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Body We currently live in a culture of political mistrust, declining confidence in our public leaders and skepticism about the credibility of decision makers, national media outlets, local and state government institutions.

Body Kansas City native Matt Evans has been appointed the newest police officer for the city by Richmond City Council. As a military veteran, Evans brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to the role.

Body A recent gathering for the annual Product and Service Day at the Missouri capitol was attended by managers and employees of the state’s sheltered workshops. The event showcases these workshops’ essential role in providing employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Body When Jill Pence first entered the brand-new Richmond High School (RHS) in 1985, she could never have imagined that 40 years later, she would still be influencing young minds.

Body Three Vietnam veterans gathered at Southpoint Cemetery on a lonely hillside to pay their respects to Forrest Paul (FP) Dickey, who was killed in action 58 years ago on Dec. 1, 1966, while serving with the Fourth Infantry Division.

Body The honor roll for the sixth, seventh and eighth grades with a GPA of 3.2 to 3.

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Body Supporting high school seniors who plan to pursue higher education, Mediacom Communications is providing $60,000 in scholarship support. Now in its 24th consecutive year, this scholarship program will award 60 high school seniors with $1,000 World Class Scholarships.

Body Editor’s note: This is the first part of a two-part series about Lincoln School and the anniversary of integration in Richmond. The end of the Civil War marked the official conclusion of slavery, which made education for Black children legal.

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