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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Deeds of trust for Oct. 17
Deeds of trust reported from Oct. 9 to Oct. 14 Christopher Dickens, Hollie Dickens to US Bank National Assn., 2 57 35 PT NE Quarter $25,000. The River Church of St. Joseph Inc. to Assemblies of God Loan Fund, Excello Subdiv LTS 18 29 $123,500. Kristy Clifford to Leaderone Financial Corp., 3 57 35 PT NE
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Vital statistics for Oct. 17
Marriage applications Juan Obed Echavarria, 44, and Stacy Marie Reyes, 47, both of St. Joseph. Henry Thomas Hickey, 24, Middletown, Virginia, and Caeli Agnes Haigh, 24, Arlington, Virginia. Loyd Michael Owens, 31, and Christina Gabrielle High, 29, both of St. Joseph. Alyas Laveen Auxier, 26, and Meghan Marie Connolly, 24, both of St. Joseph. Steven
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Group seeking to overturn new Missouri congressional map responds to AG lawsuit
People Not Politicians’ lawyer claims a referendum on the new congressional map passed by the Missouri legislature is protected under state law.
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New law requires Missouri students to participate in active shooter drills
A school safety package that Gov. Mike Kehoe signed into law this year requires students to participate in active school shooter drills starting in the 2026-2027 school year.
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Judge temporarily blocks the Trump administration from firing workers during the government shutdown
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A federal judge on Wednesday temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s administration from firing workers during the government shutdown, saying the cuts appeared to be politically motivated and were being carried out without much thought.
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Attorney general claims referendum on new Missouri congressional map is illegal
Missouri’s attorney general filed a lawsuit Wednesday to stop a vote on a new congressional map passed by the Republican supermajority during a summer special session.
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Demolition begins on Aquatic Park slides, lap pool in St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Demolition crews are moving forward on the removal of two longstanding and out-of-service features of the St. Joseph Aquatic Park.
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Community Action’s Head Start program awarded $1.18 million in funding
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Nutrition services will be updated at Community Action Partnership of Greater St. Joseph (CAPSTJOE), thanks to funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Senior Services.
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City official, business owner share takeaways from QR code feedback system
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — It’s been a little over a week since the City of St. Joseph launched its new means of residents providing informational feedback.
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Soybean farmers caught in the middle of U.S-China trade war
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Soybean farmers are once again feeling the impact of U.S.-China trade tensions.
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St. Joseph landfill nets over 145 tons during latest Fall Clean Sweep event
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — City officials reported a successful and largely routine week of waste disposal for this year’s Clean Sweep at the Sanitary Landfill, a big rebound for the facility after overcoming a year filled with capacity concerns.
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Council OKs study for Farleigh Terrace signal project, grant filing for John Lucas Park renovations
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — City officials are laying the groundwork for potential upgrades to a well-known Midtown park with the help of a $500,000 state grant on Monday’s City Council agenda, one of several agenda items including a traffic signal study for a busy Frederick Avenue intersection.
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Columbia College launches tuition program for military students amid government shutdown
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) — As the federal government shutdown nears the two-week mark, Columbia College is stepping in to support military students by launching a tuition assistance program.
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New $5 million hotel and conference center in the works near South Belt Highway
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — City Councilmembers will take the first step toward approval of a new $5.1 million WoodSpring Suites hotel and conference center near South Belt Highway in St. Joseph.
Continue Reading Deeds of trust for Oct. 10
Deeds of trust reported from Oct. 2 to Oct. 8 Kathy Blouch, Kathleen Blouch, Randy Blouch, Randall Blouch to Nodaway Valley Bank, 35 55 35 PT SE Quarter $80,000. Commercial & Industrial Reality LLC to HNB National Bank, Davis Add LTS 1 2 Blk 3 $275,000. Charles Schwichtenberg, Kimbery Schwichtenberg to West Gate Bank, Heatherwood Hills
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Restaurant inspections for September 2025
54TH STREET GRILL & BAR 5103 N. Belt Highway No violations. ADAMS BAR & GRILL 1612 Commercial St. No violations. BENTON HIGH SCHOOL 5655 S. 4th St. No violations. BODE MIDDLE SCHOOL 720 N Noyes Blvd. No violations. BREAK TIME 402 N. Woodbine Rd. Critical: No hot water in entire store. Sanitizer in the three-compartment sink
Continue Reading Vital statistics for Oct. 10
Marriage applications Jacob Turner Alan Smith, 24, and Svanna Maureen Tyler, 23, both of St. Joseph. Mason Riley Petty, 27, and Shelby Kathlene Brown, 24, both of St. Joseph. Tony Ray Knapp Jr., 40, and Jamie Lee Hayner, 43, both of St. Joseph. Jacob Ean Stock, 31, Troy, Kansas, and Rachel Carolyn Mclees, 28, N.
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City sets up QR codes as new method to provide customer service feedback
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Residents in St. Joseph will be seeing a new method to provide feedback for city officials.
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Missouri airports provide updates on government shutdown impacts
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The federal government has been shut down for more than a week, which means essential workers like TSA agents, National Weather Service employees and air traffic controllers are still on the job, but without pay.
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Health Department program aims to help pregnant women quit tobacco
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â The Baby & Me Tobacco Free (BMTF) program provided by the St. Joseph Health Department aims to help future and postpartum mothers fight tobacco addiction.
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Construction underway on $1.6 million Buchanan County Fairgrounds
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Contractors are officially plowing ahead on the highly anticipated home for future livestock showcases and events in Buchanan County.
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Seven inductees added to the Missouri Veterans Hall of Fame
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The 2025 Missouri Veterans Hall of Fame (MVHOF) has announced its 2025 inductees.
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Demolition, reconstruction planned for City Hall north fountain and sidewalk
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Drivers and pedestrians traveling Downtown will see a prominent section of City Hall and Civic Center Park undergoing large renovations this fall.
Continue Reading Vital statistics for Oct. 3
Marriage applications Caleb Wyatt Clark, 29, and Makenzie Lynne Malotte, 27, both of St. Joseph. Brandon Lamar Canady Jr., 43, and Terarea Clark, 35, both of St. Joseph. Caidence James Crouch, 21, and Annabelle Michelle Dean, 20, both of St. Joseph. Jacob Delynn Peters, 28, and Hailey Ann Marie Guzmann, 27, both of St. Joseph.
Continue Reading Deeds of trust for Oct. 3
Deeds of trust reported from Sept. 25 to Oct. 1 Mary Springs to Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp., Sewards Add LT 31 $50,000. St. Joseph Estates L P to The Bank of Missouri, Eastgate Plat 4 LT 2 $650,000. Valerie Helton to Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp., Brookdale LT 16 Blk 19 $125,681. Donald Peters, Danette Peters to
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St. Joseph plans upgrade to aging signage in advance of 2026 World Cup
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph tourism officials are planning a big refresh for many of the aging signs that have long guided visitors to the city’s biggest attractions.Â
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Lawyer says immigration cases are hard to win after migrants have been detained
A Missouri immigration lawyer says due to new immigration policies, he has had to stop taking on removal cases for immigrants in detention.
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Missouri lawmakers react to government shutdown
WASHINGTON D.C. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri lawmakers are sharing their reactions following the first government shutdown in seven years.
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Chaddy’s Food Truck to set up shop in Buchanan County Courthouse this November
BUCHANAN COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Fans of a popular food truck in St. Joseph and Northwest Missouri will see its trademark comfort food served up in the Buchanan County Courthouse starting this fall.
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