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July 23 - 29, 2010 Webster-Kirkwood Tim9-A

Explore The Possibilities At KirkwoodsShow Me Blinds & Shutters

Finding the perfect window treatment foryour home is easy when you visit Show MeBlinds & Shutters in Kirkwood, a one-stopshop for blinds, shades, shutters, drapes andcustom items. Professional design consultantDelayna Adams can help select from the

stores limitless combinations of color, tex-ture, fabric and function while owner RobertStarr oversees the installation and in-homeservice.

We offer the best national brands butprovide a local touch because we are inde-pendently owned and operated, Starr said.

The store opened in 1996 and Starr tookownership in 2006. He says the best parts ofhis work are seeing a homeowners excite-ment after their new window treatments areinstalled and getting calls from new custom-ers who were referred by one of Show MeBlinds & Shutters satisfiedclients.

We always shop around,but were referred to Show MeBlinds & Shutters throughsome friends who had alsoused their services. They

offered the best price out of all the compa-nies who bid our project and, most impor-tantly, their personal service cinched thedeal. They treated us right every step of theway, said Julie and David D. of St. Louis.

That attentive contact has been an impor-

tant part of growing the business, and Starris proud of the feedback from their custom-ers. They have a perfect score on AngiesList and received the highest rating from theBetter Business Bureau.

2010 has been a great year for us andwe are excited about using new technologyto keep improving the service to our clients,Starr said.

Show Me Blinds & Shutters is a gallerystore for the Hunter Douglas brand and wasonly the second one built in the country. TheHunter Douglas product line features prod-

ucts with energy efficiencyratings that qualify for a$1,500 government tax cred-it. They are also offeringsummer sales on their sheersthrough Aug. 15.

From left: Bob Starr & Delayna Adams

933 S. Kirkwood Road Kirkwood 314-909-1177www.showmeblinds.hdwfg.com

Lindwedels Sparkling Reputation BuildsGreat Relationships With Jewelry BuyersYou can tell a lot about a person by their

favorite piece of jewelry.

Some people love a modern item that shows a

daring sense of fashion. Others are attached to an

heirloom piece that reminds them of a cherished

relative. Or maybe their heart skips a beat each

time they look at the one-of-a-kind piece their

spouse presented to them on a special occasion.

Regardless of personal tastes, LindwedelJewelers in Webster Groves has the selection and

quality to match buyers with the perfect piece.

Our customers become our friends. Weve

created a comfortable atmosphere in our store

that allows them to relax and enjoy the experi-

ence of purchasing jewelry, said Phil

Lindwedel.

Phil and his wife, Antoinette, opened the

store in 2008 after he spent several years crafting

award-winning pieces as a bench jeweler. That

expertise combines with the staffs attentive ser-

vice to form relationships that turn first-timebuyers into repeat customers.

Lindwedels cases sparkle with top-quality

stones, gleaming gold and silver, and high-fash-

ion items. But if a customer is looking for some-

thing truly unique, the Lindwedel team is always

excited to design something just for them.Jewelry buyers today are very savvy and

know exactly what they want. We are committed

to helping them select something that will last a

lifetime, said Phil.

The Lindwedels service extends beyond their

own inventory to repairing, polishing, reworking,

or appraising pieces that a customer may already

have. They also offer top dollar for gold jewelry

that a customer has decided to part with.

Many of our customers are surprised by the

value of the items they have sitting in their jew-

elry boxes at home. We are professional jewelerswho are proud of the reputation weve built

within the community, so you can feel confident

that we will offer the best price, said Phil.

A sense of community is an important part of

the Lindwedels business, and they are commit-

ted to supporting their friends and neighbors

through volunteering and sponsoring events.

We value our community and enjoy being

involved in its success, said Phil.

From left, Front Row: Sam (12), Anna (6) and Tony (8) Lindwedel. Back Row: JoAnna Felts,John Bundy, Phil Lindwedel and Antoinette Lindwedel.

136 W. Lockwood Ave. Webster Groves 961-9610

The Hair Affair In Webster GrovesGives Customers Style & Relaxation

The Hair Affair has been a part of theWebster Groves community since 1977,but there is nothing outdated about thismodern salon.

The talented staff offers innovativehaircuts, color services, manicures, pedi-cures, body waxing and massage. Theyproudly feature professional products fromthe Redken, Chi, OPI, and the newly

acquired ENJOY line.We expanded our space in 2009 so wecan accommodate larger parties for specialoccasions and weddings. In April 2010, wemerged our business with the former Salonon the Avenue and combined the staff. Thishas been a positive move for all of us, saidJoan Bieser, who co-owns The Hair Affairwith Denise Donovan.

Stylists include Leslie Essner, AnnShanfeld, Sue Smithson, Patty Coll, andJoyce Bauer, along with Denise Donovanand Joan Bieser. Yoko Inoue provides wax-ing, massage, and ear candling services.Receptionists KarenHaggarty and KaelynLundry go above andbeyond to provide assis-tance in a professional and

friendly manner.The new team has allowed The Hair

Affair to expand its menu of services andwelcome new patrons.

We hear from our customers that theylike the unpretentious atmosphere in oursalon. We have affordable prices and workto make every experience a positive one,Joan said.

The owners say that the loyal staff is likean extended family and credit them with thesuccess of the business. They are proud ofthe salons fun, relaxed environment andfocus on providing the latest styles andservices while consistently maintainingcustomer satisfaction.

Some of our customers have been com-ing to The Hair Affair for almost 30 years;they encompass all generations, said Joan.

The Hair Affair is open Tuesday throughSaturday each week and welcomes walk-incustomers. Clients can enjoy half-off pric-ing during the summer on body massages or

any waxing service withYoko. WKT readers whomention this profile willreceive a free 15 minutetrial massage with Yoko.

From left, Back Row: L. Leslie Essner, Ann Shanfeld. Middle Row: Patty Coll, Denise Donovan,

Joan Bieser, Joyce Bauer. Front Row: Karen Haggarty, Sue Smithson.

8122 Big Bend Blvd. Webster Groves 968-3253hair

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affair

IntroducingYoko Inoue

July 2010

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Seniors Home Care: Specializing InSenior Adult In-Home Care Since 1987

I started Seniors Home Care to provide asupport system for older adults, said KitWhittington, R.N., founder of Seniors HomeCare. SHC allows individuals who want thebenefits of assisted living, but do not want tomove out of their home, stay in the comfort oftheir own homes and maintain theirindependence.

The range of services is reassuring to client

families who find it difficult to raise their ownfamilies while trying to be supportive caregiversto their elderly parents. Those services havebeen designed around the true needs of theolder population, with companionship,medication reminders, transportation, shopping,light housekeeping, cooking, and personal careamong the many services offered.

How are a clients needs determined? One ofSHCs registered nurses meets with each clientpersonally conducting a detailedcomplimentary assessment.Their intimately itemizedchecklist is the basis for theiroverall impression of the clientsneeds. The sum of data and,professional intuition, provides

the blueprint for meeting the clients needs.Those needs are met by carefully screened,

bonded, and insured Seniors Home Careemployees, not contract hires. Each caregiverundergoes drug testing, a thorough backgroundsearch and completes a training programdesigned by Whittington and administered byprofessional instructors. It includes some basicnursing skills and physical therapy

applications.SHC offers its clients flexibility, with care

ranging from a 30 minute QuickVisit to 24hour care seven days a week. A number ofservices are also offered to those in a nursinghome, recovering from an illness, or who arehospitalized. SHC is a member of the BetterBusiness Bureau with an A+ rating, and awinner of the Better Business Bureau TorchAward in 2009.

My goal is for older adultsto be able to live with dignity,said Whittington. I believeSeniors Home Care providesindividuals just that, throughthe kindness and respect weshow them.

From left: Karen Twellmann, Mark Whittington, Alice Endy, Kit Whittington R.N., B.S.N.,Ryan Whittington, Rebecca Pavelka and Mark Petty.

Mid County 314-962-2666 Clayton/Ladue 314-863-2667South County 314-894-2666 www.seniorsshomecare.com

Back & Neck Care Center Celebrates

26 Years In Webster Groves

At the suggestion of my uncle, Mr.Gus Lamar, former resident and teacher atWebster Groves High School, we startedour practice in Webster Groves. We havenow served the community for the last 26years in the same location, making us theoldest established chiropractic practice inthe area, said Dr. Joseph Lane, owner ofthe Back & Neck Care Center of Webster

Groves. My father, brother, and I builtthis business from the ground up, said Dr.Lane.

Dr. Lane is a licensed chiropractic phy-sician, a certified acupuncturist, and waspreviously awarded the prestigious honorof Chiropractor of the Year in the State ofMissouri. Previously, Dr. Lane receivedthe Philanthropic Businessman of the Yearaward, and in 2005, the OutstandingBusiness award, both from the Chamber ofCommerce for his Community Service. Hereceived hisdegree fromLogan College of

Chiropractic and upon graduation, wasgiven one of two Clinic AchievementAwards for his expertise in the field.

Dr. Lane would like to acknowledgehis patients who participated in the annualCoats for Kids, Adopt-a-Family andFan Fare campaigns throughout the pastyear. Through their kind donations andgenerosity we have helped the children

and families in the Webster Groves areaand Webster-Rock Hill Ministries, admin-istered by Ed Johnson. Yes, Dr. Lane isstill managing baseball teams in the sum-mer!

In the operation of his practice, Dr.Lane relies on the expertise of his assis-tant, Terri. With over fifteen years ofexperience, she handles insurance billing,medical records, and some advertisingand marketing tasks. He also counts onLaura to manage the schedule and Lisa

to assist withphysical therapy.

Dr. Lane kidnapped to Hawaii and forced to enjoy first vacation in years!From left: Mike, Cindy, Lauren and Dr. Joseph Lane.

604 E. Lockwood Webster Groves 314-968-4696

Back & Neck Care_________________________________________

C E N T E R_________________________________________

_____ of Webster Groves _____

No Pain, Your Gain Is The MottoAt Kirkwood Family Dental

Edward F. Tate, D.D.S., is a third genera-tion dentist who knew from a young age thatcaring for healthy, beautiful smiles wasgoing to be his lifelong passion. He uses thatknowledge every day at Kirkwood FamilyDental, where the saying No pain, your

gain guides their practice.Time after time, patients of all agescompliment me on their painless dentalexperiences. Education and technology havemade all the difference in the world withmodern dentistry, said Dr. Tate.

Kirkwood Family Dentals state-of-the-art facilities include laser cavity detection,which decreases the need for anesthetic, andcomputerized treatment rooms that providethe ultimate in patient education and under-standing of all dental procedures.

Dr. Tate also has extensive experiencewith esthetics as well as function of partialand full dentures.

My patients are stunned by how beauti-ful their smiles can be and how perfectlytheir appliances can fit,he said.

New products includeOraVerse, which dramati-cally reduces the time that

patients experience numbness after a proce-dure, and ClearCorrect invisible braces,which allow patients to improve their smilewithout enduring metal mouth.

As the name of the business indicates,family is an important part of Tates practice.

His wife, Rita, has been the administrator for16 years. Their daughter, Victoria, is a juniorat Kirkwood High School and is a part-timeoffice receptionist in training.

The Tates son, Austin, will be in seventhgrade at Nipher Middle School. In addition,the couple has four adult children, three ofwhom have married within the last year!

My family resides in an outstandingcommunity, said Dr. Tate. I have anotheroffice in Florissant, but we are proud to livein Kirkwood and have a thriving businesshere.

The practice is offering special pricingfor Zoom! Teeth Whitening: $400 for onepatient or save $50 when you refer a friend(through August 2010). For new patients,

there is the Bleach Free forLife program. Pay $97 forcustom trays and receivefree bleach after one yearas a patient.

From left: Dr. Edward Tate, Victoria, Rita and Austin Tate

333 S. Kirkwood Road in National City Bank Bldg. 314-909-9200www.kirkwoodsmiles.com

ates

KIRKWOODFaMILY DeNtaL

Webster Groves Complete Auto Repair:Satisfying Customers For Nearly 30 Years

Webster Groves Complete Auto Repairhas been in business for nearly 30 years underthe leadership of the Pfitzinger family.Originally located in Valley Park and ownedby Jerry Pfitzinger, the business was pur-chased by son Scott in 1993 and relocated to

Webster Groves in 1996.Today, Scott focuses on accommodatingcustomer needs with help from his experi-enced staff. Service manager Joe Johnson,automotive technicians Tim Freese and JimUpton, and office manager Jessica Vaccarowork as a team to make client satisfactiontheir top priority.

If our customers are happy, we are happy.Its what keeps our business going. We getmany new clients because of referrals, Scottsaid.

Over the years, the company has witnessedmany changes in the industry ranging fromadvancements in electronics to hybrid cars.Specialized tools, updated facilities and train-ing for technicians are crucial to keeping upwith the evolving needs of the shops clients.

The business prides itself on being able to

adjust its schedule to serve emergency auto-motive needs such as flat tires. Webster GrovesComplete Auto Repair is also a Missouri statesafety and emissions inspection station.

The company has had to adjust to morethan just the technology of cars. The modern

importance of being environmentally friendlyhas prompted a decidedly green change in theway the business is run. A clean burning fur-nace that runs on used waste oil and transmis-sion fluid has been installed to heat the shop.

Being green isnt just good for the envi-ronment; it also helps us save on our heatingcosts. We continue to look for additional waysto make our shop more ecologically friendly,Scott said.

A number of regular customers haverecently expressed concerns regarding theexpansion of the neighboring McDonaldsrestaurant. Scott said the construction processand eventual expansion of McDonalds overthe next year will in no way interfere withbusiness being conducted as usual. UPDATE:The McDonalds expansion/constructionproject is on hold for now.

From left: Tim Freese, Scott Pfitzinger, Jerry Pfitzinger, Jim Upton, Joe Johnson, dog Riley, andJessica Vaccaro.

#2 S. Old Orchard Behind McDonalds 961-2728

WEBSTER GROVES

COMPLETE AUTO REPAIR


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Best Home Furnishings Fills VoidWith First Factory Direct Store

Best Home Furnishings chose St. Louisto open its first factory direct furniture storein 2007.

When family-owned furniture stores,like Rest Assured Furniture, Debasio,Phillips, went out of business, we felt itnecessary to fill the void with our first fac-tory direct store, said owner Carl Boyer.We believe people are still interested inhigh-quality furniture at a low price.

Best Home Furnishings is the largestchair manufacturer in the world, producing7,000 chairs every day. The furniture ismanufactured 200 miles from St. Louis inFerdinand, Ind.

Where else can one see over 200 chairsin one place, with over 700 fabric andleather options allavailable usually withinthree weeks? Boyer saidof his store.

But, we are morethan chairs. Best Home

Furnishings features stationary sofas, sec-tionals, reclining sofas, glider rockers, accentchairs, sleepers, desk chairs and accesso-

ries, Boyer said. He said his store stocksover 586 pieces for immediate pickup.

Most of the staff were previouslyemployed by Boyer with past experienceaveraging 12 years. Staff includes ManagerDanielle Boyer, Mary DeMello. ChrisBohn, and Rebecca Steinberg (maternityleave).

To determine quality of furniture, Boyersaid to lift the cushions. If theyre heavy, thefoam density is good.

Make sure the cushions are Dacronwrapped. But most importantly, turn it over.If theres particle board on the frame, run!

Run to Best HomeFurnishings where solidwood is the norm, Boyersaid.

Our repeat businesssays it all, he added.

165 Concord Plaza 314-842-9922

From left: Chris Bohn, sales; Danielle Boyer, manager; Carl Boyer, owner: and Mary Demello, sales.Front, center: Carly, greeter. Focus Is On Family & Technology

At Watson Pointe DentalFamily has been an important part of

Watson Pointe Dental for three generations.The practice began in 1911 by Dr.

Vincent Grimaud, who was joined by hisson Dr. James Grimaud in 1938. The third

and current owner, Dr. Joseph Grimaud,began practicing 1985.Six relatives (plus three honorary family

members) are currently employed at theoffice. The dental assistants at Watson Pointeenjoy a job sharing program that allowsthem to spend more time with their ownfamilies.

This focus on life balance isnt the onlymodern improvement at Watson PointeDental. Dr. Grimaud likes to make sure hestays on the cutting edge of technology.

We are excited to now offer the SpectraCavity Detection System in our office. Ituses fluorescence technology to help us findcavities early, especially in the deep groovesof the teeth. Thisallows for a moreconservative treat-ment of tooth decay,said Dr. Joe.

The office also offers single-visit, all-porcelain restorations and crowns and anintraoral camera that helps show patientswhat is going on in their mouths.

Before and after photos on Watson Pointe

Dentals website show the amazing resultsthat the team can achieve in a short amountof time. The site also provides complimen-tary tips and helpful information on personaldental health. Check out the site at:www.mywatsonpointedental.com.

Even though technology is an importantfeature of the office, the atmosphere remainsdecidedly family-focused. Dr. Grimaudsmother, 91-year-old Joan, often joins theteam for their daily lunch. Brother, sisters,and nieces all work together to maintain thesuccess the family has upheld over the years.

I enjoy helping our patients understandthe connection between oral healthand general heal th .

I also enjoy theattention to detailand precision thatdentistry requires,said Dr. Grimaud.

From left, seated: Cindy Schaffer, Jill Oge, Jane Torretta, Jeanne Humphrey. Back row: ShyllieMorgan, Ellie Purcelli, Christina Shannon, Dr. Joe Grimaud, Anna Proctor

8537 Watson Road Webster Groves 963-2000

Computer St. Louis Provides APersonal Touch In A Digital World

As the world depends more and moreon technology, Computer St. Louis isproud to be the trusted partner of consum-ers and businesses who are looking forreal information from live team membersin the St. Louis area.

The company offers a wide range ofproducts and services to suit everyonefrom the individual buyer in their retail

storefront all the way up to large employ-ers who need guidance from a full busi-ness solutions team.

Our goal is to serve all of our clientswith the right technology to make themmore profitable, more efficient, and moreproductive. We work hard to make their

jobs and lives easier, said Seth Russell,owner of Computer St. Louis.

The company has been locally ownedand operated for over 14 years. Russellpurchased the company from his father,Jim Russell, and contin-ues to run it with thehelp of his dedicatedstaff.

Our team is alwayslooking for new waysthat technology can be

put to work for you. We stay on top of ourindustrys new product launches and neweducational opportunities so we can gainyour trust and business, Russell said.

Computer St. Louis focuses on bring-ing a human touch to the digital world.The company has many long-term staffmembers who enjoy interacting one-on-one with clients.

I have been using Computer St Louisfor nearly 10 years for both business andpersonal use. There is nothing better thanhaving a live, local support technician toassist you when you have a frustratingissue at hand. They are always competi-tive on their pricing, the service is the bestin town, and theyve had the answers thatIve needed, on time, every time, saidRory F., a communications director with alocal St. Louis business.

Computer St. Louis encourages buy-ers to take advantage ofthe citys tax free holi-day on Aug. 6-7, whencomputers, peripheralsand software will notcarry state, county orcity sales taxes.

Front: Nicole Russell, Tony Contreras. Back: Rico Box, Mark Verity & Keith Evans. Not present: Seth

Russell, Jim Ruyle, Rich Norman, Derin Bali, Bill Hatnett, Steve Dirusio, Jefferson Lindor and John Bond.

10011 Watson Road Crestwood 821-3237

Ottiger Tree Service Committed To KeepingCommunity Trees Healthy & Beautiful

The Webster Groves and Kirkwoodareas are known for their lovely, tree-linedstreets. It is part of what gives these andthe surrounding communities their specialcharacter.

Ottiger Tree Service is committed tohelping home and business owners main-tain the health and beauty of their treesthrough careful maintenance. They are oneof only five companies in Missouri toreceive national accreditation from theTree Care Industry Association (TCIA).They have adopted TCIAs model safetyprogram and enhance their employee train-ing through the associations continuingeducation program.

Our mission is to maintain tree health,ensure customer safety and satisfaction,and raise the standards of the arboricultureindustry, said OJ Ottiger, owner of thecompany.

OJ had been working with trees sincethe early 1970s but didnt officially starthis business until 1998, when his accoun-tant pointed out that this side job was

generating more income than his full-timejob of driving a concrete truck.

He and son, Nick, are now certifiedarborists. Nick is the companys mainclimber and foreman, daughter-in-lawMindy serves as office manager, andgrandsons Sam and Will are saplings intraining.

OJs hard work, dedication to quality,and willingness to share knowledge haveearned him the respect of his peers andindustry professionals. We call him TheTree Whisperer! said Mindy.

The Ottigers take a naturalistic approachto their work, pruning with the trees naturalshape in mind so the beauty of each speciescan shine on its own. If a tree must beremoved, the staff can safely take it down.

We strive to leave every job site betterthan we found it. So many customers com-ment on our tread lightly and clean bright-ly policy. Except for the tree and/orbranches being removed, many times youwouldnt even know we had been there,said OJ.

From left: Nick, Mindy, Sam, Will, Barb & O.J. Ottiger

Serving the St. Louis Community 636-225-3292

OTTIGER TREE SERVICE


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Solid Surface Resources: InnovativeProducts with a Clean Footprint

Solid Surface Resources is a customfabricator of natural stone, engineered stoneand green surface counter tops, as well asdistributor of environmentally friendly floor-ing options including cork, rubber, bambooand recycled vinyl.

The company was acquired in 2007 byBill Behan, president of Solid SurfaceResources, and his wife, Rhema Behan,design sales consultant.

Since then they have worked hard toprovide professional customer service aswell as environmentally friendly surfaceproducts.

We strive to employ only A players;ones who understand the meaning of profes-sionalism and commitment to our custom-ers, Bill said.

Clients of Solid Surface Resources saidthey were impressed with the quality of cus-tomer service.

Solid SurfaceResources came out toreview the project prompt-ly after my call. Christine,a client from Town andCountry, said. I got three

bids for this service and found Solid Surfacesto be very competitive plus they had the bestturnaround time. Very professional, timelyand pleasant. I will certainly use themagain.

Solid Surface Resources is a full solution

provider for home and business. Their cli-ents include commercial real estate develop-ers, architectural mill-work shops, customhome builders and residential homeowners.

Bill and Rhema insist being green doesnot have to be boring. Solid SurfaceResources is committed to building func-tional and yet visually pleasing counter topsand flooring.

I get the most satisfaction helping cli-ents make beautiful selections for theirhome, Bill said. While it may seem thatcounter tops serve just one function, theform, design and style are an expression ofthe owner. Natural stone is like jewelry for

your home.For more information

visit www.solidsurfacere-sources.com.

From left: Rhema and Bill Behan

4556 Tholozan Avenue 314-771-1234www.allsurfacedesign.com

60 Years of Keeping Customers ComfortableHarster Heating & Air Conditioning

Harster Heating & Air Conditioning Co.has grown from a one-man shop in 1950 to acompany with 25 employees today.

Emil F Harster started the business afterhe learned the sheetmetal trade in the Navyduring World War II. In 1987, his son David

Harster and his wife Marilyn bought thebusiness. The company, which services andinstalls residential and commercial heatingand air conditioning equipment, has been inthe same location since 1952 at 9900 GravoisRoad in Affton.

We service all makes, but install equip-ment manufactured by American Standard,Heil, Bryant, Amana and Lennox, saidDavid Harster.

In our industry many technicians andinstallers get laid off in thewinter, but we pride our-selves in working our peopleall year long, said Harster.This results in very lowemployee turnover so manyof our employees have beenwith us for 10 years or lon-ger.

That includes Service

Manager Rick Ebert who has been withHarster since 1974 and General ManagerBob Burtelow who joined Harster in 1999.

Harster said he derives the most satisfac-tion from his business by providing goodservice that is lacking in so many businesses

today.We try to match our schedule with the

customers so they dont sit home all daywaiting for the repairmen, he said. I likebeing one of the top companies on AngiesList which proves that we do care about howour customers are treated.

Customer review cards often state thatthey like the professional way employeestreat them from booties the installers putover their shoes, to the cleanup when theyre

finished.The actual installations

are put in with quality inmind and that makes thewhole heating and coolingsystem more efficient,Harster said. He also notedthat customers like the factthat real people answer the

phones.

Emil Harsters fleet of trucks, circa 1964. Inset: EmilHarster and one of his first trucks, circa 1950.

9900 Gravois Road, Affton 631-5300 www.harsterheating.com

Reineke Decorating Centers Sell ColorAt Three Area Stores

With three locations, Reineke DecoratingCenters Inc. strives to give its customers thebest products and advice to get their projectsfinished right!

Reineke sells color, specializing indecorating techniques and selling paint,wallcovering and related items. The threecenters are located at 12017 Manchester Road,Des Peres; 8121 Manchester Road, Brentwood;and 3015 Lemay Ferry Road, Mehlville.

Carl D. Reineke acquired a family traditionin the paint business when he bought out anexisting paint store in 1976 where the Des Peresstore is located.

With the support of my parents, Russelland Rita Reineke, I went out on my own, hesaid. He said the staff, most of whom have beenwith him for years, are considered part of thefamily.

Over the years productshave changed and customersare much more knowledgeableabout the products andapplications.

One thing that hasremained the same is ourability to bring the most

innovative product selection to St. Louiscustomers, said Reineke. He noted that hiscompany was the first to have a color computerfor matching.

He also offers new trends in wallpaper andthe latest color trends with large color samplesto take home.

Stores carry Benjamin Moore paints for anyproblem a customer may have and stores alsohave environmentally-friendly paint.

As another service, Reineke can providecustomers with referrals for reliable contractorsfor painting, wallpaper hanging or fauxfinishing.

Reineke finds it very satisfying helpingcustomers determine the best color for theirparticular jobs.

Customers like Reinekes one-stop shoppingfor painting/faux finishing and accessories.

Painters tell us they makeonly one stop at Reinekes to get everything needed including that important cup ofcoffee, and help carrying thepaint to the car, Reinekesaid.

Front row: Marianne Boeser, Pam Reineke, Sarah Haggard, Kathy Van Quaethem, Chris VanQuaethem. Back row: Carl Reineke, Jay Wheelington, Will Eisenhart, Bryan Talarski, RichardBange, Carole Follis

Des Peres: 12017 Manchester 821-1616

Mehlville: 3015 Lemay Ferry 416-7575

Brentwood: 8121 Manchester 645-2020

American-Crafted Home Furnishings,American Folk Art At The Tin Rabbit

The Tin Rabbit, located at 2733 HighwayT in Labadie, Mo., offers American-craftedhome furnishings and American folk art. Theshop is owned by Barbara and David Kahn.

My love for antiques and primitive folkart led me to discover newly-made furnitureand one-of-a-kind pieces of folk art thatreplicated antique pieces that I could notafford, Barbara said.

By educating people on how important itis to support artists from across the UnitedStates, customers come to the shop lookingfor that special hand-crafted piece to add totheir collections. At The Tin Rabbit, pur-chasing a special piece of hand-made furni-ture or special light fixtures are not about just filling spaces but true home trea-sures.

Everything in the store, with the excep-tions of some florals and afew textiles, are Americancrafted. We have the worksof over 150 American art-ists, and most of the piecesare one of a kind.

The Tin Rabbit is a fam-ily affair.

The people who work here, Julie andLaurie, along with my husband, appreciateand truly understand the uniqueness of whatI do and are passionate about my shop,Barbara said. No matter whether a customerpurchases a hand-made tea towel or a beauti-ful masterpiece 18th Century reproductionpiece of furniture, the fact that these werechosen for their home and they love whatthey have selected makes me truly happy.

Customers love the 1820 restored farm-house that is the perfect setting for The TinRabbit. They also love that owners are regu-larly finding new, beautiful, unique pieces tofill the ever-changing shop.

I love shopping at the Tin Rabbit. Itnever fails that I find a unique treasure to addto one of my collections, said Pat Knocheof Town and Country. Everyone is so

helpful and friendly. TheCoffee House is fabulous.

The adjoining CoffeeHouse is co-owned by Daveand Barbaras son, JoshKahn.

Barb Kahn, co-owner of The Tin Rabbit.

2733 Hwy. T Labadie, Mo. 636-742-5900thetinrabbit.com


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Personal Attention Is A Top PriorityAt Evolve Personal Fitness

Evolve Personal Fitness, 3808 S. LindberghBlvd., Suite 103, is a personal training studiooffering nutrition, fit camps and sport-specifictraining. Doug Schlenk, a personal trainer andnutrition consultant, along with Stacy Schlenkare co-owners of Evolve Personal Fitness.

I felt there was a need to offer a special-

ized facility that catered to the client and notthe masses, Doug Schlenk said. There wasa need to offer an enthusiastic and pressure-free environment for people of all fitnessbackgrounds.

Schlenk developed this facility to acknowl-edge the client and give importance of theexercises that work for the individual and eachindividuals goal. We pride ourselves on theaccountability our trainers offer our clients.We track every workout our clients go through.We can then tell them specifically where theyare improving in their fitness levels, Schlenksaid.

Clients appreciate thepersonal attention received atEvolve. The staff knows theirclients, and in some caseseven their families.

Doug Schlenk, alongwith two specialized person-al trainers, Tom Wynne and

Andrew Meyer, each bring new invigoratingtechniques to continue with the notion of per-sonalized fitness.

Doug Schlenk has served as a strength andconditioning coach for three local high schoolsand assisted Bishop DuBourg High School inobtaining the State Championship Title for

Mens Baseball in 2010.Tom Wynne has been in the fitness indus-

try for 20 years. Wynne specializes in reha-bilitation from injuries and strengthening anindividuals technique to continue improvinghis clients fitness levels.

In May of this year Evolve added AndrewMeyer to the distinct mix. Meyer has broughthis experience in personal training and kick-boxing to give an exciting blend to his clientsworkouts. The business is always adapting tokeep up with current fitness trends and tointensify the individuals drive to continue.

By having a small, but diverse personaltraining staff, this showsour true testament to our cli-ents to be available to caterto their needs. We recognizedthe need for more personal-ized attention and we werethere to give it to them,Schlenk said.

From left: Stacy Schlenk, Douglas Schlenk, Tom Wynne and Andrew Meyer.

3808 S. Lindbergh, Suite 103 849-7400

Sparkling Service By M&P WindowWashing And Gutter Cleaning, Inc.

When was the last time you had your windows

washed or your gutters cleaned? Why not let the

professionals at M&P Window Washing and

Gutter Cleaning, Inc. get on that ladder for you?

Owners Mark Thompson and Paul Cernich

have been partners in their residential window

washing and gutter cleaning business since 1983.

They first met when both worked at a Dennys

restaurant as teenagers, and have became lifelong

friends.

When they first started their business, RoseThompson, Marks mother, was invaluable,

answering calls and doing payroll and

bookkeeping. She did such a good job, in fact,

that she is still their number one employee.

Mark has lived on the same street in Webster

Groves his entire life. He is married to Terri, and

together they have three children: Brody, Trevor

and Nina.

Paul lives in Fenton with his wife Susan, and

they are the parents of Rachel, Josh, Ryan and

Nicole.

Both Mark and

Paul are proud of the

relationships theyve

built with their

regular customers.

We appreciate our clients who refer other

clients that is the best compliment ever.

Over the years, weve had the opportunity to

see families grow, said Paul. Now we clean

windows and gutters for our clients sons and

daughters.

With only the two of us on the job site,

customers dont have to worry about having

several different people in and out of their

home, he added. Most of our clients dont even

have to be home for us to do our job.M&P Window Washing is a 2007, 2008 and

2009 Angies List Super Service Award winner.

This recognition is based on achieving and

maintaining a Superior service rating on Angies

List throughout 2007, 2008 and 2009. The

company is fully insured, and offers reasonable

rates and free estimates.

We do business with many different types of

people, from professionals in the NFL, to self-

employed individuals like ourselves, said Mark.

They all have the

same thing in common

their time and

everything in their

home is valuable to

them.

From left: Ryan, Joshua, Rachel, Paul, Susan & Nicole Cernich, Rosalie Thompson, MarkThompson, Brody & Trevor Zink, Terri & Nina Thompson.

868 Atalanta Webster Groves 968-0987

MID-WEST FLOOR:Quality Through Time For Over 70 YearsMid-West Floor has been offering the

finest products in flooring decor for over 70

years. The company offers a wide variety of

brand name flooring products for both

residential and commercial use. From quality

carpeting and area rugs, to beautiful ceramic

tile and vinyl, to the natural beauty of

hardwood floors, Mid-West Floor has it all.

The professional sales staff and ASIDdesigners at Mid-West Floor are ready and

willing to assist customers in selecting the

style of flooring that is right for their homes.

Customers can visit the two showrooms or

take advantage of convenient shop at home

service.

Mid-West Floor employs its own union

master-craftsmen in all categories of floor

installations. For existing hardwood, it offers

the finest workmanship in sanding and

refinishing existing wood floors to their

original beauty.

Mid-West Floor has an outstanding

variety of carpeting from quality makers like

Karastan & Masland. Whether customers

prefer wall-to-wall or custom-design area

rugs, the staff at Mid-West Floor can help

customers choose just the right product for

their home.Ceramic tile and marble flooring is very

popular due to the variety of design

possibilities and color availability of todays

tiles. Mid-West Floor offers a full line of tile

for use on walls, floors and countertops,

including porcelain, ceramic and natural

stone (marble, granite, slate). Mid-West Floor

also has a wide selection of vinyl and laminate

flooring to choose from. Visit the showrooms

for design inspiration!

From left: John Speed, Jim Bailey and Gary Mueller

2714 Breckenridge Ind. Ct.Brentwood314-647-6060

287 Lamp & Lantern VillageChesterfield636-391-6800www.mid-westfloor.com

Back: Richard Haar, Mary Curtis and Bob Akers

Front: Jeri LaCroix

brentwood CHeSterFIeLd

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J.E. Redington Plumbing CompanyPrides Itself On Quality, History

Generations of satisfied customers cantell you: a plumbing company doesnt stayin business for 81 years unless its doingquality work.

J.E. Redington Plumbing Company wasfounded in 1929 when Kirkwood was still

developing as a suburb, but the originalowners grandsons say that the needs of itscitizens have remained the same.

There have been changes in trends andcity codes and that keeps us busy. But ourquality standard has always been to only dowork and use products that we would wantin our own homes, said Jeffrey Redington,who co-owns the business with partnerRichard Redington.

Using a local contractor doesnt justmake buyers feel good about supportingtheir community; it can impact the price oftheir service as well.

We are very focused on keeping upwith the local codes. I was recently able tosave a custom-er money on areplacementwater heater

because of our specialized knowledge. Aprevious bid that she received includedcode corrections she didnt need, Jeffreysaid.

The experienced staff at J.E. Redingtonis an important part of their success. Team

members range from 10 to 30 years on thejob with the company, and letters from sat-isfied clients confirm their exceptionalwork:

We were very nervous when we weretold we had busted pipes and werent surewho to hire to do the job. We are very happywe chose your family. What a relief toknow the job was put in professionalhands! said Tina S. of Sunset Hills.

Jeffrey said this kind of response is whatmakes him grateful to carry on the legacy ofthe family business.

My favorite part of the job is hearingthe wonderful stories that customers sharewith me about the services performed by

my father,Jack, or mygrandfather,J.E., he said.

From left, first row: Greg Thome, Lane Darby, Jeff Redington, Rick Redington. From left, secondrow: Steve Nagle, Rob Lewis, Tim Moore, Eric Thrane, Dan Dierkes

639 Leffingwell Ave. Kirkwood 965-3200

J.E. REdington Co.Your Hometown Plumber Since 1929


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Be Enlightened By Metro LightingsAward-Winning Showroom

Since 1967, Metro Lighting and its sister

company, Metro Electric Supply, have been help-

ing St. Louisans illuminate their homes beauti-

fully. Owner Bill Frisella leads a team of 115

employees 11 of whom are family members.

Each is dedicated to carrying on the traditions

established by Bills father and company found-er, John.

Lighting can be the most powerful part of any

rooms dcor because the eye is naturally drawn to

it. Our knowledge and experience allow us to offer

professional advice that can help our customers

save time, money and aggravation, Frisella said.

The company has locations throughout the

St. Louis region and has won the national Arts

Award for Best Lighting Showroom for consecu-

tive years. They also received the national Energy

Star Award for Lighting Retailer of the Year.

Metro offers full product lines including ceil-

ing and wall lights, fans, lamps, and accessories.

Staying on the cutting edge of fashion and tech-

nology is crucial to keeping customers happy.

We attend the Dallas International Market

every year to view lighting fixtures by manufac-

turers from around the world. Our purpose is to

select only the most reputable, top-quality manu-

facturers who utilize the highest quality materials

and craftsmanship. These products are a reflec-

tion of the integrity of our business and ourexpertise in the lighting industry, Frisella said.

The company also offers exterior illumina-

tion services, which Bill says should enhance the

beauty of your home while improving safety and

security.

Exterior lighting can make a dramatic first

impression as well as illuminate house numbers,

locks, and changes in walk surface levels,

Frisella said.

The Frisella family is proud to be a long-

standing part of the St. Louis community and gives

back by being involved in several charitable events

each year. Visit one of thei r seven retail stores or go

to www.metrolightingcenters.com, for free tips on

using light to enhance living space.

From left, Front Row: Bill Friederich, Rita Friederich, Sarah King and Bill Frisella.Back Row: Paul Frisella, Jim Frisella, Matt Gagnepain, Nick Frisella.

929 Hanley Industrial Ct. Brentwood Promenade 963-8330metrolightingcenters.com metroelectricsupply.com

L I G H T I N GMETRO

Matthew F. Strohmeyer D.D.S. ProvidesCaring Dentistry In Brentwood

The Family Dental Practice of Matthew F.Strohmeyer D.D.S. has grown since its April2006 opening in Brentwood.

Dr. Strohmeyer offers comprehensive oralhealth care, including cosmetic procedures andpatient education. He sees children of all ages,senior citizens and everyone in between.

We are continually building on our solid

foundation established four years ago, Dr.

Strohmeyer said. We are always striving to

offer the healthiest and highest quality

dentistry. That means adding procedures,

products and attention to detail that keep our

patients happy and healthy.Dr. Strohmeyers wife, Jill, is the office

bookkeeper. The staff also includes officemanager Ann Throm, registered dentalhygienist K.C. Crockwell, receptionistDebbie Enright, and dental assistants BrittanyHoldner and Jessica Delling.

Dr. Strohmeyer gains great satisfactionfrom helping people feel andlook better.

Whether it is a routinecheckup, painful emergency or acosmetic procedure, all patientswill leave feeling and looking

better, said Dr. Strohmeyer.He also appreciates the referrals he gets

from his patients.We care so much about our patients and

provide them the best care possible, he said.Their referrals are both humbling and atestament to our efforts.

Patients like the offices relaxed, friendly

atmosphere, plus the personal attention, the

high quality of dentistry, honesty and

attention to detail. Patients also tell Dr.

Strohmeyer that they appreciate that they get

most of their work completed at his office

with very few referrals out.

We would be honored to be your oral

health care providers , said Dr. Strohmeyer.

It is not too late to make

appointments for yourselves and

your children before the hectic fall

schedule begins.

From left: Ann Throm, Brittany Holdner, Debbie Enright, K.C. Crockwell, Jessica Delling, JillStrohmeyer, Matt Strohmeyer, Sylvia Strohmeyer, Audrey Strohmeyer and Lucas Strohmeyer.

Matthew F. Strohmeyer, DDS, LLC

Family Dental Practice

8764 Manchester, Ste. 200 Brentwood 314-968-2483

Bachmann Construction: ProvidingExpert Construction To Enhance Your Life

Our customers are like family, said DonBachmann, with a twinkle in his eye. We prideourselves on doing high quality work and intaking care of our clients. Its no surprise thatwe develop long-lasting friendships. We are allabout helping people find the fine living in

their home.For over 30 years, Bachmann Construction

has had a passion for improving peoples livesby creating great living spaces. Don and SueBachmann say their success is due to the waytheir work makes customers feel, not just whenthe job is finished, but day after day and yearafter year. Almost all of their work comes fromprevious clients or referrals, a sign that theygive customers a high level of satisfaction.

Homeowners feel something special whenthey walk into their new kitchen or their newgreat room or bathroom that we have createdtogether, said Don. We believe that thedesign and the quality of every detail shouldmake them smile.

When Don and Sue started, they under-stood the importance of quality construction

that would last. A generation later, they arestill seeing much of their original handiworkas old friends invite them back for new work.

Our clients know that we provide qualityservice at a fair price, said Sue. They trustour employees and our subcontractors. Because

we strive hard to please, we want to make surethat when someone calls us 10 or 20 years fromnow they are still appreciating the quality workwe did back then. We are currently renovatinga master bath and screening a porch for clientfriends whose first project with us was a roomaddition 17 years ago! Thats the kind of long-term relationships you build when you do yourbest work.

Sue emphasized the importance of theirfull service approach to customer service.When we talk about fine living, we dont

just mean large construction projects. We havemany clients who call us to handle all kinds ofhome maintenance and repair issues. Theyrehappy to have just one company to call andthey know well get the appropriate resourcesto take care of the problem.

From left: Don, Jonathan and Sue Bachmann

55 Glen Road Webster Groves 968-0817www.bachmannfineliving.com

Profles

To be eatured in our next

Hometown Family Business

section, call 314-968-2699.


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Marthas Hands provides caring assistancewith a clients daily activities, allowing them tomaintain their independence in their home. Theirnursing supervisor works with the client and theirfamily to customize a care plan just for them.

Typical services include bathing and dressingassistance; meal preparation/clean-up; medica-tion set-up and reminders; light housekeeping;laundry; errand running; and companionship.

Eileen and John Hedrick founded MarthasHands with a mission that Eileen was taught over30 years ago. While a nursing student, Eileen wastaught compassionate care by the Sisters ofMercy, emphasizing total wellness. Eileen appliedthis mission in her nursing career.

John built his own success, having run a suc-cessful engineering company since 1986. WithEileens focus on high quality standards and Johnsability to organize and run a company, MarthasHands started in their basement in 1997.

Known for its quality service, Marthas Handshas grown to become one of the premiere private-

duty home health agencies in St. Louis.They are regularly looking for compassionate

individuals willing to serve the needs of theelderly. Marthas Hands provides training andmatches a caregivers skills with the clientsneeds. Their nurse supervisor introduces the newcaregiver to the client, and reviews the care planto make everyone feel comfortable.

Marthas Hands now offers basic dental ser-vices in the clients home. These MobileDentistry Services, performed by Dr. DennisMcCaffrey, provide people dental services with-out leaving the comfort of their own home.

Marthas Hands maintains membership in theNational Private Duty Association, MissouriAlliance for Home Care, Social Workers in LongTerm Care and the Kirkwood Chamber.

While actual family members have joined thecompany, the Hedricks consider all of theiremployees members of their family, working tocontinue Eileens original mission of Lovethrough Service.

Since 1997, Marthas Hands has provided over 1,500,000 hours of care. Recently, Eileen Hedrickreceived the Health Care Hero Award for Community Involvement sponsored by Anthem.

11906 Manchester www.marthashands.com 314-965-4350

Marthas Hands Home HealthProvides Love Through Service

Dependability & Attention To DetailSet Streib Electric Apart

It is a team effort at Streib Electric,where everyone from office staff to theguy in the bucket truck works hard to earnthe right to be their customers go tocompany for electrical needs.

This business has been a dream of

mine since I got into the industry 15 yearsago. I went out on my own in 2004 with

just myself and one truck and, since thattime, have been able to expand to hire agroup of talented people who are passion-ate about what they do, said companypresident Tom Streib.

Streib believes that completing projectscleanly and with attention to detail is thekey to a job well done. He said that theparts of the project that a client doesnt seeare just as important as what they do see.

Our customers appreciate ourknowledge and our attit ude. We alwaysstay positive while performing ourwork, said Streib.

The companyprovides a full listof services to meet

the modern needs

of residential and commercial clients.The team is trained to handle every typeof project, from fixture installation towiring for remodeling projects, frombackup generators to motion sensors andsecurity lighting.

We are also there when our custom-ers are buying, selling or just want tobring their homes up-to-date. Our quali-fied technicians will come to your home,walk through, and point out any codeviolations or safety hazards. We canassess the situation and help you priori-tize and repair as needed, Streib said.

Streib Electric stresses quality andsafety among its team members andinvests in their continuing education.They are proud to have the top appren-tice with the Independent ElectricalContractors of Greater St. Louis ontheir staff and will be cheering him on

as he competes at anational competitionin October 2010.

Tom Streib

11011 Lin Valle Dr. Green Park 487-7474

STREIBELECTRIC CO

Stay Where You Are & Have The Home OfYour Dreams With Agape Construction

What do you do if you love your street,your neighborhood, your communitybut

your home just doesnt fit your current needs?Smart customers call Agape Construction andwork with them to create new living spaces

that suit them to perfection.

Agape specializes in whole house renova-tions, additions, gourmet kitchens, garages,

and master suites. So no matter what the cli-ents stage of life, the company can help themfind a comfortable and affordable solution.

We provide a perfect blend of architec-tural design and technical expertise that canmeet your budget. Our seamless design/

build process saves our clients time andmoney, said Kevin OBrien, president ofAgape and licensed engineer.

OBrien works with a team of 15 talentedprofessionals that includeshis wife, Amy, who han-

dles office administrationand marketing. DeanBantz, vice president of

production, has been withthe company for 13 years.

Award-winning architect, Laurie Smith,

provides exceptional designs incorporatinggreen building elements.

OBrien started Agape 25 years ago out

of the familys home before moving to theircurrent location at 435 E. Clinton Place in

2005. The majority of their work is done inGlendale, Kirkwood, and Webster Groves.

We are delighted to be celebrating 25years in business and are deeply grateful to

our customers. I have really focused onoperating Agape with integrity, making surethat each job is done to the best of our abili-

ties. Customers have told us they miss hav-ing our guys around once their projects arefinished! OBrien said.

Although they have witnessed a numberof changes in their industry over the years, the

OBriens are unwavering

to Agape being a Christian-owned company, dedicatedto community, committed

to each client, and focusedon working as a team tobring dreams to doorways.

From left: Kevin OBrien, Amy OBrien and Architect Laurie Smith

435 E. Clinton Kirkwood 314-909-9050www.AgapeConstruction.com

The year 2010 has special meaning for theowners of Kirkwood Plumbing, as Paul and DebbieSchaefer commemorate the silver anniversaries ofboth the business and their wedding. The family-owned Kirkwood Plumbing has been proudlyserving Webster-Kirkwood Times readers since1985, which is the same year Paul and Debbiewere married. They recently celebrated the occa-sion with friends, family, and their two children,Renee and Brad.

Renee and Brad are both involved in carryingon the family business: he is learning the techniquesof the trade out in the field while she works in theoffice assisting Debbie, Diane, and Donna - Paulsthree angels. Renee is an Ursuline graduate andBrad is a graduate of Kirkwood High School.

Paul and Debbie started Kirkwood Plumbingout of a roll top desk at their Kirkwood home.

Today, the Schaefer family and the restof the Kirkwood Plumbing staff con-tinue to provide services to the com-munity from their new building locat-ed at 248 Grand Ave. in Kirkwood.

Without the continued supportof our customers and their great

referrals, we would not be celebrating KirkwoodPlumbings 25th year in business, said Paul.

Schaefer is a member of the Kirkwood-DesPeres Area Chamber of Commerce, Kirkwood

Rotary Club, and Kirkwood Optimist Club, as wellas a board member of the Missouri Association of

Plumbing Contractors. Paul and Debbie have also

been parishioners of St. Gerard Majella for 26 years.

Our continuous goal is providing our custom-ers with licensed staff who ensure quality work andprofessional integrity. Debbie and I are extremelyproud of our team Paul said.

Schaefer challenges his employees to attendcontinuing education courses so they can offer thelatest advancements in the plumbing industry. Thecompany provides services ranging from a simplewater closet repair to a complete remodel, includ-ing sewer laterals repairs.

Paul and Debbie Schaefer are including theentire community in their Silver Celebration, offer-ing $25 off any service over $250 through Aug. 31,2010. Kirkwood Plumbing and the Schaefers thankyou and all of their loyal customers for 25 years ofcontinued support!

From left, front: Debbie Schaefer, Paul Schaefer, Donna Modde, Renee Schaefer, Diana Price.Back: Kyle Casey, Brad Schaefer, Brad Langreder, Mike Miller, Mike Wende, Jake Brewer.Not picturedJason Blecha.

KirKwood Plumbing248 Grand Avenue Kirkwood 966-4772

Family-Owned Kirkwood PlumbingCelebrates Its Silver Anniversary


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by Fran Mannino

Two Democrats and one Republican are vying forthe St. Louis County Council 5th District seat be-

ing vacated by Barbara Fraser, D-University City.

Fraser is running for the state senate 24th District

seat.

On the Aug. 3 primary ballot are Democrats Pat

Dolan and Terri Williams, and Republican Randy

Jotte.

The 5th District takes in all, or parts of, Affton,

Brentwood, Clayton, Crestwood, Glendale, Grant-

wood Village, Kirkwood, Ladue, Mackenzie, Maple-

wood, Marlborough, Oakland, Olivette, Richmond

Heights, Rock Hill, Shrewsbury, University City,

Warson Woods and Webster Groves.

Democratic Primary

Pat Dolan, 1259 Boland Place in Richmond

Heights, is a former Richmond Heights city council-man (1992-2000). He works as a

superintendent with United Fire

Protection of St. Louis, and is

president of Sprinkler Fitters Lo-

cal 268. Dolan is currently the sec-

retary/treasurer of the St. Louis

Labor Club. He is 55 years old.

Dolan is a lifelong resident of

St. Louis County and a 1973 grad-

uate of Christian Brothers College

High School (CBC). He and his

wife, Jean, have two sons, Patrick and Christopher.

Dolan said he would make job growth in the coun-

ty a top priority, and that he would work with cur-

rent council members to bring more businesses and

better jobs to the region.

We need to basically create some job growth,

maybe along the lines of green buildings, LEED

buildings even the current county buildings need

to be brought up to date, said Dolan. That wouldcreate all types of jobs and address environmental

sustainability issues. It would create work and im-

prove quality of life for the county.

He said he would also work for more transparency

in county government.

People trust government more when they have

full disclosure of where our tax money is being

spent, he said. Im basically in favor of a taxpayer

bill of rights and more accountability for county gov-

ernment.

Dolan said when he was a city council member in

Richmond Heights he was part of an effort to estab-

lish a 911 center shared by ve municipalities.

Keeping the lines of communication open through-

out the 5th District is a priority, he said.

Ive talked to almost every mayor and gone to al-

most every citys council meetings to explain to themthat Id have an open door policy, said Dolan. Id

like to hold town hall meetings with each municipal-

ity individually or together and maybe a quarter-

ly meeting with all the mayors of the 19 municipali-

ties, and go over whatever concerns they might have.

Having been on the municipal level, I understand

they deserve the time of their county councilperson

to respond to their needs.

Dolan said he has the ofcial support of many

St. Louis County ofcials, including current coun-

cil members Michael OMara, Hazel Erby, Kathleen

Burkett and Steven Stenger; St. Louis County Ex-

ecutive Charlie Dooley; and St. Louis County Pros-

ecuting Attorney Robert McCulloch.

He said he is acquainted with his opponent in the

primary, fellow Democrat Terri Williams, and that

both candidates are running similar grassroots cam-

paigns.

I respect Terri for running, he said. I appreciate

the fact that shes passionate enough to run, and my

hats off to anybody who goes through all this.

Pat Dolan

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Eirich Landscaping, Inc.Four Generations In Grounds Maintenance

In 1981, shortly after completing his

degree in horticulture, Scott Eirich incor-

porated Eirich Landscaping, Inc.

He was proud to take over the family

heritage, becoming the fourth generation

in grounds maintenance.

Eirich Landscaping, Inc. is a complete

residential and commercial landscaping

business. Services include: installation of

bushes, trees, fences, retaining walls,

drainage systems and lawn sodding; ero-

sion control; lawn maintenance; leaf and

stump removal; final grading; topsoil;

dethatching; aerating; swales; lawn seed-

ing; fence rows cleared; mowing; plus all

phases of tractor work. In addition, they

have added a high efficiency leaf vacuum-

ing system onto a large containment truck

for super fast leaf and debris removal.

Firewood is split, sold and delivered

year round. Snow removal and salting

services are available during the winter.

Over the years my company has

expanded, enabling us to perform many

aspects of landscaping services, said

Scott. This is due to experience, special

equipment, knowledge and a conscien-

tious staff. We consider all projects equal-

ly important and the customers satisfac-

tion number one. Clients often praise the

efficiency, quality and neatness of the

staff employed by Eirich Landscaping.

We have always tried to staff our company

with people who care.

Eirich Landscaping, Inc. is a member

of the Affton Chamber of Commerce and

the Better Business Bureau.

Now is the time to schedule late sum-

mer and early fall maintenance and land-

scaping.

Scott Eirich, owner of Eirich Landscaping, Inc.

8430 Gravois Affton 314-353-2107

celebrating 29 years in business thank you

Kuhn Construction Of KirkwoodCelebrates 30th Anniversary

Thirty years ago this summer, lifechanged for Rick and Mary Jane Kuhn.Ricks mother, Mary Louise Kuhn, died aftera brief illness. One month later, Mary Janesdad, George Moxley, passed away.

It was a rough time. We also had a six-month-old baby girl, said Rick.

Rick had been remodeling and rehabbinghomes with his father, John. After his mothers

death, Pop decided to hang up his tool beltand send Rick out on his own. Rick became aone-man show and worked hard to grow hisbusiness. He incorporated just two years laterand, as the saying goes, the rest is history.

Its a history that runs deep: Rick is thefifth generation of his family to be in thebuilding business. He recently completedcourses from the Home Builders Associationand is now a Certified Aging in PlaceSpecialist (CAPS).

Mary Jane said she isproud of Rick and all that hehas accomplished.

Growing from a one-person shop to an award-winning contractor is a pret-ty great feat, she said.

She is also proud of how much he givesto the community.

We are currently building a playhousethat will be auctioned off to raise funds forCourt Appointed Special Advocates. Youcan see photos on our blog! she said.

The Kuhns have built their business bycreating strong relationships with their cli-ents, who become friends and repeat cus-

tomers along the way. This great reputationhas been important to growing the businessthrough word-of-mouth.

A great example of the kind of relation-ships we have with our customers is akitchen we just remodeled. We actuallyworked with the same client in the samekitchen twenty years ago, Rick said.

Kuhn Construction specializes in generalhome repairs and remodeling, high-end inte-riors, room additions, kitchens, and bath-

rooms. For more informa-tion about the company andits work, please visit thewebsite and blog at www.kuhnconst.com.

The remodel of a remodel.

755 E. Monroe Oakland 314-966-KUHN

www.kuhnconst.com

hometown family business - july 2010 - wkt

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