Classifieds: December 7 – December 13, 2023
Yard/Garage Sale: Moving Sale: Off U.U. in Solo. Old furniture, dishes, tools. Call for directions and information, 417-962-4765. H/33/1tp For Sale: For Sale: Four bedroom, 2.5 bath home on 38+ acres. Heated and cooled 30’x 60’ shop, pond and barn. (417) 457-6271 H/33/3tp For Sale: Remodeling Sale: White hardly used toilet stool with lid, green…
Read MoreObituary – William Byrd, Jr.
William E. Byrd, Jr., of Rolla, Mo., passed away Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at the age of 75. He was born on May 19, 1948, in Tabor City, N.C., to the late William E. Byrd, Sr. and Pauline Byrd. On September 26, 1975, he married Susan Leslie (D’Aversa) Byrd in West Chester, Pa. Bill retired…
Read MoreRobbery investigation
By Chief Pat Burton, LPD LICKING, Mo. – On November 30, 2023, at approximately 8:18 p.m., a Licking officer was dispatched to Casey’s General Store in reference to a report of a robbery. Two store employees reported a masked male, wearing a hood and black face paint, entered the store and pepper sprayed both…
Read MoreObituary – Donald “Don” Uher
Donald “Don” Jack Uher was born on May 13, 1933, in St. Louis, Mo., to Rudolph and Fay (Rollins) Uher. He passed away November 28, 2023, in Licking, Mo. Don was married to Evelyn Lorene (Mace) Uher for 71 wonderful years. He was a member of the Licking United Methodist Church for 60 plus years…
Read MoreSanta attends Lighting of the Mill
By Shari Harris, Publisher Around 40 people were present for this year’s Lighting of the Mill on Saturday evening. Carols were sung, hot cocoa warmed hands and stomachs, and cookie treats were enjoyed by most. Licking’s annual guest Mr. Santa Claus attended the event. Mr. Claus assisted with caroling then visited with children and the…
Read MoreIn this edition: November 30, 2023
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: The Licking Christmas Celebration will be held December 2; activities include shopping at the bazaar, Santa, a Fish Fry, toy giveaway and the parade! A drawing for twin quilts and teddy bears for kids birth to 10-years will also…
Read MoreLicking wins 3 of 4 at Big Cat Classic
The annual Big Cat Classic between the Licking Wildcats and the Salem Tigers returned to Licking Tuesday evening, November 21. A 4 p.m. start time for the JV Girls team may have been too early for some to attend, but a sizable crowd was there early and only grew over time, until the gym was…
Read MoreA day of Thanksgiving
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Licking Assembly of God held their annual Community Thanksgiving meal on Thanksgiving Day with over 200 friends dining together in fellowship. Pastor Larissa Satterfield welcomed the attendees and gave a prayer of thanksgiving before friendly volunteers served from a bountiful buffet. Diners enjoyed a feast from a selection of turkey,…
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SCCC Veterans recognized
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Forty-nine staff Veterans and 73 Veteran offenders with honorable discharges were recognized for their military service at a ceremony held Wednesday, November 15, at South Central Correctional Center-Licking. Correctional Program Specialist/Corrections Case Manager II Joseph Satterfield performed a Veteran roll call followed by a moment of silence for those Veterans…
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