Obituary – Rev. H. “Gene” Thrasher
Rev. H. “Gene” Thrasher, age 96, was promoted to Heaven Saturday evening, March 27, 2021, from the Missouri Veteran’s Home in St. James. Rev. Thrasher was the first born of nine children, on February 5, 1925, in Bethalto, Ill., to Olney Edward and Lona Lea (Harlan) Thrasher. He is survived by his beloved wife and…
Read MoreObituary – Anita C. Long
Anita Christine Long was born on September 29, 1949, in Eugene, Ore. to the late Edward and Katherine Dewhirst. She passed away on March 27, 2021, in Warsaw, Mo. at the age of 71. Anita is survived by her son, Ronald Long; two grandchildren, Robert Long and Robin Fitzpatrick; and five great-grandchildren, Addy, Aiden, Lucan,…
Read MoreObituary – Donald M. Ewalt
Donald Myron Ewalt, 75, of Licking, Mo., formerly of Iowa City, Iowa, died peacefully Friday, February 12, 2021. Don was born September 22, 1945, in Iowa City, the son of Myron and Helen (Langenberg) Ewalt. He was a 1963 graduate of Iowa City High School and received his bachelor’s degree in sociology from the University…
Read MoreCandidates for City Alderman
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor According to the Revised Statutes of Missouri, RSMo Section 79.110, mayor and board duties are: The mayor and board of aldermen of each city governed by this chapter shall have the care, management and control of the city and its finances, and shall have power to enact and ordain any…
Read MoreIn this edition: April 1, 2021
In addition to the current media postings, in this week’s print edition of The Licking News: Get informed with upcoming General Election information, and exercise your right to vote on Tuesday, April 6. Rick Mansfield is hearing “Voices” and so goes fishing with his beagle. Larry Dablemont has also gone fishing for the “Savages in…
Read MoreThe Care Network
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor April is National Volunteer Month, and National Volunteer Week will be celebrated April 18 – April 24. The Licking community is blessed with many willing volunteers. “The Licking News” asked local community support organizations to help honor some of these volunteers. This is the first recognition, with more to come.…
Read MoreLocal artist preserves wildlife trophies
By Shari Harris, Publisher Sixteen years ago, Josh Kinder undertook his first taxidermy mount and the squirrel he preserved can still be seen in his shop on South Main Street in Licking. The mounts on display at Big Piney Taxidermy demonstrate a combination of artistry, patience and an understanding of wildlife honed to a high…
Read MoreFBLA members advance to State
By Mrs. Stacie Hutsell On a February Friday, FBLA Members gained access to results from online testing and virtual performances completed throughout the month of January through our first snow week. Quarantines and the Snowpocalypse made this year’s competitions a challenge, but these tech kids are resilient and committed! District 14 Conference was completely virtual…
Read MoreWildcat Baseball spring season begins
By Coach Harv Antle The Licking Wildcats completed the Houston Tournament on Saturday and finished with a record of 2-1. Mtn. Grove 7, Licking 4 In the opener against Grove, Licking fell behind 7-0 after the first three innings. Despite holding Grove off the scoreboard for the rest of the game, the Wildcats’ rally fell…
Read MoreComing Events April 1, 2021
EASTER EGG HUNT CANCELLED The Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by Hickory Manor and the Licking Chamber of Commerce will not be held this year to ensure safety of spectators, volunteers and participants, related to COVID-19. SINGING AT DUKE COMMUNITY LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH The Duke Community Lighthouse Church is resuming Gospel Singing at 6 p.m. on Saturday,…
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