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Saint Joseph
Tuesday, October 21st, 2025
Good morning, Saint Joseph. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of St. Joseph is hosting a Community Safety Fair on Saturday from 12-4 p.m. at College Hill Park at 12th and Henry Streets to help lower crime and clean up the neighborhood—city departments and local groups will offer free services like smoke detectors, dumpsters, and pet microchips. KQ2
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lindbergh Elementary School in St. Joseph introduced a vending machine that gives a golden token for a free book to students who achieved 95% attendance in September. School officials noted that over 300 books have already been distributed this year—boosting both attendance and reading interest. KQ2
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Missouri Department of Transportation announced ramp closures on I-229 in Saint Joseph for resurfacing; southbound ramps from 22nd Street to I-29 will close October 21st to 23rd and northbound ramps will close October 22nd and 23rd during daylight hours—closures are subject to weather delays. St. Joseph Post
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ St. Joseph Health Department signed a contract with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services to continue offering WIC services for fiscal year 2026. The program will provide nutrition support to pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children up to their fifth birthday based on income eligibility and nutritional risk. KQ2
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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.
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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.
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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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Halloween Party & Costume Contest
7 p.m. — Do It A’Ginn Event Hall — $15 entry or $25 per couple — Celebrate Halloween with a costume contest and enjoy snacks and BYOB fun.
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Sugarplum Festival
5-4 p.m. — Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art — Free entry — Celebrate the season with handcrafted goods, local delicacies, and unique gifts at this beloved holiday fair.
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Footloose: The Musical
7-9 PM — Central High School, St Joseph, MO — Tickets available — Experience the energetic journey of a young man fighting against the ban on dancing in a small town.
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Wine & Beer Walk
12-4 p.m. — Allied Arts Council — Tickets required — Sip, shop, and stroll through Downtown St. Joseph with tastings and entertainment from over 40 locations.
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Mamma Mania - ABBA Tribute
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Performing Arts Association — Cost not specified — Experience the high-energy tribute to ABBA with dazzling costumes and timeless hits from the 1970s.
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MIAA Volleyball Championship
12 PM – 8 PM — St. Joseph Civic Arena — Passes required — Come witness thrilling volleyball matches as teams compete for the MIAA championship title.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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