Mid Rivers Newsmagazine 8-18-21

Vol. 18 No. 16 • August 18, 2021 

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PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY 

AND CHRONIC PAIN WARNING 

Covered by Medicare and Most Major Insurances! 

Chronic pain and/or peripheral neuropathy is 

a result of damage to the nerves often causing 

weakness, pain, numbness, tingling, and the most 

debilitating balance problems. This damage is 

commonly caused by a lack of blood flow to the 

nerves in the hands and feet which causes the 

nerves to begin to die. 

The blood vessels that surround the nerves 

become diseased then shrivel up 

which causes the nerves to not get 

the nutrients to continue to survive. 

When these nerves begin to “die” they 

cause you to have balance problems, 

pain, numbness, tingling, burning, and 

many additional symptoms. 

You may have been told you have to 

live with these problems, but YOU 

don’t. 

There is a center in St. Peters that 

may be able to reduce or eliminate the 

drugs you are on now such as Metformin, 

Gabapentin and Lyrica. 

In order to effectively treat your neuropathy 

three factors must be determined: 

1. What is the underlying cause? 

2. How much nerve damage has been 

sustained? 

NOTE: Once you have sustained 95% nerve 

loss, there is likely nothing that we can do for 

you. 

3. How much treatment will your condition 

require? 

The treatment that is provided by Morningstar 

Neuropathy & Pain Center has three main goals: 

1. Increase blood flow 

2. Stimulate and increase small fiber nerves 

3. Decrease brain-based pain 

The treatment to increase blood flow, 

stimulate nerve fibers and get back to 

health is our new $50,000 SANEXAS 

UNIT! 

In addition, we use a state-of-the-art 

diagnostics, like the TM Flow diagnostic 

unit to accurately determine the 

increase in blood flow and a small skin 

biopsy to accurately determine the 

increase in small nerve fibers! 

The Sanexas electric cell signaling 

system delivers energy to the affected 

area of your body at varying wavelengths, 

including both low frequency 

and middle frequency signal. It also 

uses Amplitude Modulated (AM) and 

Frequency Modulated (FM) signaling. During a 

treatment sessions, the Sanexas system automatically 

changes to simultaneously deliver AM and 

FM electric cell signal energy. 

Depending on your coverage your treatment could 

be little to no cost to you! 

The amount of treatment needed to allow the 

nerves to fully recover varies from person to 

person and can only be determined after a detailed 

neurological and vascular evaluation. As 

long as you have not sustained at least 95% nerve 

damage, there is hope! 

Morningstar Neuropathy and Pain Treatment Center 

will do a chronic pain and neuropathy severity 

examination to determine the extent of the nerve 

damage as a public service to you and/or your 

family and friends. 

This neuropathy/pain severity examination will 

consist of a detailed sensory evaluation, extensive 

peripheral vascular testing, and a detailed analysis 

of the findings of your neuropathy. 

Limited appointments available for the 

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ST. PETERS, MO 63373 

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STAR PARKER 

Cancel culture and wokeness 

will destroy our country 

The enabling tool of what we call “cancel 

culture” or “wokeness” is language. 

People are put in categories to which 

names are assigned, and this supposedly 

captures who they are and what should be 

done with them politically. 

Unfortunately, the whole business of 

racial identification and categorization 

is not about advancing the quality of the 

human condition and human dignity but 

about progressive politics. 

The left puts people in racial categories 

as instruments toward their political 

agenda. 

In 1977, the Federal Interagency Committee 

on Education produced a five-race 

classification for the American population: 

American Indian or Alaskan Native, 

Asian or Pacific Islander, Black, white 

and Hispanic. 

These categories, over time, continued to 

undergo changes and refinements. 

The Hispanic category emerged in the 

1970s, and the legislation described this 

group as “Americans who identify themselves 

as being of Spanish-speaking background 

and trace their origin or descent 

from Mexico, Puerto Rico, Cuba, Central 

and South America, and other Spanishspeaking 

countries.” So, an American 

with roots in Spain and an American with 

roots in Peru wind up in the same category 

because their country of origin was Spanish-speaking. 

Hispanic is neither race nor ethnicity. It 

is a category of political design, including 

individuals from 20-plus countries, with no 

commonality other than the language their 

grandparents spoke. 

In the 2020 census, there are 19 different 

possibilities for self-categorization. 

In both the white and Black categories, 

filers are now asked to respond to additional 

questions regarding their country of 

origin. 

The strangest part of the emergence of 

this movement as a political force is that 

it constitutes everything that supposedly 

is undesirable that we want to eliminate. 

Racism. 

Is it any less racism if I conclude who a 

person is and what they are about based on 

whether they are white or Black? 

Yet, here we are with a good part of our 

nation mobilized, adopting the disease that 

we all thought we were trying to eliminate 

as its cure. 

Last weekend, I came across a beautiful 

short video of the great Nobel laureate in 

physics, Richard Feynman, talking about 

knowledge. 

Feynman began his legendary career 

working on the Manhattan Project, which 

developed the first atomic bomb, and finished 

as a member of the commission that 

investigated the cause of the fatal explosion 

of the space shuttle Challenger in 1986. 

The video starts with the headline 

“Names Don’t Constitute Knowledge.” 

Feynman recalls walking through a 

park with his father and his father telling 

him the names of different birds in different 

languages. In the end, notes Feynman, 

you know what different people around 

the world call the same bird, but you know 

absolutely nothing about the bird. 

Consider what Feynman tells us in his 

observation that “names don’t constitute 

knowledge.” 

If we look in the Bible in the Book of 

Genesis, it says, “God had formed out of 

the ground every beast of the field and 

every bird of the sky, and brought them to 

the man to see what he would call each one; 

and whatever the man called each living 

creature, that remained its name. And the 

man assigned names to all the cattle and to 

the birds of the sky.” 

Man does not create reality. He just 

names it. 

Politics is the opposite. Rather than 

naming a reality that precedes him, of 

which he is a part, the progressive political 

man pretends to create reality with his 

language and names. 

America was founded to be a free nation 

under God. Our government was not 

designed to replace God, but to be subservient 

to God. 

The so-called enlightened theory of 

wokeness will reduce America to a weak, 

balkanized country where everyone is at 

his neighbor’s throat, rather than unique 

individuals cooperating in unity to produce 

greatness. 

Speech must be free – not politically 

canceled – and used in the pursuit of truth. 

• • • 

Star Parker is president of the Center for 

Urban Renewal and Education and host of 

the weekly television show “Cure America 

with Star Parker.” 

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Located in St. Peters • Owner: Greg Jennings 

From The Creators of the Original Pyromania 

Missouri Pyrotechnics Association Presents Our 

16th Annual Fireworks Championship 

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 

Featuring Award-Winning Pyromusicals 

By The Nation’s Top Fireworks Choreographers 

Children’s Festival Area 

From 2 - 7 pm 

Musical Entertainment by Foreplay 

From 3 - 7pm 

Fireworks Show Begins at 7:30pm 

Food and Fun for the Entire Family 

Go to 

skywarsevent.com 

to purchase tickets for this 

ultimate battle in the sky! 

13604 State Highway M in Wright City | (314) 730-0793 

Sponsored in part by Mid Rivers Newsmagazine

Mayor 

John Gotway 

636-755-5306 

Parks & Recreation Coordinator 

Mathew DeWinters 

636-755-5308 

Economic Development Coordinator 

Doug Potts 

636-755-5314 

Municipal Court Administrator 

Tamie Wood 636-755-5333 

*Drop box for court payments available 

at north end of City Hall 

Building Inspector/Code Enforcement 

Jeff Amelong 

636-755-5305 

Prosecuting Attorney Assistant 

Jennifer Bohn 

636-755-5302 

City Clerk/Treasurer 

Kim Clark 

636-755-5311 

Facilities & Grounds Superintendent 

Bob Easley 

636-755-5328 

Administrative Coordinator 

Terri Voss 

636-755-5301 

2032 Hanley Road | Dardenne Prairie, MO 63368 | (636) 561-1718 | www.dardenneprairie.org 

Like the City of Dardenne Prairie 

Building Permits & Inspections 

Our Building Inspector inspects all new structures in our 

City to enforce City Codes pertaining to buildings and 

property. The inspection program provides public welfare and 

safety, and maintains property values. The City’s Building 

Inspector carries out three separate inspection programs: 

(1) Occupancy 

(2) New Construction 

(3) Residential Upgrades 

(pool, sunroom, basement, etc.) 

Do Not Release 

Swimming Pool Water 

into Storm Drains: 

Senior Activities 

As the swimming season comes to an 

end, swimming pool owners preparing to 

drain their pools are reminded that it is 

illegal to discharge chlorinated pool water 

into the storm drain. The water that 

flows into storm drains is not filtered 

before it flows into our local streams. 

Native fish and small aquatic life 

Board of Aldermen: 7:00 PM 

1st & 3rd Wed. of the month 

New Construction: During residential and commercial construction, 

including additions, the Building Inspector ensures that approved site 

plans and Municipal Codes are followed. 

Residential Upgrades: During construction or renovation such as fence, 

deck, pool, sunroom, basement, etc., the Building Inspector ensures that 

approved plans and Municipal Codes are followed. You can obtain 

permit applications at City Hall, or on our website at 

www.dardenneprairie.org. You can schedule inspection appointments 

by calling 636-561-1718 ext.0 

STL Aquarium at Union Station Tuesday, September 7th, $70 

Dive into a day of fun at the St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station. You will experience a self-guided 

journey through the aquarium experiencing creatures from the freshwater river and the shallow waters of 

a salt marsh, then moving into the deep, dark abyss of the ocean open full of exciting and exotic fish and 

sharks! Once you have finished making your splash, you will explore Union Station at your own leisure 

including admission for the beautiful Ferris Wheel. Allotted time will be made available for shopping, 

dining, and exploration. Lunch not provided. Trip includes costs for transportation and admission to the 

aquarium and Ferris Wheel. Moderate walking anticipated. 

All About Hermann Thursday, October 7th, $85 

Visit a significant part of early Missouri German settlement in Herman, MO. Begin the trip with a tour of 

the Living History Farm and Museum. After the tour, relax and enjoy a delicious lunch served in the 

restored horse barn and carriage house located on the grounds of the Stone Hill Winery. After lunch, 

enjoy a guided tour of the underground cellars and samples of award-winning wines. The final stop will 

include bratwurst and sausage tasting at the Hermann Wurst Haus. 

National Blues Museum Tuesday, November 9th, $75 

Enjoy an afternoon exploring the blues, known as the genre that founded all of modern American music. 

You will visit the famous Blueberry Hill restaurant for lunch, locally famous for its extravagant décor and 

simple eats. Paving the sidewalk in front of the restaurant is the Hall of Fame Walk and a life size statue of 

Chuck Berry that sits across the street. After lunch we will travel to the National Blues Museum. There, 

you will enjoy a self-guided tour of the museum’s interactive displays and will enjoy a one-hour private 

performance by a local Blues duo. 

Garden Glow Tuesday, December 7th, $55 

Join us as we head to Missouri Botanical Gardens for their annual Garden Glow event. The Garden Glow 

features one-million lights surrounding visitors with a spectacle of unique installations among some of the 

Garden’s most iconic locations. Enjoy interactive photo opportunities, traditional holiday music and 

festivities, delicious food and drinks, and more, as the garden is transformed around you into a winter 

wonderland. 

Salvation Army Tree 

of Light Celebration 

Friday, November 19 

The City of Dardenne Prairie is proud to 

kickoff the giving season as host of the 

St. Charles County Salvation Army Tree 

of Lights Celebration. This year’s 

celebration will include musical 

entertainment by local schools, photo 

opportunities with Santa Claus, and of 

course the lighting of our tree. Visitors 

to the celebration are asked to bring a 

new, unwrapped toy to donate to the 

Salvation Army Toy Town. 

On Ballot: Nov 2 

MEETING TIMES 

Planning & Zoning 7:00 PM 

2nd Wednesday of the month 

living in these streams can be negatively impacted 

by even the smallest amounts of chlorine and 

other pollution in storm drain discharges. If 

your pool isn’t connected to a sanitary sewer line 

for draining, the water must be de-chlorinated 

before releasing it into a storm drain. Under the 

Dardenne Prairie Municipal Code, fines can be 

issued per day for each violation. 

Adult Leagues 

Municipal Court 6:00 PM 

4th Wednesday of the month 

Over the years, the City has used a volunteer effort 

to mark storm drains throughout the City 

reminding people that the water that goes into 

storm drains flows into our local streams. For 

those interested in marking drains in their 

neighborhood, or for more information 

about storm drain contamination or to report a 

violation, please call the City Engineer at (636) 

755-5304. 

Kickball League 

Ages: 16+ Fee: $250 Team Registration 

Grab your friends or co-workers and form a team for this league. The coed kickball program is offered 

during the fall and spring/summer seasons. Players ages 16+ are welcome to play. Games will be played 

on Friday nights at the Dardenne Prairie Athletic Complex. Leagues play a 10-game double-header 

season. All rainouts will be added to the end of the schedule. 

Core Soccer Training 

CORE Director Jamie Swanner started his CORE Programs over 25 years ago with the introduction of 

First Touch Soccer. This single program has evolved into one of the top training programs in the area. 

The development of the complete player is what many say separates his program from the others. Coach 

Swanner is a U.S.S.F. licensed Coach, has over 30 years of coaching experience at all levels including 

Youth, High School, Collegiate, ODP Ohio/New York and at the Professional level. As a player, he has 

participated in the Olympics, U.S. National Outdoor and U.S. National Indoor teams and played 17 

years as a professional goalkeeper. His coaching experience with youth, 

adult, male and female field players as well as goalkeeper’s gives him 

the ability to evaluate and develop these types of programs that will 

enhance the overall player development process. 

Upcoming Camps Ages: 4 - 12 

Camp Type Cost Time Dates 

FT Playtime $55 3:00PM Sept. 12 - Oct. 3 

First Touch Soccer $65 4:00PM Sept. 12 - Oct. 3 

Ball Skills Training $65 4:00PM Sept. 12 - Oct. 3 

Goalkeepers $65 4:00PM Oct. 6 - Oct. 27 

Economic Development 

Looking to start a new company or expand your business? For those 

questions and others please contact our Economic Development 

Coordinator, Doug Potts, at 636-755-5314 or by email at 

Doug@dardenneprairie.org for more information. Also, when you 

shop or dine out, think about shopping or dining locally in Dardenne 

Prairie. The money you spend in Dardenne Prairie supports your city, 

community services, neighbors and local jobs with over half of the 

City’s revenue coming from local retail sales. 

Pickleball Leagues Ages: 16+ Fee: $40 Per Player 

Dates: Oct. 5 (Instructional) 

Oct. 7 (Advanced) 

Weekly match play in a friendly competitive environment. Format will be optimized for the number of 

players participating. No partner required. This is doubles play, but our format will be a round-robin 

with rotating partners in order to improve your skills against varying players. 

All meetings will be held at 

Dardenne Prairie City Hall

The City of Dardenne Prairie would like to thank their generous Prairie Day sponsors 

Don’t Miss 

1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 

Bubble Bus 

SENIOR EVENTS (50+) 

Senior lunch held the 3 rd Friday of every month at City Hall. 

Doors open at 11:00A with lunch served at 11:30A ($4 residents 

- $5 non-residents). Please contact the Parks and 

Recreation Department for additional information. 

Oct 19: Bunco Nov 16: Bingo Dec 21: Cards 

Animal Packed Adventure $65 Oct 24 

Join us as we head to the Endangered Wolf Center 

where we will take a two-hour guided tour to see Mexican 

wolves, red wolves and other wild species. We 

will then head to Joe Boccardi’s to enjoy their lunch. 

After lunch we will head to the World Bird Sanctuary. 

Trip includes transportation, guided tour, and lunch. 

Mystery Lunch $85 Nov 13 

Join us as we head to the Bissell Mansion Restaurant 

and Murder Mystery for a fun afternoon of suspense. 

A three-course meal will be served between the acts 

of the show. Some audience members get the 

chance to deliver lines as part of the show. Others 

may have to think up a quick alibi for the time of the 

murder. It would be a crime to miss out on this much 

fun! Trip includes transportation and the Bissell 

Mansion lunch and murder mystery show. 

Botanical Garden Glow $70 Dec 12 

Join us as we head to Missouri Botanical Gardens for 

the annual Garden Glow event. The Glow features 

one million lights surrounding visitors with a spectacle 

of unique installations among some of the Garden’s 

most iconic locations. Trip includes transportation, 

admissions, and dinner. 

*Sampson and Yakov Smirnoff in Branson* 

October 17th and Thursday October 18th 

Enjoy a beautiful overnight fall trip to Branson with the 

scenery of the edge of the Ozark Mountains. This trip 

will be great--laid back and full of fun. Start the trip 

with a visit at the College of the Ozarks for lunch and 

a tour. That evening we will head to the Sight and 

Sound Theater to be treated to Sampson. Thursday 

morning enjoy a buffet breakfast and The Yakov 

Smirnoff Theater to see Yakov himself. (Price: $248 

Double Room / $288 Single Room Priced Per Person) 

VENDER BOOTHS 

12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 

KID ZONE 

12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 

Rock Wall 

In able Bounce Houses 

In able Slides 

In able Obstacle Courses 

Face Painng 

Balloon Arst 

12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Tours) 

Fire Truck 

SCC Ambulance & CPR Demo St 

BJC Fair Grounds 

DON'T MISS 

1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 

Bubble Bus 

SIDE STAGE 

12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 

Music DJ 

CONTAGIOUS on the Main Stage 

6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 

FIREWORKS AFTER DARK 

For more details, please visit our website at www.dardenneprairie.org 

or contact the Parks & Recreation office at (636)755-5308. 

Family Fun Tent 

12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. 

Elliot The Entertainer Show 

1:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. 

Can DO Tae Kwon Do Demo 

1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 

Kids C 

3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. 

My Brothers Kaputnik (Circus Show) 

4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 

Super-Duper Excellent Balloon Show 

FOOD & FOOD TRUCKS 

12:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 

Local Concessions 

Krey Beer Trailer 


nior lunch held the 3 rd Friday of every month at City Hall. 

ors open at 11:00A with lunch served at 11:30A ($4 resints 


creation Department for additional information. 

t 19: Bunco Nov 16: Bingo Dec 21: Cards 


in us as we head to the Endangered Wolf Center 

ere we will take a two-hour guided tour to see Mexn 


ll then head to Joe Boccardi’s to enjoy their lunch. 

ter lunch we will head to the World Bird Sanctuary. 

ip includes transportation, guided tour, and lunch. 


in us as we head to the Bissell Mansion Restaurant 

d Murder Mystery for a fun afternoon of suspense. 

three-course meal will be served between the acts 

the show. Some audience members get the 

ance to deliver lines as part of the show. Others 

ay have to think up a quick alibi for the time of the 

urder. It would be a crime to miss out on this much 

n! Trip includes transportation and the Bissell 

ansion lunch and murder mystery show. 


in us as we head to Missouri Botanical Gardens for 

e annual Garden Glow event. The Glow features 

e million lights surrounding visitors with a spectacle 

unique installations among some of the Garden’s 

ost iconic locations. Trip includes transportation, 

missions, and dinner. 



joy a beautiful overnight fall trip to Branson with the 

enery of the edge of the Ozark Mountains. This trip 

ll be great--laid back and full of fun. Start the trip 

th a visit at the College of the Ozarks for lunch and 

tour. That evening we will head to the Sight and 

und Theater to be treated to Sampson. Thursday 

orning enjoy a buffet breakfast and The Yakov 

irnoff Theater to see Yakov himself. (Price: $248 

uble Room / $288 Single Room Priced Per Pern) 

VENDER BOOTHS 

12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 

KID ZONE 

12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 

Rock Wall 




Face Painng 

Balloon Arst 

12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Tours) 

Fire Truck 



DON'T MISS 

1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 

Bubble Bus 

SIDE STAGE 

12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 

Music DJ 


6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 





12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. 


1:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. 


1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 

Kids C 

3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. 


4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 



12:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 



VENDER BOOTHS 

12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 

KID ZONE 

12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 

Rock Wall 



n able Obstacle Courses 

Face Painng 

Balloon Arst 

:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Tours) 

Fire Truck 

mbulance & CPR Demo St 


DON'T MISS 

1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 

Bubble Bus 

SIDE STAGE 

12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 

Music DJ 


6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 





12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. 


1:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. 


1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 

Kids C 

3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. 


4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 



12:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 




Senior lunch held the 3 rd Friday of every month at City Hall. 

Doors open at 11:00A with lunch served at 11:30A ($4 residents 


Recreation Department for additional information. 

Oct 19: Bunco Nov 16: Bingo Dec 21: Cards 


Join us as we head to the Endangered Wolf Center 

where we will take a two-hour guided tour to see Mexican 


will then head to Joe Boccardi’s to enjoy their lunch. 

After lunch we will head to the World Bird Sanctuary. 

Trip includes transportation, guided tour, and lunch. 


Join us as we head to the Bissell Mansion Restaurant 

and Murder Mystery for a fun afternoon of suspense. 

A three-course meal will be served between the acts 

of the show. Some audience members get the 

chance to deliver lines as part of the show. Others 

may have to think up a quick alibi for the time of the 

murder. It would be a crime to miss out on this much 

fun! Trip includes transportation and the Bissell 

Mansion lunch and murder mystery show. 


Join us as we head to Missouri Botanical Gardens for 

the annual Garden Glow event. The Glow features 

one million lights surrounding visitors with a spectacle 

of unique installations among some of the Garden’s 

most iconic locations. Trip includes transportation, 

admissions, and dinner. 



Enjoy a beautiful overnight fall trip to Branson with the 

scenery of the edge of the Ozark Mountains. This trip 

will be great--laid back and full of fun. Start the trip 

with a visit at the College of the Ozarks for lunch and 

a tour. That evening we will head to the Sight and 

Sound Theater to be treated to Sampson. Thursday 

morning enjoy a buffet breakfast and The Yakov 

Smirnoff Theater to see Yakov himself. (Price: $248 

Double Room / $288 Single Room Priced Per Person) 

VENDER BOOTHS 

12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 

KID ZONE 

12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 

Rock Wall 




Face Painng 

Balloon Arst 

12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Tours) 

Fire Truck 



DON'T MISS 

1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 

Bubble Bus 

SIDE STAGE 

12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 

Music DJ 


6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 





12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. 


1:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. 


1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 

Kids C 

3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. 


4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 



12:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 




r lunch held the 3 rd Friday of every month at City Hall. 

open at 11:00A with lunch served at 11:30A ($4 resi- 


ation Department for additional information. 

9: Bunco Nov 16: Bingo Dec 21: Cards 

imal Packed Adventure $65 Oct 24 

s as we head to the Endangered Wolf Center 

we will take a two-hour guided tour to see Mexolves, 

red wolves and other wild species. We 

en head to Joe Boccardi’s to enjoy their lunch. 

lunch we will head to the World Bird Sanctuary. 

ncludes transportation, guided tour, and lunch. 

stery Lunch $85 Nov 13 

s as we head to the Bissell Mansion Restaurant 

urder Mystery for a fun afternoon of suspense. 

e-course meal will be served between the acts 

show. Some audience members get the 

e to deliver lines as part of the show. Others 

ave to think up a quick alibi for the time of the 

er. It would be a crime to miss out on this much 

rip includes transportation and the Bissell 

ion lunch and murder mystery show. 

tanical Garden Glow $70 Dec 12 

s as we head to Missouri Botanical Gardens for 

nnual Garden Glow event. The Glow features 

illion lights surrounding visitors with a spectacle 

ique installations among some of the Garden’s 

iconic locations. Trip includes transportation, 

ssions, and dinner. 

ampson and Yakov Smirnoff in Branson* 


a beautiful overnight fall trip to Branson with the 

ry of the edge of the Ozark Mountains. This trip 

e great--laid back and full of fun. Start the trip 

visit at the College of the Ozarks for lunch and 

r. That evening we will head to the Sight and 

d Theater to be treated to Sampson. Thursday 

ing enjoy a buffet breakfast and The Yakov 

off Theater to see Yakov himself. (Price: $248 

le Room / $288 Single Room Priced Per Per- 

VENDER BOOTHS 

12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 

KID ZONE 

12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 

Rock Wall 




Face Painng 

Balloon Arst 

12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Tours) 

Fire Truck 



DON'T MISS 

1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 

Bubble Bus 

SIDE STAGE 

12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 

Music DJ 


6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 





12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. 


1:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. 


1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 

Kids C 

3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. 


4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 



12:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 



Current Resident 

enne Prairie 

y Road 

rairie, MO 63368 

PRAIRIE DAY—2018 

Are you ready for the 2018 Dardenne Prairie Day 

celebration? This year’s event is on Saturday, Sept. 22 

at City Hall Park, 2032 Hanley Road. The fun kicks off 

at noon and ends with a fireworks show after dark. 

This family-friendly community event features live 

entertainment, children’s activities, carnival games, 

exhibitions by local groups and great food. Local 

merchants also display their wares at the vendor 

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4:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. 

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EDITORIAL 

Critical Thinking Needed 

By JACKIE GINGRICH CUSHMAN 

For the past year and a half, we’ve been 

told repeatedly to rely on science. First, Dr. 

Anthony Fauci of the National Institutes 

of Health told us not to wear masks; only 

those in medical settings needed them. 

Fauci then said we should wear masks. 

Then people were seen sporting several 

masks. We were told that there would be 

two weeks to flatten the curve; then the 

longer shutdowns came for what seemed 

like a lifetime. Scientists initially said that 

a vaccine could not be produced within 

a year; when it was, the vaccines were 

marketed as COVID-19 prevention by 

the government, that they would prevent 

COVID-19 – and there was a rush to get 

people vaccinated. 

Now, with the new Delta variant, breakthrough 

cases are happening (though not 

normally as severe). We’ve recently been 

told we should return to wearing masks, 

even if we are vaccinated. And this week, 

Dr. Fauci said that the vaccines, which 

have been made available by the Food and 

Drug Administration under an emergency 

use authorization, are as good as if they 

were approved by the FDA, even though 

they are not approved. 

If your head is spinning, you are not 

alone. It’s not just the recommendations 

and regulations that are constantly changing. 

The data is suspect, too. 

This Monday, the South Florida Sun Sentinel 

ran an article titled, “Florida COVID- 

19 resurgence: Here are the numbers to 

watch.” It included the Centers for Disease 

Control and Prevention’s so-called fact that 

there had been 28,317 new daily COVID- 

19 cases in Florida. They were sounding 

the alarm on the high rate of COVID-19 

cases. The problem is that, according to a 

tweet sent out by the Florida Department of 

Health, the data was incorrect. “The daily 

case counts for Florida currently posted 

on the CDC COVID Tracker are incorrect. 

The current listing states 28,317. The accurate 

data are as follows: Friday, Aug. 6: 

21,500 Saturday. Aug. 7: 19,567. Sunday, 

Aug. 8: 15,319. The 3 day average: 18,795,” 

tweeted @healthyFLA on Monday, Aug. 9. 

As of Tuesday afternoon, the CDC had 

still not updated its record of COVID-19 

cases to reflect the lower numbers provided 

by the Florida Department of Health. 

If we can’t trust the CDC to accurately 

track the cases, we should take a step back 

and rethink: Whom can we really trust and 

what should we demand? 

First, we need to have government institutions 

that can be relied upon to provide 

real data. I worked in corporate finance 

for a $3 billion division. If you can’t track 

items accurately, then your data means 

nothing. 

Second, saying you believe in science 

can be detrimental to critical thinking and 

understanding because it primes you to 

give equal weight to scientific and pseudoscientific 

information. It’s better to believe 

in critical evaluation, and think, think, 

think. 

Thomas C. O’Brien, Ryan Palmer and 

Dolores Albarracin recently published 

a paper in the Journal of Experimental 

Social Psychology, Volume 96, 2021, titled, 

“Misplaced trust: When trust in science 

fosters belief in pseudoscience and the 

benefits of critical evaluation.” They used 

experiments to determine if people could 

be hoodwinked by inaccurate science. The 

answer is YES! 

“Participants who trust science are more 

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR 

likely to believe and disseminate false 

claims that contain scientific references 

than false claims that do not,” they concluded. 

Just the mention of a scientist or 

expert leads the person to believe it must 

be true. However, there is an anecdote. 

“Reminding participants of the value of 

critical evaluation reduces belief in false 

claims,” they wrote, “whereas reminders 

of the value of trusting science do not.” 

So, we need to preface information with 

the need for critical evaluation, or critical 

thinking. 

According to the Foundation for Critical 

Thinking, “Critical thinking is the intellectually 

disciplined process of actively 

and skillfully conceptualizing, applying, 

analyzing, synthesizing, and/or evaluating 

information gathered from, or generated by, 

observation, experience, reflection, reasoning, 

or communication, as a guide to belief 

and action.” It notes this on its website criticalthinking.org: 

“In its exemplary form, it 

is based on universal intellectual values 

that transcend subject matter divisions: 

clarity, accuracy, precision, consistency, 

relevance, sound evidence, good reasons, 

depth, breadth and fairness.” 

Maybe all those who have “Trust Science” 

signs, bumper stickers or T-shirts 

should consider replacing them with 

items that say, “We believe in critical 

thinking.” The challenge with critical 

thinking is that you cannot rely on others 

to do it for you. You cannot simply rely 

on the so-called experts. You have to do 

the work yourself. 

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I think out of respect for the office they 

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Sunset Fridays are back! 

Aug. 20 – The Melissa Neels Band (Rock/Blues) 

Aug. 27 – Zydeco Crawdaddys (Creole/Cajun) 

See the entire concert schedule at www.stpetersmo.net/Sunset 

Sponsored by: 

O’Fallon officers from its K9, SWAT and motorcycle division participated in 

National Night Out events in neighborhoods across the city on Aug. 3. 

(Source: O’Fallon Police Facebook) 

news 

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ST. PETERS 

Road work continues 

Portions of Harvester Road between 

Caulks Hill Road and South St. Peters 

Parkway are undergoing concrete repairs 

that will continue over the next three 

weeks, weather permitting. 

The project began on Monday, Aug. 16. 

This work, on both northbound and 

southbound lanes of Harvester Road, will 

require lane closures both day and night in 

order to allow the concrete to cure. 

Residents should consider alternate 

routes if possible during construction. 

Drivers are asked to use caution, slow 

down and observe all traffic signs when 

traveling through work zones. 

This construction project is part of St. 

Peters’ annual Pavement Management Program. 

For more information about city of 

St. Peters street projects, visit stpetersmo. 

net/street. 

ST. CHARLES COUNTY 

Local hospital receives 

gift of warmth 

SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital – Lake 

Saint Louis was recently the lucky recipient 

of fleece blankets made by Zachariah 

Alrashdi as part of his Eagle Scout project. 

Alrashdi saved money from his summer 

job to pay for the materials. He then 

enlisted the help of family, friends and Cub 

Scout packs 853 and 854 to help make the 

blankets. 

When asked why he chose 

SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital, 

Alrashdi said he chose the hospital 

because that is where his grandma 

spent a lot of her final moments. 

He said she was always cold, but 

became increasingly sensitive 

to heated blankets. One night, 

Alrashdi said he saw his grandma 

struggling and asked his mom 

what he could do to help her. 

His mom, Jennifer, said that 

when they got home that night, 

Alrashdi retrieved a fleece Spiderman 

blanket she had made him 

years ago 

“He said, ‘This isn’t heavy and 

it’s warm.’ The next night we went up [to 

the hospital] and he put it on her,” Jennifer 

said. “She never complained all night and 

said it was so soft.” 

In total, 15 people helped make Alrashdi’s 

project a reality. The donation included 

60 blankets – 18 sized for small infants and 

toddlers and 42 for adults. 

Ramps at Heritage Crossing, 

Route 364 now open 

The St. Charles County Highway Department 

opened the new westbound and eastbound 

slip ramps at Heritage Crossing and 

Route 364 on Tuesday, Aug. 10, ahead of 

its projected schedule. 

The westbound slip ramp allows access 

from Heritage Crossing and North St. Peters 

Parkway onto Route 364, and the eastbound 

slip ramp allows motorists to access Heritage 

Crossing after exiting Route 364 onto 

South St. Peters Parkway. This much anticipated 

construction project was originally 

scheduled to be completed in the fall. 

“The Route 364 Page Extension was such 

a welcome addition, and it will be even 

better now that this project is complete,” 

said County Council member John White, 

in whose district the ramps are located. 

With Route 364 one of the most vital 

and used thoroughfares in St. Charles 

County, County Executive Steve Ehlmann 

and White, both members of the East- 

West Gateway Council of Governments 

(EWGCG) Board of Directors, advocated 

for the improvements. The EWGCG Board 

Zachariah Alrashdi (far right) with employees in the 

emergency room at SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - 

Lake Saint Louis 

(Source: SSM Health) 

of Directors approved $2.8 million for the 

construction. St. Charles County sought 

and secured 50% of the funding from the 

Federal Highway Administration’s Congestion 

Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) 

Improvement Program; the other 50% 

comes from the County’s voter-approved 

half-cent Transportation Sales Tax. 

Voting taking place now 

for Cuivre River board 

Voting for candidates to fill four, threeyear 

term seats on Cuivre River Electric 

Cooperative’s (CREC) Board of Directors, 

and voting on a cooperative bylaw proposition 

will close on Aug. 23. 

Candidates are as follows (incumbents 

have an asterisk following their name): 

• Lincoln County District 3: David R. 

Henke Sr., Michael “Mick” Burkemper*, 

John T. Waddell 

• Warren County District 2: David Avis, 

Steve Coffey (no incumbent in this district) 

• St. Charles County District 1: Bruce 

Miller, Mark Schulte* 

• St. Charles County District 5: David 

Schuler, Dale Anderson*, Darrell Dechant 

The proposed bylaw change is to amend 

the cooperative bylaws to allow the board 

to specifically retire capital credits of inactive 

members. 

The voting process is being handled by 

the independent firm of Survey and Ballot 

Systems (SBS), based in Eden Prairie, 

Minnesota. 

Candidate bios are available when 

voting via a secure internet site, by paper 

ballot, or in person. Bios are also available 

online at cuivre.com/voterguide. Members 

may vote online until 11:59 p.m. on Aug. 

23. Paper ballots must be received at SBS 

by the close of business on Aug. 23. 

Members also have the option to vote in 

person at the CREC’s Annual Meeting at 4 

p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 26 at the cooperative’s 

headquarters in Troy. 

Local Jaycee remembered 

with art 

In partnership with St. Charles Jaycees, 

3-year-old Annalise Bradley and her mom, 

Melanie Wetter, raised almost $2,000 at





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their first annual Youth Art Fair with more 

donations coming in to benefit the Alzheimer’s 

Association’s Longest Day initiative. 

Twenty-six child artists donated 50 

pieces of art for auction. 

The event honored and remembered 

Bradley Wetter, who was diagnosed in 

2010 with early-onset dementia at age 57 

and passed in 2017. As a Jaycee, Wetter 

made a huge impact on the community and 

even served as the state president of the 

organization. 

According to his daughter, Melanie, 

the Jaycees still have community service 

campaigns focused around him, with the 

slogan “Be like Brad.” 

Daily tickets also are offered with prices 

starting at $20. Children and youth, aged 

16 and younger, can attend free with a ticketed 

adult. 

Public parking will be available beginning 

Thursday, Sept. 9 through Sunday, Sept. 12 

at 8640 Evans Lane, which is 3 miles from 

the Country Club. Complimentary shuttles 

will run continuously from 7 a.m.-6 p.m., 

or one hour after competition play. Accessible 

parking and rideshare locations are 

also available. Visit ascensioncharityclassic. 

com for additional details. 

All three rounds of the tournament will 

be broadcast on the Golf Channel. 

MISSOURI 

Court ruling paves way for 

Medicaid expansion 

Following a ruling by the Cole County 

Circuit Court on Aug. 10 ruling, the Missouri 

Department of Social Services (DSS) 

has begun allowing individuals to apply 

for the MO HealthNet program under 

Article IV, Section 36(c) of the Missouri 

Constitution. 

“My administration is always going to 

follow the law and yesterday’s court order 

is no exception,” Gov. Mike Parson said in 

a press statement on Aug. 10. “The necessary 

funding to cover the health care costs 

of the expanded population remains the 

issue. We will continue to work with the 

General Assembly and DSS to chart a path 

forward to comply with the court order and 

keep the MO HealthNet program solvent.” 

Missouri voters approved Medicaid 

expansion, the Supreme Court of Missouri 

held the expansion amendment to 

be constitutional, and the trial court has 

ordered the state not to prohibit enrollment. 

The expansion amendment also legally 

requires the state to maximize federal 

See NEWS BRIEFS, page 13 

Annalise Bradley with art made to honor 

her grandfather and raise funds for the 

Alzheimer’s Association. 

The art fair was held on June 21 at 

Jaycee Park, but donations in Wetter’s 

honor are still being accepted at act.alz. 

org, where interested parties can also learn 

how to host their own Longest Day event 

or participate in the upcoming Walk to End 

Alzheimer’s. 

ST. LOUIS COUNTY 

Tickets on sale for 

Ascension Charity Classic 

The Ascension Charity Classic presented 

by Emerson will be played at Norwood 

Hills Country Club the week of Sept. 6-12. 

The 54-hole stroke play golf tournament 

features 81 PGA Tour Champions 

competing for a $2 million purse. Among 

the professionals participating are Charles 

Schwab Cup leader Jerry Kelly, 2021 U.S. 

Senior Open champion Jim Furyk, fourtime 

major champion Ernie Els and St. 

Louis native Jay Haas. The full line-up of 

participants will be released after 5 p.m. on 

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By KYRA JEFFERS 



A statue of Sacagawea, Merriwether 

Lewis and William Clark removed from 

Charlottesville, Virginia, this July might 

find a new home in the city of St. Charles. 

That is if Mayor Dan Borgmeyer can 

raise the funds, garner the right support and 

present a proposal that honors the native 

American woman responsible for the success 

of the Corps of Discovery expedition 

that launched locally from the banks of the 

Missouri River. 

Sacagawea, a Shoshone translator and 

guide, joined the Lewis and Clark expedition 

when it stopped to winter over in 

modern-day North Dakota. She was 16 to 

17 years old and had a 2-month-old baby 

when the exploration party set off for the 

Rockies in April of 1805. During the journey, 

her knowledge of terrain saved lives 

and prevented the Corps of Discovery 

from being seen as a war party. 

As a result of her role in mapping 

the West, Sacagawea has more statues 

dedicated to her than any other American 

woman, according to the 

National Park Service. However, 

the Charlottesville statue – built 

in 1919 by artist Charles Keck 

by request of the city – recently 

received criticism from several 

of Sacagawea’s direct descendants, 

nieces, who said her position 

on the sculpture depicted her 

as subservient and “a dog going 

along for the trip.” 

The Charlottesville City Council 

voted to take the statue down; 

however, before its removal was 

complete, on July 10, there were 

already several entities making 

bids to its the news owners. One 

of those inquiries came from 

Borgmeyer. 

“I looked at the statue, and she 

was a tracker and a forward planner,” 

Borgmeyer said. “And my interpretation 

of the statue ... was that she was, in 

fact, looking at a trail and demonstrating 

reading prints, or trails. So, I didn’t really 

believe it was a subservient position.” 

Personal writings from the sculptor, who 

added Sacagawea of his own volition, state 

that he wanted to portray her as more interested 

in the immediate surroundings and 

unaware of the thoughts of the explorers. 



Mayor launches campaign to save Sacagawea 

Statue removed in Charlottesville, Virginia, could find a home in St. Charles 

By KATE UPTERGROVE 

At its inaugural St. Charles County Economic 

Development Awards Luncheon on 

Tuesday, Aug. 10, the Economic Development 

Council (EDC) of St. Charles County 

honored local businesses that it has had the 

privilege of assisting. 

The EDC was founded in 1990 with a goal 

to provide a one-stop approach to encouraging 

growth and development in the western 

part of metro St. Louis. In 1993, the EDC 

opened a 30,000-square-foot incubator to 

serve the burgeoning startup community in 

St. Charles County. This was expanded to 

60,000 square feet in 1994. 

Recognized at the luncheon were highspeed 

digital beverage can printer DigiCan 

Printing, exterior-remodeling company 

XteriorPRO, jewelry design company 

jBloom Designs, The Irish Gypsy Bar & 

Grill, Petropolis and Select O’Fallon. 

David Hoffmann, chairman of the Hoffmann 

Family Of Companies, was the virtual 

keynote speaker and took the opportunity to 

announce a few new developments in the 

company’s plans for Augusta. Topping the 

list was a 12-hole golf course that will be 

built adjacent to the Balducci Winery, 6601 

Meriwether Lewis, William Clark and Sacagawea 

(Source: City of Charlottesville) 

Charlottesville has confirmed that it will 

pass the statue on, with all proposals from 

potential owners due by 3 p.m. on Aug. 27. 

The city will decide within 90 days who 

will get the statue. Charlottesville officials 

have confirmed that their highest priority 

is giving the statue to an entity that will 

show Sacagawea not as subservient but as 

necessary to and honored by the expedition. 

That’s a task Borgmeyer is ready to 

take on. 

“Lewis and Clark spent time in St. 

Charles. (Sacagawea’s) part of our history. 

We thought we could elevate her history, 

elevate her contribution and give the statue 

a significant presence in our community,” 

Borgmeyer said. 

Both the St. Charles City Council and 

administration have approved the project 

and the mayor has started a committee 

with two other men: Dan Foust (committee 

chair) and Greg Greenwald (vicechair). 

The group has already launched a 

GoFundMe page and plans to plaster the 

EDC celebrates local business success at inaugural banquet 

Hoffmann Companies CEO highlights what’s next in Augusta 

S. Missouri 94. Hoffmann 

purchased the winery as part 

of his initial investment in 

January 2021. Since then, he 

has refreshed the property 

with landscaping and paint. 

But bigger plans for the 

campus are planned. 

In addition to the golf 

course, a 500-seat amphitheater 

is planned for the Balducci 

campus, Hoffmann said. 

“We will be bringing in 

well-known musicians,” 

Hoffmann told luncheon 

attendees who packed the Water’s Edge 

banquet room in St. Peters. He ticked off 

names that included Gwen Stefani, Brad 

Paisley and Missouri native Sheryl Crow. 

According to Hoffmann, construction on 

the amphitheater is to begin in late fall. 

Of the golf course, Hoffmann said 

he expects it to grace the cover of Golf 

Digest and said that 12-hole courses are 

“the future of golf.” The course is to be 

designed by course architect Rees Jones, 

who is known as “The Open Doctor” for 

his redesign of courses in preparation for 

major championships. 

An aerial view of The Lodge in Augusta. 

(Source: Hoffmann Companies) 

Hoffmann also shared renderings of 

The Lodge, which will be built adjacent 

to the historic Knoernschild Vineyards, 

off Hwy. 94 between Jackson and Church 

streets. The company owns the vineyards 

The 5-star hotel will be designed by St. 

Louis architect firm Killeen Studios with 

construction to begin this fall. Estimated 

construction time is 1.5 years. 

The Lodge will feature 53 rooms, seven 

suites, conference and meeting room space, 

wedding venue, spa, gym, yoga studio, 

indoor/outdoor pool, walking paths to town, 

lounge, restaurant, and more. Hoffmann 

See SACAGAWEA, page 13 

estimates that 300 new jobs will 

be created through the operation 

of The Lodge and an 18-room 

luxury hotel to be developed on 

the Emmaus House campus in 

Marthasville. 

Coming attractions that generated 

excitement from those gathered 

at the luncheon included 

rides in a tethered hot air balloon 

at The Lodge, which will 

offer views of Augusta Wine 

County; a zipline to be installed 

by a local designer over vineyards 

on the Montelle Winery 

hillside that was recently cleared of trees; 

and helicopter tours, which will require 

a conditional use permit (CUP) from St. 

Charles County. The CUP request is on 

the agenda for the Aug. 18 Planning and 

Zoning meeting at 7 p.m. at the County 

Executive Building, Third Floor Council 

Chambers, 100 N. Third St. in St. Charles. 

During his keynote address, Hoffmann 

praised St. Charles County for being easy 

to work with and allowing the company to 

move quickly with its plans. He described 

the county as a “true partner” in the redevelopment 

of Augusta.





Wentzville teen wins pump track world cycling qualifier 

By BRIAN E. BIRDNOW 

At its Aug. 9 meeting, the St. Charles 

County Council meeting, passed Resolution 

No. 21-05 officially recognizing Wentzville 

resident Brooklynne Schuetz, 17, 

for winning the Red Bull UCI Pump Track 

World Championship Qualifier event on 

July 31. 

The event, held at St. Charles County’s 

Kinetic Park in Dardenne Prairie, 

qualifies Schuetz for the UCI World Championship 

tournament to be held in Lisbon, 

Portugal, Oct. 15-17. 

UCI, an acronym for Union Cycliste 

Internationale, is the governing body for 

the world cycling championships and 

traces its lineage back to 1893 when it held 

its First Track World Championships. The 

worldwide organization and the sport of 

bicycle motocross/mountain biking have 

gained popularity around the globe. In 

fact, BMX Freestyle competition made its 

debut at the Tokyo Olympics. 

In a press statement released by the 

county, Schuetz said, “I wasn’t expecting 

anything. I was just expecting to come out 

here and have fun, show the locals what I 

can do, but we came home with some good 

hardware.” 

Brooklynne Schuetz 

The competition included 77 contestants 

– 66 men and 11 women from across the 

United States and one from Australia. A 

crowd of approximately 1,000 spectators 

cheered on local favorites and got a birdseye 

view of all the action from the newly 

installed permanent bleachers in the park. 

In the Women’s category, Schuetz and 

Megan Dudgeon, a Lindenwood University 

student from Wisconsin, squared 

off in the final. Schuetz finished 27.76 to 

secure her World Final ticket. Dudgeon 

finished with a time of 28:59. 

(Source: St. Charles County) 

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The Men’s final was equally exciting. It 

featured Layne Gainer, the top qualifier of 

the day, and Amakye Andersen, a threetime 

qualifier attendee and popular BMX 

rider in the circuit. When it came down to 

the final run, Amakye claimed the fastest 

time of the day at 22.04 and earned a ticket 

to the World Final. 

“Pump track is an amazing opportunity 

because it pits BMX and mountain bikers 

against the clock to see who can be the 

fastest rider of the day,” said Aaron Cooke, 

Race Director for Velosolutions, an industry 

leader in pump track construction that 

built the Kinetic Park course. “But the 

most exciting thing is the rider coming 

through St. Charles could become the next 

world champion.” 

Schuetz attended the county council 

meeting with her parents, Mark and Kim, 

whom she thanked for their support. She 

noted that they would join her in Lisbon 

in October, but joked that they have to pay 

their own way. She said her siblings would 

not be able to make the journey due to the 

continuing COVID-19 restrictions. 

In his remarks, council chair Mike Elam 

lauded Schuetz and pointed out the favorable 

publicity for the county, particularly 

the very positive public relations for its 

new Kinetic Park and the county park 

system in general. 

St. Charles County Parks Director Ryan 

Graham described the opportunity to host 

the competition as “an honor and thrill.” 

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NEWS BRIEFS, from page 9 

funding. DSS will continue to work toward 

fulfilling the state’s legal obligations under 

the Constitution and court order. 

The state is currently working through 

administrative hurdles, including adequate 

appropriations, staffing capacity, and computer 

software changes in order to begin 

enrolling the expanded population. Parson 

included funding in his Fiscal Year 22 budget 

proposal to the General Assembly to cover 

both the health care costs of the expanded 

population and for 75 additional employees 

to administer the expanded program. 

However, the proposed funds were not 

included in the final FY 22 budget. As a 

result, DSS is limited to administering the 

expanded MO HealthNet program without 

sufficient staffing or appropriations. 

Missourians who believe they are eligible 

for MO HealthNet benefits under 

the expanded Medicaid eligibility may go 

to MyDSS.MO.Gov to apply. DSS will 

begin making eligibility determinations 

once MO HealthNet’s software is updated 

to reflect the court order. In order to 

comply with the court order and until the 

necessary funds can be appropriated, DSS 

will reassign existing employees from their 

current assignments and responsibilities in 

order to receive and evaluate MO Health- 

Net applications. 

Due to current staffing capacity and 

funding restraints, the required system 

update is anticipated to take up to 60 

days. Qualifying health care costs that are 

incurred by eligible Missourians between 

the time they apply and when DSS is able 

to verify their eligibility may be reimbursed 

at a later date. 

Local woman to compete 

in national pageant 

On June 13, Carolyn Schlueter, of St. 

Charles, was crowned Ms. Missouri Senior 

America. 

The highlight of Schlueter’s professional 

career was being executive secretary to 

August A. (Gussie) Busch Jr., president 

and CEO of Anheuser-Busch, Inc., until 

his retirement. Her passions in life are 

photography, music and watercolor painting. 

She also dedicates many hours to different 

charitable organizations. 

Schlueter will represent Missouri in the 

Ms. Senior America Pageant, held virtually 

this year. The finale is Aug. 22. 

The Missouri Pageant Alumnae Club 

plans to hold the Ms. Missouri Senior 

Pageant live at the Florissant Civic Center 

on May 1, 2022. For more information 

regarding participation in this event, contact 

Susan Pellegrino at msmosenior@ 

gmail.com or (314) 640-5789. 

SACAGAWEA, from page 10 

county with signs and QR codes to spread 

the word and raise money. 

“We’re trying to raise $50,000. We think 

that will put us in a league of our own,” 

said Borgmeyer, who also shared that they 

would use the upcoming Little Hill festival 

to gain support. “We’re trying to go very 

viral with this, on social media, with our 

mailing list with the city and county, historical 

society and everything else.” 

News of the campaign has already 

reached descendants of Sacagawea’s husband, 

Toussaint Charbonneau, and several 

have pledged full support of the city’s 

efforts. Borgmeyer said. He added that 

he also has reached out to Chief Geoffrey 

Standing Bear, the principal chief of the 

Osage nation. Standing Bear has agreed 

to present an overview sent by the city to 

the tribal council, who will then vote on 

whether they will give their support to the 

proposal. 

If the city does win the bid, there are 

three main locations already being considered 

for the statue: a lot at the corner 

of Fifth Street and Boone’s Lick Road 

that is highly visible at the entrance to the 

historic district, the roundabout in front of 

the St. Charles Convention Center, and a 

plaza between city hall and an old government 

building. Wherever the statue lands, 

Borgmeyer wants to place a large bronze 

plaque next to it that explains Sacagawea’s 

contribution and involvement with the 

expedition. 

“She definitely was an important part 

of our history,” Borgmeyer said. “Rather 

than taking a historical statue down or 

tearing it down and putting it in a warehouse, 

we need to exonerate Sacagawea 

and hold her up as someone that was very 

important to Lewis and Clark and the 

western discovery.”

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City-County Library plans for a 

once familiar form of outreach 

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A sketch of the “Library to You” bookmobile 

By KYRA JEFFERS 

(Source: St. Charles City-County Library) 

In a decade of comebacks, St. Charles 

City-County Library plans to send a bookmobile 

back to the streets. Calling it the 

“Library to You,” the specialized vehicle 

should start making rounds later this fall. 

“We have a very active outreach service 

that provides home delivery for those who 

are homebound or lack transportation,” 

explained Laurie St. Laurent, deputy director 

and chief customer experience officer 

for the library system. 

St. Laurent noted outreach services also 

reach daycares and senior facilities. “The 

Library to You is really an extension of 

that service. We know that not all areas in 

our county have close access to a physical 

library building,” she said. 

The specialized vehicle will offer more 

than a selection of books to browse. 

Patrons also will be able to pick up holds, 

or place reserves. Chromebooks, monitors 

and printers will be available for use, 

as well as WiFi for anyone who wants to 

park nearby. An externally mounted monitor 

will allow staff/drivers to host events, 

programs and classes normally available at 

physical branches. The 32-foot-long truck 

also will be wheelchair accessible. 

“Access to libraries resources and services 

is very important to our citizens,” 

St. Laurent said. “I consider our library a 

prepaid service because it is tax-supported. 

We are very conscious of delivering on 

the expectations of our customers and we 

don’t want to leave anyone out.” 

Kristen Sherry, manager of outreach services, 

has focused on finding appropriate 

stopping points and potential partners for 

those stops. 

“We’re looking at those areas that don’t 

have close-by physical branches, but also 

those where there might be populations that 

are challenged with lack of transportation, 

or might have a lot of latch-key kids after 

school, or seniors who don’t move across 

the county very often,” St. Laurent said. 

Once the library staff has the bookmobile’s 

stops nailed down, they will finetune 

a schedule. There should be between 

two and four stops in a day, with two to 

three hours spent at each stop. 

“Our plan is to probably visit [stops] 

every other week because we have a checkout 

period of two weeks,” St. Laurent said. 

“That would give people a chance to be 

able to check something out and then keep 

it for the loan period of two weeks if they 

don’t renew it.” 

Customer response to the bookmobile 

will determine how many days a week it 

goes out and if more vehicles will be added 

in the future. 

“We’re always trying to find ways of 

serving the customers in the way they 

would like to be served. We are pretty 

good at listening and responding to the 

needs that we hear about in our communities,” 

St. Laurent said. 

The St. Charles City-County Library 

once had a bookmobile, but it was discontinued 

15 to 16 years ago. 

“When we saw the growing population 

in our county with home areas lacking sufficient 

branch-style services, we started 

reexamining the bookmobile again,” St. 

Laurent said. 

The project has been in serious planning 

for two years. Production of the vehicle 

began mid-2020 and should be completed 

in October. Once the library has the vehicle, 

they will train staff drivers and the project 

will be ready to roll. 

The “Library to You” will cost $314,000 

and is fully funded by donations from the St. 

Charles City-County Library Foundation. 

St. Laurent said the overarching goal 

of the St. Charles City-County Library 

system is “making sure that people have 

access to accurate information, opportunities 

to grow and learn about new things, to 

support that early literacy component in 

our youngest patrons’ lives, and then also 

to engage our teens!” 

“We support a lot of career development in 

our communities as well as offering things 

like meeting spaces and opportunities for 

groups and individuals to gather and meet 

up with like-minded people,” she added.



The Great Escape: Local girl 

aids in rescuing lost dog 

By KAVYA RAMESH 

Zeke’s an escape artist, having made getaways 

in two states. 

An 18-month-old micro-mini Goldendoodle, 

Zeke recently slipped out in St. 

Charles. But just a couple of days earlier, 

he had disappeared in Florida. One escape 

led to the other. 

Zeke’s owners, Pat and Tom Watson, 

had left him with a pet sitter in Florida 

with the intention of leaving him there 

while they attended their son’s wedding in 

St. Charles. But within the first hour, Zeke 

bolted out the door when it was opened to 

allow a carpet cleaner to come in. Fifteen 

neighbors and friends searched for Zeke 

around the area. However, Zeke was miles 

and miles away and had even crossed a 

highway but luckily was not hit. He was 

finally located on a golf course. 

Sydney Gutleber immediately after finding 

Zeke. 

(Source: Jason Gutleber) 

Because of this incident, Watson said, 

“We hurried up and threw our suitcases in 

the car and put the dog in his dog carrier, 

bought a ticket for him, and put him under 

our seat and took him to St. Charles to one 

of my best friends.” 

While the Watsons attended their son’s 

wedding, Shirley Peschke, a resident of 

St. Charles, was tasked with the duty of 

dog sitting Zeke. While preparing to take 

him for a walk on July 7, Zeke ran out the 

door, unleashed. Similar to before, all of 

Peschke’s friends in her subdivision rallied 

around her to find Zeke. Being unsuccessful 

in catching him, Peschke said her neighbors 

turned to making lost dog posters. 

“I’ve been friends (with Zeke’s owners) 

for more than 40 years and I was doing 

them a favor. I’ve never been so sad in 

my life ever. This happened but there was 

nothing I could do about it. It was done,” 

Peschke said. 

Thirty-six hours after Zeke escaped, 

12-year-old Sydney Gutleber, of Timberwood 

Trails, found him in brush near the 

side of the road. 

Gutleber said she was in the car when 

she glanced outside of her window and 

saw a dog laying in the brush and realized 

that it was the dog from the lost dog posters 

she had noticed earlier. 

“We stopped and I ran back down the 

sidewalk. It was a long time of just running 

around on the sidewalk trying to find 

where he was … I finally found him and I 

tried to get closer to him, but he wouldn’t 

really let me and he started to walk toward 

the top of the brush. Also, I noticed that he 

wasn’t using his back legs, so then I followed 

him up to the brush where he was 

lying down. He kind of looked at me so I 

turned him around and I picked him up and 

walked back out of the brush holding him,” 

Gutleber said. “(He) had a collar on, but he 

didn’t have a tag on, so we didn’t actually 

know that it was Zeke. But then we looked 

at him longer and he had a lighter brown 

patch on his chest like he had one on the 

poster, so we (realized) this was Zeke and 

took him home.” 

After bringing Zeke to her house, Gutleber’s 

dad called to let Watson know that 

they found a little dog that matched Zeke’s 

description. 

“We were just getting hors d’oeuvres and 

drinks (at the wedding), and I started jumping 

up and down. The priest and my husband 

all knew what must have happened 

because they looked at me,” Pat Watson 

said. “We didn’t know if somebody stole 

him, or if he was dead, so we just had to 

go on and celebrate the wedding because 

at that point, there was nothing more we 

could do … We have no hard feelings at all 

for the two people that lost (Zeke) because 

we know it was truly not intentional and 

they tried their very best.” 

Watson noted that when they picked 

Zeke up he was OK except for his leg. 

“(Zeke had) multiple fractures in one leg, 

so the (vet) said he probably was hit by a 

car,” Watson said. 

Following the surgery, Gutleber said 

the vet was able to save Zeke’s leg, but 

he still has a bunch of pins in it. She also 

said she was really happy about saving 

Zeke because hardly anyone, nonetheless a 

12-year-old, can say they found a lost dog. 

“When I carried (Zeke) out of the brush, 

I couldn’t stop smiling because I found a 

lost dog. That’s pretty cool,” Gutleber said. 

“I really love dogs so I was really happy 

that I found a dog. I’ve always seen lost 

pet posters around, but I’ve never actually 

seen one of them.” 

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Expert advice for helping aging parents who resist help 



By LISA RUSSELL 

Just as children need their parents to care 

for them and keep them safe as they grow 

up, aging parents need help from their children 

or other caregivers as they grow old. 

It’s a natural part of the cycle of life – but 

that certainly doesn’t make the transition 

an easy one. 

In her role as a family nurse practitioner at 

BJC, Lisa Nelson, MSN, FNP-C, has seen 

just about every scenario related to aging 

parents and their children. Based on her 

work with senior patients and their families, 

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Look for the signs 

First, it’s important to rationally assess 

the parents’ situation, including whether 

they need assistance or may no longer be 

safe in their home. 

Some of the more obvious signs include 

more frequent bruising, skin tears or general 

unsteadiness, indicating an uptick in 

falls. New scratches or dents on the car can 

mean that reaction time, vision and driving 

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A look through the refrigerator can help 

assess nutritional intake. 

“‘Is there enough food? Is it appropriate? 

Is a lot of it spoiled?’ are key questions,” 

Nelson said. Additionally, signs of weight 

loss like baggy clothing are another red 

flag, along with indicators of poor personal 

hygiene like stains on clothes, not shaving, 

a lack of hair care, or infrequent bathing. 

Get on the same page 

Once you’ve determined that a parent 

needs more assistance, meeting with other 

family members to present the facts and 

establish some common goals is key. 

“What’s the most important priority? Is it 

dementia, a heart problem, not being safe 

to live at home anymore?” Nelson asked. 

“Whatever the issue, it’s important to get 

on the same page about getting mom and/ 

or dad taken care of physically, mentally 

and financially.” 

If there are disagreements among siblings, 

it’s best to be patient and calm while 

focusing the discussion on safety. 

Nelson suggested the following conversation 

starter: “I know we would all like to 

continue on like Mom was 10 years ago, 

but I’m seeing some changes and I’m worried. 

Here’s what I’m seeing … what are 

you seeing?” 

“Then, be quiet and listen to what they 

have to say,” she suggested. 

Start the conversation – then repeat 

When it’s time for family members 

to have an initial conversation with the 

parent, Nelson advised doing so “via whatever 

method works for your family … you 

know your parents the best. Do they listen 

to one child more than the others? (If so) 

have that child approach them,” she said. 

“The first conversation may be kind of a 

shock to them; they have been hiding these 

signs of aging, many for quite some time, 

and they’re very fearful of losing their 

independence.” 

That conversation will also likely be the 

first of many, during which the child can 

reinforce the message that the children 

are not trying to control the parents’ lives, 

but want to be a helpful resource and keep 

them safe, just as they once did for their 

children, Nelson said. 

Engage outside resources 

If your parent doesn’t listen to family 

members, the next move may be to involve 

their primary care physician – a neutral 

third party they already trust, Nelson 

advised. 

“If you can focus on health issues versus 

not driving or moving to an assisted living 

situation, and you can do this with the help 

of their primary care provider, it really 

goes a long way,” Nelson said. 

There also may be a family attorney 

who has a long-term relationship with the 

parent. It may be appropriate to meet with 

him or her on your own if advance directives 

are in place. In cases of dementia 

or Alzheimer’s, having power of attorney 

papers, advance directives and living wills 

before the condition advances is crucial, 

Nelson said. 

Other community resources, often with 

help available online, also can be extremely 

useful. These include the Alzheimer’s 

Association, the state’s Agency on Aging, 

the Department of Health and Human 

Services, and long-term care ombudsman 

services. Nelson advised sticking mainly 

to .gov and .org websites while avoiding 

.com sites as those are generally marketing 

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Despite your best efforts, aging parents 

may continue to resist your help, which 

can be painful. 

“I remind children of seniors not to take 

it personally … things can get ugly and a 

lot of times it’s because both parties know 

each other very well, and they see the situation 

in different ways.” 

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FOOTBALL PREVIEW 

2021 Football Preview: A look at some of the area’s top players 

By WARREN MAYES 

Arlen (AJ) Harris Jr., is a force to be 

reckoned with on the gridiron and in the 

classroom. 

The 5-foot-11, 201-pound senior at 

Lutheran St. Charles has chosen Stanford 

as his college choice. A 4.0 student, 

Harris is also regarded as one of the best 

running backs in the nation. 

“I’m just expecting him to put an exclamation 

mark on his career,” said Arlen 

Harris Sr., his father and head coach, 

who played for the St. Louis Rams. “He 

can finish up from last year. He has a lot 

of aspirations for this season. He wants 

to finish healthy. He wants to heave his 

mark on our school. He holds a few 

records and I know he’d like to add to 

that.” 

Arlen (AJ) Harris Jr. 

(Official photo) 

Last season, Harris rushed for 834 

yards and 14 touchdowns in eight games. 

He was named a Class 2 all-state firstteam 

selection by the Missouri Football 

Coaches Association. As a sophomore, 

he rushed 168 times for 1,763 yards for 

an average of 10.5 yards per carry. He 

scored 32 touchdowns and was named 

the Archdiocesan Athletic Association 

Small Division’s Offensive Player of the 

Year. 

In his three seasons at Lutheran St. 

Charles, Harris has gained 3,636 yards 

rushing and scored 71 touchdowns. 

“I train all our guys to be complete 

backs,” Harris Sr. said. “This year, I feel 

he’ll be a bigger threat in the passing 

game. He blocks well. He wants to have 

that third gear once he’s out there in the 

open. His vision is so good and he had a 

high IQ on the football field. He just has 

a few things to clean up.” 

Having his college choice made is 

a good thing, his father said. He had 

received about 30 Division I scholarship 

offers. 

“That’s huge. AJ is one of those kids 

who doesn’t really like the attention to 

be honest,” Harris Sr. said. “He wants to 

be challenged in the classroom and on 

the field and Stanford is a great place for 

that. You could see that weight lifted off 

his shoulders when he had decided.” 

Here’s a look at some of the other players 

that St. Charles County head coaches 

expect to see big things from this fall. 

The schools are listed in alphabetical 

order. 

DUCHESNE 

Junior defensive end/running back/ 

wide receiver Jamond Mathis is a threeyear 

starter. The 6-foot-3, 230-pound 

Mathis has four Division 1 offers. As a 

sophomore, Mathis had 48 tackles, 15 

sacks and five fumble recoveries. He 

also rushed for 445 yards and scored 11 

total touchdowns. In 2020, he was a firstteam 

Archdiocesan Athletic Association 

(AAA) all-conference and a Class 2 firstteam 

all-state defensive end. “He is an 

outstanding student and athlete,” coach 

Charlie Elmendorf said. “He is a leader 

on and off the field.” 

Senior linebacker/running back Nathan 

DeGuentz is a four-year starter on the 

varsity squad. As a junior, he recorded 113 

tackles with four sacks and one interception 

for a defense that allowed only 14.9 

points per game. DeGuentz was named an 

AAA first-team all-conference linebacker 

and was voted to the second-team Class 2 

all-state team. “Nathan is an outstanding 

student and leader on our football team,” 

Elmendorf said. 

Junior wide receiver/safety Amorion 

Oliphant is a three-year, two-way 

starter and kick and punt returner. “He 

is an exciting and explosive player we 

are expecting big things from in 2021,” 

Elmendorf said. “Amorion has great 

speed and quickness, as well as, great 

ball skills.” 

FORT ZUMWALT NORTH 

Senior Jalen Lee is a 6-foot, 185- 

pound cornerback who has verbally 

committed to South Dakota State. A 

three-year starter, he recorded 41 tackles 

and had a fumble recovery last season. 

He is expected to play a role as a running 

back on the offensive side of the ball this 

season. 

Senior quarterback/defensive back 

Chris Reckel had 48 tackles playing 

defense last season. He also was the 

backup quarterback. 

Senior lineman (OL/DL) Andrew 

Hoppe is 6-foot-2, 190-pound athlete 

who plays well on both sides of the ball. 

FORT ZUMWALT WEST 

Mikey Ludwig is a 5-foot-10, 180- 

pound junior. He is a returning starter at 

quarterback and is a returning team captain. 

Last year as a sophomore, Ludwig 

threw for 650 yards and ran for another 

200. “Mikey has made significant strides 

coming into this year as a passer and has 

shown great command of the offense,” 

coach Ben Pike said. “We are also looking 

for him to make a difference on 

the defensive side of the football at the 

safety position.” 

Kyle Nunn is a 5-foot-7, 170-pound 

junior. He is a returning starter at running 

back. In eight games as a sophomore, 

Nunn rushed for 1,016 yards. “Kyle has 

great vision, runs hard and is able to get 

the most out of any run,” Pike said. “He 

has continued to improve this offseason, 

and we are going to need him to have a 

big year if we are going to be successful 

this season.” 

Peyton Kraus is a 5-foot-7, 155-pound 

junior. He was the leading receiver last 

year as a sophomore. “He will be key for 

us as we look to keep defenses honest. 

He is very skilled at finding holes in the 

defense and exploiting them,” Pike said. 

“On top of that, he runs really good routes, 

has great hands and rarely drops a ball. 

I look for Peyton to come up with big 

catches all season long. He is a gamer.” 

Matt Stano is a 6-foot-1, 240-pound 

senior returning offensive lineman. Last 

year, he played both center and tackle 

and will be doing the same thing again 

this year. “Matt has great feet and technique 

that allows him to block defensive 

linemen that are both bigger and more 

athletic than he is,” Pike said. “He is the 

leader of our offensive line. As he goes 

so will our offensive line.” 

Adian Copeland is a 5-foot-11, 190- 

pound junior who started as a sophomore 

last year at the safety position. He will be 

making a position change to linebacker 

this year. He is coming off a year where 

he recorded 50 tackles and had one 

interception. “Aiden has great football 

instincts and plays fast and tough,” Pike 

said. “I look for him to be the anchor of 

our defense this year.” 

FRANCIS HOWELL 

Junior Brett Norfleet is a 6-foot-7, 

230-pound tight end/defensive end who 

has multiple offers from Power 5 football 

schools. He started for the Vikings as a 

freshman. He has good hands, is physical 

and plays fast. He’s also a good blocker 

as well as a talented baseball player as a 

pitcher and first baseman. 

“He’ll be pretty special at tight end 

and defensive end for us,” coach Brent 

Chojnacki said. “He’s truly a tight end 

that college coaches will look and want 

to play for them. He’s an extension of the 

offensive line but we can split him out, 

too. He’s really good at getting extension 

with that wingspan on defense. He’s 

a run stopper but he can put pressure on 

the quarterback. He’s a phenomenal kid 

on top of all that, too. He’s a humble kid 

who will have a bright future in football 

or baseball.” 

Senior TJ Houston is a 6-foot-2, 220- 

pound offensive and defensive lineman 

with a 4.5 GPA. He’s a three-year starter 

and a first-team all-conference player 

last season. He is just 16 and won’t turn 

17 until Halloween. 

“He’s a grade ahead,” Chojnacki said. 

“He really gets after it on the field. He’s 

a smart kid, a physical kid. He may be a 

little undersized on the offensive line but 

he makes up for it with his athletic ability.” 

Last spring, Houston played volleyball 

and ran the hurdles and triple jump 

in track. “I could talk for days about this 

kid.” 

Josh Deal is a 6-foot, 200-pound 

junior kicker. Last year, he hit 52 of 53 

extra points and kicked one field goal. He 

averaged 57.4 yards on his kickoffs. As 

a freshman, he averaged nearly 57 yards 

per kickoff and converted 55 extra-point 

kicks and made five field goals. 

“He’s a guaranteed touchback kid,” 

Chojnacki said. He was first-team allconference 

kicker and Class 6 secondteam 

all-state. “He has a strong leg. His 

commitment level to being a great kicker 

is strong. Before our morning workout 

sessions, he shows up at 7 a.m. to start 

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before we begin at 8. He’ll help us at 

running back and in the secondary. He 

doesn’t just specialize in kicking (but) 

that foot of his is pretty special. He’s a 

valuable asset to us and we’re glad to 

have him for two more years.” 

FRANCIS HOWELL NORTH 

Senior lineman (OL/DL) Jaiden 

Frey was the team’s most valuable lineman 

last season. He will be a two-year 

starter on the offensive line and looks to 

play defensive line this year as well. He 

also wrestles during the winter. 

“Jaiden has come so far in the past 

couple of years. He was a workhorse in 

the off season, and continually works to 

perfect his craft,” coach Brett Bevill said. 

“He is a leader on the offensive line and 

looks to do the same on defensive line. 

We have big expectations for Jaiden this 

year.” 

Junior wide receiver/running back/ 

defensive back Ian Kelly caught 25 

passes last season for 362 yards with 

five touchdowns. He averaged 15 yards 

a catch. He will be a two-year starter on 

offense and defense. He was named firstteam 

all-district at receiver last season 

and looks to play running back and as a 

defensive back as well this season. Kelly 

also runs hurdles for the track team. 

“Ian has put in an immense amount of 

work this offseason. He is bigger, faster, 

and stronger,” Bevill said. “He continues 

to impress with his ability on the field 

and leadership off the field. We are going 

to expect a lot out of Ian and we are 

excited to have him.” 

Senior linebacker/tight end Lucas 

Neuschwander had 38 tackles last season 

with five going for aloss along with three 

sacks. He was named a first-team all-district 

linebacker last season and looks to 

play tight end as well this season. He will 

be a three-year starter on defense. 

“Lucas has a nose for the ball and 

arrives at it in a bad mood,” Bevill said. 

“He has a motor and is a leader for us on 

defense. We expect him to make a lot of 

calls and adjustments when needed. He 

has also been doing very well at tight end 

during camp. We are excited for Lucas’ 

senior season and expect him to be a 

leader on defense for us.” 



HOLT 

Senior wide receiver Jackson Smith 

caught 59 passes for 714 yards and 12 

touchdowns last season. He also rushed 

for 198 yards with four touchdowns. 

He earned a Class 6 first-team all-state 

selection for his production for the 8-2 

Indians. He possesses good speed with 

a 4.52-second, 40-yard time. He had 24 

receptions for 338 yards and three touchdowns 

as a freshman and raised those 

totals in a big way as a sophomore, hauling 

in 55 catches for 1,029 yards and 10 

touchdowns to lead Holt to its first winning 

campaign since 2012. 

Senior quarterback Cooper Brown 

completed enjoyed a solid campaign last 

year. He completed 124 of 181 passes for 

2,057 yards with 32 touchdowns. He was 

intercepted six times. Brown was a Class 

6 second-team all-state selection. As a 

junior, Brown hit 84 of 149 passes for 

1,356 yards and 13 touchdowns against 

four interceptions. 

Senior wide receiver/linebacker Collin 

Bunner caught 32 passes for 765 yards 

last fall. He scored 14 total touchdowns. 

On defense, Bunner recorded 60 tackles, 

including 11 for a loss. He intercepted 

one pass and recovered a fumble. He 

registered three sacks. 

Senior linebacker (OL) Austin Bone 

was a big force on the line for the Indians. 

He blocks well in both the running 

and passing game. 

LUTHERAN ST. CHARLES 

Senior Aaron Coffee is a four-year 

starter at quarterback. The 6-foot-5, 220- 

pound Coffee completed 70 of 119 passes 

for 1,067 yards and 10 touchdowns. He 

had three interceptions. As a sophomore, 

he completed 124 of 191 passes for 

2,020 yards and 18 touchdowns against 

six interceptions. He threw for 1,362 

yards and 14 touchdowns as a freshman 

with nine interceptions. 

“I call him my ‘big man,’” coach Arlen 

Harris Sr. said. “He’s old school. He’s a 

true pocket quarterback who can make 

all the throws. That’s my thing. He’s 

not the fastest but he’s so big and smart 

and intelligent and as he goes we go. 

He came out on fire as a freshman and 

sophomore. He looks amazing so far this 

year. He’s a good ‘no sir, yes sir’ type of 

kid. He’s kind of quiet but when he says 

something on the field, our kids listen.” 

Senior Ashtin Rustemeyer is a 6-foot- 

3, 290-pound defensive and offensive 

lineman. He has orally committed to 

Arkansas State. Last season, he recorded 

a team-high six sacks. He registered 14 

tackles for losses. 

“He’s just a brute on both sides of the 

ball,” Harris said. “He can take the team 

on his back. He’s still growing, too. He’s 

just tenacious. His first step, and how 

he’s engaged and sets off blocks, makes 

him a handful. He’s always fighting a 

double team. He’s a big run stopper for 

us. He creates havoc out there. He’s a 

good student and a well-rounded young 

man. Ashtin is a passionate kid who 

cares about this teammates.” 

ORCHARD FARM 

Senior lineman (OL/DL) Gabe





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Schauman, 6-foot-1, 245 pounds, will 

be a three-year starter for the Eagles. He 

paved the way for more than 2,000 yards 

rushing as a junior and looks to pick up 

where he left off. He can do everything 

on the offensive line and runs extremely 

well. Defensively, he looks to use his 

quickness to make plays in opponents’ 

backfields. Schauman earns first-team 

all-Gateway Athletic Conference North 

offensive and defensive line as a junior. 

“Gabe will be one of our leaders this 

season,” coach Blake Arnette said. “He 

has been a tremendous leader this offseason, 

and we look for him to have a great 

senior year.” 

Senior quarterback/defensive back 

Bryce Westerfeld will be a three-year 

starter for the Eagles. The 6-foot-1, 

190-pound athlete has played receiver 

previously but is making the switch to 

quarterback this season. Westerfeld is a 

smart and disciplined player who will 

look to use his strengths to lead the 

offense. Defensively, he will look to be 

a presence in the run and pass game. His 

combination of size and speed allows 

him to do a little of everything for the 

defense. He also serves as the Eagle’s 

long snapper and earned first-team all- 

GAC North honors at wide receiver and 

defensive back last season. 

“Bryce is a great leader for our program 

and is the type of player that can 

do a little bit of everything,” Arnette said. 

“We look for Bryce to have a great year 

on both sides of the ball this season.” 

Senior running back/linebacker Laterrion 

West will be a two-year starter 

for the Eagles. The 5-foot-8, 190-pound 

West has great speed and is a physical 

runner who is looking to pick up where 

he left off as a junior. He had multiple 

games in which he rushed for more than 

200 yards and compiled more than 1,000 

yards last season. He will also play linebacker 

this season. He looks to use his 

talents to help make plays in opponents’ 

run games. He earned first-team all-GAC 

North honors at running back last season. 

“Laterrion has had a great offseason,” 

Arnette said. “He has improved greatly 

on both sides of the ball and we look for 

him to make an impact each week.” 

ST. CHARLES 

Senior Marquis Gracial is a 6-foot-4, 

315-pound athletic defensive lineman/ 

tight end. He is a two-time all-Gateway 

Athletic Conference North player at the 

defensive line. However, he does play 

both sides of the ball. 

“Marquis was limited in gameplays due 

to an injury last year,” said coach Robert 

Leonard. 

In four games, he was able to contribute 

17 tackles, including eight tackles 

for a loss along with three sacks and 

two forced fumbles. On offense, he had 

four catches and one touchdown. Gracial 

currently holds 26 Division I scholarship 

offers that include Missouri, Alabama, 

Oklahoma, Penn State, Michigan, 

Michigan State, Nebraska, Texas, Texas 

A&M, Iowa State, Mississippi, Auburn 

and others. He has orally committed to 

attend Missouri next fall. 

Marquis Gracial 

(Team photo) 

Gracial was an all-academic GAC 

member and recorded a 4.0 GPA last 

semester. “Marquis is focused on his 

senior year and does not allow the 

recruiting process to distract him from 

focusing on team goals,” Leonard said. 

A.J. Hawkins is a returning secondteam 

all-GAC North performer from last 

year despite sustaining an injury that 

limited his games played. The 6-foot-2, 

285-pound Hawkins plays on the offensive 

and defensive lines for the Pirates. 

Last season, he had 26 tackles with 

seven going for losses with three sacks. 

He is a three-year starter for the Pirates 

and is drawing interest from D-1 and D-2 

programs. 

“He has been and will be a key element 

for the Pirates this fall,” Leonard said. 

“If both Marquis and A.J. can stay healthy, 

they present a tremendous one and two 

punch combination for St. Charles High.” 

ST. DOMINIC 

Senior Ryan Schwendeman is a 

6-foot-4 and 235-pound tight end/Hback/defensive 

end. He caught 48 passes 

for 660 yards and scored nine total 

touchdowns last season. He made 46 

tackles with five tackles for loss along 

with two sacks and an interception at 

linebacker. He was a Class 4 all-state 

second-team selection by the Missouri 

Football Coaches Association. 

“Ryan is a physical matchup nightmare 

as a hybrid tight end. He earned secondteam 

all-state football and all-state basketball 

honors as a junior,” coach Blake 

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Markway said. “He led the St. Louis 

area in receiving yards as a tight end and 

was recently ranked as one of the top 5 

basketball players in his class in the St. 

Louis area to give you an idea of his athletic 

ability and versatility. While he is 

extremely skilled in basketball, he is a 

football player and plays the game with 

that toughness.” 

Markway said Schwendeman is very 

gifted athletically at his size with a frame 

to play in college as a tight end, at 255 to 

265 pounds, that can play on the line, in 

the slot, or flank out wide. 

“We use him in all three of those roles 

in our zone-based, RPO scheme,” Markway 

said. “Ryan plays with tremendous 

physicality on both sides of the ball as 

you’ll see from his defensive line film 

in our spill scheme and as a blocker in 

the box on offense. He may be the most 

talented football prospect to come out of 

our program with his physical gifts at his 

size.” 

Schwendeman has football offers from 

several D-I schools entering his senior 

year. 

Senior Cam Whitt is a 6-foot-4, 225- 

pound tight end/H-back. He has college 

offers at the Division II level entering his 

senior year. 

“We are fortunate to have two big tight 

ends in our offense that have started 

since their first game as sophomores,” 

Markway said. “Cam plays closer to the 

box than Ryan if we are trying to run a 

more traditional tight end set, but we will 

often still use him flanked out as he has 

great ball skills and is a big target in the 

middle of the field. He can easily take 

over a game with his receiving skills as 

he proved in Week 9 last season with 160 

yards and three touchdowns.” 

The Crusaders run a zone-blocking 

scheme coordinated by Hall of Famer 

Jim Schottmueller, Markway said. 

“Cam is very sound, physical and versatile 

in this scheme. His athletic ability 

and agility as a big guy in the box really 

allow us to do some great things with his 

skill set in both the run and pass game to 

find mismatches,” Markway said. 

Junior Jackson Overton is a 5-foot- 

7, 150-pound running back. He earned 

third-team all-state honors last season. 

“Jackson is the only freshman in my 20 

years of coaching to start varsity,” Markway 

said. “And not only start but then 

go on and earn first-team all-conference 

honors with over 1,000 total yards. He is 

dynamic with 4.5 speed that he clocked 

at several college camps this summer. He 

has the best vision of any zone back I’ve 

coached. He followed up a stellar freshman 

season with an even better sophomore 

season with more than 1,500 total yards. 

“To counter his size, he makes up for it 

with all-American standards in his core 

lifts,” Markway said. “Not only is he the 

fastest player on the field every week, 

he is pound for pound also the strongest 

with the toughness to run between the 

tackles. While we have used Jackson 

mostly as a true tailback his first two 

seasons due to depth at the position. We 

plan to use him equally as much as a 

slot receiver as an upperclassman to 

continue to get him out in space with his 

skill set where he could be most dangerous 

at the next level.” 

TIMBERLAND 

Senior running back/defensive back 

Jay Harris gained 302 yards last season 

rushing with two touchdowns. He also 

caught two passes for 58 yards and a 

touchdown. On defense, he recorded 30 

tackles with two fumble recoveries and 

one interception. 

Senior lineman (OL/DL) Andrew 

Bontrager will be counted on to play 

well on both sides of the ball this season. 

Junior quarterback/defensive back AJ 

Raines threw for 250 yards last year 

when he completed 16 of 31 passes. He 

had four touchdowns and one interception. 

He gained 118 yards on 48 carries 

and scored two touchdowns. On defense, 

he recorded 22 tackles, including three 

for a loss.





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provide hands-free access to reduce 

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Touchless Faucets 

Public restrooms aren’t the only places 

you can benefit from a touchless faucet. At 

home, the feature may come in handy when 

your hands are full or filthy. An automatic 

water flow is convenient and can help keep 

germs and grime under control. For the 

most on-trend, modern look, coordinate 

your faucets with other bathroom elements 

finished in gold hues, such as a laminate 

veneer vanity in a high-gloss gold finish. 

Cabinetry 

Collectively, cabinets are the biggest 

component of most kitchens. Since kitchens 

tend to be the hub of the home, it’s 

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lead to dried crops, wilted flower beds 

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Here is a list of August gardening 

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Ornamentals 

• Continue spraying roses that are susceptible 

to black spot and other fungus 

diseases. 

• Annuals may appear leggy and worn 

now. These can be cut back hard and fertilized. 

• Deadhead annuals and perennials as 

needed. 

• Divide oriental poppies. 

• Feed mums, asters and other fallblooming 

perennials for the last time. 

• Roses should receive no further nitrogen 

fertilizer after Aug. 15. 

• Powdery mildew on lilacs is unsightly, 

but causes no harm and rarely warrants 

control, though common rose fungicides 

will prove effective. 

• Madonna lilies, bleeding heart (Dicentra) 

and bloodroot (Sanguinaria) can be 

divided and replanted. 

• Divide bearded iris now. Discard old 

center sections and borer damaged parts. 

Replant so tops of rhizomes are just above 

ground level. 

• Prune to shape hedges for the last time 

this season. 

• Order bulbs now for fall planting. 

• Evergreens can be planted or transplanted 

now to ensure good rooting before 

winter arrives. Water both the plant and the 

planting site several days before moving. 

• If you want to grow big dahlia flowers, 

keep side shoots pinched off and plants 

watered and fertilized regularly. 

Lawns 

• Zoysia lawns can receive their final fertilizer 

application. 

• Apply insecticides now for grub control 

on lawns being damaged by their activity. 

• Lawns scheduled for renovation this fall 

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• Dormant lawns should be soaked now 

to encourage strong fall growth. 


• Verify control of lawn white grubs from 

earlier insecticide applications. 

Fruits 

• Prop up branches of fruit trees that are 

threatening to break under the weight of a 

heavy crop. 

• Protect ripening fruits from birds by 

covering plants with a netting. 

• Continue to spray ripening fruits to prevent 

brown rot fungus. 

• Thornless blackberries are ripening. 

• Watch for fall webworm activity. 

• Cultivate strawberries. Weed preventers 

can be applied immediately after fertilizing. 

• Spray peach and other stone fruits now 

to protect against peach tree borers. 

• Fall-bearing red raspberries are ripening. 

• Sprays will be necessary to protect late 

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• Soak shrubs periodically during dry 

spells with enough water to moisten the 

soil to a depth of 8-10 inches. 

• Once bagworms reach full size, insecticides 

are ineffective. Pruning off and burning 

large bagworms provides better control. 

• Spray black locust trees now to protect 

against damage by the locust borer. 

• Hummingbirds are migrating through 

gardens now. 

• Watch Scotch and Austrian pines now 

for Zimmerman pine moth damage. Yellowing 

or browning of branch tips and 

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Tips for recognizing, fixing three primary sources of water damage 

By KATE UPTERGROVE 

Plumbing: This one seems obvious but 

sometimes it’s just not. For instance, when 

was the last time you emptied out the cabinet 

under your kitchen sink and checked 

for signs of moisture? 

Slow leaks stemming from loose pipes 

and fittings, such as those associated with 

the sink trap, garbage disposal and dishwasher, 

may not result in puddles but they 

can cause damage over time. The most 

significant problem caused by slow leaks 

is the growth of mold. 

To detect water leaks, homeowners 

should visually and physically inspect the 

pipes under their sinks, around toilets and 

those leading to showers and tubs every 3 to 

4 months. Pipe joints can become loose over 

time, especially if the pipe is made from PVC 

and the drain is routinely subjected to hot 

water. PVC pipe is able to withstand water 

temperatures of 140º Fahrenheit but hotter 

temperatures and long durations of high heat 

can make pipe joints susceptible to failure. 

To prevent leaks, it’s wise to use strainers 

on all drains to prevent clogged pipes as a 

result of hair or debris build-up. Never put 

grease down the drain and watch your water 

pressure. High pressure can cause weakened 

pipes to burst. Especially if you travel frequently 

during winter months, it’s a good 

idea to install an emergency pressure release 

valve in your plumbing system. This will 

protect against the increased pressure caused 

by freezing pipes and can help prevent your 

pipes from bursting during your holiday. 

Roofs and gutters: What is up will 

come down, so if your roof is not up to the 

task of repelling rainwater and snowmelt, 

you’re going to get wet. 

Don’t wait until you see the telltale signs 

of moisture – dark water stains on ceilings 

– be proactive and have your roof inspected 

at least once each year for missing or loose 

shingles and damage caused by falling 

limbs, moss and roof penetrations. 

Moss grows in the presence of moisture, 

so if moss is present it’s likely that the roof 

needs attention. Also, moss can work shingles 

loose, creating the opportunity for larger 

quantities of moisture to enter the home. 

Roof penetrations such as drains, vents, 

gas lines, chimneys and mounts for satellite 

dishes or solar panels are another 

source of potential water entry. Check that 

the caulking and flashing around each penetration 

and at roof joints is secure and in 

good shape. While up on the roof, have the 


technician inspect any chimneys for loose 

bricks or boards, and make sure that the 

chimney cap is working properly. 

Having high-quality gutters that are sized 

correctly to handle water runoff is essential 

to good water management. Open gutters 

should be cleaned at least twice per year to 

remove fallen leaves, seedlings and other 

debris. The key to a healthy gutter system 

is good water flow, which includes having 

downspouts in several locations to carry 

water from the roof at least 2 feet from the 

home. An elbow with a 90º angle at ground 

level and downspout extensions and trays 

can help prevent soil from washing away 

at the foundation of the home and, in turn, 

can prevent foundation damage. 

Foundations: Some movement, settling 

and sinking is normal. So are tiny 

cracks, especially in the first few years 

after a home’s construction. Hairline, 

vertical, diagonal and shrinkage cracks 

typically do not affect the home’s structural 

integrity and are easier and less 

costly to repair. 

However, horizontal, stair-step and 

foundation slab cracks can mean that the 

home’s foundation has structural issues. 

According to foundation experts, one or 

more cracks in this category should warrant 

concern even if the fissure is as small 

as a 1/4-inch and with or without the presence 

of moisture. 

Horizontal cracks can be the result of 

excessive water pressure impacting the 

home’s foundation. Left untreated, foundation 

cracks can grow and allow both 

insects and water to enter the home. 

Sometimes the telltale sign that a house 

has foundation issues isn’t seen in the 

basement but rather in the movement of 

doors, or lack thereof. Doors that stick 

and don’t open or close properly can be an 

indication of foundation settling. Likewise, 

gaps around window frames and exterior 

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By JESSICA MESZAROS 

Summer of 2021 has been a season for 

many people to get back out into the world 

after a long period of quarantine to enjoy 

vacations and warm weather. Unfortunately, 

humans aren’t the only ones gathering 

outdoors this time of year. 

The National Pest Management Association 

(NPMA) stated in its bi-annual Bug 

Barometer forecast, a seasonal projection 

of the pest activity by professional entomologists, 

that warm and wet summer conditions 

are predicted to keep contributing 

to spikes in pest populations nationwide. 

According to the NPMA’s study of the 

north central U.S., which includes Missouri, 

warmer than normal summer temperatures 

have supported an increase in 

stinging insects, as well as encouraging 

mosquito populations to thrive. 

Here is a list of notable summer bugs, 

and advice for homeowners on keeping 

them at bay. 

Ants 

There are many different types of ants, 

and all feed on different things. 

Food and different types of leftovers can 

attract ants indoors during hot weather and 

in search of water. To minimize, If ants 

are coming inside, consider keeping food 

in hard, sealed containers, not cardboard 

boxes or paper wrappers. Attractive items 

like sugar and honey can also be stored in 

the refrigerator for added protection. Dispose 

of garbage frequently, including recyclables, 

where ants can also gather. 

Not all ants eat food. Some ants eat 

decaying wood. The presence of carpenter 

ants can be a sign of unwanted moisture in 

your home. 

A professional pest control services 

should be called to remove and treat the 

sources of infestation. 

Mosquitoes 

Standing water can serve as a breeding 

ground for insects like mosquitoes. Rain 

gutters, old tires, buckets, plastic covers 

and even toys are all containers where 

mosquitoes can breed. The EPA also recommends 

changing the water in bird baths, 

fountains, wading pools, rain barrels, and 

potted plant trays at least once a week to 

destroy potential mosquito habitats. Drain 

or fill temporary pools of water with dirt, 

and keep swimming pools treated properly. 

Circulating water also helps deter potential 

breeding. In addition to annoying itching, 

bites from mosquitoes carry 

disease that pose a danger to 

humans and pets. 

When it comes to using 

pesticides, a professional 

will know what chemicals 

to create the best shield for 

a home. Spraying the wrong 

chemicals in the wrong places 

could cause trouble for pets 

and children. 

Bees and wasps 

Pollinators like bees and 

wasps are important to the 

planet, but their painful stings 

and tendency to build nests or hives near 

homes can cause annoyance and fear for 

some homeowners, especially those with 

allergies. 

According to the EPA, keeping areas dry 

can prevent wasps or bees from gathering. 

This means repairing leaky faucets, and 

fixing areas where water puddles after the 

rain. If water drainage is a routine problem, 

call a plumber to help remedy the issue. 

Sealing trash and not leaving food outside 

can also prevent wasps or bees from 

honing in on popular outdoor gathering 

spots, like patios or decks. 

Warm and wet summer temperatures cause pests like 

mosquitoes to thrive, according to the National Pest 

Management Association. 

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Cicadas 

While some pests return every summer, 

this season is a little more unique. 

While they may be large and loud, cicadas 

don’t pose threats to humans or crops. 

However, there are ways to control cicadas 

around a home. 

According to the EPA, young trees may 

need protection from cicadas. This can be 

accomplished by covering them in mesh or 

netting with ¼-inch or smaller openings. 

This will protect against damage that could 

occur when cicadas deposit eggs on the 

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Memory care residents become adoptive parents 

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Clarendale of St. Peters senior living community offers innovative and creative memory care solutions in addition to independent living and assisted 

living. Their latest initiative, a baby shower with a mass adoption ceremony, is just one great example. 

In partnership with Angel Embrace, every resident in the Clarendale of St. Peters memory care neighborhood received a baby doll to help combat 

occasional bouts of loneliness, anxiety and agitation. 

“It’s been approximately three months since the residents received their adopted children, and our dedicated memory care team says seeing our 

residents light up with their new babies is one of the highlights of 2021 so far,” said Executive Director Mark Golliday. “We’re so thankful to Angel Embrace 

for their kind and caring program.” 

The life-size, soft and cuddly dolls were not gifts to the community – but to each resident personally – Complete with a Certificate of Adoption. The 

personal attachment helps inspire purposeful activity. Clarendale of St. Peters residents hold their dolls, talk to them, “feed” them – and they beam when 

visitors and staff notice and comment on their babies. The reason in simple. 

Research suggests that, by interacting with baby dolls, Clarendale of St. Peters residents experience a calming effect and emotional comfort. The process 

of “nurturing” their dolls can reduce anxiety/agitation, ease loneliness, improve social interaction/communication and provide an outlet for purposeful 

activity that helps improve meaning, dignity and quality of life. 

Sometimes it’s something as simple as the comfort of a baby doll to make a difference in the lives of memory care residents. At Clarendale of St. Peters, 

residents and their families can count on the community to provide highly skilled and dedicated care each day – all part of the Heartfelt CONNECTIONS 

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Individuals interested in learning more about memory care at Clarendale of St. Peters can call (636) 706-5100 or visit ClarendaleofStPeters.com. The 

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David Brown, founder of David L. Brown & Associates and author of “Protecting your Future with Tax-Free Long-Term Care” began 

his career by serving as representative for multiple long-term care insurance companies in 2000. In 2004, he became certified and 

licensed with multiple Medicare companies offering various plans. Since then, David has helped over 800 area families choose 

retirement plans, long-term care and Medicare plans. Today, David L. Brown and Associates operates as an independent insurance 

firm. As an independent broker, David’s client-based approach includes meeting with each client to discuss their individual wants or 

needs for choosing the perfect plan. 

“We strive to understand what your objectives and goals are and consult you along the way,” David 

said. David and his team can also provide insight on asset protection planning, Veteran Aid & Attendance Pension Benefits Plan, life 

insurance, IRA rollovers and can even provide information about the financial side of dementia. David recently attended workshop 

training with the Dementia Society of America.

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FAMILY & KIDS 

Beyond the classroom: the importance of extracurricular activity 

By JESSICA MESZAROS 

Robotics, dance, sports, chess, math 

team, book club … the opportunities for 

extracurricular activities are as unique as 

kids themselves. 

When chosen carefully, the right activity 

can help students grow even while 

serving as an entertaining break from the 

daily grind. Not only do extracurricular 

activities allow students to explore 

interests, they also offer the opportunity 

to make lifelong friends with common 

interests and they just might spur interests 

that lead to adult careers. For older 

students, extracurricular activities also 

provide fodder for college applications 

and resumes. 

Academic clubs may be the perfect fit 

for those with a passion for math or foreign 

languages, science or language arts, robotics 

or chess. Clubs with academic roots 

help students bolster their skills outside the 

classroom environment, including valuable 

communication and social skills. 

For those with a competitive spirit, intellectual 

games, such as chess, provide a 

workout for the brain, including analytical 

skills and memory, while also improving 

creativity. Chess is inexpensive to start, 

with free lessons available at libraries and 

schools. A directory of clubs can be found 

at uschess.org. 

While the thrill of competition certainly 

plays a role in robotics, so does engineering, 

mechanics, critical thinking and 

coding. 

Some students prefer to march to the 

beat of their own drum, literally. 

From music lessons to quartets to marching 

bands, learning to read music and play 

an instrument is a fun way to strengthen 

math skills, social interaction and creative 

expression. Yes, we said “math.” Counting, 

rhythm, scales, intervals, patterns, 

symbols, harmonies, time signatures, overtones, 

tone, pitch – all are both musical and 

mathematical. 

From brightly-lit stages to blank canvases, 

some students have an affinity for 


extracurricular activities focusing on the 

fine arts. 

While art is a standard component of 

every school curriculum, extracurricular 

activities offer the chance to delve deeper 

and explore niche options. 

Older students may want to take up 

activities like painting, photography or 

sculpture. In studio settings, otherwise 

expensive assets like easels, dark rooms 

and kilns may be available for student use 

with professional supervision. 

Not all art involves paintbrushes and 

canvases. Dance classes can teach children 

lessons like temperance and self-discipline 

while also promoting muscle memory and 

coordination. 

If sports is your child’s thing, there is a 

whole spectrum of athletic activities available 

through schools or club teams, even 

for kids who aren’t into soccer, softball, 

baseball, basketball, football and the like. 

According to scholastic.com, golf is 

growing in popularity with kids, with some 

starting lessons at around 6 years old. 

Sports like archery and fencing also have 

seen a boost in popularity thanks to tweenfriendly 

films like “The Hunger Games” or 

“Pirates of the Caribbean.” Both can help 

kids and teens develop dexterity, tactical 

foresight, muscle endurance and concentration. 

Botton line: Don’t be afraid to let kids 

explore sports that are outside the box. 

While it’s good to try a variety of activities 

and hobbies before settling into a 

specific one, it’s also possible for kids and 

teens to burn out or suffer from “activity 

exhaustion.” 

If the parent is feeling over-scheduled, 

chances are the child feels the same way. 

Having days off and time to relax between 

activities is critical for the whole family. 

The experts at kidshealth.org advise 

that if kids display signs of stress through 

crying or breakdowns, parents should 

listen to their child’s concerns, put a label 

on the source and make adjustments to 

limit further stress in the future. After all, 

extracurricular activities should be fun. 

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IMAGINE • TRY • EXPLORE 

IMAGINE: Imagine soaring over hills and racing through the autumn foliage of the county’s flourishing parks. For those looking 

to take their biking skills to the next level (literally), try out St. Charles County Parks’ Wheels Up program. These skills clinics are 

available through the fall to help riders of all ages and experience levels hone their mountain biking skills. For the full schedule 

and to register, visit stccparks.org. 

TRY: Try your hand at geocaching – a game that uses GPS coordinates to lead you to caches (typically a small box, tiny trinkets, 

or even virtual clues) for a covert treasure hunting experience. Sleuth your way along the Boone’s Lick Road GeoTrail 

that stretches 150 miles from St. Charles to Franklin along the Katy Trail, or start small by starting your quest as close as your 

neighborhood park. Head to geocaching.com for more information and to download a free app for your smart phone to access 

caches close to you. The St. Louis Area Geocachers Association (slaga.org) lists upcoming events, classes and resources to 

help you on your next adventure. 

EXPLORE: The Missouri Botanical Garden’s Japanese Festival, Sept. 4-6, offers the chance to immerse yourself in the customs 

and traditions on display during the Toyko Olympics. The event has been a local staple since 1977, and the Missouri Botanical 

Garden has one of the largest Japanese gardens in North America. The festival is a collaboration with several local Japanese- 

American organizations that provide authentic Japanese music, art, dance, food, and entertainment.



Getting the right amount of Zzz’s 



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Longer days and shorter nights are great 

for summer vacation but they can wreak 

havoc on students during those first few 

weeks back to school. 

During the summer months bedtime 

routines disappear to make room for late 

night movies, sleepovers and long, lazy 

mornings of sleeping in. But failing to get 

a sufficient amount of sleep all summer 

long can make it difficult to adjust to early 

morning alarms. 

Research shows that skipping sleep can 

be harmful. It can limit a student’s ability 

to learn, listen, concentrate and solve problems 

– all necessary skills for a positive 

and productive school year. 

The American Academy of Pediatrics 

recently issued its endorsement supporting 

the American Academy of Sleep Medicine 

(AASM) guidelines for sleep duration for 

children from infants to teens. To improve 

attention, behavior, mental and physical 

health and more, the AASM recommends 

10 to 13 hours of sleep per 24 hours for preschoolers, 

age 3 to 5 years; 9 to 12 hours 

of sleep per 24 hours for elementary and 

middle school students, age 6 to 12 years; 

and 8 to 10 hours of sleep per 24 hours 

for high school students, age 13 to 18 years. 

Children and youth often are faced with 

increasing demands on their time – from 

homework, sports and other extracurricular 

and social activities – and sleep time 

unintentionally can be cut short. The irony 

is that by failing to make sleep a priority 

children may not perform as well or have 

as good a chance of success with any of 

their other activities, no matter how much 

waking time they spend doing them. 

Important body functions and brain 

activity occur during sleep. Sleep deprivation 

is associated with increases in 

injuries, hypertension, obesity and depression, 

especially for teens who may experience 

higher risk of self-harm or suicidal 

thoughts. Sleepiness can make it hard to 

get along with family and friends, and can 

hurt scores on exams, the court or the field. 


Additionally, a brain in search of sleep will 

get it, even when it is least expected, such 

as falling asleep at the wheel or during an 

important class. 

Back to school sleep tips 

Parents looking for help in getting their 

children adjusted to the back to school sleep 

routine may wish to consider the following 

tips from the National Sleep Foundation: 

1. Gradually introduce a school appropriate 

sleep schedule about two weeks before 

school starts. Every night set an incrementally 

earlier bedtime and wake-up time so by 

the first day of school the routine is in place. 

2. Maintain the sleep schedule. Once the 

routine is established don’t vary from it by 

using the weekends to catch up on sleep. 

3. Make bedtime calm and relaxing. 

Encourage quiet time shortly before going 

to bed, either by reading aloud to young 

children or having a reading time for older 

children, so the body and mind has time to 

unwind. 

4. Limit electronic distractions. Cellphones, 

TVs and computers can stimulate 

the brain and make sleep difficult. 

5. Avoid large meals, caffeine and exercise 

within a few hours of bedtime. Food 

and exercise can interrupt normal sleep 

patterns making it difficult to fall asleep. 

Consuming caffeine close to bedtime can 

hurt sleep, so avoid coffee, tea, soda and 

chocolate late in the day so it is easy to get 

to sleep at night. 

6. Create a peaceful sleep environment. 

Make the bedroom a sleep haven. Keep it 

cool, quiet and dark to signal the body it is 

time to rest. 

7. Be a role model. Parents should establish 

their own regular sleep cycles and set 

a good example. 

The sooner a child readjusts to a school 

time sleep schedule the sooner he or she 

will feel better in the classroom. The 

school year is much more fun and productive 

when kids face each day fully rested 

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Teen cyberbullies are more likely to spend many hours each day online using 

social media apps than others… and are also more likely to be boys. 


health 

capsules 

By LISA RUSSELL 

Study probes internet use, social 

media habits of young ‘cyberbullies’ 

Teens who typically spend many hours 

a day online using social media platforms 

like Instagram, Snapchat and TikTok are 

more likely to be cyberbullies – especially 

if they are boys, a recent study suggests. 

A University of Georgia research team 

surveyed 428 adolescents between the 

ages of 13 and 19, with a nearly equal 

number of boys and girls participating. 

Young people in the study reported 

spending on average over seven hours 

online per day, and the maximum hours 

spent online in a single day was over 

12 hours. They were also assessed on a 

standardized scale that measures social 

media addiction. 

The study found that both number of 

hours per day spent online and higher 

social media addiction scores were predictive 

of cyberbullying. Another key finding 

was that adolescent boys were more likely 

to engage in cyberbullying than girls. 

“There are some people who engage 

in cyberbullying online because of the 

anonymity and the fact that there’s no 

retaliation,” explained Amanda Giordano, 

a UGA assistant professor and principal 

investigator on the study. “You have these 

adolescents who are still in the midst of 

cognitive development, but we’re giving 

them technology that has a worldwide 

audience and then expecting them to 

make good choices.” 

Cyberbullying includes many different 

types of online behavior. It may involve 

personal attacks, harassment, discriminatory 

comments, spreading false or defamatory 

information, misrepresenting oneself 

to others, spreading private information, 

social exclusion or cyberstalking. 

Because school counselors are not made 

aware of a cyberbullying incident until 

after it occurs, Giordano suggested that 

schools could implement awareness campaigns 

or support groups to give students 

a chance to talk about cyberbullying, and 

help them understand the consequences of 

their online behavior. 

“The perpetrator doesn’t get a chance to 

see how damaging their bullying is and to 

learn from their mistakes and do something 

different,” she said. “It’s a scary situation 

because they don’t have the natural consequences 

they do with offline bullying.” 

On the calendar 

Staying Home Alone, sponsored by 

BJC, is on Tuesdays, Sept. 7 and 28, from 

6:30-8 p.m. This virtual class, presented 

online via Teams Meeting, will help prepare 

the parent(s), child and family for 

times when children will be home alone. 

Materials will be delivered to class participants’ 

homes prior to class, and an online 

link to attend along with a supplies list 

will be delivered in a confirmation email. 

The cost is $25 per family. To register, 

call (314) 454-5437. 

• • • 

BJC sponsors Family and Friends 

CPR courses on Wednesdays, Sept. 8 

and 29, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. This virtual 

class, offered via Teams Meeting, uses the 

American Heart Association curriculum to 

teach hands-on CPR skills including adult 

hands-only CPR; infant/child CPR with 

breaths; introduction to adult/child AED 

use; and relief of choking in an adult, child 

or infant. Registration for a seat in this 

class is for two people. Each participating 

household will receive a CPR kit prior to 

the course date with infant and adult-size 

mannequins, class materials and a DVD 

for ongoing reference and practice (course 

Mercy launches ‘on call’ program 

St. Louis area Mercy patients who 

need care after hours and on weekends 

can now get immediate help through the 

new Mercy on Call Program. 

The free program, an expansion of Mercy’s 

Nurse on Call service, connects adult 

patients with physicians and advanced 

practice providers who serve as an extension 

of Mercy’s local care team. They can 

access a patient’s electronic health record 

to see past medical history, allergies and 

medications so they can give the best possible 

advice, which includes medication 

changes and prescriptions. 

While the Mercy on Call team may 

recommend a visit to the ER in some 

instances, many patients may be able 

to get the care they need without leaving 

their homes. That need for more 

advanced remote care grew during the 

COVID-19 pandemic, according to Dr. 

does not include certification upon completion). 

The cost is $50. Register online 

by visiting classes-events.bjc.org. 

• • • 

BJC St. Louis Children’s Hospital offers 

a Babysitting 101 class on Wednesday, 

Sept. 22 from 6-8:30 p.m. Presented virtually 

through Teams Meeting, this interactive 

class recommended for ages 10 and 

above is a great introduction to the basics 

of babysitting. A workbook, first aid kit, 

babysitter skills assessment and backpack 

will be delivered to each class participant’s 

home prior to class. The cost is $25 per 

child. Register at classes-events.bjc.org. 

• • • 

St. Luke’s Hospital offers a Living a 

Healthy Life course, with 7 weekly sessions 

on Fridays, Oct. 8-Nov. 19, from 10 

a.m.-12:30 p.m. This free online program, 

presented via Zoom, addresses chronic 

diseases such as heart disease, arthritis, 

diabetes, asthma and other. Topics include 

sleep issues, exercise, nutrition, pain management 

and more. Participants will also 

receive a free book, “Living a Healthy 

Life with Chronic Conditions.” Space is 

limited; registration is required by visiting 

bit.ly/SLHHealthyLife or stlukes-stl.com. 

Justin Huynh, vice president of population 

health at Mercy. 

“Patients were looking for more virtual 

care,” Huynh said. “We quickly delivered 

with even more video visit options, 

but sometimes a phone call is faster 

and easier for patients – especially late 

at night or on weekends. Nurse on Call 

has always been busy for that reason, so 

adding physicians and advanced care 

providers to expand capabilities of the 

team made complete sense.” 

For adult patients, calls made to Mercy 

primary care offices after hours and on 

weekends are automatically now sent to 

Mercy on Call. Mercy’s Nurse on Call 

service still handles after-hours requests 

for pediatric patients, backed by on-call 

physicians, but work is underway to add 

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ARTS & CRAFT FAIRS 

David Johnson: It Can Be This Way 

Always is on display through Sunday, Aug. 

22 at the Foundry Art Centre, 520 N. Main 

Center in Saint Charles. A 13-year photo 

series of the Kerrville Folk Festival in 

Central Texas – an annual event that has 

been in existence since 1972. For details, 

visit foundryartcentre.org. 

• • • 

Bridget Murphy Milligan Wondertales: 

The Imprint of Child’s Play is on 

display through Sunday, Aug. 22 at the 

Foundry Art Centre, 520 N. Main Center in 

Saint Charles. An art exhibition celebrating 

the spirit and complexity of childhood, 

investigating the inventive play and curiosity 

of children. Visit foundryartcentre.org. 

• • • 

Beale Street Market is from 5-8 p.m. 

the first Wednesday of each month in 

September at Streets of St. Charles, 1650 

Beale Street. An annual market series featuring 

unique art and homegrown foods. 

For details, visit discoverstcharles.com. 

• • • 

Fall into Arts is from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 

on Sunday, Sept. 26 at O’Day Park, 1000 

O’Day Park Drive in O’Fallon. Artists will 

exhibit and sell their work. Also featured is 

craft beer and wine tastings, artisan food 

vendors and live music at O’Day Amphitheater. 

The event is free and open to the public. 

BENEFITS 

A ‘90s Trivia Night is at 7 p.m. (doors 

open at 6:30) on Friday, Aug. 27 at the 

Krekel Civic Center, 305 Civic Park 

Drive in O’Fallon. Teams of up to eight 

players are welcome. Dress for the 

theme and bring table decorations. Visit 

renaudcenter.com/calendar/. 

• • • 

The Celebrate America Social Dance 

is from 6:30-11 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 11 

at Dardenne Prairie Hall, 2199 Post Road 

in Dardenne Prairie. Sponsored by the K 

of C Ladies Auxiliary 2273. Dancing, door 

prizes, raffles and more. Cost is a donation 

of $20 per person. Snacks, draft beer, soda 

and water included. Proceeds go to charities 

like Adopt-a-Family, Volunteers in 

Medicine, Quilts of Valor and more. Contact 

Shirley at (314) 795-5577 or Lisa at 

(314) 566-0725 for tickets. 

• • • 

Pool Paws Dog Swim is from 9:30- 

11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 11 at Alligator’s 

Creek Aquatic Center, 403 Civic 

Park Drive in O’Fallon. An annual dog 

swim benefitting the Missouri Alliance for 

Animal Legislation. Enjoy raffles, games, 

vendors, trainers and a more. Registration 

can be purchased at the door or in advance. 

Visit renaudcenter.com. 

• • • 

Assumption Fall Festival is from 3-11 

p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 16 and from 11 

a.m.-6 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 17 at Assumption 

Parish, 403 N. Main St. in O’Fallon. 

Enjoy live music, haunted hayrides, food, 

beverages, games, inflatables, 50/50 raffles, 

and plenty of crafts. Admission is free; 

all are welcome to attend. Funds go toward 

the church. 

FAMILY & KIDS 

Airbag Open Jump Times are from 6-8 

p.m. on Fridays, Aug. 20, Sept. 17 and Oct. 

15 at Kinetic Park, 7801 Town Square Ave. 

in Dardenne Prairie. Cost is $20 per session. 

Register at stccparks.org or call (636) 949- 

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• • • 

Summer Sendoff is at 2 p.m. on Sunday, 

Aug. 29 at O’Day Park, 1000 O’Day Park 

Drive in O’Fallon. Celebrate the end of 

summer with a food truck picnic, inflatables 

and live entertainment. Includes food 

trucks and family-friendly magic and 

comedy with Chef Bananas. 

• • • 

Paddleboarding Summer Lessons are 

from 10-11:30 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 5 at The 

Park at New Melle Lakes, 400 Foristell 

Road in Wentzville. Learn to cross the 

25-acre lake. Cost $10 each; pre-registration 

required. Ages 12 and older. Visit 

bit.ly/2021PaddleboardingLessonsit for 

reservations. 

• • • 

“The True and Incredible Story of Clara 

Brown” performed by parks interpreter and 

storyteller Angela daSilva is at 1:15 p.m. and 

3:15 p.m. on Sundays, Sept. 12 and Nov. 14 

at The Historic Daniel Boone Home, 1868 

Hwy. F in Defiance. The programs are free, 

but pre-registration is required. To reserve a 

seat, visit stccparks.org and click on “Activity 

Registration” or call (636) 798-2005. 

• • • 

Old-Fashioned Hayrides are available 

from 6-9 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 17 through 

Sunday, Oct. 31 at Broemmelsiek Park, 

1615 Schwede Road in Wentzville. Take a 

45-minute scenic hayride through the park, 

then snuggle up to a glowing campfire for 

an hour with your group to roast treats. 

Cost is $125 per wagon. Pre-registration 

is required. Call (636) 949-7535 for more 

information and to reserve a wagon. 

• • • 

A corn maze is open from 7 a.m. to 30 

minutes past sunset daily from Friday, Aug. 

27 through Sunday, Nov. 28 at Broemmelsiek 

Park, 1615 Schwede Road in Wentzville. 

Explore a 3-acre corn maze. Free and 

open to the public. 

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Massa’s Winghaven – A happening place for food and fun 

By SUZANNE CORBETT 

Jack Massa, owner of Massa’s of 

course!, doesn’t play favorites. He loves 

all five of his Massa’s locations – Ballwin, 

Bridgeton, St. Charles, Town & Country 

and Winghaven. (See massasofcourse. 

com for details on each location.) 

“Each place is a little different, but not 

by much. They all have chandeliers and 

Marilyn (Monroe) on the wall somewhere,” 

Jack said, explaining that the 

dining room’s signature décor elements 

were created by his brother and business 

partner, Bill, who passed in December. 

“The menu (at each restaurant) is practically 

the same with just a few differences, 

which depends on what’s in the kitchen 

– stuff like deep fryers, and whether or not 

they’re open for lunch.” 

For instance, Massa’s Winghaven is 

open for lunch, offering an impressive list 

of specials ringing up at under ten bucks. 

Each is generously dished and served 

with a salad or side. It’s a real deal and 

chance to savor a few of the restaurant’s 

Massa’s of course! 

greatest plates, such as its signature Cannelloni 

– the top seller on both the lunch 

and dinner menus at all Massa’s’ locations. 

On the lunch menu you’ll find surprises 

such as a creamy Seafood Casserole 

– shell noodles, scallops, shrimp 

and clams baked with Alfredo sauce and 

Provel cheese. It’s a dish only available 

at lunch. 

Tony Massa, Jack’s son, oversees Winghaven. 

Following in the restaurateur footsteps 

of his dad and uncle, Tony adds his 

own surprises to the lunch menu with his 

pasta of the day pick. When Cajun Pasta 

is featured it’s like winning the culinary 

lottery. Think of it as Cajun surf and turf 

– chicken and shrimp tossed with a spicy 

Cajun cream sauce, laced with roasted red 

peppers and ladled on penne pasta. 

“Our Cajun Pasta is hard to resist. Not 

too spicy but with a little zing,” Jack said. 

“It’s made with our own custom blend of 

Cajun spices – McCarthy Spice – the best 

there is. We spent hours together mixing 

and tasting until we got it just right.” 

Lunch specials are served 11 a.m.-3 

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p.m.; then, it’s dinner 

time, which is especially 

pleasurable on one of 

Winghaven’s patios. 

“People love the patios, 

and they’re not a sidewalk 

with tables. We have two 

great patios with lake 

views. One is covered so 

you don’t have to worry 

about the rain,” Jack said. 

“It’s a happening place, 

especially when we have 

music.” 

DJs provide music on 

Tuesday, Friday and Saturday 

nights. Diners can 

enjoy great entertainment 

while indulging in one of 

Massa’s’ fabled entrees, Pepe Medallions 

such as Chicken Bianco 

and Pepe Medallions. The recipes for both 

were created by Jack and Bill back in the 

‘70s when they first began their culinary 

journey. Both dishes remain customer 

favorites today. 

Another core recipe that’s on the menu 

at all locations is the house salad dressing. 

A Massa original that was created by 

Jack’s wife and elevates the side salad 

to a masterpiece of greens. It’s the perfect 

complement to any of the 14 pastas 

available, or one of Massa’s’ exceptional 

pizzas, which are custom made, St. Louis 

style. 

Appetizers and shareable plates – Seafood 

Stuffed Portabellas, Toasted Artichoke 

Hearts, and Wings – are great when 

served with cool libations. 

From apps at the bar to dinner on the 

patio, Jack said, “We have it all right here.” 

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PLACES 

European Wax Center recently celebrated 

the grand opening of its newest St. 

Charles County location on Aug. 3. The 

new Wentzville location, 1974 Wentzville 

Parkway, is the first European Wax Center 

in the area to offer facial and bikini services 

for men and women. The location is owned 

by Brad and Andrea Frame and Dennis and 

Emily Lowery, who also own the four other 

locations in Chesterfield, Cottleville, Ladue 

and Richmond Heights. 

• • • 

StudyMetrix, 3862 Mexico 

Road in St. Peters, recently celebrated 

its fifth anniversary with 

a ribbon cutting ceremony on 

Thursday, Aug. 5. StudyMetrix is 

a privately-owned, independent 

research clinic qualified to conduct 

Phase II-IV clinical trials, in 

the Greater St. Charles area. 

• • • 

The Bross Brothers Log Cabin, 

located at 5366 Main St. in Cottleville, 

recently celebrated its grand reopening 

with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The cabin 

is available for rent for occasions such as 

weddings or company retreats. 

• • • 

Chuck’s Hot Chicken has officially 

opened a new location at 2758 Hwy. K in 

O’Fallon. Offerings include their signature 

Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich at varying 

heat levels, from mild to extra hot. Pick-up 

and curbside options also are available. 

COMMUNITY CARE 

Sts. Joachim and Ann Care Service 

in St. Peters received a grant for $10,000 

from Bayer Fund, which will be used to 

purchase food for the agency’s weekly 

Client Choice Food Pantry. In 2020, Bayer 

Fund awarded more than $17 million to 

over 3,400 charitable and nonprofit organizations 

to help address essential needs in 

food and nutrition, STEM education and 

community development. 

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Dr. Timothy Smith, his staff, family and friends celebrating the fifth 

anniversary of StudyMetrix in St. Peters. 

(Source: GSTCCC) 

The Greater St. Charles County Chamber 

of Commerce’s Lunch with Leaders meeting 

is from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Wednesday, 

Sept. 18 at Water’s Edge Banquet Center, 

200 Salt Lick Road in St. Peters. Celebrate 

American Business Women’s Day. Connects 

and attends panels from local female 

business owners and entrepreneurs. Cost is 

$30 for members and $35 for guests. Register 

early to receive $5 early registration 

discount. Register at gstccc.com. 

• • • 

The O’Fallon Chamber of 

Commerce and Industries holds 

its membership luncheon from 

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. on Tuesday, 

Sept. 24 at Dance Pizazz, 6722 

Hwy. N. Registration is $20 in 

advance; $25 after the Friday 

before the event and includes 

lunch. Preregistration is required 

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EVENTS, from page 36 

FESTIVALS & CONCERTS 

Festival of the Little Hills is from 

4-10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 20; 9:30 a.m.-10 

p.m. Saturday, Aug. 21; and 9:30 a.m.-5 

p.m. Sunday, Aug. 22 along Main Street 

in Historic Saint Charles. Over 300 arts 

and crafts vendors, craft demonstrations 

and antiques dealers are featured along 

with over 50 not-for-profit organizations 

providing a selection of culinary offerings. 

Visit festivalofthelittlehills.com. 

• • • 

The Dardenne Prairie Summer Concert 

& Food Truck Rally runs from 7-10 

p.m. on the third Friday of the month at 

City Hall Park, 2032 Hanley Road. Bring 

lawn chairs. Concessions available. Trixie 

Delight is featured on Aug. 20. 

• • • 

Sunset Fridays returns to 370 Lakeside 

Park on Aug. 27 for in-person concerts. Concerts 

are planned for Sept. 3 and Sept. 10. 

Visit stpetersmo.net for the list of entertainers. 

• • • 

Food Truck Fusion is from 2-4 p.m. 

on Sunday, Aug. 29 at O’Day Park, 1000 

O’Day Park Drive in O’Fallon. Features 

family-friendly magic and comedy with 

Chef Bananas. 

• • • 

The New Town Concert Series continues 

with Encore Band from 7-10 p.m. on 

Saturday, Sept. 4 at the New Town Amphitheater, 

3312 Rue Royale in Saint Charles. 

Visit discoverstcharles.com. 

• • • 

The Beale Street Concert Series is from 

6-8 p.m. the second Wednesday of each 

month through October at Streets of Saint 

Charles, 1650 Beale St. Dr. Zhivegas performs 

on Wednesday, Sept. 8. Bring lawn 

chairs. No rain dates, coolers, outside food or 

beverages. Details at discoverstcharles.com. 

• • • 

Music on Main is from 5-7 p.m. on 

Wednesday, Sept. 15 at 100 N. Main St. in 

Saint Charles with Butch Wax & the Hollywoods. 

Free outdoor concerts will be 

held third Wednesday of the month from 

May through September in the 100-200 

blocks of Main Street. Bring lawn chairs. 

Visit discoverstcharles.com. 

SPECIAL INTEREST 

The St. Charles County Pachyderm 

Club hosts public speakers at noon on Fridays 

at JJ’s Restaurant, 200 Fort Zumwalt 

Square, O’Fallon. The Aug. 20 speaker is 

Dr. Mary Byrne, co-founding member of 

Missouri Coalition Against Common Core, 

on the “Critical Race Theory Exposed.” 

All are welcome. For more information 

visit sccpachyderms.org. 

• • • 

Missouri Bicentennial Historical 

Lecture Series continues from 6-7 p.m. 

on Wednesday Aug. 25 at the St. Peters 

Heritage Museum, 1630 Heritage Landing. 

Attendance limited to 20 per lecture. Visit 

bit.ly/2021BicentennialLectureSeries to 

reserve a seat. 

• • • 

The 22nd Annual Sip and Savor St. 

Charles County Taste Event if from 5-8 

p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 2 at 370 Lakeside 

Park in St. Peters. Sipping wine or brews 

while sampling local barbecue, gourmet 

pizza, pasta, desserts and more. Local 

entertainment will include acoustic sets 

from three different artists. Tickets are $35 

and are available online at FoodFest370. 

com; ticket pricing will increase to $40 the 

week of the event. Group ticket pricing is 

also available for those purchasing 10 or 

more tickets together in advance. 

• • • 

The St. Charles County Golden Games 

are from Sept. 17-23. Events are held at 

facilities throughout St. Charles County. 

The Golden Games include individual, 

doubles, and team competition and are 

open to anyone who will be 50 years old in 

2021. Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals are 

awarded to top finishers in each age group. 

For registration forms and a list of event 

locations, visit scc-goldengames.org. 

• • • 

A 150th Anniversary Mass and 

Grand Reception is from 5-8 p.m. on 

Saturday, Sept. 18 at Assumption Parish, 

403 N. Main St. in O’Fallon. The gathering 

will feature a large reception area 

with entertainment and food. Complimentary 

finger sandwiches, a variety 

of appetizers and fruit, a birthday cake, 

beer and wine, and non-alcoholic drinks 

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