Classifieds: April 1 – April 7, 2021
For Sale: Closet Cleanout: Assorted sizes of women’s and men’s clothing, all on hangers in good condition; and shoes. 417-260-1505. H/49/1tc For Sale: Pre-owned tires — passenger and light truck — largest selection in the area. OK Tire, Houston, 417-967-3694. H/49/2tc For Sale: International 1190 mower-conditioner, 7 foot and a New Holland 256 side-delivery…
Read MoreObituary – Paul “Bud” Goodman, Jr.
Paul “Bud” Goodman, Jr., age 77, the son of Paul and Edna (Carter) Goodman, Sr., was born July 12, 1943, in Elk Creek, Mo. He passed away on March 28, 2021, in Springfield, Mo. Paul grew up in the Elk Creek and Tyrone area. He attended grade school at Grandview Elementary School. He later attended…
Read MoreObituary – Fred M. Rime
Fred Menton Rime, 82, passed away on March 26, 2021, at home. Fred was born on February 3, 1939, to the late Francis and Belva (Krueger) Rime. Fred grew up in the Garrison, N. Dak. area and graduated from Garrison High School in 1956. Fred married Mary Beth Adams on October 10, 1970, and to…
Read MoreSen. Karla Eslinger visits Licking
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor Missouri Senator Karla Eslinger visited with youth and adults alike in Licking on Wed., March 17. Her first stop was by invitation from LR-VIII first grade teacher Telena Haneline. Mrs. Haneline extended the invitation for Sen. Eslinger to read aloud to her students, which was graciously accepted. Eslinger, whose educational…
Read MoreIn this edition: March 25, 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. Rick Mansfield shares a trip, “Chasing Spring.” Gary and Jackie Duncan tell of a new partnership, and of upcoming classes at the Texas County Museum of Art & History. The Knights of…
Read MoreSchool Board elections
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor The Licking R-VIII School Board will have two vacated seats to fill in this year’s General Election on April 6. The newly elected will start their three-year term on April 12. Two incumbents who hope to retain their positions and one candidate are running to fill the vacancies. The decisions…
Read MoreCM Desserts: Catering specialty cupcakes
By Christy Porter, Managing Editor CM Desserts, a relatively new catering business in Raymondville, offers specialty-baked goods for special life or vendor events. “Specialty cupcakes are my favorite,” says Christine Mills, owner/entrepreneur and the baker of the business. Offering cookies, cupcakes (her favorite), pies, numerous types of desserts, and the willingness to experiment and do…
Read MoreDWI arrest
By Chief Patrick Burton, Licking Police Dept. On March 21, 2021, at approximately 7:50 p.m., a Licking police officer was conducting routine patrol along South Main Street. The officer observed a black-in-color Chevrolet Cavalier veer into the northbound lane and continue traveling towards him. The officer activated the patrol vehicle’s emergency lights and sirens before…
Read MoreHigh-speed pursuit
By Chief Patrick Burton, Licking Police Dept. On March 20, 2021, at approximately 10:50 p.m., a white-in-color Dodge Challenger was observed by a Licking police officer traveling westbound on Highway 32 at a substantial rate of speed. The Licking officer checked the vehicle traveling 87 mph in a posted 45 mph zone. The Licking officer…
Read MoreCar crash on Concord Road
By Shari Harris, Publisher The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported minor injuries to a juvenile passenger and the arrest of the driver involved in a Friday evening crash on Concord Road, five miles north of Licking. Robert L. Melead, 32, of Salem, was charged with two counts of felony child endangerment, driving while intoxicated with…
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