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Editor’s Note: This is the final of a two-part series on United Cerebral Palsy President and CEO Armando Contreras. The first installment traced ways his life was shaped by disability from birth, his path to leading UCP and the steps he took to guide the organization out of financial crisis.

Bridge safety and routine contracts shared the agenda as Ray County commissioners moved through a series of projects and maintenance items during their most recent session.

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A surge in complex guardianship and conservatorship cases – including a sprawling elderly abuse investigation involving stolen funds, seized property and hundreds of livestock – has left the county’s public administrator warning her three-person staff cannot keep pace with state-mandated duties.

Editor’s note: This is the first of a two-part story on Orrick Superintendent Chris Russo, who shared why he was drawn to the district, plans for transition from principal to the new position, top priorities for the year and lessons carried from the classroom.

A case that once drew headlines for a violent jail escape attempt has now ended with a prison sentence in Ray County.

Ray County first responders played a visible role at this year’s Missouri State Fair Fire Department, joining a record-setting operation and bringing home recognition for their work. The Missouri State Fair Fire Department provides fire and emergency medical responses during the fair.

Herbicide injury to plants doesn’t just happen on or near farmland. Nontarget plants in gardens and landscapes can also be affected.

The Richmond News and the Richmond Area Chamber of Commerce will present the 2025 Ray County Farm Crawl on Sept. 20, offering a one-of-a-kind event celebrating local farms, food and family fun.

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.