Coming Events: May 22, 2025

MAYOR’S PRAYER BREAKFAST

City of Licking Mayor Scott Ogden will host the Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast from 7 to 9 a.m. on Friday, May 23, at Old City Park, Licking. Guest speakers will be members of the Licking Ministerial Alliance. Breakfast provided free of charge. All are welcome. No RSVP required.

FUNDRAISING DINNER

The Edgar Springs Saddle Club is hosting a fundraising dinner for Robin Dukes at the Edgar Springs rodeo grounds from noon to 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 1. A pie auction will begin at 1 p.m. Fried fish, potatoes, onions, slaw, baked beans, and cornbread are on the menu – chicken can be substituted for fish. Donations of dessert items for the auction will be accepted. Call 573-421-6834 for more information.

POTLUCK FOR PRC

A potluck for families of the Pregancy Resource Center of South Central Missouri will be hosted at 1 p.m. on June 1, by St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, at 222 W Highway 32, Licking. Bring a dish to share and a donation item for the PRC. For more information, contact Donna at 417-440-4454, or Sandy at 573-612-9829.

ARC BLOOD DRIVE

An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 2 to 6 p.m. on Monday, June 2, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Licking. Call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: LICKING to schedule an appointment.

VBS AT FIRST BAPTIST EDGAR SPRINGS

First Baptist Church of Edgar Springs Vacation Bible School kickoff will be from 3 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 7, with registration and fun activities. VBS “Magnified” will be June 9-13 from 6 to 8 p.m.

MONTAUK EVENTS

Missouri Free Fishing Days are June 7-8. Daily Trout Tags and Fishing licenses are NOT required for individuals fishing in Montauk State Park on these two days.

GOSPEL SINGING

New Life Free Will Baptist Church will host Chuck Crain at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 8. All are welcome to attend.

LINCOLN DAY

The Texas County Republicans will host their annual Lincoln Day event at 5 p.m. on June 14 at the Licking High School gymnasium. Tickets can be purchased at Scott Material.

GUN AND QUILT RAFFLE

The Fleet Reserve Association FRA Branch 364 is holding a Gun, Quilt and Large Ceramic Planter Raffle. The raffles are in support of college scholarships. For more information call David Herndon at 417-967-0661.

TEXAS COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART & HISTORY

The Texas County Museum of Art & History and the Book Nook is open for the season. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mondays and Tuesdays.

RECOVERY UNDERGROUND

Recovery Underground, a local support group, meets at 6 p.m. on Mondays, a Bible study at 6 p.m. on Thursdays, and Church at 6 p.m. on Saturdays, each week at 108 Main Street in Licking. For more information call Jake Carver at 573-889-7785.

TOPS

Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) Licking Chapter meets at 4 – 4:30 p.m. at the Licking United Methodist Church, 208 S. Main St. on Mondays. Attend a meeting to see if we can help you lose weight or maintain your lost weight. For more information, visit TOPS.org or call Kathleen at 573-548-1133.

GRIEF AND LOSS RECOVERY GROUP

Grief is normal when you experience a great loss, but if it’s been too long, you may need help. We are here Monday evenings at 5 p.m. and open to all! Meeting at the Licking Pentecostal Holiness Church, on the corner of Hwy. 63 and College St., Licking. For more information, call Diane at 573-889-9197.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 7:30 p.m. every Tuesday at the Licking United Methodist Church.

FREE ADDICTION RECOVERY CLASS

A program to help you overcome any form of addiction, based on the doctrine of Jesus Christ. If you or a loved one are struggling, please come! Every Tuesday night at 7 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Hwy. 63 and Hwy. E, Houston.

AOG LEGACY SERVICE

The Licking Assembly of God invites all to attend their weekly Legacy Service, held from 1 – 2 p.m. every Wednesday. This non-denominational service was begun to provide an option for those who wish to attend a mid-week service held during daylight hours.

KIDS AT THE CREEK

The Kids at the Creek Program at Boone Creek Baptist Church meets every Wednesday that school is in session, from 5:30 to 7 p.m., with a light dinner, Bible study, crafts and music.

LYNCH TOWNSHIP

Lynch Township’s meetings are the first Thursday of each month at 6 p.m., at the Lynch Township Shed, 14472 Boiling Springs Road.

SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION

Sons of the American Legion (SAL) will meet the first Thursday of each month at the Licking VFW Hall. Meet and greet begins at 4 p.m., with the meeting from 6 – 7 p.m.

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP

The Phelps Health Diabetes Support Group meets the second Tuesday of each month, from 4 to 5 p.m., at the Delbert Day Cancer Institute. Call 573-458-7314 for information.

SHERRILL TOWNSHIP

Sherrill Township meets at 5:30 p.m. every other Thursday at the township shed located at 11875 South 137, in Licking. The next meeting is May 29.

BOONE TOWNSHIP MEETING

Boone Township meets the second Thursday of the month at 5:30 p.m. Meeting is at the Township Shed, 16245 Highway AF, Licking.

PARKINSON’S AND CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP

The Phelps Health Parkinson’s and Caregivers Support Group meets the third Tuesday of each month, from 2:30 to 4 p.m., at the Delbert Day Cancer Institute. Call 573-458-3007 for information.

OZARK MOUNTAIN AMATEUR RADIO CLUB

The Ozark Mountain Amateur Radio Club meets the third Saturday of each month, at noon at the Lone Star Annex, 114 W. Main St. in downtown Houston. All are welcome, with young people interested in Ham Radio especially encouraged to attend. We can help with getting your FCC license! Contact Willy Adey at 417-260-4626 for more information.

MONTHLY MOTORCYCLE CRUISE-IN

The MC Cruise-In at Sonic in Licking, with DJs “Lew & Rick” of “The Road Show DJ service” is back. The motorcycles will be rolling in, we have lots & lots of door prizes & most of all friendly people! T-shirts are available for purchase. Cruise-Ins are the last Thursday of each month through September, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Junction of Hwy. 63 & 32. The rain date is the following Thursday from that date. Hope to see you there!

TEXAS COUNTY TRANSPORTATION

Licking Bridge Builders has transportation available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. To ride the bus, please make your appointment at least a day in advance by calling 573-674-3558 and talking with a volunteer.

ADDRESS CHANGES

If you are a subscriber or send a gift subscription to The Licking News and your address has changed or will be changing, please contact us at 573-674-2412 to prevent an interruption in delivery.