SJSD School Board talked boundaries, feeder system and program expansion
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Board of Education is gearing up for its meeting with several big topics on the table.Â
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Experts weigh in on public transportation safety
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â Planes, trains and buses are standard public transportation methods that are used every day. But utilizing these methods of transportation may mean amping up public protection.
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Construction starting on new Corby Grove pickleball courts, set to open next month
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â The City of St. Joseph Parks, Recreation and Civic Facilities said progress is being made at the Corby’s Grove pickleball courts.
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City of St. Joseph hit by cyberattack, data potentially acquired in breach
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Multiple sources and documents obtained via public records requests indicate the city suffered a significant cyberattack in early June, an incident that crippled some services for an extended period of time and reportedly included an undisclosed ransomware demand.
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Redistricting committee meets Thursday
The first meeting of Gov. Mike Kehoe’s special session starts Thursday at noon with the special redistricting committee.
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One seriously injured in Andrew County crash on Saturday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A 72-year-old man suffered serious injuries after crashing his motorcycle in Andrew County on Saturday night. The crash occurred around 9:25 p.m. southbound on State Route K. The motorcycle traveled off the west side of the roadway, struck a fallen tree and overturned. The rider, a 72-year-old man from
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Restaurant inspections for August 2025
B&B RUNWAY CAFE 100 NW Rosecrans Rd. No violations. BENTON CLUB 402 N. 7th St. No violations. BILLS PUB LLC 6210 King Hill Ave. No violations. CHURCHS CHICKEN 502 S. Belt Highway Noncritical: Dirty walls/floors/ceiling. Damaged floor/floor tiles/holes in walls/missing ceiling tiles (repeated violation). Refrigeration equipment must maintain the required temperature (repeated violation). Torn or broken door seals or
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Leveling Up: Esports takes off in St. Joseph schools Â
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — ST. JOSEPH, Mo. — Missouri Western State just hosted an esports jamboree, bringing together students from Benton, Central, Lafayette and Mid-Buchanan R-V School District.  The teams faced off in popular games like Smash Bros and Rocket League. Central High came out on top in several rounds, snagging first
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Week 2 High School Football Matchups
ST. JOSEPH, Mo (News-Press NOW) — Week 2 of high school football is right around the corner. Here are the matchups for the teams in our viewing area.
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Free Museum Day Saturday across St. Joseph
A dozen museums across St. Joseph, and one in Savannah, will open their doors for free on Saturday as part of the community’s annual Free Museum Day.
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Cotillion for Achievement announces scholarship opportunities for Class of 2026
ST. JOSEPH, Mo (News-Press NOW) —Â Local high school students will have the opportunity to compete for prestigious and long held scholarships through Cotillion for Achievement, with applications now open.
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Chamber to recognize new community leaders
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce is hosting an Uncommon Life Leadership Event to introduce the community to new local leaders.
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St. Joseph to honor Vietnam War vets with special Patriots Day tribute Sept. 11
ST. JOSEPH, MO. (News-Press NOW) — One local church will host a special gathering next Thursday to support veterans of the Vietnam War and hear firsthand experiences from prominent veterans.
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SJSD provides update on high school turf installments
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â In February of this year, crews began installing turf on all three high school football fields, a project that was supposed to be finished before the start of the school year and football season.
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Suicide rate spike in Missouri acknowledged during National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) —Â September is acknowledged as National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.
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Community celebrates 139th Airlift Wing and local leadership
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Civic Leadership Academy celebrated the 139th Airlift Wing during a reception and visit, which will take a deeper dive into the inner workings of the Missouri Air National Guard. Â
Continue ReadingCorrection for Chiefs bar story in Friday Weekender
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — In the previous Weekender edition of the St. Joseph News-Press NOW, a story shared how local bars were preparing for the Kansas City Chiefs game against the Los Angeles Chargers in Brazil. A source was incorrectly identified as Lindsey Holland. Her real name is Lindsey Bernard. News-Press NOW apologizes
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Experts explain difference between headaches and migraines, ways to relieve pain
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (New-Press NOW) — Migraines can strike without warning and can ruin an entire day. Â
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MoWest nursing ranked No. 1 program in the state of Missouri by top nursing website
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One of the top online websites for nursing is recognizing MoWest’s nursing program with the No. 1 rank in the state among more than 40 schools analyzed.
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Local looks to make history at St. Joseph Marathon
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Isaac Unruh’s life changed in 2013 after a diving accident placed him in a wheelchair with paralysis in the legs and a lack of ability in the right triceps and hands.
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How to watch the Chiefs v. Chargers game Friday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Kansas City Chiefs fans in St. Joseph and northwest Missouri are looking forward to watching their favorite team play the Los Angeles Chargers tonight in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
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MoWest names new dean for College of Business and Professional Studies
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — After a national search, Missouri Western State University has named a new dean of the College of Business and Professional Studies.
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Phil Welch Stadium undergoing renovations before 2026 season
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — With the St. Joseph Mustangs in the midst of their off-season, renovations to Phil Welch Stadium will have the team and fans coming back “home” with a slightly different look.
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St. Joseph bars prepare for the Chiefs season
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Kansas City Chiefs will play in São Paulo, Brazil and face the Los Angeles Chargers on Friday to kick off their 2025 season.
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Redistricting accelerates St. Joseph’s loss of clout
Missouri Republicans, including those in the 6th congressional district, could get more than they bargained for in a wave of partisan redistricting sweeping the country. As it stands now, Missouri’s 5th congressional district resembles an inverted state of Oklahoma, with a sliver in Clay County serving as a panhandle. How easy it would be to lop
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Gatewood announces candidacy for Missouri House
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Marine Corps veteran and retired St. Joseph police detective Paul Gatewood has announced his candidacy for the District 10 seat in the Missouri House of Representatives.
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Savannah pursues grant for a new aquatic facility
SAVANNAH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) – With the Savannah Aquatic Center closing down after its final season of being open, both Savannah officials and community members are working to defy the odds and keep hopes high with a new pool.
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Deeds of trust for Sept. 5
Deeds of trust reported from Aug. 28 to Sept. 3 Noah Green, Claire Green to HNB National Bank, Gladstone Heights PT LTS 21 22 Blk 7 $76,000. Noah Green, Claire Green to HNB National Bank, 16 57 35 PT SW Quarter $72,000. Noah Green, Claire Green to HNB National Bank, Hillcrest Add PT LT 6 $107,000.
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City Council cancels next meeting for Sept. 15
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — City councilmembers will not convene for the next regularly scheduled meeting this September due to a statewide conference in St. Charles, Missouri.
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Vital statistics for Sept. 5
Marriage applications Tristen Lane Campbell, 29, and Zoe Morgan Schademan, 28, both of St. Joseph. Ryan Joseph Noll, 22, Cummings, Kansas, and Aubrey Sue Elizabeth Grippin, 21, Atchison, Kansas. Taylor Spencer Osteen, 35, and Bethany Rae Beckett, 36, both of Agency, Missouri. Dylan William Martin, 28, and Margaret Mae Levins, 25, both of St. Joseph.
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