A two-vehicle collision occurred Saturday evening at the intersection of 36th and Faraon Street in St. Joseph when one vehicle reportedly ran a red light. Both drivers sustained minor, non-life-threatening injuries and were transported to Mosaic hospital. This intersection is a known high-crash area, with the St. Joseph Police Department dedicating resources and utilizing a…
Two Missouri educators, Kimberly Duvall and Rebeka McIntosh, along with the Missouri National Education Association, are suing the state over House Bill 12, which allocates $51 million to private school vouchers. The lawsuit challenges the use of public funds for private schools that can deny admission to students for any reason, arguing that public money…
Mitch Mascari, a standout from Northwest Missouri State and Drake, is slated to play for the Phoenix Suns in the NBA Summer League. Mascari will participate in workouts this weekend before the Las Vegas Summer League officially begins on July 10 and runs until July 20. Last season, as a graduate student at Drake, Mascari…
As the Fourth of July approaches, local law enforcement in St. Joseph are reminding residents to prioritize safety when celebrating with fireworks. Authorities frequently see an increase in emergency room visits due to burns and other injuries from tipped-over mortar tubes, emphasizing that accidents can happen quickly. They stress the importance of using fireworks responsibly…
Maryville is embarking on Maryville Momentum 2045, a comprehensive plan to guide the city’s growth, investments, and community priorities over the next two decades. This initiative will focus on key areas such as housing, infrastructure, transportation, economic development, and social well-being, gathering community input through surveys and an interactive online map. The plan is crucial…
All Missouri State Highway Patrol driver examination stations will be closed on Friday, July 4th, in observance of Independence Day. Normal operations for these stations are set to resume on Monday, July 7th.
The St. Joseph School Board is bolstering student safety for the 2025-2026 school year by implementing significant updates to their Raptor System, an app designed to provide real-time alerts and information during emergencies like lockdowns and evacuations to students, staff, and emergency services. Additionally, the district will introduce Project Adam, establishing cardiac emergency response teams…
The City of Maryville is set to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Mozingo Lake Recreation Park with a two-day Independence Day celebration on Friday, July 4, and Saturday, July 5. The festivities kick off on July 4 with an All Day Hole-In-One Contest at the Sechrest 18 Golf Course. Saturday’s events are packed with family-friendly…
Looking for a new companion this Fourth of July? The St. Joseph Animal Shelter is holding a special adoption event from July 1 to July 3, offering reduced fees for dogs and cats. Dog adoption fees will be determined by a spin of a price wheel, ranging from $5 to $50, while cats and kittens…
The St. Joseph Visitors Bureau is set to host the Kansas City Chiefs Training Camp for its 15th year, from July 22nd to August 13th, 2025, at Missouri Western State University. This continued partnership is attributed to St. Joe’s tradition, location, and facilities, with the Visitors Bureau encouraging attendees to also explore local attractions. The…