ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Outdoor explorers of all ages will get the chance to participate in three days of near, non-stop activities at the scenic bluffs at River Bluff Trails Park beginning Friday, May 16 in St. Joseph. From mountain biking and trail-hiking to 5Ks, yoga, photography and all of the classic festival
Continue Reading
On a sunny afternoon at Victory Field on the St. Joseph Christian campus, the Lions celebrated their seniors with a signature victory, beating Class 4 opponent the Lafayette Fighting Irish, by a score of 11-3, improving to 16-5 on the season.
Continue Reading
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The 2025 NCAA Division II Men’s Golf Central/Midwest Regional is officially underway. Golfers from multiple colleges across Missouri will be participating, including Missouri Western’s Jeffery Johnston, who went to high school at Bishop LeBlond. “It’s a good course to watch golf on, just good natural settings,” St. Joseph Sports
Continue Reading
Now, the baseball team has its own headline-maker. Senior and star-pitcher Nick Orscheln signed his letter of intent Wednesday to continue his academic and baseball career at Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas.
Continue Reading
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — For the first time in 20 years, the NCAA Division II Men’s Golf Central/Midwest regional is returning to St. Joseph. This will be the third time the city has had the honor of hosting the event, with the last one taking place in 2005. The event will kick off
Continue Reading
COLUMBIA, Mo. – As boat owners and water enthusiasts are getting ready to hit Missouri lakes and rivers, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) warns boat owners to be on the lookout for the infamous invasive zebra mussel. Zebra mussels are an invasive species that came to North American waters in international shipping ballast water
Continue Reading
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Camping is a way to connect with the outdoors that can be both enjoyable and economical for the entire family. If a camping trip is on your family’s to-do list for this spring or summer, be sure to check out some of the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) camping opportunities. Listed below
Continue Reading
Benton High School football will be in search of a new head coach, as Corey Bertini announced he’s stepping down and will take a job in the Kansas City area. The former Missouri Western quarterback took over the team prior to the 2023 season, after the Cardinals went 3-7 the year before. It wasn’t smooth
Continue Reading
Despite the Fighting Irish jumping out to a 3-0 lead to begin the match, pitching would be the Achilles heel as the Cardinals took advantage of four wild pitches to plate some runs, capturing the 9-5 victory, marking Benton’s fifth straight over their in-city rival.
Continue Reading
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph native Noah Cameron made his Major League Baseball debut on the last day of April, and for a few days, his name adorned jerseys at Rally House at the North Shoppes. Cameron is a former Central High School player and now plays in the Royals Triple-A affiliate,
Continue Reading
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The 25th annual Golden Griffon awards will take place at the Missouri Theater on Monday, May 5 at 6:00 p.m. The show is presented by News-Press NOW and will honor 13 student-athletes representing each sport. Tickets are free and open to the public. News-Press NOW Morning Anchor, Kyle Schmidt
Continue Reading
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – In a season where youth dominated, the future looks bright for Missouri Western Women’s Tennis, which emerged with a pair of top honors in the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA), led by a record-setting performance from junior Cristina Granero Boj and a breakout debut from freshman Celia Castaño Malnero. Granero Boj
Continue Reading
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Decades of recovery efforts are bringing one of the Missouri’s endangered and longest-living fish back to prominence according to new findings this spring. Capable of growing up to 8 feet long and weighing 300 pounds, lake sturgeon once thrived in the Missouri River before being driven to the brink
Continue Reading
The two-hour event opened with a casual reception before transitioning into the formal awards presentation. The evening recognized 20 standout student-athletes and five high school coaches for their excellence on the field, in the classroom and in the community.
Continue Reading
Tampa, Fla. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph native Noah Cameron made the most of his first start as a Kansas City Royal, earning a win in his Major League Baseball debut for his hometown team. The former Central Indian spent just over three years developing in the Minor Leagues, and showed it was the right
Continue Reading
Tampa, Fla. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph Native, Noah Cameron, officially pitched his first MLB strikeout at the bottom of the third inning against the Tampa Bay Rays Wednesday night. Cameron, the left-handed pitcher, started for the Royals in the second out of three games against the Rays. The Cameron fam is lovin’ Noah’s first
Continue Reading
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Motorists may see some reptilian friends on the roads this spring season. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) urges drivers to be cautious and give turtles a brake! These reptiles are often hit by cars during warmer months but are at special risk this time of year because they are more active.
Continue Reading
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) congratulates Riley Isaacs of Bradleyville for becoming the latest state record holder for redear sunfish. The 17-year-old was bowfishing at Lake Taneycomo April 18 when he shot a 2-pound, 3-ounce fish. The previous record under alternative methods was a 2-pound, 2-ounce fish also caught from Lake
Continue Reading
By University of Missouri Extension COLUMBIA, Mo. – Most flowering annuals in gardens around the U.S. have stood the test of time, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein. For example, geraniums were planted in Europe in the 17th century and have been an American favorite for more than 200 years. Petunia, as we
Continue Reading
The Benton Cardinals basketball team is coming off a historic 2024-25 season, capturing 28 wins while finishing in second place in the Class 4 semifinals for the first time in 84 years. One of those athletes, senior guard Myles Bachali, will take his winning ways to Trenton, Missouri, where he’ll continue his academic and basketball career at North Central Missouri College.
Continue Reading
TAMPA, Fla. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph Native, Noah Cameron has been called up to the big leagues. Cameron, a left-handed pitcher who started the season on Kansas City’s AAA team in Omaha, played ball at Central High School and at Central Arkansas. Manager Matt Quartraro said Cameron will start in place of Cole Ragans,
Continue Reading
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW)– A record-tying 15 home runs in the first three games for the New York Yankees, brought attention to the wooden bats the club used. The torpedo style bats caught the eyes of many fans. The style eventually made its way to St. Joseph. Co-owner of Walkoff Wood Bat Co. Kevin
Continue Reading
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — An exclusive luncheon event with the St. Joseph Goats arena football team will take place on Saturday, May 26 at the St. Jo Frontier Casino.
Continue Reading
The Goats unveiled their uniforms a week ago inside their new home at the Civic Arena, and the team’s president is ready to satisfy the passion of football fans in the area.
Continue Reading
With a younger, less-experienced roster than last spring’s title contender, head coach Johnny Coy crafted a daunting schedule to accelerate his team’s growth. The scheduling led to back-to-back tournament appearances in the Walkoff Wood Bat Tournament and this week’s Pony Express Tournament, leading to six games being played in seven days.
Continue Reading
Rain poured over Bishop LeBlond High School as clouds rolled across the pitch, setting the stage for a damp but dominant performance in some Midland Empire Conference girls soccer. The Bishop LeBlond Golden Eagles wasted no time taking control, cruising to an 8-0 win over the winless Benton Lady Cardinals, sealing the match with 15 minutes to play via the mercy rule.
Continue Reading
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Spring brings a variety of newborn animals that may look to be abandoned, but Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Protection Regional Supervisor Russell Duckworth says that’s rarely the case, and that it’s best to leave wildlife wild. “Young wildlife are seldom orphaned,” said Duckworth. “When we see newborn animals alone, that
Continue Reading
Both Savannah and Maryville opened the tourney with double-digit losses, dropping them into the consolation side of the bracket. There was still pride on the line and a shot at the consolation championship in play. Fueled by a big first inning and a six-run sixth, the Savages surged past the Spoofhounds for an 11-4 win at Hyde Park.
Continue Reading
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Nominations are now open for the 2025 Team Player Award from United Way of Greater St. Joseph, in partnership with the St. Joseph Mustangs. The award was created to celebrate and spotlight the powers of volunteerism and recognizes individuals or groups who selflessly support non-profit organizations throughout the St.
Continue Reading