Second Harvest kicks off first ‘Dine out for Hunger’ event
ST. JOSEPH, Mo (News-Press NOW) — Second Harvest is partnering with local restaurants to combat hunger during Hunger Action Month.
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Enjoying fall activities without breaking the bank
ST. JOSEPH, Mo (News-Press NOW) — The first day of fall is less than a week away, and people are eager for the cooler temperatures to stick around, colorful scenery and seasonal activities.
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One dead in Holt County crash
HOLT COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — An Atchison, Kansas, man is dead after a one-car crash Monday in Holt County.
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Utility work to close section of Frederick Avenue
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Scheduled work on a water line replacement project this week will close a part of Frederick Avenue.
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Water main break causes East Hills Library to close early
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Public Library branch at East Hills closed early on Monday due to a water main break that left the building without water for several hours.
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IT professional gives expert tips for cybersecurity
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Via public records requests from News-Press NOW, it was indicated that the City of St. Joseph suffered a cyberattack that attacked local networks and exposed thousands of citizens’ data.
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Missouri volunteers lend helping hand tagging monarch butterflies during fall migration
HOLT COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The prairies of Northwest Missouri were fluttering with activity as community scientists and residents gathered this past weekend to offer a helping hand with migrating monarch butterfly research efforts.
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SJSD upgrades intercoms system for safer classrooms
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District installed a new intercom system throughout the district as a part of the 2024 bond project.
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One person seriously injured in Daviess County crash
DAVIESS COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One adult and one child were injured in an ATV crash Sunday in Daviess County.
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Two lawsuits, one ‘citizen’s veto’ filed since Gov. Kehoe’s special session on redistricting
People Not Politicians, a non-partisan organization, filed a referendum on Friday, aimed at giving voters the chance to approve or deny Gov. Mike Kehoe’s “Missouri First” map. This is the third challenge to the governor’s map.
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Car hijacking ends near Frederick Avenue, suspect identified
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — On Sunday morning, the St. Joseph Police Department responded to an armed carjacking in the 800 block of South 24th Street.
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Innocence Project speaker coming to MoWest
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A man released from prison for murder due to a false conviction will speak at a Constitution Day event at Missouri Western State University.
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North Church of God celebrated its 95th anniversary with community members
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) –North Church of God was celebrating its 95th anniversary on Sept. 14, with a cookout, inflatables and games. From bounce houses to backyard games, the event was packed with family-friendly fun, kicking off at 11 a.m. and rolling into a potluck picnic by 12:30 pm. “Its my home church
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Truck flips on I-29
BUCHANAN COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Two lanes on northbound I-29 are backed up due to a crash involving a box truck.
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United Way volunteers assemble hygiene kits for teens
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Volunteers gathered Saturday, Sept. 13, to assemble hygiene kits for local teens in need.
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West Platte Blue Jays secure top spot in local softball tournament
ST JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Eight Softball teams traveled to Heritage Park in St. Joseph on Saturday morning to play in the Benton Softball tournament.
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‘Take a Seat 2025’ to raise funds for Noyes Home for Children
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Noyes Home for Children will host its largest annual fundraiser, Take a Seat 2025: Light the Way, Saturday evening offering an elegant gala in support of children and families in need.
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Week 3 High School Football Matchups
ST. JOSEPH, Mo (News-Press NOW) — Here are the final scores for the teams in the St. Joseph area.
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Southside Fall Festival returns
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One local staple is coming back, this time, with a Roaring 20s theme.
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Local kindergarten families receive free InspireU memberships from donors
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — More than 700 kindergarten families in the St. Joseph School District will receive free one-year family memberships to InspireU thanks to local donors.
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Crash closes one lane of traffic on Highway 36
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A crash on eastbound Highway 36, about a half-mile from the 22nd street exit, caused a shutdown of the left lane of traffic Friday afternoon as emergency crews worked the scene.
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YWCA hosts annual Eliminate Racism Breakfast
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) – On Friday morning, the YWCA hosted its 29th annual day of Commitment to Eliminate Racism Breakfast.
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Councilmembers Andrew Trout, Jason Eslinger and Michael Grimm to seek reelection in 2026
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Six of the eight sitting city councilmembers in St. Joseph have now signaled plans to seek reelection in 2026.
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SJFD honors retirees at IAFF Local 77 banquet
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — On Saturday, the St. Joseph Fire Department will be hosting its annual local 77 retirees and award banquet.
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Northwest Health Services to expand into Downtown library
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Downtown St. Joseph Public Library building is undergoing renovations but not for the library, a new neighbor will be moving in.
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WWIAF gears up for 16th annual event for Purple Heart recipients
NAPIER, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Purple Heart recipients will travel to a hunting club in Napier, Missouri, for an all-expenses-paid weekend.
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Patriots Day event features Vietnam War hero
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph celebrated Patriots’ Day with a special tribute at Wyatt Park Baptist Church.
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What Missourians can expect with the legality of sports betting
ST. JOSEPH, Mo (News-Press NOW) — Online sports betting has exploded in popularity recently, having been legalized in 34 of the 50 states, with the newest state being Missouri.
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Local jeweler explains origins behind birthstones
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Most people know their birthstones, but many don’t know that the concept has a variety of origins.
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Storm Tracker team educates kids at Safety Acres
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) –Each fall, the St. Joseph Health and Safety Council hosts its annual farm safety event, Safety Acres, designed to educate local youth on the importance of rural safety.
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