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Gardening calendar

Gardening calendar

The Spring Wildflower Market at Shaw Nature Reserve an annual initiative to promote native plants to home gardeners and professional landscapers. This year’s sale will be held on May 11. (Photo courtesy of Missouri Botanical Garden) Passiglia’s... read more »

 

Menu add-ons give Bones’ French Quarter a Cajun accent

Menu add-ons give Bones’ French Quarter a Cajun accent

Ashley Daniels, Bones’ French Quarter general manager When area residents are craving Cajun but find that getting to Bourbon Street in New Orleans requires too far of a drive, the solution is to drive down Manchester Road, where just two... read more »

 

Too soon for solids, Health Capsules

Too soon for solids, Health Capsules

A large percentage of mothers feed their babies solid food before they reach the recommended age, a practice the American Academy of Pediatrics calls “concerning.” Too soon for solids Many mothers are ignoring pediatric experts’ advice... read more »

 

Bombarded by Messages: Who’s really talking to our kids?

Bombarded by Messages: Who’s really talking to our kids?

“You talkin’ to me?” Well, as a matter of fact, yes. Every day, the movies and television shows you’re watching are talking to you – and not just to you. They also are talking to any kids who might be listening, leaving parents to... read more »

 

Money talks when it comes to losing weight, Health Capsules

A Mayo Clinic study found that financial incentives can help people lose weight. Cashing in on weight loss Money talks when it comes to losing weight, according to a Mayo Clinic study. To find out if financial incentives would help people lose... read more »

 

Good food and fun await at Krieger’s in Chesterfield

Good food and fun await at Krieger’s in Chesterfield

  Krieger’s offers fresh-made food in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. Those who were disappointed with the closing of Krieger’s Sports Bar & Grill restaurants in St. Charles County can take heart, because just 15 minutes away... read more »

 

The customer is king, but freshness rules at The Donut Palace

The customer is king, but freshness rules at The Donut Palace

The addition of the Creative Cookie Kitchen has brought expanded offerings to The Donut Palace of Ellisville. The day for Ann and Frank Mahler begins late at night – make that early morning – when they start to make the donuts. The Mahlers... read more »

 

Mercy’s new scanner reduces radiation exposure, Health Capsules

Mercy’s new scanner reduces radiation exposure, Health Capsules

A scanner now used at Mercy in Creve Coeur provides PET/CT scans using reduced radiation levels. Mercy’s new scanner reduces radiation exposure Patients at Mercy in Creve Coeur can rest a little easier when their doctors prescribe a PET/CT... read more »

 

After 15 years, Big Bear still going strong

After 15 years, Big Bear still going strong

Nancy Freed (center) owns and operates Big Bear Grill with her sons, Jeff (left) and Dave Freed. It would be fair to say that Big Bear Grill is a Wildwood landmark. Founded in 1998 by the late Arnie Freed and his wife, Nancy, Big Bear is a... read more »

 

Lighter fare for spring feasts

Lighter fare for spring feasts

Looking for a dish that’s just right for spring? Look no further than these internationally inspired favorites. As an added bonus, they look challenging but are really quite simple and sure to impress. Strawberry Napoleons Strawberry... read more »

 
 
 
 

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