Half-Off Adoptions

Half-off adoptions take place on the first Wednesday of the month for cats and the third Wednesday of the month for dogs. The process is quick and easy starting with an online application found at stjoemo.animalshelternet.com. Adopting an animal is very a...

Head to the Indoor Pool

Though the Aquatic and Krug pools may be closed for the season, you can always take a lap at the Thomas Eagleton Indoor Pool at Missouri Western year round.

City Link February 20, 2020

City Talk March 2; Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month; Should We Blame the Moon?... and more!

City Council Agenda February 24, 2020

City Council meeting will be held on Monday, February 24, 2020, at 7pm, in the Council Chamber, third floor City Hall. You can watch the meeting live on cable channel 19 or stream on the city's website at stjoemo.org

City Link February 13, 2020

Helping Missouri Western; #BeCounted 2020 Census... and more!

City Link February 6, 2020

Krug Pool Bathhouse Repairs; Still Need the Heat On; Restaurant Week in St. Joseph... and more!

City Council Agenda February 10, 2020

City Council meeting will be held on Monday, February 10, 2020, at 7pm, in the Council Chamber, third floor City Hall. You can watch the meeting live on cable channel 19 or stream on the city's website at stjoemo.org

City Link January 30, 2020

#BeCounted 2020 Census; You Might be Using the Wrong Golf Ball; Good Luck Chiefs!... and more!

City Link January 23, 2020

Winter at the Airport; Thomas Eagleton Indoor Pool; Stress Less with Pets... and more!

City Council Agenda January 27, 2020

City Council meeting will be held on Monday, January 27, 2020, at 7pm, in the Council Chamber, third floor City Hall. You can watch the meeting live on cable channel 19 or stream on the city's website at stjoemo.org

City Link January 16, 2020

Winter Pet Care; Don't Let Your Guard Down; Funding Helps Make Improvements... and more!

City Link January 9, 2020

Hyde Park Splash Park; Preventing the Flu; The Wonderful World of Winter Work... and more!

City Council Agenda January 13, 2020

City Council meeting will be held on Monday, January 13, 2020, at 7pm, in the Council Chamber, third floor City Hall. You can watch the meeting live on cable channel 19 or stream on the city's website at stjoemo.org

City Link January 2, 2020

New Year. New Decade. Big Deal?; City Pet License Tags Going Digital; What is Design Build?... and more!

Stay Connected

The most recent City Link digital newsletter is now available. Read the February 20 publication and don’t forget to sign-up receive the digital newsletter every week.  

Home Heating Safety

Stay smart and safe as the temperatures drop this winter. For more home heating safety tips, read this article from Fire Chief Mike Dalsing.

• Keep a 36-inch clearance around heaters.
• Plug directly into outlets.
• Do not use extension cords.
• Never leave a firepla...

COVID-19

The health department is closely monitoring updates from the CDC regarding an outbreak of respiratory illness caused by a novel coronavirus (COVID-19) first identified in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China.

State of the City

Mayor Bill McMurray presented his 2020 State of the City Address during the Chamber of Commerce Public Affairs Coffee.

City Talk

We want to hear what you have to say... So, we are inviting you to attend the upcoming City Talk, which will be held at 7pm, on Monday, March 2, in the Hall of Fame Room at Spratt Stadium on the campus of Missouri Western State University. This City Talk ...

#BeCounted

The start of a new decade means it’s time for another census to be conducted in the United States. It’s important as for every person counted, our state receives $2,800 of federal funding for education, public transportation, emergency...

Outlaw Adventure Run

Looking to challenge yourself or want to try something new, then the parks department's twist on a typical 5k will offer you that thrill. Registration is open for the Outlaw Adventure Run on Saturday, March 28, starting at 10am, at Krug Park. The event wi...

City Link

Stay up-to-date with what is happening throughout the city by signing up to receive the weekly City Link e-newsletter.

Get Connected

Staying in touch with your city has never been easier! Take advantage of one or all of our outreach methods to see how your city is working for you. Stay up to date by getting connected through Facebook, Twitter, cable Channel 19 or visiting our website.

Explore Our Uncommon

Unique and authentic in the best of ways, find out what makes St. Joseph a city Made with Uncommon Character.

Join an Activity

Register online for activities and leagues through the St. Joseph Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities Department.

Outlaw Adventure Run

Looking to challenge yourself or want to try something new, then the parks department's twist on a typical 5k will offer you that thrill. Registration is open for the Outlaw Adventure Run on Saturday, March 28, starting at 10am, at Krug Park. The event wi...

Citizen's Academy

The application process is now underway for the Joint Citizen’s Law Enforcement Academy presented by the St. Joseph Police Department and the Buchanan County Sheriff’s Department. This eight-week academy on Tuesdays at 6-9pm, from Marc...

Don't Make it Easy

Think before starting up your car then walking away this winter season. Vehicle theft can happen almost anywhere, so don't make it easy.

Friday Fish Feeds

Please join us at the Remington Nature Center every Friday at 10:30am for our Friday Fish Feeding Frenzy (PDF) event. Help us feed the Missouri River fish who live in our 7,000-gallon aquarium. Their diet consists of minnows, worms, corn, and peas. Observ...