Demolition begins on Aquatic Park slides, lap pool in St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Demolition crews are moving forward on the removal of two longstanding and out-of-service features of the St. Joseph Aquatic Park.
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Officials provide prevention tips ahead of open burning season
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) – With open burning season inching closer, fire officials have tips to keep the burning under control.
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Community Action’s Head Start program awarded $1.18 million in funding
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Nutrition services will be updated at Community Action Partnership of Greater St. Joseph (CAPSTJOE), thanks to funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Senior Services.
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See St Joseph: Boo Bash, Fall Festival, ‘All Hallow’s Eve’
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — If you’re looking for some fall fun, you’re in luck, because this weekend is packed with Halloween-themed events for the whole family. Grab your capes, candy bags, and calendars because it’s time to See St. Joseph!
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Missouri Biologist explains stink bug prevalence
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Halyomorpha halys, also known as the stink bug, is an invasive insect that originated from Asia.
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City official, business owner share takeaways from QR code feedback system
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — It’s been a little over a week since the City of St. Joseph launched its new means of residents providing informational feedback.
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Soybean farmers caught in the middle of U.S-China trade war
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Soybean farmers are once again feeling the impact of U.S.-China trade tensions.
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School Board meeting brings financial discusssions, literacy development, project timeline to the table
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Following a public hearing, the St. Joseph School District Board of Education met Monday at Benton High School to go over a few important items on their agenda.Â
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Chamber invites small business owners, employees to annual summit
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce will host a Small Business Summit to provide small business owners and employees with different resources for success.
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Benton Basketball Coach named MSHSAA Coach of the Year
COLUMBIA, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) announced its 2024-2025 Coach of the Year award winners.
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Appeals court upholds judge’s ban of Missouri abortion rules
A Missouri judge’s decision to strike down numerous state laws that restricted abortion access can stand, a panel of judges ruled Tuesday morning.
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Missouri man executed for the fatal shooting of a state trooper in 2005
By JUAN A. LOZANO and JOHN O’CONNOR Associated Press BONNE TERRE, Mo. (AP) — A Missouri man who long maintained his innocence was executed Tuesday for the fatal shooting of a state trooper more than 20 years ago. Lance Shockley, 48, was pronounced dead at 6:13 p.m. following a lethal injection at the state prison
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Continuum of Care in search for 2026 board members
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Continuum of Care for Homeless Services (CoC) is calling for new 2026 general membership members and board members.
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St. Joseph landfill nets over 145 tons during latest Fall Clean Sweep event
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — City officials reported a successful and largely routine week of waste disposal for this year’s Clean Sweep at the Sanitary Landfill, a big rebound for the facility after overcoming a year filled with capacity concerns.
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Western District Missouri Court of Appeals hears four cases at MoWest
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University hosted the Missouri Court of Appeals, Western District, Tuesday.
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Community weighs in on future of St. Joseph schools at public hearing
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Board of Education public hearing is set for 5:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 13, in the Benton High School auditorium. Â
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Council OKs study for Farleigh Terrace signal project, grant filing for John Lucas Park renovations
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — City officials are laying the groundwork for potential upgrades to a well-known Midtown park with the help of a $500,000 state grant on Monday’s City Council agenda, one of several agenda items including a traffic signal study for a busy Frederick Avenue intersection.
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Animal shelter offers advice on how the community can help with overcrowding
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Animal Shelter is currently at full capacity, and has seen a rise in pets coming through the shelter over the years.
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High school organization hosts blood drive
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â Area donors were able to donate blood at an annual FFA blood drive Monday at Savannah High School.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce’s Shop St. Joseph Holiday Program is just around the corner and businesses can now sign up to participate.
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Local museum shares history of Native Americans on Indigenous Peoples’ Day
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â Every second Monday in October, the United States celebrates Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
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Columbia College launches tuition program for military students amid government shutdown
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) — As the federal government shutdown nears the two-week mark, Columbia College is stepping in to support military students by launching a tuition assistance program.
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Cole County judge sides with Ryan Ferguson, awards additional $1.3 million
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) — A Cole County judge ruled last week that a Columbia native, whose murder conviction was overturned, is owed an extra $1.3 million in his lawsuit against two insurance companies.
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Fire investigator provides update on Friday’s residential structure fire
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Fire Department is working the scene of a structure fire Friday evening on North 24th Street.
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Kris and Kates is set to close for the season on Sunday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Kris and Kate’s ice cream parlor is wrapping up the season for this year on Oct. 12, Sunday. With colder weather on the way, the team will be taking a break until next summer — when the pink cone will be back serving up your favorite treats once again.
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The Lucky Tiger celebrates reopening with sale and fresh fall finds
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A longtime favorite for vintage fashion lovers is celebrating a milestone, and a comeback.
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Week 7 High School Football Matchups
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Week 7 of high school football saw some dominating wins and big losses for teams from around the area.
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New nonprofit emphasizes dignity for those in need
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A new nonprofit in St. Joseph is partnering with other local organizations to provide resources for those in need of support.
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Court of Appeals coming to MoWest
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Area residents will get a unique opportunity to see the legal system in action at Missouri Western State University in St. Joseph.
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Local group forms committee to challenge two-high school model
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — We the People 3 Schools is a new political action committee (PAC) raising concerns about a key part in the St. Joseph School District’s long-range plan.
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