Ray County Voices

#fyp #fyppage, #podcast #podcasting #journalism #newspapers #education #secondaryeducation #highschool #graduation #summerschool #music #keyboard #missouri #raycounty #claycounty #teachers #teacherappreciationTrey Cavanah, Richmond R-XVI School District assistant superintendent; Seth Morton, Orrick R-XI School District secondary school principal; and Mark Bullimore, Excelsior Springs School District deputy superintendent (soon to be superintendent) discuss multiple issues. Topics include their respective districts' 2025 high school graduation ceremonies and the evolution of summer school. Notes: A two-part recap of the podcast roundtable appeared in the Richmond News and The Excelsior Springs Standard. To read the recap, and our graduation coverage, visit www.richmond-dailynews.com and/or https://www.excelsiorspringsstandard.com/.Credits:Hosts: Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyProducers: Sharon Donut, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyEditor: Shawn RoneyMusic director: Shawn RoneyMusic: "Annie Lisle," traditional, arranged by Shawn Roney; "God Bless Hardin," composed by Shawn Roney. Performed by a solo incarnation of Sacred & Secular, a musical collective. Used with permission.Ways to support the show (and small-town journalism):Visit our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/RichmondNewsAdvertise on "Ray County Voices" by contacting Sharon Donat at (816) 776-5454 or gm@leaderpress.comSupport the show The opinions expressed on "Ray County Voices" are those of the hosts and/or interview subjects, and not those of the podcast, the Richmond News or The Excelsior Springs Standard Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

#fyp #fypviral #podcast #podcasting #missouri #hairstyle #healthandbeauty #hairdye #haircut #barber #barbershop #beautysalon #haircolor #patreonPeggy Hackett and Ashley Albrecht of JP's Total Image in Richmond discuss the Community Excellence Award their salon recently received and other topics, including the Reese Witherspoon comedy "Legally Blonde" and "perm maintenance," sitting still in the barber's chair and tipping.Notes: Look for the "Ray County Voices"/Richmond News/Excelsior Springs Standard Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/RichmondNews. Visit JP's Total Image online at https://jpstotalimagesalon.com/ or follow on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063689645213.Credits: Hosts: Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyProducers: Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyMusic director: Shawn RoneyEditing: Shawn RoneySales manager: Sharon DonatLogo design: Karen PayneSupport the show The opinions expressed on "Ray County Voices" are those of the hosts and/or interview subjects, and not those of the podcast, the Richmond News or The Excelsior Springs Standard Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

#podcast #podcasting #December #December 2024 #holidays #Christmas #lawenforcement #police #Missouri #crimeClaycomo Police Deptartment Cpl. Zachery Taff; Sarah Boyd, public relations manager, Clay County Sheriff's Office; Richmond Police Department Chief Scott Bagley; and Excelsior Springs Police Department Lt. Ryan Dowdy share tips to help citizens avoid being victimized by larceny or burglary during the holiday season. Other topics include the Shop With a Cop program. Recorded Dec. 6, 2024. Notes: For more coverage of the package thefts mentioned during Chapter 1, visit https://www.excelsiorspringsstandard.com/news/ccso-makes-arrest-package-thefts (subscription required).Credits:Hosts: Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyProducers: Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneySales director: Shelby CoinEditing: Shawn RoneyMusical director: Shawn RoneyMusic: "Greensleeves," traditional, arranged by Shawn Roney, performed by Sacred & Secular (solo incarnation)Support the show The opinions expressed on "Ray County Voices" are those of the hosts and/or interview subjects, and not those of the podcast, the Richmond News or The Excelsior Springs Standard Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

#podcast #podcasting #veterans #VeteransDay #Missouri #Thanksgiving2024 #armedforces #army #navyU.S. Army veteran Norman Bowman and U.S. Navy veteran Valerie Bigby discuss their time in the military, their transition from military to civilian life and Thanksgiving. Notes:Look for coverage of Veterans Day 2024 activities in the physical versions of the Richmond News and The Excelsior Springs Standard, and the online versions at www.richmond-dailynews.com and excelsiorspringsstandard.com.A challenge: Share your experiences of assisting a veteran at news@leaderpress.com. We'll share your stories on the air!To advertise on "Ray County Voices," contact Shelby Coin at (816) 776-5454 or sales@leaderpress.com.As this episode went public, it was looking less likely that the U.S. Military Academy and U.S. Naval Academy will play each other for the American Athletic Conference (AAC) title. Army was 9-0 overall and 7-0 in the AAC. Navy was 7-2 and 5-1. After this episode was recorded and mixed, Shawn learned that the United States isn't the only country that observes Thanksgiving on the final Thursday of November. Brazil also observes it then! Credits:Hosts: Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyProducers: Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyEditing: Shawn RoneySales director: Shelby CoinMusical director: Shawn RoneyMusic: "We Gather Together," traditional music, lyrics by Adrianus Valerius, arranged by Shawn Roney, performed by a solo incarnation of the musical collective Sacred & Secular. Used with permission.Support the show The opinions expressed on "Ray County Voices" are those of the hosts and/or interview subjects, and not those of the podcast, the Richmond News or The Excelsior Springs Standard Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

Cathy Gottsch of the Ray County Museum talks with host Shawn Roney and part-time co-host Miranda Jamison about some events the museum is staging or serving as host site for in October 2024, including some Halloween-related events. The threesome also discuss some general Halloween-related topics, including costumes, candy and scary movies.Notes:To find our Halloween coverage online, visit www.richmond-dailynews.com and www.excelsiorspringsstandard.com.Listen for references to the movies "The Wizard of Oz," "The Shining" and the original "Psycho" during the conversation.  Music: "Prelude to the Raga of the 4 Horsemen of the Apocalypse"; "Vamp for a Prankster Priest, Loop No. 1"; "Vamp for a Prankster Priest, Loop 2"; "Haunted Graveyard Theme From 'The Nun Disappears,' an Imaginary Film by Alfred J. Hermann"; "Last Rites for Emily D's Mind, Loop No. 1"; "Last Rites for Emily D's Mind, Loop No. 2"; "Main Theme From 'The Nun Disappears,' an Imaginary Film by Alfred J. Hermann." Composed by Shawn Roney, performed by Sacred & Secular.To advertise with "Ray County Voices," the Richmond News, The Excelsior Springs Standard and/or Town & Country Leader, call (816) 776-5454 or email shelby@leaderpress.com.Credits: Hosts: Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyProducers: Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneySales director: Shelby CoinMusical director: Shawn RoneyEditing: Shawn RoneyAudio cleaning: Auphonic Mastering: LANDRSupport the show The opinions expressed on "Ray County Voices" are those of the hosts and/or interview subjects, and not those of the podcast, the Richmond News or The Excelsior Springs Standard Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

#podcast #podcasting #politics #DemocraticParty #elections #2024elections #Missouri #SenateIn a paid-for episode, Missouri Senate candidate Jim Bates discusses various campaign issues, including taxes, health care and agribusiness. Notes: For more information about Bates' campaign, visit https://www.jimbatesformissouri.com/. To see video of the Missouri Senate, 21st District, portion of the Ray County polical form, visit https://youtu.be/dmTmZnx-D7Y.Credits:Host: Shawn RoneyProducers: Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyEditing/mixing: Shawn RoneyMusical director: Shawn RoneySales representative: Shelby CoinSupport the show Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

#podcast #podcasting #sports #varsity #football #NFL #Chiefs #KansasCityHost Shawn Roney, part-time co-host Miranda Jamison, and Richmond News/Excelsior Springs Standard employee and sports fan Micah Dillman discuss mutiple sports topics. In addition, interview and press conference clips featuring the following are shared: Excelsior Springs High School football teammates Justin Crowley and Dawson ClaypoleRichmond High School football teammates Bryer Farnan and Nolan Quick, and their head coach, Nick PersellOak Park High School football coach Ken ClemensExcelsior Springs varsity football coach Jake DannemanKansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid, defensive end George Karlaftis and backup quarterback Carson WentzNotes:Since this episode was recorded, Sam Webb has been signed to Las Vegas' practice squad again. The two Jacobs referred during the interview with Farnan, Quick and Persell are quarterbacks Jacob Lieberknecht and Jacob Johnson.For the origin of the "I-threw-up-in-my-mouth" bit, watch the sports comedy classic "Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story."For the origin of the bit where Shawn muffles himself as he speaks of something in his distant past, watch the mockumentary "A Mighty Wind."Shawn credits his knowledge of Babe Ruth in part to "Baseball," the documentary TV miniseries from Ken Burns.The Independence Events Center, discussed near the end of the episode, has been rebranded as Cable Dahmer Arena.Credits: Producers: Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyEditing: Shawn RoneyMusical director: Shawn RoneySales director: Shelby CoinSupport the Show. Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

#podcast #podcasting #RayCounty #Missouri #politics #elections #2024elections #sheriff #politicaladvertisingIn a paid-for episode, Katie Kraxberger, Ray County commissioner candidate; and incumbent Ray County Sheriff Scott Childers continue discussing various campaign issues. The second of two parts.Notes: To see video of Kraxberger participating in the candidate forum mentioned during the podcast, visit https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/video/primary-forum-2024-ray-county-western-commissioner.To see video of Childers participating in the forum, visit https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/video/primary-forum-2024-ray-county-sheriff.To book a "Your Money, Your Mic"-themed episode of "Ray County Voices" or explore other forms of sponsorship, contact Shelby Coin at shelby@leaderpress.com. Credits:Producers: Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyHost: Shawn RoneyEditing: Shawn RoneyMusic director: Shawn RoneySales director: Shelby CoinSupport the Show. Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

#podcast #podcasting #RayCounty #Missouri #politics #elections #2024elections #sheriff #politicaladvertisingIn a paid-for episode, Katie Kraxberger, Ray County commissioner candidate; and incumbent Ray County Sheriff Scott Childers discusses various campaign issues. The first of two parts.Notes: To see video of Kraxberger participating in the candidate forum mentioned during the podcast, visit https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/video/primary-forum-2024-ray-county-western-commissioner.To see video of Childers participating in the forum, visit https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/video/primary-forum-2024-ray-county-sheriff.To book a "Your Money, Your Mic"-themed episode of "Ray County Voices" or explore other forms of sponsorship, contact Shelby Coin at shelby@leaderpress.com. Credits:Producers: Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyEpisode co-hosts: Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyEditing: Shawn RoneyMusic director: Shawn RoneySales director: Shelby CoinSupport the Show. Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

#podcast #podcasting #RayCounty #Missouri #politics #elections #2024elections #Senate #politicaladvertisingIn a paid-for episode, Missouri senatorial candidate Kurtis Gregory discusses his campaign platform.Notes: For more information about Kurtis Gregory and his campaign, visit https://www.gregoryformo.com/.To book a "Your Money, Your Mic"-themed episode of "Ray County Voices" or explore other forms of sponsorship, contact Shelby Coin at shelby@leaderpress.com. Credits:Producers: Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyHost: Shawn RoneyEditing: Shawn RoneyMusic director: Shawn RoneySales director: Shelby CoinMusic: "God Bless Hardin," composed by Shawn Roney, performed by Sacred & Secular. Used with permission from Mo-Mutt Music.Support the Show. Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

#podcast #podcasting #water #mineralwater #Missouri #Clay County #ExcelsiorSprings #festivalsBrian Rice, Excelsior Springs Chamber of Commerce president and former Richmond News/Excelsior Springs Standard publisher, discusses Excelsior Springs' latest Waterfest celebration, slated for June 21-22, 2024, in downtown Excelsior Springs. Notes: Brian's interview was conducted June 14.To follow our June 21 Waterfest livestream, visit https://www.facebook.com/ExcelsiorSpringsStandard/.Credits:Host: Shawn RoneyProducers: Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyContent contributor: Miranda JamisonEditing: Shawn RoneySales director: Shelby CoinMusical director: Shawn Roney Support the Show. Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

#podcast #podcasting #RayCounty #Missouri #Lawson #virtualsports #esports #virtualgolf #golf #advertisingIn a paid-for episode, Tim Johnson discusses Golf-A-Round, a business he co-owns near Lawson, Mo. Notes: For more information about Golf-A-Round, call (816) 371-2019; visit https://golfaroundlawson.com/; or follow the facility on social media (Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/golfaroundlawson, Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/golfaroundlawson/ and X @ https://x.com/GolfaroundMO).To book a "Your Money, Your Mic"-themed episode of "Ray County Voices" or explore other forms of sponsorship, contact Shelby Coin at shelby@leaderpress.com. Credits:Producers: Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyHosts: Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyEditing: Shawn RoneyMusic director: Shawn RoneySales director: Shelby CoinSupport the Show. Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

Series host Shawn Roney shares developments related to the show and the Richmond News. In addition, he shares some leftover interview clips, including the following with some Richmond coaches and student athletes:Varsity girls basketball coach Kaylee VantrumpGirls basketball player Emma HashGirls basketball player Kaylee PughBoys golfers Morgan Battagler, Kail Farnan, Noah Nichols and Wyatt VeachGolf coach Murray DennisCredits:Host: Shawn RoneyProducers: Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyEditing: Shawn RoneyMusical director: Shawn RoneyMusic: "God Bless Hardin," composed by Shawn Roney, performed by Sacred & SecularSupport the Show. To advertise on "Ray County Voices," contact Miranda Jamison at miranda@leaderpress.com or (816) 637-6155 (ask for Miranda); or contact Sharon Donat, Richmond News/Excelsior Springs Standard general manager, at sharon@leaderpress.com or (816) 776-5454 (ask for Sharon) Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

#podcasting #podcast #KansasCityChiefs #journalism #retirement #Canada #AustraliaCo-hosts Sophia Bales and Shawn Roney discuss ...Recent stories in the Richmond News and its sister newspaper, The Excelsior Springs Standard, including the retirement of Barb Nolker from Missouri Farm Bureau Insurance , and a visit to the Richmond News offices by Kearney High School students Cody Hoessel and Ella Conway.What Shawn would say, if asked to give a high school commemcement address. Dreams of retirement, including Shawn's dreams of being an international snowbird and Sophia's dreams of gardening.An update on the renovation work being done to the community gym at Richmond City Hall.Notes:Sophia's story on Cash Adams appeared in the Richmond News' Feb. 22 print edition. To read it, visit https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/news/super-bowl-mass-shooting-victim-plans-live-life-fullest. Sophia's story on Nolker's retirement appeared in the March 1 print edition. To read it, visit https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/lifestyle/final-retirement-leads-new-journey. Sophia story's on the visit by Hoessel and Conway appeared in The Standard's March 1 print edition and the Richmond News' March 8 print edition. To read it, visit  https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/news/broadcast-students-seek-journalism-insight.Shawn's column that mentions the visit by Hoessel and Conway appeared in the March 8 print edition of the Richmond News and The Standard. To read it, visit https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/index.php/sports/its-not-time-summer-sports-yet. The stories and commentary are free to view through March 25, 2024. Credits:Hosts: Sophia Bales, Shawn RoneyProducers: Sophia Bales, Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyEditing: Shawn RoneyMusic director: Shawn RoneyMusic: "God Bless Hardin," composed by Shawn Roney, performed by Sacred & Secular; "O Canada," music composed by Calixa Lavallee, performd by Sacred & SecularSupport the show To advertise on "Ray County Voices," contact Miranda Jamison at miranda@leaderpress.com or (816) 637-6155 (ask for Miranda); or contact Sharon Donat, Richmond News/Excelsior Springs Standard general manager, at sharon@leaderpress.com or (816) 776-5454 (ask for Sharon) Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

#podcast #podcasting #RayCounty #RichmondNews #journalismSeries co-hosts Sophia Bales and Shawn Roney talk with Cody Hoessel and Ella Conway, students and journalists at Kearney (Mo.) High School, about what it's like to publish a weekly newspaper and a monthly podcast.Note:  A story about the visit appeared in the March 1, 2024, issue of The Excelsior Springs Standard. As of March 1, a link was pending. Check back for an update to the description.Credits:Hosts: Sophia Bales, Shawn RoneyProducers: Sophia Bales, Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyEditing: Shawn RoneyMusical director: Shawn RoneyMusic: "God Bless Hardin," composed by Shawn Roney, performed by Sacred & SecularSupport the show To advertise on "Ray County Voices," contact Miranda Jamison at miranda@leaderpress.com or (816) 637-6155 (ask for Miranda); or contact Sharon Donat, Richmond News/Excelsior Springs Standard general manager, at sharon@leaderpress.com or (816) 776-5454 (ask for Sharon) Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

Ray County Prosecuting Attorney and Christmas fan Camille Johnston discusses her love of the Dec. 25 holiday with co-hosts Sophia Bales and Shawn Roney. Topics include Christmas songs, Christmas movies and Christmas memories. Credits:Hosts: Sophia Bales, Shawn RoneyProducers: Sophia Bales, Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyEditing: Shawn RoneyMusical director: Shawn RoneySongs: "Mother Mary's Minuet in F Major" and "The Night the Angels Danced," composed by Shawn Roney, performed by Sacred & Secular; "Silent Night," composed by Franz Xaver Gruber (public domain), performed by Sacred & Secular.   To advertise on "Ray County Voices," contact Miranda Jamison at miranda@leaderpress.com or (816) 637-6155 (ask for Miranda); or contact Sharon Donat, Richmond News/Excelsior Springs Standard general manager, at sharon@leaderpress.com or (816) 776-5454 (ask for Sharon) Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

Ray County Sheriff Scott Childers, Undersheriff Steve Mendoza and Detective Joshua Hamner talk with co-hosts Sophia Bales and Shawn Roney, and co-producer Miranda Jamison about a grant the Ray County Sheriff's Office recently received. Specifically, the law enforcement officers discuss how the funding will help with digital forensics work in investigating crimes against minors involving the use of phones and other electronic communication devices.Notes: To read Sophia's story about the grant, visit https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/news/lerf-board-approves-19000-sheriffs-department. To read Sophia's follow-up story, published Oct. 27, visit https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/news/commissioners-clarify-lerf-meaning. Both stories are free to view through Nov.  7, 2023. Credits:Hosts: Sophia Bales, Shawn RoneyProducers: Sophia Bales, Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyEditing: Shawn RoneyMusical director: Shawn Roney To advertise on "Ray County Voices," contact Miranda Jamison at miranda@leaderpress.com or (816) 637-6155 (ask for Miranda); or contact Sharon Donat, Richmond News/Excelsior Springs Standard general manager, at sharon@leaderpress.com or (816) 776-5454 (ask for Sharon) Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

Co-hosts Sophia Bales and Shawn Roney discuss all things (O.K., many things) Halloween, including house/yard decorations, favorite macabre/horror/thriller movies and music that's appopriate for fall/Halloween.Notes: To listen to our 2021 Halloween-ish episode, visit https://www.buzzsprout.com/996223/9520478-a-halloween-hangover-episode-or-halloween-leftovers-episode-if-you-prefer."Living Dead Girl" is credited to Rob Zombie. Rockwell was the artist who released "Somebody's Watching Me."To listen to "Halloween" by The Shaggs, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iH-Q59geylw.The talisman-themed short story Shawn mentions is titled "The Monkey's Paw," written by W.W. Jacobs. Credits:Hosts: Sophia Bales, Shawn RoneyProducers: Sophia Bales, Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyEditing: Shawn RoneyMusical director: Shawn RoneyMusic: Variations on "Last Rites for Emily D's Mind, Loop 1"; "Main Theme from 'The Nun Disappears,' an Imaginary Film by Alfred J. Herrmann"; "Haunted Graveyard Theme from 'The Nun Disappears,' an Imaginary Film by Alfred J. Herrmann"; "A Soul Wanders Through the Afterlife" (For Piano); "Last Rites for Emily D's Mind, Loop 2," composed by Shawn Roney, performend by Sacred & Secular  To advertise on "Ray County Voices," contact Miranda Jamison at miranda@leaderpress.com or (816) 637-6155 (ask for Miranda); or contact Sharon Donat, Richmond News/Excelsior Springs Standard general manager, at sharon@leaderpress.com or (816) 776-5454 (ask for Sharon) Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

The audio of a public forum on a proposed land purchase by Ray County, Mo., held in late August 2023 by the Ray County Commission in Richmond, is featured. Minimal edits. Notes:To read the story by series co-host Sophia Bales that appeared in the Sept. 1 issue of the Richmond News, visit https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/news/residents-heat-packs-courthouse. Free to view through Sept. 19, 2023.Credits: Hosts: Sophia Bales, Shawn RoneyProducers: Sophia Bales, Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneySales: Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison Editing: Shawn RoneyMusical director: Shawn RoneyMusic: "God Bless Hardin," composed by Shawn Roney, performed by Sacred & Secular To advertise on "Ray County Voices," contact Miranda Jamison at miranda@leaderpress.com or (816) 637-6155 (ask for Miranda); or contact Sharon Donat, Richmond News/Excelsior Springs Standard general manager, at sharon@leaderpress.com or (816) 776-5454 (ask for Sharon) Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

Co-host Shawn Roney conducts a phone interview with speaker Pam Tebow about her appearance at a Bridge of Hope benefit, scheduled for September 2023 in Richmond, Mo.  From the vault: Audio of press conferences  of then-Kansas City Chiefs coach Todd Haley and Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow following a Chiefs-Broncos game in November 2011 at Arrowhead Stadium.   Notes:The mewing and purring during the Pam Tebow interview was provided courtesy of KatyPurry, one of Shawn's two cats.The "important day" referred to by Haley was the honoring of military personnel at Arrowhead Stadium. The ballgame took place two days after Veterans Day. Players referred to during the Haley and Tim Tebow press conferences include Matt Cassel, Kansas City's quarterback then.Credits:Hosts: Sophia Bales, Shawn RoneyProducers: Sophia Bales, Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyEditing: Shawn RoneyMusical director: Shawn RoneyMusic: "God Bless Hardin," composed by Shawn Roney, performed by Sacred & Secular To advertise on "Ray County Voices," contact Miranda Jamison at miranda@leaderpress.com or (816) 637-6155 (ask for Miranda); or contact Sharon Donat, Richmond News/Excelsior Springs Standard general manager, at sharon@leaderpress.com or (816) 776-5454 (ask for Sharon) Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

A new segment, "Your Money, Your Mic," is introduced. Jesse James and Bob Ford are discussed in the debut of this advertiser-paid-for segment, along with a Sept. 9 event at the Farris Theatre in Richmond, Mo., examining the lives and reputations of James and Ford. A second new segment, "Out of the Audio Vault," is introduced. The debut of this segment features an August 2022 interview with Scott Guilkey, Orrick R-XI School District superintendent; and John Haley, Orrick High School principal. Both were starting their employment with the district at the time of the interview.Notes:To see promo art for the forum on James and Ford, visit the Ray County Missouri Genealogical (Geneaology) Association Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/RAYCOGEN. Credits:Co-hosts: Sophia Bales, Shawn RoneyProducers: Sophia Bales, Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyEditing: Shawn RoneyMusical director: Shawn RoneyMusic: "God Bless Hardin," composed by Shawn Roney, performed by Sacred & Secular; "Annie Lisle," composed by H.S. Thompson, arranged by Shawn Roney, performed by Sacred & Secular To advertise on "Ray County Voices," contact Miranda Jamison at miranda@leaderpress.com or (816) 637-6155 (ask for Miranda); or contact Sharon Donat, Richmond News/Excelsior Springs Standard general manager, at sharon@leaderpress.com or (816) 776-5454 (ask for Sharon) Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

Co-host Sophia Bales talks with Cathy Gottsch, manager of the Ray County Museum, about the Richmond Area Chamber of Commerce after-hours event the museum and the Richmond News are co-hosting hosting Aug. 24, 2023, at the museum.Notes:To listen to Cathy's first appearance on "Ray County Voices," visit https://www.buzzsprout.com/996223/3685558-ray-county-and-reopening. Credits:Producers:  Sophia Bales, Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyEditing: Shawn RoneyMusical director: Shawn RoneyMusic: "God Bless Hardin," composed by Shawn Roney, performed by Sacred & Secular To advertise on "Ray County Voices," contact Miranda Jamison at miranda@leaderpress.com or (816) 637-6155 (ask for Miranda); or contact Sharon Donat, Richmond News/Excelsior Springs Standard general manager, at sharon@leaderpress.com or (816) 776-5454 (ask for Sharon) Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

Segment: "Let's Chat"Co-hosts Sophia Bales and Shawn Roney discuss Sophia's visit to GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium to see Taylor Swift in July 2023. Shawn discusses covering summer football training camps for high school sports. Segement: "Beyond the News Pages"Speeches by Richmond (Mo.) Mayor Mike Wright and City Administrator Tonya Willim are shared. Audio from the Ray County 911 Board's July 27 meeting is shared, with Sheriff Scott Childers, board members and other involved personnel discussing errors related to warrants.Sophia reads one of her recently published columns. Segment: "Spikes, Strikes and Sound Bites"Richmond High School student athlete Chris Webb is interviewed during a team 11-man football camp.Scott Dorton and Norman Clevenger III discuss coaching the Ray County Firecrackers competitive softball program. Archers Paige and Trent Logsdon, and Jake Cringan comment on their performances at the Ray County Fair.Segment: "Look to the West"Dantin McBee, a student in the Excelsior Springs School District, discusses his archery and clay shooting performances at the Ray County Fair.Press conferences with Dave Toub, Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Harrison Butker of the Kansas City Chiefs are featured.Of note:Shawn was scheduled to cover Norborne Hardin-Central softball camp July 27, but it was called because of excessive heat.Select links:To read Sophia's story about the Taylor Swift crop art, visit https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/index.php/news/orrick-wheat-farm-designed-taylor-swifts-welcome.  To read Sophia's column, visit https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/opinion/importance-intentions.To read Shawn's story on Richmond football training camp, visit https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/index.php/sports/spartans-back-camp.To read Shawn's story on the shooting sports competitions at the Ray County Fair, visit https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/index.php/news/methodical-mcbee-wins-best-show-overall-award-fair. Content free to view through Aug. 8, 2023.Credits:Co-hosts: Sophia Bales, Shawn RoneyProducers: Sophia Bales, Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyEditing: Shawn RoneyMusic: Shawn RoneyOpening/closing theme: "God Bless Hardin," composed by Shawn Roney, performed by Sacred & Secular To advertise on "Ray County Voices," contact Miranda Jamison at miranda@leaderpress.com or (816) 637-6155 (ask for Miranda); or contact Sharon Donat, Richmond News/Excelsior Springs Standard general manager, at sharon@leaderpress.com or (816) 776-5454 (ask for Sharon) Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

Co-hosts Shawn Roney and Sophia Bales chat briefly, with topics including a rundown of the audio clips to come and Shawn discussing a recent bout of arthritis. Clips related to the the Richmond High School Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony are shared.  Speakers are Russ Green, retired Richmond News sports editor; inductee Kyle Carroll; D'Tanyon Maxwell, who introduces inductee and brother Quinton Maxwell; and inductee Chantel Rimmer Thaxton. The segment also includes Elizabeth Barnt's interview with Quinton Maxwell.   Richmond girls basketball players Emma Hash and Kaylee Pugh, and coach Kaylee Vantrump discuss the team's games in the River Valley Shooutout at Carrollton.Notes: To see Elizabeth Barnt's photo spread of the Richmond High School Athletic Hall of Fame ceremony, visit https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/sports/pictures-entering-hall.To read about the River Valley Shootout, visit https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/sports/rhs-girls-hoopsters-open-summer-out-town.Content is free to view through July 10, 2023.Credits:Hosts: Sopia Bales and Shawn RoneyProducers: Sophia Bales, Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyEditing: Shawn RoneySales: Miranda JamisonDrum machine programming: Shawn RoneyOther music: "God Bless Hardin," composed by Shawn Roney, performed by Shawn Roney To advertise on "Ray County Voices," contact Miranda Jamison at miranda@leaderpress.com or (816) 637-6155 (ask for Miranda when you call) Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

Show co-hosts Sophia Bales and Shawn Roney chat for a bit in the podcast studio at the Richmond News offices, and Ray County Sheriff Scott Childers talks with Sophia about his plans to help address county mental health issues. (Note: Interview includes mild profanity.)Notes:To see Sophia's photo, visit https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/news/sheriff-works-mental-health-village. To read Sophia's story about the mental health village, visit https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/news/sheriff-talks-mystery-boxes-behind-jail.Both the picture and story are free to view through June 30, 2023.Credits:Hosts: Sophia Bales, Shawn RoneyProducers: Sophia Bales, Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyEditing: Shawn RoneyDrum programming: Shawn RoneyAdditional music: "God Bless Hardin," composed by Shawn Roney, performed by Sacred & Secular To advertise on "Ray County Voices," contact Miranda Jamison at miranda@leaderpress.com or (816) 637-6155 (ask for Miranda when you call) Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

Co-hosts Sophia Bales and Shawn Roney chat with each other and then interview Brian Rice, former Richmond News/Excelsior Springs Standard publisher and current Excelsior Springs Chamber of Commerce director, about Waterfest.Notes:For more information about Waterfest, visit https://visitexcelsior.com/waterfest/. Clarification: RadioShack still exists; however, most of its brick-and-mortar stores have closed, with most business being done online. For more information about RadioShack, visit https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RadioShack or https://www.radioshack.com/.Episodes of "Under Consideration," the sponsor for this episode of "Ray County Voices," are available on YouTube @Mo-MuttMusic and Dailymotion at https://www.dailymotion.com/Mo-MuttMusic. Credits: Producers: Sophia Bales, Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyHosts: Sophia Bales, Shawn RoneyRecording: Sophia Bales, Shawn RoneyEditing: Shawn RoneyDrum programming: Shawn RoneyOther music: "God Bless Hardin," composed by Shawn Roney, performed by Sacred & Secular To advertise on "Ray County Voices," contact Miranda Jamison at miranda@leaderpress.com or (816) 637-6155 (ask for Miranda when you call) Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

"Let's Chat, Pts. I and II"Co-hosts Sophia Bales and Shawn Roney discuss concerts, astronomical ticket prices, Gen Z's relationship to music and high school graduation ceremonies ."Beyond the News Pages"Madalyn Norton, Mason Kusters, Cody Bowers and Haylee Weber are among those featured."Spikes, Strikes and Soundbites"Clips of Aidan Ivison, Mason Kusters, Matt Habermehl, Nick Persell, Donivin Williams, Eli Steele and Dayne Loftin are featured."Look to the West"Clips of Carter Pitts, Principal Christen Everett and Kyra Davidson of Excelsior Springs High School are featured.Notes: Orrick graduation coverage:  https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/news/ohs-grads-gear-changes-after-high-school.H-C graduation coverage: https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/news/h-c-graduates-take-stage.Richmond graduation coverage includes the following: https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/news/graduates-bid-farewell-rhs.Coverage of Dayne Loftin at sectional track: https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/sports/double-fun.Coverage of Donivin Williams/Burnine award: https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/sports/richmond-qb-receives-1st-burnine-scholarship.Excelsior Springs graduation coverage: https://www.excelsiorspringsstandard.com/news/eshs-graduates-celebrate.Material is free to view through June 6, 2023.Credits:Hosts: Sophia Bales, Shawn RoneyProducers: Sophia Bales, Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyEditing: Shawn RoneyMusic/Drum Machine Programming: Shawn RoneySongs: "God Bless Hardin," composed by Shawn Roney; "Annie Lisle," composed by H.S. Thompson, arranged by Shawn Roney; both performed by Sacred & Secular To advertise on "Ray County Voices," contact Miranda Jamison at miranda@leaderpress.com or (816) 637-6155 (ask for Miranda when you call) Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

"Let's Chat, Pt. I"Series co-hosts Sophia Bales and Shawn Roney discuss the Orrick R-XI School District's decision to go to a four-day-a-week class schedule, effective the 2023-24 school year."Beyond the News Pages" Orrick coach Kirk Thacker and student-athletes Jonathon Harris, Kirra Vaughn and Addison Chapman comment on the four-day-a-week change."Spikes, Strikes and Sounbites"Richmond boys tennis players Gabe Baker, Drew Isaacson and Felix De Hesselle, and coach Brett Terry discus some firsts for their program.Richmond boys golfer Morgan Battagler and coach Murray Dennis discuss Battagler recently shooting a hole-in-one at Shirkey Golf Course in Richmond. Hardin-Central student-athlete Hannah Finley discusses setting a personal best in the girls discus."Look to the West"Chief Gregory Dull and Nate Williams, parks, recreation and community center director, approach the Excelsior Springs City Council for requests.Shawn reads his recently published column about his desire to see the sights and play pickleball in the Greater Los Angeles area. "Let's Chat, Pt. II"Sophia and Shawn discuss a story about the apprehension of an escapee from the Ray County Jail in Henrietta and Shawn's LA-themed sports-and-music column. Notes: To read about the change in the Orrick R-XI School District's class schedule, visit https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/news/orrick-schools-switch-four-day-week. To read about the Richmond boys tennis team's historic victory, visit https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/sports/terry-spartans-get-first-dual-victory. To read about Battagler's hole-in-one, visit https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/sports/battagler-joins-elite-group-golfing-feat.To read about the April 17 Excelsior Springs City Council meeting covered by Elizabeth Barnt, visit https://www.excelsiorspringsstandard.com/news/es-council-new-tax-collection-begin-oct-1. To read Shawn's LA-themed column, visit https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/news/la-my-pickleball-music-and-sports-watching-lady. Stories about the Ray County Jail escapees include the following, https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/news/robinson-being-housed-clay-county.Content is free to view through May 7, 2023.Credits:Producers: Sophia Bales, Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyHosts: Sophia Bales, Shawn RoneyScripting/Editing/Narration/Drum Machine Programming: Shawn RoneyMusic: "God Bless Hardin," composed by Shawn Roney,  performed by Sacred & Secular To advertise on "Ray County Voices," contact Miranda Jamison at miranda@leaderpress.com or (816) 637-6155 (ask for Miranda when you call) Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

Richmond News/Excelsior Springs Standard sports editor Shawn Roney reads two of his column pieces that were published in March 2023 in the Richmond News.Notes:The readings of "Golf goals find spots on bucket list" and "Pickleball sparks urge to travel again" include minor revisions. To read the columns as they were originally published, visit https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/sports/golf-goals-find-spots-bucket-list and https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/sports/pickleball-sparks-urge-travel-again. Free to view through April 14.  Credits:Producers: Sharon Donat, Sophia Bales, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyScrpiting, editing, drum machine programming: Shawn Roney To advertise on "Ray County Voices," contact Miranda Jamison at miranda@leaderpress.com or (816) 637-6155 (ask for Miranda when you call) Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

Segment 1: “Beyond the News Pages”Excerpts from the Ray County 911 Board meeting/forum, held in late February at the courthouse, are shared. Segment 2: “Strikes, Spikes and Soundbites”Interviews with athletes and coaches from the three schools the Richmond News covers (Richmond, Hardin-Central, Orrick) near the end of the Missouri high school  basketball and boys wrestling seasons, and  coaches at the beginning of the spring sports season are shared, with minor edits.Segment 3: “Look to the West”Excelsior Springs varsity baseball coach Aaron Holst comments on the Tigers' combined no-hit victory March 17 over William Chrisman, an Independence, Mo.-based high school. Excerpts of March Excelsior Springs City Council meetings are shared.Segment 4: “Let's Chat”Series co-hosts Sophia Bales and Shawn Roney discuss what it was like covering some of the stories that were published in March 2023.News and sports notes: Read the 911 Board story here, https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/news/911-board-addresses-ongoing-warrant-issues.Read the district basketball coverage and spring sports preview stories here, https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/sports.The sports stories referenced and Sophia's story about the 911 Board meeting/forum are free to read through April 7, 2023.Follow the Richmond News on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews/.Credits: Producers: Sophia Bales, Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyHosts: Sophia Bales, Shawn RoneyMusic: “God Bless Hardin,” composed by Shawn Roney, performed by Sacred & SecularTo advertise on "Ray County Voices," contact Miranda Jamison at miranda@leaderpress.com or (816) 637-6155 (ask for Miranda when you call)Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists:https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude")https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]")https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]")https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]" To advertise on "Ray County Voices," contact Miranda Jamison at miranda@leaderpress.com or (816) 637-6155 (ask for Miranda when you call) Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

Segment 1: “Beyond the News Pages”David Stephens expresses concerns to Wood Heights city leaders in audio recorded during a city government meeting.Co-host Sophia Bales shares her thoughts about tattoos in her “One-on-One” column.Segment 2: “Strikes, Spikes and Soundbites”Richmond High School student-athletes Jack Gogue and Eli Steele, and Richmond varsity football and baseball coach Nick Persell discuss Gogue's decision to sign to play football at New Mexico State University. Richmond varsity boys basketball coach Kevin Jermain discusses achieving his 300th win at Richmond and Gogue's record-setting 55-point night Feb. 17 against Carrollton. Richmond varsity girls basketball coach Kaylee Vantrump, and players Trinidy Fisk  and Sydney Appleberry discuss Fisk's record-setting night Feb. 10 at Lexington.Series co-host Shawn Roney reads his Feb. 10 “Prep to Pro” column.  Segment 3: “Look to the West”Civic leaders and citizens discuss a proposed entertainment district during a Feb. 21 Excelsior Springs City Council meeting. Segment 4: “Let's Chat”Bales and Roney discuss recent story assignments. News and sports notes: Read the Stephens/Wood Heights story here, https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/news/resident-asks-answers-council-meeting.  Read the Bales column here, https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/opinion.Read the Gogue signing story here, https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/index.php/sports/gogue-goes-gridiron-after-high-school. Read about the Gogue and Jermain achievements here, https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/sports/milestones-reached-seniors-honored-during-richmond-carrollton-hoops-doubleheader. (Side note: The 48 points mentioned by Jermain refers to the most points in a boys game, set in the 1980s by Jason McKinney.) Read the Fisk story here, https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/index.php/sports/letting-it-rain. Read the Roney column here, https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/news/richmond-pickleball-super-bowl-qbs-future-maybe.Read about the proposed Excelsior Springs entertainment district  story here, https://www.excelsiorspringsstandard.com/news/allowing-open-alcohol-containers-downtown-considered. Stories are free to read through March 6, 2023.Credits: Producers: Sophia Bales, Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyHosts: Sophia Bales, Shawn RoneyMusic: “God Bless Hardin,” composed by Shawn Roney, performed by Sacred & Secular; “Raga of the 4 Horsemen of the Apocalypse,” composed by Shawn Roney, performed by Sacred & Secular To advertise on "Ray County Voices," contact Miranda Jamison at miranda@leaderpress.com or (816) 637-6155 (ask for Miranda when you call) Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

Our first episode of 2023 features ...The announcement of the names of our new segments: "Beyond the News Pages"; "Spikes, Strikes and Soundbites"; "Look to the West"; "Let's Chat."  Audio of the Ray County Commission meeting of December 2022,  recorded by Richmond News staffer and series co-host Sophia Bales. Interviews of Richmond varsity girls and boys baksetball coaches following their respective opening-round wins in the Richmond Winter Classic, recorded and conducted by Richmond News sports editor Shawn Roney. A commentary about the Damar Hamlin cardiac arrest incident, written and recorded by Shawn Roney.Audio of a presentation about design ideas for a proposed new version of Lewis Elementary School in Excelsior Springs, recorded by series co-producer Miranda Jamison. Sophia Bales and Shawn Roney discuss recent assignments in the "Let's Chat" segment. Story/commentary links:https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/news/area-pastor-requests-commissioners-put-restrictions-marijuana-usage (news story, published Jan. 6, Richmond News, covered in the "Beyond the News Pages" segment)https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/sports/explosive-first-quarter-powers-spartans-rwc-opening-victory (Richnmond varsity girls basketball, published Jan. 27, Richmond News, covered in the "Spikes, Strikes and Sounbites" segment) https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/sports/gogue-pours-40-spartans-trounce-tigers (Richmond varsity boys basketball, published Jan. 27, Richmond News, covered in "Spikes, Strikes and Soundbites")https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/sports/hamlin-tragedy-evokes-memories-former-ray-countians (sports column, published Jan. 6, Richmond News, covered in "Spikes, Strikes and Soundbites")https://www.excelsiorspringsstandard.com/news/district-leaders-get-peek-plans-new-lewis-building (news story, published Jan. 13, The Excelsior Springs Standard, covered in "Look to the West" segment)https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/news/care-and-adoption-animals-main-goal-humane-society-0 (news story, published Jan. 13, Richmond News, covered in "Let's Chat")https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/news/gift-keeps-giving (news story, published Dec. 30, Richmond News, coveredin "Let's Chat")FB link, https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews/Content in the above links is free to view through Feb. 6, 2023.Notes:Billy Gaines also is among those heard during the Ray County Commission meeting.Credits:Producers: Sophia Bales, Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyReporters: Sophia Bales, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyScripting, Editing and Music: Shawn RoneySongs: "God Bless Hardin," "Raga of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalyps To advertise on "Ray County Voices," contact Miranda Jamison at miranda@leaderpress.com or (816) 637-6155 (ask for Miranda when you call) Follow the Richmond News on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]") https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]"

The Richmond News reboots "Ray County Voices" after several months' hiatus.Listeners to get know Sophia Bales, Richmond News general assignment reporter and program co-host. Shawn Roney, co-host and Richmond News/Excelsior Springs Standard sports editor and manager of online content, discusses format changes.Credits:Producers: Sophia Bales, Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison, Shawn RoneyHost/Scripting/Editing/Engineering: Shawn RoneyAd Sales: Sharon Donat, Miranda Jamison Music: "God Bless Hardin," composed by Shawn Roney; "Auld Lang Syne," traditional, arranged by Shawn Roney, performed by Sacred & Secular. Notes: To be a sponsoring business or a supporting patron of "Ray County Voices," contact Sharon Donat at sharon@leaderpress.com or (816) 776-5454; or Miranda Jamison at miranda@leaderpress.com. Sacred & Secular appear courtesy of Mo-Mutt Music. To sample more of Sacred & Secular's music, check out the following playlists: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nc6GhIkLCLAZ46_RNU1IRhGodxp2GC07I&feature=share (album: "In Solitude")https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nIgxmzNslUhSLf8FNofg--rwogPA9d_QU&feature=share (album: "Peas in a Pod: Music from Two Podcasts [And Elsewhere]")https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share (single: "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras [Version A]")https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_m-FVGa59O4x__s2nL8IkKPax-depJPD_A&feature=share (single: "Midnight Moonlight Meditations [Baring My Soul Version]")

Some Ray County educational leaders and seniors discuss graduation-related topics.Orrick band director Jayson Moll shares memories of some previous graduation ceremonies, prepping for this year's ceremony and the effects of graduation on Orrick's school band. Orrick senior Blake Buchanan discusses his decision to pursue academics and football at Benedictine College, an NAIA-affiliated school in Atchison, Kansas.Trey Cavanah, Hardin-Central superintendent, discusses the school's upcoming graduation ceremony and comments on the class of 2022. He also shares his feelings about his oldest child, Layne Cavanah, graduating from Richmond and Layne's plans to study and play football at William Jewell College in Liberty. Hardin-Central senior Mason Freece and teacher/coach Brent Behler discuss Freece's plans to serve in the U.S. Navy and their coach-player relationship over the past two years. Richmond ag teacher Laura Allen, and seniors Jodi Robinson and GraceAnn Skelton  discuss their plans to attend college, along with Robinson's and Skelton's growth as students at Richmond.  Notes:Tadan McCoy, referred to during Blake Buchanan's interview, is a Richmond senior. Dean Hays, referred to during the Freece/Behler interview, teaches math at Hardin-Central. Music featured in this episode: "Annie Lisle,"  also the melody for numerous school alma mater songs, including the University of Missouri-Columbia and the University of Kansas, composed by  Henry S. Thompson, arranged by Shawn Roney; "Fanfare for Father John," formerly titled "Fanfare for Father John in F Major" (For Keyboard), composed by Shawn Roney; "God Bless Hardin," composed by Shawn Roney; "Raga of the 4 Horsemen of the Apocalypse," composed by Shawn Roney; "St. Adele's Waltz" (For Piano), composed by Shawn Roney; "Loop for a Bebop Bishop, No. 2," formerly titled "Loop for Bishop John Burgess," composed by Shawn Roney. All selections are performed by the musical collective Sacred & Secular."Fanfare for Father John" appears on "Peas in a Pod:  Music From Two Podcasts (And Elsewhere)." To listen, visit https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=LYdYZOL9384&feature=share. "God Bless Hardin" appears on "Peas in a Pod:  Music From Two Podcasts (And Elsewhere)." To listen, visit https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=Dsz0AR92xr0&feature=share. "Raga of the 4 Horsemen" appears on "Peas in a Pod: Music From Two Podcasts (And Elsewhere)." To listen, visit https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=VqfKTxPlukk&feature=share. "St. Adele's Waltz" (For Piano) appears on "In Solitude." To listen, visit https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=3y6GK0Edn-Q&feature=share. "Loop for a Bebop Bishop, No. 2" appears on "Peas in a Pod: Music From Two Podcasts (And Elsewhere)."  To listen, visit https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=3897_Q9AxVU&feature=share.   To be a sponsoring business or a supporting patron of this podcast series, contact Sharon Donat, media specialist with the Richmond News and Town & Country Leader, by email at  sharon@leaderpress.com or by calling the Richmond News at (816) 776-5454.

Three recipients of the latest Community Excellence Awards are interviewed:Rob Swofford of Swofford Ford Sales Inc. in Richmond, winner of the Best Auto/Truck Dealership Award. Swofford comments on winning the award and discusses auto industry trends, among other topics.  Jeff Clymore, Richmond R-XVI School District director of bands, speaks on behalf of the Richmond High School Marching Band, winner of the Best Local Band Award. Topics include how marching bands are evolving and band road trips. Richmond High School graduate Dr. Brad Richey of Richey Chiropractic Clinic discusses receiving the Best Chiropractor Award. Additional topics include how other medical disciplines have grown to accept chiropractic treatments. Notes: To see and hear Frances McDormand howl like a wolf at the Oscars, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t1hkWbhhga8. The howling starts at around 3 minutes, 40 seconds. Music featured in this episode: "Loop for a Bebop Bishop, No. 1," formerly titled "Loop for Bishop John Burgess," composed by Shawn Roney; "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras," composed by Jim "Shecky" McGrane, E.E. Pointer and Shawn Roney; "Fanfare for Father John," formerly titled "Fanfare for Father John in F Major" (For Keyboard), composed by Shawn Roney; "Loop for a Bebop Bishop, No. 2," also formerly titled "Loop for Bishop John Burgess," composed by Shawn Roney. All selections are performed by the musical collective Sacred & Secular."Loop for a Bebop Bishop, No. 1" appears on the 2022 Sacred & Secular album "Peas in a Pod: Music From Two Podcasts (And Elsewhere)." To listen, visit https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=r9jV3qSvIPQ&feature=share. "Miles the Monk, Minister of Musical Mantras" was released in 2020 as a standalone single by Sacred & Secular. To hear it in full, visit https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mDkw4LJXcOHKUFfAx-FEQhK8i8kdgRU8s&feature=share. "Fanfare for Father John" appears "Peas in a Pod:  Music From Two Podcasts (And Elsewhere)." To hear the song in full, visit https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=LYdYZOL9384&feature=share. "Loop for a Bebop Bishop, No. 2" appears on "Peas in a Pod: Music From Two Podcasts (And Elsewhere)."  To listen, visit https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=3897_Q9AxVU&feature=share.   To be a sponsoring business or a supporting patron of this podcast series, contact Sharon Donat, media specialist with the Richmond News and Town & Country Leader, by email at  sharon@leaderpress.com or by calling the Richmond News at (816) 776-5454.

"Ray County Voices" examines  a few area holiday traditions. And one soon-to-be holiday tradition. Guests:Brandon Quick, Richmond High School principal, discusses the fundraising campaign Raise the Roof to assist families in need. Launched this year, the intention is for Raise the Roof to be an annual fundraiser during the holiday season. Steve Mendoza, Ray County undersheriff, discusses Shop with a Sheriff, an annual holiday event that allows youngsters of families in need to buy Christmas presents for themselves. Rev. Cathy Myers with the Richmond United Methodist Church discusses the church's holiday traditions, including decorating for the church and its outreach to those in need. Notes:Coverage of the Shop With a Cop events staged by the Richmond and Excelsior Springs police departments is in the Richmond News' Dec. 24 print and e-editions, provided by Jack "Miles" Ventimiglia, editor-in-chief.  For the e-edition, visit our website, https://www.richmond-dailynews.com/.Clarifications: Brandon Quick's father, Lonnie Quick, is a retired Richmond fire chief.  Kevin Jermain is the Richmond varsity basketball coach. Chad Snyder's duties include serving as Richmond varsity girls basketball coach. Nick Persell coaches varsity football and varsity baseball at Richmond High School. Matt Habermehl is Richmond's athletic director. The Kansas City kitchen referred to during the Steve Mendoza interview is Kansas City Community Kitchen, overseen by NourishKC.Music featured in this episode: "Silent Night," melody composed Franz Xaver Gruber; "Greensleeves" (also the melody for "What Child Is This?"), traditional; "Picardy" (also the melody for "Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence"), traditional. All selections arranged by Shawn Roney, and performed by Sacred and Secular. To be a sponsoring business or a supporting patron of this podcast series, contact Sharon Donat, media specialist with the Richmond News and Town & Country Leader, by email at  sharon@leaderpress.com or by calling the Richmond News at (816) 776-5454.

We combine the observance of America's two major November holidays, Veterans Day and Thanksgiving, as U.S. Army veteran Jeff McFadden and Marine Corps veteran Sandy Myerchin recall their respective stints in the military and share what they're thankful for this Thanksgiving season.Notes:The Veterans Day coverage provided by Richmond News editor-in-chief Jack "Miles" Ventimiglia, mentioned near the end of the episode, is in the Richmond News' Nov. 19 print issue. It includes a front-page story, continued on page 11; and a photo spread on pages 10-11. To pick up a hard copy, visit our offices at 204 W. North Main St. in Richmond, Missouri. For future "Veterans Remember and Give Thanks" episodes: If you're a veteran living in Ray County, or know a Ray County veteran, contact "Ray County Voices" host Shawn Roney at sports@richmond-dailynews.com to arrange an interview. Music: "We Gather Together" (a.k.a., "Kresmer"), traditional Dutch melody, arranged by Shawn Roney; "Marines' Hymn," melody attributed to Jacques Offenbach from "Genevieve de Brabant," arranged by Shawn Roney; "Taps," melody attributed to Daniel Adams Butterfield. All selections performed by a solo incarnation of the musical collective Sacred & Secular.Disclosure alert: The McFadden family was an initial patron of this podcast series.To be a sponsoring business or a supporting patron of this podcast series, contact Sharon Donat, media specialist with the Richmond News and Town & Country Leader, by email at  sharon@leaderpress.com or by calling the Richmond News at (816) 776-5454.

For those who couldn't get enough of Halloween 2021, series host Shawn Roney of the Richmond News shares some of the results of the Richmond News' Halloween-related poll questions that were posted in October on its official Facebook page. He also discusses his top 10 favorite horror/thriller films. Notes:Follow the Richmond News on Facebook for more Halloween-related poll results and other enriching content at  https://www.facebook.com/TheRichmondMODailyNews. Music: "Main Theme From 'The Nun Disappears,' an Imaginary Film by Alfred J. Herrmann" (Extended Version B); "Vamp for a Prankster Priest"; "Haunted Graveyard Theme From 'The Nun Disappears,' an Imaginary Film by Alfred J. Herrmann"; "Last Rites for Emily D.'s Brain" (Extended Vamping Version); "Main Theme From 'The Nun Disappears,' an Imaginary Film by Alfred J. Herrmann" (Extended Version A), composed by Shawn Roney, performed by a solo incarnation of the musical collective Sacred  & Secular.To be a sponsoring business or a supporting patron of this podcast series, contact Sharon Donat, media specialist with the Richmond News and Town & Country Leader, by email at  sharon@leaderpress.com or by calling the Richmond News at (816) 776-5454.

In September 2021, the Richmond News and its sister newspaper, The Excelsior Springs Standard, published "Red, White and Blue," a three-part special issue commemorating the 20th anniversary of 9/11 and honoring area first and second responders. The "Red" section was published Sept. 10, followed by the "White" section on Sept. 17 and "Blue" section on Sept. 24. In relation to those three sections, this episode features the following individuals, whose images and/or stories appeared in "Red, White and Blue":Darrel and Kevin Carmichael, Disaster Mortuary Operational Response Team members, who worked at Ground Zero during the days and weeks after 9/11.Ray County Sheriff Scott Childers, who remembers what he was doing the morning of 9/11 and discusses the tragedy's effects on law enforcement, among other topics. Richmond Fire Chief Mark Sowder, who remembers what he was doing the morning of 9/11 and discusses the tragedy's effects on the fire service, among other topics. Other notes: For more information about Disaster Mortuary Operational Response Teams, visit https://www.phe.gov/Preparedness/responders/ndms/ndms-teams/Pages/dmort.aspx.One way many firefighters commemorate the fallen firefighters of 9/11 is to participate in a 9/11 memorial stair climb. For more information about the stair climbs, visit https://www.firehero.org/events/9-11-stair-climbs-2/. The Officer  Down Memorial Page includes a page dedicated to fallen law enforcement personnel who perished Sept. 11, 2001, or from the effects of working at Ground Zero.For a virtual tour of the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, visit https://www.911memorial.org/visit/about-your-visit/learn-and-explore-home. 

#RayCoVo #podcast #podcasting #correctionalfacilities #taxesThe pros and cons of a proposed jail tax, to be voted on Aug. 3, 2021, by Ray County voters, are explored. Sheriff Scott Childers provides background on conceiving the proposal, his arguments for voting yes and related topics. Ray County resident J.D. Pierce discusses his involvement with the issue, his arguments for voting no and related  topics. Notes:The Ray County Sheriff's Office's Facebook page, one place where Sheriff Childers addresses questions and concerns  about the proposed tax, is https://www.facebook.com/Ray-County-Sheriffs-Office-223614467998389.The website for the Ray County Citizens Coalition, the coalition referred to by Pierce that opposes the tax, is https://www.raycountycitizenscoalition.com/. In addition to the county jail tax proposal, one Ray County community, Lawson, is voting on a school tax levy increase Aug. 3. Visit https://raycountymo.com/index.php/ray-county-clerk/ for links to the sample countywide and Lawson ballots. Music featured in this episode: "Loop for Bishop John Burgess"; "Raga of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse in G Minor" (For Timpani) , composed by Shawn Roney and performed by the music collective Sacred & Secular.To be a sponsoring business or a supporting patron of this podcast series, contact Sharon Donat, media specialist with the Richmond News and Town & Country Leader, by email at  sharon@leaderpress.com or by calling the Richmond News at (816) 776-5454.

If you're looking for something fun to do during the summer (or other times of the year) in Ray County, Missouri,  here are some options:Hardin 150: A postponed celebration of Hardin's sesquicentennial, slated for July 30-Aug. 1. Troy Rust, who heads the Hardin 150 planning committee, discusses the upcoming festival and whether Hardin 150 will inspire the town to resume staging an annual spring or summer festival, among other topics. Dirt-track racing: Richmond resident David Wood discusses his life in motorsports. Additional topics include why stockcar racing appeals to him as a driver and why people should try motorsports as a spectator activity. Sasquatch statue hunting: Ray Countian Natalie Lamar discusses her hobby of hunting for Sasquatch statues in Ray County. She also discusses such topics as taking Sasquatch hunting on the road and vacationing as America emerges from the COVID pandemic. Notes:For more information about Hardin 150, visit https://www.facebook.com/hardinmo150. Here are links to the Kansas City area dirt tracks mentioned in the motorsports segments: Central Missouri Speedway, https://www.centralmissourispeedway.net/ or https://www.facebook.com/Central-Missouri-Speedway-157564600966934 ; Valley Speedway, http://www.valleyspeedway.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/ValleySpeedway; Lakeside Speedway, http://lakesidespeedway.net/ or https://www.facebook.com/lakesidespeedway.kansascity. A Bigfoot-themed Facebook page Natalie Lamar visits is Ray County Bigfoot, located here, https://www.facebook.com/Ray-County-Bigfoot-104582898444025. The ASA mentioned by David Wood is probably the now-inactive American Speed Association. He didn't specify during the interview. Natalie Lamar used the term "gravel travel." Host Shawn Roney picked up on it and began using it during the interview after she had explained what it meant. Music: "Loop for Bishop John Burgess"; "Hardin Makes God Smile"; "Theme From 'The Nun Disappears,' an Imaginary Film by Alfred J. Herrmann," composed by Shawn Roney, performed by a solo incarnation of the musical collective Sacred  & Secular.

"Ray County Voices" honors members of the Class of 2021:In the leadup to graduation, student-athletes discuss multiple issues, including what high school was like, their feelings about graduating and life after high school. Those interviewed include Adrian Church and Sophia Farnan, both of Richmond High School; Connor Tabora and Gracie Gibson, both of Hardin-Central High School; and Bishop Grimm of Orrick High School.Teacher-coaches reflect on working with their outgoing student-athletes. Speeches from Orrick High School's commencement ceremony are shared.  Those featured include Principal Michelle Wityk, and honor students Macey Miller and Zachary O'Dell.  Notes:Basehor-Linwood, the school district Alexis Yockel mentions, is located in Basehor, Kansas. Ms. Peters, the teacher mentioned in Zachary O'Dell's speech, is Tricia Peters, Orrick High School's science teacher and a former Orrick varsity girls basketball coach. Mr. Moll, the other teacher O'Dell mentions, is Jayson Moll, the school music/band director.  Music: "Fanfare for Father John in F Major" (For Keyboard), composed by Shawn Roney, performed by a solo incarnation of the musical collective Sacred  & Secular. 

"Ray County Voices" provides a taste of what to expect for the latest Mushroom Festival in Richmond, overseen this year by the non-profit organization Friends of the Farris:Justin Wrisinger, Friends of the Farris board president, discusses changes to the festival and other event topics. Sara Seidel  discusses the ChalkWalk, a new activity.Haley Williams, city of Richmond recreation director, discusses the 5K run and 1-mile fun run/walk, a Richmond Parks and Recreation fundraiser. Notes:This is the 40th Mushroom Festival. Richmond, Missouri, promotes itself as the "Mushroom Capital of the World."For more festival information, visit https://www.mushroomfestival.net/.Music: "Loop for Bishop John Burgess"; "St. Adele's Waltz" (For Piano); "Stately March of the Church Ladies in E Major" (For Piano); "Hurry, Pyotr Thelonious, You'll Be Late for Church" (For Piano), composed by Shawn Roney, performed by a solo incarnation of the musical collective Sacred  & Secular. "St. Adele's Waltz," "Stately March of the Church Ladies" and "Hurry, Pyotr Thelonious, You'll Be Late for Church" are included on the album "In Solitude," available on multiple streaming platforms, including YouTube Music, https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_n_78QgdhLloJ4Fof5j2lXEqC1bnfyCaCU&feature=share. 

Expanding on Part I, Part II traces the journeys of the winter sports programs the Richmond News covers through the postseason (and in a few cases, the end of the regular season) through interviews with coaches and players. Notes:To be a sponsoring business or a supporting patron of this podcast series, contact Sharon Donat, media specialist with the Richmond News and Town & Country Leader, by email at  sharon@leaderpress.com or by calling the Richmond News at (816) 776-5454.Music: "Loop for Bishop John Burgess," composed by Shawn Roney, performed by a solo incarnation of the musical collective Sacred & Secular. This concludes Season 1 of "Ray County Voices." Look for Season 2 to begin with an episode, slated to go live in late April. 

As the end of the winter sports season approaches, Richmond High School coaches and athletes from the school's basketball and wrestling programs comment on team and/or individual progress since the season began in November.Notes: To be a sponsoring business or a supporting patron of this podcast series, contact Sharon Donat, media specialist with the Richmond News and Town & Country Leader, by email at sharon@leaderpress.com or by calling the Richmond News at (816) 776-5454.Music featured in this episode: "Loop for Bishop John Burgess," composed by Shawn Roney and performed by the music collective Sacred & Secular.

Some winners of the Community Service Awards, a contest staged by the Richmond News and its sister newspaper, The Excelsior Springs Standard, that allows readers to recognize Ray County and Clay County individuals, businesses and other entities, comment on their honors and discuss issues related to their respective professions. Those appearing, and their categories, are as follows:Capt. Jessica Bennett, representing the Ray County Ambulance District. The district was named Best Local Hero.Nick Persell, Richmond High School, named Best Coach. Brad Bamman, representing The Jones Store in Richmond. The store was recognized for Best Flooring Services.Dr. Jonathan Renfro, Renfro Veterinary Services Inc. in Richmond, named Best Veterinarian.Notes: To be a sponsoring business or a supporting patron of this podcast series, contact Sharon Donat, media specialist with the Richmond News and Town & Country Leader, by email at sharon@leaderpress.com or by calling the Richmond News at (816) 776-5454.Music featured in this episode: "Loop for Bishop John Burgess"; "St. Adele's Waltz" (For Piano); "Raga of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse in G Minor"; "Fanfare for Father John in F Major," composed by Shawn Roney and performed by the music collective Sacred & Secular."St. Adele's Waltz" (For Piano) appears on the Sacred & Secular album "In Solitude," a collection of piano instrumentals. To hear it in its entirety, visit: https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=3y6GK0Edn-Q&feature=share.

Spiritual and mental health professionals discuss the challenges the coronavirus pandemic is posing during the 2020 holiday season, particularly to students and the elderly. They also offer ways to deal with the COVID/holiday stress combo. Guests:Bill Purcell, a church pastor, consultant and a chaplain to nursing home residents and terminally ill patients, discusses the effects of COVID-19 on his ministry. He addresses other issues, including ways to stay in contact with elderly loved ones during the pandemic.Lindsey Hash, who leads the Senior Life Solutions program at Excelsior Springs Hospital, discusses the effects of the holidays and COVID-19 on seniors' mental health and the importance of staying physically active.Jordyn Chari and Hannah Archer, who work with students through Tri-County Mental Health Services, discuss the effects of COVID-19 on students and their families during the holidays, and offer coping strategies. Notes:For more information about the Senior Life Solutions program at Excelsior Springs Hospital, call (816) 629-2724. During a portion of her interview that was cut from the episode, Lindsey Hash pointed out that Richmond has a Senior Life Solutions program. The program is based at Ray County Memorial Hospital. For more information, call (816) 470-7360. Jordyn Chari stated in a Dec. 7 email that Tri-County provides " a variety of services to help with individuals struggling with mental health concerns on an ongoing basis." They include counseling for families and individuals, and round-the-clock crisis intervention. To request services or for more information, call (816) 468-0400 or visit www.tri-countymhs.org. For assistance with a crisis after 5 p.m. weekdays and on weekends, call 1-(888)-279-8188. Music featured in this episode: "Silent Night," melody composed Franz Xaver Gruber; "Greensleeves" (also the melody for "What Child Is This?"), traditional; "Picardy" (also the melody for "Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence"), traditional; "Mother Mary's Minuet in F Major," composed by Shawn Roney; "Auld Lang Syne," traditional. All selections arranged by Shawn Roney, and performed by Sacred and Secular.

A wrap-up of the 2020 general elections and a look ahead to 2021, featuring ... Gary Wilhite, who discusses his return to the Ray County Commission following his commanding win on Election Day in the western commissioner's race, among other topics.Ray County Clerk Glenda Powell, who discusses voting preparation, the mood at the polls, voter participation and lessons learned from the general elections. State Rep. Peggy McGaugh, who discusses multiple topics, including running unopposed, the U.S. presidential election and mail-in voting.Notes:A day after the interview with Representative McGaugh, who was in Jefferson City for a special General Assembly session, multiple news outlets declared Joe R. Biden Jr. winner of the U.S. presidential election. Music featured in this episode: "Loop for Bishop John Burgess"; "Raga of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse in G Minor" (For Timpani); "Minuet for a Melancholy Guardian Angel" (For Piano); ,"St. Adele's Waltz" (For Piano) , composed by Shawn Roney and performed by the music collective Sacred & Secular.To be a sponsoring business or a supporting patron of this podcast series, contact Sharon Donat, media specialist with the Richmond News and Town & Country Leader, by email at sharon@leaderpress.com or by calling the Richmond News at (816) 776-5454.

#RayCoVoThe finale of a three-part election preview episode concludes with question-and-answer sessions with two of the candidates in the race to represent Missouri's 5th Congressional District, which includes Ray County: Robin Dominick, a Libertarian; and incumbent Emanuel Cleaver II, a Democrat. Notes:For more information about Robin Dominick, visit https://www.robindominick.com/.For more information about Congressman Cleaver, visit https://cleaver.house.gov/, https://www.cleaverforcongress.com/home.php/# and/or https://www.facebook.com/emanuelcleaverii/.As was mentioned in the episode, an interview with candidate Ryan Derks was inadvertently omitted. For more information about the Republican nominee, visit https://ryanderks.com/ and/or https://www.facebook.com/realryanderks/.Music featured in this episode: "Loop for Bishop John Burgess," "St. Adele's Waltz" (For Piano) and "Raga of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse in G Minor" (For Timpani), composed by Shawn Roney and performed by the music collective Sacred & Secular.To be a sponsoring business or a supporting patron of this podcast series, contact Sharon Donat, media specialist with the Richmond News and Town & Country Leader, by email at sharon@leaderpress.com or by calling the Richmond News at (816) 776-5454.

Scott Childers and incumbent Garry Bush -- the two candidates in the Ray County sheriff's race -- provide their respective stances on issues that include the sheriff's role in addressing the issues of rogue law enforcement officers and the opioid epidemic . This is the second part of a three-part election preview. Part III is scheduled to go live Oct. 26.Notes: To learn more about Scott Childers, visit https://scottchildersforraycountysheriff.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/scottchildersforraycountysheriff/.For additional questions for Sheriff Bush, visit https://www.facebook.com/Ray-County-Sheriffs-Office-223614467998389. Music featured in this episode: "Loop for Bishop John Burgess" and "Raga of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse in G Minor" (For Timpani), composed by Shawn Roney and performed by the music collective Sacred & Secular.To be a sponsoring business or a supporting patron of this podcast series, contact Sharon Donat, media specialist with the Richmond News and Town & Country Leader, by email at sharon@leaderpress.com or by calling the Richmond News at (816) 776-5454.

Ron White, Karl Carter and Dave Powell -- the three candidates in the Ray County eastern commissioner's race -- provide their respective stances on issues that include the county's role in fighting the opioid epidemic and in addressing pandemic-related issues. This is the first part of a three-part election preview. Part II is scheduled to go live Oct. 19, with the finale slated for Oct. 26.Notes:Ron White's campaign page is located at https://www.facebook.com/Ron-White-for-Ray-County-Eastern-Commisioner-104864471336781/.Dave Powell's campaign page is located at https://www.facebook.com/groups/666961050593008/. A Facebook search did not reveal a campaign page for Karl Carter. However, he has published campaign-related posts on his personal Facebook page. Music featured in this episode: "Loop for Bishop John Burgess"; "Raga of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse in G Minor" (For Timpani); "Sister Selena's Bluesy Minuet in F Minor, Part I" (For Piano), composed by Shawn Roney and performed by the music collective Sacred & Secular.To be a sponsoring business or a supporting patron of this podcast series, contact Sharon Donat, media specialist with the Richmond News and Town & Country Leader, by email at sharon@leaderpress.com or by calling the Richmond News at (816) 776-5454.