Local auto shop celebrating 30 years of business
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce will help Kruse’s Auto Center celebrate its 30th Anniversary.
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Camp Geiger debuts all-new invention scouts program, one of the first in the nation
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Scouts from St. Joseph and more than a dozen states became some of the first in the nation to participate in an all-new STEM-based invention program launched in St. Joseph.
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Mosaic Life Care Auxiliary to host Alzheimer’s and Dementia Event
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Mosaic Life Care Auxiliary is hosting an event to help better the understanding of Alzheimer’s and Dementia.
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Trooper suffers minor injuries after getting shot in Saline County; MSHP investigating officer-involved shooting
The Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop A announced in a Tuesday evening social media post that the MSHP Division of Drug and Crime Control is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Saline County.
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‘Dump the Pump’ day encourages residents to use public transportation
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Throughout the day on Thursday, St. Joseph Transit offered free rides on all buses as part of the ‘Dump the Pump’ day initiative.
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Sports Commission announces new volleyball tournament for this August
A new high school girls volleyball event is coming to the Civic Arena, a venue where teams invited could find themselves hoisting a state championship trophy not long after. On Wednesday, the St. Joseph Sports Commission announced the dates for the Inaugural Pony Express Girls State High School Volleyball Tournament at the Civic Arena beginning
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Woman seriously injured in two-vehicle collision
CALDWELL COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A 24-year-old Cameron, Missouri, woman was injured following a crash Wednesday afternoon, two miles east of Cameron.
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News-Press NOW joins NOAA’s ‘Weather Ready Nation’
ST. JOSEPH. Mo. (News-Press NOW) — News-Press NOW’s Stormtracker Weather Team is your Weather Ready Nation Ambassador!
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NFL announces Chiefs Training Camp to start July 21 in St. Joe
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Kansas City Chiefs fans got a much-anticipated announcement on the official start of Chiefs Training Camp in St. Joseph.
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Local jeweler partners with St. Joseph Goats
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One local jeweler is now a partner with the St. Joseph Goats and will host a special promotion to kick off the celebration.
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Second Harvest providing food to kids in need during summer
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW). — Throughout the weekdays in the summer, Second Harvest will have cafe sites available for kids in need to receive nutritious lunches.
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Judge awards Ryan Ferguson $43.8 million in lawsuit against insurance company
A Cole County judge awarded Ryan Ferguson nearly $44 million in his lawsuit against an insurer that hasn’t yet paid out his settlement with several Columbia police detectives.
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Clay Oven Indian Cuisine temporarily closed for repairs
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A popular Indian restaurant in St. Joseph will be temporarily closed for the next few days due to minor damage from a fire sprinkler that went off Tuesday.
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12th Annual Sculpture Walk guided tour begins
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Whimsical Walk with the Arts is the title of this year’s sculpture walk.
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“Dump the Pump”: St. Joseph Transit offers free rides on Thursday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — In participating in the National effort to “Dump the Pump” on Thursday, June 19, the St. Joseph Transit is encouraging residents to utilize its services.
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Missouri Troopers expanding use of ‘Ghost Graphic’ cars before July 4th
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri State Troopers are preparing to roll out additional “ghost graphic” vehicles just in time for the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
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Downtown Library to host blood drive, partnered with Royals
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Downtown Library is partnering with the Community Blood Center and the Kansas City Royals to save lives, offering incentives along the way.
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SJCS announces girl’s soccer for next spring
ST. JOSEPH, MO (News-Press NOW) — On Tuesday, St. Joseph Christian announced the start of a new girl’s soccer program set to begin its inaugural season in the spring of 2026. Current wrestling coach and former soccer coach at Lafayette Josh Walters was named the head coach of the new program as part of Tuesday’s
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St. Joseph breaks ground on long-awaited new animal shelter on South Belt Highway
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Crowds of eager residents gathered Tuesday to witness the start of a much-anticipated project to bring a new animal shelter to St. Joseph.
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St. Joseph Health and Safety Council announces additional scholarships
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW). — The St. Joseph Health and Safety Council announced it has received additional scholarships for children seeking to attend Safety Town.
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St. Joseph’s transitional tiny homes to open next month
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Units have been renovated and in just a few short weeks, tiny homes will be available to assist the unhoused across St. Joseph.
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From the goal to God’s plan: Local lacrosse coach starts club league
ST. JOSEPH, MO (News-Press NOW) — Mackenzie Porter knows what it’s like to hold the line when the pressure is high.
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Missouri American Water issues Boil Advisory for parts of Buchanan County
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri American Water Corporation has issued a Boil Advisory for parts of Buchanan County due to a water main break.
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Original KC Wolf retires after 35-year career
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — On Tuesday, Dan Meers- the original ‘KC Wolf’ announced his retirement after 35 years as the Chiefs’ beloved mascot.
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Pony Express Re-Ride to arrive in St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One annual cross-country tradition will make its historic stop at the Patee House Museum this weekend.
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MoDOT issues alert about scam texts
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri Department of Transportation issued an alert about scam texts circulating in the state regarding owed tolls or traffic violations.
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Safety Town is back in full swing
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — To teach children the importance and proper methods of safety, Safety Town will be held until Thursday, July 10.
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Let’s Be Frank: St. Joseph ramps up safety awareness
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Safety Council is encouraging residents to take advantage of a wide range of local safety programs designed to promote well-being and reduce risk within the community.
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Section of Mitchell Avenue to close temporarily
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The westbound lane of Mitchell Avenue between 25th and 27th streets will be closed all day on Wednesday, June 18, for a sewer lining project.
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Kehoe signs Special Session legislation into law
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Governor Mike Kehoe signed three Special Session Legislation into law over the weekend.
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