Sam Roe

Deputy Managing Editor at Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

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Local priest remembers Pope Francis ahead of conclave

1 week ago | kq2.com | Sam Roe

(ST. JOSEPH, Mo.) The papal conclave to elect the new pope started Wednesday. St. Joseph Cathedral's Fr. Stephen Hansen remembers Pope Francis for his accomplishments and dedication to all people in the church. "Here in St Joseph, we have the Little Sisters of the lamb now residing in their fraternity at St Mary's," Hansen said. "They met with Pope Francis early on, when he was elected.
May 7 marks National Skilled Trades Day

1 week ago | kq2.com | Sam Roe

(ST. JOSEPH, Mo.) Tuesday, May 7 is national skilled trades day and many local organization work to help get more students involved in the trades. Hillyard Technical Center partners with a variety of local businesses to teach students a vide variety of technical skills. Sometimes trades can be looked down on but Hillyard Technical Center works to dispel that.
Local police officers donate donuts to thank teachers for Teacher Appreciation Week

1 week ago | kq2.com | Sam Roe

(ST. JOSEPH, Mo.) - The St. Joseph Police Department and Lodge 3 of the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) showed their appreciation for local educators by delivering dozens of donuts to schools in St. Joseph and Buchanan County on Tuesday. Officers personally delivered the donuts as a thank you for the hard work and dedication of local teachers.
Local businesses go to Cameron for Teacher Appreciation Week

1 week ago | kq2.com | Sam Roe

(CAMERON, Mo.) Hazel's Coffee and Stroud Real Estate teamed up to thank teachers in Cameron for Teacher Appreciation Week. They provided coffee and breakfast to teachers at Cameron Elementary, Intermediate, Middle and High Schools. Cameron superintendent Matt Robinson hopes that all education professionals will be recognized for their hard work.
Panhandling presents unique challenge for city officials

2 weeks ago | kq2.com | Sam Roe

(ST. JOSEPH, Mo.) Panhandling is a common sight in St. Joseph and with the city having a larger-than-average homeless population, it can be a difficult issue to tackle. The city had a law against panhandling until it was struck down in 2021. SJPD is mainly concerned if it disrupts traffic or rises to the level of harassment. For community agencies like the AFL-CIO it can be difficult to help people if money is going elsewhere.
City of St. Joseph Water Protection hosting Blacksnake Creek Clean Sweep

2 weeks ago | kq2.com | Sam Roe

(ST. JOSEPH, Mo.) The City of St. Joseph is hosting a clean up of Blacksnake Creek on Tuesday night at 6 p.m. Those wishing to help in the effort to clean the creek should wear closed toe shoes and bring bug spray. The event is at 4416 Savannah Road in St. Joseph. Call Colleen Armstrong at (816)273-8615 for more information.
St. Joseph Safety Council reminds residents to stay safe during as temperatures warm up

2 weeks ago | kq2.com | Sam Roe

(ST. JOSPEH, Mo.) Summer is right around the corner and the St. Joseph Safety and Health Council wants to remind residents to be mindful of high temperatures. As temperatures climb, it's important to remember that heat stroke and exhaustion can occur quickly. Additionally, it's important to never leave pets or children unattended in a hot car as the temperatures can become deadly within minutes.
SJPD recruiting new officers to fill vacancies

2 weeks ago | kq2.com | Sam Roe

(ST. JOSEPH, Mo.) SJPD is looking for new recruits to the department from the St. Joseph community. There are currently 16 vacancies in SJPD and those looking to apply must be over 21 years old, have a high school diploma or GED and must not have a felony on their record. "It's a career where what you put into it is what you're going to receive out of it," Ethan Miles, recruiting officer at SJPD said.
United Way hosts forum for Autism Awareness Month

3 weeks ago | kq2.com | Sam Roe

(ST. JOSEPH, Mo.) The United Way of Greater St. Joseph hosted the first in a series of monthly meetings titled Taste of United Way. April's meeting discussed autism resources in the St. Joseph community in honor of National Autism Awareness month. Leaders from various health organizations from around the area spoke about the need for greater resources in this area. Even though awareness has increased, there are still barriers for people who work with those who have autism.
Kansas City-St. Joseph Bishop reacts to Pope Francis' death

3 weeks ago | kq2.com | Sam Roe

(ST. JOSEPH, Mo.) Pope Francis passed away Monday morning at the age of 88 in Vatican City. Francis had been Pope since 2013 and made many significant changes in the Catholic Church. Bishop James V. Johnston of the Kansas City-St. Joseph Diocese reacted to the Pope's death. "With sadness and surprise the Catholic Church and the world learned of the unexpected death of Pope Francis early this morning," Johnston said.

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