Good morning, Saint Joseph.

United Way of Greater St. Joseph invites community members to its Taste of United Way session, 'Understanding Autism and Opportunities for Support,' on Tuesday, April 22 at United Way with doors opening at 7:45 a.m. and the program beginning at 8:00 a.m. The session features a collaborative discussion with Samaritan Counseling Center, Inc. & United Cerebral Palsy and guests from Progressive Community Services sharing insight into autism support and available local resources, with registration required to attend.

Plans are underway to build a Marriott-operated TownePlace Suites hotel with 129 rooms on a 4.7-acre lot at 1401 North Woodbine Road—north of Stoney Creek Hotel, and the City Council will first read a bill on Monday proposing to accept $9,778 for future professional services related to the project.

The St. Joseph Christian Band have practiced hard and will perform at the Chicago Festival of Gold today at Orchestra Hall.

Band director Joe Voga said the group was chosen after a year of auditions to give students a chance to play before an international audience.

Buchanan County Sheriff Bill Puett said his department is developing an app that will send push notifications about scams + give residents educational tips to verify suspicious calls as scammers use artificial intelligence to target victims.

The City of St. Joseph is inviting residents to complete the 2025 City of St. Joseph Direction Finder Survey to help shape future city services.

City Manager Mike Schumacher said about 4,000 randomly selected residents will receive the survey by mail and urged everyone to complete it soon—answers will guide upcoming decisions.

During Monday's council meeting, councilmembers will vote on a resolution of intent to issue $60 million in development revenue bonds to fund the construction of two boutique hotels and a conference center on a seven point seven acre site that once housed the Ramada Inn, Americas Value Inn and Applebee’s. The project—a partnership between the city, Steven Craig and STJ Hotel Group—will include 249 hotel rooms, fitness centers, lobby bars and restaurants, pools and about 12,640 square feet of conference space.

Congressman Sam Graves announced he is accepting applications from North Missouri students for service academy nominations for the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, U.S. Military Academy, or U.S. Naval Academy.

Students may call Congressman Graves' Kansas City District Officer at (816) 792-3976 and must meet all criteria by the October 10th, 5:00 p.m. deadline.

Missouri House Budget Committee approved almost $4 billion in construction funding last Thursday, including 45 earmarked items for projects such as healthcare facilities, road improvements, and the Pony Express Museum in St. Joseph.

The construction budget—which increased spending by $76 million over the governor's request—will be debated in the full House Tuesday as reauthorized projects from the American Rescue Plan Act continue to shape investments.

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.

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.

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.

Spring Concert by the Chorale

Evening — First Presbyterian Church — Free entry — Celebrate spring with an enchanting evening of choral music.

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.

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!

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!

Griffon Film Festival

6-10 p.m. — Trail Theatre — Open to the public — Celebrate creativity and cinematic artistry at the Griffon Film Festival.

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.

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.

2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk

6:30-8 p.m. — St Joseph Downtown Partnership — Free entry — Experience a year-long outdoor gallery of stunning sculptures throughout Downtown St. Joseph.