By NewsPress Now (State Point) Americans face unprecedented wait times to see their doctors. This squeeze is particularly acute in primary care, but is also being felt in specialties like neurology, psychiatry and OB/GYN. According to the American Medical Association (AMA), here are the top reasons why it’s harder than ever to be seen by
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By Charles Christian One St. Joseph agency’s program is helping combat the recidivism rate by helping ex-prisoners re-enter society. Though The Crossing may be best known for its food distribution center, which reaches more than 1,500 people per month, its re-entry program, which houses around a dozen men at a time, is providing a new
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By Kendra Simpson One person died after being struck by a vehicle that then crashed into a residential home Sunday morning. According to the St. Joseph Police Department, at approximately 3:58 a.m. Sunday, a vehicle crashed into the front porch of a house on the east side of road between Madison and Green streets. One
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By Kirsten Stokes The news that a Downtown coffee shop will be closing its doors at the end of this month spotlights the challenges facing small businesses, particularly in that area of town. Toe Beans Coffee House, 114 S. Eighth St., cited a lack of traffic as the reason it will be shutting down later
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By Nicole Scott Northwest Health Services is sharing free online resources from Narcan and information about free in-person training, seeking to better educate people on how to respond to an opioid overdose situation. Narcan is a spray medication that is administered through the nose to help those suffering from an opioid overdose. The life-saving medication’s
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By Chris Fortune Shoppers are bargain hunting after Thanksgiving with a plan to support local on Small Business Saturday. Shopping at large retailers and seeking large markdowns on popular items can be tempting on Black Friday. It’s become a tradition for many retailers to start deals before the holiday and extend them into the weekend,
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By Leah Rainwater Kurt Jordan, also known as the “KC cemetery man” found a unique way to remember those buried in a local 19th century cemetery. After learning that his great-great grandfather was buried in Greenwick Cemetery, located in Amazonia, Missouri, Jordan made the preservation of the cemetery his personal project. After restoring numerous headstones,
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By Jazmine Knight United Way is calling all employers, asking to hear their opinions on childcare and how it affects their workforce. The goal of United Way’s Success by Six program is to prepare each child to prepare each child before they enter kindergarten, by making sure they are on track with their learning. Due
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By NewsPress Now Deeds of trust reported from Nov. 21 to Nov. 26 Dalton Manville to Armed Forces Bank NA, Faucett Add LT 1 PT LT 2 Blk 4 $45,000. Michelle Montford to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., Stonecrest East 1st Amnd Plat LT 16 Blk 4 $46,979. Homes by Patty Farr LLC to Exchange
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By NewsPress Now Arrests reported Nov. 19 Tyler Laray Davis, 30, no address provided, warrant for failure to appear in court. Jeraldine Faye Standifer, 32, 5009 Red Barn Ln., warrant for failure to appear in court. James Ancel Mignery, 38, 1501 N. 3rd, warrant for failure to appear in court. Courtney Lynn Reynolds, 46, 216
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By NewsPress Now Marriage applications Eric Daniel Thompson, 48, Denton, Kansas, and Shandy Lee Uzzle, 43, Fillmore, Missouri. Michael David Joel Robertson, 46, and Courtney Joanne Drummond, 37, both of St. Joseph. Jesse Dale Austin Judy, 30, and Sonny Dawn Dilley, 26, both of St. Joseph. Donte Maurice Ward, 32, and Shayla Alissia Tatiana Lee,
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By NewsPress Now Thefts reported from Nov. 7 to Nov. 19 6549 Brown St., items stolen at residence/home. 409 N. 20th St., vehicle theft at residence/home. 204 E. Cliff St., burglary at residence/home. 1616 Stockyards Expressway, items stolen at highway/road/alley. Vandalism reported from Nov. 18 1220 Prospect Ave., vandalism of property at highway/road/alley.
Continue ReadingBy Associated Press MILWAUKEE — The Aurora Health Care Mobile Medical Clinic team waited patiently at a table in the main hallway of the Milwaukee Public Library’s sprawling downtown branch, a blood pressure cuff and mental health questionnaire at the ready as they called out to patrons who paused: “Do you have any questions about
Continue ReadingBy Associated Press President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for the nation’s top health job, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has vowed to allow wider distribution of raw milk across America. But the detection of bird flu virus in unpasteurized milk sold in California stores underscores what health experts say are the known and potential risks. “You have
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By Associated Press Unlike scores of people who scrambled for the blockbuster drugs Ozempic and Wegovy to lose weight in recent years, Danielle Griffin had no trouble getting them. The 38-year-old information technology worker from New Mexico had a prescription. Her pharmacy had the drugs in stock. And her health insurance covered all but $25
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By Cameron Montemayor City officials have set a May deadline to decide whether to seek an August 2025 bond issue to develop a large-scale youth sports complex in St. Joseph. Key discussions between city leaders, consultants and Missouri Western State University are expected to intensify in early 2025 on the project, with council members poised
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By NewsPress Now Those who wish to take advantage of open burning in St. Joseph are almost out of time. Saturday, Nov. 30, is the last day yard waste can be burned in the city before next April. Burning is allowed from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and must be done in a container of
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By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—If you or someone you care for is among the 1 in 3 U.S. adults estimated to have prediabetes, a condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough yet to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes, or is among the nearly 40 million Americans the Centers for
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By Ashley Luthans It was below freezing on Friday morning, but that didn’t stop shoppers from heading out to find the best deals. Many stores were open before the sun was out, bringing in the most dedicated bargain shoppers. Lots of people make Black Friday shopping a tradition, including Sloan Ridpath. “We come out every
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By NewsPress Now Residents need to be aware of some public facilities that will be closed on Black Friday. St. Joseph City Hall and the REC Center both will be closed on Friday, Nov. 29. The Buchanan County Courthouse also will be closed. All driver’s license testing sites also will be closed on Friday. They
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By Leah Rainwater Crafts, Christmas stories and a visit from Santa are part of an annual holiday celebration set for next week. The Noyes Home for Children will be hosting its Holiday Open House from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 3, at 801 N. Noyes Blvd. There will be gingerbread house and ornament
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By Nicole Scott The St. Joseph YWCA is asking community members to think of area nonprofits and those in need this holiday season Giving Tuesday, which falls on Dec. 3, is a nationwide annual initiative for community members to donate to area organizations. YWCA Executive Director Danielle Brown said her agency is happy to receive
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By Kyle Schmidt Americans will have plenty of food in front of them during the closing weeks of the year but moderation is key in a season often known for excess. Registered dietitian Jessica Smith advises pacing yourself when tempted with all the food on offer during the holidays. “Taking time to appreciate your food,
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By NewsPress Now The lights will turn on Friday, Nov. 29, at two local parks, marking the opening of a St. Joseph Christmas tradition. Community members can join Mayor John Josendale and the city’s parks department for the annual lighting ceremonies for Krug Park’s Holiday Park and Hyde Park’s South Pole. Krug’s Holiday Park lighting
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By Leah Rainwater After 30 years missing, two stolen headstones have returned to their resting place at a local cemetery. Kurt Jordan, also known as the “KC Cemetery Man”, has been working on preserving Greenwick Cemetery in Amazonia, Missouri, for about five years. The driving factor for his preservation work started because of his father.
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By Ashley Luthans Whether you’re shopping in person or online this holiday season, keeping your purchases and financial information safe requires attention. When out in stores, make sure to keep your belongings close, not allowing them to leave your sight. Frank Till, executive director of the St. Joseph Safety Council, advises women to keep purses
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By Jazmine Knight The Bartlett Center is set to host its first annual Holiday Mart fundraiser. Guests can support kids who use the facility and local businesses from 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 1, at the center, 409 S. 18th St. The mart will feature an array of vendors including a permanent jeweler,
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By Kyle Schmidt Thanksgiving is all about the food for many, making it important to take precautions to avoid serving up anything that could make holiday guests ill. Luke Pitts, an environment public health specialist with the St. Joseph Health Department, offers some tips to make sure the turkey and stuffing are what friends and
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By Chris Fortune City leaders are hearing from concerned residents about potential fee increases at the St. Joseph Sanitary Landfill and perceived mistreatment of a local waste management company. Numerous residents sent identical emails addressed to Mayor John Josendale and City Council members throughout the day on Tuesday. “Mayor Josendale and City Council: Tell the
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By Kirsten Stokes Before travelers get to the dinner table this Thanksgiving, they’ll face what could be the busiest travel period on record. According to the Transportation Security Administration, agents expect to screen 18.3 million people traveling through airports from Tuesday through Monday, Dec. 2, an increase of approximately 6% from this time in 2023.
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