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Long-awaited Maple Leaf Skatepark opens to huge fanfare in St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Riders are wasting no time putting St. Joseph’s new state-of-the-art skatepark to the test. Developers with skatepark specialist Spohn Ranch have all but finished construction of the $450,000 Maple Leaf Skatepark, located at 1942 Mapleleaf Boulevard, with some of the first skateboarders and bike riders already taking to the
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Financial planner encourages patience as ‘volatile’ markets affect 401(k) plansÂ
A wealth advisor with Gertsema Wealth Advisors said paying attention to a 401(k) balance is important, but it may not be beneficial to react immediately to the latest developments during volatile times in the stock market.Â
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Tracking possible strong storms tonight: rain chances continue later this week
Tracking possible strong storms tonight: rain chances continue later this week
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Chavez sworn in as St. Joseph’s new municipal judge
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â Veteran local prosecutor Laura Chavez was officially appointed to serve as St. Joseph’s next municipal judge. St. Joseph City Councilmembers voted unanimously during a special council meeting Tuesday to appoint Chavez, a city prosecutor for the last 10 years, to the open position. Chavez was sworn in by both Buchanan
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Tracking scattered rain and t-storm chances
Mostly sunny and warm conditions Tuesday afternoon will give way to scattered thunderstorms Tuesday night across Northwest Missouri and Northeast Kansas. An active pattern will ensue, with numerous chances for showers and storms through the middle and later half of the work week. A 30% chance of isolated t-storms will develop after 5 PM Tuesday,
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Tracking rain and t-storm chances through the week
A mild, dry, and mostly clear Monday evening will give way to isolated thunderstorm chances by Tuesday evening. Rain and t-storm chances will continue through mid to late week as an active pattern settles into the region. Clear skies and upper 60s Monday afternoon will give way to a few passing clouds after midnight. Lows
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Tracking a rainy Easter evening: sunshine returns tomorrow!
Tracking a rainy Easter evening: sunshine returns tomorrow!
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2025 tornado tallies: A look at the numbers so far
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Spring tornado season started out with a bang for parts of the Midwest and deep South this year. From January to early April, the Storm Prediction Center has tallied at least 473 preliminary tornado reports across the United States. That’s well above the historical average of 266 twisters through
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Tracking widespread showers and a few strong storms are possible tomorrow
Tracking widespread showers and a few strong storms are possible tomorrow
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Tracking cool and rainy Easter weekend
Tracking cool and rainy Easter weekend
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Tracking spotty showers tomorrow: widespread rain Easter Sunday
Unfortunately, Easter weekend in St. Joseph isn’t looking as sunny and warm as the weather we enjoyed this past week. A cold front passed through the area this morning, dropping temperatures significantly. We started the day in the low 70s, but we’ll continue to see temperatures in the mid-50s over the next few hours. Tonight,
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Tracking late-week rain chances, and a cool-off
Dry, warm, and breezy conditions will prevail across Northwest Missouri and Northeast Kansas Thursday evening, as a low pressure system tracks well north of the area keeping any risk for strong to severe thunderstorms along and north of the Iowa border. Overnight lows will only fall into mid to low 60s late, with south winds
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Albrecht-Kemper opens undergrad exhibit
The Juried Undergraduate Exhibition will feature artwork from university and college students nationwide.
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Tracking toasty temperatures and mostly dry skies: rain chances return tomorrow evening
This morning, moderate rainfall produced about a tenth of an inch of precipitation in St. Joseph. As we move through the rest of the day, it will be warm and windy. Southerly winds will move into the area, sustaining between 15 and 25 mph, keeping temperatures toasty this afternoon. Highs will reach the mid-80s. Tonight,
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Tracking thunderstorms this morning: drying out this afternoon
Widespread rainfall and thunderstorms began this morning and are expected to taper off later in the morning. Storms still have the potential to produce heavy rain, gusty winds, and sizable hail. Conditions will dry out by the mid-morning, and southerly winds will sustain between 15 and 25 mph. These winds will help keep temperatures warm
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Tracking scattered t-storm chances
A warm, breezy, and dry Wednesday evening will give way to a 40% to 60% chance of scattered thunderstorms late tonight through early Thursday morning. Some storms may produce small hail, heavy rain, and gusty winds. Temperatures overnight will fall into the low 60s with southerly winds at 15 to 20 mph. Mainly dry and
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$10,000 grant assists animal rescue effort
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A local animal rescue is getting a boost thanks to a grant from a charitable organization. The Mary Margaret Hodgin Fund of the Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri has given $10,500 to M’Shoogy’s to purchase new kennels. M’Shoogy’s, based in Savannah, rescues injured, abandoned and abused dogs and cats
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From six to sixty-six: Benton’s speech and debate team is becoming a powerhouse
What began as six students and one relentless coach has grown into Benton High School’s nationally recognized speech and debate team, now 66 members strong. Armed with state titles, national qualifications, and life-changing confidence, the team continues to raise the bar each season.
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Tracking midweek warmth and scattered t-storm chances
Clear skies and seasonably cool temperatures will make for a quiet Tuesday evening across Northwest Missouri and Northeast Kansas. Northwest breezes at 10 to 15 mph will slack off after sunset, with overnight lows falling into the low to mid 40s after midnight. Breezy conditions and warmer temperatures will arrive Wednesday afternoon, with highs in
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St. Joseph School District Foundation holds19th Annual ‘Tribute to Teachers’ Banquet
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Foundation honored local educators at a banquet Tuesday evening. The 19th Annual Tribute to St. Joseph Teachers and Staff Banquet will highlighted the Teacher of the Year, Support Person of the Year, Innovator of the Year and Apple Seed Grant recipients. “This is actually
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Vision grows for Robidoux Hotel as City Council shows support for $60 million plan
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Local elected officials signaled their approval of a plan to help finance two state-of-the-art hotels and a new conference center on Frederick Avenue, with new designs showing the scale of the proposed facilities. Councilmembers on Monday approved a resolution of intent to issue $60 million in industrial revenue bonds to
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Youth Alliance hosting Children’s Fair
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Youth Alliance’s annual Children’s Fair is taking place on Tuesday at the St. Joseph Civic Arena to help kids develop a love for reading. The event included entertainment, interactive stations, book-themed activities and more. The morning session started at 9 a.m. with an evening session beginning at 5:30
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Tracking a cool and dry early week
Partly cloudy, breezy, and seasonably cool conditions will continue across Northwest Missouri and Northeast Kansas Monday evening. Low 60s early Monday evening will fall into the 40s and upper 30s late Monday night and early Tuesday morning, with clearing skies and northwest winds at 10 to 20 mph. Abundant sunshine will prevail on Tuesday, with
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Pet Pals: St. Joseph Animal Shelter highlights sweet dog ‘Cheyenne’
April 14, 2025 Pet Pals
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Tracking a seasonable start to the week
Tracking a seasonable start to the week
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Tracking a seasonable start to the work week
Mostly sunny skies and above average temperatures Sunday afternoon will give way to a cool-off Sunday night, as a cold front traverses the region. An increase in cloud cover and a 20% chance of showers will accompany the cold front Sunday night and Monday morning, along with northwesterly breezes at 15 to 25 MPH. Low
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Tracking toasty temperatures Sunday: seasonable again next week
Tracking toasty temperatures Sunday: seasonable again next week
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TownePlace Suites planning $7.5M hotel on North Woodbine Road
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Plans are in motion for the development of a new $7.5 million TownePlace Suites hotel at 1401 N. Woodbine Road. TownePlace Suites, a Marriott-operated hotel brand, is eyeing a four-story building with 129 rooms, a breakfast area, a fitness area, an indoor pool and an outdoor patio. The hotel
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