Licking 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…
Read MoreObituary – Lloyd R. Beasley
Lloyd Ray Beasley was born April 27, 1938, in Raymondville, Mo., to Raymond and Mildred Beasley. He went to be with the Lord on April 8, 2022, at the age of 83. Lloyd was married to the love of his life, Opal Beasley, and to this union three children were born, Steve, Sheri and Stan.…
Read MoreObituary – Mark F. Brugman
Mark Fredrick Brugman, of Edgar Springs, Mo., passed away Friday, April 15, 2022, at the age of 63. He was born on July 10, 1958, in Boston, Mass., to the late Fredrick Brugman and Mary E. (Sullivan) Brugman. On July 10, 1982, he married Kimberly (Hall) Brugman. In addition to his parents, he was also…
Read MoreDomestic kidnapping arrest
By Scott K. Lindsey, Texas Co. Sheriff On the morning of April 15, 2022, Texas County deputies responded to a reported domestic disturbance on Route M in the Huggins area. A female subject reported that her boyfriend had threatened to shoot her and prevented her from calling for help. The female stated Tyler Jones was…
Read MoreDrug investigation
By Scott K. Lindsey, Texas Co. Sheriff A joint investigation conducted by the Houston Police Department and the Texas County Sheriff’s Office led to the execution of a search warrant at a residence in Raymondville. Information developed by a Houston police officer led to the issuance of the warrant. On April 14, 2022, members of…
Read MoreObituary – Charles “Mike” Sparks
Charles Michael (Mike) Sparks, age 69, son of Charles William Sparks and Ouita (Carmical) Sparks Huitt, was born May 20, 1952, and passed away April 13, 2022. Mike is preceded in death by his parents, and son, Justin Sparks. He is survived by his wife, Dana of the home; two sons, Tyler Sparks and Michael…
Read MoreObituary – David A. Chudy
After four years of living his dreams in Success, Mo., Michigan native, David Allan Chudy, 62, peacefully passed away in his home on Sunday, April 10. Dave will be missed by all who shared his life – he was a caring spouse, dedicated father and an adoring papa. He always took the time to answer…
Read MoreSexual assault investigation
By Scott K. Lindsey, Texas Co. Sheriff On April 12, 2022, a Texas County deputy began an investigation involving an alleged sexual assault on a child victim. During the investigation the two child victims provided information alleging that an adult acquaintance had sexual contact with them while visiting their residence. The suspect, Andrew Nix, was…
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