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Saint Joseph
Thursday, September 11th, 2025
Good morning, Saint Joseph. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Donut Dash returns to the streets of St. Joseph this October. The 3.82-mile timed race will begin at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 11 at Patee House Museum and finish at Gold-N-Glaze Donuts and Coffee Shop with preregistration at $35 until noon Sept. 26, $45 on race day and $15 for children 12 and under while proceeds benefit Mount Mora, Robidoux Row and Patee House. KQ2
- ➤ Tomorrow, Northwest Missouri State University will host a stair climb at Bearcat Stadium from 6 to 8 p.m.—displaying tributes through a news ceremony on the scoreboard and tolling bells—while Missouri Western State University holds a similar climb at Spratt Stadium, beginning with check-in at 8 a.m. and a start at 8:46 a.m., with participants carrying a photo of a victim to honor the lives lost on 9/11. St. Joseph Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Missouri Western State University’s nursing program was named the best nursing school in Missouri by Registerednursing.org—its small class sizes and 100% first-time pass rate on the NCLEX-RN exam helped earn the honor. The ranking will boost recruitment and highlight the program’s hands-on learning approach. St. Joseph Post
- ➤ The St. Joseph Public Library launched its second annual community reading program on Saturday—selecting Matt Haig's The Midnight Library as this year’s featured novel. The program will offer book discussions, yoga sessions, and other events while most of the 300 printed copies have been distributed and digital options are available. KQ2
- ➤ Cotillion for Achievement, now in its 39th year, is accepting scholarship applications from high school seniors at local schools. Applications due October 17th at 5 p.m. will be scored on academic and extracurricular records—finalists will receive a $1,000 scholarship and attend leadership seminars in January. St. Joseph Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents Roger and Carleen Combs report a sinkhole growing behind their home after months of heavy rain and say they have repeatedly called the City of St. Joseph for repairs. The couple remains frustrated as they worry that the gap, which is near a power box, may soon cause a power outage—city officials have yet to provide a clear repair plan. KQ2
- ➤ Mayor John Josendale and councilmembers Madison Davis, Marty Novak, and Randy Schultz + newcomer Collin Clibon collected petitions at City Hall Tuesday and will file them between October 7 and October 28 as they begin their re-election campaigns for next year's municipal election. St. Joseph Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On the KQ2 Sports Podcast, Anthony Crane interviews MoWest assistant coach—Outside Linebackers/Special Teams coordinator—Colin McQuillan, a Wathena native with almost 15 years of coaching experience. The discussion offers insights into his background and his approach to the game. KQ2
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Missouri S&T Miners vs Missouri Western Griffons Football Match
6:00 PM — Spratt Memorial Stadium — Tickets starting at $72 — Catch an exciting football clash between the Griffons and the Miners at Spratt Memorial Stadium.
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Toddler Time at the Library
9:15-9:45 a.m. — St Joseph Public Library, Downtown Library — Free entry — Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts designed for toddlers aged 1-3 years.
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St. Joseph Marathon
7 AM – 1 PM — Civic Center Park — Registration required — Experience the scenic full, half, 10K, and 5K marathon routes through St. Joseph, showcasing landmarks and community spirit.
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PumpkinFest 2025
5 PM – 5 PM — Pony Express National Museum — Free entry — Celebrate autumn with live entertainment, carnival rides, and the spectacular lighting of the Great Pumpkin Mountain.
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St. Joseph Women’s Expo
10 AM – 4 PM — St. Joseph Civic Arena — $5 – $7 — Explore wellness, DIY projects, and a keynote on stress while enjoying shopping and furry friends.
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Books, Beers, & Boos
5-7 p.m. — St. Joseph Public Library, Downtown Library — $50 — Enjoy an evening of spooky fun with books, beer, and a festive atmosphere after hours.
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Donut Dash 2025
8-10 a.m. — Patee House Museum — $35 adults, $15 kids 12 and under — Celebrate the 10th anniversary with a timed 5K+ featuring delicious Gold-N-Glaze donuts.
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