SJSD considers implications of open enrollment proposal
Missouri HB 711 would establish transfer procedures to nonresident districts for students in public schools, or ‘open enrollment’ across the state.
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City manager job open in Maryville
Maryville, Missouri, is looking for a new city manager. City Manager Greg McDanel has submitted his resignation after 13 years of service, and March 7 will be his last day. City officials cited millions in grant funding secured, expanded public-private partnerships and enhanced quality-of-life initiatives as highlights of McDanel’s tenure. “It has been the honor
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Winter storm could lead to midweek mess
A small disturbance could bring up to an inch of snowfall to St. Joseph Monday night, but the bigger story is a storm coming Tuesday night into Wednesday. A winter storm watch is in effect for Northwest Missouri and Northeast Kansas ahead of a second round of winter weather. The watch begins at 9 p.m. on
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Bond project update, open enrollment discussed at school board work session
The St. Joseph School District Board of Education met for its monthly work session. Some items discussed were updates for the ongoing district bond project that’s covering costs for repairs at multiple facilities and the District’s Comprehensive School Improvement Plan (CSIP) updates. “Every single month, you’ll see the CSIP updates…” said SJSD Superintendent, Dr. Gabe
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Hillyard Technical Center hosts district competition
186 students from seven different trade schools competed in a skills competition at Hillyard Technical School on Monday. The school hosted the Northwest District Skills USA competition, where students can compete and showcase different skills they’ve learned during their time in trade school. Students competed in areas such as: carpentry, advertising and design, nurse assisting, welding
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KinderClub offered at local schools Tuesday evening
Students starting kindergarten in the fall and their families are invited to a special readiness program Tuesday evening. The United Way’s KinderClub will be offered from 5 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 11, at each St. Joseph School District elementary school. The program for children who will be in kindergarten during the 2025-26 school year and their
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Line dance lessons offered by arts organization
The Performing Arts Association has an opportunity for those who want to brush up on their line dancing skills. The organization is offering classes from 7 to 9 p.m. on Mondays beginning Feb. 17 at Time-Out, 3414 S. 22nd St. The cost is $5 a person and can be paid at the time of the classes.
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A tailgate love story: local couple meets through Chiefs passion
Jay and Jen Martin met while attending Chiefs tailgate parties in 2003. Since, the two have gotten married, had a son and cheered on their favorite team every year.
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Children’s science event returns to Missouri Western
Super Science Saturday returned to Missouri Western State University on Feb. 8 to help teach kids about science.
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SJSD begins sidewalk project
Sidewalks will get repaired or put in at Pickett and Parkway elementary schools; Spring Garden Middle School to be surveyed.
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Valentine’s Day party for adults at inspireU Children’s Discovery Center
The inspireU Children’s Discovery Center, located at 521 Felix St., is hosting an adults-only Valentine’s Day event on Feb. 14.
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Puppy Bowl returns to River Bluff Brewing
For the third year, Friends of the St. Joseph Animal Shelter are teaming up with River Bluff Brewing to host the annual Puppy Bowl.
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Fireworks shop opens in anticipation of Chiefs Super Bowl win
PJ’s Fireworks, located at 20830 State Highway K opened its doors on Friday, Feb. 7 and will be open through Sunday, Feb. 9 for eager Chiefs fans. This is the first time the store will be open on Super Bowl Sunday.
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SJPD investigates building collapse at Tenth, Patee streets
The St. Joseph Police Department is investigating a building collapse on the corner of 10th and Patee streets that happened on Monday evening, Jan. 27. Assistant Fire Chief, Jamey McVicker told News-Press NOW on Tuesday, Jan. 28, the protocol for when they first arrived on the scene. “We had a regular response, which is about
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Hazel’s Downtown hosts book swap
St. Joseph residents exchanged books and their love for reading Sunday afternoon at the book swap hosted by Hazel’s Downtown.
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Underserved communities focus of high-speed internet access efforts
The need for reliable internet is becoming essential for accessing health care and employment opportunities as well as education.
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Catholic Charities raffling off a Super Bowl trip for two
Those who didn’t purchase tickets to the Super Bowl still have a chance to go, thanks to a raffle by Catholic Charities of Kansas City-St. Joseph. A $100 donation on the Catholic Charities website qualifies donors for a prize package to New Orleans for the game. The package includes Super Bowl tickets and roundtrip airline
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Emergency management invites community to weather spotting training
The National Weather Service for Kansas City and Pleasant Hill, Missouri, the Buchanan County Emergency Management Department and the St. Joseph Emergency Management Department are hosting the weather spotting training at 7 p.m. on Feb. 13 at Grace Calvary Chapel, located at 5103 S. 50th St.
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Rescinded funding freeze still raises concerns for non-profits
While the initial threat of a funding freeze for nonprofits receiving federal aid has been rescinded, social service agencies in St. Joseph are keeping a cautious eye on the situation. Local nonprofit leaders told News-Press NOW most people do not realize the important gap that federal funds fill alongside the generosity of individuals and businesses.
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Businesses allow employees to wear Chiefs gear ahead of Super Bowl LIX
Many businesses in St. Joseph are allowing employees to wear Kansas City Chiefs attire to work this week ahead of Super Bowl LIX.
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United Way discusses accomplishments of 2024, looks to 2025
The United Way of Greater St. Joseph met on Thursday to discuss the accomplishments of the organization from 2024, as well as looking to what they want to achieve in 2025.
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Community invited to celebrate at African American Read-In
The African American Read-In will take place at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 23, at the Rolling Hills Library located in the Belt Branch’s upper story, 1906A N. Belt.
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Minions visit St. Joseph libraries
In honor of Take Your Child to the Library Day, a special guest visited St. Joseph.
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Local entrepreneur celebrates business anniversary
Le Peep is celebrating its first anniversary of new ownership, although Leslie Burris is no stranger to the business world of St. Joseph. In 2011, Burris won the Steven L. Craig School of Business’s entrepreneurship program at Missouri Western State University and took ownership of a Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory location in Iowa. Since winning
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Agency focusing on teaching needed life skills
Pivotal Point patrons watch as Open Door Food Kitchen Executive Director Katie Burris teaches them how to cook a homemade meal.
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Cup of Joe program celebrates 10th anniversary
A local entrepreneurial program is celebrating its 10th anniversary.
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Local boys teams hold strong in latest Missouri high school basketball rankings
Bishop LeBlond’s Jacob Winkelbauer goes up for a basketball against St. Joseph Christian on Tuesday at Bishop LeBlond High School.
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Event aims to help fathers and daughters have fun together
A local business is offering a fun opportunity for fathers and daughters to connect.
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A bond proposal showing up on the April 8 municipal election ballots would allow voters to deny or approve a 60 cent tax increase.
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Missouri Western officials negotiating return of Chiefs training camp
Efforts are underway to ensure the Kansas City Chiefs return to St. Joseph for training camp in the coming years. The team, which is preparing for its third consecutive Super Bowl appearance after having won the last two championships, has come to Missouri Western State University’s campus to prepare for the NFL season since 2010.
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