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City and county have a rich history By MARSHALL WHITE St. Joseph News-Press

A St. Louis entrepreneur, Joseph Robidoux II, sent his 16-year-old namesake, Joseph Robidoux III, up the Missouri in 1799. By the mid1820s, the young fur trader had been exploring across the west and decided to create a trading post in the Blacksnake Hills area beside the Missouri River. The area was Indian land, and a 43-year-old Joseph Robidoux III knew he’d need a good working relationship if he wanted to stay put. Purchasing annual licenses from the government in St. Louis, Mr. Robidoux organized his brothers and sons into a trading empire that fanned out across the West while he stayed near Saint Michael’s meadow trading with local tribes. By 1836, the federal government was negotiating with the Native Americans to purchase all the land

east of the Missouri River, which wasn’t inside the Missouri state border line. Signed at Fort Leavenworth, the treaty became known as the Platte Purchase. Atchison, Andrew, Buchanan, Holt, Nodaway and Platte counties would be created from this newly acquired land. Settlers flooded into the newly opened lands, and Mr. Robidoux positioned himself and the family to own prime portions of the real estate. Mr. Robidoux definitely was an entrepreneur like his father. He also knew that new settlers would need lumber, flour and other basic necessities. The wily trader seized the opportunity to create new businesses and then sell them off. Within the next five years, he realized he was creating a new town. In 1843, two surveyors, Frederick W. Smith and Simeon Kemper, were hired to design plans for a new city. Mr. Smith was the winner,

Table of contents History of St. Joseph ..................................................................... 3 City government .......................................................................6 County government .......................................................................8 Law enforcement .......................................................................9 State officials .....................................................................11 Federal legislators .....................................................................11 Connections .....................................................................12 Permits .....................................................................13 Highways .....................................................................14 Health .....................................................................15 Local works .....................................................................16 Schools .....................................................................18 Higher education .....................................................................20 Libraries .....................................................................21 Museums .....................................................................22 Arts organizations .....................................................................24 Theater productions .....................................................................25 Area attractions .....................................................................26 Parks .....................................................................28 Lakes .....................................................................29 Calendar of events .....................................................................30

and today’s Frederick Avenue and Frederick Boulevard pay homage to his work. The date July 26, 1843, became the official birthday for the new town of St. Joseph when Mr. Robidoux arranged to have his plat filed with the clerk St. Louis Court of Common Pleas. The original city included streets named for Robidoux family members: Angelique, Charles, Edmond, Faraon, Felix, Francis and Jules. Three years after the city was created, Mr. Robidoux and other local residents managed to convince voters to move the county seat from the nearby town of Sparta to St. Joseph. The town was growing, and the trader added more land, stretching the city limits. This meant more streets to be named, and early settlers, friends and politicians such as Beattie, Corby, Hall, Patee, Poulin, Powell, Ridenbaugh and Woodson got the honor.

The rush for gold and a new life in western America made St. Joseph a logical jumping-off point on the long trip. Local merchants seized the opportunity to make the city a major trade center. The population began to skyrocket. St. Joseph gained a reputation as a town where people could find a job, raise a family and make money. Flocking here throughout the 1850s were architects, brewers, coppers, draftsman, engineers, farmers, grocers, haberdashers, idealists, jobbers, kids, lumbermen, merchants, newspapermen, orphans, politicians, quarrymen, railroad workers, shoemakers, tailors, undertakers, veterans, wagon makers, yokels and the occasional zealot, to name a few. All came looking for a new day and a successful life, and many found it. The first railroad to cross Mis-

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Area history runs deep CONTINUED FROM page 3 souri began making runs between Hannibal and St. Joseph in 1859 to bring mail, freight and more job seekers, helping to make St. Joseph the state’s No. 2 city. A communication revolution loomed over the horizon of a new decade — the 1860s. In 1860, ponies and wiry young men cut the mail time from months to days as they galloped back and forth across the western frontier for the Central Overland California and Pikes Peak Express Co. And about 18 months later, as the nation divided and war raged, a telegraph line ended the Pony Express by reducing communication to minutes. The Civil War split the community and slowed progress. Young men left town to join the fight on both sides. Some folks fled west to avoid the hostilities. And for much of the war, the city had to be garrisoned by Union troops to maintain an uneasy peace. A Golden Age still loomed ahead, but after the Civil War it took a few years to recover. Gradually, agriculture, meat packing, immigrants, wholesale firms, steamboats and railroads came to the forefront as economic anchors for the town. Still, the city’s population position would be surpassed by Kansas City. The economic prosperity of the last two decades of the 19th century has been recognized as a Golden Age. It can still be witnessed in the city’s historic warehouse districts, many 19th century buildings and beautiful homes. The first half of the 20th century saw the continued rise of a solid middle class, civil pride, manufacturing and agri-business. Technology reigned through the century revolutionizing work and leisure.

But in the last half of the century, the city witnessed the rise of the global economy, and a series of manufacturing declines that removed businesses deemed to be city institutions. Armour, Swift, Dugdales, Quaker Oats, Noma Lights, Lee and Mead Products were among the many that closed their St. Joseph plants. Local shops like the mom-and-pop groceries and neighborhood drug stores and businesses such as A. J. August, Einbenders, Everetts, the Federal Bakery, Katz’s Drug Stores, Joe Opticans, Paris, Plymouth, the Hotel Robidoux and United as well as Townsend and Wall disappeared. Gradually the city has climbed back. The hospital business consolidated and grew on the city’s eastern border, investing millions in several modern campus areas, which includes Heartland Regional Medical Center, Heartland Clinic, Heartland

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Foundation and a Community Health Improvement Solutions program. As the region’s largest employer, Heartland employs more than 3,000 people. Triumph Foods revived some of the stockyards area with a multi-million dollar investment that created a state-of-the-art facility capable of processing 5.5 million hogs each year. The company hired a work force of 2,800 employees. The county and city worked together to find a business mix that could develop the North Belt Highway, bringing new national big-box firms and restaurants to the town. Boehringer-Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc., which manufactures and markets an extensive line of high-quality biological and pharmaceutical products for cattle, swine, horses and pets for a worldwide network, came to town. The company has supported its growth through research and development of inno-

vative products for the livestock, equine and companion animal markets. Recently, they invested in additional facilities and moved their national headquarters to town. Other businesses grew, like Nestle’s, Herzog and Altec. New business parks were opened and slowly filled. A state hospital shrunk, but a state prison found roots and offered jobs. And the Missouri Air National Guard grew into a vital part of the nation’s air mobility system and a jewel in the local economy. And the junior college that became a college continued to grow, becoming Missouri Western State University. Downtown, the town’s only skyscraper, the Corby Building, which once housed dozens of business offices, found new life as a senior living facility; the Townsend building and a lot of other large, multi-storied structures became loft apartments; and Quaker’s plant became Lifeline Foods.

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City government By CLINTON THOMAS St. Joseph News-Press

Mayor: Bill Falkner was

elected in 2010 after a previous stint on the City Council. To contact the mayor, find his office in Room 309 of City Hall, call 271-4640 or send an e-mail to bfalkner@ci.st-joseph. mo.us.

City manager: Bruce

Woody took over as city manager in 2011 after a long career in the city’s Public Works Department. Visit his office in Room 305 of City Hall, call 271-4610 or send an e-mail to bwoody@ ci.st-joseph.mo.us.

City clerk: Paula Heyde

and her staff keep city records, prepare agendas for city council meetings and organize correspondence between city staff and the council, among other duties. Visit the clerk’s office in Room 303 of City Hall, call 271-4630 or send an e-mail to pheyde@ci.stjoseph.mo.us.

City attorney: Lisa Rob-

ertson and her staff serve as the city’s legal counsel. The group represents the city’s interests in legal matters and reviews city ordinances. The department’s offices are located in Room 307 of City Hall. Contact Ms. Robertson at 271-4680 or lrobertson@ ci.st-joseph.mo.us.

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Chief of police: Chris Connally leads a staff of more than 100 commissioned officers. The department resides in the Law Enforcement Center at 501 Faraon St. Call the chief at 271-4701 or send an e-mail to ccon nally@ci.st-joseph.mo.us. Fire chief: Mike Dalsing runs the fire department, which has stations located across the city and a headquarters at 401 S. Seventh St. Call him at 271-4603 or send an e-mail to mdalsing @ci.st-joseph.mo.us. Administrative services department: Carolyn Harrison leads this newly formed department. It combined the duties of the old financial services department — which Ms. Harrison directed — with the customer assistance, technology services and human resources departments.

Health department:

Debra Bradley directs the department, based out of Patee Market Health Center at 904 S. 10th St. The department provides assorted forms of health care and education, as well as regulating city health codes and establishments that serve food and drink. She can be reached at 271-4636 or at dbradley@ ci.st-joseph.mo.us.

Parks, recreation & civic facilities department:

Bill McKinney is the city’s longest-serving department director. The department, from its offices at 1920 Grand Ave., maintains and organizes activities at a number of recreational facilities, such as the new St. Joseph REC Center on Southwest Parkway. Mr. McKinney can be reached at 271-5500 or bmckinney@ ci.st-joseph.mo.us.

Planning & community development: Clint

Thompson directs the department, which serves as city government’s lead agency for economic development, along with handling planning and zoning issues and administering federal funds from the Department of Housing & Urban Development. Visit his office in Room 107 of City Hall, call 271-4787 or send an e-mail to cthompson@ci.st-joseph.mo.us.

Public works & transportation: Jody Carlson

directs the city’s largest department, which maintains streets, sewers and Rosecrans Memorial Airport. His office is located in Room 204 of City Hall. Call him at 271-4653 or send an e-mail to jcarlson@ci.stjoseph.mo.us.

Keep track of city news It’s important to be connected to your city. There are several ways to be informed of what the city government is up to. The city’s website, www.stjoemo.info, is a great place to start. From there, you can access the city’s weekly newsletter via the “Business” tab. This gives information on current events and City Talk, a monthly meeting in which the public can meet members of the City Council and staff and ask questions candidly. The meeting is moved to different locations throughout the city each month. Streaming a council meeting can be done from the city’s main website, which also includes topics by city staff as well as job openings and updates from several city offices. The city’s website is also a great way to catch up on the minutes from a handful of different city departments. Meeting notes can be found using those specific tabs. A majority of departments have their own websites that offer more detailed information. — Jennifer Hall | St. Joseph News-Press

St. Joseph City Council Bill Falkner, Mayor Phone: 271-4640 E-mail: bfalkner@ci.st-joseph.mo.us

Jeff Penland, at-large Phone: 341-4502 E-mail: jpenland@ci.st-joseph.mo.us

P.J. Kovac, 3rd District Phone: 261-2934 E-mail: pjkovac@ci.st-joseph.mo.us

Mr. Falkner was elected on April 6, 2010, after previously serving four years on the City Council. Mr. Falkner is a second-generation business leader, owning and operating Falkner Plumbing in Downtown St. Joseph.

Mr. Penland was appointed to the council in September 2009 to complete the term of the late Mike Hirter, then was elected to an at-large position April 6, 2010. Mr. Penland is a director at Echo Cloud Solutions.

Mr. Kovac was elected to the 3rd district seat March 3, 2010, when he secured a majority in the city primary election. The son of a former council member, Mr. Kovac has owned several businesses in the community, including PJâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fireworks and a storage company, among others.

Byron Myers, Deputy Mayor Phone: 273-3108 E-mail: bmyers@ci.st-joseph.mo.us Mr. Myers was elected to the council as an at-large member on April 6, 2010. The council named Mr. Myers the deputy mayor according to its unofficial tradition of assigning the role to the at-large member who received the most votes in the election. Donna Jean Boyer, at-large Phone: 279-5259 E-mail: djboyer@ci.st-joseph.mo.us Ms. Boyer has served on the council since she was elected to an at-large position in March 1998. Now retired, Ms. Boyer taught English at Benton High School for 38 years.

Pat Jones, 1st District Phone: 244-6229 E-mail: patjones@ci.st-joseph.mo.us Ms. Jones was elected to the 1st District seat April 6, 2010. A St. Joseph native and long-time supporter of the fire department, Ms. Jones helps run the St. Joseph Fire Museum. Joyce Starr, 2nd District Phone: 244-3906 E-mail: jstarr@ci.st-joseph.mo.us Ms. Starr was appointed to the council in 2005 to complete the term of the late John Shea and subsequently was elected to the seat in 2006 and 2010. Ms. Starr has worked the past 10 years for the St. Joseph School District.

Gary Roach, 4th District Phone: 341-4506 E-mail: groach@ci.st-joseph.mo.us Mr. Roach has served the 4th District since 2006 and was re-elected on April 6, 2010. Prior to joining the council, Mr. Roach operated a number of auto parts stores in St. Joseph. Barbara LaBass, 5th District Phone: 752-8363 E-mail: blabass@ci.st-joseph.mo.us Ms. LaBass won the 5th district seat in 2006 and did not face opposition for re-election in 2010. Ms. LaBass currently works for Missouri Gas Energy, where she handles government and community affairs.

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County government By ANDREW GAUG St. Joseph News-Press

When you step into the Buchanan County Courthouse, located at 411 Jules St., you’re stepping into a big part of the county’s history. Built in August 1876, it is one of the oldest operating courthouses in Missouri. In it are many different departments and officeholders, including the Fifth Judicial Circuit Court of Missouri, with Judge Patrick Robb as presiding judge.

County Commission: Almost every

day, you can find at least one, if not all, of the Buchanan County commissioners in Room 122 of the Buchanan County Courthouse, with R.T. Turner as Presiding Commissioner, Ron Hook as Western District Commissioner and Dan Hausman as Eastern District Commissioner. The three vote on approval of certain things such as: county expenditures; policies for county government, including the budget and payment of bills; overseeing all county roads, county buildings, property and equipment; representing the county on various boards in the area and state; and appointing residents to boards and committees. To reach the commission, call: 271-1503; or e-mail: commission@co.buchanan.mo.us. To view their monthly schedules, visit: http://www.co.buchanan.mo.us/offices/ commission/Calendar/feb.htm.

Assessor: Scot W. Van Meter is the Buchanan County assessor, responsible for property assessments used in calculating county and city tax bills. His office, Room 201 in the Buchanan County

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Courthouse, can be reached at 271-1520. E-mail: Assessor@co.buchanan.mo.us.

County clerk: Maintaining the commissioners’ records, registering people to vote in Buchanan County and helping with local elections, Mary Baack-Garvey has many duties as the Buchanan County clerk. Also operating as the county’s chief election official, Ms. Baack-Garvey helps prepare and count ballots, as well as staff the polls. She is located in Room 121 of the courthouse. Phone: 271-1412. E-mail: Clerk2@co.buchanan.mo.us. Collector: Wonder who’s in charge of Buchanan County’s taxes? That’s Peggy Campbell, the Buchanan County collector of revenue. Her office runs out of Room 123 of the courthouse and is responsible for collecting county taxes, including property taxes for the city. City property and real estate tax are mailed out together during the first week of November. Taxes can be paid via mail or at the county collector’s office. Phone: 271-1401. E-mail: Collector@co.buchanan.mo.us. Prosecuting attorney: If there’s a ma-

jor case in Buchanan County, chances are it’s being worked by the Buchanan County prosecuting attorney’s office, headed by Prosecutor Dwight Scroggins. The office, located in Room 132 of the courthouse, handles criminal and child support cases, including paternity tests, and represents the county in civil matters. They can be reached at: 271-1480; or e-mail: YourBCPA@gmail.com.

Recorder: Buchanan County Recorder Ed Wildberger and his office maintain and

manage office personnel issues as well as record marriage licenses, real estate records and other documents. They can be found in Room 103 of the courthouse. Phone: 271-1437. E-mail: Recorder@ co.buchanan.mo.us.

Treasurer: John Nash operates as Bu-

chanan County treasurer, responsible for handling all of the revenue that comes into the county as well as depositing funds and maintaining financial records. Phone: 271-1432. E-mail: Treasurer@co.buchanan.mo.us.

Public defenders office: Need representation in a case, but can’t afford a lawyer? The office of the public defender can help. Located three blocks south of the Buchanan County Courthouse, their office can be found at 120 S. Fifth St. Phone: 387-2026. Juvenile office: Dealing with juvenile criminal offenders, the juvenile office, located in Room B03 of the courthouse, offers many different services including: mentoring, probation and community service. Phone: 271-1421. E-mail: Linda. Meyer@Courts.mo.gov. Public administrator: As the Buchanan County public administrator, Bill McMurray and the other members of his office

wear many hats and work many cases. Dealing with more than 400 cases per year concerning guardianship, conservator and personal representative, they handle many family guardian and other affairs. Phone: 271-1442. E-mail: bmcmurray@co.buchanan.mo.us.

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Public safety By KIM NORVELL St. Joseph News-Press

There are four public safety entities that protect the citizens of St. Joseph and Buchanan County — the St. Joseph Police Department, the Buchanan County Sheriff’s Department, the St. Joseph Fire Department and the Missouri State Highway Patrol. The Law Enforcement Center (LEC), located at 501 Faraon St., houses the Sheriff’s Department, the Buchanan County Jail and the St. Joseph Police Department. It is also the hub of communications, where all 911 calls are answered and directed. The St. Joseph Fire Department has nine stations throughout the city, and the Missouri State Highway Patrol is located in northeast St. Joseph on the Belt Highway.

ST. JOSEPH POLICE DEPARTMENT

(816) 271-4777, www.stjoepd.info

The St. Joseph Police Department serves all citizens living within the St. Joseph city limits. The SJPD is comprised of four major divisions: patrol, detectives, support services and administration. As part of its public safety duties, the SJPD also provides yearly crime statistics, assistance for neighborhood watch programs, resources for crime victims and a list of the most wanted criminals in the area. It also has a subscription to CrimeReports.com, a free website that will pinpoint a specific neighborhood and its crime rates. Contact information:

crimes.

Patrol Division, (816) 271-4722

The Patrol Division operates 24 hours a day with 78 commissioned officers patrolling the city. In addition to traditional patrol duties, the division also is responsible for the K-9 Unit, field training program, school resource officers, Traffic Unit, special event coordination, Warrants Unit, court services officer, public information officer and the Special Response Team.

Support Services, (816) 271-4881

This department provides information and equipment to the Police Department as well as performs customer service duties for citizens and other city departments. Officers in Support Services coordinate and conduct Law Enforcement Center tours, child ID programs, school safety and other Please see PUBLIC safety/Page 10

Two locations: Belt Branch, 1904 N. Belt Hwy., 232-5479, & Savannah Branch, 514 W. Main, 324-4569.

Administration Division, (816) 271-4702

Both branches open daily, including 1-5 p.m. Sundays.

Detective Division, (816) 271-5336 or (816) 271-4598

The Detective Division is responsible for all investigations of crimes that occur within the boundaries of the city of St. Joseph. It consists of five departments: crime scene investigation, electronic crimes, family crimes, financial crimes and street

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Public safety CONTINUED FROM page 9 information that affects children and adult safety. The division consists of crime analysis, training, crime prevention, records and evidence.

BUCHANAN COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT,

(816) 271-5555, www.buchanancosheriff.com

The Sheriff’s Department provides protection for the all citizens living in the county. Besides providing security for the Buchanan County Court and running the jail, the Sheriff’s Department also has an investigations and patrol unit. It is also responsible for the Buchanan County Drug Strike Force, a multi-jurisdictional narcotics unit, and the Cyber Crimes Unit, a force dedicated to solving crimes over the computer. It also offers a searchable sex offender registry and a care tracker program for children with autism and seniors with Alzheimer’s.

Administrative Division, (816) 236-8812

This division houses the Buchanan County Sheriff and his administrative assistant. It is also comprised of full-time deputies and civilian personnel who are responsible for budgetary management, training, project management, offense report computer entry, department personnel management and purchasing.

Support Services, (816) 236-8878

Support Services is responsible for the service of all civil process papers issued by the courts, including probate warrants, order of protections and lawsuits. It is also responsible for all certifications to carry and gun permits.

Corrections, (816) 236-8814

The Corrections Division is responsible for the entire Buchanan County Jail,

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which can house up to 224 inmates. Deputies are responsible for booking inmates, transferring inmates to court, scheduling public and attorney visitation and collecting bonds.

Court Security, (816) 271-1580

Deputies are responsible for security throughout the entire courthouse and in each courtroom.

Drug Strike Force, (816) 233-3377

The Strike Force is a multi-jurisdictional enforcement group that covers the entire county. It is a cooperative effort between the sheriff’s department, police department and highway patrol. It is funded through federal grants as well as the county’s budget.

Investigations, (816) 236-8845

Detectives in the Investigation Division are experts in forensics, violent crimes, interview and interrogation, sex crimes and crimes against children. All members of the division also served on the Initial Response Team of the Northwest Missouri Major Investigation Squad.

Patrol, (816) 236-8850

There are 20 full-time deputies who patrol the county on a 24-hour basis. The unit also has established a Watch Residence Program and a School Resource Officer Program.

MISSOURI STATE HIGHWAY PATROL,

(816) 387-2345, www.mshp.dps.mo.gov

Troopers in the Highway Patrol are responsible for crashes on the area interstates and highways and are secondary investigators for major crimes throughout Northwest Missouri. In addition, the Highway Patrol provides vehicle inspection and an online traffic crash database. The Highway Patrol’s Troop H is located at 3525 N. Belt Highway, which is at the

intersection of Business I-29 and Highway 169. There are 77 uniformed officers, 62 civilian employees and one Water Patrol Division trooper who cover Andrew, Atchison, Buchanan, Caldwell, Clinton, Daviess, DeKalb, Gentry, Grundy, Harrison, Holt, Livingston, Mercer, Nodaway, and Worth counties. Its website provides useful safety information, including boat safety, driver safety and the AMBER Alert program. Call the patrol’s main number to be transferred to a particular division.

ST. JOSEPH FIRE DEPARTMENT

(816) 271-4603, www.stjoemo.info/fire

The Fire Department protects all of St. Joseph and three surrounding fire protection districts. It has a paid staff of 130 who work in nine area stations. They currently staff two tower companies, five engine companies, two 75-foot telesquirt engine companies and two light rescue companies. It also houses three fire inspectors and one fire prevention chief. Each firefighter works a 24-hour shift every three days. In addition to fighting fires, the department has full-time emergency medical responders and provides free home and property inspections, fire safety education and juvenile fire setter intervention. Its website also provides information on the city’s smoke alarm code and tips on fire safety.

Headquarters, 401 S. Seventh St., (816) 271-4603

The fire headquarters houses Fire Chief Mike Dalsing, fire inspectors, the chief of fire prevention, the emergency management coordinator and the shift’s battalion chief. Station 4, 3458 Ashland Ave. Station 5, 4810 Frederick Ave. Station 6, 3505 Pear St. Station 8, 3308 Mitchell Ave. Station 9, 22nd Street and Frederick Avenue Station 10, 101 Illinois St. Station 11, 2329 S. 18th St. Station 12, 2807 St. Joseph Ave.

Missouri and Kansas legislators MISSOURI HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mike Thomson District 4 MO House of Representatives 201 W. Capitol Ave. Room 401B Jefferson City, MO 65101 mike.thomson@house.mo.gov (573) 751-9465 Casey Guernsey District 3 MO House of Representatives 201 W. Capitol Ave. Room 206A Jefferson City MO 65101 casey.guernsey@house.mo.gov (573) 751-4285

Mike Lair District 7 MO House of Representatives 201 W. Capitol Ave. Room 400 Jefferson City MO 65101 mike.lair@house.mo.gov (573) 751-2917

Pat Conway District 27 MO House of Representatives 201 W. Capitol Ave. Room 102BA Jefferson City MO 65101 Pat.Conway@house.mo.gov 573-751-9755

Delus Johnson District 28 MO House of Representatives 201 W. Capitol Ave. Room 203C Jefferson City, MO 65101 delus.johnson@house.mo.gov (573) 751-3666

Galen Higdon District 29 MO House of Representatives 201 W. Capitol Ave. Room 410B Jefferson City MO 65101 Galen.Higdon@house.mo.gov (573) 751-3643

Glen Klippenstein District 5 MO House of Representatives 201 W. Capitol Ave. Room 410A Jefferson City MO 65101 Glen.Klippenstein@house.mo.gov (573) 751-0246

MISSOURI STATE SENATORS Dr. Rob Schaaf District 34 201 W. Capitol Ave. Room 331 Jefferson City, MO 65101 rob.schaaf@senate.mo.gov (573) 751-2183 or (855) 663-3883

U.S. Legislators SAM GRAVES U.S. Representative R-Mo., 6th District Education: Bachelor’s degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia Committees: Small Business (chairman); Transportation and Infrastructure Website: graves.house.gov Phone: (202) 225-7041, (816) 7923976, (816) 233-9818 Washington, D.C. Office: 1415 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, D.C., 20515 Liberty District Office: 113 Blue Jay Dr., Suite 100, Liberty, MO, 64068 St. Joseph District Office: 201 S. Eighth St., Room 330, St. Joseph, MO, 64501 ROY BLUNT U.S. Senator R-Mo. Education: Bachelor’s degree from Southwest Baptist University, master’s degree from Southwest Missouri State University. Committees: Appropriations; Commerce, Science, and Transportation; Rules and Administration; Select Committee on Intelligence Website: www.blunt.senate.gov Phone: (202) 224-5721, (816) 471-

7141, (573) 634-2488 Washington, D.C. Office: 260 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C., 20510 Kansas City Office: 911 Main St., Suite 2224, Kansas City, MO, 64105 Jefferson City Office: 308 East High, Suite #202, Jefferson City, MO, 65101 CLAIRE MCCASKILL U.S. Senator D-Mo. Education: Bachelor’s degree and juris doctorate from the University of Missouri Committees: Armed Services; Commerce, Science and Transportation; Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs; Aging; Subcommittee on Contracting Oversight (chairman) Website: mccaskill.senate.gov Phone: (202) 224-6154, (816) 4211639, (573) 442-7130 Washington D.C. Office: Hart Senate Office Building, Ste. 506, Washington, D.C., 20510 Kansas City Office: 4141 Pennsylvania Ave., Ste. 101, Kansas City, MO, 64111 Columbia Office: 915 E. Ash St., Columbia, MO, 65201

Brad Lager District 12 201 W. Capitol Ave. Room 422 Jefferson City, MO 65101 brad.lager@senate.mo.gov (573) 751-1415 KANSAS HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Jerry Henry District 63 Home address: 3515 Neosho Road Cummings, KS 66016 jerry.henry@house.ks.gov (785) 296-7688 Randy Garber District 62 Home address: 2424 Timberlane Terr. Sabetha, KS 66534 randy.garber@house.ks.gov (785) 296-6014

LYNN JENKINS U.S. Representative R-Kan., 2nd District Education: Degrees from Kansas State University and Weber State College Committees: Ways and Means Website: lynnjenkins.house.gov Phone: (202) 225-6601, (620) 2315966, (785) 234-5966 Washington, D.C. Office: 1122 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, D.C., 20515 Topeka Office: 3550 S.W. Fifth St., Topeka, KS, 66606 Pittsburg Office: 1001 N. Broadway St., #C, Pittsburg, KS, 66762 JERRY MORAN U.S. Senator R-Kan. Education: Bachelor’s degree and juris doctorate from the University of Kansas Committees: Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs; Appropriations; Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs; Veterans’ Affairs; Small Business and Entrepreneurship; Aging Website: moran.senate.gov Phone: (202) 224-6521, (785) 2322605, (913) 393-0711

Melanie Meier District 40 Home address: 31301 175th St. Leavenworth, KS 66048 melanie.meier@house.ks.gov (785) 296-7668 Ramon Gonzalez Jr. District 47 Home address: P.O. Box 12 Perry, KS 66073 ramon.gonzalezjr@house.ks.gov (785) 296-7677 KANSAS STATE SENATOR Dennis Pyle District 1 Home address: 2979 Kingfisher Road Hiawatha, KS 66434 Dennis.Pyle@senate.ks.gov (785) 296-7379

Washington, D.C. Office: Russell Senate Office Building, Room 354, Washington, D.C., 20510 Topeka Office: P.O. Box 2683, 800 S.W. Jackson, Suite 1108, Topeka, KS, 66612 Olathe Office: P.O. Box 1154, 23600 College Blvd., Suite 201, Olathe, KS, 66061 PAT ROBERTS U.S. Senator R-Kan. Education: Bachelor’s degree from Kansas State University Committees: Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry; Ethics; Finance; Health, Education, Labor and Pensions; Rules and Administration Website: roberts.senate.gov Phone: (202) 224-4774, (785) 2952745, (913) 451-9343 Washington, D.C. Office: 109 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C., 20510-1605 Topeka Office: Frank Carlson Federal Building, 444 S.E. Quincy, Room 392, Topeka, KS, 66683 Overland Park Office: 11900 College Blvd., Suite 203, Overland Park, KS, 66210

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Connections By JENNIFER HALL St. Joseph News-Press

Getting settled into your new home and community can be a tedious task. The first thing to consider is arranging for electric, gas and telephone services. Following is a list of basics to help you get established.

TELEPHONE AT&T offers telephone service. To connect service through AT&T, dial 1 (888) 29-GUIDE (48433). Connection and service fees are determined on a case-by-case basis. A credit application must be filled out before service can be hooked up. That usually can be handled over the phone.

Suddenlink also offers telephone service.

To connect service through Suddenlink, call (877) 694-9474. Connection and service fees are determined on a case-bycase basis. A credit application must be filled out before service can be hooked up. That usually can be handled over the phone.

GAS For gas service, call Missouri Gas Energy at (800) 582-1234. Connection and service fees are determined on a case-by-case basis. Two or three days notice should be provided, and a credit application must be filled out before service can be hooked up. It usually can be handled over the phone.

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ELECTRICITY To establish electrical service, call KCP&L at (888) 471-5275. For many customers, service can be turned on within 24 to 48 hours. Most connections can be arranged without any fees or deposits, but in some cases a deposit might be necessary. Call the office to apply for service and to find out if a deposit will be required in your case. If it is, the amount will be quoted at that time and must be paid before service is connected. Application for service should be made 48 hours in advance, especially if the meter has been turned off.

RECYCLING The St. Joseph Recycling Center, 3405 S. Belt, accepts newspaper, office paper, magazines, glass, tin, aluminum, cardboard and numbers one and two plastics. Materials must be sorted before bringing to the recycling center. For more information, call 232-4401. For curbside recycling, contact stjoegreen at stjoegreen .com and 646-6838 or Bright Recycling at 279-4321. For discarded materials that canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be taken to the recycling center, check the phone book for independent trash pickup operations.

WATER AND SEWER To have water turned on, call Missouri American Water at (866) 430-0820. For new service, including transfer of service, there is a fee. Missouri American Water also does sewer billing for the city, with charges based on monthly water usage.

CABLE TELEVISION AND INTERNET Suddenlink offers both high-speed Internet and cable television services. Customers can order services online or over the phone. Call (877) 694-9474 or visit the website at www.suddenlink.com. AT&T offers Internet service. To connect cable service through AT&T, dial (800)

288-2020.

ONE CALL FOR DIGGING Missouri law requires that you request a locate before doing any digging. Call (800) DIG-RITE (344-7483) or put in a request online with Internet Ticketing at www.mo1call.com. The utilities should respond and locate their services within three working days. After each utility has responded, you may proceed with your digging.

DAILY NEWSPAPER The St. Joseph News-Press, 825 Edmond, offers local and national news coverage to the residents of St. Joseph and surrounding areas. For subscriptions, call 271-8600. To place a classified advertisement, call 271-8666.

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Licenses

By KRISTIN HOPPA St. Joseph News-Press

City, county and state officials require registration for activities. Here’s how to get started:

Voter registration: Any U.S. citizen 17 years and 6

months of age or older may register to vote within the jurisdiction and precinct in which he or she resides in the city. To vote in any election, an individual must be registered by 5 p.m., or the normal closing time, of public buildings where registration is being held by the third Wednesday prior to the election. Absentee applications may be requested to be sent by mail or can be picked up at the Buchanan County Clerk’s office and must be must be received by 5 p.m. on the Wednesday prior to the Election Day. Fax applications also are accepted at (816) 271-1535. Registration may be completed at the Buchanan County Clerk’s office, 411 Jules St., 271-1412. All qualified individuals may fill out voter registration information and obtain a voter I.D. card in order to vote. Both are available in the clerk’s office.

Serving communities in Missouri for over 29 years. ST. JOSEPH LOCATIONS: Family Medicine Associates 2303 Village Dr. • 816-232-6818

North End Health Center 1515 St. Joseph Ave • 816-233-3338 Northwest Family Dental 2911 S. Belt Hwy • 816-364-6444 South Side Health Center 5001 Lake. • 816-238-7788

Northwest Behavioral Health Services (Located at Family Medicine Associates)

Missouri driver’s license: When moving from another state, an application for

a Missouri’s driver’s license must be made within 30 days. Testing for a Missouri driver’s license is conducted at State Office Building at 525 Jules St., Room 216, 3872200.

Automobile licensing: Automobile licensing information can be obtained at

the St. Joseph Licensing Bureau located at 2319 N. Belt Highway, 232-1455. To obtain a license, a motorist will need: ■ A Missouri motor vehicle inspection valid within 60 days. ■ Title of vehicle or current registration. ■ County tax non-assessment card or county personal property tax receipt to show taxes are paid and current. Current mileage must be noted on application. Missouri drivers’ licenses also can be obtained at the Licensing Bureau.

Dog and cat licensing: The City of St. Joseph requires all dogs and cats to be

vaccinated for rabies and registered at 3 months of age. Registration tags may be purchased from any local veterinarian office, Customer Services at City Hall, 271-4751, or Animal Control & Rescue, located at 701 Lower Lake Road, 271-4877. Registration tags expire one year from the date of purchase, or when the rabies vaccination expires, whichever comes first. A breeder’s permit is required to allow a dog or cat to breed. The cost of the breeder’s permit is $20.

Home renovations: A contractor seeking a permit must have a business license

with the city, and the permit is issued under their name. A drawing of the floor plan would need to be submitted to the Customer Assistance Department, Room 106 in City Hall at 1100 Frederick Ave. The information is submitted for review, and approval can take up to a week. Any electrical, plumbing or mechanical work requires permits. Additional information may be requested at the Customer Assistance Department at 271-4751.

Taxes: Taxes can be paid to the Collector of Revenue at the Buchanan County

Courthouse, 411 Jules St. Call 271-1401 for more information.

816-232-4417

RURAL LOCATIONS: King City Clinic 660-535-4347

Braymer Clinic 660-645-2218

Hamilton Medical Clinic 816-583-2151

Mound City Clinic 660-442-5464

Northwest Pharmacy Services 816-583-2881 (Hamilton)

Mound City Dental 660-442-5507

Oregon Clinic 660-446-3307

Northwest Dental Services 816-324-5644 (Savannah)

Savannah Medical Clinic 816-324-3121

Cainsville Medical Clinic 660-893-5750

We’re proud to be a non-proﬁt, community-owned organization. Unlike traditional healthcare providers, Northwest Health is governed by a board of volunteers–at least 51% of whom are consumers of our services. That’s why no matter where you go, you can be sure that all Northwest Health locations… • Are open to all residents, regardless of insurance status • Provide reduced cost care based on ability to pay • Tailor services to ﬁt the special needs and priorities of local communities • Provide services based on the advice of local residents, businesses, churches, and other organizations • Offer services that help everyone access health care, such as translation, health education, and chronic disease management. Medicare, Medicaid & Commercial Insurance Welcome. Discounts available to those who qualify.

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MoDOT continues major highway improvements By Ray Scherer

ber. Crews also recently worked to complete a Safe & Sound bridge A challenging budget hasn’t kept project on U.S. Highway 169 at Rochthe Missouri Department of Transester, Mo. portation from tackling significant Future area roadwork includes improvements for St. Joseph area resurfacing, pavement repair and highways. shoulder improvements for HighIn Buchanan County, for inway 59 in Andrew County — from stance, the MoDOT District One the I-29 Loop at Country Club office said its recent projects have Village, Mo., to County Line Road. included ongoing pavement repairs Officials anticipate letting bids in to U.S. Highway 36 east of the city June. — from Missouri Highway 31 to A redecking of the I-29 bridge S.W. Taylor Road in DeKalb County. in Andrew County over Missouri Concrete replacement, on Highway Highway DD may have bids let in 36 from Missouri Route AC to InJuly. In Buchanan County, replaceterstate 29, was completed in early ment of the Highway 59 “Bankers August. Deck maintenance also was Crossing” Bridge and roadway reloperformed that month on the Route cation has an anticipated bid letting AC-U.S. Highway 36 Bridge. of December 2013. Ongoing pavement repair and MoDOT officials said all of the shoulder work has been addressed projects have been pursued despite on Missouri Highway 45 from the funding issues, such as a decrease Platte County line to U.S. Highway in fuel tax collections. Current 59. Both Missouri Route M and projections predict a need for Missouri Route DD were closed — at additional state funds in six years. the Sugar Creek and Malden Creek For instance, MoDOT must rely on bridges, respectively — as part of revenue from the state’s 17-cent gas the Safe & Sound Bridge Improvetax to supply a highway trust fund ment Program. — a level that has remained stable One of the newer projects awardsince 1992. ed a contract to Herzog Contracting “In short, the more gas costs, Corp. of St. Joseph for work on the less motorists drive and the Interstate 29. A milling operation less revenue is available for conwas followed by a 1½-inch asphalt struction and maintenance on our overlay on both the northbound and roads,” MoDOT said. “Missourians southbound lanes from mile marker need to decide what kind of trans31 to mile marker 40. portation system they want ... and In Andrew County later in the how they will pay for it.” summer, work crews prepared U.S. Residents have numerous options Highway 71 for resurfacing between for obtaining updates on MoDOT’s I-29 and Highway 59. Herzog has various road projects. One method been awarded a $3.1 million conis to subscribe to e-mail alerts and tract for a 5.8-mile stretch of the receive up-to-the minute informahighway, from just north of Hightion on a county-by-county basis. way 59 south to the interstate. The Register at https://www4.modot. work involved concrete replacement mo.gov/eMoDOTWeb/jsp/signon/signon. on the main highway ahead of the jsp, or visit www.modot.org/northwest asphalt overlay. The entire project and click on the left tab, “E-Upis expected to finish by mid-Novem- dates.”

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Those who use social media can follow MoDOT’s Northwest District on Facebook at www.

facebook.com/MoDOTNWDistrict or through Twitter at www.

twitter.com/ModotNorthwest.

The MoDOT Traveler Information Map can be consulted during the summer driving season at www.modot.org/north west. When roadwork is being performed, the map informs travelers of the location of reduced speed limits, lane restrictions or road closures. Motorists also may receive information by calling MoDOT at 1-888-ASK MODOT (275-6636).

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Health services By JENNIFER GORDON

underserved areas to diagnose acute care issues.

St. Joseph News-Press

As health care reform unrolls, it will become more important to find primary-care providers and connect to health services. The St. Joseph area offers a number of medical options for all ages and income levels.

Heartland Health, community health line 271-8850.

The city’s primary health system serves a 21-county region. It is a 2009 winner of the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award. Heartland accepts most insurance carriers and offers both specialty and primary care at its main campus, 5325 Faraon St., and in its area clinics. It also sponsors community outreach programs like the 4th Grade Challenge, an educational program for fourth-grade students, the Patee Market Youth Dental Clinic, which serves children with Medicaid, and the Community Mobile Care Clinic, which makes stops in medically

Northwest Health Services, 232-6818

As a federally qualified health center, Northwest Health Services accepts Medicaid, Medicare and most commercial insurance carriers, and it offers reduced cost of care for patients who qualify. It operates five clinics in St. Joseph, including Northwest Family Dental and Northwest Behavioral Health. Northwest Health Services also has clinics in Savannah, Mo., Mound City, Mo., Braymer, Mo., Cainsville, Mo., King City, Mo., Oregon, Mo., and Hamilton, Mo.

City of St. Joseph Health Department, 271-4636

Located at Patee Hall, 904 S. 10 St., the city health department clinic provides immunization services for all ages, free public flu vaccine clinics, tuberculosis testing and care, pregnancy tests, prenatal care for those who qualify, sexually transmitted disease testing, community health services, blood

pressure tests and free head lice checks, among other services. It also works with the state Women, Infants and Children program to provide nutritional support and healthy food vouchers for pregnant women, nursing mothers and children under age 5. Families must meet the income guidelines, available on the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services website, www.health.mo.gov.

Social Welfare Board, 233-5188

The oldest free clinic in the United States serves uninsured Buchanan County residents who do not qualify for government-assisted or commercial insurance and who live below the 100 percent of the federal poverty level. The Social Welfare Board is at the Patee Market Health Center, 904 S. 10 St. Ste A. Qualifying residents receive health and dental care. It also provides gynecological clinics, an arthritis clinic, mental health counseling and medical outreach to the homeless population, among other services.

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Weston’s many restaurants include a café, a bar and grill or the appeal of the tea room above an old fashioned soda fountain. Crisp tablecloths, candle light and 4 star food is available at two celebrated restaurants. Stop by the Irish pub, the brewery or taste samples from our famous distillery and award winning wines. Live Irish music 4 days a week in the pub and the opry features country, bluegrass, gospel and more on Sunday. Stay in one of the charming Bed & Breakfasts or at the historic downtown Hotel. When you visit Weston you can be pampered with salon facials, pedicures and manicures and then unwind with a healthful and rejuvenating massage. All of our attractions, concerts, galleries & museums, historic homes, skiing, city and state parks… along with the special seasonal and monthly events… can be enjoyed all year long. Visit www.westonmo.com to see a list of the events coming up.

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Local spending keeps St. Joseph strong By CLINTON THOMAS St. Joseph News-Press

Obviously when you can get your citizens to think locally and shop locally, you turn your money over in your economy.

— TED ALLISON,

chief executive officer of the St. Joseph Metro Chamber

When a customer walks out of one of St. Joseph’s many places of business, his or her mind likely focuses on the new item in the shopping bag or the food in his or her belly. Yet each purchase brings other benefits that go unnoticed. For every dollar spent on non-grocery items in St. Joseph, consumers pay 7.7 cents in sales tax. Of that amount, 3.475 cents goes to local government and tourism. That rate also applies to grocery purchases, as the state waives sales tax on food purchases while local governments do not. The money pays for the streets shoppers drive on, the police and firefighters that keep them safe and a host of other items that bind the community fabric. Ted Allison, president and chief executive officer of the St. Joseph Metro Chamber, explained the importance of local spending in keeping the community strong. Money spent in St. Joseph creates jobs and further purchases within the city, while citizens who shop elsewhere help other communities instead. “Obviously when you can get your citizens to think locally and shop locally, you turn your money over in your economy,” Mr. Allison said. The Chamber uses a variety of programs to encourage local commerce. Members receive assorted networking opportunities, newsletters and e-mail correspondence promoting loyalty to other businesses in the Chamber. Meanwhile, efforts like the annual Shop St. Joseph program give the community an incentive to keep

their money in St. Joseph. “It’s not about trying to give someone $10,000. It’s a matter of reminding the public they can shop locally,” Mr. Allison said. So what do local residents get for the sales tax dollars they keep in the community? Of the 3.475 cents in local sales tax revenue collected on each dollar, city government takes a 2.375 cent share. From that amount, 1.5 cents goes to general revenue and public safety, paying for services like law enforcement and fire protection. Another .5 cents funds the city’s Capital Improvements Program, which voters renewed for six years in August of 2012. In recent years, the CIP has constructed the St. Joseph REC Center, replaced the 18th Street bridge and built a new Fire Station No. 12, among other projects. The remaining .375 cents helps pay for the local bus system, which served more than 300,000 passengers last year. Buchanan County receives the remaining 1.1 cents of the local share. The county spends .5 cents on general county and courthouse

operations. Another .25 cents pays for law enforcement, such as sheriff’s salaries, operation of the county jail and communications equipment. Like the city, the county has a voter-approved CIP program which collects .25 cents for capital projects throughout the county. The final .1 cents goes to tourism efforts, with last year’s tax generating $1.1 million that was used to market St. Joseph and provide matching funds for museums and other attractions. Brad McAnally, store director of St. Joseph Hy-Vee, co-chaired the committee that led the campaign to renew the 1/2-cent sales tax that funds the city’s Capital Improvements Program and previously chaired a committee to renew the 3/8-cent transit tax. When the city CIP tax passed Aug. 7, Mr. McAnally praised the voters for their willingness that night and in other recent elections to devote tax dollars to the public good. “This community is on a roll,” Mr. McAnally said. “We’ve had three straight elections in this community where the voters have said they want to move forward.”

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St. Joseph Schools ST. JOSEPH PUBLIC SCHOOLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Coleman Elementary School 3312 Beck Road, (816) 671-4100 Edison Elementary School 515 N. 22nd St., (816) 671-4110 Bessie Ellison Elementary School 45 S.E. 85th Road, (816) 667-5316 Eugene Field Elementary School 2602 Gene Field Road, (816) 671-4130 Hall Elementary School 2509 Duncan St., (816) 671-4160 Hosea Elementary School 6401 Gordon St., (816) 671-4180 Humboldt Elementary School 1520 N. Second St., (816) 671-4190 Hyde Elementary School 509 Thompson St., (816) 671-4210 Lake Contrary Elementary School 1800 Alabama St., (816) 671-4240 Lindbergh Elementary School 2812 St. Joseph Ave., (816) 671-4250 Mark Twain Elementary School 705 S. 31 St., (816) 671-4270 Noyes Elementary School 1415 N. 26th St., (816) 671-4290 Parkway Elementary School 2900 Duncan St., (816) 671-4310 Pershing Elementary School 2610 Blackwell Road, (816) 671-4320 Pickett Elementary School 3923 Pickett Road, (816) 671-4330 Skaith Elementary School 4701 Schoolside Lane, (816) 671-4370 MIDDLE SCHOOLS Bode Middle School (includes students from Field, Coleman, Ellison, Noyes, Edison and Mark Twain): 720 Noyes Boulevard; (816) 671-4050 Robidoux Middle School (includes students from Pershing, Lindbergh, Humboldt, Noyes, Coleman, Field and Edison): 4212 St. Joseph Ave., (816) 671-4350

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Truman Middle School (includes students from Pickett, Skaith, Mark Twain, Hall and Parkway): 3227 Olive St., (816) 671-4400 Spring Garden Middle School (includes students from Lake, Hosea Hyde, Parkway and Hall): 5802 S. 22nd St., (816) 671-4380

HIGH SCHOOLS Central High School 2602 Edmond St., (816) 671-4080 Benton High School 5655 S. Fourth St., (816) 671-4030 Lafayette High School 412 Highland Ave. (816) 671-4220

ALTERNATIVE SCHOOLS Hillyard Technical Center 3434 Faraon St., (816) 671-4170 Colgan Alternative Resource Center 3600 Frederick Ave., (816) 671-4072 Webster Learning Center, Ruth Huston Adult Programs, G.A.T.E, Alternative High School, Early Childhood Program: J.R.O.T.C: all at 1211 N. 18th St., (816) 671-4020

PAROCHIAL SCHOOLS Bishop LeBlond High School serves grades nine through 12, 3529 Frederick Ave., (816) 279-1629 St. Francis serving 3-year-olds through grade eight, 2614 Seneca, (816) 232-4911 St. James serving 3-year-olds through grade eight. 120 Michigan., (816) 238-0281 St. Joseph Cathedral serving 3-year-olds through grade eight, 518 N. 10th, (816) 232-8486

INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS St. Joseph Christian School: Serves preschool through grade 12, 5401 Gene Field Road; elementary school phone (816) 279-1555, secondary phone (816) 279-3760 South Park Christian Academy Serves preschool through grade 12 4405 S. 22nd St., (816) 232-6424 Children First School Serves preschool through grade six, 301 N. Seventh St., (816) 232-0553 East Side Baptist Academy Serves preschool and kindergarten, 2400 N. Belt Highway, (816) 233-8542 St. Paul Lutheran School and Childcare Serves preschool through grade eight 4715 Frederick Ave., (816) 279-1118 Prescott SDA School 1405 Weisenborn Road; (816) 279-8591 Saint Joseph Home School Support Group www.stjoehomeschool.com

SPECIAL NEEDS Helen Davis School 2900 Scott, (816) 387-2986 United Cerebral Palsy 3303 Frederick Ave., (816) 364-3836

St. Joseph School Board members

Dan Colgan president e-mail: dan.colgan@sjsd. k12.mo.us phone: (816) 233-9816

Brad Haggard vice president e-mail: brad.haggard@sjsd. k12.mo.us

Martin Rucker member e-mail: martin.rucker@sjsd. k12.mo.us

Dennis Snethen member e-mail: dennis.snethen@ sjsd.k12.mo.us

phone: (816) 261-5530

phone: (816) 238-7692

phone: (816) 238-1615

About the School Board The St. Joseph School District Board of Education meetings are held the second Monday of the month except for July, when there is no meeting. In June and August, the meeting is held on the fourth Monday. The meetings are held in the District Office Building at 925 Felix St. To view school board agendas and information for meetings, go to www.sjsd.k12.mo.us, click on the meeting date in the calendar on the right, or click “Agenda List” and select the meeting date. Agenda items are hyperlinked to a description and associated documentation. All agendas are posted on the district website. Meeting notices are posted at the district office, on the website and on cable Channel 41.

Sue Wagner member e-mail: sue.wagner@sjsd. k12.mo.us

Chris Danford member e-mail: chris.danford@sjsd. k12.mo.us

Sarah Siemens member e-mail: sarah.siemens@ sjsd.k12.mo.us

phone: (816) 364-3387

phone: (816) 364-4811

phone: (816) 2279-5459

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The St. Joseph School District has 1,577 total fulltime employees, including 915 teachers, 609 support staff and 53 administrators. The district also has approximately 300 part-time members. The district has an A+ bond rating. The district offers early childhood education and day care. For more information, call the district offices at 671-4000 or visit the district website at www.sjsd.k12.mo.us.

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Higher Education By JIMMY MYERS St. Joseph News-Press

St. Joseph is in the middle of a variety of higher education institutions that cater to many industries vital to the economic growth and sustainability of Northwest Missouri, north central Missouri and Northeast Kansas. Two-year colleges offer associate degrees, and public and private four-year colleges and universities offer undergraduate and graduate programs as well as pre-professional areas of study.

FOUR-YEAR UNIVERSITIES Missouri Western State University Western was established in 1915 as St. Joseph Junior College and became a four-year institution in 1969 when it was known as Missouri Western State College. Western earned university designation in 2005. The school, located on more than 500 acres of land, has 75 degree programs and about 6,100 students. There are 22,000-plus Western alumni living around the world. Western’s administrative building is located at 4525 Downs Drive, St. Joseph, MO 64507. (816) 271-4200.

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Northwest Missouri State University Northwest was established in 1905 as the Fifth District Normal School and underwent a few name changes in its evolution. The university’s administration building is located at 800 University Drive, Maryville, MO 64468. Northwest has 135 undergraduate programs and 36 graduate programs. Academic disciplines graduating the most students every year include business, education, geography and agriculture. Northwest enrolls around 7,000 students and has a student to teacher ratio of 21 to 1. (660)

562-1212.

FOUR-YEAR PRIVATE COLLEGE Benedictine College Founded in 1915 as St. Benedict’s, the school became an accredited liberal arts college in 1927. Mount St. Scholastica, a college for women, merged with St. Benedict’s in 1971 to become Benedictine College. Nearly 2,000 students attend the private college, which is consistently highly rated in the U.S. News & World Report ranking. There are 46 four-year major programs and 32 minor programs at Benedictine. The college also has eight pre-professional programs. The main building on campus is located at

1020 N. Second St., Atchison, KS 66002. (800) 467-5340.

TWO-YEAR COLLEGES North Central Missouri College North Central was founded in 1925 in Trenton, Mo. The twoyear school serves residents of north central Missouri and offers associate degrees and career certificates in accounting, business administration, criminal justice, health care careers, business technology, applied technology and education. Nearly 2,000 students are enrolled full time and part time at North Central. Visit that campus at 1301 Main St., Trenton, MO 64683.

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Highland Community College Highland is the oldest college in Kansas, founded in 1858. Highland has gone through eight different school names in its 150-year history. The two-year school offers associate degrees in science, art, applied science, general studies and nursing. Highland also offers 19 certificate programs at its nine locations, including the main campus in Highland, 606 W. Main, Highland, KS 66035. More than 3,000 students are enrolled with Highland. (785) 442-6000.

Two area libraries offer programming, activities, many types of books By KIM NORVELL

Library cards are free for any resident and can programs. be used at all four branches. Card holders also Both the St. Joseph and Savannah branches have access to an e-book database and a recordoffer children’s story times on a regular, weekly Two libraries offer free books and programed book database. basis, including a story time targeted specificalming for kids, teens and adults. The St. Joseph ly to babies. It also offers a unique database for Locations and hours: Public Library has four branches throughout the children called TumbleBooks, which features ❯ Administrative offices, 927 Felix St., (816) 232city. The Rolling Hills Library has one branch animated books that can be accessed and viewed 4038 in St. Joseph and one branch in Savannah, Mo., for free on their website. with a bookmobile expected to be in service by For teens and adults, the Belt branch holds ❯ Downtown Library, 927 Felix St., (816) 232-7729 spring 2013. Tech Tuesdays, a weekly computer class that Hours: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 9 a.m. teaches basic computing skills, including into 9 p.m.; Thursday, Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to St. Joseph Public Library formation on e-books and the Internet. And for 5 p.m. those 55 and older, the library offers a monthly http://sjpl.lib.mo.us ❯ East Hills Library, 502 N. Woodbine Road, (816) Classy Seniors group with a variety of different With four locations, the city library offers a 236-2136. Hours: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday activities planned. The seniors group also hosts variety of free programming for all ages. Each 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Wednesday, Friday and Saturday an Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group. program varies by date, time and branch, and In addition to programming, the library has 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. they are publicized on the library’s website and access to two e-book databases and an audio book ❯ Carnegie Library, 316 Massachusetts St., (816) 238calendar. database, which are available to library card 0526. Hours: Monday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.; Tuesday and holders. Residents of Andrew and Buchanan Every Tuesday, however, the East Hills LiThursday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Wednesday, Friday and brary offers a movie night for adults, starting at counties are eligible for a free library card. All Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 6:30 p.m. Once a month the same branch offers that is needed is a proof of address. Children una family movie night, which typically starts at der 13 require a parent or guardian’s signature. ❯ Washington Park Library, 1821 N. Third St., (816) 6:30 p.m. on the second Monday of the month. The Rolling Hills Library soon will have a 232-2052. Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday The library also offers a monthly program, bookmobile, expected to be in operation in the 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday noon to Local History Stage, which gives community spring of 2013. 8 p.m.; Saturday 1 to 5 p.m. members the chance to meet local historians and Locations and hours: authors, as well as learn about St. Joseph’s rich Rolling Hills Library ❯ Belt branch, 1904 N. Belt Highway, (816) 232-5479. history. The hour-long program is held on the second Wednesday of every month at the Joyce Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; www.rhcl.org Raye Patterson Senior Center, 100 S. 10th St., Friday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday With locations in both Andrew and Buchanacross from the Downtown Public Library. 1 to 5 p.m. In addition to programming, the library offers an counties, the Rolling Hills Library offers a ❯ Savannah branch, 514 W. Main St., Savannah, Mo., variety of programming for children, teens and free access to Internet, word processing and (816) 324-4569. Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friother software application programs. It also has adults, including different reading clubs for all day, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m; Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to full access to microfilm archives of newspapers ages. Information can be found on their weband genealogical records. 8 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. site, including dates and times of all their free St. Joseph News-Press

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Upholding history Local museums trace colorful past By MARSHALL WHITE St. Joseph News-Press

hroughout St. Joseph’s 170 years, the community has played an active role in the nation’s history. Two events have dominated that history, the Pony Express and the death of the outlaw Jesse James, but the story’s even richer when one looks at the whole community.

Local museums provide an interpretation of the community’s changing role throughout the decades that have passed. These museums offer family fun and education through the exhibits they’ve created to showcase wellknown and lesser-known events. $3 seniors, $2 students. Call 232-8206. Website: can eat lunch at the AKMA café from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday. Call 233-7003. Website: www.albrecht-kemper.org.

Buchanan County Courthouse, Fifth and Jules streets

This museum is an example of 19th century architecture and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Ford brothers were tried here for the murder of Jesse James. Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Admission: free. Website: www.stjomo.com/see-do/museums/buchanan

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Glore Psychiatric Museum 3406 Frederick Ave.

Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art 2818 Frederick Ave.

The museum contains more than 3,000 works of 18th, 19th and 20th century American art, along with special exhibits featuring national, regional and local artists. The museum features works representing the American West and the colonial period, including an original Rembrandt Peale of George Washington. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 1 to 4 p.m. weekends. Admission: $5 adults, $2 seniors, $1 students and free for members. Visitors 22 September 2012 | AROUND ST. JOSEPH

This museum chronicles the history of what was once known as the “State Lunatic Asylum No. 2” and offers historical exhibits relating to psychiatric treatment. See St. Joseph Museum for hours and costs or call 232-8471. Website:

www.stjosephmuseum.org.

Jesse James House Museum, 12th and Penn streets

This National Register of Historic Places site features exhibits on the outlaw’s life and death, including the infamous bullet hole and artifacts from the grave. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 1 to 4:30 p.m. Sundays, April to October. Admission: $4 adults,

www.ponyexpressjessejames.com.

Mitchell Park Plaza Museum & Gallery

1300 S. 11th St., Suite 150. The newest effort to create a museum is housed in the old Western Tablet factory building constructed in 1910. The volunteers have been busy gathering materials for exhibits with employee photos, cookbooks and other memorabilia, including a Thomas Dewey tablet showing the candidate as president instead of Harry Truman. A highlight of the museum includes a second floor solid oak office front standing more than 10 feet tall and a 1906 photograph of the original employees at the 1906 building located at Fourth and Mary streets. The suite also includes an art gallery that currently hosts paintings, pottery, photography and other types of art made by local artists from the Riverwalk Art Association. Art classes also are offered. Hours 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Friday. Admission free, donations accepted. Call for appointments, 351-0964.

Mount Mora Cemetery 824 Mount Mora Road

The city’s only cemetery listed on the National Register of Historic Places is the burial site of three Missouri governors, two Pony Express riders, a Confederate general, the nation’s first licensed embalmer and hundreds of other interesting folks. Tours by appointment. Costs: $5 adults, $1 children. Call 232-8471. Internet: www.mountmora.org.

National Military Heritage Museum Seventh and Messanie streets

Housed in a 19th century Richardson-Romanesque building that once housed the St. Joseph Police Department, the exhibits tell America’s military history with an interactive World War I trench exhibit, World War II battle models, a Vietnam memorial, a research library and a 9/11 memorial. The museum also features stories about the city’s three Medal of Honor recipients. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays. Admission: $3 adults. Call 2334321. Website: nationalmilitaryheritagemuseum.com.

Northwest Missouri Genealogical Society 412 Felix St.

The society promotes the study of family history or genealogy through its extensive collections of cemetery, census, court, death, funeral home, marriage, probate, tax and other records. The Caskey genealogical history library also offers thousands of volumes of compiled information. The society also maintains extensive microfilm record collections and is wired for Wi-Fi. Hours: 2 to 8 p.m. Tuesday; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; noon to 4 p.m. the first and third Saturday of the month; and noon to 4 p.m. the fourth Sunday of the month. Closed January and February. Membership: $15 annually. Or $5 per day for non-members. Call 233-0524. Website: nwmogenealogy.com.

Patee House Museum 12th and Penn streets

The city’s only National Historic Landmark is the former Patee House, a mid-19th century hotel packed with two floors of exhibits. This historic building served as the Pony Express headquarters and during the Civil War housed the Union Provost Marshal’s headquarters. Stellar exhibits include climbing aboard a Hannibal and St. Joseph Railroad steam engine with tender and mail car parked beside a depot. Families will enjoy riding on the vintage “Wild Thing” carousel. There’s an authentic replica of a western Concord stagecoach, firetrucks, racing cars and 19th century storefronts. Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday; and 1 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, April to October. Admission: $6 adults, $5 seniors, $4 students. Carousel rides are $1.50 each or four for $5. Call 232-8206. Website: www.ponyexpressjessejames.com.

Pony Express National Museum 914 Penn St.

Exhibits tell the story of the Pony Express stable’s archeology, St. Joseph postal history, money used in Pony Express days and weapons of the West. Families are sure to have a good time visiting the museum’s newest building, a replica of a 1860s one-room schoolhouse. The museum

also is the site of the annual PumpkinFest, a family event that lights up the Great Pumpkin Mountain each October. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors and $3 students. For group rates and other discounts call 279-5059. Website: www.ponyexpress.org.

Remington Nature Center 1502 McArthur Drive

The city’s newest full-fledged museum attraction offers a family-friendly atmosphere filled with natural history exhibits, including a pair of woolly mammoths that greet visitors. The center also offers visitors a look at the results of archaeological excavations throughout Northwest Missouri, including fossil finds and Native American artifacts. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission: $3 adults, $2 senior and $1 youth. Call for group rates and other discounts: 271-5499. Website: www.stjoenaturecenter.info.

Robidoux Row Museum Third and Poulin streets

Operated by the St. Joseph Historical Society, this National Register of Historic Places building features a series of mid-19th century connected apartments built by city founder Joseph Robidoux. The museum is the society’s headquarters and features fur trade exhibits and several reconstructed 1847 apartments as well as St. Joseph history exhibits, including a look at the Catholic girl’s school and convent. Hours: 10 a.m to 4 p.m. weekdays and 1 to 4 p.m. weekends, May through September; 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, October through April. Closed January. Admission: $2.50 adults, $2 seniors, $1 students. Call 232-5861. Website:

St. Joseph Museum 3406 Frederick Ave. The city’s oldest museum preserves the community’s history from prehistoric times into the 20th century. The museum is noted for its Native American artifacts collection and currently features Civil War medical exhibits. Admission includes access to the Glore Psychiatric Museum and Black Archives. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $3 students. For group rates and other discounts call 232-8471. Website: stjosephmuseum.org.

Twin Spires Museum 501 S. 10th St. The former Immaculate Conception Catholic Church offers an example of German architecture transposed into an American church by architect Edmund Eckel. The church features twin copper-sheathed steeples and spectacular stained glass windows shown in a vaulted ceiling sanctuary with a stunning eastern apse. Hours by appointment. Call 233-9788 for appointments and costs. Website: twinspirescathedral.com.

www.robidouxrowmuseum.org.

St. Joseph Black Archives 3406 Frederick Ave.

Featuring exhibits on the African-American experience in St. Joseph, including integration, education, music and the life of Coleman Hawkins, a St. Joseph native and nationally recognized jazz musician. See St. Joseph Museum for hours and costs, or call 232-8471. Website: www.

stjosephmuseum.org.

St. Joseph Fire Museum 11th and Penn streets

Features a collection documenting the development of the city’s fire department starting in the 1860s. Visitors tour a 1938 fire station with two American LaFrance open cab pumper trucks, a 1949 and a 1952 that are used in area parades. Hours by appointment. The museum is a geocache site. Admission is free, and donations are accepted. Membership is $5 annually. Call 671-0410. Website:

www.ci.st-joseph.mo.us/fire/fire_museum.cfm.

Wyeth-Tootle Mansion 11th and Charles streets The apex of the Museum Hill Historic District is this 1879 Victorian mansion with 43 rooms created by architect E.J. Eckel. The mansion’s first floor shows off the lavish lifestyle and is available for special events. The second floor features exhibits portraying aspects of St. Joseph history. The third floor contains exhibits on the natural history of the area. The mansion also hosts doll exhibits from its extensive Society of Memories doll collections. Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday, April through November. Other hours by appointment. Admission: $4 adults, $2 students. Call for group rates, other discounts and appointments 232-8471. Website: www.stjosephmuseum.org. AROUND ST. JOSEPH | September 2012 23

Area arts, theatrical organizations abound By SHEA CONNER St. Joseph News-Press

Do you want to bask in priceless paintings? How about some rock ‘n’ roll, classical music or a Broadway musical? Would you like to start your own stage career? If you answered “yes” to any of those questions, you might be interested in the efforts of the following arts organizations.

Allied Arts Council

118 S. Eighth St. | (816) 233-6704 Founded in 1963, the Allied Arts Council is one of the oldest in Missouri and is acknowledged statewide as an arts leader. In 1990, the city of St. Joseph designated the Allied Arts Council as St. Joseph’s official community arts agency. With a volunteer base approaching 2,000, the council takes the lead in our community in organizing, fundraising, advocating, educating and servicing the local arts community. The Allied Arts Council provides educational programs, art exhibits and summer youth arts programs and operates the annual Trails West! arts and music festival. On an annual basis, Trails West! is the most attended entertainment event in St. Joseph. In recent years, the festival has hosted music acts like Taylor Swift, The Band Perry, Jake Owen, Luke Bryan, Loverboy, Uncle Kracker, Tower of Power and many more.

Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art 2818 Frederick Ave. | (816) 233-7003

The Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art has one of the finest collections of 18th, 19th and 20th century American art in the Midwest region. Through special exhibitions, educational programs, performance events

and publications, the Albrecht-Kemper serves as a cultural arts center for Northwest Missouri. Recent exhibitions have included the works of nationally renowned artists like painter Markus Pierson, musician Anthony Glise and charcoal drawing artist William Rose. The museum originated in 1913 with the foundation of the St. Joseph Art League — 12 women who sought to increase public awareness and understanding of the arts. The league opened the Albrecht Gallery in 1966 in the former home of Mr. and Mrs. William Albrecht. At the initiation of a major building expansion in 1991, the gallery became the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art, honoring the patronage of Mr. R. Crosby Kemper. Through the generosity of the Kemper family and foundations, and many other enthusiastic supporters, the museum’s collection has grown to include colonial portraits, a rich holding of American landscape paintings as well as distinguished examples of American Impressionism.

Performing Arts Association 719 Edmond St. | (816) 279-1225

The Performing Arts Association is a nonprofit corporation formed in 1979 that has strengthened the performing arts in St. Joseph and supported the development of the Missouri Theater into a regional center for the performing arts. The Performing Arts Association has brought national touring acts from all over the world to St. Joseph — from classical and popular music acts to contemporary and classical dance troupes as well as dramatic and musical theater productions. Along the way, PAA has encouraged the development of new works through commissioning and artistic residencies. The organization has also provided performing arts education programs for area youth without

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any access barriers, and to the extent possible, offered performing arts education programs to the general population of the greater St. Joseph area.

Robidoux Resident Theatre

118 S. Eighth St. | (816) 232-1778 Robidoux Resident Theatre is an organization that focuses on professional quality theater productions with the spirit of volunteerism. RRT is known for its impressive community theater productions at the Missouri Theater — recent examples include “Rent,” “Cabaret,” “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang,” “High School Musical,” “Chicago” and “Willy Wonka” — as well as dinner theater plays at Robidoux Landing Playhouse. In the last five years, RRT community productions have won awards on both the state and national level. In addition to the organization’s community theater efforts, RRT hosts children’s theatre camps and seeks national performing acts to appear in St. Joseph. In recent years, RRT brought stand-up comedians Ron White and Alex Reymundo to Joetown, and Reymundo even filmed his Showtime comedy special at the Missouri Theater.

Saint Joseph Symphony

120 S. Eighth St. | (816) 233-7701 Directed by Rico McNeela, the Saint Joseph Symphony performs orchestral music pieces in concert at the Missouri Theater and chamber music arrangements in smaller venues around St. Joseph. This talented symphony has performed the works of legendary composers like Beethoven, Handel, Bach and Tchaikovsky as well as several pieces penned by lesser-known songsmiths. All the while, symphony concerts have featured renowned guest violinists, guitarists, cellists and opera singers from around the globe. The symphony’s educational outreach can’t be understated either. The group

performs a series of youth concerts at the Missouri Theater, and its “Instrumental Infusion” program at Missouri Western State University lets fifth-graders try out instruments in preparation for orchestra or band when they reach sixth grade.

Missouri Western Department of Theatre and Cinema 4525 Downs Drive, Potter Hall (816) 271-4490 This college department has come a long way in the two short years since associate professors Dallas Henry and Tee Quillin took the reigns. In the past two seasons, Western has taken on complex theater productions like “Phantom,” “Little Shop of Horrors” and “A Christmas Carol.” In conjunction with The Western Institute, the department also created Western Playhouse, the St. Joseph area’s first professional summer theater company. This new venture has given Western students the chance to work with professional stage actors from all over the Midwest. In its first season, Western Playhouse presented “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown,” Neil Simon’s “Barefoot in the Park” and “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change.” Additional St. Joseph arts organizations ❯ American Guild of Organists ❯ Creative Arts Productions (CAP) ❯ Midwest Artist Association ❯ RiverSong Chorus ❯ Riverwalk Art Association ❯ St. Joseph Community Chorus ❯ Voices of America

Theater offerings By SHEA CONNER St. Joseph News-Press

From symphony concerts and tribute band gigs to community plays and touring arts productions, here are all of the goings-on in St. Joseph’s theaters during the next year.

MISSOURI THEATER 717 Edmond St.

❯ Oct. 6: Saint Joseph Symphony presents “Orchestral Fireworks,” 7:30 p.m. ❯ Oct. 13: A Neil Diamond Tribute, 7:30 p.m. ❯ Oct. 14: Performing Arts Association presents Tom Wopat and His Jazz Trio, 2 p.m. ❯ Oct. 26-27: Robidoux Resident Theatre presents “Cats,” 7:30 p.m. ❯ Oct. 28: Robidoux Resident Theatre presents “Cats,” 2 p.m. ❯ Nov. 2: Robidoux Resident Theatre presents “Brit Beat: A Tribute to The Beatles,” 7:30 p.m. ❯ Nov. 15: Performing Arts Association presents “Away in the Basement: A Church Basement Ladies Christmas,” 7 p.m. ❯ Nov. 17: Performing Arts Association presents “Nunset Boulevard” (starring Cindy Williams), 8 p.m. ❯ Nov. 24: NWMO Gospel Concert Series presents Charlotte Ritchie, 7:30 p.m. ❯ Nov. 25: Roy Clark Christmas Show, 3 p.m. ❯ Dec. 7-8: Robidoux Resident Theatre presents “A Christmas Story,” 7:30 p.m. ❯ Dec. 9: Robidoux Resident Theatre presents “A Christmas Story,” 2 p.m. ❯ Dec. 15: Saint Joseph Symphony presents “Yuletide Pops,” 7 p.m. ❯ Jan. 26, 2013: Performing Arts Association presents Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, 7 p.m. ❯ Feb. 9, 2013: Robidoux Resident Theatre presents “Quixotic: Cirque du Soleil,” 7:30 p.m. ❯ Feb. 21-23: Robidoux Resident Theatre presents “The Little Mermaid,” 7:30 p.m. ❯ Feb. 24: Robidoux Resident Theatre presents “The Little Mermaid,” 2 p.m. ❯ Feb. 28, 2013: Performing Arts Association presents The Lettermen, 7:30 p.m. ❯ March 9, 2013: Robidoux Resident Theatre presents “Alabma Revival,” 7:30 p.m. ❯ March 23, 2013: Saint Joseph Symphony presents “Classical Jazz,” 7:30 p.m. ❯ April 11, 2013: Robidoux Resident Theatre presents “Seussical The Musical,” 9 and 11 a.m. ❯ April 12, 2013: Robidoux Resident Theatre presents Juke Box Junction: The Glenn Miller Orchestra and The Diamonds in Concert, 7:30 p.m. ❯ April 13, 2013: Performing Arts Associa-

tion presents “An Evening With Groucho,” 8 p.m. ❯ April 26-27, 2013: Robidoux Resident Theatre presents “Our Town,” 7:30 p.m. ❯ April 28, 2013: Robidoux Resident Theatre presents “Our Town,” 2 p.m. ❯ July 12-13, 2013: Robidoux Resident Theatre presents “The King and I,” 7:30 p.m. ❯ July 14, 2013: Robidoux Resident Theatre presents “The King and I” 2 p.m.

POTTER HALL THEATER

Missouri Western State University, Potter Hall ❯ Oct. 4-7: Missouri Western presents “J.B.,” TBA ❯ Nov. 29-Dec. 8: Missouri Western presents “Annie,” TBA ❯ Feb. 21-24, 2013: Missouri Western presents “Private Lives,” TBA (in rotating repertory with “God of Carnage”) ❯ Feb. 28-March 3, 2013: Missouri Western presents “Private Lives,” TBA (in rotating repertory with “God of Carnage”) ❯ April 11-14, 2013: Missouri Western presents “Sweeney Todd,” TBA

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All performances are held on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Friday and Saturday shows start at 7:30 p.m. (with dinner served at 6:30 p.m.). All Sunday shows start at 2 p.m. (with lunch served at 12:30 p.m.). ❯ Sept. 21-Oct. 7: Robidoux Resident Theatre presents “Forever Plaid” ❯ Nov. 16-18: Robidoux Resident Theatre presents “Some Enchanted Evening: The Music of Rodgers and Hammerstein” ❯ Nov. 30-Dec. 16: Robidoux Resident Theatre presents “The Winter Wonderettes” ❯ March 8-24, 2013: Robidoux Resident Theatre presents “The Cemetery Club” ❯ May 3-19, 2013: Robidoux Resident Theatre presents “Nunsense A-Men” ❯ Aug. 5-21, 2013: Robidoux Resident Theatre presents “Hot Flashes”

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There’s plenty to do around St. Joseph By SYLVIA ANDERSON St. Joseph News-Press

St. Joseph is fortunate to be surrounded by a number of top-rated attractions to visit — all within an hour or so drive. You’ll find something for every age and interest. Here are a few favorites to get you started:

Shatto Dairy

Turn a lesson on where milk comes from into a fun-filled day trip for your whole family at the Shatto Dairy Farm in Osborn, Mo. You’ll be able to milk a cow and see baby calves, possibly getting to bottle feed one yourself. You’ll also learn how milk is processed and all the steps it goes through before it ends up on the table. The dairy also makes artisan cheese and several flavors of cheese curds, so visitors can watch the process through glass windows and see down into the vats via television cameras. The family farm has received international attention for its hormone-free milk sold in unique glass bottles, along with its butter, ice cream and flavored milks. More information and a map is available at www.shattomilk.com.

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Visitors pet a cow last month during Shatto Milk Company’s annual ‘Family Day at the Farm.’

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Weston Brewing Company

Established in 1842, The Weston Brewing Company was one of the first lager breweries in the United States. At its business peak during the early 1900s, the company label was known internationally. Today, the company continues to create popular handcrafted brews such as their flagship, O’Malley’s Irish Ale. You’ll also want to take in some nationally recognized Irish entertainment at O’Malley’s Pub located in three vaulted limestone cellars of the Weston Brewing Company. It’s a cozy, cave-like atmosphere that attracts all ages for pub food, draught ales, lagers and cider, along with 10 kinds of Irish whiskey. Full dinner menus are offered at O’Malley American Bowman restaurant next door. Brewery tours are available on Saturday afternoons and include a walking tour of historic Weston, the current brewery, historic underground cellars and tastings. Get more information at www.

westonirish.com.

Haunted Atchison

Atchison, Kan., prides itself as being the Midwest’s spookiest location. The popular Haunted Atchison Tours will take you around town in a trolley so you can learn the spooky history of some of the most haunted homes. You also can take in some mystery walking tours, ghostly dining experiences, tombstone rubbing events and an enchanted tea party. A limited schedule of events is offered each summer, then things reach a climax during September and October, when more than 200 eerie tours and special events are offered. See www.atchisonkansas.net/ HauntedAtchison for more information.

Snow Creek

Skiing and snowboarding are just 30 miles or so away at Snow Creek near Weston, Mo. It may not be Colorado, but they have beginner, intermediate and advanced slopes. And if there is not enough snow, they make their own with 60 snowmaking machines. Ski bunnies can enjoy the view and food and drinks at the ski lodge. There’s also Tornado Alley Tube Park, a 700-foot-long snowcovered “mountain” for snow tubing. Get more information at skisnowcreek.com.

The Great Northwest Missouri Wine Trail

Wineries in Northwest Missouri are booming to the point they have their own wine trail this year. Stop at one or visit several: Belvior in Liberty; Fence Stile in Excelsior Springs; Jowler Creek in Platte City; Ladoga Ride in Smithville; Pirtle in Weston; Riverwood in north Rushville; Van Till in Rayville; and Windy Wine in Osborn. Most of them have special events, tours and tastings. See a map at nwmissouriwine.com.

Jamesport, Mo.

You’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time when you visit Jamesport, Mo. It’s the home to Missouri’s largest Amish community, where they drive horse-drawn carriages instead of

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Skiers and snowboarders take a ride on the Tiger Lift to descend down the Wild Turkey slope last season at Snow Creek in Weston, Mo. cars. It’s a place to find high-quality crafted furniture, crafts, antiques and home-style food. Festivals are held every month, and “Step Back in Time” tours are offered year round. Most stores do not accept credit cards, so bring cash. Visit www.jamesport.net for more information.

Kansas City

You will soon learn, if you don’t know already, that Kansas City is split across Missouri and Kansas, bordered by several smaller cities, including Independence, Mo., Lee’s Summit, Mo., and Overland Park, Kan. There are whole books devoted to all the things you can see and do (see visitkc.com), but here are a few of Kansas City’s signature attractions: The Country Club Plaza, designed in 1922 as the nation’s first outdoor shopping area, is a 15-block shopping district with 150 stores and dozens of restaurants worth strolling through just to see the incredible Spanish style architecture, fountains and artwork. Starting Thanksgiving eve, the area is lit up with Christmas lights for the whole season. Union Station is a stately former train station built in 1914 that houses several restaurants, shops and permanent and traveling museum collections. Much of the station’s former grandeur has been saved and restored, including

three 3,500-pound chandeliers and a six-foot wide clock hanging in the station’s central arch. Union Station also is home to Science City, which has more than 50 hands-on science activities for kids and the Extreme Screen Theater, the region’s only 3-D projection system with a screen five stories tall. Located adjacent to Union Station and joined by The Link, an elevated climate-controlled walkway, is Crown Center. Home to the international headquarters of Hallmark Cards, the three-level Crown Center Shops features more than 60 shops and restaurants. Here you also will find LEGOLAND Discovery Center and Sea Life Aquarium, along with the American Theater and the Coterie Theatre for kids. The Kansas City Zoo is located inside Swope Park, one of the largest city parks in the U.S. and is home to more than 1,000 animals. The animals are divided by country and live in a natural habitat. Besides the usual lions, tigers and bears, there are many unique animals and features, including an indoor rain forest, a 227-foot-long suspension bridge that connects the African plains area of the zoo to the Congo area and the African Sky Safari, where a chairlift takes you across the African plains. Get more information at kansascityzoo.org.

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Parks, recreational facilities get you out there By KEVIN KRAUSKOPF St. Joseph News-Press

It’s easy to keep active in St. Joseph. From the city’s historic Parkway System and modern, stateof-the-art fitness facilities to a simple afternoon at the neighborhood park, fun recreational activities for all ages and abilities are never far away.

Bartlett Park The city’s beautiful Parkway System runs through this 24-acre park featuring a picnic area, playground, shelter and two baseball fields located near 32nd and Duncan streets.

Bode Sports Complex Located at 2500 Southwest Parkway adjacent to Phil Welch Stadium, Bode Sports Complex opened in 1999. The complex is connected to Bode Ice Arena and includes six lighted outdoor basketball courts and an inline skate park. The complex is open year-round as weather permits.

College Hill Park Located at 12th and Henry streets, this park has space for basketball and softball as well as playground equipment and open play areas.

Coleman Hawkins Park at Felix Street Square Located at Eighth and Felix streets in Downtown St. Joseph, this park hosts the annual Coleman Hawkins Jazz and Blues festivals, the Sounds of Summer Concert Series and several other events throughout the year.

Corby Grove This 105-acre park bounded by Ashland, 22nd, Marion and Osage streets offers a four-acre fishing pond, three tennis courts and lighted youth baseball fields. It’s also a stop on St. Joseph’s Parkway System.

Maple Leaf Parkway A youth baseball field, skate park and playground can be found at this park located at Grand Avenue and Richardson Street.

Fairview Golf Course An intermediate level golf course, Fairview is located at 33rd and

Pacific streets and also offers a driving range, clubhouse, concessions, locker rooms, pro shop and meeting room.

Golf Club of St. Joseph This club, located at 6480 S.E. U.S. Highway 169, features a nine-hole par 3 course, driving range, miniature golf course, pro shop and batting cages.

Griffon Indoor Sports Complex This $10.3 million facility located at Missouri Western State University opened in July 2010. The complex is utilized by the Griffon football, softball, baseball, soccer and golf teams and also is the summer training camp home of the Kansas City Chiefs.

Heritage Park Softball Complex Near the riverfront at 2202 Waterworks Road sit five championship-caliber softball fields, seating for more than 2,000 spectators and a large concessions pavilion. The complex hosts summer and fall softball leagues and has been the site of statewide high school and national collegiate championship tournaments. Heritage Park also features a 2,200-square-foot playground area.

Hochman Park A lighted youth baseball field, playground and open play areas can be found at this park, located at Pickett Road and Hillside Lane.

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autumn and the South Pole holiday display each winter.

King Hill Overlook This park, located at Southwest Parkway and King Hill Drive, provides a scenic overlook of St. Joseph from the city’s southern end.

Joyce Raye Patterson Senior Citizens Center This 19,000-square-foot facility offers a fitness center, art exhibitions and activities for those 50 and older. Its cafeteria is open to the public and serves lunch weekly from Tuesday through Friday.

Krug Park This historic, 162-acre park located off St. Joseph Avenue features a 1.2-mile circular drive, outdoor amphitheater, lagoon, native animal exhibit, several picnic and playground areas, nature and bike trails and a beautiful rose garden. The Northend Festival and Holiday Park are popular events held annually at Krug Park.

John Lucas Park Located at 18th and Charles streets, this park offers basketball and volleyball courts and an active play area. The Bartlett Center, Head Start and a gymnasium are housed in the adjacent Horace Mann School building.

Mitchell Park Located near 10th and Duncan streets, this park offers an open play and rest area.

This 33-acre park provides a scenic overlook of the Missouri River from atop the Missouri River Bluffs at Wyeth Hill. The park’s entrance is located at Poulin and Elwood streets. Amenities offered include picnic areas, a shelter and open play areas.

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A swimming pool, six lighted baseball fields, basketball and tennis courts, a skate park, playgrounds, shelters, picnic areas, a walk path and more can be found at this 93acre park bounded by Fourth, Ninth and Alabama streets and Hyde Park Avenue. The park is the site of the popular Southside Fall Festival each

The 400 block of Noyes Boulevard, just north of Messanie Street, is the location of the Noyes Sports Complex and St. Joseph Aquatic Park. The sports complex features 12 tennis courts, youth baseball and football fields, 16 horseshoe courts and a multipurpose building. The aquatic park is a favorite summer

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Located across from Krug Park on St. Joseph Avenue, the complex houses a swimming pool, lighted tennis, racquetball and handball courts, basketball goals, a lighted baseball field, three youth football fields and a playground area.

destination that features two water slides, a lazy river, leisure pool and zero-depth entry sun deck.

Patee Park This historic district situated around the Pony Express Museum, located at 914 Penn St., features historical monuments, play areas, a picnic shelter and more.

Phil Welch Stadium Major League Baseball Hall-ofFamers Satchel Paige, Yogi Berra, Stan Musial, Mickey Mantle and Earl Weaver all have stepped foot in Phil Welch Stadium in its 70plus year history. Built in 1939 and recently renovated, the stadium is now the home of the MINK League affiliate St. Joseph Mustangs. The stadium is located at 2500 Southwest Parkway, adjacent to the Bode Sports Complex.

Riverfront Development Stretching from Riverfront Park at First and Francis streets north to Heritage Park, this development features a paved two-mile river walk.

St. Joseph REC Center Opening in July of 2012 at Southwest Parkway adjacent to Phil Welch Stadium, the new St. Joseph REC Center features three full-size basketball courts; fitness, cardio and weightlifting areas; and an indoor track. Membership is open to individuals and families, and access also is available at a daily rate. Select youth activities are free.

South Park Fastpitch Complex A youth softball complex with three lighted baseball fields can be found along Southwest Parkway at 22nd and Commercial streets.

Parkway System The 26-mile Parkway System links Krug Park in the North Side to Hyde Park in the South Side, meandering about St. Joseph in the process. A paved Hike and Bike Trail follows The Parkway with offshoots through many neighborhoods.

A look at area lakes

Recreational opportunities abound in water and on land By ERIN WISDOM St. Joseph News-Press

Being landlocked doesn’t mean Northwest Missouri is short on opportunities for boating, fishing and other water-based recreation. Here’s what is out there:

Bilby Ranch Lake Conservation Area

Excellent fishing opportunities await anglers trying this 110-acre lake 15 minutes west of Maryville (take U.S. Highway 71 north from St. Joseph to State Highway 46, turn left, then turn right on Burr Oak Road). Largemouth bass are plentiful, and with the high-density bass population, the panfishing in Bilby is outstanding. Numerous 1-acre and larger ponds on the area hold largemouth bass, bluegill and channel catfish for those anglers willing to walk in from the public parking lots.

Lake Contrary

Located southwest of St. Joseph, right outside of the city limits; take Alabama Street west to Lakefront Lane, then turn right. In addition to the lake itself, facilities available include playground equipment, picnic tables, sand volleyball and basketball courts, a softball field and restrooms.

Lewis and Clark Lake (Sugar Lake)

Located 20 miles southwest of St. Joseph on Missouri Highway 71, Lewis and Clark Lake and the state park surrounding it suffered flood damage in 2011, and the campground and swim beach remain closed. But the park is open for day use, including on its lake front and in its picnic areas and shelter area. Bird watchers also can come to Lewis and Clark to watch geese, great blue herons and snowy egrets flock to the oxbow lake.

Mozingo Lake Park and Recreation Area

Located approximately three miles east of Maryville, Mo., on the north side of U.S. Highway 136 and tucked away in the rolling hills of Northwest Missouri is Mozingo Lake Park and Recreation Area, a sportsman’s paradise among the fields of corn and soy. It offers the regional population a phenomenal outdoor experience on 3,000 acres. Activities and facilities available include bass, catfish, crappie and walleye fishing; camping in a RV park with more than 70 padded sites, in a primitive camping area with more than 50 sites or in cabins; a swim beach; three paved boat ramps; fish cleaning stations; several large picnic shelters, some with restroom

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Sailboats are a common sight on Smithville Lake, located about 20 miles south of St. Joseph on U.S. Highway 169. facilities; a handicap-accessible fishing dock; a youth camp with cabins; an 18-hole golf course; walking trails; horse trails; and permitted hunting areas on the north end of the facility. As an added bonus, the park area is bustling with wildlife, including white-tail deer, pheasant, turkeys, rabbits and waterfowl.

Pony Express Lake Conservation Area

Travel six miles west of Cameron, Mo., on U.S. Highway 36, then two miles north on U.S. Highway 33, then 1.5 miles on Route RA. This area contains 740 acres of old fields and more than 1,000 acres of grasslands, as well as forest, cropland and wetlands. In addition to providing public fishing and wildlife-based recreational opportunities near the St. Joseph and Kansas City metropolitan areas, the area demonstrates the balanced relationship that can exist between

agricultural operations and wildlife populations. Activities available include bird watching, camping, field trails (special-use permit required), fishing, hunting and boating.

Smithville Lake

Located about 20 miles south of St. Joseph on U.S. Highway 169, near Smithville, Mo., Smithville Lake is a 7,200-acre lake and has more than 175 miles of shoreline. Recreational opportunities and facilities available include two swim beaches, 777 campsites, reservable shelters, two full-service marinas that rent boats, one sailboat-only marina, a dockside restaurant, two public 18-hole golf courses within the Paradise Pointe Golf Complex, four disc golf courses, great fishing from shore or by boat, 25 miles of walking/biking trails, 11 miles of single-track mountain biking trail and 26 miles of equestrian trails.

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Of events Loads of entertaining events and activities take place throughout the year in St. Joseph. This list highlights some of the city’s biggest annual events. Be sure to check the St. Joseph News-Press and St. Joe Live for extensive coverage as these events take place.

Mardi Gras Parade: Sure it’s cold and

quite a way from New Orleans, but that never dampens the fun of Downtown St. Joseph’s annual late-winter Mardi Gras celebration.

Fourth of July: The city of St. Joseph throws a community-wide Independence Day celebration each year. Parties are staged along the Riverfront between Remington Nature Center and Heritage Park, with a fireworks display at nightfall. Over at Phil Welch Stadium, the St. Joseph Mustangs baseball team puts on a great show featuring fireworks and military tributes. In past years, the Mustangs have even taken on the U.S. Military All-Stars in a can’t-miss exhibition game.

South Side Fall Festival: Live music, arts

and craft vendors, a food court and children’s games all can be found at the South Side Fall Festival, an autumn staple. The family-friendly festival typically takes place in September at Hyde Park.

Rockin’ on the River: On the first Saturday of October, this free concert caps off the Parties on the Parkway concert series at Riverfront Park near Remington Nature Center. Josephine Expo: Organized by the people

Apple Blossom Festival: A pageant, parade, Juneteenth: Abraham Lincoln didn’t

who bring you Josephine magazine, a monthly women’s publication from the St. Joseph News-Press, this annual event is held in the first Saturday in October and features booths, merchandise, a food court, live music, fashion shows and more.

Northend Festival and Parade: The North-

PumpkinFest: There’s nothing quite like

air show and barbecue contest highlight one of St. Joseph’s biggest annual festivals. The Apple Blossom Festival is held the first weekend of May across Downtown St. Joseph and at Rosecrans Memorial Airport.

end Festival is the place to be for those who enjoy live music, kids’ games and rides and big fireworks displays. The weekend-long festival, held in early June at Krug Park, kicks off with a parade down St. Joseph Avenue.

Coleman Hawkins Jazz Festival: St. Joseph pays tribute to native son and jazz legend Coleman Hawkins with a two-day jazz festival in early June featuring the best acts in the region. Also, the Coleman Hawkins Blues Festival is held each September. Both events take place at Coleman Hawkins Park at Felix Street Square. Sounds of Summer Concert Series: Good tunes fill the air every Friday at Felix Street Square from June through August. Food and beverages are available for purchase. Shoppes at North Village Concert Series:

This free concert series is held at the Shoppes at North Village and takes place every Saturday from June through August.

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have a cell phone, so it took a while for news of the Emancipation Proclamation to spread. For reasons unexplained, it was two and a half years before the news reached Galveston, Texas, and St. Joseph’s celebration and others around the country trace their roots to its arrival there on June 19, 1865. St. Joseph’s annual festival features a parade and is fittingly held in mid-June at John Lucas Park.

Chiefs Training Camp: Since 2010, the Kansas City Chiefs have called Missouri Western State University in St. Joseph home — for a few weeks, anyway. Chiefs players and coaches converge on St. Joseph for the team’s training camp each July. Trails West!: Tens of thousands of visitors make their way to Civic Center Park each August for the annual Trails West! festival. Music, food, arts and crafts are staples of this late-summer favorite. Parties on the Parkway: This afternoon concert series takes place at various locations along St. Joseph’s esteemed Parkway System on the second Thursday of each month from May through September. Great live music, tasty food and refreshing drinks are the centerpieces of these community celebrations.

watching the Great Pumpkin Mountain lighting ceremony. The annual festival is held in October and features a parade, children’s games, carnival rides and, of course, a stack of hundreds of jack-o’lanterns carved by area children and businesses.

Veteran’s Day Parade: The city of St. Joseph honors servicemen and servicewomen with this annual parade on Veteran’s Day in Downtown St. Joseph. Sugar Plum Festival: For one weekend in November, the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art transforms into a winter wonderland. The weekend-long Sugarplum Festival features gift ideas, food and wine tastings. Mayor’s Christmas Party: St. Joseph’s mayor throws an annual children’s Christmas extravaganza at Bode Ice Arena. Holiday Park and The South Pole: Krug and

Hyde parks are popular year-round destinations, but perhaps never as much as during the winter months. Each November, the parks are decorated with festive lights, attracting more than 100,000 visitors annually.

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