Community invited to meet adoptable dogs during St. Joe FIT walk
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Animal Shelter is participating in the St. Joe FIT community walk to showcase adoptable animals.
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Highlighting city fireworks ordinances ahead of the Fourth of July holiday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As St. Joseph residents gear up for sparks to fly this weekend, the City of St. Joseph has firework ordinances in place for safety purposes.
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Red Rally date announced
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The City of St. Joseph announced the date and time for the annual Red Rally celebration, known to “kick off” Training Camp in St. Joseph.
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It’s Your Call for July 1
Same old, same old I’d like to know when Republicans quit being Republicans. This deficit busting bill that they have, all these tax cuts for the rich, which is a Republican thing. But it’s the same old crap, trickledown economics. Where’s we’re always for balancing the budget, reducing the deficit? This bill doesn’t do anything
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Chavez, Karen S. 1948-2025 St. Joseph, Mo.
Karen Sue Chavez, 76, of St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, June 28, 2025, at her home, She was born July 30, 1948, in St. Joseph, daughter of the late Ethel and Frederick Penland. She attended Benton High School and worked at the Northwest Psychiatric Rehab Center as a custodial supervisor. She was a member of
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Simmons, Shirley A. 1928-2025 St. Joseph, Mo.
Shirley Ann Wheeler Simmons, 96, of St. Joseph, passed away June 29, 2025, after a short illness. She was born in St. Joseph on Dec. 29, 1928, to Paul and Ethyl Wheeler. She lived in St. Joseph her entire life. She was a lifetime member of Ashland Avenue Methodist Church. Shirley attended Humboldt and Pickett
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Hawkins Sr., James P. 1930-2025 Kansas City, Kan.
KANSAS CITY, Kan. – James Patrick Hawkins Sr., 94, passed away surrounded by family on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. James was born on Aug. 24, 1930, in Sioux City, Iowa, to John Edward and Mary Celestine Hawkins. James graduated from Trinity High School in Sioux City and then served in the United States Army from
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Late Notices, July 01, 2025
Late Notices Maxine Lang TARKIO, Mo. – Maxine Lang, 95, Tarkio, Missouri, died June 28, 2025. Funeral 11 a.m. July 5 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Westboro, Missouri. Visitation 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, prior to service. No open visitation. Arrangements: Davis Funeral Home, Tarkio. www.minterfuneralchapels.com James E. Shelton James “Eddie” Edward Shelton, 66, of
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Missouri Supreme Court will have new chief justice
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A Springfield, Mo., native will be the next chief justice of the Missouri Supreme Court.
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Local organizations ‘highlighting the power of coaches’
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Joseph Company will host a Head Coaches’ Summit to bring together leaders who are committed to shaping culture and driving meaningful change.
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City of St. Joseph announces Fourth of July holiday schedule
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The City of St. Joseph announced which facilities will be available on the Fourth of July holiday this Friday.
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MSHP encourages making safety part of your Fourth of July plans
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri State Highway Patrol has set its holiday counting period for the Fourth of July. The counting period will begin at 6 p.m. on Thursday, July 3, and will go through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 6. Whether planning to visit one of Missouri’s recreational opportunities or hosting
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One dead, three injured in multi-vehicle crash Saturday
ATCHISON COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A three-vehicle crash resulted in one fatality and left three others with moderate to serious injuries Saturday on Interstate 29, five miles north of Rock Port, Missouri.
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St. Joseph man injured in boat explosion over weekend
CAMDEN COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A St. Joseph man sustained moderate injuries when a boat exploded at the Lake of the Ozarks on Friday, June 27.
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It’s Your Call for June 30
How they voted I request that the News-Press publish how our Missouri representatives voted on Trump’s great bill. Editor’s note: In the Senate, Josh Hawley and Eric Schmitt both voted “Yea.” In the House, Rep. Graves voted “Yea.” About rental inspections This is on the rental inspections. How are they supposed to come in
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City to hold annual fireworks show
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The City of St. Joseph has announced the specifications of its annual fireworks show on the Fourth of July.
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Mosaic patient information obtained through Oracle Health/Cerner environment
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Mosaic Life Care announced Friday, it will begin mailing notification letters to certain patients whose information was involved in an Oracle Health/Cerner incident.
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Lack of transparency compounds Western’s problems
These are difficult days for higher education. The Trump administration wages war on elite universities and takes the economically reckless stance of restricting international students. When budgets get tight, state governments fail to support public colleges and universities. As costs rise, families re-evaluate the value of a college degree. Facing a “demographic cliff,” institutions compete
Continue Reading It’s Your Call for June 27
You have a problem If you can’t figure it out by now that the Democrats are the party of communism, socialism, illegal immigration, higher taxes and everything else that’s wrong with the country, you have a problem. God Bless America I watched the news briefing this morning on the bombing over the weekend of the
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Deeds of trust for June 27
Deeds of trust reported from June 18 to June 25 Hayley Woodbury, Dayton Gwinn to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., Frances Eastern Extn LT 5 Blk 81 $175,750. Dominic Mack, Amanda Mack to Goodleap LLC, Dart Collateral Manager LLC, Quail Creek Subdiv LT 64 $57,874.50. Marcie Lindquist to Housing & Urban Development, Ashland Heights 2nd Extn
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Vital statistics for June 27
Marriage applications Ethan Hayes Crooks, 23, and Faith Lo Rie Stevens, 22, both of St. Joseph. Ronald Lee Grippando, 39, and Kayla Nichole Jenkins, 35, both of Topeka, Kansas. Zachary David Evan Drake, 35, and Alicea Ann Canfield, 26, both of St. Joseph. Dylan Joseph Enzbrenner, 30, Atchison, Kansas, and Rachel Ann Smith, 29, St.
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Pet of the Week: cuddly dog and fun-loving dog ready for adoption
Meet Alfalfa! Say hello to Alfalfa, a 2-year-old bundle of joy with a soft white coat and a sprinkle of charming black spots! This sweet boy is as cuddly as a teddy bear and loves nothing more than showering his favorite people with affection. Whether he`s relaxing on the couch or playing outside, Alfalfa’s loving
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Lutz, Larry M. 1945-2025 St. Joseph, Mo.
Larry Michael Lutz, 79, peacefully passed away surrounded by family on June 25, 2025, in St. Joseph. He received great care and kindness from the staff at Mosaic. Larry was born in St. Joseph on Dec. 8, 1945, to George Adam Lutz and Lola Amy (Dysart) Lutz. Larry graduated from Central High School in 1964.
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Petitt, Willard 1960-2025 Cosby, Mo.
COSBY, Mo. – Willard “Willie” Petitt, 64, of Cosby, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2025, in a St. Joseph hospital. He was born Oct. 3, 1960, in St. Joseph. Survivors include wife, Belinda Petitt; and three children; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday, with
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Schenk, Randall L. 1959-2025 St. Joseph, Mo.
Randall Lee Schenk, 65, a lifelong resident of St. Joseph, passed away June 21, 2025, after a very brief struggle with stomach cancer. Randy was born Nov. 11, 1959, and graduated from Central High School. Randy enjoyed a competitive game of pool as well as riding his bicycle or motorcycle along the St. Joe parkway.
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Late Notices Marvin L. Herron ROCK PORT, Mo. -Marvin L. Herron, 87, Rock Port, Missouri, died June 25, 2025. Funeral 10:30 a.m. June 30 Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port. Open visitation begins 10 a.m. June 29, Minter Funeral Chapel with family visitation 2 to 4 p.m. Arrangements: Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port. www.minterfuneralchapels.com Ellen Payne
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Your Letters for June 27, 2025
Behind the riots From the 18 U.S. Code § 2101 –Whoever travels in interstate or foreign commerce or uses any facility of interstate or foreign commerce, including, but not limited to, the mail, telegraph, telephone, radio, or television, with intent — To incite a riot; To organize, promote, encourage, participate in, or carry on a riot; To
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