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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TownePlace Suites planning $7.5M hotel on North Woodbine Road
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Plans are in motion for the development of a new $7.5 million TownePlace Suites hotel at 1401 N. Woodbine Road. TownePlace Suites, a Marriott-operated hotel brand, is eyeing a four-story building with 129 rooms, a breakfast area, a fitness area, an indoor pool and an outdoor patio. The hotel
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Plan emerges for $60 million hotels, conference center on Frederick Avenue
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph could issue $60 million in revenue bonds to help finance the development of two new boutique hotels and one conference center on Frederick Avenue, proposals show. On Monday, April 14, St. Joseph City Council members will vote on a resolution supporting the issuance of the bonds and
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International students at NWMSU impacted by legal status terminations
MARYVILLE, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Some international students at Northwest Missouri State University have had their visas revoked, school officials said in a statement Friday afternoon. The action comes after the United States Citizenship Immigration Services (USCIS) announced it would terminate the legal status of some international students attending colleges and universities in the United
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SJFD narrowing down locations for South Side fire station
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Plans are moving forward for a new fire station on the South Side of St. Joseph. Earlier this year, the St. Joseph City Council approved an agreement with Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc., to begin design planning on the new location for Fire Station No. 10, which will cost $4.29
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Summit addresses substance use with teens
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — High school students learned about the connection between mental health and substance use through a summit hosted by the Youth Alliance on Friday.
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Local organizations work to help with costs of pets care
By scanning the QR code, pet owners can apply for financial assistance to spay and neuter their dogs or cats.
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SJSD holds annual Earth Day event
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Students across the St. Joseph School District participated in Earth Day activities at Robidoux Middle School. Although the event happened just before Earth Day, which is Tuesday, April 22, it gives students a chance to participate in promoting environmental stewardship, scientific exploration and community collaboration. “I think the biggest
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Tick sightings rise with spring’s arrival
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As the weather warms up and brings many outdoors, people are reminded to keep an eye out for a less-welcome sign of spring — ticks. Ticks are always outdoors, but starting in April they become more prevalent. Erin Woodiel, a media specialist with the Missouri Department of Conservation, said
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Community gathers to raise awareness for crime victims’ rights
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A survivor shared her story at the Crime Victims’ Rights Week Breakfast on Friday, offering hope and strength to those affected by violence. Officials and community members gathered at Missouri Western State University for the annual Crime Victims’ Breakfast, hosted by the Buchanan County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, to support
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Despite drop in bird flu cases, eggs prices remain steady
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Egg prices continue to soar in consumer grocery stores across the country, even as wholesale prices decline and bird flu cases are not being found. The decline in bird flu cases is a positive development, but farms have needed time to sanitize barns and repopulate their flocks. “The raw
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Program on autism offered April 22
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Autism resources will be the focus of an upcoming Taste of United Way session. The free program, “Understanding Autism and Opportunities for Support,” is set for Tuesday, April 22, at the United Way, 118 S. Fifth St. Doors open at 7:45 a.m. with coffee and a light breakfast and
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Lake Contrary-themed event to benefit St. Joseph Museums
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Museums is taking residents back in time to visit a well-known local leisure spot. “Rewind: A Time-Traveling Soirée to Lake Contrary,” will be held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Friday, May 30, at the St. Joseph Country Club, located at 50 Ridgeland Road. The fundraiser
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Legal Aid of Western Missouri provides local assistance to those in need
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Those who find themselves in need of legal advice or representation in St. Joseph have a free resource to advocate for them.Legal Aid of Western Missouri has offices throughout the area, including one in Downtown St. Joseph. Managing Attorney Will Kariker said the office’s four attorneys handle many family
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Local downhill racer gaining ‘traction’ in craft
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A scary activity for some, downhill mountain bike racing has become not only a hobby, but a career for 18-year-old Carson Brooks. “So, downhill is the discipline, and so like, cross-country is the same as cross-country running, but on a bike you’re only times on the downhills,” Brooks said.
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Food drive helps stock school pantries
Second Harvest asked St. Joseph residents to donate nonperishables, vegetables, canned goods and more Thursday’s Fill the Van food drive.
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New Wyeth Hill bike attraction on track for May opening
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The newest addition to St. Joseph’s biking landscape could be open just in time for the annual River Bluffs Trails Fest this spring. Contractors and local parks officials said the goal is to have the new asphalt pump track complete for the second annual weekend event, which kicks off
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Wyeth-Tootle Mansion to host Easter celebration
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Families are invited to a special Easter event next weekend at the Wyeth-Tootle Mansion. The St. Joseph Museums is hosting its annual Easter at the Mansion celebration from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 19, at the mansion, 1100 Charles St. The free event will include an Easter
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See St. Joseph: We’ve got magic to do
The 11th annual Run and Walk for the Paws 5k raises funds for the animal shelter while helping St. Joseph residents and their pets stay in shape.
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Native plants for sale through Missouri Western fundraiser
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Advance orders are being taken for a native plant sale at Missouri Western State University. The college’s student chapter of the Wildlife Society is hosting the fundraiser from 1 to 4 p.m. on Friday, May 2, and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 3 on the second
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City Hall undergoes staff reshuffling
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph residents will notice some new faces at City Hall, as well as familiar faces in new roles, following a recent staff reorganization effort. One notable change will see the promotion of Dawn Lanning from finance director to assistant city manager. Lanning has been with the city since
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I-229 ramp to Highway 36 closing for road work
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The ramp from Interstate 229 southbound to U.S. Route 36 eastbound in St. Joseph will be closed for maintenance from Monday, April 14, through Wednesday, April 16. The ramp will be closed around the clock and drivers will need to use an alternate route during the closure. All work
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Memorial to honor victims, survivors for National Crime Victim’s Rights Week
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The annual Crime Victim Memorial Service will be held at the Remington Nature Center on Wednesday night to honor those lost through acts of violence. The event, which starts at 5:30 p.m., allows families and friends to honor their loved ones and bond with others who have shared a
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SJSD’s Prop 2 results forces ‘Plan B’
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — After a night filled with some wins and some losses, some may be wondering, “What comes next” for St. Joseph’s high schools. The St. Joseph School District’s Proposition 2 bond measure to build a new high school South of U.S. Highway 36 was voted down by St. Joseph residents
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My Place Hotel celebrating grand opening
A hotel in the Shoppes at North Village is holding its grand opening Wednesday as business development continues in the area.
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Prop 2 bond measure defeated
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District’s Prop 2 bond measure was defeated by about 800 votes. Over 53% of voters dis-approved of the measure to build a new high school south of U.S. Highway 36. The measure would have had to win with a 57% simple majority. “It was extremely
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Voter turnout in St. Joseph hits 24% for election
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Nearly a quarter of registered voters in St. Joseph cast a ballot Tuesday to decide the fate of a wide-ranging school bond issue and two Board of Education seats. With all 22 precincts now reporting, preliminary data shows that 24.2% of registered voters turned out for Tuesday’s high-profile election.
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Kerns and Miller elected to school board
Jennifer Kerns and Kim Miller secured seats on the St. Joseph School District Board of Education, according to unofficial election results.
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Locals share opinions ahead of election results
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Proposition 2, which would construct a new public high school in the city, drew polarizing opinions among locals on election day. St. Joseph native and southside resident Gary Guyer was not in favor of Prop 2. “We got three good high schools in St. Joseph, why do we need
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