See St. Joseph: floral celebrations and performances
The second annual Apple Blossom 5K will benefit the non-profit, Sisters of Solace.
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St. Joseph License Office sees surge before REAL ID Deadline
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The REAL ID Deadline for Missouri is just one week away and residents could see longer wait times at the St. Joseph License Office. Outside of the St. Joseph License Office, residents have shown up at certain times of the day, aiming to beat the rush. “I tried to
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Missourians targeted by toll text scam — despite state having no tolls
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A surge of scam texts posing as toll payment alerts is hitting Missouri phones, prompting warnings from state officials. According to the Federal Trade Commission, more than 5,200 scam text complaints have been filed by Missourians in 2024 alone, a 26% spike compared to 2023. The messages claim the recipient has unpaid toll
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Fairgrounds board discussing contract to purchase property for livestock showsÂ
Members of the Buchanan County Commission are touring East Buchanan Middle School on Wednesday afternoon and discussing a contract with the district superintendent.Â
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Mayor to give annual State of the City address at Public Affairs Coffee
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Mayor John Josendale will present his annual State of the City address at the St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce’s next Public Affairs Coffee. The event will be held at 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at the inspireU Children’s Discovery Center, located at 521 Felix St. Chamber members
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Benton’s Myles Bachali joins NCMC’s pipeline of local stars
The Benton Cardinals basketball team is coming off a historic 2024-25 season, capturing 28 wins while finishing in second place in the Class 4 semifinals for the first time in 84 years. One of those athletes, senior guard Myles Bachali, will take his winning ways to Trenton, Missouri, where he’ll continue his academic and basketball career at North Central Missouri College.Â
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Missouri Western announces new dean of students
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University has named a new dean of students: Daniel Avegalio.
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Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office joins Kehoe’s ‘Operation Relentless Pursuit’
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As part of Governor Mike Kehoe’s statewide anti-crime initiative, Operation Relentless Pursuit will focus on capturing dangerous fugitives through targeted policing tactics and joint efforts among law enforcement agencies. According to Executive Order 25-02, the strategies employed in this enforcement initiative will include: The designation of full-time Missouri State
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St. Joseph native to make MLB debut
TAMPA, Fla. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph Native, Noah Cameron has been called up to the big leagues. Cameron, a left-handed pitcher who started the season on Kansas City’s AAA team in Omaha, played ball at Central High School and at Central Arkansas. Manager Matt Quartraro said Cameron will start in place of Cole Ragans,
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SJSD School Board approves new administrators for 2025-2026 school year
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Board of Education has approved appointments of four administrators for the 2025-2026 school year. Tom Evans has been appointed the principal of Edison Elementary. Evans previously served as the assistant principal at Oak Grove Elementary since 2021. He began his career in education in
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Missouri Supreme Court rules to uphold paid sick leave law
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri Supreme Court ruled to uphold Missouri’s Prop A bond measure, which supports paid sick leave and an increase in wages. Voters approved the measure in the November 2024 election by 57.6%. Shortly after the election, a petition was brought to the Missouri Supreme Court to overturn the
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Signal project to disrupt traffic on North 22nd Street for several weeks
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Drivers commuting along North 22nd Street across Frederick Avenue will see notable detours lasting for more than a month, starting in May. Starting at 8 a.m. on Monday, May 5, North 22nd Street will be closed on both sides of Frederick Avenue as crews work to upgrade a traffic
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The pride in between the North and South Side
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW)– The Northside and Southside pride, originated from Lafayette and Benton high schools, carries through today and helps give pride to the city of St. Joseph. The third public city school, Central High School has its own kind of pride for those who wear blue. “We didn’t have that northside southside
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MDC working with landowners to preserve Missouri’s natural resources
The Remington Nature Center serves as a local resource to share the wonders of nature, as well as local history with visitors from around the world.
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SJSD looks for community feedback to move forward
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District’s Prop 2 bond measure was not passed by voters in the April 8 General Municipal Election, now SJSD wants to understand the ‘why’. SJSD is asking community members to participate in a brief survey consisting of 10 questions, which will take about two minutes
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SJSD Board of Education begins process to fill board vacancy
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Board of Education announced it will begin accepting applications on Tuesday, April 29 to fill a recently vacant BOE seat. The Board requires all individuals who wish to be appointed, to meet the following eligibility requirements. Be a U.S. citizen Be a voter of
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City eyes sewer rate changes, public hearing set for June
News-Press NOW stormwater sewer is shown on South Eighth Street on Thursday in Downtown
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Severe threat Monday afternoon and evening
Severe Thunderstorm Warning for… Â Â Southeastern Doniphan County in northeastern Kansas…Northwestern Leavenworth County in northeastern Kansas…Southeastern Atchison County in northeastern Kansas…Buchanan County in northwestern Missouri…Northern Platte County in west central Missouri…Southeastern Andrew County in northwestern Missouri… * Until 845 PM CDT. * At 811 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near
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Council OKs key grant for water plant upgrade, funds for sewer repairs
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Upwards of $3 million in funds to upgrade the city’s Wastewater Treatment Facility and various sewer main lines received the green light from City Council on Monday. Councilmembers unanimously approved an ordinance to accept a $2.1 million grant from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the blower replacement
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SJPD responds to shooting, resulting in moderate injuries
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Police Department was dispatched to the intersection of Calhoun and N. 23rd Streets in response to a residential shooting. Officials told News-Press NOW that one person was sent to Mosaic with moderate injuries to the pelvic area. Detective Jeff Pearl said the incident was contained to
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Kansas City firefighter-paramedic dies after being stabbed; woman charged
KMBC By Nick Sloan Click here for updates on this story KANSAS CITY, Missouri (KMBC) — A Kansas City firefighter-paramedic has died after being stabbed by a patient during a medical transport early Sunday morning, city officials announced. Firefighter-paramedic Graham Hoffman, 29, was critically injured around 1 a.m. while transporting a patient to Saint Luke’s
Continue Reading SJSD hosts board meeting Monday night
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Board of Education held it’s monthly meeting on Monday, April 28 at the Troester Media Center, located at 3401 Renick St. Last month’s BOE meeting covered important topics across the district, including proposed salary schedules, curriculum, and attendance reports. The board also discussed the
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Mayor holds National Day of Prayer Breakfast
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Mayor John Josendale will hold the Mayor’s National Day of Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, May 1. The event is coordinated with the National Day of Prayer, with the Opening Prayer happening at 6:45 a.m. The event will take place at Civic Arena, where local pastors, students and community leaders
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Columbia residents reflect one week after tornado touches down
Euphenie Andre COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) It has been one week since tornadoes touched down across Mid-Missouri, causing damage and teaching some residents important lessons. In Columbia, city officials reported that at least five homes and several buildings sustained damage after a confirmed EF-1 tornado moved through the area. The tornado caught many by surprise, but
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Performing Arts Association of St. Joseph announces new stage name
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Performing Arts Association of St. Joseph has announced it will take on a new name to provide renewed energy within its organization. While the association’s official legal name will remain as the Performing Arts Association of St. Joseph, Inc., for marketing and branding purposes, it will be known
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Central High School presents ‘Night of Jazz’
The St. Joseph High School All Star Jazz Band plays in a Coleman Hawkins Jazz Festival in 2017.
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Beta Beta Beta house of Missouri Western holding plant sale
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University’s national honor society for biology students, known as Beta Beta Beta will hold a plant sale from Tuesday, April 29 to Wednesday, May 1. The fundraiser will be held at the Agenstein/Remington building from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the MWSU’s campus. A wide
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Torpedo bats make their way to Buchanan county
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW)– A record-tying 15 home runs in the first three games for the New York Yankees, brought attention to the wooden bats the club used. The torpedo style bats caught the eyes of many fans. The style eventually made its way to St. Joseph. Co-owner of Walkoff Wood Bat Co. Kevin
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Metaphysical Fair offers spiritual healing and education
The Metaphysical Fair featured several different vendor stations including henna art, readers, crystals and more.
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St. Joseph Goats host luncheon event as season draws closer
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Goats held a private luncheon today at the St Jo Frontier Casino to provide more information about the team and get fans excited for the upcoming season. Goats owner Ted Sweeny and Kansas City Chiefs hall of fame defensive end Neil Smith were among the guest
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