Fire Prevention Week focuses on lithium-ion battery safety in homes
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Oct. 5 marked the start of Fire Prevention Week, signaling homeowners to go over certain fire safety protocols.
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Child seriously injured in Harrison County dirt bike crash
HARRISON COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A child was taken to the hospital after a dirt bike crash in Harrison County Sunday. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports the crash occurred around 4:25 p.m. in a pasture near the intersection of Route T and 182nd Street, a mile south of Blythedale, Missouri. An 11-year-old boy
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Former U.S. Surgeon General urges vaccination as Covid and flu cases begin to rise
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — With flu season officially underway, health experts highlight the importance of staying alert — because this time of year often brings a mix of unpredictable illnesses. Former U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams, who now directs the Health Equity Action Leadership Center at Purdue University said COVID-19 is still very
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Driver’s exam offices in St. Joseph, statewide to close Oct. 13 for Columbus Day
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Residents hoping to test and obtain their driver’s license or permit will have to wait an extra day this month.
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Women’s Expo celebrates health, wellness and community
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The “It’s All About You!” Women’s Expo is underway Saturday at the St. Joseph Civic Arena, celebrating women’s health, wellness and community.
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Longtime Bearcat Radio broadcaster calls milestone game
MARYVILLE, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The voice behind Bearcat Radio Network on KXCV/KRNW, John Coffey, announced his 500th consecutive football game on Saturday, Sept. 20, in Joplin, Mo.
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Week 6 High School Football Matchups
ST. JOSEPH, Mo (News-Press NOW) — With week 6 of the high school football season starting Friday Oct. 3, here are the matchups for the high schools in our viewing area.
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Crowds gather as PumpkinFest kicks off its 29th year
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — PumpkinFest officially opens Friday, bringing crowds to the Pony Express Museum and Patee Park for the festival’s 29th year.
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St. Joseph OKs final plat for new subdivision with 15 new homes in the works
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Construction of more than a dozen new single-family homes is set to move forward in St. Joseph following approval by City Councilmembers this week.
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St. Joseph Trail Alliance to host outdoor event
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Trail Alliance is hosting an upcoming outdoor event at the St. Joseph River Bluff Trails Park.
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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is sentenced to over 4 years in prison
NEW YORK (AP) — Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs was sentenced Friday to 4 years and 2 months in prison in case involving sex workers, violence and “freak-offs.” The judge said a lengthy sentence was needed for deterrence and that he was unconvinced that if Combs is released these crimes won’t happen again.
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Wooden speedliner returns home to St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — In St. Joseph in the 1990s, Steve Schomburg and his father, Cliff, built and sent a 1947 speedliner boat to Boston.
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Hamas responds to Gaza proposal after Trump ultimatum
(CNN) — Hamas has submitted its response to President Donald Trump’s Gaza peace plan to mediators, according to a senior Hamas official, after the president earlier Friday offered a firm ultimatum for the group to respond by Sunday evening.
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Ice skating rink celebrating 50 years of keeping it cool
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Bode Ice Arena is celebrating its anniversary of serving St. Joseph for half a century this weekend.
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Noyes Home to host 13th annual Block Party
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Noyes Home will host its 13th annual Block Party on Saturday, offering an afternoon of free activities for families.
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Road closures in place due to fall festivities
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — When driving near the Pony Express Museum, drivers might notice a few roads blocked off due to this weekend’s PumpkinFest.
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Pivotal Point hopes fundraiser continues its momentum
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A local nonprofit hopes to increase its outreach and effectiveness with a unique fundraiser on Saturday.
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Five injured in three-car Clinton County crash
CLINTON COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Five people went to the hospital after a three-car Clinton County collision Thursday. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports the crash occurred around 6:55 p.m. at the intersection of Missouri Route 116 and U.S. Route 169, about 3 miles southeast of Gower, Missouri. A 59-year-old Jefferson City woman driving
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Anxiety is the ‘new pandemic’ for teens and young adults
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — It’s been called “the new pandemic.” Anxiety has increased dramatically among people ages 12-30 over the past 30 years.
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See St. Joseph: The Shoppe Market, Spider Sniffing and Ricky Deans 2nd Annual Fall Spectacular
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — There’s a lot of fall fun happening around town this weekend. From vintage finds to spider adventures and free family fun, there’s something for everyone.
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Field specialist gives tips about grain bin safety
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — With harvest season upon us, residents in Northwest Missouri might frequently see big, silver units while driving down the highway.
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POW/MIA Accounting Agency closes fiscal year with record-breaking milestone
WASHINGTON (News-Press NOW) — The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced it closed its 2025 fiscal year with a record-breaking 231 identifications.
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MoWest hall of famer, former Mustang featured on Cleveland Guardians coaching staff
CLEVELAND, Oh (News-Press NOW) — As the Cleveland Guardians look to advance to the American League Divisional Series (ALDS) Thursday afternoon, the offensive production from the Guardians this season was helped by a St. Joseph native.
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Bishop LeBlond looks to flip the script on the season
ST. JOSEPH, Mo (News-Press NOW) — Week six of the high school football season is here, and Sports Zone’s game of the week is the 1-4 Bishop LeBlond Golden Eagles hosting the 1-4 Kansas City East Academy Christian Lions.
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Herzog, others sued for discrimination, harassment
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Six construction workers have sued Herzog Contracting Corp. and its partners for racial discrimination and harassment while working on a public transportation project in Kansas City, Missouri.
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St. Joseph plans upgrade to aging signage in advance of 2026 World Cup
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph tourism officials are planning a big refresh for many of the aging signs that have long guided visitors to the city’s biggest attractions.
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Salvation Army to collect winter clothing donations
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Salvation Army of St. Joseph is now accepting donations of coats, hats, gloves, blakets and scarves to help families in need.
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Hillyard Tech students explore career paths on Manufacturing Day tour
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce marked Manufacturing Day on Thursday, Oct. 2, giving students a closer look at career opportunities in their own backyard.
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Free walk-in Flu Clinic available at Civic Arena
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Health Department is hosting its free walk-in flu vaccine clinic.
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One dead after DeKalb County crash
DEKALB COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A Cameron, Missouri, man is dead after a one-car crash near that town Wednesday morning.
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