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Editor’s note: This is the first of a two-part series examining kratom and products containing its increasingly potent derivative, 7-OH, and the growing concerns surrounding their availability, regulation and health effects.

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A request for relief from road permit fees tied to fiber construction brought Green Hills Communications before Ray County commissioners.

A proposal to modernize the way Ray County’s Planning and Zoning regulations are accessed and reviewed was recently presented to commissioners with an emphasis on transparency, navigation and document tracking.

Editor’s note: This is the final of a two-part story examining the way traffic tickets can affect Missouri drivers beyond the initial fine.

Editor’s note: This is the final of a two-part series examining new leadership at Ray County Hospital. Part Two explores DeKezel’s leadership approach and long-term vision for the hospital’s future, while Part One focused on the challenges facing rural hospitals.

From essays and artwork to short videos, Ray County youth are being encouraged to use creativity to share personal perspectives on alcohol and drug prevention.

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Efforts at the state level to reduce or eliminate certain taxes are prompting concern about the loss of local control and funding for county services in Ray County.