The annual Dancing with the St. Louis Stars competition at The Ritz-Carlton supports the nonprofit’s quality programs and services for area adults with serious and persistent mental illnesses that allow them to live and work independently and with dignity. This year’s champion was Wash. U. School of Law dean Nancy Staudt and her partner Alex Borodko. The 12th annual event raised more than $690,000. VIP Guests: Executive director Mark Bethel, board president Ian Watkins, honorary chairs Greg, Lisa and Ally Nichols, emcee Claire Kellet.