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The Renewal of Beauty: How Investing in Sacred Spaces Transforms Parish Life

Across the Kansas City dioceses, something meaningful is happening. Parishes are placing a renewed emphasis on the importance of beauty—not as an accessory, but as an essential part of the Catholic experience.

Project of the Year: St. Joseph Monastery Sets the Standard for Excellence

St. Joseph Monastery in Ava, Missouri has been named the ABC Heart of America Excellence in Construction Project of the Year—the highest honor awarded to a general contractor across all categories.

More than an award-winning project, St. Joseph Monastery represents what’s possible when purpose, partnership, and performance come together to deliver something truly meaningful.

Straub’s 2025 Week of Giving: Serving Together, Strengthening Community

This year marked our 11th Annual Week of Giving, and it was one of our most impactful yet. During the week before Thanksgiving, Straub employees volunteered with five incredible local organizations

Benedictine Library: A Project Everyone Needed to See

Earlier this month, we hosted our team at Benedictine College for a behind-the-scenes tour of the new library, giving employees a firsthand look at the impactful project they’re helping bring to life.

Building the Future: A Look at Our 2025 Intern Experience

Straub’s 2025 summer internship program—its largest yet—gave students hands-on, real-world construction experience while investing in the industry’s future.

Straub Company Picnic 2025

The 26th annual Straub Family Picnic brought generations of employees and their families together to celebrate a lasting tradition, strong culture, and the relationships that define our company.

Christmas Casino Night 2023

Straub Company Picnic 2023

The 2023 Straub Family Picnic marked the 24th year celebrating this company tradition. Initiated by Ernest Straub Jr., the picnic has been a cornerstone for our employees. Multiple generations of children have enjoyed the Straub Family Picnic—with employees who once attended as kids now bringing kids of their own. There are activities and treats for […]

Video: Meet Jon Alvarado

Quality Control & Warranty Manager, Jon Alvarado, has been with Straub for over 17 years. He works closely with each Superintendent to ensure quality construction processes are taking place. After you take the keys, he will be your first contact if any issues arise during the 1-year warranty period.