In this edition: September 30, 2021
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: Larry Dablemont shares his knowledge of “Squirrel Seasons,” as we learn of multiple arrests for gross over limit of squirrel by the Missouri Department of Conservation. Viola Bailie has been named Licking Residential Care’s Resident of the Month and…
Read More“Just Pray”
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor More than 60 students, school faculty and parents gathered at the Licking High School flagpole on September 22 for the annual “See you at the Pole” prayer rally. Students nationwide have participated in the student-initiated global day of prayer at rallies since 1990. “Just Pray” was the theme for…
Read MoreRock Springs Baptist Church celebrates 150 years
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Pastor John Jordan was well pleased that such a good time was had by all as they “celebrated the faithfulness of God over the past 150 years.” Rock Springs Baptist Church celebrated the continuance of fulfilling their mission, “To change our world by developing Christ-followers who love God and…
Read MoreJennifer Smith inducted into Jewell Hall of Fame
By Shari Harris, Publisher Jennifer Smith, of Licking, was among the team members of the William Jewell College Women’s Basketball Team of 1986-87 as the team was inducted into the William Jewell College Hall of Fame. Only one other women’s team of any sport has been inducted into the Hall of Fame at the private…
Read MoreJV Lady ‘Cats win first Licking JV Tournament
By Shari Harris, Publisher The Lady ‘Cats started their week with a trip to Strafford, Tuesday, September 21. Varsity battled to four sets, but fell to Strafford, 22-25, 21-25, 25-16 and 14-25. JV picked up a win with two close scores, 25-23 and 27-25. The C team also played, winning 25-20. Licking returned home and…
Read MoreCross Country medal count continues to climb
By Coach Mike Phillips HERMITAGE, Mo. – Congratulations to the Wildcat runners at the Hermitage Invitational. The bus left at 5:30 a.m., and the varsity boys were ready to run the first race of the day. JB Huff was a medalist, finishing twelfth in the small school division. Levi Stout set a new personal record.…
Read MoreLicking Baseball week in review
By Coach Harv Antle LICKING 18, LAQUEY 3 LAQUEY — The Licking Wildcats invoked the run rule Monday night at Laquey with an 18-3 decision over the Hornets. Licking used a 14-hit attack that included eight doubles to power the offense. Nine different Wildcats recorded at least one base hit. Malachi Antle and Austin Stephens…
Read MoreComing Events September 30, 2021
MOTORCYCLE CRUISE-IN The monthly Motorcycle Cruise-In will be at 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Sonic in Licking, Junction of Hwy. 63 & Hwy. 32, Thursday, September 30. A toy drive will be held. Rain date is Thursday, October 7. There will be bikes, trikes, prizes, friendly people and DJ “Lew” of “The Road Show”…
Read MoreClassifieds: Sept. 30 – Oct. 6, 2021
Yard/Garage Sale: Garage Sale: 105 Megan St, Licking. Oct. 1, 8-5 and Oct. 2, 8-12. Dishware, men’s and women’s clothes, Igloo doghouse, 2 large dog crates, extra wide pet gate, and miscellaneous items. L/39/1tp Yard Sale: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 1, 2, 3, 220 E. Main St., Houston. H/23/1tp For Sale: For…
Read MoreObituary – Mary “Earline” Maples
Mary Earline Maples was born in Lenox, Mo., on January 30, 1931, to Wesley Earl Parks and Mary Anlee Black. She passed away at the age of 90 in her home on September 27, 2021. Earline loved raising flowers and always had something beautiful in bloom. She treated her cattle like family, often even naming…
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