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Thursday, January 31, 2013

Man Put on Probation For Burglary Steals Boots 13 Days Later, Police Say

The 18-year-old man was charged with his third stealing offense within two years.

Two weeks after pleading guilty to a burglary and theft, an 18-year-old man faces a criminal charge of stealing boots from Kohl’s department store in O’Fallon Sunday. Brian Chappel, 18, of the first block of East O’Fallon Drive in O’Fallon, was charged Monday with stealing as a third offense. If he’s found guilty, it would be Chappel's third stealing conviction within two years. O’Fallon Police said Chappel went into Kohl’s wearing athletic shoes, but changed into boots in the shoe department. He left his shoes on the shelf and walked out wearing the boots without paying for them, police said. He was stopped by a store security guard. Police said Chappel refused to stand and walk out to the squad car, so he was carried to the vehicle. …

Rich Pope

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Thursday, September 1, 2011

Best Of: Fall Fashion Trends for 2011

Patch’s resident fashionista guides you through the perilous waters of this fall’s changing fashion scene.

The whims of fashion are cruel. Just when you thought your austerity inspired black recession wardrobe would last you for years, the fashion industry decided it’s time to boot all that black in favor of something colorfully retro. Here’s what you can expect to see at every place from O’Fallon’s Target to the shops of Mid River’s Mall. Off the shoulder Single shoulder dresses have been creeping into spring fashion, but they’re coming back for fall in a big way. If you have perfectly toned arms and lovely collarbones, this is your chance to show off. Be warned, this isn’t a fashion that will last for long. You’ll look cutting edge this year and horribly dated next year. Patterns: Polka Dots and Plaid If you love vintage pinup and rockabilly …

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