Coming Events August 1, 2024
PHELPS COUNTY FAIR
The Phelps County Fair offers livestock, pageants, music, kids games, fair attractions, a truck & tractor pull, Bingo, a demolition derby and more, August 1-3 at the Phelps County Fairground on Highway 63 South, Rolla.
G1-GOD FIRST- FREE YOUTH CAMP
The G1 God First Youth Camp will be August 2 through 4 at Simmons Baptist Camp. It is a free camp, sponsored by Abounding Hope Church in Licking, for youth ages 7th through 12th grades. Enroll online on Facebook at G1-God First-Free Youth Camp.
KIDS TROUT TOURNAMENT
Dorman L. Steelman Lodge will host a Kids Trout Tournament on Saturday, August 3, at Montauk State Park. Age categories are 11 and under, and 12 to 15. Register at the lodge. Tournament hours are 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
SUMMER’S END KIDS FREE FISHING DAY
Fishing tags are free for children ages 15 and under on August 10 ONLY at Montauk State Park. Free fishing tags are required and must be picked up at the Lodge after 7 p.m. on Friday or any time Saturday. Adults must have daily trout tag to assist children fishing.
GOSPEL SINGING
The Mattingly Family is scheduled to sing at New Life Free Will Baptist Church on Saturday, August 24, at 6 p.m.
SUMMER FOOD PROGRAM
A Summer Food Program will take place from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Licking Assembly of God church lobby every Thursday through the summer. Open to all school age children on a first come-first serve basis. One pre-packed bag of food, per week, per child.
LUMC FARMERS MARKET
The Licking Farmers Market will be held 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. every Wednesday and Saturday, now through August 24, at the Licking United Methodist Church parking lot.
TEXAS COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART & HISTORY OPEN
The Texas County Museum of Art & History is open on Monday and Tuesday for the season.
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.
NEW LEADERSHIP NEEDED FOR 2025 INDEPENDENCE DAY EVENT
The 2025 Licking Independence Day fireworks celebration needs someone to take the helm at planning the event. Contact Debbie Cook, or Gary Hassell at Licking City Hall for more information.
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) 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.
SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE CLASS
Flower O’Scotland Dance Troupe’s Scottish Country Dance Class will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Licking Assembly of God, every second Tuesday of the month. No partner required. For more information and confirmation of classes call Joan Bryant at 417-619-5900.
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.
KIDZ CLUB/ YOUTH GROUP
First Baptist Church Summer Kidz Club, ages 4 years through 6th grade, will meet on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 223 Main Street, and will be served a meal. If your child needs a ride, contact the church at 573-674-3141.
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 Delbert Day Cancer Institute. Call 573-458-3007 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 August 8.
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.
MOTORCYCLE CRUISE-IN
The 15th season of MC Cruise-In will be held from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Sonic in Licking, the last Thursday of the month through September, with a rain date of the following Thursday. Join DJ Lew of the Road Show DJ service as he plays great tunes, win door prizes and enjoy the company of fellow bikers.
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.
GIFT SUBSCRIPTIONS
Don and Kay Ramsey, of Licking, will receive a one-year subscription to The Licking News from Curtis and Julia Ramsey, of Licking. Happy Anniversary!
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