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By David Knopf, News Editor Doug Peterson, a state soil health conservationist with USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service, uses a demonstration on the benefits of no-till planting for soil health…
Local runners spared in Boston bombings
By Eric Copeland, Excelsior Springs Standard As America watched the horror unfold Monday during the end of the Boston Marathon, two local men practically had front row seats. Don Ledford…
City to give hand in Orrick clean-up
By David Knopf/Richmond News Orrick residents interested in clearing clutter from their yards and garages this year can make it a reality – even if they lack a strong back…
Center to open for pregnant women at crossroads
By David Knopf/Richmond News A life-changing moment Connie Taylor experienced for herself may soon become the impetus for changing other lives. Taylor, a cancer survivor who will soon turn 60,…
Proposed bill would keep farm safety net intact
By Congressman Emanuel Cleaver I will soon be introducing new legislation that will make supplemental agriculture disaster assistance available. This is critically important for farmers and ranchers in Missouri’s Fifth…
Sen. David Pearce: Report from Jefferson City
The one constitutionally mandated job of the Missouri General Assembly is to pass a balanced state budget by the deadline of 6 p.m. the Friday before the last day of…
Ray County Humane Society: Special cats, dogs looking for homes
The Humane Society of Ray County has a selection of adoptable cats and dogs at its shelter. Regular adoption days are held each Saturday and Sunday from 1-3 p.m. at…
Missouri Crop Progress: Field work, corn planting were off to fast start before wet weather hit the state
Through April 8 Agricultural Summary Drier conditions across the State have allowed for tillage and planting progress. Fertilizer was applied to wheat, pastures and ground to be planted to corn.…
Citywide garage sale deadline Wednesday
All of those snow days might have inspired some area residents to clean out their closets and attics in preparation for Richmond’s Citywide Garage and Sidewalk Sale. The event is…
RCCAA art show expands categories, viewing dates
Ray County Community Arts Association is expanding its Fine Arts and Photograph Show – both in categories and date of public viewing. The public can view submitted artwork as early…
