Licking Elementary 4th through 6th Grade Quarterly Awards
The following 4th through 6th grade students were recognized for 1st Quarter Perfect Attendance: 4th Grade: Cole Eaton, Jase Gambill, Sofie Hutsell, Catalina Rankin, Kaleb Elliott, Paislee Kinder 5th Grade: Annabel Godi, Lilliauna Martin, Phoenix Burns, Blake Buckner, Aubrie Peterson, Andrew Rhyno, Logan Sullins, Nathan Umfleet 6th Grade: Paige Akers, Alexis Curtis, Layney Gifford, Tesla…
Read MoreMalachi Antle signs with State Fair CC
By Harv Antle SEDALIA, Mo. – Malachi Antle has signed a National Letter of Intent to play baseball next year at State Fair Community College in Sedalia, Mo. State Fair competes at the Division 1 level of the National Junior College Athletic Association in the perennially tough Region 16. A four-year starter at Licking, Antle…
Read MoreComing Events November 24, 2022
4TH ANNUAL COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING MEAL Licking Assembly of God will host their 4th Annual Community Thanksgiving Meal beginning at 12 p.m. at 205 Highway 63, on Thursday, November 24. This community event is open to everyone at no cost. Doors open at 11 a.m. Everyone welcome! For more information contact Pastor Larissa Satterfield at 417-247-2808.…
Read MoreClassifieds: November 24 – November 30, 2022
For Sale: For Sale: Handcrafted quilts made in the Ozarks. Available at the Rock House Vintage Market, Licking. L/47/1tp For Sale: Happy Jack Skin Balm provides relief for dogs and cats from hot spots, flea bites and food allergies without steroids. At Orscheln Farm and Home. (www.fleabeacon.com). H/31/3tp For Sale: Books by local and regional…
Read MoreObituary – Herbert R. Cook
Herbert Ray Cook, 81, of Licking, passed away at his daughter’s home in Springfield on November 16, 2022. Herbert was born in Licking, Mo., on June 3, 1941, to Herbert and Gladys (Ellis) Cook. Herbert loved the outdoors. You could easily find him in the deer woods or at a favorite fishing hole. All his…
Read MoreA day devoted to veterans
By Shari Harris, Publisher For the first time since COVID restrictions were enacted, the annual Veterans Day Assembly at Licking High School had all classes, elementary through high school, in attendance. Approximately 40 veterans from Licking and surrounding communities were at the event held in their honor. A Veterans Day rosary prayer and VFW Post…
Read MoreIn this edition: November 17, 2022
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: See advertisements for upcoming area events. Dirt Road Gypsy Boutique, Farmgirl Floral Boutique and The Sassy Hide are all participating in the Pink Friday event. T.J.’s Flowers & Gifts and T.J.’s Flea Market are also looking forward to pre-Christmas…
Read MoreSpicy and sweet at LPHC’s Cook Off
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Friday evening was hot and spicy with the chili, and oh so sweet with the desserts at LPHC’s annual Chili and Dessert Cook Off, much to the enjoyment of the patrons and judges. In honor of Veterans Day and to thank attending veterans, veterans ate free. The competition on the…
Read MoreNew Chief Executive Officer named
TCMH HOUSTON, Mo. – Texas County Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees announced the hiring of Stace Holland of Pineville, Mo., as its next chief executive officer effective November 14, 2022. The TCMH Board contracted with Jeff Tindle of Tindle & Associates in August to lead the nationwide search. After an in-depth process, a search committee…
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