Pivotal Point Thrift Shoppe to host Trunk-or-Treat
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A local non-profit is highlighting its thrift store while providing a fun event for kids in the St. Joseph community.
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SJSD targeted big gains in reading and cuts to chronic absenteeism
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Board of Education met Monday night, following a public hearing to decide its reorganization plan.
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City exploring ways to help St. Joseph residents if SNAP funding freezes Saturday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — City officials announced during Tuesday’s City Council meeting that they will explore options to help residents if funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program freezes due to the government shutdown.
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Hurricane Melissa makes landfall in Jamaica as devastating Category 5 storm
By JOHN MYERS JR. and DÁNICA COTO – Associated Press KINGSTON, Jamaica (AP) — Hurricane Melissa intensified Tuesday as it crawled toward Jamaica, where officials and residents braced for catastrophic winds, flash flooding and landslides from the Category 5 storm, one of the strongest Atlantic hurricanes in history. The streets in the capital, Kingston, remained largely
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St. Joseph law enforcement gives tips on candy safety for Halloween
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — With trick-or-treaters heading door-to-door this Friday, local law enforcement warns what to look out for when going through Halloween candy.
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MoWest and St. Joseph Catholic Academy announce partnership
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University and St. Joseph Catholic Academy announced a partnership, furthering the relationship between the college and the academy.
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Trump is soon expected to announce his Fed chair pick. Here’s who’s who on the short list
By Bryan Mena, Annette Choi Washington (CNN) — The Trump administration’s search for who will lead the Federal Reserve next year is well underway, and there are five people on the short list to become the most powerful figure in the US economy. Few people wield as much influence over financial markets and the global
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Gov. Kehoe signs bill to ban race-based hair discrimination
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — A new Missouri state law now prevents discrimination on natural hair textures and styles associated with race.
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Mid-Buchanan hosts safety fair for Red Ribbon Week
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A week-long celebration highlights the importance of living a drug-free lifestyle, while commemorating those who fight against drugs.
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MoWest Social Work Program to host annual Walk for the Homeless
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University’s Social Work Program will host and sponsor an annual Downtown tradition to raise awareness for St. Joseph’s homeless population.
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Pedestrian injured in Livingston County crash
LIVINGSTON COUNTY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A 26-year-old man was seriously injured after a single-vehicle crash involving a pedestrian in Chillicothe, Missouri, Saturday.
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SJSD School Board moves forward with ‘Plan E’
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School Board decided on Plan E, one of the three plans that would shape the district’s future.
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Food bank offers recommendation for potential suspension of SNAP benefits
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — “The well has run dry,” according to the United States Department of Agriculture, when talking about food stamps.
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St. Joseph law enforcment to participate in ‘Battle of the Badges’ Blood Drive
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — In honor of National First Responders Day, the Community Blood Center and the St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce will host a blood drive to encourage a friendly competition between local law enforcement.
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Officials share how to ‘dress for the weather’ on Halloween
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Families are getting their costumes and baskets ready to hit the hot spots of St. Joseph for trick-or-treating on Halloween night.
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Downtown corner house provides spooky sights for passersby
ST. JOSEPH, Mo (News-Press NOW) — Traveling in Downtown St. Joseph during October can be quite the sight.
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SJSD to hold second public hearing on long-range plan E Monday night
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District will be back at the table at 5:30 p.m., Monday Oct. 27 at Central High School. This will be the second hearing focused on Plan E, part of the district’s long-range planning process. Community members will once again get a chance to share
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Dietitian provides solutions for individuals with allergies this Halloween
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Halloween is this upcoming Friday, and trick-or-treating will begin, but for some, treats may be hard to come by.
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Community Safety Fair aims to support St. Joseph residents and strengthen neighborhoods
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A new community initiative is helping St. Joseph residents stay safe, connected and supported.
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Correction for Oct. 24 Weekender Edition
An editorial ran on page B8 of the Oct. 24, 25 and 26 Weekender about the state of Downtown St. Joseph after news broke about U.S. Bank shutting its doors. The editorial states, “…you can’t describe Downtown St. Joseph as the city’s central business district. Not anymore. That designation evaporates when the last bank shuts
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Missouri River Bird Observatory aims to help St. Joseph become a bird friendly community
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A state observatory has goals to help evolve St. Joseph into being more bird-friendly.
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Second Harvest’s 15th Annual Turkey Day Registration event scheduled
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — An annual Second Harvest Thanksgiving tradition is coming to the community for its 15th year.
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Regular season finale high school football matchups
ST. JOSEPH, Mo (News-Press NOW) — While week 9 marks the end of the regular season, playoffs are set to begin Friday, Oct. 31.
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Artrageous show comes to Missouri Theater
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Artrageous show, presented by 816LIVE! takes the stage at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 20, at the Missouri Theater.
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Supreme Court to rule on Trump Tariffs as small businesses and consumers feel the strain
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to weigh in on the legality of President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs, small business owners in St. Joseph say they’re already feeling the economic pressure.
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United Way holds volunteer sessions to help with possible suspension of SNAP benefits
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — As the government shutdown continues, SNAP benefits may be suspended in the coming weeks.
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Creepy Krug’s Dead of Night Tour moves 2025 location due to renovations
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Creepy Krug’s Dead of Night Tour is back, but not at its normal stomping grounds.
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By Abigail Ogle Click here for updates on this story STILLWATER, Okla. (KOCO) — Dr. Diana Rodriguez Coca came from Colombia to the U.S. as a distinguished Fulbright Scholar to pursue her PhD. in industrial engineering at Oklahoma State University. On Oct. 24, 2015, Coca and her family were along the homecoming parade route when
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Man accused of trying to hire hitman to kill Columbia police detective
A man who was already in law enforcement custody has been accused of trying to hire a hitman to kill a detective from the Columbia Police Department.
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State conservation departments encourage hunters to donate venison
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri Department of Conservation and the Conservation Federation of Missouri are encouraging deer hunters to donate venison to the Missouri Share the Harvest program.
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