ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Rolling Hills Library is giving residents the opportunity to add their signatures to a steel beam that will be part of the new building set to open next spring.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Mustangs are set to hold a free fan event Tuesday, May 27 to build excitement for the season opener. The fan fest starts at 5:30 p.m. at Phil Welch Stadium, located at 2600 Southwest Parkway in St. Joseph. The event is open to the public. Guests
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GOWER and PLATTE CITY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Memorial Day ceremonies will be held Monday in the area to mourn United States military personnel who died while serving in the armed forces.
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Hershel and Mari Beth Ferguyson are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on June 6, 2025. They were married at the Rosendale Christian Church, in Rosendale, Missouri, on June 6, 1975. Their children are Mallory (Hannah) Ferguson and Kristin (John) Bothof. They also have four grandchildren. There will be a reception honoring Hershel and Mari Beth
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Police agencies came together Tuesday for the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Multiple schools throughout the St. Joseph community held their respective commencement ceremonies today to celebrate the graduating class of 2025. “It’s a great feeling,” St. Joseph Christian co-valedictorian Jackson Cline said. “We’ve been through it for six years now. We worked hard and are really excited for what comes
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Join us as we celebrate the 90th birthday of Shirley Dodge on Sunday, May 25, 2025, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Pony Express Event Center at 1220 South 10th St., St. Joseph, MO 64503. Shirley Temple Dodge will be celebrating her 90th birthday with 50 years of teaching behind her. She is a
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As he stood at the podium to deliver his closing remarks, Mayor John Josendale ended his address with a call to action, challenging those in the audience to continue rallying for St. Joseph. In his eyes, success … and challenges, will be accomplished and overcome with the help of
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The spring and summer seasons bring the possibility for heavy rainfall and contaminated stormwater runoff entering stormwater inlets.
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Firefighters spend their careers helping others, but this time they are reaching out to the community for help.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) –The Young Eagles Program offered local youth the chance to make their flying and aviation dreams a reality on Saturday. Free flights were given for kids between the ages of 8 to 17 at Rosecrans Memorial Airport, with experienced pilots teaching them about the technical skills and the process of
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Mike and Beverly George are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on May 17, 2025. Lifelong residents of Holt County, they were united in marriage on Saturday, May 17, 1975, at the Oregon Presbyterian Church. They were married by Reverend Robert Van Ingen. Cards and well-wishes can be sent to the couple at P.O. Box 347,
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Mike and Beverly George are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on May 17, 2025. Lifelong residents of Holt County, they were united in marriage on Saturday, May 17, 1975, at the Oregon Presbyterian Church. They were married by Reverend Robert Van Ingen. Cards and well-wishes can be sent to the couple at P.O. Box 347,
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Apple Blossom Parade came through town again, with something for the community to enjoy. The festival has been an ongoing tradition in St. Joseph, dating back to 1924 when the first parade was held to watch the apple blossom tress come into full bloom. “It’s a St. Joseph
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Finals week poses as a stressful time for college students, marking the start of Mental Health Awareness Month. According to the 2023 Healthy Minds Study, 76% of college students have reported moderate to severe physiological distress. Among students, 36% of students reported anxiety and 28% having feelings of depression.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University’s national honor society for biology students, known as Beta Beta Beta will hold a plant sale from Tuesday, April 29 to Wednesday, May 1. The fundraiser will be held at the Agenstein/Remington building from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the MWSU’s campus. A wide
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Goats held a private luncheon today at the St Jo Frontier Casino to provide more information about the team and get fans excited for the upcoming season. Goats owner Ted Sweeny and Kansas City Chiefs hall of fame defensive end Neil Smith were among the guest
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — An exclusive luncheon event with the St. Joseph Goats arena football team will take place on Saturday, May 26 at the St. Jo Frontier Casino.
Continue ReadingST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The YWCA of St. Joseph is hosting a Wellness and Resource Fair on Friday, April 25 to help support survivors in the area.
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Jo Anne Bryan will celebrate her 90th birthday on May 5, 2025. She was born to Lloyd and Margaret (Mclaren) Dawson, in Doniphan County, Kansas, on May 5, 1935. She was raised in Sparks, Kansas, and on Aug. 9, 1952, she married Clyde Bryan. They had two sons, Dale and Larry. Clyde passed away in
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Jo Anne Bryan will celebrate her 90th birthday on May 5, 2025. She was born to Lloyd and Margaret (Mclaren) Dawson, in Doniphan County, Kansas, on May 5, 1935. She was raised in Sparks, Kansas, and on Aug. 9, 1952, she married Clyde Bryan. They had two sons, Dale and Larry. Clyde passed away in
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Shakespeare Chateau Guild is highlighting six historic locations for an up-close look at some of St. Joseph’s finest examples of stained glass. The locations will be featured on a tour, St. Joseph’s Architectural Jewelry: a tour of extraordinary stained glass, from noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday, April 27. According to
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The Dance Arts Center Performing Arts Company (DACPAC) participated in the Sheer Elite dance competition in April. DACPAC received the awards below: Groups “Toy Story” was a hip hop dance performed by Cara Buhman, Claire Bolinger, Elizabeth Chavez, Elliana Beck, Emilee Dilley, Henry Pilgram, Holly Johnson, Jude KImmel, Rory Bolinger, and Sydney Miljavic. “Toy Story”
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Tim Miejan, a staff writer and editor with the St. Joseph News-Press from 1984-1995, recently self-published his first novel, Beyond the Wall (450 pages, $11.99 softcover, $22.99 hardcover, $3.99 Kindle, on Amazon), a powerful and thought-provoking tale that challenges readers to confront the harsh realities of a divided society. Beyond the Wall takes place in
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On Saturday, March 29, members and friends of the Pony Express Council, Scouting America gathered at the St. Joseph Country Club to celebrate the success and achievements of Scouting leaders and community volunteers from the region. With over 200 guests in attendance, the evening kicked off with a social hour and plated dinner before the
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