By Associated Press STOCKHOLM — Two scientists won the Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine on Monday for their discovery of microRNA, tiny bits of genetic material that serve as on and off switches inside cells that help control what the cells do and when they do it. If scientists can better understand how they
Continue Reading By Associated Press WASHINGTON — A unique peek inside the human brain may help explain how it clears away waste like the kind that can build up and lead to Alzheimer’s disease. Brain cells use a lot of nutrients which means they make a lot of waste. Scientists have long thought the brain has special
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By Associated Press NEW YORK — Humanity is hitting the upper limit of life expectancy, according to a new study. Advances in medical technology and genetic research — not to mention larger numbers of people making it to age 100 — are not translating into marked jumps in lifespan overall, according to researchers who found
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By Leah Rainwater St. Joseph residents will be able to get free COVID-19 and flu vaccines at a clinic this Friday. The City of St. Joseph Health Department will be hosting its annual vaccine clinic from 9 a.m. to noon, or while supplies last on Oct. 11 at the Civic Arena. Health officials encourage residents
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By Jazmine Knight It’s a win-win for hungry people: Eat a tenderloin on Thursday and help pay a local student’s lunch debt. The rules of the St. Joseph School District’s Tenderloin Challenge are simple. Visit one of 15 participating restaurants for the local favorite sandwich on any Thursday in October and $1 from your meal
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By Jenna Wilson An abandoned dog with several health problems is recovering after being rescued from a St. Joseph neighborhood by a local animal welfare agency. The dog was brought to Angels Vet Express on Oct. 4 after a woman near the home at 1801 Charles St. noticed it was abandoned and in “lethargic” condition
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By Kyle Schmidt A former Marine is mounting a challenge against a first-term incumbent who has made a national name for himself in Missouri’s senate race. The race pits Republican Josh Hawley against Democrat Lucas Kunce. Three other candidates, Libertarian W.C. Young, Jared Young of the Better Party and Nathan Kline of the Green Party,
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By Jazmine Knight Two St. Joseph educators are in the spotlight for statewide achievements. Landi Quinlin, who works at Truman Middle School, was awarded the Northwest region middle-level principal of the year by the Missouri Association of Secondary Principals. Jill Huntsman, the director at Hillyard Technical Center was honored as administrator of the year by
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Beautiful fall days captivate many people, offering a burst of color as the leaves change and cooler temperatures that encourage outdoor adventures. However, as you’re outside enjoying the splendor, it’s important to be aware of a pest you may not be thinking of — ticks. Despite popular belief that cooler
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Imagine waking up every day feeling utterly exhausted, no matter how much sleep you get. Now, add an unbearable itch that just won’t go away, dry eyes and mouth, and stomach pain. This is the reality for some people living with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC). A Closer Look at Primary
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By Jazmine Knight Lafayette High School hosted a community blood drive Tuesday to honor a junior student who has overcome more adversity than most. Jaymeson “Jay” Burns, a junior at Lafayette High School recently had a heart transplant back in February. Now, the school is using a blood drive to support Burns and to bring
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By Ashley Luthans Tortas Y Tacos El Rachero has parked in St. Joseph, and it’s bringing more Mexican cuisine to the community. The food truck has set up shop in the Bomgaars parking lot, which is located at 137A N. Belt Highway, and next to the Hy-Vee gas station. It serves authentic Mexican food. Owner
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By NewsPress Now American Family Insurance is eliminating jobs based in St. Joseph. The cuts are due to recent changes in commercial insurance line offerings, said Janet Masters, a media relations official with American Family. She said the eliminations will come from employee positions in St. Joseph that support large habitational commercial policies for condominium,
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By NewsPress Now After months of investigation, no charges will be handed out after a baby boy was found deceased at Mozingo Lake Recreation Park in May. The baby was found May 25 in a remote area of the Maryville park by an employee. The city held a memorial on June 27 to honor the
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By Charles Christian Two St. Joseph landmarks are approaching their 100th year anniversaries, and celebrations will begin almost three years in advance. Both buildings were built in 1927 and were both products of the work of a young artist who would become a nationally renown sculptor, Waylande Gregory. A planning committee has been assembled and
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By Leah Rainwater St. Joseph kids got a chance to learn all about how the city runs on Tuesday thanks to Tiny Tot Town at Civic Arena. Hosted by St. Joe Parents as Teachers MO Curriculum Partner, Tiny Tot Town is an interactive, simulated community designed to show and teach children how the town runs.
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By NewsPress Now The doors to “Uncle Fester’s Costume Closet” will be open later this month for kids in need to find the perfect Halloween costume. Donations are being accepted for new and gently worn costumes and costume parts, particularly in large sizes, at the Rolling Hills Library Belt branch. Items can be brought during
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By NewsPress Now People interested in developing their leadership skills are encouraged to apply for a community betterment program. Applications are being taken for the 43rd class of the United Way Leadership St. Joseph program. Almost 1,000 people have participated since 1982, and many have gone on to become leaders in the community and their
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By Jenna Wilson As city officials continue with their Historic Preservation Plan to revitalize neighborhoods, a property on North 19th Street will be getting a spruce-up and become affordable housing units. The city of St. Joseph recently issued $50,000 from the American Rescue Plan Act fund to the multi-family residence at 522 N. 19 St.
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By NewsPress Now The Mosaic Life Care Foundation received several large gifts from local private trusts, helping to propel the inspireU Children’s Discovery Center as its opening date nears. The Harold P. Dugdale Charitable Trust, the Norman J. & Willian J. Kenney Charitable Trust and the Thanksgiving Fund each gave $100,000, according to a press
Continue Reading By Brandpoint (BPT) Sorry, but your browser does not support the video tag. (BPT) – September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Every 36 minutes, a child in the United States is diagnosed with cancer, making it the leading cause of death by disease for children in the United States. Despite this, there is hope: thanks
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By NewsPress Now The St. Joseph School District has spent the past few months reviewing 10 books challenged by the community to determine if they were fit to be on library shelves, and now, only three from that list remain undecided. “If I Was Your Girl” by Meredith Russo, “All Boys Aren’t Blue” by George
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By Jazmine Knight As many families continue to recover from Hurricane Helene, it’s important for St. Joseph residents to know how they can help. Angie Springs, spokesperson for the American Red Cross, says Hurricane Helene has left a massive wake of destruction leaving about 500 miles of impacted areas. “Places that haven’t flooded for 100
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Like many seven-year-olds, Kaden Stevenson was active and healthy, enjoying martial arts and soccer. When Kaden’s mom Michele noticed he wasn’t his usual energetic self, she assumed he might have a cold or stomach bug. But after four days of rest, he was getting worse, and he was starting to
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Are you concerned about your cardiovascular (CV) health? Even if you don’t have a family history of CV diseases, it’s important to find out if you’re at risk so you can proactively take care of your cardiac health. Luckily, three simple universally available tests can detect your risk of life-threatening
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By NewsPress Now (Family Features) Four and a half years after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, people are once again enjoying time with friends and family and doing their favorite things. However, the virus that causes COVID-19 keeps changing, so it’s still important to stay up to date on your vaccinations. Respiratory viruses, including
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By NewsPress Now (Family Features) Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is a serious lung condition that makes breathing difficult. Whether you’re a younger adult, middle-aged or over 60, you can take steps to protect your lungs or manage your COPD to feel better, be more active and breathe easier. Follow these tips from the
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By Charles Christian Recruiting and retaining substitute teachers remains a challenge for the St. Joseph School District. Although the St. Joseph School District has gained ground in regard to teacher and staff pay in the last year, pay rates for substitutes have remained the same over the last several years, and the need for substitute
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By Kendra Simpson Sunday afternoon, the Noyes Home for Children celebrated 130 years of caring and providing for the community with a block party and celebrity kickball game. The event featured all the makings of a successful block party including music, balloon art and a friendly game of kickball. All proceeds raised at the celebration,
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By Jazmine Knight Lafayette High School’s band is honoring one member in a special way this week. On Tuesday, Oct. 8, Lafayette will be hosting a blood drive from 2-6 p.m. The blood drive is in honor of Jaymeson Burns, a student born with a rare birth defect. He received a heart transplant back in
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