By Leah Rainwater After 30 years missing, two stolen headstones have returned to their resting place at a local cemetery. Kurt Jordan, also known as the “KC Cemetery Man”, has been working on preserving Greenwick Cemetery in Amazonia, Missouri, for about five years. The driving factor for his preservation work started because of his father.
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By Ashley Luthans Whether you’re shopping in person or online this holiday season, keeping your purchases and financial information safe requires attention. When out in stores, make sure to keep your belongings close, not allowing them to leave your sight. Frank Till, executive director of the St. Joseph Safety Council, advises women to keep purses
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By Jazmine Knight The Bartlett Center is set to host its first annual Holiday Mart fundraiser. Guests can support kids who use the facility and local businesses from 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 1, at the center, 409 S. 18th St. The mart will feature an array of vendors including a permanent jeweler,
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By Kyle Schmidt Thanksgiving is all about the food for many, making it important to take precautions to avoid serving up anything that could make holiday guests ill. Luke Pitts, an environment public health specialist with the St. Joseph Health Department, offers some tips to make sure the turkey and stuffing are what friends and
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By Chris Fortune City leaders are hearing from concerned residents about potential fee increases at the St. Joseph Sanitary Landfill and perceived mistreatment of a local waste management company. Numerous residents sent identical emails addressed to Mayor John Josendale and City Council members throughout the day on Tuesday. “Mayor Josendale and City Council: Tell the
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By Kirsten Stokes Before travelers get to the dinner table this Thanksgiving, they’ll face what could be the busiest travel period on record. According to the Transportation Security Administration, agents expect to screen 18.3 million people traveling through airports from Tuesday through Monday, Dec. 2, an increase of approximately 6% from this time in 2023.
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By Ashley Luthans The owner of a historic Downtown property is putting her business on the market. Isobel McGowan, the owner of the Shakespeare Chateau, announced her plans to sell the property at 809 Hall St., although not all details are solidified. The home has operated as a bed and breakfast and venue for special
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By Ashley Luthans Registration for Second Harvest Community Food Bank’s Holiday Express food distribution will be on Thursday, Dec. 5. Second Harvest distributes free hams, holiday boxes, and produce through this program. Registration begins at 2 p.m. and will last until 7 or supplies run out. If anyone arrives before noon, they will be asked
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By Cameron Montemayor Concerned community members gathered at the City Council chambers in opposition to sharp fee increases being proposed for dumping at the St. Joseph Sanitary Landfill. Area residents and business owners appeared at Monday’s City Council meeting to voice concerns with city officials about the potential impact of recently-proposed landfill fee changes on
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Even a short vacation from school can cause learning loss and leave kids feeling behind when they return to the classroom. Fortunately, there are many ways to keep minds active during the holiday break, some of which will reinforce the concepts they are learning in school. Here are a few of
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By NewsPress Now If you’re looking to help those in need this holiday season with donations of money, items or just your time, the United Way can point you in the right direction. The agency has compiled a guide of holiday-specific opportunities in the 2024 United Way Holiday Volunteer and Giving Guide. Whether you want
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By Leah Rainwater With almost 72 million people traveling by car for the Thanksgiving holiday, roads will be busy this week, calling for some extra attention from drivers. “Road trips have always been very popular for the Thanksgiving holiday as people go visit loved ones. But we know that also, road trips have had a
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By NewsPress Now With a delay leading to a donation shortfall, officials with the Adopt-A-Family program are asking the community for help. Due to an issue with a local printer, the holiday edition of AFL-CIO Community Services’ newsletter did not hit mailboxes until this weekend, which is three weeks behind schedule. The newsletters are one
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By Cameron Montemayor City Council gave the green light on Monday to provide funds for a new fleet of SUVs for the St. Joseph Police Department. Council members authorized a contract with Don Brown Chevrolet of St. Louis to use $1,071,440 in American Rescue Plan Act funds to purchase 20 sterling grey 2025 Chevy Tahoes,
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By Jazmine Knight The St. Joseph School District released its Annual Performance Report Monday, showcasing gains in several areas that move the needle closer to accreditation goals. Results are based on student performance during statewide assessments showing math and social studies scores rising. For 2024, the St. Joseph School District has a composite score of
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By NewsPress Now (Family Features) Clinical trials are necessary for finding new ways of preventing, detecting or treating diseases, but often, limited participation creates challenges for meeting clinical trial goals. Despite decades of effort and strategies to identify and address barriers to recruiting and enrolling study participants, recruitment challenges persist, particularly among women, older adults
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By Leah Rainwater The St. Joseph Health Department could potentially see roof renovations thanks to American Rescue Plan Act ARPA funds. “This building was completed in 1909, so it’s a 115 year old facility,” said Kendra Bundy, the assistant health director at the health department. “Just over time, as things age or as wear and
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By Charles Christian Cold weather is here and community shelters are spending time and money to provide a safe place for the homeless community. Major Ron Key of the Salvation Army said winter presents safety challenges for those without homes, and his agency does its best to meet their needs. “We have nine apartments and
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By Leah Rainwater The Kansas City Invention Convention is expanding its program to include students throughout Missouri and parts of Kansas. The convention is an annual event presented by the Linda Hall Library, “One of the world’s leading independent science research libraries”, located at 5109 Cherry Street in Kansas City, Missouri, near the University of Missouri –
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By Leah Rainwater One woman was transported to Mosaic with minor injuries following a car vs. building crash on Friday night. Law enforcement responded just after 6 p.m. According to the St. Joseph Police Department, the woman was traveling South on 6th Street when she got dizzy causing her to swerve and crash into the
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By Kendra Simpson St. Joseph residents can help bring holiday cheer to those in need by donating to the 2nd annual “Miracle on 8th Street” donation drive. The YWCA has asked for help from the community in providing new gifts for their shelter residents and other program participants. “I think that a lot of people
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By Jazmine Knight It all started 53 years ago, when the University of Missouri — Kansas City Medical School was established by some visionaries who believed medical education could be taught in a better way. “A better way consisted of a couple of things,” said Dr. Alexander Norbash, UMKC Medical School dean and professor. “One
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By Ashley Luthans A wheelchair drive is happening in St. Joseph on Friday, Nov. 22, asking people to donate wheelchairs, walkers and canes. Spine and Sport Physical Therapy is hosting the drive for “Wheels for the World” which is part of the Joni and Friends organization. The drive aims to bring mobility devices to people
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By NewsPress Now A St. Joseph School District librarian is being honored as part of a statewide competition. Lindsay Holland of Spring Garden Middle School is Librarian of the Year for the Northwest Region and will now be considered for the state title by the Missouri Association of School Librarians. According to the district, Holland
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By NewsPress Now The New Nodaway Humane Society, a “no-kill” shelter in Maryville, Missouri, is hosting a “Home 4 the Holidays” pet adoption event. The shelter is located at 829 S Depot St. and is open from 1 to 5 p.m. on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays and from 1 to 7 p.m. on Wednesdays. All
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By NewsPress Now Marriage applications Leslie Neil Parnell, 49, and Joey Danielle Thompson, 48, both of St. Joseph. Cody Warren Cooper, 29, and Sarah Jessica Wilson, 29, both of St. Joseph. Ernesto Lazaro Cob Boucourt, 26, and Yanelis De La Cardidad Toledo Vigueras, 41, both of St. Joseph. Colin Lo Poss, 29, Beatrice, Nebraska, and
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By NewsPress Now Deeds of trust reported from Nov. 14 to Nov. 19 James Chaney, Cierra Chaney to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., Northridge Estates Plat 1 LT 16 $55,380. Chance Farquhar, Katherine Farquhar to US Bank NA, Northridge Estates LT 66 $282,150. Kallie Hawkins to US Bank NA, 1 57 36 PT SW Quarter
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Every student deserves a fair shot. Fortunately, opportunities exist to help people with disabilities pursue the education and training they need to succeed in their chosen career path. Since 2017, Wells Fargo has partnered with Scholarship America to award 253 renewable scholarships to students with disabilities. Recently renamed “The Stacey Milbern
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By NewsPress Now Arrests reported Nov. 12 to Nov. 18 Jessica L. Noland, 32, 1410 Sacramento St., warrant for failure to appear in court. Kenneth Clefton Evans Jr., 36, 1401 N. 36th St., warrant for failure to appear in court. Kyle Arthur Norman, 24, 4509 Stonecrest Ter., warrant for failure to appear in court. Jennifer
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By NewsPress Now Thefts reported from Nov. 7 to Nov. 17 210 E. Kansas St., items stolen at other/unknown. 174 Countryside Ln., items stolen at residence/home. 3414 S. 22nd St., items stolen at other/unknown. 1027 Ridenbaugh St., items stolen at residence/home. 4303 Commonwealth Ct., items stolen at restaurant. 2422 S. 17th St., items stolen at
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