Classifieds: November 21- 27, 2024
For Sale: For Sale: Dining Room Set, 42” x 60” Table, 4 Chairs & Bench. Call 573-201-8920. $200.00. L/44/5tp For Sale: Used chainsaw, Lasko tower heater, Fresher air machine, two sports chairs, glider, lots of puzzles, quilt tops, tool rolling seat. Call and/or leave a message for John A. West 417-967-3136. H/31/2tp For Sale: Call…
Read MoreObituary – Sheila K. Swallow
Sheila Kay (Loughridge) Swallow was born April 21, 1965, at Rolla, Missouri, to Joseph Jackson Loughridge Sr. and Elsie (June) Norris Edmonds. She passed away October 27, 2024, in Safford, Arizona, at the age of 59. Sheila was united in marriage to Danny Swallow and they had three children: Alisa Marie, Maranda Lyn and Katherine…
Read MoreObituary – Billy Joe Driesel
Billy Joe Driesel, born May 30, 1938, to William Cecil and Mildred Viola Driesel, in Raymondville, Missouri, passed from this earth November 15, 2024, at his home in Raymondville. He was united in marriage to Beverly Ann Daugherty on May 31, 1957, and to this union three children were born, Glenna Jo, Douglas Elwyn, and…
Read MoreChristmas in Our Hometown
Christmas in Our Hometown has been helping children enjoy Christmas for over 25 years. They provide gifts that include clothing and toys for area children who might otherwise have none. Benevolent volunteers who support the non-profit program give of their time, monetary donations, or by adopting a family. Wish lists are submitted at the time…
Read MoreObituary – Janet L. Hebblethwaite
Janet Louise Cooper Hebblethwaite, 88, of North Platte, Nebraska, passed away October 7, 2024, at Centennial Park, North Platte. Janet was born on February 15, 1936, to Louis and Agnes Greenwood Cooper six miles north of Wellfleet, Nebraska, at the homestead of her grandparents, George and Flora Cooper. She was delivered by Dr. Mills, of…
Read MoreObituary – Fletcher D. Javier
Baby Fletcher Dean Javier passed away November 9, 2024, in Rolla, Missouri. He was born to Jacob and Audrey Javier. Fletcher Dean is survived by his loving parents; sister, Meredith Eloise Krewson; maternal grandparents, Robby and Tracy Mendenhall; and paternal grandmother, Rikkah Wills. He is preceded in death by great-grandparents, Wanda and Jerry Davis; and…
Read MoreIn this Edition: November 14, 2024
The Licking News is a great way to keep in touch with the Licking community. Great weekly columns, area-wide menus, sports schedules, city, county and state updates, obituaries, local area coming events, job listings and other classifieds are all included in the print edition this week. In addition to the current postings on…
Read MoreVeterans Day honored in Licking
By Shari Harris, Publisher Veterans were honored at several events in Licking on Veterans Day, Monday. A Veterans Day Assembly was held at Licking Schools, with area Veterans and their families invited. Their program included the posting of colors by the Licking FFA, followed by opening statements by LHS Student Council President Janelle Bates. Senior Ralee…
Read MoreFlooding damages Montauk State Park and Hatchery
By Shari Harris, Publisher Many organizations, businesses and individuals are busy with recovery efforts after flash flooding and flooding swept through the area early last week. Montauk State Park received extensive damage to campgrounds, two cabins, and the Hatchery, leaving Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Missouri State Parks employees and Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) Hatchery…
Read MoreFarmgirl Floral has Grand Opening at new location
By Shari Harris, Publisher Farmgirl Floral held their Grand Opening Saturday at their new location, 315 Highway 63, in Licking. Moving into a larger building has opened up opportunities for owner Katie Kinder to expand her boutique. McCoy and Company Mercantile is an area of her business where she features items from other local vendors, including…
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