St Charles MO Community Profile 2017-2018

ST. CHARLES COUNTY Missouri

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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS Alarm 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Bathhouse Soapery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Breeze Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 CenterPointe Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Christian Elementary School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Coldwell Banker — Gundaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Community Living, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Devereux & Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 EDC Business & Community Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Elm Point Animal Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 EPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Ferguson Roofing Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Hampton Inn St. Louis/St. Charles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Hardware of the Past . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Hilton St. Louis Airport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Hope Lutheran Church & Preschool . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Llywelyn’s Pub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Low Voltage Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Medicine Shoppe, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Mercy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Pallardy Heating & Air Conditioning Co. . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Pundmann Ford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Reliance Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Robbie G’s Play Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Saint Charles Convention Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Saint Charles Oktoberfest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Saint Charles, Missouri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 SSM Health Physical Therapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 St. Charles City-County Library District . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 St. Charles County Family YMCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 St. Johns Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 St. Peters, Missouri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 State Farm — Steve Oien, CLU, CPCU . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Storage Masters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Streets of St. Charles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Streetscape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 TownPlace Suites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE WITH A PERSONAL TOUCH

Business & Personal Tax Accounting & Auditing Estate & Succession Planning Business Consulting Specializing in Technology, Fabrication and Construction Companies

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This is a Town Square Publication created and produced for the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce 2201 First Capitol Dr. St. Charles, MO 63301 (636) 946-0633 www.gstccc.com Copyright© 2017 Town Square Publications 155 E. Algonquin Rd., Arlington Heights, IL 60005 www.townsquarepublications.com Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this publication. The Chamber and Town Square assume no responsibility for misinformation. Please contact the Chamber with any additions or corrections. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission of the Chamber and Town Square is prohibited.

Chairman, CEO and Publisher Douglas K. Ray President and Chief Operating Officer Scott Stone Vice President/Director Scott Ray Production Manager Joe Nugara Editor and Graphic Designer Gail Gaboda Content Coordinator/Client Liaison Stefanie Nugara Ad Production Coordinators Tiffany Salerno and Neila Frontier Directory Coordinator Michael Sumrak Contributing Writer Jill Tridgell Advertising Sales David Keene

GREATER ST. CHARLES COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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TA B L E O F

CO N T E N T S What’s Inside WELCOME From the Chamber ............................................................... 9

IMPORTANT CONNECTIONS Local Government Phone Directory ..........................10

BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC PROFILE St. Charles County Is an Economic Leader in Metro St. Louis ..................12 Shoppes at Mid Rivers ......................................................13 Demographics & Fast Facts ............................................14

HEALTH CARE SSM Health - St. Joseph Hospital.................................16 Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital and Progress West Hospital .........................................17 Mercy Kids..............................................................................18 Comprehensive Care and Active Retirement ...................................................19

EDUCATION Regional School Districts.................................................22 Higher Learning...................................................................24

HOMES & NEIGHBORHOODS Great Variety, Great Locations .......................................26

WORSHIP Community of Faith...........................................................27 6

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RECREATION, TOURISM & ENTERTAINMENT Play Hard, Live Healthy......................................................28 St. Charles Area Parks and Amenities.........................29 THE LIBRARY PROGRAMMING & EVENTS CALENDAR

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The Rivers: Then & Now....................................................30 Outdoors and on the Trails..............................................31 Shop & Dine...........................................................................32 Sample Regional Spirits....................................................34 Local Attractions..................................................................36 Festivals: Celebrate With Us............................................35 St. Louis Attractions............................................................38

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Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce With more than 700 members, the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce is the St. Louis region’s second-largest Chamber, representing the communities of St. Charles and St. Peters and unincorporated areas of St. Charles County. For more than 75 years, the Chamber has worked to protect the interests of local businesses and the community.

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Please use this magazine as a resource to learn about all the great things our communities have to offer. If you have any questions or need a referral for a product, service or assistance in your relocation, we are here to help.

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W E LCO M E From the Chamber

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n behalf of the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce, I want to welcome you to our community.

For more than 35 years, St. Charles County has been one of the fastest-growing counties in Missouri. With a population approaching 400,000 residents, St. Charles County has grown into the third-largest county in Missouri. We offer a well-educated workforce, boast the highest median household income in the state, are ranked among the healthiest counties in Missouri and have an unemployment rate below both the state and national averages.

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Over the years, the Chamber, along with business and community leaders, has worked hard to ensure that the future remains bright for St. Charles County. As a result, St. Charles County is no longer a place where commuters just sleep – it is a county were people live, work and play. We have a diverse economy with numerous employment opportunities, abundant recreational activities, great health care, top-notch school districts, a growing number of national and locally owned shopping and dining options, and was recently named one of the top 25 counties in the country for tech job growth by the Progressive Policy Institute.

City or country, historic or new, indoor or outdoor, affordable or priceless – no matter your preference, we have it all.

Thank you for your interest in St. Charles County. Whether you are here for a visit or here for life, we hope you find our community to be the inviting and vibrant place we’ve worked so hard to create.

Sincerely, Scott Tate President & CEO Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce

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I M P O R TA N T CO N N E C T I O N S Local Government Phone Directory

Area code is 636 unless otherwise specified.

Executive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-7520 Facilities Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-3034

ST. CHARLES COUNTY GOVERNMENT

Finance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-7465

201 N. 2nd St., St. Charles, MO 949-7900 | www.SCCMO.org

Highway Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-7305

Airport: Smartt Field . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-1893 Assessor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-7425 Auditor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-7455 Circuit Clerk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-3080 Collector of Revenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-7470 Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-1864 Community Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-7335 Building and Code Enforcement Division . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-7345 Development Review Division . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-1814 Planning & Zoning Division . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-7335 Corrections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-3003 County Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-7530 County Counselor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-7540 County Registrar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-7560 Election Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-7550 Emergency Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-3042

Human Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-7320 Information Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-7480 Juvenile Justice Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-3040 Municipal Court . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-1833 Parks & Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-7535 Police Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-3000 Public Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-7400 Division of Health Services (Public Health) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-7400 Division of Environmental Health and Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-1800 Division of Humane Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-7387 Prosecuting Attorney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-7355 Public Administrator’s Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-7315 Recorder of Deeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-7505 Sheriff Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-3010 Roads and Traffic Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-7490 Workforce & Business Development/MO Job Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255-6060

Emergency Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-3023

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200 N. 2nd St., St. Charles, MO 949-3200 | www.stcharlescitymo.gov

Alliance Water Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281-2858

Administration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-3262

AT&T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 464‑7928

Animal Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-3395 City Clerk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-3282 Collections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-3212 Community Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-3222 Convention & Visitors Bureau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 946-7776 Economic Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-3231 Emergency Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-3520 Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-3237 Finance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-3208 Fire & EMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-3250 Mayor’s Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-3268

Ameren . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 552‑7583 CentryLink Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 201‑4099 Spectrum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 211‑4450 Cuivre River Electric Cooperative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 441-7410 Duckett Creek (Sewer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 441-1244 Laclede Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 877‑4173 Missouri American Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (866) 430‑0820

VEHICLE REGISTRATION/LICENSING

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2495 Raymond Dr., St. Charles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 940-3320

Municipal Court (and Prosecuting Attorney) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-3378

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Parks & Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-3372

2499 Raymond Dr., St. Charles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 946-4456

Police . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-3300

4217-19 Old Highway 94 South, St. Charles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 441-6074

Public Works (streets, facilities, water/wastewater) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 949-3363 Trash/Recycling (Republic Services) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255-6142

CITY OF ST. PETERS

One St. Peters Centre Boulevard, St. Peters, MO 477-6600 or 278-2244 | www.stpetersmo.net City Main Line 477-6600 (AT&T) or 278-2244 (CenturyLink) (Use extension where specified) Animal Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 970-1456 Building Permit/Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 1670 Business License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 1232 Citizen Action Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 1225

VOTER REGISTRATION

You can register to vote at any of the following sites: ❚ Election Authority office ❚ Vehicle Registration offices ❚ State offices providing public assistance Mail-in registration forms are available at the following sites: ❚ Public schools ❚ Community college ❚ Libraries ❚ City halls See election.sccmo.org/election, call the County Election Authority at 949-7550 or email questions to election@sccmo.org for more details.

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATIONS

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BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC PROFILE St. Charles County is an Economic Leader in Metro St. Louis

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s one of the largest economies in the St. Louis region and the state of Missouri, St. Charles County has proven itself to be a dynamic and attractive community for businesses of all sizes, from global giants to local entrepreneurs.

Crucial to the area’s success are business-friendly principles such as lower tax rates, competitive operational costs, highly skilled workforce, proximity to important markets, first-rate infrastructure, low cost of living and abundant local amenities.

For decades, this award-winning area has been investing community capital to foster excellence in public and higher education, create more than 23,000 acres of public parkland and other recreational facilities, and provide more than $500 million in local transportation infrastructure improvements.

Thanks in part to this concentrated focus on pursuing progress, St. Charles County has a lot of new commercial development completed or under construction in 2017. During first-quarter 2017, the community’s unemployment rate was also impressive, falling to 3.2 percent.

Some of the largest business projects under construction or recently completed in the

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community include the 614,000-square-foot expansion of General Motors Wentzville assembly plant, a 1.13 million-square-foot warehouse and subassembly facility near the General Motors assembly plant constructed by NorthPoint Development, Reckitt Benckiser’s new 715,000-square-foot warehouse and Best Buy’s new 252,000-square-foot warehouse and distribution center in Premier 370 Business Park, new restaurant and retail additions to the Streets of St. Charles mixed-use commercial and residential development, GBT Realty’s 270,000-square-foot retail development – The Shoppes at Mid Rivers (the largest retail project in the region since 2008) and a host of other industrial, institutional, and retail developments.

From one end of the community to another, new hotels, restaurants, and attractions are opening to serve the growing population base.

“Greater St. Charles is one of the most desirable places to live and work,” said Scott Tate, president & CEO of the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce. “Municipalities throughout the community make it easy for businesses to open. Strong business organizations in the county and recent legislation passed by pro-business legislators have made St.

Charles County and the State of Missouri great places to do business.”

Another indicator of success and consumer confidence is our continued upswing in retail shopping in the community. For 2016, St. Charles County set a record with nearly $5.9 billion in retail sales. That was a 3.81 percent increase over the previous year and the highest ever for the area.

Today, some 8,500 companies are thriving in St. Charles County. International titans here include The Boeing Company, Coca-Cola, Cisco, Citi, MasterCard Worldwide, General Motors, Verizon, Enterprise Holdings, Nike, Alpla, Reckitt Benckiser and many more.

There are also countless local success stories as homegrown entrepreneurs make a name for themselves here, across America and around the world. Hometown business heroes include LMI Aerospace, Patriot Machine, Boardpaq, Client Services, Ungerboeck Software International, Synergetics USA and others.

In addition, local start-ups Liviara (luxury lingerie) and jBloom (jewelry) have recently received national attention which has resulted in higher sales and the need to expand in large part to the mentorship and business incubation

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First-class education, continuing education and advanced studies are foundational to current and future prosperity for individuals, families, and businesses in the area. Nearly 43 percent of county residents are college graduates, and the community has an abundance of exemplary public, private and trade schools and institutions of higher learning. These include Lindenwood University (a member of the NCAA Division 2), St. Charles Community College, Webster University at WingHaven, Midwest University, Vatterott College, Rankin Technical College – Wentzville Campus and the Lewis and Clark Career Center.

With an estimated 2016 population of 390,918, more than 30,000 new residents have moved to St. Charles County since 2010, making it the fastest growing part of metro St. Louis and Missouri. In light of explosive residential and commercial growth in the area, it is easy to see why the three-sided convergence of Interstate 70, Highway 94 and Interstate 64 has long been nicknamed “The Golden Triangle.”

Meanwhile, the community celebrated the realization of a 20-year dream when the long-awaited, $118.2 million Highway 364 Phase III extension opened in late 2014. This new cross-county corridor or provides an important link from Highway 94 in St. Charles/St.Peters area to Interstate 64 in Dardenne Prairie/Lake Saint Louis area. This new highway is dramatically improving traffic flow and opening new areas for residential, recreational and commercial development. In fact, in 2016, Hwy. 364 surpassed Interstate 70 to become the busiest Missouri River bridge-crossing between St. Charles and St. Louis County during morning and afternoon rush hours.

“St. Charles County is quite literally a great place to grow your business and your life,” said Greg Prestemon, president & CEO of the Economic Development Center of St. Charles County (EDC). “We encourage you to visit and see why so many people and companies have decided to make this their home in the American heartland.”

Thanks to the county’s low unemployment rate, growing transportation infrastructure, and all our economic development partners, the future continues to look good for entrepreneurs, high-tech start-ups, and overall business and economic growth in St. Charles County.

Shoppes at Mid Rivers Scheduled for completion in fall 2017, Shoppes at Mid Rivers in St. Peters will offer the area expanded retail options for their everyday necessities and specialty purchases. The 28-acre site at Mid Rivers Mall Drive and Interstate 70, in the center of Saint Charles County, will add to an already thriving retail area that features the only regional mall in the county, Mid Rivers Mall, directly south of the new Shoppes on the opposite side of Interstate 70.

The Shoppes at Mid Rivers will be just west of Lou Fusz Chevrolet and will be anchored by major retailers Academy Sports + Outdoors, a premier provider of sports and outdoor products, hunting, fishing and camping gear, apparel and more; and Marshalls & HomeGoods, delivering ever-changing selections of designer fashions and name-brand merchandise for all aspects of home.

Burlington (formerly known as Burlington Coat Factory), opening its sixth location in the Saint Louis metro area, as well as Ross, ULTA Beauty, Five Below, Famous Footwear and Carter’s OshKosh B’gosh are also opening their doors at the new Shoppes at Mid Rivers.

The new development is the work of GBT Realty Corp., based in Brentwood, Tennesee, with MJM Architects of Nashville designing and local builders Knoebel Construction of Chesterfield, Missouri.

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HOUSING Owner Occupied 80%

2010 Census 360,485

Renter Occupied 20%

2016 Estimate (U.S. Census) 390,918

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INCOME Median Household Income (2015) $74,009

Per Capita Income (2015) $47,082

Persons in Poverty: 6.3%

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EDUCATION High school graduate or higher, age 25+ 94.1%

College graduate or higher, age 25+ 29.8%

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S T. C H A R L E S CO U N T Y FA S T FAC T S In 2015, the Progressive Policy Institute recognized St. Charles County among the top 25 counties in the U.S. for tech job growth.

For the past eight years, St. Charles County has ranked at the top of Missouri’s “Healthiest Counties” in a report compiled by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin’s Population Health Institute.

St. Charles County covers 561 square miles of diverse terrain that includes riverbanks, bluffs, forests and planned development.

St. Charles County is located at the confluence of the “Mighty” Mississippi River and the “Big Muddy” Missouri River, the fourth-largest river system in the world.

St. Charles County served as Missouri’s first state capital from 1821 to 1826 and was the starting point for Lewis and Clark’s famous Corp of Discovery Expedition in 1804.

The “first free school” west of the Mississippi River with the Academy of the Sacred Heart, established by Sister Philippine Duchesne in St. Charles and 1818.

The Ameristar Casino Resort Spa in St. Charles is the most popular tourist site in metro St. Louis, with approximately 10 million visitors each year.

The largest park in St. Charles County is the 7,000-acre August A. Bush Memorial Conservation area, known locally as “Busch Wildlife” and popular for trail users, fishing, hunting and family outings.

St. Charles County is the starting point for the 225-mile Katy Trail State Park and is the most popular section of the system, attracting 111,000 users in 2009, nearly 40 percent of all trail users in Missouri.

St. Charles County is home to the Weinstrasse, or Missouri Wine Road, which boasts the highest concentration of wineries in the state and was the first American Viticultural Area designated by the federal government.

With eight data centers located along the highway 40/I-64 “high tech” corridor in St.

Charles County, the local area has one of the largest concentrations of IT facilities in metro St. Louis.

At more than $7.5 billion in annual total assessed valuation, St. Charles County is ranked third in the state after St. Louis County and Jackson County.

Accounting for 6.2 percent of Missouri’s total economy, St. Charles County is ranked third in the state after St. Louis County and Jackson County.

The 10-block, 200-year-old Historic Main Street in St. Charles is Missouri’s first and largest historic district and one of the largest in the United States.

In 1970, fewer than 100,000 people lived in St. Charles County. Current U.S. Census estimates place the local population above 353,000, with nearly 67,000 people moving here since 2000.

More new residents moved into St. Charles County than anywhere else in Missouri from 2008 to 2009, according to the U.S. Census. The community attracted 5,772 new residents in that year.

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H E A LT H C A R E SSM Health – St. Joseph Hospital

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hen it comes to health care, this growing and changing region has many of the latest medical technologies and advancements at arm’s length. And SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital – St. Charles leads the way by offering some of the most modern services and treatments available.

The 333-bed acute care center in historic downtown St. Charles has been caring for families in St. Charles, Warren and Lincoln counties for more than 130 years. The facility continues to expand and enhance services, recruit outstanding physicians, staff and other caregivers, as well as upgrade its physical space to provide an exceptional patient experience.

The hospital’s goals include providing convenient, efficient, personalized health care. SSM Health is actively engaged in developing an innovative model of care in which it partners with patients to manage and achieve individualized health and wellness goals.

In April 2017, the hospital opened a $26 million outpatient center in St. Charles. The facility spans 55,7000 square feet and, with its location just off Interstate 70, allows for easy access to primary and specialty health care services, including an urgent care clinic and advanced imaging services such as MRI, CT, X-ray, ultrasound, mammography and bone density. It also provides a new home for specialists in internal medicine, pediatrics, endocrinology and SSM Health Physical Therapy. Additionally, there’s an outpatient laboratory, retail pharmacy, edu-

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cation center and a café.

“This center represents the culmination of SSM Health’s vision for the future of health care in St. Charles County,” said Mike Bowers, president of SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital – St. Charles. “Placing greater emphasis on outpatient care allows us to improve the health care experience by building relationships with our patients and actively promoting healthy lifestyle decisions.”

Other SSM Health facilities in St. Charles County include the following: ❚ SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital – Wentzville has provided quality health care services since 1987. The facility houses a 24-hour emergency department and inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services. It is licensed for 77 inpatient behavioral health beds.

In 2016, SSM Health opened a $10.4 million outpatient center at the intersection of Wentzville Parkway and West Meyer Road. The 22,000-square-foot facility provides convenient access to a host of primary and specialty health care and imaging services. ❚ SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital – Lake Saint Louis was established in 1986 to meet the swelling health care demands of western St. Charles County. This 122-bed acute care hospital is the leading provider of emergency and obstetric services in St. Charles, Warren and Lincoln counties.

The hospital is nearing completion of a significant expansion project consisting of the construction of a patient tower and outpatient

services center at its Lake Saint Louis campus.

The three-floor, 75,000-square-foot tower adds 84 patient beds, a dialysis center and a physical therapy gym.

The two-story outpatient facility will feature expanded laboratory services include nuclear medicine and cardiovascular procedure rooms.

It also includes a larger pharmacy and extra parking. The projected completion date is summer 2017.

These capital investments will support SSM Health’s vision of being a high-performing, fully-integrated health delivery network.

Awards and distinctions for SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital – St. Charles: ❚ 2015: Women’s Choice Award for Orthopedics ❚ 2015: Quality Achievement Award from the American Heart Association. Mission: Lifeline STEMI Receiving Center – SILVER, Achievement Award Hospital ❚ 2015: Anthem BlueCross BlueShield Blue Distinction Center+ designation for cardiac care ❚ 2016: Quality Achievement Award from the American Heart Association. Mission: Lifeline STEMI Receiving Center – GOLD, Achievement Award Hospital ❚ 2016: Get With The Guidelines – Stroke GOLD PLUS, American Stroke Association ❚ 2016: National Cardiovascular Data Registry – Gold Performance Achievement Award

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Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital and Progress West Hospital

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or more than 35 years, Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital (BJSPH) has proudly provided accessible, world-class health care in St. Charles, Warren and Lincoln counties. About 900 employees and 400 physicians are encouraged to take a hands-on approach as they bring the latest technology and medical innovations to the immediate area.

As part of the extended BJC HealthCare family, Barnes-Jewish St. Peters specializes in a broad range of services, including emergency care, surgery, cardiology, pulmonology, women’s health, endoscopy, neurology and stroke, diabetes services, orthopedics, sleep and breathing, therapy services and more.

The revered Siteman Cancer Center just completed a $13 million expansion on campus, as well. The new-and-improved center allows even more patients to access state-of-the-art care at a facility named among the top 10 in the country by “U.S. News & World Report.”

What’s more, construction is well underway for a new inpatient rehabilitation facility, which will provide rehabilitation and therapy services in St. Peters. Also slated to open in 2017 is a newborn intensive care unit at the Childbirth Center at Progress West Hospital.

The staff here understand that community

health extends far beyond hospital walls. BJC HealthCare offers ongoing programs, screenings, support groups and educational outreach.

Barnes-Jewish St. Peters and Progress West hospitals offer a variety of programs to connect people with resources that empower them to make healthy lifestyle choices. Classes and services offered include family and children education, health screening, senior services, tours of the childbirth center, support groups and more.

Since its opening in 2007, Progress West Hospital has focused on elevating the health care experience. This bright, modern facility creates a welcoming, healing environment from the moment patients step inside. Adding to this experience is a friendly staff that is able to care for the whole family, bolstered by the fact that St. Louis Children’s Hospital physicians are on hand. Not to mention that they also offer renowned obstetrical care, comprehensive heart care, emergency medicine, gastroenterology, imaging, occupational and physical therapy, cancer care, women and infant services, pediatric care, surgery, award-winning heart care, wound care, a sleep lab and more.

In 2016, health care professionals at Barnes-Jewish St. Peters and Progress West hos-

pitals cared for 8,000 inpatients, delivered 800 babies and attended to 50,000 people in their emergency departments, according to President Chris Watts.

BJSPH and PWH awards and recognitions include: ❚ Top 100 Hospitals by Healthgrades America’s Best Hospitals (2015). ❚ Safest hospital in the St. Louis metro region

by Consumer Reports (2012). ❚ Professional Research Consultants Excellence in Healthcare 5-Star Awards for the Emergency Department (2011, 2012); Obstetrics (2012); Outpatient Services (2011, 2014); Outpatient Radiology (2011); Outpatient Surgery (2011); Outpatient Surgery (2011); Outpatient GI/Endoscopy Services (2011: also “Top Performer” for Outpatient GI/Endoscopy Services; 2014). ❚ Top Ten Hospital on “U.S. News & World Report’s” Best Hospitals list for the St. Louis metropolitan area (2011). ❚ Healthgrades Outstanding Patient Experience Award (2009, 2010): BJSPH is “Ranked Among the Top 5 Percent in the Nation for Outstanding Patient Experience

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t Mercy Kids Mid Rivers, the medical staff wants patients to rest assured that they are prepared and ready to treat everything from boo-boos to the big stuff.

Kids seem to be in a constant state of growing and changing, and so too is Mercy.

It was built to meet the wide variety of needs that pediatric patients face. The goal here is to offer specialized care for kids close to home by bringing pediatric primary care and specialty services to the area.

Mercy Kids Mid Rivers, at 4525 Mid River Mall Dr. in Cottleville, focuses solely on childhood needs, making it a unique asset to St. Charles County. The latest development at this facility is construction of the McAuley Playground, an “Unlimited Play inclusive playground.” It is slated to open late spring.

The park was named in honor of the Sisters of Mercy Founder Catherine McAuley, who had special concern for children and women who were poor and underserved. The McAuley Playground, a place where limitations will be forgotten and differences are celebrated, is a partnership between Mercy Kids, Unlimited Play and the city of Cottleville.

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some point, Mercy Kids Therapy Services provides a wide array of programs and treatments that aim to improve children’s functional abilities and quality of life. Skilled therapists work with children of all ages to address needs that include fine motor, gross motor, cognitive skills and speech and language issues, as well as physical and emotional development.

Other services include the following: ❚ Physical therapy ❚ Occupational therapy ❚ Social communication groups ❚ Speech-language therapy ❚ Family/caregiver training ❚ Feeding/swallowing services ❚ Orthotics/splinting services Additional offerings include Mercy Kids Therapy and Development Center, with autism-related programs, an outdoor therapeutic playground, educational and screening programs, community education, and lab services.

And after surgery or a sports injury, a child’s recovery can be expedited at Mercy Kids’ fully equipped pediatric rehabilitation gym. Physical and occupational therapists and sports medicine specialists work one-on-one with each child, tailoring their care to their personal needs.

In addition to specialty care, the facility is home to Mercy Clinic Pediatrics-Mid Rivers, with six Mercy Clinic pediatricians and two pediatric nurse practitioners.

For treatment without an appointment, walk-in care is a great choice with Mercy Kids Convenient Care. Patients up to age 21 will be seen by a highly experienced pediatric nurse practitioner for the same cost as a doctor’s office co-pay.

Mercy Kids Convenient Care is perfect for the treatment of minor injuries and illnesses such as coughs and colds, sinus infections, sore throats, rashes, cases of pink eye, upset stomachs and urinary tract infections.

If your child requires hospitalization, Mercy’s Children’s Hospital – on the campus of Mercy Hospital St. Louis – is a full-service operation.

Overall, Mercy employs over 350 health care providers in St Charles County.

When more serious medical attention is warranted for anyone in the family, there are two Mercy Urgent Cares in St. Charles County.

For simple cuts, puncture wounds, abscesses or sprains, strains and fractures, the hospital’s urgent care locations are also available with no appointment needed.

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ACTIVE RETIREMENT

Retirees in St. Charles County often show no

signs of slowing down. A lot of younger seniors today view retirement as a time to experience things that got pushed aside when work took priority. The St. Charles area provides plenty of fulfilling and adventurous options, such as wine tours, historic stops, casino fun, shopping, dining and the performing arts.

Grandparents will enjoy taking their grandkids to a number of family attractions, including the Saint Louis Zoo, City Museum, Grant’s Farm, The Magic House children’s museum,

River City Rascals minor league baseball, Six Flags St. Louis and more.

Whether you’re seeking fun-filled activity or a more leisurely pace, St. Charles County offers retirement options for every need and speed.

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The region provides an array of services for health care needs, as well, whether they be minor or more long-term. Major hospitals, non-emergency services and preventive care are

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Local urgent care facilities can easily put residents’ minds at ease when it comes to treating minor illnesses and injuries. They include Mercy Kids Convenient Care – Mid Rivers, Mercy Urgent Care – Piper Hill, Our Urgent Care in St. Charles and Wentzville, St. Luke’s Urgent Care, Concentra Medical Center, SSM Health Urgent Care, After Hours Pediatric Urgent

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When it comes to pearly whites, many area dental care offices offer the latest technical innovations and stress-free care. They aim to treat the needs of a range of patients.

And local optometrists know how to address all aspects that impact eye health: nutrition, exercise, social habits, medications and systemic diseases.

DEVELOPMENTAL AND BEHAVIORAL SERVICES

Programs and assistance for preschool-age children with special needs can be secured from United Services – a national nonprofit organization providing developmental learning and pediatric therapy services.

For adults with cognitive or other developmental disabilities, there’s Emmaus Homes in St. Charles. This private nonprofit organization is faith-based and supported by the United Way. Meanwhile, Preferred Family Healthcare provides treatment for substance abuse, addictions and behavioral disorders.

HELPING HANDS FOR SENIORS

Because seniors often need increased care, local providers offer a range of options, such as long-term rehabilitation, nursing care, assisted

living and memory-care services in the Villages of St. Peters. Home Instead Senior Care in St. Peters offers many types of in-home, individualized care. Additionally, care ranging from independent living to skilled nursing is available on the Mount Carmel Senior Living campus.

At-home assistance is provided through a variety of home health service organizations, including Assistance Home Care and Visiting Angels of Greater St. Charles.

MEMORY CARE

When it comes to the mental challenges of aging, local memory care facilities can offer peace of mind.

Cedarhurst Assisted Living and Memory Care customizes “programs, places and experiences for happiness.” There is an understanding and respect for the fact that each resident arrives with a unique set of backgrounds, needs and conditions. There is an emphasis on respect and dignity.

There’s also Villages of St. Peters Memory Care in St. Peters: an assisted-living memory care community providing specialized attention and a welcoming environment to those living with dementia and Alzheimer’s. This development is designed with a village concept and neighborhoods that offer the amenities of home.

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E D U C AT I O N Regional School Districts

CITY OF ST. CHARLES

The City of St. Charles School District is building tomorrow’s leaders, but it also has played an integral role in the city’s rich past.

Most of the district is located in St. Charles proper, with a small percentage in St. Peters plus some unincorporated areas. Established in 1846, it covers 17 square miles.

About 4,900 students are enrolled in the district’s six elementary schools (grades preschool-4), intermediate school (grades 5-6), middle school (grades 7-8) and two high schools. In addition, the district features the Lewis and Clark Career Center, which serves students across St. Charles County.

The City of St. Charles schools’ mission is to “reach, teach and empower all students by providing a challenging, diverse and innovative education.”

In April 2017, voters approved Proposition KIDS – a no-tax-rate bond issuance that will generate approximately $47 million for the district. Plans include upgrading facilities, significantly improving learning environments for all learners, and construction of an early childhood center.

Then again, the district has always had its eye on improvement and success: it earned its first Distinction in Performance for Improvement from the Department of Elementary and

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Secondary Schools in 2006 and has won this award every year since. Both high schools are designated A+ Schools.

Values that the district promotes include providing high-quality education for all students; achievement through individual success, collaboration with parents and community stakeholders; exploration, innovation and creativity; hiring and retaining high-quality staff; and making informed decisions that are student centered, data driven and fiscally responsible.

Contact St. Charles schools at (636) 443-4000 or visit www.stcharles.k12.mo.us.

FORT ZUMWALT

Come to Fort Zumwalt School District, and you’ll find educators whose interests extend beyond academics, as evidenced by their longstanding “Pushing for Positive Peer Influence” motto.

The district, based in O’Fallon, serves about 18,000 students in 24 schools across 136 square miles. It is the fourth-largest district in the bistate region, with 1,414 teachers, 1,271 support staff and 72 administrators. Three of its four high schools recently were named to the “U.S. News and World Report” list of America’s best high schools.

Fort Zumwalt’s mission is to ensure that “students, regardless of ability or economic level,

are provided an education in such a positive and safe learning environment that all reach their potential.” The district emphasizes the virtues of democracy, citizenship, self-discipline, work ethic and the need to respect all members of society.

Recently, the district opened the Mike Clemens Center for Adaptive Learning for students and families who require a support system for social/emotional, behavioral, autism, and/or academic needs. Other developments include Flint Hill Elementary, which opened in fall 2016, and the Early Childhood Center, which is slated to open in fall 2017.

When it comes to both athletics and the fine arts, various school groups consistently nab awards and distinctions.

Contact the district at (636) 240-2072 or visit www.fz.k12.mo.us.

FRANCIS HOWELL

The Francis Howell School District is one of the largest in Missouri, spanning 150 square miles and including the cities of St. Peters, Cottleville, Weldon Spring, Harvester, New Melle, southern portions of St. Charles City and eastern portions of O’Fallon.

With a student population of about 18,100, the district contains three early childhood centers, 10 elementary schools, five middle

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schools, three high schools, one alternative high school and one alternative education school.

The high schools are recognized often for their successes, including when Francis Howell High School and Francis Howell Central High School were named among the Top 20 High Schools in Missouri (out of 517 schools) by “U.S. News and World Report” in 2017. Its average ACT score is 22, compared to the state’s 20.7. The graduation rate is 96 percent.

Contact the district at (636) 851-4000 or visit www.fhsdschools.org.

ORCHARD FARM R-V SCHOOL DISTRICT

Simply stated: Orchard Farm School District is in the business of cultivating homegrown success stories. Or, in the words of its mission statement, the goal is “to achieve educational excellence for all students.”

Based in St. Charles, the district is home to about 1,800 students and encompasses approximately 125 square miles. It is comprised of two elementary schools, a middle school, an “A+ designated” high school and a new Early Childhood Center.

The district has come a long way since its start in 1959. It has been recognized by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education as a “Distinction in Performance” district. It is accredited by AdvancED. And it has received national recognition from ACT, Inc., for continued improvement of composite ACT scores that among the top in St. Charles County.

In addition, Orchard Farm schools are committed to STEM and technology education, with a complete engineering, biomedical and computer science program at the high-school level.

Contact the district at (636) 250-5000 or visit www.ofsd.k12.mo.us.

Private Education Options While public schools have plenty of advocates and success stories, some families prefer the atmosphere and philosophy of a private school education. Proponents say private schools with smaller enrollment numbers are better prepared to offer smaller class sizes and more individualized instruction. Another advantage, some say, is that private schools are designed to draw people together over shared values.

The St. Charles County area has a number of private education options. One such learning institution is Duchesne High School. Here, administrators and staff are committed to providing an exceptional education experience by helping each student grow in mind, body and spirit. Duchesne is a coeducational school where academic excellence is second to none. Its intimate student body size of 330 provides a warm, familial atmosphere where students have opportunities and success in athletics, the arts and STEM competitions.

Duchesne promotes a lifelong devotion to service to others, Catholic faith, Christian living and continual learning so that students may make informed choices and positive differences in the world. It’s located at 2550 Elm St. in St. Charles. Contact them at (636) 946-6767 or visit www.duchesne-hs.org.

Another highly-regarded private school in the area is Living Word Christian School; students come here from across five counties and 40 ZIP codes. The school prides itself on delivering a Christ-centered education while empowering students through more than 80 different classes, including foreign languages, computer courses, food sciences, biology, chemistry, physics and in-house college credit courses.

It has two sites in St. Peters: a preschool, and an elementary campus that serves K-5. The middle school and the high school are at the same convenient location at 1145 Tom Ginnever Ave. in O’Fallon.

Contact the school at (636) 978-1680 or visit www.lwcs.us.

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Higher Learning

LINDENWOOD UNIVERSITY

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Lindenwood University is the second-oldest institution of higher learning west of the Mississippi River, having been established in 1827. It prides itself in offering values-centered programs to develop the whole person and to help shape educated, responsible citizens of a global community.

The university’s 500-acre St. Charles campus has experienced growth in the past two decades with increased enrollment and numerous new buildings, including the $32 million J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts, the Evans Commons and the new Library and Academic Resources Center on First Capitol Drive, which is scheduled to open in fall 2017. The university has made several enhancements to campus life recently, including a new Chick-fil-A and Qdoba in the Spellmann Campus Center Dining Hall.

The public, four-year liberal arts university was affiliated with the Presbyterian Church until the late 1960s and is now an independent private institution. The mission statement lists the following goals: ❚ Offering both professional and pre-professional degree programs. ❚ Focusing on the talents, interests and futures of the students. ❚ supporting academic freedom and the unrestricted search for truth. ❚ affording cultural enrichment to the surrounding community. ❚ Promoting ethical lifestyles. ❚ Developing adaptive thinking and problem-solving skills. ❚ Furthering lifelong learning.

Students – about 15,600 annually – have their pick of more than 130 graduate and undergraduate degree programs for about 12,000 students annually. Lindenwood strives to be a model example of a new category in higher education – the teaching university, which focuses on offering a learning-oriented campus culture. At Lindenwood, that culture includes a commitment to strong general education; education of the whole person; development of critical thinking skills and a problem-solving orientation; character education; and the encouragement of social responsibility.

Lindenwood is known both nationally and internationally for innovation, entrepreneurship and extraordinary dedication to students.

The main campus is located at 209 S. Kingshighway in St. Charles, with several extension sites located throughout the St. Louis metro area.

For more information, call (636)949-4949 or visit www.lindenwood.edu.

ST. CHARLES COMMUNITY COLLEGE

St. Charles Community College (SCC) is part of the fabric of the local community. It is a public, comprehensive two-year community college that presents a quality, affordable higher-education option for area residents.

Located at 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Dr. in Cottleville, SCC offers a wide variety of transfer opportunities, associate degrees and certificate programs in the arts, business, sciences and career-technical fields. In addition, it provides workforce training and community-based per-

sonal and professional development.

Founded in 1986, St. Charles Community College is the fourth-largest of Missouri’s 12 community college districts. It boasts a 12-building campus that has won architectural awards for its innovative, contemporary “educational village” design.

And with more than 45 clubs and organizations, students don’t have to look far to find something that interests them at SCC. Activities include all the standards, as well as an anime and animation club, fishing club, game and mind expansion society, a “Humans vs.

Zombies” group, ping-pong devotees, a roller hockey club and more.

The facility also showcases student creativity through theater performances, art exhibits, film series, musical events, coffeehouse open-mic events and social initiatives.

It’s true: there’s always something to do at SCC. For more information, call (636) 922-8000 or visit www.stchas.edu.

VATTEROTT COLLEGE – ST. CHARLES

Vatterott College in St. Charles offers trades, medical, automotive, fitness and technology programs for those looking to make a career change.

Focus on the whole student is evident from start to finish here. Recruitment, admissions, training and career services policies are designed to develop students’ abilities, attitude and interests so that they may become skilled and successful employees. Industry-current

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equipment on which to train, career assistance services, smaller class sizes and more make Vatterott a unique option that suits many.

Vatterott serves a diverse student population across 19 locations in nine states, as well as online.

For more information, call (636) 366-4363 or visit www.vatterott.edu/st_charles.asp.

LEWIS & CLARK CAREER CENTER

Lewis & Clark Career Center provides students from among five St. Charles County school districts with a rigorous, supportive

and meaningful career and technical education program designed to meet the needs of the local community. There are 14 programs that allow high school juniors and seniors to explore career interests while earning industry certifications, high school and, possibly, college credit. All programs are overseen by advisory committees that include professionals from their respective fields who offer instructor guidance.

For more information, call (636) 443-4950 or visit http://stcharles1.schoolwires.net/lewisandclarkcareercenter.

The Academy of the Sacred Heart has been educating the minds and nurturing the hearts of St. Charles area children for nearly two centuries.

The private, independent Catholic elementary school celebrates its 200th anniversary in 2018 and has seen multiple generations of students pass through its doors.

The school’s focus is on educating every aspect of a child’s development.

Intellectual growth is augmented with spiritual, emotional, relational and moral development. Sacred Heart’s ultimate goal is to launch courageous, confident leaders into local communities to help make the world a better place. Here, faith-based instruction encourages students to love God by serving others.

Founded in 1818 by St. Rose Philippine Duchesne, a member of the Society of the Sacred Heart in France, the Academy was the very first Sacred Heart school in the country. She worked tirelessly for 34 years to establish Sacred Heart education in the New World.

Today there are 147 Schools of the Sacred Heart in the world, with 24 in the U.S. and Canada. All promote the same five Goals of Sacred Heart Education: ❚ A personal and active faith in God. ❚ A deep respect for intellectual values. ❚ A social awareness which impels to action. ❚ The building of community as a Christian value. ❚ Personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom.

The school, at 619 N. 2nd St. in St. Charles, offers full-day preschool through fifth grade in a coeducational format; sixth, seventh and eighth grades are divided by gender.

Graduates attend their first-choice high schools, where they regularly enroll in advanced placement classes.

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HOMES & NEIGHBORHOODS Great Variety, Great Location

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hen it comes to buying a home, choosing St. Charles County has proven to be a sound investment. The area provides an eclectic mix of established neighborhoods and new construction, as well as myriad public amenities, community events and outdoor recreational offerings. Housing prices are on the rise, proving that the area is becoming increasingly popular.

Home values and real estate prices here have been at an all-time high, according to Mark Stallman, CEO of St. Charles County Associ-

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ation of REALTORS®. For the first quarter of 2017 (the most recent data available), the median home price jumped 7.4 percent to $204,000 – the highest ever here.

One of Missouri’s most bustling communities, St. Charles, enjoys a host of local, big-city perks with plenty of small-town charm. It provides a high quality of life and a wide variety of housing options.

St. Charles County is home to a wide selection of housing options, from charming, modest starter homes to luxury estates to retirement living – and everything in between.

When it comes to distinctive housing options, the county has a bevy to pick from.

Larger municipalities include St. Charles, St. Peters, O’Fallon, Dardenne Prairie, Lake Saint Louis, Wentzville, Cottleville and Weldon Spring. Several of these routinely rank highly on community safety lists. All offer distinctive neighborhoods for home buyers to browse.

In St. Charles, Spring Mill offers luxury homes, many of which are $500,000 and up.

In St. Peters alone, there are some 200 neighborhoods to explore. Montecito subdivision is a more upscale development with about 145 premium homes, a lake, walking trails and exterior maintenance services for residents – all conveniently located near major highways and numerous recreational activities. Median home values here are roughly $315,000, according to www.homesnap.com.

One of the newer and more popular developments in St. Charles is the Streets of St. Charles: a mixed-use venue that offers entertainment,

shopping, dining and residences. New luxury apartments here offer a plush urban atmosphere and nine floor plans. Options include balconies, terraces, a heated infinity pool, outdoor kitchen and grilling areas, hot tub, fire pit, business center, clubhouse, 24-hour fitness center complete with tanning bed and even a dog grooming parlor.

Part of what makes the area so desirable are low crime rates, high-quality schools, an affordable cost of living and an endless list of activities. The county has created several parks and public trails have been expanded over the course of the last decade.

The five largest cities in St. Charles County – St. Charles, St. Peters, O’Fallon, Wentzville and Lake Saint Louis – were included in a 2017 list of the top 50 safest cities in Missouri by the National Council for Home Safety and Security.

With its locally owned shops and restaurants, historic Main Street St. Charles serves as a focal point and tourist draw. Take a stroll along its brick-lined streets and you’ll find many buildings that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Curious about the starting point for the Lewis and Clark expedition? You’ll find it here.

For more mature folks looking to start a new chapter, St. Charles County is an ideal spot for retirement, as well. A host of health care facilities located nearby is a major plus, particularly for this demographic.

Whether you’re scouting out a starting home or looking to downsize, unpack your life in the St. Charles region. You’ll be glad you did.

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WORSHIP Community of Faith

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he faith community in the St. Charles County region has a rich Catholic tradition dating back to its earliest French settlers. But it also features congregations representing a wide variety of denominations and beliefs. Lutheran, Churches of Christ, Presbyterian, Baptist, Methodist and others of the Christian belief are represented, and there is a synagogue for those of the Jewish faith.

ST. JOHN UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

Founded in 1868, St. John United Church of Christ in St. Charles is part of the national United Church of Christ. Offering two Sunday services as well as a wide array of programs, organizations and worship experiences, St. John is happy to greet visitors of every age, and casual attire is welcome. Recorded and live services are available online.

CHAMBER-MEMBER CONGREGATIONS

Hope Lutheran Church and Preschool 1975 Old Hwy. 94 South Saint Charles, MO 63303 (636) 946-8922 St. John United Church of Christ 405 South 5th St. St. Charles, MO 63301-3408 (636) 946-0961 Church Of The Shepherd 1601 Woodstone St. Charles, MO 63304 (636) 441-2434

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R E C R E AT I O N , TO U R I S M & E N T E R TA I N M E N T Play Hard, Live Healthy

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hatever kind of recreation you seek, chances are it’s nearby in St. Charles County.

The county is consistently ranked among the healthiest in Missouri, and for good reason. It offers an abundance of fitness, sporting and outdoor activities, as well as entertainment and events and attractions to draw tourists.

From modern shopping developments to dining options that run the gamut of cuisines and atmospheres, the greater St. Charles area has more excitement to offer than one could ever fit on a calendar – not to mention the scenic trails that all but pick you up off the couch and thrust you into Mother Nature’s inviting arms.

PARKS AND ACTIVITIES

A healthy community is an active community, and St. Charles County is proof positive.

Area park districts extend opportunities for all ages in the areas of group and independent exercise; dance; swim; gymnastics; BMX biking; field, rink and court sports; cycling; fishing and much more. There’s even a community garden.

HIKES AND BIKES

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from St. Charles to Clinton is a true gem. This 225-mile trail is a favorite among outdoor aficionados for biking, running or hiking along bluffs and wooded areas.

There’s also the Great Rivers Greenway – a network of parks and open spaces linked by greenways. The system links the public to rivers, parks and communities in St. Charles County, St. Louis County and the city of St. Louis.

Pop into the Bike Stop Café in St. Charles for some serious multi-tasking: check out the bike shop that offers rentals, services and accessories while grabbing a cup of Joe. Another place that will equip you for the trails is Katy Bike Rental, with locations in Defiance and Augusta. This store offers bike, cart and tandem rentals; parts, accessories and apparel; repairs and maintenance; state park souvenirs; and refreshments.

In addition, the store offers shuttle service to drive you to the other end of the trail or even on a winery tour!

ENTERTAINMENT AND MUSIC

If the creative vibe of live music suits your style, there are many local outlets and venues.

You can find live music on the second Wednesday of every month May through September at StreetsFest, located in the Streets

of St. Charles shopping and entertainment development.

Or try Music on the Main every third Wednesday of the month, May through September, in downtown St. Charles. Bring your lawn chairs to this free outdoor concert series, which runs from 5 to 7:30 p.m. along North Main Street.

And if you find yourself with a free Thursday, be sure to check out the St. Charles Municipal Band Summer Concert Series in Frontier Park.

Finally, after a long work week, you just want to unwind and have a good time. The City of St. Peters offers a free summer concert series – Sunset Fridays at 370 Lakeside Park from May through August. Enjoy great music in a winery-style, date-night atmosphere that makes for a relaxing Friday evening along the lake. The Corporate Pavilion seats more than 300 guests comfortably on outdoor furniture and provides a large courtyard and grassy area for extra seating if you’d like to bring your lawn chairs and blankets.

While the wineries in St. Charles County are open year-round, you can easily find live music and entertainment from April through October.

There’s no better way to spend a lazy weekend day than with a live music, a picnic lunch and fine wine.

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St. Charles Area Parks and Amenities

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hether you’re looking for a trail to explore or a swing to soar on, numerous outdoor facilities in the greater St. Charles County area beckon the public to come out and play. Here’s a list of some of the highlights:

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❚ Discovery Playground at Jaycee Park: this popular destination is home to an all-inclusive playground with a water feature. The playground utilizes the natural hillside of the park and includes several play areas, swings, roller and metal slides (for those with cochlear implants), and musical play features. ❚ Katy Depot in Frontier Park: this 1893 historic landmark is restored and located along the Katy Trail.

This spot is a popular, scenic backdrop for wedding and senior photos. Having been recently renovated, the south end of the Katy Depot seats 49 guests and is rentable spring through fall. ❚ Motorcycle Training Facility: The St. Charles’s park district’s Ranger Division offers a Motorcycle Safety Program that began in 1997 and is taught by Motorcycle Safety Foundation Certified Instructors who have taught more than 13,000 students so far. ❚ Wapelhorst, Blanchette and McNair aquatic facilities: thanks to the passing of Proposition P for Parks and Stormwater, fresh projects on the horizon for 2018 include a new Blanchette Aquatic Facility as well as a renovation of Wapelhrost.

ST. PETERS

The City of St. Peters has 25 parks covering about 1,300 acres and more than 20 miles of pedestrian/bike trails. Other amenities include playgrounds, picnic shelters and pavilions, athletic fields, a golf course, an archery range, a BMX track, an outdoor fitness area, two wedding gazebos, fishing ponds, an outdoor pool and dog park. Parks include the following: ❚ The St. Peters Rec-Plex: this recreational site consists of the original Rec-Plex facility and the newer Rec-Plex South. Features include an indoor track, indoor pools, ice rink, basketball/volleyball gym, and fitness classrooms. Rec-Plex South includes two more ice rinks, a gymnasium, and a multipurpose gym. ❚ City Centre Park: these 78 acres of natural beauty include a serene pond with lush landscaping, mature trees and decorative waterfall, as well as a gazebo. For recreation, it offers baseball diamonds, a soccer/ football field, trails, an inclusive playground and an outdoor amphitheater for music and performing arts. This park is also home to a veterans’ memorial. ❚ The newest and largest park in is 370 Lakeside Park. With more than 300 acres, it includes a 140-acre recreational lake with fishing and boating, a walking trail surrounding the lake, and a campground with 75 RB sites and group tent camping. It also has a playground, family picnic areas, pavilions, sand volleyball, an archery range and the St. Peters Rotary Dog Park.

family parties and other events. The rentable facility features a vaulted ceiling and a wooden deck that overlooks a nearby lake and gazebo. ❚ Klondike Park in Augusta: this 250-acre park features more than 4 miles of trails. Once the site of an old silica sand quarry, the area has been preserved and turned into parkland with a lookout bluff that provides views of the Missouri River Valley and the Katy Trail. It is also a popular camping retreat, offering a fishing lake surrounded by white sand beaches, birding/wildlife area, playgrounds and more. ❚ The Heritage Museum at Heritage Park in St. Peters: this nearly 6,000-square-foot facility offers free, large displays focusing on local and state history. The current exhibit, “Our Sporting Heritage,” celebrates recreation by showcasing the history of hunting and fishing both locally and statewide. The exhibit features a Marksman Training Simulator, an interactive digital hunting simulator that has the largest video shooting surface in the world and is one of only three of its kind in the United States. ❚ Work is underway to build on the property formerly known as Sammelmann Farm in Weldon Spring. While most county parks are designed to be driven to in rural settings, this new 120-acre park is surrounded by residential development. Highlights include a walking and biking trail; an accessible playground that encompasses social/emotional, physical, sensory, cognitive and communication development; an interactive water play area; climbing features; a hill slide; two lakes stocked with fish; an off-leash dog park; picnic shelters and more.

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The St. Charles County Parks and Recreation Department offers unique parks and facilities and a range of programs and special events, in addition to features that enhance the region’s historical and natural environmental heritage. Amenities include picnic shelters, camping facilities and indoor lodges that can host weddings, family functions and business conferences. Some noteworthy facilities are as follows: ❚ Quail Ridge Lodge in Wentzville: this 3,600-square-foot lodge accommodates up to 188 guests for wedding receptions, organization banquets, GSTCCC.COM

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The Rivers: Then & Now

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ivers are a true wonder of nature.

Their majestic beauty has inspired countless poets, painters, artists – and regular Joes. They continue a centuries-old method of transportation. And they present the perfect getaway, for either respite and play, while providing a breathtaking backdrop to watch nature at work, to cast a line or to drop a canoe.

The St. Charles area is home to two of the state’s largest rivers: the Mighty Mississippi and its tributary, the Missouri – the longest river in the country.

Flowing from the Great Lakes to the Gulf of Mexico, the Mississippi River is a transportation artery that is an integral part of the heart of the city and with a deep history. Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto first laid claim to the river in 1541, with French explorers Louis Joliet and Jacques Marquette following up in the 17th century and actually reaching as far as St. Charles County.

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19th century, both rivers were the primary routes of transportation in the Midwest – mainly by canoe, keelboat or steamboat. The railroad arrived in St. Charles County in the 1850s and became the major mode of travel until paved roads began being built in the 1920s.

As for the Missouri River, it drains nearly one-sixth of the area of the United States. First fully explored by Lewis and Clark, the Missouri River winds across a whopping 530,000 square miles in North America. It extends from the Rocky Mountains east to the basin of the Mississippi.

Today, the rivers do far more than provide transportation. Residents rely on them to generate hydroelectric power and to serve as major recreational attractions in the St. Charles region.

Fishing is by far the biggest sport here. But there are other activities, as well. For example, the Missouri is home to a boat race across the entire state every August. The 340-mile journey, called the Missouri American Water MR340, ends in St. Charles. Participants are allowed 88 hours to complete the course.

If a shorter trip is more your style, check out Missouri River Excursions in Defiance. It offers

canoe, kayak, or large-raft rentals for those looking to float the Missouri River on half- or full-day trips.

Its counterpart, the Mississippi, is home to a wide array of fish and wildlife and is a major migratory flyway for many birds. Located at Confluence Point State Park is the 4,300-acre Columbia Bottom Conservation Area, which offers hunting, fishing, hiking, biking and bird-watching.

Boating and yachting are big here, as evidenced by the number of marinas. The river’s island beaches create a picturesque setting where recreational boaters often throw parties.

The Yacht Club of St. Louis sits on the Dardenne Slough. Members enjoy a private pool, two dining rooms, a riverside patio and live music. Further downstream, Palisades Marina & Yacht Club is a public boating and social club in Portage Des Sioux. The shrine to Our Lady of the Rivers can be seen downstream. In addition, John’s Boat Harbor is a full-service marina offering docking, dry storage, repairs and more.

Truly, there are plenty of opportunities to experience the river life in St. Charles County.

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Outdoors and on the Trails

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uality of life is a major reason why people visit and even move to St. Charles County. Nature and green space play a pivotal role here, attracting folks from across state lines even. Good for a leisurely stroll as well as more rigorous hikes, local paths are a big draw for those who seek to bask in the great outdoors.

GREAT RIVERS GREENWAY

The Great Rivers Greenway is a network of parks and open spaces linked by greenways. It was created to connect the public more easily to rivers, parks and communities in St. Charles County, St. Louis County and the city of St. Louis. Created in 2000 after a citizen vote, the idea was to establish a community asset for generations to come. That vote created a sales tax that funds construction and maintenance of the greenway district.

The biggest boon to the greenway lately has been all about bridges: construction has begun on bicycle and pedestrian bridges over highways 364 and 94 in St. Charles. To do so, the existing Centennial Greenway that links Heritage Park and the Katy Trail State Park will be extended to connect thousands of residents on both sides of the community.

Plans call for a one-mile extension of the existing 2.2-mile Centennial Greenway just east of the Heritage Museum. The paved greenway will head north and cross both highways, where it will connect to Old Highway 94 near Muegge Road. The new route will enable on-street connections to several nearby parks, as well as the

McClay Branch of the St. Charles City-County Library and two schools.

“This is a game-changing connection for people in the City of St. Charles, St. Charles County and beyond,” said St. Charles County Executive Steve Ehlmann. “By bridging these two highways, thousands of people who live, work, and go to school in this area will now be able to safely walk or ride a bike to get where they need to go.”

In addition, the greenway expansion will have a rest stop landscaped with native plants.

AUGUST A. BUSCH MEMORIAL CONSERVATION AREA

The nearly 7,000-acre August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area serves as the St. Louis regional Missouri Department of Conservation office and includes a visitor center. Fishing and hunting licenses are available here for use in roughly 30 lakes and ponds. Boat rentals are a big draw, as are managed deer hunts. Other outdoors attractions include hiking, picnicking, bird-watching areas, a shooting range, an archery range and prairie restoration spots.

KATY TRAIL STATE PARK

Another popular spot is the Katy Trail, which is a state park and a major attraction in the area. Here, outdoor enthusiasts can bike, run or hike along river bluffs and wooded areas. The Katy Trail is a 225-mile recreation rail trail that runs from St. Charles, near the confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri rivers, to Clinton, about 75 miles southeast of Kansas City.

Hardcore riding enthusiasts hit “the Mound,” which is a starting point for rides that connect to the Katy Trail. From there, they visit three parks (called the trifecta): Lost Valley, Matson Hill and Klondike Park, according to Ralph Pfremmer, executive director of Trailnet.

CITY AND COUNTY PARKS AND GREENWAYS

The St. Charles County Parks System is one of Pfremmer’s personal favorites. Don’t miss taking time to explore Lost Valley Trail in the Weldon Spring Conservation Area, located near Chesterfield. It features a Little Femme Osage Creek and a crystal-clear spring, and visitors often cross paths with deer and turkeys. Other trails not to be missed include Matson Hill Park Trail in Defiance and Augusta’s Klondike Park Trial, which features bluffs and a gorgeous lake.

Multi-use trails in St. Charles County that permit horseback riding as well as hiking and biking are open at Broemmelsiek Park and Indian Camp Creek Park. The City of St. Charles offers trails of various lengths and surfaces in 11 different parks, in addition to the paved 3.8mile hike and bike Boschert Greenway.

Not to be overlooked, Centennial Greenway is a 20-mile track that connects people to nature as an off-street bicycle and pedestrian trail and linear park. It runs from St. Charles County to downtown St. Louis, offering a direct connection to the paved Creve Coeur Connector trail that takes you across the Missouri River and links up with the paved trails and other attractions in Creve Coeur County Park.

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Shop & Dine

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hether it’s major-end retailers or mom-and-pop businesses you seek, St. Charles County offers the full shopping and dining spectrum. The region’s offerings run the gamut between well-known national names in the Mid Rivers Mall to independent shops and eateries on Main Street.

MID RIVERS MALL

Mid Rivers Mall in St. Peters lends itself to one-stop shopping and entertainment. It includes department and specialty stores, a variety of dining options, as well as the Wehrenberg Mid Rivers 14 Cine movie theater.

THE MEADOWS

The Meadows in Lake Saint Louis, one of St. Charles County’s newer shopping destinations, is home to more than 30 shops. The Meadows aims to blend national retailers with culturally distinctive merchandise in a welcoming, family and community-focused environment. This open-air plaza includes a farmers’ market, summer music and movie series, street performances and concerts.

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HISTORIC MAIN STREET ST. CHARLES

For a unique shopping trip, head to St. Charles’ 14-block Main Street in one of Missouri’s largest historic districts. The brick street leads to more than 75 unique shops and 25 restaurants and pubs.

STREETS OF ST. CHARLES

The region’s newest shopping and entertainment destination bills itself as “a 360-degree experience.” The Streets of St. Charles is slated to be a distinctive 1 million-square-foot mixed-use community with retail, dining, entertainment, hospitality, residential and offices components in a town square environment.

AMC Theatres, Drury Inn and the first Tru by Hilton Hotel in the Midwest will anchor the development. One of the main spots to grab a bite here is Firebirds Wood-Fired Grill. It offers wood-fired steaks, seafood, specialty cocktails and select wines. Firebirds touts top-notch service paired and upscale dining at a modest price. For Mexican fare, plan a pitstop at Mission Taco Joint, which is soon to open here. It prides itself on a flavorful, varied menu of queso con chorizo, wild mushroom empanadas, barbecue duck, Baja fish, mofu tofu, milanesa and more.

Other key tenants include Bar Louie, PF Chang’s, Pieology, Wasabi Sushi Bar, U-Swirl/Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory and Orangetheory Fitness. About half of the square footage in the project was open as of spring 2017.

In addition, a number of unique shops are located in Streets of St. Charles. They include Olivinos, which is a purveyor of specialty olive oils, balsalmic vinegars and wine; Sole & Blues, which sells men’s & women’s clothing; and MOD, which carries women’s clothing.

HISTORIC FRENCHTOWN DISTRICT

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The Historic Frenchtown District is a haven for antique lovers, with a half-dozen unique stores dotting the beautiful landscape of this neighborhood. Shoppers can find authentic furniture, glassware, linens and antiques in a variety of styles. There’s also an eclectic mix of other shops, including bridal boutiques, salons, florists, and photographers.

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DINING SAMPLER

St. Charles is home to many locally owned and extraordinary restaurants sure to please any palate.

For those seeking a chop house, Cork & Barrel is calling your name. The restaurant features wine, beer and spirits from all 50 states. The farm-to-fork concept behind the restaurant is reflected in the design and décor, with its hallmark being some 210 wine barrels displayed within its wall.

Llywelyns Pub’s staff is dedicated to providing a warm and inviting gathering place for the community while serving up a Celtic-inspired menu that includes Irish and Scottish selections. The St. Charles location is in the old National Bank building, and the pub pays homage by offering seating in the old vault. In addition, there’s a large patio overlooking the Missouri River. Llywelyns recently opened a location in St Peters, as well.

Got breakfast on the brain? Head to Old Town Donuts in Florissant or Cottleville for

handmade donuts. Open 24-7 since 1968, this family-owned shop runs three shifts a day, so the donuts are always sure to be fresh.

If environmental sustainability is important to you, you’ll feel good about supporting Prasino, an eco-friendly restaurant that was named one of the area’s top 10 most-booked restaurants by St. Louis Business Journal. This dining establishment serves hormone- and antibiotic-free meats, sustainable seafood and organic produce and eggs with a farm-to-table philosophy.

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Sample Regional Spirits

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urns out the Midwest isn’t just known for beer and cheese; people are taking note of its wine, too.

Local wineries have emerged as standouts that could give Napa Valley venues a run for their money. Around St. Charles, local wineries offer award-winning vintages and topnotch views of the region’s rolling hills to boot.

Augusta, in St. Charles County, is home to several excellent Missouri wineries where visitors can sip the vintner’s special wines and enjoy picnic lunches with spectacular views of the rolling hillside vineyards. This region is not only notable to the state of Missouri, but has been recognized internationally since the turn of the 21st century when Augusta began

exporting wine to Germany.

Here are a few of the more than 14 local wineries: ❚ Cedar Lake Cellars, Wright City ❚ Chandler Hills Vineyards, Defiance ❚ Montelle Winery, Augusta ❚ Noboleis Vineyards, Augusta ❚ Sugar Creek Winery, Defiance Not to worry, though: beer doesn’t take a backseat here. Those who prefer cold pints will find a number of microbreweries that aim to quench their thirst. They include the following: ❚ Augusta Brew Haus, Augusta ❚ Exit 6 Brewery, Cottleville ❚ Friendship, Wentzville ❚ O’Fallon Brewery, Maryland Heights (started in O’Fallon) ❚ Third Wheel Brewing, St. Peters ❚ Trailhead Brewing Company, St. Charles ❚ Two Plumbers Brewery + Arcade, St. Charles Local vineyards and breweries offer other extras to make their locales one-stop destinations. Come for the drinks and stay for dinner, ambiance, breathtaking terrace views, tasting rooms, gift shops and more.

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Festivals: Celebrate with Us

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here is no shortage on celebrations in St. Charles County. When seasons shift and holidays approach, the region almost always has a special event, festival or tradition to mark the occasion.

St. Charles Riverfest Parades are synonymous with summer, and the St. Charles Riverfest offers one in the morning to kick off the day during its festival weekend. This July event has food, beverage and product vendor booths on hand, as well as fireworks and live music at night.

Festival of the Little Hills Crafts, specialty food and entertainment fill historic Main Street and Frontier Park in St. Charles for three days every August during the Festival of the Little Hills, also known as Fête des Petites Côtes. Hundreds of crafters and free shuttles are on hand for this popular event. The Festival of the Little Hills Scholarship Foundation awards multiple $1,000 scholarships annually.

St. Louis Renaissance Faire The St. Louis Renaissance Faire is a longstanding event that brings the adventure, excitement and spirit of the renaissance to life.

Set in a wooded, 16th-century French village called Petit Lyon, the festival showcases interactive characters, jousting knights, village shops with crafts and artisan demonstrations, as well as comedy, music and magic performances.

For kids, there’s also a petting zoo, games and free activities. For adults, there’s beer, wine and mead at three pubs.

Daniel Boone Homebrew Festival Raise your glass for a taste of local homebrews and breweries at the historic Daniel Boone Home at Lindenwood Park in Defiance.

Guests 21 years and older are invited to enjoy beer samples, live music, and food for purchase.

Celebrate St. Peters Each September, attendees flock to Celebrate St. Peters to check out several bands, entertainment, carnival rides, games, craft booths, free kids’ activities, fireworks and vendors. The event includes a race around the lake at 370 Lakeside Park, as well as a fun run/walk.

Oktoberfest Grab a stein and head over to the St. Charles Oktoberfest, which – don’t be fooled by the name – takes place in September. Located in beautiful Frontier Park off Riverside Drive, sandwiched between the Missouri River and the downtown, attendees can view or participate in a parade, brat-eating contest, charity walk, wiener dog race, fun run and vintage car show. Bands from Germany as well as local musicians provide entertainment.

Blessing of the Fleet/Parade of Boats This annual boat parade and blessing in Portage des Sioux is 60 years strong and counting. The event draws many spectators as the “Upper Pool” and “Lower Pool” parades wind along and eventually merge, culminating at the Our Lady of the Rivers Shrine. Many boats are decorated as teams compete for prizes based on the year’s theme.

Christmas Traditions Experience the holiday traditions of yesteryear during this annual St. Charles festival, where Victorian carolers sing Christmas favorites and classic characters from holiday legends around the world visit. Festivities run from Thanksgiving through Christmas Eve.

Legends & Lanterns: a “Spirited” Journey through Halloween History This festival offers the vintage charm from Halloweens past, from the early 1900s, to the historical customs of the Druids and Victorians, to the ethereal depictions of American ghost stories and Brothers Grimm fairy tales. This family-oriented event is a cross between silly and macabre and encourages attendees to get into the “spirit” for All Hallow’s Eve. The festival features scarecrows, hayrides through history and ghostly guests on historic Main Street.

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Local Attractions

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Missouri Artists on Main art gallery is located in the beautiful California House – a former stage coach stop – in St. Charles. At MAOM, there’s a variety of mediums and styles ranging from contemporary to traditional. The gallery features the work of more than Missouri 40 artists, plus classes to boot. In addition, the gallery hosts wine and cheese receptions with talks given by artists.

The Missouri Ballet Theatre was founded in 2009 in St. Peters, bringing first-class dance and educational performances to the community.

The theater has held educational performances for more than 2,000 youth in order to promote continuing education and public awareness.

The theater’s goal is to inspire and cultivate excellence in classical and contemporary dance through distinctive collaborations to explore the fusion of movement with other forms of artistic expression.

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The J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts at Lindenwood University includes two theaters and an art gallery. The facility, which is used by performing arts and communications students, features classrooms, a costume shop, dance studios and faculty offices. The center also is home to national touring shows.

When it comes to creating public awareness of area arts activities, the St. Charles County Arts Council works to promote community art development. The council sponsors meetings, exhibits, workshops, cooperative displays and art shows.

St. Peters’ Cultural Arts Centre at City Hall welcomes artists and musicians of all ages and skill levels. The facility houses a performing arts theater, thematic art shows, exhibits, rentable gallery space, art and fencing classes, a music and voice lab, summer art camps, dance troops, and a Saturday Writers Group. Gallery space artwork rotates every two months.

The Donald D. Shook Fine Arts Building on the campus of St. Charles Community College includes the Center Stage Theatre and Young People’s Theatre productions.

For live shows other than theater, The Family

Arena in St. Charles assembles a diverse schedule of sporting events and concerts. Performers include renowned names in rock, heavy metal, country and oldies.

NIGHTLIFE

Take your appetite for a stroll down Main Street in St. Charles, where there’s more than 25 restaurants to choose from. With offerings from BBQ to fondue to more formal dining, the historic district has it all.

At Braddens, this comfy, brick-walled eatery offers American fare and wine every day of the week. Or stop by Llywelyn’s Pub. Located in a renovated historic bank, it offers Celtic food, music and shuffleboard. Smack dab in the middle of the action is Tony’s on Main Street.

The American menu here includes everything from ribeyes to garlic shrimp to grilled chicken clubs. With a sports-bar vibe, there are TVs on hand to make sure you don’t miss the big game.

For music, the Old Mill Stream Inn Restaurant and Beer Garden is always playing something, whether it be live or recorded. And if it’s barbecue you crave, be sure to hit Hendricks for some award-winning fare in the lovingly

restored waterworks building.

The region’s newest shopping and dining destination is Streets of St. Charles – a big goto on date night. It has a movie theater, with hotels on the way. Some of the hotspots to grab some nosh or dessert at are Firebirds WoodFired Grill, Tucanos Brazilian Grill, Bar Louie, PF Chang’s, Prasino, Pieology, Wasabi Sushi Bar, and U-Swirl/Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory.

For those feeling lucky, Ameristar Casino Resort Spa in St. Charles has slot and video machines and live game tables in its 24-hour facility. Try your hand at blackjack, craps, roulette, baccarat and much more.

SPECTATOR SPORTS

While hockey and baseball teams like the Blues and Cardinals usually dominate St. Louis sports talk, the St. Louis Ambush bring professional indoor soccer to the table, too.

For minor league play, check out the River City Rascals baseball team, based in O’Fallon.

The Rascals are a member of the West Division of the Frontier League and play home games at T.R. Hughes Ballpark.

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St. Louis Attractions

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FAMILY FUN

Gateway Arch www.gatewayarch.com Take the 630-foot ride to the top of the world-famous Gateway Arch – a local landmark built to memorialize the nation’s westward expansion. Recently, CityArchRiver spearheaded a project that is transforming the Arch grounds by creating a safe and inviting bridge over the highway and a new museum beneath it. Once complete, visitors will encounter a new entrance to the facility and greater accessibility throughout the grounds. For more information, visit www.cityarchriver.org Saint Louis Zoo www.stlzoo.org Recently voted America’s Top Free Attraction and Best Zoo, the Saint Louis Zoo is a favorite for locals and visitors alike. The Saint Louis Zoo is dedicated to connecting people to animals.

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Grant’s Farm www.GrantsFarm.com Grant’s Farm is the 281-acre ancestral home of the Busch family, named for Ulysses S. Grant who originally worked a portion of the land.

The farm is a refuge for more than 900 animals, representing more than 100 different species.

Encounter animals through personal feeding experiences at Grant’s Farm. Visit the majestic Budweiser Clydesdales and take carousel rides.

Shop for collectibles and souvenirs, catch a show or ride a pony or camel before eating onsite. Open mid-April through October, the farm offers free admission, and many attraction fees are minimal.

The Magic House www.magichouse.org The Magic House opened in 1979 and has grown from a small local children’s museum to one of national prominence. The museum is

dedicated to inclusion and serving children in the community who have the fewest opportunities. It is a participatory museum that provides hands-on learning experiences that spark imagination, pique curiosity, enhance creativity and develop problem-solving skills.

Butterfly House www.missouribotanicalgarden.org Located in Faust Park, The Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House is an 8,000-square-foot glass conservatory lushly planted with nearly 100 species of exotic flowering tropical plants and more than 60 species of the world’s most beautiful butterflies in free flight. Watch a butterfly emerge from a chrysalis, or interact with them in the Butterfly Garden. Take a class, shop or plan a private party on the Emerson Lakeside Terrace.

City Museum www.citymuseum.org Housed in the 600,000-square-foot former International Shoe Company, the museum is an eclectic mixture of children’s playground, funhouse, surrealistic pavilion and architectural marvel constructed from unique, found objects.

The brainchild of Bob Cassilly, a classically trained sculptor and serial entrepreneur, the museum opened for visitors in 1997 to the righteous approval of young and old alike.

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Six Flags www.sixflags.com/stlouis Six Flags St. Louis and Hurricane Harbor water park combine two great parks in one great place for the perfect family getaway. With nine heart-pounding roller coasters, the park features over 22,700 feet of roller coaster track. Hurricane Harbor offers multiple water slide complexes and an interactive kid’s area, lazy river and wave pool – all included with your theme park admission. Group discounts are available for youth groups, company outings and family reunions.

CULTURE

St. Louis Art Museum www.slam.org The St. Louis Art Museum is one of the principal U.S. art museums, visited by a half million people annually. Admission is free through a subsidy from the cultural tax district. The art museum collects, presents, interprets and conserves artwork; educates and elevates the human spirit; and preserves a legacy of artistic achievement.

Missouri History Museum www.mohistory.org Founded in 1866, the Missouri History Museum showcases artifacts from St. Louis, Missouri, and national developments. Permanent and traveling exhibits provide various perspectives. Audio tours, community events, shopping and dining options complete the historical experiences.

PROFESSIONAL SPORTS

Professional sports teams in St. Louis give fans plenty to cheer about.

The St. Louis Cardinals are 11-time World Series winners and perennial postseason contenders, making them one of the most successful franchises in Major League Baseball history.

Since entering the National Hockey League as expansion team in 1967, the St. Louis Blues have employed some of the greatest players in ice hockey history. Home games are played at the Scotttrade Center.

NEIGHBORHOODS

Just short drives away are other nifty neighborhoods. Famous for its authentic Italian dining is the charming community known as The Hill (www.thehillstl.com). Delmar Loop is an entertainment and shopping district packed with bars, eclectic restaurants, live music venues, vintage clothing boutiques and a Hollywood-inspired walk of fame featuring St. Louis celebrities.

As “the best urban eclectic,” Central West End (www.cwescene. com) aficionados say it holds the area’s finest restaurants, bistros, bars, pubs, shopping and entertainment. Others head to The Grove (www. thegrovestl.com), another vibrant and diverse business and entertainment district.

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Citizens National Bank — St. Peters Mark Strick 671 Salt Lick Rd. St. Peters, MO 63376 (636) 240-8302 mstrick@cnbstl.com www.cnbstl.com

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ShowMe Aquatics & Fitness Jeff Campbell 2085 Bluestone Dr., Ste. 202 St. Charles, MO 63303-6726 (636) 896-0999 jcampbell@showmeaquatics.org www.showmeaquatics.org

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James T. O’Brien, CPA James O’Brien 2264 Bluestone Dr. St. Charles, MO 63303 (636) 928-1544 jtob8@aol.com Wamhoff Financial Planning & Accounting Services Sandra M. Furuya 1520 S. 5th St., Ste. 300 St. Charles, MO 63303 (636) 573-1212 sfuruya@wamhoff.com www.wamhoff.com

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Meineke Dwayne Griffey 2315 West Clay St. Charles, MO 63301 (636) 940-7294 stcharlesmeineke@yahoo.com

BANKING 1st Advantage Bank Greg Smith 240 Salt Lick Rd. St. Peters, MO 63376-1146 (636) 970-0440 greg.smith@1stadvantagebank.com www.1stadvantagebank.com Citizens National Bank — St. Charles Mark Delcourt 2145 Bluestone Dr. St. Charles, MO 63303 (636) 724-2026 mdelcourt@cnbstl.com www.cnbstl.com

New Frontier Bank Kevin Heneghan 1771 Zumbehl Rd. St. Charles, MO 63303 (636) 940-8740 kheneghan@newfb.com www.newfb.com We offer a full range of services, including an expanded business day, competitive loan rates, 24/7 access to accounts on the internet & by phone & no-fee transactions at thousands of ATMs nationwide. 2nd Branch: 3773 Elm Street in St. Charles

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Keough Chiropractic Felicity Keough 2440 Executive Dr., Ste. 100 St. Charles, MO 63303 (636) 244-4994 dr.keough@keoughchiropractic.com www.keoughchiropractic.com Dr. Keough and her team love helping families get well and live happy, healthy lives. We provide comprehensive chiropractic care for the family and specialize in prenatal, pediatrics and nutrition.

CHURCHES

BANQUET CENTERS Grand Opera House Banquet Center Greg Upchurch 311 N. Main St. St. Charles, MO 63301 (314) 406-3783 ohbanquets@gmail.com www.ohbanquets.com Come experience the beauty of this classic venue, with historic architecture and a view of the Missouri River. Return to Main Street Saint Charles, where your memories will last forever.

BOUTIQUES April’s on Main April Feldwerth 222 N. Main St. St. Charles, MO 63301 (636) 395-7605 aprilsonmain@gmail.com www.aprilsonmain.com Complete home décor, artwork, furniture, lighting and rugs. Jewelry, kids clothing, home accessories, candles, soaps and lotion, seasonal decorations, wine and garden items, we have something for everyone, if you need a gift or home furnishings

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CONCRETE CONTRACTORS

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EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES

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GBA Michael Erdtmann 225 S. Main St., Ste. 200 O’Fallon, MO 63366 (636) 240-2444 merdtmann@gbateam.com www.gbateam.com

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FIRE PROTECTION ENGINEERING/ CONTRACTORS Central County Fire & Rescue Steven Brown 1220 Cave Springs Blvd.

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FUNERAL HOMES & DIRECTORS Alternative Funeral & Cremation Services Bob Lonning 2115 Pkwy. Dr. St. Peters, MO 63376-6476 (636) 498-5300 alternativefuneral@sbcglobal.net www.alternativefuneralcremation.com We have years of experience caring for families from all walks of life. Each family comes to us because they know we are leaders in our profession, dedicated to excellence in service, and have the highest integrity.

Paul Funeral Homes, Inc. Nancy Paul 240 N. Kingshighway St. Charles, MO 63301-1669 (636) 724-0283 paul.funeralhome@yahoo.com www.paulfuneral.com

Mercy Kids Mid Rivers 4525 Mid Rivers Mall Dr. St. Peters, MO 63376 (636) 229-3350 http://mercykids.org Mercy Kids Mid Rivers offers primary care and specialty services for every child with every need. Plus, our walk-in care clinic is available seven days a week without an appointment.

HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING

RiteAir Heating & Cooling Jade Paden 401 Church St., Ste. 1144 O’Fallon, MO 63366 (314) 732-8337 jade@riteairhvac.com www.riteairhvac.com At RiteAir Heating & Cooling, your comfort & peace of mind are important to us. We offer quality equipment, first-class service & treat your family the way we treat our own.

You won’t be disappointed when you entrust your heating & cooling needs to us.

GENERAL CONTRACTORS

HOME HEALTH SERVICES

Cissell Mueller Construction, Inc. Amber Lumetta 5530 Salt River Rd. St. Peters, MO 63376 (636) 970-0330 info@builtbycm.com www.cissellmueller.com

Visiting Angels of Greater St. Charles Roy Snyder 221 Spencer Rd., Ste. K St. Peters, MO 63376 (636) 244-3777 roy@visiting-angels.com www.visitingangels.com

GOVERNMENT City of St. Charles Mayor Sally Faith 200 N. 2nd St. St. Charles, MO 63301 (636) 949-3200 www.stcharlescitymo.gov

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Thanks for Your Support HOSPITALS

INSURANCE

LAWN & GARDEN EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES El-Mel, Inc. Larry Stellhorn 2139 First Capitol Dr. St. Charles, MO 63301-5803 (636) 946-9049 knobbe.beth@sbcglobal.net

Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital Kristin Williams 10 Hospital Dr. St. Peters, MO 63376-1659 (636) 916-9796 kristin.williams@bjc.org ww.bjcstcharlescounty.org For more than 35 years, Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital has provided accessible, world-class health care to St. Charles, Warren and Lincoln counties.

Woodspring Suites Brian Langston 2100 Old Hwy. 94 S. St. Charles, MO 63303 (636) 916-0001 stl63303@woodspring.com www.woodspring.com This clean, affordable extended-stay hotel is just 20 minutes from the heart of St Louis.

Guests will appreciate the close proximity to fast and sit-down dining.

American Family Insurance — Brad Keller Agency Brad Keller P.O. Box 370 3346 Mid Rivers Mall Dr. St. Peters, MO 63376 (636) 441-1222 bkeller@amfam.com www.bradkellerinsurance.com As your American Family Insurance agent, I believe there’s more to insurance than the policy itself. It’s about providing dependable protection and service. That’s why earning your trust is my policy.

MENTAL HEALTH INFO & TREATMENT CENTERS, COUNSELORS CenterPointe Hospital 4801 Weldon Spring Pkwy.

St. Charles, MO 63304 Admissions: (800) 345-5407 arinfo@cphmo.net www.centerpointehospital.com Behavioral health & addiction treatment for adolescents, adults & older adults. Free confidential assessment.

PAINT RETAIL

SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital — St. Charles Michael Bowers 300 First Capitol Dr. St. Charles, MO 63301 (636) 947-5000 michael_bowers@ssmhc.com www.ssmhealth.com SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital — St. Charles has been serving the health care needs of its community for more than 130 years. It’s been designated by The Joint Commission as a Primary Stroke Center and Level II Trauma Center.

HOTELS/MOTELS/ EXTENDED STAY Comfort Suites Vickie Bell 1400 S. 5th St. St. Charles, MO 63301-2445 (636) 949-0694 gm.mo131@choicehotels.com www.choicehotels.com/hotel/mo131

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TownPlace Suites by Marriott — St. Charles Robyn Niedringhaus 1800 Zumbehl Dr. St. Charles, MO 63303 (636) 949-6800 robyn.niedringhaus@marriott.com www.marriott.com/stltc Completely renovated, March 2016!

Recognized as the #1 extended stay, midprice hotel by Business Traveler News for the last three years. Select from our spacious studios, or one- and two-bedroom suites, and live like you.

INDUSTRIES/ MANUFACTURERS Kdar Company Dax Nieders 3671 New Town Blvd.

St. Charles, MO 63301 (636) 493-9920 dnieders@kdarco.com www.hotmaxtorches.com Welding & metal working supplies, abrasives, tools, hundreds of cable ties and hose clamps, pressure washer accessories, and air fittings for industrial, commercial, and residential use. The savings are worth the drive.

American Family Insurance — Rob Hamann Agency, Inc. Rob Hamann 111 Olympic Way Dr. St. Peters, MO 63376 (636) 928-4565 rhamann@amfam.com www.robhamannagency.com Taking care of business means taking care of you. That’s why I’ll work hard to assist you in selecting the appropriate insurance coverage that meets your unique needs.

Sherwin-Williams #8471 Alexander Rael 5721 Suemandy St. Peters, MO 63376-4319 (636) 279-1010 sw8471@sherwin.com www.sherwin-williams.com Sherwin-Williams Paint Store of St. Peters, MO has exceptional quality paint, paint supplies, wallpaper and stains to bring your ideas to life. Painting Questions? Ask Sherwin-Williams.

PEST CONTROL SERVICES American Family Insurance — Rob Hamann Agency, Inc. Rob Hamann 2211 Droste Rd. St. Charles, MO 63301 (636) 946-6552 rhamann@amfam.com www.robhamannagency.com Taking care of business means taking care of you. That’s why I’ll work hard to assist you in selecting the appropriate insurance coverage that meets your unique needs.

St. Charles Financial Services, LLC/ Webb Insurance Agency Michael Webb 571 Jefferson St. St. Charles, MO 63301 (636) 946-0001 x22 michaelwebb@scfsllc.com http://webbinsurance.com http://scfsllc.com In depth knowledge on how property/ casualty insurance works with life insurance and the ability to put together a solid foundation for your family’s financial stability.

Amco-Ranger Termite and Pest Solutions Andrew Mannino 5185 Hwy. N. Cottleville, MO 63304 (636) 928-3084 generalinfo@amcoranger.com www.amcoranger.com Reliable Pest Solutions Dave Hirner P.O. Box 627 Hannibal, MO 63401 (888) 777-3542 daveh@reliablepestsolutions.com www.reliablepestsolutions.com

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Thanks for Your Support PHYSICAL THERAPISTS

United Services for Children 4140 Old Mill Pkwy.

St. Peters, MO 63376 (636) 926-2700 www.unitedservicesforchildren.org Our expert staff delivers pediatric therapy, family support and early intervention services. We are the leader in preparing children of all abilities to reach their full potential.

RETIREMENT & LIFE CARE COMMUNITIES & HOMES Fairwinds River’s Edge Jeanine McKeithen 600 Rivers Edge Dr. St. Charles, MO 63303 (636) 754-0100 chrabko@leisurecare.com www.fairwindsriversedge.com Fairwinds is a luxurious, active, independent senior living community offering lots of services and amenities, including on-site home health care allowing our residents to best age in place. Please call today for a complimentary tour and lunch!

SCHOOLS — PRE-K TO 12

PRINTERS CCL Label (St. Louis), Inc. Stan Dultz 208 Spring Dr. St. Charles, MO 63303 (636) 946-2439 sdultz@cclind.com www.ccllabel.com

TAX RETURN PREPARATION Wamhoff Financial Planning & Accounting Services Sandra M. Furuya 1520 S. 5th St., Ste. 300 St. Charles, MO 63303 (636) 573-1212 sfuruya@wamhoff.com www.wamhoff.com

TRUCKING GENERAL Orchard Farm R-V School District Dr. Tom Muzzey 2115 Hwy. V St. Charles, MO 63301 (636) 925-5400 • fax: (636) 916-3803 tbecktol@ofsd.k12.mo.us www.ofsd.k12.mo.us Orchard Farm School District serves approximately 1,800 K-12 students in Northeastern St. Charles County.

Enthusiastic teachers and engaging curriculum combined with supportive parents and ready-to-learn students make Orchard Farm a great place.

RENTAL SERVICE STORES & YARDS Fund Ways of MO Don Boschert 3491 New Town Blvd.

St. Charles, MO 63301 (636) 724-5354 fundwaysmo@gmail.com www.fundwaysofmo.com

RESTAURANTS

Fort Zumwalt School District 555 E. Terra Ln. O’Fallon, MO 63366 (636) 240-2072 media@fz.k12.mo.us www.fz.k12.mo.us The mission of the Fort Zumwalt School District is to assure that its students, regardless of ability or economic level, are provided an education in such a positive and safe learning environment that all reach their potential.

Living Word Christian School James Drury 310 Cardinal Pl. St. Peters, MO 63376 (636) 970-2398 x7 jdrury@lwcs.us www.lwcs.us Our mission is to assist Christian families in equipping students with a Christ-centered education, empowering them to impact the world for the glory of God.

Global Products International, Inc. 21 Cherokee Dr. St. Peters, MO 63376 (636) 939-1622 mkt02@gpii.com www.gpii.com Global Products, Inc. was incorporated in 1995 and is a premier provider of promotional items, fundraiser items, logo apparel and merchandise to organizations of all shapes and sizes.

SIGNS

Mercy Urgent Care Center William ‘Dub’ Downum 107 Piper Hill Dr., Ste. 100 St. Peters, MO 63376-1651 (636) 447-4149 william.downum@mercy.net www.mercy.net Open daily 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Treating minor medical conditions.

UTILITY COMPANIES Ameren Missouri Julie Feast 200 N. Callahan Rd. Wentzville, MO 63385 (800) 552-7583 jfeast@ameren.com www.ameren.com

WINERIES

FASTSIGNS — St Peters Russ Mason 4101 Mexico Rd., Ste. C St Peters, Mo 63376 (636) 875-7337 russ.mason@fastsigns.com http://fastsigns.com/2090

SOCIAL SERVICE & WELFARE ORGANIZATIONS Fratelli’s Ristorante Joe & Tom Alagna 2061 Zumbehl Rd. St. Charles, MO 63303-2723 (636) 949-9005 fratelliristorante@msn.com www.fratellisristorante.com Serving delicious, freshly made Italian food in a friendly, casual setting for over 35 years, Fratelli’s is proud to share our family recipes with you.

URGENT CARE

SCREEN PRINTING

REAL ESTATE Schneider Real Estate Cort Schneider 1551 Wall St., Ste. 140 St. Charles, MO 63303 (636) 946-5000 cort@cortschneider.com www.sresells.com

Apollo Express, Inc. David Hauk 170 Corporate Woods Ct. Bridgeton, MO 63044 (314) 344-0333 kareng@apollo-express.com www.apollo-express.com

Crider Health Center Foundation Shaun Roland 1032 Crosswinds Ct. Wentzville, MO 63385 (636) 332-6000 sroland@compasshn.org www.compasshealthnetwork.org Crider Health Center, part of the Compass Health network, offers medical (adults and pediatrics), dental and behavioral health care in its whole-person approach to ensure all health needs are addressed.

Sugar Creek Winery & Vineyards Becky Miller 125 Boone Country Ln. Defiance, MO 63341-3103 (636) 987-2400 bmiller@sugarcreekwines.com www.sugarcreekwines.com OPEN ALL YEAR — Weekends only in Jan. & Feb. Hours: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. daily. Located 12 mi. SW of Hwy. 40-61 on Missouri Hwy. 94, on the Katy Trail, and the picturesque Missouri River Valley. Offering Estatebottled, award-winning wines.

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