Obituary – Michael W. Lane
Michael William Lane, age 72, son of Harry Lane and Georgia (Curran) McBride, was born February 3, 1951, and departed this life on February 20, 2023, at his home. Michael is preceded in death by his father, Harry Lane; two brothers, Lonnie Dale Lane, and Rick Lane and wife, Wilda Lane; his grandparents; father and…
Read MoreMultiple charges arrest in Licking
By Pat Burton, LPD Chief of Police Licking officers were dispatched to the intersection of US-63 and MO-32 on February 22 at 7:45 p.m., in reference to a male lying in the roadway. Upon arrival of the officers, Austin Baylor, age 20, of Duke, Mo., was located lying on the roadway, extremely impaired and naked.…
Read MoreObituary – Judy A. Tober
Judy Ann (Lyles) Tober, age 66, of Licking, passed away at her home, on February 21, 2023. Judy was born on August 18, 1956, in Beardstown, Ill., the daughter of Floyd and Mable (Russell) Lyles. Judy enjoyed gardening and watching movies. Her favorite pastime was spending time with her family and animals. Judy is survived…
Read MoreLicking FFA serves breakfast
The Licking FFA Chapter hosted their annual free community breakfast Saturday morning, kicking off National FFA Week that continues through Saturday, February 25. Diners from the community, including many FFA alumni, enjoyed being served by an FFA member from a menu cooked by an FFA member, which included biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, pancakes, sausage,…
Read MoreIn this edition: February 23, 2023
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: It is National FFA Week February 18 – 25; introductions, accomplishments and local support are presented. Catch-and-keep trout fishing season opens March 1. Boone Township held their annual community get-together fish fry. The American Red Cross held a blood…
Read MoreThree commended for lifesaving actions
By Shari Harris, Publisher Two youth and a member of the Licking Police Department were commended for their actions by Licking Chief of Police Pat Burton at the monthly Board of Aldermen meeting. Chief Burton presented certificates of commendation to Kavyn and Keegyn Kinder, and a letter of commendation to Sgt. Brian Allgire for…
Read MoreSupermarket Employee Day
Valentine’s Day celebrations
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Valentine’s Day celebrations were taking place all around Licking on February 14; loved ones received flowers, chocolate, special mementoes and gifts. Heather Lyons announced that this year all men at Hickory Manor are Valentine Kings and all women are Valentine’s Queens. “It has been a challenging few years for…
Read MoreLicking FBLA competes at District 14 Conference
By Mrs. Stacie Hutsell On Monday, February 13, FBLA Members attended the in-person, twice rescheduled, District 14 Conference at Hartville. After a day of events, time keeping, workshops and performances, we attended the Awards Ceremony. Twenty-one total medals were earned from online and production testing in January! Each year presents its challenges, but we have…
Read MoreLady ’Cats run the table in Frisco
Coach Steve Rissler The Lady ’Cats finished off an unbeaten run in the Frisco for the second year in a row last Monday, Feb. 13, with a 73-31 victory over Dixon. The Lady ’Cats have now won back to back Frisco Tournament titles and undefeated regular season titles, with 28 consecutive wins against Frisco competition.…
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