Election reforms, newspaper bill advance in Missouri House
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Missouri State Rep. Peggy McGaugh highlighted House passage of multiple bills and broader legislative action during the second half of the legislative session.
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Lawn scarifying explained
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To those unfamiliar with lawn maintenance, the term “scarify” might sound like something horror movie directors hope to do to audiences who watch their films. But scarifying has nothing to do with frightening filmgoers, and everything to do with promoting a lush, green and healthy lawn.
Area plumbers outline professional standards
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Editor’s note: This is the final of a two-part series highlighting a “Ray County Voices” podcast episode featuring local plumbing professionals. Part One covered common plumbing issues and maintenance, while Part Two explores training, qualifications and hiring considerations.
From training requirements to licensing and experience, local plumbing professionals are sharing things homeowners should consider when hiring a professional.
Extra Exposure: Ray Co. Egg Hunts 3.28.26
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Ray County reviews final phase of ARPA funding
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With several projects now complete, Ray County Commissioners are working to allocate roughly $500,000 in remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds before a federal spending deadline later this year.
Ready, set, hunt
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LILLYONNA CLEMONS scrambles to collect the best finds at First Baptist of Richmond..
Utility equipment failures prompt emergency purchases
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Facing unexpected failures in critical utility equipment, Richmond City Council members approved emergency purchases to prevent disruptions to essential services. The approval came during a recent meeting as city officials outlined the need for the emergency purchase after multiple issues arose at the North Lift Station, reducing system redundancy and increasing the risk of operational problems.
Cleanup effort focuses on education, environmental impact
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With a donkey wagon trailing behind, a group of children walked the edges of St. Cloud Road, turning a cleanup effort into a hands-on lesson about the environment.
State monitoring program detects nitazenes in Orrick schools
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A statewide wastewater monitoring program has detected nitazenes in the Orrick R-XI School District, prompting district officials to notify families and outline steps being taken to ensure student safety and awareness.
RAY COUNTY SHERIFF
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Ray County Sheriff’s Department arrests from March 15, 2026 to March 21, 2026. Monday, March 16 Lester Crosby, 64, of Hardin, Mo., was arrested.
