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Good morning, Saint Joseph. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Residents on Westgate Drive honored the United States and its veterans by displaying 16 American flags on houses. Westgate Home Owners Association co-president John Mallon (a local leader) said two veteran residents straighten the flags daily (a daily tribute to service).  KQ2

CRIME NEWS

  • On Monday, former school board member Kenneth Reeder pleaded guilty to a peace disturbance charge from an incident in August 2024 after an officer stopped him at 12:42 a.m. near McArthur Drive and West Highland Avenue for an alleged weapons violation and DWI, and he received a $250 fine plus court costs.  KQ2
  • St. Joseph police investigated the suspicious death of a 43-year-old man found dead Sunday night around 8:30 in a garage on the 2100 block of 8th Street (his identity has not been released) and an autopsy remains pending.  St. Joseph Post

EDUCATION NEWS

  • St. Joseph School District reported that its operating fund reserve ratio—at 10.02%—fell short of the board policy target of 20% because federal funding was delayed and spending on certified staff and capital expenses went over budget. The assistant superintendent said revised figures including federal deposits will be available in October as administrators work to trim the budget in coming years.  KQ2

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • In St. Joseph, hot and humid conditions have led to the use of the term corn sweat, explained by KQ2 Meteorologist Vanessa Alonso—she noted that the term describes a unique weather phenomenon that may heighten heat risks for residents.  KQ2

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Buchanan County Western District Commissioner Ron Hook said debris along Route JJ and Contrary Creek has built up over the past year and is raising flooding concerns after heavy rain. He said MoDOT and the Department of Natural Resources will not allow burning or dynamite work—if needed, the county will help residents hire tree experts for safe removal.  KQ2

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

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  • Summer Sizzler 5k/10k/15k

    7-10 a.m. — Bode Ice Arena St. Joseph — Registration required — A fun summer race event perfect for the whole family with great swag and chip-timing.

    Sun, 8/3/25

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  • Firefighter Memorial 5K

    8-9 a.m. — St. Joseph Firefighter Memorial — Entry fee supports the Firefighter's Memorial — Participate in a 5K run/walk to honor local heroes and support the community.

    Sat, 8/16/25

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  • St. Joseph Area Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

    4-7 p.m. — Stoney Creek Hotel St. Joseph — Ticket information available in June — Celebrate local sports legends at the annual induction ceremony honoring outstanding athletes and contributors.

    Sun, 8/24/25

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