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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Missouri says WIC program will continue in November despite shutdown
Special benefits for low-income mothers are safe for now, despite the ongoing federal shutdown, the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services announced Wednesday.
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United Way hosts first meal kit volunteer session
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — With SNAP suspensions potentially coming into play at the beginning of November, United Way kicked off its first Caring Connection volunteer session.
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Lindbergh Elementary implements new reading buddy program
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Lindbergh Elementary School implemented a new reading buddy program for its second-grade students.
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Benton in search of new Girls Basketball Head Coach
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A job posting on the St. Joseph School District’s website revealed that a position is open for a Benton Girls Basketball Head Coach, after recently hiring Ross Barelli in May.
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News Press NOW’s Storm Tracker Weather team meets with officials to improve communication
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Broadcast meteorologists, emergency management officials, MoDOT representatives and public health employees from Northwest Missouri and Northeast Kansas met to discuss ways to improve weather communication.
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Pregnancy Resource Center receives supply of baby food
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Pregnancy Resource Center announced it has received a supply of baby food from the Convoy of Hope.Â
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Annual Sugarplum Festival returns next week
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The annual Sugarplum Festival kicks off next week at the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art.
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Pivotal Point Thrift Shoppe to host Trunk-or-Treat
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A local non-profit is highlighting its thrift store while providing a fun event for kids in the St. Joseph community.
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SJSD targeted big gains in reading and cuts to chronic absenteeism
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Board of Education met Monday night, following a public hearing to decide its reorganization plan.
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City exploring ways to help St. Joseph residents if SNAP funding freezes Saturday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — City officials announced during Tuesday’s City Council meeting that they will explore options to help residents if funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program freezes due to the government shutdown.
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