Carter Ostermiller, Author at News-Press NOW

The Daily Grind Coffee Shop prepares for highly anticipated open

January 30, 2026 11:29 am Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — St. Joseph will soon gain another business in a coffee shop expected to open Tuesday, Feb. 3.

The Voices of Courage Child Advocacy Center provides a new ‘paws-on’ service.

January 29, 2026 5:06 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The slogan “man’s best friend” has been a staple saying about the relationship between dogs and humans forever, and one dog’s job at Voices of Courage Child Advocacy Center is to be everyone’s best friend.

St. Joseph broadcaster retires after 45 year career

January 29, 2026 11:07 am Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — A familiar radio voice is calling it a career after 45 years in broadcast journalism.

SJFD shares home saftey tips to prevent fires

January 28, 2026 3:17 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV)- The temperatures have been colder than usual lately, prompting residents to turn up the heat in their homes.

Local hardware store prepares city for harsh winter weekend

January 23, 2026 9:08 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Temperatures in St. Joseph, Missouri, are expected to reach single-digits, with wind chills in the negatives this weekend.

New antique and boutique mall prepares for March open

January 22, 2026 11:54 am Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — A new business aiming to bring the St. Joseph community together is set to open in just a few short months.

Tax expert shares updates for 2026 tax season

January 16, 2026 4:52 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — With the new year comes the beginning of tax season, meaning potential changes to how taxpayers are used to filing.

VISA and Commerce Bank launch Small Business Readiness program for 2026 FIFA World Cup

January 14, 2026 4:24 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — A new program is giving small businesses preparation for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Downtown St. Joseph celebrates small businesses with first ‘Second Saturday’ of 2026

January 11, 2026 12:39 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — A monthly celebration in Downtown St. Joseph is helping small businesses kick off their 2026.

Officials provide construction update on TownePlace Suites Hotel

January 9, 2026 4:12 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Construction is in its early stages on the new Marriott TownePlace Suites Hotel on 1401 N. Woodbine Road. According to City of St. Joseph Plans Review Coordinator Dale Reuter, the four-story, 129-room hotel, proposed in June of 2024, has a market value of $10 million, plus. Construction officially began sometime in

Freightliner blocks I-29 Friday morning

January 9, 2026 1:07 pm Carter Ostermiller

ANDREW COUNTY, Mo. (KQTV) — Two passengers are unharmed in a Friday morning semi-truck crash on Interstate 29 in Andrew County.

MidCity Excellence to host 12th annual MLK Jr. ‘Solutions Summit’, celebrating 25 years of history

January 8, 2026 12:16 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — A St. Joseph youth academy celebrates their 25th year of educating the local youth with their 12th annual MLK Jr. ‘Solutions Summit.’

A St. Joseph nursing home provides early Christmas celebrations

December 22, 2025 10:39 am Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The Advanced Care of Saint Joseph had their annual Christmas party on Friday for its residents. Residents gathered around their cafeteria to celebrate the early festivities with meals, snacks and a visit from Santa. “Being able to share this moment with them and, open gifts with them it’s very touching

25th annual Christmas for Kids toy drive gives back to local children

December 22, 2025 10:38 am Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) –The 25th annual Christmas for Kids toy drive brought Christmas to local children right before the holiday season. A local radio station, Joetown 107.5, asked people to help donate toys to agencies like the Noyes Home for Children, Adopt-a-Family, and more. The season of gifts came early for the children who

3rd Annual Tutu Trot races to support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

December 22, 2025 10:36 am Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — On Saturday, the annual Tutu Trot took place at Krug Park. The 3rd year event had St. Joseph locals come out to run for a cause. The 1.5-mile run raises money for the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. All funds from the run help children like Natalie Caton, who received

Special Olympics medalist Phillips prepares for next event

December 19, 2025 6:18 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Local Special Olympics athlete Charlie Phillips has his eyes set on a new competition.

Shop St Joseph $10K grand prize claimed

December 18, 2025 6:03 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — A St. Joseph resident was able to bring home $10K shortly after the St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce announced its winning Shop St. Joe numbers.

Salvation Army’s Toy Shop Distribution Day gives back to the St. Joseph community

December 18, 2025 5:27 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — St. Joseph community members were able to shop for Christmas gifts for their families during the Salvation Army’s Toy Shop Distribution Days.

St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce draws winning Shop St. Joseph numbers

December 17, 2025 3:39 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce is set to draw the prize winners for its annual Shop St. Joseph raffle.

Local shoppers have one weekend left to enter to win $10K

December 12, 2025 6:21 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce said Monday, Dec. 15, is the last day for shoppers to collect tickets for its annual Shop St. Joseph holiday program.

MADD to host Saturation Patrol Roll Call for local law enforcement

December 12, 2025 11:25 am Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Mothers Against Drunk Driving will bring together local law enforcement for a dedicated saturation patrol focused on keeping Missouri roadways safe.

St. Joseph Salvation Army seeks donations for Toy Shop distribution day

December 11, 2025 4:42 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The Salvation Army is seeking donations for its annual Toy Shop distribution day.

Buchanan County Commission provides update on Juvenile Justice Center project

December 10, 2025 4:46 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The Buchanan County Commission gathered on Wednesday with the wealth management company, Stifel, to discuss proposed financing options for their juvenile detention project.

YMCA LIVESTRONG program helps cancer survivors stay active

December 5, 2025 4:27 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The YMCA’s LIVESTRONG program gives cancer survivors a free YMCA membership and training.

Missouri Court rules in favor of Missouri Right to Education lawsuit

December 5, 2025 10:57 am Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — A Cole County judge ruled in favor of the Missouri Right to Education’s Director, Spencer Toder, in his lawsuit challenging the secretary of state’s ballot language.

St. Joseph Transit to temporarily relocate Woodbine Transfer Center

December 4, 2025 11:28 am Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The St. Joseph Transit announced it would temporarily relocate its Woodbine Transfer Center due to deteriorating pavement at its current facility.

MoWest prepares to host 2025 Show-Me Bowl

December 3, 2025 6:33 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — For the first time in stadium history, Spratt Stadium at Missouri Western State University is hosting all seven Missouri high school football championship games.

Nate Karr’s Guitars for Kids gift guitars for the holiday season

November 30, 2025 12:15 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — On Saturday, Nov. 29, Lanham Music hosted the 3rd Nate Karr’s Guitars for Kids Giveaway.

Local orchard kicks off the holidays with Christmas tree cutting

November 28, 2025 5:16 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — For many Americans, the end of Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the holiday season.

USPS shares holiday shipping date guidelines

November 26, 2025 5:03 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — With Black Friday and online shopping deals hitting stores early, the United States Postal Service is preparing for its busiest time of year.