News

Body Today marks Missouri Arbor Day and the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) encourages everyone to recognize the importance of Missouri’s trees and forests.

Body The Ray County Commission recently addressed several ongoing matters, including opioid settlement fund planning and technology services. Commissioners discussed the remaining $173,000 in opioid settlement funds available for use.

Body Women in the Orrick community will once again have access to life-saving breast cancer screenings as Diagnostic Imaging Centers, P.A. brings its mobile mammography unit to Orrick High School from 8 a.m.

Body A celebration of resilience, leadership and compassion recently brought women from across the region together during the Women in Business and Leadership Luncheon hosted by Richmond News and Excelsior Springs Standard in honor of Women’s History Month.

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Body Food insecurity is becoming more common in Ray County, with hundreds of families relying on local food pantries each month and donations steadily declining.

Body Ray County’s ongoing jail renovation project remains on track as officials work through building repairs, staffing shortages and equipment procurement issues.

Body Many locations offer senior discounts that can begin as early as age 50. These discounts may be available at restaurants, supermarkets, and retail stores. Often, customers need to ask for a discount since it may not be readily advertised.

Body Three candidates are vying for two seats on the Orrick School Board. The three candidates are incumbents James Hulsey, Amy McNary and newcomer Roger Thomas.

Body Three candidates are vying for one seat on the Ray County Hospital Board of Trustees, a fiveyear term. Richmond News asked the candidates a series of targeted questions to shed light on their policies and vision for the community.