Good morning, Saint Joseph.

Rolling Hills Library celebrated a major construction milestone this week when the final steel beam—salvaged from the old North Belt Library branch—was placed in the framework of the new Riverside Library branch with nearly 300 community members signing it.

Construction began in January and crews will soon work to enclose the building ahead of its spring opening.

Late Saturday evening, police investigated a shooting at the Randolph Street and St. Joseph Avenue intersection in north St. Joseph — a passenger vehicle fired at an SUV, leaving a woman with a foot wound before she was taken to the hospital.

St. Joseph Parks and Rec will launch its annual Parks Passport on June 1 to encourage residents to explore ten parks with hidden QR codes that track visits and award weekly prizes.

The program will spotlight lesser known parks and offer a grand prize drawing for anyone who visits all the parks—Parks Director Jeff Atkins said.

Ivan Klopfenstein, who has served with the St. Joseph Fire Department for 23 years (as a firefighter, first responder, and captain), was sworn in as the new fire chief at Tuesday night's City Council meeting.

Officials in St. Joseph are considering a Burns & McDonnell study that will raise sewer rates by 3% annually over the next two years—adding about $1.85 a month in 2025 and $0.94 in 2026 to the average $65.70 bill—to cover rising state and federal regulation costs.

Public Works Director Abe Forney said the changes are needed after a 4% increase last year.

Noah Cameron, in his fourth major league start, struggled with his command as he threw 92 pitches in 6 1/3 innings (improving his record to 2 to 1) and earned his first win when the Royals beat the Reds 3 to 2 Wednesday night at Kauffman Stadium.

The St. Joseph Mustangs took the field for Opening Day on Wednesday night at Phil Welch Stadium when gates opened at 5:15 p.m.—the defending MINK League Champions will face the KC Monarchs on Friday and begin league play against Nevada on Saturday at 7 p.m.

Mustangs baseball begins its 16th season today at Phil Welch Stadium as returning and new players take the field against the northeast Missouri Craze (their first opponent) while owner and general manager Ky Turner said the team is excited to enhance the fan experience with a new video board (gates open at 5:15 p.m., first pitch at 6:30 p.m.).

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

**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.

Mad Science Color Exploration

11-11:45 a.m. — Rolling Hills Library-Savannah Branch — Free entry — Discover the vibrant colors in our world through exciting science demonstrations.