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Body Building reports submitted to the Richmond R-XVI Board of Education outlined enrollment trends, attendance benchmarks and midyear academic growth data, offering a comprehensive districtwide snapshot of student performance from elementary through high school.

Body A series of continuation issues resurfaced during public comment at a recent Ray County Commission meeting, including ongoing disturbance complaints tied to a local business, follow-up on a proposed digital zoning workflow system and renewed questions about MU Extension and 4-H...

Body Initial discussions suggested a bridge replacement might cost roughly $250,000, but engineering estimates presented to Ray County Commissioners now place the project closer to $600,000 to $700,000.

Body Long-standing district regulations outlining library material selection and homeschooled student eligibility for activities governed by the Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) could soon be rescinded or revised under a statewide policy update.

Body A Ray County resident urged the Ray County Commission to clarify what protocol is when loud music continues late into the night near neighboring properties and businesses.

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Body Editor’s note: This is the first of a two-part series examining a recent community adoption event hosted in partnership with Ace’s Sanctuary & Cat Rescue and the broader work behind the organization’s mission.

Body A former Ray County sheriff has filed a civil lawsuit against Ray County Prosecuting Attorney Camille Johnston, alleging statements made during a 2024 county commission meeting were false and harmed his reputation.

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Body During National Salute to Veteran Patients Week, the Missouri Rural Health Association (MRHA) is releasing new research shining a stark light on the health inequities facing Missouri’s rural veterans and calls for urgent action to better serve those who have served our country.