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Saint Joseph
Friday, January 31st, 2025
Good morning, Saint Joseph. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of January.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ In St. Joseph, MO, a driver incurred minor injuries following a triple rollover crash but refused on-scene treatment. KQ2
- ➤ 75-year-old David Clevenger was identified as the victim in a St. Joseph house fire, with no suspicious circumstances found in the investigation. St. Joseph Post
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Carissa Myrick, a survivor of sexual abuse by former youth group volunteer Timothy Brown, publicly shared her story for the first time, emphasizing the importance of survivors speaking out and her journey towards healing. KQ2
- ➤ A man from Savannah, Missouri, has been charged with second-degree sexual trafficking of a child after law enforcement found sexually-charged conversations between him and a minor on Snapchat. KQ2
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Wilkerson Crane acquires Ideal Crane to expand its market reach and enhance service offerings, according to company statements. St. Joseph Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The St. Joseph School Board seeks voter approval for a $157 million bond to build two new high schools and adjust local school structure, with a proposed debt service levy increase. St. Joseph Post
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ St. Joseph city officials and the Department of Natural Resources are addressing landfill capacity challenges by requesting a 30% reduction in trash tonnage from haulers. KQ2
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Missouri lawmakers seek clarity on Gov. Mike Kehoe's education proposals, including calls for a revamped funding formula and increased support for public education. St. Joseph Post
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Maternity Closet
Maternity Closet - FREE clothing giveaway on February 6 from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. and February 7 from 9:00 a.m. - Noon at Pregnancy Resource Center. Appointment required for pregnant women. Call at (816) 387-8090.
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Maternity Closet
Maternity Closet - FREE clothing giveaway on February 6 from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. and February 7 from 9:00 a.m. - Noon at Pregnancy Resource Center. Appointment required for pregnant women. Call at (816) 387-8090.
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2025 St. Joseph Polar Plunge
A unique event where participants brave the cold waters to support local Special Olympics Missouri athletes, featuring music and costumes.
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2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk in St. Joseph, MO
The 11th annual Sculpture Walk in Downtown St. Joseph features a diverse array of sculptures from national artists, providing a year-long outdoor art exhibit inviting community interaction and appreciation.
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2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk in St. Joseph
The 11th annual Allied Arts Council Sculpture Walk features an eclectic mix of new outdoor sculptures by national artists displayed in Downtown St. Joseph.
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~ Winston Churchill
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