The Dance Arts Center Performing Arts Company (DACPAC) participated in the Sheer Elite dance competition in April. DACPAC received the awards below: Groups “Toy Story” was a hip hop dance performed by Cara Buhman, Claire Bolinger, Elizabeth Chavez, Elliana Beck, Emilee Dilley, Henry Pilgram, Holly Johnson, Jude KImmel, Rory Bolinger, and Sydney Miljavic. “Toy Story”
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Tim Miejan, a staff writer and editor with the St. Joseph News-Press from 1984-1995, recently self-published his first novel, Beyond the Wall (450 pages, $11.99 softcover, $22.99 hardcover, $3.99 Kindle, on Amazon), a powerful and thought-provoking tale that challenges readers to confront the harsh realities of a divided society. Beyond the Wall takes place in
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On Saturday, March 29, members and friends of the Pony Express Council, Scouting America gathered at the St. Joseph Country Club to celebrate the success and achievements of Scouting leaders and community volunteers from the region. With over 200 guests in attendance, the evening kicked off with a social hour and plated dinner before the
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Martha Canchola, wonderful mother, grandma, loving sister and friend to many, is celebrating her 85th birthday on April 26, 2025. She was born on that date in 1940. Martha married Jessie Canchola on June 23, 1956. He passed away on April 23, 2009. Martha has five children; four grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Cards
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If you love history we are seeking comments and sponsors to support this column. Contact Bobat robertmford@aol.com for details. Frontal assaults on an entrenched position rarely work. I get the idea, throwing a massive group of men at the enemy’s main line, designed to overwhelm them for a quick decisive victory. There’s a fine line
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A local choral group for students is celebrating 55 years.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A new indoor pool is closer to reality at the YMCA, thanks to a fundraiser held Monday morning. Volunteers started biking at 5:30 a.m. Monday with a goal of raising $5,000 for the pool. That milestone was crushed early on, with callers continuing to donate throughout the event, which
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April 14, 2025 Pet Pals
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — “Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here, but has risen. Remember how he told you, while he was still in Galilee, that the Son of Man must be handed over to sinners, and be crucified, and on the third day rise again”
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Community members gathered on Saturday morning to run/walk in a 5K benefiting the Friends of the Animal Shelter.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Shakespeare Chateau Guild is highlighting six historic locations for an up-close look at some of St. Joseph’s finest examples of stained glass. The locations will be featured on a tour, St. Joseph’s Architectural Jewelry: a tour of extraordinary stained glass, from noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday, April 27. According to
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — High school students learned about the connection between mental health and substance use through a summit hosted by the Youth Alliance on Friday.
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By scanning the QR code, pet owners can apply for financial assistance to spay and neuter their dogs or cats.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Those who find themselves in need of legal advice or representation in St. Joseph have a free resource to advocate for them.Legal Aid of Western Missouri has offices throughout the area, including one in Downtown St. Joseph. Managing Attorney Will Kariker said the office’s four attorneys handle many family
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Generally speaking, Abraham Lincoln had a big problem during the Civil War … many of his top generals didn’t get along. Between some of them it was so contemptuous they sabotaged each other’s strategies and actions, costing soldiers lives. Fact is, to become a general you had to be
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Families are invited to a special Easter event next weekend at the Wyeth-Tootle Mansion. The St. Joseph Museums is hosting its annual Easter at the Mansion celebration from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 19, at the mansion, 1100 Charles St. The free event will include an Easter
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Students, faculty, staff and alumni from Missouri Western took part in “The Big Event” on Wednesday.
Continue Reading St. Joseph Animal Shelter highlights lap dog ‘Anakin.’
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — An annual educational event for children ages 6 and under will take place at the Civic Arena on Tuesday, April 15.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A local concert series is returning to St. Joseph starting on June 1. Imagine Eleven is a free summer concert series hosted at Coleman Hawkins Park, Seventh and Felix St., every Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. This year’s lineup includes: Swift Kik – June 1 Phil Vandel Band
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Joseph Company continued its 3D Journey series on Tuesday morning with Session 8: Amplifying Echoes. The goal of the program is to help people in the community become transformational coaches within their industry or area of expertise. The meetings allow for people to share their thoughts and perspectives
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A community blood drive is set to take place at the Downtown Library next week. On Friday, April 11, the Community Blood Center and Downtown Library will team up to collect much-needed donations from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. To make an appointment, visit savealifenow.org/group and enter group code: EI3N.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — More than 50 high school teams are coming to St. Joseph the next two weekends to participate in a baseball tournament for a good cause. Kevin Kerns, co-owner of Walkoff Wood Bat Co., said profits from the event will go towards the Mosaic Behavioral Health Patient Assistance Fund. “A
Continue Reading ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A big trend among many people who find themselves desperately needing a better night’s sleep is the use of “white noise.”White noise is background noise, which can include anything from the sound of ocean waves to peaceful music meant to help people calm their minds and drift into peaceful
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph residents gathered at the sidewalks along the intersection of the Belt Highway and Frederick Ave. on Saturday to peacefully protest against President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Benton High School’s theatre department will present “Puffs — The Play” beginning next week. The show will be performed at Benton’s auditorium at 5655 S. Fourth Street, at 7 p.m. each night from April 10 through 12. Tickets are $8 for adults and $3 for students and can be
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SAVANNAH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A student from Andrew County, 8-year-old Noah Noland, donated his savings to Savannah’s Safe Haven Baby Box.
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Jamie Rosenthal celebrated his 85th birthday on a once-in-a-lifetime cruise to the Greek Isles to Mykonos & Santorini with his kids and favorite friends and relatives. Email a birthday wish to aprilfool04011940@aol.com
Continue Reading Jamie Rosenthal celebrated his 85th birthday on a once-in-a-lifetime cruise to the Greek Isles to Mykonos & Santorini with his kids and favorite friends and relatives. Email a birthday wish to aprilfool04011940@aol.com
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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Lafayette High School’s theatre department is taking its one-act play to state.
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