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Leasing Now: 126,000 SF of Class A Office space is now available in fast-growing St. Charles County. The area boasts excellent demographics and nearby amenities. LEED-certified Prominent signage opportunities Event space for up to 400 On-site cafeteria and coffee bar Can come fully furnished Interested parties should connect with Megan Baucom at the

MO’ Cowbell Marathon Rings Up Major Economic Impact in St. Charles County

For nearly 15 years, the MO’ Cowbell Marathon hosted by the EDC has been more than just a race — it’s been a powerful economic driver and a celebration of community in St. Charles County. Each fall, the event welcomes thousands of runners, families, and fans to our region, turning the streets of historic St. Charles into a vibrant showcase

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1000 Tech East

Leasing Now: 126,000 SF of Class A Office space is now available in fast-growing St. Charles County. The area boasts excellent demographics and nearby amenities. LEED-certified Prominent signage opportunities Event space for up to 400 On-site cafeteria and coffee bar Can come fully furnished Interested parties should connect with Megan Baucom at the

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

The Right Place to Grow Local: Grillo’s Chop & Barrel Finds Its Home in St. Charles County

When you walk into Grillo’s Chop & Barrel in Lake St. Louis, you immediately feel the difference. The counters are stocked with Certified Hereford Beef sourced directly from Missouri farms, the aroma of fresh-cut steaks fills the air, and shelves feature sauces, rubs, coffee, and beers, all from local makers. For owner/operator Mike Grillo,

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

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

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