Good morning, Saint Joseph.

St. Joseph Animal Shelter is facing a shortage of dog and cat food due to tough economic times— the shelter specifically needs dry dog food in brands like Purina One, Purina Pro Plan, and Diamond Naturals and accepts any wet food for cats, with donations taken Tuesday through Sunday from 1 PM to 5:30 PM or dropped off after notifying staff. Donations can also be shipped to 701 SW Lower Lake Road to support animal care.

Amanda Wright faced tough challenges after her first liver transplant in 2017 and a second transplant in 2020, crediting transplant professionals for giving her a second chance.

She now urges residents to join the organ donor registry—saying each donor can save up to eight lives.

Starting in the 2025-26 school year, Missouri Western Athletics will oversee the Athletic Bands with Adrian Lowry as the new leader.

The program will form multiple ensembles to perform at Griffon home games except Tennis and Golf—inviting current students, alumni and local musicians to join.

Over the weekend, cheerleaders from St. Joseph Central High, Lathrop, and Savannah competed at the Missouri Cheerleading Coaches Association State Championships.

Central finished second in the 5A SMALL division, and Lathrop and Savannah also earned strong placements.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Turkey Trot 2025

9-11 a.m. — St. Jo Frontier Casino — Registration fees vary — Wobble before you gobble at this family-friendly 5K run/walk.