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Chairman’s Breakfast Provides Regional Update

December 5, 2023 2:45 pm Published by Comments Off on Chairman’s Breakfast Provides Regional Update

Tim Cowden, President and CEO of the Kansas City Area Development Council, gave Chairman’s Breakfast attendees an update on issues that affect economic development in the Kansas City area on Tuesday morning. He discussed the newly-redesigned airport, the new Tech…


2023 Shop St. Joseph Kicks Off Nov. 15 With New Prize

November 14, 2023 8:23 am Published by Comments Off on 2023 Shop St. Joseph Kicks Off Nov. 15 With New Prize

The grand prize number is:  0608606 — Winner has come forward! The Shop Small Business Bonus number is: 1722584 — Winner has come forward! Second Chance Prizes Winning Numbers Click Here! (Note, not all merchants decided to provide second chance prizes.)…


Small Business Summit Educates with Experts

November 9, 2023 10:41 am Published by Comments Off on Small Business Summit Educates with Experts

The Chamber hosted its annual Small Business Summit on Nov. 8, at Missouri Western State University. The event featured several speakers at the Cup of Joe session, as well as the overall summit that provided insight to small business owners…


It’s Time to Sign Up for Shop St. Joseph

October 23, 2023 10:32 am Published by Comments Off on It’s Time to Sign Up for Shop St. Joseph

The holiday shopping season will be here before you know it! Start planning ahead now to increase foot traffic through your doors during holiday shopping season. The Shop St. Joseph Holiday Program is an annual St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce…


Inflation, Interest Rates Discussed at Economic Development Summit

October 4, 2023 12:50 pm Published by Comments Off on Inflation, Interest Rates Discussed at Economic Development Summit

Joseph Gruber, executive vice president and director of research for the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, discussed inflation, interest rates and the national economy at the St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce’s Economic Development Summit on Wednesday morning. He discussed…


SJSD Superintendent Speaks at Public Affairs Coffee

September 28, 2023 2:42 pm Published by Comments Off on SJSD Superintendent Speaks at Public Affairs Coffee

Dr. Gabe Edgar, Superintendent of the St. Joseph School District, had a conversation with St. Joseph Community Alliance Director Tama Wagner on stage for this quarter’s Public Affairs Coffee held at Missouri Western State University on Sept. 28, 2023. Dr.…


More Than 50 New Executives Honored

August 16, 2023 2:30 pm Published by Comments Off on More Than 50 New Executives Honored

More than 50 new executives or managers were honored at the Chamber’s New Executive Welcome on Wednesday. Mike Poore, CEO of Mosaic Life Care, spoke to the group and guests about leadership as the keynote speaker. The event was presented…


Pivotal Point Celebrates New Youth Housing Facility

July 27, 2023 12:49 pm Published by Comments Off on Pivotal Point Celebrates New Youth Housing Facility

Pivotal Point Transitional Housing recently celebrated the opening of its new youth housing facility. The home, at 4930 Gene Field Road, will hope those ages 17-20, who are in need. Pivotal Point helps them discover their potential and develop the…


Buchanan County EMS Celebrates New Facility

June 27, 2023 2:05 pm Published by Comments Off on Buchanan County EMS Celebrates New Facility

Buchanan County EMS celebrated its new facility in St. Joseph’s North Side on Tuesday. The building not only is large enough to house its ambulances, but has also become a training facility for its EMT and paramedic programs. It provides…


Legislators Wrap Up Session at Public Affairs Coffee

May 30, 2023 1:31 pm Published by Comments Off on Legislators Wrap Up Session at Public Affairs Coffee

Local legislators gathered Tuesday morning to share their opinions on how the recent session in Jefferson City went. Sen. Rusty Black, Rep. Bill Falkner, Rep. Brenda Shields and Rep. Dean Van Schoiack attend the Public Affairs Coffee held May 30,…