Children’s Christmas Store
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor The Children’s Christmas Store at Abounding Hope Church was held last Wednesday evening and again on Saturday, giving 70 children the opportunity to Christmas shop for parents, grandparents, siblings and other loved ones. After making a list and checking it twice, the children shopped with a volunteer and could chose…
Read MoreStephens receives Army Values Leadership Award
Licking High School senior Austin Stephens was recognized last week with the November Army Values Leadership Award for Respect. LTC Venancio Castro, United States Army School Chief of Staff, presented the award to Stephens in front of family and friends. Respect was defined as demonstrating equal self-respect and respect for others, creating increased morale and…
Read MoreWildcats win two
By Coach Phillip Gambill STOUTLAND, Mo. – The Wildcats traveled to Stoutland on Tuesday night, December 5, for a conference game. The game was a tough road game for the Wildcats, and the first quarter ended with the game tied at 17. The Wildcats took a 31-25 lead going into halftime. At the end of…
Read MoreComing Events December 14, 2023
EDGAR SPRINGS CHRISTMAS PARADE The annual Edgar Springs Christmas parade will be held Saturday, December 16, beginning at 9 a.m., followed by Breakfast with Santa and presents at the fire station. Bring your cameras! CAROLING AT LRC Groups or organizations are invited to carol at Licking Residential Care this holiday season. Please contact Haley at…
Read MoreClassifieds: December 14 – December 20, 2023
For Sale: For Sale: I have several breeds of birds. Cockatiels, hand feed, 8 months old, 5 females, one has DNA, $200 each. Breeding age cockatiels, not tame. One single male, 3years old, $200. Breeding pair male, 3 female, $400 on both. Three parrotlet, baby’s, parent fed, weaned $150 each. Seven baby parakeets, parent fed,…
Read MoreLady Wildcats go to 6-0
By Shari Harris, Publisher The Licking Varsity and JV Lady Wildcats had a long week on the road, starting with a varsity-only contest on Monday, December 4, against the Houston Lady Tigers. The Lady ’Cats roared past the Lady Tigers with a 51-21 final score. The JV Lady ‘Cats had their chance to play in…
Read MoreObituary – Kenneth “Ken” Beers
Kenneth (Ken) William Beers was born October 14, 1952, in Easton, Pa., of Robert and Agnes Beers. He died December 6, 2023, at Texas County Memorial Hospital in Houston, Mo. Ken was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Diane; three sons: Benjamin Wolf and Jonathan Beers, of Licking, and…
Read MoreIn this edition: December 7, 2023
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: Buckner & Gately Auction Service will begin the bidding on Saturday for another great sale. The VFW Auxiliary will be holding a public auction for local veterans; donations are appreciated. Fox Funeral Home will be hosting a Memorial Ornament…
Read MoreObituary – Lynda Casey
We are sad to announce the passing of Lynda Casey on December 2, 2023. She peacefully passed surrounded by her family, knowing she was loved and will be missed. Her love, laughter and generous spirit will be remembered and celebrated through shared memories. She is now an angel watching over family and friends. “I will…
Read MoreRolla man charged with rape and sodomy
MSHP JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (December 7, 2023) – The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control announces additional criminal charges filed in the investigation of Justin B. Durham, 42, of Rolla, Mo. On September 14, 2023, Durham was formally indicted by a Phelps County Grand Jury with first degree rape, first degree…
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