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St. Joseph Museums displays local artist’s work for Juneteenth

June 11, 2025 11:40 am Chris Fortune

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A local artist’s work is being featured in the St. Joseph Museums as part of the celebration leading up to Juneteenth.

Ramps to close for scrub seal project

June 11, 2025 11:22 am Crystal Olney

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Motorists will need to seek alternates routes as the Missouri Department of Transportation is set to close ramps on Route 36 as part of an ongoing project.

Maryville names Heiland as new city manager

June 11, 2025 11:02 am Cameron Montemayor

MARYVILLE, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Maryville’s top administrator will officially remove the ‘interim’ from his title moving forward.

Mini-golf event being held to support local nonprofit

June 10, 2025 1:07 pm Crystal Olney

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — There is still time to register for InterServ’s Miniature Golf Tournament happening this week.

Juneteenth committee of St. Joseph presents ‘Our Town’

June 10, 2025 12:25 pm Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Juneteenth celebration events will kick off this weekend in St. Joseph, with a performance of ‘Our Town’ taking center stage.

City transit temporarily switches to fixed routes

June 10, 2025 11:58 am Crystal Olney

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph Transit switched to fixed routes only starting Tuesday, June 10.

United Way donors providing fans to help combat warmer temperatures

June 10, 2025 12:19 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — United Way of Greater St. Joseph and its donors are providing fans to people in need as the summer heat starts to take effect.

Mosaic announces partnership with Goats football

June 10, 2025 11:34 am Crystal Olney

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Mosaic Life Care is now the official health care provider for the St. Joseph Goats Arena Football team. In a Facebook post on Monday, Mosaic shared that it will provide physician coverage to all Goats players during home games at Civic Arena in St. Joseph. “This partnership is a

Lake Contrary weed treatment begins

June 10, 2025 10:32 am Chris Fortune

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — After a 24-hour delay, a Buchanan County contractor was able to take on the task of spraying weeds at Lake Contrary.

Mothers Against Drunk Driving partners with Reed Chevrolet to end impaired driving

June 10, 2025 10:00 am News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Kansas City is partnering with one local car dealership for a Test Drive Event aimed at ending impaired driving.

City holds hearing on proposed sewer rate hike, OKs 5-year Capital Improvement Plan

June 9, 2025 11:57 am Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The City Council Chamber was largely quiet on Monday as St. Joseph held a public hearing on proposed sewer rate increases that could occur in 2025 and 2026. Community members were invited to participate in the public hearing that preceded Monday’s City Council meeting. St. Joseph resident Steve Jones

Safety concerns close local shooting range to public use

June 9, 2025 6:44 pm News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri Department of Conservation announces the indefinite closure of shooting ranges at Pigeon Hill Conservation Area to the public.

MWSU Track & Field head coach ready to move forward

June 9, 2025 3:46 pm Kyle Schmidt

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University reinstated the Track & Field program after ‘new information and a new level of support’ came forward.

Local singer wins Life 88.5 contest

June 9, 2025 4:19 pm Kirsten Stokes

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Molly Rodriguez, with her passion for sharing the gospel and hope to inspire the younger generation, has won the Life 88.5 radio contest.

Board of Education reviews budget and job descriptions

June 9, 2025 3:32 pm Charles Christian

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Board of Education will meet at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, June 9, at Troester Media Center to continue preparation for the 2025-26 academic year.

Next Taste of United Way event announced

June 9, 2025 2:22 pm Crystal Olney

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Reservations are open for the United Way of Greater St. Joseph’s Taste of United Way event coming up on Monday, June 23.

Buchanan County Jail introduces tablets for inmates

June 9, 2025 12:33 pm Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Buchanan County Jail has started rolling out tablets to inmates as part of a new initiative to improve communication.

CMU, NCMC solidify ongoing partnership at signing event

June 9, 2025 11:32 am News-Press NOW

TRENTON, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Officials with Central Methodist University and North Central Missouri College signed concurrent enrollment and articulation agreements at an event on May 28.

Annual Sculpture Walk returns for its 12th year

June 9, 2025 10:42 am Crystal Olney

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Allied Arts Council is set to host its yearlong outdoor sculpture exhibit with new additions in Downtown St. Joseph.

Friends of Krug Park to host Park-a-Palooza

June 9, 2025 10:00 am News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One annual St. Joseph summer staple is back with free admission and fun for the whole family.

Local nonprofit leader’s new book encourages discussions about mental health

June 8, 2025 10:00 am Charles Christian

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Local nonprofit leader Demetrius Chance’s new book uses the difficult experiences and lessons in his own journey to encourage mental health.

Local boy competing in national Jr. Ranger program

June 7, 2025 10:00 am Charles Christian

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — 11-year-old Brycen White’s love of nature could result in $20,000 for college, thanks to the Jr. Ranger program, hosted by TV host and biologist Jeff Corwin.

Artist speaks out after client scammed by fraudulent tattoo page

June 8, 2025 12:19 pm Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A local tattoo shop is warning the public about fraudulent social media accounts after a client was scammed out of money for tattoo services.

MWSU announces reinstatement of Track & Field programs

June 7, 2025 2:46 pm Kyle Schmidt

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — In a Saturday press release, Missouri Western State University announced the reinstatement of its men’s and women’s track and field programs. The press release said, “Overwhelming community support leads to the programs’ return.” “Given the dedication of our student athletes and their success in competition and in the classroom,

Former Arkansas police chief who escaped from prison has been recaptured, sheriff’s office says

June 6, 2025 6:00 pm CNN Newsource

(CNN) — Grant Hardin, the one-time Arkansas police chief who escaped from prison where he was serving sentences for murder and rape, has been recaptured, according to the Izard County Sheriff’s Office.

Missouri House releases special session schedule

June 7, 2025 11:00 am News-Press NOW

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri House of Representatives has announced the schedule for its special session next week in Jefferson City.

Friends of the Animal Shelter seeking survey participation

June 8, 2025 11:00 am News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — After launching its ‘Spay It Forward’ program, the St. Joseph Friends of the Animal Shelter is seeking survey participation to help determine community need.

Missouri eyes free college tuition for public safety personnel and dependents

June 6, 2025 3:40 pm Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — New legislation headed for the governor’s desk would provide free tuition in Missouri for a wide-range of public safety personnel if approved, a new tool designed to address staffing shortages and boost recruitment. Senate Bill 71, sponsored by Sen. David Gregory, R-St. Louis, would provide college tuition awards for

Animal shelter, Petco team up for free adoptions

June 6, 2025 2:15 pm Crystal Olney

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Friends of the Animal Shelter of St. Joseph and the animal shelter announced an adoption special set for Saturday, June 7.

Missouri Senate passes stadium funding bill

June 5, 2025 11:00 am Chris Fortune

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri Senate passed three bills overnight for disaster aid, economic development and stadium funding projects.