Obituary – Virginia M. Martin
Virginia Mae Martin, age 94, of the Hayden Community, was born February 27, 1930, in Venable, Texas County, Missouri, a daughter of Charles T. and Amanda A. (Friend) Venable, and passed from this life Tuesday, October 29, 2024, in her home. She was united in marriage on December 23, 1982, in Rolla, to Donley David…
Read MoreObituary – Warren N. Livingston
Warren Neal Livingston was born on April 7, 1936, to Thomas and Emma Livingston in Ruble, Mo. He passed away at the age of 88 on November 2, 2024, in Rolla, Mo. Warren married Ann (Duncan) Livingston in April of 1956, and two daughters were born, Debbie and Denise. They were married for 44 years…
Read MoreObituary – Earl G. Throne
Earl G. Throne was born on April 30, 1943, in Bunker Hill, Ill., to Virgil T. Throne and Beatrice “Lady” Throne. He passed away on November 1, 2024, in Licking, Mo., at the age of 81. Earl is preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Lady Throne; son, Casey Throne; wife, Stephanie Throne, who…
Read MoreIn this edition: October 31, 2024
The Licking News is a great way to keep in touch with the Licking community. Great weekly columns, job listings, area-wide menus, sports schedules, city, county and state updates, obituaries, local area coming events and classifieds are all included in the print edition this week. In addition to the current postings on our webpage, in…
Read MoreShafer Road meeting held
By Shari Harris, Publisher A meeting was held Monday evening at the Licking Senior Center to discuss the fate of the stretch of road currently known as Shafer Road. Thirty-eight concerned citizens and elected government officials gathered for the meeting. One topic of discussion was ownership of the roadway. Residents along the roadway who have spoken…
Read MoreHelping Hurricane Helene survivors
By Shari Harris, Publisher Just over a month ago, on September 27, 2024, Hurricane Helene cut a path of destruction across the southeastern United States, leaving death and destruction in its wake. Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia received record rainfall, causing rivers to overflow and resulting in flash floods, road washouts and…
Read MoreTrick or Treat at LRC
Photos by Shari Harris
Read MoreBroadway on College Avenue
By Sandi Scurlock, Reporter A little piece of New York nightlife was brought to Licking on Monday, October 28. The LHS Concert Band and the various choirs presented “A Night on Broadway.” Memorable hits from Broadway shows were performed under the direction of Mrs. Briana Link. The Jazz Band set the tone, performing “All That Jazz”…
Read MoreLady ’Cats volleyball ends regular season
The Licking Lady Wildcats volleyball team ended their regular season with a home match against Mountain View/Liberty, two days after traveling to Mountain View for a tournament. Licking Varsity fought through five sets against Liberty on Monday, October 21, but came away with a loss, 21-25, 25-20, 25-18, 18-25 and 15-10. Aubrey Gorman returned and…
Read MorePhelps Co. R-III School District named Outstanding Rural School District – 2024
Submitted In the heart of Missouri, nestled in the county of Phelps, you will find Edgar Springs – a small town that has one of the best small schools in the state. Phelps County R-III School was built in 1965 as a result of the closing of one-room schools in the Edgar Springs area. Today,…
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