Legionnaires’ disease cases possibly linked to Phelps County hospital
DHSS JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) is investigating four cases of Legionnaires’ disease among previously hospitalized patients at Phelps Health in Rolla, Mo. The first case occurred in May 2021. The source of the bacteria that caused these individuals to acquire infection is under investigation. Out of…
Read MoreCOVID questions abound
By Shari Harris, Publisher Last week’s frigid temperatures and potential for inclement weather occurred at an opportune time for local school districts, as many dismissed classes beginning Wednesday. The break came as students and staff were battling a variety of illnesses, including COVID, influenza and other viruses. Though student attendance at Licking R-VIII on Monday,…
Read MoreGovernor Parson’s 2022 State of the State Address
Office of Governor, Michael L. Parson JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Governor Mike Parson delivered the 2022 State of the State Address to the Missouri General Assembly on Wednesday, January 19. Following a recap of 2021 and Missouri’s Bicentennial year, Governor Parson proclaimed that Missouri is strong today and will be even stronger tomorrow. Governor Parson’s…
Read MoreTexas County bridge maintenance
MoDOT WILLOW SPRINGS, Mo. (January 25, 2022) – Route AE in Texas County will be reduced to one lane with a 12-foot width restriction as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform bridge maintenance. Bridgework will be conducted at various locations between Route AH and Route M. Weather permitting; work will take place Monday, Jan. 31…
Read MoreSickness affects St. James Tournament
By Shari Harris, Publisher Licking’s opening round in the St. James Tournament Tuesday, Jan. 18, was against the St. James Tigers. The Tigers came out ahead, 78-44, in the contest, moving Licking to the consolation bracket of the tournament. Licking’s record fell to 8-8, with 4-0 in the conference. With the Wildcats keeping within striking…
Read MoreLady ‘Cats finish fourth at Rogersville
By Coach Steve Rissler The Lady Wildcats traveled to the Rogersville tournament last week to compete against some of the best teams in southwest Missouri. Licking drew Webb City in the first round. The ‘Cats were seeded third and Webb sixth. Licking was short-handed due to sickness, missing starters Kylie Taylor and Abbie Sullins, and…
Read MoreComing Events January 27, 2022
NO BINGO There will be no Bingo at the VFW Post 6337 in Licking on Friday, January 28. LICKING MILL FUNDRAISER FISH FRY, LIVE MUSIC & AUCTION A fish fry and auction, with live music by Herman Hall, will be held beginning at 3:30 p.m. at the Licking VFW Hall on Saturday, February 19. Funds…
Read MoreClassifieds: Jan. 27 – Feb. 2, 2022
For Sale: For Sale: 1998 Coca Cola Barbie #3, 1998 Nolan Miller Barbie #1 Sheer Illusion, never removed from box. Call: 573-453-2777. L/4/3tp 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…
Read MoreObituary – Leota L. Courtney
Leota Lorene (Mayberry) Courtney, 97, of Springfield, formerly of Raymondville, Mo., passed away on January 22, 2022. She was born on July 21, 1924, to John Allen Mayberry and Mattie (Noble) Mayberry, one of nine children. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Les; one brother; seven sisters; one grandson; and one great…
Read MoreObituary – Rebecca “Becky” Hicks
Rebecca “Becky” Lynne Hicks, a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, peacefully passed away on January 21, 2022, at her family home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born to Sharon and the late Larry Williams on April 8, 1962. Becky spent her childhood in Centralia, Mo., and enjoyed fishing with her parents,…
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