DEKALB, Mo. – Georgia Ellen Abbott, 83, of DeKalb, Missouri, passed away on Jan. 26, 2025, at Medicalodge, in Atchison, Kansas. She was born Feb. 22, 1941, to Fielding and Hazel Ballard, in St. Joseph. On July 25, 1965, she married Gerald “Jerry” Abbott, in St. Joseph. She spent much of her life working on
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The Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Joseph will soon have tickets available for its annual Empower Auction. The event celebrates individuals who have been chosen as Big Brothers Big Sisters’ Empower Honorees — who then raise funds for the organization through sponsorships, fundraising with their peers, a silent auction and a live auction package.
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The Missouri Department of Transportation shared on Monday morning that drivers need to find alternate routes to Belt Highway instead of accessing Karnes Road. MoDOT sent a press release to News-Press NOW on Monday, Jan. 27: “The intersection of U.S. Route 169 (Belt Highway) and Karnes Road in St. Joseph is closed due to a
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The St. Joseph Police Department is investigating a building collapse on the corner of 10th and Patee streets that happened on Monday evening, Jan. 27. Assistant Fire Chief, Jamey McVicker told News-Press NOW on Tuesday, Jan. 28, the protocol for when they first arrived on the scene. “We had a regular response, which is about
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The Buchanan County sheriff’s department is showing their team spirit for Super Bowl LIX by sporting their favorite Chiefs’ wear over the next few weeks.
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St. Joseph Bartlett Hard wheat: No bids Soft wheat: No bids Yellow corn: 4.52 White corn: 4.93 Soybeans: 9.90 Atchison Cargill Hard wheat: 5.35 Soft wheat: 4.95 Yellow corn: 4.70 White corn: No bids Soybeans: 9.90 Lifeline Foods Yellow corn: 4.64 AGP Soybeans: 10.11
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Local fans shopped at Rally House just hours after the AFC Championship game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Buffalo Bills. Fans shared their reactions to the Chiefs once again going to the Super Bowl, potentially making history with a three-peat.
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St. Joe needs one I would like for them to put a Safe Haven Baby Box out on Frederick at the Buchanan County EMS. I am sure this town can raise enough money to do it. We sure need one. Respect, not pay You know, it’s easy to tell somebody what to do or how
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By USDA-MO Dept of Ag Market News RECEIPTS: Auctions Direct Video/Internet Total This Week: 194,400 17,900 56,900 269,200 Last Week: 334,700 23,600 67,500 425,800 Year Ago: 257,600 47,500 48,100 353,200 Compared to last week, steers and heifers sold uneven; 2.00 lower to 2.00 higher. Demand continues to be good to very good as buyers have
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Rebecca “Becky” Lynn Reffitt, 61, St. Joseph, formerly of Polo, Missouri, passed away Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025. Survivors include her mother, Wanda Turner; husband, Robert; children, Richard Hudson and Christopher Hudson; four beloved grandchildren; sister, Connie Iberia. Becky will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Cremation under the direction of Simplify Cremations &
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In honor of National Skating Month, Sunday’s free skating clinic taught St. Joseph residents basic skating skills like gliding, stopping and spinning.
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It has been less than a month since Missouri’s Hands-Free Law went into effect and law enforcement are continuing to see distracted driving. The grace period is over for the Missouri law banning cellphone use while driving. The Siddens-Bening Hands-Free Law went into effect in August 2024 and was enforced in January this year, meaning
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The Buchanan County, Missouri, Sheriff’s Office took to social media on Tuesday morning to once again remind citizen about scam phone calls.
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According to its annual report, the St. Joseph Fire Department responded to 16,061 calls in 2024. These calls included fire emergencies, medical calls, and fire safety inspections. This is a faint decrease from 2023 when the fire department responded to 16,082 calls for service. While the St. Joseph Fire Department saw a slight decrease in
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Multiple shots were fired at an Atchison Police vehicle during a 9-hour armed standoff Friday evening that came to an end early Saturday.
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Additional author: Jacob Richey, KOMU 8 A Missouri Task Force 1 member who responded to the 9/11 attacks in New York has died from cancer, the Boone County Fire Protection District announced Thursday. Heavy rigging specialist Larry Duncan was one of the responders who scoured rubble the day after the attacks on the World Trade
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By Bob Ford If you love history, we are seeking sponsors to run this column. To comment or join in supporting this non-profit, contact Bob at robertmford@aol.com. Secretary of War Edwin Stanton authorized Massachusetts Governor John Andrews to call for volunteers for an all-black infantry regiment. He received help from a number of Massachusetts men and
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Executive Director Jeff McMillian is stepping back from his current role to join the Board of Directors making room for current Board of Director’s member – Megan Wyeth to take over as Executive Director on Feb. 3.
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Regardless where one stands on the political spectrum, several U.S. residents taken to social media after the inauguration, hurting their mental well-being.
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A Missouri Task Force 1 member who responded to the 9/11 attacks in New York has died from cancer, the Boone County Fire Protection District announced Thursday. Heavy rigging specialist Larry Duncan was one of the responders who scoured rubble the day after the attacks on the World Trade Center looking for survivors. He operated
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Friends of the Animal Shelter and the St. Joseph Animal Shelter are looking to share information about a group of kittens through a new weekly program. According to the Friends of the Animal Shelter’s post through social media on Friday, Jan. 24 “Symphony’s kittens are 2 weeks old! How precious are these little fluff balls Momma
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The Missouri Department of Transportation released some planned roadwork for several Northwest Missouri counties for next week, including Atchison and Nodaway counties. In Atchison County, MoDOT will be patching potholes on U.S. Route 136 from the Brownville Bridge to Route M on January 28 and 29. In Nodaway County, Route NN at the Platte River
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The Black Archives Museum plans to induct three new community members into the Hall of Fame 2025 with an event on Thursday, Feb. 27. These new inductees have “had a significant and lasting impact on the St. Joseph Community as a whole (economic, civic involvement, inspirational contributions, and educational contributions) and have made major contributions
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This morning, we will have another polar start. Temperatures will remain in the single digits through the early hours before warming to the upper 30s this afternoon. A breezy southwest wind of 10 to 15 mph will bring warm air into the area but also produce a cold wind chill. This morning’s wind chill will
Continue Reading No consequences In response to “It’s disgusting” in the Its Your Call column, what’s disgusting is Michael Byrd faced no consequences for killing Ashley Babbitt, an unarmed woman and veteran of the military. Doesn’t believe in Jesus’ teachings Trump’s demand that Bishop Budde and the Episcopal Church apologize to him for asking him to “have
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Deeds of trust reported from Jan. 16 to Jan. 22 Brian Stone, Janice Stone to US Bank National Assoc., 9 57 33 PT SW Quarter $60,000. Mindy Deming, Josh Deming to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., Karrasch Add PT LT 38 $265,905. Gwendolyn Azhya Golden Lack Trust, Gwendolyn Lack to Donald Roberts, Patees Add LT 11 Blk 70 $832,000. Michael Schumacher,
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Meet Loki! Loki and brother Winston were relinquished to the shelter when their owner was moving and couldn’t take them. Loki has been very quiet and reserved at the shelter, wondering what has happened. He is a calm and beautiful black shorthair with adorable white mittens and white on his chin. Loki loves to be
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Arrests reported Jan. 15 to Jan. 21 Felicia M. White, 32, no address provided, warrant for failure to appear in court. Angela Elizabeth Thomas, 20, 114 S. 12th St., warrant for failure to appear in court. Justin Lee Hockaday, 38, 1922 Dewey Ave., warrants for failure to appear in court, trespass and stealing. Michael R.
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Marriage applications Rafael Gomez Hernandez, 36, Danielle Louise Johnson, 34, both of St. Joseph. Colton Michael Ulrich, 30, and Nina Rosella Bagahansol Yap, 32, both of St. Joseph. Jeffrey Ryan Lawler, 47, and Elizabeth Anna Brown, 44, both of St. Joseph. Julian Huerta Cosme, 24, and Anahi Michell Alonso Zeferino, 24, both of St. Joseph. David Bryan McCracken, 59, and Marc Anthony Cortez, 37, both of St. Joseph. Kamren Lee
Continue Reading Thefts reported from Jan. 9 to Jan. 20 3218 Messanie St., items stolen at residence/home. S. 27th St./Penn St., items stolen at highway/road/alley. 1024 N. 18th St., vehicle theft at residence/home. 5411 Sawyer St., vehicle theft at residence/home. 617 N. Belt Highway, burglary at restaurant. 4506 S. 169 Highway, burglary at restaurant. 5325 Faraon St.,
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