LHS Track and Field competes at State
By Coach Heather Hawn The Licking Track and Field Team took five athletes in four events to compete at the State Track meet in Jefferson City, Friday, May 21. Senior Tomi Rose attained All-State honors and broke the school record in the long jump, placing fourth and jumping a distance of 5.18m (17’0”). The…
Read MoreRaymondville Picnic has great attendance
By Shari Harris, Publisher Whether you went Thursday to see the Pony Pulls, or Friday for the Team Roping, or perhaps Saturday to see Strongman Steve lift 260-pounds with his teeth, the 2021 Raymondville Picnic was designed to entertain. Live music each night included Larry Martin & Country Revival, Garold McCoy & South 63…
Read MoreRodeo Announcer Chris Pyle
Submitted Chris Pyle will once again be announcing the Licking Chamber of Commerce Rodeo. This will be Pyle’s 15th appearance as announcer for the event. He has been a member of PRCA since 2003. Chris and his wife, Lisa, daughter, Kendall and son, Luke live in Pilot Grove, Mo. Besides being an announcer for PRCA…
Read MoreLUMC Farmer’s Market begins season
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Farm to table, The Licking Farmer’s Market opened for their sixth season selling produce, plants, herbs, nuts, meat, dairy, eggs, baked goods and dry goods by area vendors. The Farmer’s Market is hosted by the Licking United Methodist Church and is available on Wednesday and Saturday, 8 a.m. to…
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LHS Gold at MSHSAA Music Contest
The LHS Band received a Gold (Exemplary) rating at the 2021 MSHSAA Music Contest. Band member Dawson Havens earned a Silver (Outstanding) rating for his snare drum solo. The LHS Chamber Choir and Concert Choir both received Silver ratings at the event. Cadrian Hutsell earned a Gold rating for her vocal solo. Betty Jo Roberts…
Read MoreBaseball – Wildcats’ persistence earns second in districts
By Coach Harv Antle LICKING 5, HOUSTON 4 HOUSTON – It took 10 innings, but the Licking Wildcats pulled the upset with a 5-4 victory over the Houston Tigers in the semi final round of the Class 3 District 9 Tournament last Monday. Houston opened the scoring with a run in the first. Trevor Mitchell…
Read MoreAcademic All State, All District and All Conference honors
By Coach Harv Antle At the conclusion of the 2020-2021 baseball season, Malachi Antle, Cole Wallace and Easton Ice were named First Team All Conference for the Frisco League. Landon Medlock was named Honorable Mention. First Team All District honors went to Malachi Antle, Wallace, and Rusty Buckner. The Missouri High School Baseball Coaches Association…
Read MoreComing Events May 27, 2021
VFW POST 6337 MEMORIAL DAY SERVICE The Licking VFW Post 6337 will hold a Memorial Day Service at 11 a.m. at the Memorial for the Fallen Park on Monday, May 31. Everyone is invited; a special invite to all military personnel, veterans, law enforcement, fire and first responders. PHELPS CO. DEMOCRATIC CLUB MAY MEETING The…
Read MoreClassifieds: May 27 – June 2, 2021
Yard/Garage Sale: Garage Sale: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Friday, May 28; and 8 a.m. – noon, Saturday, May 29, 15918 Mesa Dr., Houston. Kid’s stuff, sports equipment, household items, adult’s clothes. H/5/1tp Yard Sale: Social distances, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, one mile out Highway B from Houston. House plants, Vanity Fair…
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