STCNOW The Pulse

<p>In this heartfelt and humorous episode of The Pulse, former Assistant City Administrator Brent Schulz takes us on a journey through nearly three decades of service to St. Charles—from his unexpected start as an...

<p>On this episode of The Pulse Podcast, host Ed Akers sits down with Kim Hudson—City Clerk and behind-the-scenes quarterback of St. Charles' government meetings. From mastering Robert’s Rules of Order to orchestrating...

<p>In this episode of The Pulse Podcast, host Ed Akers sits down with the ever-hustling Mark Tenholder, General Manager of the St. Charles Convention Center. From managing events with 900-guest breakfasts to surprise...

<p>Tap dancing his way from New York City to Las Vegas and everywhere in between, Anthony Russo has returned to his hometown of St. Charles—just in time for 636 Day!</p><p>In this episode of The Pulse, host Ed Acres...

<p>From poolside beginnings to running aquatic facilities, Missy Hollander turned a summer job into a lifelong passion! In this episode of The Pulse, we dive into the world of lifeguarding, the behind-the-scenes magic...

<p>In this episode of The Pulse, host Ed Akers sits down with Lieutenant Dan Gibbons, Public Information Officer for the St. Charles Police Department. They cover everything from the city’s new high-tech training...

<p>On this special roundtable episode of The Pulse, Ed Akers sits down with Mary, Stacy, Sandy—and the ever-iconic Flat Charlie—to explore the heartwarming world of St. Charles’ Sister Cities. 🌍 From cultural exchanges...

<p>n this episode of The Pulse, host Ed Akers sits down with Missouri State Representative Travis Wilson of the 106th District. From his early days in local government to his current role in the Missouri House, Travis...

<p>Ever wondered what it's like to be a firefighter in St. Charles? 🚒🔥 In this episode of The Pulse, host Ed Akers sits down with Fire Captain Kelly Hunsel to talk about life in the fire service. From the types of...

<p>This special on-location episode of The Pulse takes you behind the scenes of the 2025 St. Charles County Mayor’s Charity Ball recipients. We visit five incredible organizations benefiting from this year’s event: The...

<p> From the STC Now magazine to city-wide events like the Mardi Gras and St. Patrick’s Day parades, Beth Norviel, Special Events & Communications Director, plays a key role in keeping St. Charles residents informed and...

<p>In this episode, Kelsey Parks, Director of the Saint Charles Animal Shelter, shares everything you need to know about pet safety, the importance of microchipping (yes—even snakes!), and the city’s unique animal laws...

<p> Dan's journey starts in Alaska, and as the son of 2 educators, he's always been interested in Science and Math. Now, Dan's department is heading up the biggest projects in the City, from the City Centre Complex to...

<p> In this episode of The Pulse, we’re joined by Zach Tusinger, the Director of Community Development for Saint Charles. Zach shares his unique journey from a childhood shaped by civic-minded parents to becoming a...

<p> In this episode of The Pulse, we sit down with Mike Klinghammer, a beloved figure in the Saint Charles community. From his impactful time on the city council to his work with local development and preservation...