Herzog gives students a glimpse into the future at career day event
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Herzog opened its doors for a career day event for students in area schools.
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Topeka man injured in Platte County semi-truck crash
PLATTE COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A Topeka, Kansas man went to the hospital after flipping a semi-truck in Platte County Tuesday.
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New St. Joseph kids clothing store offers affordable options for families
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One new South Side business is providing affordable clothing and child care items for families.
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Construction underway on $1.6 million Buchanan County Fairgrounds
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Contractors are officially plowing ahead on the highly anticipated home for future livestock showcases and events in Buchanan County.
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Saint Joseph symphony brings a horror classic to life
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — On Saturday, Oct. 18, the Saint Joseph Symphony invites the community to an electrifying evening of music with its presentation of a live performance of Frankenstein at the historic Missouri Theater.
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I-229 ramps to close temporarily for roadwork
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Ramps along Interstate 229 will be closed for a short period of time due to a road resurfacing project.
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SJPL holds annual book sale to support reading programs
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Book lovers will want to mark their calendars, as the Friends of the St. Joseph Public Library will kick off its annual book sale at the Downtown Library.
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Health Department to install needle depository at Community Missions
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Community Missions will be receiving new equipment from the St. Joseph Health Department.
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Kids take a step into ‘the real world’ at Tiny Tot Town
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Tiny Tot Town is all about helping kids explore and learn about their community in a fun, hands-on way.
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SJPD reports results of joint enforcement operation
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Police Department and Missouri State Highway Patrol made multiple arrests during a recent joint enforcement operation aimed at improving community safety.
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Waynesville man injured in one-vehicle Harrison County crash
HARRISON COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A Waynesville, Missouri, man was taken to the hospital after a one-vehicle crash Monday in Harrison County.
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‘Home is where the heart is’: organizations observe World Habitat Day
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Oct. 6 marked the recognition of world habitat day, an observance highlighting the state of our towns and cities.
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Aging homes raise safety concerns in St. Joseph neighborhoods
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Safety concerns are growing in parts of St. Joseph — especially in older buildings and neighborhoods.
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St. Joseph man arrested after crash with MSHP vehicle Saturday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Local law enforcement arrested Alec M. Gray just after 11:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 4, for multiple offenses, including a crash with a Missouri State Highway Patrol vehicle.
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SJSD School Bus runs in to pickup truck on Belt Highway
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A school bus full of kids ran into a pickup truck just after 3 p.m. on Monday.
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Chamber to host Downtown open spaces tour
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Chamber of Commerce, in coordination with Main Street St. Joseph, is hosting a business workshop and Downtown open spaces tour on Tuesday, Oct. 7.
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Three 2025 supermoons will light the sky
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Monday kicks off a stretch of back-to-back-to-back supermoons.
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Demolition, reconstruction planned for City Hall north fountain and sidewalk
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Drivers and pedestrians traveling Downtown will see a prominent section of City Hall and Civic Center Park undergoing large renovations this fall.
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St. Joseph YWCA recognizes Domestic Violence Awareness Month
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — First recognized as the “Day of Unity” in 1981, Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) is observed every October, with the goal of unifying efforts to end domestic violence and raise awareness.
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Fire Prevention Week focuses on lithium-ion battery safety in homes
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Oct. 5 marked the start of Fire Prevention Week, signaling homeowners to go over certain fire safety protocols.
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Child seriously injured in Harrison County dirt bike crash
HARRISON COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A child was taken to the hospital after a dirt bike crash in Harrison County Sunday. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports the crash occurred around 4:25 p.m. in a pasture near the intersection of Route T and 182nd Street, a mile south of Blythedale, Missouri. An 11-year-old boy
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Former U.S. Surgeon General urges vaccination as Covid and flu cases begin to rise
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — With flu season officially underway, health experts highlight the importance of staying alert — because this time of year often brings a mix of unpredictable illnesses. Former U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams, who now directs the Health Equity Action Leadership Center at Purdue University said COVID-19 is still very
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Driver’s exam offices in St. Joseph, statewide to close Oct. 13 for Columbus Day
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Residents hoping to test and obtain their driver’s license or permit will have to wait an extra day this month.
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Women’s Expo celebrates health, wellness and community
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The “It’s All About You!” Women’s Expo is underway Saturday at the St. Joseph Civic Arena, celebrating women’s health, wellness and community.
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Longtime Bearcat Radio broadcaster calls milestone game
MARYVILLE, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The voice behind Bearcat Radio Network on KXCV/KRNW, John Coffey, announced his 500th consecutive football game on Saturday, Sept. 20, in Joplin, Mo.
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Week 6 High School Football Matchups
ST. JOSEPH, Mo (News-Press NOW) — With week 6 of the high school football season starting Friday Oct. 3, here are the matchups for the high schools in our viewing area.
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Crowds gather as PumpkinFest kicks off its 29th year
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — PumpkinFest officially opens Friday, bringing crowds to the Pony Express Museum and Patee Park for the festival’s 29th year.
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St. Joseph OKs final plat for new subdivision with 15 new homes in the works
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Construction of more than a dozen new single-family homes is set to move forward in St. Joseph following approval by City Councilmembers this week.
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St. Joseph Trail Alliance to host outdoor event
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Trail Alliance is hosting an upcoming outdoor event at the St. Joseph River Bluff Trails Park.
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Wooden speedliner returns home to St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — In St. Joseph in the 1990s, Steve Schomburg and his father, Cliff, built and sent a 1947 speedliner boat to Boston.
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