St. Joseph Transit is relocating its eastside transfer station from the Hy-Vee parking lot to the new Woodbine Transfer Center, effective November 3. The new center is situated in the parking lot east of the East Hills Library, along Woodbine Road. The new location includes bus shelters, and service to Hy-Vee will continue to be…
Highland Community College volleyball coach Andrea Keller recently achieved her 200th career coaching victory, a milestone celebrated by her team and the community. Keller, a Highland native and alumna, is in her second stint leading the Scotties and has fostered a culture of high expectations and family-first values that her athletes praise. The team, now…
The United Way of Greater St. Joseph has compiled a list of Warming Centers and Emergency Shelters to assist residents as colder temperatures arrive. Several library locations in St. Joseph and Savannah, along with the Salvation Army, are designated warming centers with various operating hours. Emergency shelters available include Community Missions My Brother’s House, the…
Maryville Mayor Dannen Merrill has congratulated Ruth Macias as the recipient of the city’s October Beautification Award. Macias, a resident of Merrill Avenue since 1993, was recognized for the exceptional care of her yard and home. Officials noted her property reflects community pride, and this concludes the beautification awards for 2025.
Second Harvest Community Food Bank is preparing for its 15th annual Turkey Day, providing Thanksgiving meals to families across the region. Registration opens on November 6th and will serve 700 households on a first-come, first-served basis, with recipients getting a turkey and side dishes. Those interested must register in-person with an ID between 9 AM…
St. Joseph police are investigating an October 21st hit-and-run near Frederick Avenue and 22nd Street. Authorities report a light-colored SUV hit another vehicle around 8 a.m. after leaving the City Star parking lot and then continued westbound without stopping. The SJPD Traffic Unit is asking anyone who witnessed the incident to contact the Traffic Office…
This week marks National School Bus Safety Week, focusing on the well-being of the millions of students who ride buses daily. Law enforcement and bus officials remind drivers to be alert, watch for amber warning lights, and always stop when a bus’s red lights are flashing and its stop sign is out. Parents are also…
A Missouri Lottery player in Buchanan County has claimed a $167,000 Show Me Cash prize. The winning ticket was purchased at a Hy-Vee Gas in St. Joseph and matched all five numbers for the September 30th drawing. This win marks the 31st Show Me Cash jackpot awarded in the state this year, with total prizes…
The St. Joseph Health Department will continue offering WIC services through fiscal year 2026 after signing a contract continuance with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. WIC, which stands for Women, Infants, and Children, is a supplemental nutrition program. It provides services to pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children up to age…
The Skidmore City Council has approved a new water ordinance that creates an annual review process for rates, while tabling a similar ordinance for the sewer system. Proposed increases to both water and sewer rates were not approved and will be considered at the November meeting. Council members also decided to delay applying for a…