Kids Win Missouri helps St. Joseph children
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) —Â Â Parents have struggled finding childcare for their children, nationally.
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With temperatures dropping, emergency warming centers are now opened in St. Joseph.
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Three St. Joseph social services organizations serve as emergency warming centers for the city.
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Price Chopper, Hy-Vee offering free meals to kids in St. Joseph this week amid government shutdown
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A pair of local grocery stores are lending a helping hand to families and households across St. Joseph amid the ongoing government shutdown.
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Skydivers take the leap for Noyes Home for Children
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Seventeen people took a leap for a good cause Sunday afternoon, jumping out of a plane to raise money for the Noyes Home for Children.
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St. Joseph Police focus on trends, not just numbers in gun violence reports Â
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Gun violence is something people in St. Joseph have talked about for years — not just because it affects families and neighborhoods, but because it’s about safety. But according to St. Joseph Police Sergeant Richard McGregory, there’s a big difference between the number of shots fired calls the department
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Project Warmth collects winter gear, donations still needed
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Project Warmth kicked off its winter coat drive Saturday at Sam’s Club, where volunteers and community members braved the chilly morning to help neighbors stay warm this season.
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All Hallows Eve Festival brings fun and supports the community
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Hallows Eve Festival took place at the Good Times Event Center, inviting trick or treaters to see a haunted house, trunk or treat stands and Halloween games. The event also gave back to the community, with admission for the event for adults being free if they donated baby formula, while
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United Way to celebrate conclusion of its 2025 Campaign
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The United Way of Greater St. Joseph invites the community to join in celebrating the conclusion of its 2025 Campaign.
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Law enforcement to conduct sex offender checks on Halloween
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — On Friday evening, the Buchanan County Sheriff’s office will be conducting sex offender compliance checks for Halloween.
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Daylight saving time comes to an end
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Come Sunday, Nov. 2, clocks will fall back an hour, bringing daylight saving time to a close.
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Northwest Health Services to host mobile flu shot clinic
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Northwest Health Services invites the St. Joseph community to its mobile flu shot clinic.
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Local food banks rejoice following SNAP reinstatement, government remains shut down
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — “For every meal that a food bank serves, SNAP serves nine meals,” CEO of Second Harvest Community Food Bank Chad Higdon said.
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Judges order the Trump administration to use contingency funds for SNAP payments during the shutdown
BOSTON (AP) — Two federal judges ruled nearly simultaneously on Friday that President Donald Trump’s administration must to continue to fund SNAP, the nation’s biggest food aid program, using contingency funds during the government shutdown.
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Girl Scouts lead community service parade to collect donations for locals in need
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â The community is invited to line the route and support local Girl Scouts during a community-service parade.
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MSHP driver examination stations to be closed for November holidays
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri State Highway Patrol announced its driver examination stations will be closed twice in November in observance of holidays.
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Friends of the Animal Shelter set to showcase new graduates of ‘Puppies for Parole’ program
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — In 2010, the Missouri Department of Corrections started a program known as “Puppies for Parole.”
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Mokaska owner, employee discuss Facebook allegations
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A longtime staple in Downtown St. Joseph is undergoing changes
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New building marks ‘new journey’ for Journey Baptist Church
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — After nearly a century in its old location on King Hill Avenue in St. Joseph, Journey Baptist Church now has a new facility.
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Local law enforcement sheds light on drug-related crimes: trends, prevention and education
ST. JOSEPH, Mo (News-Press NOW)– Local law enforcement has amped up its resources to decrease the amount of drugs and crime throughout the community, as it continues its battle.
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SJSD tightens budget, approved $2.7 million in cuts
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â The St. Joseph School Board is working tighten its purse strings to improve its reserve ratio.
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Eastside transfer station to relocate
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Transit will relocate its eastside transfer station, which will be in effect on Monday, Nov. 3.
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City unveils plan for new stage, remodel of Coleman Hawkins Park next spring
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — After much time and planning, parks officials have finalized the new vision for one of Downtown’s top venues for shows and festivals.
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Law enforcement agencies gives tips to stay safe on Halloween night
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â Halloween night can be full of spooky fun and sweet treats, but it doesn’t come without safety tips and tricks to know while roaming the streets.
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SJPD launches new social media series
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Police Department is launching a new series of daily social media posts aimed at keeping the community informed and engaged with its work and initiatives.
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See St. Joseph: Trick-or-Treat, Webster Haunted House and Nick Hadley’s Fright Night
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Halloween weekend is creeping up fast, and there’s no shortage of spooky fun right here in St. Joe. Grab your calendars because it’s time to See St. Joseph.
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Missouri governor to spend millions on food programs amid federal government shutdown
Gov. Mike Kehoe said the state will spend more than $15 million to cover some food programs as the federal government shutdown continues.
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MoDOT urges drivers: ‘Buckle Up, Phone Down’ to cut crash deaths
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri Department of Transportation is sending out a simple reminder for drivers: put the phone down and buckle up.Â
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Missouri Department of Conservation explains importance of managed deer hunts
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â The Missouri Department of Conservation offers managed deer hunts, aimed at guiding new and seasoned hunters through the tradition.
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United Way provides list of warming centers amid fall weather cool down
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â The United Way of Greater St. Joseph has released a list of warming centers and emergency warming centers in the community.
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Family-friendly Halloween events to be held for the community
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Local businesses and organizations are preparing to host family-friendly celebrations on Halloween.
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