Classifieds: May 25 – May 31, 2023
For Sale: For Sale: 2006 17’x42” Alweld Aluminum jon boat comes with 2005 25/20 hp Mercury jet outboard motor and galvanized trailer, new tires, LED lights and extras. Doniphan, Mo. 573-996-7610. $4,500. L/21/1tp For Sale: Concrete, four piece birdbath with ornamental girl, can be motorized. $70. Call 573-674-2849. L/21/1tc For Sale: Books by local and…
Read MoreObituary – Judith L. Higginbotham
Judith L. Higginbotham, 80, of Rolla, Mo., passed away on March 16, 2023. She was born on March 8, 1943, in New York, N.Y., to the late John Franklin and May Esther (Tippin) Laidig. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husbands, William J. Higginbotham, Sr. and Ryan D. Moats, Jr.;…
Read MoreObituary – (Leaman) Lemond “Eugene” Maxey
(Leaman) Lemond “Eugene” Maxey departed this world on May 16, 2023, at the age of 91 years, 2 months and 15 days. Eugene was a Devoted Husband, a Loving Father, and an Adoring Grandfather and Great-Grandfather. Eugene was born on March 1, 1932, to Tim & Edna (nee Crum) Maxey, in Licking, Mo. Eugene moved…
Read MoreLHS Class of 2023
By Shari Harris, Publisher Family, friends, administrators, teachers, and, very importantly, graduating seniors filled the Sherman Hill Field House on the Licking High School campus for the graduation ceremony of the Class of 2023 on Sunday, May 14. Seventy-one seniors earned their diplomas this year. Of those, seven earned Summa Cum Laude honors (GPA of…
Read MoreIn this edition: May 18, 2023
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: The Class of 2023 is recognized in a special pullout section this week. St. John the Baptist Catholic Church is hosting a Veterans’ Breakfast. Licking Farmer’s Market starts Saturday. Armed Forces Appreciation Day will be celebrated in Houston. Buckner…
Read MoreLPD welcomes Tristin Hall
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor The Licking Police Department acquired a new full-time police officer when City Administrator Rhonda Kirkwood swore in Officer Tristin Hall on Monday, May 8. Hall graduated from the Law Enforcement Training Institute – University of Missouri, Columbia on May 4. “I hope to be an asset to the Licking Police…
Read MoreMcClain Forest Products: SHARP certified
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor The Raymondville facility of McClain Forest Products, LLC, received a top safety designation on Thursday, May 11, from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Raymondville Plant Manager Kevin Evilsizer commended everyone’s hard work in attaining the Safety & Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) certification. “The SHARP certification is only…
Read MoreLTC Nick Jur serves our country
As shared with Christy Porter, Managing Editor Armed Forces Day is celebrated the third Saturday in May each year. This year it will be celebrated on May 20. This holiday honors all of the men and women currently serving our country, active and former, in the Army Reserve, National Guard or on Active Duty, and…
Read MoreOld Mill Day at Montauk
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Read MoreRJO continues good works
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor The Restorative Justice Organization (RJO) within state correctional centers performs volunteer work and completes projects that are in service to fellow citizens; the projects then are donated to support nonprofit entities within the community. Their activities may include food programs, creative endeavors such as quilts and textile projects, and giving…
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