Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of December.
Good morning, Saint Joseph.
🏘️ Community
After a fire on June 22 melted the frame and closed the building that was a long-time community landmark, crews demolished the old B and J Skate Center Tuesday afternoon at 6421 N.
Belt Highway. B and J said it will redevelop the site—future plans will be shared soon—and donated funds from free Sunday skating sessions to support outings at Noyes Home for Children.
A local women's group, Beauty From Ashes, has opened a donation drive to collect winter hats, gloves, scarves, socks and ear muffs to help local residents stay warm.
Donation boxes are now at Ace Hardware, Dollar General, Hy-Vee, Samson's Thrift Store, the Belt Center — and both North and South Belt Walmart stores.
On Tuesday, local organizations participated in Giving Tuesday to support families facing high food costs, with Second Harvest Community Food Bank—where each donated dollar provided up to six meals—joining efforts alongside partners like the St. Joseph YMCA and Salvation Army.
The event marked the start of the holiday season as community members offered their time, money and talents to help those in need.
🎓 Education
A petition in St. Joseph aims to trigger a state audit of the school district if it gathers at least 2,972 voter signatures.
State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick said he will review the district’s budget and planned staff cuts amid concerns over low fund balances and a drop in enrollment.
🏛️ Government
The City of St. Joseph announced that contractors working for Missouri American Water will inspect over 16,000 homes and businesses for lead service lines as part of a federally required program.
Workers will knock on doors from Monday through Saturday during daytime hours — leaving a door hanger if no one answers — and then schedule free lead line replacements if needed.
🏈 Sports
Professional boxer — Katelyn Radtka — is asking the community for $100 donations to help fund her next fight after her debut loss at Showdown N Joetown.
Owner Byron Polly said her upcoming bout at Carriage Club in Kansas City will be fought for free, so community help is needed to keep her career moving forward.
🎉 Saint Joseph Events
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Shane & Shane Christmas Tour
7 p.m. — Missouri Theater — Celebrate the season with beautiful Christmas hymns and songs led by Shane & Shane with Grayson Kessenich.
Christmas In Killarney
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Missouri Theater — Cost info unavailable — Enjoy an evening of Irish traditions and festive Christmas songs with vibrant Irish dance performances.
Holiday Homes Tour
10 AM – 4 PM — 1100 Charles St, St Joseph, MO — Ticket purchase required — Explore beautifully decorated holiday homes in the heart of St. Joseph.
Lafayette Varsity Basketball vs. Mid-Buchanan
6-7:15 p.m. — Lafayette High School — Entry fee may apply — Catch the high-energy basketball action as Lafayette faces off against Mid-Buchanan in this thrilling home game.
2025 Holiday Tutu Trot
4:30-5:55 p.m. — Krug Park — Free entry — Have fun walking or running under beautiful holiday lights in a festive atmosphere.
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