Lady ‘Cats third in Rolla Holiday Tournament
By Coach Steve Rissler The Licking Lady Wildcats made the trek north for the Annual Rolla Christmas Tournament. This year the Lady ‘Cats received the 6th seed in the eight-team tournament. Licking faced Truman (Independence) in the opening round for the second year in a row. Unlike last season, the girls came out on fire…
Read MoreWildcats face State-ranked teams in Cabool tourney
By Shari Harris, Publisher After winning the first round game of the Cabool tournament Monday against Eminence, Licking faced fierce competition against Norwood (number one rank in Class 2) and Gainesville (number eight rank in Class 2). In round two on Tuesday, Dec. 28, Licking fell behind early against Norwood, who led 21-8 at the…
Read MoreComing Events January 6, 2022
HANDMAIDENS OF THE LORD MEETING CANCELLED The January Handmaidens of the Lord worship meeting at Destiny Worship has been cancelled. RYLEY WALLACE BENEFIT DINNER AND AUCTION RESCHEDULED The venue and date have changed for the benefit dinner and auction for Ryley Wallace, with dinner beginning at 5 p.m. and the auction at 6:30 p.m. at…
Read MoreClassifieds: Jan. 6 – Jan. 12, 2022
For Sale: For Sale: Pre-owned tires —passenger and light truck — largest selection in the area. OK Tire, Houston, 417-967-3694. H/37/2tc For Sale: “You’re the Coach: The Ultimate Football Game” at The Licking News. L/38/tfn For Sale: Now available at The Licking News, books by author Marie Lasater – Democrat Ridge and Nature Has…
Read MoreObituary – Pauline Weber
Pauline Weber, age 82, was born May 1, 1939, to Loren and Mildred (Mayfield) Girtman in Massac, Ill. She passed away January 2, 2022, at her home in Eunice, Mo. She is preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Kenneth Weber. Pauline attended Webster Elementary School and graduated from Central High School in…
Read MoreObituary – Sheila B. Stockton
Sheila Barbara Stockton, age 73, of Licking, Mo., formerly of Granite City, Ill., passed away on Tuesday, December 21, 2021, at Phelps County Hospital in Rolla, Mo. Sheila was born on July 11, 1948, in Granite City, Ill, a daughter of the late Earl W. Tucker and Marcella B. (Boyer) Tucker. On May 5, 1995,…
Read MoreObituary – Lois Hill
Lois Hill peacefully went to her heavenly home to be with her Lord and Savior on December 29, 2021, at the age of 79. Her sons, Jeff and Randy, and grandson, Adam, were at her side. Her family, who meant everything to her, were with her throughout her last day here on earth. Lois was…
Read MoreObituary – Teresa D. Cole
Teresa Dian (ReVelle) Cole, age 59, daughter of John and Joan (Cavaness) ReVelle, was born April 2, 1962, in Houston, Mo. She gained her wings December 30, 2021, at Mercy Hospital in Rolla, Mo. Teresa was preceded in death by her father, grandparents and two uncles. She is survived by her husband, James of Success;…
Read More2021 Year in Review January – June
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor January – Licking and many parts of Missouri began 2021 with an icy start. Within a few days the precipitation melted away in “rain showers.” Erin McConnell was sworn in as a City of Licking Alderman in a December 2020 special session; he was then elected to the position in…
Read MoreIn this edition: December 30, 2021
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: Rick Mansfield reflects on “There Are Gifts and There Are Gifts!” What he thought was a gift actually ate the gift. Larry Dablemont reminiscences about “New Year’s Eve 1963,” and how priorities change with the passing of time. Through…
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