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Lawson Chamber of Commerce closing

1 year ago By News Staff

After decades of supporting local businesses and community initiatives, the Lawson Chamber of Commerce will officially close its doors on June 4. The decision follows a meeting on May 7, during which members discussed the organization’s future.

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Women encouraged to turn attention inward

1 year ago By Miranda Jamison

Too often, women put their own health at the bottom of the list – sandwiched between busy workdays, childcare, aging parents and community obligations. During Women’s Health Month, women across Ray County are encouraged to put themselves at the top, even just for one appointment or conversation.

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New charges bring felony count to 33 for Hardin man

1 year ago By Miranda Jamison

A 25-year-old Hardin man is now facing 33 felony charges tied to graphic allegations of abuse and misconduct in four separate cases. Brant K.

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Lovers Lane residents demand action on failed road surfacing

1 year ago By Miranda Jamison

Residents of Lovers Lane pressed Ray County commissioners Wednesday to investigate why a chip-and-seal road project completed less than two years ago is already falling apart – and to compel the contractor, Vance Brothers, to fix it under warranty.

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Council clears way for new businesses

1 year ago By Miranda Jamison

Two new commercial lots are coming to Richmond’s south side following city council approval of the final plat for a section of the Spartan Business Center. The council passed a bill approving the plat for lots five and six, located adjacent to the Scooters on Johnny Walker Lane.

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Felony case at risk over alleged mishandled evidence

1 year ago By Miranda Jamison

A 2021 shooting case involving multiple felonies may soon collapse after a public defender accused both the Ray County Sheriff’s Office and Prosecutor’s Office in open court of failing to secure key video evidence – a move she called a clear violation of constitutional rights.

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RPD duo honored for heroic stand-off response

1 year ago By Lead Reporter

MIRANDA JAMISON The response of two Richmond officers to a dangerous situation has earned them the state’s highest honor for bravery. Richmond Police Department (RPD) Lieutenant Brandon Ray and Sergeant Luke Covey were awarded the Medal of Valor by the Missouri Police Chiefs Association for their leadership during an armed standoff on April 15, 2024.

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RHS send-off

1 year ago By News Staff

ISABELLE DOOLEY gives the valedictorian speech at Richmond High School graduation ceremonies.

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Richmond man denied bond, 5 felonies

1 year ago By Miranda Jamison Staff Writer

A Richmond man has entered a not guilty plea and was denied a bond modification while facing five felony charges involving child pornography.

Jordan W. Seller, 28, is charged with second-degree promoting child pornography to a minor, three counts of possession of child pornography and tampering or attempting to tamper with a victim in a felony prosecution.