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Veterans and community members from across the county gathered at St. Charles Community College for the 2013 Veterans Celebration. This year’s Veterans Celebration will be held at 11 am. Monday, Nov. 10, in the College Center Gymnasium at SCC.

SCC to host Weeklong Veterans Celebration St. Charles Community College will bring the community together to celebrate Veterans Day with a series of events Nov. 10-14. Events are free and open to the public, and will take place on the college’s campus in Cottleville. “Veterans Week provides an opportunity for awareness of those among us who have protected our rights and our freedoms in this country and to thank them for their service,” said Kelley Pfeiffer, SCC associate dean of student success. Veterans Celebration 11 am Monday, Nov. 10, College Center Gymnasium Matthew N. Wolding, Navy veteran and current fellowship recruitment coordinator at The Mission Continues, will give the keynote address. The ceremony will include the SCC Concert Band under the direction of David Dickey, the SCC Choir under the direction of Gene Ditch, local veteran organizations and their color guards, a tribute to President Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address and salutes to veterans. SCC President Ron Chesbrough will welcome students, faculty, staff and community members.

During the ceremony each branch of the military will be asked to stand and be recognized. “I love to see the flags and veterans of all ages,” said Hal Berry, emeritus faculty member. “I also love hearing the song of each branch played with men and women standing with pride.” Wolding enlisted in the U.S. Navy as a machinist mate. Most of his family served in the Navy, so he wanted to keep it a tradition and also travel the world. After he finished his specialty school he was stationed at the Naval Base San Diego. He was assigned to the USS Anchorage LSD36. Shortly after arriving on the USS Anchorage, preparations began to go to the Persian Gulf as part of Amphibious Task Force-West, supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF). After being medically discharged in 2005 due to a knee injury, Wolding moved to his hometown of Aurora, Ill., where he graduated from Western Illinois University with a bachelor’s degree in law enforcement and justice administration and a minor in forensic psychology. He went on to graduate from Waubonsee Community College with an

associate degree in general studies and a certificate in therapeutic massage. Wolding has been involved in several organizations – Veterans of Foreign Wars Post, City of Aurora Advisory Council, Student Veterans of America and The Mission Continues. See VETERANS on page 2

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Around Town Local news and events like St. Dominic’s upcoming Crusader Gala and more.

Special Section Golden Years

Business Don’t miss out on “The Buck Shops Saint Charles and more.

School Timberland’s Sheridan Mate elected as DECA State President and more.

Movie Surprising in its wisdom, Birdman is an unconventional look at the problems of celebrity.

VETERAN from Cover Veterans Week Ceremonial March 11:30 am Tuesday, Nov. 11, at the flagpole outside the Learning Resource Center Campus and community members may join the ceremonial march around campus to honor and recognize our veterans. Hosted by the Student Veteran Organization, the ceremonial march will begin near the flagpoles outside the Learning Resource Center, rain or shine. SCC Student Veterans Panel Noon Wednesday, Nov. 12, auditorium of the Social Sciences Building Hear about life from the student veteran’s perspective. All panelists are current SCC students who have served in the military. “Where Soldiers Come From” Film 7 pm Wednesday, Nov. 12, auditorium of the Social Sciences Building Where Soldiers Come From, a documentary by Heather Courtney, is an intimate look at the young

men and women who fight our wars and the families and town they come from. Keynote, featuring SCC students retired Sgt. Bob Pierce and Staff Sgt. Steve Watson, both of the Missouri Army National Guard 7 pm Thursday Nov. 13, auditorium of the Social Sciences Building The keynote will be delivered by retired Sgt. Bob Pierce, motor transport operator of the Missouri Army National Guard, and Staff Sgt. Steve Watson, motor transport operator and assistant squad leader of the Missouri Army National Guard. The college is located at 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive in Cottleville. For more information on Veterans Week events, visit stchas.edu/veteransweek. To learn more about services for veterans on campus, the Student Veteran Organization and Honoring Military Families Scholarship, contact Kylene Montgomery, SCC veteran services coordinator, at 636.922.8268.

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60th Wedding Anniversary

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Mr. and Mrs. Earl and Shirley Edmondson were married on Oct. 25, 1954 at the 1st Baptist Church in Sikeston, Mo. Their attendants were the late HL and Francis Sizemore, the groom’s sister and brother in law. Earl was a corporal in the US Marine Corp and the couple was stationed at Camp Lejuene, North Carolina. The couple moved to the St Louis area after the birth of their first child. Their family was complete with five children. Judy, who passed away in 2005, Daniel, Connie, James and Jerry. The couple is also blessed with nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. A family gathering was held to help celebrate the occasion. Mr. and Mrs. Edmondson still make their home in O’Fallon.

Volunteering Makes you Happier A study conducted by the United Health Group shows that volunteering is directly associated with improved health. In some cases, giving time and effort to others also helps some manage their chronic conditions. In addition, the same study also reveals good evidence that companies with employee charitable programs helps them in key areas like engagement, productivity, and synergy. Feel better while making a difference Giving your time to others doesn’t only benefit them. Volunteering makes people feel good. The same study shows that employees who volunteered felt healthier. A significant number said that they found that their moods improved as a result of their charitable efforts. Volunteers are also more likely to think that they are healthier. Manage stress better Here’s another thing that you would definitely find appealing, most especially if you are an em-

ployer or employee: more than three quarters of employees who volunteered discovered that they feel less stressed. Of course, this fact can be linked to a person’s overall health. Employees, on the other hand, found that they feel more peaceful and calm when they volunteer – invigorated even. They bring this renewed strength to the workplace, enabling them to be more productive. Added sense of purpose Majority of the people who volunteer said that volunteering enriches their life’s purpose. This renewed sense of purpose doesn’t only add meaning to their lives; it makes them feel better overall. The Pacific Standard reported that a sense of purpose in one’s life can boost the immune system, which in turn leads to less time spent lying in bed fighting off a cold or flu. Another study found that overall brain health was boosted by a sense of purpose, including a lower rate of dementia and Alzheimer’s dis-

ease. Thus, we see that the sense of purpose one gains from volunteering has tangible effects on employee health and, once again, their company’s bottom line. The UnitedHealth study tells a conclusive story for both employees and employers alike: Not only are employees who volunteer more engaged, they’re also mentally and physically healthier. This leads to decreased overhead, increased profits and reduced healthcare costs for individual employees

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Easing the Burden of Spousal Caregivers Approximately 6 million U.S. spousal caregivers offer in-home care to their ill, disabled or aging spouse, but often at the risk of stress-related conditions including anxiety, depression, headaches, backaches and sleep deprivation. Eventually, care for an ailing loved one can lead to the caregiver being depleted physically, mentally and emotionally. Yet hesitations can arise over enlisting a professional caregiving service for help. After managing the care for so long, some spouses find it difficult to resign their home caregiver duties to someone else. Others struggle with guilt for not being able to provide the necessary care. Still others are not convinced anyone else will oversee their spouse’s health as well as they can.

Securing the help of a professional home caregiver is not a sign of weakness or giving up on the ailing family member, nor is asking for at-home care being selfish. Instead, hiring a trained caregiving service is showing love and concern for the spouse receiving care. To encourage elderly spouses to allow professional in-home care support, other family members and friends may consider the following: Reaffirm that it’s okay to recharge. Spousal caregivers need to refresh their own overall health. Respite breaks are excellent for time out with family and friends. Help investigate home healthcare options. It’s important to select a reputable, experienced in-home

care provider like Right at Home. Asking pertinent questions of potential in-home care services is vital. Involve the ailing loved one in care decisions. As much as possible, invite the care recipient to weigh in on professional caregiving choices. Assist with setting limits. Spousal caregivers often find it hard to say “no” to help. It’s better for everyone when the caregiving spouse agrees to allow professional home care. What benefits do you perceive in seeking the professional help of an adult home care service? For more information, contact us at 636.379.9955 or visit our website at www.rightathome.net/stcharles/

Kids and Older Adults are “Catching” on to new Healthy Habits

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Being a kid isn’t what it used to be. Walks to school have been replaced by car and bus rides. Instead of running around after school, kids spend their afternoons with TV, video games and the Internet. Their parents are busier than ever, and families are eating more fast food and larger portions. The result? Obesity rates in America have tripled for children and nearly doubled for older adults in the last 30 years. Nearly one in three children are overweight or obese—increasing their risk of becoming overweight adults with chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease and asthma. Approximately 60% of adults over 50 do not meet the CDC

recommended physical activity standards. The good news? Obesity can be prevented. “It’s really about providing children and adults the tools they need to fight obesity,” said Peter Holtgrave, national health manager for OASIS CATCH Healthy Habits, a program that combats obesity by engaging adults age 50+ as mentors to teach healthy lifelong habits to kids in grades K-5. CATCH Healthy Habits is an “evidence and outcomesbased intergenerational program” that encourages healthy eating and active living. Teams of volunteers work with children in after-school and summer programs for up to 25 sessions. Each one-hour ses-

sion includes a nutrition lesson, a healthy snack and 30 minutes of physical activity. “Adults in the program benefit in several ways, too,” Holtgrave added. “As they promote healthy habits for kids and for themselves, they also experience the rewards of meaningful community service. It’s a win-win.” More than 16,700 children and 3,000 adult volunteers age 50+ in 21 cities across 17 states have participated in CATCH Healthy Habits. The program is made possible in Missouri with support of the Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Foundation. To learn more or become a volunteer, call 314.653.4092, or contact Shelby Schroeder sschroeder@oasisnet.org.

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Culture Change By Jennifer Gettman The options for long-term care are changing! Baby boomers, now involved in decision making, are no longer accepting of the traditional nursing home and assisted living environments. Harvester Residential Care Community offers a unique model of care with a much more interactive approach to aging. When Harvester Residential Care was purchased by Jennifer Gettman, NHA, M.A. in 2007, the assisted living building was currently providing care for 23 seniors (when the building was licensed to care for 38 residents). A transformation began when Jennifer began her journey with Harvester Residential, which is now caring for the full capacity of residents. This care community has not only blossomed into a beautiful homelike environment, but is enhancing the lives of the seniors who live there. A social model of care was developed and the staff are now trained on improving the functional quality of life daily. The community promotes a holistic approach to meet the individual needs and abilities of all current residents/clients. Assessments of skills, abilities, age, and interests are completed on all individuals upon admission in order for staff to fully commit to their personcentered care. After gathering the initial demographic information, elders are designed an individual treatment plan which is initiated and followed routinely to better serve them. During initial assessments with the clients, whom were already residing at the assisted living, it was discovered many did not require the 24-hour oversight care. Some people were just in need of medication management, meal set-up, meal preparation, socialization and companionship. A four bedroom single family home on the property was the perfect solution. Four seniors sharing this home began receiving the services they needed and a brilliant concept was born. The clients became more independent thanks to an array of reasons. Many come for private bedrooms, sharing meals around a kitchen table together, and interacting in light household chores. The most important reason of all was the development of long-lasting friendships while maintaining their skills, abilities, and daily functions together as a team. When someone is in need of

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Driving in the Dark help their housemate will call the 24 hour on-call manager and get their friend the help they need. These supported-independent clients do not have to worry about what happens if they need more assistance in the future and can no longer live independently. The staff at the assisted living insures the transition from independent to the assisted living is seamless. In the past seven years, the community has grown to 13 supported independent living houses within the residential neighborhood alongside Harvester Residential. In November of 2012, another assisted living community was developed. Village Center Care of Wentzville, located in the heart of old town Wentzville, is a licensed assisted living, caring for 22 residents currently. At this time our Wentzville location is providing supportiveindependent services to one house, and has hopes to expand as time goes on. The services offered in both assisted livings include: medication administration, insulin administration, medical management, housekeeping, 24 hour staffing, assistance with all activities of daily living, meal preparation, laundry, transportation and extensive activity therapy. In the supported independent homes, staff are on 24 hour call. Other services include medication set-up, ordering/monitor-

ing of physician orders, lab, xray, physician home visits, two prepared nutritious meals per day, grocery shopping, transportation, housekeeping, and extensive activities. A licensed recreational therapist plans activities that include out-trips, but also within the community are sign language classes, entertainers, computer classes, Bunco, bingo, pot luck dinners, daily exercise groups, cook outs, church and religious services offering communion weekly, all with a primary focus on health and wellness. Many activities are peer led by those within the community. Clients volunteer to call bingo, deliver meals to the houses, work on small maintenance jobs, gardening, facilitate AA groups and Bridges support group and those are just to name a few roles occupied by clients. A recreation room open for those who aren’t involved in a role and have more free time to shoot pool, watch the Cardinals game, exercise on the equipment or even pop in a movie on the big screen. This one of a kind healthcare model takes all of the focus off the physical ailments and enhances the clients’ ability to maintain at their highest level of functioning, while keeping their personal goals in mind. Tours are available at both Harvester Residential Care and Village Center Care of Wentzville.

Although a lack of confidence while driving at night is most commonly associated with older drivers, new survey results reveal that drivers as young as 40 feel uncomfortable driving in dark, nighttime conditions. This time of year, when darkness falls earlier, means more low-light driving time for drivers of all ages, so it’s important to understand the factors that contribute to this discomfort. Night driving is characterized by low-light conditions and glare from oncoming headlights that impact a driver’s vision and can have serious safety implications. The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety reports that vision provides as much as 85 percent of the information drivers need to make safe decisions behind the wheel. Steps to improve your safety Practice safe driving • Make sure the windshield and headlights are clean. • Leave more distance between cars. • Use “night” setting on your interior rearview mirror. Schedule regular eye exams to monitor for vision issues A professional will be able to identify any issues with the aid of routine examinations.

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Evening of the Crusader Gala to Benefit Students O’Fallon The community is invited to attend the 27th Annual Evening of the Crusader Dinner Auction gala at St. Dominic High School, 31 St. Dominic Drive in O’Fallon, on Saturday, Nov. 8 at St. Dominic’s Fallon Family Center. The event promises an exceptional night of fun, elegant cuisine, refreshing spirits and a chance to win a variety of unique auction items, such as fine jewelry, sports and theatre tickets, wine tasting parties, designer apparel, pizza once a month for a year and much more! A large portion of the funds raised help students by bridging the gap between the cost to educate and tuition expenses. Proceeds will also assist with building the Denny Graser Tennis Courts. The Evening of the Crusader is the largest fund raiser held each year at St. Dominic High School and tickets are $70 per person. The evening begins with Mass at 4:45 pm in the Father Bob Lane Chapel on campus. Doors open at 5 pm when guests can begin viewing the live and silent auction items for bid. The complimentary bar also opens at 5 pm and the formal gourmet dinner, prepared by Specialized Catering, will be served at 6:30 pm. The live auction is scheduled to kick-off at 8 pm. “A getaway to the white sand beach of Gulf Shores, Alabama; Blues game tickets in the exclusive Glass Seats of the Blue Note Lounge; and a fun duck hunting extravaganza are among some of the diverse experiences guests

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can bid on at this year’s event!” said Kristy Hagan, event co-chair. “The goal of this event is to build and strengthen the community, to keep St. Dominic’s tuition at a reasonable cost, and to continuously improve the quality of our children’s education,” said Cheryl Chisholm, event cochair. For more information about Evening of the Crusader or to reserve tickets, contact Teresa Boehmer at 636.544.1638, or visit www.stdominichs.org/2014-evening-of-the-crusaderdinner-auction.html.

Seniors Count-St. Charles County Kick-off Meeting

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The older population of the US is expected to increase from 40 million today to 72 million by the year 2030. How prepared are we as a region to respond to this growth? The Seniors Count Initiative is a new community effort to address this anticipated population growth and improve the health and quality of life for

people who are 60 years of age or older in our region. This initiative will bring awareness of the comprehensive needs of the older citizens in our community as a strategic priority because of its profound impact on our society. The Seniors Count Initiative invites you to join in the effort to promote public aware-

ness for successful aging in place. To learn more, attend the Seniors Count-St. Charles County Kick-Off Meeting from 3-4:30 pm on Dec. 2 at the Community Commons, 427 Spencer Rd. in St. Peters. Presenters include Dr. Karl Wilson, Ph.D., and Jamie Opsal, MSG, Senior Count Project Manager.

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Business

“The Buck Shops Saint Charles” Underway “The Buck Shops Saint Charles” is a shopping program in St. Charles that invites shoppers to shop with participating merchants. This is a valued community partnership program for St. Charles shoppers to invest in the city of St. Charles. When you shop, you have an opportunity to win during the additional shopping days before the official start of the holiday season. Customers will begin by shopping at the participating merchants listed below from now until Nov. 24. The city hopes shoppers will support our local participating merchants. As an additional bonus, for every $10 spent an official “The Buck

Shops Saint Charles” entry ticket will be given. Saint Charles Christmas Traditions begins at 11 am Nov. 28. “The Buck Shops Saint Charles” winners will be drawn and announced on Nov.28 following the St. Charles Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at 5 pm in Berthold Square, 221 S. Main St. Consumers with entry tickets will be asked to gather in Frontier Park at Jaycee Stage at 5:15 p.m. located across from the Greater Saint Charles Convention and Visitors Bureau, at 230 S. Riverside Dr. Winners will be selected prior to the Children’s Lantern Parade which beings at 6 pm at the Katy Depot.

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Eric Acree, President and CEO of Vantage Credit Union, presented Thomas Smith of Wentzville with a ceremonial check in the amount of $10,000 nearly 6,800 qualifying entries in the credit union’s annual summer loan campaign, which ran from June 2 to Sept. 30. In order to qualify, members must have closed on a qualifying loan of $1,000 or more, or increased an existing loan or line-of-credit by $1,000 or more, during the promotional period. Smith took out a loan for a work truck. When

he received the call last week, his initial response was one of disbelief. “I couldn’t believe it was real. It was overwhelming to realize I had just won $10,000,” commented Smith. “With a new baby at home, it couldn’t have come at a better time.” Smith went to the O’Fallon branch to apply for his loan. Loan officer Ashlie Colbert and branch manager Jennifer Moore were both on hand to congratulate him.

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New Dean of Lindenwood Online Makes Major Changes to Programs Willie Broussard, the new Dean of Lindenwood Online, is using research, experience and creativity to make revolutionary changes to optimize Lindenwood’s online programs in this digital age. Broussard has been with Lindenwood for about six months and already has assisted the online programs in making an impression that is impossible to overlook. “Willie Broussard came to Lindenwood with years of experience in offering and managing online programs,” said Dr. Jann Weitzel, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. “Since his arrival, he has worked with the deans and the faculty council to address issues of course development and faculty deployment.” Various changes have been made to improve Lindenwood Online, beginning with the name. To make the program more recognizable to the general public, “the Center of Distance Learning” was changed to a simpler, more direct name describing exactly what the program is: Lindenwood Online. Also, a redesign of the website is currently underway so all information is in one place for any prospective and current student to access. An additional focus is being placed on collaborating with the faculty. Broussard and his team would like the faculty to provide online students with a streamlined orientation that’s in harmony with each other.

Because Lindenwood Online is focused on giving on-campus and online students the same experiences, it is vital to have everything in sync. “It is important to make the online students realize they are Lindenwood students, too,” said Broussard. The expectations for face-to-face classrooms and online enrollment are identical with assignments, due dates and discussions. Lindenwood Online utilizes Blackboard, which allows online students to access classwork 24 hours a day. Because Blackboard is also available as an app, students can access lectures, discussion boards, assignments and more on tablets and even mobile devices. Further expanding and improving the online programs is a long-term goal for Lindenwood, enhancing these programs for both students and faculty. Broussard is truly dedicated to making the program dynamic and as accessible as possible, so it is vital to stay on the cutting edge of technologies. Previous years of the online programs will be compared to measure what can be improved to make the essential changes for growth. “He (Broussard) also plans to expand our reach to veterans, offer online-only sections of courses, and make available additional training sessions for classroom instructors,” said Weitzel. For more information about Lindenwood Online, visit www.lindenwood.edu/online.

Timberland Student Elected as DECA State President

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Timberland High School senior Sheridan Mate has been selected as the Missouri State DECA President for the 2014-15 school year. State officers were elected and installed during the Missouri DECA Fall Leadership and State Officer Election Conference held Oct. 19-20 in Lake Ozark, Mo. The annual state conference was attended by more than 600 high school marketing students and their teachers. The newly elected officers were determined on the basis of their written test, screening and

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nominating committee interview, and number of ballots cast by the voting delegates after delivering their campaign speech during the election session. Serving as a state officer provides DECA members the opportunity to develop their leadership skills and professionalism that is essential for a successful career. Sheridan has already been accepted to the University of Central Missouri where she plans to study business marketing. DECA is an international association of high school students studying marketing, finance, hospitality and management. Missouri DECA ranks fifth in the nation in membership with more than 9,000 members. There are 12 DECA districts and 179 DECA chapters in Missouri. For more information, please visit the DECA website at www.deca.org.

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Movie

“Birdman”

Birdman is a film meant for Michael Keaton, George Reeves, Guy Williams, and any other actor or actress forever linked to an iconic movie role. It’s quirky and offbeat, offering serious insights into the harshness of the Hollywood system. Fame may be fleeting, but it also can brand a performer for the rest of their days. Keaton plays Riggan Thomson, an aging actor making his comeback on the theater stage. After starring as the cinematic hero known as Birdman, Thomson wants to prove he is capable of much more. He invests all his money into his comeback, a Broadway adaptation of a Raymond Chandler play. Backstage, however, he hears the nagging, mocking voice of his superhero alter ego in his ear. It takes time to adjust to director Alejandro González Inárritu’s narrative style in Birdman. The camera follows right behind the characters as they frantically prepare for the Broadway preview night of Riggan’s play. Inárritu’s pacing can be disconcerting at times, but it does represent the stress level of a typical stage production. As Thomson, Michael Keaton is surprisingly subdued, but it works well for this particular character. Throughout the film, Thomson endures cries of Birdman whenever he appears in public. He’s

By Steve Bryan - Rated: R soundi n g board. A recovering d r u g addict, Sam has her own struggles, which she shares more with Mike than her dad. Their dialogues on the roof add depth to the story. Surprising in its wisdom, Birdman is an unconventional look at the problems of celebrity. Though not a superhero movie, it is a super film thanks to Keaton, Stone, and Norton. Birdman, rated R for language throughout, some sexual content, and brief violence, currently is playing in theaters.

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tributed to his death at a young age. When Riggan’s play needs a replacement for an injured actor, Edward Norton’s Mike arrives on the scene. This character is a director’s nightmare: he insists on drinking real alcohol on stage and tries to add realism to a bedroom scene. Norton’s performance

also asked more than once if he will reprise the character, something Keaton must have endured in his post-Batman days. In many ways, Riggan’s struggles mirror what George Reeves reportedly endured

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.

after becoming television’s beloved Superman. Reeves played the superhero role, becoming an icon to adoring children. But he felt he had been typecast after putting on the cape and tights. It has often been said that this con-

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team did. Every time the 49ers scored the Rams countered, knotting the score at 10-10 at the half. The rest of the game was a defensive battle with the lone tally coming from a 39-yard field goal by the St. Louis place kicker Greg Zuerlein that came with a little over five minutes left in the game sealing a 13-10 win. Several highlights include: • Running back Tre Mason made his first career start at running back and rushed 19 times for 65 yards, including a long run of 21 yards. • Defensive players Michael Brockers, Aaron Donald, Eugene Sims & William Hayes each tallied a sack on the 49er quarterback. • Defensive end Robert Quinn registered two sacks and forced a fumble. He has 10 career forced-fumbles and his nine forced-fumbles since the start of the 2013 season leads the NFL in that time span. • Quinn has 22 sacks since the start of the 2012, the second-most in the league in that time span. • The Rams notched six sacks in the first half of play, the most in franchise history in the first half of play since a sack became an official statistic in 1982. The Rams next home games include: • Sunday 11-16 against Denver Broncos @ 12 p.m. • Sunday 11-30 against Oakland Raiders @ 12 p.m. • Thursday 12-11 against Arizona Cardinals @ 7:25 p.m. • Sunday 12-21 against New York Giants @ 3:05 p.m. * Getting some respect www.gibsonprinting.com

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past weekend to continue their perfect home record. Chloe Bell had the honors of the first goal with an assist from Ashton Lichvar. Rounding out the rest of the scoring was Alison Frederick, sophomore Carly Brengosz and team-leading scorer Greta Banholzer. Victoria Gil had five saves, earning her eighth win on of the season. The victory increased the Lady Lions record to 8-5 and 3-2 in ECAC play. * Thanks to Lindenwood’s Tyler Scheller-Sports Information Graduate Assistant Mixed Martial Arts Event This Friday at Ameristar Makes National News For the past several weeks this mixed martial arts event has received local, regional and national media attention. It has been promoted on ESPN, The Ultimate Insider, The Today Show, NBC National News along with other local news agencies. The reason for the attention is that one of the bouts features Garrett “G-Money” Holeve, who is 24, has Down syndrome and has been training for several years. He will oppose David “The Cerebral Assassin” Steffan who has monoplegic cerebral palsy effecting his left arm and leg. Steffan has won 48 gold medals in the Special Olympics. Playing integral roles in supporting the event is The National Down Syndrome Society and Change.org. On November 7, promoter Steve Smith of Rumble Time Promotion will present the combat fighting called “Triumph”. Many other MMA fighters are also on the card. Go to www.RumbleTimePromotions.com to get all the details. * The cameras will be clicking all night

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EVENTS Nov. 5: Little Black Book Wine & Workshop 6:30-8pm, Lake Forest Golf and Country Club, 300 Yard Drive in Lake St Louis. LBB is supporting the Lake St Louis Police Department’s charity, Warner’s Warm Up; so bring a coat to donate.

Nov. 8: Wild Bird Rehabilitation Trivia Night & Silent Auction 6 pm, Trivia at 7 pm, Kirkwood Community Center, 111 S. Geyer Rd in Kirkwood. Cash prizes for first and second place finishers. Tickets are $20 each. Soda and water is included. Alcohol permitted. For more information and to purchase tickets, call Denise White at 314.426.6400.

Nov. 6: Social Security Workshop 6pm, St. Charles Co. Library, Middendorf-Kredell Branch, 2750 Hwy K in O’Fallon. To register, or for more information, call Sabrena at 636.614.0394. Nov. 7: Third Annual Barat Academy NHS Middle School Trivia Night Doors open at 5:30pm, Barat Academy, 17815 Wild Horse Creek Rd. in Chesterfield. Donation is $80 for a table of eight, individual spots are $15. To register, visit www.baratacademy.org. For more

Nov. 8: Trivia Night to benefit the Lewis & Clark Boat House and Nature Center and Discovery Expedition of St. Charles Doors Open 6pm, trivia begins at 7pm, St. Peter Parish Center, 221 First Capitol Dr. in St. Charles. Cost is $20 per player (table of 8 $160). Snacks, soda, and beer are included. For tickets, or more information, call 636.947.3199.

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Nov. 10, 17, 24: St. Louis Sail and Power Squadron American Boating Course 7-9pm, St. Charles Fire Station #4, 3201 Boschertown Road, in St. Charles. Instruction is free, and student manual can be purchased for $40.The course meets Missouri state boating operator educational requirements and may qualify you for a discount on boat insurance. For more information, call 636.359.7825.

Pkwy. in O’Fallon. Cost is $14 per person and includes lunch and program. For more information, call 636.240.7772. Nov. 20: 20th annual Taste of St. Charles 6-9pm, Saint Charles Convention Center. Proceeds benefit local charities. Advanced tickets are $40 per person. $45 per person at the door. For more information, or to buy tickets, visit www.tasteofstcharles.com.

Nov. 12: The Kiwanis Club of O’Fallon 52nd Annual Pancake and Sausage Day 6:30am – 6pm, Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 8945 Veterans Memorial Pkwy. in O’Fallon Tickets for adults are $7 and children (6-12) $4. Activities will include a 50/50 raffle, a bake sale, and a silent auction. For more information, call 636.724.8408.

Nov. 21: Immanuel Lutheran Ladies Aid Holiday Bazaar 7:30am-2pm, 632 E. Hwy. N in Wentzville. Featuring homemade baked goods & crafts. Hand Quilted Queen Size Quilt will be raffled off. Lunch served from 11am1:30pm. Menu includes Roast Beef, Hot Dogs, Chili, German Potato Salad, Slaw, Homemade Pie. For more information, call 636.463.3019.

Nov. 14 Wentzville Aglow Lighthouse Praise and Fellowship Noon, Bandana’s, Hwy 70 S. Outer Rd. For more information, call Lynn DeGrave at 314.913.1180. Nov. 15: Holy Cross Lutheran Church Craft Fair 9am-3pm, Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 8945 Veterans Pkwy. in O’Fallon. Now accepting applications for vendors. 6x8 spaces are $45. Table available $10 each, Electric $5. Looking for handmade items. For more information, call Laura Hoffman at 314.724.6671. Nov. 15: Holly Jolly Holiday Boutique Duchesne High School, 2550 Elm. St. in St. Charles. Free and open to the public. Unique booths with gifts, specialty items, crafts and well-known products. For more information, call 636.946.2603. Nov. 17: Little Black Book Coffee & Connections 8:30-9:30am, Café 6 North 10 Cliff View Dr. in Wentzville. Nov. 18: Social Security Workshop 6pm, St. Charles Co. Library, St. Charles Co. Library Spencer Rd. Branch 427 Spencer Rd. in St. Peters. To register, or for more information, call Sabrena at 636.614.0394. Nov. 19: Annual Holiday Bazaar & Auction 10:30am, the Christy Banquet Center, 9000 Veterans Memorial

Nov. 22: Celebration Church Fall Craft Fair 9am-4pm, 250 Birdie Hills Rd. in St. Peters. All artisans/crafters selling handcrafted items. Seeking crafters. Guest speakers throughout the day. For more information, or to register, visit www.celebrationcares.org, or call 636.578.0160. Nov. 22: The St. Louis Chordinals women’s chorus show “Celebrate St. Louis” 1:30 pm, St. Peters Cultural Arts Theatre, 1035 St Peters Howell Rd. in St Peters. Guest performance by The Original Banjo Band from Your Father’s Mustache. Tickets at the door $15, in advance $12. Group rate available. For tickets, or more information, call 636.443.2399, or 314,791.3622. Nov. 22: “Goggle til you Wobble” Thanksgiving Crawl 11am-3pm, Check-in begins at RT Weiler’s on Main St. St. Charles. Hosted by the Unlimited Play Young Professionals. Locations include Big A’s, Bobby’s Place, RT Weiler’s Llywelyn’s Pub, Uncle Joe’s Bar and Grill. Tickets are $20 per person. Ticket includes drink specials at each bar, food specials, raffle ticket, and UP Koozie. All proceeds benefit Unlimited Play. For more information, visit www.unlimitedplay. org/thanksgivingcrawl. Ongoing Events 1st Monday: Gardeners of St.

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Charles County Monthly Meeting 6:30pm. Location varies. 314.304.7480. 2nd Monday: Winghaven Civil War Round Table 6:30pm, Midwest BankCentre board room, 2299 Technology Dr. O’Fallon. For more informaiton call Mike at 314.276.5018. 4th Monday: American Legion Post 388 Meets 6:30 pm at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 8945 Vets. Mem. Pkwy. 636.219.0553. Every Monday: St. Peters Rotary Club Noon at St. Peters City Hall, One St. Peters Centre Blvd. www.stpetersrotary.org. Every Monday: Seasoned Eye Carvers Meeting 9am to noon at the St. Charles Senior Citizens Center, 1455 Fairgrounds Rd. in St. Charles. For more information, visit www.stcharlesareawoodcarvers. com. Every Monday: Cribbage Club 1pm, Heritage at Hawk Ridge Clubhouse, 235 Pigeon Dr. in Lake St. Louis. For more information, call 636.561.2970. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday: Fitness First Exercise Classes 9:30-10:30am, American Legion Hall, 504 Luetkenhaus Blvd., Wentzville. 314.369.6521. Tuesday and Friday Evenings: Tae Kwon Do Classes Dardenne Presbyterian Church, 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie. For more information, call 636.561.4347. 1st Tuesday: Fleur de Lis Garden Society 6:30pm at the Kisker Road Library, 1000 Kisker Road. Info: Jeanne at 314.605.8563. 2nd Tuesday: Show-me Stitchers Embroiderer’s Guild of America 7pm at the Ladue Chapel. Info: www.showmestitchers.com. Last Tuesday of every month, St. Charles American Legion Post 312 spaghetti dinner. 5pm, St. Charles American Legion Post 312, 2500 Raymond Drive in St. Charles. $5 per person. For more information call Post 312 at 636.947.7666. 4th Tuesday: O’Fallon Garden Club 6:30pm at Sunrise Methodist Church, 7116 Twin Chimney Blvd. Info: Barb at 636.978.5930.

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www.mycnews.com • Community News - St. Charles County • November 5, 2014 Every Tuesday: Gateway Spotlight ChorUS 7:15-9:45pm at First United Methodist Church, 801 First Capitol Drive in St. Charles. Info: www.gatewayspotlight.org or 636.256.6823. Every Tuesday & Thursday: Tai Chi at the St. Charles County Family YMCA 8-9am & 10:15-11:15am. No experience necessary. 636-928-1928. Tuesdays & Thursdays: Get Fit Exercise Classes 9-10am and 5:30-6:30pm at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church Hall, New Melle. 314.369.6521. Tuesdays and Fridays: TaeKwonDo Ministry 5:30pm, Dardenne Presbyterian Church 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie. Moses Kim brings Christian teaching into taekwondo. For more information, or to sign up, call 636.561.4347. Every Wednesday: Dardenne Presbyterian Church Basketball 8-9:30pm, Dardenne Presbyterian Christian Life Center, 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie. Open to 6th grade and up. Bring a light and dark shirt for different teams. 1st Wednesday of each month: Hope & Healing 5-6pm, Dardenne Presbyterian Rock Church, 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie. Unique service of music, worship, and prayer for those in need of hope and healing. Every Wednesday: Active Older Adults Game Day at the O’Fallon Family YMCA 10am Free. Bring a favorite snack to share. Anybody welcome. Every Wednesday: Crossroads Cribbage Club 10am Meets at 1380 Boone St., Troy, MO 63379. 636.528.8379. Every Wednesday: Men’s Golf League 5pm, tee off at 5:30 pm at Heritage of Hawk Ridge. www.lakesaintlouis.com, under the parks and recreation section.

Every Wednesday: Charity Bingo 6:45pm VFW Post 5077 sponsors, at VFW Hall, 8500 Veterans Mem. Pkwy., O’Fallon. 636.272.1945 or www.vfwpost5077.org.

Every Thursday: Kiwanis Club of St. Peters 6:30am at IHOP (3851 Veteran’s Memorial Pkwy St. Peters). 636.328.4941.

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Every Wednesday, Winfield Foley Firefighters Association Bingo. Doors open at 4:30, bingo at 6:30pm, Bingo hall is next door to County Market in the Winfield Plaza on Highway 47. For more information, call 636.566.6621 or 636.566.8406. 1st and 3rd Wednesday Each Month: St. Charles Area Wood Carvers 7– 9pm, Weldon Spring Site Remedial Action Project at 7295 Highway 94 South in St. Charles. Visitors welcomed. For more information, visit www.stcharlesareawoodcarvers.com. 2nd Wednesday: Free Financial Education- Money Matters 6:30pm at the O’Fallon Family YMCA. PNC Bank and The O’Fallon Family YMCA have partnered to provide monthly free financial education courses for members of the community. Info (including a list of topics): call PNC Bank at 636.272.2449. Third Thursdays: Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 458 Meeting 7pm, Amvets Post 106, 360 Brown Rd in St. Peters. Those who served in any branch between 1962 and 1975 are welcome. Every Thursday: Dardenne Presbyterian Church Quilters 9am-2pm, Dardenne Presbyterian Church, 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie. Members do hand quilting to quilts of any size for donation that is given to various church supported charities. No experience is necessary to join the group. For more information, contact Vickie Young at 636.928.7348, or Brenda Kenny at 636.240.3753.

Every Thursday: O’Fallon Rotary Club Breakfast 7:30am at The Holy Cross Lutheran Church (8945 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, across from Fort Zumwalt Park). Visitors welcome. 636.980.1777. Every Thursday: Yoga at The St. Charles County Family YMCA 7-7:55pm Any level. Info: 636.928.1928. Every Thursday: O’Fallon Rotary Club Breakfast 7:30am, Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 8945 Veterans Memorial Pkwy. in O’Fallon. All Rotarians or interested parties are welcome.

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Third Thursday of the month, Ladies Night Out Cottleville Crafts, Etc..., 5335 Highway N in Cottleville. Vinyl design class. For more information, call 636.441.2700 or visit www.cottlevillecrafts.com. 2nd & 4th Thursday: Alexander Chapter 242/Eastern Star St. Charles Masonic Lodge, 2051 Collier Corporate Parkway, St. Charles. 636.577.0056. Third Thursday of each month: Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 458 Meeting 7pm, Amvets Post 106, 360 Brown Rd. in St. Peters. Veterans who served in any branch of service between 1962 and 1975 are welcome. Every Friday: Moms Play Group 10am at LSL Community Association, 100 Cognac Ct., Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367. 314.479.0306, andreacrislip@gmail.com or www. lslmothersclub.com.

Every Friday: VFW Fish Fry 3-8pm VFW Post 2866. 66 VFW Lane. Call Bill Sams, 636.724.9612. Every Friday, St. Charles American Legion Post 312 charity bingo 6:30pm, St. Charles American Legion Post 312, 2500 Raymond Drive in St. Charles. For more information call Post 312 at 636.947.7666. Every Saturday: Chess 8-11am or later in the food court at Mid Rivers Mall in St. Peters. Every Saturday: Veterans Learn guitar for FREE 9:30am in Historic St. Charles. Info: Bill Dennis at 314.479.5750. Every Saturday: Peaceful Puppy Mill Protest 11am - 12:30pm at Petland, 6131 Ronald Reagan Drive, Lake St. Louis. banmo.puppymills@yahoo. com.

2nd and 4th Thursdays: Alexander Chapter #242 Order of the Eastern Star Meetings 7:30pm, St. Charles Masonic Lodge, 2051 Collier Corporate Parkway in St. Charles. Third Thursday of each month: Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 458 meetings 7pm, Amvets Post 106, 360 Brown Rd in St. Peters. SUDOKU answers from page 10

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Joe Morice Bad Food Tastes Good As a young man, I often worked in the big city. At lunchtime there was usually a Bar & Grill nearby where bluecollar workers could get one of the best hamburgers known to mankind along with whatever refreshment they desired. In those days, before the politically correct crowd descended upon us, it was sometimes a beer or two. Other local eateries we frequented were the diners or ‘greasy spoons’ of the era. This was an affectionate term for the most part. They had great blue-collar cuisine that would have sent today’s diet police into a frenzy of sour disapproval. But did it taste good? You bet. Most food that clogs arteries tastes good. When I’m riding through an area, I can often judge a community by their eating establishments. If it’s really new, fast-foods grow out of the ground like tumors with occasional sit-down chain restaurants. However in St. Charles County, Main Street Diner in Old St. Peters popped up a few years ago reminiscent of those long ago eateries that seem to have almost disappeared from the big city. They have reconstructed what so many of us loved from the old days; an authentic diner that serves great-tasting meals for an affordable price.

It seems I’m not the only one that misses Mom & Pop operations where you can sip hot coffee and peruse the morning newspaper while you eat biscuits & gravy or bacon & eggs. The place is thriving and they‘ve since added a covered deck. Where else can you get a meal in almost the same time it takes the fast-foods with a stacked up lunch crowd for the same price with better tasting chow? You can sit at a table and be served and occasionally, one of the owners or servers will stop and chat if they aren’t too busy. The cuisine isn’t exotic or expensive. It’s just good old home cooking. When they had chicken fried steak with cream gravy for a lunch special, I almost swooned. The diet police and my doctor will probably burn me at the stake if they read this. If it’s any consolation, I only eat there on occasion…like when I tire of my own cooking. Otherwise I try to control myself and exercise. I don’t belong to a spa where they wear high-dollar sweats, air-shoes and head bands while they jump up down or run nowhere on treadmills and sip foul-tasting veggie-juice concoctions. I insist on drawing the line somewhere. If I’m going to lose weight, I’d rather not do it with dozens of other waistchallenged people grunting and sweating or sitting in

a crowd lying about what I ate for breakfast. Perhaps I’ll pay the price for my eating transgressions one of these days. Skinny friends warned me I’ll have a paralyzing stroke someday and turn into a helpless vegetable. I teased, “Maybe you’re right, but if I do you can serve me up with diet dressing to those veggie lovers you hang with.” They rolled their eyes and stomped off to nibble lettuce and polish their Bow Flex. There are other local restaurant/diners around the area, thank heaven. In St. Charles, there’s JJ’s on Duchesne with occasional car shows or Lady Di’s on Kingshighway. Both serve great home styled cuisine if you’re in a rebellious feeding frenzy. If Lady Di’s is too busy, you can refill your own coffee cup. I recommend seeking them out and patronizing them on occasion. Just don’t tell your doctor or the diet police. They may get upset and have a coronary. Bon appétit. 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 big machines. He has no formal training as a writer, unless 60 years 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.