Bode celebrates National Skating Month
In honor of National Skating Month, Sunday’s free skating clinic taught St. Joseph residents basic skating skills like gliding, stopping and spinning.
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Chiefs fans share superstitions ahead of championship game
The Chiefs will be chasing history at Super Bowl LIX by attempting to become the first team to win three championships in a row. Locally, St. Joseph fans will be incorporating their rituals to help make that happen.
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Missouri Highway Patrol sees DWI arrests increase in 2024
The Missouri State Highway Patrol is placing an increased focus on driving down the number of DWI incidents statewide in 2025.
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A Safe Haven: Andrew County installs baby box
With the help of surrounding law enforcement agencies and community members from near and far, the Andrew County Community Builders reached their goal of $40,000 to bring a Safe Haven Baby Box to Northwest Missouri.
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Highway patrol warns against road rage following recent incidents
Law enforcement officers are cautioning drivers to avoid engaging in road-rage situations which can lead to a fatal outcome.
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Fire crews attend powerline training with Evergy
Local firefighters attended a training conducted by Evergy on Wednesday morning which focused on power lines. The training offered a refresher on how to properly respond to emergencies involving overhead and underground power lines, including dig-ins and downed power lines from storms. The goal was for first responders to learn how to keep themselves safe
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Mid-City Excellence hosts 11th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Solutions Summit
Mid-City Excellence hosts 2024 Martin Luther King Jr. Solutions Summit.
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SJPD captain selected Platte City police chief
St. Joseph police Capt. Jeff Wilson will become the new police chief in Platte City, Missouri, in April.
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Police using Flock cameras to put the brakes on crime
The St. Joseph police department is the latest agency to utilize flock cameras around the city, in effort to combat crime.
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It was a busy year for the St. Joseph Fire Department in 2024
According to its annual report, the St. Joseph Fire Department responded to 16,061 calls in 2024. These calls included fire emergencies, medical calls, and fire safety inspections. This is a faint decrease from 2023 when the fire department responded to 16,082 calls for service. While the St. Joseph Fire Department saw a slight decrease in
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Winter solutions to keep your child safe while traveling
Local experts are reminding parents of proper winter car seat safety.
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Charges filed in I-29 road rage incident
A Savannah, Missouri, man is charged with a felony count of unlawful use of a weapon in connection with a road rage incident Wednesday morning on Interstate 29. At just before 8 a.m. on Jan. 15, the St. Joseph Police Department received a 911 call reporting a road rage incident on northbound I-29 near the
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Robidoux Row Museum names new executive director
Executive Director Jeff McMillian is stepping back from his current role to join the Board of Directors making room for current Board of Director’s member – Megan Wyeth to take over as Executive Director on Feb. 3.
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Missouri Western students face mental health problems post-inauguration
Regardless where one stands on the political spectrum, several U.S. residents taken to social media after the inauguration, hurting their mental well-being.
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County signs off on study for juvenile justice center expansion
Buchanan County commissioners signed off on a feasibility study this week for Goldberg Group Architects to determine the cost and scope of building an addition at the Judge Frank D. Connett Jr. Juvenile Justice Center.
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See St. Joseph: Intergalactic battles, brunch and classical music
The St. Joseph Symphony is bringing back their Symphony Minis series with Lory Lacy and her ensemble including Rob Patterson, Dana Wollard and Jiwon Choi.
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New animal shelter design complete, construction tentatively set for spring
Ellison-Auxier Architects designed the new 15,000-square-foot facility to be built at 3405 S. Belt Highway. It will be significantly larger than the current 8,000-square-foot building.
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Community Missions seeks donations before arctic blast
The shelter is requesting winter gear, like coats and gloves, as well as cleaning supplies and dinnerware to be donated in preparation for the weekend’s freezing temperatures.
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Grief support program will begin sessions early February
GriefShare is a biblically based international program that helps people grieving the loss of a loved one. Locally Debbie Lyons is a facilitator of a group starting in the beginning of February. “GriefShare walks you through each week with different activities with different lessons,” Lyons said. “The videos are amazing from people with heartfelt passion
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Utility companies offer financial assistance as freezing temperatures loom
With the recent blizzard and upcoming frigid temperatures, St. Joseph residents may be worried about a higher utility bill. Evergy, Spire and Missouri American Water have a few tips that help reduce the use of energy and water during the winter months.
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Police Departments warn of ‘Brushing Scams’ ahead of holiday
Law enforcement agencies across the area are warning individuals about “Brushing Scams” this holiday. The “brushing scam” begins when a person receives an unexpected package in the mail disguised as a gift, according to officials with St. Joseph, Missouri, Police Department. “And when you open the package, it’s quite possible you’ll be confused,” said SJPD
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QuikTrip opening Thursday
The St. Joseph QuikTrip is located at 4312 Frederick Ave. and will open on Jan. 16.
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Felix Street Pub to close in February
The owner of The Felix Street Pub took to social media to announce plans to close the business. The post states the final day of operations for the pub will be Feb. 28. Owners said that the pub still plans to have events until the closing, including karaoke nights and football potlucks. The space will
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Chess enthusiasts rekindle chess club
Baldwin said chess has been known to improve life skills such as logic, empathy and discipline.
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Tracking above freezing temperatures today
Warm air will start to rush in today, but won’t last long. Arctic air returns this weekend.
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United Way partner agencies meet for breakfast
United Way of Greater St. Joseph invited members of their partner agencies to a breakfast and networking event on Wednesday morning. Many attendees were from partner agencies who collaborate with the United Way and they were able to meet others from partner agencies while enjoying a nice breakfast on Jan. 15. Kylee Strough, president of
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County hits snag with North Shoppes detention pond construction
Environmental factors and a change in calculations are delaying the buildout of a detention pond slated for the Shoppes at North Village.
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Flags to be raised in Missouri on Jan. 20
U.S. and state flags will be flown at full-staff on Inauguration Day at state buildings and grounds in Missouri despite the date falling during a national mourning period for former President Jimmy Carter. Gov. Mike Kehoe signed an executive order and announced the decision on Wednesday that flags will be raised to full-mast on Monday,
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Maryville holds memorial for infant found at Lake Mozingo
Members of the Maryville community honored an infant who was found dead at Mozingo Lake as the investigation into the case continues. The city of Maryville organized a graveside memorial service for the baby boy Thursday at Oak Hill Cemetery, where a crowd gathered and silently listened as a local pastor shared scriptures and led
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Memorial set for baby found in Maryville park
Police have identified a person of interest after a newborn baby’s body was found last month at Mozingo Lake Recreation Park, and a memorial event is set for the infant on Thursday. The baby boy’s body was found on the morning of May 25 in a remote area of the park by an employee who
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