Bridal Show relieves wedding season anxiety
Many bridal parties attended Sunday’s Bridal Show, hosted by Andrea’s Sweet Occasions, to meet vendors and shop for wedding supplies.
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St. Joseph residents participate in ‘HANDS OFF!’ protest
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph residents gathered at the sidewalks along the intersection of the Belt Highway and Frederick Ave. on Saturday to peacefully protest against President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk.
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Voices of Courages gears up for Child Abuse Prevention Month
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As part of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Voices of Courage Child Advocacy Center is spearheading a series of powerful community initiatives aimed at raising awareness about child sexual abuse and equipping families with essential tools to protect children from harm.
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Triumph donates to language development
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Triumph Foods is donating $25,000 to the St. Joseph School District – its third of four annual donations totaling $100,000. The funds will support multiple programs, including the ELD program, which provides interpretive services, community resources, and cultural support for students and families from other countries or who speak
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Benton High School set to perform “Puffs — The Play”
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Benton High School’s theatre department will present “Puffs — The Play” beginning next week. The show will be performed at Benton’s auditorium at 5655 S. Fourth Street, at 7 p.m. each night from April 10 through 12. Tickets are $8 for adults and $3 for students and can be
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From local high school courts to MIAA: Luke Scheidecker returns to St. Joseph
Fast forward to just a week later, and the room was filled once again, this time to introduce the university’s 11th head women’s basketball coach, Luke Scheidecker.
For Scheidecker, the moment felt full circle. A native of Smithville, Missouri, he had the opportunity to return to his roots. Director of Athletics Andy Carter was intrigued by his success, even before he needed to make a call to fill a coaching vacancy. Once there was an opening, Carter picked up the phone instantly, making Scheidecker his first call.
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One injured in crash near Belt Entertainment
Local police, fire and EMS crews responded to a crash Friday along North Belt Highway.
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Open conversations can be the best defense against juvenile drug overdoses
It’s easier than ever for a child or teenager to access life-threatening drugs like crystal meth, cocaine, heroine and opioids like fentanyl, and it’s up to parents and guardians to be the barrier between their kids and an accidental overdose. According to a KFF analysis, in 2023, 539 adolescents died from a fentanyl overdose. These
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Former Board member raises concerns for Prop 2 bond measure ahead of election day
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As the April 8 General Municipal Election inches closer, one former School Board member is expressing concerns about the impact of the Prop 2 bond measure. Ken Reeder, a candidate for a seat on the St. Joseph School District Board of Education, has been the only candidate who doesn’t
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Cordonnier reflects on career on final day with fire department
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Firefighting for the city of St. Joseph is a family tradition for retiring Fire Chief Kenny Cordonnier. The Cordonnier firefighting lineage in St. Joseph dates back to 1958 when Kenny’s father, Lawrence “Tink” Cordonnier, began his career with the St. Joseph Fire Department. “”Throughout the country, you’ll
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Bull riding tour finals come to St. Joseph
The Amped Up Pro Bull Riding Tour returns to Civic Arena in Downtown St. Joseph this weekend.
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Allied Arts Council kicks off annual donor campaign
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Allied Arts Council is hosting its annual Arts Fund Campaign to support its seven funded agencies that bring the arts to St. Joseph. Whether it’s the latest symphony performance, an award-winning musical or educating kids on the magic of the theatre, the Allied Arts Council is asking the
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Skate shop reopening in new Downtown location
Devil’s Island Skateboard Co. is opening for the first time at its 114 S. 8th St. location on April 5th to coincide with the Downtown Wine & Beer Walk.
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Local 8-year-old donates savings to ‘help the babies’ at Safe Haven Baby Box
SAVANNAH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A student from Andrew County, 8-year-old Noah Noland, donated his savings to Savannah’s Safe Haven Baby Box.
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Chris Coy tosses complete game as Benton wins third straight
Clouds hung low over Hyde Park on Thursday evening as Benton crossed the road to face Class 5’s St. Pius X, a team eager for revenge after last year’s state tournament loss. Despite a late push from the Warriors, the Cardinals held firm for a 2-1 win, marking their third straight victory.
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Live organ donations can save time and increase transplant success
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Many people think of organ donation as something that occurs after the death of the donor; however, live organ donations are on the upswing in the U.S.Last year, over 7,000 people donated live organs and tissue, saving tens of thousands of lives. Missouri tissue and organ registry coordinator Ian
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MWSU associate professor receives Governor’s Award
Dr. Evan Elizabeth Hart is the 2025 recipient of the Missouri Governor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching.
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Officials address dangers of Belt Highway speeding for motorcyclist
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Since 2023, a motorcycle fatality has occurred along the Belt Highway each year, and St. Joseph police are taking note of the cause. As a member of the St. Joseph Police Department’s Traffic Unit, Sgt. James Tonn knows more than he’d like to about the devastating impact of a
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Stuber Health thanks Life Changers with luncheon
Thursday’s LifeChangers luncheon served as a way for the Social Welfare Board to thank the community as well as encourage further assistance through donations and volunteering.
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Buhman receives courthouse appointment in Andrew County
SAVANNAH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Andrew County has a new circuit clerk. Tannah Buhman of St. Joseph has been appointed to the post by Gov. Mike Kehoe Buhman had been serving as the interim circuit clerk after a year as deputy court clerk. She previously worked as a patient care representative for Mosaic Life Care
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Alabama Street/Route 59 intersection project delayed again
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A major intersection improvement project planned for south St. Joseph will now begin in late April. Improvements at U.S. Route 59 and Alabama Street originally scheduled for April 1 have now been delayed until Monday, April 21, due to pre-construction utility work in the area. The $8.3 million project
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Vital statistics for April 4
Marriage applications Luis Gomez Gomez, 30, and Giselle Gonzalez Lima, 28, both of St. Joseph. Steven Reid Campbell, 41, and Kristina Marie Woodrich, 35, both of St. Joseph. Angel Luis Laboy Maisonet, 46, and Skiler Witnie Kretzer, 31, both of St. Joseph. Dylan Wiley Ezzell, 28, and Mary Nicole Jaurigue, 29, both of St. Joseph.
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Arrests for April 4
Arrests reported March 26 to April 1 Aaron Todd Briggs, 46, 823 S. 11th St., warrant for failure to appear in court. Aaron Douglas Clark, 41, 2844 Angelique St., warrant for failure to appear in court. Jesse Clarence Morgan, 44, 1115 Lafayette St., warrant for failure to appear in court. Corey Steven Maher, 41, 3511 St.
Continue Reading Thefts and Vandalism for April 4
Thefts reported from March 24 to March 31 2217 Oak St., vehicle theft at residence/home. 4201 N. Belt Highway, items stolen at grocery/super market. 3515 Gene Field Rd., items stolen at residence/home. 137 N. Belt Highway, items stolen at department/discount store. S. 10th St./Garfield Ave., items stolen at parking lot/garage. 1710 Pacific St., burglary at
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Deeds of trust for April 4
Deeds of trust reported from March 27 to April 2 Alan Vassmer, Kylie Vassmer to Leaderone Financial Corp., Paradise Lake Estates Phase 1 LT 8 $231,000. Rene Barrios to Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp., Eastern Extn LT 15 LT 16 Blk 64 $191,468. Matthew Johnston, Jane Johnston to Nodaway Valley Bank, 4 57 35 PT SE
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Housing Authority clearing land for low-income housing
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The planned demolition of a mobile home park will clear the way for low-income and fair market housing. St. Joseph Housing Authority staff are seeking funding to demolish a mobile home park across from the organization’s office at 2902 S 36th St. “Our goal is not only to
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Theatre students headed to state
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Lafayette High School’s theatre department is taking its one-act play to state.
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YMCA gears up to host Pedal for the Pool
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The final push to reach the goal of $15 million for a public aquatic facility is on. The YMCA is planning a Pedal for the Pool fundraiser to bring in some of the remaining money needed to build the facility at 3601 N. Village Drive. “We’ve had so much
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Pony Express mail service’s 165th anniversary celebration begins
The Pony Express National Museum at 914 Penn St. is celebrating the 165th anniversary of Pony Express rider Johnny Fry leaving the stables on April 3, 1860.
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Behavioral Health Urgent Care Clinic reports increase in clinic usage
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Family Guidance Center for Behavioral Healthcare has seen a notable uptick in patients at its urgent care clinic. The Behavioral Health Urgent Care Clinic at 4906 Frederick Ave. is nearing its second year of operating since launching in March of 2023. Roughly 1,300 individuals have received treatment for
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