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Thursday, March 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Saint Joseph. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 20th Annual St. Joseph Polar Plunge held on March 22 at the Aquatic Center parking lot raised $28,500 for Special Olympics Missouri with 56 men and women taking the plunge. Organizers continue online fundraising and aim to raise an additional $9,500. KQ2
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Goldberg Group Architects opened a new building at 210 Main Street—converted from a former cold storage and Nabisco facility—at a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce. The firm said the new space will help expand its operations and may spur further downtown renovations. KQ2
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Last weekend the Missouri Theater and the St. Joseph community chorus held a performance of Mozart's Requiem. Choristers from Benedictine College, led by conductor Timothy Tharaldson, will perform at the next symphony event on April 19. KQ2
- ➤ Country music singer Parker McCollum will perform at St. Joseph's Civic Arena on Thursday, October 9 in a fall event, and he will be joined by special guests Kameron Marlowe and Laci Kaye Booth—tickets will go on sale Friday at 10:00 a.m. following pre-sales that began Tuesday. KQ2
- ➤ Country music legend Randy Travis is set to bring his More Life Tour to the Missouri Theatre on Saturday, September 20, where he will perform with his touring band, his wife Mary Travis, and special guest vocalist James Dupre. Tickets cost between $45 and $75 and a VIP Meet + Greet including a cash bar and hors d'oeuvres will be offered one hour before the show. KQ2
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A study by St. Joseph and the Chamber of Commerce found the city lacks about 3,000 middle-class homes which may slow economic growth—chamber president Natalie Hawn said city officials will review a plan in an April work session that proposes infill housing, revitalization, and reuse of over 1,000 vacant buildings to help close the gap. St. Joseph Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three Missouri state representatives plan to propose House bills that will require school districts to offer free breakfast and lunch. The bills, now in committee, aim to help families in St. Joseph who live in food deserts and face stigma with government meal programs — a district board member said. KQ2
- ➤ On March 25, 2025, the SJSD Board of Education held a candidate forum where local residents asked questions ahead of the April 8 election for two board positions. Voters emphasized the need for careful spending—prioritizing students, teachers and community resources—and a forward-thinking plan to enhance school programs. KQ2
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The St. Joseph Police Department and Buchanan County Sheriff's Office held the 2025 Joint Citizen's Law Enforcement Academy which started Tuesday night with introductions from Chief Luster and Sheriff Puett—participants toured the facility and watched demos from canine handlers and detectives—classes run weekly until May 20. KQ2
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Micro Wrestling Live Event
8 PM – 1 AM — REC Center — Tickets available via UNATION — Experience the excitement of Micro Wrestling in St. Joseph.
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TNA Wrestling iMPACT! Event
Experience an electrifying night of professional wrestling featuring legends and rising stars at the St. Joseph Civic Arena.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk
6:30-8 p.m. — St Joseph Downtown Partnership — Free entry — Explore an eclectic mix of new sculptures from national artists at the 11th annual Sculpture Walk in Downtown St. Joseph.
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Let's Taco 'Bout Mental Health Taco Walk/5K
9-11 a.m. — Bode Ice Arena St. Joseph, MO — Entry fee details not specified — A fun run/walk promoting mental health awareness with a taco-themed twist.
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2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk
6:30-8 p.m. — St Joseph Downtown Partnership — Free entry — Discover an eclectic mix of stunning sculptures as creativity flourishes in Downtown St. Joseph.
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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!
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