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Wednesday, August 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Saint Joseph. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Salvation Army staff and volunteers packed backpacks with donated school supplies on Tuesday to help kids in need and will distribute them on Thursday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. & 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Anyone picking up a backpack must show proof of Buchanan County residency along with the required IDs. KQ2
- ➤ MSHP Troop H reported a strong turnout at National Night Out in St. Joseph and Cameron where officers met community members to build relationships and trust—thanking everyone for coming out. St. Joseph Post
- ➤ Community Recreation & Resocialization is planning a Twilight Prom for individuals with special needs to help them socialize and have fun. The event will be held at Knights of Columbus on Aug. 23 at 1205 N 49th Terrace—staff said the prom will offer dancing, treats, and chances to meet new friends. KQ2
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nathan Pare came out of retirement in Kansas City and joined St. Joseph as the new planning and community development director. He started on July 23 and is already working through projects—such as demolishing buildings, processing permits, cleaning properties, and towing cars from lots—to improve the city's operations. KQ2
- ➤ At Monday's meeting, the city council approved a purchase order with McConnell and Associates to build eight new pickleball courts at Corby Grove—replacing the old tennis courts on 22nd street. Parks Director Jeff Atkins said the project will add LED sports lighting, shade structures and a drinking fountain and will be finished next spring for $796,091. KQ2
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph now offers PLUVICTO—an IV infusion for stage four prostate cancer that targets cancer cells and spares healthy organs. The infusion is administered every six weeks as a new treatment option. KQ2
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Chiefs CEO Clark Hunt said that St. Joseph's training camp—now in its 15th year—has provided outstanding facilities and renovated dorms that benefit both the team and local fans. The Chiefs and Missouri Western have agreed to hold training camp here for six more years as fan interactions during practice boost team intensity. St. Joseph Post
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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.
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