Coming Events: May 29, 2025
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 begins 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.
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.
Stream Team Cleanup of Upper Current River will be Saturday, June 14, with registration and signup from 8-9 a.m. at the lodge. Cleanup runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 573-548-2225 for more information.
RIDE FOR LADONNA & BENEFIT AUCTION
A benefit ride and auction will be held on Saturday, June 7, at Crow Creek Bar & Grill. Registration for the ride begins at 11 a.m and line up begins at noon, leave time is 1 p.m. Any rig of choice may enter. Auction begins at 5 p.m. Donations are being accepted for the auction. Music entertainment and a benefit meal offered throughout the day. All money raised goes to LaDonna Duncan Vestal to help in her battle against cancer.
ROBBIE & ROBIN DUKES BENEFIT EVENT
A benefit event will be held for Robbie and Robin Dukes on June 7, at the Hunter Family Farm, 21475 State Route M, Newburg. A motorcycle Poker Run begins at 9 a.m., fish fry lunch is 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Dessert Auction is at 1 p.m., live music with Stacy Harris from 2-3 p.m., and a DJ and open karaoke throughout the day. A Chili Cookoff is at 4 p.m. with a cash prize. Benefit Auction is at 5 p.m. ATV/UTV Poker Run starts at 6 p.m. There will also be a 50/50 drawing and gun raffle. Rain or shine, please bring lawn chairs. All proceeds go to the Dukes for medical expenses and special equipment. Robin has returned home after a life altering event in February and two months in the ICU. For more information call 573-578-4646 or 573-201-6368.
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.
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.
TEXAS COUNTY SHOP WITH A HERO GOLF TOURNAMENT
The annual Texas County Shop with a Hero Golf Tournament will be held on June 21, at the Houston Municipal Golf Course. Tee times for the Two-Man Scramble are 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. Entry includes lunch and entry into side games. Gun raffle drawing will be held the same day. Call Matt (417) 217-0080, or Kenny (417) 259-2411 for more information.
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.
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.
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