ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — City leaders provided an update on the progress of a new animal shelter on South Belt Highway during Thursday’s budget work session. Officials with the St. Joseph Health Department confirmed that internal demolition work is slated to begin next week. Construction crews with E.L. Crawford Construction are expected to
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A Buchanan County project to dredge Lake Contrary is gaining traction with weed spraying estimated to begin at the end of the month. The county contracted an Oklahoma company for the job.Â
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ST. JOSEPH, MO (News-Press NOW) — As Catholics and others alike react to the historic announcement of the first American pope, some St. Joseph residents shared their thoughts on this once-in-a-lifetime moment. “You just always hope that they do the best in this position and that its fruitful and beneficial to those that need it,”
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VATICAN CITY (News-Press NOW) — Robert Francis Prevost is the first American pope in the 2,000-year history of the Catholic Church. Prevost, from Chicago, Illinois, will take the name ‘Leo XIV’. Prevost earned his bachelor’s in mathematics from Villanova University in Pennsylvania and went on to receive his diploma in theology from the Catholic Theological
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Hillyard Technical Center will host a plant sale to support the Future Farmers of America (FFA). The sale will go from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, May 9 and starting at 7 a.m. on Saturday, May 10 and until plants are sold out. The sale is cash
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Persisterhood of St. Joseph will dedicate eight newly-planted oak trees along St. Joseph’s Northwest Parkway at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 10. Persisterhood’s “tree guru”, Dr. Elizabeth Sawin, will lead the dedication of the new trees and a tree walk following, to point out trees planted in prior years.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Members of local law enforcement agencies will gather to honor and remember personnel killed in the line of duty in Northwest Missouri. A special service will be held during the 2025 National Police Week, which will be celebrated Sunday, May 11 through Saturday, May 17. The service will begin
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Several business owners attended the roundtable to discuss business practices and how to handle day-to-day difficulties.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The 2025 NCAA Division II Men’s Golf Central/Midwest Regional is officially underway. Golfers from multiple colleges across Missouri will be participating, including Missouri Western’s Jeffery Johnston, who went to high school at Bishop LeBlond. “It’s a good course to watch golf on, just good natural settings,” St. Joseph Sports
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Buchanan County Sheriff Bill Puett announced Wednesday evening that officers apprehended inmates smuggling illegal narcotics into the jail. The inmates attempted to bring the drugs into the jail by concealing them in their bodies. In a news release, Puett said the busts came as a result of “good solid
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — For the first time in 20 years, the NCAA Division II Men’s Golf Central/Midwest regional is returning to St. Joseph. This will be the third time the city has had the honor of hosting the event, with the last one taking place in 2005. The event will kick off
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Allied Arts Council will host its 13th annual Beer Walk to support the arts. The event will take place from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 17 in the historic Harris-Kemper neighborhood. Craft beers at each location throughout the neighborhood will be from a variety of
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University honored its employees during the 2025 Faculty and Staff Awards and Retirement Reception. Awards were presented to eight individuals in different categories. Dr. James Carviou, an associate professor of journalism, won the award for Outstanding Academic Advisor. Dr. Lane DesAutels, an associate professor of philosophy
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By Lauren Kent, CNN Rome (CNN) — Black smoke rose from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel on Wednesday, meaning that cardinals did not elect a new pope on the first day of the conclave. They’ll return to the Santa Marta residence, where they’ll remain sequestered until a second day of voting begins tomorrow. This
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Local residents hoping to obtain their driver’s license or permit will have to wait an extra day this week. In a Facebook post made Wednesday afternoon, the Missouri State Highway Patrol announced that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed Thursday, May 8, in observance of Truman
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Aviation enthusiasts can see what it’s like to be a pilot Saturday with the Young Eagles flight program.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce will help two of its members celebrate their grand openings. Thrive Family Chiropractic and IV Nutrition will hold grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremonies at 4 p.m. on Thursday, May 8, at 6501 and 6503 N. Belt Highway in Country Club. Thrive Family
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Buchanan County and the Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office officially received the Missouri Blue Shield designation from the Missouri Department of Public Safety. The honor recognizes Missouri communities that demonstrate a steadfast commitment to enhancing public safety and supporting law enforcement. The Missouri Blue Shield Program, created by Governor Kehoe
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In a Facebook post Wednesday, Savannah Parks and Recreation announced its 2025 season will be the final summer for the Savannah Aquatic Center.
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The Pony Express Short Takeoff and Landing competition is making its debut on Friday and Saturday, May 16 and 17, in St. Joseph.
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Gregory Deffenbaugh As the Catholic Church prepares to elect its next spiritual leader, here’s a detailed look at the centuries-old ritual of the papal conclave, an event marked by history, secrecy, and sacred tradition. WATCH: Vatican Media’s LIVE coverage of the 2025 Papal Conclave The 2025 Papal Conclave The Vatican officially announced the papal conclave
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Teachers in the St. Joseph School District were able to get some sweet treats for Teacher Appreciation Week Tuesday morning. The St. Joseph Police Department and Lodge 3 of the Fraternal Order of Police raised over $1,000 to show their support for educators in the St. Joseph School District.Â
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Budget preparations for fiscal year 2026 continued for a second day with finances for some of the city’s key departments taking center stage at City Hall. Tuesday’s work session opened with a breakdown of spending and revenue plans for City Hall’s administrative departments, including the City Manager’s Office, City
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph native Noah Cameron made his Major League Baseball debut on the last day of April, and for a few days, his name adorned jerseys at Rally House at the North Shoppes. Cameron is a former Central High School player and now plays in the Royals Triple-A affiliate,
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Police Department announced the identification and custody status of a suspect linked to multiple burglaries in the region. Joshua B. Littrell, 42, is currently being held at the Johnson County, Kansas, Adult Detention Center on a burglary warrant out of Mission, Kansas. Littrell has been identified
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The City of St. Joseph of Animal Services will be holding vaccination clinics throughout the first two weeks of May. The clinics offer a low-cost option for pet owners to get their dogs and cats the rabies vaccine, standard combination vaccines and administer microchips. The city is working with
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The latest discussions on a proposed expansion to Buchanan County’s juvenile justice building are centered around Medicaid. States have not been able to draw from federal Medicaid funding to treat youth held in local detention centers, but beginning January 2025, states will be required to provide some of these
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Two people suffered serious injuries in an Andrew County crash Monday.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — City leaders unveiled a proposed budget on Monday that includes roughly $25 million less in projected revenue for fiscal year 2026, largely the result of anticipated changes in the city’s year-to-year budgeting practices designed to increase transparency and accuracy. The city’s proposed fiscal year 2026 budget includes $190 million
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Police Department is inviting anyone interested in a Law Enforcement career to participate in their upcoming new hire testing.  SJPD currently has 18 positions open with the department they would like to see filled soon. “Currently, we have 11 people in our hiring process or
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