First Lutheran Church continues Christmas Adventures tradition
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The First Lutheran Church in St. Joseph is continuing its unique, annual tradition, bringing Christmas magic to families.
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Massive U.S. defense bill includes billions for Missouri, troop raises and $200m for new C-130Js
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The U.S. House has signed off on a massive defense policy bill with a record $901 billion in military spending, setting the stage for troop raises and potential upgrades for the 139th Airlift Wing in St. Joseph.
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St. Joseph Health Department has high hopes for expanded language interpreting services
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Starting next year, the St. Joseph Health Department will be updating its language interpreting services to assist the community.
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Graves secures key victories for North Missouri through Defense Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KQTV) — Congressman Sam Graves (MO-06) delivered wins for North Missouri in the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
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Local teen, Pool prodigy reflects on international competitionÂ
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — An area teen who discovered her talent during the South Side Flood of 2020 reflects on her success on the pool table, which recently led her to a world competition in Spain.Â
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Tens of thousands ordered to flee flooding after torrential rain in Pacific Northwest
MOUNT VERNON, Wash. (AP) — Tens of thousands of Washington residents were under evacuation orders Thursday after a barrage of torrential rain that has overflowed rivers, sent mud sliding onto highways and trapped people in floodwaters.
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Congressman Graves pushes for new Air National Guard tuition assistance under bill
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Newly-proposed legislation in the U.S. House could significantly benefit drill-status members of the Air National Guard, including those stationed at the 139th Airlift Wing in St. Joseph.
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Maryville Amazon facility open for business
Maryville, Mo. (KQTV) — Amazon announced its new Maryville facility is open for business just in time for Christmas.
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Pickett Elementary first-graders earn special visit from MoWest’s women’s basketball team
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV)– Missouri Western State University’s women’s basketball team stopped by Pickett Elementary to celebrate the school’s first-graders for leading the St. Joseph School District in attendance rates from August through October.Â
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Subway closes North Belt location in St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A popular Subway store is officially closed on North Belt Highway in St. Joseph, the restaurant confirmed.
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Restaurant inspections for November 2025
ABELADROS 915 Jonathan Ln. Critical: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils, wares must be clean to sight and touch. Insufficient water capacity (includes hot water) (corrected during inspection). Noncritical: Food uncovered. BOUDREAUX LOUISIANA 123 S 6th St. Critical: Food held overnight or removed from original packaging must be labeled with a discard date. BELT ENTERTAINMENT 210 N. Belt
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Deeds of trust for Dec. 12
Deeds of trust reported from Dec. 4 to Dec. 10 Malia Johnson to American Mortgage Bank, South St. Joseph LTS 13 14 Blk 20 $155,138. Kelly Seckel to Connections Bank, 27 55 34 PT NW Quarter $89,000. Patrick Page, Tammy Page to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., Glynn Oaks Plat 4 LT 10 $252,845. Derek
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Vital Statistics for Dec. 12
Marriage applications Coleone Latrell Bryant, 24, and Taylor Shay Williams, 24, both of Stewartsville, Missouri. Jeffery John Van Ooteghem Jr., 33, and Brittany Lea Burgess, 32, both of St. Joseph. Divorce suits filed Scott M. Young and Jenna L. Young. Madel A. Tirol and Allen E. Tirol. Crystal M. Underwood and Richard A. Underwood. Sean
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MoWest to hold Winter Commencement ceremony this Saturday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A new batch of Griffon graduates will soon receive their long-awaited diplomas.
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MoWest to celebrate graduate achievements during Winter Commencement
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Missouri Western State University will celebrate the achievements of 204 graduates during its Winter Commencement ceremony.
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Botulism outbreak sickens more than 50 babies and expands to all ByHeart products
(AP) — Federal health officials on Wednesday expanded an outbreak of infant botulism tied to recalled ByHeart baby formula to include all illnesses reported since the company began production in March 2022.
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St. Joseph Salvation Army seeks donations for Toy Shop distribution day
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) —Â The Salvation Army is seeking donations for its annual Toy Shop distribution day.
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Scholarship opportunity available to Eagle Scouts
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The American Legion Department of Missouri BSA Committee announced the Eagle Scout of The Year program to award scholarships is now underway.
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Annual Krampusnacht Festival and Ball to raise funds for Noyes Home
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The Wayward Dreamers Guild is hosting a full day of holiday cheer and mischief to benefit the Noyes Home for Children.
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Chamber ‘Donut Dash’ helps raise more than $15,000 for three St. Joseph museums
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Three local museums will be the recipients of sizable financial gifts this holiday season thanks to a passionate community of local runners.
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Cybersecurity specialist urges parents to stay vigilant as kids face online threats Â
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — An online safety seminar at the East Hills Library brought parents together to talk about one big topic—how to protect kids online. Â
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House passes defense bill to raise troop pay and overhaul weapons purchases
By STEPHEN GROVES and BEN FINLEY Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The House voted to pass a sweeping defense policy bill Wednesday that authorizes $900 billion in military programs, including a pay raise for troops and an overhaul of how the Department of Defense buys weapons. The bill’s passage on a 312-112 vote comes at
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Domestic violence survivor works to spread awareness for possible offender registry
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — A local Domestic Violence survivor is advocating for a Colorado woman’s petition to establish a registry for Domestic Violence Offenders.
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‘Every kid deserves a Christmas’: Adopt-A-Family program calls on community for help
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — With Christmas being 15 days away, the AFL-CIO’s Adopt-A-Family Christmas program is in need of more adopters, volunteers, and toys.
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Hollywood actress Kylee Levien talks ‘special’ experience filming ‘A Chrismystery’ in St. Joseph and Savannah
SST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Between the main stage of St. Joseph’s Missouri Theater, the holiday lights of Krug Park and Savannah’s historic Town Square, one Hollywood actress knew right away the two cities would be tailor made for a Christmas movie.
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Trump says the U.S. has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Wednesday that the United States has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela as tensions mount with the government of President Nicolás Maduro.
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Buchanan County Commission provides update on Juvenile Justice Center project
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) —Â The Buchanan County Commission gathered on Wednesday with the wealth management company, Stifel, to discuss proposed financing options for their juvenile detention project.
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The Crossing hosts open house in December to showcase new office and community center
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The Crossing Outreach is holding an open house to celebrate its new office and community center.
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Takeaways: Powell says the Fed has delivered enough rate cuts for now
Washington (CNN) — The Federal Reserve on Wednesday lowered interest rates again in a continued effort to keep the labor market intact, despite objections from several key Fed officials who believe the central bank should be prioritizing the higher cost of living instead.
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USDA approves Missouri waiver to exclude candy, sodas from SNAP purchases
The USDA said Wednesday that it had approved Missouri’s waiver seeking to exclude candy, soda and other junk food from purchase with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funding.
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