SJSD releases details on bus routes, school meals
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — With just days left until the start of the school year, the St. Joseph School District is sharing information to get families ready.
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See St. Joseph: A week full of carnival fun, princess magic and fresh cuts
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — If you’re looking for excitement this weekend, See St. Joseph has details on events packed with family fun, magical moments and back-to-school readiness.
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Ribbon cutting marks major expansion at Hosea Elementary
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District cut the ribbon on a big upgrade Thursday at Hosea Elementary.Â
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Teen seriously injured in one-vehicle Grundy County crash
GRUNDY COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A Galt, Missouri, teen suffered serious injuries in a one-vehicle crash Wednesday in Grundy County.
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St. Joseph Auction and Antique Mart closing
ST. JOSEPH, MO (News-Press NOW) — After 20 years in business, the St. Joseph Auction and Antique Mart will close its doors on Sept. 3.
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Recognizing black-owned businesses in St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â August is the month to recognize black businesses and how they contribute to our community.
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Measles cases remain steady as new school year approaches
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Summer continues to go on and with it the measles cases in all parts of the country have continued.
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Training camp closes with Military Appreciation Day
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — This year’s Chiefs Training Camp has officially come to an end.
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SJSD embraces change ahead of back-to-school season
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â With the first day of school right around the corner, the St. Joseph School District gathered for a back-to-school conference.Â
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Route AC bridge over U.S. Route 36 to now close in September
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A bridge closure originally scheduled on Monday, Aug. 18, has been delayed.
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‘The possibilities seem endless’: Chiefs tight ends preparing for a team without Travis Kelce
ST JOSEPH, Mo (News-Press NOW) — Since Patrick Mahomes became the Chiefs’ starting quarterback in 2018, his favorite target has always been Travis Kelce and the tight end group.
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Cerebral Palsy couple seeks more handicap accessibility in local parks
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â The summer is a perfect time to go around and enjoy local parks.
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Board of Education calls for budget audit
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Board of Education President LaTonya Williams has asked the board to consider an outside financial audit.Â
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Rent, medical costs drive year-over-year inflation
Increases in rent and medical costs drove Midwest inflation in July compared to the year before, but prices for food and energy fell for the month, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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‘Huge impact’: Pilots can get licenses faster, fly larger planes under new FAA rules
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The pathway to becoming a pilot and taking to the skies will be easier than ever under a new and long-awaited aviation rule change set to take effect this October.
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Operation Christmas Child packs shoeboxes of school supplies for families in need Â
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â With the first day of school just around the corner, St. Joseph families are busy checking off their back-to-school shopping lists.Â
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In Gardner Minshew, Chiefs have a reliable backup behind Mahomes
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Dating back to the 2019 season, Gardner Minshew has made a name for himself in the NFL with his strong play, along with his iconic mustache and mullet.
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Through heat and cold: Chiefs fans never back down
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Being located in Missouri, Kansas City Chiefs fans know they have to be ready for any weather coming their way.
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Human trafficking counter-operation leads to 12 arrests
PLATTE COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A coalition of law enforcement agencies led efforts to identify offenders and tackle human trafficking in communities north and east of Kansas City.
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Despite preseason opener loss, Chiefs fans share which players they had eyes on
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A three-point loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Saturday didn’t stop the Red Kingdom from showing out to support their favorite football team.
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LaTonya Williams to remain as SJSD Board president
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -After meeting for over three hours on Monday night, the board rescinded the proposal to call for a meeting to replace its president.
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I-229 Double Decker bridge to temporarily close for maintenance
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Buchanan County Interstate 229 Double Decker bridge is scheduled to close beginning Monday, Aug. 25, for annual maintenance.
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Clinton County Sheriff’s Office arrest individuals involved with multi-county sex trafficking operations
CLINTON COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Clinton County Sheriff’s Office announced two individuals are in custody, following a successful counter-sex trafficking operation conducted on Thursday, Aug. 7.
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Court date set for later this month in Ryan Ferguson’s civil case
A court date has been scheduled in Ryan Ferguson’s civil case for later this month.
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St. Joseph Health Department urges families to update student vaccines before school starts
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — With the first day of school just around the corner, the St. Joseph Health Department is reminding families to make sure their students are up to date on immunizations.Â
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A century of influence: How St. Joseph and one man inspired the name ‘Chiefs’
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Decades before the founding of the Kansas City Chiefs, before the glory of four Super Bowl championships, and even before the birth of Chiefs founder Lamar Hunt, decorated civic leader H. Roe Bartle was known as “Chief” throughout St. Joseph.
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Look up: Perseids meteor shower to peak Aug. 11–13
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Perseid meteor shower is one of the brightest and most popular meteor showers of the year.
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Trump says he’s placing Washington police under federal control and deploying the National Guard
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Monday he’s placing the Washington, D.C., police department under federal control and deploying the National Guard to make the nation’s capital safer.
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Man seriously injured in Daviess County crash
DAVIESS COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A Jamesport, Missouri man suffered serious injuries in a one-utility terrain vehicle crash in Daviess County Sunday. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports the crash occurred around 4:45 a.m. at the intersection of Topper Avenue and 320th Street, a mile west of Lock Springs, Missouri. The 22-year-old driver, headed
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Simple summer safety tips to beat the heat and block harmful UV rays
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The weather may have started with rain this morning, but summer in Missouri can turn sunny in no time—and it’s never too late to brush up on ways to beat the heat. The biggest key to staying safe? Hydration. “Drink a lot of water before you go to
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