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Sunday, May 19, 2013

St. Charles Restaurant Inspections: Frankie Tocco's, Bike Stop, TGI Fridays and More

Check out the most recent food inspection reports from St. Charles County Health Department from February and March 2013.

Saturday, May 18, 2013

House Hunt: Homes for Sale in St. Charles and Nearby Under $165,000

Patch has a round up of homes on the market in St. Louis and St. Charles counties.

Patch goes on a hunt for homes for sale in the area every week. This week, we’re spotlighting homes up for sale that cost less than $165,000. Click the links below to view photos of each house compliments AOL Real Estate. St. Charles St. Peters O'Fallon Wentzville Maryland Heights Hazelwood Florissant 

Thursday, May 16, 2013

Hendricks BBQ to Compete in World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest

Hendricks BBQ in St. Charles thinks its ribs compete with the best in the world. What do you think?

St. Charles' own Hendricks BBQ will put its ribs up against more than 120 other restaurants from around the world during the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest in Memphis.  The event begins today and runs through Saturday.  On Hendricks BBQ's Facebook page, the restaurant said, "Making our list and checking it twice! Headed to Memphis in May!!!! Wish us luck!!!" Hendricks is competing in the ribs division, which has the most competition. Other divisions include whole hog and patio porkers.  Join St. Charles Patch for more community news or join us on Facebook and Twitter. The Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest, according to its website, is the largest pork barbecue contest in the world and is…

Cate Spencer

8:11 am on Thursday, May 16, 2013

Though I wish them luck, No, I don't think they have a chance for reasons I will keep to myself. Memphis in May is THE biggest BBQ competition of the year, most new comers will be lucky to make the top 25 let alone place.   more ›

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

St. Charles Restaurant Inspections: Frankie Tocco's, Bike Stop, TGI Fridays and More

Check out the most recent food inspection reports from St. Charles County Health Department from February and March 2013.

St. Charles County Department of Community Health and the Environment regularly inspects food service establishments throughout St. Charles County, except for within limits of St. Peters. The establishments begin with a score of 100 and points are deducted based on the severity of problems observed. According to the department's website, a low score does not mean the restaurant was unsafe on the day of the inspection. "A place could have just one deficiency that garners a relatively 'high' score out of 100, but that the problem is so critical, it forces immediate action – while another may have two or three non-critical deficiencies that would give that provider a lower total score," said Bolnick. Below, find inspection scores of St. …

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Why is a St. Charles Man Making Real-Life Pirate Ships?

As our friends over at Fox 2 News report, what started as a swashbuckling hobby building pirate ships and giving river cruises has turned into a lucrative business for a St. Charles man.

For the complete story, check out Fox 2 Now.

Music on Main Kicks Off Wednesday With 'Butch Wax & the Hollywoods'

Music on Main has become a St. Charles tradition for more than 30 years. The Historic Downtown Association sponsors the event and proceeds go to benefit the historic downtown neighborhood on Main Street St. Charles.

National Burger Month: 5 Places to Eat in St. Charles

May is national burger month and to celebrate, Patch has put together a list of local places to enjoy a burger in St. Charles.

To honor of National Burger Month in May, Patch has put together a list of local spots to celebrate in St. Charles.  And that's just to name a few! Where's your favorite burger restaurant in O'Fallon? Add it to the list in the comment section below!   

james stamer

7:33 pm on Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Dis agree 100% pine room should b on here   more ›

Job Openings: St. Charles Gordmans Hiring Sales Associate

Here's your weekly roundup of who's hiring in town and in nearby St. Charles County.

Who’s Hiring: Gordmans Location: St. Charles Job: Sales Associate Description: This position is responsible for providing a positive shopping experience through effective merchandise presentation and prompt, courteous guest care.   Requirements: Ability to sufficiently understand the English language in order to communicate with individuals at all levels in the company and with various business contacts outside of the company in an articulate, professional manner. Ability to read price tag information; ability to read guest checks, guest identification and similar written materials. Basic English language writing skills for completion of payment processing, guest checks and void paperwork on void transactions. Basic mathematical skills, …

Monday, May 13, 2013

Dine at T.G.I.Friday's in St. Charles and Support Community Living, Inc.

A portion of dine-in or carry-out sales will benefit Community Living's Residential Services. on May 30.

T.G.I.Friday's in St. Charles is teaming up with local residents to support a good cause this May.  Eat at the restaurant located at 2000 South First Capitol Dr. in St. Charles on May 30, and a portion of dine-in or carry-out sales will benefit Community Living's Residential Services. The fundraiser runs from 11 a.m. until close.  A flyer is required to make a donation. Click here to download or pick up at the front desk at the CLI Administration Building, 1040 St. Peters Howell Road, St. Peters, MO 63376. For more information, call 636-970-2800. 

Sunday, May 12, 2013

Do You Support a Sales Tax for Online Purchases?

The Marketplace Fairness Act was approved in the U.S. Senate, and is headed for the Republican-controlled U.S. House of Representatives. The bill would require merchants to collect sales taxes on online purchases.

It's called the "Marketplace Fairness Act" and supporters say it levels the playing field between online retailers and brick-and-mortar stores by requiring online merchants to pay sales taxes to the states, counties and localities where they have done business. Opponents include anti-tax activists and retailers who say it will be overly burdensome—in fact, nearly impossible, they say, to keep track of the tax rates and tax requirements for the myriad of taxing agencies where they may be doing business. The Marketplace Fairness Act passed the U.S. Senate 69-27 on Monday. Next up, the legislation goes to the GOP-led House. President Barack Obama has previously said he supports the bill. Missouri Sen. Claire McCaskill, a Democrat, voted for …

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PaulRevere's Mom

11:46 pm on Saturday, May 18, 2013

Oh MY! Even I am having a "TOUGH TIME" making any sense of YOUR RAMBLINGS. It's a leap to " Illegal Imigrants" and not "PUBLIC EDUCATION" this time. I'm confused. MAYBE IF I had another PINA COLADA! THIS WOULD MAKE MORE SENSE.   more ›

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