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Saint Joseph
Thursday, January 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Saint Joseph. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday at Civic Arena, over 80 Parks and Rec employees from Northwest Missouri tested their skills in a Maintenance Rodeo with tasks like forklift operation, trailer towing, and nail-hammering — one of three statewide contests to decide which parks department will earn the trophy. KQ2
- ➤ Former Pony Express Therapy Dogs executive director Bill Luce, a lifelong St. Joseph teacher who used storytelling plus therapy dogs to bring joy to local students and nursing home residents, passed away on Jan. 15. His legacy lives on in the community he always cherished. KQ2
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Barron Ryan, a world-renowned pianist, will perform a Valentine’s concert at Missouri Theatre on Saturday, Feb. 14 at 7:30 p.m., with a complimentary wine tasting (setting the stage for a romantic evening) planned for local date-night patrons. St. Joseph Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mid-Buchanan R-V Elementary Librarian Mary Kelly received the Northwest Region Elementary School Librarian of the Year award after more than a decade of inspiring students at Mid-Buchanan Elementary, with peer nominations reflecting her dedication. KQ2
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Great Northwest Day will be held Feb 3 & 4 in Jefferson City as regional leaders gather to discuss legislative priorities such as rural health care, child care, education, housing and tax reform; the event also includes panel discussions, a citizen award and a reception. St. Joseph Post
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Winter Renewal: A Wellness Retreat
10 AM – 4 PM — Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art — $125 — Experience a restorative day with yoga, meditation, and creative arts in a tranquil museum setting.
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Galentine's Paint & Sip
6-8 p.m. — The Den — Ticket required — Celebrate love and friendship with a fun paint project and a welcome drink.
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DiOzzy Concert
6:30-10 p.m. — Good Times Event Center — All ages welcome — Experience the debut of DiOzzy, Kansas City's tribute to Black Sabbath.
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Barron Ryan: Songs for Lovers
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Missouri Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical Valentine's evening with wine tasting and captivating piano music.
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Mardi Gras Celebration
9 PM - 1 AM — Do It A'Ginn Event Center — $10 — Celebrate Mardi Gras with New Orleans cuisine and lively DJ music and karaoke.
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Evening of Jazz with New York Voices
7-9 p.m. — Missouri Theater — Affordable entry — Experience the nationally acclaimed vocal jazz group, New York Voices, live and in person.
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