By Charles Christian I had a mentor and professor who, after he made a profound point about growing in faith and walking in maturity, would sum things up by saying something like this: “So, on my good days, I find myself benefitting from this greatly.” This phrase, “on my good days,” has stuck with me
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By Kendra Simpson Sisters of Solace is working to change the stigma about addiction and its rehabilitation process through their “Recovery 101” sessions. Every Thursday in October, the nonprofit invites the public to join the conversation about how to best support those in rehabilitation. “We realized that so many people in the community need a
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By Mayra Garza, Head of Group Benefits Strategy and Retail Segment at Guardian and Shawn Patrick, Director of Strategic Growth at Kelsey National (Mayra Garza, Head of Group Benefits Strategy and Retail Segment at Guardian and Shawn Patrick, Director of Strategic Growth at Kelsey National) – Open Enrollment is here. For many Americans, this is
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By Charles Christian The hardest step to take is often the first step, and that is true when it comes to getting therapy. Therapists like Jeff Rabideaux and Emily Bowman at Fisher Counseling Services in St. Joseph said that the “person-centered” approach used my most counselors today can help overcome a client’s reluctance or hesitation.
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John and Deb (Markt) Severe are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. They were married on Oct. 18, 1974, at the Clair United Methodist Church, in St. Joseph. Their children are Jason, Ainsworth, Nebraska, and Jacob (Alina), Bucharest, Romania. They have one grandchild, Jonathan. John has been retired sin March, 2016, and Deb retired in December,
Continue ReadingJoyce Howard is celebrating her 90th birthday on Oct. 19, 2024. Come join us to celebrate at Living Community, St. Joseph, from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Living Community Reception Hall, to laugh and remember the “Good Ole Days”. Cards may be sent to her at Living Community.
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Robert Lee “Bob” Brown will be turning 90 on Oct. 13, 2024. He is married to Shirley and has two sons, Richard “Craig” Brown (Kathy) and Robert “Scott” Brown, as well as a step-son, Terry Price. Bob is the grandfather to Nola Streich (Russ) and Kira Brown, and great-grandpa to Hunter Vice and Bostyn Vice.
Continue ReadingBy Charles Christian This is not a sports column. However, the recent passing of baseball legend Pete Rose at the age of 83, can provide a short exercise in theological concepts like confession, forgiveness and reconciliation. Rose, who played in the major leagues from 1963 to 1986 (an impressive feat in itself) still holds many
Continue ReadingBy NewsUSA (NewsUSA) – According to a recent Houzz report, kitchens remain the most renovated interior room (29%), followed closely by guest and primary bathrooms (27% and 25%, respectively). In 2023, the median spend for kitchen renovations climbed by 20% to $24,000, while primary bath projects saw an 11% increase, reaching $15,000. With home improvement
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By Kyle Schmidt A $125,000 grant will target youth substance abuse issues in Andrew County. Money from the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy’s Drug-Free Communities Support Program will be coming to the Andrew County Health and Safety Coalition during the next five years for programs to prevent substance abuse in young people.
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Billie Sollars will celebrate her 90th birthday on Oct. 13, 2024. She was born in Barnard, Missouri, on Friday, Oct. 13, 1934. The family of Billie Sollars would like to invite you to a celebration in honor of her 90th Birthday on Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024, at Woodson Chapel Christian Church, located at 2525 St.
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The Benton High School class of 1964 reunion took place on Sept. 7, 2024, at the Hoof ‘n Horn restaurant, in St. Joseph. Those in attendance for the 60th reunion were: Seated: George Kobezj, Ila Landers, Bob Fleckal, Joan Burnside Fleckal, Marty Parrish Mears, Charlie Mears, Mary Wells, Karen Reece Swan, Mary DeWeese, Russel McCamy,
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Standing left to right, are Elizabeth Sellars (great-grandmother), Katrina Boudreau (mother), Kristyl Quimby (grandmother), and sitting is Waiva Jean Radmer (great-great-grandmother) holding her great-great-granddaughter, Jordyn Michelle Elizabeth Greene, born Aug. 15, 2024.
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By Charles Christian I was reading recently that not only do immediate personal issues affect our mood and our health, but the news around us can impact us, as well. The headlines that we’re bombarded with on the internet, television and in newspapers, even though they may be far away or not related directly to
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By Mark Gibbons, President/CEO of RetireSafe (Mark Gibbons, President/CEO of RetireSafe) – With the start of Medicare’s open enrollment period, it’s important that older Americans explore their healthcare options to make the best choice for their unique needs. Seniors eligible for Medicare benefits have the choice of enrolling in traditional Medicare (also known as fee-for-service)
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By NewsUSA (NewsUSA) – The challenges of military life don’t always end when the mission does. For many in our military community – both active duty and veterans alike – there’s an ongoing, often silent struggle with mental health. This fall, as we observe Mental Health Awareness Month in October and honor our service members
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By NewsUSA (NewsUSA) – Life is uncertain, and there is no time like the present to be sure that you have life insurance in place. A life insurance plan provides affordable and lasting financial protection for you and your loved ones, and it does not have to be expensive. Budget-friendly options make life insurance accessible
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By Charles Christian If you find yourself with less energy and motivation this time of year, you may be experiencing Seasonal Affective Disorder. The syndrome, known as “SAD,” occurs when a person experiences symptoms of depression that are specifically brought on by seasonal change. Deidre Hunter, who directs counseling care at the Family Guidance Center,
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Bob and JoAnne Lewis, Stanberry, Missouri, will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on Oct. 5, 2024. They were married on that day in 1974 at the Guilford United Methodist Church by the Rev. Joe Munshaw. They are the parents of two sons, Jeremy Lewis and Aaron Lewis, both of St. Joseph. Bob is currently
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Laveta Bunse will celebrate her 95th birthday on Saturday, September 28, 2024. Cards can be sent to 506 Meadowcrest, St. Joseph, MO 64506.
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Dean Ferguson, of Cosby, Missouri, will celebrate his 90th birthday, Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024. Dean retired in 1997 after 23 years of hauling milk in the Cosby-Helena area. He married Nola Heller in January, 1954, and they are the parents of Keith (Malea) Ferguson, Cosby, Lisa (Doug) Hodge, Foxfield, Colorado, and Brenda (Bob) Wray, Olathe,
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Peggy Miller turned 90 on Sept. 21, 2024. She was born in Clinton, Missouri, on Sept. 21, 1934. Friends and family celebrated Peggy’s 90th birthday on Saturday, Sept. 21, in Lakeway, Texas. Peggy married Harvey “H.D.” Miller on July 26, 1948, in St. Joseph. He passed away on May 25, 2012. Present at the celebration
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By NewsPress Now The Missouri Western State University Alumni Association will honor 11 individuals at the annual Alumni Award Banquet during Homecoming Week. The banquet will be held on Oct. 18 from 6-8:30 p.m. in the Fulkerson Center. The event is open to everyone and the cost is $40 per person. For more information and
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By Charles Christian A pastor invited a younger colleague to a professional basketball game. The young man had not been to many pro games, so he was excited to be included. My friend was a sports chaplain, so he got in free and was allowed to invite a friend to the games. The young man
Continue ReadingThe Annual Northwest Missouri Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center Retirement Luncheon will be held on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024, between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the Joyce Raye Patterson Center, located at 100 S. 10th St., St. Joseph. Please bring a side dish. Coffee, tea, and luncheonware will be provided. Please come and share your past
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The Northeast Kansas Eagles Softball team has selected their roster to represent their team this year that consists of girls from Atchison, Brown, and Doniphan County Kansas. Congratulations to Emmah Gilmore, Olivia Hansen, Khloe Wissler, Emily Gaddis, Juliet Pankau, Elliot Lorenz, Rohen Otte, Anna Hunt, Lillian Gilmore, Sophia Martin, and Mia Martin. These players tried
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By NewsPress Now Pony Express Scouting America is pleased to announce that Dalylah Rybolt was selected Sept. 14 as Section G-5 Vice Chief of the National Order of the Arrow program. Dalylah is a senior at Maryville High School and an Eagle Scout from Troop 74. She competed with scouts from Kansas, Nebraska and Iowa
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By Charles Christian We were born into a unique situation. We have unique personalities and gifts. We are also born into unique families and communities. Some families and communities are loving, caring and nurturing. Others are neglectful and even harmful. However, most either express thanks for the healthy community they were raised in or at
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By NewsPress Now LINCOLN, Ne. — Alison Sithole of St. Joseph, a graduate of Central High School, is among 10 first-year students who have been chosen for the fourth cohort of the Kiewit Scholars Program in the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s College of Engineering. Sithole is majoring in construction management at the university. More than 270
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By NewsPress Now A St. Joseph native has been chosen to be part of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s homecoming court. James Jura is biochemistry major with chemistry and humanities in medicine minors. He is involved in Sigma Phi Epsilon, Interfraternity Council, Order of Omega, Mortar Board and Big Red Bags Cornhole Club. UNL will hold
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