Opinion

Body A recent visit to Richmond News by a University of Missouri (MU) graduate student, I’ve acquired new skills, knowledge and a fresh understanding of the importance of a small town newspaper.

Body Ted Kooser lives on acreage near Garland, Neb. What would become his writing career began when Ted was in his teens. Today he is known for his conversational style, with subjects often about love, family, place and time.

Body “Perfection is the enemy of progress,” according to Winston Churchill. It’s the time of year when we try to do too much, change too quickly.

Body Working at the newspaper there really isn’t a “snow day.” Yes, it is snowing and there are icicles pointing down from buildings but a newspaper must be printed. Even if my driveway is covered with snow eight inches deep, stories must be typed off and sent to be edited.

Body Amid the recent snow drifting into the area, children stayed home as parents scrambled to make work arrangements. Others worked from home, and some took the day off to cozy together, watching movies and making homemade pizza.

Body After getting engaged last month, you can only imagine I have been scrambling to plan my wedding. I used to think people were joking or exaggerating about the wedding planning process.

Body Aaron Hicks, President of Henrietta Special Road District. Gill Road.

Body My nephew, Beau, keeps me on my toes. Keeping on my toes is a good way to develop balance and agility.

Body Ray County Presiding Commissioner Billy Gaines said the commission is in good shape for the 2024 new year and outlined county goals for 2024. “Our plan for 2024 is to oversee all boards in Ray County and ensure the taxpayers are getting what they are paying for.

Body The holidays came and left, now what are we supposed to do with this new year? What do we do with ourselves? It is a new year but it is also another day. Physically and mentally, nothing happens to us when the clock strikes midnight.