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We’re not just in your neighborhood. 

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. 

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Urban Renewal and Education and host of 

the weekly television show “Cure America 

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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 

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. 

• • • 

Jackie Gingrich Cushman is a syndicated 

columnist for Creators Syndicate and the 

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Local resident to head 

United Way campaign 

United Way of Greater St. Louis 

announced today that Creve Coeur resident 

Jamie Moore, vice president of global product 

marketing for MiTek Incorporated, will 

serve as chair for its West Region’s annual 

community campaign. 

“By supporting a network of diverse, 

high-performing local nonprofits, United 

Way works to address a wide breadth of 

needs and challenges that our neighbors 

face, which in turn strengthens the community 

as a whole,” Moore said. “Leading 

the campaign efforts for the West Region, I 

look forward to engaging with other individuals 

and companies in an effort to build 

a healthier region.” 

Moore joined MiTek in 2019 and plays 

a key role in positioning the company as 

a valued partner to transform the building 

process and enable broader adoption 

of advanced offsite construction components. 

He started his career at Dow 

Corning Canada in 1991, where he held 

diverse positions from sales and marketing 

to product management and commercial 

leadership. 

Moore’s support of United Way began 25 

years ago as an active participant in Dow 

Corning Corporation’s annual company 

campaign. He went on to serve as a volunteer 

for United Way Great Lakes – Bay 

Region’s Loaned Executive program, serving 

as a United Way ambassador to local 

retail business leaders. Between 2008 and 

2016 he served as the company’s campaign 

chair or co-chair for several years. After 

moving to St. Louis in 2019, he joined the 

West Region’s Board of Directors. 

“This year’s campaign will be crucial to 

laying a strong foundation for our neighbors 

and the entire region to rebuild and move 

forward after the impacts of the COVID- 

19 crisis,” said Michelle Tucker, president 

and CEO of United Way of Greater St. 

Louis. “We are grateful for Jamie’s support 

of United Way and are confident he will 

be a strong leader as we work together to 

make our community healthier and more 

equitable for all.” 

Jamie holds a master’s degree in business 

administration from the University of 

Michigan and a bachelor’s degree in chemical 

engineering from the University of 

Toronto. He remains active as a supporter 

of organizations that focus on serving children 

and disadvantaged individuals. 

United Way’s West Region serves Western 

St. Louis, St. Charles, Warren and Lincoln 

counties. 

Jewish Family Services receives 

grant to prevent child abuse 

Jewish Family Services (JFS) received 

a $200,000 grant over two years from 

the Tilles Foundation, which is dedicated 

to finding the most effective and impactful 

ways to help children in the Greater St. 

Louis Region through innovative charitable 

investments. The grant will support 

JFS’ Child Abuse Prevention Program 

(CAPP) and its expansion to serve more 

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The grant will enable the current program 

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CHESTERFIELD 

City to seek grant for 

Logan Park Phase 2 

Having been successful with its first 

grant application for Logan Park, the city 

of Chesterfield is ready to submit a grant 

application for Phase 2 of its development 

to the St. Louis County Municipal Park 

Grants program. The 12-acre park property 

at 1851 Schoettler Road is near the south 

campus entrance of Logan University. 

The cost estimate for Phase 2 is $665,000. 

The grant request is for $525,000, resulting 

in $140,000 as the local share, according to 

Tom McCarthy, the city’s director of parks, 

recreation and arts. 

Included in the grant request are an 

8-foot-wide concrete trail around the park, 

two pickleball courts, a large native planting 

area with educational signage, additional 

bench and shade structures at the 

playground, and picnic tables. 

McCarthy explained that the trail would 

go north through Logan’s property and the 

Greenleaf Valley subdivision. 

“This has been on the city’s trail and 

connectivity plan for a long time,” he said. 

“At this time the parks department is still 

exploring sidewalk connectivity at Schoettler 

to the trail system at Logan Park.” 

The city received a $525,000 St. Louis 

County Municipal Park grant for Phase 1 

of the project that includes the installation 

of a playground, pavilion, restrooms and a 

parking lot. 

McCarthy said the park’s construction is 

currently going through an approval process 

of the Metropolitan Sewer District. 

By the fall, he expects the bathroom and 

playground to be completed, with the parking 

lot installed closer to winter. A groundbreaking 

for Phase 1 is scheduled for 5 p.m. 

on Monday, Aug. 16 at the park site. 

The city has received 13 grants over the 

years in the amount of $3.3 million for its 

parks, McCarthy said. 

At the Aug. 2 meeting, the City Council 

authorized the parks department to submit 

the grant application for Phase 2 of Logan 

Park. 

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intending to pursue the athletic training 

profession, Logan University and Missouri 

Baptist University have entered into an 

articulated program agreement that allows 

students to earn their bachelor’s degree in 

exercise science from MBU and their master’s 

degree in athletic training from Logan 

in a total of five years. Additionally, the 

agreement provides Logan students with 

the opportunity to complete some of their 

clinical hours working with MBU athletics. 

According to the Bureau of Labor and 

Statistics, the athletic training profession is 

forecast to grow 16% between 2019-2029, 

four times higher than the predicted average 

growth of all professions over the same 

period. 

ST. LOUIS COUNTY 

County officials seek 

alternative to YouTube 

For the past several months, St. Louis 

County Council meetings have been livestreamed 

on YouTube. This accommodation 

was made after many frustrating 

months working with Zoom calls and a 

variety of IT-related missteps during the 

COVID-19 pandemic. But the county’s 

relationship with the global platform 

(owned by Google) hit a bump recently 

when YouTube temporarily suspended 

the county council’s account. The account 

was “flagged” for “misleading information” 

regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, 

which is something YouTube and other 

major internet platforms have been cracking 

down on. 

Although the suspension was temporary 

and only lasted a few hours, some county 

leaders believe it’s time to look for alternative 

ways to broadcast the council meetings. 

Council member Mark Harder (R-District 

7) sent a letter on Aug. 6 to the county’s 

IT director requesting a continuation of 

“your investigation of alternative hosting 

sites ...” 

Harder noted in his letter that this is not 

the first time YouTube has “censored” the 

content of a governing body or an elected 

official. After citing several examples, he 

urged the IT director to move diligently to 

propose alternatives to the council. 

For Harder, the issue is not merely one of 

convenience but a question of the council’s 

legal responsibility. 

“I believe continuing to rely on YouTube 

to be our video hosting platform for this 

purpose puts us at risk of non-compliance





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with (the state’s) Sunshine Law.” 

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 

Friday, Sept. 3. 

The public is invited to attend the tournament. 

Tickets can be purchased at 

ascensioncharityclassic.com. Two types 

of weekly admission options are available, 

a Clubhouse ticket as well as a Grounds 

ticket. Daily tickets also are offered with 

prices starting at $20. Children and youth 

ages 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. 

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areas. 

• Pursuing federal, state and nonprofit 

grant opportunities to fund aggressive and 

comprehensive updates to county infrastructure, 

fleet and climate education programs. 

• And partnering with municipalities, 

agencies and other key stakeholders to 

increase collaboration on environmentally 

friendly infrastructure projects and to promote 

and implement solutions that better 

prepare and protect local communities. 

The deadline for applications is Friday, 

Aug. 27. 

Northwood Hills Country Club will host the Ascension Charity Classic, Sept. 6-12. 

(Lou Countryman photo) 

County seeks director 

of sustainability 

St. Louis County Executive Dr. Sam Page 

announced Monday, Aug. 9 that the county 

is seeking qualified candidates for the new 

position of director of sustainability. 

“The climate crisis poses an existential 

threat to our region and world,” Page said 

in a press statement. “St. Louis County 

government is taking a lead role in the 

local response to this challenge and we will 

look to our new director of sustainability to 

help us shape environmentally responsible 

policies and practices.” 

The position will report to the county 

executive and will support the administration’s 

goal of reducing carbon emissions, 

efficiently using land and water, and 

empowering environmental stewardship 

throughout the county. 

Objectives for the new role include: 

• Developing a comprehensive Climate 

Action Plan that includes measurable 

climate-related goals and actions to attain 

carbon neutrality. 

• Integrating climate smart solutions 

and implementing adaptation projects 

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St. Louis County Council postpones mask mandate vote until September 

By JEFFREY BRICKER 

Despite the advice of St. Louis County 

health officials and the caution of the 

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 

(CDC), a proposed mask mandate for 

indoor public venues failed to garner the 

majority support needed by the County 

Council during an Aug. 10 meeting. Only 

two members of the council, Lisa Clancy 

(D-District 5) and Kelli Dunaway (D-District 

2), voted in favor of the measure. 

Clancy was the bill’s sponsor. 

“I’ve been brought to tears seeing people 

pack into our chambers spouting dangerous 

falsehoods about masks and vaccines,” 

Clancy said during the meeting. “(They’ve) 

been whipped up into a froth believing that 

wearing a mask to protect fellow St. Louis 

Countians is tyranny ... striking to me is 

focus on individual freedoms and no talk 

about what it means to live together as 

neighbors in a community.” 

Clancy also noted that in past weeks 

the majority of council members had said 

that they took exception to “the process” 

that the Department of Public Health and 

County Executive Dr. Sam Page had followed 

in initially issuing an indoor mask 

mandate on Aug. 2. The process bypassed 

the county council. At the same time, many 

on the council indicated that they were not 

opposed to “the policy.” After a court issued 

a temporary restraining order preventing 

enforcement of the controversial mandate 

through Aug. 17, Clancy challenged her 

colleagues to support a proposed indoor 

mask mandate brought forth by her without 

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further objection to the process. 

Dunaway noted that council chair Rita 

Heard Days (D-District 1) asked, outside 

of the meeting, that the vote on Clancy’s 

mandate be withheld until a Committee 

of the Whole could be held. According 

to Dunaway, that hearing is scheduled for 

Sept. 7. She called that proposal a move 

of “playing politics” and said the issue 

couldn’t wait another month before a vote. 

The proposal’s failure will be heralded 

as a victory for those outspoken advocates 

of “personal freedoms,” including council 

member Ernie Trakas (R-District 6) who 

vowed at an earlier meeting to “never” vote 

for a mandatory mask requirement. 

“There is no sound (reason) to proceed 

to perfect this legislation tonight,” Trakas 

said before the vote. “ ... the citizens of St. 

Louis County are sick and tired of government 

overreach and control of their lives. 

That’s what this mandate is really about.” 

He noted that the original mandate was 

still to be considered by the court. 

Council member Tim Fitch (R-District 3) 

cited a state law that requires any violation 

of a health mandate passed by the county 

government is a misdemeanor under the 

law. According to Fitch, the punishment 

could be as much as a $2,000 fine and a 

year in jail. 

“That’s a non-starter for me, Madam 

Chair,” Fitch said, indicating he would 

oppose the bill. 

In stark contrast to Fitch’s comments 

were those of more than 200 local health- 

See COUNTY COUNCIL, page 14 

Chesterfield to seek additional input on Wilson Avenue improvements 

By CATHY LENNY 

The Chesterfield City Council postponed 

a budget transfer amount of $320,000 for 

engineering design services of Wilson 

Avenue to allow for more public input. 

The estimated $320,000 would fund 

roadway design plans, project specifications, 

a construction cost estimate and 

additional services. A Transportation 

Improvement Program (TIP) grant application 

is being proposed for 2022. The city 

previously pursued a TIP grant to recoup 

up to 70% of the costs associated with 

realigning the roadway and addressing the 

safety deficiencies; however, that grant 

was denied. 

The total project cost is estimated at 

$4.25 million. 

The city was notified on May 17 that its 

grant submittal was not recommended for 

funding as it did not meet the cost/benefit 

threshold established by the East-West 

Gateway Council of Governments, which 

administers the TIP. 

To qualify for future grant funding, the 

city would have to limit and better define 

the scope of the project in order to reduce 

costs, Jim Eckrich, director of public 

works, said. Additionally, the city would 

have to consider increasing the local match, 

which was previously submitted at 30%. 

In June, the Planning and Public 

Works Committee determined that 

the optimal way to do this would be 

to set the project limits from Wild 

Horse Creek Road to just south of the 

road’s “S-curve.” It would address the 

deficiencies at the Wild Horse Creek 

Road intersection, which nearly 

everyone agrees needs improvement, 

Eckrich said. 

The proposed scope of the work 

would include the replacement of 

the failing culvert within the S-curve. 

Drainage would be accommodated 

via roadside ditches and curb/gutter 

where necessary. The revision also 

would reduce the length of the project 

from 3,000 feet to 1,400 feet, stopping 

it well short of the road’s potential 

tie-in at Baxter Crossing Lane, which 

was the most controversial part of the 

previous grant submittal. 

The grant application would include 

a new asphalt roadway section with appropriately 

sized lanes and paved shoulders 

and a shared-use path for cyclists and 

pedestrians, Eckrich said. 

According to Eckrich, Wilson Avenue 

would be realigned through the S-curve 

at a horizontal curvature that meets roadway 

standards. 

In order to successfully acquire a grant, 

Chesterfield plans to seek additional input for 

improvements to Wilson Avenue (shown above) before 

proceeding with an engineering study. 

(Photo: West Newsmagazine) 

the city would need to complete a preliminary 

design plan of the improvements in 

order to obtain a more detailed construction 

cost estimate, Eckrich said. After speaking 

to a reputable engineering firm familiar 

with the project, he said he received a 

design cost estimate of $320,000. 

At the city council’s Aug. 2 meeting, 

several residents addressed the council 

via Zoom and email regarding the Wilson 

Avenue improvements. Most were in 

favor. 

A resident of the Wilson Creek 

subdivision, Don Imholz said he is 

keenly aware of the traffic and accidents 

along Wilson Avenue and the 

condition of the roadway. He said he 

is not against modest improvements, 

including a slightly wider road with 

shoulders, increasing the turning 

radius at Wilson’s intersection with 

Wildhorse Creek Road, getting rid 

of the dangerous utility poles and 

the hump near that intersection, and 

fixing the culvert, even if that means 

straightening out the S-curve. However, 

he believes additional public 

input is needed. He said there has 

been minimal public input except for 

a city-issued survey, which was negative 

toward improvements. 

“The comment section ran three to 

one against major changes, with residents 

repeatedly pleading to maintain the 

character of the current roadway,” Imholz 

pointed out. 

Resident John Hammond also welcomes 

the proposed improvements, stating that 

for more than 38 years he has had to endure 

the idiosyncrasies of North Wilson Road. 

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History On The Move: One-room schoolhouse en route to Faust Park 

By JESSICA MESZAROS 

A 127-year-old one-room school cabin is 

getting a new home in Chesterfield. 

A structure previously known as African 

School No. 4 in the Chesterfield School 

District is being relocated from its current 

location on private land on Wild Horse 

Creek Road, where it served as a one-car 

garage, to the Historic Village at Chesterfield’s 

Faust Park. According to St. Louis 

County, the property is being donated by 

Muwafaq Abdel Baset. 

African School No. 4 with its logs tagged and numbered so they can 

be put back together in the correct order when the schoolhouse is 

moved to Faust Park. 

(Source: St. Louis County Parks) 

Along with its relocation, the structure is 

also slated to be restored via a collaborative 

effort by St. Louis County Parks and 

the St. Louis County Parks Foundation, a 

non-profit volunteer organization created 

to support and promote the facilities, programs, 

capital improvements and resources 

of the county’s parks system. The actual 

relocation, which will be accomplished by 

dismantling the structure, has a cost of an 

estimated $15,000, with an added $20,000 

being sought for the restoration. 

The schoolhouse was constructed in 

1894 and stands today 

as the only known 

surviving log African- 

American school in 

St. Louis County. The 

schoolhouse remained 

in use by local teachers 

and students until 

1950. 

“This is the oldest 

African American 

schoolhouse in Missouri, 

and it is important 

to keep its legacy 

of students and teachers 

alive for current 

and future generations 

to see and experience in person,” 

Mark Ohlendorf, president of the 

St. Louis County Parks Foundation, 

said. “The building has fallen 

into disrepair, and the current 

property owner wants to donate it 

to Faust Park to preserve the history 

of the area.” 

Former substitute teacher 

Doris Frazier, who is 90 years 

old, returned to the school for the 

occasion and to revisit the building 

where she used to provide 

African American children living 

in the Chesterfield area with an 

education. 

Frazier has been a prominent 

individual in local history. In 

addition to touring the U.S. as a gospel 

singer, she also made a name for herself 

by performing on local television shows, 

teaching piano and spearheading multiple 

efforts to save the Westland Acres community 

in West St. Louis County, where she 

raised her six children with her late husband, 

Clifford. 

She described moving from her previous 

home in Maplewood to the more rural 

Westland Acres community near Chesterfield 

as “night and day.” 

Former teacher Doris Frazier shares what it was like to fit 

20 students into the 15-foot by 19-foot school. 

(Source: St. Louis County Parks) 

“We didn’t have transportation; we didn’t 

have bus service. In fact, all the kids went 

to one school,” Frazier told West Newsmagazine 

in a previous interview. 

After spending some time working for 

a human development corporation in St. 

Louis County, Frazier began using her 

experience to further develop the growing 

community of Westland Acres, which 

included fighting for the expansion of its 

one-room schoolhouse. 

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The Wildwood City Council gave final 

approval to the Town Center Plan update, 

designed to create a new community where 

residents and visitors can gather to live, 

work and play. 

Developed under the philosophy of New 

Urbanism, the development consists of 

commercial and higher-density residential 

projects. 

Although the concept for Town Center 

was initiated 23 years ago, the city’s department 

of planning began the process for 

an update in 2018 with a group of 18 volunteers 

representing residents, business 

owners, developers and property owners. 

The update team created an improved plan, 

particularly in terms of the designations of 

properties located within Town Center’s 

boundary, and updated standards and guidelines 

to current trends, with a process that 

involved over 24 months of review, Joe 

Vujnich, director of planning and parks, said. 

Completing the update process in 

December, the team forwarded its report 

to the Planning and Zoning Commission 

(P&Z), which held a public hearing on the 

updated plan in February. 

The updated plan includes changes to the 

Town Center Boundary Map (two expansions), 

prioritization of roadways as part of 

the Street Network Map, the creation of a 

new Neighborhood Edge Transition landuse 

district, updates in the permitted and 

allowable land uses in each district, and 

revisions to the standards and regulations 

of the plan, Vujnich said. 

In June, P&Z made some changes to 

the document. The city’s Master Plan also 

was modified, ratifying changes to the city 

charter’s Comprehensive Zoning Plan. 

The council held a public hearing on 

June 28 to get input on the updated plan, 

which was given final approval at the Aug. 

9 meeting. Only council member Debra 

Smith McCutchen (Ward 5) voted against 

the update. In addition, the council gave 

final approval for a shared-use path on Old 

State Road. 

The new 10-foot wide shared-use path 

will run along the west side of Old State 

Road, between Nantucket Meadows Drive 

and Old State Place, and includes a connection 

to Waterfront Way. The shared-use 

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Five-Year Capital Improvement Program. 

According to Rick Brown, director of 

public works, the city was approved for 

federal funding for the project in an amount 

not to exceed $1.12 million, or 80% of the 

total estimated project cost of $1.4 million, 

under the Transportation Alternatives 

Funds Program. The funding agreement, 

managed by the Missouri Highways and 

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While serving as a teacher at the school, 

Frazier and other educators were tasked 

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the 15-by-19-foot space. 

“I think it’s to make people aware of 

some of the things we had to go through 

as Black people to get an education and 

the conditions we had just to get an eighth 

grade education,” Frazier said. 

Despite its use for other purposes since 

1950, the schoolhouse still bears markers 

of its past, such as black specks of paint 

where the chalkboards used to be. On the 

windowsills, old school books that were 

damaged in the Flood of ‘93 still remain. 

According to St. Louis County, it is 

unknown when the school was sold and 

turned into a garage. 

Within Faust Park, the schoolhouse is 

slated to be placed near the historic Alt 

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Faust Historic Village in Faust Park. 

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care professionals who, in a digitally 

signed letter, issued a unified recommendation 

to reinstate the indoor mandate. 

“In some areas of the state, we are seeing 

hospitalization rates higher than those in 

the original stages of the pandemic and we 

anticipate this will also be the case in St. 

Louis County in the coming days/weeks if 

we do not take significant steps to try to mitigate 

transmission in our community,” the 

letter stated. “As a result, we strongly urge 

the St. Louis County Council to reinstate a 

mask mandate so that, as a community, we 

can mitigate further spread of the virus.” 

The healthcare professionals behind the 

letter warned of a return to the dark days of 

the peak of the pandemic if steps were not 

taken immediately. 

“Without a mask mandate, our healthcare 

system is fighting a losing battle, and 

as we have seen with other places around 

the country, a return to in-person school 

will be harder to maintain. Without a mask 

mandate, hospitals will continue to be 

overwhelmed and patients will suffer and 

more people in our community will die, 

needlessly ... ” 

But the advice of those healthcare professionals 

didn’t hold enough weight to win 

over the majority of the council. Instead, 

the will of the enthusiastic crowd, which 

packed the council chamber again on Aug. 

10 and included 50 speakers, won over the 

day. Every public speaker was greeted 

with applause, while the crowd booed and 

hissed at those they disagreed with, including 

Page. 

During the meeting, Days seemed to have 

a flimsy grip on decorum and order at best. 

However this time, all meeting attendees 

were given handouts reminding them of the 

council’s rules on respect and proper behavior. 

If the handout was intended to reign in 

the often raucous behavior of those against 

face masks, it had limited visible effects. 

After the vote, Days and council member 

Shalonda Webb (D-District 4) both pledged 

that the dialogue and debate over indoor 

mask usage were not over. 

“I think it’s important that we have accurate 

information on what we are talking 

about,” Days said, encouraging Clancy and 

other members of the council to be prepared 

to further debate the merit of face masks at 

the Committee of the Whole on Sept. 7. 

Days insisted the dialogue with public 

health officials was a critical part of the 

process. She echoed what has been a 

common theme regarding the handling 

of the COVID-19 crisis by Page and his 

administration. Namely, that the council 

has been left out of the loop on major 

policy decisions and not given enough 

insight into the rationale when decisions 

are made without them. Days indicated 

that she is determined to open a more clear 

line of communication between the county 

executive and the council. 

“We have not had that for nearly two 

years,” Days said. 

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“For all that time, the many accidents, 

downed power lines and road closures 

have been a real nuisance,” Hammond 

said. “The proposed project would lessen 

the effect of some of these hazards for a 

reasonable cost.” 

Hammond said he would like to hear 

from those who oppose the project because 

most of them don’t experience these problems 

personally with a 24-hour a day exposure. 

“I wonder where this opposition is 

coming from?” Hammond asked. 

At the July 22 Planning and Public Works 

Committee meeting, council member Tom 

DeCampi (Ward 4) stated that the majority 

of his constituents do not want any 

improvements to Wilson Avenue. 

In an email to the city, Dr. Barbara Jost 

wrote that she was drawn to the area, in 

part, because of the rural nature of Wilson 

Avenue. 

“The scenic road is characterized by idyllic 

farms, tree canopy, meandering creek, picket 

fences, and woods and meadows that serve 

as the natural habitat for deer, heron, foxes, 

turtles and owls,” she wrote. “A shoulder for 

the safe passage of pedestrians and impaired 

vehicles makes sense, but major changes to 

the road are not warranted.” 

However, City Administrator Mike 

Geisel cautioned against taking no action. 

“That creek crossing is being held 

together with spit and baling wire, quite 

frankly,” Geisel said. “There’s a guard rail 

that is buried on the west side of the road 

just to hold up the asphalt temporarily. The 

culvert is crumbled. At some point, that 

culvert is going to fail, and when it does, it 

will be out for an extended period of time.” 

Since the waterway is regulated by the 

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, it would 

have to go through a Corps permitting and 

design process, so it wouldn’t be a “quick 

fix,” Geisel added. 

Council member Mary Monachella 

(Ward 1) noted that there were still residents 

who have not had a chance to speak 

and made a motion to postpone any assignment 

of design services in order to hold 

a public information meeting. As a result, 

the council voted unanimously to postpone 

the budget transfer. 

The public information meeting will be 

held at 5 p.m. on Aug. 23 in the city council 

chamber.

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Expert advice for helping aging parents who resist help 

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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 many families, parents resist or outright 

refuse assistance from their adult 

children or other potential caregivers. In 

others, adult siblings may disagree about 

whether and how to support their parents, 

with some refusing to deal with it at all. 

According to an area geriatric care 

expert, the stubborn refusal to accept 

help is largely based in the senior’s fear 

of losing control of their living situation, 

mobility and independence. When that fear 

takes over, logical reasoning may not do 

much good. 

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. She said 

helping them is “definitely my passion and 

where I belong in life.” Based on her work 

with senior patients and their families, she 

offers the following guidelines. 

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 

ability may have declined to unsafe levels. 

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 local 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 

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In honor of Missouri’s 2021 Bicentennial 

Celebration, local governments have 

been invited to participate in a time capsule 

that will be housed at the State Historical 

Society in Columbia until Aug. 10, 2046, 

when the contents will be made available 

to the public. 

Contributions to the time capsules will 

contain items that represent the past and 

the present, along with a note or notes to 

future Missourians. 

In January, the Wildwood Historic Preservation 

Commission started pursuing 

items to be submitted for placement in the 

Bicentennial Time Capsule. That effort 

was finalized in July. 

Items that showcase the past include 

several maps of the area and photos 

representing the city’s history, such as 

of Native Americans, log cabins, oneroom 

school houses, sites along Historic 

Route 66, and stores and businesses like 

the historic Big Chief Restaurant/Tavern. 

Other memorabilia include photos of the 

Wyman Center youth camp and Rockwoods 

Reservation, along with a history 

of the area, including the city’s efforts to 

incorporate. 

The present is represented by current 

maps, trail guides, a list of awards the 

city has received such as the “Best Places 

to Live in Missouri” by BestPlacesNow. 

com and National Blue Ribbon Award 

winners, along with a list of community 

attributes, places to visit, and the 11 Historic 

Preservation Committee markers 

placed throughout the town with such 

designations as Historic Glencoe and 

Fox Creek. It will also display properties 

listed on the National Register of Historic 

Places, including Old Pond School; 

a map of creek assessments created by 

the Wildwood Erosion Task Force; the 

Route 109 corridor improvement plan; 

and a copy of the newsletter Wildwood 

Gazette. 

Items contributed for the future are vision 

and mission statements, along with the 

city’s motto: “Planning Today 

Tomorrow.” There is one letter 

from a Wildwood Historic 

Preservation Commission 

member and one from a longtime 

Wildwood resident, relaying 

their histories with the city, 

along with a rendition of the 

Village Green that is proposed 

as part of Town Center. 

The City Council approved 

the time capsule submittal at 

its Aug. 9 meeting. 



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Wildwood to participate in Missouri’s Bicentennial time capsule project 

Poertner’s Store in Wildwood 

(Source: Wildwood Historic Preservation Committee) 

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extremely useful. These include the 

Alzheimer’s Association, the state’s 

Agency on Aging, the Department of 

Health and Human Services, and longterm 

care ombudsman services. Nelson 

advised sticking mainly to .gov and .org 

websites while avoiding .com sites as 

those are generally marketing a specific 

facility or for-profit service. 

Accept the situation 

Despite your best efforts, aging parents 

may continue to resist your help, which 

can be painful. In that case, it’s important 

to accept that you’re doing all you can, 

Nelson said. 

“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.” 

Sometimes it takes a crisis or “near-miss” 

event to persuade a parent to accept help – 

and sometimes that can’t be avoided.

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Parkway student supports 

district’s food pantry 

Sidharth Rajagopal, a sophomore 

at Parkway West High, recently constructed 

and installed a food donation 

box as part of his Eagle Scout project. 

The box is located at Claymont Elementary 

in Ballwin and accepts canned food 

donations throughout the year. All the 

donations will go to the Parkway Food 

Pantry, which provides weekend food 

bags and other food items to community 

families in need and currently serves 

over 200 families across the area. 

In response to increased community 

needs during the COVID-19 epidemic, 

the Parkway Food Pantry has evolved 

from providing weekend food bags to 

providing boxes of food for pick up 

every few weeks. The need in the community 

has increased significantly, and 

as of 2021, the pantry has served up to 

400 families total. 

Marquette rocketry 

team aims high 

Marquette High’s Astral Orbit rocketry 

team was recently named the 2021 Marketing 

Competition Champion at The 

American Rocketry Challenge (TARC). 

In a two-minute video submitted for the 

competition, Astral Orbit showcased their 

team’s passion and inspiration for competing 

in the competition. Astral Orbit was 

one of only 100 teams from around the 

nation to advance to the national finals of 

TARC through qualification flights. 

The team consists of members Alex 

Chen, Ben Cook, Aniruddh Kommareddy, 

Rusty Willis, Andrew Wu and 

Jason Zhao. 

The American Rocketry Challenge is the 

world’s largest rocket contest with nearly 

5,000 students nationwide competing each 

year. The annual American model-making 

competition for students in grades six to 12 

is sponsored by the Aerospace Industries 

Association and the National Association 

of Rocketry. 

Parkway student reaches 

for the stars 

Incoming Parkway Central 

High freshman Samantha 

Taylor has received the 

Linda McCall Scholarship 

to Gifted Resource Council’s 

Advanced Space 

Academy. 

Taylor was selected by 

demonstrating her academic 

talents and interest 

in space science. Only 

one student from sixth to 

grade 12 in the St. Louis 

area is selected each year. 

“This scholarship would 

Samantha Taylor 

Astral Orbit team members Alex Chen, Ben Cook, Aniruddh Kommareddy, Rusty Willis, Andrew Wu and 

Jason Zhao of Astral Orbit. 

(Source: Rockwood School District) 

enable me to debate, be creative and 

explore things that would help me one day 

reach my dream of becoming an aerospace 

engineer,” Taylor said. 

New administrators 

join Rockwood 

The Rockwood Board of Education 

approved the hiring of two administrative 

positions within the district beginning 

on July 1, including Sally Schulte 

and Dr. Loretta Dunkmann. 

Schulte is the new coordinator of physical 

education, health and driver’s education. 

She replaces Dr. Patrick Fine, who 

retired at the end of the school year. Prior 

to this position, she was 

the lead K-12 physical 

education/health teacher 

in the Wentzville School 

District, where she has 

taught since 2010. 

Schulte serves as the 

secretary/treasurer for 

the Missouri Society of 

Health and Physical Educators 

and was named 

the Missouri Elementary 

Physical Education 

Teacher of the Year in 

2018 and the SHAPE 

(Society of Health and 

Physical Educators) Central 

District Elementary Teacher of the 

Year in 2019. 

She also works with the Department 

of Elementary and Secondary Education 

and Missouri Healthy Schools to 

enhance the effectiveness of physical 

education and health across the state. 

Dunkmann is the new coordinator 

of Early Childhood special education 

process and diagnostic, replacing Kristin 

Clemons, who resigned last year. 

Prior to this position, Dunkmann 

worked as the early childhood special 

education process coordinator/diagnostic 

speech-language pathologist in 

the Orchard Farm School District, a 

position she has held since 2016. Prior 

to that, she worked as a speech-language 

pathologist in the Fort Zumwalt 

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good hand hygiene. The AAP also recommends 

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Students may not have gained as much 

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Schools should be prepared to adjust curricula 

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talking frequently with their child’s teachers, 

helping with homework or employing 

outside assistance as needed. The AAP also 

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should provide mental health support to 

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Good nutrition is key to staying healthy. 

Talk with your child about choosing good 

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well as the need to stay hydrated. Make 

a plan with your child to help them meet 

their nutritional needs and goals. 

Students at higher risk 

While COVID-19 school policies can 

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mental health support counseling. If your 

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Marquette graduate Christopher Kreh, shown here in August 2020, has been 

named to the 2021 National Football Foundation Team of Distinction. 

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By WARREN MAYES 

Marquette’s Kreh honored 

Christopher Kreh, a 2021 Marquette 

graduate, was one of the 65 members of the 

2021 National Football Foundation Team 

of Distinction. 

From a pool of 3,500 scholar-athletes, 

the NFF and College Hall of Fame revealed 

the top 65 players. As part of its mission 

to promote the scholar-athlete ideal, the 

initiative allows the NFF to honor the top 

high school scholar-athletes from around 

the country as the best and the brightest at 

the local level. It also highlights the work 

of the NFF Chapter Network. 

The members of the team all played their 

final high school football season during the 

2020-21 school year. As part of the award, 

all of the honorees will be part of a permanent 

digital display at the Chick-fil-A College 

Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta. 

Criteria to make the team include, but 

are not limited to, academic achievement, 

athletic accolades and community involvement. 

Each chapter is limited to one 

honoree, distinguishing them as the top 

scholar-athlete from all the high schools 

covered by the chapter. 

Kreh, of Chesterfield, finished with a 

3.70 GPA at Marquette. He was a two-year 

team captain and first team Class 6 all-state 

honoree. He is Marquette’s all-time leading 

rusher and a three-year member of the 

honor roll. 

Kreh is playing this fall at Missouri. 

Westminister’s Powers honored 

Westminster Christian Academy offensive 

lineman Jack Powers recently was honored 

by the St. Louis Tom Lombardo Chapter of 

the National Football Foundation. 

At its annual banquet, the group recognizes 

a select number of local football 

players who excel on the field, in the 

classroom and in the community. A onetime 

scholarship of $1,500 is awarded to 

each honoree. A few extra scholarships are 

awarded to an overall winner, highest GPA 

earner and so on. 

Powers was selected this year after 

being nominated by Wildcats coach Butler 

B’ynote. Besides the $1,500 scholarship, 

Powers also won another $2,000 scholarship 

for the highest grade point average 

(GPA) among the selected athletes. 

“The banquet was an incredible experience 

especially since St. Louis legend 

Randy Karraker was the host,” Powers said. 

“I got to personally meet with Mr. Karraker 

and even share a conversation with him. It 

was all around an incredible experience.” 

Powers is contining his academic and 

football career at Cornell University. 

All-star game planned 

The second American Cancer Society 

All-Star Game will be played Dec. 11 at 

Hunter Stadium on the Lindenwood University 

campus. The area’s best high school 

football players will be invited to play in 

this game to benefit the American Cancer 

Society. Due to the pandemic, there was no 

game last year. 

It is an “All Teams, All Cancers” concept, 

where schools unite for a common mission 

– to raise critical funds to fuel research, 

education and patient programs. In 2019, 

many schools held fundraising benefits in 

the fall before the game was played on Dec. 

20. The coaches, players and their families 

stepped up to raise more than $25,000 for 

the American Cancer Society. 

Jack Powers (center) with his father, Jack; mother, Dee; and brothers 

Will (left) and AJ on Signing Day in February 2021. 

(Source: Westminster Christian Academy) 

“In 2019, our inaugural year, we had 

76 local high school football players representing 

31 schools take the field for the 

American Cancer Society,” said Larry 

Frost, former coach and director of the All- 

Star Game. 

The idea for this event came from Jennifer 

Younkins, a local high school principal and 

breast cancer survivor. She was diagnosed 

with an aggressive form of breast cancer in 

2014 and since then has worked with the 

American Cancer Society to support, educate 

and advocate for cancer survivors. 

“I wanted to do something that would 

bring the community together for this cause 

in a way that would truly show that it doesn’t 

matter what jersey you wear because we’re 

all fighting the same battle – all teams, all 

cancers, one fight,” Younkins said. 

High school coaches in the area have 

been nominating athletes that exemplify 

excellence in athletic ability and character 

on and off the field. An All-Star Game 

Selection Committee will determine the 

two teams. The players will receive their 

formal invitation at the Team Reveal Night 

on Nov. 11. Practices will start in December. 

Head coaches are yet to be named. For 

the latest details, visit acsallstargame.org. 

Local gymnasts receive 

national recognition 

Rockwood Valley Middle student Nate 

Erkert was recently named to the USA 

Gymnastics national team for trampoline. 

Erkert will represent 

the United States on 

Double Mini Trampoline 

at the World 

Age Group Championships 

in Azerbaijan 

in November. 

At Marquette 

High, senior Shriya 

Sawant also tied for 

the bronze medal 

nationally in the 

Double Mini Trampoline 

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which were 

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By WARREN MAYES 

It’s hard to pin down Parkway West’s 

Ja’Marion Wayne. 

The 6-foot-4, 190-pound senior plays 

multiple positions for Longhorns football 

coach Jeff Duncan. Besides playing free 

safety on defense, the Longhorns plan to 

move Wayne around to fit their needs on 

offense. He can play wide receiver, running 

back and quarterback. He also will 

figure in the kick return game. 

“Ja’Marion is an explosive and exciting 

player,” Duncan said. “He is a threat to 

score each time he touches the football.” 

As a sophomore, Wayne gained 895 

yards rushing with 12 touchdowns. He also 

caught 25 passes for 466 yards and seven 

TDs. On defense, he recorded 65 tackles. 

As a junior, Wayne caught 24 passes 

for 404 yards. He also carried the football 

60 times, gaining 391 yards. He 

scored six touchdowns in the pandemicshortened 

season. At quarterback, Wayne 

completed four of nine passes for 83 

yards. He tossed two touchdown passes. 

He was intercepted one time. On defense, 

he made 41 tackles and grabbed two 

interceptions. Wayne also returned punts 

and kickoffs. He also punted and kicked 

extra points. 

In a showcase outing for Wayne, he displayed 

his talents in a district semifinal win 

against Summit last fall. He scored four 

touchdowns in the first half, three of them 

on offense and he had an interception that 

he returned for a touchdown. 

“He made some really big plays all night,” 

Duncan said. 

Wayne established two school records in 

a game against Parkway Central. He rushed 

for 310 yards to get a single-game record. 

Wayne also had 73 receiving yards along 

with 86 yards on kickoff returns. That set a 

team record for total yards with 469. 

“He was really impressive all the way 

around – running, catching and returning,” 

Duncan said. “Just an all around great performance. 

He has orally committed to Missouri. 

Duncan is happy for Wayne. 

“I think Mizzou is a great fit for Ja’Marion 

and we are really excited to see him continue 

his career there,” Duncan said. 

Before he moves on to college, Duncan 

will have him for one more season. 

“Ja’Marion is a great kid and has been 

exciting to watch from the moment he 

stepped on the field at Parkway West,” 

Duncan said. “We are excited to see what 



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he can do this year.” 

Here’s a look at some of the other players 

that West County head coaches expect 

to see big things from this fall. The schools 

are listed in alphabetical order. 

CBC 

Senior Ayden Robinson-Wayne is a 

5-foot-10, 170-pound quarterback. Robinson-Wayne 

assumed the role of starter as 

a sophomore. He was ready. He completed 

126 of 192 passes for 1,744 yards, good 

for 18 touchdowns. He was intercepted 

three times. He also showed off his skills 

as a runner. He rushed for a team-high 866 

yards and 11 touchdowns. He originally 

had orally committed to play baseball at 

Missouri State but has withdrawn that and 

now wants to play football and baseball in 

college. 

“He’ll never be off the field,” CBC 

coach Scott Pingel said. “He’ll play wideout, 

safety and quarterback for us. He’s 

dynamic on the field. He has great change 

of direction when he has the ball. He’s 

tough as nails. He’s just a freak athlete but 

he’s also super smart between the ears. He 

understands the game. He is a really, really 

good athlete. What a special kid he is. I 

think the world of him as a human being.” 

Senior Patrick Heitert is a 6-foot, 190- 

pound tight end. As a sophomore, Heitert 

caught three passes for 71 yards and a 

touchdown. He also rushed for 174 yards. 

Like Robinson-Wayne, he also played at 

quarterback as a sophomore and completed 

36 of 57 passes for 527 yards with four 

touchdowns and two interceptions. Heitert 

finished his junior campaign with 1,230 

yards passing and 15 touchdowns. He is 

being looked at by several colleges. 

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Ja’Marion Wayne 

(Source: Parkway West) 

“He will play more quarterback this 

fall,” Pingel said. “He’s one of those guys 

who has played different positions for us 

like tight end, wingback and slot receiver. 

When he’s had the opportunity, he’s made 

the most of it. He’s a great, great leader. 

He’s a dual-threat quarterback. He can run 

outside and between the tackles. He can 

make all the throws. His quick release is 

what I like the most. I’m excited about him 

this season.” 

Senior Jaycob Tatum is a 6-foot-2, 

215-pounder outside linebacker. He comes 

from an athletic family. His father, Justin, 

is the CBC basketball coach. His older 

brother, Jayson, plays in the NBA for 

Boston. A broken collarbone limited his 

playing time in the shortened 2020 season. 

“He’ll be a 2 1/2 year starter for us,” 

Pingel said. “He hardly got to play last 

year. He’s a tough dude on the edge. He can 

stuff the run. He can play pass coverage. 

He can play on the defensive line. He has 

high motor energy. He’s just a great, great 

guy. He’s very physical, a dominating ballplayer.” 

Cameron Epps 

(Source: Hudl) 

CHAMINADE 

Senior Cameron Epps is a 6-foot-3, 

205-pound cornerback, who has orally 

committed to Oklahoma State. Epps made 

31 tackles in the defensive secondary in six 

games last season for the Red Devils as 

a lockdown corner. A two-way player, he 

also was the starting quarterback and threw 

73 times for 489 yards and seven TDs. On 

the ground, Epps ran 66 times for 485 yards 

and three TDs to lead the Red Devils to its 

second consecutive district championship. 

At cornerback, he was all Metro Catholic 

Conference first-team and a Class 5 firstteam 

all-state selection. He is expected to 

lead the Red Devils on both sides of the 

ball this season, coach Antoine Torrey said. 

Senior wide receiver Elijah Griffin 

is still undecided with offers from Kentucky, 

Kansas, Buffalo, Arkansas State and 

Culver Stockton. The 6-foot-3, 190-pound 

Griffin caught 12 passes for 198 yards, 

with two TDs in five games last season. 

A two-way player, he also played quite of 

bit of free safety last season, recording 18 

tackles and one interception. He was an 

all Metro Catholic Conference first-team 

wide receiver. Griffin missed the school 

receiving record his sophomore season by 

67 yards. “He will look to surpass the 818 

record this season,” Torrey said. 

Senior defensive end Grant Finley is 

still uncommitted with offers from Southern 

Illinois University, Lindenwood and 

Culver-Stockton. The 6-foot-3, 240-pound 

Finley “is a bruiser on both sides of the ball 

at defensive end and tight end,” Torrey said. 

Finley broke school records this summer in 

the weight room and is expected to have a 

dominating senior season. In a shortened 

season in 2020, he racked up 16 tackles. 

He was an all Metro Catholic Conference 

first-team defensive lineman and a Class 5 

second-team all-state selection at defensive 

line. 

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Senior Kaleb Purdy is a 5-foot-10, 170- 

pound safety. Purdy recorded 52 tackles, 

including five tackles for a loss and three 

interceptions last season. He was a Class 6 

second-team all-state selection by the Missouri 

Football Coaches Association and the 

Missouri Media. Purdy, rated a three-star 

prospect by Rivals, has verbally committed 

to play at Kansas. 

Senior Chris Skiljan is a 6-foot-1, 225- 

pound middle linebacker. He registered a 

team-high 65 tackles, including five tackles 

for a loss, and five sacks last season. He 

was named a Class 6 second-team all-state 

selection by the Missouri Media. 

Senior Jordan Coleman is a 6-foot-1, 

180-pound cornerback. He had 11 tackles 

last season and has verbally committed to 

Ball State. 

EUREKA 

Senior quarterback Carson Smith will 

be a two-year starter for the Wildcats. The 

6-foot-6, 195-pound Smith has a strong 

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arm and can also run with the football. He 

knows the offense well and is excellent at 

reading defenses. He comes off a year as a 

starter at free safety. 

“Carson will be one of our team leaders 

this season,” coach Jake Sumner said. “He 

has put in the work in the offseason to have 

an excellent senior year. We can’t wait to 

see him take off this season as our senior 

leading quarterback.” 

Senior linebacker/H-back Will Nelson 

will be a two-year starter for the Wildcats. 

The 6-foot-1, 215-pound Nelson has put 

in a great deal to improve himself during 

this offseason, Sumner said. In the weight 

room, he is the one strongest on the team, 

building himself up to be a force on both 

sides of the ball. He earned all-conference 

honors on both sides of the ball last season. 

“He is a strong leader, who cares about his 

team, and will be an anchor for the Wildcats 

this season,” Sumner said. “He will be 

downhill making tackles in the box. He has 

put in the work in the offseason to have an 

excellent senior year, we are excited to see 

all his hard work pay off this fall.” 

Senior defensive back/wide receiver 

Mason Mayer will be a three-year starter 

for the Wildcats. The 6-foot-2, 195-pound 

Mayer will be an impact player on both 

sides of the ball, Sumner said. His ability 

to come downhill and make tackles on 

defense and stretch the field vertically as a 

wide receiver on offense will make him a 

big part of the Wildcats’ efforts this season. 

“Mason is a great young man who has all 

the tools to help the Wildcats to a successful 

season,” Sumner said. 

LAFAYETTE 

Senior lineman (DL/OL) Tommy Hagan 

was a Class 6 first-team all-state selection 

by the Missouri Football Coaches Association. 

Hagan made 46 tackles, 19 tackles for 

loss and four sacks in six games last season. 

“(Tommy’s) explosive off the ball and 

plays with a great motor,” Lancers coach 

Boyd Manne said. 

Senior wide receiver Jude Tenny earned 

all-conference honors in 2020 with 39 

catches for 409 yards. He scored seven 

touchdowns. “(Jude’s) got great hands and 

is a good route runner,” Manne said. 

Senior defensive back/wide receiver 

Malik Hampton was an all-conference 

player in 2020. He recorded 32 solo tackles 

including eight for a loss. Hampton registered 

one sack, one fumble recovery and 

one interception. “He’s a defensive leader 

and a physical tackler,” Manne said. “He 

has a nose for the ball.” 

Senior tight end, linebacker Owen 

Butler was an all-conference player last 

fall. He caught 23 passes for 269 yards and 

two touchdowns. “He’s got great hands 

and is a good route runner,” Manne said. 

“He’s excellent in space.” 

Senior quarterback, linebacker Brandon 

Keen earned all-conference honors 

in 2020 as he played defense last year. He 

also is the team’s long snapper. Manne said 

Keen will play quarterback this fall. 

Senior wide receiver, defensive back Matt 

Jones is a three-sport standout at Lafayette. 

“(Matt) has great range as a receiver and 

plays our field corner,” Manne said. 

MARQUETTE 

Senior Zach Gawart is a 6-foot-1, 240- 

pound offensive right guard. He earned 

first-team all-conference honors in 2020 

and second-team honors in 2019. Describing 

Gawart, Coach Michael Stewart said, 

“(He is) a physical and athletic lineman that 

moves well in space. He is an important 

key to the success of the running game at 

Marquette. Zach has started on the offensive 

line since his sophomore year, and is 

prepared to be a leader of this program for 

his senior campaign.” 

Senior Dorius Smith is a 5-foot-10, 180- 

pound defensive back and wide receiver. 

He earned first-team all-conference honors 

in 2020. Describing Smith, Stewart said, 

“(He is) a ball hawk that is a very disruptive 

player in the secondary. In his sophomore 

and junior campaigns, he was a very 

good coverage cornerback. For his senior 

year, he will be moving to safety and will 

have a large impact at wide receiver on the 

offensive side of the ball. We look forward 

to seeing what kind of stats Dorius can put 

up this year.” 

Senior Sam Feldmann is a 5-foot-9, 

175-pound linebacker. He was named to the 

second-team all-conference team in 2020. 

Stewart said, “(Sam) is a hybrid linebacker 

that can tackle like a box player, and cover 

like a safety. Sam is a very dynamic player 

that has plenty of Varsity experience. He 

will be a leader of this defense, and it will 

be fun to watch Sam travel the field this 

upcoming season.” 

MICDS 

Senior Reagan Andrew is a three-year 

starter at quarterback for MICDS. He has 

led the Rams to the Class 4 state championship 

game two of his three seasons. He 

earned Class 4 second-team all-state recognition. 

Despite his 5-foot-9 height, he 

completed 70% (80 of 116) of his passes 

last season for 1,337 yards, 13 touchdowns 

against only two interceptions. He also 

added an additional 12 touchdowns rushing 

as he had 67 carries for 308 yards. Andrew 

is going through the recruiting process (he 

is also an outstanding baseball player) but 

is undecided on his college choice at this 

time. 

“Every coach and player on our team



believes we have the best high school 

quarterback in the state of Missouri and 

each day at practice we get a chance to see 

that high-level performance,” Coach Fred 

Bouchard said. 

Senior wide receiver PJ Behan earned 

first-team all-district and all-conference 

and all-metro honors last season. He averaged 

more than 20 yards a catch from his 

receiver spot, more than 25 yards on punt 

returns and more than 35 yards on kick 

returns. He took two kickoffs back for 

touchdowns last season. 

“PJ is a difficult matchup for any team 

because of his speed and length and his 

willingness to compete so hard for every 

50/50 ball that comes his direction,” 

Bouchard said. “The tandem of PJ and 

Reagan will be fun to watch this season.” 

Behan has verbally committed to Brown 

University to play Division 1 lacrosse. He 

served as a captain on the 2021 MICDS 

Rams state championship lacrosse team 

last spring. He is among the most soughtafter 

lacrosse recruits for the class of 2022. 

Junior running back Steve Hall earned 

second-team all-state honors last season 

when he rushed for more than 900 yards and 

scored 10 touchdowns in just eight games. 

Hall also caught 11 passes in addition to 

contributing in the return game where he 

averaged more than 30 yards per kick return. 

He had one kick return touchdown. 



“Steve was outstanding last season and 

this offseason his commitment to the 

weight room and speed development has 

been great so we anticipate an even better 

version this upcoming season, which makes 

Steve one of the most explosive running 

backs in the city,” Bouchard said. “Steve is 

also an outstanding blocker, which makes 

him the kind of versatile athlete that elevates 

his teammates’ play.” 

PARKWAY CENTRAL 

Senior John Ellis is a 6-foot-2, 170- 

pound wide receiver/defensive back. Last 

season, he caught 12 passes for 119 yards. 

Ellis earned recognition as a second-team 

all-conference award for receiver last year. 

Coach Ryan King said Ellis has improved 

his route running abilities and athleticism 

over the last year. 

“I look for him to be a major contributor 

in our offense. As a defensive back, 

John uses his size and athleticism to his 

advantage in coverage,” King said. “He 

is also physical enough to come up and 

make tackles on short routes and outside 

run plays. I’m excited to see what John can 

do with a full season of football this year. 

With his work ethic and leadership skills, I 

expect John to be a key part of our success 

as a team.” 

Ellis is being recruited by Missouri 

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The Parkway Central Colts face off against the Parkway South Patriots 

Baptist, Concordia University-Chicago, 

Wayne State College, Dord University, and 

Southern Nazarene University. 

PARKWAY SOUTH 

Senior Owen Veltrop is a 6-foot-1, 175- 

pound quarterback/defensive back. He suffered 

a knee injury in Parkway’s South’s 

2020 season finale, a 21-14 victory on Nov. 

5 against Oakville. As a junior, he threw 

for 499 yards and seven touchdowns while 

rushing for 280 yards and scoring three 

times. 

(Photo: Kayelyn Tate) 

“He’s recovered and healed up,” coach 

Tom Beauchamp said. “He’s a wellrounded 

player. He makes good choices 

on the field. He has a solid arm. He puts it 

where it needs to be. He’s just a great kid. 

He does things right. He’s a great teammate. 

The kids love him. I really think he’s 

the kind of player that makes a team play 

better.” 

Junior Darrion Boyd 5-foot-10, 160- 

pound wide receiver/defensive back scored 

six touchdowns (five receiving and one 

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returning a kick) last fall. He caught 13 

passes for 276 yards, averaging 21.2 yards 

per catch. He was all-conference both ways 

last year and voted ‘Newcomer of the Year.’ 

“He’s got exceptional speed,” Beauchamp 

said. “He’s one of those kids who 

has the uncanny ability to break on the 

ball. He sees things happen on the field. He 

makes things happen when he has the ball 

in his hands. He’s coming on to be a leader 

for us this season. He was solid last year 

for us and I think he’ll get better this year.” 

Senior Quin Candelario is a 6-foot-1, 

160-pound outside linebacker/safety. Candelario 

also is a backup quarterback and 

can play wide receiver, too. His versatility 

is his calling card for the Patriots. 

“He’s really coming on this year. He 

played last year and I see there’s a difference 

in him this year,” Beauchamp said of 

Candelario. “That’s really neat to see. He 

can make things happen. He can get to the 

ball. He’s always around the ball and as a 

defensive coach, I like that. He’s a team 

leader. He’s one of the first to practice and 

the last to leave.” 

PARKWAY WEST 

Longhorns football coach Jeff Duncan 

has high hopes for senior wide receiver 

and cornerback Tre Bell. The 6-foot-3, 

180-pound Bell returns as a two-way starter 

for Parkway West. He had three interceptions 

and 26 tackles last year on defense. 

He had four receptions and one touchdown 

on offense. 

“We are excited to see what this season 

brings for Tre,” Duncan said. “He is a great 

leader and a fun kid to be around.” 

Senior running back and defensive end 

Tyree Simms returns to the Longhorns 

after missing 2020 with a knee injury. The 

6-foot, 220-pound Simms is expected 

to lead the Longhorn rushing attack and 

anchor the defense. Simms started for the 

Longhorns as a freshman and had a great 

sophomore season rushing for 661 yards 

and seven touchdowns and recording 61 

tackles and four sacks on defense. 

“Tyree is an explosive football player 

and an extremely hard worker,” Duncan 

said. “We are excited about his return and 

looking forward to a great senior season 

from him.” 

PRINCIPIA 

Brady Turnbaugh is a 5-foot-9, 165- 

pound junior quarterback who looks to 

take over the reins of the Principia offense. 

“Brady will make outstanding decisions 

on the field and will look to make plays 

with his explosive quickness and accurate 

throwing arm,” coach Shawn Brown said. 

“On top of being our quarterback, we look 

forward to Brady making plays in our secondary 

defensively. I cannot wait to see 

him lead the team this year. We are a very 

young team and are looking for him to be a 

positive vocal leader and a dynamic playmaker.” 

Skyler Stock is a 5-foot-10, 175-pound 

junior. He will be a two-way starter at both 

running back and middle linebacker for the 

Panthers. 

“Skyler will be Principia’s heartbeat on 

defense, where we will depend on him to 

get off blocks and get to the ball,” Brown 

said. “Offensively, Skyler will be our starting 

running back, looking to carry the bulk 

of the load for us. He is a hard-working kid 

who’s spent a lot of time getting stronger 

and faster. He is going to be an outstanding 

leader, on and off the field for us. I cannot 

wait to see what he can do on the field this 

year.” 

“Luke Warrick is a 6-foot, 170-pound 

athlete who will make plays at any position 

for us this year,” Brown said. 

Brown plans to play Warrick at receiver, 

but he can also be given valuable reps at 

running back and quarterback should the 

Panthers need it. He will be very active on 

the defensive side of the ball, as well. 

“Luke is a strong safety who will want to 

make every tackle, every play,” Brown said. 

“He works really hard to be in outstanding 

condition, and that conditioning will pay off 

to help our team. Luke is blossoming into an 

outstanding team leader, and I cannot wait 

to see even more progress.” 

PRIORY 

Senior lineman (OL/DL) Henry Weas 

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quick feet to go along with his size. He has 

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career. “Henry is a hard worker, dedicated, 

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coach Jake Parent said. 

Senior wide receiver/defensive back 

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pound playmaker, Fort had two interceptions 

for touchdowns in the shortened 

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and faster athlete and is ready to lead the 

Ravens. 

“Jahaad is ready to take that next step and 

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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. 

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 

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. 

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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 

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• • • 

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 

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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. 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 more. 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 

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service still handles after-hours requests 

for pediatric patients, backed by on-call 

physicians, but work is underway to add 

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providers to that service as well.

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Manchester Homecoming Festival & Carnival 

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Dog Paddle at the Pool 

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American Banner 

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Dr. Zhivegas - Fri. 7:30 - 10:30PM 

Big Rigs - Sat. 7:30 - 10:30PM 

Fanfare - Sun. 1:30 - 4:30PM 

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2021 Manchester Homecoming 

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Sept. 10-12 

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO 

Parking: Weather permitting, parking 

will be available at Schroeder Park on 

the soccer field and back lot, which can 

be accessed via St. Joseph’s Lane. Parking 

also will be available at The Journey 

Church and Community Christian Church 

with a free shuttle running on a 7-minute 

loop from the churches to the park entrance 

at 359 Old Meramec Station Road. For 

additional details, visit manchestermo.gov/ 

homecoming. 

Pets: Dogs have their own event at the 

Manchester Homecoming – the annual 

Doggie Paddle. However, at all other times 

during the festivities, it might be best for 

Fido to stay home. The fairgrounds 

are full of lights, sounds, activities 

and people that could be 

overwhelming for pets. 

No picnics baskets: Outside 

food and drink are not permitted 

in the park; however, concessions will be 

available in support of a variety of local 

organizations and nonprofits. 

CUTE KID & PET CONTEST 

Register your cutie for this great fundraiser 

to support the Manchester Parks 

PLAY Scholarship, which provides free 

or reduced-cost recreation programs like 

swim lessons and camp opportunities for 

children. 

Votes for the Cutest Kid & Pet are just $1 

each. Votes will be accepted all weekend 

in person and online at manchestermo.gov/ 

homecoming. 

To enter the contest, email a 4-inch 

by 6-inch photo no later than Sept. 6 to 

manchesterkidsandpets@gmail.com. 

Each entry must include the child’s full 

name (or pet’s name), and the guardian’s/ 

owner’s name, address and phone number. 

The maximum age of eligible children is 2 

years as of Sept. 9, 2021. There is no age 

limit for pets. 

PARADE 

It’s a party under the sea! 

The annual Homecoming Parade, with 

an Under the Sea theme, steps off at 10 

a.m. and follows a 2-mile route from The 

Journey Church, 625 N. Meramec Station 

Road and ends at Parkway Southwest 

Middle, 701 Wren Ave. 

The parade will feature the Schnucks 

giant shopping cart; St. Louis Blues mascot, 

Louie; the Manchester Police Department; 

West County FPD; Metro West FPD; classic 

cars; and local schools and bands. Plus, 

it could feature you! 

To fill out a parade entry application, 

visit manchestermo.gov/homecoming. 

More of a watcher than a marcher? Then, 

stake out a spot along the route and settle 

in for some good, clean, old-fashioned fun. 

Please remember to watch those kiddos 

and make sure they don’t run into the street 

for candy. 

KID’S CORNER 

Free activities for the kiddos include the 

S&S Farms Petting Zoo, balloon artist 

Sammy J and activities with St. 

Louis County Library. Don’t 

miss a minute of the fun. 

Kid’s Corner activities are 

free and take place from noon-4 

p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. 

DOGGIE PADDLE 

Bring your pup to take a dip at the Manchester 

Aquatic Center! 

For $11 up to two dogs and one person 

can enjoy a splashin’ good time. Additional 

people can join in the family fun 

for $3 each. Doggie Paddle times are from 

1-4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 11 and Sunday, 

Sept. 12. 

Owners must bring current vaccination 

records (Distemper, Bordetella and 

Rabies) and, per city ordinance, dangerous 

or aggressive animals must be muzzled. 

CAR SHOW 

Plan to check out some of the finest cars 

ever made at the annual Homecoming Car 

Show from 1-4 p.m on Sunday, Sept. 12. 

To enter your own beauty, contact Rebecca 

Pate via email at rpate@manchestermo.gov 

or by calling (636) 391-6326, ext. 402. Day 

of registration will take place from noon-1 

p.m.; $15 registration fee. Top 5 awards for 

Best Car, Best Paint, Best Engine, Best Interior 

and People’s Choice will be handed out. 

CARNIVAL & RIDES 

Carnival Midway & Rides provided by 

American Banner Amusements. Tickets 

are $1 each or 24 for $20. On Sunday all 

rides are $1. 

Booths featuring local vendors round 

out the festival. Be sure to stop by and 

visit with these businesses and nonprofits.



Homecoming Festival & Carnival Events 

FRIDAY, SEPT. 10 

6-10:30 p.m. • American Banner Carnival Rides • Games and rides for all ages. 

6-10:30 p.m. • Booths Open • All booths and raffle tickets open. 

7:15-7:30 p.m. • Opening Ceremony • Mayor Mike Clement • Main Stage 

7:30-10:30 p.m. • Dr. Zhivegas • Popular hits everyone will enjoy. • Main Stage 

SATURDAY, SEPT. 11 

10 a.m. • Parade • from Journey Church to Parkway Southwest Middle School 

Noon-10:30 p.m. • American Banner Carnival Rides • Games and rides for all ages. 

Noon-10:30 p.m. • Booths Open • All booths and raffle tickets open. 

Noon-8 p.m. • Cute Kids/Pets Contest • Vote for your favorite and support the PLAY 

Scholarship. 

Noon-4 p.m. • Kids Corner • St. Louis Library and more. 

12:30-1:15 p.m. • M&M Dance School • Performance • Main Stage 

1-2 p.m. • Dragons Drum & Bugle Corp • Between the Pool and Main Stage 

1-3 p.m. • Sammy J • Balloon Artist Sponsored by Goddard School • Kids Corner 

1-4 p.m. • Doggie Paddle • Dogs can take a swim at the Aquatic Center. 

1-4 p.m. • S&S Farms Petting Zoo • Kids Corner 

2-3 p.m. • Babaloo Kids Entertainer • Main Stage 

3:30-5 p.m. • Ghost Kitchen • Enjoy a variety of music from this local band. • Main Stage 

7:30-10:30 p.m. • Big Rigs • Music for everyone. • Main Stage 

SUNDAY, SEPT. 12 

Noon-5 p.m. • American Banner Carnival Rides • Rides for all ages. • Family Day 

Noon-5 p.m. • Booths Open • All booths and raffle tickets open. 

Noon-4 p.m. • Kids Corner • All kinds of activities and crafts for kids. 

Noon-1 p.m. • Family Bingo. Have fun and win great prizes. 

12:30-4 p.m. • Cute Kids/Pets Contest • Vote for your favorite and support the PLAY 

Scholarship. 

1-4 p.m. • Car Show • View our classic car competition. • Amphitheater 

1-4 p.m. • Doggie Paddle • Dogs can take a swim at the Aquatic Center. 

1-4 p.m. • S&S Farms Petting Zoo • Kids Corner 

1:30-4:30 p.m. • Fanfare • Main Stage 

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should “have an opportunity for a 

productive work life,” and currently 

employ two people with intellectual 

disabilities. 

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Culver’s honored as Business of the Year 

Dan and Valerie Siemer 

for schools and bus drivers, and gift 

cards for teachers. They also have 

worked on fundraisers with local 

churches and athletic groups. 

Dan also loves hosting “Custard and 

a Cave” for day camps, school classes 

and Scout groups at Seibert Park, 

which is located directly behind Culver’s 

at the Southeast corner of Manchester 

and Sulphur Spring roads. 

The cave at the park is not a natural 

cave, but rather a cellar once used for 

storing beer. A brewery was on the park 

site from 1850-1870. After fires burnt 

the brewery to the ground twice, it 

closed. The property was donated 

to the city of Manchester in 1979. 

Dan and Valerie have five children 

and the whole family have 

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their time at the restaurant 

and time 

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Bob and Kay Bell named Citizens of the Year 

After retiring from the military, 

Bob and Kay Bell settled in Manchester, 

where they raised their 

children. 

Bob retired as a senior chief in 

the Navy after 24 years of service, 

including service in the Vietnam 

War. Kay served 12 years as an 

ohmbudsman, which is a communication 

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While in Manchester, Bob and 

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Bob Strothkamp named parade grand marshal 

Bob Strothkamp 

Bob Strothkamp will lead the 

annual Manchester Homecoming 

parade as its Grand Marshal. 

Raised in the city of Manchester, 

Strothkamp and his brother, 

Harry, opened Strothkamp’s 

Paint Center in 1956. 

Their first location was next 

door to the family home. For 65 

years, the company, now located 

in Ballwin, has been a staple in 

the West County area. 

“Bob has played a large role in 

the city of Manchester history, 

despite moving his family and 

business to the Ballwin area,” 

said Parks, Recreation & Arts 

Director Kat Schien. “Selecting 

the parade’s grand marshal is about recognizing 

people who have given back to 

the community. Bob grew up here, raised 

his family here and owned a business 

here and throughout his life has given 

immensely to the community.” 

Over the years, Bob has served with a 

variety of groups including the West St. 

Louis County Chamber of Commerce. 

Additionally, Strothkamp Brothers is a 

proud supporter of the Gary Sinise Foundation, 

donating paint to complete the 

home of Officer Mike and Sarah Flamion. 

Bob celebrated his 88th birthday in 

July. He is an avid baseball fan and 

played local ball for many years, including 

being a catcher for the White Sox 

Single A’s team. 

He and his wife, Fran, raised three 

boys in the Manchester area and now say 

they enjoy a wonderful time with family 

and their many grandchildren. 



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The Manchester Parks, Recreation, and Arts staff would like to thank its wonderful 

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Here is a list of August gardening recommendations 

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Ornamentals 

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• Annuals may appear leggy and worn 

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• Deadhead annuals and perennials as 

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• Divide oriental poppies. 

• Feed mums, asters and other fall-blooming 

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• Roses should receive no further nitrogen 

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• Powdery mildew on lilacs is unsightly, 

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• Madonna lilies, bleeding heart (Dicentra) 

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Lawns 

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Fruits 

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• Thornless blackberries are ripening. 

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• Spray peach and other stone fruits now 

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• Fall-bearing red raspberries are ripening. 

• Sprays will be necessary to protect late 

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Miscellaneous 

• Soak shrubs periodically during dry 

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• Once bagworms reach full size, insecticides 

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• Watch Scotch and Austrian pines now for 

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Prune and destroy infected parts. 

• Clean out cold frames to prepare for fall 

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Slow leaks stemming from loose pipes 

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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 

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pipes under their sinks, around toilets and 

those leading to showers and tubs every 3 to 

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time, especially if the pipe is made from PVC 

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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 

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Having high-quality gutters that are sized 

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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 

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home’s construction. Hairline, vertical, 

diagonal and shrinkage cracks typically do 

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of moisture. 

Horizontal cracks can be the result of 

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the aesthetic, although that is a major advantage, 

especially when it comes to resale 

value. Updating your kitchen and bath is 

also an opportunity to introduce new technology 

and enhancements that improve the 

function of these high-traffic rooms. 

Modern styles simplify everyday living 

and can make contemporary entertaining 

more enjoyable. The sleek lines of modern 

design lend themselves to a clean look, 

which is supported by hidden features that 

make organization easier. 

Smart Technology 

Although the idea of a connected home 

isn’t new, technology is steadily improving. 

This means smart features are now 

often more affordable, easily integrated into 

the rest of your home and available to help 

manage a wider range of household items. 

In the kitchen, you can add smart technology 

in numerous ways, from appliances 

and climate control to lighting and window 

treatments. For example, touch-to-open 

and push-to-open doors and drawers create 



Technical upgrades for modern kitchens and baths 

a sleek, modern design while opening and 

closing with either a push or touch of a 

button for convenience. 

Similar diversity is available in the 

bathroom, where you can incorporate 

connected health and fitness monitors, 

touchless toilets, mirrors that double as 

information centers, towel warmers and 

even showers that automatically adjust to 

your preferred temperature. 

Paint 

Changing the colors in a space is one of the 

most effective ways to transform the decor, 

but the walls aren’t the only place where 

paint can make a big impact, especially in 

rooms like the kitchen or bathroom, where 

the cabinetry can make a bold statement. 

Black is a hallmark of modern design and 

installing cabinetry with a black finish can 

instantly upgrade a room. To create visual 

interest, consider incorporating accent cabinets 

in a coordinating finish. 

Decorative Range Hoods 

An exposed range hood is a trendy look 

that can add sophistication to your kitchen. 

Treating this functional element as a statement 

piece gives you another place to 

showcase your style and create a sleek and 

modern look. If your hood is covered, consider 

making the cabinet door a focal point 

with a material such as back-painted glass. 

Multi-Purpose Sinks 

While your sink has some obvious functions, 

you can upgrade the space for even 

more practical use. Some of the latest sink 

design innovations include built-in features 

such as cutting boards, colanders, bowls, 

drying racks and compost areas. In addition, 

motion activated wastebaskets with separate 

compost or recycling containers provide 

hands-free access to reduce unwanted messes. 

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 

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tend to be the hub of the home, it’s important 

to maintain a homey feel while adding 

the luxury of modern features. Using warm 

colors, gold-toned hardware and sleek door 

styles can deliver a glamorous yet welcoming 

design. Find more ideas to modernize 

your living space at wellborn.com. 

Free-Standing Tubs 

A luxurious soaking tub is a top demand for 

many homeowners, and trends are moving 

toward free-standing options that create a 

focal point in an oasis-like bathroom. You 

may be envisioning an old-fashioned clawfoot 

style, but there are numerous modern 

takes on the traditional version that can fit 

seamlessly into your modern design scheme. 

Wood-Look Flooring 

Natural wood floors were once the gold 

standard, but thanks to improvements in the 

quality and appearance of laminate and vinyl 

products, you can find alternative flooring in 

even high-end homes. Laminate and vinyl 

planks give the same look as wood (or stone, 

if you prefer) to complement a modern aesthetic, 

usually at a lower price point and 

with greater durability over time. 

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Community Events 

for Older Adults 

CLASSES (Classes marked with an * are free.) 

n CANVAS PAINTING - NIGHT STARRY NIGHT • Wednesday, 

Sept. 22 • 6-8 p.m. • Schroeder Park • Resident $20; all others $26 

• Registration required. 

n CREATIVITY BREAKS • Monday, Sept. 27: Adult Coloring • 1-3 

p.m. • Schroeder Park • Registration required. • Residents $5; all 

others $6.50 (supplies included) 

n CROCHET AMIGURUMI • Thursdays, Sept. 16-Oct. 7 • 7-8:30 p.m. 

• Schroeder Park • Residents $50; all others $65 • Registration required. 

n INTRO TO WATERCOLORS • Mondays • Sept. 13-Oct. 25 • 10 

a.m.-noon • The Pointe at Ballwin Commons • Registration required. 

• VIP $110; all others $125 

n SENIOR EDUCATION SERIES* • City Hall • Tuesdays • 10-11 

a.m. • Sept. 21 - Senior Nutrition • Oct. 19 - Medical Equipment 

n SENIOR PAINTING • Fridays • 9:30-11 a.m. • Schroeder Park • 

Drop-in classes. • Free • All abilities. 

n SENIOR PANEL DISCUSSION* • City Hall • Tuesdays • 10-11 

a.m. • Sept. 7 - Understanding Senior Living Community Options • 

Oct. 5 - Estate & Financial Planing Made Easy 

n SENIOR SEMINAR ON WELLNESS* • Tuesday, Aug. 24 • 10- 

11:30 a.m. • Bluebird Park Administration Building • To register, call 

(314) 328-5715 or email Julie@seniorlearninginstitute.com. 

FITNESS & SPORTS (Classes marked with an * are free.) 

n 50-PLUS & FIT • Mondays, 8-8:45 a.m. or 10:20-11:05 a.m. or 

11:20 a.m.-12:05 p.m. • Wednesdays, 11-11:45 a.m. • Fridays, 11:20 

a.m.-12:05 p.m. • The Pointe at Ballwin Commons • Drop-in classes. 

• Class size: 12 • Platinum free; residents $7; all others $9 

n CLASSIC SILVER SNEAKERS • Tuesdays, Wednesdays & 

Fridays • 9-9:45 a.m. • The Pointe at Ballwin Commons • Drop-in 

classes. • Platinum free; residents $7; all others $9 

n DISC GOLF * • Open Play • Daily • 6 a.m.-10 p.m. • Bluebird Park 

n DISC GOLF* • Open Play • Daily • 8 a.m.-dark • Schroeder Park 

CITY CONTACT INFORMATION FOR REGISTRATION AND QUESTIONS 

n Ballwin To register, call (636) 227- 

8950 or visit ballwin.mo.us • Ballwin Golf 

Course, 333 Holloway Road • The Pointe, 

1 Ballwin Commons Circle 

n Chesterfield To register, call 

(636) 812-9500 or email olderadults@ 

chesterfield.mo.us • City Hall, 690 

Chesterfield Parkway West • Chesterfield 

Valley Athletic Complex, 17925 N. Outer 

40 • Central Park, 16365 Lydia Hill Drive 

n GOLF BEGINNING LESSONS • Thursdays, Sept. 9-Oct. 7 • 

7-7:45 p.m. • Big Bend Golf Center • Must pre-register • Residents 

$99; all others $129 • Call (636) 391-6326, ext. 400 

n FALL GOLF CLINIC • Sundays, Sept. 12-Oct. 10 • 2-3 p.m. • 

Ballwin Golf course & Big Bend Driving Center • VIP $99; all others 

$109 • Registration required. 

n FIT 4 ALL • Tuesdays • 11-11:45 p.m. • The Pointe at Ballwin 

Commons • Drop-in classes. • Platinum free; residents $7; all others $9 

n PICKLEBALL* • Open Play • Daily • Dawn to dusk • Chesterfield 

Valley Athletic Complex 

n MORNING PICKLEBALL CLINICS • Sept. 9 & 23; Oct. 7 & 21 • 

9-10:30 a.m. (beginner); 10:30-noon (intermediate) • Chesterfield Valley 

Athletic Complex • Registration required. • $10 per class; cash only. 

n EVENING PICKLEBALL CLINICS • Sept. 21 & Oct. 19 • 4-5:30 

p.m. (beginner); 5:30-7 p.m. (intermediate) • Chesterfield Valley 

Athletic Complex • Registration required. • $10 per class; cash only. 

n PICKLEBALL* • Open Play • Daily • 6 a.m.-10 p.m. • Bluebird Park 

n PICKLEBALL* • Open Play • Daily • 8 a.m.-9 p.m. • Schroeder Park 

n BEGINNING PICKLEBALL CLASS • Thursdays, Sept. 16-Oct. 

7 • 5-6 p.m. • Schroeder Park • Registration required. • Residents 

$40; all others $52. 

n PICKLEBALL* • Open Play • Daily • New Ballwin Park and 

Holloway Park; Call The Pointe at Ballwin Commons for pickleball 

information at that location. 

n TENNIS* • Open Play • Daily • 6 a.m.-10 p.m. • Bluebird Park 

n TENNIS LESSONS • Monday & Wednesday evenings • Sept. 

1-29 • 6-7 p.m. • Bluebird Park • Residents $80; all others $85 

n VITALITY IN MOTION • Wednesdays, Aug. 25-Oct. 6 • 10:30- 

11:15 a.m. • Dance-based fitness. • Schroeder Park • Registration 

required. • Residents $30; all others $39 

n WATER AEROBICS • Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. • Mondays, 

Wednesdays & Fridays, 9:30 a.m. • Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:45 p.m. 

• Drop-in classes (Class size: 28) • The Pointe at Ballwin Commons 

• Platinum free; residents $7; all 

n Ellisville To register, call (636) 

227-7508 or visit ellisville.recdesk.com • 

Bluebird Park, 225 Kiefer Creek Road 

n Manchester To register, call 

(636) 391-6326, ext 401 or 402, or visit 

manchestermo.gov or email shardesty@ 

manchestermo.gov • Schroeder Park 

Building, 359 Old Meramec Station Road 

n Wildwood To register, call (636) 458- 

0440 or visit wildwoodmo.recdesk.com • 

Wildwood City Hall, 16860 Main St. 

others $9 

n ABLT [Water Aerobics] • 

Tuesdays & Thursdays • 9:30 a.m. 

• Drop-in classes (Class size: 28) 

• The Pointe at Ballwin Commons 

• Platinum free; residents $7; all 

others $9 

n JOINTS IN MOTION 

[Water Aerobics] • Mondays, 

Wednesdays & Fridays • 10:30 

a.m. • Drop-in classes (Class 

size: 28) • The Pointe at Ballwin 

Commons • Platinum free; 

Brought to you by 

residents $7; all others $9 

n CHAIR YOGA • Tuesdays at 1:30-2:30 p.m. • Residents free; 

all others $5 per class • Registration is required, but can be made 

online up to one day prior to class. Visit www.cityofwildwood.com to 

register. • Virtual option available. 

n YOGA SLOW FLOW • Fridays at 11 a.m.-noon • Residents free; 

all others $5 per class • Registration is required, but can be made 

online up to one day prior to class. Visit www.cityofwildwood.com to 

register and learn more. • Virtual option available. 

n SENIOR YOGA • Thursdays, Sept. 2-23 • 9 a.m. • Central Park • 

Registration required. • $30 per session. 

SOCIAL & SPECIAL INTEREST 

n BBQ BASH • Wednesday, Sept. 29 • 11a.m. • Central Park East 

Pavilion • Bill Forness performs • Registration required. • Free. 

n BINGO • Second & Fourth Wednesdays • Aug. 25, Sept. 8 & 22, 

Oct. 13 & 27 • 11 a.m.-1 p.m. • Chesterfield Mall, Lower Level Food 

Court • Registration is required; space is limited. • Cost is $5 per 

person; includes lunch. 

n BROWN BAG BINGO • First & Third Wednesdays • September 

through May • 10 a.m.-1 p.m. • The Pointe at Ballwin Commons • 

Registration required. • $3 per day. • 30-person maximum. 

n MORNING BINGO • First & Third Thursdays, beginning Sept. 2 

• 9-10:30 a.m. • Schroeder Park • $2 per day 

n BLOOD DRIVE • Thursday, Sept. 9 • 2-6 p.m. • Bluebird Park 

Administration Buidling • Register by calling (314) 227-7508 or at 

www.redcrossblood.org. 

n BOOK CLUB • Third Tuesdays • Schroeder Park • 11 a.m.-noon 

• Sept. 21: “The Library Book” by Susan Orlean 

n BRIDGE • Monday, Sept. 20 • Open play 1-3 p.m. • Schroeder 

Park • $1 per day. 

n BRIDGE • Tuesdays • September through May • Open play 10 

a.m.-noon • The Pointe at Ballwin Commons • Free 

n ELECTRONIC RECYCLING • Thursday, Sept. 2 • Noon-5 p.m. • 

Bluebird Park • Fees apply for some items. For more information on 

those items and what Adonis can collect, visit ellisville.mo.us. 

n ICE CREAM SOCIAL • Friday, Aug. 20 • 2-4 p.m. • Central Park 

East Pavilion, 16365 Lydia Hill Drive 

n LOAP (Lafayette Older Adult Program) Second & Fourth 

Mondays, September through May • 10 a.m -1 p.m. • Ballwin 

Golf Course Banquet Room • Entertainment, speakers, bingo 

and socializing. • Bring lunch; drinks and dessert provided. • No 

registration needed. • $2 per day. • Open to all. 

n MAH JONGG • Mondays, Aug. 30 & Sept. 20 • Open play 1-3 

p.m. • Schroeder Park • $1 per day. 

n MAH JONGG LEARN TO PLAY • Monday, Aug. 30 • 1-3 p.m. • 

Schroeder Park • $1 per person. 

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Serving 

Our 

SeniOrS 

A special advertising section 

SeniorS Home Care 

Founder Kit Whittington and CEO Ryan Whittington 

504 Marshall Avenue • St. Louis 

636.225.2600 • seniorshomecare.com 

Seniors Home Care has been serving St. Louis for 33 years and we are here for you during the COVID-19 

pandemic. Their mission of making “home” the best place to live has never been more important. 

In the constantly changing environment of the COVID-19 pandemic, they are adapting and improving their 

procedures to ensure best-of-the-best service safely. Protective masks, gloves and proper handwashing techniques 

allow Seniors Home Care to continue to provide essential care for their clients. 

Seniors Home Care was established after founder, Kit Whittington, RN, discovered her calling while caring for her 

grandmother. The experience inspired her to start a company that hired, trained and retained dependable staff to 

match with clients of all needs and ages. Ryan Whittington, Kit’s son, was named CEO in 2017 and has continued his 

mother’s vision to serve other families by providing dignified care with compassion. If you or a loved one are in need 

of assistance, Seniors Home Care is here to help. Call them today to learn more. 

Bethesda Meadow 

Bethesda Health Group 

322 Old State Road • Ellisville • 636.227.3431 • www.BethesdaHealth.org 

Celebrating 32 years of serving seniors and featuring refurbished, private rooms for those in need of therapy before 

returning home, Bethesda Meadow is a premiere choice for quality senior care in West County! 

Bethesda Meadow’s 14-acre campus in suburban West St. Louis County provides its residents and their guests with 

an opportunity to enjoy the peace and serenity of a relaxed, comforting environment. 

At Bethesda Meadow, they are diligent about their commitment to keeping their residents and staff healthy and safe, 

and we have made the COVID-19 vaccine available to all their residents and staff. 

At Bethesda Meadow, residents are cordially invited to participate in a wide variety of engaging activities and events, 

including Music Therapy, to enrich their lives. 

Bethesda Meadow is an award-winning member of Bethesda Health Group, with experienced staff who work 

diligently to provide the care your loved one needs. 

Contact Susan at (636) 449-1651 for more information.

Parc Provence 

Leading the way in memory care 

605 Coeur De Ville Drive • Creve Coeur • 314.542.2500 • www.ParcProvence.com 

Change can act as a significant stressor, even if the changes are 

wanted or needed. That struggle can be even more profound for 

people with Alzheimer’s disease and other cognitive diseases – and 

the loved ones who support them. For many with memory issues, 

one common and significant change is the move from home care 

to a residential-care community. As you begin to plan for this kind 

of transition, you can reduce anxiety by minimizing the number of 

moves your loved one must make and offer your loved one a sense of 

familiarity and continuity. 

Some residential communities offer care for people in the early 

stages of Alzheimer’s but are not prepared to provide an effective and 

adaptable treatment plan as the disease progresses. 

“At Parc Provence, a licensed skilled-nursing community, we 

specialize in caring for people with dementia,” said Administrator 

Kathy Aragon. “That specialization includes providing all residents with 

support and medical care at each stage of the disease.” 

“Dementia is challenging, not only for those diagnosed with the 

illness but also for families struggling to understand the impact of this 

condition,” Aragon said. “Families of seniors in need of memory care are 

looking for education, support, and compassionate care.” 

With more than 30 years of nursing experience, Aragon’s career 

has focused on long-term care. She understands that dementia is 

challenging for those with the illness and for their loved ones who 

must come to terms with the disease. 

“Many of our families have chosen Parc Provence because they want 

a residential community that offers memory care and medical expertise 

at all stages,” Aragon said. 

The expert staff has completed extensive training in all aspects of 

dementia and Alzheimer’s care. Medical director Dr. David B. Carr and 

associate medical director Dr. Lenise Cummings-Vaughn are leading 

specialists in Alzheimer’s disease and geriatric medicine at Washington 

University School of Medicine. They bring the latest advances in 

memory care, ensuring all residents receive the best care available. 

“The expertise Drs. Carr and Cummings-Vaughn bring to Parc 

Provence influences everything we do, from providing appropriate 

daily activities to monitoring their nutritional needs,” Aragon said. “It 

is important for adults with memory issues to stay active and keep 

their minds busy. Research shows that socialization and engagement 

improve brain health. We offer the kind of therapies, activities, and onsite 

medical care that make an effective difference in the lives of people 

with dementia.” 

Parc Provence offers extensive programs, one-on-one services, and 

amenities tailored to each resident’s cognitive and social abilities. 

“We conduct regular assessments of each resident’s abilities and 

needs to allow for individual change,” Aragon said. “Our wide range of 

programs and activities are designed to enhance the strengths of all 

residents and connect with their old memories, thereby enabling them 

to function at their highest potential.” 

Though a move to a residential community like Parc Provence – one 

that offers personalized treatment plans and a continuum of care – may 

eliminate the need for another relocation in the future, the process may 

still prove stressful for all involved. 

Aragon said, “We work with new residents and their families before 

the move and can offer advice and support that will help make the 

transition easier. Our residents’ comfort and care are our top priority.” 

To learn more about Parc Provence’s individualized continuum of care, 

designed for people at all stages of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, 

visit ParcProvence.com or call (314) 542-2500 to schedule a tour.




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TransiTions For senior Living 

Sharon Balleau, Senior Care Advisor 

314.606.8531 • 314.960.0519 • www.stlseniors.com 

Transitions For Senior Living is a free, hands-on elder care advising service that helps St. Louis seniors and their families 

find appropriate care when living independently is no longer a safe option. Sharon Balleau, senior care advisor, works 

closely with area independent, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing communities to find the best level of care 

for each person’s individual needs. 

Locally owned and operated, Transitions for Senior Living is committed to personalized service, taking the time to 

meet with families to understand the unique needs of the seniors and their family.This process takes into account each 

individuals’ physical, cognitive, financial, geographical, spiritual and social care needs. Their care advisors pare down the 

best choices, arrange and accompany families on tours to ask appropriate questions, to help them make the best educated 

decision for their loved one – Transitions stays involved throughout the entire process. 

With more than eight years in the senior industry, Sharon provides unbiased and professional advice to help make the 

best decision possible, whether you’re planning ahead or in crisis-mode. 

“St. Louis has many good options for senior living, but they are not one size fits all,” Sharon explained. “We can help. Call 

or visit online for more information.” 

Beaven Insurance 

Kathy Beaven, Independent Broker 

16024 Manchester Road • Ellisville • 636.549.3800 • www.kathybeaven.com 

Kathy Beaven of Beaven Insurance LLC has been helping clients with Medicare Insurance Planning for more than 14 years 

on a range of topics that seniors face, such as: “Why do I need another plan with Medicare?,”“What is the difference between 

Medicare Supplement and a Medicare Advantage Plan?,” “Why do I need a drug plan if I don’t take any drugs?” and “What 

about Dental and Vision Insurance?” 

“Many people are bombarded with information from different carriers about the Medicare products they offer, and it can be 

hard to sort through it all”, Kathy said. “My goal is to get to know my clients and their expectations, and advise them on the 

Medicare Products that will best fit their lifestyle and budget. Insurance is definitely not a one size fits all.” 

If you want to learn more about Medicare, call today for an appointment. 

Quinn EstatE and EldEr law, llC 

Katie M. Miles, Brian G. Quinn and Gregory F. Quinn 

14611 Manchester Road • Manchester • 636.394.7242 • www.quinnestatelaw.com 

Quinn Estate & Elder Law, LLC is dedicated to your peace of mind. Choosing the right law firm to assist you 

in navigating the complex issues related to your estate and elder law planning is crucial. Now, more than ever, 

it is important to make sure that you have the right team of professionals assisting you. The history of Quinn 

Estate & Elder Law, LLC spans two generations and over forty years in the St. Louis area. Their attorneys have 

the experience, expertise, and specialty to help you achieve your family’s goals through estate planning and 

ways to avoid the devastating costs of a long-term care crisis. Brian G. Quinn recently received the Certified 

Elder Law Attorney (CELA®) certification from the National Elder Law Foundation. As a CELA®, Brian maintains a 

high level of knowledge and experience, making him well prepared to assist seniors with long-term care issues. 

Their firm can help craft tailored solutions to meet your needs and protect your assets using specialized 

trusts and other documents which avoid probate, honor healthcare decisions, maintain quality of life and care, 

create a legacy for your family and give you peace of mind. Call them today for your free consultation. 

The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.

The GaTesworTh 

Wellness is our way of life 

One McKnight Place • St. Louis • 314.993.0111 • www.TheGatesworth.com 

Advancing age doesn’t have to mean being less active. In fact, 

many residents at The Gatesworth are more active than ever. 

“There’s always something going on here,” said Carrie Montrey, 

executive director of The Gatesworth, a senior living community 

in St. Louis. “The people who live here are engaged and involved. 

We’re happy to offer the kinds of classes and events that help them 

enjoy life.” 

Studies show that regular physical, social and intellectual activity 

helps people stay healthier and feel younger while they age. That 

truth has empowered countless older adults to remain relevant 

and vital. 

The benefits of exercise for physical and emotional health for older 

adults cannot be overstated. Better mood, better immune system, 

better balance — and of course stronger bones and muscles — are 

just a few advantages of staying physically active. 

Knowing all this, it’s not surprising that residents of senior living 

communities like The Gatesworth are more likely than their stayat-home 

counterparts to be happy with their daily lives, spend 

more time connecting and engaging with people, spend less time 

watching television and say that their health is better today than it 

was two years ago, according to Montrey. 

“We want our community to inspire a vibrant, active lifestyle,” 

said Montrey. “If you walk our grounds and buildings, that’s exactly 

what you’ll see.” 

In addition to their activities in the greater community, people 

who choose to live at The Gatesworth can walk garden paths or 

tend flowers in the greenhouse. They can practice golf on the 

putting green, play billiards, paint a landscape, roll out a yoga 

mat or hit the weight room — all within a short walk from their 

doorstep. 

Amenities include a heated, indoor saltwater pool and an 

onsite spa. Fitness classes such as tai chi and water exercise led 

by instructors and personal trainers who can also create individual 

fitness plans. Residents may choose from three onsite restaurants 

to meet their casual and fine-dining needs. Residents can engage 

in as much or as little as they want. The choice is always theirs. 

A lecture-and-discussion series features renowned experts from a 

wide range of fields, including history, politics, science, journalism, 

literature, foreign language and the arts. 

Attendees can prepare to expand their minds as they grow in 

knowledge and gain an enhanced appreciation of topics relevant 

to them. 

For music lovers, members of the St. Louis Symphony 

Orchestra and other musical organizations regularly perform at 

The Gatesworth. 

“It’s all part of the exceptional service and experiences we’re 

known for,” Montrey said. 

As a community designed to offer older adults exceptional living, 

The Gatesworth ensures that physical and intellectual programs 

and events are woven into the fabric of daily life. After all, it’s 

relatively easy to stay active in the right environment. 

To learn more, please contact our leasing counselors who are 

available for questions about The Gatesworth. 

Visit TheGatesworth.com or call (314) 993-0111.




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Schrupp Senior ServiceS 

Randy Schrupp, Owner 

226 Oak Park Village Drive • Wildwood • 314.496.0140 • randy_schrupp@msn.com 

Randy Schrupp with Schrupp Senior Services began representing Medicare plans in late 2007; since then, he has 

enrolled over 900 senior clients. In an effort to provide unbiased guidance in choosing the best Medicare plan for each 

individual, Randy became a broker in 2014, representing multiple plans and companies. Randy also represents multiple 

companies for Long Term Care insurance. 

Randy provides advice and council to clients on other issues regarding health and aging. Recently, Randy teamed up 

with the Mid-County Senior Resource Team, a network of vetted, caring professionals, who help seniors age in place, 

maintain their financial stability, and better navigate the stages of aging. 

Each month, Schrupp Senior Services meets with 30 other senior service professionals and, together, they network to find 

solutions for their clients. Those services include transportation and companion services; obtaining medical and custodial 

care at home; finding elder law services for wills and trusts; home modifications and handyman services; downsizing 

and moving; finding an appropriate senior care facility; and updating, listing and selling your home. Contact Randy and 

connect to this valuable network as needs arise. 

Cape albeon 

3380 Lake Bend Drive • St. Louis • 636.861.3200 • www.capealbeon.com 

At Cape Albeon, residents enjoy an active and gracious lifestyle in a picturesque, faith-based lakeside community. 

Established and trusted, the nonprofit community has earned its reputation for superior amenities, services and a dedicated staff. 

The Cottage Homes feature spacious, light-filled rooms with two bedrooms, two baths, walk-in closets, a full kitchen, fireplace, 

washer/dryer, vaulted ceilings, garage and choice of patio, screened-in porch or three-season room. 

The Harbor Retirement Living Apartments are spacious with one or two bedrooms, a full kitchen, walk-in closets, large bath and 

a patio or porch. Tall ceilings and large windows bring an open feeling. Amenities include lake-view dining, a fitness studio, pool, 

media room, library and lovely, non-denominational chapel. 

The Village Assisted Living Apartments offer private apartments with licensed care. Residents enjoy three daily meals, medication 

management, bath/dress assistance, laundry/housekeeping and 24-hour care by certified staff. There are no entry fees on 

apartments! 

Short-term Respite Care in Assisted Living provides furnished apartments for a caregiver or transitional care for those recovering 

from illness or injury. The Cove Memory Care Household opened in January 2021 and offers 19 private apartments in a secure 

environment. Visit capealbeon.com to learn more. 

Gambrill Gardens 

1 Strecker Road • Ellisville • 636.394.2992 • www.gambrillgardens.com 

Gambrill Gardens has been serving the community for over 40 years. Located in Ellisville, their exquisitely 

renovated expansion includes a fitness center with a complimentary personal trainer, charming bistro, daily 

social activities, movie theater, business center and more. Gambrill Gardens sits on 25 beautiful acres of 

breathtaking grounds and walking trails that includes a serene 200 seat chapel with a full-time chaplain. 

Gambrill Gardens offers one- and two-bedroom spacious apartment homes with complimentary shuttle 

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“We want our residents to maintain their independence by staying healthy and maximizing their connections 

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nurturing meaningful relationships. Residents are passionate about 

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With 30 years of experience in top-quality senior living, McKnight 

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let everyone know the day-to-day care will be at a very high level. 

Catering to the needs of residents and their families, the staff works 

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Residents can fill their days with an exciting calendar of events with 

activities ranging from fitness classes and educational workshops to 

concerts and happy hours. Life at McKnight Place is full of possibilities 

for enjoying whatever inspires you and a community where your 

comfort, health and well-being are at the heart of everything they do. 

Residents at McKnight Place enjoy exceptional meals prepared by 

award-winning Executive Chef Lyons. Each and every dish is expertly 

crafted with the freshest, highest-quality ingredients while keeping 

each individual’s nutritional requirements in mind. Loved ones can 

choose from a variety of freshly prepared and well-balanced menu 

options at breakfast, lunch, and dinner. 

“Taste is never compromised, and every dish is prepared to ensure 

that residents’ health needs and our high standards are met,” Lyons 

says. “We use the freshest ingredients possible to create meals that 

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McKnight Place has luxury apartments, ranging in size from large 

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McKnight Place also has 27 special memory-care suites for senior 

adults of all cognitive abilities. The suites have been designed to 

provide a secure and supportive lifestyle that maintains the look, 

feel and familiarity of each resident’s homes. 

McKnight Place also features beautifully-landscaped gardens, 

outdoor spaces and walking paths. The community has all-inclusive 

services, plus amenities like a theater, art room, greenhouse, and 

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FAMILY & KIDS 

Family-friendly destination detours for fall 

By LYDIA JOST 

The time for long summer vacations has 

come to an end. But these destinations are 

a must-see and are only two hours away or 

less from St. Louis. Perfect for weekend 

getaways, even after the kids head back to 

school. 

Walk on the wild side 

Looking for an exotic, unusual getaway? 

The Crown Ridge Tiger Sanctuary, 19620 

Crown Ridge Road in Ste. Genevieve, is 

the perfect answer. Get up close and personal 

with big cats Gracie, Thor and Izzy, 

while experiencing their daily routines at 

Crown Ridge. 

The sanctuary is a nonprofit organization, 

big cat rescue and educational facility. The 

sanctuary offers permanent life-long care 

for abused, unwanted and neglected big 

cats. Crown Ridge is dedicated to providing 

these cats with a healthy, interactional 

and caring environment. 

Tiger keepers guide 45-minute walking 

tours of the facility on Thursdays through 

Sundays. For some morning action, try out 

the early bird tour at 10 a.m. on tour days. 

As the first visitors in the sanctuary for the 

day, guests can watch the tigers eat their 

morning snack and explore their enclosure 

and yard. The VIP tour, a 90-minute interactive 

tour, allows guests to throw enrichment 

items to cats and watch live feedings. 

A word of caution: Pets are strictly prohibited 

on sanctuary grounds. 

More to explore: In the bluffs of Ste. 

Genevieve the possibilities are endless, 

including state parks, wineries, fine dining, 

historic areas and museums. See cave formations 

and incredible waterfalls at Pickle 

Springs Natural Area and natural water 

springs at Hawn State Park. Have a glass 

of wine underground at Cave Vineyard or 

at the classic Crown Valley Winery. 

For even more things to do, visit visitstegen.com. 

Put on your top hat 

Are you thinkin’ about Lincoln? If so, 

you must check out the many historic Lincoln 

locations in Springfield, Illinois. 

First on the list is the Abraham Lincoln 

Presidential Museum, 212 N. Sixth St. in 

Springfield, Illinois, where guests can “step 

inside” Lincoln’s life. With eight museum 

exhibits, four outdoor exhibits, a library 

and event rental space – this museum truly 

has it all. General admission for adults is 

$15. Children aged 5-15 are $6, children 

aged 4 and younger are free. To purchase 

tickets, visit presidentlincoln.illinois.gov. 

Lincoln’s home, 413 S. 8th St. in Springfield, 

is definitely something not to miss. 

He lived here from 1844-1861 before 

becoming the 16th President of the United 

States. The home has been completely 

restored to its original appearance. Free 

tickets are available at the Lincoln Home 

Visitors Center. Tours are conducted by 

National Park Service rangers. For information 

regarding Lincoln’s home, visit, 

visitspringfieldillinois. 

com or nps.gov and 

clicking Illinois. 

Go back 200 years 

in time at Lincoln’s 

New Salem historic site, 

15588 History Lane in 

Petersburg, Illinois. See 

firsthand the reconstructed 

village where 

Lincoln spent time as 

a young man. The site has 12 log houses, 

the Rutledge Tavern, 10 workshops, stores, 

mills and a schoolhouse. Take yourself 

back to the 1830s with this authentic recreation 

of old New Salem. Historic interpreters 

demonstrate life in New Salem during 

the years that Lincoln was there. 

Year-round events include a children’s 

day, music festivals and the October fall 

festival. For more information, visit lincolnsnewsalem.com. 

Finally, honor Abe by visiting his tomb 

site at 1500 Monument Ave. (Oak Ridge 

Cemetery) in Springfield. The large, granite 

monument is the final resting place 

of Lincoln, his wife, Mary, and three of 

their sons. After the first renovation of 

the tomb site, Lincoln’s remains were 

moved down 10 feet below the marble 

floor. Check out the bronze Lincoln head 

outside the monument and rub his golden 

nose for good luck. 

For information regarding Lincoln’s 

memorial, visit visitspringfieldillinois.com 

or lincolntomb.org. 

Meet Larry, Lucy, Jessica and Jenny at Warm Springs Ranch. 

(Source: Warm Springs Ranch/July 2021) 

Horse around at Warm Springs 

The place where legends are born – 

Warm Springs Ranch – is located at 25270 

Hwy. 98 in Booneville, Missouri. 

The home of the iconic Budweiser 

Clydesdales, Warm Springs is home to 

more than 70 Clydesdales ranging from 

foals to stallions. The 300-acre facility 

features mare, stallion and foaling barns, a 

veterinary lab and 10 pastures: each with a 

customized walk-in shelter. 

But Warm Springs is more than just 

animal fun, guests can also see the beer 

wagons, harnesses and luxury trailers that 

are used for Budweiser Clydesdale events. 

Choose between a VIP tour (from $500) 

and guided walking tour (from $15). For 

booking information, visit warmspringsranch.com/tours. 

Halfway between Kansas City and St. 

Louis, Boonville sits off Interstate 70. Eat 

and shop locally, while seeing historic 

attractions, such as the old jail and hanging 

barn, the Roslyn Heights Mansion and the 

Cooper County historical society. 

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IMAGINE • TRY • EXPLORE 

IMAGINE: Imagine being able to witness the beauty of Japan while immersing yourself in the language and culture. Thankfully, 

there’s an opportunity to do so locally at the Missouri Botanical Garden’s Japanese Festival, from Sept. 4-6. The event has been a 

local staple since 1977. The 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. Learn 

more at mobot.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: Ever wanted to get up close with local herds of elk and bison? Adventurous explorers can take advantage of the Lone 

Elk Special Access Passes, which are now being offered by St. Louis County Parks. Visitors are able to observe the elk and bison 

during their morning feeding ritual. A ranger will talk about the animals and their habits. Learn more at stlouiscountymo.gov 

under the “St. Louis County Parks” tab.



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Falling asleep while doing homework may mean your little one is not getting enough quality 

sleep at night. 


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 

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and exercise can interrupt normal sleep 

patterns making it difficult to fall asleep. 

Consuming caffeine close to bedtime can 

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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 

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• • • 

Fischer & Frichtel Homes presented 

Folds of Honor-St. Louis Chapter with 

a donation of $20,000. The contribution 

will support the organization’s mission 

of providing educational scholarships 

and support for the spouses and children 

of America’s fallen and disabled service 

members. Fischer & Frichtel is a partner 

of St. Louis Chapter and committed 

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Memorial Day and the 4th of July to the 

organization. 

• • • 

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Road in Chesterfield to offer complimentary 

services. 

• • • 

The complete renovation and redesign 

of 15Seventy, a 489-unit multifamily 

community located at 1570 Westmeade 

Drive in Chesterfield, has been unveiled. 

The community was previously branded 

as Westmont at Chesterfield and has since 

undergone extensive renovations, including 

the addition of a new WiFi cafe, fitness 

center, a redesigned open-concept 

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lobby and leasing center and updates to 

both the indoor and outdoor pools and 

tennis courts. 

PEOPLE 

Jeffrey Reeves is celebrating his 40th 

anniversary with American Family Insurance, 

16925 Manchester Road in Wildwood. 

As an agent, he serves West St. Louis County 

families with all their insurance needs. 

• • • 

Two Midas Hospitality executives 

recently were promoted. Linda Emmenegger 

has been named president and Linda 

Eigelberger as senior vice president of 

operations and marketing. 

EVENTS 

The West St. Louis Chamber of Commerce 

hosts its general membership 

meeting from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Thursday, 

Aug. 26 at Forest Hills Country Club, 

36 Forest Club Drive in Chesterfield. 

The guest speaker is Rhonda Hamm- 

Niebruegge, director of St. Louis Lambert 

International Airport. Admission is $30 

for members; $35 for nonmember guests. 

There is a $5 surcharge for registration less 

than 48 hours prior to the luncheon and for 

walk-ins. To register, call (636) 230-9900 

or visit westcountychamber.com. 

• • • 

The Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce 

hosts its general membership 

meeting at noon (doors open at 11:15 

a.m.) on Wednesday, Sept. 15 at Wings 

of Hope, 18370 Wings of Hope Blvd. 

in Chesterfield. Presentation is “NO 

SWEAT Public Speaking” by Fred E. 

Miller, speaker, international coach and 

author. Admission is $30 for members; 

$35 for guests. A $5 discount applies for 

registrations through the last date listed 

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

By SUZANNE CORBETT 

Massa’s of course! 

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.) 

“Our menus are a little different, but we 

all have the same recipes, good food and 

great service. And we have a fun doing it. 

That’s what keeps people coming back,” 

explained Jack. 

Customers have been returning to the 

Ballwin Massa’s since it opened in 1989. 

It’s a cozy, retro place and West County 

destination, renowned for a menu built 

on St. Louis Italian cuisine. All of the 

original dishes were created by Jack and 

his late brother, Bill, who established 

themselves as restaurateurs in 1974 when 

they opened the “Old Place” in Bridgeton. 

Their recipes haven’t changed much over 

the years. 

Take customer favorite Pepe Medallions, 

nine ounces of beef tenderloin cut 

into medallions and grilled to order; then 

finished with a creamy pepper sauce. 

Chicken Bianco, a Massa’s’ classic created 

in 1976, features a lightly breaded 

breast draped with a white wine mushroom 

sauce. It’s a recipe that helped to 

define St. Louis Italian cuisine. 

“We were the first to do Chicken Bianco. 

Once we put it on the menu, it started popping 

up on other menus,” Jack said. 

Massa’s’ menu provides plenty of 

choices, from appetizers to desserts. 

Begin with one of Massa’s’ gourmet 

appetizers such as steamed Blue Mussels, 

tossed with a garlic, white wine and 

clam sauce. It’s a sauce that beckons to 

be sopped up with crusty bread, which is 

provided table side. 

Other hard-to-resist first-course options 

include the hand-battered, deep fried 

artichoke hearts and the elegant Seafood 

Stuffed Portabella that overflow with 

clams, shrimp, scallops and cheese. It’s a 

to-die-for plate that seafood lovers can’t 

resist diving into. 

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Second course favorites 

include Beef Modiga, a 

nine-ounce, garlic-seasoned 

filet; Shrimp Scampi; 

and Parmesan Crusted 

White Fish, served with 

a delicate lemon cream 

sauce. Of course, there’s 

also pasta. Lots of pasta. 

There are 19 different 

pasta plates on the Ballwin 

menu, including Linguine 

Tamara, Chicken Pesto 

Pasta, Lasagna and Spaghetti 

Bolognese. Each 

pasta dish begins with 

pastas imported from Italy. 

“Our customers love our 

pastas,” Jack said. “Our 

Cajun Pasta and our homemade 

Pepe Medallions 

(Source: Massa’s) 

Cannelloni have been customer 

favorites for years.” 

Add a salad, either a Caesar or dinner 

salad, with your pasta or pizza, another 

house specialty. Every salad is made 

fresh and tossed with a dressing created 

by Jack’s wife and revered by customers. 

Described as an Italian ranch, it’s so good 

you’ll ask for the recipe – but you won’t 

get it. It’s a family secret. 

One thing that isn’t a secret is Massa’s’ 

recipe for success – great tasting food, 

stellar service and a fun atmosphere. It’s 

a recipe that has been enjoyed by generations. 

“People love to come here and enjoy 

themselves,” Massa said. “It’s really neat 

when people come in and say their parents 

use to bring them and they’re now 

bringing in their kids. Makes you feel 

good. That’s what this business is all 

about.” 

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BENEFITS 

The JCC Summer Book Sale is from 

Sunday, Aug. 22 through Thursday, Aug. 

26 at the Staenberg Family Complex, 2 

Millstone Campus Drive in Creve Coeur. 

Admission is $10 on Sunday, Aug. 22 (Preview 

Day) from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; admission 

is free Monday, Aug. 23-Wednesday, Aug. 

25 from 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; on Thursday, Aug. 

26 fill-a-bag for $5 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 

• • • 

The Knights of Columbus Fall Fling 

Bingo is at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.) 

on Saturday, Sept. 18 at Ascension Catholic 

Church, 230 Santa Maria in Chesterfield. 

Win over $500 in cash prizes. Cost 

is $25 advance fee or $30 at the door for 

15 games. Snacks and beverages available, 

including beer and wine. Ages 21-plus. For 

more information and to register, email 

bingo@ascensionkofc.org. 

• • • 

Neal Handler’s Kisses for Kaleb 2021 

Golf Benefit is at noon on Sunday, Oct. 17 

at the Aberdeen Golf Club, 4111 Crescent 

Road in Eureka. Shotgun start at 1 p.m.; 

dinner, raffle and the awards trophies will 

be at 6 p.m.. Gift prize of approximately 

$500 for a hole-in-one. The remaining 

par 3 has a prize of $10,000 for a hole-inone. 

Skins games are $20 per team; $100 

includes 18-hole scramble, cart, beer and 

soft drinks, plus dinner. Dinner-only option 

is $25. Register by Oct. 5. Visit facebook. 

com/Kalebsjourneys. 

CONCERTS & FESTIVALS 

A special Chesterfield Regional Chamber 

Summer Concert is from 5:30-10 p.m. 

(gates open at 4 p.m.) on Friday, Aug. 20 at 

Faust Park, 14941 Olive Blvd. Cost is $15 

per ticket. Food trucks and drinks available 

for purchase. Live performances by Falling 

Fences, Ron Holloway and Butchwax & the 

Hollywoods. Event to benefit A.R.C. Angels 

Foundation, which aims to raise awareness 

of and prevent youth suicide. For more 

information, visit arcangelsfoundation.org. 

• • • 

Ballwin Days Festival is from 4 p.m. on 

Friday, Aug. 20 through 6 p.m. on Sunday, 

Aug. 22 at Vlasis Park, 300 Park Drive in 

Ballwin. This annual community festival 

includes live entertainment, a carnival, 

games, crafts, face painting, food and 

drinks, fireworks and more. Hours: Friday, 

Aug. 20 from 4-11 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 

21 from 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 22 

from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. For more information, 

visit ballwin.mo.us/Ballwin-Days. 

• • • 

Music on Main is at 6:45 p.m. on Friday, 

Aug. 20 at Wildwood City Hall, 16860 

Main St. in Wildwood. Fat Pocket is performing. 

In addition to music, there will 

be complimentary soda, water, kettle corn, 

snow cones and hot dogs. Coolers are permitted, 

but no glass. No dogs. Bring lawn 

chairs. Portable restrooms available. There 

is parking in the parking garage across 

the street from Wildwood City Hall. Free 

event. 

• • • 

Backstoppalooza Concert is from 6:30-9 

p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 21 at the Chesterfield 

Amphitheater, 631 Veterans Place Drive in 

Chesterfield. Free event featuring Billy the 

Kid, the definitive Billy Joel Tribute band. 

A fundraiser concert for BackStoppers, Inc., 

an organization that provides financial aid 

and other support to the families of first 

responders. For more information, visit 

chesterfield.mo.us/backstoppalooza. 

• • • 

The 34th Annual Chesterfield 

Summer Concert Series featuring Rock 

Opera is from 7-9 p.m. (gates open at 

5:30 p.m) on Tuesday, Aug. 24 at Faust 

Park, 15185 Olive Blvd. Soda, beer, 

wine, popcorn, candy and snacks available 

for purchase from concession stands 

and food trucks. The Kid’s Zone will 

feature the Bubble Bus, a rock climbing 

wall, face painting, balloon twisting and 

laser tag. Dress to the theme of the night: 

pirate night. Admission is $5. For tickets, 

visit chesterfieldmochamber.com. 

• • • 

Eureka Block Party is from 6-10 

p.m. on Friday, Aug. 27 on South Central 

Avenue in Eureka. Join in the celebration of 

the start of a new school year. Wear school 

pride and enjoy the music from local band, 

Decedy. Bring chairs, but no glass bottles. 

For more information, visit eureka.mo.us. 

• • • 

Freedom Jam STL is from 11 a.m.- 

10:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 28 at Brookdale 

Farms, 8004 Twin Rivers in Eureka. 

Features multiple music artists and headliner 

Ryan Daniel. Tickets range from $20- 

$60. To purchase tickets, visit eventbrite. 

com and search Freedom Jam STL 2021. 

Proceeds will help veterans, active service 

members and first responders through 

Operation Triage. 

• • • 

Ellisville’s Summer Concert featuring 

Rockin’ Chair is at 7 p.m. on Thursday, 

Sept. 2 at the Bluebird Park Amphitheater, 

225 Kiefer Creek Road. Bring seating. No 

glass bottles. Food and drink vendors set 

up before and during the concerts. Free. 

• • • 

Maryland Heights Summer Concert 

featuring Rum Drum Ramblers is from 7-9 

p.m. on Friday, Sept. 3 at Vago Park, 2700 

Fee Fee Road in Maryland Heights. Enjoy 

live music and dinner from local food 

trucks. Free event but pre-registration is 

required at marylandheights.com. 

• • • 

Town & Country Concert Series is 

from 6-9 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 10 at Town 

Square, 1011 Municipal County Drive in 

Town & Country. The Rum Drum Ramblers, 

an Americana blues band, is featured. 

Advanced tickets required, email parks@ 

town-and-country.org. 

• • • 

The 2021 Craft Beer Festival is from 4-7 

p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 11 in Vlasis Park, 

300 Park Drive in Ballwin. Taste-testing 

event with feature local craft beers and 

live music. Each standard ticket includes 

a three-hour unlimited tasting time block. 

VIP tasting begins at 3 p.m.; cost is $40 

until noon on Sept. 10 and $50 day of the 

event. Regular cost is $30 through noon 

on Sept. 10, $40 day of the event. Bring a 

chair and a cooler. Ages 21-plus. No pets or 

outside food and drinks allowed. For more 

information, visit ballwin.mo.us. 

• • • 

A Fall Concert Series is from 7-9 p.m. 

on Friday, Sept. 24 and Friday, Oct. 1 at 

New Ballwin Park, 329 New Ballwin Road. 

Free to attend, family-friendly concerts. 

For more information on the upcoming 

series, visit ballwin.mo.us. 

• • • 

A Fall Movie Series is from 6:30-8:30 

p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 25 and Saturday, 

Oct. 2 at New Ballwin Park, 329 New 

Ballwin Road. Enjoy family-friendly films 

outdoors. For more information on the 

upcoming series, visit ballwin.mo.us. 

• • • 

Celebrate Wildwood is from 9 a.m.-9 

p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 25 at Wildwood 

Town Center, 16860 Main St. in Wildwood.



Enjoy live music, food and drink vendors, 

kids activities, late night fireworks, artist/fine 

craft booths, and much more. Learn more at 

wildwoodmo.recdesk.com/Community. 

FAMILY & KIDS 

Family Movie Night in the Park begins 

at sunset on Thursday, Aug. 26 at the Bluebird 

Park Amphitheater, 225 Kiefer Creek 

Road in Ellisville. A free family-friendly 

movie night. Bring chairs and blankets. 

Featured film is “Ugly Dolls” (rated PG). 

• • • 

North Pointe Annual Dog Swim is from 

4:30-6 p.m. or 6:15-7:45 p.m. on Tuesday, 

Sept. 7 at North Pointe Aquatic Center, 335 

Holloway Road in Ballwin. All dogs welcome 

with current vaccinations. Owners 

are responsible for the clean-up of all pet 

deposits. No aggressive dogs. Two humans 

(maximum) allowed per dog. Cost is $10 

per dog. All ages welcome. For more information, 

visit ballwin.mo.us/North-Pointe- 

Special-Events. 

• • • 

K9 Splash is from 4:30-6:30 p.m. on 

Tuesday, Sept. 7 at the Chesterfield Family 

Aquatic Center, 16365 Lydia Hill Drive in 

Chesterfield. Fee is $7 per dog, $3 per person, 

children younger than 2 are free. Chesterfield 

has teamed up with Dirk’s Fund Golden 

Retriever Rescue Group for the annual K9 

Splash. Maximum of two dogs per family. 

Dog’s most recent vaccination records must 

be presented to participate. Puppies under 

four months old are not allowed. All dogs 

must be neutered or spayed. 

• • • 

Make It/Take It Night arts and crafts 

class for kids ages 5-10 is from 6:30-7:15 

p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 9 at Central Park, 

16365 Lydia Hill Drive in Chesterfield. 

Residents are $22, non-residents are $25. 

Register at chesterfield.mo.us. 

• • • 

Pooch Plunges are from 5-8 p.m. on 

Thursday, Sept. 9; and 9 a.m.-11 p.m.on Saturday, 

Sept. 11 at The Edge Aquatic Center, 

225 Kiefer Creek Road in Ellisville. Handlers 

must bring rabies vaccination records 

for each dog. Handlers must be at least 18 

years old. Dogs must be at least 6 months 

old. Cost is $3 per person and $7 per dog, 

children 2 and younger are free. 

• • • 

Yappy Hour is from 4-7 p.m. on Saturday, 

Sept. 18 at Longview Farm Park, 

13525 Clayton Road in Town & Country. 

Come out and enjoy an evening with your 

dog. For more information, visit town-andcountry.org 

• • • 

A Family Campout begins at 3 p.m. on 

Saturday, Sept. 18 and runs until 9 a.m. 

on Sunday, Sept. 19 at Bluebird Park, 225 

Kiefer Creek Road in Ellisville. Cost is 

$35 for a family of four; $8 for each additional 

participant. Cost includes dinner and 

breakfast. 

• • • 

Bonfire Bonanza is from 6-8 p.m. on 

Thursday, Sept. 23 at Bluebird Park, 225 

Kiefer Creek Road in Ellisville. An evening 

of hayrides, bonfires and stories. Special 

guest is local storyteller Anne Williams. 

Bring chairs. Cost is $10; $8 per resident. 

Visit ellisville.mo.us/589/Bonfire-Bonanza. 

• • • 

Plein Air Art Event is from 8:30 a.m.- 

3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 25 at the The 

National Museum of Transportation, 2933 

Barrett Station Road in St. Louis. Guests 

can watch artists paint in the open air and 

compete for prizes. Best in show prize is 

$350. Artists can pre-register at tnmot.org. 

• • • 

Sky Wars hosts its 16th annual fireworks 

championship at 7:30 p.m. (gates open at 2 

p.m.) on Saturday, Sept. 25 at The Village 

of Innsbrook Fireworks Field, 13604 State 

Hwy. M in Wright City. Tickets range from 

$30-$40 per person or $145-$160 for VIPs. 

Children 5 and younger are free. To purchase 

tickets, visit skywarsevent.com. 

• • • 

Take A Hike is at 9 a.m. on Saturday, 

Sept. 25 at Big Muddy Refuge Trail Loop in 

Chesterfield. Enjoy a guided hike through 

the park. Each hike start with an education 

session on beginner hiking and ends with 

refreshment. Registration required. Free 

event. All ages welcome. Visit chesterfield. 

mo.us/take-a-hike. 

SPEAKER/DISCUSSION 

“Why This Matters” Speaker Series 

is at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 26 at 

St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust 

Museum, 12 Millstone Campus Drive. 

Museum designer Patrick Gallagher 

will provide a sneak peek at the planned 

expansion of the St. Louis Kaplan Feldman 

Holocaust Museum. Free. Register at 

stlholocaustmuseum.org/why-this-matters. 

• • • 

Raksha Bandhan Celebration is from 

4-5:30 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 29 at 134 

Enchanted Parkway, Suite 204B in Manchester. 

Raksha Bandhan is an Indian festival. 

Free session involves meditation and 

a talk on how to stay protected from negativity. 

A ceremony with Indian take-away 

food. Registration is required. Visit tiny.cc/ 

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or a Joker card is not selected, the jackpot 

carries over. To be eligible for the next 

drawing (progressive), new tickets must be 

purchased each week. 

• • • 

Kitchen Culture Exhibit is open 

from noon-4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 22 at the 

Tappmeyer Homestead, 2 Barnes West 

Drive in Creve Coeur. See what cooking 

was like in the late 19th century. Groups 

of at least five can schedule a visit 

during the week by calling (314) 795- 

9322. Free event. 

• • • 

Union Pacific Big Boy Train Raffle 

Drawing is at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 

25 at the National Museum of Transportation, 

2933 Barrett Station Road in St. 

Louis. See the Union Pacific Big Boy No. 

4014 pass the National Museum of Transportation 

from a private viewing platform. 

The raffle winner will enjoy a private space 

on the viewing platform, a museum Annual 

Membership, a swag bag, and breakfast 

and coffee in the cab of the Big Boy. For 

more information and to purchase a ticket 

visit tnmot.org/product/a-big-boy-dayraffle-tickets. 

• • • 

Senior Book Bingo is from 11:45 a.m.- 

12:45 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 9 at The 

Timbers of Eureka, 1 Coffey Park Lane in 

Eureka. Win the game and choose from a 

selection of gently used books. Presented 

by St. Louis County Library. Register at 

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• Exterior/Security Lighting •Flat Screen/Surround Sound 

• Panel Upgrades/Basement Wiring 

314.836.6400 

“Let Us Shine the Perfect Light on Your Investment.” 

JL CONCRETE 

SEALING & CAULKING 

Residential and Commercial 

• Sealing (Prevents pitting) 

• Caulking (Keep out the weeds) 

• Power Washing (Fresh & clean) 

• Crack Filling (Keeps moisture out) 

• Fence Washing 


Call Jerry Loosmore Jr. at 636-399-6193 

DRIVEWAYS 

PATIOS & MORE 

Bi- State Concrete 

Specializing in Residential 

Tear Out & Replacement 

Professional Workmanship 

Driveways • Patios • Sidewalks • Porches 

Steps • Garage Floors • Repair Work 

Exposed Aggregate • Stamped Concrete 

Family Owned • Insured • Since 1963 

FREE Estimates 314-849-7520 

Custom Decks 

Screen Rooms, Enclosures, 

Repairs, Resurface & Staining 

General Contractor 

All Types of Home Improvements 

Insurance Specialist 

Fully Insured 

A+BBB Rating 

30 Years Experience 

FREE INSPECTIONS 

& ESTIMATES 

TRUST 

& PERFORMANCE 

314.282.1991 

www.CovenantContractingSTL.com 

POWER WASH SOLUTIONS 

• House Wash • Concrete Cleaning 

• Sealing • Deck Restoration 

• Staining • Fence Restoration 


Call for Estimates 

636-675-1850 

powerwashstlouis.com 

TRUST & PERFORMANCE 

Roofing, Siding 

Gutters & Trim 

All Types of 

Exterior Remodeling 

Best Warranties in the Business 

Insurance Specialist, Fully Insured 

A+BBB Rating 


FREE INSPECTIONS 

& ESTIMATES 

314.282.1991 

www.CovenantRoofingSTL.com 

www.CovenantContractingSTL.com 

Deck Staining 

Brushed & Rolled Only 

No money up front/Warranty 

Free Estimates 

Insured/A+BBB 

EverythingDecks.net 

(636) 337-7733 

TOP GUNN FAMILY 

CONSTRUCTION INC. 

Build and Repair Decks & Fences, 

All Painting, Wallpaper Removal, 

Powerwash/Stain Decks, Finish Basements, 

Remodeling, Kitchens, Baths 

Senior Discounts • Military Discounts 

First responders must show ID 

Call Today • 636-466-3956 

GunnFamilyConstruction@gmail.com 

WESTERN 

FENCE & DECK 

Overbuilt. 

Not overpriced. 

Wood-Vinyl | Aluminum | Chainlink 

Install | Repair | Refurbish-Stain 

Deck Restoration Specialists. 

Refurbish at a fraction of the cost. 

15% OFF 

ANY FENCE OVER $ 5000 


(636) 215-1730 

www.westernfences.com 

Family Owned and Operated Since 1894 

24 Hour Emergency Service 

Residential • Commercial 

636-391-1233 

www.jjkokeshandson.com 

30+ YEARS 

EXPERIENCE 

County House Washing 

& Painting 

WEST 

A+ 

RATED 

Power Washing • Painting • Staining 

INTERIORS • EXTERIORS • CONCRETE 

CEDAR HOMES • DECKS & FENCES 

Tim Trog 636.394.0013 

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CARPET 

CARPET REPAIRS 

Restretching, reseaming & 

patching. No job too small. 

Free estimates. 

(314) 892-1003 

COLLECTIBLES 

WANTED TO BUY 

• SPORTS MEMORABILIA • 

Baseball Cards, Sports Cards, 

Cardinals Souvenirs and 

Memorabilia. Pre-1975 Only. 

Private Collector: 314-302-1785 

DECKS 

Mark Hicks, LLC 

Construction, Repairs, 

Upgrades, Staining 

EverythingDecks.Net 

38 years exp, no money up front 

warranty, insured, free estimates 

MarkHicksLLC.com 

BBB A+ 

636-337-7733 

ELECTRICAL 

ERIC'S ELECTRIC 

Licensed, Bonded and Insured: 

Service upgrades, fans, can lights, 

switches, outlets, basements, 

code violations fixed, we do it 

all. Emergency calls & back-up 

generators. No job too small. 

Competitively priced. Free 

Estimates. 

Just call 636-262-5840 

ESTATE LIQUIDATIONS 

314-691-2888 

Get paid cash. We buy 

entire estates, collections 

and single items. Antiques, 

jewelry, swords, military, art, 

sterling, Native American, 

pottery, plus so much more. 

St. Louis Estate Buyers 

FOR RENT 

GARAGE FOR RENT 

Partially heated, 

clean, 24/7 access. 

Manchester at Mason 

$100 per month 

314-603-2246 

GARAGE DOORS 

DSI/Door Solutions, Inc. 

Garage Doors, Electric Openers. 

Fast Repairs. All makes & models. 

Same day service. Free Estimates. 

Custom Wood and Steel Doors. 

BBB Member • Angie's List 

Call 314-550-4071 

www.dsi-stl.com 

GUTTERS 

St. Louis Roofing & Gutters 

“Best Quality and Prices 

Since 1988!” 

314-968-7848 

www.stlroofing.com 

A+ BBB 

HAULING 

J & J HAULING 

WE HAUL IT ALL 

Service 7 days. Debris, furniture, 

appliances, household trash, 

yard debris, railroad ties, fencing, 

decks. Garage & Basement Clean-up 

Neat, courteous, affordable rates. 

Call: 636-379-8062 or 

email: jandjhaul@aol.com 

SKIP'S HAULING & DEMOLITION 

Junk hauling and removal. Cleanouts, 

appliances, furniture, debris, 

construction rubble, yard waste, 

excavating & demolition! 10, 15 

& 20 cubic yd. rolloff dumpsters. 

Licensed & insured. Affordable, 

dependable and available! 

VISA/MC accepted. 22 yrs. service. 

Toll Free 1-888-STL-JUNK 

888-785-5865 or 314-644-1948 

HELP WANTED 

Mowing & Landscaping 

Technician in Grounds Dept. 

for Rockwood School District 

40 hrs/week, 12mo/year 

with full benefits, 

including retirement 

Please go to 

ww.rsdmo.org 

to apply. 

EEOC 

• CUSTODIAL POSITIONS • 

for Rockwood School District 

40 hours/week 

To apply please go to: 

www.rsdmo.org 

or call 636-733-3270 

EEOC 

Pharmacy Tech 

Must be at least 18 years of age. 

Experience Not Necessary 

We help with MO Registration 

Computer skills necessary. 

32-36 hours per week 

Call (636) 225-5123 

for an appointment with Mike 

Medicine Shoppe #1492 

16 Stonegate Center 

Manchester • 63088 

HOME IMPROVEMENT 

SBA Contracting LLC 

Home Improvement and Repairs 

Interior Painting, Flooring, 

Drywall & Wood Repair. 

FREE Estimates 

Insured 

Call 314-910-7458 

or email us at 

sbacontractingllc@gmail.com 

AFFORDABLE CARPENTRY 

Kitchen Remodeling, 

Wainscoting, Cabinets, 

Crown Molding, Trim, Framing, 

Basement Finishing, Custom 

Decks, Doors, Windows. 

Free estimates! 

Anything inside & out! 

Call Joe 636-699-8316 

HOME IMPROVEMENT 

Total Bathroom Remodeling 

Cabinetry•Plumbing•Electrical 


HOME ORGANIZATION 

INSURANCE 

AUTO INSURANCE 

CALL DROEGE INSURANCE 

636-227-9900 

We offer 

great rates! 

LANDSCAPING 

AERATION & OVERSEEDING 

-POWERWASHING- 

Dethatching, Tree and Bush 

Trimming / Removal, Mulching, 

Landscaping Make-Overs 

and Clean Ups. 

Lawn Cutting / Leaf Removal 

-FAST & FREE Estimates- 

TWO MEN & A MOWER 

636-432-3451 

Best Landscaping Values 

in Town! 

Mizzou Crew Mulch, 

Shrub Trimming, 

Yard Cleanups, 

Power Washing, 

Moles, Small Walls 

and Paver Patios. 

Call/text Jeff 

314-520-5222 

or www.MizzouCrew.com 

M I E N E R 

LANDSCAPING 

Retaining Walls • Patios • Pruning 

Chainsaw Work • Seasonal 

Clean-up • Honeysuckle Removal 

Friendly service with attention to detail 

Call Tom 636.938.9874 

www.mienerlandscaping.com 

MORALES LANDSCAPE LLC 

• Clean-Up • Mowing • Mulching 

• Planting • Aeration • Sod Install 

• Leaf/Tree Removal • Paver Patios 

• Trimming/Edging • Stone & Brick 

• Retaining Walls • Drainage Work 

- FREE ESTIMATES - 

636-293-2863 

moraleslandscape@hotmail.com 

LANDSCAPING 

Erosion Water Control 

Leaky Basement Service Water 

Control, French Drains, 

Decorative Stone Design, 

Stonewalls, Stair Cases, 

Walkways, Flower Beds, 

Patio Fire Pits, 

Stone Column Sitting Walls, 

Mulch Work, Brush Work 

& More! (636) 366-4007 

or (314) 873-7091 

Let Us Do Your Clean-Up, 

Planting, Mulching, 

Shrub Trimming, 

Tree & Brush Removal 

Valley Landscape Co. 

(636) 458-8234 

PET SERVICES 

PLUMBING 

• ANYTHING IN PLUMBING • 

Good Prices! Basement 

bathrooms, small repairs & code 

violations repaired. Fast Service. 

Certified, licensed plumber - MBC 

Plumbing - Call or text anytime: 

314-409-5051 

PLUMBING 

LICENSED PLUMBER 

Bonded & Insured 

Available for all your 

plumbing needs. 

No job is too small. 


35 Years Experience. 

Senior Discounts 

24 hours service! 

314-808-4611 

GVM Plumbing 

Can’t beat my prices! 

Repair • Remodel • Install 

Great Water Heater Install Rates! 

Licensed • Responsive • Reliable 

(636) 288-7002 

TODD THE PLUMBER 

Licensed, Bonded & Insured 

Available for all 

your plumbing needs. 

No job to big or too small. 

35 years experience! 

314-800-4960 

POWERWASHING 

POWERWASHING 

1 story house wash + driveway/ 

walkway cleaning ONLY $299 

2 story house wash + driveway/ 

walkway cleaning ONLY $349 

House wash up to 2000 sq. ft. 

Concrete cleaning up to 1000 sq. ft. 

636-279-0056 

REAL ESTATE 

TREE SERVICES 

• COLE TREE SERVICE • 

Tree and Stump Removal. 

Trimming and Deadwooding. 

Free Estimates. 

636-475-3661 

www.cole-tree-service.biz 

GET 'ER DONE TREE SERVICE 

Tree trimming, removal, deadwooding, 

pruning and stump 

grinding. Certified arborist. 

Fully Insured • Free Estimates 

A+ BBB • A+ Angie's List 

Serving the Area Since 2004 

314-971-6993 or 636-234-6672 

WATERPROOFING 

TOP NOTCH 

WATERPROOFING & 

FOUNDATION REPAIR LLC 

Cracks, sub-pump systems, 

structural & concrete repairs. 

Exterior drainage correction. 

Serving Missouri for 15 years. 

Finally, a contractor who is 

honest & leaves the job site clean. 

Lifetime Warranties. 

Free Estimate 

636-281-6982 

WEDDING SERVICES 

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ANYTIME ANYWHERE 

- CEREMONIES - 

• Marriage Ceremonies 

• Vow Renewals 

• Baptisms 

• Pastoral Visits 

• Graveside Visits 

Full Service Ministry 

(314) 703-7456 

GOT IT 

IN THE 

CLASSIFIEDS! 

You never know what you might find. 

From a new car to a new home to a new job, 

Call 636-591-0010 

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