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One football, huge meaning

Body A group effort can create a ripple effect that travels miles. Because of Mike Karl’s spirit and Spartan pride this past football season, a football signed by Richmond football seniors was gifted to him on Christmas.
MIKE KARL IS HONORED to receive a football signed by the Richmond High football team seniors. Shown are, back row, from left, coach Nick Persell, Larry Penniston, Jack Gouge, Hunter Bowman, Thomas Murphy, Eli Steele and Joe Burch; front row, Joshua Pyle, Donivin Williams, Aidan Ivison, Bailon Stockton, Karl, Trevin Quick, Dayne Loftin, TJ Rush and Donte Pringle. SOPHIA BALES | Staff

Eradication of bush honeysuckle encouraged

Body In order to put a stop to the invasive bush honeysuckle or Lonicera Maackii currently taking over forests in Missouri and Kansas, according to Debbie Neff of Excelsior Springs has organized an eradication event for Watkins Mill State Park, from 10:30 a.m.
BUSH HONEYSUCKLE THICKETS like this one are taking over Missouri’s woodlands. Submitted

Richmond police officers receive rewards and promotions

Body SEVERAL RICHMOND POLICE OFFICERS received awards and promotions during a recent Richmond City Council meeting. Detective Aaron Adkins, Cpl. Tomas Rodriguez, Lt. Brandon Ray, Interim Chief Scott Bagley, Sgt. Luke Covey, School Resource Officer Romulus Davis and Cpl.
SEVERAL RICHMOND POLICE OFFICERS received awards and promotions during a recent Richmond City Council meeting. Detective Aaron Adkins, Cpl. Tomas Rodriguez, Lt. Brandon Ray, Interim Chief Scott Bagley, Sgt. Luke Covey, School Resource Officer Romulus Davis and Cpl. Cody Davis are seen here getting together and celebrating their promotions. SOPHIA BALES | Staff

CAP brings out inner child

Body The Community at Play (CAP) program continues to bring out the inner child in Ray County residents. Dressed to the nines, with party lights everywhere and DJ Timmy Leach playing music, CAP hosted two events last weekend.
VIVID COLORED LIGHTS and well-known music engage attendees at the Community at Play (CAP) dance. Many dance the night away as CAP continues to gather feedback from our area residents and community members. SOPHIA BALES | Staff

RAY COUNTY SHERIFF

Body Ray County Sheriff’s Department arrests from January 4, 2023 to January 10, 2023. Wednesday, January 4 Callie Marie Smith, 36, of Lawson, MO, was arrested for assault.

Romulus Davis named Officer of the Year

Body Honoring officers will be a new tradition according to Richmond Police Interim Chief Scott Bagley. During a recent Richmond City Council meeting, Bagley gave recognition, rewarded and promoted officers.
ROMULUS DAVIS was awarded Richmond Police Officer of the Year during a recent Richmond City Council meeting. Davis has been with the department for four years. SOPHIA BALES | Staff
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