Making the Most of Your Bonus or Raise

If you’re receiving a raise or a bonus this year, you may feel a little bit wealthier when you see your suddenly inflated bank account or paycheck.

Independent research awards top spot in St. Louis to AT&T in recent wireless network performance test

AT&T wireless customers in the greater St. Louis metropolitan area are benefitting from a network ranked highest in the city by an independent research firm.

Estate Planning When It’s Just the Two of You

Planning for the future can take a different shape when children aren’t involved.

Caring for Aging Parents: Don’t Wing It

As the boomers and their parents age, more and more family members are managing eldercare responsibilities.

Five Tips To Help Avoid A Broken Hip This Winter

A broken hip can be devastating for someone over 65. Read my blog for some tips to avoid a slip and fall this winter.

Mayor's First Annual "Canning for a Cause"

Mayor's First Annual Canning for a Cause

Couples: Combining Finances… Or Not

If you’re married, engaged or in a relationship where you share day-to-day expenses with a partner, broaching the topic of how to blend your finances is essential.

Higher Food Prices: How they may Impact Your Household Budget

The 2012 growing season was severely impacted by a drought that covered most of the Midwest.

Save for your child’s college education and your retirement

Raising children can be a very rewarding experience, but it can also be emotionally and financially complicated.

WJAA Flag Footaball

Wentzville Flag Football!

Military Working Dogs Adoptions

If you carefully follow the "The ABC's of MWD Adoption" --with a little perseverance-- you soon will be embracing your very own MWD !!!

Baby Boomers: When it comes to family money matters, talk it out

A recently released research study revealed that the majority of men and women of the baby boomer generation are providing financial support to their family members –

Tax Planning in a lower tax environment

A review of your finances before the end of the year is always a good practice, and often assessing tax-saving strategies is part of the process.

Shop Online with Confidence this Holiday Season

The holiday season is fast approaching, and with all of the planning, celebrations, family dinners, seasonal events and – of course – gift shopping, there’s no shortage of things to do.

The Changing Face of Mormon Missionaries

Mormon missionaries are becoming more diverse due to a recent announcement by church leaders.

Unique Christmas Store at Agape Hometown Thrift Shop

Christmas Store at Agape Hometown Thrift Shop on Armory Rd in Warrenton is worth the drive out. Santa will be here for photos and fun this Sat

Preparing for the “Fiscal Cliff”

A phrase that has found its way into our daily lexicon this year is “fiscal cliff.”

Sky in Wentzville, Mo

meteor shower in Wentzville, Mo

Six Important Tips for Grandparents about Giving

If you enjoy supporting your grandchildren financially – or if this is one of your goals – you’re not alone.

Financial Tips When One Parent Stays at Home

In more than half (58%) of American families with children, both parents work1, but there are still many that manage on just one income.

Author turns to crowdfunding to release angelic artwork collection

On the night of 11-11-2011 Robyne Arrow was compelled to go outdoors to take photos of the sky. When she viewed the photos days later she was amazed by an angel or more accurately speaking a Cherub

Preparing for Open Enrollment

Most employers that offer a menu of employee benefits have an annual open enrollment period - typically several weeks in the fall or early winter.

Avoid Going Broke Paying for Your Kids’ Activities

Half a decade ago, kids honed their athletic skills at the neighborhood park.

Republican Party Afraid of Pro-Life Democrat in District 63

Republican Party Afraid of Pro-Life Democrat in District 63

When people hurt you...don't take it personally! Practice unconditional love...

When people hurt you...don't take it personally...it has nothing to do with you.

Consumers’ Retirement Confidence Needs a Boost - The Dos and don’ts that will help you prepare for retirement

As baby boomers near retirement, many are discovering that they aren’t yet financially prepared to leave their careers

Five Tips for Parents with Boomerang Kids

College graduation can be both an exciting and unsettling milestone in a young adult’s life – .

Vote NO To Save Your Sheriff's Department In St. Charles County

Before you go to the polls, make sure you know how this power grab, by the County Executive, will change forever whom law enforcement will be accountable to. HINT: It won't be you.

What’s your favorite Wentzville nonprofit?

GreatNonprofits.org released today its first ever list of top-rated charities in Wentzville , which Patch.com readers can use to discover top volunteer, giving, and internship opportunities.

Wolves come out on top on Senior night, 26-7

Wolves come out on top on Senior night; finish regular season 4-5.

The Affordable Care Act: How it May Impact Your Finances

The Affordable Care Act – often referred to as the new health care reform law – is moving forward following the recent Supreme Court ruling upholding the Act.

Wolves win big over Howell North 52-13

Wolves win big over Knights 52-13; highest points scored yet this season.

Embrace your gifts and your humility! Begone EGO!!!!

Drop your "ego" and embrace your gifts!

Important Moments in Your Life

My friend Dan shared something he wrote recently. I wanted to share it. I hope you enjoy!

We Encourage Citizens Throughout This Great Country To Honor Forgotten Hero Dogs March 13

Please share with all Patch Communities.

Domestic Violence Victim Receives Comfort

Sheila, a victim of domestic abuse, fled with her child for safety to the Bridgeway Women's Center in St. Charles, where loving hearts and a warm quilt were waiting.

Unemployed or Under-employed College Grads: Managing Student Loan Debt

It’s October and the pomp and circumstance of college graduation is but a distant memory for many, but student loan repayment is becoming a reality.

Timberland comes up short against top ranked Howell

Wolves fall short against Vikings 42-7; look forward to next week against Francis Howell North.

First Baptist Church to Host FREE "Courageous" Movie Night

Families invited to FREE showing of the movie "Courageous" on October 19th at First Baptist Church. Childcare available.

Bill Stinson - State Legislative District 63

Bill Stinson is the only choice to represent Wentzville, Wright City, Foristell, Innsbrook and New Melle. He lives here, he has built a business here, he has raised a family here.