The Greater Maryville Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a Scarecrow Hunt on November 29th to encourage shopping on Small Business Saturday. Twelve participating Chamber member businesses will hide small scarecrows, and customers who find them are encouraged to take a selfie and post it to social media for a chance to win a $50 gift…
The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce is set to host a new Economic Development Summit featuring Dr. Chris Kuehl, Co-Founder of Armada Corporate Intelligence, as the keynote speaker. The event will take place on Wednesday, December 3, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Missouri Western State University’s Fulkerson Center. Registration includes lunch and is…
The First United Methodist Church in Maryville is inviting the community to a traditional Thanksgiving dinner this Wednesday, November 19, in the fellowship hall. Residents can dine in starting at 5:30 p.m., utilize drive-through pickup at the northwest door at 5:00 p.m., or arrange delivery for the elderly and disabled by calling 660-582-4821. A freewill…
Three adults were injured Saturday afternoon when a UTV crashed in Andrew County. The Missouri State Highway Patrol stated the vehicle went off the roadway and struck a culvert just north of Savannah. The driver and one passenger sustained serious injuries, while a third occupant received treatment for minor injuries. All three were transported to…
VikingFest returned to the Castle Bridge Event Center in St. Joseph, attracting fans of Norse mythology and providing a marketplace for local small businesses. The festival featured numerous merchants selling handmade goods, from specialty goat milk soaps to unique decorations. Vendors, including a tarot card reader, showcased their trades, highlighting the event as a vital…
The St. Joseph School District’s Finance Committee met Tuesday to brainstorm methods for boosting revenue and cutting costs. Key ideas included seeking sponsorships from local businesses, applying for more grants, and evaluating staffing efficiency across the district. The committee also reviewed federal funding trends and a hiring justification process, which requires departments to explain the…
Officials in Clinton County have extended a boil advisory for customers of Public Water Supply District Number Four until 8 p.m. on Monday, November 17th. The advisory, which follows a water main break near 228th Street, was extended because the repair area was larger than initially expected. While crews flush the mains, the water district…
The St. Joseph City Council has reviewed a bill to authorize a nearly $1.9 million project to relocate waste at the city landfill. The contract involves moving waste from an area known as “Trash Mountain,” which was used for temporary storage after another cell filled faster than expected. According to the Public Works Director, this…
The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce is publicly urging the school district’s Board of Education to implement its “Vision Forward” long-range plan. Chamber President Natalie Hawn spoke to the board, highlighting that declining enrollment and aging facilities necessitate action. Hawn emphasized that the district must adapt to remain efficient and competitive, warning that inaction could…
Terry Oglesby has been appointed as the new executive director of the Collegiate Officiating Consortium. He will also take on the role of coordinator of officials for the Big Ten and Mountain West Conferences. Oglesby will now manage the consortium’s day-to-day operations, servicing 63 Division I institutions, and oversee officiating development and assignments across several…