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Council approves tax levy, blower repair

8 months ago By Miranda Jamison

Richmond residents will see a slight decrease in the city’s property tax levy for 2025, even as higher assessments and new construction are expected to push collections above $1 million. The council recently approved Bill No.

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Field to Fork

8 months ago By News Staff

Field to Fork is a new weekly recipe series from Project Guardian, featuring simple, healthy meals using fresh produce from farmer’s markets or Harvesters boxes. Recipes are provided by Ashley Thompson, Project Guardian community health worker, and are designed to help families make the most of seasonal, affordable ingredients.

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Law enforcement officials warn laser strikes threaten aviation safety

8 months ago By News Staff

Shining a laser at an aircraft may seem harmless to some, but law enforcement is warning the act can blind pilots, endanger hundreds of lives and land offenders in federal prison. An act that may be intended as fun or a prank could impair an aircraft pilot’s vision and potentially cause an accident.

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Missouri corn adds a-maize-ing complexity to whiskey

8 months ago By Linda Geist

Corn whiskey has long been an American tradition and a vital part of Missouri’s economy. University of Missouri Extension researchers are working to help corn growers that provide locally sourced corn to distilleries for brewed corn whiskey.

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County officials hear plan for new disability services building

8 months ago By Miranda Jamison

Plans to expand day programs and services for people with developmental disabilities in Ray County took center stage as commissioners heard about a building project, which leaders say is urgently needed to meet demand.

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Bond modified for ES man facing 35 harassment charges

8 months ago By Miranda Jamison

An Excelsior Springs man has been granted a bond modification in two felony cases, allowing him to post 10% toward bonds, while facing dozens of harassment charges, a domestic assault charge and a probation violation.

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Ray County 911 secures bond funding

8 months ago By Miranda Jamison

Ray County 911’s longawaited building project took a major step forward this week with the successful sale of more than $8 million in bonds, a financial move officials noted exceeded expectations and positioned the agency well for the future.

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Local first responder finds healing through service

8 months ago By Miranda Jamison

Emergency calls, stage lights and swim meets may not seem connected, but for one local volunteer, they all serve the same purpose – helping others. Trish Fields has turned each role into both a way to heal herself and give back to her community.

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School Board adopts tax levy, expands mental health support

8 months ago By Miranda Jamison

The Richmond R-XVI Board of Education approved a tax levy and budget plan expected to generate more than $7.3 million in local property tax revenue for the 2025-26 school year, reflecting a $490,941 increase from the prior year.

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Orrick superintendent looks ahead to long-term success

8 months ago By Miranda Jamison

Editor’s Note: This is the final of a two-part story on Orrick Superintendent Chris Russo, as he looks at Orrick’s strengths and challenges, shares his long-term vision for the district and ways his family has influenced his path in education.

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