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Lions Ride for Sight Fulfills Pledge
At the Crossroads: A story of hope. 
Upcoming Events    
Northwest Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament

Relay for Life Northwest Raises $30,000 +

This year's Relay for Life theme was "Decades," and here in the Northwest area, 22 teams had a whole lot of fun dressing up in the fashions of decades on Friday, May 11 at Northwest High School.  But whether they were strolling in the tie dyed sixties or the dancing in big hair 80's there was a serious side to their steps.  Through the years the Relay for Life Northwest has put a real face on cancer, the faces of family, friends and neighbors.  They come out to celebrate those who have survived, to remember those they've lost and to walk to fight cancer through the night.

This year, their efforts raised more than $30,000 for the American Cancer Society, more than twice what they raised last year. Realty Executives Premiere took the lead raising about $11,000 through a variety of activities.  

"We had a Charity Poker Tournament, made gift baskets and had a barbecue," said Chuck Maher, broker and owner of the company and organizer of this year's Relay.  

But they didn't stop there.  During the Relay event, they provided face painting, haircuts and the sweet hands of a massage therapist to round off their contribution.

Other teams did their part to make a difference in the fight against cancer too.  The Land of the Giants Truck Club brought their big bad trucks and barbecued.  TimberRidge Community Church had headbands, lap beads, beach photos and snacks available.  Faith Community Church were "Praying 4 a Cure."  And Troop Cedar Hill had a pizza party! 

"There were two D.J.s. The U.S. Navy Reserves provided the flag ceremony. The team at the High Ridge Library arranged for the hot air balloon rides," Maher said. "Bo Matthews from WIL brought Bo Foot and the t-shirt cannon. They were shooting t-shirts at the kids." 
Earlier in the evening, the Survivors gathered with their care givers for the
Survivor dinner. The meal was provided by Pegg's On the Boulevard in High Ridge.  In fact, about 40 businesses in the Highway 30 Corridor sponsored the event in one way or another.
Games and other activities went on through the night, and the event ended at 6 a.m. on Saturday.  Another lap, another year, another round in the fight against cancer.

Funds raised by communities for the American Cancer Society provide for research and programs that offer patient support, prevention, detection and the treatment of cancer. 
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FACC
Business & Community Fair Set for May 30

Do you have a local business, service or charity to promote? This event sponsored by the Fenton Area Chamber of Commerce is
for you!  Last year the fair had over 100 vendors and over 450 attendees. Don't miss your opportunity to get noticed!
Date: May 30
Place: Rockwood Summit High School
1780 Hawkins Road-
Fenton, MO 63026
Time: 3:30pm - 4:30pm 
Business to Business
4:30pm - 6:30 p.m. Open to Public
Booth Space is Available

For more information, contact the Fenton Area Chamber of Commerce at 636-717-0200 or visit their website at http://www.fentonmochamber.com

Companion
Planting and Crop Rotation: May 30

Time: 6:00-8:00 pm
Place: Northwest Branch of the Jefferson County Library, High Ridge
Learn how to improve plant performance, soil quality, and attract beneficial insects-
all with the help of companion planting methods! This class will also discuss
the best plant companions and the benefits of rotation vegetable plants to enhance performance from year to year.
This class is free, but space is limited. Signup
required- stop by the Information Desk, call 636.677.8186, or email mpfeiffer@jeffcolib.orgto reserve a spot.

Jefferson County Links

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Northwest Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce

Chapel Hill Obituaries

High Ridge Fire Protection District

Cedar Hill Fire Protection District
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