Patrick Holleron, Author at News-Press NOW

MoWest offers glimpse into the solar system with upcoming planetarium show

November 6, 2025 5:16 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Stargazers and astronomy enthusiasts of St. Joseph will want to mark their calendars next weekend.

Streets Department ramps up snow plow training in preparation for winter

November 6, 2025 3:40 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Snow plow crews are staying prepared for whatever mother nature potentially throws their way this winter.

Missouri expands utility disconnection rule for customers faced with freezing temps

November 5, 2025 2:31 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — With winter fast approaching, customers of investor-owned utilities in Missouri will now be afforded a longer window to avoid utility disconnections in times of frigid temperatures.

Chaddy’s debuts new cafe at Buchanan County Courthouse

November 4, 2025 5:37 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Hot and fresh food is back once again at the Buchanan County Courthouse.

All Hallows Eve Festival brings fun and supports the community

October 31, 2025 7:34 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Hallows Eve Festival took place at the Good Times Event Center, inviting trick or treaters to see a haunted house, trunk or treat stands and Halloween games. The event also gave back to the community, with admission for the event for adults being free if they donated baby formula, while

Mokaska owner, employee discuss Facebook allegations

October 30, 2025 6:52 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A longtime staple in Downtown St. Joseph is undergoing changes

Family-friendly Halloween events to be held for the community

October 29, 2025 1:23 pm Patrick Holleron, Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Local businesses and organizations are preparing to host family-friendly celebrations on Halloween.

United Way hosts first meal kit volunteer session

October 29, 2025 11:54 am Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — With SNAP suspensions potentially coming into play at the beginning of November, United Way kicked off its first Caring Connection volunteer session.

Pregnancy Resource Center receives supply of baby food

October 28, 2025 4:49 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Pregnancy Resource Center announced it has received a supply of baby food from the Convoy of Hope.

United Way holds volunteer sessions to help with possible suspension of SNAP benefits

October 24, 2025 4:21 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As the government shutdown continues, SNAP benefits may be suspended in the coming weeks.

United Way focuses on employment in PACE meeting

October 23, 2025 12:00 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The United Way of Greater St. Joseph focused on employment opportunities during its monthly PACE meeting.

City provides update on John Lucas Enhancement Project

October 22, 2025 11:42 am Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The City of St. Joseph Parks and Recreation held a public meeting last week regarding the John Lucas Enhancement Project.

Phil Welch stadium renovations ahead of schedule

October 21, 2025 12:29 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The ongoing renovations at Phil Welch Stadium are ahead of schedule.

SJSD Foundation presents 2025 Apple Seed Innovation Grants

October 16, 2025 12:00 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Foundation honored nine employees with “surprise patrol” visits.

Community Action’s Head Start program awarded $1.18 million in funding

October 15, 2025 11:33 am Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Nutrition services will be updated at Community Action Partnership of Greater St. Joseph (CAPSTJOE), thanks to funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Senior Services.

City official, business owner share takeaways from QR code feedback system

October 14, 2025 5:35 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — It’s been a little over a week since the City of St. Joseph launched its new means of residents providing informational feedback.

Ombudsman program aims to bring awareness to Residents Rights Month

October 12, 2025 9:45 am Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The rights of residents are always important for those in living facilities.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month highlights importance of routine exams

October 9, 2025 5:45 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — October is universally recognized Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a health campaign aimed at bringing attention to this specific form of cancer.

City sets up QR codes as new method to provide customer service feedback

October 8, 2025 2:37 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Residents in St. Joseph will be seeing a new method to provide feedback for city officials.

Health Department to install needle depository at Community Missions

October 7, 2025 11:35 am Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Community Missions will be receiving new equipment from the St. Joseph Health Department.

Free walk-in Flu Clinic available at Civic Arena

October 2, 2025 11:13 am Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Health Department is hosting its free walk-in flu vaccine clinic.

Fall Clean Sweep underway

October 1, 2025 11:58 am Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph residents will be able to get rid of unwanted items and yard waste.

Community Action’s LIHEAP Summer Crisis Intervention Program ending

September 30, 2025 10:37 am Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Anyone facing threats of disconnection from heating or cooling sources will need to act quickly.

MoWest’s Pop Culture Club to host fall themed events

September 27, 2025 1:00 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — To take part in fall festivities, Missouri Western State University’s Pop Culture Club will be holding fall events throughout the season.

State Rep. Brenda Shields shares decision to end Missouri Senate campaign

September 25, 2025 11:55 am Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — When State Rep. Brenda Shields (R-St. Joseph) announced her decision to end her campaign for Missouri’s 34th Senate district on Wednesday, it generated plenty of attention.

St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce hosts community job fair

September 23, 2025 5:15 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Multiple local companies were present with information for people searching for jobs at the Community Job Fair.

Missouri American Water hosts ‘Show Me Safety’ Fair

September 18, 2025 10:55 am Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Safety is a top priority in many industries, especially those that utilize construction and utility tools.

Experts share safety tips for National Preparedness Month

September 9, 2025 11:43 am Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Safety experts are sharing tips to stay prepared during National Preparedness Month.

United Way launches 2025 Campaign

September 4, 2025 11:26 am Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — United Way of Greater St. Joseph began its 2025 campaign on Thursday morning with a kickoff breakfast.

Samaritan Counseling Center receives donation from Ancient Order of Hibernians

September 3, 2025 2:46 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Ancient Order of Hibernians donated a check in the form of $2,200 to the Samaritan Counseling Center to assist in its services to the community.