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RICHMOND– While waiting for Oak Ridge Assisted Living Center’s doors to open, Marilyn Hamann sat in her vehicle in the parking lot. Expecting to see her mother in person after being separated for a year because of COVID-19 has been rough, she said.

RICHMOND – Contested city council and school board races, almost non-existent in much of Ray County, in this area involve only two Richmond City Council wards. Rob Brash faces 2nd Ward incumbent Deanna Guy.

JEFFERSON CITY – A bill proposed by state Sen. Denny Hoskins, whose district includes Ray County, would incentivize movie crews to film in Missouri.

RICHMOND – The 911 board heard criticism from Sheriff Scott Childers in January when he did not get money for more communication equipment. The board responded in February, saying the department got communication equipment money under the former sheriff and must address more pressing issues; and Childers is having another go at explaining his position.

RICHMOND – A COVID-19 outbreak at the Ray County Jail sen several staff members and employees home, Sheriff Scott Childers said March 18. Eleven people – six inmates and five employees – tested positive for the virus, he said.

RICHMOND – The Northland Coalition has inducted Christal Milligan into the Prevention Volunteer Hall of Fame. “Our Hall of Fame inductees have all given many years and hundreds of hours to support prevention efforts in our area,” Northland Coalition information states.

RICHMOND – The Richmond Board of Education hired Dr. Marlaine Boyd to serve as Dear Elementary School principal.

RICHMOND – Students do not plan to be driven far from their agricultural roots, with several piloting tractors to school during National FFA Week. On the same day, Gov.