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St. Joseph Christian School has suspended classes until Tuesday following a significant spike in flu cases among students and staff. Administrators opted for the closure after daily absences climbed to over 100 students, reflecting a broader trend of “very high” respiratory illness activity across Missouri. Local health officials continue to recommend frequent handwashing and proper…

The St. Joseph School District Board of Education has voted 5-2 to approve a contract extension for Superintendent Gabe McGinnis. The new agreement extends his leadership through June 30, 2029, adding one year to his previous contract. While a majority of the board supported the extension, members Whitney Lanning and LaTonya Williams cast the two…

The Missouri State Highway Patrol is urging the public to stay vigilant against a 900% surge in cryptocurrency scams since the start of the pandemic. Officials highlighted “Romance Scams” as a primary threat leading up to Valentine’s Day, where scammers build trust on dating apps to solicit digital currency. Authorities emphasize that legitimate agencies will…

The St. Joseph School District Board of Education met Monday to discuss expanding community access to district facilities, such as school gymnasiums. The discussion followed concerns regarding limited availability for local youth basketball teams and a desire to increase the district’s value to the public. Board members are now considering forming a committee to review…

All lanes of Interstate 29 in St. Joseph are now open after crews completed the demolition of the Gene Field Road bridge nearly ten hours ahead of schedule. The removal is a critical step in an emergency $5.5 million replacement project triggered after the 63-year-old bridge was struck and severely damaged by an oversized load…