Coming Events March 30, 2023
K of C FISH FRY FUNDRAISERS The Knights of Columbus will hold a Fish Fry fundraiser from 4 to 7 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 222 West Highway 32, on Friday, March 31. ART ON THE ROCK “Paint the Rock” with Patty from 1 to 4 p.m. or Paint ‘n Sip with…
Read MoreClassifieds: March 30 – April 5, 2023
For Sale: For Sale: Pre-owned tires —passenger and light truck — largest selection in the area. OK Tire, Houston, 417-967-3694. H/49/2tc For Sale: 2005 F-150 extended cab truck, six cylinder, front wheel drive, six-foot bed with liner, red with gray interior, 152,000 miles, runs great, asking $6,000, 573-671-2111. H/48/2tp For Sale: Use ItchNoMore® shampoo on…
Read MoreObituary – Charles “Robbie” McGuire
Charles “Robbie” McGuire, age 51, son of Charlie and Zelma (Swind) McGuire, was born November 10, 1971, in Houston, Mo. He passed away March 18, 2023, at Texas County Memorial Hospital. Robbie was preceded in death by his mother, Zelma; sister, Cynthia; nephew, Eric; and great nephew, Charles. He is survived by his father, Charlie,…
Read MoreObituary – James W. Lee
James William Lee, age 96, son of Fred Eugene Lee and Dove Emma (Gordineer) Lee, was born on January 3, 1927, in Raymondville, Mo. He passed away peacefully at his home in Raymondville, Mo., on March 21, 2023. James is preceded in death by his wife, Gail Lee, of Raymondville; his father, Fred Eugene Lee,…
Read MoreApril 2023 election
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor The City of Licking will have all uncontested, two-year term incumbents on the election ballot in April. Mayor Keith Cantrell has been serving since April 2015 and is running uncontested to retain the mayor position; he has previously served as an Alderman on the City Council. Also running uncontested is…
Read MoreIn this edition: March 23, 2023
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: See the county, city, township and school board election notices. Follow the ongoing teachings of “It Is Written,” by the Licking Church of Christ. See this week’s Licking R-VIII Elementary Learner of the Week, sponsored by Kinder Feed &…
Read MoreCelebrating 45 years at George O. White Nursery
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor A retirement luncheon was held for Georgia McBride on Friday, March17, at the George O. White State Forest Nursery. Young and old, previously retired and current employees, and family and friends all gathered to celebrate McBride and her 45-years with the nursery. McBride, who is now 96 years old, began…
Read MoreFriends of the Library: A love of reading
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor The Licking Branch of the county library opened June 3, 1947. After being housed in numerous smaller locations, it moved to its current location on Dec. 31, 2002, with the help of the community and the Friends of the Library. The Friends of the Library are a group of citizens…
Read MoreNarcotics arrest
Rolla PD Officers of the Rolla Area Drug Enforcement Task Force, Rolla Police Department, and Phelps County Sheriff’s Department concluded a long term narcotics investigation in the 25000 block of County Road 6050, in Edgar Springs, Mo., on March 13, 2023. A search warrant was executed on the residence. Fentanyl, methamphetamine, a pistol and items…
Read MoreWildcat Archers compete at State Tournament
The Licking High School/Junior High Archery Team traveled to Branson last week for the State Bullseye and 3D Tournaments. Licking archers competed along with over 3,500 other archers, grades 4th through 12th, male and female, from across the state. Licking archers scored as follows in the Bullseye Tournament: Malachi Smith (259) – middle school boys…
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