January 2024

District 53 state Rep. Terry Thompson recently shared insight on open enrollment with the Richmond R-XVI School Board, stating the topic is “back with a vengeance.” The Public School Open Enrollment Act, which enables K-12 students to transfer from their resident district to a nonresident district, shall become effective on July 1.

During a recent Richmond R-XVI School District Board meeting, District Operations Director Jeff Southwick and Superintendent Dr. Bryan Copple discussed frustrations with the Early Childhood Center (ECC) project.

Parents, educators, caregivers and children are being warned of the dangers associated with online activity, as it may lead to the solicitation and enticement of a minor to engage in sexual acts, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI). Sextortion involves an offender coercing a minor to create and send sexually explicit images or videos. An adult offender receives sexually explicit material from the child, the victim is then commanded to send more material or have the compromising material released. . These offenders are seeking sexual gratification.

With extreme weather conditions being experienced in the area, 75% of the hours allotted for schools closures have been used. Richmond R-XVI School District Superintendent Dr.

The Richmond News, Jan. 26, 2024 Mary Turner The family of Mary Sue Turner is celebrating a life full of tenacity, resilience and courage after she passed in her sleep Jan.

The Richmond News, Jan. 26, 2024 “Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” (Hebrews 4:16) Becky Donaldson Linda Rebecca Donaldson (Becky) was born Nov.

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. Caroline McCone’s opportunity to spend time with our staff came from the Potter Digital Ambassadors program by MU and the Missouri Press Association .

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Richmond varsity boys basketball coach Kevin Jermain saw his Spartans kick their game into high gear Monday night against Excelsior Springs. Taking control with a 36-17 first half, the Spartans cruised to a 67-45 victory at Richmond Middle School to open the Winter Classic.