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Thefts and Vandalism for Aug. 23

By NewsPress Now Thefts reported from Aug. 12 to Aug. 19 602 Francis St., items stolen at residence/home. 1300 S. 11th St., vehicle theft at parking lot/garage. 1141 Frederick Ave., items stolen at restaurant. 3414 S. 22nd St., items stolen at parking lot/garage. 2723 Frederick Ave., items stolen at residence/home. 2814 Edmond St., items stolen

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Chocolate and coffee shop opens Downtown

By Ashley Luthans A new shop on Frederick Avenue is catering to the chocolate lovers and coffee connoisseurs of St. Joseph. Chocolat, located at 1207 Frederick Ave., specializes in coffee, pastries and, of course, chocolate. The shop had its soft opening on Saturday, Aug. 17. Chocolat was created by owner of Cafe Belle Epoque, Diana

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Community feedback sought for 2050 transportation improvement plan

By Cameron Montemayor Area transportation planners are seeking community feedback for the next quarter century of transportation improvements across St. Joseph and surrounding communities. The St. Joseph Area Transportation Study Organization recently unveiled a interactive portal survey as part of its 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan process. The survey is designed to gather community input on

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St. Joseph kids head back to class

By Jazmine Knight Wednesday morning was full of nervous jitters but laughter and smiles, too, as St. Joseph students celebrated the first day of school. The 2024-25 school year is in session, and students have different things to look forward to. Second grader Bentley Harris said he’s looking forward to recess. “That’s all I really

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County approves solar farm regulations

By Chris Fortune Buchanan County officially has guidelines for any future development of solar farms on its land. The Buchanan County commissioners unanimously approved solar farm regulations last week after receiving the final draft in July. It took two years working in tandem with the planning and zoning commission to establish guidelines for large developers

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Central choir surprised with new grand piano

By Jazmine Knight The first day of school is usually full of surprises, but choir students at Central High School received one that was particularly grand. Central High School’s choir program was surprised with a grand piano as they entered class Wednesday. The school purchased a Yamaha CX3 grand piano. This comes after the April

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Animal health company in Elwood announces expansion plans

By Ashley Luthans Elanco, an animal pharmaceutical company, will invest $130 million to expand its Elwood, Kansas, facility and improve manufacturing capabilities. Elanco officials explained in a press conference Tuesday how the investments will support the company’s innovation efforts and create 70 jobs in the area. Grace McArdle, the executive vice president of manufacturing and

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Expansion for manufacturing students opens at Hillyard

By Jazmine Knight Hillyard Technical Center students will be able to hone their skills in a new facility this school year. Hillyard hosted the ribbon-cutting for its brand new stimulated manufacturing facility Tuesday morning. The 22,000-square-foot facility, on the campus at 36th and Faraon streets, will be ready for students when classes begin on Wednesday.

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One injured in two-vehicle crash

By Chris Fortune A man riding a minibike suffered injuries after being hit by a car at South 12th and Pacific Streets Saturday afternoon. The driver of a blue Pontiac Vibe collided with the man on the minibike, and the motorcyclist suffered head injuries. The injuries were described as minor to moderate, according to Sgt.

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