Missouri Western announces new dean of students
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University has named a new dean of students: Daniel Avegalio.
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Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office joins Kehoe’s ‘Operation Relentless Pursuit’
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As part of Governor Mike Kehoe’s statewide anti-crime initiative, Operation Relentless Pursuit will focus on capturing dangerous fugitives through targeted policing tactics and joint efforts among law enforcement agencies. According to Executive Order 25-02, the strategies employed in this enforcement initiative will include: The designation of full-time Missouri State
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SJSD School Board approves new administrators for 2025-2026 school year
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Board of Education has approved appointments of four administrators for the 2025-2026 school year. Tom Evans has been appointed the principal of Edison Elementary. Evans previously served as the assistant principal at Oak Grove Elementary since 2021. He began his career in education in
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Missouri Supreme Court rules to uphold paid sick leave law
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri Supreme Court ruled to uphold Missouri’s Prop A bond measure, which supports paid sick leave and an increase in wages. Voters approved the measure in the November 2024 election by 57.6%. Shortly after the election, a petition was brought to the Missouri Supreme Court to overturn the
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Signal project to disrupt traffic on North 22nd Street for several weeks
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Drivers commuting along North 22nd Street across Frederick Avenue will see notable detours lasting for more than a month, starting in May. Starting at 8 a.m. on Monday, May 5, North 22nd Street will be closed on both sides of Frederick Avenue as crews work to upgrade a traffic
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The pride in between the North and South Side
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW)– The Northside and Southside pride, originated from Lafayette and Benton high schools, carries through today and helps give pride to the city of St. Joseph. The third public city school, Central High School has its own kind of pride for those who wear blue. “We didn’t have that northside southside
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MDC working with landowners to preserve Missouri’s natural resources
The Remington Nature Center serves as a local resource to share the wonders of nature, as well as local history with visitors from around the world.
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SJSD looks for community feedback to move forward
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
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SJSD Board of Education begins process to fill board vacancy
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Board of Education announced it will begin accepting applications on Tuesday, April 29 to fill a recently vacant BOE seat. The Board requires all individuals who wish to be appointed, to meet the following eligibility requirements. Be a U.S. citizen Be a voter of
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City eyes sewer rate changes, public hearing set for June
News-Press NOW stormwater sewer is shown on South Eighth Street on Thursday in Downtown
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Severe threat Monday afternoon and evening
Severe Thunderstorm Warning for… Â Â Southeastern Doniphan County in northeastern Kansas…Northwestern Leavenworth County in northeastern Kansas…Southeastern Atchison County in northeastern Kansas…Buchanan County in northwestern Missouri…Northern Platte County in west central Missouri…Southeastern Andrew County in northwestern Missouri… * Until 845 PM CDT. * At 811 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near
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Council OKs key grant for water plant upgrade, funds for sewer repairs
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Upwards of $3 million in funds to upgrade the city’s Wastewater Treatment Facility and various sewer main lines received the green light from City Council on Monday. Councilmembers unanimously approved an ordinance to accept a $2.1 million grant from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the blower replacement
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SJPD responds to shooting, resulting in moderate injuries
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Police Department was dispatched to the intersection of Calhoun and N. 23rd Streets in response to a residential shooting. Officials told News-Press NOW that one person was sent to Mosaic with moderate injuries to the pelvic area. Detective Jeff Pearl said the incident was contained to
Continue Reading SJSD hosts board meeting Monday night
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Board of Education held it’s monthly meeting on Monday, April 28 at the Troester Media Center, located at 3401 Renick St. Last month’s BOE meeting covered important topics across the district, including proposed salary schedules, curriculum, and attendance reports. The board also discussed the
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Mayor holds National Day of Prayer Breakfast
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
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Columbia residents reflect one week after tornado touches down
Euphenie Andre COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) It has been one week since tornadoes touched down across Mid-Missouri, causing damage and teaching some residents important lessons. In Columbia, city officials reported that at least five homes and several buildings sustained damage after a confirmed EF-1 tornado moved through the area. The tornado caught many by surprise, but
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St. Joseph Arts Association announces new stage name
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Arts Association 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 as ‘816
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Central High School presents ‘Night of Jazz’
The St. Joseph High School All Star Jazz Band plays in a Coleman Hawkins Jazz Festival in 2017.
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Beta Beta Beta house of Missouri Western holding plant sale
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University’s national honor society for biology students, known as Beta Beta Beta will hold a plant sale from Tuesday, April 29 to Wednesday, May 1. The fundraiser will be held at the Agenstein/Remington building from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the MWSU’s campus. A wide
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Torpedo bats make their way to Buchanan county
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
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Metaphysical Fair offers spiritual healing and education
The Metaphysical Fair featured several different vendor stations including henna art, readers, crystals and more.
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St. Joseph Persisterhood to host ‘May Day Strong’ march
St. Joseph Persisterhood will host a ‘May Day Strong’ march on Thursday, May 1 to protest against the leadership of the U.S. government.
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Local acting program prepares for upcoming shows
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
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Missouri senator to attend Pope Francis’ funeral with President Donald Trump
Senator Eric Schmitt of Missouri will attend the funeral of Pope Francis in Rome with President Donald Trump and other U.S. political figures on Saturday, April 26.
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League of Women Voters NW-MO Community holds forum
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The League of Women Voters of NWMO hosted a forum Friday night, with multiple state representatives in attendance, to discuss current news and information about state offices. “We’ll be talking about what’s going on down in Jefferson City on a couple of the bills that, I’ve been handling and
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St. Joseph Goats hosting luncheon
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — An exclusive luncheon event with the St. Joseph Goats arena football team will take place on Saturday, May 26 at the St. Jo Frontier Casino.
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‘Spring Fling’ returning to Leupold’s Greenhouse
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — This weekend, Leupold’s Greenhouse will hold its 5th annual Spring Fling event.
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Small Business Week provides Latino entrepreneurs networking opportunities
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — During the Small Business Week in St. Joseph, beginning on May 4, a gathering on Latino entrepreneurs will provide training and networking opportunities.The third annual Latino business seminar will take place from 6p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 7 at the East Hills Library. Kristi Bailey, the communication
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St. Joseph Goats president speaks about new opportunity in townÂ
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.Â
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Police back Missouri bill targeting car break-ins
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — If approved, Missouri Senate Bill 71 could be a big step in improving public safety and creating a safer environment for residents. Senate Bill 71, sponsored by Sen. David Gregory (R–St. Louis County) and aligned with similar statewide legislation, aims to crack down on individuals who knowingly and unlawfully
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