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A New Day
As it relates to those of us in St. Joseph and Buchanan County, January will mark a new day in Jefferson City. That will be

Eye-Opening Facts You Might Not Know About St. Joseph
As you would probably guess I often get asked about the St. Joseph economy. I will answer questions and offer comments that some people find
Interesting Times
There is a phrase that has been spoken in the past that owes its origin to a Chinese proverb, “may you live in interesting times.”
Our Future
This year St. Joseph will celebrate its 175th anniversary. This is a remarkable feat for a community with a remarkable history. While I enjoy
Creating Opportunity
Today in the economic development world, the importance of supporting local entrepreneurs and start-up businesses has become a key strategy in many communities, including St.
Take a Look: We’re Falling Behind
Workforce development has become a huge issue for St. Joseph and our overall national economy. To put it simply, there are simply not enough young
Pay Attention
One of the first things I remember hearing from my first-grade teacher, was “Patt, pay attention!” Ok, so I did not always pay attention, but