👋 Good Morning, West County!

In today’s ⚡️West County Pulse newsletter:

• 🌭 Steve's Hot Dogs coming to The District

• ⚽ Eureka siblings in MLS All-Star Game

• 🍕 Imo's launches 60th anniversary merch

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Top Stories

🌭 Steve's Hot Dogs Set to Open at The District

The District in Chesterfield will welcome a new dining option this winter with the opening of Steve's Hot Dogs. The restaurant, which started as a hot dog cart in 2008, has since expanded to several locations across St. Louis. The new spot will be located in The Hub, joining other popular food and beverage tenants in the entertainment complex.

⚽ Eureka Siblings Score MLS All-Star Spot

Eureka siblings Isaac and Ellie Mollish became the first Special Olympics Unified athletes to represent St. Louis CITY SC at the MLS/Special Olympics Unified Sports All-Star Game. Unified Sports is an inclusive program that brings together athletes with and without intellectual disabilities to compete on the same team, promoting understanding and camaraderie through sports.

🐻 Smokey Bear's 80th Birthday Reading Challenge

The St. Louis County Library is hosting the Smokey Bear Reading Challenge through August 31st to celebrate Smokey's 80th birthday. Participants can earn badges by completing activities that teach wildfire prevention. Those who earn three badges will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win a Fort Building Kit.

🏛️ Overpayments Have Plagued County Depts for 8 Years

A recent revelation shows that St. Louis County has overpaid 61 employees across 12 departments by over $195,000 since 2016. Officials attribute the errors to inadequate payroll systems and poor communication. The county expects to recover only a portion of the funds, as some overpaid employees no longer work for the county.

Business

🍕 Imo's Drops Hot 60th Anniversary Merch

Attention, pizza lovers! Imo's Pizza has just released a sizzling new line of 60th anniversary merchandise in collaboration with Series Six Company. The collection features pizza box art by local artist Dan Zettwoch. Square Deal members can snag an exclusive 15% discount on these limited-edition items.

👓 Eureka Eyecare Celebrates Reopening

Last week the Eureka Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting to celebrate Eureka Eyecare's grand reopening event. The practice aims to provide patients with the highest quality eyeglass lenses, contact lens materials, and refractive surgery options while prioritizing the protection of their eye health using state-of-the-art technology.

♻️ Creve Coeur Recycler Acquires Andersen's Assets

Creve Coeur-based metal recycling giant Alter Trading has expanded its reach with the acquisition of Colorado's Andersen's Sales and Salvage. The deal, which closed on Friday, strengthens Alter's presence in the western United States and brings its total number of facilities to over 75 across 10 states. Alter plans to continue operating all of Andersen's existing locations.

🧠 Circle of Concern Announces Harvest Moon Trivia 2024

Circle of Concern has announced the return of their annual fundraising event, Harvest Moon Trivia 2024. The event will feature trivia questions, friendly competition, and the opportunity to support Circle of Concern's client services and pantry programs. Teams of ten can register for $300, or individuals can participate for $30. Sponsorship opportunities are available for those looking to make a larger impact.

School District Highlights

Rockwood

💉 Rockwood Offering Back-To-School Shot Clinics

With the new school year just around the corner, Rockwood is planning to help families prepare by offering immunization clinics in early August. The state-mandated vaccines will be administered by the Visiting Nurses Association at various high schools and Forest Park, with insurance billing or free services for those without coverage. Interested parents can learn more here.

City Highlights

Ballwin

🧽 Pointe Closing for Annual Deep Clean

The Pointe will be closed tomorrow and Friday for its yearly maintenance and cleaning. During this time, the North Pointe and the Ballwin Golf Course will remain open as scheduled.

📋 Ballwin Seeking Feedback on Budget Priorities

The city of Ballwin put out a reminder asking residents to participate in a budget survey. The survey allows residents to rate the city's services, provide input on where they believe funds should be allocated, and share their vision for Ballwin's future. Interested residents and business owners can take the survey here.

Chesterfield

🏊‍♂️ City Pool Adjusting Hours for Back-to-School Season

As the school year begins, the Chesterfield Family Aquatic Center is making necessary adjustments to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Due to staff shortages, certain pool features may be temporarily unavailable from time to time, particularly from August 12-16. To stay informed about daily facility updates, residents are encouraged to call the aquatic hotline at 636-537-4790 after 11:45 a.m.

Des Peres

💻 Des Peres Keeping Residents in the Loop Online

The city of Des Peres put out a reminder that residents can stay informed about ongoing projects at The Lodge and Des Peres Park Playground by visiting the city’s dedicated webpage where citizens can find the latest updates on these initiatives.

Eureka

🏢 Eureka's Prop E Promises Coming To Life

Eureka plans to spend nearly $27 million more than its projected revenue this fiscal year (which began July 1st) to complete projects funded by its Prop E Public Safety Sales Tax. The deficit spending will cover the construction of a new government center, the replacement of the Allenton Bridge, and the implementation of additional flood mitigation measures, all aimed at improving public safety and infrastructure in the city.

🌊 Timbers Pool Transitioning to School Hours

As the school year begins, the Timbers Pool is adjusting its hours to accommodate students' schedules. From August 12 to September 2, the pool will be closed on weekdays but open for weekend and Labor Day fun. Families can still enjoy splashing around together on Saturdays, Sundays, and the holiday, with hours from 12pm to 6:30pm (5:30pm on Sundays).

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