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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See St. Joseph: celebrating Juneteenth
Juneteenth celebrations will take place from June 13 to June 22.
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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.
Continue Reading 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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Missouri special session focuses on Royals and Chiefs stadium fundingÂ
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Monday’s special session announced by Governor Mike Kehoe last week honed in on funding for the Chiefs and Royals.Â
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St. Joseph mother charged in fatal DWI crash with child passenger
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Charges have been filed against a St. Joseph woman following a wrong-way crash that killed a St. Joseph man in Andrew County.
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New shopping center, senior apartments and restaurant planned for north St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Residents could see a variety of new destinations for shopping, housing and food as part of a multi-million dollar project at the corner of North Village Drive and Rochester Road in north St. Joseph.
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Groundbreaking for St. Joseph Animal Shelter to get underway
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — After decades-long discussions, a project to relocate the St. Joseph Animal Shelter is set to begin this month.
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St. Joseph man dead after jumping off Riverside Road bridge over Highway 36
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A St. Joseph man is dead after jumping off of the Riverside Road bridge over eastbound Highway 36 on Sunday night.
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Man accused of shooting Lee’s Summit police officer in custody
The Kansas Bureau of Investigation stated that, in conjunction with the Ellis County Sheriff’s Office and the Hays Police Department, a Blue Alert has been canceled and Thomas E. Tolbert has been apprehended and booked in Ellis, Kansas, at 4:50 a.m.
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Local jail tightens security amid nationwide inmate escapesÂ
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As inmate escapes make national headlines, Buchanan County authorities are emphasizing their commitment to maintaining strong jail security.Â
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Colorado Springs neighbor says Boulder terror attack suspect lived next door
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – A family in the Cimarron Hills area of Colorado Springs said they recognized the man arrested in Boulder for the attack on Israeli hostage protestors as their neighbor.
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Blue alert issued after Lee’s Summit officer shot
A Blue Alert was issued Monday morning by the Missouri State Highway Patrol after a police officer was shot in Lee’s Summit.
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‘Gnome for Noyes Home’ initiative begins
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Noyes Home for Children announced its 2025 ‘Gnome for Noyes Home’ initiative is beginning for St. Joseph residents and businesses.
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St. Joseph Parks and Recreation kicks off 2025 Parks Passport program
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph Parks and Recreation is inviting families to make the most of their summer with the 2025 Parks Passport program.
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Crash at Cook Road and St. Joseph Avenue sends two to hospital
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Emergency crews responded to a two-vehicle collision near the intersection of Cook Road and St. Joseph Avenue Monday morning, involving a cement truck and a silver SUV.
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