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Yahoo
15-06-2025
- Automotive
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Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety opens grant funds to help reduce injuries and fatalities
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One Missouri program aims to help reduce injuries and fatalities on the road through grant funds. The Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety (NWMCRS) has opened applications for agencies and organizations across northwest Missouri to apply for grants for highway and safety resources. According to the Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety, reports show 39 fatalities within 16 out of 20 counties in northwest Missouri in 2024. In 2025, there have been 16 fatalities so far. Applications for grant-funding will be open through the end of day on Friday, June 27. Grant information and eligibility requirements include: * Grant requests may not exceed $5,000. * Organizations eligible to apply for these funds include schools, community groups, law enforcement, health departments and more. * The program must address at least one of the emphasis areas identified in the Show-Me Zero strategic highway safety plan. These include occupant protection, distracted driving, speed and aggressive driving and impaired driving. More information can be found at: * Grant funds are through reimbursement only. * For grants awarded, all reimbursement requests must be submitted no later than May 31, 2026. * Grant guidelines and online application can be found at For more information regarding grant applications, contact Northwest Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety Chairperson Larry Stobbs (816) 261-8275.
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Business
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Local legislators to discuss recent state session
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce will feature local elected delegates at its next Public Affairs Coffee at the end of the month. The event is set to start at 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 26, at Stoney Creek Hotel and Conference Center, located at 1201 N. Woodbine Road in St. Joseph. The chamber's series provides a platform for members and residents to discuss concerns involving social, economic, governmental, legislative and corporate activities. At this upcoming event, area legislators will share their opinions on the recent legislative session in Jefferson City. The cost for chamber members is $15 and registration is required. The fee for members of the general public is $20. Registration for the Public Affairs Coffee is due by Friday, June 20. To sign up to attend, visit or call (816) 232-4461.
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
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St. Joseph Retro Con to feature multiple guests, famed Mortal Kombat artist
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — In less than a day, St. Joseph is set to hold it's first ever Retro Convention. The event will feature multiple vendors selling collectibles, cosplay, panels, guest appearances and more. Among the multiple guests in attendance, Paul E. Niemeyer, the artist behind the final illustrations of the Mortal Kombat logo and the game's header, will also be featured. The convention will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 14 at the Good Times Event Center, located at 3414 S. 22nd St. General admission is $2 and VIP admission is $3, where VIP members can attend the convention from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. News-Press NOW will update this story.
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Health
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St. Joseph man seeks bone marrow transplant after cancer diagnosis
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Time is critical for 24-year-old Lionso Canchola of St. Joseph, who urgently needs a bone marrow transplant after being diagnosed with aggressive forms of cancer. He's a very positive and good kid. He's been like that his entire life," said Lionso's mother, Sonja Canchola. "He's already saying that once he gets into remission, he wants to help other people battling cancer." According to his family, Lionso had been healthy his entire life, actively involved in sports and with a deep passion for music. He frequently performed at Felix Street Square in St. Joseph until one night when he developed a fever. It was soon discovered by medical staff that he had B-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, PH-like, which affects both the bone and blood. According to Clinical Lymphoma, Myeloma & Leukemia, the prevalence of this leukemia subtype is approximately 12% in children, 21% in adolescents (ages 16–20), and 20–24% in adults over age 40, with a peak of 27% in young adults aged 21–39. "With that diagnosis, they stated that a bone marrow transplant is a must because his survival rate is significantly higher with one," Sonja said. Despite the toll cancer is taking on his body, Lionso remains in good spirits. He even recorded a video from the hospital thanking the community for their support and inviting people to visit if they'd like. "My neighbor started a GoFundMe for him and then we had family come together to organize a fundraiser that's being held on June 21," Sonja added. "The community has just stepped in to show support in so many ways and that's why we love the community of St. Joseph." For this form of cancer, medical experts suggest that a sibling is typically the best initial source for a matching donor. However, if that fails, a match may still be found among unrelated donors from afar. Research also shows that cells from younger donors give patients the best chance at long-term survival. "Oftentimes, it's said that siblings or first cousins are the best matches," said Bonnie Canchola, a member of the Canchola family. "But many, many times, an absolute stranger from across the country could be the one to save a life." Sonja said, like many parents, she never expected something like this to happen to her child until it did. She hopes people will continue to show their support so that Lionso can find a match. "I've often associated cancer with older people who've lived a full life and my son hasn't," she said. "It would mean the world to me to know someone out there is willing to save his life. A benefit cornhole tournament for Lionso will be held on Saturday, June 21, from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Eagles Lodge, 2004 N. Belt Highway in St. Joseph. There will be both backyard and competitive divisions, along with a 50/50 raffle and silent auction. Community members are also encouraged to register to see if they're a potential donor match. Registration is free and can be done at For more information about the fundraiser or donor registration, contact Bonnie Canchola at 816-596-0117.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Politics
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St. Joseph residents respond to Kehoe's Executive Order on National Guard enforcement
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — On Thursday, Governor Mike Kehoe signed Executive Order 25-25 authorizing the Missouri National Guard to assist state and local law enforcement in response to rising concerns about public safety and border security. Ex-National Guard, Ron Carpenter said the decision may be excessive, but law and order must be made appropriately. National Guard may be a little aggressive, but we need to get on top of it and stay on top of it. Try to tamp down permanently. Wishfully." When asked about the correct way to protest in circumstances like these, Carpenter said it's important to recognize what situations are worth protesting for and making sure that it doesn't jeopardize your own well-being. In the Press release, the governor cited escalating criminal activity, including drug trafficking and human smuggling along Missouri's southern and eastern corridors, as the primary motivation behind the action. "The safety of Missouri families comes first,' Kehoe said in a press statement. 'This executive order ensures that every available state resource is being used to combat threats to our communities and support those on the front lines.' With a passion for voices to be heard, it took resident Kimm Fromm-Foster to find the right words for the decision made by the governor. Citing overall, the need for these situations to be the perfect recipe for more unrest and emotions to run high. "As Americans have the right to protest," Fromm-Foster said. "Of course, they need to be peaceful, but my concern is that they will be aggravated so that people will react with emotion and our Constitution allows us to have free speech and the right to protest. The governor is infringing on our civil rights and it's wrong." While residents reflect on the decision made by the governor, some will be participating in the "No Kings" protest in St. Joseph. In a press release sent to News-Press NOW, over 1,800 "No Kings" rallies will take place across the country on Saturday, June 14, where over one million people are expected to participate. Organizers have said the rallies will be peaceful. "We are coming together to stand against the increasing authoritarian excesses and graft and corruption of Trump and his allies in Congress. They've fired federal workers (260,000 out of 2.3 million or 12% so far) and defunded our libraries, museums, the arts, scholarship programs for minorities, public broadcasting, foreign aid, agricultural commodities for food banks, green energy, diversity programs, science-based research grants and cut safety programs like Medicaid and SNAP. All this to give tax cuts to the billionaires and add trillions to our national debt," said Dr. Nancy Zeliff, who will be helping coordinate both northwest Missouri "No Kings" events." In St. Joseph, the "No Kings Rally will take place from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and rally goers will bring signs and flags and meet on the public sidewalks at the intersection of the Belt Highway and Frederick Boulevard. More details can be found at In Maryville, the rally will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the sidewalk in front of the Courthouse. Rally goers will bring signs and flags. More information can be found at
