Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of August.
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🏘️ Community
United Way will host its annual Stuff the Bus event on Friday, Aug.
7 and Saturday, Aug. 8 at both Walmart locations in Saint Joseph where volunteers will collect school supplies from 8 AM to 7 PM on Friday and 8 AM to 5:30 PM on Saturday, coinciding with the tax free holiday. This program supports local children in need.
🎭 Culture
John Foster, the American Idol runner-up (2025), is set to play at the Missouri Theatre Saturday, Aug.
8 in Saint Joseph. The ticket office reports limited seats remain amid near capacity with the event presented by 816LIVE as part of the Performing Arts Association of Saint Joseph.
The St. Joseph Allied Arts Council celebrated its Annual Meeting and 35th Mayor’s Awards for the Arts today at the Albrecht Kemper Museum of Art.
The ceremony honored local artists, educators, volunteers, and community leaders, featuring live performances from Robidoux Resident Theatre + inspiring recognition for creative contributions.
📰 Economy
Missouri’s annual Back to School Tax Holiday runs Friday through Sunday, letting shoppers avoid paying sales tax on school items such as clothing, computers, and supplies.
Purchases must meet limits (clothing $100 or less, computers not over $1,500, with select supplies subject to maximum prices).
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