TaMya Bracy, Author at News-Press NOW

Aetna collaborates with local organizations to improve child health

November 25, 2025 5:44 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Aetna Better Health of Missouri collaborated with a local organization to improve child health across Northwest Missouri.

Aetna Better Health partners with local organization to combat homelessness in Northwest Missouri

November 25, 2025 9:30 am TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Aetna Better Health of Missouri announced new partnerships with local groups to help address homelessness in the region.

Officials share air travel tips ahead of Thanksgiving

November 24, 2025 3:40 pm TaMya Bracy

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KQTV) — With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, numerous Americans will be traveling to see loved ones all over the country.

Travel officials offer tips for Thanksgiving commutes

November 20, 2025 4:27 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — As Thanksgiving week approaches, the Missouri State Highway Patrol warns drivers about a potential increase in traffic.

Savannah High School Meats Science Team places Top 10 at nationals

November 19, 2025 5:56 pm TaMya Bracy

SAVANNAH, Mo. (KQTV) — The Savannah High School Meats Science Team placed fourth in the National Future Farmers of America (FFA) Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana.

SJPD launches new social media series to build transparency within the community

November 18, 2025 4:18 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The St. Joseph Police Department recently launched a social media initiative that is gaining positive community interaction.

City seeks input from local youth

November 17, 2025 4:19 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The City of St. Joseph hosted “Student in Government Day” at EmPowerU.

SJFD prepares crews, gear for winter weather

November 13, 2025 5:20 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — As the temperatures drop, not only does the St. Joseph Fire Department prepare its crew, but its equipment as well.

Community invited to find out ‘who killed Sherlock Holmes’

November 13, 2025 1:51 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The Main Street Saint Joseph and the Wayward Dreamers Guild are looking for local mystery lovers, detectives and investigators to take part in “The Great Detect-Off”.

MoDOT prepares to tackle winter roads

November 12, 2025 4:55 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — With winter around the corner, the Missouri Department of Transportation is preparing for the inclement weather.

St. Joseph honors veterans with parade

November 11, 2025 1:34 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Local organizations and community members witnessed the Joint Veterans Committee of Greater St. Joseph’s annual Veterans Day Parade Tuesday morning.

MoWest’s Haley Lindsey earns national recognition

November 10, 2025 5:17 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Missouri Western State University Director of Financial Aid, Haley Lindsey, was recognized by the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) as its Most Valuable Professional (MVP).

MSHP adds new K-9 to its staff

November 10, 2025 12:45 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — A new furry friend has joined the Missouri State Highway Patrol, bringing in another tool for the agency.

Gov. Kehoe orders Capitol Dome to be lit in honor of the U.S. Marine Corps’ birthday

November 7, 2025 6:33 pm TaMya Bracy

JEFFERSON CITY (KQTV) — On Monday morning, the Missouri State Capitol dome will shine red, white and blue in celebration of the U.S. Marine Corps’ 250th birthday.

MSHP shares winter safety tips for Missouri motorists

November 7, 2025 4:21 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — As winter weather approaches, driving may become a little trickier.

AFL-CIO sees influx of Adopt-a-Family applications

November 6, 2025 5:38 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The AFL-CIO Community Services’ annual Adopt-a-Family Christmas program is back for its 43rd year, and it’s seen an increase in applications this year, compared to others.

Gov. Kehoe signs bill to ban race-based hair discrimination

November 6, 2025 5:00 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — A new Missouri state law now prevents discrimination on natural hair textures and styles associated with race.

United Way receives $100K donation in response to SNAP benefit suspension

November 5, 2025 6:12 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The United Way of Greater St. Joseph has received a $100,000 grant from Mosaic Life Care and the Mosaic Life Care Foundation to assist with food insecurity in the community.

With temperatures dropping, emergency warming centers are now opened in St. Joseph.

November 4, 2025 3:28 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Three St. Joseph social services organizations serve as emergency warming centers for the city.

Law enforcement to conduct sex offender checks on Halloween

October 31, 2025 2:59 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — On Friday evening, the Buchanan County Sheriff’s office will be conducting sex offender compliance checks for Halloween.

Law enforcement agencies gives tips to stay safe on Halloween night

October 30, 2025 11:52 am TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Halloween night can be full of spooky fun and sweet treats, but it doesn’t come without safety tips and tricks to know while roaming the streets.

United Way provides list of warming centers amid fall weather cool down

October 29, 2025 4:45 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The United Way of Greater St. Joseph has released a list of warming centers and emergency warming centers in the community.

Annual Sugarplum Festival returns next week

October 28, 2025 4:36 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The annual Sugarplum Festival kicks off next week at the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art.

Mid-Buchanan hosts safety fair for Red Ribbon Week

October 27, 2025 12:48 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A week-long celebration highlights the importance of living a drug-free lifestyle, while commemorating those who fight against drugs.

State conservation departments encourage hunters to donate venison

October 24, 2025 11:42 am TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri Department of Conservation and the Conservation Federation of Missouri are encouraging deer hunters to donate venison to the Missouri Share the Harvest program.

MSHP reminds drivers to have a safe Halloween

October 23, 2025 11:00 am TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri State Highway Patrol wants to remind drivers to be more alert on Halloween.

Community Action Partnership now accepting winter LIHEAP applications

October 22, 2025 1:20 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Community Action Partnership of Greater St. Joseph is now accepting applications for its Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).

Savannah High School Meats Science Team heads to Nationals

October 21, 2025 4:53 pm TaMya Bracy

SAVANNAH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Savannah High School Meats Science Team is going to the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana.

SJFD to replace 20 year old Ladder Five truck

October 20, 2025 4:49 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Fire Department is one step closer to getting a new fire truck.

New small business to host its first Fall Festival

October 16, 2025 11:01 am TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A local small business has plans to host a family-friendly Fall Festival.