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Body Plans to expand day programs and services for people with developmental disabilities in Ray County took center stage as commissioners heard about a building project, which leaders say is urgently needed to meet demand.

Body An Excelsior Springs man has been granted a bond modification in two felony cases, allowing him to post 10% toward bonds, while facing dozens of harassment charges, a domestic assault charge and a probation violation.

Body Ray County 911’s longawaited building project took a major step forward this week with the successful sale of more than $8 million in bonds, a financial move officials noted exceeded expectations and positioned the agency well for the future.

Body Emergency calls, stage lights and swim meets may not seem connected, but for one local volunteer, they all serve the same purpose – helping others. Trish Fields has turned each role into both a way to heal herself and give back to her community.

Body The Richmond R-XVI Board of Education approved a tax levy and budget plan expected to generate more than $7.3 million in local property tax revenue for the 2025-26 school year, reflecting a $490,941 increase from the prior year.

Body Editor’s Note: This is the final of a two-part story on Orrick Superintendent Chris Russo, as he looks at Orrick’s strengths and challenges, shares his long-term vision for the district and ways his family has influenced his path in education.

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Body Invoices for boarding inmates outside Ray County raised more questions than answers, prompting commissioners to call staff for clarification during their latest session. The records included charges from Harrison County, but commissioners noted the dates and totals did not align.

Body Field to Fork is a new weekly recipe series from Project Guardian, featuring simple, healthy meals using fresh produce from farmer’s markets or Harvesters boxes.

Body Ray County residents eager to preserve their garden bounty gathered for a recent Community Connections class, where University of Missouri Extension Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health Sue Robison led an in-depth presentation on home canning.