St. Joseph police are investigating a shooting reported Sunday afternoon at an apartment complex on North 8th Street. Officers responded to the call just after noon and found signs of a shooting upon arrival. The area was secured, and one person was taken into custody. No injuries were reported, and the investigation is ongoing.
Nodaway County will hold its Annual Veterans Day Observance at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, November 11, at the American Legion Post 100 Hall in Maryville. The ceremony features guest speaker Major General Wayne Pierson, Ret., and will be followed by a 21-gun salute and a free lunch. Several other community, school, and American Legion events…
Drivers in St. Joseph should be aware of overnight roadwork on the Belt Highway. Patching is scheduled from 8 p.m. Thursday to 6 a.m. Friday. Crews will begin near Interstate 29 and work south toward Easton Road. Motorists should anticipate the work and potential delays during those hours.
Drivers in St. Joseph faced significant traffic delays Tuesday evening due to construction at the BNSF railroad crossing on the Stockyards Expressway (Missouri Route 759). The work, which caused standstills on the South Side, was originally scheduled to end at 5 p.m. but is now expected to wrap up around 9 p.m. Tuesday. Motorists should…
A Cole County judge has scheduled a December 15th review for a redistricting lawsuit filed by the Missouri NAACP. The lawsuit challenges the constitutionality of the legislature’s special session on redistricting, arguing it required an updated census. A judge previously denied the NAACP’s request to halt the session, and the court is now considering a…
St. Joseph city departments recently partnered with the Red Cross for the first-ever Community Safety Fair, an event focused on neighborhood cleanup and resident safety. The effort brought together the Fire Department, Police, and Parks Department to connect with the community. During the fair, the Red Cross installed free smoke detectors in homes, while city…
St. Joseph’s historic Krug Park is now undergoing extensive improvements as part of a $12.7 million modernization project. Crews have begun specialized masonry work on the 102-year-old castle, which will be transformed internally with a new reception area, restrooms, and event space. The adjacent playground is also set to become a new theater-style entertainment venue.…
The St. Joseph Animal Shelter is appealing to the public for help amid a critical shortage of dog and cat food. Officials cite difficult economic times and declining donations as the primary causes for the shortfall. The shelter specifically needs adult dry dog food from the Purina One, Pro Plan, or Diamond Naturals brands, as…
Local high school cheer squads saw strong results at the Missouri Cheerleading Coaches Association State Championships this past weekend. St. Joseph Central and Savannah High School both captured second-place finishes in their respective divisions. Lathrop High School secured third place in the Large Coed division, while Putnam County High School was crowned state champion in…
The Greater Maryville Chamber of Commerce has recognized Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp., U.S.A. as its October Business of the Month. The recognition highlights the company’s operational standards, support for local economic initiatives, and commitment to the community. Kawasaki Motors is Nodaway county’s largest employer and has been the primary production site for the company’s general…