Friday, May 2nd, 2025

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Good morning, Saint Joseph. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Olympic gold medalist Leah Amico visited St. Joseph at the Civic Arena for the 14th annual Mayor's prayer breakfast during the National Day of Prayer and urged locals to lead with faith and perseverance. She shared lessons from her Team USA softball career — emphasizing that every voice counts. St. Joseph Post
- ➤ The YMCA of St. Joseph met its city funding goal for the aquatic center with over 230 pledges and will keep fundraising to build a modern facility. It will present project plans to the City Council (May 12) for further review. KQ2
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ St. Joseph Performing Arts Association will use 816 Live as its stage name for shows while keeping its official name to honor its history and attract more visitors — the new season starts in September with Randy Travis at the Missouri Theatre. St. Joseph Post
- ➤ The Performing Arts Association in Saint Joseph unveiled its 2025 to 2026 season lineup that features country music, Irish dancing, comedy, and artistic shows. Season tickets are now available and single tickets will go on sale on May 26 by calling the box office at (816) 279-1225. KQ2
- ➤ Museum Director Eric Fuson announced that the first ever Albrecht Kemper Museum of Art Golf Tournament will take place next week on Monday to raise funds for the museum. Golf entries cost $90 per player — $360 per team, and limited spaces and sponsorship opportunities remain available. St. Joseph Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Spire Damage Prevention Manager Alan Meyer said homeowners must call 8-1-1 before they dig this spring to have utility lines marked by law and keep a safe 24-inch distance—this free service helps protect both workers and the community. He urged everyone to use the service, no matter how small the project. St. Joseph Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ During Thursday night’s St. Joseph Sports Inc. honors event, high school seniors Emma Loehnig of Benton and Jacob Winkelbauer of Bishop LeBlond were named Female and Male Scholar-Athlete Award winners—additionally, Christian Anderson of Bishop LeBlond and Alexia McDaniel of St. Joseph Christian received the Community Engagement Award of Excellence. KQ2
- ➤ Benton High School baseball coach Johnny Coy was named St. Joseph Sports Inc.'s 2025 Coach of the Year on Wednesday night – he led his team to a Class 4 state runner-up finish in 2024. KQ2
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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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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.
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C.J. Newsom’s Classic Country & Comedy Show
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Scottish Rite Temple — Dinner menu available — Enjoy an entertaining mix of classic country music and comedy with acclaimed performances and laughter.
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We The Kingdom Unplugged
7:30-9 p.m. — Missouri Theater — Tickets from $28 — Experience an intimate concert with We The Kingdom, delivering heartfelt music and electrifying performances.
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Recreation Fair
11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Joyce Raye Patterson 50+ Activity Center — Free entry — Discover the fun recreational opportunities available for adults in St. Joseph and surrounding areas.
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Bluffwoods Renaissance Festival
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Castle Bridge Event Center — Tickets available — Experience live entertainment and artisanal crafts in a family-friendly atmosphere.
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