Mid Missouri Rodeo Association coming to Edgar Springs!
By Kammille Bennett-Williams, Reprinted from the Dixon Pilot Chris Spurgeon, a Cuba native and former Dixon resident, is the closest thing you can find to a real life cowboy. He has done almost everything you can do regarding horses. He’s broke colts and trained horses nearly all his life and even worked as a horse…
Read MoreMagic at the library
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor The magic words for the Summer Reading Program at the Licking Library on Friday were, “I LOVE to read!” The audience of 16 kids and 13 adults were asked to use those magic words throughout the performance of Marty the Magician. His questions, stories and magic tricks were exuberantly responded…
Read MoreComing Events June 20, 2024
STORM SIREN TESTING Testing of the Licking storm sirens is scheduled to take place at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 20. TEXAS COUNTY REPUBLICANS MEETING The Texas County Republicans will meet for a Potluck Dinner at 6 p.m. and meeting at 6:45 p.m. at Houston Lion’s Den, Hwy. 63, on Thursday, June 20. SIDE-BY-SIDE RIDE…
Read MoreClassifieds: June 20 – June 26, 2024
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Read MoreObituary – Stephen “Scott” Brake
Stephen “Scott” Brake was born on October 6, 1968, to Dale Albert and the late Vivian Sue McMahan Brake at Jefferson Memorial Hospital in Festus/Crystal City, Mo. After a heroic battle with lung cancer, Scott left his earthly home on June 11, 2024, at the Harry S. Truman VA Hospital in Columbia, Mo., at…
Read MoreObituary – Lillie M. Hodges
Lillie Mae Hodges was born on May 31, 1946, to Buster and Lula (Castleberry) Cain, in Delano, Calif. She passed away on June 10, 2024, at the age of 78, at her home in Licking, Mo. Lillie is preceded in death by her parents and husband, Nigel Steve Hodges. She is survived by her sister,…
Read MoreLHS Super Reunion draws a crowd
By Shari Harris, Publisher The Licking Super Reunion was held Friday and Saturday at The Resort at Boiling Springs. Months of planning culminated in a weekend of reuniting with old friends and classmates, while enjoying music, food and the great outdoors. Steve Ritz, a member of the rock band KC Ritz, was excited to play…
Read MoreIn this edition: June 13, 2024
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: The family of Joyce Crum extends their appreciation for the many kindnesses during the time of their loss. The Great Jungle Journey at Abounding Hope VBS starts Monday. Friends and family are invited to Gerald and June’s Birthday and…
Read MorePurpose in the Park
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Purpose in the Park, a gathering with a purpose of fellowship, praise, worship and God’s Word, was held at the Old City Park Pavilion on Saturday evening. The nondenominational event began with an early meal of hot-off-the-grill hot dogs, chips, drinks, and an almost world famous chocolate chip cookie. Registration…
Read MoreWeekly auction returns to Licking
By Shari Harris, Publisher The grand opening of DJ & DJ Auction Service Thursday evening was held at their location on Main Street in Licking. Auctioneer David James Grossenbacher, of Salem, and his son, David James Grossenbacher II (or DJ), have combined forces, and they plan to hold auctions at 118 S. Main Street every…
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