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Saint Joseph
Thursday, September 25th, 2025
Good morning, Saint Joseph. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ St. Joseph Museums will bring history to life during Voices of the Past at Mt. Mora Cemetery, with actors portraying famous entertainment figures at the Wyeth Tootle Mansion on October 2nd and 3rd at 6, 7, and 8 p.m. Jerrad Hardin will portray John Wilkes Booth—highlighting a local historical connection—while tickets cost $30 for general admission or $27 for museum and preservation members. St. Joseph Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At Rosecrans Memorial Airport, the 139th Airlift Wing hosted a career fair for high school and trade school students this week, offering both military and civilian career paths for National Guard service. Jake Gard (a junior at Nodaway Holt) said he learned how to use a tourniquet, and recruiters reported strong student engagement. KQ2
- ➤ St. Joseph School District officials said they will shift to a two-high school model because enrollment has dropped below 10,000, and they are reviewing both a Lafayette-Central model and a Benton-Central model that would use the Hyde Elementary building (Benton is the smallest facility). They will make a recommendation at the next work session and the October board meeting. St. Joseph Post
- ➤ The St. Joseph School District Foundation hosted its second annual Community Breakfast to honor community partners and student success—presenting the Beacon Award to Missouri Western State University President Dr. Elizabeth Kennedy and the Trailblazer Award to SJSD alum Kristie Arthur while announcing a $25,000 workforce-readiness grant to support the Hillyard Technical Center Apprenticeship Program. KQ2
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local officials explained that dead fish appeared in Krug Park Lagoon after an algae bloom reduced oxygen in the water — the Missouri Department of Conservation said that seasonal changes and cloudy weather caused the bloom and that shutting off the fountain for renovations did not create a chemical hazard. They added that the lagoon will naturally recover as the seasons change. KQ2
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Representative Shields ended her senate campaign because she must have cardiac surgery soon and her neurologist warned that running for office raises her stroke risk—she said her family must come first and she will continue serving in the House until the General Assembly meets in January. KQ2
- ➤ On Wednesday evening, the Persisterhood of St. Joseph held a meeting at the Rolling Hills Library upstairs via Zoom—discussing signs of fascism in politics and recruiting voters for the Respect Mo Voters petition that seeks to keep ballot measures unchanged. Dr. Nancy Zeliff and a co-facilitator led the session as the group responded to lawmakers overturning previous amendments. KQ2
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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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The Rumours Live
9 PM – 1 AM — D&G Pub and Grub Brew Haus — $20 — Enjoy a night of live music with The Barrage in a lively pub setting.
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East Hills Mall Event
7:30-9:30 p.m. — East Hills Mall — Varies by ticket type — Enjoy an exciting evening with multiple seating options including VIP and family packs.
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East Hills Mall Community Event
2-4 p.m. — East Hills Mall — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with family-friendly activities and special ticket offers.
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