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Body RICHMOND – Auditors gave the city a clean audit and praised the administration’s handling of finances in the past fiscal year. Rita Carpenter of Westbrook & Co.

Body JEFFERSON CITY – Rep. Derek Grier has filed legislation to support home-based businesses in Missouri.

Body RICHMOND – Hardin Assistant Fire Chief Ryan Dickey told the Ray County Commission he has a lot to do in his role as the county’s new Emergency Management Agency coordinator.

Body RICHMOND – Federal coronavirus Rescue Plan funds for Lafayette County Health Care Coalition could benefit Ray Countians. U.S.

Body LEXINGTON – Richard Anthony Arrington’s case remains in limbo after appearing in court March 10 in Lafayette County. On the same day, court records show Arrington’s decision to waive extradition, possibly to Arizona, went by mail to Gov.

Body As we move forward in the spring, I wanted to update our community on spring calendar changes, celebrate student and staff the accomplishments, and communicate plans for combating future district challenges.

Body RICHMOND – Community Bank of Missouri announced Stephanie Landwehr has been named the bank’s president and chief operating officer. Landwehr began her banking career in Richmond in 1978 after graduating from the University of Missouri with a degree in accounting.

Body 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.

Body 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.

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