The Youth Empowerment Program (YEP) has donated $1,000 and members volunteered time building beds with the Rolla chapter of Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP) on Saturday. Members helped build 20 beds to ensure local kids have a comfortable place to sleep.
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St. James Commodity Day hours changed
Effective August 20 Commodity Day hours of distribution will be from 7:30-9:30 a.m. Please be sure to make a note on your calendar reminding yourself of this shorten period.
City working on burn permit procedure
The city of St. James is working on establishing a burn permit procedure after it received word the St. James Fire Protection District is not wanting to deal with permits anymore. The city is now looking to create a way for residents to apply for and receive burn permits so the city knows when a burn will take place.
City seeking solution for pop up businesses
The city of St. James is working on how to address businesses that are popping up and selling items inside the city without a permit. While some sales, such as at the Farmers Market, are allowed, others are operating illegally and city administration is looking at how to move forward.
Student registering for fall classes will have two options
Online registration for the fall semester at St. James schools is underway and students will have two options when registering, in-person or virtual courses. The district is asking students to register as soon as possible so it can plan for the return of students.