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Body Ray County residents eager to preserve their garden bounty gathered for a recent Community Connections class, where University of Missouri Extension Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health Sue Robison led an in-depth presentation on home canning.

Body Native plants beautify landscapes and help support Missouri wildlife. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC), in partnership with Missouri Prairie Foundation, will hold a native plant sale from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 13, at the Anita B.

Body Editor’s Note: This is the final of a two-part series on United Cerebral Palsy President and CEO Armando Contreras.

Body Bridge safety and routine contracts shared the agenda as Ray County commissioners moved through a series of projects and maintenance items during their most recent session.

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Body A surge in complex guardianship and conservatorship cases – including a sprawling elderly abuse investigation involving stolen funds, seized property and hundreds of livestock – has left the county’s public administrator warning her three-person staff cannot keep pace with...

Body Editor’s note: This is the first of a two-part story on Orrick Superintendent Chris Russo, who shared why he was drawn to the district, plans for transition from principal to the new position, top priorities for the year and lessons carried from the classroom.

Body A case that once drew headlines for a violent jail escape attempt has now ended with a prison sentence in Ray County.

Body Ray County first responders played a visible role at this year’s Missouri State Fair Fire Department, joining a record-setting operation and bringing home recognition for their work.

Body Herbicide injury to plants doesn’t just happen on or near farmland. Nontarget plants in gardens and landscapes can also be affected.