By Leah Rainwater Milt Toratti has been writing biographies for veterans since he was 13. With over 150-plus books written and constructed over 69 years, Toratti believes everyone has a story. “Everybody has a story, I don’t care who it is,” said Toratti, a retired army colonel and Vietnam veteran. “Young people today, believe that
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By NewsPress Now Cooler days are making it feel a little more like Christmas is on the way, leading one local agency to announce plans for its holiday assistance program. AFL-CIO Community Services will start taking applications for its annual Adopt-A-Family Christmas Program on Monday, Oct. 28. The agency matches those in need with local
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By Leah Rainwater Literature lovers will have a chance to shop thousands of books for a low price Oct. 17-21 at the Downtown library thanks to the annual book sale through the Friends of the St. Joseph Public Library. More than 10,000 books will be for sale, with paperback books, board games, DVDs and CDs
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By Cameron Montemayor St. Joseph’s growing Hillyard Technical Center will get a boost with American Rescue Plan Act funds approved by city council members on Monday, one of several items included in a packed agenda. Councilmembers unanimously approved a grant agreement to provide $150,000 in ARPA funds for the facility as it works to complete
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By Jazmine Knight The St. Joseph School District continued discussions about a new superintendent at Monday’s board meeting at Troester Media Center. During the meeting, the Missouri School Board Association (MSBA) presented results from a community survey and focus groups. The survey garnered 673 responses from parents, teachers, community members, staff, students and more. “The
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Do you often get a skin rash after you are exposed to an allergen or irritant? Do you also develop breathing problems and stomach issues? Bone or muscle pain? You may want to learn about mast cell diseases. While rare, these diseases are increasingly recognized by doctors. Treatments for these
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – October is here, which means fall is in full swing. It’s a time of year when you can enjoy vibrant fall colors, football season and cooler weather that begs for cozy meals at home and warm comfort foods. But did you know that October is also National Seafood Month? Whether
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By NewsPress Now (Family Features) Although cold weather isn’t directly to blame when you get sick, it creates an environment that makes it easier for germs and illnesses to thrive. In fact, understanding how cooler temperatures affect your chances of getting sick may be your best approach for preventive care. Despite the old adage that
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By NewsPress Now (Family Features) It doesn’t take much for cold and flu symptoms to take over. Even a mild case of the sniffles can make it difficult to navigate the demands of everyday life. It’s virtually impossible to avoid germs altogether, but you can make sure you’re ready to fight off an infection, whether
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Foot ulcers develop in about 15% of the 25 million Americans living with diabetes and are a top cause of hospitalization. These ulcers can lead to serious complications, such as infection and amputation. According to foot and ankle surgeons, there are steps you can take to prevent complications and keep your
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By Leah Rainwater A local woman is using a heart problem she’s had since she was born to help doctors at the Mayo Clinic learn more about the condition and better ways to treat it. Alexis Owens has dealt with Ebstein’s anomaly, a rare heart defect where the tricuspid valve in the heart is improperly
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By Kyle Schmidt With modified renderings in hand, the pursuit for an indoor aquatic facility isn’t over for YMCA officials despite a fundraising extension denial. CEO of the YMCA Tammy Killin has been busy straightening out the budget with the best renderings. “One of the things that we have been actively doing is touring other
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By Kirsten Stokes Planks of wood lie dormant in a garage, but every day, a father-son duo work together to transform them into symbols of encouragement and purpose. The father, Robert, and son, Marty Schnabel started a project in 2016, mailing and delivering handmade crosses all over the country to places like California, New York,
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By Charles Christian Annual November benefits updates can be confusing, but getting advice from an expert can lower the anxiety of making the right selections. In November, most companies and individuals prepare to update their benefits packages for employees. For new employees, and for those new to the process of choosing benefits, the task of
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By Kendra Simpson Like stepping over the edge of a building; that’s the fear that children may face when reaching out for help from abuse or neglect. This is why Voices of Courage hosted Over the Edge 2024, allowing adults to experience a similar feeling. Over the edge is an annual fundraiser for Voices of
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By Charles Christian A former St. Joseph School District Board of Education president has written a new book meant to help organizations achieve harmony. David Foster, who was elected to the school board in 2021 served as president for 2022-23, said the idea of this book came two years ago when he was president of
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By NewsPress Now Candidate biography Mark Schreiber, 68 years old, retired businessman I worked for Westar Energy and its predecessor companies for almost 38 years, beginning as a biologist and retiring in 2017 as the Vice President of Government Affairs. I have served in the Kansas Legislature, representing the 60th House district for four terms.
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By Leah Rainwater Almost 13-year-old Artist Wilkinson has already led an interesting life. From dealing with a complete hearing loss in his left ear to finding out about his mom and grandmother having cancer more than one time, he still perseveres. When is mom and grandma were diagnosed, Wilkinson mentioned feeling worried. “(I felt) Sad
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By Jenna Wilson A full-sized replica of Lewis and Clark’s keelboat with a crew of living-history re-enactors made its way to Atchison, Kansas Friday morning for a three-day stop. A crew of history re-enactors recreated the historic Lewis and Clark expedition in 1803-06, which traveled 121 miles down the Missouri River from Omaha, Nebraska, to
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By Kendra Simpson As the holidays get closer, families may be looking to do photo shoots for holiday cards. Luckily, the Noyes Home for Children is offering family portrait sessions Oct. 12 and 13. For $150, families of all sizes can get a 20-minute time slot with a professional photographer. Each family will receive 12
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By Jazmine Knight An investigation is underway after claims a bus carrying St. Joseph School District students failed to follow its normal route Friday morning. A St. Joseph parent said in a social media post that the bus on route 45 to Eugene Field Elementary made multiple unscheduled stops and was late arriving at school,
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By Kendra Simpson St. Joseph is full of individuals who go out of their way to help better the lives of kids, and the Youth Alliance wants to celebrate those people with the Superstars for Kids award. Every year, the Youth Alliance holds the Superstars for Kids event to acknowledge individuals in the community and
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By Chris Fortune The Missouri Office of Administration cleared up any ambiguity about lake ownership in the county. The Buchanan County commissioners met with the Missouri Office of Administration during a video call on Oct. 7 to clarify its access to state-owned lakes. “The bottom line is the state of Missouri said once the lake
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By Ashley Luthans A new after-school program is being offered by the YWCA for teens ages 12-19 in St. Joseph, providing a large space for teens to relax, learn and meet new people. The Grove, located on the corner of Faraon and Eighth streets, is a program and space for middle and high schoolers to
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By Kendra Simpson The Noyes Home for Children is fostering kindness among St. Joseph kids with a new essay contest and fundraiser. Open to grades kindergarten through 12th in public, private or homeschool, the Kindness Saint Joseph essay contest asks kids and teenagers to write a one-page essay about the kindest person they know of
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By NewsPress Now Marriage applications William Brian Elliott, 53, and Susan Lee Conner, 47, both of St. Joseph. Bryce Harrison Branch, 38, Smithville, Missouri, and Precious Erica Pipe, 34, St. Joseph. Brooke Quinton Wright, 36, Smithville, Missouri, and Amanda Lynn Hux, 34, Faucett, Missouri. Harry Haddler Mejia Martinez, 42, and Joseline De Los Angeles Pineda
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By NewsPress Now Deeds of trust reported from Oct. 4 to Oct. 8 Spencer Carr to Exchange Bank & Trust, St. Joseph Extn LTS 3 4 Blk 11 $110,500. Barbara Reynolds to Creek Woods LLC, Creek Woods Plat 2 LT 48 $181,000. Shannon Johnson to HNB National Bank, 6 56 34 PT West Quarter Corner
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – What’s next for branded content? Branded content is a powerful, targeted way to connect with consumers, aligning your brand with their values. And it’s highly effective. A Nielsen report found branded content produced 86% brand recall. According to the International Journal of Advertising, branded content is 22 times more effective
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By NewsPress Now Thefts reported from Sept. 9 to Oct. 7 3507 Pear St., burglary at rental storage facility. 304 N. 8th St., items stolen at hotel/motel/other temporary lodging. 4213 Frederick Ave., items stolen at parking lot/garage. S. 10th St./Garfield Ave., items stolen at highway/road/alley. 4601 S. Leonard Rd., items stolen at parking lot/garage. 508
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By NewsPress Now Arrests reported from Oct. 1 to Oct. 7 Courtney Lynn Reynolds, 46, 216 W. Hyde Park Ave., warrant for failure to appear in court. Melinda K. Wilshusen, 46, 218 S. 18th St., city charge for driving while suspended or revoked. Clarence L. Roettgen Jr., 57, no address provided, warrant for failure to
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