Alec Pascuzzi, Author at News-Press NOW

Friends of the Animal Shelter set to showcase new graduates of ‘Puppies for Parole’ program

October 31, 2025 10:30 am Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — In 2010, the Missouri Department of Corrections started a program known as “Puppies for Parole.”

Lindbergh Elementary implements new reading buddy program

October 29, 2025 11:50 am Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Lindbergh Elementary School implemented a new reading buddy program for its second-grade students.

MoWest and St. Joseph Catholic Academy announce partnership

October 28, 2025 10:30 am Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University and St. Joseph Catholic Academy announced a partnership, furthering the relationship between the college and the academy.

Food bank offers recommendation for potential suspension of SNAP benefits

October 27, 2025 3:00 pm Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — “The well has run dry,” according to the United States Department of Agriculture, when talking about food stamps.

YWCA celebrates completion of new renovations

October 23, 2025 11:10 am Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of YWCA renovations.

GLVC basketball championships a huge step for St. Joseph Sports Commission

October 22, 2025 12:01 pm Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Civic Arena is set to become home to a major sporting event.

Officials remind public of safety tips through school bus safety week

October 21, 2025 10:54 am Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Local law enforcement is reminding the public about School Bus Safety Week and what it entails.

Rosecrans Memorial Airport to undergo two construction closures

October 20, 2025 10:46 am Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Rosecrans Memorial Airport is set to undergo two construction closures.

Local Italian restaurant thriving after one year of business

October 16, 2025 1:37 pm Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Despite National Pasta Day being celebrated on Friday, Oct. 17, a local 5-star restaurant owner said “every day is National Pasta Day”.

Professional boxing comes to St. Joseph

October 15, 2025 5:10 pm Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Bear Den Boxing Club is bringing a professional boxing event to St. Joseph.

Continuum of Care in search for 2026 board members

October 14, 2025 12:00 pm Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Continuum of Care for Homeless Services (CoC) is calling for new 2026 general membership members and board members.

Animal shelter offers advice on how the community can help with overcrowding

October 13, 2025 5:53 pm Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Animal Shelter is currently at full capacity, and has seen a rise in pets coming through the shelter over the years.

Parker McCollum concert to bring crowd of fans to Downtown St. Joseph

October 9, 2025 1:35 pm Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Downtown St. Joseph will be lively with fans of one well-known country singer.

4-H program celebrates National 4-H Week

October 8, 2025 11:59 am Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The national youth development organization 4-H is celebrating National 4-H Week.

New St. Joseph kids clothing store offers affordable options for families

October 7, 2025 5:40 pm Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One new South Side business is providing affordable clothing and child care items for families.

‘Home is where the heart is’: organizations observe World Habitat Day

October 6, 2025 5:29 pm Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Oct. 6 marked the recognition of world habitat day, an observance highlighting the state of our towns and cities.

St. Joseph Trail Alliance to host outdoor event

October 5, 2025 11:30 am Alec Pascuzzi

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.

Ice skating rink celebrating 50 years of keeping it cool

October 3, 2025 11:31 am Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Bode Ice Arena is celebrating its anniversary of serving St. Joseph for half a century this weekend.

Copperhead snakes more active around River Bluff Trails Park

October 1, 2025 5:05 pm Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — With cooler weather moving in, copperhead snakes are preparing for hibernation.

‘Voices of the Past’ coming to Mount Mora Cemetery

September 30, 2025 4:20 pm Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Mount Mora Cemetery Preservation & Restoration Association is hosting the annual “Voices of the Past” tours.

MoWest hosts blood drive to kick off homecoming week

September 29, 2025 10:22 am Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University hosted a blood drive to kick off its homecoming week.

Saint Joseph Symphony launches ‘Meowstro Circle’ and ‘Woof Gang’ monthly giving programs

September 27, 2025 11:15 am Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Saint Joseph Symphony brings two new monthly giving programs to the community, geared toward animal lovers.

Baseball field renovations to take place at Hyde Park

September 27, 2025 9:30 am Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Parks and Recreation Department is set to begin renovation plans for field six at Hyde Park.

Popularity of infrared sauna workouts grows nationwide

September 26, 2025 6:52 pm Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — With increased interest across the country in health and wellness, the use of infrared saunas for workouts is rising.