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Elected officials gathering with community at Tuesday evening social
By Leah Rainwater The local business community met with elected officials at a special event on Tuesday night. Leaders from the St. Joseph School District, City of St. Joseph, Buchanan County, the Missouri House of Representatives and the Missouri Senate attended the Elected Officials Social. The recently re-elected Buchanan County Western District Commission was in
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Downtown coffee shop to close next month
By Ashley Luthans Owners of Toe Beans Coffee House say they will be closing on Sunday, Dec. 29. The coffee shop at 114 S. Eighth St. has been open for two years. In an online post, the owners cited a lack of traffic as the reason for closing the business. The post said all events
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District officials share strengths and areas of improvement from past end of course exams
By Jazmine Knight St. Joseph School District officials are sharing some impressive scores from this past fall’s end of course exams. “At the beginning of the year, we do assessments in our EOC tested areas for the high schools and also Algebra I in eighth grade,” said Dr. Ashly McGinnis, assistant superintendent of academics. The
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Holidays bring Downtown activities
By Ashley Luthans A multitude of activities in Downtown St. Joseph aim to spread cheer this holiday season. Events kick off on Saturday, Nov. 30, with the annual Downtown Lighting Ceremony at Coleman Hawkins Park at Eighth and Felix streets. Live music, Mayor John Josendale, Santa Claus and more will be present at the event.
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3 snack lunch ideas your family will love this holiday season
By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Creating lunches for your kids every day can be challenging, but as the holiday season approaches, life can get even more hectic, making this daily task seem daunting. While the holiday season is a stressful and busy time of year, it’s still possible to assemble balanced, nutritious lunches your kids
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Ron Hook wins Buchanan County Western Commissioner race
By Kyle Schmidt A Monday recount for the Buchanan County Western Commissioner race shows Democratic incumbent, Ron Hook retaining his position. Hook ended with a final vote count of 7,869, a 25 count lead ahead of his Republican opponent, Everett Goddard Jr. During the count, ballots were run through the machine the same way they
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Mosaic Life Care Board of Trustees member named ‘Trustee of the Year’
By Leah Rainwater A member of the Mosaic Life Care St. Joseph’s Board of Trustees was honored at the Missouri Hospital Association’s 102 Annual Convention on Monday in Kansas City. Serna Naylor was named Trustee of the Year for her service to both Mosaic Life Care and Mosaic Medical Center- Albany. “Serena Naylor is a
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SJSD to discuss attendance updates, long-range plan
By Jazmine Knight The St. Joseph School Board gathered for another school board meeting Monday night. Starting off strong with recognitions, the district honored Raider cadets that completed the JROTC National Ranger Challenge. Following that, the district recognized George Willoughby as a Cross Country Class 5 State Medalist and the Benton High School Cross Country
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Reading Adventure program sparks imagination in kids
By Kirsten Stokes Those who enjoy reading and have an hour a week to spare are being asked to join the United Way on an adventure. Volunteers with the United Way Reading Adventure program visit local elementary schools once a week to read to children to help develop their skills. Jodi Flurry, director of community
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Expectant parents: 6 reasons to learn your baby’s gender earlier
By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Few experiences compare to the excitement of finding out you are pregnant and the anticipation of your growing family. Along with natural concerns about the childbirth process and health of your child, you have many other questions and curiosities. What will your baby be like? Will your child resemble one
Continue ReadingPolarizing election brings mental health fallout
By Kyle Schmidt A heated election season has people feeling plenty of emotions now that a winner has been declared. Some are elated by the results. “We were very excited when we saw Trump get ahead,” Bella Mahone said. “I kept waking up in the middle of the night checking the poll. I got up
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Noyes Home for Children prepare for upcoming holidays with fundraisers
By Leah Rainwater As the holiday season approached, the Noyes Home for Children shared their plans to fundraise throughout the season. In the past, donations, monetary or otherwise that were collected during the holiday season typically went toward helping with operational costs, food and the needs of families. “We have our annual Holiday Open House
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Two charged in Midtown shooting
By Chris Fortune A man and woman have been charged with second-degree murder in connection with the deadly shooting on Sunday at North 20th and Jules Streets. Brian M. Helm, 36, and Melanie L. Myers, 23, were charged in connection with the shooting death of Dustin Allen Graham, according to St. Joseph Police Department Capt.
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Therapy dogs visit the community
By Ashley Luthans On Saturday morning, the Pony Express therapy dogs visited Hazel’s Coffee. There are 21 dogs involved in the Pony Express therapy dog program, and some of them came out to the coffee shop to bring joy to the community. Molly Stewart, a board member with the organization, shared more about what the
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Operation Christmas Child gears up for National Collection Week
By Jazmine Knight A collection effort next week will help make Christmas brighter for children all around the world. Operation Christmas Child is sponsored by Samaritan’s Purse and is a program where people take a simple shoe box and turn it into a gift for kids all around the world. “Anyone can pack a box,”
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St. Joseph’s legacy of family run businesses continues
By Charles Christian Though passing down the family business has become more difficult, St. Joseph and surrounding communities still have multi-generational family businesses that dot the landscape. The Conway Center for Family Business notes that around 30 percent of family-owned businesses make the transition into the second generation however, only about 12 percent will be
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Law enforcement, fire crews respond to a structure fire Friday evening
By Leah Rainwater St. Joseph law enforcement and fire crews responded to a structure fire at 807 N 10th Street. The call came in around 7 p.m. on Friday evening. There were no injuries reported and fire officials have not identified the start of the fire. News-Press Now will continue to provide updates as they
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Central High School’s FBLA team celebrates American Enterprise Day
By Kendra Simpson Central High School will celebrate the American entrepreneurial spirit this Friday in honor of American Enterprise Day. During lunch, Central’s Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) will host a Trivia and Treats event. Two students, Rudy Habiger and Jacob Orth, will share key aspects of the American economic system by asking trivia questions
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Historic South 20th Street home set to become next local landmark
By Cameron Montemayor One of St. Joseph’s oldest homes built in the late 1860s is in line to be designated as the next local landmark pending approval by elected officials. Located at 1701 S. 20th St., the two-story home owned by Joseph Pfeiffer holds a unique place in St. Joseph’s history. Members of the St.
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Commissioner race recount to begin Monday
By NewsPress Now A recount for the Buchanan County Western District Commissioner race will take place next week. The count will begin at 8:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 18, according to officials in the Buchanan County Clerk’s office. Unofficial results from the county show Democratic incumbent Ron Hook with a narrow 23-vote lead over Republican Challenger
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Buchanan County moving forward with weed spraying at Lake Contrary
By Chris Fortune Weed treatment will begin at Lake Contrary this month if the weather allows. Buchanan County Commissioners met with a contractor for the aerial herbicide over a video call Friday morning to discuss the possibility of spraying this year and other details. Jason Hammock with Hammock Flying Service will deploy the aerial herbicide
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MWSU hosts grand opening for Houlne Center
By Jazmine Knight Missouri Western State University and North Central Missouri College gathered to celebrate the ribbon cutting of the new Houlne Center for Convergent Technology on Friday. The 20,000-square-foot laboratory provides practical and applied learning in industries such as skilled manufacturing, construction and innovative service technologies. “This has been a two to two and
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Vital statistics for Nov. 15
By NewsPress Now Marriage applications Owen Travis Mayotte Sr., 47, and Charis Noel Flowers, 50, both of St. Joseph. Ramos Marquez Carlos, 50, St. Joseph, and Mekelle Lynn McBee, 43, Atchison, Kansas. Jacob Nainoa Kaiu Han Shipley, 29, and Megan Scout Jones, 30, both of Junction City, Kansas. Derrick Jerome Williams, 34, and Amanda Mae
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Deeds of trust for Nov. 15
By NewsPress Now Deeds of trust reported from Nov. 7 to Nov. 12 Brian Schaefer, Karla Schaefer to Royal United Mortgage LLC, Bel Nor Estates LT 10 $184,000. Ralph Cannella, Christine Cannella to JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Greystone Plat 7 LT 194 $52,900. Taylor Koelzer to Pennymac Loan Services LLC, Myrna Manor North LT 47
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Arrests for Nov. 15
By NewsPress Now Arrests reported Nov. 5 to Nov. 11 Travis Allen Stewart, 36, no address provided, warrant for failure to appear in court. Cordell Donielle Brewer, 36, 3306 Mitchell Ave., warrant for failure to appear in court. Tyrone L. Armstrong, 42, no address provided, warrant for failure to appear in court. Jacob Michael Urrutia,
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Restaurant inspections for October 2024
By NewsPress Now ARAMARK CAMPUS DINING, ARA-EINSTEINS 4525 Downs Dr. Blum Union No violations. ARAMARK CAMPUS DINING, ARA POD 4525 Downs Dr. Blum Union No violations. ARAMARK CAMPUS DINING, STARBUCKS 4525 Downs Dr. No violations. BARBOSAS EAST 4804 Frederick Ave. Critical: Employees must wash their hands after using the restroom/changing gloves/changing tasks. Food-contact surfaces must
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Thefts and Vandalism for Nov. 15
By NewsPress Now Thefts reported from Nov. 2 to Nov. 9 1817 S. 10th St., vehicle theft at residence/home. 1602 S. 22nd St., items stolen at residence/home. 6209 King Hill Ave., items stolen at commercial/office building. 45 E. Hyde Park Ave., burglary at residence/home. 238 Illinois Ave., items stolen at parking lot/garage. 2420 Frederick Ave.,
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