Wildcats remain undefeated in conference
Licking outscored Laquey 86-52 to remain undefeated in the Frisco League Conference Friday, at the Sherman Hill Field House. The Wildcats’ first quarter lead of 24-11 foretold the outcome, and Licking advanced to a 7-1 record (3-0 conference). Two Wildcats scored over 20 points, with Austin James tallying 24 points, 3 rebounds and 4…
Read MoreLady ’Cats domesticate the Bears
By Coach Steve Rissler The Lady ‘Cats opened up Frisco League regular season play with a 62-27 victory over the Lady Bears from Richland on Monday, December 12. Licking used full court 122 pressure to force RHS into nine turnovers in the first quarter, and led 15-5 after eight minutes. The Lady ’Cats put…
Read MoreComing Events December 22, 2022
VFW BINGO CANCELED VFW Bingo will be canceled on Friday, December 23, due to the anticipated winter weather. Bingo will resume on Friday, January 6. CHRISTMAS DINNER Alone? In need? Just want Christmas fellowship? This is for YOU! The Licking Christian Church will host a free Christmas Dinner from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. on Christmas…
Read MoreClassifieds: December 22 – December 28, 2022
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Read MoreSearch for suspect who fired on MSHP Trooper
On December 18, 2022, at approximately 1:19 a.m., a Trooper attempted to stop a white, 2006 Cadillac Escalade, for failing to signal on Parsons Road, north of US 60 Highway, in Carter County. A short pursuit ensued, during which the suspect stopped his vehicle, exited, and began firing upon the Trooper. The Trooper’s patrol…
Read MoreObituary – William “Bob” Skaggs
William Robert “Bob” Skaggs, of Newburg, Mo., passed away Saturday, December 17, 2022, at the age of 75. He was born on April 10, 1947 in Phelps County, Mo., to the late Charles Roland “Slim” Skaggs, Sr. and Alice Faye (Patton) Skaggs. On September 6, 1980, he married Maureen Veronica (Ennis) Skaggs. In addition…
Read MoreObituary – Lura Hagler
Lura Hagler was born September 26, 1923, in Licking, Missouri, to Berry and Grace Adams Crow. She passed away at the age of 99 on December 12, 2022, at Springfield Villa Nursing Home in Springfield, Missouri. Lura was baptized at an early age and was a faithful member of the Church of Christ until…
Read MorePursuit and assault charges against Salem man
By Sheriff Scott Lindsey. Texas County Sheriff’s Dept. During the early morning hours of December 15, 2022, a Texas County Deputy was dispatched to Route VV in the Licking area for a report of a vehicle fleeing from an attempted traffic stop by the Dent County Sheriff’s Office. The deputy patrolled the area and eventually…
Read MoreChristmas music fills the air
By Shari Harris, Publisher The Sherman Hill Field House was alive with music Thursday and Friday evenings, as the LHS music department and Licking elementary presented their winter concerts. The Junior High Band started the show Thursday, followed by the Junior High Choir. The LHS Concert Band led off with a recap of their marching…
Read MoreIn this edition: December 15, 2022
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: Free Christmas Dinner will be served at 12:30 at Licking Christian Church. Everyone is welcome. See their ad in this week’s edition for details. Follow the ongoing teachings in “It Is Written,” by the Licking Church of Christ.…
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