By NewsPress Now Caitlin Clark turns focus back to basketball as training camp opens INDIANAPOLIS | Caitlin Clark got back to the basics Sunday — working out on a basketball court. Here, as the newest member of the Indiana Fever, she’s learning how she’ll fit into this new offensive system, building chemistry with her new
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By Associated Press NEW YORK — Mark Vientos hit a two-run homer in the 11th inning on his second day in the majors this season to give the New York Mets a 4-2 comeback victory over the St. Louis Cardinals that prevented a three-game sweep Sunday. New York was 0 for 15 with runners in
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By Associated Press DETROIT — Wenceel Pérez hit a two-run drive for his first major league homer, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Kansas City Royals 4-1 on Sunday. “He hit one to the track last night,” Tigers manager A.J. Hinch said. “I guess he did a couple extra pushups this morning.” Jake Rogers also
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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 Metro Creative Travel opens people up to new experiences. Among those experiences are myriad opportunities to try new foods and styles of cuisine. After all, what would a trip to Italy be without some indulgence in the various culinary specialities each part of the country is known for? But one need not stray from
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By Associated Press TOKYO — Spicy, steaming, slurpy ramen might be everyone’s favorite Japanese food. In Tokyo, long lines circle around blocks, and waiting an hour for your ramen is normal. What awaits might be just a dive, but a hot bowl of ramen rarely fails to hit the spot. Often cooked right before your
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By NewsPress Now Zendaya tennis movie ‘Challengers’ scores at weekend box office The sexy tennis drama “ Challengers “ won the box office this weekend with $15 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday. Zendaya and castmates Mike Faist and Josh O’Connor have been on a globetrotting press tour to get the word
Continue ReadingBy Kendra Simpson St. Joseph residents got to experience all things meta-physical and paranormal Sunday with Omnia Event’s Spirit-Con. The Stoney Creek conference center was filled with vendors and customers who wanted to experience spiritualism in a different light. The event featured sessions with paranormal investigators, palm reader, crystal specialists and much more. The host
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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 Jacob Meikel The last two years saw the Kansas City Chiefs go heavy on defenders in the NFL Draft, but in 2024, they prioritize the offensive side of the ball. With the current legal situation surrounding wide receiver Rashee Rice, the Chiefs immediately address the wide receiver position by trading up and selecting Texas
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By Meteorologist Jared Shelton The tornado watch originally scheduled to remain in effect until 9 p.m. tonight has been canceled for points west of interstate 35 including the St. Joseph area. A tornado watch remains in effect for points along and east of interstate 35 until midnight. Heavy rain, gusty winds, and sizable hail will
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By Jazmine Knight The northside parade lines the streets of St. Joseph Avenue. Starting at Middleton Street and running north down St. Joseph Avenue, the parade featured various organizations, businesses and teams. Parade floats launched candy, trinkets and toys into the crowd as kids ran into the street to retrieve them. Attendees shared joyous smiles
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By Jazmine Knight What a perfect day for a 5k. Helen Davis State School hosted their 13th annual 5k Run/Walk N’ Roll with the Huskies on Saturday. The goal of the run/walk is to raise money for the school’s equipment and future events. Principal, Sarah Sandlin, says for state schools finding funding can be difficult
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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 Cameron Montemayor Multiple rounds of rain over the last week have set the table for the first substantial risk of flash flooding this season as severe weather moves through the weekend. With severe weather presenting a variety of potential hazards on Saturday and Sunday, a flood watch is set to go into effect in
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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 Ashley Luthans Community members looking for a laugh this weekend can head over to the Ruby Theatre for a rom-com-style play April 26-28. The Robidoux Resident Theatre’s comedic play is about people trying to online date after the age of 50. Director Cheryl Wood said everyone in the community is invited to come out
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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 Meteorologist Jared Shelton 8:10 p.m. | The tornado watch has been canceled for Buchanan County and surrounding areas, but remains in effect for parts of far northern Missouri including Nodaway, Worth and Gentry counties through 9 p.m. 6:40 p.m. | The tornado warning has EXPIRED for Nodaway, Holt and Atchison counties. A tornado watch
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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 Jacob Meikel The Kansas City Chiefs used their first-round pick Thursday night to add a do-it-all speedster in Texas wide receiver Xavier Worthy. Worthy entered the 2023 NFL Draft as the player with the fastest 40-yard dash time in the history of the NFL Scouting Combine when he ran an official time of 4.21.
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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 NewsPress Now An autopsy is planned after the body of a 53-year-old woman was found overnight in the 3200 block of North Second Street. The woman’s name has not been released. The body was found by family members and the death is under investigation, Capt. Jeff Wilson of the St. Joseph Police Department said.
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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 Danny Tyree Cagle Syndicate The venerable comic strip “Gasoline Alley” is wrapping up a storyline in which the dastardly assistant mayor schemed to change the town’s name from Gasoline Alley to the ostensibly more modern Electric Acres (without even offering a compromise such as Hybrid Hollow). Sentimentality saved the day in the funnies, just
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