Drug arrest
By Scott K. Lindsey, Texas Co. Sheriff On January 19, 2023, at approximately 1:14 a.m. a Texas County Deputy patrolling Route B in the Houston area observed a vehicle failing to dim it’s headlights as it approached. The deputy initiated a traffic stop on a Ford Mustang and contacted the driver of the Ford. The…
Read MoreHeavy, wet snow to create a wintery Wednesday
MoDOT JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – A winter storm is expected to bring snow to much of Missouri beginning Tuesday night and into Wednesday morning, affecting Wednesday morning’s commute. Snowfall amounts up to 4-inches have been forecasted for the north and central part of the state with 5 to 9-inches possible south of Interstate 44. The…
Read MoreObituary – Jo Poulson
Jo Poulson, 91, of Licking, passed away at Phelps Health in Rolla, Mo., on January 20, 2023. Jo was born on February 21, 1931, in Scotts Hill, Tenn., the daughter of William Troy and Minnie Ola (Carter) Grimsley. Jo is survived by her daughters, Pamela Susan (Gambill) Wells, Preita Beverly Poulson, Paige Anlouise (Poulson) Wiseman…
Read MoreObituary – Luetta “Gail” Lee
Luetta Gail (Merckling) Lee, age 92, daughter of Wayne Merckling and Sylvia Elizabeth Anna (Walker) Merckling, was born on February 28, 1930, in Isadora, Mo. She passed away peacefully at her home in Raymondville, Mo., on January 17, 2023. Gail always remarked that she was born in the smallest county in Missouri and would die…
Read MoreObituary – Ronald L. Black
Ronald Lee Black, age 58, was born in Rolla, Mo., on February 9, 1964, to James and Bonnie Black. He passed away in Houston, Mo., on January 16, 2023. Ronald was a 1982 graduate of Licking High School. He played in the band in high school and in the National Guard. He was also a…
Read More“Why is the Veteran Important?”
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Licking Memorial Post 6337 held the 2022-23 Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen Awards Banquet Monday evening at the VFW Hall. Students from three area schools were recognized for their participation and winning essays. The evening began with a plentiful and appetizing buffet that included pork, lasagna, chicken pasta salad,…
Read MoreIn this edition: January 19, 2023
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: Follow the ongoing teachings in “It Is Written,” by the Licking Church of Christ. The Pregnancy Resource Center (PRC) is sponsoring the movie “Lifemark” at the Melba Theatre. See this week’s Licking R-VIII HS/JH Learner of the Week, sponsored…
Read MoreR-VIII Elementary Principal hired for 2023-24
With the resignation of Elementary Principal Mrs. Julianna Thrasher mid-school year, and with Elementary Academic Services Principal Mrs. Telena Haneline’s move to the superintendent position for the next school year, the position of elementary principal was vacant for Licking’s next school year. The Licking R-VIII School Board wrapped up the interview process for the position…
Read MoreHidden camera found at Casey’s in Cabool
Cabool PD On January 3, 2023 Cabool Police were called in reference to a possible hidden camera in the ladies’ restroom at Casey’s General Store East. Officers responded and located a camera in a ceiling vent. The camera was seized. The investigation showed the owner of the camera to be a Casey’s employee, who was…
Read MoreLions Club honors law enforcement
Submitted HOUSTON, Mo. – The Houston Lions Club held its ninth annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Event on January 6, 2023. All Texas County law enforcement departments were invited to the event for lunch and to receive a certificate of appreciation for their service. The Law Enforcement Appreciation Lunch was sponsored by Simmons Bank in Houston,…
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