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6 days ago · County to allow marijuana dispensaries. By Sharon Donat. Ray Countians overwhelming voted to allow marijuana dispensaries in the county by a vote of 6,788 (59.165) No to 4,685 (40.84%) Yes in the November 2 election….
Obituaries - Richmond Daily News
MARIE HOLLOWAY BATES. 1 week ago By News Staff. Marie Bates May 30, 1931-June 25, 2024 Marie Holloway Bates, 93, of Clearwater, Fla., died at 2:30 p.m. June 25, 2024, while residing at Sabal Palms of Largo, Fla. She passed peacefully of natural causes, surrounded by family. Read more.
City crew discovers, repairs main line leak | Richmond Daily News
Oct 10, 2024 · News. Richmond Public Works Department personnel were fortunate when discovering and treating a water leak recently, according to City Manager Tonya Willim. In materials sent to city leaders, Willim stated personnel found the leak in a 4-inch water main on Shotwell Street. The leak resulted from “a 360-degree split,” she wrote.
Fire departments battle local blaze | Richmond Daily News
Nov 8, 2024 · Fire departments battle local blaze. Thu, 11/07/2024 - 14:10. Posted in: News. Richmond Fire Department (RFD) was dispatched to 403 Vine Street for a working structure fire earlier this week. Fire crews arrived in minutes and confirmed the residents were not in the structure. Suppression efforts began immediately.
Homecoming king helps clear path for rushers as Richmond romps
Oct 10, 2024 · Sports. For senior John Weber, something sweetened his honor of being named Richmond’s 2024 homecoming king: Richmond’s 56-7 Week 6 thumping of visiting Carrollton in varsity 11-man football. Weber helped sweeten the honor as one of Richmond’s offensive and defensive linemen. Unofficially, the Spartans tallied 407 rushing yards with Weber ...
School district gets clean audit | Richmond Daily News
Oct 17, 2024 · An in-depth discussion on the results of a “clean” audit of Richmond R-XVI School District was held during a recent Board of Education meeting. The audit focused on the modified cash-basis financial statements of the governmental activities and each major fund of the Richmond R-XVI School District for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, according to Mandy Kaullen, a partner at Westbrook ...
Seniors safeguard mental health | Richmond Daily News
4 days ago · According to the World Health Organization, approximately 15 percent of the world’s adults aged 60 and over suffer from a mental disorder. What makes that statistic even more troubling is that the WHO acknowledges it likely doesn’t paint the most accurate picture of seniors and mental health, as depression is often undiagnosed among older ...
American Legion honors veterans | Richmond Daily News
4 days ago · Richmond American Legion Post 237 recently hosted a heartfelt Veterans Day service to honor the brave men and women who have served in the armed forces. The event began with a solemn flag-raising ceremony accompanied by the stirring notes of the national anthem. Participants then recited the Pledge of Allegiance and joined in prayer, reinforcing the values of patriotism and unity.
Top-seeded Spartans bow out at home in districts
4 days ago · But the pain from the Nov. 8 loss in 11-man football was different for a few reasons, Persell acknowledged. No. 1, as Persell pointed out, the Spartans were the top seed in the single-elimination tournament. Moreover, they were playing on their home field. “You never want to lose a football game, but it’s tough losing them at home. ….
Western Commissioner candidates vy for position
Oct 31, 2024 · As the general election approaches on November 5, Richmond News has taken the initiative to engage with the candidates vying for the position of Western Commissioner. The publication has posed a comprehensive series of questions to inform and educate the community about the candidates’ platforms and priorities. This initiative aims to provide voters with a clearer understanding of each ...