Spend the day at the horse races, tour the Missouri State Penitentiary, and visit two working farms in Missouri’s farm country, all while leaving the driving to O’Fallon’s Parks and Recreation Department.

Fairmount Park Horse Races – Bring a friend along for a fun-filled day of horse-racing at Fairmount Park in Collinsville, Illinois, on Tuesday, May 10. The motor coach leaves Civic Hall at 10:15 a.m. and returns at 5 p.m. The cost of $45 for O’Fallon residents, or $51 for non-residents, includes a deluxe luncheon buffet, a racing program, transportation, admission and taxes. Registration ends April 12. Please register as soon as possible to keep trips from being cancelled due to low enrollment. To sign up for the programs:

• Visit the Parks and Rec website, www.ofallon.mo.us/parksandrec
• Call 636-474-2732 or 636-379-5606
• Come to the Parks and Recreation Administration Office, 400 Civic Park Drive (63366), or the Renaud Spirit Center, 2650 Tri Sports Circle, (63368).

For more information, contact Paula Creech at 636-474-8121 or pcreech@ofallon.mo.us

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The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the 27^th Annual USATF Certified Firecracker Run on Monday, July 4, 2011, in O’Fallon, MO. The Firecracker Run offers something for everyone! The Race begins at 7:00 am and consists of a 10k run, 5K run and a 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk. Awards will be given to the overall winner for Male and Female racers of the 5K and 10K. There will also be awards given to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers (Male and Female) of each class in the 5K and 10K. Ribbons will be given to all participants of the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk. (more…)

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Oak Barrel Wine Bistro & Artisan Bakery celebrated the opening of their new business in O’Fallon with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Pictured is owner, Todd Kussman joined by friends, family and community members. Also in attendance for the celebration were representatives of the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce, the City of O’Fallon and O’Fallon Mayor, Bill Hennessey. (more…)

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The spring issue is here and ready for you to enjoy the articles and share with your peers.  Click the image to view the 2011 spring issue and gain valuable information to advance your career.

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THE CHARITY EVENT DREW IN OVER 1,000 NEEDY INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES SETTING A RECORD ATTENDANCE

ST. CHARLES, MO – On Friday, December 17th, Global Spectrum, managers of the Saint Charles Convention Center successfully hosted their third annual charity event, Helping Hands for the Holidays. Attendance at this year’s event was over 1,000, an increase of nearly 850 over the previous two years.

In addition to everyone enjoying a holiday buffet meal, 96 flu shots were given out by Barnes St. Peters Hospital, 230 winter coats and other winter items donated by the City of St. Charles were distributed, 300 bags of canned food donated by the community were given away, 100 personal care items were handed out, and over 200 photos with Santa were taken. (more…)

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NBTA Foundation Survey Finds an Overwhelming Majority of Business Travel Buyers Project a “Direct Connect” Distribution Strategy Will Result in Higher Costs and Negative Impacts on the Industry

Alexandria, VA (January 28, 2011) – A new survey of 244 business travel buyers released today by the National Business Travel Association (NBTA) Foundation has revealed that a vast majority of respondents (89%) expect an increase in travel costs if the airline industry moves to a “Direct Connect” model that bypasses the existing travel distribution system.  Almost three-quarters (72%) believe a shift to a Direct Connect-type system would have a negative impact on the business travel industry, and over half (59%) of travel managers said they would be “very concerned” if other airlines pursue similar distribution strategies. (more…)

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HENDERSONVILLE, Tennessee — The U.S. hotel industry reported single-digit increases in all three key performance metrics during the week of 16-22 January 2011, according to data from STR.

In year-over-year comparisons, occupancy increased 6.5 percent to 49.8 percent, average daily rate was up 2.6 percent to US $96.39, and revenue per available room finished the week up 9.3 percent to US $47.99. (more…)

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The Omni Majestic Hotel, a 91-room, luxury boutique  property located in the heart of downtown St. Louis has joined forces with Mom’s Originals Inc. in an agreement to offer a localized culinary experience to its guests.

In a relentless effort to provide the finest in local flavor, guests of the Omni Majestic will receive the opportunity to experience the finest in luxury hotel accommodations as well as the refreshingly unique choice in Mom’s Gourmet Pretzels. (more…)

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(ST. CHARLES, MO) – Global Spectrum, managers of the St. Charles Convention Center, have hired Bill Nicely as the new Director of Sales and Marketing. Nicely will be in charge of overseeing all sales and marketing operations at the 154,000 sq. ft. facility including prospecting, booking, contracts, and sales reporting. In addition, he will oversee all marketing aspects, including facility marketing plans, budgets, and advertising efforts. (more…)

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