County youth bound for AL Boys/Girls State
Texas Co. AL Post #41 Boys and girls from around the state attend American Legion Boys/Girls State each summer to learn about the city, county and state political process. Four Texas County youth have been chosen to attend. American Legion Post #41 has selected from Houston High School, Bennie Cook, Zander Riggs and Aubrey Crockett,…
Read MoreGirl Scouts EKG helps first responders
By Shari Harris, Publisher Texas County Girl Scouts #751 held their annual Emergency Komfort Giveaway (EKG) on Saturday, May 21, at Emmett Kelley Park in Houston. First responders from the City of Houston Fire Department, Licking Police Department, Houston Police Department, Manes Fire Department, Wright County Sheriff’s Department and Texas County Sheriff’s Department were expected…
Read MoreComing Events June 2, 2022
KINGTOWN CRUISE-IN The annual Kingtown Cruise-in held in memory of Danny Hebblethwaite will begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 4, at 12038 Hwy. 137. The free event features classic cars, trucks and motorcycles. Free hamburgers and hotdogs will be served. Bragging rights for fun and everyone is welcome. LICKING RODEO DAY AT BOOK NOOK…
Read MoreClassifieds: June 2 – June 8, 2022
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Read MoreDomestic assault
By Sheriff Scott Lindsey, Texas County Sheriff’s Dept. On May 29, 2022, Texas County deputies were dispatched to assist the Licking Police Department with a domestic disturbance on Maple Avenue. After investigation by both departments, it was determined that an assault occurred on Hartville Road south of the city limit. A female victim stated she…
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Obituary – Adah R. Mohrman
Adah Ruth Mohrman, daughter of the late George and Ruth (Keith) Batek was born January 4, 1932, in Chicago, Ill., and departed this life on May 25, 2022, at her home in Raymondville, Mo. She was united in marriage to Earl Henry Mohrman on September 20, 1952, in Chicago, Ill. To this union six children…
Read MoreSgt. Michael Hood honored
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor National Police Week, a collaborative effort of many organizations dedicated to honoring America’s law enforcement community, was observed May 11 – 17. Memorial services were held on the south lawn of the White House on Sunday, May 15, for fallen members of law enforcement, which included Licking Police Department Sgt.…
Read MoreIn this edition: May 26, 2022
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: Rick Mansfield was a part of the Akers Community Celebration sharing his knowledge and was the beneficiary of someone else’s in “Unexpected Blessings.” The Texas County Museum of Art & History is “saddlin’ up” for the upcoming Licking…
Read MoreIt’s Rodeo Time!
By Shari Harris, Publisher Graduation is a wrap, and Memorial Day is upon us. That means the annual Licking Rodeo is just around the corner. The 37th Annual Chamber of Commerce Licking Rodeo is Friday and Saturday, June 3 and 4, and is an MRCA, URA and ACRA sanctioned event this year. Each evening begins…
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