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The City of St. Joseph celebrated a historical milestone Friday by opening a time capsule originally placed in the City Hall cornerstone on March 27, 1926. The 100-year-old container held various artifacts, including a 1920s telephone directory, period newspapers, and a personal note from former Mayor Henry E. Grosser to the current mayor. Local officials…

Missouri Western State University’s School of Fine Arts will showcase the Spring Senior Exhibition at the Drew Brown Art Gallery in Potter Hall starting April 1st. The exhibit features a diverse range of work from graduating students in Graphic Design, Digital Animation, Photography, and Journalism. An opening ceremony will be held from 5 to 7…

St. Joseph residents may burn dry yard waste within city limits from April 1st through the 30th, provided they follow specific safety guidelines. Fires must be contained in a single 55-gallon drum or mesh container, kept at least 15 feet from buildings, and monitored between the hours of 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. City officials…

A 63-year-old St. Joseph man died Thursday morning following a collision on Missouri Route 116 involving a pickup truck and a tractor. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, an eastbound Toyota Tundra crossed the center line and struck an implement being towed by a westbound John Deere tractor near De Kalb. While the tractor…

The YMCA has officially begun construction on the Mid-America National Aquatic Center, a year-round facility designed to host competitive swim meets and community wellness programs. The center will feature a 50-meter Olympic-sized pool and a separate temperature-controlled multipurpose pool equipped with zero-entry access for rehabilitation and youth instruction. Supported by a wide range of private…