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Maybe the first step toward changing a community isn’t convincing people to believe something that isn’t true. Maybe it’...
08/25/2026

Maybe the first step toward changing a community isn’t convincing people to believe something that isn’t true. Maybe it’s helping them see something that already is ...

Over the last 10 months, I’ve had the unusual pleasure of spending a lot of time talking with people all over St. Joseph.

“I want them to embrace this day, to have a fantastic learning experience throughout the school year.” - St. Joseph Scho...
08/25/2026

“I want them to embrace this day, to have a fantastic learning experience throughout the school year.” - St. Joseph School District Superintendent Ashly McGinnis

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Backpacks were packed, classrooms were ready and a familiar mix of nerves and excitement filled the air Tuesday as St. Joseph School District students

“It’s been an exceptionally busy summer. Tomorrow morning students will walk into buildings that are all ready for them....
08/25/2026

“It’s been an exceptionally busy summer. Tomorrow morning students will walk into buildings that are all ready for them.” - Casey Housman, director of operations and warehousing, told the Board of Education Monday night

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — After a summer marked by school consolidations, building moves, playground relocations and traffic changes, St. Joseph School District officials say its facilities are ready

“We have a lot of work to do still. We recognize that we have opportunities for growth. But right now, we’re celebrating...
08/25/2026

“We have a lot of work to do still. We recognize that we have opportunities for growth. But right now, we’re celebrating the academic performance of our kids.” - Stacia Studer told the St. Joseph School District Board of Education

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. — The St. Joseph School District reported significant gains in student proficiency across all four tested subject areas, with district leaders saying the results could help boost

“We’re always here for you. ... It doesn’t end the day you graduate. It continues throughout anytime you’re around. If y...
08/25/2026

“We’re always here for you. ... It doesn’t end the day you graduate. It continues throughout anytime you’re around. If you need something. If you feel like you're slipping a little bit, reach out." - Judge Daniel F. Kellogg

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Receiving applause from their families and words of encouragement from county officials, graduates of the Buchanan County Drug Court Program were honored Monday for

“It represents our belief that investing in future educators is one of the most meaningful contributions we can make." -...
08/24/2026

“It represents our belief that investing in future educators is one of the most meaningful contributions we can make." - Ron Woolsey

MARYVILLE, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A Kansas City-area family with strong ties to Northwest Missouri State University has enhanced a scholarship established in their name to assist students who are

“We have really good kids here. ... They’re never afraid to work and do what we ask them to do.” - Mid-Buchanan football...
08/24/2026

“We have really good kids here. ... They’re never afraid to work and do what we ask them to do.” - Mid-Buchanan football coach Aaron Fritz -- Pick up your copy of the 2026 Pigskin Preview in this week's edition of the St. Joseph News-Press Weekender.

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Mid-Buchanan has become a powerhouse football program. Under head coach Aaron Fritz, the team hasn’t seen a losing season since 2017. In the eight

“These events have always been sold out. ... Houseplants are very popular. They help create a beautiful, relaxing enviro...
08/24/2026

“These events have always been sold out. ... Houseplants are very popular. They help create a beautiful, relaxing environment. It will be a fun day.” - Sharon Weiser, Houseplant Palooza organizer

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Houseplant enthusiasts will have a chance to learn from one of Instagram’s most popular voices on indoor plant care when the Northwest Missouri Master

UNION STAR, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Two pedestrians, including a child, suffer serious injuries after being struck by a c...
08/24/2026

UNION STAR, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Two pedestrians, including a child, suffer serious injuries after being struck by a car in Union Star on Aug. 21.

UNION STAR, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Two pedestrians, including a child, suffered serious injuries after being struck by a car in Union Star on Aug. 21.

“The Drive to Feed Kids highlights what Missouri agriculture can accomplish when we work together." - Ashley McCarty, ex...
08/24/2026

“The Drive to Feed Kids highlights what Missouri agriculture can accomplish when we work together." - Ashley McCarty, executive director of Missouri Farmers Care

SEDALIA, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — At the 2026 Missouri State Fair, agricultural leaders, Missouri FFA and Missouri 4-H members and partners celebrated another successful Missouri Farmers Care Foundation Drive to

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