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Common Cents Rental Sells, Rents
Repairs Outdoor Equipment
Common Cents Rental Inc. is
approaching its ffth anniversary with new
offerings that take the lawn equipment
rental, repair and sales business into the
fourth season of outdoor maintenance.
The family company, which opened
in 2009, carries major equipment brands,
including Echo, Grasshopper, Husqvarna,
Hustler Turf, Redmax, Tanaka, Toro and
Shindaiwa. It recently added Fisher Snow
Plows to its line of sales and repair.
Bryan and Jennifer Ficken acquired the
rental equipment business fve years ago
from the retiring previous owner. It was a
good ft because Bryan Ficken has worked
in lawn and garden his whole life. So it
was only natural to add a lawn and garden
component to the business, building on
the base of his longstanding
customers.
Customers can rent a wide
range of lawn and power
equipment, including air tools,
aerators, backhoes, chain saws,
concrete tools, drain snakes,
fooring tools, pallet forks, skids,
welders and now snow plows.
As for the lawn and garden aspect, we
have many years in the feld, Jennifer
Ficken said. Bryan originally worked on
mowers out of our back yard and grew
from there.
In the past fve years, we have grown
leaps and bounds because of wonderful
customers who have recommended us, she
said.
The customers appreciate that Common
Cents prices are fair and realistic and that
the rental equipment is in very good shape,
Ficken said.
Jennifer Ficken gets the most
satisfaction in her job from customers
being pleased with our work, friendliness
and willingness to work with them, she
said. I enjoy talking to customers.
Although summer may yet
bring some hot days, fall and
winter are just around the corner.
Keep us in mind for aerator
rental and seed, as well as salt
and snow plows, Ficken said.
From left: Austin, Jennifer, Kevin, Bryan, Breanna, Andrew Mudd, Tim, Curtis and Andrew.
1080 Gravois Road Fenton 636-326-4888
www.commoncentsrental.com
Best Home Furnishings Proud To Be
Made By Americans In America
The owner of the Best Home Furnishings
showroom in South Towne Square not only
takes pride in his business, he takes pride in
his country.
Carl Boyer, owner and manager of the
store since 2007, said customers appreciate
the fact that the stores products are
American-made by Americans in America.
Best Home Furnishings has been in the
business for 50 years, selling furniture made in
southern Indiana. The family-owned company
started as Best Chairs, and today it has become
the worlds largest chair manufacturer.
The South County showroom carries
quality living-room furniture and accent fur-
niture, including chairs, glider rockers, office
chairs, recliners, sofas, love seats, sectional
sofas, ottomans and accent tables. Best Home
Furnishings also offers over 700 custom fab-
ric and leather options so
customers can find the
perfect sofa or chair for the living room or
home office.
The products are made using domestic
kiln-dried hardwood frames and the finest
high-density foams. Recliners use Leggett
and Platt mechanisms, of Carthage, Missouri.
Customers can select the perfect furniture in
their chosen fabric, and the factory will build
it in three weeks or less.
This is the only factory-direct store any-
where in the world for the worlds largest
chair manufacturer, Boyer said.
The Best Homes factory ships to 38
countries and 2,000 retailers in the U.S., cov-
ering all 50 states. The St. Louis showroom is
the first factory-direct store for Best. It deliv-
ers all over the to St. Louis, St. Louis metro-
politan area.
Boyer finds satisfaction by making St.
Louis homes more beau-
tiful, he said.
From left: Carl Boyer, Cory Prsha and Ed Schneider.
11182-B South Towne Square 314-894-9922
www.bhfstl.com Lindbergh & 55
South County
behind Dennys
Since 1982, Brewers Flooring Treats
Customers With Honesty & Respect
Brewers Flooring has been in business
since 1982 and is still owned and operated by
the Brewer family: Dan, Linda, Mike and
Kristen. All are experts in the flooring indus-
try.
We are knowledgeable of our products and
we know how a customer wants to be treated,
Dan said. When you enter our showroom, you
are first very impressed with our displays and
selection with everything from the entry-level
products to the most unique and finest in the
industry.
At Brewers, there are no high pressure
sales tactics used, no tricks or gimmicks such
as free this and free that, and no inflated prices
to then offer huge discounts.
We still run our business the same as when
we opened our doors 32 years ago, Dan said.
We treat every customer with honesty and
respect, have competitive prices, professional
installation and are the best in our industry with
customer service and satisfaction.
Even though customers have probably seen
Brewers ads throughout the years, the compa-
ny takes great pride in the fact that most of its
business is still generated by word-of-mouth
referrals.
So, for those looking for new flooring
whether it be carpet, tile, vinyl, ceramic, hard-
wood or luxury vinyl tiles stop by Brewers
Flooring showroom for an experience
unmatched by the competition. For those also
looking for new window treatments, Brewers
Flooring carries Hunter Douglas Window
Treatments.
We do a lot more than just flooring. We
also do kitchen backsplashes, tub and shower
enclosures, interior doors, baseboards, counter-
tops and much more.
Visit Brewers Flooring at 6 Meramec Valley Plaza in Valley Park.
6 Meramec Valley Plaza Valley Park 636-225-8350
brewersflooring.com
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Shop Sugar Magnolia For The Perfect
Bra & Specialty Lingerie
Sugar Magnolia Boutique, Webster
Groves specialty lingerie and bra shop,
features custom-fit bras and offers lounge-
wear, intimates, bridal, burlesque and
maternity lingerie, as well as hosiery, jew-
elry, soaps and candles.
I have always loved lingerie, but after
15 years of marriage and three children, I
didnt even recognize my own body, said
shop owner Lisa Davis.
Left frustrated by the lack of options
and the difficulty in locating a proper-fit-
ting bra, Davis founded Sugar Magnolia in
February 2012. The goal was a unique
specialty shop that provides a personal
experience, as well as an array of sizes.
Were trying to fill the void between a
boring bra shop and a swanky adult store,
Davis said.
Owner Davis, Carrie
Dalton and Ellen Mazur
make up Sugar Magnolias
team. While Davis has a
true passion for lingerie,
Dalton brings a fresh cre-
ative flair to the store and
Mazur has a real keen eye
for detail.
We are changing the way women feel
about themselves, one bra at a time,
Davis said.
Recent research showed that about 80
percent of women are wearing the wrong
bra size. An ill-fitting bra can cause neck,
back and shoulder pain.
At Sugar Magnolia, you will be fitted
by one of our specialists and given the
knowledge to help you understand why a
great fitting bra is so important for every
woman no matter her size, Davis said,
Customers say they love the array of
bra sizes from cup sizes AA to N and band
sizes from 28 to 50. The shop also carries
lacy, silky, risqu and romantic styles, plus
special made-in-the-shop garters.
Whether youre seeking the perfect
gift, a custom special
order, space for a party, or
a basic everyday bra, you
can expect a comfortable,
highly personalized shop-
ping experience at Sugar
Magnolia, Davis said.
From left: Ellen Mazur, Lisa Davis and Carrie Dalton
38 N. Gore Ave. Webster Groves 314-395-9159
www.sugar-magnolia.com
Rib City Pits Its Slow-Cooking
Barbecue Against Competition
Rib City St. Louis BBQ serves
barbecued baby back and St. Louis-style
ribs, 18-ounce pork steaks, chicken, turkey
and beef, along with salads, sides and
homemade desserts.
We felt that St. Louis didnt have
many good BBQ restaurants, said Gregg
Matthes, who has operated Rib City
franchises with Gary Frossard and Bill
Shocklee since 2008. We never heard
anyone talk about barbecue. We knew
we had a good product and a full menu to
cover everyones tastes.
Rib City relocated from its original Des
Peres location to the current space in 2014.
There has been a surge in BBQ
restaurants over the past couple of years,
Matthes said. Many of them are very
good, but well stand up to any of them.
Plus, our restaurant is
more of a family-style
restaurant atmosphere.
Rib City has sit-down
tables, a full bar and
televisions.
Customers may be
surprised to know how
long ribs must be cooked.
It takes several hours every day of
slow cooking to properly make ribs and
other pork dishes, Matthes said. Its not
like home, where men time their grilling by
how many beers theyve had.
All meats are cooked in wood-
burning smokers, basted with Rib Citys
signature barbecue sauce and smoked over
hardwoods, including red oak.
Matthes gets a laugh when he meets a
customer who has never had or heard of a
pork steak, a Midwest specialty.
If they try one, they love it, he added.
Customers tell the staff they love the
baked beans and cole slaw, which are
made in-house daily. If they have one of
the homemade coconut cream, key lime or
pecan pie desserts, you can see their faces
light up, Matthes
said.
The Rib City staff
includes manager
Jesse Matthes, Gregg
Matthes daughter,
and assistant manager
Karingus Belton.
From left: Jesse Matthes, Gregg Matthes, Karingus Belton, Gary Frossard and Bill Shocklee.
1181 Colonnade Center Des Peres 314-965-7427 (RIBS)
www.ribcitystlouis.com
James Durbin Jewelers, Fine Jewelry
and Award Winning Designs
The welcoming atmosphere at James
Durbin Jewelry Design is embodied by
its friendly staff. Durbins philosophy of
dependability, customer service and attention
to detail, plus its commitment to ethical
business practices have made the shop a pillar
in the community.
The hometown family jeweler provides a
full range of services, including jewelry repair,
estate and insurance appraisals, watch batteries
and repair, engraving and pearl stringing.
Whether you are looking for an
engagement ring, a timeless investment
piece or a one-of-a-kind statement piece, we
invite you to explore our extremely varied
inventory, said James Durbin. He opened
the Kirkwood store with his wife, Martha, in
1991, after spending eight years in
Crestwood.
A belief in service to others,
along with a dedicated team, has
propelled Durbin into being one of
the premier custom jewelry stores in
St. Louis.
From elegant fne jewelry with diamonds
and hand-selected colored gems to the artistry
of our metalsmiths handcrafted designs, we
have something for everyone.
The Durbins have spent a lifetime in the
jewelry business and are experts in diamonds
and colored stones. The team includes
award-winning metalsmith Roger Rimel
who has been at Durbins for 20 years and
was 2012 Best of Show award winner at the
Missouri Jewelers Association. Award-winning
Janet Scherrer has been at Durbins for 12
years. Store manager and lead salesperson
Tracy Alonzo with Durbin for 13 years, is a
Jewelers of America Certifed Management
Professional specializing in the engagement/
wedding process. Christa Greenlee, a seven-
year Durbin veteran, is a sales
associate, photographer and social
media coordinator. Anita Palmer
joined the staff this spring.
Stop by 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.,
Tuesday to Friday and 10 a.m. to 2
p.m. on Saturday.
From left: (front) James Durbin, Martha Durbin. (back) Anita Palmer, Christa Greenlee,
Tracy Alonzo, Roger Rimel, Janet Scherrer
114 W. Jefferson Ave. Kirkwood 965-6508
jamesdurbinjewelry.com
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Marthas Hands Providing
Love Through Service Since 1997
Does a family member or friend need a
little help to stay in their home? You can
place your trust in Marthas Hands. A
Marthas Hands nurse care manager will
visit with the client and their family to
customize care.
Typical services include bathing and
dressing assistance, meal preparation/
clean-up, medication set-up and remind-
ers, light housekeeping, laundry, errand
running and companionship.
Eileen Hedrick founded Marthas
Hands on a mission of Love through
Service over 30 years ago. While a nurs-
ing student, Hedrick was taught compas-
sionate care by the Sisters of Mercy,
emphasizing total wellness. She applied
this mission in her nursing career.
With the help of family, Marthas
Hands started in her basement in 1997.
Known for its
quality service,
Marthas Hands
has grown to
become one of
the premiere private-duty home care agen-
cies in St. Louis.
One of our guiding principles is to
provide the kind of care we would want for
our own Mom or Dad, explained Eileen
Hedrick, RN, BSHA. Our unique nurse
care manager approach gives great piece
of mind to families knowing they have a
professional nurse supporting them
through their care decisions.
Marthas Hands is actively involved
with the Home Care Association of
America, Missouri Alliance for Home
Care, Alzheimers Association and the
Kirkwood-Des Peres Area Chamber of
Commerce.
Hedricks daughter, Denise Hedrick
Huber, co-owns Marthas Hands and has
become more involved in running the busi-
ness, working to continue Eileens original
mission of
Love through
Service.
Recently, co-founders Denise Hedrick Huber and Eileen McCaffrey Hedrick, celebrated a
milestone, surpassing three million hours of care services in the local community.
314-965-4350 www.marthashands.com
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Indulge Taste Buds With Lunch & Bread
From Great Harvest Bread Co.
Its not unusual for customers to pur-
chase loaves of bread after stopping in for
lunch at Great Harvest Bread Company.
And thats exactly what owners Tom and
Judy Honigfort had in mind when they
opened their bakery in 2011.
We arent a restaurant, Tom
Honigfort explains. But we serve lunch
daily to showcase our bread.
The August salad special, for example,
features heirloom tomatoes purchased
from Kirkwood Farmers Market, and is
served with a hearty slice of whole grain
spinach feta or cracked pepper Swiss
bread, two of the specialty breads featured
on the bakerys August bake schedule.
These mouth-watering breads are just
a few of the bakery items Great Harvest
prepares daily. It also sells other
breads from Honey Wheat to
Whole Grain Apple
Cinnamon Swirl. Tempting
cookies, scones, muffins
and bars are also on the
menu. Lunch is served
Monday through Saturday to
showcase the fabulous bread.
The staff mills wheat daily on a ham-
mer mill onsite and bakes it into breads
and sweets within 48 hours.
Great Harvest is a great resource for
health-conscious consumers because our
breads and baked goods contain no addi-
tives, preservatives or dough condition-
ers, said Judy Honigfort, who has owned
the bakery with her husband, Tom, since
May 2011.
We derive the most satisfaction from
our business being located in downtown
Kirkwood, she said. A certain buzz fills
the air downtown, especially on beautiful
days. The shops are diverse and eclectic,
other store owners are extremely
supportive, and almost every customer
walks into our bakery with a smile
already on his or her face.
I credit that to the atmo-
sphere that downtown shop-
ping provides. That, and
they know they are about to
taste some pretty amazing
bread, she added.
Tom and Judy Honigfort
125 W. Argonne Ave. Kirkwood 821-1848
www.greatharvestkirkwood.com
For Wrought Iron Restoration,
Call Liberty Sandblasting
When wrought iron property gets old
and weathered, its time to call in Liberty
Sandblasting Inc. for restoration.
Owner Frank Waters started the busi-
ness in 1974 and moved the shop to the
current location in Fenton 28 years ago.
He got his start restoring wrought iron
patio furniture and railings, then went on
to work for the U.S. Army, Navy and Air
Force, as well as Missouri Botanical
Garden, Boeing, various country clubs and
restaurants.
Now, his restoration company provides
sandblasting and painting services for a
wide range of customers. Waters gets assis-
tance from employees John Riffel and Scott
Moser, who have been with the company
for 27 years and Justin Seikmeier who has
been with them for a coulple of years.
The most common projects this time of
year are iron patio furniture, but Liberty
restores and paints iron railings, trailers,
auto parts, antiques, dune buggies, race car
chassis and more. The company recently
completed 140 feet of iron railing for the
Grand Avenue MetroLink station and a
large solar project for GE in Nevada.
All the work is done in the shop, then
shipped or delivered to the customer.
Since 1974, the technology in blast
cleaning has advanced and the quality of
paint products has improved, Waters said.
Regardless of the condition of an item
when it comes into the shop, anything we
do to it makes it look better and last lon-
ger, he said.
He gets satisfaction from his work
when people see the end result of what
we have done for them and hearing their
satisfaction. Weve had many compliments
in letters and emails expressing the satis-
faction with the service we provided.
Owner Frank Waters.
209 Seebold Spur Fenton 636-343-5410
Bueler Inc.s Commitment To Quality
Keeps Customers Coming Back
Since September 1984, Bueler Inc. has
been meeting the areas home renovation
needs, giving the personal touch to residential
design build remodeling projects. The
company specializes in kitchens, bathrooms,
lower levels, room additions and total house
renovations.
With a background in architecture, a
civil engineering degree and work experience
that hailed back to my Kirkwood High
School days, I started Bueler Inc. to build
a remodeling company that people could
trust and depend on year after year through
multiple projects and stages of life, said
owner Fred L. Bueler Jr., who started the
business 30 years ago.
That plan has panned out, as more than
80 percent of the companys business comes
from repeat customers or referrals.
Bueler Inc. has provided us with
outstanding professional service on two
major home additions and
remodels, said one 20-year
customer.
Loyal customers are a
refection of the loyal and
dedicated team that helps
set Bueler Inc. apart in the local remodeling
marketplace. The company employs its own
highly skilled craftsmen, who have been with
Bueler for an average of 18 years. Offce
Manager Kathie Eberle is celebrating her
27th anniversary with the company this year.
Buelers exceptional design and
construction capabilities, its experienced,
professional and dedicated team, and a
delighted and loyal customer base have come
together to create the company it is today,
Bueler said.
Trends and styles change and technology
has helped us be more effcient, but our staff,
commitment to quality and consistently
repeating customers have remained constant,
he said.
To keep up with trends, Bueler is a
certifed aging-in-place specialist, as well
as certifed kitchen designer and certifed
graduate remodeler and is active in local
industry professional
organizations. Bueler Inc.
has won numerous design
awards, including nine St.
Louis Homer Awards.
Owner, Fred Bueler.
13314 Manchester Road Des Peres 966-3191
www.buelerinc.com
John Jackson Neighborhood Real Estate
Local Home Specialist
For Realtor John Jackson, his business is
all about community.
Jackson opened an independent real
estate brokerage in January that specializes in
residential properties in Kirkwood, Glendale
and Webster Groves.
After 15 years at a large corporate real
estate frm, I decided to open a truly local
community brokerage, Jackson said.
Jacksons new brokerage, John Jackson
Neighborhood Real Estate, builds on the
localized expertise he is known for providing
his clients. Jackson and his associates have
settled into a quaint building across the street
from Glendale City Hall on Sappington Road.
I enjoy building relationships in the
Kirkwood, Webster and Glendale area and
having my offce close to my clients and the
tight-knit community in which I live and
work, Jackson said.
Hes now consulting with
clients interested in navigating
the sought-after markets of
Kirkwood, Glendale and
Webster Groves.
Jackson gets great
satisfaction from seeing his
clients enjoy the community.
I run into my clients every single day,
and they always thank me for helping them
decide to move here, he said.
He appreciates the trust his clients have in
him, and hes committed to exceeding client
expectations.
Moving can be daunting and stressful,
especially with children, and knowing that
we are there to support our clients means
everything to them, Jackson said.
In addition to his strong community
relationships, Jackson is known for using
cutting-edge technology, including online
listings and mobile document storage systems,
to bring buyers and sellers together and to
provide seamless customer service.
Jackson is a third-generation real estate
professional. Both of his grandmothers sold
real estate in St. Louis
County in the 1940s and
50s, and his parents and
sister are in real estate.
Jackson lives in Glendale
with his wife, Katie, and
their seven children, ranging
in age from 1 to 15.
Top St. Louis Realtor John Jackson operates a specialty brokerage in Glendale.
423 N. Sappington Glendale 965-HOME (4663)
www.jjneighborhood.com
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Local News Of Interest From
South County Times Newspaper
The South County Times continues to provide
local news of interest to over 33,000 area homes,
thanks to the efforts of so many talented people.
The original South St. Louis County News
was published May 8, 1947. The name was later
shortened to South County News under the own-
ership of Jack Bender.
In March 1986, Webster-Kirkwood Times,
Inc. started The Gravois-Watson Times in
Crestwood, Sunset Hills and Affton. When the
Times purchased the South County News in
February 1989, the two papers were combined to
form the South County News-Times, later short-
ened to the South County Times.
The South County Times is a member of the
Affton, Fenton, South County and Crestwood-
Sunset Hills chambers of commerce. The staff is
led by publisher Dwight Bitikofer and editor-in-
chief Don Corrigan. Kevin Murphy, managing
editor, is in his 33rd year with the paper. Always
with her finger on the pulse of the South County
community, columnist Leslie Gibson McCarthy
shares her views with readers every week.
Among the staff of 26 at the South County
Times are knowledgeable
sales representatives Cathy
Joyner, Tom Carter and Jim
Slama.
The award-winning creative department, led
by creative director Randy Drilingas, now offers
web design along with other graphic design ser-
vices. Visit timestype.com to see samples of their
work.
The South County Times has a substantial
presence online at www.timesnewspapers.com.
New content is posted during the week, ranging
from breaking news, to road closures, to commu-
nity spotlights. Visitors may add items to the
online calendar, submit a letter to the editor, or
post a comment about recent stories.
The website makes it easy to place a classified
ad, find the perfect place to dine with the online
restaurant guide, or purchase photos from a recent
story or photo gallery. From the website, readers
can link to the South County Times Facebook
page or sign up to follow the South County Times
on Twitter.
The businesses and other entities that pur-
chase advertising space in the Times make it pos-
sible for the newspaper to be a public forum and
a premiere source of local news, information and
personality, said publisher Bitikofer. We thank
the readers and the advertisers
who make it beneficial for all
concerned.
122 W. Lockwood St. Louis 314-968-2699
From left: Kevin Murphy, managing editor; Mary Chambers, general manager; Tom Carter, Sales; Cathy Joyner, sales;
Dwight Bitikofer, publisher; Jim Slama, sales; Don Corrigan, editor-in-chief; Randy Drilingas, creative director.
Like A Good Neighbor
James Carlton State Farm Is There
When the Affordable Care Act came to
fruition in early 2014, James Carlton State
Farm was there to help customers make the
transition to a new way of acquiring health
insurance.
We have many options to help people
prepare, Carlton said. Whether thats
checking to see if an individual or family
qualifes for a subsidy or whether someone
would like to compare their current plan to
what we have to offer, were a great resource.
We also offer Health Savings Accounts for
those with high-deductible plans.
As a State Farm agency, Carlton also
offers auto, home and renters, life and
bank insurance and retirement products. All
members of the team are licensed to help
customers address their needs and identify
any gaps in their coverage. The agencys
mission is to provide a remarkable customer
experience in the offering of insurance and
fnancial products from the leader in the
industry.
D. Smith is a very satisfed customer,
noting: That commercial slogan is so right:
Like a good neighbor State Farm is there.
My agent James Carlton and his staff are
wonderful. I recently had an accident and
had to have repairs. They made my claims
process easy and worry-free. They always
fnd me the best rates and go the extra mile
to help. I really appreciate the customer
service they provide.
James Carlton took over from retiring
agent Bobbie Truetken in December 2011.
His team includes Caroline French, Betsy
Simpkins and Bob Sullivan.
I prepared three years for the takeover
and couldnt be happier being a part of the
Webster Groves community, Carlton said.
The Carlton agency is a member of
the Webster Groves Rotary Club and the
Webster Groves/Shrewsbury/Rock Hill
Chamber of Commerce.
We love to be involved in the
community by contributing to the Old
Webster Jazz and Blues Festival or Art &
Air, he said.
From left: Bob Sullivan, Caroline French, Betsy Simpkins, James Carlton
34 N. Gore Webster Groves 314-961-4800
www.carltoninsurance.net
Hometowners
Ken and Dorothy Dot Trammell of Fenton
celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary with
a Renewal of Vows Ceremony on Aug. 2. Ken
and Dot were married while in their teens in
the summer of 1969. The celebration provided
an opportunity to share their love with family
and friends, including their three daughters and
their grandchildren. The service was directed by
Harbor Light Hospice Chaplain Dwight Ervin.
The couple walked out to a recording of Ken
singing to Dot just fve years ago.
Paul and Mary E. Rudoff (nee Mees)
celebrated 65 years of marriage on Aug. 6. They
were married at Carondelet United Church of
Christ in St. Louis. The couple has two children,
Mark and Linda, and four grandchildren, Macie,
Mike, Erica and Jacquelyn. They have been
residents of Concord Village for 63 years.
Air Force Airman Brandon E. Hammel
recently graduated from basic military training at
Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio,
Texas. Hammel, 2012 graduate of Lindbergh High
School, is the son of Kirk B. Hammel and Amy L. Tureen.
Lindbergh High School Class of 2014 graduate Benjamin
LeDeaux has been awarded a National Security Language
Initiative for Youth scholarship to study the Chinese language
in China during 2014-15.
Air Force Guard Airman Anne C. Ortwerth, an enlistee
in the Missouri Air National Guard, has been assigned to 131
Bomb Wing, Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., as an aerospace
maintenance technician. Ortwerth, the daughter of Daniel L.
Ortwerth, is a 2014 graduate of Lindbergh High School.
Nicholas Batsch of Sunset Hills took frst place in the
Skydive Empuriabrava Beach Festival and the King of Swoop
2014 in Spain, July 21-27. King of Swoop is the worlds
most diffcult parachute landing competition. Around 60
international competitors traveled to Empuriabrava from all
over the world to compete in the competition to break into the
highest league of parachute piloting.
Army Pvt. Wendell Walker recently graduated from basic
combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. Walker, the son of Diane
Simpson and Wendell Walker, is a 2002 graduate of Affton High School.
Air Force Airman Sean M. Conners recently graduated from basic
military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.
He earned distinction as an honor graduate. The son of James and Teresa
Conners of Fenton, Conners is a 2013 graduate of Lindbergh High School.
Three Lindbergh High School seniors
were among 88 high school students who
recently graduated from the 2014 Students
and Teachers as Research Scientists
(STARS) program at the University of
Missouri-St. Louis. Seniors Ann Iverson,
Igi Vilza and Joshua Wiedner assisted
top research mentors from the area. The
students worked in labs, attended lectures
and participated in social events on and off
campus.
Sappington resident Walter Timm, an attorney with The Lowenbaum
Partnership, LLC, is among 13 individuals who will be recognized during Legal
Services of Eastern Missouris 2014 For the Common Good Annual Awards
Reception on Aug 27. He will receive the F. Wm. McCalpin Pro Bono Award
which recognizes attorneys who have exhibited an extraordinary dedication to
pro bono work. Timm is an active member of the Volunteer Lawyers Program.
At its annual Grand Session
in Jefferson City, the Jobs
Daughters of Bethel #49 of
Crestwood recently placed
frst in the Team Ritual
Competition, as well as in the
Choir Competition. Plus, the
11 girls attending won over 50
individual awards in Ritual,
Music and Arts & Crafts and
four girls received scholarships
to further their education.
Pictured from left: First row -
Jenna Hercher, Erin Ashwell, Claire Gibbs, Kaitlyn Ashwell; second row:
Emily Klein, Lydia Aiken, Molly Gibbs, Amanda Aiken, Becca Hairer,
Reba Tague and Katie Tevebaugh.
Batsch
The Rudoffs
The Trammels
Lindbergh High School seniors
Joshua Wiedner, Igi Vilza and Ann
Iverson, graduates of STARS
LeDeaux