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This week marks National School Bus Safety Week, focusing on the well-being of the millions of students who ride buses daily. Law enforcement and bus officials remind drivers to be alert, watch for amber warning lights, and always stop when a bus’s red lights are flashing and its stop sign is out. Parents are also…

A Missouri Lottery player in Buchanan County has claimed a $167,000 Show Me Cash prize. The winning ticket was purchased at a Hy-Vee Gas in St. Joseph and matched all five numbers for the September 30th drawing. This win marks the 31st Show Me Cash jackpot awarded in the state this year, with total prizes…

The St. Joseph Health Department will continue offering WIC services through fiscal year 2026 after signing a contract continuance with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. WIC, which stands for Women, Infants, and Children, is a supplemental nutrition program. It provides services to pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children up to age…

The Skidmore City Council has approved a new water ordinance that creates an annual review process for rates, while tabling a similar ordinance for the sewer system. Proposed increases to both water and sewer rates were not approved and will be considered at the November meeting. Council members also decided to delay applying for a…

The St. Joseph Parks and Recreation Department is currently working on 18 active projects, with significant renovations underway at John Lucas Park and Krug Park. The department’s focus is on improving accessibility and creating more welcoming spaces to boost community use. Among the largest projects are the enhancements at Krug Park’s historic castle, which are…

As the federal government shutdown enters its second week, Missouri Senator Josh Hawley is calling for an immediate end to the stalemate. Hawley stated the shutdown is hurting his constituents by freezing vital services at Veterans Affairs, Medicare, and farmer loan programs. The Senator’s call to “get the government reopening” comes after the Senate failed…