Good morning, Saint Joseph.

On Monday, a multi-vehicle crash on MO 6 three miles east of St Joseph killed a 49 year old woman from Clarksdale when her Lincoln crossed the center line and struck vehicles driven by locals—passengers received treatment for minor and moderate injuries.

A new store named '$10 Shoes N' Boots' opened on the south side to offer brand new discount shoes for families facing high living costs.

The family-run business at 6948 King Hill Ave is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. — owner Laura Munsell said the effort is meant to ease the cost of basic needs.

David Lau, the Central activities director, settled his Florida case by having his resisting arrest charge dropped and accepting a second-degree misdemeanor for breaching the peace with six months probation - a security video shows he turned around and made contact with a deputy outside an entertainment area nearly a year after his arrest.

Local farmer Reid Atha of Atha Brothers AG faces rising fertilizer costs from tariff increases and a moderate drought that leads to replanting issues—he remains hopeful that these challenges will cause short-term loss for a long-term gain.

St. Joseph is boosting workforce development with new programs at the Houlne Center for Convergent Technology + expansion projects at Hillyard Technical Center and UMKC schools.

Mayor John Josendale said these efforts aim to train local residents in diverse fields and help keep talent working in the community.

Blake Templeton became the newest honorary officer for the Saint Joseph Police Department after completing the Joint Citizen's Law Enforcement Academy.

Born with cerebral palsy, he achieved his lifelong dream to serve and was awarded an honorary badge plus his recent graduation from Mid-Buchanan was also celebrated by his family and fellow officers.

Corby Pond is getting new restrooms, a picnic shelter, and a pedestrian crosswalk after delays from a shortage of roofing material that kept the restroom building unfinished as planned in April—officials said work today may show that the needed material is arriving.

The project began in fall 2024 and is still underway.

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.

**FREE** Skin Cancer Screening

Stop by and get your free skin check. No appointment necessary. 9am-12pm

Swarm Chasers Gathering

6-8 p.m. — MO Dept. of Conservation — Free entry — Connect with fellow nature enthusiasts in exploring local wildlife and conservation efforts.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Ignite 5K

9 a.m. — 2500 Southwest Pkwy, St Joseph, MO — Registration starts at 7:30 a.m. — Lace up for a community-friendly 5K run supporting mentorship programs.