By NewsPress Now Marriage application Alexander Ivan Erwin, 23, and Jasmine Marie Aldape, 27, both of St. Joseph. James Leo Harris, 52, and Anna Pavlovna Khrupina, 35, both of St. Joseph. Dewayne Allan Fanning, 34, and Ashlei Joann Fetty, 31, both of St. Joseph. Jose Luis Leyva Morales, 35, and Gretell Rivas Fernandez, 34, both
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By NewsPress Now I’m voting no I don’t believe I’ll be voting for the new tax for the school district. If you’ve got money to pay $100,000 for a DEI administrator, then we don’t we don’t need the taxes. Just take that money and put it somewhere else. In a bind Well, you can tell
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Taking the SAT or ACT exam is the culmination of months of test-specific preparation, and in truth, years of schooling. While knowing that can feel like a lot of pressure, there are steps you can take the night before the exam to calm your nerves and enter the testing site with
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By NewsPress Now Gerald C. Pasch, 90, St. Joseph, passed away Monday, Jan. 29, 2024. He was born Dec. 6, 1933, to Truman E. and Stella A. (Langley) Pasch in Nodaway County, Missouri. Gerald married Neva Atwoil Bowman on Sept. 7, 1954, and they were married for 64 years before her passing on Dec. 14,
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Want to simplify your life, boost your productivity and work smarter? Incorporating some of the latest tech developments into your routine may be the answer. According to Authority Hacker, 77% of devices use some sort of Artificial Intelligence (AI), and 50% of consumers are becoming more optimistic about using the technology.
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) With the cost of most goods and services on the rise, straining many household budgets, families are likely looking for ways to cut expenses. But it’s important to make wise decisions before cutting, as some expenses are worth more than they cost and can provide a lifetime of benefits. Life insurance
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By NewsPress Now PLATTE CITY, Mo. – Thomas Vincent Edlin, 92, a lifelong resident of Platte County, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home in Platte City on Jan. 29, 2024, surrounded by family. Tom was born Jan. 6, 1932, near Platte City, to Walter Thomas and Lillian Lucile (Wade) Edlin. He lived in Platte
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By NewsPress Now Late Notices As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.
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By Jenna Wilson A new Missouri Senate bill looks to allow courts to grant lifetime protection orders for victims of dangerous crimes. SB 869 is sponsored by Sen. Mike Moon of Ash Grove, Missouri. “If the bill were to pass, it would give the survivor a chance to request for a lifetime order of protection
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By Harry Loomis As revitalization efforts continue Downtown, retail and restaurant owners are finding it’s not as simple as if you open it, they will come. The growing number of people who live and work Downtown has helped form a core consumer base. “When we do date night every weekend, we try our hardest to
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By Chris Fortune A local cookie shop is giving Kansas City Chiefs fans the chance to enjoy the sweet taste of victory and a Super Bowl appearance through its treats. The Chiefs’ winning ways are good for local business, and that extends to Country Cookie at 206 S. Belt Highway. Country Cookie already makes 50
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By Marcus Clem A Wednesday event united students from 11 counties in Northwest Missouri on learning the creation of something greater than themselves in the free market. The district conference of the Future Business Leaders of America is a competitive event held at Missouri Western State University for members of each high school’s FBLA club
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By Dr. Keith Roach via My Courier-Tribune DEAR DR. ROACH, My daughter was exposed to infectious mononucleosis (“mono”) at college, and she is coming to spend a week at home. What precautions do we need to take to make sure that the rest of the family remains safe? How long does the virus stay active
Continue Reading By NewsPress Now Our Harry Loomis took a deep dive into how Downtown businesses are working to bring in new customers. Watch News-Press NOW starting at 5 p.m. or tune in to our newscast livestream.
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By NewsPress Now That’s a fact They just said on national TV, and I agree with it, and you will too: Trump shouldn’t be within 100 miles of the White House. And that’s a fact. Give me a break I heard a politician claim that you couldn’t really build the wall because of eminent domain.
Continue Reading By NewsPress Now Late Notices Roxanna U. Phillips Roxanna U. Phillips, 88, St. Joseph, passed away Jan. 26, 2024. Farewell Services 9:30 a.m. Feb. 8, Savannah United Methodist Church. Arrangements under the direction of Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.
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By NewsPress Now Barbara S. Buckley KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Our very smart, funny, loving, wife, daughter, sister, aunt and great-aunt, Barbara Sue Keller Buckley, passed away Jan. 20, 2024, after a battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her baby sister, Debra Diane, and her father, Robert Keller. Barb had a wonderful
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By NewsPress Now David Louis Hees, 53, from St. Joseph, passed away Friday, Jan. 12, 2024. He was born on Oct. 28, 1970, in St. Joseph, to Frank and Vicki Hotaling Hees. David graduated from Central High School where he was well regarded and served as the football mascot. This led to a lifelong interest
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By NewsPress Now Neva Kempf, 90, St. Joseph, passed away Monday, Jan. 29, 2024. Survivors include siblings, Charles Kempf (Joan), and Joyce White; sister-in-law, Betty Kempf; nieces and nephews, Theresa Bally (Joel), Judy Myers (Buzz), Charles (Debbie) Kempf, Cheri Kempf, Michael George, Christy George; numerous great-nieces, great-nephews, other extended family members and friends. Graveside Farewell
Continue Reading By NewsPress Now Jimmy Lee Hardin, 56, of St. Joseph, passed away Jan. 27, 2024. Survivors: sisters, Jerri Ann Jones, Cindy (Thomas) Lawrie, Terri Hardin, Trish (Tim) Wiederholt; sister-in-law, Connie Preston; daughter, Jaycee Erickson; son, Andrew Hawley; grandson, Brody Hawley. Funeral Service: 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 2, at Roberson-Polley Chapel, Albany, Missouri. Burial: White Oak
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By Jenna Wilson The Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office is rolling out new security equipment purchased with federal funds. Law enforcement officers have started testing out their new body cameras in an effort to upgrade the department’s security measures. “We have all the equipment here and a couple that have already been rolled out in trial
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By Kirsten Stokes A bill established in the Missouri Legislature aims to keep salaries for superintendents more in line with other staff members. The goal of House Bill 2344 sponsored by state Rep. Ben Keathley of Chesterfield, Missouri, is to ensure superintendents are not paid more than 5½ times the total compensation of a beginning
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By Harry Loomis While St. Joseph’s restaurant week isn’t until next month, eateries in Savannah are in the spotlight thanks to the “Taste of Andrew County” weeklong feature. The event, hosted by the Savannah Chamber of Commerce, runs all week, and restaurants have showcased some signature dishes to be promoted. “We make sure that we
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By Chris Fortune Whether it’s something to wear in the office or a T-shirt featuring the NFL’s favorite celebrity couple, Chiefs fans will find a way to express themselves. The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Baltimore Ravens 17-10 on Sunday and advanced to the 2024 Super Bowl, their fourth Super Bowl appearance in five years.
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By Riley Funk It may be winter, but after harsh conditions, St. Joseph is feeling a bit of a warm-up, which means it’s a good time to take advantage of the nice weather outdoors. St. Joseph Parks, Recreation and Civic Facilities staff highlighted activities for residents to break the cabin fever from the winter cold.
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By Missouri Independent via My Courier-Tribune A bipartisan bill debated in a state Senate committee Monday would ban child marriage in Missouri. Under current law, 16 and 17-year-olds are allowed to get married with parental consent. Marriage between a minor and anyone 21 or older is prohibited. The legislation discussed Monday afternoon would prohibit issuing
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By Missouri Independent via My Courier-Tribune Republican lawmakers are once again pushing legislation that would require Missouri to conduct a clinical study on using psilocybin, more commonly referred to as “magic mushrooms,” to treat depression, substance use or as part end-of-life care. Last year, the House overwhelmingly approved the measure. But it never made it
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By Missouri Independent via My Courier-Tribune Missouri Republican Senate leaders on Tuesday won confirmation for all of Gov. Mike Parson’s pending appointees to state office as members of the Freedom Caucus backed down from a demand that the upper chamber approve initiative petition changes as the price for confirmation. For almost 16 hours, members of
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By Missouri Independent via My Courier-Tribune A bill that would allow students to enroll in neighboring school districts won initial approval in the Missouri House for the fourth year in a row Tuesday on an 83-69 vote. It is the first bill to be debated by the full House this legislative session. It must be
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By NewsPress Now A two-vehicle crash Tuesday morning partially blocked the intersection at Edmond and South 12th streets Downtown. The initial call came in around 6 a.m., according to officers from the St. Joseph Police Department on the scene. A white Honda heading south on South 12th Street ran a stop sign at the intersection,
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