City of St. James, Missouri

06/17/2026

06/17/2026

Make sure to check out the new Route 66 Centennial billboard in town! Located at the St. James Missouri Chamber of Commerce, this eye-catching display is a fitting tribute to the 100th anniversary of the Mother Road and features the iconic Johnnie's Bar and Grill on Historic Route 66. It's a wonderful way to celebrate St. James' rich Route 66 heritage and welcome travelers passing through our community.

Be sure to stop by, snap a photo, and help us celebrate 100 years of Route 66!

Thank you to the St. James Chamber of Commerce for designing and installing this wonderful billboard to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of Route 66 and showcase a cherished piece of St. James history.


St. James Missouri Chamber of Commerce
Johnnie's Bar on Historic Route 66

06/16/2026

From the Solid Waste Department:

Due to the June 19th holiday, trash collection will be adjusted as follows:

🗑️ Thursday's route will be collected on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.

🗑️ Friday's route will be collected on Thursday, June 18, 2026.

Please have your trash set out the night before to ensure pickup.

06/16/2026

📚 A Glimpse Into the Past 📚

As the library prepares for another Summer Reading Program, we thought it would be fun to share a piece of local history.

In the 1950s, story time for young readers was often held in Lucy’s Playhouse, located behind the library. At a time when libraries were becoming important community gathering places, children would gather in the little playhouse to hear stories, explore new ideas, and develop a lifelong love of reading.

More than seventy years later, Lucy’s Playhouse remains in the same location, standing as a unique reminder of the library’s history and the generations of children who passed through its doors. While many things have changed over the decades, the library’s mission of encouraging literacy, learning, and imagination continues today just as it did then.

As we kick off this year’s Summer Reading Program, we celebrate not only the books and activities ahead, but also the rich history and traditions that have made our library a treasured part of the community for generations. 📖✨

06/15/2026

🍇 We need YOU to help make the Grape & Fall Festival a success!

Volunteer opportunities are available for festival shifts, the Grape Stomp, and the Co****le Tournament. Grab a friend, choose what sounds fun, and be part of a favorite St. James tradition!

September 10–12 at Nelson Hart Park
Sign up with Kristy Rich: (573) 699-8026 or [email protected]

06/14/2026

Thank you to St. James Utilities, Intercounty Electric, the St. James Police Department, and everyone who stood watch in the rain at the overpass today as two veterans passed through our community on their final journey home.

Your willingness to take a few moments out of your day to honor these heroes demonstrated the respect and gratitude our community has for those who served our nation. Even in the rain, your presence ensured they were met with dignity and remembrance as they traveled to their final resting places.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this tribute possible. 🇺🇸

06/12/2026

🇺🇸 Honor Es**rt for Two American Heroes 🇺🇸

We are calling on all residents, veterans, patriotic organizations, civic groups, and supporters to join us in honoring two American heroes as they pass through our community on their final journey home.

On Saturday, June 13, the South-Central Missouri Patriot Guard Riders will es**rt the cremated remains of two United States Army veterans, Captain James Robert Kirkpatrick and Tech Sergeant Fourth Class Floyd Casey, through Missouri as they travel to their final resting places.

The es**rt is expected to arrive in the area during the morning hours. Community members are encouraged to gather on the west side of the St. James overpass sidewalk, facing toward Rolla, to show their gratitude, respect, and support for these two heroes and the Patriot Guard Riders who are ensuring they receive the dignity and honor they have earned.

Captain James Robert Kirkpatrick served with distinction during the Vietnam War, earning numerous awards, including the Bronze Star Medal with “V” Device for heroism in combat.

Tech Sergeant Fourth Class Floyd Casey served during World War II with the 76th Signal Corps and participated in the Battle of the Bulge, the Rhineland Campaign, and the Central Europe Campaign.

This is an opportunity for our community to come together and demonstrate that service and sacrifice are never forgotten.

📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026
🕘 Please arrive by 9:45 a.m.
📍 West side of the St. James overpass sidewalk, facing toward Rolla
🇺🇸 Bring your American flags

Let us stand together as a community and honor these two American veterans as they pass through on their final mission home. 🇺🇸

06/12/2026

The St. James Police Department has four former patrol vehicles available through an online bidding process. Bidding on the patrol vehicles will remain open for 14 days.

In addition, the City of St. James has several surplus items available for bid, including office supplies and equipment, commercial kitchen equipment, and an additional vehicle. Please note that bidding on some of these items will close sooner.

All bids must be submitted online through GovDeals. In-person, phone, and email bids will not be accepted.

View all available items and submit your bids here:
https://www.govdeals.com/en/search?isAdvSearch=1&whichForm=item&timing=bySimple&timeType=atauction&locationType=state&seller=St.%20James%20Parks%20%26%20Recreation,%20MO&ps=24&sf=bestfit&so=asc

Please review all item descriptions, terms, and bidding deadlines before placing a bid

GovDeals' online marketplace provides services to government, educational, and related entities for the sale of surplus assets to the public. Auction rules may vary across sellers.

06/12/2026

From the Solid Waste Department:
Due to unexpected equipment maintenance, our team is operating with a reduced fleet today. Trash collection will be delayed but will be completed before the end of the day. Please leave your cart at the curb until emptied. Thank you for your patience.

06/11/2026

What an incredible morning and early afternoon in St. James!

Thousands of amazing hot rods and classic cars rolled through town today, and what stood out even more than the vehicles themselves were the people behind the wheel. The participants of the Hot Rod Power Tour were absolutely outstanding. Many handed out Hot Wheels cars, tokens, and keepsakes to children along the route, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

One of the most heartwarming moments of the day was watching drivers slow down and take extra time as they passed the Missouri Veterans Home, making sure our veterans had the opportunity to enjoy every car.

As vehicles stopped for fuel, food, and breaks, countless drivers took the time to visit with community members and proudly show off their cars. Over and over, we heard the same message: they loved St. James.

Visitors commented on how welcoming our community was, how clean and well-maintained our town looked, and how friendly everyone had been. They appreciated the smiles, waves, cheers, and applause from spectators lining the streets. Many mentioned how impressed they were to see our veterans included in the day's festivities and how helpful our local businesses were whenever assistance was needed. Several even took note of our officer working the intersection, commenting on how friendly, professional, and engaging he was throughout the day.

Today was a shining example of what makes St. James such a special place. From residents and businesses to volunteers and community supporters, everyone played a part in showcasing the very best of our hometown.

Thank you to everyone who came out to watch, wave, cheer, and welcome our guests. Thank you to our local businesses for supporting both visitors and residents throughout the day. And thank you to every Hot Rod Power Tour participant for choosing to make St. James part of your journey.

The cars were amazing, but the kindness, hospitality, and sense of community on display today were even better. St. James truly put its best foot forward, and we couldn't be more proud of our community.

Safe travels to everyone continuing on the tour, and thank you for making St. James a stop to remember!