Angela Smith
Reporter

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Angela is beginning her journalism career as a reporter/anchor for St. Joe Now. She was born in Sacramento, CA and moved to St. Joseph when she was 7 years old. There she attended Hyde, Spring Garden and is a 2003 Benton High School graduate. Angela attended Northwest Missouri State University after graduating high school. There she received her Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Broadcasting in April 2007. While at Northwest she worked for both the school newspaper and yearbook as a reporter. She co-hosted the TV show "Bearcat Idol" on KNWT Channel 8 in Maryville and helped with various other projects for the station. Angela interned at KQ2 in the summer of 2006 as a reporter and also worked for them on weekends part time into September of 2006. In her free time Angela likes to write, watch movies and hang out with friends and family. She is excited to be back in her hometown and delivering the news to St. Joseph.

Snorkel to shut down temporarily
by Angela Smith
Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008

Tanfiled Group, parent company of Snorkel International, has announced they will shut down the Elwood plant for one week due to slowing sales and demand.

Bulldogs will live, with stipulations
by Angela Smith
Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008

The woman who pleaded with the court to allow her two dogs to stay alive, will be moving from St. Joseph.

Tour of Missouri Days Away
by Angela Smith
Thursday, Sept. 4, 2008

Tour of Missouri kicks off in St. Joseph on Monday.

Arena clears out after no hurricane evacuees
by Angela Smith
Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008

The St. Joseph Civic Arena is cleared out Wednesday by volunteers since no Hurricane Gustov evacuees were assigned to Missouri as previously planned.

Commuter Parking Lots Rising
by Angela Smith
Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008

More people are utilizing commuter parking lots on Missouri highways.

Corporal Punishment Used Frequently in Missouri
by Angela Smith
Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2008

Missouri is number nine in the country for cporporal punishment cases. Local numbers don't agree.

HIV Cases Rise in Buchanan County
by Angela Smith
Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2008

Buchanan County follows national statistics that show a rise in the number of people diagnosed with HIV or AIDS.

How Well Do You Know The Constitution?
by Angela Smith
Monday, Aug. 11, 2008

St. Joe NOW hits the streets to find out if U.S. citizens can answer the same questions about the constitution that immigrants must know to become a citizen.

Cool down....please
by Angela Smith
Monday, Aug. 4, 2008

Heat Idicees over 100 degrees make work dangerous for many, especially outside.

Belt will close for installation of footbridge
by Angela Smith
Friday, Aug. 1, 2008

The Belt Highway will close Tuesday night as a new pedestrian footbridge is installed just south of U.S. Highway 36.

Back to school means booster shots
by Angela Smith
Thursday, July 31, 2008

Back to school does not just mean new clothes or school supplies, it is also time for kids to get up to date on immunizations.

Bee population drop has some farmers worried
by Angela Smith
Wednesday, July 30, 2008

Bee populations ahve declined in many areas of the world. Now, some local farmers are beginning to worry.

New police link allows sharing of data
by Angela Smith
Monday, July 28, 2008

A new statewide data link is designed to make law enforcement agency's communications more efficient.

19 year old swimmer drowns in Nodaway
by Angela Smith
Tuesday, July 22, 2008

A 19 year old man drowns in the Nodaway River after friends attempt to save him.

Candidate McCain courts Kansas City
by Angela Smith
Thursday, July 17, 2008

Senator John McCain came to Kansas City Thursday and answered questions from audience members at Union Station.

Fire chief says his goodbyes
by Angela Smith
Monday, July 7, 2008

Chief Jack Brown hangs up his gear for the last time today at St. Joseph fire headquarters.

Fireworks business is booming
by Angela Smith
Monday, June 30, 2008

Bang, boom pop! It's the week of the fourth and fireworks business is bang-up.

President Scanlon Says Goodbye
by Angela Smith
Friday, June 27, 2008

Missouri Western President Jim Scanlon works his final day at the University.

Tractor Cruise Hits Streets Saturday
by Angela Smith
Friday, June 27, 2008

Tractors line up at Derr Equipment Friday to prepare for Saturday's tractor cruise.

Northwest President announces retirement
by Angela Smith
Thursday, June 26, 2008

Northwest Missouri State President Dean Hubbard announced his retirement Thursday.

Blunt signs gun legislation
by Angela Smith
Thursday, June 26, 2008

In response to the Supreme Court ruling, Governor Matt Blunt reaffirmed Missouri's support for the Second Amendment Thursday. Blunt signed House Bill 2034, that provides civil immunity for owners and authorized users of firearm ranges. It also provides civil and criminal liability protection for owners and users of hunting preserves, among other things.

Blunt said he is pleased to sign legislation that will protect the Second Amendment and Missourians' right to bear arms.

Western self-impose penalties on women's basketball
by Angela Smith
Wednesday, June 25, 2008

After an internal investigation Missouri Western State University is forfeiting its women's basketball victories over a two year period. Wednesday, Western officials announced self-imposed penalties.

Good fences, make good neighbors
by Angela Smith
Wednesday, June 25, 2008

If you have the luxury of owning a pool you may be swimming against city ordinance.

Lieutenant Governor visits St. Joe to sign Bill
by Angela Smith
Tuesday, June 24, 2008

Lieutenant Governor Peter Kinder signed legislation Tuesday afternoon honoring Missouri's fallen soldiers.

Snorkel looking for new leadership
by Angela Smith
Tuesday, June 24, 2008

The Snorkel International Plant in St. Joseph is looking for a new leader.

More Red Cross volunteers out to help flood victims
by Angela Smith
Tuesday, June 24, 2008

Two more Red Cross volunteers hit the road Tuesday to help flooding victims in need.

St. Joe police has walk-through inspection
by Angela Smith
Friday, June 20, 2008

The St. Joseph Police Department is ready for inspection.

Civil War battles to take place on riverfront
by Angela Smith
Friday, June 20, 2008

The public is invited to watch history come alive before their eyes this weekend.

Roadwork closes ramps, motorists beware
by Angela Smith
Thursday, June 19, 2008

If you use the US Highway 36 off ramp onto I-29 South, you will have to find an alternate route.

St. Joe residents ditch their cars
by Angela Smith
Thursday, June 19, 2008

Many St. Joseph residents ditched their cars Thursday for a different mode of transportation.

Community Development can improve low-income homes
by Angela Smith
Wednesday, June 18, 2008

If you have got a leaky roof or drafty windows and an empty pocket, city housing officials want to help.

Dump the Pump Day is Thursday
by Angela Smith
Wednesday, June 18, 2008

St. Joseph Transit asks everyone to dump the pump Thursday.

Two new homes for low income families
by Angela Smith
Wednesday, June 18, 2008

Two brand new homes in Midtown St. Joseph are open and ready for occupancy.

Tips for mobile home residents during severe weather
by Angela Smith
Monday, June 16, 2008

We are in the middle of severe weather season.

Agri-Labs introduces arthritis medicine for dogs
by Angela Smith
Thursday, June 12, 2008

An advancement in medical technology have some local dogs jumping for joy.

Kids return to Safety Town
by Angela Smith
Wednesday, June 4, 2008

Some local children gain some independence in Safety Town this week.

Sheriff's Department may be unionized
by Angela Smith
Tuesday, June 3, 2008

Buchanan county Sheriff's Department employees may see some higher salaries and better benefits in the near future.

Police look for answers in a series of hit and runs
by Angela Smith
Tuesday, June 3, 2008

Police need your help finding a person involved in a series of hit and runs early Tuesday morning.

New bill passed helps feed the hungry
by Angela Smith
Monday, June 2, 2008

Relief is on the way for those hungry northwest Missouri residents thanks to the passage of some U.S legislation.

"Walkin' and Rockin' for Life" Saturday
by Angela Smith
Friday, May 30, 2008

If you would like to or already plan to stroll out for a morning walk Saturday, you can do so for a good cause.

Comanche Society flys-in to Rosecrans
by Angela Smith
Friday, May 30, 2008

Comanche aircraft invade Rosecrans Memorial Airport Friday afternoon for a weekend stay.

Cablevision speeds up internet access
by Angela Smith
Thursday, May 29, 2008

Starting as early as Sunday, you may notice your photos, music and games downloading a whole lot faster than normal.

Local students finish school with confidence
by Angela Smith
Wednesday, May 28, 2008

Thursday, many students of the St. Joseph school district will be able to celebrate the last day of school by confidently speaking a new language.

Local Aquila customers lose service
by Angela Smith
Wednesday, May 28, 2008

Approximately 5,900 Aquila power customers lost service Wednesday afternoon in St. Joseph.

Gas prices may decrease in the near future
by Angela Smith
Wednesday, May 28, 2008

Looks like Americans may be spending more time pedaling or on foot instead of behind the wheel.

Local public libraries reveal their summer reading programs
by Angela Smith
Tuesday, May 27, 2008

The children of St. Joseph will have a chance to catch a bug starting next week, the reading bug that is.

St. Joseph residents putt in pink
by Angela Smith
Tuesday, May 27, 2008

Hundreds of area residents putt for a purpose Tuesday afternoon at the St. Joseph Country Club.

Most holiday plans exclude travel and include work around the house
by Angela Smith
Friday, May 23, 2008

Spring cleaning and home improvement seems to be the trend for how St. Joseph residents will spend their Memorial Day.

High inflation brings local charities together
by Angela Smith
Friday, May 23, 2008

Inflation in the United States is at an all time high, leaving some area residents hungry with no where to go.

Local pregnancy clinic to host fundraiser
by Angela Smith
Thursday, May 22, 2008

Employees of the St. Joseph Pregnancy Resource Center are asking you to walk and rock to make a difference in someone's life this month.