In this edition: January 4, 2024
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: The 2023 Year in Review: April – June, continues this week; watch for more highlights of the past year. Progressive Ozark Bank in Licking, shares a “Warm-Up to Earning!” opportunity. S&R Insurance announces the closing of their Licking location,…
Read MoreCardinals Caravan to visit Rolla January 13
ST. LOUIS, Mo. – The St. Louis Cardinals have announced the schedule for the 2024 Cardinals Caravan, presented by Missouri Farm Bureau Insurance. The Cardinals Caravan will traverse 20 different cities across Missouri, Illinois, Tennessee, Arkansas, Kentucky and Indiana. A combination of more than 40 current Cardinals players, minor league prospects, alumni and team…
Read MoreOzark Memories – The Folk Art of Connie Blaylock Wallace
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Local folk artist Connie Blaylock Wallace tells her story and that of life in the Ozarks with a paintbrush, memories and the present. She shared her visual storytelling with OzarksWatch Video Magazine Host Jim Baker recently and this feature will air on Thursday, January 11, at 9 p.m. on Channel…
Read MoreA different kind of therapy
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Residents at Hickory Manor nursing facility were treated to a special visit last month when Mark Bengtson, from BF Farm in Huggins, brought three of his Kunekune pigs in to play. Even those more hesitant with the unusual visitors couldn’t help but respond with smiles, cuddling and petting the friendly,…
Read MoreNash charged with Sodomy and Child Molestation
By Shari Harris, Publisher Bradley Jay Nash, age 47, of Salem, was arrested on December 28 on two charges of first degree Statutory Sodomy and one charge of second degree Child Molestation, after a five-week investigation was conducted by law enforcement into allegations of sexual abuse. Nash is accused of committing the felony of first…
Read MoreDecember Teacher Appreciation
Submitted Licking R-VIII teachers and staff were shown great appreciation by the community during the month of December. Individual tote bags were quilted and embroidered by the Restorative Justice Program at South Central Correctional Center. Each bag was made with a variety of unique materials and included the last name of the staff member. The…
Read MoreLady ’Cats 2nd in Mtn. Grove Holiday Tournament
By Shari Harris, Publisher MOUNTAIN GROVE, Mo. – The Licking Lady Wildcats entered the 2023 Mountain Grove Holiday Tournament as a first seed in a field of 14 teams. Licking and second seed Mountain Grove enjoyed a first round bye, but faced stiff opposition throughout the remaining tournament. Third seed Alton won the tournament, followed…
Read MoreWildcats 3rd in Cabool Holiday Tournament
By Shari Harris, Publisher The Licking Wildcats fought through a sixteen-team field to finish third in the Cabool Holiday Tournament. Third seed Liberty claimed first place, followed by first seed Norwood, and second seed Licking defeated fourth seed Mansfield for third place. Gainesville (6th seed) took 5th place and Salem (7th seed) earned Consolation. In…
Read MoreComing Events January 4, 2024
LICKING DOWNTOWN FISH FRY & AUCTION Licking Downtown will host a Fish Fry with live music by Herman Hall from 4 to 6 p.m. at the VFW Hall on Saturday, February 24. An auction will follow, beginning at 6 p.m. Donations for the auction are now being accepted. This is a fundraiser for maintenance of…
Read MoreClassifieds: January 4, 2024 – January 10, 2024
For Sale: For Sale: Pride Medical Uplift Chair for $150. Color: taupe and brown. Larger size from Bach Medical. Very good condition. Call 417-962-4667. H/37/1tp For Sale: Books by local and regional authors Marie Lasater, Terra Culley, DK Barnes, Christy Porter and Richard Britner at The Licking News. L/1/tfn Order your subscription now to The…
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