ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Dating back to the 2019 season, Gardner Minshew has made a name for himself in the NFL with his strong play, along with his iconic mustache and mullet.
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Tucked in America’s heartland is a 7/8 mile oval in the middle of a cornfield, dubbed the “Fastest Short Track on the Planet.” Despite being located in the hills of Newton, Iowa, its origins have ties to the Show-Me State.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As heavy storms brought more than a summer’s worth of rain in one night to central Texas, less than 500 yards separated Traejun Johnson’s hillside apartment in Kerrville, Texas, from the rapidly surging Guadalupe River.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Residents will get a unique opportunity for an up-close and personal look at two of the city’s iconic landmarks this month.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The community came together on Monday to celebrate and honor the veterans who fought in the Vietnam War.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Robidoux Resident Theatre will be presenting “Fiddler on the Roof” this weekend, but with a local twist.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A longtime firefighter in St. Joseph will hang up his boots after nearly 30 years with the department.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — This week marks the beginning of Camp Invention, hosted by the Mosaic Life Care Foundation at emPowerU.
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ST. JOSEPH, MO (News-Press NOW) — A native of St. Joseph and alumni of Central High School, has emerged as a rising force behind the lens, recently serving as director of photography on the new music video “YODA” by Tech N9ne featuring Lil Wayne.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — David Leslie has traveled to over 1,600 stadiums in his 74 years of life, and has added St. Joseph’s Civic Arena to the total.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Kevin Little has been a St. Joseph Mustangs fan for 15 years and has been a host family for 10.
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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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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — More than three years after the tragic death of a Mid-Buchanan volleyball coach, her family continues to honor her legacy through an annual volleyball tournament and scholarship fund.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — News-Press NOW Anchor and Multimedia Journalist, Kirsten Stokes, will be competing in the Miss Kansas competition on Saturday, June 7.
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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.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph Quorum Initiative announced registration is open for the city’s third Madam President Camp to teach young girls leadership skills.
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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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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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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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INDEPENDENCE, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Community of Christ voting delegates approved the first female prophet-president on Sunday, June 1.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The 2025 season of St. Joe FIT is in its 12th season and offers a free 10-week family-friendly program for anyone.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri drivers are seeing some relief at the gas pump as the Memorial Day travel period kicks off.
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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.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Contractors are preparing to begin a more-than two-year project to upgrade one historic park in St. Joseph in the coming weeks. E.L. Crawford and Construction plan to begin the $11.75 million project on Monday, June 2. The project is weather-permitting. Residents will notice fencing and signage- there will be
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One popular summer concert series returns for the 2025 season and kicked off its performances on Friday, May 16. This free community event will bring live music, food and entertainment to Coleman Hawkins Park in historic Downtown St. Joseph. “We really tried to get into the revitalization of Downtown,
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — On his 20th birthday, Lawrence Ralston knew that his small beginnings as a son of a farmer were no comparison to the war he faced.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Ales West Beer Festival is returning to celebrate craft beverages and community spirit at Coleman Hawkins Park for it’s seventh year in a row. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 7 and will showcase various samples from breweries, distilleries and
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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
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Throughout the first week of May, the St. Joseph Convention and Visitors Bureau has different ways for the community to celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week. Throughout the week, residents are encouraged to participate in #ExploreStJoMo, by snapping selfies, visiting favorite local spots and supporting area businesses. The celebration
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Mark Horstman (l.) and former state senator Pat Conway (r.) are part of the committee organizing the Veteran’s Home Golf Fundraiser in July.
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