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Severe threat Monday afternoon and evening

April 28, 2025 2:01 pm Jared Shelton, Payton Counts

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for… Southeastern Doniphan County in northeastern Kansas…Northwestern Leavenworth County in northeastern Kansas…Southeastern Atchison County in northeastern Kansas…Buchanan County in northwestern Missouri…Northern Platte County in west central Missouri…Southeastern Andrew County in northwestern Missouri… * Until 845 PM CDT. * At 811 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near

Council OKs key grant for water plant upgrade, funds for sewer repairs

April 28, 2025 12:23 pm Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Upwards of $3 million in funds to upgrade the city’s Wastewater Treatment Facility and various sewer main lines received the green light from City Council on Monday. Councilmembers unanimously approved an ordinance to accept a $2.1 million grant from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the blower replacement

SJPD responds to shooting, resulting in moderate injuries

April 28, 2025 4:28 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Police Department was dispatched to the intersection of Calhoun and N. 23rd Streets in response to a residential shooting. Officials told News-Press NOW that one person was sent to Mosaic with moderate injuries to the pelvic area. Detective Jeff Pearl said the incident was contained to

A Kansas City firefighter-paramedic has died after being stabbed by a patient during a medical transport early April 27

Kansas City firefighter-paramedic dies after being stabbed; woman charged

April 28, 2025 11:00 am CNN

KMBC By Nick Sloan Click here for updates on this story KANSAS CITY, Missouri (KMBC) — A Kansas City firefighter-paramedic has died after being stabbed by a patient during a medical transport early Sunday morning, city officials announced. Firefighter-paramedic Graham Hoffman, 29, was critically injured around 1 a.m. while transporting a patient to Saint Luke’s

SJSD hosts board meeting Monday night

April 28, 2025 2:38 pm Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Board of Education held it’s monthly meeting on Monday, April 28 at the Troester Media Center, located at 3401 Renick St. Last month’s BOE meeting covered important topics across the district, including proposed salary schedules, curriculum, and attendance reports. The board also discussed the

Mayor holds National Day of Prayer Breakfast

April 28, 2025 2:22 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Mayor John Josendale will hold the Mayor’s National Day of Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, May 1. The event is coordinated with the National Day of Prayer, with the Opening Prayer happening at 6:45 a.m. The event will take place at Civic Arena, where local pastors, students and community leaders

Columbia residents reflect one week after tornado touches down

April 28, 2025 2:13 pm NPG Content Share

Euphenie Andre COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) It has been one week since tornadoes touched down across Mid-Missouri, causing damage and teaching some residents important lessons. In Columbia, city officials reported that at least five homes and several buildings sustained damage after a confirmed EF-1 tornado moved through the area. The tornado caught many by surprise, but

St. Joseph Arts Association announces new stage name

April 28, 2025 1:26 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Arts Association has announced it will take on a new name to provide renewed energy within its organization. While the association’s official legal name will remain as the Performing Arts Association of St. Joseph, Inc., for marketing and branding purposes, it will be known as ‘816

Central High School presents ‘Night of Jazz’

April 28, 2025 1:02 pm Leah Rainwater

The St. Joseph High School All Star Jazz Band plays in a Coleman Hawkins Jazz Festival in 2017.

Beta Beta Beta house of Missouri Western holding plant sale

April 26, 2025 2:00 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University’s national honor society for biology students, known as Beta Beta Beta will hold a plant sale from Tuesday, April 29 to Wednesday, May 1. The fundraiser will be held at the Agenstein/Remington building from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the MWSU’s campus. A wide

Torpedo bats make their way to Buchanan county

April 28, 2025 10:04 am Kyle Schmidt

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW)– A record-tying 15 home runs in the first three games for the New York Yankees, brought attention to the wooden bats the club used. The torpedo style bats caught the eyes of many fans. The style eventually made its way to St. Joseph. Co-owner of Walkoff Wood Bat Co. Kevin

Metaphysical Fair offers spiritual healing and education

April 27, 2025 4:12 pm Kendra Simpson

The Metaphysical Fair featured several different vendor stations including henna art, readers, crystals and more.

St. Joseph Goats host luncheon event as season draws closer

April 26, 2025 5:08 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Goats held a private luncheon today at the St Jo Frontier Casino to provide more information about the team and get fans excited for the upcoming season. Goats owner Ted Sweeny and Kansas City Chiefs hall of fame defensive end Neil Smith were among the guest

Missouri Western announces new dean of students

April 25, 2025 3:07 pm Ashley Luthans

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Missouri Western State University has named a new dean of students: Daniel Avegalio.

St. Joseph Persisterhood to host ‘May Day Strong’ march

April 24, 2025 1:19 pm Ashley Luthans

St. Joseph Persisterhood will host a ‘May Day Strong’ march on Thursday, May 1 to protest against the leadership of the U.S. government.

Local acting program prepares for upcoming shows

April 27, 2025 10:00 am Kyle Schmidt

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW)– Three original one act performances will be put on by the 2nd Act program at the Robidoux Resident Theater. 2nd Act is a program for adults 50 years or older. Coordinator Cheryl Wood said many theater companies across the nation are realizing more adults are interested in an opportunity like

Missouri senator to attend Pope Francis’ funeral with President Donald Trump

April 25, 2025 3:33 pm Ashley Luthans

Senator Eric Schmitt of Missouri will attend the funeral of Pope Francis in Rome with President Donald Trump and other U.S. political figures on Saturday, April 26.

League of Women Voters NW-MO Community holds forum

April 25, 2025 3:20 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The League of Women Voters of NWMO hosted a forum Friday night, with multiple state representatives in attendance, to discuss current news and information about state offices. “We’ll be talking about what’s going on down in Jefferson City on a couple of the bills that, I’ve been handling and

St. Joseph Goats hosting luncheon

April 25, 2025 3:01 pm Ashley Luthans

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — An exclusive luncheon event with the St. Joseph Goats arena football team will take place on Saturday, May 26 at the St. Jo Frontier Casino.

‘Spring Fling’ returning to Leupold’s Greenhouse

April 25, 2025 2:02 pm Ashley Luthans

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — This weekend, Leupold’s Greenhouse will hold its 5th annual Spring Fling event.

Small Business Week provides Latino entrepreneurs networking opportunities

April 26, 2025 10:00 am Charles Christian

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — During the Small Business Week in St. Joseph, beginning on May 4, a gathering on Latino entrepreneurs will provide training and networking opportunities.The third annual Latino business seminar will take place from 6p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 7 at the East Hills Library. Kristi Bailey, the communication

St. Joseph Goats president speaks about new opportunity in town

April 25, 2025 11:53 am Chris Fortune

The Goats unveiled their uniforms a week ago inside their new home at the Civic Arena, and the team’s president is ready to satisfy the passion of football fans in the area.

Police back Missouri bill targeting car break-ins

April 25, 2025 12:59 pm Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — If approved, Missouri Senate Bill 71 could be a big step in improving public safety and creating a safer environment for residents. Senate Bill 71, sponsored by Sen. David Gregory (R–St. Louis County) and aligned with similar statewide legislation, aims to crack down on individuals who knowingly and unlawfully

Trail Theatre hosts 10th annual Griffon Film Festival

April 25, 2025 10:21 am Kendra Simpson

Missouri Western Film students have worked nearly a year on their projects for their final student thesis.

Wellness fair aims to support local survivors

April 25, 2025 10:14 am Ashley Luthans

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The YWCA of St. Joseph is hosting a Wellness and Resource Fair on Friday, April 25 to help support survivors in the area.

Benton Cardinals lean on tough schedule to build momentum for final stretch

April 24, 2025 8:50 pm Calvin Silvers

With a younger, less-experienced roster than last spring’s title contender, head coach Johnny Coy crafted a daunting schedule to accelerate his team’s growth. The scheduling led to back-to-back tournament appearances in the Walkoff Wood Bat Tournament and this week’s Pony Express Tournament, leading to six games being played in seven days.

Search warrant on St. Joseph construction company finds weapons, stolen vehicles

April 24, 2025 3:21 pm Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Authorities say officers found multiple rifles and several other items of methamphetamine drug paraphernalia while executing a recent search warrant at Arrowhead Construction Services, LLC. According to a probable cause statement, the search warrant was executed in St. Joseph Friday morning on April 18, where authorities identified the residence at

Kehoe signs bill allowing challenge to recent abortion ruling, changes to petition process

April 24, 2025 6:31 pm NPG Content Share

Ryan Shiner COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Republican Gov. Mike Kehoe announced on Thursday that he signed a bill into law that could lead to a challenge of a voter-passed amendment to the Missouri Constitution on abortion. Kehoe signed Senate Bill 22 into law, which allows the state’s attorney general to appeal any preliminary injunctions issued before

Deweese sentenced to four months in jail for deadly I-229 wrong way crash

April 24, 2025 4:24 pm Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A St. Joseph woman will spend four months of shock time in the Buchanan County Jail beginning Thursday for a wrong-way crash that killed a 33-year-old motorcyclist on Interstate 229 last May. Circuit Judge Dan Kellogg issued a suspended imposition of sentence, and 120 days of shock detention in

Local organizations build affordable homes in St. Joseph

April 24, 2025 5:51 pm Kirsten Stokes

New homes are located on 1520 Moss St. and 1517 Highland Ave.