Good morning, Saint Joseph.

United Way of Greater St. Joseph will launch its annual campaign on Thursday, Sept.

3 at EmPowerU, 518 South 6th Street. Doors open at 7:30 a.m. for coffee and breakfast and the program begins at 8 a.m. with introductions for campaign co-chairs Mike Hurst and Royal 'RT' Turner.

Patee House Museum received a pair of traditional Chinese guardian lions (Fu Dogs) on Friday at its Japanese Tea House entrance.

Donated by Chuck and Kellie Hughes, the statues now protect the museum and honor centuries-old Chinese tradition.

MoWest welcomed 755 new students on Monday as fall classes began, marking the first enrollment increase in four years.

The incoming Class of 2030 includes 545 first-year and 210 transfer students, with 41% of first-years being first-generation (reflecting local community support).

Griefshare, a 13‐week support program for those coping with loss, begins Thursday at Brookdale Presbyterian Church with sessions at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Interested participants may enroll any time by contacting the church or visiting Griefshare.org.