Classifieds: May 12 – May 18, 2022
Yard/Garage Sale: Inside Garage Sale: May 13 and 14. Hwy. 32 to Hwy. C, turn right at Maples onto Hwy CC to CR 2550. Watch for signs. Sewing machine, material, quilt blocks, dishes, bird cage, 4 Parakeets, covered wagon & stage coach & 6 horses, jewelry. Cash only. Rain or shine. L/19/1tp Large Three-Family Yard…
Read MoreObituary – Jerry W. Cornelison
Jerry Wayne Cornelison was born October 30, 1956, in Peoria, Ill., to Gerald and Irma (Rinaldo) Cornelison. He passed away May 6, 2022, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Mo., at the age of 65. Jerry grew up in the Mapleton and Glassford, Ill., areas. He attended Illini Bluffs High School in Glassford where he excelled…
Read MoreObituary – Marjorie O. Gann
Marjorie O. Gann, eldest daughter of Louise and Glen Leadford and Charles Coatney was born May 26, 1928, near Licking, Mo. She passed away May 5, 2022. Marjorie was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, James H. “Gene” Gann; her daughter, Carol Jean Routh; great-granddaughter, Jessica Lee Routh; sisters, Charlotte Hanks, Wilma Harland…
Read MoreObituary – Brittany L. Scott
Brittany LeAnn Scott, age 26, daughter of Jimmie and Jennifer Scott, was born on July 20, 1995, in Houston, Mo. She passed away on April 29, 2022, at her home in St. Ann, Mo. Brittany is survived by her parents, Jimmie and Jennifer Scott; two younger siblings, Krista and Philip Scott; grandparents, Snuffy and Jane…
Read MoreSpecial Election results
The unofficial City of Licking Special Election results, as posted Tuesday evening by Texas County Clerk Peggy Seyler, are: Linda Breedlove – 53 votes, Mike Aiken – 50 votes. The special election on Tuesday, May 3, 2022, was held to decide the tie for Alderman Ward II between incumbent Mike Aiken and challenger Linda Breedlove.…
Read MoreLHS Spring Concert/Visual Art Showcase
By Shari Harris, Publisher The Licking High School Concert Band and Concert Choir, and the Junior High Band entertained guests with a performance Sunday, May 1, at the Sherman Hill Field House. Band and choir director Briana Link recognized the senior performers at the event. A Visual Arts Showcase was on display as well, featuring…
Read MoreIn this edition: May 5, 2022
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: Rick Mansfield emphasizes the accountability of staying and watching in “I’ve Got to Stay and Watch.” Larry Dablemont shares his fascination of birds, their habitats and individual uniqueness in “For the Birds.” Cindy Fronterhouse-Badgett tells of exciting new additions…
Read MoreNew director for county library system
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Louise Beasley assumed her new position as Texas County Library Director on March 28. Her responsibilities will be mainly behind the scenes, overseeing Licking, Houston, Cabool and Summersville facilities and ensuring that they are functioning properly, managing staff, and fulfilling daily and administrative duties. “I was honored to get the…
Read MoreMO Sports Hall of Fame to induct Licking HS Baseball 1983-89 era
By Shari Harris, Publisher The Missouri Sports Hall of Fame Baseball and Softball Luncheon will honor the class of 2022 inductees on May 18, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Ozark Empire Fairgrounds. Licking High School Baseball 1983-89 era is among this year’s inductees. Licking native Byron Hagler coached the Wildcats during that period,…
Read MoreSecond generation milling timber
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Virgil Sullins has been with Storm Lumber for 45 years. He started in the late ’70s, at the age of 16, stacking lumber. His responsibilities have been many over the years, participating at different times in the many aspects of the timber industry. He currently makes pallets and at times…
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