MoWest professor and students give take on AI usage
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The ever-growing artificial intelligence industry has been gaining traction in schools.
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Experts share how to protect your heart throughout the seasons
ST. JOSPEH, Mo (News-Press Now) — According to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, heart disease is the leading cause of death in Missouri.
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SJSD aims to boost focus, cuts cell phones from classrooms
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District rolled out a new rule in 2025 — no cell phones in the classroom.
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Mighty Mo Lacrosse founder announces first clinic
ST JOSEPH, Mo (News-Press NOW) — Just months after the creation of the Mighty Mo Youth Lacrosse Club, founder Mackenzie Porter has announced the first Mighty Mo Lacrosse clinic for Sunday, Sept. 28.
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St. Joseph School Board prepares for key updates in classrooms and facilities
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School Board is set to have its first meeting after the first day of school. Key items on the agenda include upgrades and revisions to report cards.
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Cole County Judge denies temporary restraining order in school choice case
Cole County Judge Brian Stumpe on Monday denied the temporary restraining order the Missouri National Education Association sought against House Bill 12, which would give $50 million to the Missouri Empowerment Scholarship Accounts Program for families to use on private school tuition.
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SJPD rolls out Shield Check program
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Property owners requesting safety checks of their businesses by the St. Joseph Police Department are now seeing extra signs of security from officers.
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Temperature cool down has some residents debating if they should turn their A/C off or up
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Temperatures across the St. Joseph region have remained well below average, bringing cool, fall-like mornings to the area.
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Missouri sees more than 800 school bus crashes in 2024, MSHP urges driver safety
The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported 843 school bus crashes statewide, resulting in seven deaths in 2024.
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One person seriously injured in one-vehicle crash
ATCHISON CO, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One person is seriously injured after a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado traveled off of I-29 on Saturday.
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Mail-in voter ballots in question
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — On Aug. 18, President Trump announced on Truth Social his plan to end mail-in ballots.
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St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce hosts career fair
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph residents in search of a job are in luck.
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‘The furthest we’ve been’: Buchanan County eyes permit to dredge Lake Contrary by end of 2025
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Buchanan County officials hope to know by the end of this year if they can move forward on decades-long discussions of dredging Lake Contrary and restoring it as a recreational lake.
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Puzzle swap set for sunday at East Hills Library
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Public Library will host a jigsaw puzzle swap on Sunday, Aug. 24, at 1:30 p.m. at the East Hills Library. Guests are welcome to bring puzzles to exchange, but participation does not require a swap. The library will also have gently used puzzles available for purchase
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Saving lives with Saturation Saturday, MADD and law enforcement unite against drunk driving
Law enforcement ramped up DUI enforcement Saturday night, joining a national effort to stop impaired drivers before tragedy strikes
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Patriots Day event honors veterans
ST. JOSEPH, MO. (News-Press NOW) — A local gathering on Thursday, Sept. 11, at Wyatt Park Baptist Church, will both honor and benefit veterans in the region.
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Missouri Driver Examination Stations to be closed for Labor Day
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri State Highway Patrol announced that all driver examination stations across the state will be closed for Labor Day.
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Labor Day protests against Trump planned across Northwest Missouri
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A series of Labor Day protests opposing President Donald Trump and his political movement are scheduled across the country on Monday, Sept. 1, including in Chillicothe, Maryville and St. Joseph.
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Student group alleges MU is erasing Black voices after event was canceled over name
The Legion of Black Collegians claims the University of Missouri is trying to erase its presence, while administrators cite inclusivity concerns over a canceled event.
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Trump praises Missouri Republicans for considering redistricting
President Donald Trump on Thursday morning on Truth Social praised Missouri Republicans for talking about redistricting.
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MoDOT carries out safety study of Highway 36 in Northwest Missouri
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — State officials are pressing ahead with an in-depth corridor study designed to improve driver safety along one of Missouri’s historic and unique highways.
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Tiny Taylor Swift tribute, big impact for Noyes Home
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Karyn Morrow, owner of Clean Alchemy, has created a detailed miniature replica of the “Folklore Cabin” featured in Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour.
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MoWest faces enrollment struggles while NWMSU sees growth
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University is facing a steep enrollment decline — a trend that has played out over the last five years and is raising concerns about long-term sustainability.
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Ceremony held to honor promoted SJPD employees
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Police Department will be acknowledging multiple staff members on Thursday evening, who have received promotions dating back to 2023.
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Sessions for those struggling with grief start soon
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — GriefShare will kick off its 13-week session with a standalone session Sunday, Aug. 24, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Brookdale Presbyterian Church.
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Electricity prices trend upward in Missouri, but Evergy says St. Joseph customers are seeing relief
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Residential and commercial electricity prices in Missouri are rising, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s Annual Electric Power Industry report.
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See St. Joseph: Unique finds, tasty tea and golf for dogs
Looking to fill your weekend with fun? From unique finds and tasty treats to teeing off for a good cause, we’ve got something for everyone, it’s time to See St. Joseph!
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SJPL receives grant award for new computers
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Public Library was recently awarded a grant to replace outdated staff computers.
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City finishing $1.6 million for new restrooms at Hyde, Eagles, Corby and Hochman Park
ST. JOSEPH, Mo (News-Press NOW) — It’s officially out with the old and in with new and improved restrooms at various locations throughout St. Joseph’s park system.
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New school year, new school lunches
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Every kid looks forward to lunchtime in school, and during a time for students to fuel their bodies, it’s important to fill plates with healthy food options.
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