By Charles Christian September is traditionally called “harvest month.” Because the Bible was written during an era when many people lived in farming communities, it is filled with stories and lessons about “the harvest.” Even though farmers work all year long raising various crops, designating a specific harvest month can remind us of important lessons
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By Ashley Luthans Since 2003, Sept. 10 has been recognized as World Suicide Prevention Day. Suicide is an international problem, claiming the lives of over 700,000 people every year. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 49,000 people died by suicide in the United States in 2022, equaling one death every
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Judy and Lou Hanway are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on Sept. 14, 2024. They were married at St. Patrick Parish Church on Sept. 14, 1974. Their children are Anthony and Melissa Hanway and Nathaniel and Courtney Hanway. They also have three grandchildren, Reagan Hanway, Audrie Hanway, and Beau Hanway. Lou retired in 2021 from
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Jim and Becky Behrend were married on Aug. 31, 1974, by the late Rev. Dick Lionberger at the Savannah Ave. Baptist Church. They have two children, daughter, Amy Behrend-Smith, and son, Curtis Behrend. Jim is retired from K-Mart and Becky is retired from Family Guidance. Cards may be sent to the honorees at 2603 S.
Continue ReadingBy Charles Christian About 30 years ago, the founder of Eckerd Drugs, along with a prominent Christian author, wrote a book entitled, “Your Work Matters to God.” Many would think this book was only meant for pastors or nonprofit leaders. However, the book was for an all-inclusive audience: accountants, salespeople, farmers, plumbers, etc. The book
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Elliot Roman Burleson is the newest member of this five generation family. The grandmas all traveled to Jacksonville, North Carolina, to capture this wonderful event in our family. Seated with Elliot is great-great-grandmother, Shirley Portman Helsel. Standing left to right is great-grandmother, Cindy Portman, grandmother, Kami Jones, and mother, Arianna Fish. Welcome to our World,
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Jim and Sheila Ruse, of Gallatin, Missouri, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Aug. 10, 2024, with family and close friends. Their celebration was held at their country home with gorgeous weather. Their eldest daughter, Kimberly Critten, her spouse, Kent, and children, Taylor and Trace, helped host the party for them. Catering was provided by
Continue ReadingFreeman Chapel Baptist Church, 2600 SE 144th Rd. Stewartsville, Missouri, is hosting a Fish Fry and Gospel Concert on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. Bring side dish to share. Concert will feature Lori King and Junction 63 at 7 p.m. Free will offering will be taken for the performers. If you have any
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By NewsPress Now Members of the Mid-Buchanan and DeKalb FFA Chapters joined more than 725 FFA members and agricultural leaders at the Missouri State Fair on Tuesday, Aug. 13, for the Missouri State FFA Food Insecurity Day of Service. The event is held in conjunction with the Missouri Farmers Care Foundation Drive to Feed Kids,
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By Charles Christian We start learning from the very beginning. We go from full dependence to greater independence, especially when it comes to basic functions. Even if there are physical limitations that limit our independence, we still learn and grow. There is a sense in which we are always learning and growing. Some continue the
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Richard “Stan” and Lavon (Carter) Wilson are celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary on Sept. 12, 2024. They were married on Sept. 12, 1954, in St. Joseph. Their children are Richard (Debby), Wichita, Kansas, Robin (Jeff Pettijohn), Country Club, Missouri, and Randy (Carol), North Kansas City, Missouri. Their grandchildren are Brad Wilson (Kodi), Brian Wilson (Jenny),
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Ronald and LaFaun Bell are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on Aug. 24, 2024. They were married on Aug. 24, 1974. Cards may be sent to them at 6014 Jimtown Road, St. Joseph, MO 64505
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Ron and Elaine Baker will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on Aug. 28, 2024. They were married in St. Joseph on Aug. 28, 1964. Their children are son, Scott Baker (deceased), and daughter, Dana (Donnie) DeSpain. They have two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Cards may be sent to them at 922 Morgan St, St. Joseph,
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By NewsPress Now Ronald and LaFaun Bell are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on Aug. 24, 2024. They were married on Aug. 24, 1974. Cards may be sent to them at 6014 Jimtown Road, St. Joseph, MO 64505
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By Charles Christian Mistakes are embarrassing. I remember seeing a commercial featuring a college bass drummer in a marching band. During the halftime show in front of a national audience, he turned the wrong way and had to quickly step to the side when everyone else was suddenly marching toward him. The commercial, which was
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Gene and Joyce (Harr) Bollman will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on Aug. 21, 2024. They were married in 1964 at the Cosby Zion Evangelical United Brethren Church, in Cosby, Missouri, by the Rev. Lester Sander and the Rev. Lowell Wendland. The couple has faithfully served in many capacities at this church which is now
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Shirley “Dee” Inman Frye will be celebrating her 90th birthday on Aug. 16, 2024. Dee will also be celebrating her 72nd anniversary with her husband, Ernie Frye, Aug. 23, 2024. Dee and Ernie, long time residents of St Joseph, now reside at Senior Living Residential Care at 1317 N 36th St., St Joseph, MO 64506.
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Natural disasters like hurricanes, tornadoes, floods and wildfires are happening more frequently each year. They’re also becoming more unpredictable, with many disasters taking place outside of the traditional storm season. Despite the fact that an overwhelming majority of Americans—86%—are concerned that natural disasters will increase in the coming years, many households
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By Charles Christian Any new adventure can increase stress levels. New adventures can also get our adrenaline pumping and sharpen our focus. New jobs, new environments, new relationships and even a new school year can provide opportunities to break out of our daily ruts by challenging us to adjust our thinking and actions to adapt.
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By Leah Rainwater Stress is something that comes naturally to human beings, and with school starting in less than a week, anxiety levels are high for many. Aug. 15 is National Relaxation Day, which serves as a chance to remind us to slow down, unwind and take a breather. Estella Stufflebean is an incoming second
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By Kyle Schmidt Benedictine Living Community hosted a special type of first aid class recently, helping people identify mental health crises and understand how to respond. Laney Partin, a mental health training specialist with Preferred Family Health, talked about the similarities between the class and CPR training. “We talk about how mental health first aid
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By Charles Christian Running has been popular for centuries. What started as a method to simply get from place to place faster has become the subject of athletic competition in virtually every country in the world. Millions of people are focused on the Summer Olympics in Paris, where runners compete for medals. It seems that
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By Kyle Schmidt Many go through medical trainings for skills like CPR, but learning how to handle mental health emergencies is vital as well, which is why a Mental Health First Aid workshop is coming to St. Joseph next week to help teach residents what to do in crises. Benedictine Living Community is teaming up
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By NewsPress Now St. Joseph, Missouri — The 2024 Mayor’s Awards for the Arts celebrated 33 years as the awards were presented at the Allied Arts Council’s annual meeting on July 18, 2024. St. Joseph Mayor John Josendale spoke about the arts in St. Joseph as the ceremony began. “St. Joseph is known for its
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By Charles Christian Teachers have been highly respected throughout history. In Ancient Greece, revolutionary teachers like Socrates, Plato and Aristotle not only influenced the Roman Empire, but they also impacted centuries of thinkers and leaders. The Bible is filled with references to “teaching” and “teachers.” In the Old Testament, the word “rabbi,” who was the
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Each year, September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance is a chance to turn a dark day in the nation’s history into a day of doing good. Now federally recognized, it’s become the largest American day of service, honoring all those who demonstrated extraordinary compassion and courage in the aftermath
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Henry Davis, Class of 2024, graduated from the Accasius Page School of Electric Learning, a local homeschool. Henry was the valedictorian of his class, in addition he also received the history award, the good citizens award and principals honor roll. Henry was also a two year program student at Hillyard Technical School, in the electronics
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Doris Wyckoff is turning 90 on Aug. 5, 2024. She was born on Aug. 5, 1934. Her children and grandchildren will be celebrating her birthday at an open house on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Brookdale Church Fellowship Hall. Come help her celebrate!
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Norman and Debbie (Page) Rollett will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on July 27, 2024. They were married at the DeKalb Christian Church, in DeKalb, Missouri, on July 27, 1974. They have lived all of their life in this area. They have two children, Clint (Kristi) Rollett, Savannah, Missouri, and Courtney Rollett, St. Joseph.
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By Charles Christian A break-up song from the 1970s has the singer lamenting about his ex, “We just disagree.” The chorus of the song begins this way: “So, let’s leave it alone because we can’t see eye to eye; there’s only you and me, and we just disagree.” Break-up songs are always sad. However, I
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