No two winter storms are alike, making them a challenge to forecast. Similarly, no two snowflakes are the same, varying in size, shape and texture. One key factor in determining the texture of snow is the snow-to-liquid ratio., meaning how much liquid water is present in a set quantity of snowfall. Low snow ratios tend
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Get out and enjoy it It’s so much nicer driving around town after a snow, and the snow has hidden all of the litter on the streets. So, get out and enjoy it before it melts. Not the way to achieve that goal Democrats are in favor of auditing federal programs and getting rid of
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ALDI’S 4132 N. Belt Highway No violations. Aldi’s S Belt 3201 S. Belt Highway Noncritical: Dirty non-food contact surface (warning). A covered wastebasket must be present in the women’s restroom. B&B RUNWAY CAFE 100 NW Rosecrans Rd. No violations. CASEY’S 4215 S. 169 Highway Noncritical: Wiping cloths not stored in sanitizer. CASEY’S GENERAL STORE #2468
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Division 5 Judge Chad Gaddie Jailed Joshua Wayne Grippando, 1823 Clay St., 60 days in the Buchanan County Jail for misdemeanor fourth-degree domestic assault with credit given for 18 days served and court costs waived. Matthew Scott Grippando, 1017 S. 11th St., 45 days in the Buchanan County Jail for misdemeanor driving while intoxicated with
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Marriage applications Denny Wayne Bisig, 56, St. Joseph, and Karen Lynn Vermulm, 56, Cosby, Missouri. Yamil Carballea Martinez, 52, and Mildrey Sanchez Murillo, 41, both of St. Joseph. Bruce Wayne Compton, 67, and Susan Ann Burns, 64, both of St. Joseph. Tyler Joe Franklin Brock, 28, and Marisa Ann Marie Law, 26, both of St. Joseph. Brandon Meng, 34, Kansas City, Missouri, and Rebecca Jaeleigh Johnson, 27, Stewartsville, Missouri. Divorce
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Thefts reported from Feb. 3 to Feb. 10 2812 St. Joseph Ave., items stolen at school-elementary. 2318 N. Belt Highway, vehicle theft at other/unknown. 605 Blake St., vehicle theft at residence/home. 1601 Frederick Ave., burglary at residence/home. 3202 Locust St., items stolen at residence/home. 1718 Main St., burglary at residence/home. 513 S. 20th St., burglary
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Meet Ruby! Ruby is a 7-month-old sweetheart who will steal your heart the moment you meet her. She absolutely adores people and will be your most loyal companion, always ready for snuggles and playtime. With her gentle purrs and loving personality, she’s sure to bring endless joy to your home. Ruby prefers to be the
Continue Reading Arrests reported Feb. 5 to Feb. 11 Bette Jane Smith, 33, 1822 Olive St., warrant for failure to appear in court. Clifford E. Kelley, 66, 512 S. 15th St., warrant for failure to appear in court. Jayd Nichole Moore, 19, 522 N. 19th St., warrant for failure to appear in court. Chad Allen Oliphant Sr.,
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James Richard Long, 73, of St. Joseph, passed away peacefully on Monday, Feb. 10, 2025. He was born on Oct. 17, 1951, in St. Joseph, to Clarland and Helen Long. James dedicated his life to service, both to his country and his community. He proudly served in the United States Air Force before providing for
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KANSAS CITY, Kan. – James Richard “Dick” Powell passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Feb. 10, 2025. He was born on Feb. 28, 1937, to Marion Caryll and Eva Maude (Lizar) Powell, in Trimble, Missouri. He attended school at East Buchanan High School in Gower, Missouri, where he was active in many sports
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SAVANNAH, Mo. – Theresa “Terri” Holt, 76, Savannah, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, at Living Community of St. Joseph. Terri was born on Dec. 19, 1948, in St. Joseph, to the late Calvin and Maxine (Wampler) Shreve. She was a 1966 graduate of Savannah High School and graduated from Methodist Hospital School
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Patrick Howard Thomas, aka “Bub”, aka “The Old Man”, passed away peacefully in his home on Feb. 11, 2025. He held his wife Susie’s hand as he drifted up to heaven. He was 81 years old. Pat was born on Jan. 3, 1944, to Charlotte and Howard Thomas in Maryville, Missouri. He was the youngest
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CONGRATULATIONS JL Robertson for 30 years of dedicated service at the Rupp Funeral Home and to the St. Joseph Community!
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Late Notices David R. Langlais David R. Langlais, 71, St. Joseph, died Feb. 10, 2025. Services pending Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Deborah K. Marzullo Deborah K. Marzullo died Feb. 9, 2025. Visitation at Heaton-Bowman-Smith and Sidenfaden Chapel located at 3609 Fredrick Blvd., St. Joseph, MO. 64506 Feb. 21, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Mass of
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Police are engaged in a standoff in the 800 block of N. 10th Street Wednesday afternoon.
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Bode Middle School Principal, Mark Korell, middle, stands on stage at the Stoney Creek Hotel with supporters after receiving the 2025 PTA “Principal of the Year Award”.
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Lafayette’s Kyzdon Robertson gets a steal and gets ready to go up for a lay-in against Bishop LeBlond Thursday night at Lafayette High School.
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The Northwest Missouri area is expected to experience polar air throughout the next week, leading parents/guardians to ensure that children are well prepared for the temperatures.
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One of the many Valentine’s Day bouquets sits in a cooler at Garden Gate Flowers, ready to be given to a Valentine.
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City residents have the opportunity to register security cameras through a platform used by law enforcement to keep communities safe. The St. Joseph Police Department launched its Polaris Camera registry which will aid investigations and incidents throughout the city. “We’re introducing a new program; its the same software that we use for our body worn
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Special Olympics Missouri has moved the 2025 Polar Plunge for St. Joseph for March due to expected cold temperatures. Originally the event was scheduled for Friday, Feb. 15. The SOMO 2025 Polar Plunge St. Joseph has been rescheduled for 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 22 at 402 S. Noyes Blvd. Registration and Donation information can
Continue ReadingWABC By WABC Staff Click here for updates on this story SUFFOLK COUNTY, Long Island (WABC) — A wildlife rescue group sprung into action helping save a deer that fell into an icy river in Suffolk County. Video showed the Strong Island Animal Rescue League save the deer as it was in distress at Yaphank’s
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I remember throwing the book across the room. It was my final year in graduate school, and I picked a major paper topic over a controversial writer who was well-known for causing controversy. He was brilliant, but he wrote in an aggressive way that challenged most readers, especially those from my background, in many ways.
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An employee inspects a shelf filled with cold medicine on Thursday at Rogers Pharmacy in St. Joseph.
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A mainstay of St. Joseph’s municipal court who served as both a prosecutor and judge for decades has died. Former Judge John Boeh, 72, died on Feb. 5 in St. Joseph. He served as municipal court judge for 21 years until he retired from the bench in 2021. Before being elected judge, Boeh was the
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Time Out Event Center will host its first ever Mac N Cheese cookoff to show St. Joseph residents what a true Valentine’s dinner really looks like.
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Non-profit organizations in St. Joseph have struggled to find new staff for months with little to no luck. These organizations now worry about the future of their services.
Continue Reading He deserves a lot of credit I just wanted to thank you for the nice article on Chuck Kempf. We’re going to miss him. He’s one of the best men in the city to work with and really puts his heart into the Parks Department. He deserves a lot of credit. RIP, penny President Trump
Continue Reading Late Notices Donald Porter Donald Porter, 73, St. Joseph, died Feb. 10, 2025. Private Interment Mount Auburn Cemetery, St. Joseph. www.meierhoffer.com As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.
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