In this edition: April 21, 2022
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: Rick Mansfield shares the many languages, different words and other ways of thinking in “Languages Learned.” Larry Dablemont is again talking turkey and asks the question “How Low Can They Go?” This is National Volunteer Week, and several volunteers…
Read More2022 Carry the Cross
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Matthew shared Jesus’ foretelling of his death in chapter 16, verse 24. “Then said Jesus unto his disciples, ‘If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.’” Volunteers exuberantly shared their faith on Good Friday, in Licking and along Hwy.…
Read MoreOccasional Trader Grand Opening
TCMH Community Health Fair
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Texas County Memorial Hospital hosted a Community Health Fair April 14. Participants were greeted at the entrance, and paperwork was completed efficiently. Friendly staff from the hospital and participating vendors guided attendees to receive that which was applicable for their needs. Preventative health blood screenings were offered, and various departments…
Read MoreLicking Senior Center Dinner and Auction
Board to hold community meeting April 21
The Licking R-VIII School Board of Education met Monday, April 11, at the Office of the Superintendent. Board members, including those newly elected, and administrators were present, as well as the Secretary to the Board and members of the public. Due to the need…
Read MoreFrisco League Art Contest
By Mrs. Leah Sullins The 2022 Frisco League Art Contest was held Friday, April 8, at Laquey High School. This was the first time the contest has been held since 2019 and Licking High School students received outstanding ratings. I’m really proud of the work these students put in day after day in class and…
Read MoreLicking History Club visits historic New Orleans
By Mr. Justin Coffey Students of the Licking High School History Club spent part of their spring break exploring the rich history of the Pelican State, and its chief city of New Orleans and the surrounding area. First stop was the World War Two museum, located just blocks from the Superdome. There, students were immersed…
Read MoreComing Events April 21, 2022
STORM SIREN TESTING Testing of the Licking storm sirens will take place at 10 a.m. on Thursday, April 21. TEXAS COUNTY REPUBLICAN MEETING The Texas County Republicans will hold their meeting at 7 p.m. at Houston Lions Club, north of Houston, off Hwy. 63, on Thursday, April 21. Potluck is at 6 p.m. and everyone…
Read MoreClassifieds: April 21 – April 27, 2022
Yard/Garage Sale: Whole House Sale: 8 a.m. – ? April 21, 22, 23 and 24, 1403 Cherokee Circle, Houston. Furniture, appliances, tools, fabric, kitchenware, 2011 Nissan van, 2001 Dodge Ram pickup. H/52/1tp For Sale: For Sale: 3 bedroom, 1 bath mobile home, 2005. Will need to be moved. Call 573-578-9968. $17,000. L/16/2tp…
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