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May 132 min read
Missouri Travel Spots
Missouri, often called the "Show Me State," is a treasure trove of natural beauty, historical landmarks, and vibrant cities. From the...
May 134 min read
New Town at 20 Years
Developed on the bucolic landscape of the former 700-acre Boschert Family Farm, New Town St. Charles stands as a testament to the...
Apr 263 min read
205 Years Of Education
Did you know the area’s oldest school—and the oldest free school west of the Mississippi—is located in Frenchtown? The Academy of the...
Apr 53 min read
Summer Travel Tips
As the sun starts to shine brighter and the days get longer, many of us start planning our summer vacations. Whether it's a beach...
Apr 53 min read
Juiced Wheels E-Bikes
Nestled in the heart of the historic Frenchtown neighborhood, Juiced Wheels has recently relocated from St. Peters, infusing its passion...
Apr 53 min read
Canoeing The Mississippi River
The Mississippi River Water Trail provides some of the most accessible trip-style canoeing adjacent the Orchard Farm area. With its...
Mar 143 min read
A Guide To Getting Your Pilot's License
From the moment I took control of an aircraft as a 17-year-old Cadet in the Civil Air Patrol, the allure of the skies has been an...
Mar 103 min read
Twin Life: Furry Friend Edition
Life has a funny way of surprising you in unexpected ways, both in the good times and the bad, while shaping your family, including our...
Mar 52 min read
It's Time To Plan Your Garden
Even though it might not feel like it at the moment, Spring is quickly approaching, and it is time for you to start planning your garden....
Feb 292 min read
Boschert Greenway Update
Boschert Greenway was first built in 2008 in partnership with Great Rivers Greenway and the City of St. Charles, now stretching from the...
Feb 294 min read
Estate Planning
Uncertainty regarding the future will always be part of the human condition, and as long as uncertainty exists, we will do our best to...
Feb 294 min read
Westerfeld Bee Farm
The plot of land I call home, for my family and our business, has seen a lot over the past 80 years. Just east of the Mississippi River,...
Feb 72 min read
Gardens Of The Month
The New Town Garden Club began recognizing outstanding yards and gardens throughout the community in 2022. Many New Town homeowners deal...
Feb 42 min read
Bulgogi Recipe
Bulgogi is a Korean staple that is great as a standalone dish or combined with a stir-fry, tacos or in a sandwich. Ingredients: 1 pound...
Feb 24 min read
Bourbon Review #1
So, a friend asks you to write an article for Happenings Magazine—you think, well I didn't like writing classes in school way back when,...
Jan 302 min read
Meet Maize & Finnlee
Maize is 10 years old, very petite, weighing only 10 lbs. She is a teacup or imperial shih tzu. The little sweetheart was born with bad...
Jan 302 min read
New Park in St. Charles
The highway B proposed park master plan has been approved by the city of St. Charles. Overall, the plan aims to utilize roughly 100 acres...
Jan 283 min read
Q&A with Paul at The Commons
We sat down with St. Charles Resident Paul Dinkins. Paul is the owner of The Commons—a shared office and event space in the business...
Jan 244 min read
North 94 & 370 Valley
The 370 Valley encompasses a unique location within the confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri Rivers — with the “Little Hills” on...
Jan 131 min read
Orchard Farm High School 2.0
The second iteration of Orchard Farm High School officially opened its doors on January 13. Check out some of the pictures of the new...
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