By Marcus Clem Most folks want to pay teachers more, but the question is always how, and no clear answer to that exists within more than 150 pages of a new Missouri law, rural education leaders have said. Gov. Mike Parson, a second-term Republican who will leave office in early January 2025, signed Senate Bill
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By Kyle Schmidt Players from all over the country come to St. Joseph to play for the Mustangs in the summertime, and while they bond with each other, sometimes the strongest bonds are formed off the field. “We treat them like we do our kids,” said Larry Orth, who has been hosting Mustangs players for
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By Kirsten Stokes Before getting out and enjoying the summer sun, residents should take steps to protect themselves from harmful rays and skin cancer. Dr. Melody Stone, board-certified and MOHS surgeon with Advanced Dermatology and Skin Cancer Center in St. Joseph, said the most important thing to remember about sun safety is sunscreen. “Every two
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By Riley Funk St. Joseph Parks, Recreation and Civic Facilities is bringing back an annual summer program to encourage kids to visit local parks, but this year it will come with a bit of a twist. The Parks Passport program, which has been in place since 2021, has begun once again. Jessica Oshel, special events
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By Riley Funk The United Way of Greater St. Joseph is helping to provide fans for those who need cool air during the summer. The United Way’s Board Leadership recently approved the purchase of fans to give out to those in need, according to a release from the organization. The fans will be available at
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By Kirsten Stokes A Bishop LeBlond student is sharing her story and raising awareness for childhood cancer. Isabelle Giles is a 16-year-old athlete in St. Joseph, but she’s not had the easiest path. Giles has dealt with microblastoma since the age of 6, when they first discovered a tumor in her brain. “So, the first
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By Chris Fortune A St. Joseph native achieved a longtime goal after receiving a head start in the business world. Missouri Western’s Craig School of Business awarded Caleb Keling the ownership of an Auntie Anne’s franchise after presenting his business plan in front of a panel of judges. The moment has been years in the
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By Cameron Montemayor Local residents can once again enjoy Mediterranean cuisine in St. Joseph thanks to the addition of a new food truck. Mido’s Halal Mediterranean Grill has firmly planted its flag among eateries after making the official move to St. Joseph from Leavenworth, Kansas. “I’m so happy that we made that move,” owner and
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By NewsPress Now Deeds of trust reported from May 24 to May 28 Charles Owens, Patricia Owens to BST Properties LLC, 6 56 35 PT East Quarter $100,000. Mark Puckett to Nodaway Valley Bank, Lawndale LTS 23 24 Blk 4 $20,000. Firstkey Mortgage LLC to Select Portfolio Servicing Inc., no legal. Firstkey Mortgage LLC, Select
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By NewsPress Now Marriage applications Lazaro Gonzales Valdes, 45, and Yudisma Bernal Cuza, 46, both of St. Joseph. Michael Pete Elifrits, 25, and Harley Nicole Lucero, 20, both of Fillmore, Missouri. Divorce suits filed Jerry M. Palmer Jr. and Autumn N. Palmer. Keilan Castillo Alvarez and Roy Acosta Vera. Billy J. Vinzant Jr. and Holly
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By NewsPress Now Arrests reported from May 21 to May 27 Timothy Jason McBee, 51, no address provided, warrant for failure to appear in court. Eugene Wallace, 59, 3403 SW Christie Lane Rd., warrant for failure to appear in court. Amy Maire Sadler, 34, 2201 Seneca St., warrant for failure to appear in court. Danielle
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By NewsPress Now Thefts reported from May 19 to May 27 1407 S. Belt Highway, items stolen at specialty store. 3104 Monterey St., burglary at residence/home. 5302 N. Belt Highway, items stolen at restaurant. 700 Felix St., items stolen at park/playground. 1525 St. Joseph Ave., items stolen at convenience store. 904 S. 10th St., items
Continue Reading By Associated Press WASHINGTON — The IRS said Thursday it will make permanent the free electronic tax return filing system that it experimented with this year and is asking all 50 states and the District of Columbia to help taxpayers file their returns through the program in 2025. The IRS tried the Direct File project
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By Jazmine Knight The state of the job market often depends on who you ask. On one side are younger people struggling not only to secure employment but also to find something that supports their basic needs. On the other end of the spectrum, many believe there are jobs out there but no one wants
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By Marcus Clem As the St. Joseph School District sets to work on hiring teachers and staff this summer, it faces a challenge. Assistant Superintendent Brian Kraus told the Board of Education this week that he does not have specific numbers on the effort to hire employees for the 2024-25 year, but that the “applicant
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By Kendra Simpson A new program through the Bartlett Center is aiming to help local teenagers gain self-confidence and entrepreneurial skills. With the help of the Chamber of Commerce and the Missouri After-School network, Bartlett Center’s Executive Director, LaTonya Williams, was able to get a grant that promotes entrepreneurship and civic engagement. This grant will
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By Riley Funk Fiber optic installation will cause lane closures June 4 on 28th Street. The work will take place on both the north and south lanes of the roadway in the area between Oak and Walnut streets, according to Sellenriek Construction, the group that will oversee the project. The north lane will be closed
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By NewsPress Now Chess players can test their skills at an upcoming event at the Rolling Hills Library. Players of all ages and skill levels can participate in the library’s first-ever chess tournament on Saturday, June 8. The free event begins at 10 a.m. in the Belt Branch Upper Story, 1906A along with an open
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Most consumers know how a traditional pharmacy works. Far fewer are aware of an alternative option: a compounding pharmacy. Here’s everything you need to know about these specialized healthcare facilities, and how they have the potential to improve your wellness. What is a compounding pharmacy? A compounding pharmacy employs the art
Continue Reading By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) The future of building safety offers exciting career opportunities for the next generation. The International Code Council encourages educators to involve kids in discussions about the industry from an early age, fostering open-mindedness and offering them a new perspective on the world around them. Inspiring Young Minds with Interactive Learning Building
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By Cameron Montemayor City leaders and elected officials gathered Wednesday to review options for how to handle a large funding shortfall tied to several park restroom construction projects. Council members called for the meeting after bids for construction of new restroom facilities at five locations — Corby Grove, Eagles Field, Hochman Park, Hyde Park and
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By Jazmine Knight After enjoying the great outdoors over Memorial Day weekend, some people might now be dealing with bug bites. Here in the St. Joseph area, the biggest concerns are mosquitos and ticks. Shelly Cox, a naturalist at the Remington Nature Center, said that with the increased rainfall recently, mosquitos will be popping up
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By Chris Fortune Adult vaccines supplied through a federally funded program are in short supply at the St. Joseph Health Department. The health department announced that it has about a two-week supply of vaccines provided by the Section 317 program, which provides vaccines for uninsured and underinsured adults. “Things like this happen periodically, and we
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By Riley Funk St. Joseph Habitat for Humanity and community members welcomed a St. Joseph mother and her children to a new home Wednesday with a ribbon-cutting and house blessing ceremony. Samanta Mujagic, along with her three children, will now live at a house on East Highland Avenue, which was once a dream. “It feels
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Summer is a great time to try new activities and get outdoors, but the season also brings with it unique risks, according to medical experts. “Regardless of where you are in your fitness journey, the warm weather months offer opportunities to reevaluate your wellness goals for the remainder of the year.
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By Riley Funk After it was announced that a PGA Tour player died by suicide over the weekend, community members are discussing the importance of athlete mental health. It was announced that Grayson Murray, a PGA Tour player, died Saturday at the age of 30. He most recently won the Sony Open in January. Jeffrey
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By Cameron Montemayor The St. Joseph Police Department moved one step closer to deploying body cameras after receiving the green light to purchase the equipment. At Tuesday’s City Council meeting, council members unanimously approved an emergency ordinance authorizing the purchase of 125 body cameras and 100 in-car cameras from Utility Associates, Inc. “We’re certainly hoping
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By Marcus Clem St. Joseph schools gave ground on getting kids to class for the recently ended 2023-24 academic term, compared to last year’s data, but one other key benchmark improved. The district announced a satisfactory attendance rate of 77.56% for the year, down from 78.91% in 2022-23, and well below the goal of more
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By NewsPress Now Visitors to St. Joseph Memorial Park and Mount Auburn cemeteries during Memorial Day weekend are being reminded to collect any items left on graves. Staff will conduct a semi-annual cemetery cleanup on Monday, June 3. Any remaining flowers, decorations and other items will be cleared that morning so crews can mow and
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By Chris Fortune Efforts to study the possibility of an Amtrak line in St. Joseph are on track to begin this year. The Missouri Department of Transportation selected Crawford, Murphy & Tilly to conduct a feasibility study to look at options for a proposed Amtrak line connecting St. Joseph to Kansas City, including a connection
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