Good morning, Saint Joseph.

The YMCA has less than two months to raise $15 million needed to build its Community Aquatic Center in St. Joseph using naming rights and draft renderings to guide its plan (details from a recent update).

A motorcycle crashed at North Belt Highway and Beck Road Thursday afternoon near the Victory GMC dealership — police said the motorcyclist was seriously injured at the scene, taken to the hospital and later died.

A 25-year-old man named Richard D.

Henry was killed when a vehicle struck him while he crossed North Belt Highway near Karnes Road Wednesday night, and police said the incident appears accidental with the investigation ongoing.

St. Joseph will soon get a new manufacturing facility at 2202 Alabama Street in Stockyards Industrial Park where Nortian Foodtech LLC, a Brazilian firm that turns meat by-products into collagen, expects to create over 100 jobs and begin operations by year end + local leaders say the expansion will boost the economy.

The St. Joseph Public Library invites teens (ages 12-18) to learn about Greek myths and create crafts during Mythological Makes Week.

The event takes place each day of spring break at the Downtown Library at 2 p.m. with registration required.

Missouri Western State University will work with UMKC to build a dental clinic on campus in St. Joseph—this $12 million renovation project will serve community members, employees and students while helping graduates remain in rural areas.

President Kennedy said funding is key and stressed the program will expand local healthcare services.

Missouri Department of Agriculture Director Chris Chinn will visit St. Joseph on Wednesday to attend the Chamber of Commerce agri-business meeting.

2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk

The 11th annual Allied Arts Council Sculpture Walk showcases an eclectic mix of new outdoor sculptures in Downtown St. Joseph, featuring works from national artists and inviting community participation in voting for favorites.

2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk

An annual outdoor exhibit featuring diverse sculptures by artists from across North America, displayed in Downtown St. Joseph, Missouri.

Time to Paddy - St. Joseph St. Patrick's Day Run

This annual St. Patrick-themed run features a 5k, 10k, and a half marathon, offering a fun family-friendly atmosphere with race swag and community participation.

Micro Wrestling Live Event

8 PM – 1 AM — REC Center — Tickets available via UNATION — Experience the excitement of Micro Wrestling in St. Joseph.

TNA Wrestling iMPACT! Event

Experience an electrifying night of professional wrestling featuring legends and rising stars at the St. Joseph Civic Arena.

2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk

6:30-8 p.m. | St Joseph Downtown Partnership | Free entry | Experience a vibrant display of new sculptures by national artists in Downtown St. Joseph.

Trivia Night for Patee House

6-8 p.m. — Geneo's Pizza and Pub — Entry fee unknown — Compete solo or with a team for prizes at this fun trivia event benefiting Patee House Museum.

2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk

6:30-8:00 p.m. — St Joseph Downtown Partnership — Free entry — Experience an eclectic mix of stunning new sculptures from national artists in Downtown St. Joseph.

Sammy Vs Dave: A Tribute to Van Halen

8-11 p.m. — Time Out Event Center — Drinks available for purchase — Rock out to classics from both eras of Van Halen with special guest K-Audic opening the show.

Annual Run/Walk for the Paws 5K

9-11 a.m. — Bode Ice Arena St. Joseph, MO — $30 registration fee ($35 after March 26th) — Enjoy a fun run to support local animal welfare.

Annual Open House (Ameliore Medispa & Laser)

Join us from 4-7pm for our annual open house. Grab a friend and come indulge in delicious appetizers, wine, and our best prices of the year! And you won't want to miss out on the extraordinary prize drawings!