Although Richland, Missouri has a population of fewer than two thousand people, its boundaries span Camden, Laclede, and Pulaski counties. The city is accessed by State Routes 7 and 133, as well as Highway T. The town was formed in 1869, when M. Santee surveyed and laid out the town along both sides of the railroad track. Originally, the new town was named Lyons Station, but it was learned that another Missouri town already carried that name, so it was renamed Richland for G.W. Rich, a railroad director. Early industries were the Richland Steam and Flouring and Saw Mills, established by Dr. James Titterington in the late 1870s, although livestock production and agriculture were the chief occupations in the area. Cattle, hogs, sheep, and lumber products were shipped from Richland daily. Richland was incorporated as a village when it was established in 1869, and it became a fourth-class city in 1884. Surrounding communities include Crocker, Glaize, Stoutland, Swedeborg, and Waynesville.
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Pulaski County Library District
Headquartered in Richland, Missouri, the library has branches in Crocker, Richland and Waynesville. Directions, hours of operation, and a calendar of events are posted, along with its audiobook options and other online resources.
http://www.pulaskicounty.lib.mo.us/
Richland Area Chamber of Commerce
The non-profit business membership organization is made up of business owners and other interested individuals in the Richland, Missouri region. Its membership policies and meeting schedules are posted, along with a business directory and a guide to the area.
http://www.gorichlandmo.com/
Richland High School Alumni Association
Made up of graduates, former students and faculty of the Richland High School in Richland, Missouri, the site publishes alumni meeting and reunion schedules, photographs, and a member directory.
http://www.richlandalumniassociation.org/
The R-IV public school system in Richland, Missouri offers a PK-12th grade curriculum through an elementary school and a combined junior and senior high school. A district calendar and report cards, an administrative and faculty directory, policies and registration schedules, board agendas and minutes are presented.
http://www.richlandbears.us/
A profile and history to the city is provided on the official municipal web site, including local government contacts, services and utilities, employment opportunities, agendas and minutes, and a calendar of events. A guide to local businesses is included.
http://richlandmo.info/
The Richland Police Department
The RPD is a municipal law enforcement department serving the Richland, Missouri community. Its organizational structure, contacts, and employment information are put forward, with contacts and announcements. A list of wanted persons and local sex offenders are included.
http://www.richlandpolice.net/
