Good morning, Saint Joseph.

Downtown St. Joseph hosted the 101st Apple Blossom Parade on Noyes Boulevard and Frederick Avenue (a celebration of local heritage) while hundreds gathered to watch.

The festive event honored veterans (with a red, white, and blue theme) and marked a historic tradition in the community.

The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce celebrated Small Business Week today by leading a member crawl and will hold an insurance workshop this evening to help small businesses learn key skills.

Chamber spokesperson Kristi Bailey said a two-day Virtual Summit starts today—featuring a social media strategy workshop—and seminars are scheduled on Wednesday and Thursday to support local businesses.

St. Joseph City Council held a work session today to start the 2026 budget process and hear an overview from the new city manager (Mike Schumacher), who detailed changes to eliminate fund transfers for clearer spending.

The next session is planned for (4:00 p.m.) to continue discussions on a sustainable growth strategy.

Spring has arrived in Saint Joseph and Friends of the Animal Shelter warned pet owners that ticks and fleas can spread diseases like Lyme and paralysis to their pets.

The shelter will hold low-cost rabies vaccination clinics today at Lindbergh Elementary School and later at Hosea Elementary School, with additional clinics on May 8th at Church of the Nazarene, May 13th at Skaith Elementary School, and May 15th at Mark Twain Elementary School from 6 to 8 p.m. with vaccines costing $5 or $10 for a combination shot.

Noah Cameron jerseys are now available at the St. Joseph Rally House in limited quantities, and powder blue versions can be ordered online—store manager Taylor Faucett said about 25 calls a day come in from eager fans.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Sporting KC Summer Soccer Camp

9-10:30 a.m. or 9 a.m.-12 p.m. — St. Joseph Youth Soccer Association — $99-$199 — An engaging youth soccer camp designed to enhance skills and confidence for players aged 5-14.

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