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St. Charles Community College Brings Dreamscape Learn VR to the Midwest

St. Charles County students are quite literally stepping into the future of education. St. Charles Community College (SCC) has introduced an immersive virtual reality (VR) learning lab powered by Dreamscape Learn, a cutting-edge platform developed in collaboration with DreamWorks Animation. The new VR lab is the only one of its kind in the Midwest, giving

Sold Out MO’ Cowbell Run Gears up for Second Consecutive Record-Breaking Year

On October 5, thousands of cowbell-ringing spectators will line the streets of historic St. Charles City to cheer on participants of the 14th annual MO' Cowbell Run. Hosted by the EDC of St. Charles County, MO’ Cowbell offers four signature races—5K, 10K, Half Marathon, and Marathon—attracting everyone from casual walkers to serious

EDC Business Counseling Helps Pave the Way for New OsteoStrong Franchise

For Melissa and Mike Reimer, building strong bones is more than just a business—it’s personal. As the new owners of an OsteoStrong franchise, the husband-and-wife team is helping people across the region improve their health, prevent injury, and live stronger, more confident lives. OsteoStrong is a unique health and wellness center focused on

1 Glazer Way

This site is one of just a few actual food-grade facilities on the market today, offering 254,458 SF of fully climate-controlled industrial space—ideal for food, beverage, or temperature-sensitive logistics and production users. 13+ acre site ±36,000 SF high-end office space 33' clear height 29 dock doors (14 enclosed) and one ramped

EDC Maintains Prestigious AEDO Accreditation

The EDC is pleased to announce it has once again earned reaccreditation as an Accredited Economic Development Organization (AEDO) by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). Fewer than 100 organizations worldwide and just four in Missouri hold this prestigious designation. The AEDO program is a rigorous peer review process that benchmarks

How the EDC Helped Respond Right EMS Academy Grow, Rebuild, and Thrive

When Donna Weiss launched Respond Right EMS in 2001, her mission was clear: provide high-quality training to prepare the next generation of emergency medical professionals. What began as a small venture soon grew into something extraordinary. By 2008, Respond Right became the first private entity in Missouri accredited to operate a standalone EMS

Building Hope: Habitat for Humanity of St. Charles County Celebrates 100th Home and Ambitious New Project

At a time when communities across the nation are facing a growing affordable housing crisis, Habitat for Humanity of St. Charles County is helping families realize the dream of homeownership. For many hardworking families, the chance to purchase a safe, affordable home means not just stability—but opportunity. It means children growing up in

From Side Hustle to Style Staple: How the SBA 504 Program Helped a Local Brand Take Root

What does it take to build a standout brand from the ground up? For Poppy & Pine, it started with creativity, grit, and hustle. What began more than a decade ago as a home-based business has grown into a beloved retail brand known for custom graphic apparel in playful, on-trend designs. When the company needed a larger facility to keep pace with

Cottleville Landing

Both land and existing retail space opportunities are available for lease in the rapidly growing City of Cottleville. Located along busy Mid Rivers Mall Drive just one mile from St. Charles Community College, this location boasts substantial traffic counts and quick access to the key intersection of HWY 94 and 364. The area is anchored by Schnucks and

1400 Grant Industrial Blvd.

Located on 2.83 acres in the City of O’Fallon, this new industrial space offers convenient interstate access and high-value amenities. For sale or lease 10,500 - 21,000 SF available 2.83 AC of land 27’ - 33’ clear ceilings 3-phase power 2 dock doors 2 large drive-in doors Outside storage permitted Interested parties should connect

St. Charles County Economic Development Awards Honoree: Confluence Tech Hub

The Confluence Tech Hub is charting a bold course for innovation in St. Charles County, driven by a clear mission: to make the region a premier destination for tech entrepreneurship — with a strong focus on the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence. Launched through a groundbreaking partnership between Lindenwood University, St. Charles

450 Technology Drive

This development-ready parcel in Weldon Spring sits directly across from the prestigious Missouri Research Park and offers over 500 feet of frontage along I-64. Just 25 minutes from both downtown St. Louis and Lambert International Airport, the site connects you to top-tier talent, research institutions, and key suppliers. 8.33-acre