Tuesday, December 17th, 2024

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Good morning, Saint Joseph. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The inspireU Children's Discovery Center in St. Joseph, Missouri, announces soft openings from December 20-22 before its official grand opening on December 26, with online ticket purchase required. KQ2
- ➤ Missouri Western students contributed over 1,000 volunteer hours in various community service projects, including a cemetery cleanup, enriching both their academic and social experience. St. Joseph Post
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Missouri State Highway Patrol emphasizes the importance of safe driving during the Christmas holiday period, highlighting the traffic statistics from 2023 and offering safety tips. KQ2
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The St. Joseph Community Chorus and Fountain City Brass Band delighted attendees with festive performances of Christmas classics at the 'Christmas at the Cathedral' event. KQ2
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Shop St. Joseph campaign concludes today, offering a $10,000 grand prize and additional rewards to support local businesses. KQ2
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Missouri Western State University Athletics partners with Influxer to provide student-athletes with Name Image Likeness opportunities, enabling them to earn income and receive marketing training. KQ2
- ➤ The St. Joseph School District Board of Education has selected Dr. Lara Gilpin, Dr. Ashly McGinnis, Dr. Laura Nelson, and Dr. Jami Jo Thompson as the four finalists for its next superintendent, with upcoming in-person interviews. KQ2
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mike Schumacher has been appointed as the new city manager of St. Joseph, bringing over a decade of experience from his previous role as city administrator in Lebanon, Mo. KQ2
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The St. Joseph Veterans Affairs Clinic has opened its doors to the public at 4782 Sienna Drive as of Monday. News-Press NOW
SPORTS NEWS
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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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3rd Annual St. Joseph Area Sports Hall of Fame Holiday Hoops Classic
This event features a basketball tournament including local high schools competing in a doubleheader format over three days at the St. Joseph Civic Arena.
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2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk in St. Joseph
The 11th annual Sculpture Walk features a diverse array of new sculptures from national artists displayed throughout Downtown St. Joseph, enhancing the local art scene.
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2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk in St. Joseph
The Downtown Sculpture Walk features a diverse collection of new sculptures from national artists, displayed in an outdoor exhibition throughout the year in St. Joseph, Missouri.
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2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk in St. Joseph
The Downtown Sculpture Walk features an eclectic mix of new sculptures created by national artists, offering a year-long outdoor exhibit in Downtown St. Joseph.
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2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk in St. Joseph
The 11th annual Allied Arts Council Sculpture Walk showcases a diverse array of outdoor sculptures from national artists, providing a year-long public arts experience in Downtown St. Joseph.
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2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk in St. Joseph
The 11th annual Allied Arts Council Sculpture Walk features an eclectic mix of new sculptures by national artists displayed throughout Downtown St. Joseph, inviting community interaction and participation.
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2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk in St. Joseph
This annual public arts project showcases an eclectic mix of new sculptures by national artists throughout Downtown St. Joseph, Missouri.
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2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk in St. Joseph, MO
The 11th annual Allied Arts Council Sculpture Walk features an eclectic collection of new sculptures by national artists displayed throughout Downtown St. Joseph.
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2024-2025 Downtown Sculpture Walk Launch
The 11th annual Sculpture Walk in Downtown St. Joseph showcases an eclectic mix of new sculptures by national artists as part of a public arts project.
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