Christian Hospital’s latest session of the Just Lose It weight-loss challenge ended on April 27, 2017. The final weigh-in spotlighted 225 participants who lost a total of more than 1,700 pounds during the 12-week challenge.

Justin Bell, 7, and his family welcomed a special visit recently from Christian Hospital paramedics Jeremy Bell (no relation) and Tricia O’Laughlin, along with St. Louis County Police Officer Bob Rinck, to celebrate Justin’s homebirth seven years ago. O’Laughlin delivered Justin at his home on Dec. 17, 2009, with the help of fellow paramedic Jeremy, Justin’s paternal grandmother Linda Bell, Officer Rinck and four Black Jack Fire Protection District firefighters.