Feature Archives

Traveler from Canada visits St. Joseph for the Civic Arena

June 27, 2025 11:30 am Kyle Schmidt

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.

Mustangs superfan shows why it’s more than a baseball team

June 20, 2025 11:40 am Kyle Schmidt

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.

Local boy competing in national Jr. Ranger program

June 7, 2025 10:00 am Charles Christian

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.

Volleyball tournament remembers Savannah Domann, gives back to local youth

June 6, 2025 11:26 am Jenna Wilson

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.

News-Press NOW’s Kirsten Stokes takes part in Miss Kansas competition

June 5, 2025 1:00 pm News-Press NOW

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.

Kansas City’s ‘Heartland Men’s Chorus’ to perform in St. Joseph

June 4, 2025 1:53 pm News-Press NOW

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.

Registration open for Madam President Camp

June 4, 2025 11:49 am News-Press NOW

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.

The Dance Arts Center to celebrate 40th Anniversary with ’40 and Fabulous’ recital

June 3, 2025 1:57 pm News-Press NOW

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.

Juneteenth Planning Committee to put on production, “Our Town”

June 3, 2025 12:29 pm News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Juneteenth Planning Committee will present the production of Our Town by Thornton Wilder to celebrate the holiday.

St. Joseph Parks and Recreation kicks off 2025 Parks Passport program

June 2, 2025 12:32 pm News-Press NOW

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.

Community of Christ appoints first female prophet-president

June 2, 2025 11:29 am News-Press NOW

INDEPENDENCE, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Community of Christ voting delegates approved the first female prophet-president on Sunday, June 1.

St. Joe FIT launches 2025 season

May 27, 2025 1:07 pm News-Press NOW

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.

Drivers fill up early as gas prices dip before Memorial Day weekend

May 22, 2025 1:35 pm Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri drivers are seeing some relief at the gas pump as the Memorial Day travel period kicks off.

St. Joseph Goodwill reopens after renovations

May 22, 2025 11:20 am Kendra Simpson

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.

Work set to begin on Krug Park renovation

May 22, 2025 10:20 am Leah Rainwater

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

Sounds of Summer Concert Series kicks off with Downtown performances

May 16, 2025 9:00 am Leah Rainwater, Kendra Simpson

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,

From the front lines to 100: A WWII veteran’s Journey

May 15, 2025 3:09 pm Kirsten Stokes

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.

Ales West Beer Festival returns to St. Joseph

May 14, 2025 11:54 am Leah Rainwater

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

Community to participate in Adopt-a-Block program

May 5, 2025 3:39 pm Leah Rainwater

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

St. Joseph Convention and Visitors Bureau to celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week

May 5, 2025 12:34 pm Leah Rainwater

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

Annual golf tournament will raise money for Veteran’s Home

May 4, 2025 11:00 am Charles Christian

Mark Horstman (l.) and former state senator Pat Conway (r.) are part of the committee organizing the Veteran’s Home Golf Fundraiser in July.

Protestors gather for May Day National Day of Action

May 1, 2025 1:20 pm Kendra Simpson

The Persisterhood of St. Joseph held a May Day protest May 1 to voice their concerns about President Trump’s administration.

Study of Amtrak line to St. Joseph expected to finish this summer

May 1, 2025 10:43 am News-Press NOW

The Missouri Department of Transportation selected Crawford, Murphy & Tilly to conduct a feasibility study looking at options for a proposed Amtrak line to St. Joseph a year ago. MoDOT expected the study to be finished this spring, but it faced a delay.

Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art announces upcoming exhibit

April 30, 2025 3:17 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art announced it has a new, upcoming exhibit. AKMA will unveil it’s new exhibition during an opening reception at 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 9. Our Very Nature by artist, Rachelle Gardner-Roe, is an immersive and interdisciplinary body of work and will

SJSD looks for community feedback to move forward

April 29, 2025 10:40 am Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District’s Prop 2 bond measure was not passed by voters in the April 8 General Municipal Election, now SJSD wants to understand the ‘why’. SJSD is asking community members to participate in a brief survey consisting of 10 questions, which will take about two minutes

Mayor holds National Day of Prayer Breakfast

April 28, 2025 2:22 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Mayor John Josendale will hold the Mayor’s National Day of Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, May 1. The event is coordinated with the National Day of Prayer, with the Opening Prayer happening at 6:45 a.m. The event will take place at Civic Arena, where local pastors, students and community leaders

Performing Arts Association of St. Joseph announces new stage name

April 28, 2025 1:26 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Performing Arts Association of St. Joseph has announced it will take on a new name to provide renewed energy within its organization. While the association’s official legal name will remain as the Performing Arts Association of St. Joseph, Inc., for marketing and branding purposes, it will be known

Torpedo bats make their way to Buchanan county

April 28, 2025 10:04 am Kyle Schmidt

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW)– A record-tying 15 home runs in the first three games for the New York Yankees, brought attention to the wooden bats the club used. The torpedo style bats caught the eyes of many fans. The style eventually made its way to St. Joseph. Co-owner of Walkoff Wood Bat Co. Kevin

Local acting program prepares for upcoming shows

April 27, 2025 10:00 am Kyle Schmidt

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW)– Three original one act performances will be put on by the 2nd Act program at the Robidoux Resident Theater. 2nd Act is a program for adults 50 years or older. Coordinator Cheryl Wood said many theater companies across the nation are realizing more adults are interested in an opportunity like

St. Joseph Goats president speaks about new opportunity in town

April 25, 2025 11:53 am News-Press NOW

The Goats unveiled their uniforms a week ago inside their new home at the Civic Arena, and the team’s president is ready to satisfy the passion of football fans in the area.