Property tax statements hit the mail with potential mistakes
BUCHANAN COUNTY, Mo. (KQTV) — As property tax statements hit the mail, taxpayers are noticing mistakes with their bills.
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Second Harvest expects high turnout at Turkey Registration amid government shutdown
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) —Â Second Harvest Community Food Bank is expecting a high turnout at its 15th Annual Turkey Day Registration event.
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City finalizes field of candidates for St. Joseph mayor, city council primaries next February
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — City officials have confirmed the full field of candidates vying for mayor, city council and municipal judge in next year’s elections.
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St. Joseph announces time and date for 2025 Veterans Day Parade
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The courage and patriotism of those who served in the armed forces will be honored once again through the streets of St. Joseph.
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Trial date set in NAACP lawsuit challenging new Missouri congressional map
A Cole County judge will review another redistricting lawsuit Dec. 15, following what was supposed to be the first redistricting trial Monday.
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Krug Park moves into the holiday season
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Krug Park Drive is now closed as the park transitions into the holiday season.
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Chaddy’s debuts new cafe at Buchanan County Courthouse
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Hot and fresh food is back once again at the Buchanan County Courthouse.
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Judges order the Trump administration to use contingency funds for SNAP payments during the shutdown
BOSTON (AP) — Two federal judges ruled nearly simultaneously on Friday that President Donald Trump’s administration must to continue to fund SNAP, the nation’s biggest food aid program, using contingency funds during the government shutdown.
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Vital Statistics for Oct. 31
Marriage applications Joben Matthew Phillips, 24, and Grace Elizabeth Davis, 23, both of St. Joseph. Ryan Christopher Page, 48, Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Tyann Renee Heald, 43, St. Joseph. Shannon Lee Johnson, 52, and Brae Jean Walrod, 45, both of St. Joseph. Jordan Lee Smith, 30, and Tyra Leigh Parsons, 35, both of St. Joseph.
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Deeds of trust for Oct. 31
Deeds of trust reported from Oct. 23 to Oct. 29 Jordan Eggman to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., Rocket Mortgage LLC, Chatham Nickell Extn LT 99 $228,779. Billy Daffron to Commerce Bank, Shaw and Kilbys Add LT 22 Blk 7 $15,000. Linda Rowlett to Primelending, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., Karnes Road Estates LT 29
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City unveils plan for new stage, remodel of Coleman Hawkins Park next spring
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — After much time and planning, parks officials have finalized the new vision for one of Downtown’s top venues for shows and festivals.
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Missouri Department of Conservation explains importance of managed deer hunts
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â The Missouri Department of Conservation offers managed deer hunts, aimed at guiding new and seasoned hunters through the tradition.
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Federal Reserve cuts key rate as government shutdown clouds economic outlook
By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER – AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate Wednesday for a second time this year as it seeks to shore up economic growth and hiring even as inflation stays elevated. “Job gains have slowed this year, and the unemployment rate has edged up but remained
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Missouri says WIC program will continue in November despite shutdown
Special benefits for low-income mothers are safe for now, despite the ongoing federal shutdown, the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services announced Wednesday.
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City exploring ways to help St. Joseph residents if SNAP funding freezes Saturday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — City officials announced during Tuesday’s City Council meeting that they will explore options to help residents if funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program freezes due to the government shutdown.
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Food bank offers recommendation for potential suspension of SNAP benefits
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — “The well has run dry,” according to the United States Department of Agriculture, when talking about food stamps.
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Supreme Court to rule on Trump Tariffs as small businesses and consumers feel the strain
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to weigh in on the legality of President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs, small business owners in St. Joseph say they’re already feeling the economic pressure.
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Marriage applications Connor Scott Peek, 22, Savannah, Missouri, and Allison Marie Jones, 22, St. Joseph. Joseph Andrew Borton, 42, and Alejandra Alicia Cazares, 38, both of Stewartsville, Missouri. Phillip Leonard Leimbach, 30, and Burgundee Leeanna Farr, 28, both of St. Joseph. Justin Riley Shuman, 33, and Abigial Ruth Fanning, 32, both of St. Joseph. John
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Deeds of trust for Oct. 24
Deeds of trust reported from Oct. 20 to Oct. 24 Tessa Bonsignore to Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp., EASTERN EXTN LT 9 PT LT 10 BLK 54 $225,834. Mark G Wascher Jr, Andrea M Wascher to Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp., DONNELL AND SAXTONS ADD PT LTS 4 5 BLK 1 $162,000. Mark Wascher Jr, Andrea Wascher
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St. Joseph preps launch of new emergency operations center, a situation room in times of disaster
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Housed beneath St. Joseph’s newest fire station on Mitchell Avenue lies the future home base for emergency coordination in the event of a disaster.
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Persisterhood conducts meeting to discuss local health concerns and more from guest panelists
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — At the local Rolling Hills Library from 6 to 7:30 P.M. on Wednesday, Oct 22, The Persisterhood of St. Joseph gathered to discuss local and national issues. The main topic of their discussions tonight revolved around the local health concerns in Northwest Missouri and the impacts of the Trump administration.
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City provides update on John Lucas Enhancement Project
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The City of St. Joseph Parks and Recreation held a public meeting last week regarding the John Lucas Enhancement Project.
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City to mail new bi-annual newsletters to all residents starting in November
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Local residents will see the first in a new series of magazine-like newsletters delivered to their mailboxes starting this year.
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Health Department releases November open burning guidelines
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As November approaches, City officials are reminding residents to follow guidelines for open burning.
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Phil Welch stadium renovations ahead of schedule
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The ongoing renovations at Phil Welch Stadium are ahead of schedule.
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Rosecrans Memorial Airport to undergo two construction closures
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Rosecrans Memorial Airport is set to undergo two construction closures.
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Missourians fear losing SNAP benefits, as federal government shutdown continues
Millions of Americans could lose access to essential food assistance in November as the federal shutdown drags on. That number includes more than 700,000 Missourians.
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Renovations on tap this year for Bode Ice Arena, starting with new roof
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW)Â — Parks officials are set to kick off the next step of a multi-million dollar renovation effort for the 50-year old Bode Ice Arena, starting from top to bottom.
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City initiative aims to lower crime in College Hill Park neighborhood
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A Community Safety Fair, courtesy of the City of St. Joseph, will be offered for residents in the College Hill Park neighborhood over the weekend.
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Widespread sidewalk repairs underway at Civic Center Park
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Pedestrians taking their next stroll through Civic Center Park will see new and improved sidewalks and walking surfaces.
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