Update release-checklist.md
Include potential changes to the README in the release checklist
@@ -93,6 +93,17 @@ Also check for crates that depend on crates that have changed. They should get a
- [ ] After any changes, test that the `cargo install` command in works. Use
e.g. `cargo install --locked --path zebrad`.
+## README
+
+As we resolve various outstanding known issues and implement new functionality with each release, we should double check the README for any necessary updates.
+
+We should check and update if necessary:
+
+- [ ] The "Beta Release" section
+- [ ] The "Known Issues" section
+
+to ensure that any items that are resolved in the latest release are no longer listed in the README.
+
## Change Log
**Important**: Any merge into `main` deletes any edits to the draft changelog. Once you are ready to tag a release, copy the draft changelog into `CHANGELOG.md`.
