Preparing children for cold weather
The Northwest Missouri area is expected to experience polar air throughout the next week, leading parents/guardians to ensure that children are well prepared for the temperatures.
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Local florists prepare for Valentine’s Day
One of the many Valentine’s Day bouquets sits in a cooler at Garden Gate Flowers, ready to be given to a Valentine.
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Former Judge John Boeh dies
A mainstay of St. Joseph’s municipal court who served as both a prosecutor and judge for decades has died. Former Judge John Boeh, 72, died on Feb. 5 in St. Joseph. He served as municipal court judge for 21 years until he retired from the bench in 2021. Before being elected judge, Boeh was the
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St. Joseph Museums updates Civil Rights exhibit
The St. Joseph Museums finished renovating its Civil Rights exhibit for Black History Month by highlighting additional figures and expanding on notable events from the era.
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Awareness brought to teen dating violence in February
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, couples are a focus. But young people are being warned relationships aren’t always flowers and heart-shaped candy boxes. February marks Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, calling attention to physical, sexual and emotional abuse within youth relationships. Digital abuse is also a common form of teen dating violence. According
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Northwest presents Dracula Comedy
Northwest Missouri State University presents “Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors” play loosely based on the vampire tale. This is a 90-minute play with five actors portraying over 20 characters. The play runs at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 21 and at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22 in the Studio Theater at the Ron Huston
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Last chance to sign up for Albrecht-Kemper Valentine’s dinner
The Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art is hosting a Valentine’s dinner this Friday, Feb. 14, and Wednesday is the last day to secure a spot. The event is scheduled at 6:00 p.m. this Friday evening featuring a cash bar with special mixed drinks, a art talk with Director Eric Fuson, and a menu created by Chef
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Officials investigating after dead puppies found in suitcase
The St. Joseph Animal Control and Rescue is investigating the suitcase of dead puppies found last week at a local convenience store. Senior Animal Control Officer Steve Norman confirmed that three dead puppies were found in a suitcase behind Speedy’s convenience store, located at 2728 Messanie St. on Friday, Feb. 7. “We’re unsure how long
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Savannah School District contractor pleads guilty to three federal financial felonies
Anthony S. Moon pleaded guilty to three federal counts, including theft from a program receiving federal funds, wire fraud and theft from an employee benefit plan, which were filed by the United States Attorney for the Western District of Missouri in late January.
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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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