In This Edition: April 16, 2026
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In addition to items posted on thelickingnews.net, in this week’s print edition you’ll find:
See two heartfelt Thank You ads, along with the Texas County Book Sale, a Chocolate Tasting at the Senior Center and an Annual Indoor Yard & Bake Sale at Licking United Methodist, all on A3.
On A4, see this week’s Elementary Learner of the Week, sponsored by Kinder Feed and Farm, HS Learner of the Week, sponsored by Corner Express-Shell, and Athlete of the Week, sponsored by Rinne Tire Pros.
Builder Bash XXXI is coming to Boiling Springs Resort – see their ad on A6. Also see ads from great local businesses in this week’s edition.
Advertising in The Licking News is a great way to share your business with the community, and we offer a combo rate to place your ad on our website as well. Check out our other advertisers throughout this edition.
See what’s new in Coming Events, on A2. There is a Fish Fry Fundraiser Friday evening at the Fox Community Room!
We have two obituaries this week on A3. Our condolences to the family.
Read about the Wildcat Travel Club Side by Side Ride and the G1 Camp Fundraiser held on April 11, also on A3.
Find Sports schedules along with school menus on A4.
Read about a TCMH successful rehabilitation on A5, and also learn more about GLP-1 Drugs from Dr. Graham Colditz.
SCCC news includes an employee of the month and two new case managers; the Spring Junk & Craft Festival at Country Crafts & Flea Market proceeded despite intermittent rain; and learn about the latest art class at the museum on A6. Also read what’s new at the Library in Bookends and find a recipe for Creamy Chicken Enchiladas in Ozarks Cooks.
B1 features Cpl. Kenny Santee discussing Keep America Beautiful and the Tornado Shelter; Tom Brand recalling a visit to the White House; and Scott Hamilton comparing the Artemis mission to Apollo missions.
The Courthouse, Sheriff’s and County Commission’s reports are on B2, and the LPD and MSHP reports are on B3 along with public notices.
After our classifieds on B4, find our business card directory on B5 along with another installation of the Missouri Press 100 Years of Route 66 in 52 Weeks series.
Don’t forget our puzzle and comics page on B6!
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