Events Archives

Metaphysical Fair offers spiritual healing and education

April 27, 2025 4:12 pm Kendra Simpson

The Metaphysical Fair featured several different vendor stations including henna art, readers, crystals and more.

Trail Theatre hosts 10th annual Griffon Film Festival

April 25, 2025 10:21 am Kendra Simpson

Missouri Western Film students have worked nearly a year on their projects for their final student thesis.

Wellness fair aims to support local survivors

April 25, 2025 10:14 am Ashley Luthans

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The YWCA of St. Joseph is hosting a Wellness and Resource Fair on Friday, April 25 to help support survivors in the area.

See St. Joseph: magic right at home

April 24, 2025 6:00 am Kendra Simpson

The Spirit Fair will feature several vendors and practitioners in all things mystical.

Samaritan hosting ‘Taco ’bout it’ walk/5k

April 19, 2025 8:00 am Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — To encourage mental health discussions, the Samaritan Counseling Center held it’s “taco ’bout mental health” walk and 5k at the Bode Ice Arena. “It’s amazing what they do for our community,” 5k runner Matthew Payden said. “Community outreach is such a significant thing for us. But what they do

Albrecht-Kemper opens undergrad exhibit

April 17, 2025 11:58 am Kendra Simpson

The Juried Undergraduate Exhibition will feature artwork from university and college students nationwide.

See St. Joseph: treats and tacos

April 17, 2025 6:00 am Kendra Simpson

Easter at the Mansion is a long standing St. Joseph tradition full of Easter fun for the entire family.

Revolutions Lanes host bowling tournament

April 13, 2025 2:57 pm Kendra Simpson

Sunday’s bowling tournament had players competing for a $300 first place prize.

Lake Contrary-themed event to benefit St. Joseph Museums

April 10, 2025 10:21 am News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Museums is taking residents back in time to visit a well-known local leisure spot. “Rewind: A Time-Traveling Soirée to Lake Contrary,” will be held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Friday, May 30, at the St. Joseph Country Club, located at 50 Ridgeland Road. The fundraiser

Wyeth-Tootle Mansion to host Easter celebration

April 9, 2025 3:10 pm News-Press NOW

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

See St. Joseph: We’ve got magic to do

April 10, 2025 6:15 am Kendra Simpson

The 11th annual Run and Walk for the Paws 5k raises funds for the animal shelter while helping St. Joseph residents and their pets stay in shape.

Bridal Show relieves wedding season anxiety

April 6, 2025 2:39 pm Kendra Simpson

Many bridal parties attended Sunday’s Bridal Show, hosted by Andrea’s Sweet Occasions, to meet vendors and shop for wedding supplies.

See St. Joseph: dances, trots and swaps

April 3, 2025 6:00 am Kendra Simpson

Roughly 250 people showed up to support the Freudenthal Center for Parkinson’s Disease in the last year’s Tulip Trot.

Air Guard commander to lead Apple Blossom parade

March 31, 2025 1:53 pm News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The leader of the 139th Airlift Wing will head the 2025 Apple Blossom parade next month. Commander Barrett Golden has been selected to be the grand marshal, reflecting the military theme of the parade, “Salute!” The parade begins at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 3, at Noyes Boulevard and

Residents across St. Joseph urged to join spring clean-up

March 31, 2025 4:47 pm Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A local group is encouraging community members to engage in clean-up activities across St. Joseph during April. Organizers with Beautify St. Joseph hosted a 12-block clean-up event in Downtown during the weekend and are asking the public to help with additional efforts all month long. “Our mission this year

KINDNESS Saint Joseph raises money and spirits

March 30, 2025 7:29 pm Kendra Simpson

The first annual KINDNESS Saint Joseph is the Noyes Home for Children’s newest initiative. The event honors those who spread kindness throughout the community.

Whiskey, cigar festival takes place Friday

March 28, 2025 10:27 am Ashley Luthans

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The third annual Olde Fashioned Toasts and Smokes whiskey and cigar festival is taking place at Castle Bridge Event Center on Friday.

KINDNESS Saint Joseph kicks off Saturday

March 28, 2025 11:43 am Kendra Simpson

The KINDNESS Saint Joseph event is meant to foster and encourage kindness in the community.

TNA Wrestling takes over Civic Arena in preparation for events

March 27, 2025 10:44 am Kyle Schmidt

Preparations are underway to get the Civic Arena ready to rumble.

Summer camp offered for young inventors

March 26, 2025 3:13 pm News-Press NOW

Families can sign kids up now for a summer camp aimed at sparking their curiosity.

Choral Experience set for first performance

March 26, 2025 4:04 pm News-Press NOW

A new choral group in St. Joseph is making plans for its debut concert.

See St. Joseph: Whiskey, wrestling and community service

March 27, 2025 6:10 am Kendra Simpson

St. Joseph will be lively over the weekend with wrestling matches, Renaissance celebrations and community service efforts.

Lions Club celebrates 72 years of pancakes and community service

March 16, 2025 5:00 pm Kendra Simpson

Every year, the Lions Club aims to serve 5,000 people pancakes to raise funds for eye and hearing assistance devices.

United Way brings way discussion panel “Taste of United Way”

March 22, 2025 5:00 pm Kendra Simpson

Kylee Strough, president of United Way, expressed her excitement of bringing back the discussion panel, “Taste of United Way.”

Moila Shrine Circus celebrates 70 years of successful fundraising

March 9, 2025 5:00 pm Kendra Simpson

The Moila Shrine Circus is one of St. Joseph’s largest crowd pleasers with aerialists, clowns, animal performances and more.

Registration open for 11th annual Run/Walk for the Paws 5K

March 10, 2025 3:30 pm Kendra Simpson

A child sits with a dog in the 2023 Run/Walk for the Paws 5K.

Apple Blossom 5K adds new challenge to St. Joseph tradition

March 7, 2025 3:21 pm Kendra Simpson

The Apple Blossom 5K has added a new challenge to the long standing tradition that support Sisters of Solace and St. Joseph residents’ physical health.

UCP hosts 39th annual Chili Cookoff

March 2, 2025 4:36 pm Kendra Simpson

The annual chili cookoff offers more than just a chance to show off chili cooking skills, but also the opportunity to support a nonprofit.

Natalie Linthicum takes first place in regional spelling bee

March 1, 2025 4:34 pm Kendra Simpson

Linthicum couldn’t contain her excitement after being declared the champion of the Northwest Missouri Regional Spelling Bee.

Shrek the Musical to be performed at the Missouri Theater this weekend

March 4, 2025 2:22 pm Ashley Luthans

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Robidoux Resident Theatre of St. Joseph is entertaining the community once again this weekend with their production of Shrek the Musical.