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Body RICHMOND – Many Richmond folks will remember the late Crystine Harrison and her poems, a few of which are still read during Advent at Richmond United Methodist Church. Her sons, Jerry and Bob Harrison, have compiled a book of their late mother’s poetry.

Body RICHMOND – Born and raised around Richmond, Emily Layman is back at Shirkey Golf Course. Layman grew up as the average horseback-riding girl, learned to cook from her grandmother and went on to own an in-home bakery and catering service business.

Body DURING LAST WEEK’S Ray County Commission meeting, retiring County Clerk Glenda Powell sits with her heir apparent, Heather Maulsby. A Republican, Maulsby is unopposed in the August primary and November general elections. Before leaving office Dec.

Body RICHMOND – Circuit Judge Kevin Walden and the Ray County Commission seek agreement on continued use of the less-costly house arrest alternative to jailing people awaiting trial.

Body COLUMBIA – The Missouri 4-H Foundation presented The State Bank of Missouri’s Richmond branch with the 2022 Naomi Crouch 4-H Volunteer Leadership Award in recognition of more than 30 years of service and support to 4-H.

Body RICHMOND – A plein air theater is set to open in what is becoming a destination restaurant-entertainment complex in Richmond. Owner Randy Huffman said the theater is expected to be in use next week.

Body RICHMOND – Shari Renfro, and Amanda and Tim Cringan of Ray County have received the 2021 Frank Graham 4-H Volunteer Leadership Award from the 4-H Center for Youth Development.

Body REIGNING SUPREME at the Richmond Community Easter Egg Hunt on April 15 at Maurice Roberts Park, the Easter Bunny watches more than 200 hunters spread out across the lawn. Later, aided by Justin Richards, the bunny holds court while surrounded by children after the hunt.

Body RICHMOND – Western Commisisoner Gary Wilhite discussed the idea of having those in the care of the Ray County Public Administrator’s Office reimburse the county.