Leah Rainwater

St. Joseph

Multimedia Journalist and Anchor at News-Press Now

Missouri School of Journalism ‘24 | Digital Content Editor at News-Press NOW | Retweets ≠endorsements | Story idea? [email protected]

Articles

Israel attacks Iran's capital with explosions booming across Tehran

2 weeks ago | newspressnow.com | Leah Rainwater

By JON GAMBRELL and JOSEF FEDERMAN - Associated PressJERUSALEM (AP) — Israel attacked Iran's capital early Friday, with explosions booming across Tehran as Israel said it targeted nuclear and military sites. The attack comes as tensions have reached new heights over Tehran's rapidly advancing nuclear program. The Board of Governors at the International Atomic Energy Agency for the first time in 20 years on Thursday censured Iran over it not working with its inspectors.
Community of Christ appoints first female prophet-president

3 weeks ago | newspressnow.com | Leah Rainwater

INDEPENDENCE, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- Community of Christ voting delegates approved the first female prophet-president on Sunday, June 1. Stassi Cramm assumed the office at her ordination at the Auditorium on the International Headquarters campus in Independence, Missouri. Community of Christ has 10 churches in Northwest Missouri and Northeast Kansas. Cramm included Northwest Missouri and Northeast Kansas in her ministry while she was an apostle.
Kansas City Royals Archives

4 weeks ago | newspressnow.com | Leah Rainwater |Jacob Meikel

By The Associated Press Kansas City Royals (28-24, fourth in the AL Central) vs. Minnesota Twins (28-22, third in the AL Central) Minneapolis; Saturday, 2:10 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Royals: Michael Wacha (3-4, 2.86 ERA, 1.24 WHIP, 43 strikeouts); Twins: Zebby Matthews (0-1, 12.00 ERA, 2.67 WHIP, five strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Twins -190, Royals Continue Reading
St. Joseph Mustangs Archives

1 month ago | newspressnow.com | Patrick Holleron |Leah Rainwater |Cameron Montemayor

By Jacob Meikel The St. Joseph Mustangs continue to assert themselves as the top team in the MINK League, winning their last 10 games and sweeping the weekend competition. A stretch of non-MINK League competition proved to be rather competitive for the Mustangs. From Thursday, June 20, to Saturday, June 22, the Mustangs played the Continue Reading
Platte County recognized as Blue Shield community

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Leah Rainwater

PLATTE, CO., Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri Department of Public Safety has recognized Platte County as a Blue Shield Community in recognition of Platte County's commitment to Public Safety. The Missouri Blue Shield Program, created by Governor Kehoe in January 2025 through Executive Order 25-03, recognizes local governments that make significant efforts to reduce crime, foster law enforcement collaboration and build strong community partnerships for public safety.
Platte County recognized as Blue Shield community

1 month ago | newspressnow.com | Leah Rainwater

PLATTE, CO., Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- The Missouri Department of Public Safety has recognized Platte County as a Blue Shield Community in recognition of Platte County's commitment to Public Safety. The Missouri Blue Shield Program, created by Governor Kehoe in January 2025 through Executive Order 25-03, recognizes local governments that make significant efforts to reduce crime, foster law enforcement collaboration and build strong community partnerships for public safety.
New fire chief to be recognized at city council meeting

1 month ago | newspressnow.com | Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- St. Joseph's new fire chief will be honored in a special ceremony at the Tuesday, May 27 City Council meeting. Ivan Klippenstein, who began his duties as chief on Monday, May 19 will be recognized by Major John Josendale, take an oath of office and have his new rank pinned on his uniform at the start of the meeting. Tuesday's City Council meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber at City Hall. City Council meetings are open to the public.
MU Extension to host statewide health initiative

1 month ago | newspressnow.com | Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- To motivate increased physical activity, the MU Extension is hosting a statewide initiative to motivate movement during the 100 days of summer. "100 Miles, 100 Days" includes Andrew and Buchanan counties and is a no-cost movement program, which will begin on Monday, June 16. Participants just have to start moving in whatever way they enjoy, whether it be: biking, running, dancing or strength-training.
City of St. Joseph shares holiday schedule in observance of Memorial Day

1 month ago | newspressnow.com | Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- The City of St. Joseph announced which facilities won't be available on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26. All city offices, the landfill, recycling center and the REC center will be closed. The Remington Nature Center will be open during its normal hours from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Memorial Day. BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION News-Press Now is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation. Please keep your comments respectful and relevant.
Work set to begin on Krug Park renovation

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Contractors are preparing to begin a more-than two-year project to upgrade one historic park in St. Joseph in the coming weeks. E.L. Crawford and Construction plan to begin he $11.75 million project on Monday, June 2. The project is weather-permitting. Residents will notice fencing and signage- there will be a sign at the entrance of the park to show where work will take place.