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Debris accumulated on the St. Charles riverfront requires big cleanup effort By Brett Auten With the good comes the bad, the sweet the sour. Being nestled on the largest river in North America comes with its advantages, picturesque backdrops being one of them. But when Mother Nature sends out a reminder of who really is in charge of the show here, there is often work to be done. The heavy summer rain led to high water and flooding of the Missouri River, which led to a portion of the St. Charles riverfront becoming a collection agency for a large amount of debris and driftwood. Because of this access, gates to the recreational pier on the Missouri River were closed last month and the gates will remain closed until such time as the river levels recede and debris can be safely removed. According to the St. Charles department of Public Works, river levels need to be just below flood stage (in the range of 20-23 feet) in order to effectively remove debris and driftwood. The last time a comparable pileup occurred was in 2013. “This is fairly common,” Daryl Hampel, the St. Charles Street Supervisor said. “It happens and you deal with it. It’s

part of the fun having a city on the river.” A small Public Works crew has been whittling away at the debris piled up on shore, renting excavators and bulldozers to break it free. The mass started to accumulate since the Missouri River crested at 31.7 feet in mid-June. Though the water has gone down, the driftwood is still hanging around, tied up and trapped by the walkways out to a former Goldenrod Showboat barge. “The water that runs underneath the walkway, we have to get that flowing through again,” Hampel said. “It has still been a little rainy and muddy. We need a good dry out.” Another downside is most of the wood is so soaked with sand and water, it’s not worth keeping – even though you’ll see the occasional wood-carving hobbyist pilfering about the stash. Gateway Dredging is contracted to remove, dislodge and break free the glob of wood in the river. The company’s tugboats bully and push the logs in reverse and when pulling forward break free large portions of the wood. Extreme pieces call for the crane while engine propellers turn at max speed; all in hopes of churning up the jumble. Estimated cost for the project is up to $10,000. Hampel said the city sets aside

reserves and contingency money and the department budgets accordingly to help cover the costs. The pile up problem will happen fewer and fewer times after the barge, walkways and fishing pier are dismantled. The city council approved earlier this year to begin the process of removing them. The walkways are expected to be moved further south in order to join the riverfront to Bangert Island. See DEBRIS on page 2

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In This Issue... 2 Around Town

Brendan’s Playground is listed as one of America’s best and more.

4 Feature Section The Golden Years 7 Business Masterclock Inc. names new President and CEO and more. 8 School Doctor recognized for implementing concussion protocol at Fort Zumwalt. 9 Movie ‘Vacation’ remake should have stayed at home. 10 Sports and Learn & Play

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

Photo courtesy the city of St. Charles Debris and driftwood accumulate along the recreational pier on the St. Charles riverfront. The estimated cost of cleanup is $10,000.

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The gates are still closed as of press time. Hampel hopes to have the project done before the Festival of the Little Hills on Aug. 21. Though the debris will have no effect on the festival’s happenings, if tourists wanted to get a closer look at the river, it would be preferred they not have piles of sand-soaked logs to navigate through. “That’s the goal,” he said. “That will give us some closure.”

Rushing into a smoke filled building to rescue a victim, putting out raging gas flames, and cutting a victim out of a wrecked car are only a few of the activities everyday people can experience as a participant in the Central County Fire & Rescue (CCFR) Citizen Fire Academy. “The Citizen Fire Academy is a unique program we offer to give community members the education, and experience to safely understand the operations and functions of the fire department,” says CCFR Chief Russ Mason. The eight-week academy, which starts on Sept. 9, meets every Wednesday evening for hands-on classes. During the last academy session, partici-

pants conduct a live action exercise at the CCFR training facility. “Participants are given a chance to interact with the firefighters, learn about the fire service, and receive hands-on experience with some of the tasks and tools used to fight fires and save lives,” explains CCFR Chief Russ Mason. Participants must live within the CCFR district, be at least 21-years old, provide proof of health ensure and sign a waiver release. A $25 administration fee helps cover the costs of the program. Anyone interested in participating or looking for more information can contact Engineer Brian Beasley at brianedb@ ccfrmail.org, or 636-970-9700.

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Brendan’s Playground is listed as one of America’s best playgrounds for all kids in 2015

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Brendan’s Playground in O’Fallon has been recognized as one of “15 Favorite Playgrounds of 2015” by the website Play Across America. Brendan’s Playground is one of four all-inclusive playgrounds listed on the site as going “above and beyond” in providing equipment that allows children of all abilities to play interactively with other children. The website hailed Brendan’s as “an exciting and stimulating playground to children of all abilities.” “Our entire city can be proud that this playground received national recognition,” said Mayor Bill Hennessy. “It was built through a spectrum of community-wide support, and we are truly honored and grateful to our friends at Unlimited Play, the Developmental Disability Resource Board (DDRB) of St. Charles County, SSM Healthcare, and the many donors who made this possible.” The fantasy-style, naturethemed design with brightlycolored, friendly-looking bugs, mushrooms and other visually unique play structures was the collaborative effort of Unlimited Play, Cunningham & Associates and Cre8te Play.

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After children with the Strength and Honor Mentoring Program had their final visit at EarthDance Farms in Ferguson, participating in the OASIS CATCH Healthy Habits program, volunteer Mary McFerson says she enjoyed the program, too—every second of it. “I’ll never forget the first day at EarthDance,” says Mary “We were doing one of our activities and this boy had a surprised look on his face. He looked at me and said, ‘Wow! You can still move?’” Mary has been volunteering for CATCH Healthy Habits for a year, and has never felt better. She is more active and appreciates the opportunity to share her healthy eating lifestyle with children. “My favorite part of the program is simply the one-to-one interaction with kids. What a phenomenal experience it is to get a glimpse of their world with their fascination and curiosity,” she says. CATCH Healthy Habits is the nation’s largest evidence-based, intergenerational health program. Teams of volunteers age 50-plus work with children in afterschool and summer programs. CATCH Photo courtesy JBeauvais Photography Healthy Habits has impacted more than 23,500 children and 8,600 adults nationMary McFerson (left), joined Lynn Burkhardt and several other CATCH Healthy wide. Sessions include at least 30 minHabits volunteers this summer at EarthDance Farms in Ferguson, working with children to learn about healthy eating and being active. The OASIS CATCH utes of fun, active games, hands-on nuHealthy Habits program in St. Louis is made possible with support from An- trition lessons and a healthy snack. them Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation. This summer, OASIS partnered with EarthDance Farms and the Strength and Honor Mentoring Program (SHM) to offer children an experience that included elements of CATCH Healthy Habits, as well as opportunities to read with volunteers. A former researcher in community nutrition, Mary understands what being active and filling your body with healthy foods is all about. She says volunteering has given her an opportunity to remain active in her community. “Growing older with OASIS is a real blessing. Having an organization to plug into has been very beneficial,” Mary adds. To learn more about OASIS and how to volunteer for CATCH Healthy Habits in St. Louis, call Shelby Schroeder at 314-779-9860 or visit www.oasisnet.org.

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SCC’s Young People’s Theatre announces productions for its 30th Season St. Charles Community College’s Young People’s Theatre has announced its lineup for the 2015-16 season, the theater group’s 30th year. The season includes three shows of varying genres. The first play of the season is “Tumbleweeds.” The play, based on the comic strip created by Tom K. Ryan, is a good old-fashioned Western bursting with wonderful music and hilarious jokes. Auditions will be at 8:30 a.m. Aug. 15, in the Donald D. Shook Fine Arts Building theater on the SCC campus. Performances will be Oct. 16-18. From the earliest days of modern theater production to the present, Charles Dickens’ timeless story, “A Christmas Carol,” has been loved by audiences worldwide. YPT’s production of “Scrooge!” will show how Scrooge learns to change his ways and value the true meaning of Christmas through a series of

ghostly visitations. Auditions will be at 8:30 a.m. Oct. 24, in the FAB theater at SCC. Performances will be Dec. 18-20. Set in the little village of Anatevka, “Fiddler on the Roof ” centers around Tevye, a simple, loving milkman who tries to protect his family and his way of life from a changing world. Auditions will be at 8:30 a.m. Jan. 2, in the FAB theater at SCC. Performances will be March 18-20. All shows will be presented in the FAB theater at the SCC campus, located at 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive in Cottleville. Tickets are $8-10 and can be purchased online at stchastickets.com or over the phone at 636-922-8233. For more information about Young People’s Theatre, contact Brisby Andrews at bandrews@stchas.edu or 636-922-8233.

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Signs a senior loved one’s needs are changing Dad sometimes leaves the garage door up all night with his keys in the car. Mom stays in the same outfit for days and limits her bathing. At first, these behaviors seemed a bit out of the ordinary, but now you are beginning to wonder if something is shifting in your senior loved ones’ health and daily care needs. The warning signs of when aging affects a family member may be gradual at first, but can quickly cause larger challenges. Recognizing true limitations of aging is not always clear-cut, but it may be time to seek outside help if you notice these differences in older adults: • Atypical behavior, such as increased agitation, speaking loudly or little talking at all. • Communication and relationship changes with family

and friends. • Disengagement from social interactions. • Neglect of personal care. • Poor nutrition, or weight loss or gain. • Forgetfulness evidenced by unwashed laundry, scorched or dirty cookware, or piles of unopened mail. • Missing important appointments and events. • Financial mismanagement, such as unusual purchases or unpaid bills. • Spoiled food that accumulates in the home and is not tossed out. • Noticeable smell of urine or feces in the home. • A growing collection of nicks and dents in the car. • Confusion and uncertainty with accomplishing regular tasks. • Difficulties with balance,

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Moore on Life

By Cindy Moore

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We have a brick structure in our front yard. It’s kind of a quaint-looking relic. It used to be quite useful and hold all manner of interesting goodies; the newspaper (speaking of relics), magazines, catalogs, the occasional brown paper-wrapped gift along with a regular stream of something called…letters. These letters used to take the place of emails and texts. They were created with an instrument known as a pen and handwritten on stationary in a strange script called, cursive. I understand this is no longer going to be taught in school. Instead, the English language is going to switch over to acronyms and emoticons. LOL :) ! I received one of these oldtimey letters just the other day as I went to my mailbox. At first it confused me. I thought it must be one of those sneaky letters printed in handwriting font to make me open it

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Bu m mer, must be out of range. I thought. “Here, read mine,” I said as I handed my phone to the couple in front of me who then handed it to Deb. She glanced at my message and said, “Ya, I’m ready to eat.” But instead I heard, “I’m reading my feet.” “What?” I yelled. I motioned to my ears that I couldn’t hear over the yammering around me. She twiddled her fingers above my phone indicating she would text me back on it. I’m convinced this was the day we all stopped learning to print and write letters in America. Cindy Moore is the mother of three superlative kids, servant of two self-indulgent felines and wife to one nifty husband. Her ficticious occupation? Archeological Humorist: someone who unearths absurdity and hilarity in strange and unusual places including public restrooms, the lint filter, and church meetings. Most recently, she excavated a find in her neighbor’s bird feeder. The opinions expressed in this column are Cindy Moore’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.

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Local real estate brokerage donates commission to charity On July 17, The Expert Realty Company presented a $1,300 check to Variety the Children’s Charity of St. Louis. This organization was nominated to receive donation by Expert Realty client, Linda and Ian Wolffe for the organization’s efforts in serving children with physical and developmental disabilities in the St. Louis region, from infancy to age 21. Robert Hussey, Owner and Broker of The Expert Realty

Company located in Lake Saint Louis, has pledged to donate ten percent of their monthly commission to a charity nominated by their clients. “Teaming up with our clients to give back to our community has helped us learn more about the incredible nonprofits in our area and all the good work they are doing for our community,” explains Hussey.

Submitted photo (From left) On July 17, the Expert Realty Company (Karen Kopeck, Realtor and Robert Hussey, Owner / Broker / Realtor) presented Variety the Children’s Charity of St. Louis (Jan Albus, Chief Executive Officer and Alexandra Santacroce, Gifts Officer) with $1,300 donation.

The Financial Road Less Traveled

Masterclock Inc. names new President and CEO Masterclock, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors has appointed John Clark as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Clark joined his family company in 2008 and has performed in roles in sales, operations, and management. Masterclock, the 2014 Missouri Exporter of the Year as awarded by Governor Jay Nixon and 2013 St. Charles Manufacturer of the Year as awarded by Mayor Sally Faith, was founded by Clark’s parents, William and Mary Clark, in 1994 in the family garage. The company manufactures a range of timing equipment and displays for applications

requiring precise synchronization between equipment and people and has grown into a multi-million dollar player in the global timing market with active customers in over 72 countries.

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perhaps not as easy because not as many people have done it. This is done in hopes of finding a better way through an issue or something else of tremendous value. The same very well could be said of ‘the financial road less traveled’. When it comes to retirement planning most people do things the way they understand or are most familiar with. For example, many people use a traditional IRA or company sponsored 401(k) or 403(b) plan to save money for retirement. According to the Investment Company Institute these plans have trillions of dollars in them. However, just because these plans are so popular does not mean that they are the best option for you. There are other retirement savings plan options available that are not as well known or used that could be a better place for you to save money for retirement. Today’s financial world is constantly and ever changing. Sometimes, this means you may benefit more by utilizing planning tools and strategies that are not as well known or used as frequently. By taking the unconventional route, i.e. ‘the financial road less traveled’, you very well could make your retirement plan much more valuable. 360ira.com Join me on my syndicated radio podcast show this Friday at 1:00pm as we introduce and discuss many of the valuable financial strategies and tools that are on ‘The Financial Road Less Traveled’. You can access the podcast and our recorded radio segments through our website at www.360ira.com. You can also obtain this information and independent advice by contacting our 360 IRA office in St. Charles at 844-436-0472 or by email at info@360ira.com. Investment Advisory Services offered through Brookstone Capital Management LLC, a Registered Investment Advisor. Investments and/ or investment strategies involve risk including the possible loss of principal. There is no assurance that any investment strategy will achieve its objectives. This information is not intended to be used as the sole basis for financial decisions, nor should it be construed as advice designed to meet the particular needs of an individual’s situation. Content is provided by third parties for informational purposes only and is not a solicitation to buy or sell any products mentioned. Paid Advertisement

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Doctor recognized for implementing concussion protocol in Fort Zumwalt School District

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At its regular meeting on July 20, the Fort Zumwalt Board of Education recognized Dr. Brandon Larkin in appreciation for his years of service in implementing the ImPACT computerized neurocognitive testing program for thousands of high school athletes to help monitor students in the event they suffer a concussion. Beginning with football players in 2010, Larkin and the Fort Zumwalt team of athletic trainers began conducting baseline tests for freshmen and juniors. The following year all soccer players and cheerleaders were also tested. “I think it’s a testimony to the progressive nature of the district that we have had this

in place as long as we have,” Larkin said. He explained to board members that the 25-minute computerized test looks at reaction time, memory, concentration and other components to set a baseline that is used should a player suffer a concussion. He also explained that it is re-administered before junior year to set a new baseline because of the brain development that happens in those two years as teens mature. “Since 2010, we have baselined over 3,000 athletes and performed more than 600 individual tests,” he said. “That doesn’t mean we’ve had 600 concussions, it means we administered that many tests.

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Some players undergo more than one test to be sure they are ready to play. I know you know that some players can be in a hurry to get back on the field.” Larkin said the program isn’t a pass-fail system. The ImPACT test results are one indicator that a concussion victim has healed. “Just because their ImPACT is good doesn’t mean they get to play,” he said, adding that there are many levels to full recovery from such a brain injury and many factors to consider on a case-by-case basis. “They happen in any sport and they don’t have to be in a game,” Larkin said of concussions. “It can be in practice. We’ve even had some we have caught in kids who suffered their injury in car accidents.”

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‘Vacation’ remake should have stayed at home When moviegoers first took a “Vacation” with the Griswolds back in 1983, that cross-country journey was fresh and funny. More than 30 years later, the latest installment in the franchise represents a wasted opportunity. Directors John Francis Daley and Jonathan M. Goldstein take the expressway to crude jokes and sophomoric humor, bypassing any hope of being original or relevant. Ed Helms plays Rusty Griswold, the grown-up son of Clark and Ellen Griswold (Chevy Chase and Beverly D’Angelo). Now a commercial airline pilot, Rusty keeps things familiar and comfortable, especially with wife Debbie (Christina Applegate). After years of the same old vacations, Rusty decides to take his family cross-country to Walley World without; hopefully, all the disasters caused by circumstances and Clark. The original “Vacation” took a humorous look at 1980’s-style family vacations. Chevy Chase gave one of his best performances as the earnest Clark Griswold, a chipper food additive designer. He wanted to experience America with the wife and kids, but every stop along the way was a disaster. The story also was a fair representation of motels, tourist traps and travel dangers back in the day. That relevance is nowhere to be found in the new “Vacation.” Directors Daley and Goldstein could have focused on the difficulties of traveling in a time of staycations and high gas prices. Instead, the focus is on crude sight gags and gross-out humor. A look at the current state of the travel industry could have been just as funny as the original.

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Ed Helms plays a Rusty that’s highly conservative and cautious. He flies for an economy airline and doesn’t relate well to sons James (Skyler Gisondo) and Kevin (Steele Stebbins). When trying to discipline Kevin for abusing his older brother, Rusty actually makes the situation even worse. While giving fatherly advice to James about girls, he comes across as a creep. Christina Applegate gives it a valiant try as Debbie Griswold, but she can’t rise above the material. A visit to her college campus turns into several minutes of vomiting and drinking. Applegate takes it in stride even when Debbie and family take a swim in raw sewage, a scene that played as part of the main “Vacation” trailer. In all honesty, the “Vacation” franchise should have stopped with the classic “Christmas Vacation” back in 1989. The next time the Griswolds come calling, people may not welcome them to town. “Vacation,” rated R for crude and sexual content throughout and brief graphic nudity, currently is playing in theaters. “Vacation” photos courtesy Warner Bros Born and raised in South St. Louis, Steve Bryan is now based in Anaheim, California, and has been allowed access to movie and television sets to see actors and directors at work. Though his writing has taken him far from St. Louis, Steve is, at heart, still the same wide-eyed kid who spent countless hours watching classic movies at neighborhood theaters.

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Rascals playing in the ‘dog days’ of summer The River City Rascals play their professional baseball at T.R. Hughes Ballpark in O’Fallon in the West Division of the Frontier League. The last week of July was not the best for the River City Team as it kept them three and one-half games out of first place. Recently they won only four games out of 10 playing against average opponents. One loss was by the largest margin of the year as the Thunderbolts clobbered the hometown team 17-5. Top players on the team on offense continue to be outfielder Brian Hansen with a .396 average that also is at the top of the Frontier League. Infielder Taylor Ard popped a few more home runs last week keeping him top of the league in that category and tied for the runs-batted-in lead as well. The Rascals’ team batting average is at the top of the 14 teams at .283. For more information, go to the Rascals’ website www.RiverCityRascals.com HOME SCHEDULE: (Start time 6:35 p.m., Sunday’s 4:05 p.m.) • Aug 5, 6, Wed, Thurs against Joliet Slammers • Aug 7, 8, 9, Fri, Sat, Sun against Windy City Thunderbolts * Status Quo

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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! EVENTS Aug. 5-9: The Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War national convention The Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War 1861-1865 are celebrating their 125th National Convention Aug.5 to 9 at the Embassy Suites St. Louis- St. Charles. Ellen Higgins serves as National President and will preside over the convention attended by women from all over the United States who descend from honorably discharged soldiers and sailors who served in the Union Army, Navy, or Marine Corps and Revenue Cutter Service during the Rebellion of 1861 – 1865, and those who died or were killed while serving in the armed services of the Union between April 12, 1861 and April 9, 1865. Aug. 6: Prescription Drug Take Back and Community Education Day St. Charles County Police Department will host its first-ever Prescription Drug Take Back & Community Education Day from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at its headquarters at 101 Sheriff Dierker Ct. in O’Fallon. This event provides residents with an opportunity to anonymously and safely dispose of unwanted, unused and expired medications, while educating the community about controlled and uncontrolled substance abuse. There will be drug analysis demonstrations, exhibit booths and a special presentation and video. The prescription medication will be disposed of in SCCPD’s all-new Drug Collection Unit, sponsored by CVS Pharmacy. Aug. 6: Youth choir auditions St. Charles County Youth Choir will hold open auditions for singers 3rd -12th grades for elementary and high school choirs at St. Charles County Community Choir, Fine Arts Building Choir Room. To

schedule and audition, please call 314-852-1670. Aug 6: Social Security Info Session Come learn about ways to maximize your Social Security benefits while potentially reduce your taxes. This free workshop is hosted by 360 IRA and will be held at the St. Charles County Library, Kisker Branch in St. Charles from 6 – 7:15 p.m. For more information or to sign up call 844-436-0472 or email info@360ira.com. Aug. 7: Movie in the park Grab your lawn chairs and blankets and head out to Boulevard Park Amphitheater in Lake Saint Louis to enjoy Movies in the Park. “The Lego Movie” (rated PG) begins at dusk. Approximately 8:30 p.m. Aug. 7: Relay for Life of Lincoln County Relay for Life of Lincoln County will be held at Clonts Field Dr off Hwy 47 in Troy starting at 6 p.m. and ending at 2 a.m. The theme is “Through the Decades” and there will be lots of activities, food, booths; all to raise money for the American Cancer Society for the fight against cancer. Aug 8-9: Orchestra auditions St. Charles County Youth Orchestra (SCCYO) auditions for 20th Anniversary Season takes place Aug. 8 – 9 at Lindenwood University J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts for all l levels of strings, wind, brass and percussion. Special program for marching band students. We work with your schedule. Three or more performance opportunities per season. Reserve your audition time today. For more information email sccyo@sccyo.org , www.sccyo.org or call 636-916-0515. Aug. 8: Cycling fundraiser The St. Charles Kiwanis Club will

be hosting the “Cycling for Our Children Ride.” Participants can choose a route based on mileage selection options of 12, 24, 32, or 64 miles. The course will start at Saint Charles Soccer Complex Park, located at 3801 Mueller Road and track along Seeberger Road, Church and Blaise Station. Riders are encouraged to set fundraising goals and invite family and friends to support their efforts by sponsoring their ride. Target fundraising starts at $100, with options of fundraising to $1,000+. Prizes are awarded to riders who achieve various fundraising levels. Funds raised during this event will benefit children’s charities that the St. Charles Kiwanis Club supports. Registration and fundraising information is available at www.bikereg. com/28313 Businesses are encouraged to support the Cycling for Our Children Ride by becoming a sponsor. For more information on the Cycling for Our Children Ride, please contact Mike Webb, President of the St. Charles Kiwanis Club at 636-946-0001 or by email at webbinsurance@earthlink.net. Aug. 8: Back to school fair The Wentzville School District will host the fifth annual “Back to School Fair” for Wentzville School District families from 8 a.m. until 12 p.m. at Holt High School. The event is free for district families and will feature dozens of vendors, free school supplies, games and fun activities for children. As part of the fair, the Kiwanis Club of West St. Charles County is sponsoring a free pancake breakfast in the Holt cafeteria, and any donations to help defray costs would be greatly appreciated. MoCHIP (Missouri Child Identification Program) representatives will be on hand providing free child ID kits that include a disk with the child’s information, digital photograph, digital fingerprints and vital information necessary for authorities in the event of abduction. While the event is free, families are encouraged to bring a nonperishable food item to donate at

the door to Operation Food Search which serves local families in need. If you are a business or community group interested in participating in the fair, you can find more information and register by visiting the district website at www.wentzville.k12. mo.us and clicking on the Back to School Fair logo on the left side of the homepage. Aug. 8-9: Youth orchestra auditions St. Charles County Youth Orchestra (SCCYO) Auditions for the 20th Anniversary Season will be held at the J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts for all levels of string, wind, brass and percussion. SCCYO has been selected to perform at MMEA in TanTar-A, Wm. Shane Williams conductor. Students who audition into the Symphony Orchestra will have an opportunity to perform at MMEA. For more information email sccyo@ sccyo.org or call 636-916-0515. Aug 9: Triathlon Give your fitness level a boost by registering for the 13th annual Alligator’s Creek Triathlon, and prepare for a challenging morning of swimming, biking and running from 7 a.m. – 1 p.m. The race begins at Alligator’s Creek Aquatic Center at 403 Civic Park Drive in O’Fallon with a 300-yard serpentine swim, followed by an 18.6-mile bike ride and a 5K run through city streets. New this year, Fleet Feet Sports is providing ankle straps with high-quality timing systems that will accurately record transition splits as well as swimming, bike and running times. In addition, age group awards have been expanded to include the top male and female competitors in 15 divisions. And as always, complimentary food will be provided to participants at the end of the race. Registration for the Alligator’s Creek Triathlon is $49 for individuals and $88 for teams through July 12, with a $10 fee added for registration July 13 through August 3. The field is limited to 300 participants. T-shirt sizes are not guaranteed to late registrants, so register today to

get the size you prefer. For triathlon FAQs, maps, information and registration, go to www.ofallon.mo.us/ parks&rec/triathlon. Or, call staff at 636-474-2732. Aug. 9: BBQ and family fun day Friedens Peace UCC at 3560 Mill Street in New Melle is hosting a Family Fun Day and BBQ dinner. There will be a washers tournament starting at 1 p.m., turtle and sack race at 2 p.m., adult/child three legged race at 3 p.m., balloon toss at 4 p.m. and a second sack race at 5 p.m. There will be other games throughout the day. There will also be delicious BBQ pork steaks and grilled chicken dinners available for $10 and hot dogs for $3. Dinners include corn on the cob, slaw, baked beans & ice cream. Coolers are acceptable. There will also be a 50/50 drawing. Aug. 10: Quilting bee for Lutheran World Relief Chapel of the Cross Lutheran Church is hosting its first quilting bee to benefit Lutheran World Relief (LWR) from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Due to the earthquakes that hit Nepal, India this year LWR is in great need of utility quilts and bar soap to help in the many disasters that they have been responding to around the world. We invite our community: male, female, young and notso-young to join us in assembling, tying, hemming and packing quilts and soap in response to this need. Quilts will be added to a shipment going out in October. Skill level is easy; if you can tie your shoes you have the skills. Supplies needed are a willing heart, sharp, large-eyed needle, scissors, and brown bag lunch. Empty computer boxes with lids welcome Coffee, tea and soda machine will be available and chapel is located near a few fast food restaurants if preferred. Event is Handicap accessible. Chapel of the Cross Lutheran Church is located behind Walgreens at 907 Jungermann Rd. in St. Peters. For more information contact the office at 636-928-5885.

www.mycnews.com • Community News - St. Charles County • August 5, 2015 Aug. 15: Concert in the park Come enjoy a night of great music and dancing with Memphis Ride from 7 – 10 p.m. at Boulevard Park in Lake Saint Louis. Feel free to bring your chairs, food and beverages. Glass is prohibited. Aug 16: Drama auditions Actors and actresses looking for dramatic roles with the potential to rivet both audiences and critics to their seats are welcome to audition for the one-act drama by Margaret Edson, “Wit.” Open auditions will be held from 1 – 3 p.m. at the O’Fallon Municipal Centre (City Hall) at 100 North Main Street in O’Fallon The cast calls for a total of six adults, both men and women. Auditioners should bring a headshot, a resume of their acting experience and prepare a dramatic monologue of two minutes or less for a character close to the auditioner’s age. Performances are scheduled for October 23-25, October 30-31 and November 1. Crew members also are needed to help build the set and stage the production. For more information about the production, contact Darren Granaas at 636-474-8150 or dgranaas@ofallon.mo.us. Aug 18: Cardboard boat race Race begins at 7 p.m. at Progress Park Pool, cost is $15. Build your boat from only corrugated cardboard and duct tape, decorate it and hope it survives the race at Progress Park in Wentzville. Two people must be in the boat during the race. All boats must be humanpowered (no motors). You must haul away your boat after the event. Fun awards will be given in a variety of categories: Fastest Boat, Best Decorated, Sinking Ship and Lifeguard’s Choice. Life jackets will be available for use and must be worn while racing your boat. Please call 636-332-9236 to register. Aug. 21: Outdoor concert Sunset Fridays featuring Blues Plus was canceled due to inclement weather, but they’ll be back at 370 Lakeside Park! Join us under the brand new Corporate Pavilion for a free concert at 6:30 p.m. featuring their signature blues, rock and country sounds. The Gator Island Grill serves beer, wine, soft drinks and a special food menu including ice cream treats at 6 p.m. right at the pavilion. Outside alcoholic beverages and glass containers may not be brought under the Corporate Pavilion, including the concrete courtyard areas. The pavilion provides comfortable seating for 300 guests plus space for your own lawn chairs and blankets. St. Peters’ 370 Lakeside Park is located at 1000 Lakeside Park Drive in St. Peters. From I-70, take exit 224 to access Highway 370. As you drive east on Highway 370, use Exit 2 to reach 370 Lakeside Park Dr. Turn left on Lakeside Park Drive, and head north to the park entrance.

Aug. 22: The Whiskey War Festival The Whiskey War Festival is a grassroots festival that showcases local and national touring musicians and artists. The heart and soul of Saint Louis’ music community and much of the Midwest’s will make a quaint the VFW hall at VFW Post 2866 in St. Charles its home for a day. Twenty Two bands are filling three stages; an array of artists will be settled on the lawn showing off their talents, all while St. Louis’ own Caruso’s Deli keeps the grills roaring and stomachs full. This being the fourth annual Whiskey War Festival there is an expected forecast of 1,000 in attendance. Aug. 22: Triathlon The Lake Saint Louis Parks and Recreation Department is holding the 33rd annual Lake Saint Louis Triathlon presented by Melander Sports Medicine. Lake Saint Louis is proud to present the oldest organized triathlon in the St. Louis metropolitan area; it brings people from all of the country and state. The triathlon is sanctioned by the USAT and has over 450 athletes from all over the country compete or just will themselves to the finish line. Awards are given to the top three male and female finishers in both overall and age group categories. The race includes both an Olympic Course distance of swim 0.93 miles, bike 15 miles, and run 6.2 miles and a Sprint Course Distance of swim .25 miles, bike 15 miles, and run 2.5 miles. To register visit www.lakesaintlouis.com for more information about volunteering call 636-561-4620. Aug. 24: Golf tournament Morning Star Church is pleased to announce the New Hope Golf Tournament being held at the Winghaven Country Club located at 7777 Winghaven Boulevard. The tournament will be a four-person scramble format, beginning with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. The tournament is open to men and women’s teams; all skill levels are welcome to participate. Single players may also register to be placed on a team. Entrance fees are $100 per person, and include 18-hole round at Winghaven Country Club, golf cart, unlimited non-alcoholic beverages, and dinner at the conclusion of play. Prizes will be awarded for A, B, and C Flights; Longest Drive (men and women); and Closest to the Pin. Proceeds benefit the New Hope Resource Center and their mission to meet individuals where they are, respond to their needs and walk with them toward self-reliance. Registration and fee deadline is Aug. 17. Hole sponsorships start at $150. To register a team or to sponsor the event, visit the website at www. mscwired.org/golf.

Aug. 27: Blood drive Cornerstone UMC-O’Fallon is once again teaming up with the Red Cross for a blood drive from 2 – 6 p.m. You can register in advance online at www.redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code: CornerstoneUMC or just walk right in. The Red Cross now has Rapid Pass that is available to use as well. RapidPass allows you to complete your prereading and donation questions online from the comfort and privacy of your home or office; reducing the time you spend at the blood drive by up to 15 minutes. It’s simple! You just: 1. Visit redcrossblood.org/ RapidPass 2. Read the information 3. Answer the questions 4. Print the pass or email it to yourself. Aug. 29: Craft Fair The Tri-County Citizens Advisory Board to Probation and Parole will hold its Fourth Annual Christmas in August Craft Fair at Calvary Church at 3998 Mid Rivers Mall Drive in St. Peters on from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Aug. 29: Craft Fair The Tri-County Citizens Advisory Board to Probation and Parole will hold its Fourth Annual Christmas in August Craft Fair at Calvary Church at 3998 Mid Rivers Mall Drive in St. Peters from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Aug. 30: Triathlon and 5K run Severe weather postponed the RecPlex Spring Triathlon and “Give it a Tri” Rec-Plex 5K Run on June 21. The St. Peters Rec-Plex has rescheduled this event for Aug. 30. The start time will be 6:30 a.m. Anyone who registered for the Spring Triathlon and 5K will be automatically registered to participate in the rescheduled event on Aug. 30. Registration is also open to any new participants who would like to challenge themselves. Enter as a team or an individual. All participants, whether previously or newly registered, will need to pick up their packet before the race. Awards will be given to the top overall male and female as well as to the top three finishers in each age group and team division. All participants will receive complimentary T-shirts as well as food after the race. If a triathlon seems a bit advanced, people ages 8 and older are also welcome to register and participate in the ‘Give It A Tri’ RecPlex 5K Run. Again, complimentary T-shirts and food are provided to all participants. The Rec-Plex is also accepting registration for its Fall Triathlon and 5K set for Sept. 27. Advance registration is required for these events. To learn more or to register, go online to www.stpetersmo.net/rec-plex-triathlon.aspx or call 636-939-2386, ext. 1400.

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and Troop Commands (PEO’s; DFAS; U.N.C.L.E; FMS; SOS; and DMIS) stationed at 4300 Goodfellow Blvd. in St. Louis are invited to attend a reunion. Activities include a picnic at Shelter 3 in Blanchette Park at 1900 Randolph Street in St. Charlesstarting at 11 a.m. Bring lawn chairs and a desert to pass if you want. Tickets are $15 in before Aug. 1 and $25 thereafter. Make checks payable to Avscom Reunion, mailing address: 1108 St. Charles Ave; St. Charles, MO. 63301. All money must be received by Sept. 1. Please include email address if available. For further information contact Steve Bossomo on facebook, or Gary Nenninger at 256-704-9683, or Pat Guy on email at pguysmile@yahoo.com. Sept. 12: 7th Annual Chocolate, Wine and all that Jazz Join United Way of Greater St. Louis - West Region in kicking off their 2015 campaign with an evening of wine, food, chocolate and live jazz from The Dawn Weber Group on the beautiful campus of St. Charles Community College. In addition, guests will be able to bid on a selection of stellar items in a silent auction from 6:30 - 10 p.m.

come to bring your own snacks and beverages (alcoholic beverages are permitted) if you like. For information and reservations call Mary Vitale at 314-428-8307 or e-mail Alice Shofner at alicerobinsshofner@yahoo.com. Sept. 13: Riverfront Dance Festival Saint Charles Riverfront Arts (SCRA) is hosting their Second Annual Riverfront Dance Festival event at the New Town Amphitheatre in the New Town Development in St. Charles (rainout date is scheduled for Sept. 20). This public dance festival is scheduled to begin at 1 p.m., and will feature dance companies, studios and organizations from across the St. Charles and St. Louis area. For additional details, please visit www.riverfrontarts.org.

Sept. 12: Trivia night The St. Louis Chordinals, a not for profit ladies a capella chorus, invites you to an evening of trivia at 7 p.m. at the Masonic Lodge #80 at 414 S. Church Street in St. Peters, located off Mexico Road West of Mid-Rivers Mall Drive. There will cash prizes as well as attendance prizes so come and join us for a fun evening. Ticket prices are $15 with tables of eight. Popcorn and soda will be furnished but you’re wel-

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By Joe Morice

HMOs and ‘Corporitis’ A friend gave me an idea for this column. After giving up phoning one of my doctors and getting a recording that took me through a list of employees or departments, I realized it all started with HMO’s. That’s a symptom of a disease of which a cure may require armed insurgency. It’s known as “Corporitis” among other titles, some of which aren’t printable. Corporitis is the disease that gives greedy CEO’s huge salaries and bonuses for sending jobs to starving countries thus increasing profits from huge to

obscene. Even bungling CEOs that make profit graphs plunge off the bottom sometimes still collect these huge salaries and bonuses. HMO’s were invented some time ago as a result of this disease. They’re said to cut costs by paying retired doctors that can still function between naps to look over each medical insurance claim to see if it was necessary guided by experience, expertise and whatever the Corporitis executives required of them; the latter being capitalized in boldface. My friend pointed out that calling his vet for an appointment for his ailing dog meant he could still get a human being instead of sitting through a recording waiting for the correct, if not inexplicable

number to push that may only get another recording. He claims the vets seem to care more for animals than his doctor does for humans. That’s hard. My doctor does care for me although the corporation that owns the offices he practices in cares more for my health insurance and co-pays. It brought on this column because I fear Corporitis will soon spread to veterinarian practices. If they haven’t already done so, it’s only a matter of time before insurance companies see the lucrative market and offer medical insurance for pets. Years ago, we could take pets to vets and pay cash. It wasn’t cheap but we could still afford it if we substituted

hamburger helper for steak and gave up happy hour. These days I‘ve heard one may need credit cards, title loans or rich relatives. I no longer keep pets. I prefer being irresponsible and letting others discover pets require attention and second mortgages. I no longer worry about furniture tears, doggy yard excavations or teeth holes in my dress shoes. “Sigh…” I visualize a retired veterinarian similar to the myopic retired HMO doctors deciding if an insurance claim for treating Rover’s bleeding leg bite from battling the neighbor’s saber-toothed tomcat plus a hospital room (cage) for convalescing is necessary using the aforementioned guidelines. I

assume the usual rejections will cause resubmission of said claims if the pet owner agrees to cheaper outpatient surgical leg removal (bring your own cage); the reason given as Rover still has three good legs. I’m also assuming that, like my doctor, the vets will soon have to share offices with other vets after giving up private practice in favor of Corporitis cost-cutting guidelines. That means sharing examination rooms with other doctors and nurses on alternate days along with paper shufflers handling piles of paperwork and lunch orders. Thus we’ll end up with recorded answering services until we get an appointment person who says, “All doctors are booked up for three-months. Please try our office in Jamaica.” It brings the question; will Rover finally end up passing on from homegrown euthanasia? I hope not but armed insurgency, aka CEO removal, has its charms. Joe Morice is Community News’s blue-collar philosopher. He was born and raised in Missouri and spent most of his childhood on a farm and adulthood operating heavy equipment. He has no formal training as a writer, unless a lifetime of writing about any and everything counts. The opinions expressed in this column are Joe Morice’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.

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