Homelessness is on the rise in Washington and the surrounding area, according to several sources, as local leaders ramp up efforts to offer more support services in the city.
A groundbreaking ceremony was held at the Hope Ranch of Missouri site near Stanton Saturday, Dec. 12. Pictured, from left, are Joe Schroeder, Hope Ranch of Missouri facility chairman; Brian Gentges, Cochran Engineering; Ron Cowan, board member; Gary Toelke, trustee and board member; Kathy Langenberg, board member; Jennifer Hope, board president; Dr. Lee Parks, Candy Key, Meg vogel and Nancy Schroeder, all board members; Judge Larry Davis, trustee and board member; Brad Rasmussen and Bob Loughman, both with Jasper Builders. Masks were temporarily removed for the photo.
Missourian Photo/Julia Hansen
Missourian Photo/Julia Hansen
Missourian Photo/Julia Hansen
Submitted Photo/ Joe Schroeder