Downtown building torn down Thursday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A former religious book store in Downtown St. Joseph was demolished after officials deemed the building unsafe.
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Missouri governor open to redrawing Missouri congressional seats
Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe said Thursday that he’s interested in “making sure America’s voice matches Missouri’s values” in Congress as the debate continues over whether Republican-heavy states should redraw their U.S. House maps.
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Chiefs host exclusive training camp day for season ticket holders
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — It was a VIP experience for some of the Kansas City Chiefs’ most loyal fans.
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See St. Joseph: Bowling, classic cars and a people’s market
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph residents looking for something fun to do this weekend will find a range of events designed to bring the community together, from bowling for a cause to live music, vintage cars and shopping.
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St. Joseph Christian eyes new era with $10 million expansion project nearing the finish line
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A multi-million dollar expansion effort for St. Joseph’s largest private school is quickly rounding into form on Gene Field Road.
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Backpacks to be distributed at Salvation Army
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Backpacks for students will be distributed on Thursday at the Salvation Army center.
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Buchanan County R-IV ‘Proposition K.I.D.S.’ passes in August Special Election
BUCHANAN COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Voters passed a proposition for Buchanan County R-IV schools during a Special Election on Tuesday, Aug. 5.
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Rain, rain, go away! Chiefs Training Camp moved inside due to powerful storms on Wednesday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Chiefs fans were not happy when staff members announced fans had to evacuate MoWest’s campus during Chiefs Training Camp on Wednesday due to lightning in the area.
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St. Joseph program is building homes and futures
ST. JOSEPH, MO (News-Press NOW) — Young adults with the YouthBuild program at Youth Alliance are continuing to work to turn a St. Joseph structure into a home.
Continue ReadingYWCA St. Joseph collecting school supplies to support shelter kids
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) –The YWCA of St. Joseph is collecting school supplies through Thursday, Aug. 14 to help provide confidence and excitement to children staying in its shelter and heading to school.
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Fans look forward to first preseason game
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Wednesday was the final training camp practice open to the public ahead of the Chiefs’ first preseason game.
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Benedictine Living Community continues free summer concerts
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Residents, family members and community members can enjoy a free country music concert on Tuesday, Aug. 12, as part of the Benedictine Living Community’s “Summer Nights Live” concert series.
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Army sergeant shot 5 fellow soldiers at Fort Stewart, official says
FORT STEWART, Ga. (AP) — An Army sergeant opened fire at Fort Stewart on Wednesday, shooting five soldiers and prompting a brief lockdown at one the country’s largest Army bases, officials said.
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InspireU to hold Back-to-School Bash
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The inspireU Children’s Discovery Center is holding a Back-to-School Bash, featuring fun activities for kids.
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Over 70 starving, neglected horses rescued from ‘devastating conditions’ on rural Colorado property
FRANKTOWN, Colo. (KRDO) – More than 70 horses found starving and in urgent need of veterinary care on a rural Colorado property – including foals and some likely pregnant mares – have been rescued, thanks to a joint effort between law enforcement and a Colorado animal shelter.
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National Wellness Month encourages focus on health and self-care
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As summer hits its peak, the month of August also brings a timely reminder to focus on personal well-being.
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‘I’m just a rookie at the end of the day’: Jalen Royals looking to break through into the starting wide receiver group.
ST JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The energy Jalen Royals brings to training camp every day has been noticeable by coaches, fans and his colleagues on the field.
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Route AC bridge over U.S. Route 36 to close for repairs
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Buchanan County Route AC bridge over U.S. Route 36 is scheduled to close on Monday, Aug. 18. The closure comes as the Missouri Department of Transportation will be repairing the bridge deck. The bridge will be closed until Thursday, Aug. 21, and motorists will need to seek an
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Pizza Shoppe hosts fundraiser for local family devastation
ST. JOSEPH, MO (News-Press NOW)– One local restaurant is providing assistance for a family who experienced devastation last month.
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Salvation Army holding backpack stuffing for back to school preparation
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As the school year approaches, local organizations are helping stuff backpacks for students of all grades.
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Chiefs Fans flock to training camp for selfies, signatures and season hopes
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Kansas City Chiefs Training Camp is buzzing with excitement — and fans in red are showing up in full force.
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SJPD hosts National Night Out
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The community is invited to Civic Center Park on Tuesday, Aug. 5, for this year’s National Night Out, an annual event promoting police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie.
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Missouri Theater sidewalk to receive repairs
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The sidewalk outside of the Missouri Theater will be closed for a little over a week to receive repairs.
Continue ReadingLocal organizations call for nominations for the Kelsy Beshears Racial Justice Award
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The YWCA of St. Joseph, St. Joseph NAACP and Missouri Western State University are calling for nominations for the Kelsy Beshears Racial Justice Award.
Continue Reading Lunch and Learn event helps caregivers with burnout
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — An upcoming free lunch and learn event at Benedictine Living Community in St. Joseph will help caregivers prevent burnout.
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How a Missouri driver helped design the ‘Fastest Short Track on the Planet’
Tucked in America’s heartland is a 7/8 mile oval in the middle of a cornfield, dubbed the “Fastest Short Track on the Planet.” Despite being located in the hills of Newton, Iowa, its origins have ties to the Show-Me State.
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City Council OKs new pickleball complex by Corby Pond, animal shelter donation and tech upgrades
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Construction of a new $796,000 pickleball complex by Corby Pond and funds for ongoing work on a new animal shelter received the green light from City Councilmembers.
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MU professor weighs in on Sen. Hawley’s tariff rebate proposal
A new bill introduced by Sen. Josh Hawley could provide American families with rebate checks worth thousands of dollars, using revenue generated from tariffs under the Trump administration.
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One woman is dead after being ran over by a Freightliner on I-29
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One woman is dead following a vehicle vs. pedestrian accident in the southbound lane on Missouri Interstate 29 early Sunday morning.
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City of St. Joseph launches program to target abandoned and illegally parked vehicles
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The City of St. Joseph is rolling out a new safety initiative aimed at addressing illegally parked and abandoned vehicles left on public streets.
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