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Good morning, Saint Joseph. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • St. Joseph, Mo., community mourns the loss of beloved figure Jim Connors, remembered for his diverse career and significant impact as a mentor and city council member.  KQ2
  • The YWCA, NAACP, and MWSU in St. Joseph, Mo. will host the 28th Annual Commitment to Eliminate Racism Breakfast on September 20, 2024, honoring social justice activist Kelsy Beshears.  KQ2

CRIME NEWS

  • Multiple shots were fired in a mid-day incident involving two cars, including a red SUV, on Fillmore Street in St. Joseph, with police finding 13 rounds but no injuries reported.  KQ2

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The St. Joseph, Mo. School District urges parents to ensure student fees are paid before the start of the 2024-25 academic year.  KQ2
  • The St. Joseph School District Board voted 4-3 to retain Toni Morrison's 'The Bluest Eye' in school libraries amidst challenges due to its sexually explicit content.  KQ2
  • St. Joseph police enhance enforcement on school zone and bus safety as the new academic year approaches.  News-Press NOW

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Missouri Department of Transportation will hold a public hearing on plans to replace the I-229 double decker bridge with a four-lane road, discussing alternatives and gathering public feedback.  St. Joseph Post

EVENTS

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  • 2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk Exhibition

    Experience a vibrant outdoor exhibition featuring diverse sculptures from national artists in Downtown St. Joseph, showcasing creativity and community engagement.

    Sun, 9/8/24

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  • 2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk in St. Joseph

    Experience an eclectic display of new sculptures in Downtown St. Joseph, showcasing the creativity of national sculptors as part of the 11th annual Allied Arts Council Sculpture Walk.

    Mon, 9/9/24

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  • Mexican Train Dominoes Game

    Experience a fun afternoon of Mexican Train Dominoes at the Joyce Raye Patterson 50+ Activity Center, an open group welcoming players every Tuesday.

    Tue, 9/10/24

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  • 2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk

    Experience an eclectic display of stunning sculptures by national artists showcased in Downtown St. Joseph throughout the year, featuring guided walks and public voting on your favorites.

    Wed, 9/11/24

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  • Weekly Spades Game at Joyce Raye Patterson 50+ Activity Center

    Experience a fun-filled afternoon playing spades every Thursday at the Joyce Raye Patterson 50+ Activity Center with friends and community members.

    Thu, 9/12/24

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  • 2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk in St. Joseph

    Experience the creativity and artistic expression of national sculptors showcased at the 11th annual Sculpture Walk in Downtown St. Joseph, featuring a variety of unique outdoor sculptures.

    Fri, 9/13/24

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