By NewsPress Now Several staff members will take on new leadership roles with the St. Joseph School District this summer. Promotions announced Tuesday by the Board of Education take effect July 1. Dr. Alexander Tomes will serve as principal at Robidoux Middle School. He started with the district as a biology teacher at Central High
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By Charles Christian A nonprofit thrift store in St. Joseph will be back to its normal hours next week after a temporary closure. Grace House, located at 2638 Lafayette St., shut down in February because founder and director Ruth Costello underwent a major surgical procedure. However, in a message this week to News-Press NOW, Costello
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By Jazmine Knight Whether it be underpasses, buildings or local parks, graffiti has become the unfortunate norm for many St. Joseph areas, and city officials are struggling to curb the problem. Jeff Atkins, assistant director of St. Joseph Parks, Recreation and Civic Facilities, has been with the department for over 39 years, and he said
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) May is Save Your Tooth Month, an annual celebration of tooth-saving procedures and the endodontists responsible for saving teeth. It’s also an important reminder that while having a tooth pulled may seem like the easiest option when you have tooth pain from an infection or disease, saving your natural teeth is
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By Riley Funk Plans for a local indoor pool project took another step forward Monday. The St. Joseph City Council approved a resolution on Monday night that states the city’s intent to contribute up to $7 million in capital funds to help construct an indoor aquatic facility on the local YMCA campus. This is on
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By Marcus Clem School board members came together on Monday to sign off on a measure that would tax about $7.1 million in new revenue per year for staff compensation, if voters approve. The St. Joseph Board of Education voted 7-0 to embrace the idea, which would trigger an election on Aug. 6. Voters would
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By NewsPress Now A local couple is struggling to get an expensive gene treatment for their newborn twins who are suffering from a rare and often fatal condition. Social media posts made by Austin and Amanda Reed have been drawing widespread attention to their desperate situation. The couple’s twin sons, Easton and Eli, were born
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By Marcus Clem Limited information has been confirmed about the paid administrative leave of a St. Joseph School District staffer earlier this month. News-Press NOW filed a Missouri Sunshine Law request about the case on Monday, seeking all records about the case. Until the name of the staffer and any allegations affecting them are confirmed,
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By Chris Fortune A voluntary program utilizing inmate help to clean county roads and assist community service organizations continues to make a difference 10 years later. The Buchanan County Inmate Trash Clean-up Crew program began in April 2014 with the help of Buchanan County Commissioner Ron Hook and the coordination of county judges and sheriffs
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By Cameron Montemayor One of the allures of the American dream is being able to enjoy the later years of life in retirement after decades of hard work, but for a growing number of people in the U.S., the odds of successfully retiring remain a long shot. Nearly a quarter of adults age 50 or
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By Marcus Clem Authorities in Washington have approved a total ban on almost all employment deals that are meant to keep workers from taking their talents elsewhere after they leave their jobs, and this could have local effects. The Federal Trade Commission, an independent agency of the U.S. government, voted 3-2 on Tuesday to implement
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By Cameron Montemayor Residents looking to purchase or renew their home insurance policy this year could be in for sticker shock. The average annual homeowners insurance policy has increased in Missouri by nearly 20% on average since 2021, according to insurance marketplace data from QuoteWizard. Residents and businesses across the area are seeing increases from
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By Jenna Wilson A recent report showed that drug shortages in the U.S. have hit an all-time high, impacting pharmacies across the country and locally. The American Society of Health-System Pharmacists tracked a record 323 active drug shortages during the first quarter of 2024, surpassing the previous record of 320 shortages in 2014. Patients who
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By Charles Christian Small Business Week in St. Joseph is giving local business owners a chance to enhance their business skills and see an uptick in customers. St. Joseph joins the rest of the nation in celebrating Small Business Week from April 29 through May 5. During this week, the St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce
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By Kendra Simpson A couple from St. Joseph traveled to Guatemala to support an orphanage. Now, they’re hoping their hometown will lend a helping hand toward their mission. Cole and Sarah McCauley both grew up in St. Joseph and have been helping to run a Christian orphanage in Guatemala for several years. The couple is
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By Kyle Schmidt St Joseph’s Habitat for Humanity will be wishing its executive director Shay Homeyer good luck as she embarks on a new journey in Nebraska. Homeyer has been with Habitat for 10 years. Though she is leaving the area, her impact will remain in the many projects she has helped happen. “Our latest
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Nearly 25 million people of all ages in the United States are living with asthma, a lifelong chronic disease that makes it harder to move air in and out of the lungs. Here’s what the American Lung Association wants everyone to know during summer, when extreme heat can make asthma harder
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By Kirsten Stokes A St. Joseph native and member of the military was recently selected to serve as a guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and he’s working to earn a badge that is considered one of the most challenging in the Army. “I want to get my Tomb Guard badge, which is
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By Jenna Wilson After more than seven years serving as the executive director at Pivotal Point Transitional Housing, Melissa Frakes has announced her plans to retire later this year. Pivotal Point Transitional Housing helps families and individuals overcome homelessness. Under her leadership, the organization has transformed into one that offers hope and positively impacts the
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By NewsPress Now The long-serving leader of a nonprofit that promotes the interests of eight government and community organizations will now work directly for just one. Tama Wagner was named earlier this month as chief assistant for strategic initiatives, a member of the president’s cabinet at Missouri Western State University. In this role, the university
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By Chris Fortune A potential multi-million-dollar project to revive a South St. Joseph landmark may not prevent the same issues that led to its decay from rising again. Buchanan County is considering a project to dredge Lake Contrary, and it would carry an estimated $7-9 million price tag. Many residents in St. Joseph, especially those
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By Chris Fortune As the Buchanan County Commissioners continue to secure permits for a potential dredging project, many residents are supportive of the plan. Longtime residents of St. Joseph remember Lake Contrary as a community asset where they could go to the beach and spend time with friends on the water. The nostalgia and a
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By Riley Funk Outages and unreliable service can present challenges for those who rely on consistent internet for work or school, but local businesses and community hubs can help bridge the gap when interruptions happen. Several public spots, like the Downtown branch of the St. Joseph Public Library, offer free Wi-Fi for guests. Jen Wildhagen,
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By NewsPress Now Marriage applications Daniel William Bennett IV, 32, and Keri Renee Ellis, 34, both of St. Joseph. Colby Chad Burns, 25, and McKenize Jo Woosley, 23, both of Amazonia, Missouri. James E. Artis Bey, 48, and Mercedes Ashly Nicole Lona, 31, both of St. Joseph. Armando Jose Mendoza Jr., 27, and Megan Lynn
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By NewsPress Now April 19 — Vidao LLC to Kelsie Heckel, Country Squire 3rd Plat Tract 7 LT 2 Blk 35. April 19 — Kelsie Heckel to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., Country Squire 3rd Plat Tract 7 LT 2 Blk 35 $152,000. April 19 — Brian Munsell, Emily Musell to Brian Munsell & Emily
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By NewsPress Now Thefts reported from April 15 to April 22 302 N. 3rd St., burglary at residence/home. 5009 Cheyenne Rd., items stolen at highway/road/alley. 1013 Riverview Dr., items stolen at parking lot/garage. 2018 S. Belt Highway, items stolen at parking lot/garage. 1602 Brookside Dr., vehicle theft at residence/home. 1112 Ashland Ave., vehicle theft at
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By NewsPress Now Arrests reported from April 18 to April 22 Samuel D. Cornell, 34, no address provided, city charges for obstruction of police duties and trespass. Daniel J. Fitzmier, 31, 23858 St. Highway C. Highway, warrant for failure to appear in court. Michael David Orr., 50, 1911 Savannah Ave., warrant for failure to appear
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By Riley Funk Two area country clubs are finding success after new leadership helped revitalize their facilities in much-needed ways. Moila Country Club was facing a tough situation on multiple fronts in 2020. GreatLIFE KC was transitioning out of managing the course, and the COVID-19 pandemic presented new challenges. Moila’s golf course closed in 2020
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By Marcus Clem With state oversight looming, classroom attendance rates are raising questions about the future of the St. Joseph School District. The worsening problem of local school attendance is a crisis of troubling timing because while the warmth of spring usually causes kids to show up at higher rates, the opposite is happening now.
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By Marcus Clem With state oversight looming, classroom attendance rates are raising questions about the future of the St. Joseph School District. The worsening problem of local school attendance is a crisis of troubling timing because while the warmth of spring usually causes kids to show up at higher rates, the opposite is happening now.
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