Obituary – Jason K. Luck-Ryan
Jason Keith Luck Ryan, age 45, passed away February 17, 2022, at his home in Licking, Mo. Jason is preceded in death by his grandparents, John and Grace Luck of Houston, Mo. Jason is survived by his parents, Rhonda (Luck) and Vaughan Hutsell of Licking and Robert and Helene Ryan of Bolivar; his sister, Tiffany…
Read MoreWIC formula manufacturer, Abbott, recalls powdered infant formula from single manufacturing site
DHSS JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (February 19, 2022) – Abbott, the WIC infant formula manufacturer, announced the proactive, voluntary recall of some powdered Similac, Alimentum, or EleCare formulas manufactured in Sturgis, Michigan. Missouri WIC, the Department of Health and Senior Services Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, is working to make participating families…
Read MoreObituary – Sandra J. Rodman
Sandra Jean Rodman, age 78, daughter of Clarence and Milford (Stamper) Canterbury, was born May 2, 1943, in Norfolk, Va. She entered into rest February 15, 2022, at her home in Licking, Mo. Sandy grew up in Cleveland, Ohio. She excelled in high school and was an honor society member. She met Thomas Rodman at…
Read MoreA week of Frisco League for Wildcats
Licking started their week with a Tuesday night game against Newburg. The Wildcats turned a 36-14 half-time lead into a 74-45 victory over the Wolves. Scoring for Licking were Keyton Cook, 25 points, 4 rebounds; Nicky Hood, 10 points, 2 assists; Austin James, 7 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists; Roston Stockard, 7 points, 2 rebounds,…
Read MoreThe Licking Milling Company
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor “The Licking Milling Company was organized in 1882, with J.L. Campbell, J.A. Craven and B.F. Craven. That year a mill building was erected with three run buhrs, and a (daily) capacity of forty barrels. W.A. Freeman purchased the interests of the Craven brothers, and in 1886 William Ray purchased a…
Read MorePreservation of the mill benefit
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Licking Downtown, Inc. is holding an All-You-Can-Eat for a donation, Licking Mill Benefit Fish Fry and Auction on Saturday, February 19, at the Licking VFW Hall. The food and festivities begin at 3:30 p.m., with music by Herman Hall, a singer and vibrant entertainer originally from Licking. The menu includes…
Read MoreIn this edition: February 17, 2022
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: Rick Mansfield shares the true meaning of “Salting the Lick” – buyer beware, while Larry Dablemont shares fishing travels for “The Glass-Eyed Battler of Early Spring.” Licking Residential Care introduces their February Resident of the Month. This week’s recipe…
Read MoreLady ‘Cats Senior Night
Photos by Shari Harris Lady ‘Cats seniors and their families were honored on Senior Night. Left is Kiley Ingram with parents Jason and Cassi Ingram and daughter, Harper. Right is Kylie Taylor with parents Jerry Sullins and Terry Moncrief. By Shari Harris, Publisher The Licking Lady ‘Cats celebrated their two…
Read MoreA Corner Pocket on Main Street
By Shari Harris, Publisher January 19 was opening day for the Corner Pocket Pool Hall at 108 S. Main Street, Licking. Owner Lisa Sisler and Manager Travis Fudge describe the business as a family fun center. Currently furnished with pool tables, shuffle board, arcade games, and slot machines (NOT games of chance), the business is…
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