Good morning, Saint Joseph.

The YWCA hosted its annual 'Hear My Voice' event in St. Joseph this week to honor domestic violence survivors and offer a space for sharing personal experiences and art — the ceremony also presented the Mary Jolly Award to Sergeant Tami Parson and Natalie Maupin for their community efforts.

A winning Show Me Cash lottery ticket was sold at Hy-Vee Gas station in St. Joseph+ Missouri Lottery officials confirmed its value at $167,000.

The Performing Arts Association announced an inaugural Downtown Wreath Parade where community members can design free holiday wreaths from October 1 through December 1 — the event will include drop-offs, voting, and winning season tickets while raising funds to support local performing arts.

Following a 40-minute lockdown at Benton High and Hyde Elementary on Sept.

25, the district said an anonymous, angry call led to the decision to secure the schools for safety. Dr. Shannon Nolte explained that the resource officer and principal coordinated the response— and the district will use the debrief to improve its future drills.

MoWest President Dr. Elizabeth Kennedy recalled meeting former Missouri Western State University president Dr. Marvin Looney on July 21—an unexpected encounter that deeply influenced her view on the school's mission.

Dr. Looney passed away at age 97 on Sept. 29 and was honored during homecoming week as his legacy continues to guide the institution.

The St. Joseph Sports Commission reported the marathon set a new record with 635 registrants — including 100 marathoners, 210 half marathoners, over 150 10kers, roughly 150 5kers and virtual participants — with runners from 20 states and two countries and seven Boston qualifiers, including overall winner William Henry who finished in 2:45. Director Brett Esely said plans are underway to boost future participation above 1,000 by partnering with another race for joint marketing incentives.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Nightmare Before Geekmas

7-10 p.m. — Club Geek — Cost info not specified — Sing along with The Nightmare Before Christmas at this fun annual screening event.

Soaring with Kindness Skydiving Fundraiser

1-5 p.m. — Noyes Home For Children — Raise at least $500 to jump — A thrilling skydiving event benefiting children’s services in St. Joseph.

Witches Tea

12-5 p.m. — Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art — $40 — Enjoy a magical and mysterious Halloween tradition with tea and enchanting experiences.

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