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The Best Christmas Gift Ever
What gift have you received that left you speechless—in a good way?
Joe Barker, Patch Staff
Joe Barker, Patch Staff
- St. Peters, MO
Email: joe.barker@patch.com
Phone: 636.575.9390
Hometown: Pacific, Mo.
Birthday: Aug. 27, 1985
Bio: Born and raised in Pacific, MO, (that's out by Six Flags), I graduated from Pacific High School in 2004. After that, I went to Truman State University in Kirksville to study journalism. While there, I worked on the campus newspaper, the Index, and also did other odd jobs to pay the rent—I worked at a liquor store and at Sears. I finished up my education at Truman in 2008 and immediately moved to Hannibal, Mo. to take a job with the Hannibal Courier-Post. I spent two years in Hannibal, the last as the Sports Editor, before coming to St. Peters.
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Police: Man Attacks Brother With Knife, Threatens to Burn House Down
The St. Charles County Sheriff's Department arrested David Ashley Hall, 31, after threatening his brother with a knife during a fight.
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St. Peters Police Blotter: Man Strikes Stepson, Woman After Argument
Also in the St. Peters crime report, two cars were broken into and numerous items were taken.
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Top 7: College Bowl Games, Police Blotter Assault and More
Here are the top 7 most read stories on St. Peters Patch for the week of December 10.
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St. Peters Police News: Stolen Lawn Mower, Trucker Injured and a Violent Bar Fight
Miss any St. Peters Police news? Here's a roundup of coverage from the week of December 10.
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Blanchette Bridge Lane Closure Set for Saturday
Also: A bypass for drivers on South Main Street will be in use beginning on Monday.
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Friday Food Critic: Review Emperor China in St. Peters
Each week, we nominate a new restaurant for you to review. That's right, you're the local expert. This week we look at Emperor China in St. Peters
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The Season Is Here: Where to Get Flu Shots in or Near St. Peters
Here's where to get an influenza vaccine, how to recognize symptoms and what to know about treatment if you get sick.
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O'Fallon, MO|News|
Blanchette Bridge Lane Closure Set for Sunday
A bypass for drivers on South Main Street will be in use beginning on Monday.
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Blanchette Bridge Lane Closure Set for Sunday
Also: A bypass for drivers on South Main Street will be in use beginning on Monday.
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St. Peters Police Blotter: Christmas Lights Cut By Stranger At Residence
Also in the St. Peters crime report, a woman attempted to rob a liquor store.
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St. Peters Trucker Uninjured in US-61 Crash
A St. Peters truck driver collided with another driver Tuesday afternoon.
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O'Fallon, MO|News|
Menards St. Peters Location Still on Pace to Open in Spring 2013
The home-improvement chain recently withdrew plans to build a new store on the Lake Saint Louis-O'Fallon border citing President Barack Obama's policies.
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St. Peters Police Blotter: Two Women Caught Taking $500 Worth of Merchandise from Kohl's
Also in the St. Peters crime report, a window was broken out with a BB gun.
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Violet Files for Re-Election to St. Peters Board of Aldermen
Terri Violet is first in line to file for the St. Peters Ward 3 seat. Michelle Walker is her only challenger so far after the first day of filing.
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Retired Police Officer Charged After Sending Explicit Pictures
Richard L. Hays, 47, of the 6100 block of State Route 162 in Maryville, Ill., was charged Wednesday in St. Charles County with felony sexual misconduct involving a child under 15.
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Menards Pulls Plug on O'Fallon Store, St. Peters Location Still on Pace to Open in Spring 2013
The home-improvement chain recently withdrew plans to build a new store on the Lake Saint Louis-O'Fallon border citing President Barack Obama's policies.
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St. Peters Police Blotter: $1,500 Worth of Items Stolen from Hardware Store
Also in the St. Peters crime report a man was robbed by acquaintances who said he owed them money.
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Filling for 2013 Municipal Election Opens Tuesday
Ward 3 Alderwoman Terri Violet's seat is the only open seat for April's election.
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