Felony arrest
By Pat Burton, LPD Chief of Police LICKING, Mo. (July 14, 2023) – On July 9, 2023, Licking Police Officers were dispatched to a residence on Myers Street for a reported domestic disturbance. Upon arrival, the residents stated they had a very loud verbal argument but denied it had become physical. While investigating the incident,…
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By Pat Burton, LPD Chief of Police LICKING, Mo. (July 14, 2023) – On July 4, 2023, a Licking Police Officer conducted a traffic stop on a motor vehicle, which was backing down a city street in a careless and imprudent manner. The driver, identified as Ronrico Broadway, of Licking, exhibited indications of alcohol impairment,…
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By Pat Burton, LPD Chief of Police LICKING, Mo. (July 14, 2023) – On July 9, 2023, a Licking Police Officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle exceeding the posted speed limit on West State Route 32. The driver was identified as Kaleb Lewis, of Ellington, Mo. Lewis was cited for Exceeding Posted Speed…
Read MoreObituary – Lou Ann Edgar
Lou Ann (Buckner) Edgar, 92, of Salem, Mo., departed this life Tuesday, July 11, 2023, in Salem. Lou Ann is survived by her loving children: Jeff Edgar and wife, Cindy, of Sebring, Fla., Jake Edgar and wife, Angel, of Edgar Springs, Mo., Janet Williams and husband, Ed, of St. James, Mo., Ross Edgar and wife,…
Read MoreObituary – Mary E. Heavin
Mary Elva Heavin, of Edgar Springs, Mo., passed away on Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at the age of 90. She was born on June 4, 1933, in Maricopa County, Ariz., to the late Arthur Rogers and Era (Collins) Rogers. On November 20, 1954, she married Richard Heavin. He preceded her in death on April 9,…
Read MoreObituary – Frank A. Triplett
Frank A. Triplett, age 79, passed away Saturday, July 8, 2023, in Licking, Mo. Born December 30, 1943, in Licking, Mo., to Frank and Zoe Triplett. Frank is preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Carol; and best friend of forty years, Steve Ingram, with whom he’s drank many beers. He is survived by…
Read MoreVintage autos roll in to Licking
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor This year’s 39th Annual Rt. 63 Car & Bike Show, held on Saturday at the Old City Park, was somewhat reminiscent of the old drive-in theaters and restaurants. Set-up began before 6:30 a.m. in the wet weather that persisted throughout the day, however it did not deter participants, with the…
Read MoreIn this edition: July 13, 2023
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: Sandy wishes her parents, Charles and Barbara Campbell, a Happy 65th Anniversary! New Life Freewill Baptist Church is hosting a Walter Plant Gospel Music Concert. Follow the ongoing teachings of “It Is Written,” by the Licking Church of Christ.…
Read MorePulling for the FFA
By Shari Harris, Publisher Licking Truck and Tractor Pull held their first pull of the 2023 season Saturday evening at R&S Track, with a great attendance bolstered, no doubt, by the perfect weather. Lawn chairs lined the fence, in places three and four rows deep, and others filled the backs of trucks or the bleachers…
Read MoreEdgar Prairie Days celebration
By Shari Harris, Publisher The annual four-day Edgar Prairie Days celebration began Thursday with the Little Mr. and Miss Contest. This year’s Little Mr. was Flynn Sullins, and Little Miss was Tatum Drew, Little Tiny Mr. was Beau Humphrey and Little Tiny Miss was Emery McCann. Friday evening, host Hooves & Boots had a fish…
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