👋 Welcome to April, West County!

In today’s ⚡️ West County Pulse newsletter:

• 🦅 A Falcon Release

• 🏊‍♂️ A Pool Renovation

• 🎢 Six Flags Opens

Let’s jump into today’s newsletter!

— Jared Michel

THE DIGEST

🦅 World Bird Sanctuary Celebrates Falcon Release

The World Bird Sanctuary recently released a rare Merlin falcon back into the wild after it was found critically injured, likely due to a window collision. The sanctuary's Kathryn G. Favre Foundation Raptor Hospital nursed the falcon back to health, and it was released at Route 66 State Park in Eureka, on 314 Day. Read the full story here.

🏡 Backyards Disappearing in Ballwin Neighborhood

Residents in a Ballwin neighborhood are growing increasingly concerned as erosion eats away at their backyards. Today’s upcoming rain and storms could exacerbate the issue, with a once-small creek now spanning 20 feet wide and 10 feet deep. MSD has identified this as one of 500 stormwater improvement projects they’d like to tackle if Prop S passes in tomorrow’s election. Watch KMOV’s full report here.

🏃‍♂️ Charity Walk Strides Toward Addiction Support

On Friday morning, a determined group of early risers participated in a 15-mile charity walk from Ballwin’s Fit Body Boot Camp to Warson Woods. The event, now in its second year, raised funds for The Next Step STL, a non-profit providing financial assistance to individuals in 12-step recovery programs for alcohol or substance use disorders. Last year's walk raised $6,000, and this year's efforts have already surpassed $16,000, with proceeds supporting tuition assistance for those in recovery. Read more here.

🚨 2.8 Magnitude Earthquake Jolted STL Region Last Week

Last Thursday a surprising 2.8 magnitude earthquake rattled the St. Louis area at 6:55pm. Hundreds of residents have reported feeling the tremors, which originated from a depth of about 14 miles below ground near Germantown, Illinois. The USGS confirmed the quake and noted its proximity to the New Madrid Fault Zone, reminding us of the potential for larger seismic events in the region.

🏊‍♂️ Crestview Indoor Pool Reopens After Renovation

The indoor pool at Crestview Middle School has reopened after undergoing a complete renovation since November. The project, funded by Parkway-Rockwood Community Ed, includes a new pool deck, zero-degree entry ramp, gutter & drainage system, pumps, and heaters. Additional improvements to the locker rooms are scheduled for this summer. Checkout a full time lapse of the renovation here.

LOCAL BUSINESS

🎢 Six Flags Opens for 2024 Season

Six Flags in Eureka opened for the 2024 season over the weekend, debuting its newest coaster "Rookie Racer." The first 500 guests under 12 received special Rookie Racer medals, and visitors enjoyed Victory Lane photo opportunities.

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Thank you to everyone who made our opening weekend a huge success! ☀️🎡 These videos were taken on opening day, but we kept the fun going a... See more

🚗 Old Town Automotive Celebrates 10 Years!

Old Town Automotive in Eureka is celebrating 10 years in business by thanking their loyal customers with surprises hidden around town at local small businesses. The auto shop is grateful for the community's support over the past decade and considers their customers friends! Read their announcement here.

🌊 Brookdale Farms Now Booking Summer Float Trips

Brookdale Farms in Eureka recently announced that bookings for their popular Eureka Floats along the Meramec River are now available for the summer season. Learn more / book here.

CITY HIGHLIGHTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

• Tomorrow: Election Day. Polls open from 6am to 7pm. Learn more here.

• Thursday: Senior Health Fair @ the Chesterfield Community Center starting at 10am. Register by emailing [email protected]

• Thursday: Manchester’s Parent/Child LEGO Night: Mario Bro’s Edition at the Manchester Park Building from 6pm to 7:30pm. Learn more / register here.

• Friday-Sunday: Art Fair at Queeny Park in the Greensfelder Complex. Learn more / view hours here.

• Saturday: Manchester’s Civic Saturday - Care event at the Manchester Park Building at 10am. Learn more here.

• Sunday: Brookdale Farm’s Spring Bridal Show at Brookdale Farms from 12pm to 3pm. Learn more / RSVP here.

Next Week

• Wednesday April 10: Wildwood’s Fun with First Responders @ Community Park (Ages 2-5, Sessions @ 10am,1pm). Learn more / register here.

• Saturday April 13: Eureka’s Legends Neighbord Garage Sale from 7am to 12pm. Learn more here.

• Saturday April 13: Wildlife Rescue Center’s 45th Anniversary Open House from 11am to 4pm. Learn more here.

• Saturday April 13: 9th Annual Boy Scout Lawn Mower Tune Up at Oak Broke Elementary with drop-off from 8am to 1pm. Learn more here.

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