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Now law, House Bill (HB) 402 modifies the definition of hospitals, allowing rural emergency hospitals which comply with Medicare conditions to be licensed as hospitals, according to Missouri District 7 Representative Peggy Mc-Gaugh. “The Missouri General Assembly this year passed several provisions aimed at bettering access to healthcare in Missouri. HB 402 will reduce barriers and allow advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) to practice fully with their education and training.” said McGaugh. “Both of these provisions in HB 402 will go a long way in ensuring that our citizens have access to good, quality healthcare – especially in our rural areas.”

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Going back to school is something to celebrate in the eyes of the Richmond R-XVI School District. They are celebrating with a third annual “Back to School Bash” on Tuesday, Aug. 15, 4-8 p.m. at the Richmond High School.

The Spartan Ridge at Southview Park disc golf course was a topic at Tuesday’s Richmond City Council meeting. The next stage of the course project involves creating concrete tees.

As the school year approaches, shoebox packers are making use of back-to-school prices to purchase gifts and essential items for children in need around the world. Residents in Richmond are collecting school supplies, along with personal care items and toys, to pack in shoeboxes.

School starts in a couple of weeks and with excitement, Dear Elementary Principal Dr. Marlaine Boyd wanted to share information regarding elementary school parking, keeping the construction at the early childhood center in mind “We will be managing traffic with the construction and of course the excitement that comes with a new facility. Traffic patterns may be different than previous years and our parking will be limited,” she said. “We just ask everyone to be extra cautious, read and follow the signs posted. Please allow extra time for pick up and drop off. Groundbreaking dates have not been set yet but once they are we will share the date and time with the community so that all can be connected to the excitement.”