St. Joseph Mayor John Josendale launches reelection bid for 2026
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph’s incumbent mayor has officially announced he will seek four more years in office come next year.
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Reward increased to $10,000 for missing ram in Northwest Missouri
GRANT CITY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The search continues for a missing ram in Northwest Missouri, with the reward now raised to $10,000 for his safe return.
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Experts share safety tips for National Preparedness Month
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Safety experts are sharing tips to stay prepared during National Preparedness Month.
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SJPL awarded grant to help protect books from wear and tear
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Public Library recently received a grant from the Region D Recycling and Solid Waste Management District, which went toward helping physically protect books.
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Early College Academy helps SJSD students earn college creditÂ
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â High school students in the St. Joseph School District got a taste of college life during the Early College Academy orientation at Missouri Western State University.Â
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Second Harvest takes part in Hunger Action Month
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â September is known as National Hunger Action Month, and Second Harvest is working to bring awareness to the nationwide campaign.
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House sends new congressional map, initiative petition reform to Senate
The Missouri House has sent the Senate a new congressional map that could eliminate a safe Democratic seat.
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Winning lottery ticket in Missouri bought at St. Louis-area QuikTrip
A Missouri lottery player who won half of the $1.787 billion jackpot over the weekend bought their ticket at a QuikTrip in the St. Louis area, according to a Monday press release.
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Local man convicted of statutory sodomy
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A St. Joseph man was convicted on Friday, Sept. 5 for first-degree statutory sodomy.
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St. Joseph Reads launches second annual community read event
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — In its second year, St. Joseph Reads is kickstarting its annual community read, “WE READ 2025”.
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SJSD School Board talked boundaries, feeder system and program expansion
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Board of Education is gearing up for its meeting with several big topics on the table.Â
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Experts weigh in on public transportation safety
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â Planes, trains and buses are standard public transportation methods that are used every day. But utilizing these methods of transportation may mean amping up public protection.
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Construction starting on new Corby Grove pickleball courts, set to open next month
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â The City of St. Joseph Parks, Recreation and Civic Facilities said progress is being made at the Corby’s Grove pickleball courts.
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City of St. Joseph hit by cyberattack, data potentially acquired in breach
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Multiple sources and documents obtained via public records requests indicate the city suffered a significant cyberattack in early June, an incident that crippled some services for an extended period of time and reportedly included an undisclosed ransomware demand.
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Redistricting committee meets Thursday
The first meeting of Gov. Mike Kehoe’s special session starts Thursday at noon with the special redistricting committee.
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One seriously injured in Andrew County crash on Saturday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A 72-year-old man suffered serious injuries after crashing his motorcycle in Andrew County on Saturday night. The crash occurred around 9:25 p.m. southbound on State Route K. The motorcycle traveled off the west side of the roadway, struck a fallen tree and overturned. The rider, a 72-year-old man from
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Leveling Up: Esports takes off in St. Joseph schools Â
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — ST. JOSEPH, Mo. — Missouri Western State just hosted an esports jamboree, bringing together students from Benton, Central, Lafayette and Mid-Buchanan R-V School District.  The teams faced off in popular games like Smash Bros and Rocket League. Central High came out on top in several rounds, snagging first
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Free Museum Day Saturday across St. Joseph
A dozen museums across St. Joseph, and one in Savannah, will open their doors for free on Saturday as part of the community’s annual Free Museum Day.
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Cotillion for Achievement announces scholarship opportunities for Class of 2026
ST. JOSEPH, Mo (News-Press NOW) —Â Local high school students will have the opportunity to compete for prestigious and long held scholarships through Cotillion for Achievement, with applications now open.
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Chamber to recognize new community leaders
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce is hosting an Uncommon Life Leadership Event to introduce the community to new local leaders.
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St. Joseph to honor Vietnam War vets with special Patriots Day tribute Sept. 11
ST. JOSEPH, MO. (News-Press NOW) — One local church will host a special gathering next Thursday to support veterans of the Vietnam War and hear firsthand experiences from prominent veterans.
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SJSD provides update on high school turf installments
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â In February of this year, crews began installing turf on all three high school football fields, a project that was supposed to be finished before the start of the school year and football season.
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Suicide rate spike in Missouri acknowledged during National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â September is acknowledged as National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.
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Community celebrates 139th Airlift Wing and local leadership
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Civic Leadership Academy celebrated the 139th Airlift Wing during a reception and visit, which will take a deeper dive into the inner workings of the Missouri Air National Guard. Â
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Experts explain difference between headaches and migraines, ways to relieve pain
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (New-Press NOW) — Migraines can strike without warning and can ruin an entire day. Â
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MoWest nursing ranked No. 1 program in the state of Missouri by top nursing website
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One of the top online websites for nursing is recognizing MoWest’s nursing program with the No. 1 rank in the state among more than 40 schools analyzed.
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Local looks to make history at St. Joseph Marathon
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Isaac Unruh’s life changed in 2013 after a diving accident placed him in a wheelchair with paralysis in the legs and a lack of ability in the right triceps and hands.
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How to watch the Chiefs v. Chargers game Friday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Kansas City Chiefs fans in St. Joseph and northwest Missouri are looking forward to watching their favorite team play the Los Angeles Chargers tonight in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
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MoWest names new dean for College of Business and Professional Studies
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — After a national search, Missouri Western State University has named a new dean of the College of Business and Professional Studies.
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Phil Welch Stadium undergoing renovations before 2026 season
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — With the St. Joseph Mustangs in the midst of their off-season, renovations to Phil Welch Stadium will have the team and fans coming back “home” with a slightly different look.
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