By Jenna Wilson Two current employees are among the four finalists to become the St. Joseph School District’s next leader. Lara Gilpin, director of secondary education, and Ashly McGinnis, assistant superintendent of academic services, are among the women who district officials will interview on Tuesday. The other finalists are Laura Nelson, superintendent of the School
Continue ReadingBy Alan Wooten | The Center Square (The Center Square) – Twice named best state this decade, North Carolina was among a dozen top contenders in 2024 for Business Facilities State of the Year. “As site selection decision-makers adapt to changing market conditions, we found it important to highlight states where hard work is paying
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By Cameron Montemayor The city is acquiring just over 10 acres of land from a leading local contractor with the intent of developing the property in the future. The 10.3-acre piece of land, which is located behind Time Out Entertainment Center and connects with the Southwest Parkway by South 22nd Street, was donated to the
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By Jazmine Knight The St. Joseph School District discussed a wide array of topics during a series of meetings Monday night. To kick off its Special meeting, the Board of Education recognized Kelly Robb as the 2024 Missouri Council of Teachers of Mathematics’ Outstanding Mathematics Elementary Educator and Shantell Cross as the 2024 Outstanding Instructional
Continue ReadingBy J.D. Davidson | The Center Square (The Center Square) – Amazon plans to invest $10 billion over the next five years to expand data centers across the state. Monday’s announcement is on top of a $7.8 billion plan announced last year and more than $6 billion already spent in Ohio through the end of
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Patrocinado por Office Depot OfficeMax Ahora que 2024 llega a su fin, es el momento perfecto para reflexionar sobre el año pasado y crear intenciones y metas para conquistar el año que viene. Independientemente de que sea propietario de una pequeña empresa, maestro o trabajador remoto, tendrá muchos proyectos y
Continue ReadingBy Kevin Bessler | The Center Square (The Center Square) – Despite a recent lawsuit affecting real estate commissions, a new survey shows home sellers still prefer hiring a real estate agent for the transaction. In the settlement, the National Association of Realtors agreed to pay $418 million over four years and amend some of its
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – For your friends and loved ones who are all about their personal style, you’ll want to give them holiday gifts that not only celebrate their passion for fashion, but truly enhance their everyday life, making it easy for them to look their best every day. So if you’ve got a
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By NewsPress Now Students have been selected for this year’s Cotillion for Achievement. The female finalists are Sophia Jura, Central High School; Emma Loehnig, Benton High School; Sophia Mattson, Lafayette High School; Raychel McCamy, Central; Elizabeth Newell, East Buchanan High School; Cathy Nguyen, Lafayette; Andrea Simmons, Benton; and Gracie Wilmes, North Andrew High School. The
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – It was a day that 6-year-old Abbey and her parents will never forget. Abbey, from San Lorenzo, California, has leukemia. But she got to take some time off from hospitals, treatments and procedures to be a princess, complete with a unicorn companion, just for a day. When Abbey and her
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Tanto para las personas que viven con parálisis como para sus seres queridos, contar con un apoyo adecuado, una conexión positiva e información útil son elementos cruciales para prosperar. Gracias al liderazgo y la visión de Dana Reeve, el Centro Nacional de Recursos para la Parálisis (NPRC, por sus siglas
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Looking forward to having some extra days off between the Christmas and New Year holidays? That week may be full of festivities and celebrations — but it can also be the perfect time to indulge in a little relaxation and rejuvenation, with a wintry twist. “The days between Christmas and
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By NewsPress Now A Corning, Iowa, man is hospitalized in St. Joseph with serious injuries following a crash early Sunday on Interstate 29 just south of Rock Port, Missouri. The man, 28, was driving a semi over the speed limit, overtaking a second truck as both were going north, according to a Missouri State Highway
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – When you look at your 5-to-10-year life plan, is a new car, wedding, or buying your first home on your vision board? There is one key behind the scenes that you need to unlock access to funds to reach these goals: a good credit score. A good credit score can
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By Chhavi Agarwal As rampant layoffs across industries concern many American workers, a recent ResumeTemplates.com survey reveals another potentially significant workforce shift. More than half (56%) of survey respondents admit they’re already searching for a new job or plan to start hunting in the coming year. Perhaps even more striking, 1 in 3 job seekers
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By Chhavi Agarwal With inflation squeezing budgets, side hustles are no longer optional but essential. Side gigs help Americans bridge income gaps, tackle rising costs, and regain control over their finances. Newsweek mapped Google Trends data compiled by web host Hostinger to illustrate which states’ residents made the most searches for side hustles and reveal
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By NewsPress Now What they should do I should say that they should raise the price at the dump for anybody that doesn’t reside in the Buchanan County area. Those people get the discount price, but anybody outside of St. Joseph should have to pay double. That’s what they should do. One of the solutions
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By NewsPress Now (Family Features) It may not be something you like to talk about, but if you have gastrointestinal (GI) problems, your symptoms may be far more common than you think. According to data from the American Gastroenterological Association, 60-70 million people living in the United States have gut health concerns. Two common conditions
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By NewsPress Now Richard Reece Rullman, widely known as “Pa”, 78, St. Joseph, passed away Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024. He was born in St. Josephon Nov. 30, 1946, to Francis (Reece) and Richard D. Rullman. Richard worked at Montgomery Ward’s for 33 years and many years as a capable and respected Service Advisor for Ford.
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By NewsPress Now (Family Features) Making money from everyday items in your home may be easier than you think. With a growing number of companies simplifying the process, turning unused items into cash has never been simpler. These companies are part of the circular economy, where you get to make money from your items and
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By NewsPress Now (Family Features) As people prepare to gather with family and friends this holiday season, it’s important to think about health and safety. “With the holidays just around the corner, now is the perfect time to think about how you can help protect yourself from serious illness from flu, COVID-19 and RSV –
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By NewsPress Now Jay Alan Gould, 67, of St. Joseph, passed away Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024, at his home. He was born July 1, 1957, in St. Joseph, son of Margie and Roy Gould. He graduated from Lafayette High School, class of 1975 and attended Platt Business College. Jay was a longtime cook at Perkins
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By NewsPress Now (Family Features) For moms who breastfeed, the idea of introducing a bottle can feel like a big change. Whether supplementing for personal reasons, returning to work or ensuring adequate nourishment, the transition between breast and bottle can be eased with the right approach – and the right tools. Here’s how to make
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) El radón, un gas inodoro, insípido e incoloro que se encuentra en hogares y edificios en altos niveles en todo Estados Unidos, es la segunda causa principal de cáncer de pulmón, responsable de aproximadamente 21,000 muertes cada año, y la principal causa de cáncer de pulmón entre las personas que no
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Radon—an odorless, tasteless and colorless gas found in homes and buildings at high levels throughout the United States—is the second leading cause of lung cancer, responsible for about 21,000 deaths each year, and the leading cause of lung cancer among people who don’t smoke. The American Lung Association is partnering with
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By NewsPress Now Late Notices James R. Cordonnier Jr. FAUCETT, Mo. -James Robert Cordonnier Jr., 76, of Faucett, Missouri, died Dec. 13, 2024. Arrangements are pending at the Rupp Funeral Home. Mary Fulcomer Mary Fulcomer, 82, St. Joseph, died Dec. 10, 2024. Arrangements are pending at the Rupp Funeral Home. Lloyd Jewett Lloyd “Wayne” Jewett,
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By NewsPress Now Joyce Ann Graves, 75, of St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024, at her home. She was born Oct. 3, 1949, in Saginaw, Michigan, daughter of Lorraine and Roy Touchtone. She spent much of her early years living in California. In 1991, she married Richard Graves, in Troy, Kansas. She was
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By NewsPress Now (Family Features) A new year brings fresh opportunities for a lifestyle reboot, and as you set health goals for 2025, remember that your pet can embark on the journey to healthier living right along beside you. Whether you’re aiming to eat better, exercise more or find peace of mind, one of the
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By NewsPress Now (Family Features) The holidays are coming up, and many people will be celebrating with family and friends. The start of colder months also means flu, COVID-19 and RSV can surge. That can be dangerous for older adults. “Holidays are a time to gather with family and friends,” said Charlene Wong, MD, MSHP,
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By NewsPress Now DEAR ABBY, Several members of my husband’s family let us down badly by not attending our daughter’s wedding. They had various work and other family obligations near the date of our event. “Save the Date” cards had been sent out six months prior, but we were apparently lower on their priority list.
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