In this edition: September 28, 2023
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: Don’t miss the R&S Tractor Pull on September 30. Mark Bishop will be in concert at Abounding Hope Church on October 7. Annual fire dues should be submitted to the Licking Rural Fire Department by October 1. Progressive Ozark…
Read MoreA beautiful day for a Pickin’
By Shari Harris, Managing Editor The 10th annual Fall Festival/Pickin’ on the Porch had nearly perfect weather for their Saturday event at the historic Licking Mill. Those trying to keep sheet music and quilt notes under control would likely have preferred it to be a little less windy, but those attending the event enjoyed the…
Read MoreStudents join VFW for Dignified Disposal of Unserviceable Flags
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor They came by bus and on foot, the fifth grade students from Licking, Raymondville and Success, and joined Veterans of the VFW Post 6337 and Auxiliary to participate in the Dignified Disposal of Unserviceable Flags last Wednesday. Commander Billie Krewson greeted the gathering and began the ceremony, assisted by Harry…
Read MoreService in the Park
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Food, fun and fellowship were enjoyed by those of all ages at the Service in the Park hosted by the Licking Ministerial Alliance Sunday evening. A gentle steady rain held off until after the service began underneath the pavilion at the Licking Rodeo Grounds, and while the rain continued, it…
Read MoreProgressive Ozark Bank Customer Appreciation Day
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Progressive Ozark Bank hosted a Customer Appreciation Day on Friday in Licking. Friendly service, delicious fish with all the fixings, and perfect weather combined to make it a pleasurable event for the consistent flow of approximately 200 patrons. Members of the Progressive Ozark Bank group visited with the community while…
Read MoreAnnual Siren Bowl between the “Guns N Hoses”
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor The Annual Houston Lions Club Siren Bowl took place on Saturday with serious competition between the “Guns N Hoses.” Texas County Law Enforcement took on the Texas County Fire Department/EMS/Dispatch in a softball game that lasted for a total of 10 innings. Law Enforcement pulled off the win against the…
Read MoreAmerican Legion Boys and Girls State
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Licking High School students Ryleigh Barton, Dawson Havens and Trevor Richards attended the American Legion and Auxiliary Boys and Girls State program at Lindenwood University in St. Charles. Their attendance allowed them exposure to the rights and privileges, duties and responsibilities of franchised citizens. The training is objective and practical,…
Read MoreThe Essence of Sports: JV Lady ’Cats finish 2nd in Licking JV Tourney
It was a busy week for Licking Volleyball, which was on the road on Tuesday, Sept. 19, to face the Strafford Indians. Both the varsity and junior varsity squads came up empty after the long trip. Junior varsity lost two straight sets, 21-25 and 16-25. The Varsity Lady ’Cats lost three straight sets, 26-28, 20-25,…
Read MoreWildcats Baseball adds two wins
By Coach Harv Antle LICKING 8, VAN BUREN 5 LICKING, Mo. – The Licking Wildcats knocked the Van Buren Bulldogs from the ranks of the unbeaten with an 8-5 victory on Tuesday night, Sept. 19, at Deer Lick Park. After surrendering a run to the Bulldogs in the first, Licking answered with three of its…
Read MoreBusy week for Wildcat Cross Country
The Wildcat Cross Country team traveled to Plato Thursday for a meet. The Junior High Boys won the meet by 13 points, with four boys earning medals and six finishing in the top 20. Junior High boys receiving medals included Colin Kuhn (5th), Jett Sullins (6th), Jeffery Alkire (8th) and Gage Mesger (12th). Levi Stout…
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