By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Queen’s Castle Spa and Boutique has been making customers feel like royalty for their first year in Licking, which calls for a celebration as they continue customized and creative care. They shared 84 grilled chicken legs and 16 pounds of cowboy beans with loyal customers and the community on Saturday…

By Shari Harris, Publisher The Texas County Republican Party Caucus was held Saturday morning at the Community Room at the Houston Fairgrounds. It was well attended, with 175 participants and four observers. The group had a 100 percent unanimous vote to choose Donald J. Trump as their candidate. Ten volunteers were required to hold the…

By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Participants of all ages enjoyed a morning of Dr. Seuss escapades at the Licking Library on Saturday, as they celebrated Dr. Seuss Day with Branch Librarians Lee Ann Akins and Brandie Smith. The nationwide reading celebration takes place on March 2, in honor of the birthday of children’s author Theodor…

By Shari Harris, Publisher Piney River Covey of Quail Forever held their annual “No Child Left Indoors” Banquet Saturday at the Intercounty Auditorium in Licking. Around 175 people attended, with 29 businesses or individuals sponsoring with Covey or Bobwhite sponsorships. Others paid admission at the door. Raffles, giveaways, games and auctions resulted in participants leaving…

By Shari Harris, Publisher An all time record was set at Friday morning’s free fishermen’s breakfast at Montauk Baptist Church. Jim Roberts was tasked with keeping a tally of those entering for a meal and 410 were served, compared to 274 last year. Sixteen volunteers from the church did setup, greeted, cooked, kept serving dishes…