ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Firefighting for the city of St. Joseph is a family tradition for retiring Fire Chief Kenny Cordonnier. The Cordonnier firefighting lineage in St. Joseph dates back to 1958 when Kenny’s father, Lawrence “Tink” Cordonnier, began his career with the St. Joseph Fire Department. “”Throughout the country, you’ll
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The Amped Up Pro Bull Riding Tour returns to Civic Arena in Downtown St. Joseph this weekend.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Allied Arts Council is hosting its annual Arts Fund Campaign to support its seven funded agencies that bring the arts to St. Joseph. Whether it’s the latest symphony performance, an award-winning musical or educating kids on the magic of the theatre, the Allied Arts Council is asking the
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Devil’s Island Skateboard Co. is opening for the first time at its 114 S. 8th St. location on April 5th to coincide with the Downtown Wine & Beer Walk.
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SAVANNAH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A student from Andrew County, 8-year-old Noah Noland, donated his savings to Savannah’s Safe Haven Baby Box.
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Clouds hung low over Hyde Park on Thursday evening as Benton crossed the road to face Class 5’s St. Pius X, a team eager for revenge after last year’s state tournament loss. Despite a late push from the Warriors, the Cardinals held firm for a 2-1 win, marking their third straight victory.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Many people think of organ donation as something that occurs after the death of the donor; however, live organ donations are on the upswing in the U.S.Last year, over 7,000 people donated live organs and tissue, saving tens of thousands of lives. Missouri tissue and organ registry coordinator Ian
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Dr. Evan Elizabeth Hart is the 2025 recipient of the Missouri Governor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Since 2023, a motorcycle fatality has occurred along the Belt Highway each year, and St. Joseph police are taking note of the cause. As a member of the St. Joseph Police Department’s Traffic Unit, Sgt. James Tonn knows more than he’d like to about the devastating impact of a
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Thursday’s LifeChangers luncheon served as a way for the Social Welfare Board to thank the community as well as encourage further assistance through donations and volunteering.
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SAVANNAH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Andrew County has a new circuit clerk. Tannah Buhman of St. Joseph has been appointed to the post by Gov. Mike Kehoe Buhman had been serving as the interim circuit clerk after a year as deputy court clerk. She previously worked as a patient care representative for Mosaic Life Care
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A major intersection improvement project planned for south St. Joseph will now begin in late April. Improvements at U.S. Route 59 and Alabama Street originally scheduled for April 1 have now been delayed until Monday, April 21, due to pre-construction utility work in the area. The $8.3 million project
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Marriage applications Luis Gomez Gomez, 30, and Giselle Gonzalez Lima, 28, both of St. Joseph. Steven Reid Campbell, 41, and Kristina Marie Woodrich, 35, both of St. Joseph. Angel Luis Laboy Maisonet, 46, and Skiler Witnie Kretzer, 31, both of St. Joseph. Dylan Wiley Ezzell, 28, and Mary Nicole Jaurigue, 29, both of St. Joseph.
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Arrests reported March 26 to April 1 Aaron Todd Briggs, 46, 823 S. 11th St., warrant for failure to appear in court. Aaron Douglas Clark, 41, 2844 Angelique St., warrant for failure to appear in court. Jesse Clarence Morgan, 44, 1115 Lafayette St., warrant for failure to appear in court. Corey Steven Maher, 41, 3511 St.
Continue Reading Thefts reported from March 24 to March 31 2217 Oak St., vehicle theft at residence/home. 4201 N. Belt Highway, items stolen at grocery/super market. 3515 Gene Field Rd., items stolen at residence/home. 137 N. Belt Highway, items stolen at department/discount store. S. 10th St./Garfield Ave., items stolen at parking lot/garage. 1710 Pacific St., burglary at
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Deeds of trust reported from March 27 to April 2 Alan Vassmer, Kylie Vassmer to Leaderone Financial Corp., Paradise Lake Estates Phase 1 LT 8 $231,000. Rene Barrios to Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp., Eastern Extn LT 15 LT 16 Blk 64 $191,468. Matthew Johnston, Jane Johnston to Nodaway Valley Bank, 4 57 35 PT SE
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The planned demolition of a mobile home park will clear the way for low-income and fair market housing. St. Joseph Housing Authority staff are seeking funding to demolish a mobile home park across from the organization’s office at 2902 S 36th St. “Our goal is not only to
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Lafayette High School’s theatre department is taking its one-act play to state.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The final push to reach the goal of $15 million for a public aquatic facility is on. The YMCA is planning a Pedal for the Pool fundraiser to bring in some of the remaining money needed to build the facility at 3601 N. Village Drive. “We’ve had so much
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The Pony Express National Museum at 914 Penn St. is celebrating the 165th anniversary of Pony Express rider Johnny Fry leaving the stables on April 3, 1860.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Family Guidance Center for Behavioral Healthcare has seen a notable uptick in patients at its urgent care clinic. The Behavioral Health Urgent Care Clinic at 4906 Frederick Ave. is nearing its second year of operating since launching in March of 2023. Roughly 1,300 individuals have received treatment for
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The theme of National Library Week is ‘Drawn to the Library’.
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Many standout athletes have not only competed in the area but have also called St. Joseph home, etching their names into history by lifting that signature state championship trophy. However, only a select few have gone on to capture a championship at the collegiate or professional level.
For one Bishop LeBlond alum, that dream has become a reality, as he now holds the title of national champion.
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One driver was taken into custody by the St. Joseph Police Department after a hit-and-run crash Wednesday evening.
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As local gardeners slowly make their way outside again, a local expert reminds gardeners of the importance of safety and variety.
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A bill targeting foreign-manufactured drones drew opposition Monday from Missouri law enforcement officials and public utility representatives.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A bill that protects information related to minors is advancing through the Missouri legislature. Missouri House Bill 145, sponsored by Rep. Bill Falkner, R-St. Joseph, has been debated and perfected. The measure aims to allow public records containing personally identifiable information about minors under 18 held by local public
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The work of senior art students is in the spotlight at an exhibit opening this week at Missouri Western State University. An opening reception for the Senior Art Exhibition is set for 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, April 4, at the Drew Brown Art Gallery in Potter Hall.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph is seeking candidates to fill its open municipal judge position following the death of Ted Elo. City officials announced that Elo, a longtime city attorney and St. Joseph’s municipal judge since 2022, died at age 65 on Sunday. Qualified individuals are encouraged to submit a resume to
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — With the election less than a week away, the results of the Proposition 2 bond measure are now in the hands of voters. In previous News-Press NOW reporting, we’ve broken down some of the costs, amenities offered and what the measure’s passing would mean for the South Side. Timeline
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