A Haunting at the Mill
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Times of long ago were recalled at the Haunting at the Mill in Montauk State Park on Saturday. Park staff and volunteers shared with attendees to the event the people, attire and traditions of when this mill was established in the Ozarks. Diesel and Jaxon Harrington did a fine job as…
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Delightful creations
By Shari Harris, Managing Editor What do you get when you mix a vintage market, local artisans and their work, homemade ice cream, and a selection of homemade sauces and toppings? You get a unique shopping and dessert experience the whole family can enjoy at The Rock House Designs and Creamery. The Vintage Market at The…
Read MoreQueen’s Castle hosts Teacher Appreciation
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Queen’s Castle showed their support and their appreciation for the teachers, administration and support staff at Licking R-VIII and for the Community Teacher Support Network (CTSN) on Friday with a wonderful luncheon. Michelle Whitaker was assisted by Kayleann Belz, Marilyn Cantrell, Gina Whitaker, her husband Ben Whitaker and CTSN Coordinator Delanie…
Read MoreMaking waves
Photos by Christy Porter Science and Social Studies teacher, Ms. Candice Shepherd enjoyed seeing the results of her fourth-grade class’s wave property models, as did the students who were making waves on their models. By Christy Porter, Managing Editor The fourth-grade students in Ms. Candice Shepherd’s Science class were busy making waves last week. Four groups…
Read MoreSeven runners earn All-Conference honors
The Licking High School and Junior High Cross Country teams competed in the Frisco League Conference meet on Monday, October 16. Overall, thirteen Wildcat athletes brought home medals, and seven earned All-Conference honors. Six runners set new personal records, and the Junior High Boys won the meet as a team, with the Varsity Boys finishing…
Read MoreComing Events October 26, 2023
SIDE-BY-SIDE RIDE FUNDRAISER The Licking Rural Fire Department and the Licking Senior Center will hold a Side-by-Side Ride Fundraiser with line-up at 9:30 a.m. at the Licking Senior Center on Saturday, October 28. ARC BLOOD DRIVE An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 2 to 6 p.m. at St. John the Baptist…
Read MoreClassifieds: October 26 – November 1, 2023
For Sale: For Sale: 1300 sq. ft. used gray vinyl siding, 4 white corners. $150.00. 417-457-1015. L/42/1tc For Sale: Home high above the Big Piney River, near Houston. 2BR/2BA, 3 acres, $365K. Call 417-967-0660. H/25/tfp For Sale: Books by local and regional authors Marie Lasater, Terra Culley, DK Barnes, Christy Porter and Richard Britner at…
Read MoreObituary – Merle J. McCall
Merle J. McCall was born on July 26, 1936, in Winona, Mo., to Earl and Martha (Miller) McCall. He passed away on October 15, 2023, in Houston, Mo. Merle spent his life logging for a living, a trade that was passed down in the family. In his free time, he enjoyed gigging, riding horses and…
Read MoreObituary – James R. Letner, Sr.
James R. Letner, Sr., a dedicated electrician and veteran, passed away on October 17, 2023, at the age of 75. He was the beloved husband of the late Susan M. Letner, and the cherished son of Harold Ray Letner and Verna Allie (Holland) Letner. James was born in Dent County, Mo., and his life was…
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