An independent bookstore in Downtown St. Joseph received a gift from author James Patterson who is spending the holiday season supporting independent sellers, according to News-Press Now. The Story Collective received the James Patterson Holiday Bookstore Bonus which gives $500 to 600 store across the country. Owner Ashley Dawson told News-Press she plans to use…
The Nodaway County Senior Center will host its 34th annual Christmas Day Buffet on Dec. 25 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. It is a free will donation open to the public and dine in, drive-thru and home delivery options available. Call 660-562-3999 to place an order.
The St. Joseph Veterans Affairs Clinic opened its new facility to the public on Monday. The building is located at 4782 Sienna Drive and features additional exam rooms, a room for physical therapy and access to a Chiropractor, according to News-Press Now. The clinic expanded its services with the new facility including same-day Women’s Health,…
The AFL-CIO Adopt-A-Family Christmas Program told News-Press Now that it still has more than 400 families needing help this holiday. AFL-CIO said 893 families enrolled, and 447 families have already been adopted. The organization is also behind in funding for the program to help its in-house adoption gift room, which opens Dec. 18. Monetary donations…
The Missouri Department of Transportation announced planned road makes in the Northwest Missouri region. Route NN will be closed until further notice at the Platte River Bridge west of Parnell due to significant bridge deterioration. The bridge is scheduled for the March 2025 contractor.
Community Missions in St. Joseph is looking to turn its cold weather shelter into a 24-hour facility. The organization already provides resources and shelter to the homeless community, which cost $62,000 to operate for 50 days last year. To operate 24-hour a day annually, it would cost an over $700,000 to operate, according to News-Press…
William Coy’s Farm to Table Restaurant will close its doors for good Saturday at 10 p.m., according to a Facebook post from the restaurant. According to the Maryville Forum, the City of Maryville announced that the two sides “mutually agreed” not to renew the lease at the Mozingo Event Center at Mozingo Lake Recreation Park.…
The Clarinda Chamber of Commerce has announced on Facebook that it was recognized as the Best Chamber of Commerce in Southwest Iowa for 2024. The award was given by the Best of Southwest Iowa organization which highlight exceptional contribution to local business and individuals, according to its website. The chamber said this award was made…
Buchanan County Emergency Medical Services’ deadline for Emergency Medical Technician students is December 14. Buchanan County EMS is offering a 21-week EMT training course beginning Jan. 14 and will hold evening classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The fee cost of the course is $1,700 with a $100 deposit, which includes textbooks and a Chromebook for the…
13 individuals were selected by Mosaic Medical Center – Maryville to receive the 2024 MMC-M Auxiliary and St. Francis Foundation scholarships. According to a news release, the scholarships total around $13,000 in funding this year. Recipients include RNs Kristen Nielson, Stephen Sporleder, Jodi Griffin, Kenzie White, Brooke Schmitz; LNPs Mia Roush, Kensley Wood and Krystal…