Truck fire chars bank drive-thru
By Shari Harris, Publisher When Tim Mooney pulled up to the ATM at Progressive Ozark Bank Monday afternoon, he had no idea that it was the last time he would be sitting in the driver seat of his pickup. As he put his wallet on the seat beside him to get his bank card, he…
Read MoreEclipse Day concert at Licking Mill
By Shari Harris, Publisher Moonshine Xpress will be playing “by the dark of the moon” as the moon crosses in front of the sun on Monday, April 8. The Southern Rock/Country/Rock band will set up on the porch of the historic Licking Mill for an eclipse concert that day, and the public is invited to…
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Texas County Republicans hold Lincoln Day event
By Shari Harris, Publisher The Texas County Republicans held their annual Lincoln Day event on Saturday at the Licking High School gymnasium. County, State and U.S. incumbents, candidates or their representatives were among the speakers at the event, which was well attended. Pastor Bill Villapiano emceed the event. Speaking at the event were Republican candidates…
Read MoreLegacy Service and Outreach
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Legacy Services for mature adults are held at Licking Assembly of God Church every Wednesday at 1 p.m. They offer fellowship with others that are in the same season of life, although everyone is welcome. Brother Harvey Hoffman and Brother Everett Perkins alternate each week in sharing a message with…
Read MoreLPHC Ice Cream Social
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor A good time was had by all at Licking Pentecostal Holiness Church Saturday evening at an Ice Cream Social fundraiser event. This is the first annual Ice Cream Social extended by the LPHC Royal Rangers, a program that mentors future men; the LPHC Teen Church and LPHC Missionettes were also…
Read MoreSecond Annual LHS Career Day
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor High School students were allowed an introduction into opportunities they may wish to pursue at the second annual LHS Career Day, held last Wednesday. College, a trade school, the military, going directly into the workforce or following a personal dream may be the next step after graduation. Learning about the…
Read MoreThe science of wastewater
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Fourth grade students in Mrs. Candice Shepherd’s science classes have recently been learning about watersheds, sinkholes and drainage systems; part of that flow would include an informative trip to the local wastewater treatment plant. Its importance is processing community wastewater, residential and city, and speeding up the natural process to…
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Wildcats undefeated in Houston Tournament
HOUSTON, Mo. – Licking Wildcat Baseball continued their winning ways during last week’s Houston Tournament. In their first game, Licking defeated Mountain Grove on Monday, March 18. Strong pitching by Silas Antle and Austin Stephens kept the Panthers scoreless, while Wildcat batters put four runs on the boards.Licking R-8 School District Licking improved their season…
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