Tuesday marked the first day candidates could pick up petitions for the St. Joseph, Missouri, mayoral, council, and judicial races, with incumbent Mayor John Josendale immediately declaring his intent to seek another term. Josendale highlighted his administration’s achievements in business expansion and community projects but acknowledged frustrations with the pace of government. He aims to…
The Missouri Department of Conservation and the National Deer Association are co-hosting a free webinar tonight, September 9th, about using prescribed fire as a tool for deer habitat management. The online event is designed for landowners and managers and will feature a presentation from a deer outreach specialist. Following the presentation, experts from both organizations…
The St. Joseph School District is moving forward with a plan to consolidate into a two-high-school system, with the board signaling its preference for options that would keep Benton/Hyde and Central High School open. This decision, driven by the district’s financial situation, would result in Lafayette High School being converted into a middle school. Following…
The Savannah Aquatic Center has permanently closed after hosting a final “Splash Bash” for Andrew County residents to share memories of the beloved community hub. While saddened by the loss of an affordable and safe summer activity, hope remains as a local group, the Andrew County Aquatics Initiative, is spearheading efforts to build a new…
Despite public concern over a lack of visible activity, officials confirm that renovations at Krug Park are actively underway with crucial, unseen infrastructure work. The project has experienced some delays due to necessary electrical upgrades and the discovery of a federally protected, endangered bat species that requires careful management. While holiday light preparations are expected…
The Maryville Public Library’s used book sale is taking place in the basement starting today and continuing through the weekend, with a “$5 per bag” special on Saturday. On Monday, all remaining books from the sale will be free. Additionally, the library will host two Storytime sessions on Tuesday for children ages birth to five…
Missouri Western State University held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday to celebrate the complete renovation of the first floor of its Hearnes Library. University officials highlighted that the project is the first significant modernization of the space since the late 1960s, designed to meet the educational needs of 21st-century students. The updated floor features versatile spaces…
After swearing in new member Erin Allen, the Maryville City Council approved the city’s annual property tax levy rates for its general, library, parks, and debt retirement funds. The council also authorized several key initiatives, including a cost-sharing plan with Northwest Missouri State for pedestrian safety improvements and a new design for a pergola in…
The St. Joseph organization Latinos Connect is moving its annual public Hispanic Heritage Month celebration to a private dinner this year due to what its founder describes as pervasive fear in the community. The decision stems from concerns over unjust profiling and cuts to multilingual services, creating an environment where people feel unsafe gathering publicly,…
Maryville High School alum Jalen Sundell has officially been named the starting center for the NFL’s Seattle Seahawks. The former North Dakota State national champion, who signed with the team as an undrafted free agent last fall, will make his first career start this Sunday, September 7th. He and the Seahawks will kick off the…