Kendra Simpson, Author at News-Press NOW

Albrecht-Kemper opens undergrad exhibit

April 17, 2025 11:58 am Kendra Simpson

The Juried Undergraduate Exhibition will feature artwork from university and college students nationwide.

See St. Joseph: treats and tacos

April 17, 2025 6:00 am Kendra Simpson

Easter at the Mansion is a long standing St. Joseph tradition full of Easter fun for the entire family.

Revolutions Lanes host bowling tournament

April 13, 2025 2:57 pm Kendra Simpson

Sunday’s bowling tournament had players competing for a $300 first place prize.

Local organizations work to help with costs of pets care

April 11, 2025 1:21 pm Kendra Simpson

By scanning the QR code, pet owners can apply for financial assistance to spay and neuter their dogs or cats.

Food drive helps stock school pantries

April 10, 2025 3:45 pm Kendra Simpson

Second Harvest asked St. Joseph residents to donate nonperishables, vegetables, canned goods and more Thursday’s Fill the Van food drive.

See St. Joseph: We’ve got magic to do

April 10, 2025 6:15 am Kendra Simpson

The 11th annual Run and Walk for the Paws 5k raises funds for the animal shelter while helping St. Joseph residents and their pets stay in shape.

Bridal Show relieves wedding season anxiety

April 6, 2025 2:39 pm Kendra Simpson

Many bridal parties attended Sunday’s Bridal Show, hosted by Andrea’s Sweet Occasions, to meet vendors and shop for wedding supplies.

Open conversations can be the best defense against juvenile drug overdoses

April 4, 2025 4:25 pm Kendra Simpson

It’s easier than ever for a child or teenager to access life-threatening drugs like crystal meth, cocaine, heroine and opioids like fentanyl, and it’s up to parents and guardians to be the barrier between their kids and an accidental overdose. According to a KFF analysis, in 2023, 539 adolescents died from a fentanyl overdose. These

Allied Arts Council kicks off annual donor campaign

April 4, 2025 1:30 pm Kendra Simpson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Allied Arts Council is hosting its annual Arts Fund Campaign to support its seven funded agencies that bring the arts to St. Joseph. Whether it’s the latest symphony performance, an award-winning musical or educating kids on the magic of the theatre, the Allied Arts Council is asking the

Stuber Health thanks Life Changers with luncheon

April 3, 2025 3:24 pm Kendra Simpson

Thursday’s LifeChangers luncheon served as a way for the Social Welfare Board to thank the community as well as encourage further assistance through donations and volunteering.

See St. Joseph: dances, trots and swaps

April 3, 2025 6:00 am Kendra Simpson

Roughly 250 people showed up to support the Freudenthal Center for Parkinson’s Disease in the last year’s Tulip Trot.

KINDNESS Saint Joseph raises money and spirits

March 30, 2025 7:29 pm Kendra Simpson

The first annual KINDNESS Saint Joseph is the Noyes Home for Children’s newest initiative. The event honors those who spread kindness throughout the community.

KINDNESS Saint Joseph kicks off Saturday

March 28, 2025 11:43 am Kendra Simpson

The KINDNESS Saint Joseph event is meant to foster and encourage kindness in the community.

See St. Joseph: Whiskey, wrestling and community service

March 27, 2025 6:10 am Kendra Simpson

St. Joseph will be lively over the weekend with wrestling matches, Renaissance celebrations and community service efforts.

Two people in custody after Sunday shooting

March 23, 2025 5:00 pm Kendra Simpson

Two people were detained after reports of shots fired inside the home of 609 N. 23rd St. on Sunday afternoon.

United Way brings way discussion panel “Taste of United Way”

March 22, 2025 5:00 pm Kendra Simpson

Kylee Strough, president of United Way, expressed her excitement of bringing back the discussion panel, “Taste of United Way.”

See St. Joseph: Springing into weekend entertainment

March 20, 2025 8:00 am Kendra Simpson

Left to right: Paul Ideker, Cheyenne Dorrell-Giles, Whitney Atha, Reid Atha, Ryan Rush, Megan Reed, Brooke Palmer, Jayme Marriott, Clara McKinney. The Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Joseph will soon have tickets available for its annual Empower Auction.

Three seriously injured in Saturday night crash

March 16, 2025 5:00 pm Kendra Simpson

STEWARTSVILLE, Mo. (News-Press NOW)–Three people were taken to Mosaic Life Care Saturday evening after a car crash in Dekalb County. At approximately 11:06 p.m. Saturday, a driver of a Mercury Sable failed to stop at a stop sign when traveling south on MO-31. The car struck a Kia Forte traveling east on US-36. The Mercury Sable skidded off the

Lions Club celebrates 72 years of pancakes and community service

March 16, 2025 5:00 pm Kendra Simpson

Every year, the Lions Club aims to serve 5,000 people pancakes to raise funds for eye and hearing assistance devices.

InspireU celebrates visitor milestones in first quarter

March 14, 2025 5:00 pm Kendra Simpson

The InspireU Discovery Center has welcomed nearly 22,000 visitors in its first quarter and looks forward to welcoming even more as spring break arrives.

St. Joseph Animal Shelter at capacity

March 13, 2025 5:00 pm Kendra Simpson

A puppy jumps up in his kennel at the St. Joseph Animal Shelter.

See St. Joseph: Irish celebrations and cosmic education

March 13, 2025 8:00 am Kendra Simpson

Citizens of St. Joseph celebrate the St. Patrick’s day parade along the streets of downtown.

Women of Junior League aim to fill community needs

March 12, 2025 5:00 pm Kendra Simpson

Samijo Mitchell, right, the president of the Junior League of St. Joseph, said the group offers women the opportunity to lead, volunteer and find the people they most resonate with.

Registration open for 11th annual Run/Walk for the Paws 5K

March 10, 2025 3:30 pm Kendra Simpson

A child sits with a dog in the 2023 Run/Walk for the Paws 5K.

Moila Shrine Circus celebrates 70 years of successful fundraising

March 9, 2025 5:00 pm Kendra Simpson

The Moila Shrine Circus is one of St. Joseph’s largest crowd pleasers with aerialists, clowns, animal performances and more.

Two seriously injured in Sunday morning crash

March 9, 2025 3:25 pm Kendra Simpson

Two men were seriously injured after a car crash Sunday morning. At 4:15 a.m. Sunday morning, a driver of a Ford F-150 crossed the center line of MO 46, colliding with a Dodge 1500. The Dodge traveled off the right side of the road and came to a stop off the north side of the road

Apple Blossom 5K adds new challenge to St. Joseph tradition

March 7, 2025 3:21 pm Kendra Simpson

The Apple Blossom 5K has added a new challenge to the long standing tradition that support Sisters of Solace and St. Joseph residents’ physical health.

See St. Joseph: performances galore

March 6, 2025 8:00 am Kendra Simpson

Shrek the Musical will be performed by the Robidoux Resident Theatre at the Missouri Theater from March 7 to 9.

UCP hosts 39th annual Chili Cookoff

March 2, 2025 4:36 pm Kendra Simpson

The annual chili cookoff offers more than just a chance to show off chili cooking skills, but also the opportunity to support a nonprofit.

Natalie Linthicum takes first place in regional spelling bee

March 1, 2025 4:34 pm Kendra Simpson

Linthicum couldn’t contain her excitement after being declared the champion of the Northwest Missouri Regional Spelling Bee.