Licking JH students make their mark at 2026 Missouri FBLA conference
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Members of the Licking Junior High chapter of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Middle Level recently showcased their business experience and leadership skills at the Missouri FBLA Middle Level State Leadership Conference. The conference, which drew top-performing middle school students from across the state, featured dynamic competitive events, leadership development workshops,…
Read MoreComing Events: May 28, 2026
INTERCOUNTY ELECTRIC COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR The first annual Community Health Fair will be held from 8 a.m. to noon on Friday, May 29, at Intercounty Electric Auditorium in Licking. TOWN & COUNTRY CUSTOMER APPRECIATION Town & Country Bank-Licking Branch will hold their 30th annual Customer Appreciation BBQ on Friday, May 29, from 11 a.m. to…
Read MoreClassifieds: May 28 – June 3, 2026
Yard/Garage Sales: Yard Sale: Name brand clothes for men and women, toddler, teen, kitchen and home décor, Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. 1096 North Industrial Drive, Houston. H/6/1tp For Sale: For Sale: JD 410 round baler, hay rake. Call 573-308-6323. L/3/tfn For Sale: Books make great gifts! New…
Read MoreObituary – Maria del Carmen Mansfield
Maria del Carmen Mansfield, age 86, daughter of Jesus Perez Romo and Teofila Montoya Gonzalez, was born on March 26, 1940, in San Luis Potosí, Mexico. She passed away on May 20, 2026, at Oak Pointe Memory Care in Rolla, Missouri. Maria was preceded in death by her parents; her three sisters and one brother;…
Read MoreWildcat Early Learning Center graduates two classes
Licking R-8 honors retirees
The staff and administration at Licking R-8 Schools gathered with family members on Friday to celebrate and honor the outstanding careers of eight retiring members of the district, and to recognize milestones of service for other staff. Read entire article in The Licking News
Read More“It’s Rodeo Time!”
The 41st Annual Licking Chamber of Commerce Rodeo is fast approaching, with just over a week to go before festivities begin. This year’s rodeo will see the return of Outlaw 5J Rodeo, announcer Chris Pyle and professional rodeo clown Blake Potts. Outlaw/5J Rodeo Company begins their 2026 rodeo season at the Licking Chamber of Commerce…
Read MoreVeterans turn out for Armed Forces Appreciation Day
An Armed Forces Appreciation Day event was held at Intercounty Electric Auditorium in Licking on Saturday. Read entire article in The Licking News. Photos by Shari Harris
Read MoreMusic, food, shopping and princesses at the Mill
The sixth year of the spring Craft & Junk Fest at the historic Licking Mill saw a little rain, but it didn’t dampen the spirits of vendors, shoppers and music lovers who attended the event. Read entire article in The Licking News. Photos by Shari Harris
Read MoreFour Wildcat Track & Field stars to compete at State
The Licking Wildcat Track & Field team competed at the Class 2 State Sectional meet on Saturday, May 16, in Buffalo. Read entire article in The Licking News.
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