Two injured in Andrew County crash
Two men are injured after a Wednesday afternoon motorcycle crash near Savannah.
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Northside Parade postponed
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One local parade has been rescheduled from Saturday, April 19 to Saturday, May 17. The Northside Parade will still begin at 10 a.m. at the intersection of Middleton Street and St. Joseph Avenue. The parade route will continue north along St. Joseph Avenue and will end at Brothers Market.
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Spire seeks 15% rate increase with local hearing now scheduled for June
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Spire customers in St. Joseph and surrounding areas could see their gas bills increase by as much as $14 a month starting this October, the latest utility cost adjustment for many households. Residents will get the chance to ask questions and speak at one of five statewide public hearings
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First local conviction secured under Valentine’s law
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A man has been convicted in a first-of-its-kind case in Buchanan County following the implementation of a new law. Gabriel Paredes, 24, of Houston was found guilty this week on a charge of aggravated fleeing in a motor vehicle involving a Jan. 2 incident. It is the first case
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Big Brothers Big Sisters benefit golf event is May 12
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A golf tournament coming up in May aims to help support kids in need of mentorship. The Big Swing Golf Tournament to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Joseph is set to take place on Monday, May 12, at Moila Golf Course. A shotgun start is set for 8 a.m. The
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Donation honors 111 years of Sertoma Club service in St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One of St. Joseph’s longest-serving organizations was honored for more than a century of community service by the group’s international board of directors. Members of the St. Joseph Sertoma Club were recognized with a $5,000 donation as part of a special ceremony at San Jose Steakhouse on Tuesday. Sertoma
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New Generation Singers celebrate anniversary
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A local choral group for students is celebrating 55 years.
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$10,000 grant assists animal rescue effort
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A local animal rescue is getting a boost thanks to a grant from a charitable organization. The Mary Margaret Hodgin Fund of the Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri has given $10,500 to M’Shoogy’s to purchase new kennels. M’Shoogy’s, based in Savannah, rescues injured, abandoned and abused dogs and cats
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Democratic Club to host city manager at meeting
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph City Manager Mike Schumacher will be the speaker at the Buchanan County Women’s Democratic Club meeting at noon on Tuesday, April 22, at San Jose Steakhouse, 4015 S. Belt Highway.  The meeting is open to the public. Those attending can arrive at 11 a.m. if they would like to order
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Former SJSD Board member issues statement for departure
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — After announcing his departure during a Board reorganization session, Rick Gehring has issued a statement to the St. Joseph community. During Monday night’s meeting, Gehring made mention of “protecting his peace”. “I’ve made the decision to step down from the St. Joseph School Board. It wasn’t something I had
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139th Airlift Wing hosts career fair
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Students in the community are able to explore possible career opportunities with the Missouri Air National Guard. The 139th Airlift Wing hosted its biannual career fair at Rosecrans Air National Guard Base with 650 students in attendance. The event will allow students to talk to Airmen specializing in different careers
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No charges filed against SJPD in March officer-involved shooting
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Buchanan County Prosecutor’s Office has completed it’s investigation conducted by the Missouri State Highway Patrol of an officer involved shooting on Thursday, March 27. According to a press release sent Wednesday, after a careful examination of all materials and evidence submitted, no criminal charges will be filed against
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Local businesses weigh in on impact of tariffs
Many businesses are being impacted from the tariff increases.
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Bennett named Missouri Cherry Blossom colonel
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A local woman is among the inaugural members of an organization dedicated to serving as goodwill ambassadors for Missouri. Marci Bennett, executive director of the St. Joseph Convention & Visitors Bureau, has been named a Missouri Cherry Blossom colonel by the Missouri Cherry Blossom Festival in Marshfield, Missouri. She also will
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St. Joseph School District Foundation holds19th Annual ‘Tribute to Teachers’ Banquet
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Foundation honored local educators at a banquet Tuesday evening. The 19th Annual Tribute to St. Joseph Teachers and Staff Banquet will highlighted the Teacher of the Year, Support Person of the Year, Innovator of the Year and Apple Seed Grant recipients. “This is actually
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Vision grows for Robidoux Hotel as City Council shows support for $60 million plan
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Local elected officials signaled their approval of a plan to help finance two state-of-the-art hotels and a new conference center on Frederick Avenue, with new designs showing the scale of the proposed facilities. Councilmembers on Monday approved a resolution of intent to issue $60 million in industrial revenue bonds to
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Arts academy plans May 4 open house
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Families are invited to a special event next month at the St. Joseph Arts Academy. The free St. Joseph Kids Make Music Day will be from 1 to 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 4, at 2027 North 36th St. It will include live performances by students and faculty along with an instrument
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Youth Alliance hosting Children’s Fair
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Youth Alliance’s annual Children’s Fair is taking place on Tuesday at the St. Joseph Civic Arena to help kids develop a love for reading. The event included entertainment, interactive stations, book-themed activities and more. The morning session started at 9 a.m. with an evening session beginning at 5:30
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I-29 resurfacing to impact drivers on Wednesday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Drivers will see some ramp closures on Wednesday just north of St. Joseph as a resurfacing project continues on Interstate 29. Four ramps will be closed at various times between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. on April 16 in Andrew County as crews from Herzog Contracting Corp., working with
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One injured in Clinton County crash
An Amity, Missouri man is in the hospital with serious injuries after a one-car crash in Clinton County.
Continue Reading Gehring resigns with one year left
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Rick Gehring, a St. Joseph School District Board of Education member, announced his resignation at Monday’s annual reorganization meeting. Gehring mentioned having a “hard time” continuing his position on the board and is looking to “protect his peace.” The BOE will seek out applications from community members to fill
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YMCA raises almost $29,000 with Pedal for the Pool
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A new indoor pool is closer to reality at the YMCA, thanks to a fundraiser held Monday morning. Volunteers started biking at 5:30 a.m. Monday with a goal of raising $5,000 for the pool. That milestone was crushed early on, with callers continuing to donate throughout the event, which
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Crash proves fatal for St. Joseph woman
PLATTE COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A St. Joseph woman is dead following a one-vehicle crash on Sunday afternoon on Interstate 29 in northern Platte County. The woman, 39, was a passenger in a van driven by a 52-year-old St. Joseph man. The driver was going north on I-29 at about 3:30 p.m. when he
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SJSD School Board holds reorganization meeting, Prop 2 follow up
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Board of Education held its annual reorganization work session on Monday. The Board honored Isaura Garcia and welcomed incumbent, Kim Miller and new Board member Jennifer Kerns. After four rounds of voting, LaTonya Williams was re-elected as Board president. Ronda Chesney was elected as
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Missouri push to ban shackling of pregnant women in jails
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A Missouri bill would require all city and county jails to develop specific intake policies for pregnant women. Under Senate Bill 50, sponsored by Sen. Rusty Black, R-Chillicothe, all county and city jails shall be prohibited, except in necessary circumstances, from using restraints on a pregnant offender in her third
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City Council shows support for $60M hotel development plan
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph’s elected officials signaled their support for an incentive package to help finance two new hotels and a new conference center on Frederick Avenue. City council members have approved a resolution of official intent to issue $60 million in industrial development revenue bonds. Bonds issued by the city would
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Revolutions Lanes host bowling tournament
Sunday’s bowling tournament had players competing for a $300 first place prize.
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New food truck opens in St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A new food truck had its grand opening on Saturday, April 12, bringing some “nostalgia” back to the Southside.
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St. Joseph residents run to support local animals
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Community members gathered on Saturday morning to run/walk in a 5K benefiting the Friends of the Animal Shelter.
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Salon picking up pieces after window shot out
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A local salon is recovering after a stray bullet shattered its window and pierced a stylist’s chair during an officer-involved shooting on March 27. Salon 1027, located on Frederick Avenue across from City Hall, was caught in the crossfire during a police chase involving suspects in a carjacking. Shots
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