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O’Fallon’s Heritage and Freedom Fest has become one of the largest celebrations in the region By Brett Auten It’s that time of year. Hot weather, shorts and tank tops; a cold beverage, tasty food, and children filled with boundless energy. It’s time to celebrate America’s birthday and O’Fallon’s Heritage and Freedom Fest is the place to be with carnival rides, free fireworks, free concerts and sideshows Located at the Ozzie Smith Sports Complex, 900 T.R. Hughes Boulevard, O’Fallon, the holiday weekend will be overflowing with fireworks displays, big-name headliners, unique sideshows, Kids’ Zone activities, carnival rides and festival food. Over the last six years, the Heritage and Freedom Fest has grown to be the largest event in the county. “I think it’s a combination of things,” O’Fallon Tom Drabelle O’Fallon Director of Public Relations said. “We have national touring acts, which draws people from other states, and you can come to the event, spend the entire day and not spend a dime if you like. I think people appreciate that and it makes it a draw around the county and the surrounding area.” This time of year is always a hectic one for local hotels as more and more non-county residents have marked the Heritage and Freedom Fest as their destination for the Fourth of July weekend.

“We try to put on an event that makes O’Fallon a tourist destination,” Drabelle said. “It has become a regional draw and it exposes people to St. Charles County and O’Fallon. The hotels are filled and it’s a great time to promote local businesses.” The O’Fallon Heritage and Freedom Fest has been running for over 30 years and an estimated 150,000 people were a part of the crowd in 2014. This year, headline musical acts Gloriana, Smash Mouth, LoCash, Toad the Wet Sprocket and special guest Tonic will perform on the festival’s Main Stage on Thursday and Friday. Popular regional bands the Well Hungarians and Superjam also will perform. “With free festival admission, free headline entertainment, two nights of exceptional fireworks displays, free sideshows, and a great Fourth of July parade with prizes for the best entries, O’Fallon’s celebration has become the biggest and most popular in the area,” said Marsha Seymour, O’Fallon’s manager of Tourism and Festivals. “This year, visitors will be treated to an expanded fairground with a new entrance on T.R. Hughes Boulevard and new attractions.” The party starts on Thursday with gravity-defying carnival rides for adults and teens, fun rides for younger kids and a colorful midway with games and concessions from 5-10 p.m. New this year, DJ Beezie Boyer will take

audience requests for songs from 6-10 p.m. Unlimited ride wristbands can be purchased at the carnival for $20 each for use on Thursday only. There will be no fireworks on Thursday. Country music headliners Gloriana and LoCash take the stage on July 3. One of the best party bands of the last couple of decades takes over on Saturday as Smash Mouth and friends take over the Main Stage on Saturday along with Toad the Wet Sprocket and Tonic. Watch fireworks on Friday and Saturday Gather the family and friends, line up your blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy one of the area’s most dazzling fireworks displays, the Jena “Dusty” Mielke Fireworks Spectacular, which will light up the sky at 10:15 p.m. on July 3 and 9:30 p.m. on July 4. Please come early; T.R. Hughes Blvd. and Cool Springs Industrial Drive will temporarily close for one hour before fireworks start. Free activities in the Kids’ Zone on Friday and Saturday When they’re not bouncing on giant inflatables or playing games, kids can get face painting and decorate a visor or sunglasses to wear in the Kids’ Zone. A free diaper-changing station will be available. Open noon – 9:45 p.m. on Friday and noon – 9 p.m. on Saturday. See FEST on page 2

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O’Fallon’s Disabled Transportation Program helps area residents O’Fallon residents who are legally-disabled may be eligible for a ride to medical appointments, grocery shopping, personal care and banking through the city’s Disabled Transportation Program. The once-a-month service is free. “This is a valuable program requested by our disabled residents,” said Jessica Hawkins, O’Fallon’s Public Assistance Specialist. “For adults who don’t drive and who meet the

9 Movie

“Inside Out” takes a daring, inspired trip into the mind.

10 Sports and Learn & Play

Local with sports Gary B. Also, check out the Local Author Spotlight.

11 Recipe

Easy treats for the 4th of July.

12 What’s Happening

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qualifications, the service will provide a measure of independence.” To qualify for the program, residents must provide legal proof of Social Security disability, such as a copy of the award letter and/or their Medicare part A & B card, as well as photo identification with proof of their O’Fallon address, and a copy of a current utility bill such as a bill for phone, gas, electric, water or trash collection. To schedule a ride, residents should contact the service provider, ZipCare Transportation, 48 hours in advance by calling 314-292-7302 ext. 380. Or, submit a request online through the company’s website, www.zipcaretransportation.com. For more information, contact Ms. Hawkins at 636-379-5411, or jhawkins@ofallon.mo.us.

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FEST from Cover Festival parking July 3–4 General Parking: Free parking is available off Tom Ginnever Avenue at Fort Zumwalt North and Christian high schools. Air conditioned buses will drop patrons near the festival grounds. Premium Parking: Enjoy the festivities without the hassle by purchasing a prime parking spot near the festival entrance for $10 on a first-come basis in the T.R. Hughes Ballpark west-side parking lot (off Tom Ginnever). ADA-Accessible Parking: Free parking for the disabled, only, will only be available in the north lot just outside T.R. Hughes Ballpark. A handicapped license plate or tag must be displayed for admission. Please note: • No general parking will be allowed at this lot. • No ADA-accessible parking will be available at any other parking lot. • Because the new entrance to the Fairgrounds is adjacent to the ADA-accessible parking, no shuttles will be provided from the lot to the festival entrance. Tips for enjoying the festival • Dress for summertime comfort, stay hydrated and use sunscreen. If you feel overheated,

cool down and get a drink of water in the air-conditioned Heat Relief Tent, free. Also, EMS will be stationed near the festival entrance. • Coolers and small backpacks are permitted on festival grounds but they may be subject to search by police officers, park rangers and parks personnel, including at the festival entrance. Also, for everyone’s safety and security, the following items are not allowed: • No fireworks; it is illegal to possess, purchase or light fireworks in O’Fallon • No pets or animals of any kind, except service animals such as seeing-eye dogs • No bikes, skateboards, scooters, skates, rollerblades or any motorized vehicles including coolers • No glass containers of any kind • No guns or weapons of any kind Want to volunteer? Get behind-the-scenes experience helping with O’Fallon’s Heritage & Freedom Fest and the parade. To volunteer, contact Volunteer Services at volunteer@ofallon. mo.us or 636-379-5417. For more information, including a sample of each band’s best-known songs and a schedule, visit www.heritageandfreedomfest.com.

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Youth Tour delegates visit U.S. Capitol Ninety-seven high school juniors from Missouri participated in the 51st anniversary of National Rural Electric Cooperative Association’s (NRECA) Youth Tour in Washington, D.C. June 12-18. Local delegates were Hannah Baalman, Dardenne Prairie; Alexa and Madison Jones, O’Fallon; Alexandra Hudelson, Old Monroe; Jessica Hoelting, Moscow Mills; and Sarah Hoelscher, Warrenton. They were sponsored by Cuivre River Electric Cooperative (CREC), Troy. The seven-day tour provided an action-filled week for high school students, offering them opportunities to learn firsthand what it’s like to be involved in politics, community service and today’s pressing issues. Highlights included a special session on Capitol Hill with U.S. Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer to discuss the process of government, issues of the day and increasing their knowledge of cooperative electric utilities and American history. “The Youth Tour students from Missouri demonstrated a true passion for learning about democracy and government. They asked some really tough questions on everything from education-related bills, health care to climate change legislation. It’s great to see high school

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students eager to learn and gain leadership skills. Building strong leaders out of today’s young people is essential to our nation’s future,” said Luetkemeyer. Youth Tour delegates also visited with NRECA CEO Jo Ann Emerson in Arlington, Va. Emerson, a former House member from Missouri, encouraged the delegates to take advantage of this exclusive learning opportunity, communicate with their elected officials, make new friends and have fun while visiting Washington D.C. “Each and every one of you can make a difference in the political process,” said Em-

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erson. “The way that you talk about the issues will impress your leaders in Congress. It will give them hope that your generation understands how to lead and you are committed to doing so.” Missouri’s Youth Tour delegates visited with U.S. Congressmen from their congressional districts across the state, toured famous monuments, the Smithsonian Institution’s museums, George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate and Arlington National Cemetery. The group also took a sightseeing cruise on the Potomac River one evening with delegates from other states.

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Girl Scouts across the area are learning leadership, valuable skills and self-confidence through service to others. Nine local Girl Scouts, including four from Francis Howell North High School, recently received their Girl Scout Gold Awards, the highest national award a Girl Scout Senior or Ambassador, girls in grades 9-12, can earn. Francis Howell North High School graduate Angie Barlos made craft kits for the children at St. Louis Crisis Nursery for her Girl Scout Gold Award project. She collected supplies, wrote instructions for the projects and created coloring pages for the kids to enjoy. Jesse Basler, a recent graduate of St. Charles High School, wanted to inspire younger students to explore science, so she created a 3-day STEM seminar for girls in sixth through eighth grade for her Girl Scout Gold Award. In addition to learning how to make lava lamps from vegetable oil and water, the girls also explored CSI techniques. Kristen Crow wanted people in her community to be prepared for natural disasters, like the 2011 tornado in Joplin, Missouri and the 2013 tornado that hit the Family Arena. The Francis Howell North High School graduate created an emergency plan for the teachers at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Parish in St. Charles, with backpacks filled with supplies needed for first aid, crowd control and finding victims. Victoria Dohm, a 2014 graduate of Mascoutah High School and a member of a St. Charles troop, organized a Spanish Club at her school, involving students who wished to learn more about the language and culture of Hispanic countries. Francis Howell North High School student Molly Imboden wanted every resident at Mahon and Lonning Community Living Center to be able to enjoy the benefits of gardening, despite their physical abilities. She built a raised garden bed that residents in wheelchairs can access and use. Imboden also put together a recipe book with ideas for healthy

snacks, and a guide instructing what plants should be planted during each season. Francis Howell Central High School student Kara McElvenney wanted to raise awareness about the history of communication and telephones in her community for her Gold Award project. She landscaped the AT&T Telephone Pioneer Museum in Jefferson Barracks, replacing boards on the porch, creating flower beds and planting and mulching the space. Marie Owen, who graduated this year from Duchesne High School, shared her love for chemistry with the community for her Gold Award Project. She painted the ceiling in her high school’s chemistry lab with the periodic table, and organized a Chemistry Day for students from area high schools. Olivia Saindon also helped younger students in her area for her Gold Award Project. The recent Orchard Farm High School graduate provided extra opportunities for learning in the special education classrooms at Orchard Farm Elementary and Orchard Farm Discovery Elementary Schools. In the fall, when the students in the classroom return to school, they’ll discover new sensory boards, room dividers and olfactory sensory beanbags that Saindon created for them. For her Gold Award project, Jailan Thomas, a student at Francis Howell North High School, said she wanted to help empower young women, teaching them confidence and the skills they will need to become successful adults. She organized Me, Myself and I, a conference for 20 girls in middle school and high school. Held at Bellefontaine United Methodist Church, the conference included classes on how to manage money, succeed in college, confidence and personal style. Speakers inspired girls to go for their goals, and attendees enjoyed exciting activities like a fashion show and photo booth. Less than three percent of eligible Girl Scouts in eastern Missouri earn the Girl Scout Gold Award. This year, 33 girls in eastern Missouri earned Gold Awards.

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St. Charles Sons of the American Revolution chapter member takes command of USS Louisville Commander David S. Cox took command of the attack submarine USS Louisville (SSN 724) on May 12. Commander Cox is a graduated of the United States Naval Academy and a member of the St. Charles Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) Chapter (Fernando de Leyba Chapter). Following initial nuclear propulsion and submarine officer training, Commander Cox reported to USS West Virginia Submitted photo Commander David S. Cox (SSBN 736) where he completed four strategic deterrent patrols. He has also deployed to the Western Pacific while serving as Engineer Officer aboard USS Topeka (SSN 754) and as Executive Officer aboard USS Charlotte (SSN 766). Ashore, Commander Cox has served as an Instructor in the Department of Economics at the

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United States Naval Academy, a Junior Board Member on the Pacific Fleet Nuclear Propulsion Examining Board and as Force Nuclear Power Officer on the Commander Submarine Force Atlantic Staff. Commander Cox holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Systems Engineering from the United States Naval Academy and Master’s degrees in Business Administration and Public Policy from the University of Chicago. He is authorized to wear the Meritorious Service Medal, the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (four awards), the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (two awards) and several unit awards. Commander Cox is married to the former Jennifer Lilly of St. Charles. He is the son-in-law of Rita Lilly and Charles E. Lilly, the National Trustee for the Missouri SAR Society and Immediate Past President of the Missouri Society of the Sons of the American Revolution.

Great Rivers Greenway opens new extension in county Residents of the region are now able to walk, bike or run all the way from the Katy Trail to the August A. Busch Conservation Area thanks to a new four-mile extension of the Busch Greenway. Great Rivers Greenway celebrated the recent completion of the paved trail with an official ribbon cutting event on May 22. The event was held on the south campus of ABF International, located at #3 Missouri Research Park Drive in St. Charles and adjacent to the new paved trail in Missouri Research Park. The new Busch Greenway ex-

tension adds four miles to the existing 3/4-mile connector between the Katy Trail and Duckett Creek wastewater treatment facility in Missouri Research Park. The greenway now extends to the northern end of the business park, where it parallels Highway 94 and connects with the existing Hamburg Trail near the intersection of Highways 94 and D – creating almost five miles of greenway for people to explore and enjoy. The project also completes a 13.1-mile loop linking the Busch Greenway, the Hamburg Trail, and Katy Trail, between

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You know what really separates us from the animals? Stuff. Oh sure, you may see a hermit crab lugging around a shell or the occasional seagull with a French fry snatched from some unsuspecting diner, but other than that, they live clutter-free. Not we humans. And nothing makes it more apparent than on moving day. I recently helped move a close relative (Whom I must not reveal as my son or he will sever any future interaction with my grandson. This will then cause me to become desperate and engage in all sorts of irrational behavior, such as disguising myself as a giant snickerdoodle to lure my grandbaby away.) To stop that from happening and keep roving bands of ravenous children from chomping at my thighs, I will hide this family member’s identity. From here on, I shall refer to him as, The-

man-with-all-the-stuff. Stuffy, for short. By the quantity of books, DVDs, clothes, dishes, and various non-essentials Stuffy has amassed, you would think he has lived on the earth a loong time, like even longer than before disco. He has collected enough tools to start a construction company. Funny, because he won’t buy an electric can opener, but has 75 different bits for his drill. This seems like overkill to me since I manage just fine with my simple “lady tool kit.” It involves one gadget, a butter knife, but performs three of the most essential functions. First, the sharp end can be used as a screwdriver. Second, the butt end serves as a small hammer. Third, the knife portion can be used to slice a piece of cake after exerting all those calories from hammering a thumb tack into

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the wall. It continues. Stuffy has 3.5 aquariums. The average person might have one within their lifetime, which is now stuffed in their garage and used to store worn out gym shoes, golf balls and an old croquet set. Two of Stuffy’s aquariums are functioning. I suppose the remaining 1.5 are emergency backups. Everyone should have a few spare aquariums just in case. I also have a replacement aquarium; it has a handle and flushes. But I guess I really can’t complain about other people’s stuff. Who else stores a giant snickerdoodle costume in their closet just in case one such item is needed? 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.

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New development tops 3.6 million-square-feet in St. Charles County Over 3.6 million-square-feet of new commercial, industrial, and institutional development was either completed in 2015, was under construction, or will be starting construction soon in St. Charles County, Missouri, according to a mid-year report issued by the Economic Development Center (EDC). “The last few years have been very strong for new commercial construction in St. Charles County, and 2015 is shaping up to be our best in recent history,” said Greg Prestemon, the EDC’s president and chief executive officer.

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For the last few years, the group’s list of developments was dominated by the 614,000-square-foot expansion of the General Motors Assembly Plant in Wentzville and the 400,000-square-foot second phase of the Streets of St. Charles mixed use development at the old Noah’s Ark site in St. Charles. “Now we are entering a time when much-needed, speculative industrial development is going to dominate our local projects list. That’s great news because we have the lowest industrial vacancy rates in metro St. Louis and

there is a lot of pent-up demand for large-scale industrial space in the region,” Prestemon said. “Overall, our midyear list of major development bodes well for the rest of 2015 in St. Charles County.” As of mid-year 2015, new industrial development accounts for 2,434,920-square-feet of 66.4 percent of total new construction in St. Charles County. New commercial retail projects total 631,575-square-feet of 17.2 percent, and new institutional development is 529,905-square-feet or 14.4 percent.

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“When you set out for Ithaka Ask that your way be long, Full of adventure, full of instruction. …… Have Ithaka always in your mind, Your arrival there is what you are desired for. But don’t in the least hurry the journey.” (Constantine P Cavafy) Rosinante was an old 1963 Dodge post office truck which I converted into a fine

motorhome with my little brother Guy who kept urging me to finish so we could go camping. Finally, in late August, we went “camping.” I didn’t tell our parents where we were going. For days we chased the sun until we couldn’t go any farther. From San Clemente State Park in California we looked down on the Pacific Ocean. But along the way we fought the winds across Kansas, saw the Grand Canyon, Cave of the Winds, Oak Creek Canyon and Disneyland. We traveled in luxury…sort of. Our 48-square-feet of floor space included a sofa/gaucho bed, a bathroom with recircu-

lating toilet, a kitchen with refrigerator and sink and a furnace. The rear roll-up door opened up to a fold-down platform shaded by an awning. Our adventure took a little over two weeks, quite a feat since Rosinante couldn’t go over 50 mph. But we made it back…two days after school started. America calls. Share it with your family. Buy or rent an RV from Byerly RV in Eureka, but don’t be late for school! Byerly RV, the Center of the RV World. Check us out at Byerly RV.com or visit us on Facebook.

ather’s Day just passed and reminded me of all the great advice my father gave me. Hopefully you were also able to spend some quality time with your father or kids. With that being said, it may be time to consider some of that wisdom and advice for your own good!

I’ve had the great fortune of working with my father, and many other fathers as clients. Over the years, I’ve heard many stories of some great fatherly advice. For this week’s column and radio show, let me share with you some of that advice which could benefit you in your retirement and estate planning. - Be Patient and Think Things Through: Making impulse purchases can turn into a tremendously bad financial decision. Many fathers have found that if you just sleep on a decision for one or two nights, generally you will make a much more sound and financially responsible decision. - Seek Professional Help Early: I’ve had many clients tell me they wished they had obtained the help of a fiduciary advisor earlier and are trying to get their kids to come in. They understand the importance of a plan designed for their own unique and specific goals and objectives. - Adapt To Changes: Fathers certainly realize things are much different than they used to be. To have a successful retirement, you have to adapt to these changes and be proactive in your planning. 360ira.com You may not want to take fashion advice from your father, but a lot of his wisdom and experiences may very well help you. Join me on our syndicated podcast show this Friday at 1:00pm as we will be discussing the fatherly tips above and many more. You can access the podcast and our recorded radio segments through our website at www.360ira.com. You can also obtain this information and independent advice by contacting our 360 IRA office at 844-436-0472 or by email at info@360ira.com. Investment Advisory Services offered through Brookstone Capital Management LLC, a Registered Investment Advisor. Investments and/ or investment strategies involve risk including the possible loss of principal. There is no assurance that any investment strategy will achieve its objectives. This information is not intended to be used as the sole basis for financial decisions, nor should it be construed as advice designed to meet the particular needs of an individual’s situation. Content is provided by third parties for informational purposes only and is not a solicitation to buy or sell any products mentioned. Paid Advertisement

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Camie’s Literacy Group makes annual book donation for youngest Wentzville students Over 3,600 elementary students in the Wentzville School District received a free book thanks to the efforts and vision of a grandmother and educator. Faith Gardner, who works as a diagnostician for the district, is the founder of Camie’s Literacy Group (CLG). She established the group almost six years ago after being inspired by her granddaughter Camie’s love of reading. Gardner says the idea that all children don’t have access to age-appropriate books at home was unacceptable to her, so she enlisted the help of her family, friends and coworkers in order to get CLG off the ground in 2009. That year, CLG provided a free book for every kindergarten, first and second grader enrolled at Heritage Primary. Since that time, the non-profit has do-

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nated over 18,000 books for district students to take home and keep as their own. CLG’s mission, according to Gardner, is to “encourage the love of reading books in young children. To this aim we dedicate ourselves to the goal of obtaining and distributing an appropriate new book to those most in need. Our greatest hope is that every child will have a new book to call their own.” This year the group reached their goal of providing new books to every kindergarten, first and second grade student enrolled in the district – a total of 3,643 kids. “It feels so good to be able to get each young student in the district a book,” shared Gardner. “I get so excited to see the children who love to get their

own book. It’s really just how I imagined it when I started CLG.” CLG holds a trivia night annually to raise money to purchase the books that are given away. For more information about CLG or to make a donation, visit their facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/ camiesliteracygroup. “I think Dr. Seuss said it best,” said Discovery Ridge Elementary first grade teacher LeDominique Hubbard. ‘The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more you learn, the more places you’ll go.’ The donation of books is amazing; the excitement on kids’ faces when they receive their own books is a joy to watch.”

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‘Inside Out’ takes a daring, inspired trip into the mind Nobody gets into people’s heads quite like Amy Poehler, especially in Pixar’s “Inside Out.” In this computer-animated adventure, the actress leads a talented voice cast on a road trip through the mind. While the story addresses complex and heavy-duty concepts, the focus here is on fun. Poehler lends her voice to Joy, one of the emotions inside the head of young Riley (Kaitlyn Dias). Joy sets herself up as leader, guiding the other emotions inside “headquarters.” As Riley deals with life-changing events, Joy tries to keep her happy until the positive emotion gets lost in Riley’s long-term memory with Sadness (Phyllis Smith). “Inside Out” is a bit daring, even for an innovative studio like Pixar. Woody Allen’s “Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Sex” explored the inner workings of the human mind in one sequence, as did the Fox TV show “Herman’s Head.” Pixar’s take on this concept is both mature and whimsical at times. Perfectly suited for Joy, Amy Poehler brings a combination of wide-eyed innocence and sensibility to the character. Joy is the first emotion to manifest in Riley’s head, so she is a bit territorial about the girl. Sadness, played by a dead-on Phyllis Smith, is Joy’s polar

opposite, but the film shows that two emotions don’t have to be mutually exclusive. Comedian Lewis Black goes on a nice tear as Anger, the emotion whose head bursts into flames at the slightest provocation. Bill Hader does an excellent job as Fear, the one dedicated to keeping Riley safe from danger. Mindy Kaling’s fashionable Disgust works with the others to prevent Riley from eating gross things. Pete Docter, the director of “Monsters, Inc.” and “Up,” leads the way on “Inside Out.” In addition to his directing duties, Docter wrote the screenplay for “Inside Out,” which takes the viewer on a real emotional journey. Docter’s characters are always in sharp focus and his direction here has never been better. Docter’s screenplay also delivers some really tearjerking moments. Richard Kind’s imaginary Bing Bong

character is guaranteed to turn on the waterworks. He was important in Riley’s mind at one time, but as she grew older, she needed him less and less. Riley’s first day at a new school could also bring up some painful memories for the audience. Arguably, no studio has turned out the amount of quality films as Pixar. Pushing the outside of the envelope once again, the studio paired “Inside Out” with a charming short called “Lava.” Featuring beautiful music and an unusual love story, this short is strong enough to stand on its own. Together, these films make for an excellent family trip to the movies. “Inside Out,” rated PG for mild thematic elements and some action, currently is playing in theaters. “Inside Out” photos courtesy of Pixar 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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Highlights of Lindenwood Women and Men’s Cross Country The university’s women’s team had a number of moments to be excited about from this past season. Freshman Hannah Rae Finchamp kicked off the season by winning the Truman Triangular, which was a great moment for Lindenwood and gave the team a great boost to start the season. The overall group had great performances at the First to the Finish Southern Stampede and the Chile Pepper Festival. The moment the team really connected was at the Evansville Invitational. Season Awards go to: Carina Bungard- 2014 Most Outstanding Runner, Academic Excellence Award- Aaryn Edge and Elyse Flores, MIAA Academic Honor Roll- Mary Brosamer-Senger, Carina Bungard, Jennifer Carter, Aaryn Edge and Hannah Rae Finchamp, Ashley LaPointe, Elyse Flores, Emily Alcorn, and Valerie Smith The top moment for the men’s cross country team came at the Evansville Cross Country Invitational on Oct. 10, about halfway through the season. The Lions finished second out of the five competing teams. Individually, Nicholas Stewart finished second, Travis Staebell finished fifth, and Colin Cernik finished 11th, to give Lindenwood three runners that were in contention. Coach Randy Cole had this to say about the team’s performance at the invitational, “We had everyone digging down and competing hard with some top placings on a really interesting course.” Season awards go to: Nicholas Stewart: Most Outstanding Runner, 1st Team All-MIAA and Carlos Rivera: MIAA Academic Honor Roll. *Congratulations

Curran Redal who is fourth in the league with a .338 batting average with 52 hits in 36 at bats. Fourth in the league with runs-batted-in is catcher Danny Canela with 31 with 43 hits. Pitcher Joe Scanio is tied for second in the league with five wins in seven games started. For more information, go to the Rascal’s website www.RiverCityRascals.com HOME SCHEDULE: (Start time 6:35 p.m., Sunday’s 4:05 p.m.) July 7, 8, 9 Tues, Wed, Thur against Crushers July 10, 11, 12 Fri, Sat, Sun against Grizzlies July 15 Wed Frontier All-Star Game at Schaumburg, IL-NW of Chicago *Cool Down

River City chills The River City Rascals play their professional baseball at T.R. Hughes Ballpark in O’Fallon. The past ten games have seen the Rascals win five games however they also lost the same amount. One good thing is that they didn’t lose ground in the standings, as they remain three games out of first place. Top players over the period include outfielder

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Local Author Spotlight: Jarod Powell Jarod Powell is a filmmaker, actor and award-winning author. He was born in Sikeston, Missouri and has worked in media and entertainment since 2006. He is best known for his work on the documentary “A Letter to a Terrorist,” which garnered international Photo courtesy Audra Angelique notoriety, as well as his books: “Inheritance and Other Stories,” and the poetry collection “Poor Man’s Imaginary Friend.” His debut novel, “Boys in Gilded Cages,” was released in 2014. He resides in Los Angeles, California and Saint Louis. In gloomy southern Missouri, preacher’s son Eric Redmond – idealistic, eccentric, and wise beyond his years – warns us of an impending apocalypse of our own doing. With a wide cast of characters that exist in the periphery of unreliable source Eric, including a satirical depiction of the Westboro Baptist Church, we see both dysfunction and beauty in this hypnotic and fragmented novel of adolescent self-destruction, bad medicine and death in “Boys in Gilded Cages.” See solution on page 13

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Easy treats for the 4th of July Casual and colorful desserts made easy

Everyone will be bringing something to the 4th of July picnic, but you can bring the grand finale. Each of these tasty sweet treats captures the flair of the 4th without the fuss. In just a little time, you can add patriotic color and fun flavor to classics like cupcakes, ice cream cones and cookies. Dipped Ice Cream Cones: Add color and crunch to your cones with a dip in red, white or blue melted Candy Melts candy and a variety of patriotic sprinkles. The Cone Cakes baking rack holds the cones for drying and serving. Red, White and Blue Swirled Cupcakes: Everyone loves picnic treats they can grab and eat, and these July 4th cupcakes also bring pyrotech-

nics to the plate. Each is topped with an explosive three-color swirl of icing, easily created with the Color Swirl Three-Color Coupler.

S’mores Crispy Cereal Treats Yield: 20 servings

S’mores Crispy Cereal Treats: These crunchy cereal bars pack the flavor of traditional s’mores while being much neater to eat. The marshmallow, cereal and candy mixture is laced with warm cinnamon graham and creamy vanilla custard flavors using Treatology Flavor concentrates. Creamy Coconut Cookie Flag: Give the day a flag-waving finish with red, white and blue royal iced cookies that hold up to the heat. The tropical taste combination of toasted coconut and creamy vanilla is just right for summer.

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Yield: 12 ice cream cones

Ingredients: 1 bag (12 ounces) Bright White Candy Melts Candy Sugar ice cream cones Jimmies 6-Mix Sprinkle Assortment Rainbow Jimmies Directions: Melt candy in microwave safe bowl. Dip cones about 1 inch deep around opening of cone. Cut small hole in tip of bag and drizzle melted candy 1 inch deep around opening of cone. Tap cone lightly to smooth, and sprinkle with jimmies. Position cone in cone rack. Let chill, about 10–15 minutes.

Ingredients: 6 tablespoons butter 1 bag (16 ounces) regular-sized marshmallows 1/4 teaspoon Warm Cinnamon Graham Treatology Flavor Concentrate 10 drops Creamy Vanilla Custard Treatology Flavor Concentrate 1/4 teaspoon salt 10 cups crisped rice cereal 1 bag (10 ounces) mini marshmallows, divided 1 1/4 cups Light Cocoa Candy Melts candy, divided Directions: Prepare 13-by-9-inch baking pan with vegetable spray.

high heat until it smells nutty and browns slightly. Reduce heat to medium low; stir in regular marshmallows, warm cinnamon graham and creamy vanilla custard flavors, and salt. Cook, stirring constantly, until melted and smooth. Remove from heat; stir in cereal, 3 cups mini marshmallows and 3/4 cup light cocoa candy. Press into prepared pan. Sprinkle with remaining mini marshmallows and press lightly to adhere. In small microwave-safe bowl, microwave remaining 1/2 cup candy on 50 percent power in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until candy is almost melted. Stir thoroughly until smooth and drizzle over treats. Let cool completely.

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Creamy Coconut Cookie Flag Ingredients: Cookies 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1 egg 1/4 teaspoon Toasted Coconut Treatology Flavor Concentrate 8 drops Creamy Vanilla Custard Treatology Flavor Concentrate 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt Icing 3/4 cup + 3 teaspoons water 12 cups (about 3 pounds) confectioner’s sugar, sifted 6 tablespoons Color Flow Mix Color Right Performance Color System (see colors tinted below) Icing Colors Red (formula 32): 1 1/2 cups icing + 62 R + 8 O Deep Blue (formula 647): 1/2 cup icing + 27 B + 5P+6R White: Reserve 2 cups icing

Yield: About 3 dozen 3-inch cookies

Directions: Note: Make and decorate cookies 1 day in advance to allow for drying time. Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, beat butter and sugar with electric mixer until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and flavors. Mix flour, baking powder and salt; add to butter mixture 1 cup at a time, mixing after each addition. Do not chill dough. Divide dough into 2 balls. On floured surface with rolling pin, roll each ball into a circle approximately 12 inches in diameter by 1/8 inch thick. Cut cookies with star nesting metal cookie cutter. Dip cutter in flour before each use. Bake cookies on ungreased cookie sheet 8–11 minutes or until cookies are lightly browned.

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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! EVENTS July 2-4: Riverfest 2015 Riverfest 2015 takes place in Frontier Park on Thursday, July 2 – 5-10:30 p.m. Friday, July 3 – Noon - 10:30 p.m. Saturday, July 4 – Noon - 10:30 p.m. The event will have carnival rides, a great line-up of musical entertainment, vendors, children’s area, food, drink, beer booths and much more. Fireworks take place July 3 and 4 at 9:20 p.m. The parade is on July 4 at 10 a.m. (Parade starts from Blanchette Park, Left on Randolph, Right on Kingshighway, Left on Clark, Right on Main Street - arriving along Main Street at approximately 10:45 a.m.) July 4: Fourth of July lawn party Conerstone UMC at 1151 Tom Ginnever in O’Fallon is hosting a Fourth of July lawn party from 5 – 10:15 p.m. featuring games, food, fun and O’Fallon fireworks. For more information visit www.umcornerstone.org. July 4: Firecracker Run

The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the 31st Annual USATF Certified Firecracker Run presented by Mercy on July 4 in O’Fallon. The race begins at 7 a.m. and consists of a 10K, 5K and a 1 Mile Fun Run. The event will begin at the T.R. Hughes Ball Park located in O’Fallon at 900 T.R. Hughes Blvd. After the race, stick around the ballpark for the 2015 Heritage & Freedom Fest parade by the city of O’Fallon starting at 9:30 a.m. The cost of event is $25 for early registration for the 10K and 5K run and $30 after May 31st. The early registration for the 1 Mile Fun Run is $15 or $20 after May 31st. You can register online at www. FirecrackerRun.net. There will be race day registration from 6:00 am until 6:30 am July 4th at the event. July 4: Liberty Fest - 4th of July Celebration Don’t miss Wentzville’s annual 4th of July celebration and parade. Everyone is invited to participate in the parade by making or designing

a float. This year’s theme is, “United We Stand – Proudly We Serve.” Floats will be judged for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. After the parade is the annual celebration. The parade application and guidelines can be obtained from the Parks & Recreation office or online at www. wentzvillemo.org. Parade is at 10 a.m., free swim from noon – 5 p.m. (Progress Pool only), inflatables and face painting 5 - 8:45 p.m., live music 6 – 9 p.m., petting zoo 5:30 8:30 p.m., fireworks 9:05 p.m. The event is free with the exception of reasonably priced concessions. (Please no outside coolers). Please note parade participants may not throw items from a float. Individuals walking next to a float may hand out candy items when walking the parade route. July 6-10: Summer music workshop St. Charles County Youth Orchestra (SCCYO) 12th Annual Summer Music Workshop for Strings takes place July 6-10 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Lindenwood University J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts. Workshop is for all levels of violin, viola, cello and bass. Topics include scale preparation, vibrato, harmonics,

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composition and more. New this year- sectionals and masterclass instruction by Eva Kozma St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. Registration is due by June 22. For registration form or more information email sccyo@sccyo.org, visit www.sccyo.org or call 636-916-0515 July 9: Summer concert From St. Louis to Memphis to Cleveland, Vatterott College is hosting its popular complimentary concert series, featuring performances from breakout new artists such as singer/songwriter Sarah Michelle, St. Louis rap artist Saint Oeaux, folk artist Monkh and St. Louis Riverfront Times Best Hop-Hop Group, Doorway. The concert takes place at the Vatterott College-St. Charles campus at 3550 W Clay Avenue in St. Charles at 5:30 p.m. July 11: Town Ball at the Boone Home Visit the Historic Daniel Boone Home & Heritage Center on Saturday, July 11, 2015 (Major League Baseball’s All-Star Weekend) to play or watch an authentic Town Ball game, the predecessor of baseball. All are welcome to participate, no equipment or experience necessary! Guests are welcome to participate or watch the Town Ball game with any paid tour. The Historic Daniel Boone Home & Heritage Center offers one-hour house or village tours, as well as two-hour combined or self-guided tours. Guests are encouraged to bring and enjoy a picnic lunch under the new pavilion before or after the game. The Town Ball game will begin at 1:30 p.m. at the Historic Daniel Boone Home & Heritage Center, 1868 Hwy F in Defiance. For more information, please call the Daniel Boone Home at 636-798-2005 or by email at BooneHome@lindenwood.edu. July 12: Car/motorcycle cruise and swap meet The Saint Charles Lions Club will host a car/ motorcycle cruise and swap meet at McNair Park located at 3100 Droste Rd. in St. Charles from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. The event will help support BackStoppers Inc. and other local charities. Entry fee for car cruise and swap meet participants is $5 and a can of food for the Oasis Food Pantry or the St Charles Animal Shelter. Event is free to the SUDOKU answers from page 10

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public, 50/50, raffle prizes, music, bar-b-q, and adult beverages sold in the park. Contact Art Raymo at 636-441-1831 for further information. Dash plaque for the first 100 entries. July 12: Vacation bible school EVEREST VBS at The United Methodist Church at Wentzville runs from July 12 through July 16. VBS is for children 3 years through 5th grade (as of the 2015-16 school year), and it’s free and open to the public. Registration each night is at 5:30 pm and VBS runs from 6-8 pm. The United Methodist Church at Wentzville is located at 725 Wall Street in Wentzville. For more information, please call 636-3276377. Register at www.livelovegrow. org. July 12: Vacation bible school A summer kids’ event called Everest VBS will be hosted at Cornerstone UMC from July 12 - July 16. Everest is for kids from potty trained three-year-olds to just completed 5th grade, and will run from 6:30 - 9 p.m. each day. You can register online at www.umcornerstone.org/ children or call 636-379-5334 for more information. July 13: Vacation bible school O’Fallon Christian Church invites children to Everest VBS: Conquering Challenges with Gold’s Almighty Power from July 13 to July 17. Picnic to follow July 18. Preschool and elementary school kids programs start at 6 p.m., with preschool release at 8 p.m., and elementary release at 8:30 p.m. For more info call Sue at 636 240 3792 ext 5. July 13: Vacation bible school Discover Jesus at work through us with Camp Discovery VBS at Peace Lutheran Church in Winghaven. Join us July 13 - 17 from 6 - 8 p.m. with children fully potty-trained through 5th grade. Register on-line at www.peacewinghaven.org or call 636-561-8282. Peace is located at 9320 Phoenix Village Parkway in O’Fallon. July 17: Movie in the park Grab your lawn chairs and blankets and head out to Boulevard Park Amphitheater in Lake Saint Louis to enjoy Movies in the Park. “Frozen” (rated PG) begins at dusk. Approximately 8:30 p.m. July 17: Hunting and fishing expo The hunting and fishing expo runs from 3 -l 9:30 p.m. and features three great speakers: Alex Rutledge, Garry Mason and Camo the Clown for kids. Food will be available from SugarFire BBQ along with vendors, exhibits and fantastic prizes at Calvary Church at 3998 Mid Rivers Mall Dr.in St. Peters. For more information visit www.HuntFishEx.com.

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Public Notice: St. Charles County Assessor’s Office As per 137.355 RSMo. 1978, the County Assessor, Scott Shipman, lists below the property owners whose assessed valuation on real estate property has changed for 2015. The “NOTICE OF REAL ESTATE ASSESSMENT” forms were mailed but returned by the Post Office as being undeliverable. As per 138.100 RSMo. 1978, the application for a hearing to protest such change must be made in writing to the Board of Equalization, c/o St. Charles County Registrar, 201 N Second St. Suite 541, St Charles Mo 63301 (636-949-7560) no later than the second Monday in July, 2015. strap

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Decision by committee syndrome As per condominium residents’ complaints of condo committee’s dysfunctional functions: When a local developer had some condos built in Northern St. Charles county, the city required trees be planted in the tree lawns between sidewalks and streets. One of the trees grew to about ten or twelve feet before a moderately high wind snapped it off about three feet above the ground. The broken trunk appeared either rotted or diseased. When residents complained to the condo association, they said it was the city’s responsibility to replace it. Then the city said it was the condo association’s responsibility. Nothing was done. Within a month, the tree’s roots started sprouting new growths that soon turned into vertical branches that grew around the broken trunk. Soon there were nine of them sprouting from around the trunk and rapidly grew taller as if they were trying to hide it. After they grew to about ten feet, they looked like a huge bush instead of a tree. Residents complained that it needed replacement. Once again, the city and the condo association denied responsibility and again, nothing was done. After several more years, the tree root additions

grew to about ten or twelve feet. The broken trunk still remained in the middle. Recently, a storm knocked down three of them. The condo’s grass mowers cut them up and hauled them away. Two weeks later, a storm knocked down another one. So then the association has a thinned out tree-bush to ignore until it falls on a parked car. Did Mother Nature laugh and thumb her nose at these two pass-thebuck entities? When the condo association was newly formed, it became the epitome of most committees. We’ve all heard the joke about “Decision by Committee,” usually meaning decision by the loudest tyrant. This soon led to residents’ accusations that committee members were part of the Neo Nazis or the Baader-Meinhof gang, among other hate groups. Presently, only five of the nine tree-bush growths remain. The other four were trimmed off by Mother Nature who doesn’t suffer from decision by committee. She does as she pleases. I often wonder what might happen if she was controlled by committees or government functionaries…or is it dys-functionaries? I assume that if this unlikely committee replicated the aforementioned, the planet might cease to exist. It seems residents’ tree-bush complaints symbolize very clear examples of various committees, local

governments and the resulting syndromes that help Congressional committees do nothing in private. The tree-bush is synonymously representative of this syndrome as it loses tall diseased sprouts that will soon be replaced by new ones if Mother Nature keeps her anomalous sense of humor. She appears to be one of the few that does anything without dubious committee decisions. 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 heavy equipment. He has no formal training as a writer, unless a lifetime 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.