KinderClub sessions offer school readiness information
Kinder Club returns to St. Joseph elementary schools, offering parents and students resources on vital school skills necessary for development.
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Entries being accepted for 39th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Participants march down Frederick Avenue as spectators watch during a previous St. Patrick’s Day Parade in St. Joseph. This year’s parade will be on March 15.
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Student gets new bike thanks to kindness from a stranger
Lindbergh student Kasen Hubbard was distraught to find his bike had been stolen. Thankfully, St. Joseph resident Jean Johnson replaced it, complete with a new lock for good measure.
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One in custody in Walmart shooting as police respond to standoff, second shooting
A person of interest in a weekend shooting is in custody following an afternoon of heavy police activity north of Downtown St. Joseph. The person arrested is connected to a Feb. 9 shooting at the North Belt Walmart, Sgt. Richard McGregory of the St. Joseph Police Department said. The arrest comes as two police incidents
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Polaris Software launches, SJPD efficiency expected to rise
City residents have the opportunity to register security cameras through a platform used by law enforcement to keep communities safe. The St. Joseph Police Department launched its Polaris Camera registry which will aid investigations and incidents throughout the city. “We’re introducing a new program; its the same software that we use for our body worn
Continue Reading Juvenile in custody following standoff
Police are engaged in a standoff in the 800 block of N. 10th Street Wednesday afternoon.
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Boldridge family legacy: Inspiring the next generation of horse riders
Horse riding traces back many decades for the Boldridge family in Atchison, Kansas.
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City crews, emergency departments prepare for winter storm
One St. Joseph Streets Department employee scrapes old road salt off of a plow on Jan 6. City road crews are projected to be plowing roads well into the middle of the week after Winter Storm Blair.
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WWI explosive brought to local fire department
The St. Joseph Fire Department
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Police want to speak with person of interest in Sunday Walmart shooting
Police have a person of interest in connection to a shooting at the North Belt Walmart in St. Joseph Sunday morning.
Investigators with the St. Joseph Police Department have determined that the suspect and the victim, both juveniles, are known to each other and this is an isolated incident. A motive for the shooting has not been determined but a person of interest, who is a juvenile, has been identified and is wanted for questioning.
The investigation remains ongoing and police urge anyone with information regarding the incident to call 816-271-4777 or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers or relevant tip line at 816-238-8477.
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Missouri bill proposes penalty increase on expired temp tags
A license plate reader on a St. Joseph police vehicle is shown.
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Super Bowl season bringing business to local bakeries
Love & Frosting Bakeshop sell many Chiefs-themed desserts around Super Bowl season.
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InspireU Children’s Museum sees more than 11,000 visitors since opening
InspireU Children’s Discovery Museum Director Katherine Patterson-Paronto speaks during an interview with News-Press NOW in February in Downtown St. Joseph.
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Buchanan County flu cases spike as U.S. reaches 15-year high
An employee inspects a shelf filled with cold medicine on Thursday at Rogers Pharmacy in St. Joseph.
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Snow disruptions can present complications for parents, guardians
School supplies are shown stacked on a shelf at the InterServ Southside Afterschool Center in 2024 in St. Joseph.
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On back nine of long career, Kempf’s tenure defined by dedication to parks
St. Joseph Parks, Recreation and Civic Facilities Director Chuck Kempf talks during an interview with News-Press NOW outside Phil Welch Stadium in 2024.
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“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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