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Money not only concern when dealing with lime sludge
Along with the sobering news of Richmond’s lime sludge problems discussed at Wednesday’s City Council meeting, other questions stemming from those concerns were raised by city officials. Richmond Finance Director…
Marriage conference offers insight
The family unit is central to our society, yet as many will note, the sacred unit is taking a beating. Now, more than ever, it’s time for husbands and wives,…
Orrick teen charged with manslaughter
Ray County Prosecutors have dropped vehicular assault charges against an Orrick teen and have now charged him with involuntary manslaughter. Cody Kolosick is now charged with involuntary manslaughter and driving…
City’s lime sludge at critical levels
The city’s lime sludge at the city water plant has reached critical levels, and those in charge say something needs to be done now. The city council voted 5-3 last…
Messy fun
Five-year-old Clayton Snead seems to be having a lot of fun at the Parent As Teachers activity Tuesday evening, Jan. 13. The cold temperatures didn’t keep parents and their young…
Governor gets to work quickly on job creation
Gov. Jay Nixon wasted no time trying to stimulate job growth on his first full day in office on Tuesday. Nixon signed three executive orders aimed at stimulating and retaining…
Commissioners working daily to formulate budget
Ray County Commissioners are meeting on a daily basis trying to hammer out a budget. The process can be difficult with an economic environment that is volatile and increasing costs.…
Hot blaze on a frigid day
The owners of this home near Pine and Bissel Streets in Orrick could only watch as an Orrick firefighter makes his way into their home on Wednesday afternoon, putting out…
Rose Court Motel gets new life
Rose Court was a faded relic from a bygone day. The early 1950s motor court on old Highway 10 was considered a fleabag, a place where you wouldn’t want to…
Nance will play a bigger role in Jefferson City this year
Ray County should be well represented when it comes to discussing two of the hottest issues during last year’s campaign. Rep. Bob Nance, R-Excelsior Springs, is expected to be appointed…
