Obituary – Neaomi R. Blair
Neaomi Ruth McCall Blair passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 7, 2024, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, with family and friends by her side. She was born on September 5, 1938, to the late Eugene and Netta (Britton) McCall in Desoto, Mo. Neaomi Ruth McCall Blair was married to the late Reverend Elisha D.…
Read MoreObituary – Raymond H. York
Raymond Henry York flew home to be with Jesus and his beloved wife, Dorothy, on July 8, 2024, in Cabool, Mo. Raymond was born on October 16, 1948, in Raymondville, Mo., to George Henry York and Susie York. Raymond had six sisters, Aleda Oglesby, Syliva Atkinson, Claire Jackson, Geroldine York, Willow York and Goldie…
Read MoreObituary – Carol S. Brookshire
Carol Sue Brookshire, of Rolla, Mo., passed away Monday, July 8, 2024, at the age of 83. She was born on January 14, 1941, in Taylorville, Ill., to the late Harold Schroyer and Barbara (Check) Schroyer. Carol graduated from the Licking High School in 1959. On January 30, 1960, she married Fred Brookshire at…
Read MoreIn this edition: July 11, 2024
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: Learn about the Gospel Singing at Anutt Community Church on July 13. Charles and Barbara (Krewson) Campbell are wished a Happy Anniversary! MSU-WP invites you to “Chart your path to success” by enrolling now. The Texas County Health…
Read MoreRoute 63 Car & Bike Show – 40 years of classics
By Shari Harris Publisher The 40th Annual Route 63 Car & Bike Show was held Saturday at the Old City Park in Licking. This year’s show saw 89 entries line up for a day of friendly competition and fun in the shade of the park. All entries received a t-shirt and…
Read MoreWeekend of celebration at Boiling Springs
By Shari Harris Publisher The Resort at Boiling Springs was filled with people this weekend, celebrating a Fourth of July Family Event. Many were camping, but others just came for the day, filling the campground as they enjoyed the activities Saturday afternoon and evening. The owners of the resort, Robert and Tina Comer, invited…
Read MoreIECA Youth Tour delegates travel to Washington, D.C.
IECA One hundred and two high school students participated in Missouri’s 61st annual Missouri Electric Youth Tour to Washington, D.C., June 14-20. Local delegates were Audrey Bell, Summersville; Destiny Evans, Plato; Khloe Baldwin, Salem; Mohamed Algraiw, Rolla; Cooper Hoerning, Mtn. Grove; Gideon Warneke, Cabool; Kristen Ely, Houston; Cat Lillis, St. James; and Nicole Paolella,…
Read MoreReplica of Shroud of Turin display in Licking
A display of a replica of the Shroud of Turin will be hosted by Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church on Sunday, July 21. The public is invited to view the display, beginning at 9 a.m.. The Shroud of Turin is a cloth that is 14 feet long and 3 feet wide, and is believed…
Read MoreComing Events July 11, 2024
TCMH LICKING CLINIC GRAND OPENING The Texas County Memorial Hospital Licking Clinic will hold a Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony from 2 – 4 p.m. on Thursday, July 11, at the new location, 139 W. Hwy. 32. All are invited! TEXAS COUNTY FAIR The Texas County Fair will be held Tuesday, July 9 through…
Read MoreClassifieds: July 11-17, 2024
Yard/Garage Sale: Garage Sale: Angels Home Center Open. Helping victims of home fires start over. Open to the public to shop and donate, Thursday and Friday every week, 10 am to 2 pm. Air conditioned buildings full of furniture, clothes and household items. 9411 Peace Chapel Road, Plato. Questions, call or text 417-260-1117 H/12/2tp…
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