Road closures in place due to fall festivities

News-Press NOW on October 3, 2025

TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — When driving near the Pony Express Museum, drivers might notice a few roads blocked off due to this weekend’s PumpkinFest. 

Some of the roads that are blocked off for the festival include stretches of 10th and Penn streets, 9th street and Mitchell street near the Pony Express Museum and Patee Park.

The Pony Express Museum received permits from the City of St. Joseph to close these roads for the festival.

Cindy Daffron, the Pony Express Museum executive director, said her goal is to make PumpkinFest safe for the community to attend.

“So for safety of people, you know, we try to make sure whether it’s a vendor or a crafter or our own staff or our visitors, it’s a safe place for them to use,” she said

PumpkinFest 2025 runs from Friday, Oct. 3 to Sunday, Oct. 5.

The roads will be blocked off until Monday morning.

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Noyes Home to host 13th annual Block Party

News-Press NOW on October 3, 2025

Rebecca Evans

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Noyes Home for Children will host its 13th annual Block Party on Saturday, offering an afternoon of free activities for families.

The event is scheduled for noon to 2 p.m. at the Noyes Home for Children, located at 801 N. Noyes Boulevard.

It will feature a variety of activities, including face painting, bouncy houses, cornhole and a ‘Celebrity vs. Noyes Home’ kickball game.

Southside Sertoma will provide free tenderloins and fries during the celebration.

Organizers said the Block Party is meant to bring the community together, with entertainment and activities for all ages.

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YOU’RE INVITED: Bend’s Terranaut Beer celebrates one year in business as other stores struggle to stay open

KTVZ on October 3, 2025

KTVZ – News Team

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Terranaut Brewery is marking its first anniversary in Bend this weekend with an all-day celebration, highlighting both its success and the challenges facing local businesses. The milestone comes as many restaurants across Central Oregon grapple with rising costs and higher rents.

The anniversary event runs from noon to 10 p.m. on Saturday, featuring new specialty beers unveiled every three hours until 6 p.m. Guests can also enjoy live music, a raffle, and a food truck serving fresh fajitas.

Co-owner Katie Dunbar says building a welcoming space has been key to Terranaut’s growth in Bend’s competitive craft beer scene. “We knew we had to set ourselves apart,” she said. “For us, atmosphere and community were just as important as our brews.”

The celebration will also include a friendly “Hammerschlagen” competition, where participants race to drive nails into a wooden board—a favorite among local brewers.

Terranaut Brewery is located on High Desert Lane, just off Empire Avenue in Bend.

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Pivotal Point hopes fundraiser continues its momentum

News-Press NOW on October 3, 2025

Charles Christian

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A local nonprofit hopes to increase its outreach and effectiveness with a unique fundraiser on Saturday.

The group Theatre for a Purpose has agreed to donate the proceeds from its freewill donation performance of ’12 Angry Men’ to Pivotal Point Transitional Housing. The show is set for 7 p.m. Saturday at the Trail Theatre, located at 111 N. 9th St.

Executive Director Rick Lipira said he hopes that this event, coming on the heels of the ministry’s recent gala, will raise awareness of the organization and the housing and educational help it provides to all ages in the community.

“We see ourselves very much like the story of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10,” Lipira said. “We’re coming alongside people who are beaten up, that people have taken advantage of, and those who have been left for dead, and we’re picking these folks up.”

The nonprofit has been in St. Joseph for about 13 years, and Lipira took over around one year ago.

He said his background in construction, accounting and church ministry have given him both a passion for the work the organization does, as well as a working knowledge of what it takes to provide quality housing. He also said he values the partnerships with churches, businesses and other organizations in the community.

“Most people don’t believe it when I tell them we take no government funding whatsoever,” Lipiria said. “We have a thrift store on Frederick (Avenue) that has been a blessing to us, and we partner with about 14 churches and six businesses that consistently help us provide housing, food, educational partnership, job opportunities and other necessities.”

Faith Thompson, Pivotal Point’s community outreach director, said the organization hopes that the latest fundraiser is one of many ways the ministry can raise its visibility in the community. She added she feels the ministry is poised to continue to expand its work.

Those in need of housing can apply on the nonprofit’s website. A list of rules and expectations include being drug free, working at a job for at least 30 hours per week and participating in educational opportunities each month.

Those who meet those expectations can be matched with apartments that are up to code, clean and receive consistent maintenance under Lipira’s guidance.

“We don’t want people to feel that they are second-class just because they need a second chance,” Lipiria said. “I could have retired already, but the joy of seeing people get the chance to start fresh in a nice place while learning new skills that can sustain in life is what keeps my staff and me going.”

Pivotal Point Transitional Housing is a Christ-centered organization, according to its website.

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10-year-old forced to hand over money from piggy bank by knife-wielding thief, police say

CNN Newsource on October 3, 2025

By WABC staff

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    CROWN HEIGHTS, New York (WABC) — A 10-year-old boy was walking home from school on Wednesday when he was approached by a man with a knife who demanded money.

“And I said I don’t have any money and he said I know you have money and I said OK I’m going to give you the money so then I started walking and I went into my house and I turned back to look at him, hoping he would just knock it off and go away,” Amir Nur said.

Nur was walking home on Bedford Avenue in Crown Heights when he says a man approached him, pointed a knife at him and demanded cash.

Nur said he would get the money at home, so the man followed him and waited.

Nur gave the man $20 out of his piggy bank and thankfully, he left.

“That’s why I complied. Because if they have a knife on them, I don’t have anything for me. And he’s bigger than me and he’s taller than me and he has a weapon,” Nur said.

As the NYPD began the investigation, Deputy Mayor Kaz Daughtry decided to step in to replenish Nur’s piggy bank, but also gifted him an iPad from the city, as a thank you for his bravery.

“He made the right decision. He was calm under pressure, as you can see, he said he wasn’t scared, but he’s ten. I’m sure he was a little nervous. I’m just taking an educated guess here that this individual probably has some mental health issues, I would say, because what type of person are you to go and rob a ten-year-old?” Daughtry said.

Nur’s mom is also proud of her son, who turns 11 in a few months, but says she’s on edge.

“Now I’m just a little hesitant of allowing him to go back and forth unless I’m like right here with him, you know, watching him,” the mother of the victim, Nicole Edite, said.

Police are still looking for the suspect.

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Save the Date: A mix of autumn activities in Central Oregon this weekend

KTVZ on October 3, 2025

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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Matthew Draxton highlights three local events, from the return of the Bend Fall Festival to a free costume swap.

For many more and to submit your own events, visit https://events.ktvz.com.

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25-year-old El Paso man charged with murder

KVIA on October 3, 2025

Joseph Montero

EL PASO, TEXAS (KVIA) — El Paso Sheriff deputies have arrested Leopoldo Ortega, 25, and charged him with the murder of Juan Oscar Becerra, 36.

Becerra was found dead inside a home on the 12800 block of Barstow Avenue on October 2, 2025.

The Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit identified Ortega as a suspect. Deputies took Ortega into custody on October 16, 2025, with the help of the U.S. Marshals Lone Star Fugitive Task Forces. They booked him into the El Paso County Detention Facility on a $250,000 bond.

The investigation is still ongoing, according to the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office.

ORIGINAL STORY (October 3, 2025): The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a dead person in East El Paso.

It happened at a house on the 12800 block of Barstow near Pelicano Drive.

The sheriff’s office told ABC-7 that deputies found one dead male. They said evidence suggested foul play.

At this time, authorities say there is no known threat to the public. Anyone with information is asked to contact EPCSO’s Major Crimes Unit.

This is a developing story. ABC-7 will continue to bring updates on air and online.

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Making a Difference: Assistance League of Bend supports both children and adults in Deschutes County

KTVZ on October 3, 2025

Kelsey Merison

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here at KTVZ News, we focus our resources on bolstering the health and well-being of Central Oregon’s youth through our 21 Cares for Kids partnerships. 

We have six incredible community partnerships that we’re highlighting through a monthly segment called ‘Making a Difference’.  

This month we’re spotlighting Assistance League of Bend, a volunteer-run nonprofit organization committed to supporting the local community through a mix of programs and projects. 

“We’re the leading provider of new school clothes for children in need across Deschutes County, where 1 in 10 children are living below the poverty line,” said Ann Schmidt, the vice president of marketing communications for the nonprofit.

Volunteers are passionate about supporting the local community, through a variety of programs like Operation School Bell.

“Operation School Bell is our signature program, and that’s where we provide new school clothes for kids… Having new clothes, it’s not a luxury,” Schmidt said. “When a child can go and pick out the clothes that they want to make sure that they actually fit, that they’re comfortable in them, it boosts their self-esteem, and they’re more likely to actually go to school.”

Another well-known endeavor from the nonprofit is Cinderella’s Closet.

“Cinderella’s Closet is how students can borrow at no cost, all the things they need to show up for Homecoming,” said Schmidt. “Dress, shoes, purse, you know, makeup, everything. We do that again in spring for prom.”

These programs are funded through community donations and fulfill a crucial need—for both kids and adults.

“We also do several programs to support seniors in need. And then we provide comfort items to folks going through cancer treatment,” Schmidt said.

The annual Raise a Glass for the Kids fundraiser is slated to take place November 14th and tickets are still available.

“We are aiming to support about 2,700 children. So 125 times 2700 is a pretty significant investment,” Schmidt said. “How we’re able to bring that to life is through generous donations and fundraising.”

Operation School Bell is taking place now through the end of October. Cinderella’s Closet is also open for Homecoming October 4th, 11th, and 18th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Click here to learn more about Raise a Glass.

Click here to learn more about the Assistance League of Bend.

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Street paving — five months later than usual — finally begins in Pueblo

KRDO on October 3, 2025

Scott Harrison

PUEBLO, Colo. (KRDO) — The latest delay in the year’s street paving operation was due to an unexpected shutdown of the asphalt plant providing material.

It happened last Thursday, a day before paving on Bonforte Boulevard was scheduled to start; a member of the paving team said that the plant was hit by lightning.

Fortunately, the plant quickly resumed production in time to begin paving last Friday on 1.5 miles of Bonforte between Highway 47 to Constitution Road, just north of US 50.

As of this Friday, the paving appears to be nearly complete, with only lane markings remaining to be applied.

Paving on Bonforte had already been slowed by rainy weather and what officials described as a delay in acquiring permits from the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), because both ends of Bonforte touch the highway intersections.

Neighbors and drivers said that they’re happy to see the much-needed paving happen, but also are frustrated by the slow pace of progress.

“I was hoping they’d done more paving sooner,” said neighbor Michael Perez. “We had a lot of dust around here. It was pretty bad for a while. My cars, I had to come out here and hose them off, to keep that gritty dirt off.”

Another neighbor said that because of the dust, he repainted his house and hired a professional to clean the interior.

Yet — for some residents — the benefits of the Bonforte paving far outweigh any inconveniences.

“That’s the best part, is to have the nice road where you’re not bouncing around, you don’t have to dodge potholes or dips in the road,” said neighbor Kellie Saylor. “And when it’s not paved, you don’t have to dodge the water holes.”

Other projects on the paving list were delayed by planned and unexpected utility projects that must be finished before paving starts.

Officials remain confident that they’ll complete this year’s paving before the arrival of winter weather, and the area’s warmer climate should help in that regard.

The next stops for paving crews are Saratoga and Lexington roads — slightly east of Bonforte — where the city removed 40 trees that had damaged the concrete infrastructure and would have undermined a repaving job.

Paving began on Friday on Lexington.

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One lane of eastbound I-70 to close over the weekend in Columbia

KMIZ on October 3, 2025

Jazsmin Halliburton

Starting at 7 p.m. Friday, Interstate 70 between Range Line St. and the U.S. 63 Connector in Columbia will be down to one lane heading east until 6 a.m. Monday. All exit and on ramps will remain open during the lane closure.

According to the Missouri Department of Transportation, this closure will allow crews to safely build the new eastbound lanes near the Paris Road Bridge.

Improve I-70 Statewide Director Eric Kopinski told ABC 17 News that MoDoT had this work scheduled and has been trying to find a perfect time to do this project in the area.

“There never is a good time to close a lane on I-70, especially during the day,” said Kopinski. He said that MoDoT wanted to avoid doing this project on weekends when there’s a Mizzou football game and this was the best time due to the team having a bye week.

“We know there’s still going to be a lot of traffic going eastbound I-70. This was the best weekend that would least impact as many as possible,” said Kopinski.

Kopinski asks drivers to slow down, as speeding is their biggest challenge. He says that speeding occurs either when entering or exiting the work zone throughout the state.

“There isn’t one location that we’re seeing the most speeding occur, but we are having some really severe crashes that are taking place, and again, that’s statewide,” said Kopinski

This lane closure is part of the Improve I-70 project to make the interstate three lanes in each direction from Kansas City to St. Louis.

Drivers are asked to be patient with the work being done across the state. “Our message is keep trying to hang in there with us,” Kopinski said. “When this is all said and done, it’s going to be a game changer for Mid-Missouri, for the entire state. So we’re asking everyone to hang in there with us.”

MoDoT says drivers should expect delays and find an alternate route throughout the weekend.

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