Local jeweler explains origins behind birthstones
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Most people know their birthstones, but many don’t know that the concept has a variety of origins.
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Storm Tracker team educates kids at Safety Acres
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) –Each fall, the St. Joseph Health and Safety Council hosts its annual farm safety event, Safety Acres, designed to educate local youth on the importance of rural safety.
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Evergreen school shooter was ‘radicalized by some extremist network,’ sheriff’s office says
EVERGREEN, Colo. (KRDO) — Jefferson County officials held a press conference with updates on the shooting at Evergreen High School late Thursday morning.
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Savannah Pool exceeds donation goal
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â The Savannah Pool exceeded its $50,000 goal at its Saturday’s Splash Bash.
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See St. Joseph: Music, culture and giving back
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — This weekend is packed with music, culture, and celebration all over the city. Mark your calendars because it’s time to See St. Joseph.
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St. Joseph Reads launches WE READ 2025
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â St. Joseph Reads is launching its second annual community read, “WE READ 2025,” at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 13th at The Story Collective.
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Local emergency responders remember, honor 9/11
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — 24 years ago, tragedy struck New York City and the United States of America as a whole.
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FBI releases photos of a person of interest in Kirk assassination
Investigators released two images of the person and appealed for tips to help solve the shooting of Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist and close ally of President Donald Trump who played an influential role in rallying young Republican voters.
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SJFD new alerting system now online
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A $420,500 project featuring a new Westnet alerting system, implemented to speed up the dispatching of emergency calls, is now in use, according to a City of St. Joseph press release.
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Five sent to hospital from rollover crash at Meadow Lane and Messanie streets
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One minor, three young adults and one adult were sent to the hospital on Thursday morning due to a two-vehicle rollover crash on South 33rd and Messanie streets.
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EVERGREEN, Colo. (KRDO) — Jefferson County Communications says that they have received reports of an “active assailant” in the area of Evergreen High School. According to our partners at 9News, the sheriff’s office said at least two students have been shot, and they are en route to the hospital.
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AFL-CIO ‘Diaper Depot’ provides supplies to local families
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â The AFL-CIO’s is highlighting its Diaper Depot program to connect families in need with services, programs and resources.
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MoWest to host Family Day Saturday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University will welcome students and their families to campus this weekend for its annual Family Day celebration.
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Former active-duty U.S. Air Force Captain is honor by Missouri Air National Guard
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — On Wednesday afternoon, the Missouri Air National Guard’s 139th Airlift Wing honored a former active-duty Air Force captain.
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Law change helps social work students serve communities faster Â
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â Missouri Western State University social work students are now one step closer to their careers, thanks to new legislation that opens the door for them to receive mentorship and sit for their licensing exam.Â
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Charlie Kirk, a prominent conservative activist and Trump ally, dies after shooting at Utah campus event
(CNN) — Charlie Kirk, a conservative political activist and co-founder of Turning Point USA, was killed Wednesday after being shot at an event at Utah Valley University, President Donald Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform. He was 31.
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Missouri Democrats to respond to House approved redrawn maps
 Jazsmin Halliburton (Editor’s note, 9/10: The story corrects the day of the week that the state senate will begin taking up legislation in the special session.) JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Missouri Democrats will hold a rally and press conference on Wednesday in response to state Republicans taking one step closer to officially redrawing Missouri’s
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Chamber ‘Donut Dash’ returns with historic St. Joseph routes
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce invites all runners, walkers and donut lovers to its “Donut Dash” 5k+.
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MidCity Excellence launches new ‘Youth City’ program to inspire next generation of journalists
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A longstanding nonprofit in Midtown St. Joseph is taking its mission to new platforms by giving youth hands-on experience as multimedia journalists and content creators.
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Child sustained injuries in early morning shooting
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A 10-year-old child is in stable condition after sustaining a gunshot wound during a Wednesday morning shooting in the 900 block of South 18th Street.
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Councilmembers Marty Novak, Madison Davis, Randy Schultz to seek reelection, newcomer Collin Clibon vies for at-large seat
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Three sitting City Councilmembers and one newcomer are planning to throw their hats into the ring for next year’s municipal election.
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Platte County withdraws from Tri-County board of trustees
PLATTE COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — On Monday, the Platte County Commission unanimously voted to terminate its participation in the Clay Platte Ray Mental Health Board (CPR).
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St. Joseph Mayor John Josendale launches reelection bid for 2026
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph’s incumbent mayor has officially announced he will seek four more years in office come next year.
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Reward increased to $10,000 for missing ram in Northwest Missouri
GRANT CITY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The search continues for a missing ram in Northwest Missouri, with the reward now raised to $10,000 for his safe return.
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Experts share safety tips for National Preparedness Month
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Safety experts are sharing tips to stay prepared during National Preparedness Month.
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SJPL awarded grant to help protect books from wear and tear
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Public Library recently received a grant from the Region D Recycling and Solid Waste Management District, which went toward helping physically protect books.
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Early College Academy helps SJSD students earn college creditÂ
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â High school students in the St. Joseph School District got a taste of college life during the Early College Academy orientation at Missouri Western State University.Â
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Second Harvest takes part in Hunger Action Month
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â September is known as National Hunger Action Month, and Second Harvest is working to bring awareness to the nationwide campaign.
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House sends new congressional map, initiative petition reform to Senate
The Missouri House has sent the Senate a new congressional map that could eliminate a safe Democratic seat.
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Winning lottery ticket in Missouri bought at St. Louis-area QuikTrip
A Missouri lottery player who won half of the $1.787 billion jackpot over the weekend bought their ticket at a QuikTrip in the St. Louis area, according to a Monday press release.
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