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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.

LILLYONNA CLEMONS scrambles to collect the best finds at First Baptist of Richmond..

Facing unexpected failures in critical utility equipment, Richmond City Council members approved emergency purchases to prevent disruptions to essential services.

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.

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’s Department arrests from March 15, 2026 to March 21, 2026. Monday, March 16 Lester Crosby, 64, of Hardin, Mo., was arrested.

Two candidates are on the ballot for one seat on the Crystal Lakes Special Road District in the April 7 municipal election. The candidates are Ron Smith and Chris Reynolds.

ERIC JACKSON University of Missouri Extension Director of Risk and Volunteer Management. Every April, National Volunteer Month invites us to pause and appreciate something remarkable: Giving your time doesn’t just strengthen your community.

Hobbies can have a profound impact on physical and mental health. The National Institutes of Health says hobbies can reduce stress, lower blood pressure and may prolong life. Hobbies also enhance cognitive function and can foster social interactions that help to combat loneliness.