Friday, December 6th, 2024

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Good morning, Saint Joseph. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Downtown branch of the St. Joseph Public Library and a local blood bank collaborated to host a Chiefs week blood drive to address an ongoing blood shortage. News-Press NOW
- ➤ St. Joseph residents can enjoy holiday activities reminiscent of their youth this weekend. News-Press NOW
- ➤ A GoFundMe has been created to support the funeral expenses of Jason Goldesberry, who died in a hit-and-run accident in St. Joseph, leaving behind a fiancé and five children. KQ2
- ➤ A St. Joseph church is hosting a 'North Pole Christmas Adventure' to raise funds for a cold weather shelter during December weekends. News-Press NOW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The St. Joseph School District received 25 applications for its superintendent position, including 2 internal and 10 out-of-state candidates, leading up to interviews and selections this December. KQ2
- ➤ Lindsay Holland, a librarian at Spring Garden Middle School, has been named the Northwest Region Missouri Association of School Librarians Librarian of the Year for her dedicated work in making the library a welcoming space for learning and growth. KQ2
- ➤ The St. Joseph School District's English Language Development Winter Party provided vital educational resources and community bonding for families, featuring activities, performances, and informational vendors. KQ2
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local experts in St. Joseph provide essential tips for selecting and caring for a real Christmas tree to ensure safety and maintain holiday cheer. KQ2
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Kansas City Chief Jon McGraw speaks at the 2024 St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce Chairman's Breakfast about how concussions ended his NFL career and led him to co-found Vision Pursue, advocating for a positive perspective on stress and brain health. St. Joseph Post
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The Nutcracker Ballet
Experience Clara's enchanting journey through a magical winter wonderland and the land of sweets during this classic ballet performance.
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2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk in St. Joseph
Experience an artistic journey with the 11th annual Sculpture Walk featuring diverse sculptures by talented national artists displayed throughout Downtown St. Joseph.
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2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk in St. Joseph
Experience an eclectic array of new sculptures from talented national artists as part of the 11th annual Allied Arts Council Sculpture Walk in Downtown St. Joseph.
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11th Annual Downtown Sculpture Walk in St. Joseph, MO
The Downtown Sculpture Walk features an eclectic collection of new sculptures from national artists, showcasing their creativity and artistic expression throughout the downtown area.
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2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk Launch
The 2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk features a year-long exhibition of new sculptures by national artists displayed throughout Downtown St. Joseph, promoting public art appreciation.
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2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk in St. Joseph
The 11th annual Downtown Sculpture Walk showcases a diverse collection of outdoor sculptures installed throughout St. Joseph, featuring works by various national artists.
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Shaun Johnson's Cool Yule Big Band Experience
Shaun Johnson of Tonic Sol Fa brings a passionate and melodic performance of traditional holiday pop songs in a big band style at the Missouri Theater.
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Sacred Heart of Jesus School of Faith Christmas Pageant
The Sacred Heart of Jesus School of Faith will host a Christmas Pageant as part of their faith education program.
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2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk in St. Joseph
The Downtown Sculpture Walk showcases diverse sculptures from national artists, creating an engaging outdoor art experience in St. Joseph, Missouri.
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2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk
The 11th annual Sculpture Walk in Downtown St. Joseph features new and engaging artworks by national sculptors, offering a year-long outdoor exhibition for community enjoyment and interaction.
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