients, except fresh thyme. 7. Cover slow cooker and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 8 hours. 8. Sprinkle with fresh thyme before serving, if desired.

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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! EVENTS January 15: 2014 Regional Investors Summit.Technology Leadership. 8-10am at Lindenwood University, Spellmann Center, 209 S. Kingshighway Street, St. Charles. Program is complimentary, seating is limited. January 25-26: St. Charles Kennel Club, Inc. All Breed Dog Show and Obedience Trial 8am-5pm at The National Equestrian Center, 6880 Lake St. Louis Blvd. For more information, call 636.561.8080. February 7: Father/Daughter Sweetheart Dance 6:30-8:30pm at Lake Saint Louis Banquet Center. For dads with daughters ages 3-10. Dinner, DJ, balloon artist and a complimentary picture. $44/couple for Residents, $55/couple for Non-residents, $12.50 for each additional child. Register at www.lakesaintlouis.com, click on Parks and Recreation, Father/Daughter Dance or call 636.561.4620. Ongoing Events

1st Monday: Gardeners of St. Charles County Monthly Meeting 6:30pm. Location varies. 314.304.7480. 4th Monday: American Legion Post 388 Meets 6:30 pm at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 8945 Vets. Mem. Pkwy. 636.219.0553. Every Monday: St. Peters Rotary Club Noon at St. Peters City Hall, One St. Peters Centre Blvd. www.stpetersrotary.org. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday: Fitness First Exercise Classes 9:30-10:30am, American Legion Hall, 504 Luetkenhaus Blvd., Wentzville. 314.369.6521. 1st Tuesday: Fleur de Lis Garden Society 6:30pm at the Kisker Road Library, 1000 Kisker Road. Info: Jeanne at 314.605.8563. 2nd Tuesday: Show-me Stitchers Embroiderer’s Guild of America 7pm at the Ladue Chapel. Info: www.showmestitchers.com.

4th Tuesday: O’Fallon Garden Club. 6:30pm at Sunrise Methodist Church, 7116 Twin Chimney Blvd. Info: Barb at 636.978.5930. Every Tuesday: Kiwanis Club of St. Charles Noon - 1 pm at the Columns Banquet Center in St. Charles. Every Tuesday: Quilting Guild at the O’Fallon Family YMCA 1-4pm Free. Quilt for local charities. No sewing experience required. Every Tuesday: Toastmasters Meeting 7 pm at the Renaud Spirit Center, 2650 Tri Sports Circle, O’Fallon. Info: 636.379.2505. Every Tuesday & Thursday: Tai Chi at the St. Charles County Family YMCA 8-9am & 10:15-11:15am. No experience necessary. 636-928-1928. Tuesdays & Thursdays: Get Fit Exercise Classes 9-10am and 5:30-6:30pm at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church Hall, New Melle. 314.369.6521. Every Wednesday: Active Older Adults Game Day at the O’Fallon Family YMCA 10am Free. Bring a favorite snack to share. Anybody welcome. Every Wednesday: Crossroads Cribbage Club 10am Meets at 1380 Boone St., Troy, MO 63379. 636.528.8379.

Every Wednesday: Men’s Golf League 5pm, tee off at 5:30 pm at Heritage of Hawk Ridge. www.lakesaintlouis.com, under the parks and recreation section. Every Wednesday: Charity Bingo 6:45pm VFW Post 5077 sponsors, at VFW Hall, 8500 Veterans Mem. Pkwy., O’Fallon. 636.272.1945 or www.vfwpost5077.org. 1st & 3rd Wednesday: St. Charles Area Wood Carvers 7pm at Weldon Spring Site Remedial Action Project, 7295 Hwy. 94 South, St. Charles. Visitors welcome! Every Thursday: Kiwanis Club of St. Peters 6:30am at IHOP (3851 Veteran’s Memorial Pkwy St. Peters). 636.328.4941. Every Thursday: Kiwanis Club of O’Fallon 11:45am Meets at JJ’s Restaurant in O’Fallon. Info: www.ofkiwanis. com. Every Thursday: O’Fallon Rotary Club Lunch Noon at The Holy Cross Lutheran Church (8945 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, across from Fort Zumwalt Park). Visitors welcome. 636.980.1777. Every Thursday: Yoga at The St. Charles County Family YMCA 7-7:55pm Any level. Info: 636.928.1928. 2nd & 4th Thursday: Alexander

Chapter 242/Eastern Star St. Charles Masonic Lodge, 2051 Collier Corporate Parkway, St. Charles. 636.577.0056. Every Friday: Moms Play Group 10am at LSL Community Association, 100 Cognac Ct., Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367. 314.479.0306, andreacrislip@gmail.com or www. lslmothersclub.com. Every Friday: VFW Fish Fry 3-8pm VFW Post 2866. 66 VFW Lane. Call Bill Sams, 636.724.9612. Every Saturday: Chess 8-11am or later in the food court at Mid Rivers Mall in St. Peters. 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. Every Saturday: Charity Bingo 6:30pm, doors open at 4pm. Wentzville Community Club (500 West Main, Wentzville 63385). www.wentzvillefleamarket.org or www.facebook.com/wentzvillecommunity-club. 1st & 3rd Saturday: St Peters Square Dance Club Dances 6:30pm. 1st United Methodist Church, 801 First Capital Dr. www.squaredancestcharles.com. 2nd Sunday: Moscow Mills Lions Breakfast 7am - noon, September - April. Moscow Community Center, Hwy C. $7/adult, $4/child, under 6 free. www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/moscowmills.

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2nd Sunday: The Wheelers and Dealers Square Dance 7pm. Blanchette Park, 1900 W Randolph St. www.squaredancestcharles.com. CHURCH January 17-18: Northside Church of Christ special Bible Series 7pm on Jan. 17, 10am & 11am on Jan. 18. 2309 Markoe Avenue. Everyone is welcome! Info: 636.293.5030.

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Free Mammogram Screenings SSM Health Care offers free mammogram screenings to women who have no health insurance. Appointments are available at SSM St. Joseph Health Center, 300 First Capitol Drive in St. Charles and SSM St. Joseph Hospital West, 100 Medical Plaza in Lake Saint Louis. Info: Karen at 636.947.5617. Diabetes Prevention Program Helping those at high risk for type 2 diabetes adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles to reduce chances of developing the disease. Held at participating YMCA’s throughout the St. Louis and St. Charles areas. This program is part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-led National Diabetes Prevention Program. Contact Joyce Hoth at 314-436-1177. Crisis Nursery Committed to preventing child abuse and neglect, the Crisis Nursery provides short-term, safe havens to children, birth through age 12, whose families are faced with an emergency or crisis. 24hour helpline: 314.768.3201. Or 636.947.0600, www.crisisnurserykids.org Support Groups Daily: 12 Step Recovery Club 204 G West Pittman, O’Fallon. Info: Mike at 636.240.1722 or www.212club.org. Every Monday: BILY (Because I Love You) Parent Support Group 7:30pm at First United Methodist Church, 801 First Capitol Dr.,

St. Charles. For parents only. Free. Focus on teens/young adults who act out. Help Line 314.993.7550.

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1st & 3rd Mondays: Sharing Losses Through Bereavement 1-2:30pm. at SSM Home Care & Hospice, 1187 Corporate Lake Drive. Registration: 314.776.3627.

1st Tuesday: Parkinson’s Support Group 1-2pm at the Community Commons in Spencer Road Library. Info: Alicia Wildhaber at 636.926.3722.

Every Mon.: Tobacco Free for Life Want to Quit Smoking? For support, call Ellen, register nurse at SSM St. Joseph Hospital, 636.947.5304. 1st Mon.: Better Breathers Club Those w/chronic lung disease. St. Joseph Health Cntr., 300 1st Capitol Dr., St. Charles. Free lunch. 636.947.5684. 3rd Monday: Walking for Wellness-STOP HEROIN Life After Loss Support Group 7-8:30pm at Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital, Medical Office Building, 6 Jungermann Circle, Ste. 212, St. Peters. Discuss loss of your loved one and heal. 314.630.9222 or geevigna@charter.net. 12 Step Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Meets in 4 locations in the metro St Louis area. metrostlouissia@ gmail.com. • 1st and 3rd Monday: 9:30-11am 500 Medical Dr in Wentzville; doctors dining room of St Joseph Hospital; contact 636.561.0389. • 2nd and 4th Tuesday: 6:30-8pm 2 Progress Point Parkway in

2nd Wednesday: Noon Luncheon Shiloh United Methodist Church, 1515 Hwy T, Foristell, 636.673.2144. HEALTH Cancer Survivor Fitness Program Free for all cancer patients and survivors. A 12-week program with trained instructors to help participants regain energy and improve stamina. St. Charles County Family YMCA, 636-928-1928. Diabetes Self Management Training (DSMT) Available with a doctor’s order. 636.949.9600 or Patty Shelton at 636.947.5573.

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4th Tues: Diabetes Support Group 6:30-7:30pm At HW Koenig Med Bldg, St Joseph Hosp. West. 636.625.5447 Every Wednesday: Co-Dependents (CODA) Anonymous Meeting 8pm, 2800 Elm St., St. Charles. Separate brick house behind church complex. Contact Julie at 636.397.8676. This meeting is for women only. 1st Wed: Missouri/Illinois Multiple Myeloma Support Group 10-11am at St. Joseph Medical Park: Education Room, 1475 Kisker Road, St. Charles. RSVP is appreciated at 636.447.9006 or hoss4twa@sbcglobal.net. 3rd Wed. 6:30–8 pm KidsCan! Siteman Cancer Center, BarnesJewish St. Peters Hosp., 150 Entrance Way, St. Peters. Support children 4–12 w/parent/significant caregiver w/cancer. 1st Thursday: Nurses & Com-

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Over the Fence

Joe Morice

Winter Driving Rules Revisited Various safety organizations, committees and for all I know, the Flat Earth Society have for many years, issued advice and rules-of-thumb for winter driving. These rules-of-thumb shouldn’t be confused with rules-of-dumb which pertain to licensing procedures that end up licensing nearly everybody including nearsighted boobs and escaped convicts. Since we’ve already experienced the first blast of arctic weather, it behooves me to join the ranks of safety folks and give advice to drivers. Such as rule 1: If the roads are icy, stay home. This is in lieu of other suggestions for driving on slippery roads like advising drivers to steer into a skid. What fun is that? If you steer away from it and tromp the accelerator, you can do donuts. When we were teenagers, it was great fun to spin the family car end-for-end on icy streets. We tried to see how many revolutions we could complete before running out of momentum or encountering immovable objects, cops or irate parents. Since working folks are often obliged to show up in spite of blizzards, monsoons, tornadoes and earthquakes, they should learn to deal with driving in them. It’s almost as easy as dealing with lane hogs jabbering on cell phones. Thus rule 2: If you have to stop fast or turn quickly on slippery roads to avoid stalled traffic or drivers that stopped to mix a cocktail, refer to rule one. 3: If you see a semi bearing down on your tail on slippery roads, look for a soft place to dive into. Watch for a large snow drift or perhaps an off ramp long enough to stop before getting T-boned sliding through an intersection. If you find yourself facing an icy uphill grade, slowing down before you get to it

doesn’t work well but it happens when some white-knuckled booby slows down in front of you. In this case, 4: Buy a large all-wheel drive, knobby-tired truck with a huge steel bumper on the front to bump slowpokes out of your way. If you don’t, it’s rule 5: Close your eyes and pray that seat belts and air-bags work when you bounce off the white-knuckled slowpoke and careen into a bridge abutment. Rules for dealing with macho morons in four-wheel drive trucks and SUV’s are important too. They have better traction for driving on slippery roads but haven’t a prayer of stopping while showing off their macho wagons by weaving through traffic as if they were in the Blues Brothers movie. Thus it’s safer to use rule 6: Mount a radar-controlled anti-tank gun on your car roof to destroy approaching macho wagons you spot in your mirror. If they’re knocked out of commission, it’s okay inasmuch as they’ll soon land in the ditch or crash into a white-knuckled booby anyway. If, by happenstance, you find yourself in a fender-bender, remember rule 7: Do not admit guilt even if you went airborne over a hill and landed on another car. If there are no injuries as happens when the crashee discovers the crasher has no insurance, it’s rule 8: Get the cars off the road if possible. If there are injuries, rule 9: Call 911 on your cell phone and wait for an ambulance while the passing, rubber-neckers threaten you in murderous contempt. Perhaps a Kevlar vest should be added to your list of safety devices but remember; standing at port arms with an assault rifle will only bring the swat team and numerous holes in your anatomy. Good luck winter drivers and may your air bags never jam your cell phones up your nose. Joe Morice is Community News’s blue-collar philosopher. He was born and raised in Missouri and spent most of his childhood on a farm and adulthood operating big machines. He has no formal training as a writer, unless 60 years of writing about any and everything counts. The opinions expressed in this column are Joe Morice’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.