Class of 2028 creates Underground Railroad quilt
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Students of the class of 2028 have been diligently working on their Underground Railroad quilt blocks this first semester. The sixth graders meet in groups on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons, creating the blocks and compiling the accompanying historical information. The completed blocks with a quilt label will be set…
Read MoreKnights’ fundraiser a delicious success
By Shari Harris, Publisher Fried fish with coleslaw, hushpuppies, french fries, beans and cornbread, macaroni and cheese, and a table full of scrumptious desserts greeted those attending the Knights of Columbus fish fry Friday night. Eighty-six people dined in at the event, which ran from 4 to 7 p.m. at St. John Catholic Church.…
Read MoreSalvation Army Red Kettle Drive kicks off
New look for Wildcat Basketball
By Shari Harris, Publisher The Licking Wildcats boys’ basketball teams started their regular seasons with wins over the Houston Tigers. Varsity posted a 69-58 final score, squelching the Tigers’ third quarter attempt at a rally. Junior Varsity had a convincing 69-40 defeat of the JV Tigers. The gym was packed for the Varsity matchup…
Read MoreVolleyball All-District, All-State Honors
Shari Harris, Publisher Kylie Taylor, a senior setter on the Licking Wildcat Volleyball team, was named to the Class 2 All-State team last week. Taylor also received First Team All District honors, along with teammate Hannah Medlock. Abbie Sullins and Kiley Ingram from Licking were named Second Team All District. Also receiving All-State honors was…
Read MoreComing Events November 25, 2021
COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING MEAL Licking Assembly of God will be hosting a Community Thanksgiving Meal at 12 p.m. on Thursday, November 25. Everyone welcome! LIGHTING OF THE MILL The Lighting of the Mill will be held Saturday, November 27, at 5 p.m., at the Licking Mill. Share in the joy of Christmas with caroling, cookies, Santa…
Read MoreClassifieds: Nov. 25 – Dec. 1, 2021
For Sale: For Sale: Fiberglass canoe, flat back, on trailer. Wide sponsons, very stable. 573-308-6323. L/44/2tp For Sale: Ceramic fireplace, propane, $500 obo. Can send pictures or observe working, 870-941-6110. H/30/2tp 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…
Read MoreObituary – Steven L. Mooney
Steven Laroy Mooney, age 62, son of Kenneth and Dorris (Rayfield) Mooney, was born April 29, 1959, in St. Louis, Mo. He passed away November 21, 2021, at Phelps County Regional Medical Center, Rolla, Mo. Steve is preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Curtis (Moose) Mooney. He is survived by his wife…
Read MoreObituary – Gary G. Bates
Gary Gene Bates was born October 4, 1946, to Virgil and Mary E. (Thompson) Bates, in Licking, Mo. He was born with a heart defect and the doctors said he wouldn’t make it through childhood. He was made of stronger stuff than that. He grew up on his parent’s farm, number 10 of 11 children.…
Read MoreObituary – Sharon Mortensen
Sharon (Metcalf) Mortensen, age 78, daughter of Ray and Louise (Brelow) Metcalf, was born October 10, 1943, in Mesa, Ariz. She passed away November 20, 2021, at Texas County Memorial Hospital, Houston, Mo. Sharon is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Arvin; one sister, M’Lea; two sons, Alex and Troy; one daughter, Christina; and…
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