Obituary – Sonya S. Johnson
Sonya Sue (Welch) Johnson was born October 10, 1940, in Licking, Mo., to Leland and Elta (Caton) Welch. After graduating from Licking High School in May 1958, she married Robert Johnson on October 18, 1958. Bob and Sonya were blessed with three children, Roger Johnson, Melody (Mark) Espinoza and Clinton (Li Yen) Johnson. Bob…
Read MoreObituary – Russell A. Sisco II
Russell Ambus Sisco II, age 48, son of Marvin and Nancy Sisco, was born on February 15, 1974, in Columbia, Mo. He passed away on August 24, 2022, in Columbia, Mo., at University Hospital. Russ is preceded in death by his parents, Marvin and Nancy Sisco; and birth father, Russell A. Sisco I. He is…
Read MoreSurrounding the school with prayer
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor There was a strong community presence at the 2022-2023 school year Prayer Walk on Sunday. Approximately 60 pastors, laypersons, faculty, families and citizens met at the Elementary School prior to beginning the campus Prayer Walk. Coordinator Billie Krewson addressed those present with the reminder, “Be careful for nothing; but…
Read MoreIn this edition: August 25, 2022
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: Terra Culley with Texas County 911 addresses the question “Why Aren’t You Here?” Texas County Memorial Hospital Rehab Services department recently received a new automatic door. The Division of Senior & Disability Services has launched an easy-to-use Missouri Senior…
Read MoreFirst day of school at Licking R-VIII
Eager anticipation, excitement, perhaps some apprehension, tears of happiness and tears of separation were all experienced by students of differing ages on Tuesday, August 23, the First Day of School for Licking R-VIII students.
Read MoreA new year, new books
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Parents and teachers were very busy Friday evening as they completed paperwork for the upcoming school year at the Licking R-VIII Elementary Open House. The line gathered well before the doors opened as guardians of students, kindergarten through sixth grade, prepared to enter the school. With a few exceptions…
Read MoreLicking R-VIII faculty and staff welcomed back
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor High School Principal Jarad Rinne, Junior High Principal/Athletic Director Doug Dunn, and Elementary Principals Julianna Thrasher and Telena Haneline were at the door welcoming Licking R-VIII staff to the 2022 – 2023 school year. The staff was then treated to breakfast, gifts and a presentation of school year information…
Read MoreShow of support for area teachers
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Area teachers were treated to a shopping excursion close to home at two separate events provided by Licking Assembly of God in cooperation with Convoy of Hope. Earlier in August school faculty from Raymondville, Summersville and Plato shopped for all-inclusive wardrobe items; faculty from Licking, Success and Edgar Springs…
Read MoreSunflower Patch Season Opener
By Shari Harris, Publisher Help celebrate the official season opening of Kissiar Sunflower Patch on Saturday, August 27, and don’t forget your cameras. Due to nature, the sunflowers are blooming a little early this year, and the patch opened ahead of their official opener, but Saturday’s events promise to make the day special. The season…
Read MoreComing Events August 25, 2022
ANNUAL TOY DRIVE AT MOTORCYCLE CRUISE-IN The monthly Motorcycle Cruise-In continues in its 13th year, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Sonic in Licking, Junction of Hwy. 63 & Hwy. 32, on the last Thursday of each month, now through September. Bring new unwrapped toys for the first night of the annual toy drive collection.…
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