By NewsPress Now St. Joseph Bartlett Hard wheat: No bids Soft wheat: No bids Yellow corn: 3.88 White corn: 4.78 Soybeans: 9.71 Atchison Cargill Hard wheat: 5.38 Soft wheat: 4.93 Yellow corn: 3.83 White corn: No bids Soybeans: 9.61 Lifeline Foods Yellow corn: 3.93 AGP Soybeans: 10.01
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By Kyle Schmidt St. Joseph residents and visitors will have their eyes on the sky next weekend, as the Sound of Speed Airshow returns to the area for the first time since 2021. The highly anticipated Thunderbirds will headline the show following the other impressive acts. Gates will open at 10 a.m. on Sept. 14
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By Associated Press U.S. stock indexes lost more ground Wednesday, with declines in the technology, energy and other sectors adding to Wall Street’s losses a day after the market’s worst skid in a month. The S&P 500 fell 0.2% following Tuesday’s 2.1% drop. The Nasdaq composite shed 0.3%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, however, managed
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By Associated Press WASHINGTON — The White House is signaling an openness to blocking the acquisition of U.S. Steel by Nippon Steel, as a government review of the proposed takeover by the Japanese company is on the cusp of ending. The Washington Post reported Wednesday that President Joe Biden plans to stop the deal from
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By Associated Press WASHINGTON — The Biden administration seized Kremlin-run websites and charged two Russian state media employees in its most sweeping effort yet to push back against what it says are Russian attempts to spread disinformation ahead of the November presidential election. The measures, which in addition to indictments also included sanctions and visa
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By USDA-MO Dept of Ag Market News RECEIPTS: Auctions Direct Video/Internet Total This Week: 135,500 47,400 2,800 185,700 Last Week: 146,200 38,100 230,300 414,600 Year Ago: 149,800 46,100 3,400 199,300 Compared to last week, steers and heifers sold uneven; 3.00 lower to 3.00 higher. Demand was moderate to good, with best demand for yearlings coming
Continue ReadingBy The Associated Press Appeals court upholds ruling that online archive violated copyright law NEW YORK | An appeals court has upheld an earlier finding that the online Internet Archive violated copyright law by scanning and sharing digital books without the publishers’ permission. Four major publishers had sued the Archive in 2020, alleging that it
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By NewsPress Now Prosecutor asks for charge to be reinstated against Alec Baldwin SANTA FE, N.M. | A prosecutor has asked a New Mexico judge to reconsider the decision to dismiss an involuntary manslaughter charge against Alec Baldwin in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer on the set of a Western movie, according to a
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By Chris Fortune Local contractors will lead the build of a new aquatic facility at the YMCA of St. Joseph. The YMCA attends monthly meetings with the city to provide progress updates on its indoor pool project, and on Tuesday, they informed the city that they selected Al J. Mueller Construction to lead the design-build
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By Associated Press DENVER — Simon Rubick had lost almost everything to decades of alcoholism and drug addiction. In 2022, he found himself without a vehicle and without a home, which forced his two teenage children to move in with friends. He had burned bridges with friends and family and it took a drug-induced stint
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By Jenna Wilson The St. Joseph City Council approved funding Tuesday for new fire department gear, and while that’s an obvious benefit to firefighters themselves, it plays an implicit role in home insurance rates for residents. Insurance Services Office ratings establish how well-equipped a fire department is to put out a fire, and an insurance
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By Noah Cohan Washington University in St. Louis The Conversation via AP Fall brings football season in the U.S. and, with it, the parade of distinctively decorated helmets that the players wear. Over time, the shape and size of these helmets have gradually changed, from the leather head coverings of the early 20th century to
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By My Courier-Tribune DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an 81-year-old female who has been on Xarelto for years due to deep vein thrombosis (DVT). I also have an inferior vena cava (IVC) filter. I read that low-dose aspirin (325 mg) is just as effective in preventing clots in the legs as Xarelto, which is very
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By Chris Fortune The race for a seat on the Buchanan County Commission pits a 15-year incumbent against a small business owner. Democratic incumbent Ron Hook and Republican Everett Goddard Jr. are vying for the role of western district commissioner — the only contested race in the county. Hook was born and raised in St.
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By Chris Fortune The Missouri Department of Transportation will close Riverside Road (Route AC) over U.S. Route 36 later this month to make bridge repairs. Crews will close the bridge beginning Monday, Sept. 16, at 7 a.m. through Friday, Sept. 20 at 2 p.m. to complete repairs to the bridge deck. Drivers will have to
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By Ashley Luthans Benton High School teachers and staff started their Wednesday with a free coffee from Hazel’s Coffee truck thanks to the St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce and Missouri Western State University. The Chamber has partnered with businesses and organizations throughout the area in order to provide coffee and break room supplies to educators
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By NewsPress Now A Ravenwood, Missouri man was seriously injured in a Gentry County crash Tuesday Night. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports the accident occurred around 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, on Route O, about five miles East of Ravenwood, as 21-year-old Ravenwood resident Freeman J. Miller drove a horse and buggy West. 45-year-old Cody L.
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By NewsPress Now They are so slow This is about 229. If they ever do tear it down and fix it or rebuild it as slow as they’re doing their bridge by the casino and the Cook Rd. bridge, maybe my grandchildren, who are three and eight years old, might get to use it the
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By NewsPress Now Shirley Gillett FLORISSANT, Mo. – Shirley Felch Gillett graduated to her heavenly home on Aug. 29, 2024. She passed over peacefully into the arms of Jesus. Her family was at her side. She was the daughter of Hallard and Esther (Downing) Felch. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Sharon;
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By NewsPress Now Harold Eugene Cline Sr. passed away peacefully on Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024, at the age of 92. Harold’s life was characterized by his dedication to his family, his strong work ethic, and his love for the outdoors. He was born on April 28, 1932, to Morris and Birdie Cline, in Wallace, Missouri.
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By NewsPress Now LAMONI, Iowa – Sandra L. Pace (Sandy Daniel), passed away peacefully in her home with her daughters by her side on May 10, 2024. Sandy was born on Dec. 25, 1951, in Los Angeles, California. In 1955, Sandy was adopted by her loving and caring parents, Covell and Ruth (Redman) Daniel. Sandy
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By NewsPress Now William “Bill” Edwin Swope, 81, of St. Joseph, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Aug. 29, 2024. Bill was born in Lebanon, Pennsylvania, on May 1, 1943, and was a loving husband, father, brother, and friend, known for his generosity, humor, and commitment to his community. Bill attended Williamsburg Technical School
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) This article is sponsored by Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. Each year, September 4 marks Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Awareness Day, an initiative that aims to increase public knowledge and understanding of this often under-recognized genetic condition. On this important observance day and beyond, patients, families and healthcare providers are encouraged to
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By NewsPress Now Scott Allen Thompson, Sr., 59, St. Joseph, passed away Sunday, Sept. 1, 2024, at his home. He married Anita Kay Thompson on Nov. 11, 1983. He was a very kind, hardworking, soft-spoken man, who worked for Midwest Warehouse 31 years. Out of many things, he loved his family the most. He enjoyed
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By NewsPress Now Robert “Red” Steven Haarlammert, 71, of St. Joseph, peacefully passed away on Aug. 29, 2024. He was born on Dec. 20, 1952, in Los Angeles, California, to the late Gloria and Donald Ralph Haarlammert. Robert was preceded in death by his son, Paul Albertson; his sister, Donna Hageman; and his brothers, Larry
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By NewsPress Now Shirley Collen Simmons, 80, of St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024. She was born Oct. 30, 1943, in St. Joseph, daughter of the late Evelyn and David Cox. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, David and Dexter Cox; sisters, Sudie Perman, Carol Archer and Betty Blakely. Survivors
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By NewsPress Now Late Notices Mary M. Hicks Mary Margaret Hicks, 91, St. Joseph, passed Aug. 31, 2024, funeral arrangements are pending, Bullock Family Funeral Chapel. www.bullockffc.com. Christine A. Murphy Christine Ann Murphy, 70, St. Joseph, passed away Aug. 30, 2024. Cremation under the direction of Simplify Cremations & Funerals. Ernie Schabert KING CITY, Mo.
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By NewsPress Now Cassandra Jade Williams passed away surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024, at Children’s Mercy Hospital, in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born on Oct. 8,2013, in Lincoln, Nebraska, to Cody and Kelly (Owens) Williams. Cassandra lived in Lincoln before moving to St. Joseph where she attended Pickett elementary
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By NewsPress Now DEAR ABBY, I have been around “Kendra” since she was 4. I am 59 and not married to her mother, although we are good friends. Kendra is 36 now and has an 8-year-old son. She lives with her boyfriend, who is the father. They are not married. We have a great relationship.
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By Metro Creative Slow cookers can help busy families enjoy homecooked meals without hurrying to get those meals on the table each night. A surefire hit for even the pickiest of eaters, the following recipe for “Braised Pork Buns with Quick Pickled Cucumbers & Bean Sprouts” from Michelle Dudash’s “Clean Eating for Busy Families” (Fair
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