ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Teachers in the St. Joseph School District were able to get some sweet treats for Teacher Appreciation Week Tuesday morning. The St. Joseph Police Department and Lodge 3 of the Fraternal Order of Police raised over $1,000 to show their support for educators in the St. Joseph School District.Â
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Tracking spotty rain chances for Wednesday and Thursday; warm and sunny for the end of the week.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Budget preparations for fiscal year 2026 continued for a second day with finances for some of the city’s key departments taking center stage at City Hall. Tuesday’s work session opened with a breakdown of spending and revenue plans for City Hall’s administrative departments, including the City Manager’s Office, City
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph native Noah Cameron made his Major League Baseball debut on the last day of April, and for a few days, his name adorned jerseys at Rally House at the North Shoppes. Cameron is a former Central High School player and now plays in the Royals Triple-A affiliate,
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Police Department announced the identification and custody status of a suspect linked to multiple burglaries in the region. Joshua B. Littrell, 42, is currently being held at the Johnson County, Kansas, Adult Detention Center on a burglary warrant out of Mission, Kansas. Littrell has been identified
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The City of St. Joseph of Animal Services will be holding vaccination clinics throughout the first two weeks of May. The clinics offer a low-cost option for pet owners to get their dogs and cats the rabies vaccine, standard combination vaccines and administer microchips. The city is working with
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The latest discussions on a proposed expansion to Buchanan County’s juvenile justice building are centered around Medicaid. States have not been able to draw from federal Medicaid funding to treat youth held in local detention centers, but beginning January 2025, states will be required to provide some of these
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Tracking another dry day: showers and thunderstorms possible tomorrow
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Two people suffered serious injuries in an Andrew County crash Monday.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — City leaders unveiled a proposed budget on Monday that includes roughly $25 million less in projected revenue for fiscal year 2026, largely the result of anticipated changes in the city’s year-to-year budgeting practices designed to increase transparency and accuracy. The city’s proposed fiscal year 2026 budget includes $190 million
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Police Department is inviting anyone interested in a Law Enforcement career to participate in their upcoming new hire testing.  SJPD currently has 18 positions open with the department they would like to see filled soon. “Currently, we have 11 people in our hiring process or
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Mostly clear skies and seasonably mild temperatures will continue Monday night and into Tuesday across the Mid-Missouri River Valley. Temperatures overnight will cool into the low 50s after midnight with light winds and dry conditions. A few locations north of highway 36 could fall into the upper 40s by early Tuesday morning. Sunshine will prevail
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The annual Adopt-a-Block program will take place on Saturday, May 10. The program aims to beautify St. Joseph and make a visible difference in local neighborhoods. Whether it’s for a neighborhood group, business, church or passionate individual, all community members are welcome to sign up. Those interested can sign
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Police Department is receiving new body armor designed to improve the quality and functionality of body-worn camera footage. The St. Joseph City Council has approved more than $29,500 in funds from the police department’s budget to outfit officers with more than 20 body armor vests and external
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One well-known Kansas City Archaeologist will share her experiences at a Rolling Hills Library program. Mary Conrad will speak at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 10 at the Rolling Hills Library Community Room, located at 1904 North Belt Highway. Those who have an interest in archaeology and want to
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The 25th annual Golden Griffon awards will take place at the Missouri Theater on Monday, May 5 at 6:00 p.m. The show is presented by News-Press NOW and will honor 13 student-athletes representing each sport. Tickets are free and open to the public. News-Press NOW Morning Anchor, Kyle Schmidt
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Throughout the first week of May, the St. Joseph Convention and Visitors Bureau has different ways for the community to celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week. Throughout the week, residents are encouraged to participate in #ExploreStJoMo, by snapping selfies, visiting favorite local spots and supporting area businesses. The celebration
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The first cooking class taught Community Missions’ visitors to cook their own fajitas.
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A table poses for a photo at the 2023 Women of Excellence Awards Luncheon.
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A puppy jumps up in his kennel at the St. Joseph Animal Shelter on Sept. 5.
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Tracking a dry and pleasant start to the work week
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Breanna Zhao, a violin student at the St. Joseph Arts Academy, has practiced the violin for a over a year and is now able to play a complete song with little to no mistakes.
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Tracking a gradual warm up and dry conditions to the start of the work week
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri House Bill 328, sponsored by Rep. Tim Taylor, R-Bunceton, would allow people with concealed carry permits to bring firearms onto public transit. HB 328 passed in the Missouri House on Thursday, April 1, and has moved to the Senate, where the Senate Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee
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Tracking a dry and mild weekend
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Trina Clark was awarded News-Press NOW’s Hometown Hero for the month of April.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Apple Blossom Parade came through town again, with something for the community to enjoy. The festival has been an ongoing tradition in St. Joseph, dating back to 1924 when the first parade was held to watch the apple blossom tress come into full bloom. “It’s a St. Joseph
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University will celebrate the achievements of 350 graduates during two spring commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 10. Ceremonies will take place in the MWSU Fieldhouse in the M.O. Looney Complex. Graduation is free and open to the public. MWSU will confer 290 undergraduate degrees and 60
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The U.S Department of Education will officially resume collecting defaulted federal student loans on Monday, May 5, marking the end of a three-year pause, which began during the COVID-19 pandemic. For thousands of Missourians, and particularly residents of St. Joseph, this could mean renewed pressure from loan services, especially
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