City upgrades underground infrastructure to stay ahead of failures
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One step at a time, the City of St. Joseph is actively working to repair many of its aging pipes.
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Iran launches missile attacks on US bases in Qatar and Iraq
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran launched missile attacks Monday on a U.S. military bases in Qatar and Iraq, retaliating for the American bombing of its nuclear sites and escalating tensions in the volatile region.
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The Latest: Trump says US military struck 3 sites in Iran, joining Israeli effort
President Donald Trump says the U.S. military struck three sites in Iran, directly joining Israel ’s effort to decapitate the country’s nuclear program in a risky gambit to weaken a longtime foe amid Tehran’s threat of reprisals that could spark a wider regional conflict.
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The future of the initiative petition process and how it might affect Missouri democracy
ST. JOSEPH, MO (News-Press NOW)– Respect Missouri Voters, a non-partisan organization, is pushing back on legislative efforts to impose more restrictions on the state’s initiative petition process.
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As sewer hike looms, St. Joseph re-envisions long-term plan to address mandates
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Over the last 25 years, St. Joseph sewer rates have risen by more than 400%, a substantial increase fueled by more than half a billion dollars in mandated improvements to address regulations and prevent sewage overflows into the Missouri River.
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Trump says he’ll decide whether US will directly attack Iran within 2 weeks
BEERSHEBA, Israel (AP) — President Donald Trump will decide within the next two weeks whether to strike Iran, the White House said Thursday, saying Trump still sees a “substantial” chance that negotiations can achieve U.S. and Israeli demands on Iran’s nuclear program.
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Deeds of trust for June 20
Deeds of trust reported from June 12 to June 17 Fortuity Enterprise Series LLC to Frederick Tower Offices LLC, Top Properties LLC, Mazhar Dad, St. Joseph Eastern Extn PT LTS 10 11 12 13 14 Blk 2 $485,000. Kevin Johnson, Lynnsie Johnson to Housing & Urban Development, Creek Crossing Amnd Plat 1 LT 1 $22,327.37. Arai
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Vital statistics for June 20
Marriage applications Benjamin Drake Knapp, 30, and Han Hoang Thien Nguyen, 34, both of Corpus Christi, Texas. Austin Cade Parkey, 32, and Jordyn Nicole Faulkenbery, 29, both of St. Joseph. Terry Allen Musser Jr., 40, and Kelsey Renee Wolfe, 37, both of Country Club, Missouri. Stephen Vincent Modlin, 24, and Melaya Osen Huffaker, 24, both
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‘Dump the Pump’ day encourages residents to use public transportation
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Throughout the day on Thursday, St. Joseph Transit offered free rides on all buses as part of the ‘Dump the Pump’ day initiative.
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St. Joseph breaks ground on long-awaited new animal shelter on South Belt Highway
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Crowds of eager residents gathered Tuesday to witness the start of a much-anticipated project to bring a new animal shelter to St. Joseph.
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Kehoe signs Special Session legislation into law
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Governor Mike Kehoe signed three Special Session Legislation into law over the weekend.
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Residents celebrate new sculpture for Harris-Kemper Butterfly Garden
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Local residents welcomed a new and shiny addition to the Harris-Kemper Historic District and its community Butterfly Garden as part of a celebratory event in St. Joseph.
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City announces facility hours in observance of Juneteenth
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The City of St. Joseph announced which facilities will be available in observance of Juneteenth on Thursday, June 19.
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United Cerebral Palsy and City of St. Joseph eye new partnership to offer job opportunities
A leading non-profit and the city are in discussions on a newfound partnership that would help provide a host of new seasonal and fulltime job opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities.
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Local legislators to discuss recent state session
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce will feature local elected delegates at its next Public Affairs Coffee at the end of the month.
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St. Joseph residents respond to Kehoe’s Executive Order on National Guard enforcement
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — On Thursday, Governor Mike Kehoe signed Executive Order 25-25 authorizing the Missouri National Guard to assist state and local law enforcement in response to rising concerns about public safety and border security.
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Governor Kehoe activates Missouri National Guard as a precautionary measure
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — In response to immigration enforcement protests planned across Missouri, Governor Kehoe signed an executive order activating the Missouri National Guard as a precautionary measure.
Continue Reading Deeds of trust for June 13
Deeds of trust reported from June 5 to June 11 Kirk Leck to Mr. Cooper, Nationstar Mortgage LLC, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., Deer Park East 5th Plat LT 3 Blk 17 $144,000. Amy Cindrich to US Bank National Assoc., Arlington Heights LT 2 Blk 8 $136,000. Vernacular Estates LLC to Nodaway Valley Bank, Smiths
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Marriage applications Aaron Michael Despain, 34, and Emmalee Marie Hill, 25, both of St. Joseph. Jose Daniel Estrada, 37, and Aylien Barreda Leyva, 31, both of St. Joseph. Liuber Emilio Vielza Verdecia, 23, and Daniela Hernandez Gonzalez, 20, both of St. Joseph. James David Harper, 38, and Shawna Marie Stephens, 35, both of Agency, Missouri.
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Restaurant inspections for May 2025
54TH STREET GRILL & BAR 5103 N. Belt Highway Critical: Foods that require temperature as a control must be held at 41F or less (corrected during inspection). Noncritical: Refrigeration equipment not maintaining the required temperature. ABELARDOS 915 Jonathan Ln. Critical: Foods that require temperature as a control must be held at 41F or less. Noncritical: Torn or broken
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Missouri approves stadium aid for Kansas City Chiefs and Royals and disaster relief for St. Louis
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Missouri lawmakers on Wednesday approved hundreds of millions of dollars of financial aid to try to persuade the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals to remain in the state and help the St. Louis area recover from a devastating tornado.
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Water bill increase now in effect for St. Joseph customers
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Customers in St. Joseph and surrounding communities will now see new and increased water rates reflected on their monthly bills following approval by state regulators in May.
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New Missouri law modernizes fireworks regulations for first time in over two decades
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) — A new law signed by Gov. Mike Kehoe on Tuesday includes sweeping public safety reforms, including updating the state’s outdated firework regulations.
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Noyes tennis courts resurfacing project underway
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Tennis players will soon have a fresh playing surface to enjoy at the Noyes Sports Complex courts.
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Maryville names Heiland as new city manager
MARYVILLE, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Maryville’s top administrator will officially remove the ‘interim’ from his title moving forward.
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City holds hearing on proposed sewer rate hike, OKs 5-year Capital Improvement Plan
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The City Council Chamber was largely quiet on Monday as St. Joseph held a public hearing on proposed sewer rate increases that could occur in 2025 and 2026. Community members were invited to participate in the public hearing that preceded Monday’s City Council meeting. St. Joseph resident Steve Jones
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Missouri House releases special session schedule
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri House of Representatives has announced the schedule for its special session next week in Jefferson City.
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Missouri Senate passes stadium funding bill
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri Senate passed three bills overnight for disaster aid, economic development and stadium funding projects.
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YMCA gives projected timeline for indoor aquatic facility
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The YMCA pool project, over a year in the making, now has tentative dates the community can look forward to.
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Marriage applications Brandon Scott Parker, 37, and Kelly Jean Brown, 45, both of St. Joseph. Bradley Anthony Libel, 23, Wathena, Kansas, and Audrey Leigh Maggart, 22, St. Joseph. Jonathan Ryan Butts, 45, and Jerri Ann Jones, 40, both of St. Joseph. Jaren Isaiah Kretzer, 23, and Alondra Torres, 24, both of St. Joseph. Kamron Dakota
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