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Body Ray County commissioners approved the 2026 county budget despite objections from Prosecuting Attorney Camille Johnston, who argued the numbers used for her office did not reflect actual payroll obligations or the staffing needed to do the work.

Body Richmond Middle School eighth graders recently participated in the school’s first Reality Fair, an interactive program designed to help students understand the financial decisions adults face when balancing income and everyday expenses.

Body Ray County students will soon see expanded drug prevention education after each district received $20,000 to support programs such as Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.), as well as other awareness efforts aimed at helping young people avoid substance use.

Body Weeks after a fire destroyed multiple structures at Sunshine Lake, Ray County officials and relief representatives met with residents at the Eagleton Center to discuss recovery needs, available assistance and the legal problems already hanging over the campground.

Body Ray County Sheriff’s Department arrests from February 23, 2026 to February 28, 2026. Monday, February 23 At 7:55 p.m., Noah Bowman, 27, of Hardin, Mo.

Body As Richmond prepares to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary, a new baking contest will give local residents a chance to showcase their favorite fruit pie recipes.

Body Editor’s note: This is the first of a twopart story about the nonprofit Bridge of Hope and its work supporting women and families facing unexpected pregnancies.

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Body A lack of quorum prevented the Ray County 911 Board from taking any official action during its latest meeting, leaving multiple agenda items automatically tabled while members discussed staffing, equipment requests and operational updates.