By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Diego Serna’s life changed forever in January 2020 when what seemed like a normal Saturday morning playing video games turned into a medical emergency for the then 13-year-old. After a frightening discovery of swollen, painful hands led to a devastating leukemia diagnosis, Diego and his family faced not just one
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By Chris Fortune Many families are still seeking assistance in finding the perfect gift in the days leading up to Christmas. The AFL-CIO Adopt-A-Family Christmas Program has 893 families enrolled, and 447 families have already been adopted, but more than 400 still need help. “Last year we had a lot of adopters who would adopt
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By Nicole Scott A Stewartsville C-II School District teacher has won an award from the Missouri State Teachers Association. Pre-Kindergarten teacher Slater Boyer was named one of the 2024-25 Unsung Heroes by the MSTA. “The award recognizes those who have made a substantive yet unrecognized contribution to MSTA and our mission to advocate for and
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By Missouri Department of Conservation JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is seeking public comments through Jan. 31, 2025, on a proposed regulation change for walleye and sauger fishing. The change would allow anglers statewide to take and possess these species during spring spawning months before sunrise and after sundown. MDC’s
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By Missouri Department of Conservation SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Because of owls’ nocturnal lifestyles and their hunting of mice, rats and other rodents that can be pests for humans, these night-time birds are a fascinating and beneficial part of Missouri’s outdoors. People can learn more about owl species found in Missouri at the Missouri Department of
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By Missouri Department of Conservation JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is monitoring reports of sick and dead waterfowl, such as geese and ducks, across the state. The Department is actively collecting birds to determine the cause of illness but suspects highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) to be the cause. Other
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By NewsPress Now Marriage applications Michael John Lunski, 37, and Jaimie Austin Hefelfinger, 38, both of Kansas City, Missouri. Logan Daniel Cordonnier, 31, and Kelsey Rachael Geiger, 33, both of St. Joseph. John Allen Cox Jr., 54, and Traci Marlo Cox, 49, both of Maysville, Missouri. Spenser Avery Miller, 29, and Miranda Kerry Richey, 24,
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By NewsPress Now Deeds of trust reported from Dec. 5 to Dec. 11 Jamie Hill, Dolores Hill to Rocket Mortgage LLC, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc., Arbor Lake Plat 2 LT 41 $309,600. Jeremy Hounshell, Genevieve Hounshell to Veterans United Home Loans, Mortgage Research Center LLC, Gabriel Estates LT 2 $390,000. William Rhoad Sr., Kathryn
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By NewsUSA (NewsUSA) – As the holiday season fast approaches, families across the country are already feeling the financial pinch. With gifts, travel, and celebrations adding up, unexpected expenses can be a burden. One such surprise? Auto glass damage from vehicle break-ins. The holidays tend to bring an uptick in car break-ins, leaving drivers facing
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By NewsUSA (NewsUSA) – Baby Boomers hit peak retirement in 2024, according to the Retirement Income Institute. In the years to come, we will see the remainder of this generation leave the workforce, as more than 4.1 million turn 65 every year between now and 2027. As Baby Boomers retire, new opportunities are emerging for
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By Cameron Montemayor A compromise on new dumping fees at St. Joseph’s landfill has put one public concern to bed, but long-term planning and work to address a substantial increase in waste remains. The St. Joseph Sanitary Landfill, a 14-cell facility opened in the mid-1980s, has seen a near 50% increase in yearly waste in
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By Chris Fortune Leadership at the local St. Joseph, Mo., homeless shelter are looking to provide a long-term solution to the growing needs of the homeless population. Community Missions already provides resources and shelter to the homeless community, however, Executive Director Rachael Bittiker is working to expand the services at the cold weather shelter, 700
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By Nicole Scott Missouri Western State University announced on Thursday afternoon that they will be hosting the first ever “Education Day” basketball game. MWSU is partnering with the St. Joseph School District and Lehr Construction to host the inaugural game at 11 a.m. on next Wednesday, Dec. 18. The basketball game itself is titled, “Field
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By Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A 22-year-old Kansas City man accused of illegally purchasing a gun found after February’s mass shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl rally has been sentenced to probation. U.S. District Court Judge Howard Sachs sentenced Ronnel Williams Jr. to 5 years probation Thursday, The Kansas City Star
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By NewsPress Now The St. Joseph School Board meets Thursday to narrow its search for a new superintendent. The board will gather at 4 p.m. to conduct live virtual interviews with eight semi-finalists in a closed executive session. The number of candidates moving on to the final round is expected to be released on Friday,
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By NewsPress Now (NAPSI)—Many people don’t know it but diabetes is a leading cause of vision loss. Fortunately, early detection could save your vision. Unfortunately, most people with diabetes do not get a yearly comprehensive eye exam as recommended by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Diabetic eye diseases often have no obvious signs
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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – This article was sponsored and developed by Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. Cerebral palsy (CP) is a neurodevelopmental disorder affecting movement and posture that begins in early childhood development. It is the most common cause of motor disability in children, affecting about one in 345 children in the United States.1-2 It may
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By NewsPress Now The St. Joseph School District reported three additional filings for school board. Kenneth Reeder, a former SJSD board member, filed late Tuesday evening. Kim Miller, a current Board member has filed for re-election as of Wednesday. James Mrkvicka, the owner and a veterinarian at Animal Tales Veterinarian Clinic, also filed on Wednesday.
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By Chris Fortune City leaders are investing in business development and infrastructure on the east side of St. Joseph. Eastowne Business Park is set to receive a new pump station at the end of Pickett Road, and another large project will improve Pickett Road from Riverside Road to Craig Parkway after they were approved by
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By Cameron Montemayor A former St. Joseph education building that’s largely been unused for the last 50 years will be leveled starting today to make room for housing development. City council members authorized a $56,575 demolition contract in November to demolish the former Washington School and one-time apartment building along with the adjacent parking lot
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By NewsPress Now Savannah, Missouri’s, City Hall will be closed for a day next week due to a movie filming there. City Administrator Bruce Lundy said the building will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 17, for the filming of “A Chrismystery.” Information about the city of Savannah can be found at savannahmo.net and facebook.com/savannahmo.
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By NewsPress Now Several people still need assistance to have a merry Christmas through a community program. AFL-CIO of St. Joseph said 473 families are waiting for help through its Adopt-A-Family Christmas Program. This year, 893 applicants were chosen for the program, and as of Dec. 11, 420 families have been adopted by 181 adopters.
Continue Reading By NewsPress Now A local business is offering residents a chance to make holiday wishes come true. Patterson Legal Group is choosing one resident daily through Dec. 20 for its “12 Days of Giving” contest. The maximum price for the gift is $250. Those interested in the contest can go to Patterson’s Facebook page for
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) More than 11 million people in the United States are living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including more than 3 million people with emphysema, a type of COPD. This chronic lung disease limits air flow and causes breathing-related symptoms. While there is no cure, an innovative treatment option is helping
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By NewsUSA (NewsUSA) – IU Students Prevail in 2024 CME Group University Trading Challenge Indiana University secured another win as it’s been named CME Group’s 21st Annual University Trading Challenge winners! The rest of the top five teams are from outside the United States. This year’s challenge saw record participation from nearly 570 teams across
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By Cameron Montemayor Residents took the opportunity Tuesday to meet with the finalists vying to lead day-to-day operations as St. Joseph’s next city manager. City officials held a public meet and greet at City Hall with the four men in the running for the job: Jason Gage, Darron Leiker, Mike Schumacher and Bob Cowell Jr.
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By Leah Rainwater As of Tuesday, the St. Joseph School District saw only two filings for school board. One from a St. Joseph Pastor, Brian Kirk and the other from a Nurse Practitioner at the Samaritan Counseling Center, Cassandra Veale. Filings have opened for two available positions on the St. Joseph School Board. Both Isaura
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By Chris Fortune Mosaic Life Care Foundation leaders achieved their goal of opening the Children’s Discovery Center debt-free. A group within the foundation worked for nearly three years to cross the fundraising finish line, which ensures the Children’s Discovery Center will sustain itself in the coming years. “We’ve just continued to have generous people come
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By Nicole Scott The Platte County, Missouri, Sheriff’s Office brought comfort and joy to area children this past Saturday. The Platte County Sheriff’s Office shared through social media that last Saturday, Dec. 7, they held their 30th Annual “Shop with a Deputy” event and were able to help 46 children in need. The Sheriff’s Office
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By Ashley Luthans Central High School’s new volunteer club is spreading holiday cheer in St. Joseph. Students in the club visited Downtown businesses on Tuesday afternoon to deliver homemade cards and treats. “Unity for the Community” was created for the 2024-25 school year by two juniors at Central: Taevyn Hanson and Lily McClain. McClain shared
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