“Ready to grow”: New city manager eager to further St. Joseph’s development
St. Joseph city manager Mike Schumacher speaks during an interview with News-Press NOW on Jan. 4 in St. Joseph.
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139th Airmen relish role in Chiefs flyover experience
From left, Sgt. Josh Rockhold (flight engineer), Maj. Shawn Lesny (pilot), Capt. Dave Reinert (combat systems operator) and Sgt. David Lacore (flight engineer evaluator), all members of the 139th Airlift Wing, stand in front of a C-130 Hercules inside a hanger at Rosecrans Air National Guard base in St. Joseph, Missouri. The men flew the same type of aircraft on Dec. 31, 2023, as part of a flyover at Arrowhead Stadium.
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Local couple shows you can never be too old to celebrate love
Charles and Rosalie Shields have been together for about 70 years. The couple still takes time to celebrate their many years of love and companionship every Valentine’s Day.
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Local parent teacher association celebrates its founders day with awards
Bode Middle School Principal, Mark Korell, middle, stands on stage at the Stoney Creek Hotel with supporters after receiving the 2025 PTA “Principal of the Year Award”.
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Local florists prepare for Valentine’s Day
One of the many Valentine’s Day bouquets sits in a cooler at Garden Gate Flowers, ready to be given to a Valentine.
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St. Joseph Museums updates Civil Rights exhibit
The St. Joseph Museums finished renovating its Civil Rights exhibit for Black History Month by highlighting additional figures and expanding on notable events from the era.
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Northwest presents Dracula Comedy
Northwest Missouri State University presents “Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors” play loosely based on the vampire tale. This is a 90-minute play with five actors portraying over 20 characters. The play runs at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 21 and at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22 in the Studio Theater at the Ron Huston
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Last chance to sign up for Albrecht-Kemper Valentine’s dinner
The Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art is hosting a Valentine’s dinner this Friday, Feb. 14, and Wednesday is the last day to secure a spot. The event is scheduled at 6:00 p.m. this Friday evening featuring a cash bar with special mixed drinks, a art talk with Director Eric Fuson, and a menu created by Chef
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Officials investigating after dead puppies found in suitcase
The St. Joseph Animal Control and Rescue is investigating the suitcase of dead puppies found last week at a local convenience store. Senior Animal Control Officer Steve Norman confirmed that three dead puppies were found in a suitcase behind Speedy’s convenience store, located at 2728 Messanie St. on Friday, Feb. 7. “We’re unsure how long
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Savannah School District contractor pleads guilty to three federal financial felonies
Anthony S. Moon pleaded guilty to three federal counts, including theft from a program receiving federal funds, wire fraud and theft from an employee benefit plan, which were filed by the United States Attorney for the Western District of Missouri in late January.
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SJSD considers implications of open enrollment proposal
Missouri HB 711 would establish transfer procedures to nonresident districts for students in public schools, or ‘open enrollment’ across the state.
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Bond project update, open enrollment discussed at school board work session
The St. Joseph School District Board of Education met for its monthly work session. Some items discussed were updates for the ongoing district bond project that’s covering costs for repairs at multiple facilities and the District’s Comprehensive School Improvement Plan (CSIP) updates. “Every single month, you’ll see the CSIP updates…” said SJSD Superintendent, Dr. Gabe
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A tailgate love story: local couple meets through Chiefs passion
Jay and Jen Martin met while attending Chiefs tailgate parties in 2003. Since, the two have gotten married, had a son and cheered on their favorite team every year.
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Valentine’s Day party for adults at inspireU Children’s Discovery Center
The inspireU Children’s Discovery Center, located at 521 Felix St., is hosting an adults-only Valentine’s Day event on Feb. 14.
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Puppy Bowl returns to River Bluff Brewing
For the third year, Friends of the St. Joseph Animal Shelter are teaming up with River Bluff Brewing to host the annual Puppy Bowl.
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Fireworks shop opens in anticipation of Chiefs Super Bowl win
PJ’s Fireworks, located at 20830 State Highway K opened its doors on Friday, Feb. 7 and will be open through Sunday, Feb. 9 for eager Chiefs fans. This is the first time the store will be open on Super Bowl Sunday.
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SJPD investigates building collapse at Tenth, Patee streets
The St. Joseph Police Department is investigating a building collapse on the corner of 10th and Patee streets that happened on Monday evening, Jan. 27. Assistant Fire Chief, Jamey McVicker told News-Press NOW on Tuesday, Jan. 28, the protocol for when they first arrived on the scene. “We had a regular response, which is about
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Hazel’s Downtown hosts book swap
St. Joseph residents exchanged books and their love for reading Sunday afternoon at the book swap hosted by Hazel’s Downtown.
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Underserved communities focus of high-speed internet access efforts
The need for reliable internet is becoming essential for accessing health care and employment opportunities as well as education.
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Emergency management invites community to weather spotting training
The National Weather Service for Kansas City and Pleasant Hill, Missouri, the Buchanan County Emergency Management Department and the St. Joseph Emergency Management Department are hosting the weather spotting training at 7 p.m. on Feb. 13 at Grace Calvary Chapel, located at 5103 S. 50th St.
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Businesses allow employees to wear Chiefs gear ahead of Super Bowl LIX
Many businesses in St. Joseph are allowing employees to wear Kansas City Chiefs attire to work this week ahead of Super Bowl LIX.
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United Way discusses accomplishments of 2024, looks to 2025
The United Way of Greater St. Joseph met on Thursday to discuss the accomplishments of the organization from 2024, as well as looking to what they want to achieve in 2025.
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Community invited to celebrate at African American Read-In
The African American Read-In will take place at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 23, at the Rolling Hills Library located in the Belt Branch’s upper story, 1906A N. Belt.
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Minions visit St. Joseph libraries
In honor of Take Your Child to the Library Day, a special guest visited St. Joseph.
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Cup of Joe program celebrates 10th anniversary
A local entrepreneurial program is celebrating its 10th anniversary.
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Event aims to help fathers and daughters have fun together
A local business is offering a fun opportunity for fathers and daughters to connect.
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Missouri Western officials negotiating return of Chiefs training camp
Efforts are underway to ensure the Kansas City Chiefs return to St. Joseph for training camp in the coming years. The team, which is preparing for its third consecutive Super Bowl appearance after having won the last two championships, has come to Missouri Western State University’s campus to prepare for the NFL season since 2010.
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Fans warned of Super Bowl ticket scams
With the Kansas City Chiefs preparing for a historical third appearance in a row at Super Bowl LIX, state officials are warning fans to avoid fraudulent ticket sellers. The state’s Attorney General Andrew Bailey is asking residents to be wary of any “too-good-to be-true” ticket prices as scammers are targeting excited fans. “With the Chiefs
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Traffic accident shuts down lane on I-29 Friday afternoon
St. Joseph law enforcement responded to an injury traffic accident, shutting down a lane on I-29.
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Local social services face “dire” hiring difficulties
Non-profit organizations in St. Joseph have struggled to find new staff for months with little to no luck. These organizations now worry about the future of their services.
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