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Saint Joseph
Sunday, August 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Saint Joseph. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A motorcycle club held a bike rally at St. Joe Harley Davidson on Saturday to raise funds for young Charlie who was born with congenital diaphragmatic hernia and recently received a tracheostomy after treatment at Children’s Mercy. Russ Jumps, president of the Booze Fighters and an extended family member, organized the event that raised about $4,000 to help with care costs. KQ2
- ➤ East Hills Shopping Center in St. Joseph hosted its annual Back-to-School, End of Summer Party today with free carousel rides, a scavenger hunt, and a dance party theme that entertained around 300 families (while parents shopped tax-free). Mall managers said the event was meant to offer a fun, free experience rather than a fundraiser. KQ2
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The St. Joseph Fire Department fought a structure fire on Saturday, August 2 after A-shift crews from Engine 12—Engine 9—Engine 4—Truck 7—Rescue 1—Rescue 10—and Battalion 23 responded and rescued one person while the cause remains unknown. KQ2
- ➤ On Saturday, August 2 at 8:45 p.m., a 1997 Blue Mercury Grand Marquis collided with a 2011 Red Ford Fiesta near 18th and Grand causing minor injuries and both drivers were taken to Mosaic Life Care—road clearance was completed by 9:25 p.m. KQ2
- ➤ A 49-year-old driver and three teen passengers were taken to Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph after a Hyundai left Interstate 29, swerved into a wooded area due to a medical emergency just before 7:30 p.m. Friday in Holt County—officials confirmed all were properly restrained. St. Joseph Post
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ St. Patrick’s Fiesta entered its second day in St. Joseph today — celebrating Latin-American culture with live music, horseback riding, cultural performances, and international foods. The festival began nearly a century ago as a fundraiser for a local parish and will begin planning next year’s celebration next week. KQ2
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics showed that all metro areas in Missouri experienced higher unemployment in June and St. Joseph’s rate rose to 4.5% from 4% in May—up from 4.2% a year ago. The statewide rate increased to 4.4% from 3.9% in May. St. Joseph Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Chiefs practiced in Saint Joseph as head coach Andy Reid and special teams coordinator Dave Toub led detailed walkthroughs for the upcoming preseason game against the Cardinals. Wide receiver Rashee Rice returned at full strength after his last season's injury—while he awaits league punishment for an offseason crash—and several players missed today's practice because of injuries. St. Joseph Post
- ➤ St. Joseph's Civic Arena will host the third annual Bill Snyder Classic on December 7, where the Kansas State Wildcats will play Ole Miss in a contest expected to draw national attention. The game—set to tip off at 2 p.m. on Sunday—is anticipated to attract a large crowd as both teams reached the Sweet 16 last season. St. Joseph Post
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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.
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Bill Snyder Woman of Impact Award Ceremony
5-7 p.m. — Stoney Creek Hotel St. Joseph — $25 — Celebrate the achievements of Ali Perry and fellow inductees at the St. Joseph Area Sports Hall of Fame ceremony.
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2025 Inaugural Pony Express Girls State High School Volleyball Preview Tournament
2:30-8:45 p.m. — St. Joseph Civic Arena — Ticket info pending — Witness exciting high school volleyball action from 16 teams as they gear up for the season.
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~ Franklin D. Roosevelt
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