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Saint Joseph
Wednesday, April 9th, 2025
Good morning, Saint Joseph. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Todd Cooper, owner of Twilight Gardens, used his sign on April Fools’ Day to honor longtime friend John Elliot from John's Quick Lube who passed away a few weeks ago—displaying the message 'Honoring John Today, Honk & Show the Quick Lube Guys Love.' Jonathan Elliot now runs John's Quick Lube at the Mitchell Ave and 22nd Street intersection. KQ2
- ➤ Today, community members are invited to the Crime Victim Memorial at Remington Nature Center—located in the southeast corner of the parking lot—where attendees can place a stone with a loved one's name as the event begins at 5:30 p.m. KQ2
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A St. Joseph man was charged with first-degree sodomy after a seven-year-old girl (the alleged victim) told police that her uncle, James D. Dennis, assaulted her in an outside shed (according to court documents) and he is set to appear in court today at 8:30 a.m. KQ2
- ➤ Melanie Myers pleaded guilty to first-degree robbery for her role in the November 10th killing of Dustin Allen Graham in St. Joseph and was sentenced to 15 years in prison by Buchanan County Circuit Judge Daniel Kellogg; co-defendant Brian Helm faces trial for second-degree murder later this month. St. Joseph Post
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The St. Joseph Museums will host its largest annual fundraiser, 'Rewind: A Time-Traveling Soiree to Lake Contrary,' on May 30 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the St. Joseph Country Club at 50 Ridgeland Road — the event will feature Lotus Club games, historical reenactors, a traditional Lotus Club menu, entertainment, and a virtual recreation of Lake Contrary Amusement Park while ticket prices are $100 and table sponsorships cost $750 to support museum educational outreach programs. KQ2
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, St. Joseph voters rejected the school district’s Proposition 2 with 6,081 votes against and 5,262 in favor—if passed, the plan would have built a new $150 million high school south of U.S. 36. With the measure failing, the district will keep Central and Lafayette as the town's two high schools. KQ2
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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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Spring Concert by the Chorale
Evening — First Presbyterian Church — Free entry — Celebrate spring with an enchanting evening of choral music.
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2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM — St Joseph Downtown Partnership — Free admission — Experience a stunning array of sculptures by national artists in Downtown St. Joseph during this annual art walk.
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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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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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Griffon Film Festival
6-10 p.m. — Trail Theatre — Open to the public — Celebrate creativity and cinematic artistry at the Griffon Film Festival.
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2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk
6:30-8 p.m. — St Joseph Downtown Partnership — Free entry — Experience a year-long exhibit showcasing stunning outdoor sculptures by national artists in Downtown St. Joseph.
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Apple Blossom Parade
9:30-10:00 a.m. — St Joseph Aquatic Park — Free entry — Experience the vibrant kickoff of the annual Apple Blossom Parade with a community-focused 5K run/walk.
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