Task force recommends landfill fee increase
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Landfill Task Force approved a recommendation Tuesday to increase St. Joseph Sanitary Landfill rates.
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Ring the bell, not the phone: Lawmakers push for focused classrooms
ST. JOSEPH, MO (News-Press NOW) — A new piece of Missouri legislation, Senate Bill 68, is sparking conversations about the role of technology in classrooms.
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Drivers to see detours from Messanie Street for water line replacement
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Messanie Street will close to traffic for several hours on Thursday and Friday for a water service line replacement.
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Law enforcement supports Special Olympics with fundraising race
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Police agencies came together Tuesday for the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.
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New discount shoe store opens on the South Side
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Residents lined up outside of $10 Shoes N’ Boots for their grand opening at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 20.
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New Buchanan County EMS facility is safer, more spacious
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â Construction is nearly complete on the new Buchanan County EMS facility in Downtown St. Joseph.Â
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Nominations open for 34th Annual Mayor’s Awards for the Arts
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Nominations are now open for the 34th Annual Mayor’s Awards for the Arts, presented by Major John Josendale and the Allied Arts Council.
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Pothole patchers make the rounds across St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — With nearly 40 years under his belt working in St. Joseph’s Street Maintenance Department, stalwart Steve Kendall has encountered nearly every street the city has to offer.
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One dead in multi-vehicle crash on Missouri Route 6
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A 49-year-old woman is dead following a four-vehicle crash Monday on Missouri Route 6, near Bessie Ellison Elementary.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Law enforcement personnel responded to a multi-vehicle crash Monday evening on Missouri Route 6, near Bessie Ellison Elementary.
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St. Joseph Convention & Visitors Bureau reports record-breaking tourism dollars spent
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) reported a record-breaking $237.5 million in tourism dollars spent in 2024.
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Felony charge dropped against Central activities director, David Lau
Collier County, Fla. (News-Press NOW) — During the first day of trial, a felony charge against Central High School activities director, David Lau, has been dropped.
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Masonic Groups unite for Parkway Cleanup
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The four Masonic Lodges of St. Joseph, along with the Moila Shriners, will be lending a helping hand to the community with a cleanup event along the St. Joseph Parkway, stretching from Krug Park to Hyde Park.
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Performing Arts Association to hold “Comedy Wedding” fundraiser
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Performing Arts Association is hosting an immersive theatrical experience where audience members are the guests and everything starts to comedically “fall apart” in different ways. “St. Joe’s Comedy Wedding” will be performed at 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 24 at the Scottish Rite Temple, located at
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Nebraska man injured in Andrew County motorcycle crash
ANDREW COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One man was seriously injured after being ejected from a motorcycle around 11:55 a.m. Saturday on Interstate 29, four miles west of Savannah, Missouri.
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More severe weather pummels the central US as thousands recover from deadly tornadoes
By BRUCE SCHREINER Associated Press LONDON, Ky. (AP) — More tornadoes plowed through the central U.S. on Monday, ripping apart buildings and knocking out power as people from Texas to Kentucky continued to clean up from days of severe weather that killed more than two dozen people and destroyed thousands of homes and buildings. At
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Longtime art teachers bring classes to Downtown St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Hand to Hand Gallery and Studio is more than just an art gallery; it is a place where artists can hone their craft.David and Teresa Harris, longtime art teachers at Missouri Western State University and elsewhere, opened the studio in August of 2024. Since then, the store has displayed
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Summer entertainment and education for the kids
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Summer break is almost here for students in St. Joseph schools, but summer break can bring some unsure feelings when it comes to planning activities and keeping the kids busy.
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Overlay project to begin on Northwest Parkway
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Northwest Parkway will receive an upgrade with an overlay project, as part of the City of St. Joseph’s ongoing street maintenance efforts.
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St. Joseph schools celebrate the class of 2025
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Multiple schools throughout the St. Joseph community held their respective commencement ceremonies today to celebrate the graduating class of 2025. “It’s a great feeling,” St. Joseph Christian co-valedictorian Jackson Cline said. “We’ve been through it for six years now. We worked hard and are really excited for what comes
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Pony Express STOL holds flight competition at Rosecrans memorial airport
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â In an effort to expose more people to flying and aviation, the Pony Express STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing) held a flight competition at the Rosecrans Memorial Airport. Multiple pilots participated to showcase aerial skills and performances. “Prepping for this event is a lot of people don’t know what you
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Prop A repeal awaiting Governor’s signature; how it impacts Missourians
ST. JOSEPH, MO (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph residents are bracing for potential changes as Missouri moves towards repealing Proposition A.
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Missouri Task Force 1 heading to St. Louis after heavy damage, fatalities reported after storms
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)– Missouri Task Force 1 is heading to St. Louis to help with storm damage recovery.
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Clarios celebrating 25 years of community and industry impact
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Clarios St. Joseph Distribution Center will pause operations to celebrate its 25th Anniversary with more than 240 employees.
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New South Side shoe shop allows customers to ‘step into savings’
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One business opening up on the South Side will allow customers to purchase affordable footwear.
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Noah Cameron to start for Royals against Cards
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph native, Noah Cameron, is set to start for the Kansas City Royals on their home turf at 6:10 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, against the St. Louis Cardinals. Cameron, who made his MLB debut against the Tampa Bay Rays at the end of April, assisted in the
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RV travelers encouraged to begin preparations for summer travels
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Whether your recreational vehicle is a lavish $300,000 bus or a smaller livable trailer you tow with your truck, annual maintenance is key to getting the most from your investment.Brian Frazee of Frazee’s RV dealership in St. Joseph, a business that has been part of his family for over
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River Bluff Trails Fest kicks off with outdoor activities
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â On Friday, May 16, outdoor and nature enthusiasts will be able to have their share of activities at the River Bluff Trails Fest.
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Three Pagan’s Motorcycle Club members pleaded guilty for armed assaults against rivals
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Three members of the Pagan’s Motorcycle Club pleaded guilty this week before U.S. District Judge Greg Kays, for their involvement in a series of armed assaults against members of rival motorcycle clubs. Christopher W. McGowen, also known as “Mac”, 41, of Platte City, Mo. pleaded guilty on May 13,
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New transit facility planned for East Hills Library lot space
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — An underutilized parking lot next to East Hills Library is set to become a new-and-improved hub for transit riders.
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