Local News Archives

Drought alert declared for Missouri

September 29, 2025 11:59 am Payton Counts

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Gov. Mike Kehoe signed Executive Order 25-29 declaring a drought alert for Missouri until Dec. 1, 2025.

SJFD begins structural fire training at MoWest

September 29, 2025 11:36 am TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Fire Department is conducting its structural fire training.

Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri, Inc. welcomes three new board members

September 29, 2025 11:31 am Kyle Schmidt

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Lee Ann Blazer, Crystal Bupp and Cole Soptic have joined the Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri, Inc. board of directors.

The Wizard of Oz Coffee Crawl set for Saturday

September 29, 2025 11:23 am Kyle Schmidt

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The 7th Annual Coffee Crawl is set for Saturday, Oct. 4, in Downtown St. Joseph.

Eugene Field sixth graders bring history to life with wax museum project

September 29, 2025 11:13 am Praji Ghosh

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Sixth graders at Eugene Field Elementary brought history to life with a creative “wax museum” project.

MoWest hosts blood drive to kick off homecoming week

September 29, 2025 10:22 am Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University hosted a blood drive to kick off its homecoming week.

Fall Spectacular returns to St. Joseph with pumpkins, treats and more

September 28, 2025 10:38 am Praji Ghosh

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph’s 2nd Annual Fall Spectacular is happening Sunday, Sept. 28, from noon to 4 p.m. at 3602 N. village drive. Guests can browse through locally grown pumpkins from Treasure Gardens and stock up for the season. And of course, no fall fest is complete without treats—think caramel apples,

Women artists take center stage in Albrecht-Kemper’s ‘4 Seasons,’ exhibition

September 28, 2025 10:45 am Rebecca Evans

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A new exhibition at the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art is putting women artists and their signatures at the center of the story.

International artist brings sitar concert to Ashland United Methodist Church

September 27, 2025 2:25 pm Rebecca Evans

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Ashland United Methodist Church will host a free concert Saturday from 4 to 6 p.m. featuring internationally recognized sitar player Dr. Sanjay Kingi.

Local ministry takes unique approach to outreach

September 28, 2025 10:00 am Charles Christian

ST. JOSEPH, MO. (News-Press NOW) — A local ministry in St. Joseph is literally taking their message to the streets.

MoWest’s Pop Culture Club to host fall themed events

September 27, 2025 1:00 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — To take part in fall festivities, Missouri Western State University’s Pop Culture Club will be holding fall events throughout the season.

Saint Joseph Symphony launches ‘Meowstro Circle’ and ‘Woof Gang’ monthly giving programs

September 27, 2025 11:15 am Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Saint Joseph Symphony brings two new monthly giving programs to the community, geared toward animal lovers.

Popularity of infrared sauna workouts grows nationwide

September 26, 2025 6:52 pm Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — With increased interest across the country in health and wellness, the use of infrared saunas for workouts is rising.

Baseball field renovations to take place at Hyde Park

September 27, 2025 9:30 am Alec Pascuzzi

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Parks and Recreation Department is set to begin renovation plans for field six at Hyde Park.

Father-focused nonprofit to celebrate decade of service in Missouri

September 28, 2025 11:40 am Cameron Montemayor

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A leading nonprofit in the Show-Me state is celebrating 10 years of responsible fatherhood efforts this October.

‘Soaring with Kindness’ fundraiser takes flight to benefit local nonprofit

September 26, 2025 12:05 pm Rebecca Evans

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — For one mother and daughter, taking a leap out of an airplane is more than just an adrenaline rush, it’s a way to give back.

Local family looking to upgrade historic building

September 26, 2025 11:50 am TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Frederick Towers will see improvements to its office spaces as a local family plans to turn it into a startup entrepreneurship hub for St. Joseph.

Christian organization’s gift giving project inspires woman to share her story

September 26, 2025 11:29 am Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Operation Christmas Child helps bring joy to children in need and has inspired a former gift receiver to become a spokesperson for the project as an adult.

First-year superintendent discusses goals for the year and beyond

September 26, 2025 10:54 am Kyle Schmidt

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The school year is now over a month in and Superintendent Ashly McGinnis has her focus on many areas.

Annual ‘Respect the Law’ banquet honors law enforcement

September 25, 2025 7:18 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — On Thursday evening, the Optimist Clubs of St. Joseph hosted its 11th annual Respect the Law banquet.

Sidewalk reconstruction project kicks off at Joyce Raye Patterson Senior Center

September 25, 2025 6:21 pm Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Local seniors will see new and improved pathways constructed for a popular activity center in Downtown St. Joseph.

The battle for Class 2 District 8: Mid-Buchanan Dragons vs. Lawson Cardinals

September 25, 2025 5:30 pm Ryan Eslinger

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The top two teams in Class 2 District 8 are set to face off Friday night in a matchup that could decide who places first in the class.

Twin Spires stands tall amid modern modesty

September 23, 2025 3:35 pm Rebecca Evans

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — In the heart of St. Joseph, the Twin Spires Complex towers above its surroundings, not just in height, but in craftsmanship.

Benton High School goes on precautionary soft lockdown

September 25, 2025 1:12 pm News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — According to the St. Joseph Police Department, Benton High School went on a soft lockdown on Thursday due to a parental threat.

YMCA plans to break ground on $15.6 million aquatic center in spring 2026, open in 2027

September 25, 2025 12:00 pm Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph YMCA officials provided an updated timeline on the anticipated kickoff for construction of new $15.6 indoor aquatic facility on North Village Drive.

Starbucks announces closures, layoffs; impact on St. Joseph unclear

September 25, 2025 11:58 am Rebecca Evans

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Starbucks said it will close some U.S. coffeehouses and cut about 900 non-retail jobs as part of a nationwide restructuring plan.

State Rep. Brenda Shields shares decision to end Missouri Senate campaign

September 25, 2025 11:55 am Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — When State Rep. Brenda Shields (R-St. Joseph) announced her decision to end her campaign for Missouri’s 34th Senate district on Wednesday, it generated plenty of attention.

SJPD invites community to participate in ride-along program

September 25, 2025 11:43 am Praji Ghosh

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Police Department is inviting community members to check out its Citizen Ride-Along Program.

How weather impacts those who like to go the distance

September 26, 2025 8:00 am Payton Counts

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Runners have been training for months to prepare for the 26.2 miles in the St. Joseph Marathon this weekend, but when it comes to running outdoors, the weather can add extra challenges.

Woman charged in connection to King City death this summer

September 24, 2025 6:41 pm News-Press NOW

GENTRY COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Gentry County prosecutors filed charges against Lynsey N. Chan in relation to the death of a man in July in King City, Missouri.