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Although the Ray County Fair ended this week, Richmond High School (RHS) Future Farmers of America (FFA) prepared vigorously for months prior to the events. Two RHS seniors, FFA President Allison Coats and FFA student Taylor McGlothin, shared their preparation processes.

of Lawson was crowned 2023 Miss Ray County and received a $2,100 scholarship during the week of the Ray County Fair, the pageant held recently at Farris Theater. Maddie Prom of Richmond won People’s Choice and received a $1,000 scholarship, while Alexis Reeves of Lawson won Miss Congeniality and a $400 scholarship.

Showing gratitude for local veterans, Orrick Christian Church (OCC) representatives recently delivered gifts and cash to Veterans Community Project (VCP) Outreach Center in Kansas City, Mo. The group delivered more than 200 items, with a total value of $500, along with $1,795 in cash and gift card donations as a tribute to veterans.

The Richmond Area Chamber of Commerce hosts a luncheon each summer, along with a special presentation in hopes of spreading knowledge about a variety of topics. At the most recent luncheon, Digital Media Specialist Courtney Cole of Excelsior Springs spoke to local business owners about using social media.

“Thank you for joining us today. It is great to hear everyone mingling and talking,” said Chamber President Stephanie Landwehr, as she thanked sponsors for the event, Richard and Mary Bidding of Edward Jones.”

The Richmond Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated the grand opening of Tractor Supply Co. (TSC) with a ribbon cutting last week. TSC announced the acquisition of Orscheln Farm and Home in October 2022.

A 68-year-old Wood Heights man who was already facing felony rape and possession charges has been arrested again, this time for allegedly running after two people while holding a machete and then barricading himself inside his home. This arrest marks the third case against James Wayne Woodruff Sr.

In hopes of giving Ray County recognition, Orrick farmer Tom Waters and Precision Mazes Owner Rob Stouffer collaborated to make an a-maze-ing message for Taylor Swift. Swift played two nights at the Kansas City, Mo.

Taking into consideration the community’s wants and the opportunities it would bring, Ideal Industries Incorporated (iii) opened a new and improved recycling center on Wednesday. Heather Pugh, executive director of the Richmond nonprofit organization, _____________________ declared the opening an “exciting time.” Funded through Mid America Regional Council (MARC) and the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, Pugh said iii teamed up with Show-Me Construction of Richmond, who built the structure.

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