By BRUCE R. MILLER – Sioux City Journal, Iowa (TNS) “Wicked” proved there’s still life in big-budget studio films. But the bulk of 2024’s best still came from independent studios, streaming services and foreign filmmakers. Does that say the business is expanding? Or has the capital of moviemaking shifted? Take a look at the list
Continue ReadingBy Nick Hytrek – Sioux City Journal, Iowa (TNS) SIOUX CITY — The City of Sioux City has reached a $7,500 settlement with a Nebraska woman whose nose was broken while tubing at Cone Park. Jennifer Peterson, of Elkhorn, Nebraska, had sued the city and Sioux City Parks & Recreation Foundation in August for negligence
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By DAVID McHUGH – Associated Press FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier on Friday ordered parliament dissolved and set new elections for Feb. 23 in the wake of the collapse of Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s coalition, saying it was the only way to give the country a stable government capable of tackling its problems.
Continue ReadingBy EVELYNE MUSAMBI – Associated Press NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights has raised concerns over the rising number of government critics who were apparently abducted as four people were reported missing over the weekend, bringing the total number of abductions to 82 since the anti-government protests in June. Four
Continue ReadingBy AP FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Germany’s president orders parliament dissolved for an early election on Feb. 23.
Continue ReadingBy Daniel Zeilstra – The Kansas City Star (TNS) Friday’s TV / radio COLLEGE FOOTBALL The Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl: Oklahoma vs. Navy, at Fort Worth, Texas, 11 a.m., ESPN, KCTE (94.5 FM, 1510 AM) The Birmingham Bowl: Georgia Tech vs. Vanderbilt, at Birmingham, Ala., 2:30 p.m., ESPN The AutoZone Liberty Bowl: Texas Tech
Continue ReadingBy SARAH WATSON – Quad City Times, Davenport, Iowa (TNS) Voters in parts of Scott, Clinton and Jackson counties will vote Jan. 28, 2025, in a special election for their state senator, Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds announced Monday. Former senator for District 35, Chris Cournoyer, was sworn in a week ago as the state’s new
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By AIJAZ HUSSAIN – Associated Press NEW DELHI (AP) — Authorities in India have declared a seven-day mourning period to honor Manmohan Singh, officials said Friday, as politicians and public paid tributes to the country’s former prime minister widely regarded as the architect of India’s economic reform program. Officials canceled all cultural and entertainment events
Continue ReadingBy AP SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea’s opposition-controlled parliament votes to impeach acting leader Han Duck-soo.
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By YIQI AMERICA INC. DETROIT, Dec. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — YIQI AMERICA INC., a subsidiary of Tianjin Yiqi Intelligent Equipment Co., Ltd., specializing in the installation and supply of automotive assembly and welding equipment, has officially announced the opening of its new office located at 120 North Washington Square, Ste 300, Lansing, MI 48933. This strategic
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By AP DALLAS (AP) — Parts of Texas, Louisiana and Arkansas were under severe weather watches early Friday as the National Weather Service predicted a storm system in the Gulf of Mexico could bring high winds, hail and possible tornadoes to the region. “Heavy showers and thunderstorms continue to race across Louisiana and the Gulf
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By JOSEF FEDERMAN and WAFAA SHURAFA – Associated Press JERUSALEM (AP) — A new round of Israeli airstrikes in Yemen on Thursday targeted the Houthi rebel-held capital and multiple ports, while the World Health Organization’s director-general said the bombardment occurred nearby as he prepared to board a flight in Sanaa, with a crew member injured.
Continue ReadingBy Business Wire OSAKA, Japan & CAMBRIDGE, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Dec 27, 2024– Takeda (TSE:4502/NYSE:TAK) today announced that the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare has approved the use of HYQVIA ® [Immune Globulin Infusion 10% (Human) with Recombinant Human Hyaluronidase] in patients with agammaglobulinemia or hypogammaglobulinemia 1, disorders characterized by very low or absent levels
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By NewsPress Now Deeds of trust reported from Dec. 19 to Dec. 24 Bobbi Fox, Charles Fox to US Bank National Assoc., 3 56 35 PT SW Quarter $237,500. Kibrom Araya, Almaz Alemayehu to US Bank National Assoc., 11 57 35 PT SW Quarter $40,945. Garrett Grier, Danielle Dotson to Bank of Plattsburg, Union State
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By NewsPress Now archerlawncare.com Address: 5201 N.E. Woodbine Road, St. Joseph, MO 64505 Phone: 816-279-7200 Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday E-mail: service@ archerlawncare.com Year established: 1999 Number of employees: 25 Twitter: @archerlawncare Facebook: facebook.com/alcinc Archer Lawn Care, Inc. is based on the principles of providing a complete and quality solution
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By NewsPress Now rhcl.org Address: 1904 N. Belt Hwy., St. Joseph, MO 64506 Additional locations: Savannah Branch, 514 W. Main St., Savannah, MO 64485 Administrative Office, 1912 N. Belt Hwy., St. Joseph, MO 64506 Phone numbers: Phone Belt Branch 816-232-5479 Savannah Branch 816-324-4569 Business hours: Belt Branch: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday;
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By NewsPress Now Address: 4725 Easton Road, St. Joseph, MO 64503 Business hours: 24/7 Phone: 816-671-7800 Year established: 1968 Number of employees: 180 The facility that houses International Paper was built in 1968 as part of the Mead Containers group. In 1987, the facility was purchased by Weyerhaeuser and conducted business under that name for
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By NewsPress Now Marriage applications David Michael Holmes, 54, and Christyl Elizabeth Walters, 54, both of Colorado Springs, Colorado. Spencer Riley Taylor, 32, and Tonya Rene Hood, 40, both of St. Joseph. Jonathan Hieu Trang, 24, Fresno, California, and Thi Trinh Nu Nguyen, 26, St. Joseph. Scotty Frank McCoy, 36, and Samantha Rose Lay, 36,
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By NewsPress Now Thefts reported from Dec. 13 to Dec. 22 5655 S. 4th St., items stolen at school-elementary/secondary. 1724 N. 2nd St., burglary at residence/home. 2318 N. Belt Highway, vehicle theft at other/unknown. 3109 N. 10th St., items stolen at residence/home. 2507 Meadow Trl., items stolen at highway/road/alley. 3022 S. Belt Highway, items stolen
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By NewsPress Now Arrests reported Dec. 18 to Dec. 24 Shannon Burditt Power, 57, 7716 SE 116 Rd., warrant for failure to appear in court. Jose Perez, 19, 2212 Messanie St., city charge for DWI/DUI. Glenn Allen Walker Jr., 49, 3711 Woodlawn Ter., warrant for failure to appear in court. Joshua Drake Nunn, 26, 3140
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By NewsPress Now Address: 32137 State Hwy. 6, Jamesport, MO Phone: 660-684-6931 Business hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; Saturday by appointment Year established: 2011 Victor Graber, the original founder of Jamesport Builders, was a general contractor, building everything from pole barns to houses for 20 years. He and his crew did
Continue ReadingBy Kellis Robinett – The Wichita Eagle (TNS) Dec. 26—Phoenix Call it the Dylan Edwards Bowl. Sure, Kansas State’s 44-41 victory over Rutgers on Thursday at Chase Field technically took place at the postseason football game known as the Rate Bowl. But fans will remember it fondly because of what Edwards accomplished during a thrilling
Continue ReadingBy Kellis Robinett – The Wichita Eagle (TNS) Dec. 26—Phoenix The Kansas State football team ended its season with one of the most exciting bowl wins in school history. Avery Johnson and Dylan Edwards led the Wildcats to a thrilling 44-41 victory over Rutgers at the Rate Bowl on Thursday inside Chase Field. It was
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By Kirsten Stokes In the eyes of Robert and Kim Sigrist, educating youth and motivating them to serve is the reason they’ve dedicated so much of their lives to education. Robert has dedicated 31 years to education, holding positions like assistant principal at Central for 13 years, science teacher at Cameron and currently assistant superintendent
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By Jenna Wilson Sheri Gray never fails to give her time and talent to lift up Special Olympics athletes in Northwest Missouri. Gray graduated with a Physical Education major not realizing this would be the gateway to her journey as a coach for Special Olympics Missouri. Gray now juggles a busy schedule coaching multiple sports
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By Jenna Wilson If you don’t recognize Ron Auxier by his name, you certainly may have seen his composition around the city of St. Joseph. A retired architect, Auxier spends his time delivering mobile meals through InterServ and currently sits on the InterServ Board of Directors. Over the course of a successful career, Auxier carried
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By Kirsten Stokes After four hours of sleep each day, Debb “Dog Lady” Allen has no time to rest when rehabilitating dogs in need. Since 2004, Allen has put all of her energy into building a credible and safe space for dogs through her nonprofit “Against All Odds Animal ResQ, Inc.” (AAO). Her journey toward
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By Cameron Montemayor It‘s the fond memories of a sprawling Downtown that Christy George remembers, much like her grandparents before her, that drive her to create the same experience for residents and families through a variety of roles. “I think downtowns are the heart of every city,” said George, president of Main Street Downtown St.
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By Kendra Simpson For Isaac “Ike” McDonald, football is more than just a game. He considers his youth football program to be a family and himself as the players “coach for life.” Growing up, McDonald learned much from his uncle, who he considered to be a great leader and role model. Today, he emulates his
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By Jenna Wilson Even through the hardest parts of being a special education teacher, Deirdra “Deedie” Killgore finds joy in empowering students, even in retirement. Killgore spent the majority of her life working as a special education teacher for the St. Joseph School District and several other areas – educating infants to young adults. “There
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