Events Archives

St. Joseph Retro Con to feature multiple guests, famed Mortal Kombat artist

June 13, 2025 11:43 am Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — In less than a day, St. Joseph is set to hold it’s first ever Retro Convention.

Tea, Tiaras and community involvement

June 12, 2025 8:31 pm Kirsten Stokes

ST. JOSEPH, MO (News-Press NOW) — In an effort to keep the community engaged, Alchemy Tea Co. hosted “Tea and Tiaras,” a special event for young girls in the area.

Juneteenth committee of St. Joseph presents ‘Our Town’

June 10, 2025 12:25 pm Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Juneteenth celebration events will kick off this weekend in St. Joseph, with a performance of ‘Our Town’ taking center stage.

NWMO Republican Club announces June meeting

June 10, 2025 10:19 am News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Northwest Missouri Republicans will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday, June 19. The meeting will take place at Bandana’s Bar-B-Q, located at 4225 Frederick Ave. Social hour will begin at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner and the evening program, which will start at 6:30 p.m. Attendees may order

Mothers Against Drunk Driving partners with Reed Chevrolet to end impaired driving

June 10, 2025 10:00 am News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Kansas City is partnering with one local car dealership for a Test Drive Event aimed at ending impaired driving.

Friends of Krug Park to host Park-a-Palooza

June 9, 2025 10:00 am News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One annual St. Joseph summer staple is back with free admission and fun for the whole family.

Local groups present program on St. Joseph’s connection to migration to Oregon and California

June 5, 2025 10:10 am News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Members of Gateway and the St. Joseph Public Library are set to present a program to dive into one of St. Joseph’s historic stories on Saturday, June 14.

Northwest Missouri Democrat Days events announced

June 4, 2025 3:00 pm News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Buchanan County Central Democratic Committee is sponsoring the annual June Northwest Missouri Democrat Days, as it returns after a hiatus due to COVID-19.

Kansas City’s ‘Heartland Men’s Chorus’ to perform in St. Joseph

June 4, 2025 1:53 pm News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Kansas City Heartland Men’s Chorus will come to St. Joseph to celebrate its 40th Anniversary with regional performances.

See St. Joseph: burning energy, raising funds

June 12, 2025 6:00 am Kendra Simpson

The Ignite 5k raises funds for the Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Joseph.

The Dance Arts Center to celebrate 40th Anniversary with ’40 and Fabulous’ recital

June 3, 2025 1:57 pm News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Dance Arts Center is celebrating its 40th season of teaching dance with its ’40 and Fabulous’ recital on Friday, June 6 and Saturday, June 7.

Juneteenth Planning Committee to put on production, “Our Town”

June 3, 2025 12:29 pm News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Juneteenth Planning Committee will present the production of Our Town by Thornton Wilder to celebrate the holiday.

Bluffwoods Renaissance Festival to entertain through the weekend

May 30, 2025 12:00 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Bluffwoods Renaissance is kicking off on Saturday, May 31, with sword fights, food, and medieval games for people to enjoy.

See St. Joseph: fun in the sun

May 29, 2025 6:10 am Kendra Simpson

The Imagine Eleven concert series is kicking off the 2025 season 6 p.m. Sunday in Coleman Hawkins Park with the classic rock band, Swift Kik

Benefit auction supports local cancer patient and family

May 25, 2025 8:29 pm Kendra Simpson

Triple-B Auction, Elite Events and the Good Times Event Center hosted the benefit auction to support the Bibb family while they undergo difficult times.

Mobile clinic offers free breast and cervical screenings

May 22, 2025 1:22 pm Kendra Simpson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Stuber Health and Heart to Heart International have teamed up to offer free breast and cervical cancer screenings at the Sisters of Solace coffee shop.

Buchanan County Women’s Democratic Club hosts meeting

May 22, 2025 11:33 am News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Buchanan County Women’s Democratic Club will host its meeting at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, May 27. St. Joseph Museum Director, Sarah Wilson will speak on “How the Current Political Climate is Impacting Heritage Organizations Like the St. Joseph Museums”. Wilson will field questions after her formal presentation. The

St. Joseph Goodwill reopens after renovations

May 22, 2025 11:20 am Kendra Simpson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Goodwill held a grand reopening ceremony Thursday morning, complete with a blue ribbon cutting, donuts and coupons for shoppers.

See St. Joseph: community, celebrations & comedy

May 22, 2025 6:00 am Kendra Simpson

St. Joe’s Comedy Wedding is a ceremony like no other including a family-feud, a delicious dinner, dancing and plenty of laughs.

Big Brothers Big Sisters to host Annual Ignite 5k

May 21, 2025 1:11 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Joseph invites runners, walkers and community supporters to lace up their sneakers for one well-known annual event.

Nodaway County Sheriff’s Office announces ‘Fish with a First Responder’

May 9, 2025 11:25 am Leah Rainwater

MARYVILLE, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Youth ages 15 and under are invited to enjoy a day of fishing alongside first responders who serve Nodaway County. This is the second year the Nodaway County Sheriff’s Office has put on ‘Fish with a First Responder’. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on

Small business owners connect at Chamber Roundtable

May 8, 2025 10:21 am Kendra Simpson

Several business owners attended the roundtable to discuss business practices and how to handle day-to-day difficulties.

See St. Joseph: celebrating mothers and clear skies

May 8, 2025 8:00 am Kendra Simpson

Aviation enthusiasts can see what it’s like to be a pilot Saturday with the Young Eagles flight program.

Northwest Republican Club to hold May meeting, Schumacher to speak

May 8, 2025 10:30 am Leah Rainwater

St. Joseph City Manager, Mike Schumacher, to speak at NWMO Republican Meeting on Thursday, May 15.

Community to participate in Adopt-a-Block program

May 5, 2025 3:39 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The annual Adopt-a-Block program will take place on Saturday, May 10. The program aims to beautify St. Joseph and make a visible difference in local neighborhoods. Whether it’s for a neighborhood group, business, church or passionate individual, all community members are welcome to sign up. Those interested can sign

St. Joseph Arts Academy teaches music is for all

May 4, 2025 4:37 pm Kendra Simpson

Breanna Zhao, a violin student at the St. Joseph Arts Academy, has practiced the violin for a over a year and is now able to play a complete song with little to no mistakes.

United Democrats of Northwest Missouri hold annual Truman dinner

May 2, 2025 3:00 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW ) — The United Democrats of Northwest Missouri Club will hold it’s annual Truman dinner celebration on Tuesday, May 6. The event will be held at Bandana’s Bar-B-Q, located at 4225 Frederick Ave. Social hour will begin at 5:30 p.m., where attendee’s will be able to order food. The event