YMCA gives projected timeline for indoor aquatic facility
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The YMCA pool project, over a year in the making, now has tentative dates the community can look forward to.
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Volleyball tournament remembers Savannah Domann, gives back to local youth
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — More than three years after the tragic death of a Mid-Buchanan volleyball coach, her family continues to honor her legacy through an annual volleyball tournament and scholarship fund.Â
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No injuries reported in mobile home structure fire Friday morning
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Fire Department is still investigating the cause of a structure fire that engulfed one mobile home at a trailer park near South 36th Street and Pickett Road Friday morning. No injuries were reported in the fire according to Battalion Chief Mike Wacker. The fire occurred at
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Animal Services moves to new online licensing system for pets
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph residents may have noticed procedure changes when licensing their pets as the city recently moved to a new online program.
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What we know about the countries on Trump’s travel ban list, and how many people will be impacted
(CNN) — A sweeping new travel ban on citizens from a dozen nations was announced by the White House on Wednesday, reviving a defining effort from the first Trump administration to crack down on entries from specific countries.
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MSHP releases bus inspection results
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri State Highway Patrol released the results of its 2025 school bus inspections. Most the school districts received high ratings.
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Local Downtown bar to close
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One local Downtown bar has announced “one last toast” as it prepares to close its doors.
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News-Press NOW’s Kirsten Stokes takes part in Miss Kansas competition
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — News-Press NOW Anchor and Multimedia Journalist, Kirsten Stokes, will be competing in the Miss Kansas competition on Saturday, June 7.
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Local dry cleaning business to hold grand re-opening
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — After a fire broke out and almost 10 months of renovations, one local business is holding its grand re-opening on Thursday.
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Noyes tennis courts to close for upgrades beginning Monday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Local tennis players will need to seek a new playing spot for the next month while the Noyes Tennis Courts undergo a large resurfacing and light replacement project.
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Recent study shows Kansas City Chiefs ranks second in risk of having counterfeit merchandise
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A recent study conducted by InGame found the Kansas City Chiefs rank second in the risk of fans purchasing counterfeit merchandise.
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Missouri Senate backs aid for tornado victims and Kansas City Chiefs and Royals
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Missouri senators on Thursday approved a plan to provide over $100 million in aid for tornado-ravaged St. Louis and authorized hundreds of millions of dollars worth of incentives to try to persuade the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals to continue playing in Missouri in new or improved stadiums.
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Remington Nature Center hosts stormwater control facilities training
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Remington Nature Center is holding a training session for owners of stormwater control facilities.
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Man suffers minor injuries in hit-and-run
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A man suffered minor injuries in a hit-and-run two-vehicle accident around 12th and Edmond Streets Wednesday.
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Northwest Missouri Democrat Days events announced
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Buchanan County Central Democratic Committee is sponsoring the annual June Northwest Missouri Democrat Days, as it returns after a hiatus due to COVID-19.
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ROTC instructor sues SJSD over firing
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A former ROTC instructor who was fired in 2024 has filed a discrimination lawsuit against the St. Joseph School District.
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Planning Director Clint Thompson no longer employed by City of St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â One of the longest-tenured officials at City Hall is no longer in the fold after more than 25 years on the job.
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Kansas City’s ‘Heartland Men’s Chorus’ to perform in St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Kansas City Heartland Men’s Chorus will come to St. Joseph to celebrate its 40th Anniversary with regional performances.
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Buchanan County EMS program aims to tackle paramedic shortage
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Buchanan County EMS paramedic program is helping trainees succeed while also easing emergency service staffing shortages.Â
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See St. Joseph: burning energy, raising funds
The Ignite 5k raises funds for the Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Joseph.
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Paint project gives Civic Arena first-ever exterior makeover
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Painting crews are making headway on a long-awaited exterior makeover for St. Joseph’s premiere Downtown indoor venue, the first in its 45-year history.
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Registration open for Madam President Camp
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph Quorum Initiative announced registration is open for the city’s third Madam President Camp to teach young girls leadership skills.
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See St. Joseph: festivals, fairs and performances
The Dance Arts Center is celebrating 40 years at the “40 and Fabulous” dance recital.
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Missouri’s Free Fishing Days beginning this weekendÂ
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Adventurous Missouri residents who are interested in trying fishing without having to shell out money for a permit are in luck this weekend.
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SJSD School Board president announces run for State Representative
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph School District Board of Education President Latonya Williams has announced she is running for District 10 State Representative in the next election.
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St. Joseph Area Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2025 announced
The St. Joseph Sports Commission announced its St. Joseph Area Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2025 on Tuesday, with its usual 10 individuals and one team as part of the class. The inductees for this year’s class include: Bob Boyles, powerlifting champion and personal trainer; Rob Calloway, professional boxer known as the “All-American Prize
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Former powerlifting champion inducted into St. Joseph Sports Hall of Fame
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Sports Commission held a press conference releasing the names of individuals inducted into the St. Joseph Sports Hall of Fame.
Continue Reading The Dance Arts Center to celebrate 40th Anniversary with ’40 and Fabulous’ recital
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Dance Arts Center is celebrating its 40th season of teaching dance with its ’40 and Fabulous’ recital on Friday, June 6 and Saturday, June 7.
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Chamber of Commerce to begin ‘Young Professionals’ information sessions
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce has launched a new series of informational sessions for emerging leaders.
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Juneteenth Planning Committee to put on production, “Our Town”
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Juneteenth Planning Committee will present the production of Our Town by Thornton Wilder to celebrate the holiday.
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