It is no falsity that some of the greatest lessons are learned outside the classroom. Over the past two weeks I have been interning at the Ladue-Frontenac Patch with the editor Jim Baer as my mentor, and it has been one of the most rewarding experiences. My first assignment was to go to Passport Luggage and interview the manager about summer travel. I had never conducted an interview before, so this task seemed a little daunting. But he was very helpful, and miraculously I was able to read my notes later to write an article about it. The most challenging part of this assignment was …
The Service Bureau has an abundance of gifts perfect for a dorm or the home. Personalized stamps are their biggest item, and they are featured with classy and cute notes that can be personalized with initials. Notes, coming in the forms of pads and blocks, are another big seller. Other items include iPhone and iPad cases, picture frames in many styles and sizes, makeup bags, candles, bracelets, luggage tags, shoe bags, and paperweights. They also have a large selection of Lilly Pulitzer, including umbrellas, magnetic boards, pens, and agendas. If you have a friend or family member …
Looking for something cool and tasty that’s without fat?Look no further. FroYo is new in town and is already creating a stir. With large variety of flavors and toppings to choose from, you can customize your refreshing indulgence.According to www.froyoyogurt.com, frozen yogurt is “non fat, low calorie, high in calcium and protein, has the health benefits of yogurt with live and active probiatic cultures, bosts immunity, helps digestion, lowers cholesterol, and is a healthy alternative to traditional fat and sugared ice cream.” FroYo has set up shop in the Village at Schneithorst, a …
Despite the recent cool temperatures, summer is quickly approaching and plans for vacations are already being made. What is essential to traveling? Luggage. So I paid a visit to Passport Luggage at Plaza Frontenac and spoke with the manager, Scott Ford to find out. He says the number one thing customers request is something lightweight. The fabrics the bags are made of, the features, the material used, and the structure of the case are what makes a bag lightweight.The first bag he showed me was a silver Samsonite spinner from the Winfield line. It appears hard and heavy, yet when I …
