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SJPD investigating possible hit-and-run

March 28, 2025 2:09 am News-Press NOW

The St. Joseph Police Department is investigating a possible hit-and-run.

Bishop LeBlond opens soccer season with shutout win over Benton

March 27, 2025 10:01 pm Calvin Silvers

Eagle Stadium at Bishop LeBlond High School was set to host the Golden Eagles’ season opener Monday, but scheduling complications delayed their debut. Four days later, fans finally packed the stands to watch their team take the field fresh off a Class 2 District 8 championship appearance last season.

TNA Wrestling takes over Civic Arena in preparation for events

March 27, 2025 10:44 am Kyle Schmidt

Preparations are underway to get the Civic Arena ready to rumble.

Occupants shaken up after shot hits salon

March 27, 2025 1:45 pm Kirsten Stokes

A local business is cleaning up after having a window shot out Thursday morning.

Man killed in officer-involved shooting

March 27, 2025 11:20 am Jenna Wilson

The St. Joseph Police Department are working a scene involving multiple suspects in the 2500 block of Mitchell Ave.

U.S. 36 bridge construction taking place in Brown County

March 27, 2025 3:26 pm Ashley Luthans

HIAWATHA, Ks. (News-Press NOW) — Starting on Thursday, March 27, repairs will begin on a U.S. 36 bridge one half mile west of the U.S. 36/U.S. 73 intersection in Brown County, Kansas.

Centennial celebration highlights renowned local artist

March 30, 2025 9:00 am Charles Christian

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The City of St. Joseph is honoring the local artist responsible for two buildings that soon will be celebrating 100 years.Both City Hall and the Missouri Theater will mark their centennials in 2027. Last week, stakeholders got a sneak preview of the art of Waylande Gregory. Gregory (1905-1971), a

Drug Strike Force installing fencing at building

March 27, 2025 12:00 pm Chris Fortune

Local law enforcement is working on facility updates to gain more privacy and deter loitering.

Reconstruction project for Highway 59 and Alabama pushed back to April 7

March 27, 2025 11:18 am Patrick Holleron

Due to pre-construction utility work, an improvement project for U.S. 59 and Alabama Street has been delayed again.

MWSU president speaks at Public Affairs Coffee event

March 27, 2025 11:50 am Leah Rainwater

MWSU president, Elizabeth Kennedy spoke at a Chamber of Commerce Public Affairs Coffee event.

Summer camp offered for young inventors

March 26, 2025 3:13 pm News-Press NOW

Families can sign kids up now for a summer camp aimed at sparking their curiosity.

Choral Experience set for first performance

March 26, 2025 4:04 pm News-Press NOW

A new choral group in St. Joseph is making plans for its debut concert.

Season finale symphony performance set for April 19

March 25, 2025 4:21 pm News-Press NOW

Tickets are on sale for the Saint Joseph Symphony’s final show of its 65th anniversary season.

Community Missions 24-hour shelter opening soon

March 26, 2025 11:52 am Chris Fortune

Community Missions at 700 Olive St. recently announced the upcoming opening of its 24-hour shelter that has been in the works for months.

Northwest Missouri Republican Club hosts school board forum

March 20, 2025 10:00 pm Leah Rainwater

Candidates (from left to right) Jennifer Kerns, Brian Kirk, Kim Miller, James Mrkvicka, Kenneth Reeder and Cassandra Veale participate in a Missouri State Teacher’s Association candidate forum at the Troester Media Center.

Remington Nature Center upgrading sidewalks

March 26, 2025 3:25 pm Ashley Luthans

The Remington Nature Center is planning some upgrades.

Parents as Teachers to provide a class for expectant parents

March 29, 2025 9:00 am Charles Christian

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Expectant moms and dads have a new resource, thanks to the Parents as Teachers program. The group will host a monthly learning series called “Bump to Baby” beginning on Thursday, May 8. The classes will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Mark Twain Elementary School, 705 S.

Prop 2 key to success: South Side votes

March 26, 2025 1:28 pm Leah Rainwater

With the Prop 2 bond measure suggesting a new high school to be built on the Southside, it’s now up to voters to decide the measure’s fate.

Symphony to bring Mozart’s ‘Requiem’ to the Missouri Theater

March 21, 2025 2:10 pm Ashley Luthans

The Saint Joseph Symphony, along with the Saint Joseph Community Chorus and Benedictine College Chamber Choir, will perform Mozart’s “Requiem” on Saturday at the Missouri Theater.

United Way hosting meeting for nonprofits

March 22, 2025 8:00 am Ashley Luthans

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — United Way of Greater St. Joseph is hosting a meeting next week to discuss volunteering with nonprofit organizations.

Business women of St. Joseph share their stories

March 26, 2025 11:38 am Ashley Luthans

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — While business may have been a man’s world in the past, women now are finding equal footing in leadership roles. Natalie Hawn, the president and CEO of the St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce, said a favorite part of her job has been helping businesses grow. “I really enjoyed cultivating

Dengue fever cases on the rise

March 26, 2025 11:04 am Patrick Holleron

With increased travel to and from warmer climates, concerns regarding the mosquito-borne disease known as dengue fever are rising.

Randy Travis coming to St. Joseph

March 26, 2025 10:05 am Ashley Luthans

A country music legend is set to visit in St. Joseph in September.

Empty Bowls event supports hunger relief

March 25, 2025 12:51 pm Patrick Holleron

A soup lunch event is helping make sure the bowls of those in need are filled in Northwest Missouri.

SJSD School Board approves new administrators

March 25, 2025 6:29 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Amid end-of-year staffing changes, the St. Joseph School District Board of Education has approved the appointments of four new administrators. Tabitha Kieser will serve as the Director of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment, taking over from Stacia Studer. Kieser began her career with SJSD in 2012, and has spent time

All Majors Career Fair benefits Missouri Western students

March 25, 2025 4:01 pm Ashley Luthans

An event at Missouri Western State University is giving students a leg up on their future.

Women serving justice in Buchanan County

March 25, 2025 3:42 pm Kirsten Stokes

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Many women have made their mark in the judiciary across the country, with three locals standing out as trailblazers who are breaking barriers in Buchanan County’s legal system. Michelle Davidson, Kate Schaefer, and Rebecca Spencer have worked to attain their current positions, achieving some history for women locally. Their

Missouri bill aims to reinstate presidential primary, nixing caucuses

March 25, 2025 12:40 pm Cameron Montemayor

Could Missouri be ditching the caucus system after just one presidential election cycle?

School Board candidate Ken Reeder ‘doesn’t quit’ when it comes to taxpayers

March 25, 2025 4:28 pm Leah Rainwater

News-Press NOW’s Leah Rainwater, left, interviews SJSD School Board candidate Kenneth Reeder.

News-Press NOW launches updated website

March 25, 2025 11:22 am News-Press NOW

Dear viewers, As we debut a refreshed site, you will notice a new look to newspressnow.com today. While you will still find all the local news, weather and sports stories you’ve come to expect here, our team has worked to make our site easier to navigate and highlighted some of our most popular content. We also have