👋 Good Morning, West County!

In today’s ⚡️West County Pulse newsletter:

• 🐱 130+ Cats Found in Wildwood Home

• 👮 Ellisville PD Gets Eye-Catching Upgrade

• 🏥 A New Urgent Care Opens in Des Peres

Let’s jump into today’s newsletter!

— Jared Michel

Top Stories

🐱 130+ Cats Found in Wildwood Home

In Wildwood this week, a routine welfare check turned into an extraordinary discovery. A large home on Country Trails Court was found to be housing more than 130 cats. Animal Control officers were brought in and have been on-sight all week. The discovery came after the homeowner's daughter, living out of state, raised concerns about her elderly parents' well-being.

The APA Adoption Center of Missouri is in desperate need of help due to the overwhelming number of cats:

👮 Ellisville PD Gets Eye-Catching Upgrade

Ellisville's police department recently received a generous donation from local business Popticals. The company provided 38 pairs of high-tech safety sunglasses to enhance officer protection. These glasses have already proven their worth during a training session, where they successfully deflected a potentially harmful shell.

🏠 Senior Tax Freeze: Relief on the Horizon

St. Louis County is preparing to (finally) launch its senior citizen property tax credit program. This initiative will freeze certain real estate taxes for qualifying residents aged 62 and older who own their homes. The county advises eligible seniors to visit their website for information on required documents and to prepare for the upcoming application process.

🏈 High School Football Faces Ref Shortage

As Friday night lights illuminate local fields, high schools are scrambling to find enough referees. Schedulers are reaching out to neighboring districts to fill the gaps in officiating crews. While the shortage affects various sports, football games are feeling the pinch most acutely. The Missouri State High School Activities Association is offering resources for those interested in donning the stripes.

Business

🏥 New Urgent Care Opens in Des Peres

A new urgent care facility is now available in Des Peres. Mercy-GoHealth Urgent Care has officially opened its doors, marked by a ribbon-cutting event. The center offers a convenient option for residents seeking care for non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries. This expansion brings more healthcare choices to the local community.

🏈 Chiefs Fans: Win Big at Dogwood Social!

Dogwood Social House is running a raffle for a Chiefs game experience. The prize includes two tickets to the final game of the 2024 season in Kansas City on December 8th, plus a two-night hotel stay. Customers can enter by visiting any Dogwood location during NFL games. Winners will be announced on November 24th, 2024.

🎓 Logan U Graduates Pediatric Chiro Experts

Logan University in Chesterfield has made a significant advancement in chiropractic education. Seven doctors have become the first graduates of the world's only Master of Science in Chiropractic Pediatrics program. This new degree equips chiropractors with specialized knowledge to treat children effectively.

💪 YMCA Offering Special Membership Deal

Both the YMCA branches in Chesterfield and Wildwood are offering an incentive for new members. The promotion includes waiving the joining fee and providing $50 in Y-Bucks to be applied towards personal training or various YMCA programs. The offer is only available through September 16. Learn more / join here.

City Highlights

Chesterfield

🚓 Officer Teaches Kids About 911 Calls

This week Chesterfield's Elementary School Resource Officer, Celia Saavedra, hosted Pops with Cops at Shenandoah Valley Elementary. Kindergarteners learned about when to use 911 and what police officers do. The event included a look inside patrol cars and ended with popsicles for the young participants.

Creve Coeur

🔨 Open House for Dielmann Complex Improvements

Creve Coeur officials are looking to improve the Dielmann Recreation Complex. They're inviting residents to an open house next week on September 11 to share plans and gather feedback. The proposed changes focus on enhancing the concession area and relocating the golf pro shop. The city is also exploring grant options to fund the project.

Des Peres

🏰 Royal Tea Party Coming to Des Peres Park

Des Peres Park is hosting a special princess-themed event for children on September 28. The morning will feature a tea party with princess hosts, who will teach tea etiquette and lead sing-alongs. Elsa and Belle will guide arts and crafts activities, a unicorn will be present for viewing, and attendees are encouraged to wear princess costumes. Learn more / register here.

Ellisville

🔥 Bluebird Park to Host Evening Hayrides This Fall

Ellisville Parks and Recreation is organizing fall hayrides at Bluebird Park. The events will take place on Thursday evenings from September 26th to October 17th. Participants can enjoy a hayride, hot cocoa, and roast marshmallows for s'mores. Pre-registration is required, with different time slots available each evening.

Eureka

🌊 Eureka Secures Deals for Floodwall Project

Eureka's flood defense strategy is taking shape. The city has successfully negotiated three essential property agreements, marking a crucial step towards implementing floodwall protection. These deals are centered on shielding Old Town businesses and the city's sewage treatment plant from potential flooding. Mayor Sean Flower announced that detailed engineering plans for two major flood mitigation projects are being developed and will be presented in the coming months.

Manchester

👮 Manchester Officer Wins State Award

Sergeant Evan Waters of Manchester has received the Missouri School Resource Officer Lifetime Service Award. Waters served for 13 years in the Parkway School District, working at South High and Southwest Middle. At this week’s Board of Aldermen meeting, Mayor Mike Clement presented a proclamation recognizing Waters' achievement and commitment to the community.

Town & Country

🥋 Free Women's Self-Defense Course Offered

The Town & Country Police Department and Maryville University are collaborating to provide a free women's self-defense course. The Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) program begins this fall, teaching practical techniques to enhance safety skills. The course is open to females aged 16 and up, with registration required by September 17th via email.

Wildwood

📚 Wildwood History Book Signing Event

Jill VonGruben, author of Celebrate the History of Wildwood, MO, will be signing books at this year's Celebrate Wildwood festival. Her work, which took nearly eight years to complete, covers the area's history from prehistoric times to 2022. Attendees can purchase the book at a discount: $5 off paperback and $10 off hardcover editions.

Valley Park

🚔 Valley Park Adds New Police Officer

Valley Park's police force has a new addition. Officer Blake, with 13 years of experience in the St. Louis County Police Department, has joined the local detail. The city is also addressing the use of recreational off-highway vehicles, outlining specific rules for their operation within city limits. Read the latest full Valley Park’s monthly police detail update here.

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