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Kendra Simpson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The longer weekend promises to be an entertaining one full of celebrations, laughs and community happenings. News-Press NOW’s Kendra Simpson found the weekend’s top entertainment in this week’s edition of See St. Joseph.

What’s spring in St. Joseph without the community markets? Well, the wait is over because this Saturday is the return of Market Days.

Supporting local businesses has never been easier with a wide selection of flowers, baked goods, pottery, jewelry and more. These markets are an excellent opportunity to find the perfect gifts for yourself or a loved one, get to know local businesses and engage with the St. Joseph community. The first community market of the season goes from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at the Center for Joy, located at 1202 Felix St.

St. Joseph is officially entering the wedding season with the warm weather, but St. Joe’s Comedy Wedding is no typical ceremony.

St. Joseph residents have been cordially invited to the most outrageous wedding of the year. Lora and Billy are tying the knot, despite a long-standing, bitter and hilarious feud between the groom and the bride’s family. What could go wrong? Get ready for an evening of dancing, laughing, auctions and an incredible meal. This isn’t just a wedding, it’s an experience! Guests should arrive between 7 and 7:15 p.m. with the nuptials beginning at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at 515 S 6th St. Regular and VIP table tickets can be purchased by calling the box office at 816-279-1225.

What better way to celebrate the Memorial Day weekend than with a party hosted by one of St. Joseph’s most popular pubs?

D&G Pub is hosting its first-ever Memorial Day celebration. There’s going to be a free fireworks display, an ice-cold beer station, grilled brats, a campfire pit and roasted marshmallows. Come for the celebrations and stay for the bonding and camaraderie. The celebration goes from 7:30 p.m. to 1:15 a.m. at D&G, located at 1918 Frederick Ave.

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Jared Shelton

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The National Weather Service in Kansas City confirmed an EF-0 tornado touched down south of St. Joseph Monday evening, May 19 2025.

According to a preliminary damage survey, the weak tornado was reported to have touched down at Highway 371 near Kyle Rd at 8:31 p.m. before tracking east across Interstate 29 and lifting near SE State Highway FF at 8:38 p.m.

The tornado traveled 4.3 miles in total with maximum winds of 85 mph, resulting in tree and minor roof damage. No injuries were reported. 

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Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — One local community organization is hosting an Engagement Luncheon for dads in the area.

Good Dads is a program for at-risk fathers, fathers of elementary students, businesses that employ dads and more.

The luncheon will take place from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 22 at the St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce’s Board Room, located at 3003 Frederick Ave.

Good Dads Founder and Director, Jennifer L. Baker will be the speaker for the luncheon.

To RSVP, fathers and businesses are encouraged to call Tim Doyle at (816) 558-0508.

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Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District will celebrate the hard work and dedication of the maintenance and operations staff through a ceremony.

The Cleanest Building Ceremony will take place at 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 22 at the Keatley Center, located at 1202 S. 28th St.

The ceremony serves as SJSD’s opportunity to recognize the pride its maintenance and custodial staff takes in tending to buildings.

Winners of the “cleanest building” will be announced, and the district will also hand out special awards.

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Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Messanie and 8th Streets have been closed off due to a water main line bursting late Wednesday morning.

Safety officials from the Missouri American Water Company are working to resolve the issue and hope to have the intersection cleared soon.

This water main line break is unrelated to the water line construction on Messanie from Noyes Boulevard to 31st Street.

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Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Joseph invites runners, walkers and community supporters to lace up their sneakers for one well-known annual event.

The Annual Ignite 5K will be taking place at 9 a.m. on Saturday, June 14. The event supports youth mentoring programs and promises a fun and scenic race for a great cause.

Race Day registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. in the parking lot across from Bode Ice Arena, where the course will begin and end.

The route will follow the St. Joseph Parkway system, with the turnaround point being at Bartlett Park. The course features a few gentle climb, going downhill on the return, making the course accessible for all fitness levels.

Participants who register in advance can also pick up their race packets early between 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Friday, June 13 at River Bluff Brewery.

All proceeds from the Ignite 5K go directly to Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Joseph, helping to “ignite” the potential of local youth through impactful, on-to-one mentoring relationships.

Registration includes: an event t-shirt (for those who register by Sunday, June 1), chip timing, finish line photo and video, metals for first 100 finishers and all kids, awards and more.

For more information about the 5K and how to register, visit bbbsignite5k.org.

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Jenna Wilson

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri State Highway Patrol is rolling out its new ‘ghost graphic’ vehicles, just in time for Memorial Day weekend, urging drivers to prioritize safety. 

These patrol cars feature low-visibility markings during the day that become reflective at night, allowing troopers to discreetly monitor for aggressive or reckless driving. 

“It’s an enforcement tool primarily for aggressive and dangerous driving,” said Sgt. Shane Hux with the Missouri State Highway Patrol. “That’s the importance of these vehicles and we want to remind the public that they are here for your safety.”

Missouri State Troopers want drivers to stay safe, even when it feels like no one’s watching. 

With Memorial Day weekend approaching, state troopers say they are preparing to be out in full force to ensure drivers stay safe. 

“All available troopers will be working Missouri’s highways as well as patrolling waterways, enforcing laws and assisting motorists,†said Hux. “We’re already expecting changes in traffic patterns, with more vehicles on the road during the holiday counting period.†

As people prepare to travel and enjoy outdoor activities over the holiday weekend, troopers are sharing a few key safety reminders: always wear your seat belt and monitor your alcohol consumption, on the road and on the water. 

“The number one safety device inside a motor vehicle is your seat belt, and out on the waterways, it’s your life jacket,†Hux said. “If your Memorial Day plans include alcohol, make sure you have a designated driver and a plan to get home safely. The same goes for the water; have a designated sober captain.â€

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ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri State Highway Patrol announced it has set the Memorial Day weekend counting period and offers safety advice to holiday travelers.

In a press release, MSHP reminds everyone to include safety when planning the holiday weekend. People may see an increase in travelers on roadways and an increase in boating traffic on the state’s lakes and rivers.

The Memorial Day counting period will begin at 6 p.m. on Friday, May 23, and will end at 11:59 p.m. on Monday, May 26. Every available trooper will be on the road or water, enforcing Missouri laws and assisting people.

Troopers on roadways will focus their attention on hazardous moving violations, speed violations and impaired drivers. MSHP will be participating in Operation C.A.R.E. (Crash Awareness Reduction Effort) during the holiday weekend.

Over the 2024 Memorial Day weekend, there were 1,046 vehicle crashes statewide, which injured 486 people and killed 10. Troopers worked 275 traffic crashes involving seven fatalities and 161 injuries.

Memorial Day weekend marks an unofficial start to boating season. During the 2024 Memorial Day weekend, there were seven boating crashes, which included no fatalities and seven injuries. No one drowned over last year’s Memorial Day weekend.

Troopers also made 128 driving while intoxicated and six boating while intoxicated arrests.

MSHP reminds drivers and boaters to always be courteous and pay attention. Motorists or boaters in need of assistance or who want to report a crime should use MSHP’s Emergency Assistance number at 1-800-525-5555 or *55 on a cellular phone.

MSHP said speed, inattention and impaired driving are the leading causes of traffic crashes. Drivers should obey all traffic laws and make sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or car seat.

When on the water, boaters are encouraged to be courteous to others, wear a life jacket, obey the law regarding the safe operation of a boating vessel and always observe no-wake zones. Causing harm to another person or their property with an excessive boat wake may subject you to enforcement or civil liability.

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Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri Department of Transportation has announced scrub seal work and dates along different Northwest Missouri routes.

On Wednesday, May 21 and Thursday, May 22, Route 36 east of I-29 to the St. Joseph city limits (near Craig Parkway) will see scrub seal work during the daytime.

Crews will narrow the roadway to one lane with flaggers guiding motorists through the area.

MoDOT also announced other upcoming scrub seal projects, which will occur overnight.

May 27-29: Route 169 (Loop 29) in Buchanan County from Route FF to Interstate 29

May 30-31: Missouri Route 6 from I-29 to Route 169

June 1-3: Eastbound Route 36 from 12th Street in St. Joseph to I-29

June 4-5: Westbound Route 36 from I-29 to 12th Street in St. Joseph

All work is weather permitting and could be rescheduled.

Project schedule updates are also provided on MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map.

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A Pagan’s Motorcycle Club member pleaded guilty Tuesday before a U.S. district judge for his part in an armed assault and attempted armed assault against rival motorcycle clubs.

Jeremiah Z. Hahn, who also goes by “Pass Out,” 42, of Cameron, Missouri, pleaded guilty to one count of assault with a dangerous weapon in aid of racketeering, one count of attempting to commit assault with a dangerous weapon in aid of racketeering and one count of felon in possession of a firearm.

The charges stem from a May 30, 2022, incident in which Hahn and other Pagan’s members, their support club members assaulted a lone member of a rival motorcycle club at a business in Grain Valley, Missouri. Hahn used his fists and an axe handle during the assault, according to a U.S. District Court for Western District of Missouri press release.

In a later incident on Sept. 3, 2022, in Topeka, Kansas, Hahn and other members planned to carry out a revenge attack on another rival motorcycle club. A plan was in place to use an axe handle or a gun on one of the rival members.

A rival member was spotted in a hotel parking lot once arriving in Topeka. Hahn was armed with a gun and prepared to shoot the person, but a dispute happened among the members and they returned to the Kansas City area, according to a press release.

Hahn and other present members were awarded patches for participating in the events.

A trooper with the Missouri State Highway Patrol stopped Hahn for speeding on May, 3, 2023, on Highway 36 in DeKalb County, Missouri. Hahn tried to flee at first but later stopped.

After Hahn’s arrest, the trooper found a Smith and Wesson, model M&P Shield, .40 caliber semi-automatic handgun in his possession. Hahn, who had multiple felony convictions, stated that he had stolen the gun from a member of a rival St. Joseph motorcycle club.

Hahn is subject to a sentence of up to twenty years in prison without parole under federal statutes. The defendant’s sentencing will be based on advisory sentencing guidelines and other statutory factors. A sentence hearing will be set after a presentence investigation by the U.S. Probation Office, the press release stated.

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