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SJSD provides update on land purchase planning for new high school

March 31, 2025 5:07 pm Leah Rainwater

The circles area shows where the SJSD Board of Education looks to purchase potential land for a new high school.

Residents across St. Joseph urged to join spring clean-up

March 31, 2025 4:47 pm News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A local group is encouraging community members to engage in clean-up activities across St. Joseph during April. Organizers with Beautify St. Joseph hosted a 12-block clean-up event in Downtown during the weekend and are asking the public to help with additional efforts all month long. “Our mission this year

Animal Shelter holding period changes

March 31, 2025 3:50 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Pet owners may want to check the St. Joseph Animal Shelter quickly if a pet goes missing. A bill recently approved by the St. Joseph City Council shortens the holding period for unclaimed and impounded animals. The shelter is now moving from a 10-day holding period to five business

Proposed house bill focuses on school safety

March 31, 2025 10:10 am News-Press NOW

HB 416, sponsored by Rep. Brenda Shields, R-St. Joseph, includes multiple provisions, such as requiring schools to adopt a comprehensive emergency operations plan to be shared with first responders, requiring schools to have bleeding control kits, and equipping interior school doors with anti-intruder locks and exterior doors with bullet-resistant window film.

Hantavirus case serves as reason for caution

March 31, 2025 11:24 am Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Hantavirus has been in the news following the deaths of a noteworthy couple, and with many beginning spring-cleaning efforts around their homes, there is reason to be vigilant about working in areas that may house rodents. Betsy Arakawa, the wife of star Gene Hackman, was found dead in February

City honors Benton’s historic season with proclamation

March 31, 2025 10:10 am Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph city leaders proclaimed March 31 as “Benton Cardinals Recognition Day” in honor of both boys and girls basketball squads reaching the state championship game this season. City leaders awarded the proclamation at Monday’s City Council meeting with various players and coaches in attendance, recognizing the teams for

KINDNESS Saint Joseph raises money and spirits

March 30, 2025 7:29 pm News-Press NOW

The first annual KINDNESS Saint Joseph is the Noyes Home for Children’s newest initiative. The event honors those who spread kindness throughout the community.

Emergency crews respond to two-vehicle crash

March 28, 2025 10:26 pm Leah Rainwater

Emergency crews respond to two-vehicle crash around 9 p.m. on Friday, March 28.

MSHP identifies deceased suspect in officer-involved shooting

March 28, 2025 9:00 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) – The Missouri State Highway Patrol identified the deceased suspect in Thursday’s officer-involved shooting. Brayden M. Robertson, an 18-year-old St. Joseph man was shot during an exchange of fire in an on-foot pursuit Thursday afternoon. Robertson was fatally wounded. During the exchange in gunfire, one officer sustained minor injuries and

St. Joseph man charged in federal indictment

March 28, 2025 8:16 pm News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) – A St. Joseph man was charged in a federal indictment this week with aggravated identity theft and misuse of a social security number. Romero Perez-Bravo has been charged with using a stolen identity to obtain employment and state-issued identification cards since 2009. Perez-Bravo had been fraudulently living and working

Andrew County group plans free upcoming events

March 29, 2025 11:00 am Kyle Schmidt

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Andrew County Health and Safety Coalition is planning programs to help families keep kids and teens off of drugs. “Guiding Good Choices” is a free, six-week free program for parents and teens running from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. every Tuesday at Savannah Middle School. Coalition Coordinator Jessica

St. Joseph native becomes Sentinel guard

March 28, 2025 11:53 am Kirsten Stokes

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A St. Joseph native and military member has earned the position of a Sentinel guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Awarded the 732nd badge since it was first established in 1958, Josh Habeeb is now a Sentinel guard. With a prestigious position like this, his accomplishment was

Whiskey, cigar festival takes place Friday

March 28, 2025 10:27 am News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The third annual Olde Fashioned Toasts and Smokes whiskey and cigar festival is taking place at Castle Bridge Event Center on Friday.

Investigation underway following officer-involved shooting; police identify one in custody

March 28, 2025 4:21 pm News-Press NOW

A person was killed in an officer-involved shooting in St. Joseph Thursday morning.

Local man wins award for contributions to Water Protection

March 30, 2025 1:00 pm News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Billy Nolan, the assistant superintendent of Water Protection in St. Joseph, was given the Operator of the Year award for a large facility through the Missouri Water Environment Association.

SJSD looks to implement “Portrait of a Graduate” for 2025-2026 school year

March 28, 2025 12:28 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) – The St. Joseph School District is looking to use a new method to prioritize and teach the qualities defining future SJSD graduates. A survey was sent out by SJSD, seeking community input in November to get opinions from various stakeholders on the different qualities a SJSD graduate should possess.

Open Burn season begins Tuesday

March 30, 2025 11:00 am Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A biannual event starting this week offers city residents a chance to get rid of yard waste from winter storms. Every year, the city allows open burning of yard waste in the months of April and November. Burning is allowed only between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. All fires

FlyTech pilot school experience benefitting students and instructors

March 28, 2025 11:34 am News-Press NOW

A local pilot academy based at Rosecrans Memorial Airport recently graduated its second pilot as it closes in on a year of operating.

KINDNESS Saint Joseph kicks off Saturday

March 28, 2025 11:43 am News-Press NOW

The KINDNESS Saint Joseph event is meant to foster and encourage kindness in the community.

SJPD investigating possible hit-and-run

March 28, 2025 2:09 am News-Press NOW

The St. Joseph Police Department is investigating a possible hit-and-run.

Bishop LeBlond opens soccer season with shutout win over Benton

March 27, 2025 10:01 pm News-Press NOW

Eagle Stadium at Bishop LeBlond High School was set to host the Golden Eagles’ season opener Monday, but scheduling complications delayed their debut. Four days later, fans finally packed the stands to watch their team take the field fresh off a Class 2 District 8 championship appearance last season.

TNA Wrestling takes over Civic Arena in preparation for events

March 27, 2025 10:44 am Kyle Schmidt

Preparations are underway to get the Civic Arena ready to rumble.

Occupants shaken up after shot hits salon

March 27, 2025 1:45 pm Kirsten Stokes

A local business is cleaning up after having a window shot out Thursday morning.

Man killed in officer-involved shooting

March 27, 2025 11:20 am News-Press NOW

The St. Joseph Police Department are working a scene involving multiple suspects in the 2500 block of Mitchell Ave.

U.S. 36 bridge construction taking place in Brown County

March 27, 2025 3:26 pm News-Press NOW

HIAWATHA, Ks. (News-Press NOW) — Starting on Thursday, March 27, repairs will begin on a U.S. 36 bridge one half mile west of the U.S. 36/U.S. 73 intersection in Brown County, Kansas.

Centennial celebration highlights renowned local artist

March 30, 2025 9:00 am Charles Christian

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The City of St. Joseph is honoring the local artist responsible for two buildings that soon will be celebrating 100 years.Both City Hall and the Missouri Theater will mark their centennials in 2027. Last week, stakeholders got a sneak preview of the art of Waylande Gregory. Gregory (1905-1971), a