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North End tavern under new ownership

By Jazmine Knight One local tavern is ready to continue its 125-year legacy with some new owners. Russell Book and Melissa Winn have taken the helm at the Brown Bear, 2028 St Joseph Ave. It all started with Winn’s husband BJ. BJ’s dad owned the tavern many years ago and it has always been a

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New businesses open in St. Joseph

By Ashley Luthans New businesses are opening their doors at several locations around town. Black Kat Salvage II is an antique store located at 902 Edmond St. that features multiple vendors. The store is full of vintage items, clothing and more. “It’s just an eclectic mix of items that people have collected over the years

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Amateur radio club offers certification course

By Charles Christian The Missouri Valley Amateur Radio Club will host an FCC amateur radio technician class and exam on Oct. 19 and 20.  Amateur radio uses radio waves to communicate for both recreation and emergency situations. The training will provide technical certification that will allow people to become approved amateur radio operators. The certification

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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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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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QuikTrip set for late January opening in St. Joseph

By Cameron Montemayor With construction well underway at the Frederick Avenue location for St. Joseph’s first QuikTrip, the popular store’s anticipated opening date is slowly coming into focus. A QuikTrip official confirmed that the 5,300-square-foot store is expected to open in late January 2025, narrowing down a previous time frame eyed for early next year.

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Albaugh gives back, dedicates mural to St. Joseph

By Jenna Wilson Albaugh LLC hosted its 45th Anniversary and Sky Bridge Dedication Ceremony to celebrate the success of the company and the newly added mural overlooking the expressway. Owner Dennis Albaugh founded the private company in 1979 and purchased the St. Joseph property in 1992. It has since become the largest American-based manufacturer and

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New candle shop introduces Downtown to new scents

By Chris Fortune The smell of jasmine and lavender wafts through 1201 Frederick Ave. It’s owner Karyn Morrow’s White No. 3 candle burning on the counter at Clean Alchemy, which opened its doors Friday morning. “We’re a nontoxic home fragrance company, so things like phthalates and parabens, gross chemical compounds won’t be found in any

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New Mexican restaurant opens on the South Side

By Jazmine Knight Fans of Mexican food on the South Side can rejoice, as a new street taco spot is open for business on King Hill Avenue. Los Arcos Street Tacos, located at 6944 King Hill Ave., celebrated its grand opening Wednesday after seven months of preparation. Owner Maribel Sanchez said she’s excited to bring

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