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Richmond upgrades regs on closed sessions, records

7 min ago By Richmond News Staff

Richmond officials have revamped city regulations for holding open and closed meetings, as well as making government records public. Recently, Richmond City council agreed to update Section 150.020 of the city code to align with the Missouri Revised Statutes governing access to closed records, votes and meetings.

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Council approves fire department antenna

7 min ago By Richmond News Staff

The Richmond City Council recently approved the purchase of a new antenna for the city’s fire department (RFD). The council approved a $2,125.82 bid from St.

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Extra funds for city audit approved

7 min ago By Richmond News Staff

The city of Richmond will pay $6,790 more than expected for the 2023 fiscal year audit. City Finance Director Dawn Jennings explained the March invoice submitted by Westbrook & Co.

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Hummingbirds coming to area

7 min ago By Miranda Jamison

The time to prepare for the thrill of seeing nectarloving visitors in local backyards is now. Although other western hummingbirds can be spotted, the Ruby-throated or Archilochus Colubris Hummingbird is most commonly observed in Missouri and is venturing to the area.

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Notable senior health concerns

7 min ago By News Staff

The human body changes as it ages. While certain conditions are commonly associated with aging, some individuals may be surprised to learn of the more common health conditions that can affect seniors. The World Health Organization says one in six people will be 60 or older by 2030. With such a large portion of the population on the cusp of turning 60, it makes sense for individuals to familiarize themselves with the more notable issues affecting seniors.

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Healthy exposure to the sun

7 min ago By News Staff

Spring and summer are times of the year when the great outdoor beckons more strongly than it does in fall and winter. Temperate climates and abundant sunshine encourage people to leave their homes and bask in the warm rays of the sun.

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Cold, hard truth of impaired driving played out for RHS teens

2 min ago By Sharon Donat

Richmond High School students witnessed a simulated drunk driving accident on Wednesday, April 10. The program is designed to convey the possible consequences of driving impaired in real time.

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Tips to teach good driving habits

2 min ago By News Staff

Parents can use these guidelines to talk to their teens about safe driving from https://www.safewise.com/faq/ auto-safety/talk-teen-safe-driving/. Explain the responsibility that comes with a driver’s license.

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