Extra Exposure: Orrick 2026 Graduation
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Ray County Veterans Association launches new mission
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Community connection, family involvement and camaraderie are at the center of a new effort taking shape among local veterans in Ray County. Founded on April 9, the Ray County Veterans Association was created as a separate nonprofit organization, independent from the American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW).
Orrick class of 2026 celebrates graduation, shared memories
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Familiar faces, inside jokes and memories stretching back to elementary school filled the Orrick High School gym as the class of 2026 gathered one final time before receiving diplomas. The 14 students became the 98th graduating class in school history during a ceremony that reflected on years of shared memories, personal growth and the different paths awaiting students after high school.
Cases dismissed in Richmond Community Bank of Missouri ATM theft
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Two felony cases stemming from the 2024 theft of an Automated Teller Machine (ATM) from Richmond Community Bank of Missouri have been dismissed. Montez Sherman of Independence and Terrance D.
Local teacher faces felony child abuse charges
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Allegations involving the restraint and physical handling of preschool special education students inside a Richmond classroom have resulted in felony child abuse charges against a longtime Dear Elementary teacher.
RAY COUNTY SHERIFF
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Ray County Sheriff’s Department arrests from May 1, 2026 to May 9, 2026. Sunday, May 3 At 12:00 a.m., Paul R.
Local students receive Ray-Carroll scholarships
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The Ray-Carroll County Grain Growers Scholarship Committee awarded 20 scholarships totaling $20,000 to graduating seniors for the 2025-26 school year. The scholarship fund was established in 1981 and awards are presented each spring to outstanding seniors who are children of cooperative members or are members themselves.
Free fishing event aims to remove barriers for local families
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What began as an effort to create monthly community-driven activities has grown into an upcoming outdoor event organizers hope will encourage families to unplug, spend time together and make lasting memories at Southview Park.
Council backs Blue Shield effort for police department
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Richmond city leaders are pursuing continued participation in Missouri’s Blue Shield program as officials seek future grant opportunities tied to law enforcement funding and public safety initiatives.
Hardin-Central graduates step into next chapter
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Laughter, reflection and advice for the future shaped Hardin-Central’s commencement ceremony as the class of 2026 celebrated graduation alongside family, teachers and classmates. The ceremony, held on Mother’s Day for Hardin-Central’s 17 graduating seniors, combined humor, nostalgia and encouragement as speakers reflected on the class’s growth from elementary school through high school.
