Missouri’s Free Fishing Days beginning this weekend
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Adventurous Missouri residents who are interested in trying fishing without having to shell out money for a permit are in luck this weekend.
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SJSD School Board president announces run for State Representative
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph School District Board of Education President Latonya Williams has announced she is running for District 10 State Representative in the next election.
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Former powerlifting champion inducted into St. Joseph Sports Hall of Fame
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Sports Commission held a press conference releasing the names of individuals inducted into the St. Joseph Sports Hall of Fame.
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The Dance Arts Center to celebrate 40th Anniversary with ’40 and Fabulous’ recital
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.
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Chamber of Commerce to begin ‘Young Professionals’ information sessions
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce has launched a new series of informational sessions for emerging leaders.
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Juneteenth Planning Committee to put on production, “Our Town”
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Juneteenth Planning Committee will present the production of Our Town by Thornton Wilder to celebrate the holiday.
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Missouri special session focuses on Royals and Chiefs stadium funding
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Monday’s special session announced by Governor Mike Kehoe last week honed in on funding for the Chiefs and Royals.
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St. Joseph mother charged in fatal DWI crash with child passenger
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Charges have been filed against a St. Joseph woman following a wrong-way crash that killed a St. Joseph man in Andrew County.
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New shopping center, senior apartments and restaurant planned for north St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Residents could see a variety of new destinations for shopping, housing and food as part of a multi-million dollar project at the corner of North Village Drive and Rochester Road in north St. Joseph.
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Groundbreaking for St. Joseph Animal Shelter to get underway
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — After decades-long discussions, a project to relocate the St. Joseph Animal Shelter is set to begin this month.
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St. Joseph man dead after jumping off Riverside Road bridge over Highway 36
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A St. Joseph man is dead after jumping off of the Riverside Road bridge over eastbound Highway 36 on Sunday night.
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Man accused of shooting Lee’s Summit police officer in custody
The Kansas Bureau of Investigation stated that, in conjunction with the Ellis County Sheriff’s Office and the Hays Police Department, a Blue Alert has been canceled and Thomas E. Tolbert has been apprehended and booked in Ellis, Kansas, at 4:50 a.m.
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Local jail tightens security amid nationwide inmate escapes
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As inmate escapes make national headlines, Buchanan County authorities are emphasizing their commitment to maintaining strong jail security.
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Colorado Springs neighbor says Boulder terror attack suspect lived next door
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – A family in the Cimarron Hills area of Colorado Springs said they recognized the man arrested in Boulder for the attack on Israeli hostage protestors as their neighbor.
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Blue alert issued after Lee’s Summit officer shot
A Blue Alert was issued Monday morning by the Missouri State Highway Patrol after a police officer was shot in Lee’s Summit.
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‘Gnome for Noyes Home’ initiative begins
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Noyes Home for Children announced its 2025 ‘Gnome for Noyes Home’ initiative is beginning for St. Joseph residents and businesses.
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St. Joseph Parks and Recreation kicks off 2025 Parks Passport program
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph Parks and Recreation is inviting families to make the most of their summer with the 2025 Parks Passport program.
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Crash at Cook Road and St. Joseph Avenue sends two to hospital
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Emergency crews responded to a two-vehicle collision near the intersection of Cook Road and St. Joseph Avenue Monday morning, involving a cement truck and a silver SUV.
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Multi-million dollar Krug Park renovation project kicks off in St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One of the largest improvement projects in the history of Krug Park officially kicked off today, the start of a long-awaited renaissance for the jewel of north St. Joseph.
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Community of Christ appoints first female prophet-president
INDEPENDENCE, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Community of Christ voting delegates approved the first female prophet-president on Sunday, June 1.
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Crews respond to structure fire
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Fire Department worked the scene of a structure fire early Friday morning in the area of South 19th and Belle streets. Firefighters confirmed the structure was empty and was condemned. When News-Press NOW was on the scene around 4 a.m. Friday, firefighters were working to put
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St. Joseph’s first Retro Con to bring in multiple guest appearances, vendors
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One event aims to bring together retro-lovers from all over, as St. Joseph’s first Retro Con has something for everyone.
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Northwest Missouri Residents to Join National “NO KINGS” Rally on June 14
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Northwest Missouri residents will gather in Maryville and St. Joseph on Saturday, June 14, as part of the nationwide “NO KINGS Day of Defiance.”
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Former Pagan’s Motorcycle Club member pleaded guilty to involvement in theft of firearm
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A former member of the Pagan’s Motorcycle Club pleaded guilty on Friday, May 30 for his involvement in the armed theft of a firearm from a member of a rival motorcycle club.
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Local teen finalist in Life 88.5 contest aims to inspire through music and faith
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As Molly Rodriguez approaches her senior year of high school, she’s not just preparing for graduation, but the chance of a lifetime: to open for Christian artists Caleb & John and Colton Dixon.
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Woman pleaded guilty, jailed for animal abuse
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A Wathena, Kansas, woman will face about a year in county jail for animal abuse for causing a cat’s death.
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Lake Contrary weed spraying to begin in early June
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Buchanan County Commission is taking steps to remove the vegetation at Lake Contrary next month.
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St. Joseph Health Department to close clinic for a week
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Health Department announced it would close its clinic from Monday, June 2 through Monday, June 9.
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Fire crews offer safety tips ahead of summer
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — From outdoor fire safety to water precautions, firefighters are reminding residents to make safety a priority this summer.
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Bluffwoods Renaissance Festival to entertain through the weekend
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.
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