KINDNESS Saint Joseph raises money and spirits
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.
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Emergency crews respond to two-vehicle crash
Emergency crews respond to two-vehicle crash around 9 p.m. on Friday, March 28.
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MSHP identifies deceased suspect in officer-involved shooting
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
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St. Joseph man charged in federal indictment
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
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Andrew County group plans free upcoming events
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
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St. Joseph native becomes Sentinel guard
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
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Whiskey, cigar festival takes place Friday
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.
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Investigation underway following officer-involved shooting; police identify one in custody
A person was killed in an officer-involved shooting in St. Joseph Thursday morning.
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Local man wins award for contributions to Water Protection
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.
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SJSD looks to implement “Portrait of a Graduate” for 2025-2026 school year
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.
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Open Burn season begins Tuesday
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
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FlyTech pilot school experience benefitting students and instructorsÂ
A local pilot academy based at Rosecrans Memorial Airport recently graduated its second pilot as it closes in on a year of operating.Â
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KINDNESS Saint Joseph kicks off Saturday
The KINDNESS Saint Joseph event is meant to foster and encourage kindness in the community.
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SJPD investigating possible hit-and-run
The St. Joseph Police Department is investigating a possible hit-and-run.
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Bishop LeBlond opens soccer season with shutout win over Benton
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.
Continue ReadingTNA Wrestling takes over Civic Arena in preparation for events
Preparations are underway to get the Civic Arena ready to rumble.
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Occupants shaken up after shot hits salon
A local business is cleaning up after having a window shot out Thursday morning.
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Man killed in officer-involved shooting
The St. Joseph Police Department are working a scene involving multiple suspects in the 2500 block of Mitchell Ave.
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U.S. 36 bridge construction taking place in Brown County
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.
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Centennial celebration highlights renowned local artist
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
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Drug Strike Force installing fencing at building
Local law enforcement is working on facility updates to gain more privacy and deter loitering.Â
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Reconstruction project for Highway 59 and Alabama pushed back to April 7
Due to pre-construction utility work, an improvement project for U.S. 59 and Alabama Street has been delayed again.
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MWSU president speaks at Public Affairs Coffee event
MWSU president, Elizabeth Kennedy spoke at a Chamber of Commerce Public Affairs Coffee event.
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Summer camp offered for young inventors
Families can sign kids up now for a summer camp aimed at sparking their curiosity.
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Choral Experience set for first performance
A new choral group in St. Joseph is making plans for its debut concert.
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Season finale symphony performance set for April 19
Tickets are on sale for the Saint Joseph Symphony’s final show of its 65th anniversary season.
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Community Missions 24-hour shelter opening soonÂ
Community Missions at 700 Olive St. recently announced the upcoming opening of its 24-hour shelter that has been in the works for months. Â
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Northwest Missouri Republican Club hosts school board forum
Candidates (from left to right) Jennifer Kerns, Brian Kirk, Kim Miller, James Mrkvicka, Kenneth Reeder and Cassandra Veale participate in a Missouri State Teacher’s Association candidate forum at the Troester Media Center.
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Remington Nature Center upgrading sidewalks
The Remington Nature Center is planning some upgrades.
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Parents as Teachers to provide a class for expectant parents
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Expectant moms and dads have a new resource, thanks to the Parents as Teachers program. The group will host a monthly learning series called “Bump to Baby” beginning on Thursday, May 8. The classes will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Mark Twain Elementary School, 705 S.
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