Coming Events: June 4, 2026

SUMMER READING PROGRAM

Jellyfish Balloon Art is the summer reading program event at the Licking branch of the Texas County Library, at 1 p.m. on Thursday, June 4. The Forest Park Great Horned Owl Program will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 6, at the new library in Houston.

MISSOURI FREE FISHING DAYS

The annual statewide free fishing days will be June 6-7. Fishing licenses are not required this weekend, and daily trout tags are not needed at Montauk State Park.

TOWN HALL MEETINGS

The Texas County Republicans will host four Town Hall meetings in Texas County. Ask candidates for contested primaries questions about your concerns. Times and locations are Licking – Fox Fire Station, 7 p.m. on Friday, June 12; Houston – Texas County MU Extension office, 3 p.m. on June 13; Cabool – Life Sanctuary, 6 p.m. on June 15; Summersville – Veterans Park, noon on July 18.

STREAM TEAM CLEANUP

The Upper Current River Stream Team Cleanup is from 9 a.m to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 13, from the headwaters of the Current River to the end of Montauk State Park. Registration is 8 to 9 a.m. at Montauk Lodge.

MRFD OPEN HOUSE

The Montauk Rural Fire Department will host an Open House on Saturday, June 20, from 12 to 4 p.m. Meet first responders from the fire department, Dent County Sheriff’s Office, Air Evac, MSHP, and personnel from Salem Hospital ambulances. There will be bounce houses, games and prizes for kids, and free hot dogs, chips and drinks. All are welcome.

LINCOLN DAY

The Texas County Republicans will host Lincoln Day at 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 27, at the Sherman Hill Field House on the Licking High School campus. For tickets or more information, call Adonia Rask 417-260-0916, Joanie Walton 206-914-1913, or Grant Heithold 573-674-2962.

42ND ANNUAL ROUTE 63 CAR & BIKE SHOW

The Route 63 Car & Bike Show will be held on Saturday, July 11, at Old City Park, Licking, with registration beginning at 8 a.m. For more information, call 352-428-2542 or 417-260-2627.

LHS ALL CLASSES REUNION

The LHS All Classes Reunion will be held on Saturday, July 18, at Intercounty Electric Auditorium. Doors open at 11 a.m., with the opening ceremony/recognition at 12 p.m. All alumni are invited; admission is free. To RSVP or if you have questions, call or text 417-260-0936 or 573-578-4802.

OZARKS BERRYFEST QUILT & CRAFT AUCTION

A quilt and craft auction will be held at Macedonia Baptist Church, 3110 W Sunshine St., Springfield, Mo., at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 18. Proceeds will fund the ministries of the Missouri Baptist Children’s Home. Auction items include quilts made in Licking, Mo., and can be previewed from 8 to 10 a.m.

MUSEUM/BOOK NOOK

The Museum of Art & History and Book Nook, in Licking, have opened for the 2026 season. Hours are Mondays and Tuesdays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

GUN AND QUILT RAFFLE

The Fleet Reserve Association FRA Branch 364 has ongoing Gun and Quilt raffles to support college scholarships. For more information call David Herndon at 417-967-0661.

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

TOPS helps and supports our members in achieving a healthy, balanced lifestyle through sensible habits and lasting change. We meet at 3:45 to 4:30 p.m. on Mondays at the Licking United Methodist Church, 208 S. Main Street. Come visit us to learn more!

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 573-889-9197.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

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

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.

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 June 11.

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.

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP

The Phelps Health Diabetes Support Group meets the second Tuesday of each month, from 4 to 5 p.m., at the Phelps Health Delbert Day Cancer Institute, Shirley Day Conference Rooms C, D and E, 1060 W. 10th St., Rolla. Call 573-458-7314 for information.

BOONE TOWNSHIP MEETING

Boone Township meets the second Thursday of the month at 5:30 p.m., 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 Phelps Health Delbert Day Cancer Institute, Shirley Day Conference Room B, 1060 West 10th St., Rolla. 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.

BIKE NIGHT CRUISE-IN

A Bike Night Cruise-In will be held the last Thursday of the month from 6-8 p.m. at Sonic Drive-In in Houston. All bikes welcome. For more information, call Norman at 417-287-7163.

GIFT SUBSCRIPTIONS

Irene Lingo, of Licking, will receive a one-year subscription to The Licking News from Mark and Judy Robertson, of Licking. Happy Birthday!

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