Missouri legislative leaders release proposed congressional district map
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Last Thursday the respective chairs of the Missouri House Special Committee on Redistricting and Senate Select Committee on Redistricting jointly released their proposed changes to Missouri’s congressional district map. The map, which is treated as a legislative bill, was filed as HB 2117 by Rep. Dan Shaul, R-Imperial. The proposed…
Read MoreCDC updates recommended isolation and quarantine period
CDC Given what we currently know about COVID-19 and the Omicron variant, CDC is shortening the recommended time for isolation for the public. People with COVID-19 should isolate for five days and if they are asymptomatic or their symptoms are resolving (without fever for 24 hours) follow that by five days of wearing a mask…
Read MoreCOVID-19 related State of Emergency expires
Gov. Mike Parson, Office of Communications JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Governor Mike Parson announced that Missouri’s COVID-19 related State of Emergency expired on December 31, 2021 and will not be renewed. Governor Parson first issued an Executive Order (EO) declaring a State of Emergency existed due to COVID-19 on March 13, 2020. “Thanks to the…
Read MoreLady ‘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…
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