Coming Events: August 20, 2026
STORM SIREN TESTING
Testing of the Licking storm sirens is scheduled to take place at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, August 20.
PRAYER WALK
The annual prayer walk at Licking schools will be held on Sunday, August 23, at 4 p.m. Those wishing to pray for the upcoming school year should meet at the elementary flagpole.
ELEMENTARY OPEN HOUSE AND SUPPLY BASH
Licking Elementary Open House will be August 24, from 4-6 p.m. A Back-to-School Supply Bash will be held the same afternoon at the FEMA building from 3:30-6 p.m.
FAMILY RODEO
A Family Rodeo will be held Saturday, August 29, at the Licking Rodeo Grounds.
MITCHELL REUNION
The Mitchell Reunion will be held Saturday, September 6, beginning at 11 a.m. with potluck lunch at 1 p.m. at Deer Lick Park in Licking.
BUCK WADE GOLF TOURNAMENT
The Inaugural Buck Wade Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday, September 12, at the Houston Municipal Golf Course. This two person scramble is a fundraiser for the Houston Senior Center. For more information or to sign up, call 417-217-2736.
FALL FESTIVAL AT MILL
The annual Pickin’ on the Porch and Fall Festival will be held on Saturday, September 19, at the historic Licking Mill. The festival is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will feature live music, vendors, a quilt show and more. Contact 573-674-2547 for vendor information.
R&S TRACK/FFA TRUCK & TRACTOR PULL
See more truck and tractor pulling fun at R&S Track the evening of Saturday, September 19.
UNITED JOY WOMEN’S CONFERENCE
The Texas County Baptist Association will host a United Joy Women’s Conference at First Baptist Church of Houston on Saturday, September 26, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. A small breakfast and lunch are included. Register online at tcba.site.
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. Comevisit 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 August 20.
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
Mike Whitaker, of Sullivan, will receive a one year subscription to The Licking News from Gloria Schembra, of Salem.
Leveta Van Norman, of Pevely, will receive a one year subscription to The Licking News from Helen Holden, of West Hartford, Conn.
Josie Hutsell, of Yorktown, Va., will receive a 23-week subscription to The Licking News from Margaret Burch, of Licking.
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.
