Good morning, Saint Joseph.

Missouri Western State University’s Small Business Development Center will host a free Small Business Summit on Thursday, May 7 at 7:45 a.m. in the Houlne Center for Convergent Technology at 4141 Mitchell Avenue, offering hands-on QuickBooks training and a live Q&A with local bankers.

Inspirations Academy of Savannah will stage its Peter Pan Jr production on May 9 at World of Life Church (3902 NE Riverside Rd in St. Joseph) with shows at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. featuring students from local communities.

MoWest Griffon Media students from Missouri Western State University won ten awards at a statewide media conference held in Springfield on April 11 (honored by the Missouri College Media Association and Missouri Broadcast Educators Association).

Their work spanned categories from hard news video to short film.

Students on the Superintendent's Student Advisory Council offered plans to ease next year's transition to a two-high school model, including a farewell event for retiring elementary schools in May and an open-house at all K-12 schools to welcome reassigned students.

Missouri Symphony Orchestra: Defying Gravity

7-11 p.m. — Missouri Theater — Not to be missed — MOSY’s season finale features a musical theatre extravaganza with Broadway veterans and beloved tunes.

2026 NCAA Division II Women’s Golf Central Regional

8 a.m. — St. Joseph Country Club — Free admission — Witness top collegiate women golf talent compete in an exciting regional tournament.

Pour Your Own Epoxy Workshop

6-8 p.m. — 1st Barrel Brewing — Registration required — Craft a unique epoxy project using premium hardwoods and stunning colors.

Michael Jr.'s Funny How Marriage Works Tour

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Missouri Theater — Ticket prices vary — A night of laughter exploring marriage, dating, and relationship inspiration.

Free Skin Cancer Screening

Our free event will be Sat., May 30th from 9am -12pm in our office at 1419 Village Dr. in St. Joseph, MO. . No appointment necessary.