Local man arrested in Platte County
PLATTE CITY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A 34-year-old St. Joseph man is in the Platte County jail after being arrested in connection with two burglaries in a Platte City, Missouri, neighborhood.
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Mustangs overcome slow start to defeat Mudcats
The St. Joseph Mustangs return to Phil Welch and get their four-game homestand started on a strong note, defeating Chillicothe 8-3 Wednesday night. Like other games at Phil Welch in the early part of the season, it was the opposing team in Chillicothe that was the aggressor in the first couple of innings. Mudcats third
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Man charged in fatal Platte County shooting
PLATTE CITY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A 34-year-old man has been charged with second-degree murder in the January shooting death of a Platte City sports reporter.
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MDC releases updated statement on future of Pigeon Hill shooting range, community reactsÂ
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri Department of Conservation’s announcement of the indefinite closure of the Pigeon Hill shooting range has sparked controversy among community members.
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SJSD appoints two new administrators
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The appointments of two administrators for the 2025-26 academic year were approved by the St. Joseph School District Board of Education.
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Water bill increase now in effect for St. Joseph customers
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Customers in St. Joseph and surrounding communities will now see new and increased water rates reflected on their monthly bills following approval by state regulators in May.
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Noyes tennis courts resurfacing project underway
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Tennis players will soon have a fresh playing surface to enjoy at the Noyes Sports Complex courts.
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St. Joseph Museums displays local artist’s work for JuneteenthÂ
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A local artist’s work is being featured in the St. Joseph Museums as part of the celebration leading up to Juneteenth.Â
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Ramps to close for scrub seal project
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Motorists will need to seek alternates routes as the Missouri Department of Transportation is set to close ramps on Route 36 as part of an ongoing project.
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Maryville names Heiland as new city manager
MARYVILLE, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Maryville’s top administrator will officially remove the ‘interim’ from his title moving forward.
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Mini-golf event being held to support local nonprofit
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — There is still time to register for InterServ’s Miniature Golf Tournament happening this week.
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Juneteenth committee of St. Joseph presents ‘Our Town’Â
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.Â
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City transit temporarily switches to fixed routes
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph Transit switched to fixed routes only starting Tuesday, June 10.
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United Way donors providing fans to help combat warmer temperatures
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — United Way of Greater St. Joseph and its donors are providing fans to people in need as the summer heat starts to take effect.
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Mosaic announces partnership with Goats football
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Mosaic Life Care is now the official health care provider for the St. Joseph Goats Arena Football team. In a Facebook post on Monday, Mosaic shared that it will provide physician coverage to all Goats players during home games at Civic Arena in St. Joseph. “This partnership is a
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Lake Contrary weed treatment beginsÂ
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — After a 24-hour delay, a Buchanan County contractor was able to take on the task of spraying weeds at Lake Contrary.
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Mothers Against Drunk Driving partners with Reed Chevrolet to end impaired driving
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.
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City holds hearing on proposed sewer rate hike, OKs 5-year Capital Improvement Plan
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The City Council Chamber was largely quiet on Monday as St. Joseph held a public hearing on proposed sewer rate increases that could occur in 2025 and 2026. Community members were invited to participate in the public hearing that preceded Monday’s City Council meeting. St. Joseph resident Steve Jones
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Safety concerns close local shooting range to public use
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri Department of Conservation announces the indefinite closure of shooting ranges at Pigeon Hill Conservation Area to the public.
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MWSU Track & Field head coach ready to move forward
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University reinstated the Track & Field program after ‘new information and a new level of support’ came forward.
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Local singer wins Life 88.5 contest
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Molly Rodriguez, with her passion for sharing the gospel and hope to inspire the younger generation, has won the Life 88.5 radio contest.
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Board of Education reviews budget and job descriptions
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Board of Education will meet at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, June 9, at Troester Media Center to continue preparation for the 2025-26 academic year.
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Next Taste of United Way event announced
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Reservations are open for the United Way of Greater St. Joseph’s Taste of United Way event coming up on Monday, June 23.
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Buchanan County Jail introduces tablets for inmatesÂ
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Buchanan County Jail has started rolling out tablets to inmates as part of a new initiative to improve communication.
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Annual Sculpture Walk returns for its 12th year
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Allied Arts Council is set to host its yearlong outdoor sculpture exhibit with new additions in Downtown St. Joseph.
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Friends of Krug Park to host Park-a-Palooza
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One annual St. Joseph summer staple is back with free admission and fun for the whole family.
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Local nonprofit leader’s new book encourages discussions about mental health
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Local nonprofit leader Demetrius Chance’s new book uses the difficult experiences and lessons in his own journey to encourage mental health.
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Local boy competing in national Jr. Ranger program
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — 11-year-old Brycen White’s love of nature could result in $20,000 for college, thanks to the Jr. Ranger program, hosted by TV host and biologist Jeff Corwin.
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Artist speaks out after client scammed by fraudulent tattoo pageÂ
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A local tattoo shop is warning the public about fraudulent social media accounts after a client was scammed out of money for tattoo services.
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MWSU announces reinstatement of Track & Field programs
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — In a Saturday press release, Missouri Western State University announced the reinstatement of its men’s and women’s track and field programs. The press release said, “Overwhelming community support leads to the programs’ return.” “Given the dedication of our student athletes and their success in competition and in the classroom,
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