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Saint Joseph
Friday, December 5th, 2025
Good morning, Saint Joseph. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Tutu Trot will happen Saturday, Dec. 20 at Holiday Park (Krug Park) to raise funds for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Participants should park in the side lot by 4 to 4:15 p.m. for a 4:30 p.m. lineup and enjoy hot cocoa, festive tutus, Cherry Mash and a medal. KQ2
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Honey Baked Ham Company has chosen St. Joseph for a new franchise and plans to open before the 2026 holiday season — the company noted the city’s business-friendly climate and community support made it a top target, with a fallback to a 2027 holiday opening if needed. KQ2
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Carriage rides return for the holiday season with free rides on Saturday, Dec. 6 and Saturday, Dec. 20 from 4 to 7 p.m. in Downtown St. Joseph + hayrides will be offered on Saturday, Dec. 13 along a route starting at 624 Felix. St. Joseph Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cameron Public Library opened a new children’s space on Thursday in St. Joseph to give families a place for hands-on learning and relaxation. Director JoElen Pratt said the area meets a need for engaging activities and hints at more plans ahead for the library's 50th anniversary next April. KQ2
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ St. Joseph Transit announced that the Woodbine Transfer Center will temporarily move to 1501 Village Drive on Monday, Dec. 8 — riders should expect minor route adjustments while scheduled times remain unchanged as the agency prepares for necessary facility upgrades. St. Joseph Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rock Port Blue Jays and Worth County Tigers face off in an 8-man championship game today — pregame starts at 6 p.m. with kickoff at 7 p.m. at Spratt Memorial Stadium at Missouri Western State University. St. Joseph Post
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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