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New Generation Singers embark on annual tour

By Jazmine Knight The new Generation Singers of St. Joseph are ready to embark on their 53rd annual tour. The youth choir consisting of teens from Ashland United Methodist Church and Wyatt Christian Church, will be traveling across the U.S. for just over two weeks. The tour kicks off on July 20th in Ogallala, NE

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Architecture, camera art featured at Albrecht-Kemper

By Kendra Simpson The Albrecht-Kemper Museum features two new exhibits highlighting the golden age of St. Joseph architecture and the art of the camera. “The Architecture of St. Joseph: The Golden Age Revisited” exhibit puts a new spin on an exhibit originally mounted in 1974. This latest version features the original 85 photographs supplemented with

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St. Joseph Museums opens new galleries

By Chris Fortune A local museum is digging up the past and introducing new artifacts to visitors. The St. Joseph Museums is giving visitors the opportunity to learn about prehistoric St. Joseph after opening a new gallery this month focused on archaeology and paleontology across the world. “We have things from ancient Peru, we have

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Arts community gains another new leader

By Ashley Luthans A long-time advocate of the arts is stepping into a leadership role with the Performing Arts Association of St. Joseph. Paul Storiale, new executive director, has been involved in the arts for most of his life. Storiale began performing in middle school. After growing up outside of Chicago, he went on to

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Pony Express honoring the past with Re-Ride

By Leah Rainwater The Pony Express Trail will be active once again Monday for its annual Re-Ride. The Re-Ride is a 10-day, 24-hour event honoring the 164th Anniversary of the Central Overland California and Pikes Peak Express Company, which carried letters and telegrams from April 1860 to November 1861. This year, 600 riders from the

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Allied Arts Council appoints new executive director

By Ashley Luthans The Allied Arts Council has a new leader, and she’s no stranger to the St. Joseph art scene. Jessica Agnew, newly appointed executive director, has been involved in the arts in St. Joseph for many years, from serving as the administrative assistant for Missouri Western’s Theatre, Cinema and Dance Department to working

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St. Joseph has rhythm with jazz celebrations

By Kendra Simpson St. Joseph has a rich history with Jazz music and legends and its celebrating those legends with multiple jazz centered events this week. For over two decades, the Jazz Society has hosted Hawkfest in honor of Coleman Hawkins, the renowned jazz musician. It was on 2nd Street in St. Joseph where Hawkins

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Art awards nominations open through June 14

By Ashley Luthans The 33rd annual Mayor’s Awards for the Arts is approaching, and nominations are open to recognize those who contribute to the arts scene in St. Joseph. Mayor John Josendale, art leaders and community members will come together July 18 for the Allied Arts Council event. Nominees will be recognized among six categories:

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Sculpture Walk brings new artwork to Downtown

By Kendra Simpson For Downtown St. Joseph, spring not only brings flowers but several new sculptures as well with the 11th annual Allied Arts Council Sculpture Walk. In partnership with the Downtown Community Improvement District, the Sculpture Walk features an eclectic mix of 15 new sculptures created by artists across the state and country. This

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Central students bring home theater awards

By Kendra Simpson Teen thespians from Central High School have something to brag about after earning 13 nominations and winning two prizes in the Kansas City Blue Star Awards. The Blue Star Awards are modeled after the Tonys and recognize achievement and excellence in musical theater among Kansas City area high school students. Central’s fall

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Arts Fund campaign extended through June

By Jazmine Knight Community members have a little extra time to help the Allied Arts Council meet its $300,000 fundraising goal. The 42nd annual Arts Fund campaign is now set to end June 30. The council plans to announce the progress of the campaign on July 18 at its annual Allied Arts Council meeting. The

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St. Joseph Museums to increase price of admission

By Chris Fortune Insurance costs, retirement program expenses and wage increases have contributed to a six-figure budget deficit at the St. Joseph Museums. A Museum Oversight Board meeting report stated that the price of admission to the facilities will increase due to the rising costs. “Our group tours for students, that price is seven and

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Honorees sought for arts awards

By NewsPress Now Nominations are now open for the Allied Arts Council’s 2024 Mayor’s Awards for the Arts. The Mayor’s Awards for the Arts are designed to honor and celebrate people and organizations that contribute to the vibrancy of the arts and/or increase access to arts experiences in St. Joseph. Nominations are being accepted for

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