Event aims to help fathers and daughters have fun together
A local business is offering a fun opportunity for fathers and daughters to connect.
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SJSD breaks down costs of Proposition Two
A bond proposal showing up on the April 8 municipal election ballots would allow voters to deny or approve a 60 cent tax increase.
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Missouri Western officials negotiating return of Chiefs training camp
Efforts are underway to ensure the Kansas City Chiefs return to St. Joseph for training camp in the coming years. The team, which is preparing for its third consecutive Super Bowl appearance after having won the last two championships, has come to Missouri Western State University’s campus to prepare for the NFL season since 2010.
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Fans warned of Super Bowl ticket scams
With the Kansas City Chiefs preparing for a historical third appearance in a row at Super Bowl LIX, state officials are warning fans to avoid fraudulent ticket sellers. The state’s Attorney General Andrew Bailey is asking residents to be wary of any “too-good-to be-true” ticket prices as scammers are targeting excited fans. “With the Chiefs
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Traffic accident shuts down lane on I-29 Friday afternoon
St. Joseph law enforcement responded to an injury traffic accident, shutting down a lane on I-29.
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Local social services face “dire” hiring difficulties
Non-profit organizations in St. Joseph have struggled to find new staff for months with little to no luck. These organizations now worry about the future of their services.
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North Shoppes vet clinic expected to open in fall
The owner of the land around 5423 N. Pointe Dr. expects to break ground on the project next week. The property is just north of where the new My Place Hotel opened earlier this month near the Shoppes at North Village.
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See St. Joseph: Puppies, parties and pretty cool science
Parents and children gather on Saturday at Agenstein Hall on the campus of Missouri Western State University for the 23rd Annual Super Science Saturday.
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MoDOT postpones U.S. Route 36 pavement repairs
The Missouri Department of Transportation has postponed the roadwork scheduled to begin on Tuesday, Feb. 4, in Livingston County. According to MoDOT, the pavement repairs on U.S. Route 36 in Livingston County which were scheduled to begin on Tuesday have been postponed until the spring. The contractor, Magruder Paving, LLC has postponed the project until
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City officials and property staff, updates on recent building collapse
Property management with Jasack Property and a St. Joseph, Missouri -Official have updates about the recent building collapse at 10th and Patee streets. Juston Carr, Property Maintenance Manager with the City of St. Joseph, said the future of the building does not look promising as too much damage has taken place. “What I’ve seen now is
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Trenton PD has options to wear Chiefs gear ahead of Super Bowl Sunday
The Trenton, Missouri Police Department shared that officers have the option to support their hometown team this week ahead of the big game. Trenton PD shared through social media on Monday, Feb. 3, “In support of the Kansas City Chiefs, our Officers have been given the option of wearing Chief’s headgear the week preceding the
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St. Joseph School District congratulates top business students
On Monday, the St. Joseph, Missouri School District congratulated its top-performing business students through social media. SJSD shared the post on Monday, Feb. 3, “Congratulations to our top-performing business students! These Benton, Central, and Lafayette High School students scored in the top 10% nationwide on the rigorous High School of Business™ exams.” The top-performing students
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Subject arrested overnight
A SJPD SRT made an arrest overnight
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Modern home materials drive faster fire response times
Fire department response times have gotten faster, largely due to the kinds of materials used in home construction and home appliances. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, many of today’s structures can develop from a small flame to a large fire in three to five minutes. Jamey McVicker, St. Joseph Fire Department assistant chief, said
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MSHP working through dozens of crashes from slick roads
Icy pavement is making for a busy morning for the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
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Efforts continuing to bring grocery store to Downtown ‘food desert’
Members of Restoration Church are moving closer to making the dream of a nonprofit grocery store for Downtown St. Joseph a reality. The church recently hosted an informational gathering with guest speaker James Harris, CEO of Harvest Community Charities, an organization that helps supply fresh products to nonprofit grocery stores. Church members have been trying to
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St. Joseph gets ready to enter “Downtown Era”
The St. Joseph Downtown Association is hosting a celebration this weekend that will appeal to local Swifties.
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Freezing drizzle still imposes travel hazards
A Winter Weather Advisory is still in effect for Northwest Missouri and Northeast Kansas. This advisory includes the following: Andrew, Atchison, Buchanan, Clinton, DeKalb, Gentry, Holt, Nodaway, Platte, and Worth. The following Northeast Kansas counties are also included in the advisory: Brown, Atchison, and Doniphan. This advisory does not expire until 6 PM this evening.
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A Dense Fog Advisory has been issued for northwest Missouri, northeast Kansas
A dense fog advisory has been issued for portions of east-central and northeast Kansas, as well as central, northwest, and west-central Missouri. This advisory will expire at noon today. Visibility of up to a quarter mile or less due to dense fog can make driving conditions hazardous.
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Built for the moment: Kansas City’s unwavering Super Bowl mentality
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes celebrates during the AFC Championship against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday in Kansas City, Missouri.
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Missouri Western dominates Haskell in non-conference finale
Missouri Western men’s basketball starting five huddles together before tipoff against Haskell on Wednesday inside the MWSU Fieldhouse.
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Lafayette girls wallop East Buchanan
Lafayette sophomore Laniya Carriger shares a smile prior to tip-off of a 62-36 win over East Buchanan on Monday night in Gower, Missouri.
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Citizens Law Enforcement Academy now accepting applications
Dozens of Buchanan County residents sit in the Law Enforcement Center as St. Joseph Police give their introductory presentation for the Joint Citizens Academy.
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Scouting America celebrates 115th anniversary this weekend with pinewood derby
Boy Scout camp counselor Maverick McFarland, left, gives an award to camper Cy Walsh for outstanding metalworking Saturday at Camp Geiger. Scouts came from across the U.S. to take part.
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City Council votes to cancel Feb. 18 meeting
Flags fly in front of City Hall and Civic Center Park on a hot August day in St. Joseph.
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Highway Patrol observes National Missing Persons Day
The Missouri State Highway Patrol is bringing awareness to missing persons around the state during National Missing Persons Day. MSHP shared through social media on Monday, Feb. 3 that they are observing National Missing Persons Day, writing, “The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Missing Persons Unit is the clearinghouse for missing persons in Missouri.” The patrol
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Council OKs contract to accelerate landfill cell construction
Landfill operators and staff move trash in 2023 at the St. Joseph Landfill.
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I-229 project results in new disc golf course, Robidoux Landing reconstruction
The Riverwalk Trail that runs through Robidoux Landing along the Missouri River is partially covered in snow on Jan. 29 in Downtown, St. Joseph.
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New pickleball complex planned for development in St. Joseph
A new Pickleball Complex will be constructed off North 22nd Street by Corby Pond in the same location as the old tennis courts. One of the world’s ‘fastest growing sports’ is expanding its reach to St. Joseph.
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City requests 30% waste cut for haulers as DNR grants temporary landfill space
A pickup truck drops off waste from a trailer at the St. Joseph Sanitary Landfill in December.
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